Health + Wellness

HOT TIP: Fiber-ama!

  Fiber is fabulous for you for more than the obvious reasons. Find out more...   HOT TOP: Scientists at Leeds University found that increasing your fiber intake by seven grams a day can lower your risk of heart disease…

Butternut Squash Mac & Cheese

  A few weeks ago we showed you how to roast butternut squash. Here's why...   This experiment gone right is a result of too many butternut squashes in my organic delivery box.  But what a revelation it was! A…

Heart Healthy

  We are fans of Dr. Andrew Weil's approach to healthy living. Here are his suggestions for eating right for optimal heart health. Let's take good care of those giving hearts of yours.  :-D     For people battling high…

Easiest Home Detox Ever

   We love these tips from Health.com on the easiest ways to detox your home.   Green your home We carefully watch what goes into our mouths and on our bodies—organic this, petroleum-free that. But when it comes to keeping…

Roasting Butternut Squash

  Here are step by step instructions on how to roast butternut squash.  We use this in many dishes.  It is easy to roast, extremely good for you and delicious!  Give it a try!     Cut squash into halves…

HOT TIP: Mix it Up, Y’all!

  Variety is the spice of life, right? It is when it comes to exercise, according to a new study. Find out more...   According to a new study from Skidmore College's exercise and nutrition scientist Paul Arciero, Ph.D., those…

Golden Toasted Panzanella

Our Food Editor Christine is making some magic with this hearty Italian salad. Sign us up!      I spent some time housesitting this summer in the Berkshire Mountains of western Massachusetts. Not only is it gorgeously picturesque with lovely…

Yoga-Holiday

   September is National Yoga Month. Consider it an opportunity to give yourself a holiday from, dare we say, yourself! Forget all of your worries for an hour and concentrate solely on your health and well-being. We think you deserve…

Eight Ways to Shape Up for Surgery

We loved this list from AARP on how to prep yourself for surgery. You have to be in the best shape possible, because even minor surgery is tough on your body. Take a look!     Indeed, while your surgeon's…

HOT TIP: Slim Down with Sleep

  SLEEP YOUR WAY TO A SLIMMER YOU!      A new study from Brigham Young University  found that women whose sleep habits followed a regular schedule had lower body fat than those with erratic sleep schedules. You may overeat…
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