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9 Healthy Holiday Dips and Spreads

By Experience Life Staff

Caramelized onion dip, beet hummus, cashew “chèvre,” and more! These nine dips will make holiday entertaining a breeze.

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The Wild World of Fermentation: Q&A With Sandor Katz

By Marco Dregni

The author and “fermentation revivalist” talks about fermented soybeans, turmeric-infused pickles, and living with HIV.

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What Is Bystander Intervention?

By Déjà Leonard

This expert advice on bystander intervention can help you learn to identify and interrupt harassment in your community.

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The Joy of Eating

By Experience Life Staff

Small, satisfying food moments can bring big, valuable pleasure to our lives.

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Gender-Identity Terminology

By Amy C. Waninger

10 terms to know when it comes to gender identity, including “genderqueer,” “assigned gender,” and “gender confirmation.”

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Larry Prablek’s Success Story

By Larry Prablek

After a frightening bout with COVID-19, an ER doctor recommits to his fitness routine.

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6 Tips for Sourcing High-Quality, Fair-Trade Spices

By Helen Martineau

If you want to buy fresh seasonings grown by farmers who are treated fairly, keep these suggestions in mind.

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Raising the Bar: Katia Smirnov’s Success Story

By Katia Smirnov

When one woman began investigating ingredients in her food, she found preservatives, chemicals, and hormones she wasn’t expecting. Her decision to prioritize organic whole foods improved her mood, weight, and overall well-being.

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The Story of Spices

By Helen Martineau

Prized as global commodities for centuries, spices are experiencing a renaissance. Our experts explain how to source high-quality, fair-trade products to use in your own kitchen.

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11 Ways to Improve Indoor Air Quality

By Kim Syrios

Simple steps to clear the air inside your house.

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Tools to Ease Cold and Allergy Season

By Experience Life Staff

Breathe a little easier with these natural supports for colds and allergies.

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Your Guide to Gender Identity

By Amy C. Waninger

An inclusivity expert shares tips for navigating gender-related conversations with greater empathy and ease.

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How to Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month as an Ally

By Anahi Ortiz-Prieto

A Latina writer and coach offers ideas for education, advocacy, and community connection.

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Megan Larsen’s Success Story

By Megan Larsen

When Megan Larsen traded her sedentary suburban life for a rural hobby farm, she lost 170 pounds and was able to climb back in the saddle.

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9 Ways to Expand Your Food Palate

By Camille Berry

Experimenting with what you put on your plate can open you up to new flavors — and even help you find ways to enjoy foods you’ve previously avoided.

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18 Ideas for Easy Meal Planning        

By Experience Life Staff

Experience Life readers share tips and tricks for making meal prep and planning easier.

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Complete the Stress Cycle

By Emily Nagoski, PhD

Human Giver Syndrome makes women uniquely vulnerable to stress-related illnesses and burnout. Renowned health educator Emily Nagoski, PhD, offers strategies we can all use to relieve the tension.

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How Exercise Improves Your Immune Health

By Michael Dregni and Maggie Fazeli Fard

Regular movement is one of the best ways to tamp down inflammation — and up your immunity.

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How Fitness Can Improve Your Brain and Mental Health

By Michael Dregni and Maggie Fazeli Fard

Moving your body can help you sharpen your focus, improve your mood, and more.

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Dean Barnard’s Success Story

By Dean Barnard

In recommitting to his faith, family, friends, and fitness, one man rediscovers a long-lost passion and reconnects with his purpose.

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The Powerful Benefits of Moving Your Body

By Michael Dregni and Maggie Fazeli Fard

The benefits of physical activity can be felt in every part of the body, making you stronger, smarter, healthier, happier, and even more gorgeous.

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