Happy Friday {{first name | my friend}},

My wife and I are celebrating Independence Day in Montana this weekend — are you hosting or attending a gathering this weekend, too? Here’s 10 ways to host a no-plastic celebration! 🎉

ECL TRIVIA: What is the name of the ocean current system that helps regulate global climate by moving warm and cold water around the planet? (Answer below)

🌳 NYC FOREST: New York City’s urban forest plan is here, and aims to cover the densely populated city with 30% tree canopy within the next 14 years. The plan to preserve and plant new trees, especially in high-need neighborhoods, has MANY BENEFITS, including helping to guard against extreme heat in urban areas.

🌏 EARTH’S HEARTBEAT: Did you know our Mother Earth has a literal heartbeat? There’s a mysterious seismic pulse every 26 seconds, traced to the Gulf of Guinea off Africa. Scientists discovered it decades ago and still can't totally explain it. Learn more HERE.

🧘‍♀️ HEAL IN NATURE: No, really — go outside! Simply the sounds of nature can lower blood pressure, and being in green spaces with the smell of soil REDUCES stress hormones and stimulates production of serotonin, the “feel good” happy chemical.

🥬 IMMUNITY & KIMCHI: Do you regularly eat fermented kimchi? In just 12 weeks, daily kimchi consumption can “rewire” human immune cells, with effects varying depending on the type of fermentation method.

🦠 REHEATING WON’T HELP: This super common food, enjoyed around the world, is prone to a certain type of toxic bacteria called bacillus cereus if it’s not cooled rapidly enough after cooking. Learn the easy steps to prevent this in your own kitchen HERE.

💊 PLACEBO POWER: You can heal without being fooled! Older adults who knowingly took sugar pills for just three weeks instead of “real medication” showed actual improvements in memory, stress, and physical performance. Zero side effects!

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Q: What is the name of the ocean current system that helps regulate global climate by moving warm and cold water around the planet?

A: The global conveyor belt (thermohaline circulation). It is driven by temperature and salinity differences and influences weather patterns worldwide.