In spite of the dangers sugary beverages pose to our health, they are consumed much more than in the past. A generation ago a soda was usually an infrequent treat saved for special occasions. Not only has it become our default beverage, but we're frequently offered...
Here are two healthy recipes you may enjoy over the holidays. These recipes were developed by Hallie Klecker. You will find many more great recipes on Hallie's blog and in her books, including gluten-free recipes, dairy-free recipes, and healthy recipes for desserts....
Vitamin D deficiency is extremely common. There are many ill health effects of this deficiency, however, so it is very important to maintain healthy levels. Some benefits of vitamin D include supporting bone health, maintaining cardiovascular function, and fighting...
Shopping Guide to Pesticides in Produce Published by the Environmental Working Group Each year the Environmental Working Group posts a guide to inform consumers of which conventionally-farmed produce is most contaminated with pesticides and which is the least...
What's In Your Lunch Box? Trying to pack a healthy lunch day after day can be a challenge, and it's often even more daunting to pack one to send to school with your children. Working around the finicky diets of some children or your own depleted creativity can be...
Stress does not refer to the events in your life that irritate you. It instead refers to your body’s reaction to those events. Different people can respond much differently to the same stress-inducing events. Chronic stress can lead to a depleted immune system,...