Author Archives: Melissa Breyer

Sperm Count in French Men Drops by a Third, Environment Suspected

A comprehensive new study points a disapproving finger at endocrine disruptors.

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5 Ways to Avoid Toxic Gifts that Could Harm Your Child

Not to be a Grinch or anything, but … don’t buy this stuff.

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12 Holiday Cookies Packing a Secret Super Food Punch

Say bah humbug to blasé holiday treats and bake semi-guilt-free cookies imbued with super-food superpowers instead.

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Most Pork is Contaminated, New Study Shows

The Consumer Reports analysis also shows most of the sickening bacteria samples were resistant to antibiotics.

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Beware the Scent of Orange When Shopping

Retailers who pipe in a subtle orange aroma may be subliminally coercing you to spend more money.

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6 Energy-Saving Portable Electric Space Heaters

When the weather outside is frightful, put one of these to work to slash the electric bill and keep feet toasty.

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Photographer Captures Poignant Beauty of Industry-Ravaged Landscapes

Elena Dorfman’s compelling images of Midwestern rock quarries are as sad and eerie as they are beautiful.

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Become a Scottish Lord or Lady for $49.99

While at the same time supporting conservation for land at risk of development.

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5 Natural Fixes for a Stomachache

When the stomach doth protest too much, relief can be as close as the kitchen cupboard.

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7 Shocking Facts About Your Thanksgiving Turkey

From the ‘know where you food comes from’ file, the truth behind your turkey dinner.

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