You probably already know that a diet rich in vegetables is good for your health and your waistline, but did you know certain veggies can support better sexual health?
Fresh organic vegetables are filled with phytonutrients and high levels of...
While half of Americans say they read the nutritional labels on packaged foods before buying, many don't understand them - or, if they do, they aren't really sure what to look for in order to make an informed choice.
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Sprouts are one of the best locally-grown foods, yet few people eat them, let alone grow them. They're a powerhouse of nutrition, and research has found that there can be as many as 100 times more enzymes in sprouts...
Author Richard Lou, who published the bestseller "Last Child in the Woods," wrote about what he called a "nature deficit disorder" in relation to children, but he ultimately became overwhelmed by adults with stories about their own disconnect.
He's not...
For fragrant, exotic winter meals, and soothing, stress-busting teas, pick up a few stalks of lemongrass today. Lemongrass, also known as cymbopogon, is a fibrous, razor-like grass which is best known for adding flavor to Thai dishes.
However, lemongrass has...
While it's best to avoid unhealthy treats as often as possible, indulging a little on special holidays isn't going to do a lot of damage if you regularly follow a healthy diet. That said, overindulging is just never a...
A recent study has found that changing the way you walk can change your mood and boost happiness. While it's long been known that our mood can affect our posture, as people who are sad often slump their shoulders,...
Many people suffer anxiety, and often, it's in silence as they worry that friends and family members won't understand or might even ridicule them. But anxiety is the most common mental illness in the U.S., affecting some 40 million...
In its recently released 13th Report on Carcinogens, the US Department of Health and Human Services has added pentachlorophenol (PCP) to its list of carcinogenic substances. The fact that this substance is now a recognized carcinogen is troubling because...
One of the most evocative scents of the holiday season is the smell of gingerbread baking in the oven, with its sweet, distinctive aroma filling the room. While gingerbread is not a nutritional home run, hidden within this dessert...
