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Food, People, Community: A Q&A With Chef Yia Vang

By Casie Leigh Lukes

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.

what is my hunger actually telling me?

9 Common Questions Answered About Hunger Cravings

By Jessie Sholl

If you’re feeling famished you probably need food, but sometimes hunger and cravings can clue us in to what we need — physically and emotionally. We just have to tune in to our body.

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Which Supplements and Herbs Can Help Me Combat Brain Fog?

By Alexandra Smith, MA, LPCC

For persistent brain fog, these three herbs may help.

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The Health Effects of Air Pollution and What You Can Do About It

By Mo Perry

Poor air quality not only affects the vulnerable but also the young and healthy. Learn what you can do to help keep your lungs healthy.

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How Walking Strengthens Your Heart and Lungs

By Nicole Radziszewski

For more cardiovascular benefits, you can increase your pace and walk up and down hills.

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Tips to Make the Most of Your Walk

By Nicole Radziszewski

While walking may seem like a simple and natural movement, there are things to keep in mind to ensure that you get the most out of your walk and avoid injury. Read on to learn more.

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7 Nutrients That Provide Allergy Relief

By Jill Patton, FMCHC

Here are some nutrient-rich foods that can help relieve allergy symptoms naturally.

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4 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Expressing a Strong Emotion

By Jessie Sholl

Practicing healthy emotional expression helps us to acknowledge our emotions without letting them control us. Use these questions to determine the most appropriate way to express your feelings in any situation.

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Fire Up the Grill! 11 Healthy Recipes to Enjoy

By Experience Life Staff

From main dishes to vegan sides and even dessert, these grillable recipes are perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or planning a weekend cookout.

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How to Eat a More Climate-Friendly Diet

By Mo Perry

We know that our food choices affect our individual health; they also matter to the health of the planet.

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How to Face Your Fears: 3 Expert Tips

By Jessie Sholl

Directly expressing our feelings of fear can help build trust and intimacy in relationships. Here are some strategies to face your fears.

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How Walking Boosts Your Metabolism

By Nicole Radziszewski

Walking is a form of NEAT (Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis) and can help optimize metabolism. Read on to learn more.

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How Climate Change Is Extending the Allergy Season — and What You Can Do About It

By Mo Perry

The increasing amount of carbon dioxide in the air, warmer temperatures, and longer growing seasons are increasing allergy symptoms in many parts of the world. Here’s what you can do to keep your immune system in tip-top shape.

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How Can I Help My Child Understand and Manage Their Emotions?

By Jessie Sholl

Here are five steps to help teach emotional literacy to your kids.

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How to Say Goodbye to a Pet

By Katherine Reynolds Lewis

Here are some expert tips to help you make the most of the remaining days with your beloved pet.

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How Climate Change is Contributing to the Spread of Vector-Borne Illnesses — and How to Protect Yourself

By Mo Perry

As a result of climate change and expanding urban development, vector-borne illnesses and infections, which are transmitted through ticks, mosquitoes, and fleas, are becoming more common. These diseases pose a serious threat to human health. Learn more.

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How Walking Enhances Healthy Aging

By Nicole Radziszewski

Regular walks can help stave off cardiovascular disease and dementia — and may even increase your lifespan.

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4 Steps to Let Go of Guilt and Shame

By Jessie Sholl

Brené Brown, PhD, suggests that embracing our vulnerability can help us develop “shame resilience.” Learn how.

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How Extreme Temperatures Caused by Climate Change Can Affect Your Health — and How to Stay Safe

By Mo Perry

Explore these tips to stay healthy during periods of extreme heat.

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PUMPING IRONY: The Disease of Disconnection

By Craig Cox

While physical frailty among seniors has been well documented, recent research suggests that social frailty may be even more prevalent — and lead to similar health issues.

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How to Plant a Tree

By Michael Dregni

Tree-planting advice from native-plant expert Lynn Steiner.

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