Is agave nectar healthful? Agave nectar is a newer sweetener on the market, appearing on health food store shelves after the turn of the millenium.

Feb 16, 2010 - Kirsten O'Connor

Agave syrup or nectar is a natural, low-glycemic sweetener produced from the same cactus plant as tequila and used in many raw-food and health food recipes.

Feb 4, 2009 - Victoria Anisman-Reiner

The internet has many sites advising what birdfeeders different birds prefer. This article consolidates some of this information from four helpful websites.

Feb 24, 2010 - John Bartels

Most ants are omnivorous, some specialize, and a few eat only a single species. Many relationships are mutualistic, and in a few, each species is dependent on the other.

Sep 27, 2008 - Albert Burchsted

They come from the land down under and have invaded the hearts of many.

Aug 24, 2010 - Stephen Scheib

A flying fox is a large fruit bat. The large flying fox, or Pteropus vampyrus, is the largest flying mammal in the world.

Oct 15, 2009 - Sharon Kirby

Grow pansies and violas to attract butterflies, grow near cool season vegetables, fill in early container gardens or as edible flowers garnishing salads.

Apr 6, 2008 - Chris Eirschele

While everyone cites the ecological benefits of buying locally, the true value has been largely overlooked: the taste.

Sep 27, 2010 - Camille Tuason Mata

If up to her, the family pet would be a yapping little mutt with a bow tied around its neck. Left to your own devices, these seven would be better choices.

Sep 7, 2011 - Walter McLaughlin

GM foods and the facts you need to know. Find out the scoop after digging deep into the soil.

Jan 20, 2011 - Stefanie Dewysockie

Saint Lucia is a popular travel destination, boasting beaches, mountains, and lush rainforests that hold rare and endemic species.

Dec 19, 2008 - Sara Wittenberg

Honey doesn't only have a unique taste as a sweetener but also has other properties and uses. The process by which bees make honey is also very fascinating.

Sep 3, 2011 - Pedro Whyte

Loose leaf tea is good for more than just herbaceous mugs of steaming hot tea!

Aug 6, 2011 - Sarai Garnett

Lories and lorikeets are amongst the world's most attractive birds. As nectar-eaters, their care differs from other parrots and their diet creates unique considerations.

Apr 8, 2009 - Ian Dutton

Flower boxes enhance home landscapes and say welcome to visitors. Through careful planning and planting, they can also attract hummingbirds. What do hummingbirds like?

May 24, 2006 - Georgene A. Bramlage

Hummingbirds are migrating in early spring and are just arriving at the limits of their range. Hang a hummingbird feeder for an early glimpse.

May 5, 2006 - Rosemary Drisdelle

Hummingbird feeders are awesome fun for kids. Watching the tiny birds zoom and fly is great fun. How to get started? What should you know up front?

Apr 22, 2007 - Elece Hollis

How does the habit of eating dead animals evolve in a group of insects that feed on plant products?

May 26, 2007 - John Blatchford

When buying hummingbird feeders, consider the birds' needs first. Other considerations include cost and the convenience of filling and cleaning.

Oct 25, 2009 - Bob Bowers

Honey has been known for thousands of years to be a healing agent as well as a foodstuff but what exactly is it and how can it be used? How effective is it?

May 12, 2010 - Ann Burnett