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As families come together and sit down for the holiday season, uncomfortable situations will undoubtedly arise as people differ in their opinions and beliefs. In anticipation of this, the Sierra Club has written a ‘Dinner Conversation Guide’ to help navigate the political subjects that may come up, in particular, those related to climate change. CLIMATE […]

A recent post on the user-sourced website ‘Quora’ asked: “What do teenage girls wish teenage boys knew?’. The page was filled with many users posting positive pieces of advice on how to navigate the complex world of teenage emotions. The demographic of Quora’s audience ranges, but many of the answers to this question could be […]

It’s no secret that avocados are worthy of nutrient all-star recognition. Weighing anywhere from 8 ounces to 3 pounds, these luscious green gems are packed with amazing health benefits. Here are eight reasons why you need to add these nutrient all-stars to your diet. Avocados are jam-packed with nutrients! By partaking in a single 3.5 […]

With climate change very much on (nearly) everyone’s mind with more people trying to control their carbon emissions, waste and all the other factors that contribute to a rapidly warming planet, sex is perhaps not an activity you associate with this problem. You would be surprised how many products related to sex can harm the […]

With over two decades of experience as a registered dietitian, Nicole Magryta MBA, RDN, is on a mission to educate parents on the importance of balanced diets for children, in order to reduce health issues later on. What’s your background and what led you to write ‘Nourish Your Tribe’? My journey has been rich and […]

Nashville Public Radio reports that Thistle Farms has partnered with Banksy, the famous British artist known for his political pieces, and for his anonymity. Thistle Farms, the Nashville non-profit organisation started by Becca Stevens, works with women who have survived trafficking. In a previous interview with PURE Living Nashville, Stevens spoke about the fundraising that […]

A company is hoping to change the way that we consume vitamins and nutrients. Rootine, which is based in Nashville, launched earlier this year. We sit down with Rachel Soper-Sanders, one of the co-founders of the brand, to find out more… A new Nashville-based company hopes to shake up the vitamin game. Rootine is a […]

The American Heart Association’s ‘Healthy for Good’ movement has published simple tips for self-care this season. As part of Eat Smart Month in November, the Middle Tennessee American Heart Association, the leading voluntary health organization devoted to a world of longer, healthier lives, is providing resources to make the healthy choice the easy choice this […]

One day in January can change your family’s health and wellbeing – for life! Join us at the Nashville Winter Wellness Fest on January 18. The event, which will be held at Nashville’s Expo Halls at Nashville Fairgrounds, will have a huge selection of activities for the whole family. The event will have over 100 […]

  A recent report by The Guardian newspaper found that “Taking a long-haul flight generates more carbon emissions than the average person in dozens of countries around the world produces in a whole year.” Air passengers are expected to fly a total of five trillion miles this year, an increase of five percent from last […]

Medical professionals warn of e-cigarette health risks, as second ‘vaping’ related death occurs in the state. According to The Tennessean “So far, 57 cases of lung illness linked to vaping or e-cigarette use have been detected in Tennessee. Nationwide, the outbreak has sickened more than 1,600 and killed 34, according to the Centers for Disease […]

The phrase ‘climate change’ is an umbrella term for a number of substantial changes that are impacting our world. Here, we illustrate the ways that the planet is adjusting (as a result of human behavior). The good news: With Fall upon us, it’s a fitting time to celebrate our nation’s trees. Last year, Climate Central […]