Casie Leigh Lukes
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The Universal Language of Food
Celebrated chef Yia Vang on culture, community, and how he’s rethinking and prioritizing his own health.
Food, People, Community: A Q&A With Chef Yia Vang
Union Hmong Kitchen chef Yia Vang has been featured in Bon Appetit and competed on The Iron Chef, but his passion lies in using food to foster relationships and community.
New USDA “Bioengineered” Food Label: What You Need to Know
Here are some of the loopholes and exemptions you might know about.
What Is Diastasis Recti — and How Can I Heal From It?
Munira Hudani, PT, is on a mission to reframe how we think and talk about diastasis recti, a condition that is common after pregnancy and involves the linea alba. In this interview, she shares what it is, how it’s caused, and how to heal it.
Authentic Body Love: Q&A With The Birds Papaya
For writer and podcast host Sarah Nicole Landry, self-worth goes beyond her body. She shares her evolving journey of what it means to show up for oneself in love.
The Truth About Postpartum Hormones and Healing: A Q&A With Aviva Romm, MD
An integrative-medicine doc, who is also a midwife, shares the ins and outs of postpartum hormones — plus tips to support yourself.
What Your Period Is Trying to Tell You
Here are nine things to know about your monthly cycle.
Vote With Your Dollars: A Q&A With CAUSEBOX’s Matt Richardson
Why supporting socially conscious businesses can have an enormous impact on personal well-being and the health of our planet.
All About Menopause: Q&A With Marcelle Pick, OB/GYN NP
An integrative-health practitioner discusses the symptoms of menopause, and how women can make this time in their lives positive and meaningful.
Why Ethical Design Matters: Q&A With Kallie Thomson
How your stuff is made matters, says founder of 31 Bits.
What Is Cyclical Self-Care and Why Is It Important?
Menstruation guru Alisa Vitti shares the ins and outs of her Cycle Syncing Method and how it can support athletic training, autoimmune issues, and your relationships.
All About Incontinence
Two experts share ways to lessen symptoms of incontinence — without surgery or medication.
What I Wish I Had Known About Exercise and Healing As a New Mom
Digital content specialist Casie Leigh Lukes shares some dos and don’ts about movement for new mothers.
Organic, Sustainable, and Biodynamic Wine: A Q&A With Wine Republic’s RJ Judalena
A wine maestro discusses best wine practices — and offers his top picks for biodynamic reds, whites, rosés, and sparkling wines.
Nourishing Care for the Postpartum Mom: An Interview With Heng Ou
Heng Ou, the author of The First Forty Days: The Essential Art of Nourishing the New Mother, talks to us about ways to honor the postpartum season.
The Problem With Hormonal Birth Control: An Interview with Aviva Romm, MD
Integrative-medicine doc and hormone expert Aviva Romm, MD, talks to us about the health effects of hormonal contraception — and what to do about it.
Nutritional Supplements May Decrease Postpartum Blues
A trio of supplements supports brain changes in women during postpartum.
Essentialism: The New Minimalism?
Sure, you can declutter to have less — but what do you truly need? How essentialism is helping one woman pare down to the good stuff.
5 Ways to Kick the Fast-Fashion Habit
Tips for shopping more responsibly.
Adventures in Sustainable Eating: Q&A With Daniel Klein and Mirra Fine
The Perennial Plate duo shares their thoughts on the people, complexities, and adventures behind the global food system.
How to Make Pour-Over Coffee
This classic brewing technique is a minimalist — and cost-effective — way to enjoy the healthy benefits of java.