♠ Its healthful benefits, from allergy aid to antioxidant superhero (plus recipes). Ah, honey! This natural sweetener without an expiration date has been prized for thousands of years. It’s mentioned in holy books to signify abundance—Israel was referred to as the land flowing with milk and honey;...
Read More♦ According to science, avoiding unhealthy snacking can actually be as easy as decluttering your kitchen. As a young ballerina, I remember poring over famous New York City Ballet dancer Allegra Kent’s The Dancer’s Body Book. It was full of tips and tricks (ranging from reasonable to...
Read MoreUsing apple cider vinegar instead of chemical-laden cleaning, beauty, and health products is a way to boost your own mind-body-spirit wellness. What if there was a healthy, organic, and cheap miracle tonic that could facilitate digestion and detoxification, aid in weight loss, cure acne, and bring on shiny...
Read More◊ Drinking warm lemon water before meals is just one way to avoid digestion problems. Occasional gut issues like constipation, diarrhea, bloating, and gas are really, really common. Part of this is due to stress. And for the 10 to 20 percent of people out there who have IBS,...
Read More◊ Indulge in these delicious Mediterranean flavors before the first freeze. At Frey Vineyards in Northern California, we love savoring the last of warm weather flavors for as long as we can. We still have tomatoes ripening on the vine and Japanese eggplants at our local farmers’ market, so...
Read MoreCommon herbs parsley, sage, rosemary, and thyme are packed with health benefits. "Parsley, sage, rosemary, and thyme ...
Read MoreKnobby, ribbed or smooth? Pale and muted or dark jewel colors? Winter squash come in so many visual varieties, they are a feast for the eyes every time you spot one. Each has an interior personality of its own, but tender, sweet flesh inside is...
Read More↓ Having a mindful lunch is not the same as eating lunch. A number of religious traditions promote the practice of pausing and reciting prayers at certain times of the day—typically morning, noon, and evening. I grew up in such a tradition, and I remember hearing the...
Read MorePrepare for success by turning your refrigerator into a lean, mean, clean machine. If you’ve ever seen the 1984 film “Ghostbusters” movie, you’ll remember the scene where Sigourney Weaver’s character hears growling coming from her refrigerator. She opens it to discover a supernatural scene inside, complete...
Read MoreTake your (edible) pulses. ↓ Lentils have been gathered and eaten for about 60,000 years, and farmed for 10,000 years, making them one of the world’s oldest food sources. They are technically an edible pulse in the legume family that grows on a bushy plant. But I...
Read More↓ Follow these simple rules (and a secret fourth) and change how you eat. Most of us have a complicated relationship with food. We learned to associate food with love back when we were babies, and it doesn’t take long to pick up our social and cultural...
Read More↓ You may have come across the word kefir and wondered what it is, especially if you are not a health conscious individual. Well, kefir is a uniquely prepared dairy product known for its healing properties while also being an ‘original’ probiotic beverage. This cultured dairy product...
Read More↓ I just realized that I shared cookies with you last month. And here I am again sharing another cookie recipe. Sorry? Ok, maybe not. I think you’re going to love these little gems. They are healthier than your average cookie—made with 100 percent wheat flour...
Read More♦ True, eating a well-balanced diet is important at any age, but when you enter into the golden era of your life, you need to give more attention and importance to what you eat. Yes, you have heard this advice before; older adults need to pay...
Read More◊ Fresh herbs of all kinds are fleeting. We've all had the experience of reaching into the fridge only to find what was once a bountiful bunch of fresh herbs now wilted and dying. Some are quicker to slip away than others. The worst offender in...
Read More↓ Balancing and fortifying, light and purifying, healing and nurturing, in many ways it’s the world’s original smart food. In October and November, as days grow brisk, leaves scatter on chilly winds, and night comes early, there is nothing as warm and welcoming as a steaming bowl of kichari. Split mung...
Read More♥ Hey, you. It’s me. I mean you. I’m you, 15 years ago. Remember me? I’ve noticed lately you seem a little stretched to the limit. Your to-do list is as long as your arm. Your time is more in demand, maybe even in overdrive. Don’t lose...
Read More♠ How We Became Deficient in the Most Abundant Fat on the Planet ↓ Have you ever wondered why Americans—who, like all humans, evolved on the savannas of Africa—are now being advised to consume fish twice a week? ↓ This would boost our consumption of omega-3s, of course—essential fats that...
Read MorePears are not only delicious, but they are also loaded with nutrients that are beneficial to the body. From improving digestion, lowering blood pressure, and improving heart health to increase cognitive ability, there are numerous health benefits associated with these truly delicious fruits. Here are...
Read More3 Nutritional and Eating Guidelines for a Pre-workout Session ↓ Some people think they can just eat whatever they want before exercising or working out. others don’t think about it at all. ↓ What you take into your body before you put yourself through a routine is absolutely critical...
Read MoreRecipe: Grilled Dijon-Lemon Lamb Kabobs ↓ So, you and I both know kabobs are just bits of meat on sticks. But the end result is so much more romantic and impressive than that! In this case, tender chunks of leg of lamb are marinated in a tangy mix...
Read MoreHealthy Recipes For Weight Loss: A Guide To Shed Extra Pounds ↓ Today, there are thousands of weight loss programs, plans and books and each one claiming to be the best with proven methods to lose weight quickly. However, not everyone guarantees to be the best and...
Read More↓ 7 Powerful Anti-Aging Foods When it comes to holding back Father Time, we all know to use sunscreen, get good sleep, and avoid stress. But one of the best things you can do to slow aging is to eat the right foods! ↓ Aging is actually just inflammation....
Read More↓ 15 Health Benefits of Almonds According to Science – and 8 Delicious Almond Recipes ↓ Almonds have an amazing profile of antioxidant and nutritional benefits, making them a great candidate for fighting disease. They can improve brain function, hinder the onset of cancer, and much, much more....
Read More↓ 10 Health Benefits of Carrots – Proven by Science (and 4 Carrot Recipes to Try) ↓ Carrots have been sought after by many hoping to cure themselves of a wide range of ailments. With benefits ranging from improving skin complexion to curing heart disease, carrots are certainly...
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