Nutrition & Wellness
From learning about the health benefits of turmeric to staying up-to-date with the latest superfood trends, discover the best diet tips to improve your health.
This kind of exercise is most effective for alleviating anxiety
A study led by scientists at the University of Gothenburg has revealed further information about the connection between physical activity and mental health, in particular, relief from anxiety. The link between exercise and reduced risk of depression has already been established thanks to past Read More...
This ATM helps Kenyans switch from charcoal to eco-friendly fuel
In Kenya, most people use wood or charcoal to cook in small homes without proper ventilation, and exposure to charcoal smoke causes a myriad of health problems for users and their families. On top of the grave health issues, charcoal use is also to blame for deforestation, another contributor to Read More...
The 4 important health benefits of Vitamin A
Chances are you already know that vitamin A is good for your eye health, but are you aware of all the other ways it can benefit your health? Below, find more reasons to make sure you’re getting enough vitamin A. What is vitamin A? According to the manager of the Micronutrient Information Center Read More...
5 Ways to rest for renewed energy levels
What does it mean to rest well? Resting doesn’t just mean closing your eyes and hoping for the best—there are varied approaches to rest that can suit the spectrum of needs we go through daily. Read through these five different ways to rest to see which kind(s) your body is craving the most at Read More...
Spain fights child obesity by outlawing unhealthy food ads directed at kids
In an effort to combat child obesity, Spain banned the advertising of unhealthy junk foods and beverages last month. “Our children are very vulnerable to advertising, and it is our obligation to protect them,” consumer affairs Minister Alberto Garzon published on Twitter. According to the Read More...
The Botanical Bus bridges a medical gap for California farmworkers
According to the 2020 COVID-19 Farmworker Study, 59 percent of all farmworkers in California have no health insurance and cite cost and distrust in the authorities, government, and the medical system as a deterrent. This issue has only become more urgent and been exacerbated by the pandemic, but Read More...
Don't toss that out! Why we should all be eating beet stems
Beets are a versatile and vibrant veggie that offer an abundance of health benefits… but did you know that beet greens (i.e., the stem of the leafy stem of the vegetable) are also full of nutrients? Two registered dietitians and a private chef share how to prepare and eat beet greens and give Read More...
7 Reasons cooking at home gives your mental health a boost
Cooking isn’t just a means to an end when you’re feeling hungry—it can actually be considered a kind of therapy. Professionals refer to the act of cooking at home to boost your mental health as 'therapeutic cooking,' 'culinary therapy,' or 'culinary mindfulness.' According to Culinary Art Read More...
Expert-approved ways to combat seasonal depression
Autumn is a beautiful time of year—the leaves change color, and there’s a crisp feeling in the air, however, the sun slips away earlier, and the nights feel long and dark. It’s not uncommon for people to start feeling a bit of the “winter blues,” clinically known as seasonal affective Read More...
Why we have daylight saving time and how you can help your body adjust to it
Daylight savings time 2021 If you live in the US, tomorrow marks the official end of daylight saving time, also known as “fall back.” Despite widespread pushback against the concept of daylight savings, it is still practiced in 48 states (Hawaii and Arizona opt out). Today, we’re sharing the Read More...