Month: February 2024
Microplastics found in every human placenta tested in study
Scientists express concern over health impacts, with another study finding particles in arteries Microplastics have been found in every human placenta tested in a study, leaving the researchers worried about the potential health impacts on developing foetuses. The scientists analysed 62 placental tissue samples and found the most common plastic detected was polyethylene, which is used to make...
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4 WAYS TO PRESERVE SOIL MOISTURE
Knowing how to manage water sustainably and ensure effective soil moisture is vital for plants' growth. Here are 4 actions to preserve soil moisture. Source: FAO
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Why Writing by Hand Is Better for Your Brain
By stimulating connections, it benefits memory, test scores, and more Handwriting stimulates complex brain connections essential in encoding new information and forming memories. Research shows students who take notes by hand score better on tests than those who type notes. People who write calendar events by hand are more likely to remember them later. Thousands of people now speak to their...
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‘They lied’: plastics producers deceived public about recycling, report reveals
Companies knew for decades recycling was not viable but promoted it regardless, Center for Climate Integrity study finds Plastic producers have known for more than 30 years that recycling is not an economically or technically feasible plastic waste management solution. That has not stopped them from promoting it, according to a new report. “The companies lied,” said Richard Wiles, president...
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8 WATER-RICH FRUITS & VEGETABLES TO EAT IN HOT WEATHER
Drinking sufficient water keeps you hydrated and helps regulate your body temperature in sweltering weather. But nature has another excellent source of hydration: fruits and vegetables. Juicy fruits contribute to your body’s overall fluid needs – about 20% of your total water intake comes from the foods you eat (including fruits, vegetables, and dairy products), the other 80% comes from what...
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SIMPLE ENERGY-SAVING TIPS (Part Eight)
Cook with the Lid On Let us stir up some positive change in our kitchens! Did you know that a simple lid can be a superhero in saving energy? Cooking with a lid on your pots and pans is not just about sealing in flavours; it is a powerful way to conserve energy and reduce your carbon footprint. When you cover your pots while cooking, you are trapping heat inside, allowing your food to cook more...
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Meet the company turning used chopsticks into eco-friendly furniture
By Azmi Athni Disposable chopsticks may be convenient, but they come at a cost to the environment, contributing to deforestation, carbon emissions and waste build-up. One company, however, has come up with an innovative solution to tackle the problem — one chopstick at a time. They say one man’s trash is another man’s treasure. In the office of The Work Boulevard, a co-working space...
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THE PLASTIC PLAGUE IS POISONING US
Many things around us are made of plastic. Plastic may be convenient, but it poses grave hazards. > Chemicals from plastics have been linked to endocrine disruption, weight gain, insulin resistance, decreased reproductive health, and cancer. > Humans inhale and ingest microplastics through seafood, water, beer, and even salt. The average adult takes in about 2,000 microplastics annually...
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Civil Society Open Letter to Ministers on WTO Fisheries Subsidies Negotiations
February, 2024 In February 2024 when World Trade Organization (WTO) Ministers meet there will be intense pressure and expectation for an outcome on the current negotiations on fisheries subsidies. The ministerial (MC13) comes after the Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies (AFS) was reached at the previous Ministerial, and while the WTO is eager for further agreement, the current text of negotiations...
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