“Down-to-Earth” Farm Vacations
Ever dream about “getting back to the land”? Many organic farms around the world are happy to host visitors in exchange for a little hands-on help.
Mind-Body Mastery
Yoga is about more than mastering poses, says Jonny Kest. It’s a path to improved relationships — especially the one between your body and mind.
Clutter Clearer: Laurie Gerber
Life coach Laurie Gerber has helped hundreds of clients overcome self-defeating behaviors and clean up their emotional lives, daily habits and relationships.
Order out of Chaos: Declutter the Bedroom
Feng-shui expert Andrea Gerasimo explains how to make your bedroom a restful sanctuary.
PUMPING IRONY: March Madness?
When it's 70 degrees in March, watching basketball on TV really loses its appeal.
"Intuitivarian:" The New Eating Style
An "Intuitivarian" is someone who fuels their body with balanced nutrition based on self-awareness and intuition. Learn tips to start your journey towards intuitive eating, focusing on self-trust, patience, and understanding your relationship with food.
PUMPING IRONY: Can You Say ‘Healthy Brain’ in French?
French lessons haven't made me fluent, but at least my brain's getting a good workout.
3 Simple Solutions for Transformative Change
Learn how the power of simplicity can help navigate life's challenges with these three practical solutions for creating positive, sustainable changes.
PUMPING IRONY: My Achilles Heel
When I decided to get back on the basketball court a few weeks ago, my main concerns involved sprained ankles, blown-out knees, dislocated fingers and minor heart attacks. I had no idea that my Achilles tendons would capture so much of my attention.
15 Questions to Ask When Your Doctor Prescribes a Drug
Functional-medicine pioneer Frank Lipman offers 15 questions to ask about prescriptions.
Fitness Fixes: Can I Correct Lordosis?
An expert answers on a common condition called hyperextension or swayback.
What Is a Better Spine Stabilizer for Weightlifting?
Expert answers on whether or not you should pull in your belly button or brace your abs when lifting weights.
Sweet and Sour Braised Portobello Mushroom Caps With Asian Greens and Brown Rice
This comforting dish combines the tangy, earthy tastes of pineapple juice, tamari, fresh gingerroot and sesame oil.
Beef Roast With Cremini Mushrooms in Zesty Pomegranate Sauce
Serve this slow-cooked roast with a hearty whole grain, such as cooked quinoa, wild rice or barley. Pair with braised cabbage, Brussels sprouts or kale. For a vibrant and healthful touch, garnish with pomegranate seeds.
Wild Mushroom Omelet With Arugula and Chèvre
This quick, satisfying meal can be made with or without pancetta (unsmoked bacon). As alternatives to arugula, try baby spinach or watercress. For more fresh flavor, add chopped fresh herbs, like chives or marjoram, to the egg mixture.
Spinach Salad With Grilled Portobello Mushrooms
When portobello mushrooms are grilled, they develop a meaty flavor. In this vegetarian version of a steak salad, the heat of the grilled mushrooms slightly wilts the spinach. If you would rather use another salad green, cool the grilled mushroom slices to room temperature before tossing together.
The High Cost of Being Hurried
We are a nation of speed freaks. Scheduled to the max, rushed to the point of distraction, we still can't seem to get it all done. Our obsession with productivity may make us efficient, but is it worth it?
How Acupuncture Helps to Relieve Stress
Maybe getting stuck with needles doesn't sound like stress-relief to you. But many people swear it's the most rejuvenating body treatment ever.
How to Hike the Appalachian Trail
Feeling like a nice little 2,000-mile walk? Just one foot in front of the other will get you started down one of the most beautiful, varied and challenging trails in the country.