Margret Aldrich

2 months ago | experiencelife.lifetime.life | Courtney Helgoe |Margret Aldrich

The pocket inhalers many people use to aid their breathing may be contributing to the climate crisis — and users’ respiratory issues. Some 940 million inhalers of all types are sold annually worldwide. They’re typically prescribed for people with asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and other chronic lung diseases.

Sep 3, 2024 | littlefreelibrary.org | Margret Aldrich

We are pleased to introduce an interactive map that highlights two key features: locations of book bans across the United States and locations of nearby Little Free Library book-sharing boxes! This dual-purpose tool not only reveals the widespread epidemic of book banning, but also positions Little Free Libraries as vital distribution points for accessing these restricted books. There are more than 180,000 Little Free Library boxes in urban, suburban, and rural areas worldwide.

Apr 23, 2024 | experiencelife.lifetime.life | Mo Perry |Margret Aldrich |Kristin Ohlson

As one of our body’s largest organs, the skin plays a key role in protecting the body from toxic exposure. It’s also where we absorb a lot of toxins. “What you put on your skin really does matter; it contributes to the overall toxic burden,” says Sara Jean Barrett, ND, a Minneapolis-based integrative practitioner who treats patients with chronic health conditions.

Aug 1, 2023 | experiencelife.lifetime.life | Mo Perry |Margret Aldrich |Nigma Talib |Courtney Helgoe

As with the organs, TCM understands blood differently from Western medicine. Blood is the nurturing yin counterpart to qi’s motivating yang; it’s the fluid that moistens and maintains the body. “TCM pays a lot of attention to the quality of the blood because it’s what nourishes all the other tissues.

Jun 17, 2023 | experiencelife.lifetime.life | Mo Perry |Jill Metzler Patton |Margret Aldrich |Jacqueline White

How Climate Change Is Extending the Allergy Season — and What You Can Do About It The increasing amount of carbon dioxide in the air, warmer temperatures, and longer growing seasons are increasing allergy symptoms in many parts of the world. Here's what you can do to keep your immune system in tip-top shape. What Are the Health Benefits of Quercetin? Quercetin can help with allergies, brain health, heart health, and more. It can easily be incorporated into your healthy eating routine.