Lotus Stem Salad

While lotus stems may be abundant in Southeast Asia, they are quite uncommon in the U.S. When in season, asparagus makes a tasty substitute. String beans may be more available … Continue Reading →

3 Natural Ways to Protect Against Stretch Marks

Stretch marks: most people have the nobody likes them. Known to dermatologists as striae, stretch marks are scars that develop when your skin has to accommodate rapid growth. Often first … Continue Reading →

24 Healthy Living Bloggers to Follow

Need a little inspiration to get back to healthy this summer? Look no further than the Internet!  Whether you’re seeking healthy recipes, new workout ideas, or simply some wellness words … Continue Reading →

Video: What is Gluten?

The gluten-free diet has become all the rage in recent years, but many people don’t know what gluten actually is. What foods contain gluten? How does gluten affect your body? … Continue Reading →

You’ll Never Shop for Produce the Same Way: Decoding PLU Numbers

You eat a fresh apple, and you peel off the sticker before washing it. But have you ever stopped to think about the purpose of that sticker? Maybe you should … Continue Reading →

Big Rocks: How to Manage Your Time More Effectively

When I was a student at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition, one of the best skills that I learned was time management. This probably isn’t what you were expecting! Finding … Continue Reading →

7 Things You Didn’t Know About…Organic Farming

It always amuses me that produce doused in toxic chemicals is called conventional. The word conventional means in accordance with what is generally done or believed. Organic foods, the ones … Continue Reading →

4 Reasons to Try Underwater Spinning

If you thought spinning was trendy, get ready for the next big thing: underwater spinning. It’s just what it sounds like, which means it involves even more water than most … Continue Reading →

Citrus Sensation: Summer Pomelo Salad Recipe

The lively blend of seasonings in this salad encompasses the definitively sweet, salty, sour, and spicy flavors so typical of Cambodian cuisine. Harvested in the USA from November through June, … Continue Reading →

5 Essential Oils to Improve Your Memory and Focus

By now, you’ve probably heard a thing or two about essential oils. First used by the Egyptians and Babylonians, today essential oils can be found in everything from lotion to … Continue Reading →