Let’s not kid ourselves: Chia is to superfoods what Lena Dunham is to primetime TV—as in ALL THE RAGE. And there is a reason for that. A recent article in the Los Angeles Daily News reports that “the nutritional composition of these tiny round seeds is mostly fat in the form of omega-3 fatty acids […]
It’s one thing when a dish tastes so good you yearn for its flavors. But it’s a whole other gastronomical delight when a certain recipe’s texture is the thing you crave most. So in the spirit of all that’s crispy and crunchy, we’re offering up our classic recipe for jicama, cucumber and carrot sticks with […]
Summer is coming, which means two things: hello swimsuits and goodbye carbs. It also means it’s high time to rev up our arsenal of delicious and healthy recipes, those simple little dishes that will work for weekday dinners, cocktail parties or just out by the pool. Take heart, we got you covered. Kick off the […]
In the debate over childhood vaccinations it’s easy to forget how recently parents were terrified at the prospect of their kids being exposed to—or worse, contracting—diseases like diphtheria, measles, polio and small pox. Edward Jenner created the first smallpox vaccine in the 1790s but it wasn’t until the last few decades that we’ve had effective […]
We know, you might be over the whole Kim Kardashian latest news. We’re not talking about the time Kim Kardashian attempted to “break the internet” with her butt. We have a confession: we are mesmerized by this family. As much as we are sick of seeing their half-naked selfies, we also can’t stop staring at […]
We bet you didn’t think you needed any more fruit salad recipe ideas. Fruit is a perfect go-to treat if you are looking to maintain a healthy diet, but you’re also craving something sweet. According to the Harvard School of Public Health “a diet rich in vegetables and fruits can lower blood pressure, reduce risk […]
Mother’s Day is almost here (it’s this coming Sunday, May 10th) and it’s time to gush over the mothers in your life. That might be you (if you are my husband and you are reading this, hint hint, a massage would be nice) or it might be your mom. Let’s not forget that she did […]
Hillary Clinton 2016 became a reality on April 12 with the announcement that she’s making her second bid for the presidency. After two years of buzz, speculation and talk of inevitability it has been one of the most anticipated campaigns in recent history. In her 2008 concession speech, Clinton said, “Although we weren’t able to […]
Are you still trying to come up with fabulous Mother’s Day gift ideas? There’s still time to find the perfect way to show your appreciation before May 10. Although mothers have been honored since the beginning of time, it’s only been a national holiday in the U.S. since 1914. Anna Jarvis proposed Mother’s Day as […]