Why indoor air pollution can be just as deadly as wildfire smoke

Household air pollution is a hidden source of death and illness and climate change seems to be making it worse
How To Use Vinegar To Fix Issues Around The House

Vinegar isn’t just a powerful cleaning tool — it can also help you fix annoying mishaps around the house. Here are all the ways you can utilize it.
This Is The Secret Weapon You Need To End Your Pesky Booklice Problem

Although generally harmless to people, booklice can still damage paper products and textiles around your home. Use this secret weapon against these tiny pests.
30 Different Types of Berries (and Why You Should Be Eating Each and Every One of Them)

Your love for blueberries, strawberries, blackberries and raspberries runs deep. But there are tons of berry species you *won’t* find on store shelves. If you go by the botanical definition—that a berry is a pit-free, fleshy fruit produced from a single flower containing one ovary—everything from bananas to chili peppers to watermelons counts as a berry. So, with a meaning that broad, what is a berry, really? Colloquially, we tend to use the word “berry” for nutrient-rich, juicy, round, soft-fle
30 Different Types of Berries (and Why You Should Be Eating Each and Every One of Them)

Your love for blueberries, strawberries, blackberries and raspberries runs deep. But there are tons of berry species you *won’t* find on store shelves. If you go by the botanical definition—that a berry is a pit-free, fleshy fruit produced from a single flower containing one ovary—everything from bananas to chili peppers to watermelons counts as a berry. So, with a meaning that broad, what is a berry, really? Colloquially, we tend to use the word “berry” for nutrient-rich, juicy, round, soft-fle
Swissklip Anti-Fungal Stick Review – Does It Work to Kill Nail Fungus On Contact?

The Swissklip Anti-Fungal Stick uses ingredients to treat fungal infections on the skin and nails.
Hear From the Grassroots at the Third Session of National Forum on Transformative Community-Based Change—November 29! – Beyond Pesticides Daily News Blog

Hear from the grassroots and register today for the third session of the National Forum on November 29, 2023! Click here for more info!
How Long Does It Take for Black Mold to Kill You?

Mold is a type of fungus, and it’s everywhere — indoors, outdoors and even in the air. But is black mold worse than the rest? Is it as deadly as people say?
What to do when you see mold on your food

Can one fuzzy berry ruin the bunch? Can you cut away a spotty piece of bread from the loaf? This is what the experts recommend.
This Common Gardening Item Is The Secret Weapon You Need To Banish Pesky Leafhoppers

Here’s how diatomaceous earth works to be a steadfast and affordable ally in keeping pesky leafhopper insects from destroying your garden beds.
Jennifer Preston: All mushrooms are magic

Researchers are learning how to use fungi as packaging material, insulation, filters and more.
50 Problem-Solving Products To Help You Conquer Daily Chaos

There’s a little zippered pouch in here that’ll attach to your Stanley cup and you just might need it.
Sports World Rejects Synthetic Turf, Favors Natural Grass as Organic Offers Safe Alternative – Beyond Pesticides Daily News Blog

>>Tell NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell and your local mayors* to make the switch from artifical to organic grass turf.
Lane County mushroom festival highlights the bounty of the season

For over 40 years, Mount Pisgah Arboretum in Lane County has held a mushroom festival in the fall. While the last few years haven’t offered the best mushroom seasons, this fall is shaping up to be a beautiful time for foragers. Chris Melotti, president of the board of directors of the Cascade Mycological Society, shares his love of fungi with us.
12 Foods You Can (And Can’t) Salvage Once They Grow Mold

Notice some mold on your groceries? From bread to hard cheeses to maple syrup, discover which 12 foods you can rescue and which to toss.
NFL Players Association Calls for Stadiums to End Synthetic Turf Use – Beyond Pesticides Daily News Blog

An established and growing body of scientific evidence is demonstrating environmental and health risks with synthetic turf.
A Greener Future for Vineyards: Transforming Disease and Pest Control with The Amazing Doctor Zymes

The Amazing Doctor Zymes shares the deep respect for the environment felt by wine industry innovators practicing organic and regenerative agriculture and
Avoid These Common Mistakes When Growing A Fiddle Leaf Fig

Fiddle leaf figs are all over Instagram and TikTok. If you want to grow one of these houseplants, there are several mistakes you should avoid. Learn more!
43 Solutions For Those Little Things You Might Be Shy About (Because You’re Only Human)

We all deal with kinda embarrassing things, but at least this way you won’t have to show it all to a cashier.
Is Organic Food Better For You?

Is organic always better? Discover the world of organic food by reading labels, nutrient comparisons, and the effects on the economy and environment.
Autumn Pet Safety

Keeping our furry friend safe is a year-round job, but each season has its own challenges as we try to protect our pets!
How to Store Chanterelle Mushrooms

Interested in how to store chanterelle mushrooms? Read on to learn the best methods for storing these gourmet mushrooms.
Even in dry climates, mold can become a problem for your home and your health

Mold is a natural substance that is present in the air we breathe. It’s not usually a problem for humans unless a dangerous strain is inhaled at greater levels than
Ohio Mushroom Society hosts Mushroom Foray in Holden Arboretum’s forests

Of the planet’s five million species of fungi, more than 60 types of mushrooms were brought back from a recent half-day Mushroom Foray into a pair of the Holden Arboretum’s forests. “Mushrooms are …
8 Types Of Wood To Never Use For Smoking And Grilling

It might seem like any old wood is fair game for grilling and smoking – but that’s not the case! There are indeed some toxic and unsafe woods to watch out for.