A green thumb brings big benefits Wouldn’t it be sweet if a single activity could improve mental and physical health, boost quality of life, cost next to nothing, and be a downright pleasure to boot? The humble act of gardening, it seems, holds all of these benefits with a downside no greater than a little..
3 delicious and colorful dishes Good nutrition ultimately needs to pass the rainbow test. What’s the rainbow test, you ask? Check out the color on your plate, because, when it comes to fruits and vegetables, the brighter the color, the more nutrient dense it likely is. Put color in your menu—your health will thank you!..
Natural strategies to try today The privilege of growing older comes with some compromises, including having an exterior that may not match what we’d like to see in the mirror. Instead of throwing in the non-abrasive, organic cotton towel, there are simple strategies you can use to support your timeless beauty. 1. Eat for beauty..
Your go-to food for great health Leafy greens offer a powerful combination of vitamins and minerals, as well as phytonutrients that act as antioxidants, inflammation fighters, and overall health boosters. There are countless reasons to eat (and love!) your greens—here are 10. 1. Heart disease protection Research in the journal Atherosclerosis found that vegetables with a high..
Reclaim health for the long haul It’s been more than a year since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. The good news is that even among the most at-risk populations, the vast majority recover from the acute illness. But that bright cloud sports a dark underbelly, which we’re seeing with the rise of the oftentimes..