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The Alternative Baking Pantry
Try these flour alternatives in place of wheat flour, as well as these egg and sweetener alternatives.
7 Tips for Conserving Clothing
Stop fast fashion in its tracks by preserving what’s already in your closet.
How Do Phthalates in Personal-Care Products Affect My Health?
Phthalates are endocrine-disrupters, and Black women might be more vulnerable to phthalate exposure. Here’s why.
What Is Your Fitness Potential?
How fit you can get may depend on individual differences in proteins associated with bones, muscles, and blood vessels, according to a recent study.
Coconut Cutout Cookies
Use coconut sugar and a whole egg for a softer cookie, or try granulated sugar and egg whites for a cookies that stays crisp longer.
How Super-Agers Avoid Dementia
Genes play a role, but so do lifestyle factors, according to a recent study of centenarians.
Rosemary-Grapefruit Sparkler
Pink grapefruit’s vibrant color and flavor make this simple drink particularly cheery, while heart-healthy rosemary adds an herbal quality.
Buckwheat Chocolate-Chip Banana Bread
Whole rye flour can be used in place of buckwheat for a slightly spicy, malty flavor.
How Do Hormones Influence Alcohol Tolerance?
Estrogen levels can influence how quickly we metabolize alcohol. Here’s how.
9 Healthy Holiday Dips and Spreads
Caramelized onion dip, beet hummus, cashew “chèvre,” and more! These nine dips will make holiday entertaining a breeze.
How Do Parabens in Personal-Care Products Affect My Health?
Learn what parabens are and how to avoid them.
PUMPING IRONY: Toothless
Regular dental care is key to overall well-being as we age, but Medicare doesn’t provide coverage. The American Dental Association is fighting tooth and nail to keep it that way.
How to Find Fitness Motivation
Past fitness successes and failures can help you move forward in your fitness journey. Here’s how.












