Yum Universe: 5 Plant-Based Recipes From Heather Crosby
Learn to love plant-based meals with approachable foods that are as healthy as they are delectable.
Making Friends With Stress: Kelly McGonigal
Stanford researcher Kelly McGonigal has made it her mission to show people how to embrace stressful situations as opportunities for growth.
PUMPING IRONY: Bridging the Longevity Gap
A new study shows that rich people are living a lot longer than the poor, but I’m not convinced it’s always about the money.
For Heart-Healthy Benefits, Organics Top Conventional Milk and Meat
Major new study shows organic milk and meat offer significantly more omega-3 fatty acids.
Mindfulness Could Help Prevent Obesity in Children
A new study suggests meditative techniques may help balance brain functions that affect eating behavior.
Social-Media Use Linked to Sleep Problems in Millenials
Frequent visitors to popular channels may toss and turn more often.
PUMPING IRONY: Dodging the Silver Bullet
Life-extending drugs are all the rage, but a visit to a practitioner of Traditional Chinese Medicine reminds me how well my aging body responds to a more holistic healing approach.
PUMPING IRONY: You Can Look It Up
Mysterious maladies often send us online to search for answers, a process that can result in more panic than prevention.
The Limits of Friendship
A study suggests Facebook users rely on very few friends during a real-life crisis.
Research Casts Doubt on Seasonal Affective Disorder
An Auburn University study leaves the idea of SAD out in the cold.
The Benefits of Coloring as an Adult
Taking time to color has become a popular stress-relieving outlet for adults everywhere.
PUMPING IRONY: For the Aging Brain, Positivity Is Powerful
New study suggests that staying upbeat can ward off Alzheimer’s.
PUMPING IRONY: The ‘Realm of the Sick’
Recent research bolsters my inclination to abandon conventional medicine's "fear-based" approach for something more positive.
Kalua Pork
You could make this flavorful Hawaiian-inspired dish in a slow cooker, but my pressure-cooker version will get you a giant pile of smoky, fork-tender pork in a fraction of the time. It’s delicious as is — or you can crisp it up and make carnitas, add it to a frittata, or make tacos with it.
Roasted Brussels Sprouts With Bacon
This recipe will convert any Brussels sprouts naysayer — even kids and picky spouses! The mild, nutty bitterness of the caramelized sprouts combines beautifully with smoky pork. There’s a reason this recipe is the most popular one on my blog.
5 Ways Your Office May Be Harming Your Health
Discover what you can do to make your work environment a healthier place to be.