California Bans Food Additives

California is the first state to ban the sale of four food additives linked to potential health issues even though they are permitted by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Read More »

Oldest Wooden Structure

A study in the journal Nature reports the discovery of a wooden structure dating back 476,000 years near Kalambo Falls, in Zambia. Read More »

Keeping the Power Grid Humming

To date, large fossil-fuel power plants have maintained the stability of the United States power grid in times of power fluctuations and outages. Read More »

The Green Paw: Plant-Based Diets for Pets

The plant-based revolution has transformed how many of us approach our meals. From sustainability to health benefits, its appeal is undeniable. Read More »

Responsible Pet Adoption: Guarantee a Forever Home for a Furry Friend

The idea of bringing a new pet home conjures up images of endless cuddles and joyful frolicking, but there are crucial responsibilities to consider, too. Read More »

Vegan Restaurants Around Dallas

In the transition to a plant-derived diet, vegetarians don’t eat food products made from meat, fish, shellfish, crustaceans or animal byproducts. Vegans don’t eat food products Read More »

Wintertime Treats

Just because the sun isn’t shining doesn’t mean we can’t cook up some heat in the kitchen. Serve up these three plant-based delicacies for family and friends and watch them ask for seconds. Read More »

Lung Maintenance 101: Natural Strategies to Breathe Easier

Most people inhale about 22,000 times per day without realizing it, but for the more than 34 million Americans living with lung diseases like asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, taking a breath is often difficult. Read More »

Keeping Sneakers Out of the Landfill

Athletic footwear languishing in landfills releases volatile organic compounds linked to asthma, cancer and other health complications. Instead of discarding old shoes that will take 30 to 40 years to decompose, consider these alternatives. Read More »

The Magic of Parent-Child Synchrony: How Skin-to-Skin Contact Helps Development

Imagine being an infant born only moments ago. The onslaught of new sensations must be overwhelming as they suddenly feel the weight of a once-buoyant body. Read More »

2023 Dallas YMCA Turkey Trot

The 56th annual 2023 nonprofit YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas Thanksgiving Turkey Trot will take place on November 23, in Downtown Dallas and virtually. Read More »

Texas Recycles Day

The nonprofit Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary will celebrate Texas Recycles Day, sponsored by H-E-B, on November 18, 24 and 25. Read More »