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Microwaves can get unbelievable greasy, and some of the best, easiest methods for cleaning them involve using baking soda.

Simple baking soda could be the key to clearing up minor clogs, but there's a trick to it, of course.

In June 2021, celestial enthusiasts worldwide can gaze into the night sky to see the ring of fire solar eclipse — here's what viewers can expect.

They say that having aluminum in yout deodorant is bad for you, but what does it actually do to our bodies?

What is peat? A recent article from 'The Telegraph' states that keeping houseplants may not be as healthy as we thought, due to the use of peat.

Celebrity health hasn't always been accessible, but many of your favorite stars have started creating wellness apps, to help you live better and fancier.

Mosquitoes are annoying, potentially disease-carrying pests, so what do you do to keep them out of your backyard?

Canker sores are unsightly, unpleasant afflictions, but there are plenty of home remedies for getting rid of them quickly.

Witch hazel can be found in the first-aid aisle of every drugstore, but what are some uncommon uses for this amazing astringent?

Chia seeds aren’t just good for making novelty planters, they are actually quite nutritious as well.

These farmed animal sanctuaries around the U.S. have reopened for in-person tours as of May 2021.

76-year-old toy company, Mattel, is encouraging customers of all ages to send back old toys through a new recycling program called PlayBack.

Facebook’s Head of Multicultural Communications, Sonia Sroka, gave Green Matters exclusive tips for shopping secondhand furniture on Marketplace.

What is the environmental impact of a balloon? As fun as they are, balloons actually have a high environmental impact — but what are the alternatives?

Most refrigerators run on hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) which notoriously have a high environmental impact. That said, Biden proposed we phase them out.

Sustainable one-stop-shops can help make online shopping a little more eco-friendly. Check out this list of our favorite sustainable online marketplaces.

Even if you’re experiencing chronic inflammation, then these healthy food choices could help soothe your pain.

Happy Int’l Compost Awareness Week! Here's everything you need to know about compostable and biodegradable bags.

Gardeners across the U.S. are wondering if the newly-arrived cicadas will eat their vegetable gardens, and what they can do to prevent it.

Green Matters spoke with Alexandra Richards on her involvement with Project Zero, motherhood, and how she learned to love nature from her rockstar dad.

Finding a good gift for a vegan friend or relative isn’t always easy, but there are plenty of fun options out there if you know where to look.

Considered to be the world's most threatened tribe, the Awá people from Brazil are in grave danger with the destruction of the Amazon rainforest.

Is it possible to find sustainable athletic wear? Fortunately, there are plenty of brands making fairly sustainable and eco-friendly exercise apparel.

Interested in buying an electric car? Here's what EV batteries made from, and what happens to the batteries when they're no longer usable.

Tiny homes may be one of the best ways to simplify your living situation, but did you know that they aren’t allowed in every U.S. state?

Finding a sustainable pillow can help you get restful sleep while keeping your conscience relatively clear.

If you're looking to lower your environmental impact in all aspects of your life, our clean skincare guide for Earth Day will help clean up your routine.

Here are three very specific — and kinda weird — tips for seasoned zero wasters.

Influencers in the sustainability, low-impact, and eco-friendly space give Earth Day resolutions, to help inspire you to make some this year, too.

Even the rustiest, crustiest cookware can be recycled — you just need to know how to do it.

Depending on where you live, cannabis may be legal now, and if that's the case, here are 420 deals near you, so you can celebrate the dope holiday.

Painting can be a relaxing and therapeutic hobby which is relatively easy to dive into, so long as you know how to get started, sustainably.

If one of your Earth Day goals is to keep your home clean with clean products, we've compiled a complete guide to sustainable products for your home.

Here's our beginner’s guide to transitioning to a zero-waste or low-impact lifestyle.

Before the invention of plastic, the world had no choice to be zero waste, but when did the modern zero-waste movement start?

Zero waste’s increasing popularity has given rise to many businesses dedicated to the purpose of sustainability, but how do they work?

The yin-yang Chinese dietary philosophy helps you determine what foods do and don't work for your body, as a crucial part of finding inner balance.

The zero-waste lifestyle is becoming increasingly fashionable these days, but are zero-waste stores as profitable as the lifestyle’s apparent trendiness would have you believe?

Collagen has become a popular supplement for beauty regimens everywhere, but are there any plant-based versions of this fashionable protein?

Although an electric vehicle (EV) is the most sustainable type of car, there are many eco-friendly car features to look out when you're car shopping.