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Telomeres and an Anti-Aging Breakthrough

Telomeres and an Anti-Aging Breakthrough

Scientists have found the biological breakthrough that sheds light on the process of aging and longevity: telomeres.

May 2013
Riders’ Remedy

Riders’ Remedy

Chaffing is a skin condition that can be very common in runners, cyclists and other athletes.

May 2013
Desert Living with Animal Companions

Desert Living with Animal Companions

The arrival of spring bring heat and insects that pet owners need to take precautions against.

May 2013
BHRT Restores Youthful Hormonal Balance

BHRT Restores Youthful Hormonal Balance

May 2013
GreenPower Program Educates Las Vegas Students

GreenPower Program Educates Las Vegas Students

GreenPower, the outreach program of the Desert Research Institute (DRI), promotes and supports the education of Nevada’s preK-12 students about environmental and climate topics.

April 2013
Food Allergies Can be Elusive to Identify

Food Allergies Can be Elusive to Identify

Many people have what is known as a type two IgG (an immunoglobulin or antibody our body makes in response to an allergen) toxic reaction to common everyday foods that we eat regularly.

April 2013
Fresh, Local and Organic: The Trifecta of Sustainability

Fresh, Local and Organic: The Trifecta of Sustainability

The fresh52 Farmers’ & Artisan Market, in partnership with Whole Foods Market, is now operating from 3 to 7 p.m., Fridays, in the Town Square Whole Foods parking lot.

March 2013
Recycling Firms Lead by Example

Recycling Firms Lead by Example

Republic Services processes about 250 tons of commingled recyclable materials per day that are ultimately sent to manufacturers to be reused.

March 2013
Learning to Make the Desert Bloom

Learning to Make the Desert Bloom

The Permaculture Learning Garden, created in 2010, the garden is both a gathering place and a spot for quiet contemplation

March 2013
Desert Gardens Can Yield Abundance

Desert Gardens Can Yield Abundance

Gardening tips from local Master Gardener Donald Fabbi

March 2013