Human emissions continue to push into the danger zone, with rising atmospheric temperatures becoming a cause of concern that should be addressed. Here are some of the key areas requiring attention if environmental health is to be improved. Here are 3 Key Areas of Focus for Improved Environmental Health Land System Change Land is one…
Deforestation, the widespread clearing of forests for purposes like logging, agriculture, and urbanization, plays a significant role in climate change. It not only contributes to global warming but also harms the ecological balance of our world. Let’s delve into the various impacts of deforestation on climate change: Deforestation and Carbon Emissions Forests act as carbon…
Have you ever had a “senior” moment? These days, you don’t have to be a senior to have one. Without the right mix of diet and exercise, your brain health can decline. Read on to learn about lifestyle factors that impact the brain, like diet and exercise, as well as the best foods to support…
There are many easy ways to live a more environmentally-friendly lifestyle. By making a few simple changes in your daily routine, you can help to reduce your impact on the planet. Here are ten easy steps to get you started: 1. Recycle Recycling is one of the simplest and most effective ways to reduce your…
Really, anytime of the year is a great time to travel. But if it’s been a while, you may be wondering what to pack to stay healthy. Are you traveling soon? Then let’s get you ready! Traveling can be such an adventurous, humbling and learning time. It’s a time to self-explore, self-experiment, try new flavors…
There is no magic bullet to fitness. You have to make some lifestyle tweaks, including eating healthily, exercising regularly, staying hydrated, and getting adequate sleep. When it comes to exercising, you must work smart. You should also bear in mind that not all workouts are designed the same. Some tend to be more effective than…
Human beings need the environment to survive. It provides us with many of our fundamental needs and makes it possible to thrive. On a daily basis, natural resources such as oxygen to breathe and water to drink are just a few essentials that are required. In light of this, it’s important to think about how…
Every day we are told that we should be more environmentally friendly. It’s something that is ever-present, and something that we are gradually turning towards as a nation. We understand that we should be doing it, but do we really understand why? If we did, perhaps more people would be quicker to adopt environmentally friendly…
Most people these days try and be environmentally conscious where they can and aim to reduce their carbon emissions in lots of different ways. From recycling through to using energy saving LED light bulbs and other energy efficient technologies in the homes, many eco-friendly things have now become a standard part of life for a…
One of the most rewarding careers is one in the environmental field. As human beings, our environment is critical for our survival and as a result, these types of jobs are extremely important. There are many fantastic environmental careers and some of these include environmental scientists, biochemists, environmental engineers, environmental lawyers, biologists, geologists, zoologists etc.…
While a lot of people complain about the government having too many agencies and regulations, there is one part of the government that people are almost always mad at. That agency is the environmental agencies that are often seen in a bad light because of the way corporations have a tendency to complain about the…
You probably already know that spending time in nature is great for your health and well-being. Getting some fresh air while relaxing to the sounds of birds chirping, sticks rustling under the feet of furry little creatures and trees swaying in the wind can soothe the mind and feed the soul. Nature is so diverse…
When your stress level has been elevated and you feel weighed down, you could be experiencing mental fatigue. Spending long periods of time in a hectic environment or feeling constant anxiety can affect more than just your physical being. The brain controls the body, so mental fatigue can become serious. Here are five signs of…
Hello and welcome back to another issue of top 5 alternative health sites of the week. This week, we have 5 top sites in a unique alternative health category, which is Biofeedback Therapy. Every week we do a countdown from a special field of alternative health. Hope you enjoyed our last week’s countdown, which was…
Oatmeal is referred to by many health experts as ‘a power food.’ One study found it to be very effective at boosting energy while another found that the high concentration of starch and beta-glucan protects your skin by relieving itches. Add to that benefits like weight loss and diabetes prevention and it’s not hard to see why…