Run for a reason Try plogging for yourself Joggers get to see the world around them in a way that others may miss, taking in treasures on the ground, such as tiny flowers in fresh bloom. What lies beneath their pounding feet isn’t all pretty, though: runners routinely come across candy wrappers, disposable coffee cups …
Reduce stress at work Quick tips to implement now Take a quick check: are your shoulders creeping up around your ears? Are your teeth grinding? And is that nagging headache nagging you again? More than a quarter of employees report being highly stressed at work. Check out these useful tips to manage work-related stress. An …
Winter grains and greens Cook up comforting, healthy dinners Grains and greens are two cozy ingredients that need just a little culinary attention to make them completely satiating. They’re the perfect pair. Grains are available all year round, and certain greens are spectacular in winter—vibrant, crisp and colorful. Roasted Butternut Squash with Barley, Kale and …
What do your gut and brain have in common? The surprising connection “All disease begins in the gut,” said Hippocrates, the so-called father of modern medicine. It turns out he wasn’t all that hyperbolic. Emerging scientific research shows just how intertwined our gut health is with our brain health—all thanks to trillions of little bacteria. …
Fungi for our health How fungus micro-organisms benefit us Microscopic fungi are constantly finding their way inside us as we eat and breathe. But not to worry: the fungal community that ends up in our gut just might have a special role in maintaining our health. What’s going on inside? Fungi are a group of …
Learn how to lighten your outlook Have you ever looked on in awe, or with envy, at the positivity of others? Optimism isn’t just genetics or good fortune; it’s an empowering skill—one that comes with many benefits to our well-being. Here’s why—and how—to cultivate optimism. Explanatory styles Our explanatory style is the way in which …
Do you have these staples in your pantry? The word “superfood” tends to be associated with exotic-sounding berries and seeds—but what about the nutrient-dense, disease-fighting foods that we already know and love? Here are five overlooked superfoods that deserve some space on our plates, too. In fact, you likely have at least a couple of …
Better-for-you sweets The word “superfood” is thrown around quite a bit these days, but the images these foods bring to mind are not always the most exciting. By bringing together everyday ingredients with a touch of the exotic and a drizzle or two of dark chocolate, superfoods never looked (or tasted!) so good. Raw Chocolate …
Help for holiday overindulgence Despite our best intentions during the holidays, our careful eating patterns might fly out the window while we’re living it up with friends and family. Before we know it, we’re leaving the gathering and our digestive system is complaining. Here’s how to avoid overdoing it and prevent upsetting the careful balance …
Alleviate your holiday stress in 10 minutes or less ’Tis the season for jammed parking lots, sold-out merchandise and malls so busy they make you claustrophobic. Bah humbug, right? Thankfully, exercise has been shown to have a buffering effect on our brain’s ability to cope with a stressful stimulus. Try two rounds of these three …
