Life is sweet, isn't it? Figuratively this can be true, but it's also true when it comes to sugar consumption among Americans. According to the American Heart Association, women and children should be consuming just 6 teaspoons or fewer of added... (Read More)

We get it. Life is busy and one thing that can feel easy to cut out during a time crunch is sleep. However, you may want to think again before robbing yourself of that much-needed beauty rest. When you think about it, sleep is the body's... (Read More)

Your body is an incredible working machine and it is largely fueled by the food we eat. While this is not a revolutionary concept for most, we can sometimes forget that the type of food we put into our bodies matters a great deal and it can affect... (Read More)

Kale has been around a long time. In fact, this superfood shows evidence of being cultivated as early as 2000 BC in the eastern Mediterranean and Asia Minor. But it's just been recently that this leafy green has become the star of health food... (Read More)

“Yoga is the practice of quieting the mind." With long to-do lists, our lives are anything but quiet. These words, penned by the great sage Patanjali more than 1,700 years ago, offer hope that we can discover peace amid the chaos. While... (Read More)

We all know of the redeeming qualities of fruits and vegetables as part of a healthy diet, but why can it feel so hard to sneak them in? Still, the health benefits are undisputed. Incorporating whole-food plant-based options is a great way to get... (Read More)

Most of us are familiar with the food pyramid designed by the USDA. The purpose was to help Americans visualize the portions for each food group that is considered best for optimal health and nutrition. The first version was released in 1992 and... (Read More)

Are you a fan of sourdough bread? Some people love the tangy flavor, while others find it a bit strong for their taste. While the taste of sourdough bread is up to individual preference, the health benefits are well established. You also can't deny... (Read More)

Life can come at us quickly with many stressors daily. Do you feel that it can sometimes feel hard to keep up? This happens to each of us occasionally, but if it seems to be happening frequently it may be important to stop and reassess the... (Read More)