A new study has reignited claims that we are being “poisoned” by seed oils. But should we really be avoiding them?

Seed oil is chemically unstable. Its fatty acids degrade into oxidation products such as free radicals and degraded ...

This is a good time of year in the Chicago area to monitor your plants for animal damage and to do some pruning. Other than ...

As it is expected to get pretty darn cold around here starting Sunday, I thought a column concerning feeding birds is in ...

Discover the reason why your bird feeder may be contributing to weed growth in your yard. Learn about the connection between ...

The northern cardinal is the state bird and lives in Illinois year-round. Clark Hudmon, owner of Barn Owl Garden Center in ...

Attract cardinals by learning what food cardinals like to eat. Offer seeds and berries, and grow native plants and shrubs for ...

(RNS) — Millions of Americans made resolutions to start the New Year, hoping to exercise, eat right and otherwise try to be ...

How do robins fare in Minnesota winters? Can owls swivel their heads all the way around? What birdseed can they use that ...

Skincare trends come and go as each year passes, and in 2024, we saw a ton of trends that focus on restoring the skin barrier ...

Not all bird seed is created equal. Here's the lowdown on which mixed bird seed you should avoid putting in your feeder for ...

This wasted bird seed can rot and spread bacteria.Plus, fallen filler seed can attract rodents to your yard. Fillers are used by companies because they can add them into a bag of quality seeds — like ...