A new study led by Oregon State University found evidence that spending time outdoors isn’t just good for your mood; it’s also essential for mental health, especially during times of crisis. Published in PLOS One, the research tracked how U.S. adults engaged in outdoor recreation during the COVID-19 pandemic and found a clear connection: Those…
While 95% of Brits proudly consider themselves house, with pristine kitchens and spotless living rooms topping the list, a new study suggests we might be neglecting the great outdoors. According to new data from Hillarys, which submitted Freedom of Information (FOI) requests to councils across the UK, Bradford has claimed the unenviable title of having…
A new Australian study has uncovered yet another compelling reason for consumers to adopt healthy eating habits. The study, posted on ScienceDirect and published in the journal Resources, Conservation and Recycling, found that people who make nutrition-conscious food choices aren’t just boosting their health; they are helping the planet, too. In an article in The…
Nicknames for billionaire Jeff Bezos’ giant Beverly Hills fence, which is made of bushes that enclose a $165 million-plus estate, are easy to imagine. The Big Green Monster and Great Wall of Bezos are low-hanging fruit. A video clip of the property shared on the r/intrestingtoknow subreddit showed the hedge towering above the street. It…
There have been many questions this spring about plant applications for your phone, so this week we will revisit the most popular options available to you. Ever looked in a garden, yard, or park and had no idea what the plant is in front of you? Fortunately, there are plenty of great plant identification apps…
For more than 20 years, Sherman Oaks florist Mark’s Garden has designed the towering greenery and blooming displays seen at the Oscars. Getting that Hollywood awards-season work is key, particularly during the business’ typically slow first quarter of the year. And the free advertising that comes with your floral arrangements gracing the year’s biggest stage?…
HUMBOLDT COUNTY, Calif. — Getting kids to eat fruit and vegetables can be challenging, but not for Humboldt County Juvenile Hall kitchen supervisor Beth Bailey, who has been with the county for over 10 years. Bailey said the kitchen is where her heart is. “I’m just a healthy plate of food and a smile, and…