It’s true that the imperative to practice mindfulness might feel like the latest trend in the wellness world, but the reality is that mindfulness is an ancient tradition from the Eastern world. Mindfulness is the practice of being present in the moment and experiencing your ...read more

McDonald's is the first burger chain to announce plans to reduce antibiotic use in its beef products on a global scale. Suppliers for the world's largest fast-food chain will need to comply with the standards by 2021.   The company says it will start in ten test markets as pilot ...read more

Americans are taking to Twitter following the suggestion that six French fries is the appropriate serving size for the popular fast food side. The number was posited by Eric Rimm, a professor in the departments of epidemiology and nutrition at the Harvard T. H. Chan School of ...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