It’s that time of year again! Thanksgiving is just a few days away, and so is the shopping extravaganza known as “Black Friday.” Rather than wake up before dawn and fight crowds of people, online retailers, like Amazon, have made it easier than ever to get great deals right from ...read more

Don’t drink? You’re in good company. Nearly one-third of adult Americans don’t drink alcohol, including some Hollywood VIPs. Some celebrities become sober after overcoming addiction, while others decide that booze isn’t their thing and isn’t adding anything good to their ...read more

Whole Foods Market recently released its most anticipated food trends for 2019. Projected trends include an increased focus on plant-based alternatives as well as Pacific Rim flavors, and eco-conscious packaging.Plant-based alternatives feature heavily across the board: not just ...read more

If you were one of the many volunteering for candidates this past election, you might be feeling somewhat of a letdown. Don’t worry, it’s normal. As a longtime campaign volunteer and community activist, I can tell you that there’s often a period of “what now” after an election or ...read more

For those not in the habit of cooking every day, coming up with a unique, delicious, healthy meal the whole family will love can seem like a major hurdle that makes takeout look like a blessing. But dinnertime doesn't need to be overwhelming – the secret comes from capitalizing ...read more

If you’ve ever been to Fiji you’re sure to have tried kava. It’s the national drink and it’s sold and consumed everywhere. It’s used in Fijian ceremonies and drank daily by locals. On the island, it’s known as yaqona, or by its colonial nickname “grog," but no matter what you ...read more

It's no secret that nonstick pans are far from the best choice in the kitchen. Most nonstick cookware is coated in perfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), which not only emit toxic fumes when overheated but also can flake off into your food (double yuck). Recent studies have shown ...read more

Apple cider vinegar should be a staple in both your pantry and medicine cabinet. It has so many benefits for whatever ails you and also serves as a fabulous acid addition to all your favorite recipes. But not all brands are created equal. In fact, the quality can vary like that ...read more