Beware the Lusty Turnip
Every era has had its share of wrongly demonized foods - from commonplace vegetables to (gasp!) millet muffins.
Understanding the USDA Dietary Guidelines
Every five years the government issues an updated version of its guidelines for healthy eating. We asked some clued-in nutritionists to help us evaluate its latest confounding effort.
Relaxation Revolution
Herbert Benson’s book offers scientific proof that mind-body practices can have powerful, gene-altering effects — in a surprisingly short period of time.
The Ways of the Worried Well
These days, frankly, if you’re not at least a little concerned about your health, you’re probably not paying attention.
The Next Game: Tony Sanneh
After 18 years of playing professional soccer, Tony Sanneh retired from the sport in 2010. But “retired” is hardly a word that describes this world soccer great. A native of St. Paul, Minn., he established The Sanneh Foundation, a nonprofit organization, in 2003; its purpose is to provide positive environments - including soccer clinics and camps - for urban youth in America. We caught up with Sanneh by phone to find out more about his projects and passions.
Rightsize Your Worries
Life’s too short to spend sweating the small stuff, even when it masquerades as big stuff - which is most of the time.
For the Love of Heirloom Tomatoes: Recipes, Techniques, and More
Vine-ripened, oddly shaped, and packed with flavor: There’s nothing like an heirloom tomato. We asked farmer Gary Ibsen, who’s been growing and selling these beauties for almost 40 years, for a personal introduction.
Embrace Intrinsic Motivation for Lasting Happiness
Jacob Sokol, author of Living on Purpose — An Uncommon Guide to Finding, Living, and Rocking Your Life's Purpose, explores the differences in extrinsic and intrinsic motivation.
Making a Diagnosis is Less Important than Asking These 2 Questions
Ultimately, asking the right questions is more important than giving a label to a set of observations.
Slow Down to Go Faster: Boost Your Energy and Well-Being With These Habits
How a daily practice keeps us feeling positive, inspired and energized.
How Not Having Enough Food Causes Obesity and Diabetes
How does not having enough to eat cause obesity, diabetes, heart disease, cancer, and early death? Let's investigate.
10 Natural Ways to Stay Energized Throughout the Day
Feel like you're moving at marathon pace during the day? Here are 10 easy and natural ways to stay energized throughout the day.
Transform Your Health With Live Foods
The biggest problem with the average American diet is not just how much we eat, it's the percentage of our diet that's made up of cooked and over-processed foods. Find out how eating live can help you live healthier, happier, and longer.
Understanding and Achieving Flow
Although we tend to think we are happiest in our leisure hours - most satisfied when we are relaxed with absolutely nothing to ponder - the truth is quite the opposite.
Piña Colada Aqua Fresca
A light and refreshing beverage that’s suited for a hot summer day. Try mango and raspberry or strawberry and pineapple as variations.
Eating by the Rainbow
It is so easy to stick to what you know and choose convenience foods or the same foods every time you go to the store. Get out of that rut by accepting a new challenge; eating by the rainbow.
