
Spring Vegetables—What’s in Season?
The return of spring brings with it the return of a host of delicious vegetables to the farmer’s market. This guide provides an overview of

Superfood Spotlight—Quinoa
Quinoa has been a staple of the Andean region for thousands of years, and over the past decade it’s seen an increase in popularity worldwide.

7 Exercises for Strengthening Your Core
Exercises that target your core are essential for improving stability and balance; additionally, they can lower the risk of back pain and injuries and improve

Know Your Nutrients—Thiamine (B1)
Thiamine (also thiamin or vitamin B1) is part of the B complex vitamins. It was the very first compound identified as a vitamin, and thus

How to do Gomukhasana (Cow Face Pose)
Gomukhasana, or cow face pose, is one of the 15 poses described in the Hatha Yoga Pradipika, the classic 15-century Sanskrit manual on hatha yoga.

The Importance of Protein as We Age
Protein is an essential macronutrient—the building block of the human body— and it is in every one of our cells. Protein is needed in the

The Physiology of Pain and Its Different Types
The International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) defines pain as “An unpleasant sensory and emotional experience associated with, or resembling that associated with,

Autoimmune Disorders—What Are They? What Causes Them? How Are They Treated?
Autoimmune disorders are caused by overactivity of the body’s immune system, which results in the body attacking its own tissues. Simply put, the immune system
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Superfood Spotlight—Quinoa
Quinoa has been a staple of the Andean region for thousands of years, and over the past decade it’s seen an increase in popularity worldwide.

Superfood Spotlight: Apple Cider Vinegar
Apple cider vinegar is a form of vinegar made by fermenting the sugar from apples. While it is not a substantial source of macronutrients, apple

Superfood Spotlight: Brussels Sprouts
Despite their tiny size, Brussels sprouts are a powerhouse of nutrition—and deliciousness! These little members of the cabbage family are the perfect addition to any

Superfood Spotlight: Yogurt
Yogurt: we’ve been eating it for centuries, and for good reason. It can be eaten on its own as a snack, added to a breakfast

Know Your Nutrients—Thiamine (B1)
Thiamine (also thiamin or vitamin B1) is part of the B complex vitamins. It was the very first compound identified as a vitamin, and thus

Know Your Nutrient: Iron
Iron is an essential mineral found in of hemoglobin, a protein that is responsible for transferring oxygen from the lungs throughout the body, and myoglobin,

Know Your Nutrient: Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA)
Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) is an omega-3 long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acid that plays an essential role in the growth and development of the human brain in