Cinnamon-Glazed Carrots
This quick side dish, flavored with maple syrup, cinnamon, and coconut oil, will appeal to even your most picky family members.
PUMPING IRONY: More Than Meets the Eye
Age-related vision loss has long stymied researchers looking for a cure, but recent studies point to a dietary solution that validates a familiar canard.
Dinner, Remixed: Pasta
Eating noodles doesn't have to mean a carb hangover the next day. Check out these pasta upgrades from holistic nutritionist Michelle Babb.
Strong, Fast, and Fit: Finish Strong (Month 6)
The final four weeks of our six-month training program will help you reach peak form.
Why Do Thyroid Disorders Affect Women More Often Than Men?
Here’s what to know about thyroid dysfunction — and how to get tested.
The Health Impact of Attitude: Optimism vs. Pessimism
Pessimistic people are more likely to die from heart disease and have a shorter life in general, according to two recent studies.
Fish Smarts for Pregnant Women
Which fish should pregnant women eat? For optimal health, the key is looking at both mercury content and omega-3 fatty-acid levels.
Easy Party Mix
If you crave that popular party mix made with rice cereal, you are going to love this grain-free alternative made with nuts, seeds, and a hint of maple syrup.
Nourishing Care for the Postpartum Mom: An Interview With Heng Ou
Heng Ou, the author of The First Forty Days: The Essential Art of Nourishing the New Mother, talks to us about ways to honor the postpartum season.
Lap-Swimming Etiquette
Don’t let a crowded pool keep you from regular workouts. Here are six rules to know before you dive in.
Expert Answers: What’s an Easier Way to Track My HRV?
Measuring heart rate variability (HRV) used to involve a doctor’s visit. Now you can use smartphone applications to measure, track, and evaluate HRV on your own.
Expert Answers: What’s Cupping?
Despite its new fitness-fad status, cupping has been used for therapeutic purposes for centuries.
PUMPING IRONY: Just Call Me Gramps
What does it mean to be a grandparent today? I’m about to find out.
Dinner, Remixed: Pizza
Who said pizza has to be a guilty pleasure? Functional-medicine nutritionist Maggie Ward offers several delicious ways to makeover the traditional pie.
When Someone Won’t Take No for an Answer
Not everyone accepts the word “no” gracefully. Here are five ways to get your point across.
Mediterranean Quinoa Salad
Many people think of quinoa as a grain, but it's actually a seed. This detox-friendly salad is bursting with fresh herbs and crunchy veggies.
Out of the Darkness: Michael Somsan’s Success Story
Despite an injury that left him blind, this Army veteran sets his sights on triathlon's most legendary event.
Autism: Why It’s Not Simply a Brain-Based Disorder
A new report describes autism as a “whole body” condition, suggesting there are a variety of avenues for symptom relief.
Expert Answers: How Low Do I Need to Squat to Get the Full Benefits?
Every body is different, so ideal squatting depth may be affected by factors such as your range of motion, strength, and current or past injuries.
The Pursuit of Happiness
A skeptical journalist sets out to discover the keys to a happy life — and finds herself changed in the process.