🪸 Coral crisis, fracking cover-up & a shark scandal

Happy Friday my friend,

Before we dive into the headlines, here's something to brighten your day: a few years ago, scientists discovered that wombats and other Australian marsupials glow under ultraviolet light, a phenomenon known as biofluorescence. This unexpected trait adds a new layer of wonder to these already creatures.

ECL TRIVIA: Which ocean creature sleeps with half of its brain at a time to stay alert for predators? (Answer below)

🌎 Planet Health

🦈 SHARK LOOPHOLE: The Indian Ocean Tuna Commission just passed new rules to protect vulnerable shark species—but one glaring exception is turning heads. The blue shark, one of the most commonly fished species, was left out of the restrictions. Here’s why that has experts deeply concerned.

🏝️ CORAL CRISIS: The ongoing 2023–2025 global coral bleaching event has become the most extensive in recorded history, affecting approximately 84% of the Earth's coral reef ecosystems. Learn more about this environmental situation.

🧪 FRACKING CHEMICALS: A new analysis reveals that oil and gas companies in Colorado have injected over 30M pounds of undisclosed, potentially toxic chemicals into the ground since July 2023, despite a transparency law mandating full chemical disclosures. Discover the implications of this finding.

🧑‍⚕️ Human Health

🧬 CHILDREN'S HEALTH REPORT: A new U.S. government report sounds the alarm on declining childhood health, tying the trend to corporate influence and lifestyle factors. Explore the key findings in this damning overview.

😷 FLU SPIKE ALERT: The Darling Downs region in Queensland is experiencing a 31% increase in flu cases compared to the same period last year, despite the season just beginning. Understand the factors contributing to this spike.

🌿 ENVIRONMENT & GUT HEALTH: The destabilization of natural systems doesn’t just affect wildlife—it’s reshaping your gut. From chronic stress to disrupted microbial exposure, here’s how environmental shifts may be silently impacting your digestive health.

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😊 Conscious Corner

Other earth-conscious stories you may have missed…

🧠 CREATINE FOR COGNITION: Can a workout supplement make you sharper? (more)

🧬 NAD+ AND LONGEVITY: This molecule might be the key to aging slower. (more)

🥦 BROCCOLI AND GUT HEALTH: Broccoli may do more for your gut than you think. (more)

Trivia Answer:

The dolphin — This fascinating ability, called unihemispheric slow-wave sleep, allows them to rest while still swimming and breathing consciously.

🎥 Intro to Naturopathic Medicine

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