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By Mark Hyman, MD
Mighty mitochondria — those little factories inside our cells that generate energy — play a central role in our metabolism, our vitality and our well-being. Find out how to rev your cellular engines, rid them of the gunk and damage that slows them down, and start feeling your healthy best.
By Alyssa Ford
We quizzed five top nutrition and health experts about what they put in their grocery carts each week. What we found might just inspire you to take a fresh look at your own food-buying habits.
By Alyssa Ford
Eating well doesn’t have to break your budget. Our experts offer 15 tips on cutting your tab at the grocery store, without scrimping on the good stuff.
By Erin Peterson
When Morn Cremeens made the switch to raw foods, she discovered a powerful way to support her health—and to transform her perspectives on eating.
By Laura (Fogelberg) Lineburg
Here are the most contaminated — and cleanest — fruits and veggies.
By Rebecca Katz
Tossed in a salad, baked in a crisp, or eaten fresh by the handful, these juicy fruits are bursting with healthy possibilities.
By Camille Berry
High in vitamin C, these tart fruits can support liver function, soothe a cough, and more. Learn about their health benefits — plus, 7 ways to use them more.
By Experience Life Staff
Enjoy the present and take care of the future with these snacks and beverages.
By Courtney Helgoe
Why the ancient healing art of Ayurveda is winning modern fans.
By Courtney Helgoe
The recommended intake might be different if you have a chronic illness or are a smoker.
By Karen Olson
High in protein and gluten-free, quinoa is a nutritious seed that puts conventional whole grains to shame.
By Karen Olson
Delicate and flavorful, freshly grown carrots are full of nutritional surprises — and are quite different from their supermarket cousins.
By Mo Perry
Experts answer 13 questions about vision and explain how to take better care of your eyes.
By Experience Life Staff
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.
By Laine Bergeson Becco, FMCHC
Nutrition experts answer some of the most common questions about this nutrient — including how you know if you are eating a low-fiber diet.
By Paul Kriegler, RD, CPT
How do you build a strong immune system? How do healthy people stay healthy when others don’t? Find out in our ultimate guide to your immune system.
By Callie Fredrickson
Warm weather is made for sipping on something cold and refreshing. Why not have your drink also benefit your health?
By Samantha McKinney, RD, CPT
How to freshen up your habits for the season.
By Karen Olson
Raspberries delight the senses and serve up an impressive dose of antioxidants. Here are recipes and preparation techniques for making the most of this summer’s harvest.
By Jill Patton, FMCHC
Are nightshades bad for you? For most people, these foods are a healthy part of a varied diet. But for others, tomatoes, peppers, eggplants, and potatoes can be problematic.
By Pilar Gerasimo
My nephew, Toliver, turns 12 this month, and like many kids his age, he names pizza, burgers, macaroni and cheese, chips, fries, and similar fare among his best-liked foods.