11 min read Probiotics, prebiotics, antibiotics… there are a lot of “biotics” to keep track of. From fermented foods to supplements and medications, it comes down to one thing: bacteria. More specifically, the…
13 min read I’m pretty vigilant about what I put in and on my body, from local produce to certified organic products. My reason is simple: I don’t want pesticides or other toxins…
10 min read We all know we’re supposed to replace our toothbrushes regularly. We understand that old razor blades are bad news. We even know that water filters need to be changed on…
4 min read Ahhh, there is nothing like a hot shower to wake you up and get you going in the morning or to relax and unwind after a long day. Take a…
6 min read I’m writing this article right now on a laptop… but I wish we’d stop calling them ‘laptops’. That’s because you should never sit with one directly on your lap. Not…
5 min read When I started to replace processed foods in my diet with real foods, I noticed something interesting: my taste buds became eerily sensitive. For the most part, it was wonderful.…
5 min read Remember when fat used to get a bad rap? It really wasn’t that long ago. We seemed convinced that eliminating all fats from our diets was the key to healthy…
6 min read In our quest for a healthier diet, we’re often encouraged to give up carbs. But what exactly does that include? While fruits and veggies could technically be considered carbs, thanks…
5 min read If you’ve read any of my other articles, you probably know how over-the-top obsessed I am with toxins. I’ll even slam synthetic ingredients that the Environmental Working Group (EWG) says…
4 min read You know how you meant to eat just one of those candies or just a few of those chips, but you ended up eating the whole bag? Yeah, food companies…