Yoga is increasingly practiced like a workout you can win. The deeper the stretch, the stronger the flow, the more legitimate the practice seems to feel. Classes are bookmarked by peak poses, timed holds, and physical milestones that resemble athletic…
For many, that first cup of coffee in the morning is something of a sacred ritual. Just you, your coffee, and a perfect quiet moment in which to enjoy it. While many have tried to replace coffee with green tea, it’s…
The day has finally come: you’re right in the middle of a grueling tournament week and notice your hair is looking a tad bit greasy. Just one day away from wash day, you don’t want to overload your scalp with…
Conversations around diet can be clouded by extremes, but there is scientific consensus that some foods contribute more directly to inflammation than others. “Chronic, low-grade inflammation underlies many long-term health conditions, from cardiovascular disease to autoimmune disorders,” says Dr. Elaine…
Inflammation is the body’s natural response to germs, toxins, injury or infection. A natural response which helps the body heal, when we live in a state of chronic inflammation, things start to go awry. Inflammatory cells and cytokines (pro-inflammatory signal…
Seasonal eating is more than a culinary preference—it is a practice that nourishes both body and planet. At a time when ultra-processed foods dominate much of the Western diet, the benefits of choosing what grows naturally at different points in…
Back in 2003, Peter Dukes, a then product manager at Starbucks, led a small group in brainstorming a new drink to add to the chain’s fall espresso menu. They filled the research and development space (a.k.a. the “Liquid Lab”) with…
Aloe vera juice has likely appeared in your kitchen refrigerator at least once. If not, its large bottles are easy to spot in most stores—instantly recognizable for their translucent liquid and the curiosity they spark. While the skin-soothing benefits of…
What is the best time to drink coffee, and how much is acceptable? Studies suggest your daily cup of joie can support your heart and brain health and when consumed mindfully – without sugar – coffee can offer many health…
Literary offerings seem endless when it comes to nurturing your imagination and relaxing. And the health benefits of reading don’t stop there: researchers have long proven the goodness of books for both the body and the mind. Below are the…
Are you trying to add some extra nutrients to your day? Try one of these detox juice recipes from Liz Levine, a dietician and health-conscious chef. “While juices aren’t meant to replace meals, they can still be used as a…
The first to be cut out in low-calorie and slimming diets, bread is the most demonized of carbohydrates. Yet this comforting, fragrant, crunchy and delicious food is the backbone of thousand-year-old culinary traditions not only of the West, but also…
