According to a new study, researchers have detected oil from the 2010 BP oil spill in the food chain.While many of us may not have thought about the infamous BP oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico since i
This Wildlife Wednesday, learn about the Vancouver Island marmot - Canadas most endangered (and possibly cutest?) mammal.This Wildlife Wednesday, learn about the Vancouver Island marmot—Canada’s most
New research shows popcorn contains a higher concentration of the antioxidant substances polyphenols than fresh fruits and veggies.Sure, popcorn has long been a popular food among movie lovers and chr
The antibacterial ingredient, triclosan, found in hand soaps to childrens toys, is harmful to the environment; Ottawa is looking for voluntary industry reduction.A widely used antibacterial ingredien
Lentils are a staple in many vegetarians diets. Theyre chewy, hearty, versatile, and leave you feeling satiated.Lentils are a staple in many vegetarians’ diets. They’re chewy, hearty, versatile, and
Micro greens: theyre tiny, theyre tasty, and theyre nutritionally superior. Learn how to grow your own.Micro greens: they’re tiny, they’re tasty, and they’re nutritionally superior. Take, for examp
Unwashed reusable grocery bags can carry a host of dangerous bacteria that could contaminate ready-to-eat items such as bread and produce.Many of us have gotten in the habit of bringing our reusable g
This Wildlife Wednesday, learn about the critically endangered Hawaiian Laysan duck thats making a surprising comeback.When you think of Hawaii, it’s likely surfing or sunshine that spring to mind, r
A new iPhone app intends to enhance and manipulate your dreams. You choose a \"SoundScape\" and the iPhone detects when youre dreaming to engage the chosen option.Do you know just what you’d like to dr
Robert Batemans Get to Know Society has launched its 2012 Get to Know Contest and is accepting entries from young people across the country.Canadian youth, listen up: Robert Bateman’s Get to Know Soc
