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[breaking] new found materials in alaska (8/31)

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Power Your Plate With Purple Carrot’s Plant-Based Meals

Want to finally reach your daily recommended amount of plants in your diet? Want to enjoy them without scouring the internet for recipes or scavenging the grocery store shelves for dozens of ingredients?

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With fully plant-based, chef-prepared meals and meal kits that provide the exact amount of ingredients you need, plus an ever-growing “plantry” filled with healthy staples, Purple Carrot makes it easier than ever for you and your family to eat more plants - without spending hours in the kitchen each week.

What can you expect when you order from Purple Carrot? Fully customizable plans - pick from any combination of meal kits, prepared meals, and grocery items - plus the option to skip a week or cancel whenever you want. No matter which options you choose, you’ll always get nutritious meals that never sacrifice flavor.

What’s on the menu? This month, they’re offering five new light, fresh, and vibrant meals packed with seasonal produce. From Sesame Orange Tofu with Roasted Green Beans & Sticky Rice to Gnocchi Al Pesto with Charred Asparagus & Lemon Zucchini, there’s a mouth-watering option for every taste.

Breaking News:

Unexpected Methane Source Found in Uplands of Alaska

Researchers from the University of Alaska Fairbanks have identified a surprising source of methane, a potent greenhouse gas. Upland areas in Alaska, previously thought to be minimal contributors, are releasing methane at some of the highest rates ever documented in northern ecosystems. This discovery challenges current climate models and raises concerns about the impact of permafrost thaw on global warming. (see more)

Bacterial Shape Protein Could Unlock New Antibiotics

Scientists have discovered a crucial protein responsible for maintaining the shape of bacteria. By understanding how this protein, OpgH, works, researchers believe they can develop new antibiotics that target the protective envelope of harmful bacteria, potentially overcoming antibiotic resistance. This groundbreaking finding could revolutionize the fight against bacterial infections. (learn more)

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