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EarthTalk: The scoop on recycling container lids, tops and caps

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Dear EarthTalk: Everyone knows we should recycle metal, glass and plastic cans and bottles, but what about all the lids, tops and caps? I see people recycling plastic...

EarthTalk: Do those energy-saving compact fluorescent light bulbs cause headaches?

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Dear EarthTalk: Can those energy-efficient compact fluorescent light bulbs that are popular now cause headaches because of the flickering they do? I converted my whole house over...

EarthTalk: How often do I really need to change my oil?

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Dear EarthTalk: How often do I really need to change my car’s oil? Conventional wisdom has always put it at every 3,000 miles to prevent engine wear, but isn’t changing oil...

EarthTalk: Concerns about plastic: Is Tupperware safe?

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Dear EarthTalk: I’ve read that plastic bottles are not always safe to reuse over and over as harmful chemicals can leach out into the contents. I’m wondering if the same...

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EarthTalk: Our next president's environmental agenda

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Dear EarthTalk: What are the major environmental issues that our next president, be it Obama or McCain, will have to confront? -- M.B. ...

EarthTalk: Pollution, sedentary lifestyles and early puberty

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Dear EarthTalk: I heard that children are reaching puberty at earlier ages now and that it may have to do with environmental toxins and even their TV viewing habits. Can you...

EarthTalk: Energy-hogging TVs

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Dear EarthTalk: I need to replace my old TV. Can you tell me which of the latest models is the greenest? I was told that the flat-screen/plasmas are real energy hogs. What do you...

EarthTalk: Finding green friendly consumer products

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Dear EarthTalk: What are the best sources out there for environmentally friendly consumer products? I don’t want to have to drive all over creation for green laundry and other...

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EarthTalk: Meat and the environment

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Dear EarthTalk: Vegetarians and vegans are so self-righteous about not eating meat and how meat eating is so bad for the environment. How true are these claims?-- F.D. ...

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Alabama 4th of July 2009 Independence Day Events

Alabama Fourth of July Fireworks, Festivities and Celebrations Fourth Of July Blast, Alexander City, AL - July 4, 2009 Annual 4th of July Blast...

EarthTalk: Greener computer choices

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Dear EarthTalk: My old computer finally bit the dust and I am in the market for a replacement. Are there any particularly “green” computers for sale these days? --Brian S. ...

EarthTalk: Nontoxic ways to deal with carpenter ants

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Dear EarthTalk: In renovating a cabin, I discovered carpenter ants working their way through the walls. Is there any way to responsibly get rid of the pests without using noxious...

EarthTalk: Alternatives to toxic mosquito repellents

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Dear EarthTalk: Is it true that the DEET used in most mosquito repellents is toxic? If so what problems does it cause? And what are some non-toxic alternatives for keeping...

EarthTalk: Cleaner, greener lawnmowers

Dear EarthTalk: What’s available now in lawnmowers that are easier on the environment? My yard is too big for one of those “reel” mowers, and I’m no longer a spring...

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EarthTalk: Sunscreen cautions

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Dear EarthTalk: Are sunscreens safe? Which ones do you recommend that will protect my skin from the sun and not cause other issues? -- B.E., New York, NY ...

EarthTalk: Wetlands loss

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Dear EarthTalk: What is the status of wetlands in North America? Years ago I remember that wetlands loss, due to development and sprawl, was accelerating fast, but I haven’t...

EarthTalk: Healthy fast food on the road

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Dear EarthTalk: I really want to eat healthy and organic but am constantly traveling and on the go. How can I eat fast food without having to always end up at McDonalds and Burger...

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EarthTalk: Green-friendly outdoor clothing

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Dear EarthTalk: I’m planning a summer backpacking trip and was hoping to buy some of the latest green-friendly outdoor clothing. Where the best options out there today that wear...

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Two wheels are better than four!

Whether it’s a gutsy mountain bike, a sleek racer or your trusty Schwinn with the playing cards in the spokes, time to get out and see the world on two wheels.May is American ...

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EarthTalk: Wind power's progress

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Dear EarthTalk: How is wind power faring in the U.S. now? Is more of it coming on line and becoming a larger percent of the grid? And what about some of the highly publicized...

JuneFit Tip: Stretching is for Everyday!

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My motto is, "Stretching is for Everyday", and I do practice what I preach. Research has indicated that regular stretching may be more effective in preventing injuries...

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EarthTalk: Air travel's carbon footprint

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Dear EarthTalk: Are there any efforts underway to green the air travel industry? It seems to me that it must be one dirty business from a pollution standpoint. -- E.C. ...

JuneFit Tip: Let's Gear Up!

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Let's gear up for exercise, that is! It's Spring, we're spending more time outdoors, and we've got time to get into better shape for summer. Whether we exercise outdoors or in the...

EarthTalk: Green Kids' Shoes

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Dear EarthTalk: I’ve found environmentally friendly shoes for myself, but have had trouble finding similar shoes for my kids. Are they out there? -- Dawn M. ...

JuneFit Tip : It's Spring, Take a Hike!

