Usually when December rolls around, we start thinking ahead to the goals we’d like to set and the habits we will break in the New Year: also known as making resolutions.
Setting your sights on healthy new habits isn’t a bad choice, but you can gain positive traction from the past year you’ve just been through by looking back and being grateful.
Take a look at asparagus and you’ll see why they call the stalks “spears.” Shaped like mini javelins, it’s a fun coincidence how a bunch of asparagus can fight off health risks.
Flavor: nutty and yummy. Texture: from crunchy to creamy, depending on how you cook it. Spring is the perfect time to try new things with this in-season superfood, asparagus!
When you finally get a break in the weather after a long winter, it’s natural to want to get outside, move that body, and reap the health benefits of fresh air and sunshine.
Planting a veggie garden is a hobby that connects you with nature and makes the most of your spare time—results are edible! Short on space? Containers are the answer.
You might notice a trend at this time of year across produce aisles, cooking magazines and restaurant menus: things are greening up with plenty of little leafy plants all around.
That’s because the seasonal growth of lettuces, greens and other early plants, has begun. The greens of spring are the “baby” versions of nature’s healthiest veggies.
Most people have experienced soreness after exercise, and have even returned to their workout the next day still feeling the residual aches of yesterday’s session.
Even worse is sudden pain during exercise—something has gone wrong when you feel a tweak or a pull. These dos and don’ts will help you avoid common causes of pain at the gym.
Eating “in moderation” is a catchphrase we’ve all heard for ages, but what does that mean, really? How can you be sure what is a moderate amount of a particular food?
The secret is to understand your dietary goals, the quality of the food you are serving yourself, and portion size. Sometimes it’s safe to have seconds, too! Here’s a guide.
