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Ryan Jurgenson

CHANGING LIVES: Ryan Jurgensen

By Jill Patton, NBC-HWC

How choosing fitness helped one woman rebuild her resilience.

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What’s Your Diet’s Carbon Footprint?

By Michael Dregni

And did you know choosing a serving of peas instead of asparagus can result in a 48 percent decrease in water use?

balancing rocks on a desk

PUMPING IRONY: Too Busy to Calm Down?

By Craig Cox

Struggling with a stressful workload in recent weeks, I’m struck by new research describing how chronic stress can accelerate the aging of our immune systems. So, why am I avoiding a proven stress-relief practice?

a woman meditates sitting on her bed

5 Tips for Starting a Meditation Practice

By Spiwe Jefferson

How following FEETS can boost your mindfulness-meditation practice.

bicycle handles on a nature trail

Exercise Is Supposed to Be Hard

By Maggie Fazeli Fard

Instead of wondering when exercise will get easier, try asking yourself, “Is it time to make this harder?”

Ken Zylstra during his intercontinental bike ride

CHANGING LIVES: Ken Zylstra

By Jill Patton, NBC-HWC

Reflections on trail life, perseverance, and gratitude.

Several women are peacefully protesting with signs.

The Unlikely Activist

By Courtney Lewis Opdahl

Our managing editor talks about how activism has helped — and challenged — her mental health.

broccoli salad grain bowl

Broccoli Salad With Herby Tahini Dressing

By Maddie Augustin

The ancient wheat kamut is the base of this summer grain bowl, which is paired with an herb oil and a tahini dressing.

a woman applies deodorant

What is the Difference Between Deodorants and Antiperspirants?

By Margret Aldrich

Hoping to avoid body odor? Try clothing made from natural textiles — and make your own healthy deodorant!

a crate of white eggs with one brown egg labeled as organic

What Does “Organic” Really Mean?

By Michael Dregni

The term is much more regulated than it used to be. Look for the USDA Organic label, which means that at least 95 percent of the ingredients are mostly free of pesticides and fertilizers.

a sick looking peace lily

PUMPING IRONY: Epic Fail?

By Craig Cox

Elderly patients are often tagged with a “failure to thrive” label when doctors simply don’t want to spend the time and energy to determine a specific diagnosis. While leading geriatricians continue to argue against the designation, others point to its more salutary effects.

Korean style temphe lettuce wraps

Korean-Style Tempeh Lettuce Wraps

By Robin Asbell

Grilled tempeh is served in butter-lettuce leaves and topped with chopped kimchi.

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