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I'll say it again, "Take a Hike" literally, of course! Spring is here, and many of us are ready to take our exercise outdoors even though some of us have annoying...

EarthTalk: Energy drinks

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Dear EarthTalk: There are so many energy drinks on the market, but they all seem very high in sugar, coloring and preservatives. Are there any natural versions that offer a...

JuneFit Tip: Exercising with Allergies!

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Spring is officially here and soon we'll see buds forming on the trees. Many of us look forward to taking our exercise outdoors when spring begins but many of us also suffer from...

EarthTalk: Recycling old clothes

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Dear EarthTalk: How or where can I recycle clothes that are too old or worn out for Goodwill?-- Tim Just because that old shirt you used to love is too...

EarthTalk: Handbags and purses from recycled materials

Dear EarthTalk: I’ve been hearing a lot about all the recycled materials being turned into handbags and purses. Are these bags actually fashionable? -- Mary-Beth ...

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JuneFit Tip: The Egg!

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Spring is here, and some of us will be coloring and displaying Mother Nature's perfect food for Easter, while many of us enjoy our eggs every day for breakfast, holiday or not. I...

EarthTalk: Safety issues with gel hand sanitizers

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Dear EarthTalk: My pediatrician swears by those gel hand sanitizers for lowering the risk of my family getting sick during cold and flu season. But I’ve also heard that these...

JuneFit: It's March, It's a Matter of Fact!

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March has arrived and with it is National Nutrition Month®, so let's get healthy! This year the theme is "It's a Matter of Fact". National Nutrition Month is sponsored...

EarthTalk: Chemicals in scented candles

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Dear EarthTalk: I just read an article that said air fresheners contain chemicals that can cause health problems when inhaled. Are scented candles any better? -- Leanne C. ...

A New Look, More Info, New Ways to Share on our new Selma Community Site!

Welcome to Selma's new "shared community webspace", at AmericanTowns.com! Not just a fresh new look, but a whole host of new features and resources neatly organized –...

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JuneFit: A Yogurt a Day!

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Start Early with "A Yogurt a Day" because not only is it easily digested, but it just might keep the doctor away! Well, I am basing this on some scientific evidence,...

EarthTalk: Greener computers

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Dear EarthTalk: As an online gamer, I spend a lot of time in front of my computer. What’s the environmental impact? And are “greener” PCs available? -- Bob G. ...

JuneFit Tip - Start Early With a High Fiber Cereal!

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Start the day early with a high fiber cereal for breakfast! We recently discussed the merits of starting our day with some fuel in our tank, and we discussed the magical cereal...

EarthTalk: Reducing food packaging waste

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Dear EarthTalk: Everybody says stop using plastic bags, but what about all the plastic, cellophane, cardboard and other materials used for packaging the food itself? What can we...

JuneFit Tip - Feeding Our Heart, Part 2!

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Let's "Feed Our Heart" with love, that is! This month is American Heart Month and I like to include in this month- long campaign, the well known heart -related holiday,...

EarthTalk: Environmental festivals and events

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Dear EarthTalk: I've been reading about various green festivals going on around the country and I want to attend some and get up to speed on environmental issues and products....

JuneFit Tip - Feeding Our Heart!

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How many times during this week did we consider how our food choices are connected to the function, appearance and health of our body? This month is American Heart Month along...

EarthTalk: Earth-friendly chocolate

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Dear EarthTalk: I heard a reference to “Earth-friendly chocolate” and was wondering about what goes into chocolate that would raise environmental concerns. -- Ben M. ...

Sun, Sand and Splash Spell Summer Fun in Alabama!

Nothing says "summer" like spending time by the water. Sure, you could just flop on a towel and leave it at that…but why not make the most of your day in the...

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JuneFit Tip: Oatmeal, a Magical Food!

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"Start Early" with breakfast and when we have the time, I can't think of a better food to begin our day with than oatmeal! Oatmeal is always on my list of the top ten...

EarthTalk: Online green information

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Dear EarthTalk: What are some of the best online sources of environmental information? -- Hip2bGreen One of the best places to start in venturing out into...

EarthTalk: Cell phone towers and cancer

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Dear EarthTalk: My uncle worked for over a decade on the top floor of an office building with cell phone towers directly above him. He was recently diagnosed with cancer. Is there...

JuneFit Tip: The Tools - Start Early!

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"Start Early" by eating breakfast, that is! This is one of the tools of my program, and I'm referring to starting the day by eating some form of breakfast. Eating...

EarthTalk: Green mattresses and bedding

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Dear EarthTalk: Is it true that traditional mattresses and bedding can cause environmental and health problems, and if so, what alternatives are out there? -- Jay G. ...

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JuneFit Tip: Let's Focus on "The Tools"!

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Let's focus on "The Tools" of weight loss instead of our weight, that is. Okay, here's my last mention of a new year and our biggest goal, weight loss (I'm sick of this...

JuneFit Tip: The Top Winners

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Yes it's a new year, and we all want to be thinner, more fit, and healthier. One concrete step we can take is to eat foods that offer us the most overall benefit to accomplish our...