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 …
