Walk About: Simple Steps to Well-Being

Walking briskly daily has many proven health benefits. Here are tips for getting started including proper shoes, ways to incorporate a dog, and how to stay motivated and committed. Read More »

Fall Fruits for Savory Dishes: Fresh Approaches to Autumn Flavors

Fall fruits such as apples, figs, pomegranates and pears boast many healthful properties. Flex the unique flavors and health powers of these autumn delights with savory mains and sides. Read More »

Pear and Lentil Salad

The recipe combines a mix of fresh greens with nuts, seeds, lentils and sliced pears to make a delicious fall salad. Read More »

Pear Barley Salad

Barley and fresh pears combine with chick peas and walnuts in this hearty, healthy salad recipe. Read More »

Water Scarcity Woes: A Global Problem That’s Getting Worse

Water scarcity is a legitimate concern. Here are 10 of the most alarming water scarcity facts that the world is currently facing. Read More »

Water Scarcity Solutions

Nine practical solutions for combatting water scarcity. Read More »

Talking to Kids About Climate Change: What They Need to Know from Those They Trust

Children are hearing about the effects of climate change through the media or living through them in their own neighborhoods. Here are ways to calmly talk to kids about the climate crisis. Read More »

Michaeleen Doucleff on Ancient Teachings for Modern Parenting

National Public Radio (NPR) science correspondent Michaeleen Doucleff searched the world to learn how to be a better parent and shares her findings in a new book, Hunt, Gather, Parent. Read More »

Healthy Breast Basics: Lifestyle Choices to Lower Disease Risks

One in eight American women develops breast cancer in the course of her lifetime, but that risk can be reduced by holistic strategies such as dietary changes, cleanses and breast self-exams. Read More »

Cannabis and Canines: How Cannabidiol Benefits Dogs

What current research tells us regarding cannabidiol (CBD) use in dogs to treat conditions such as arthritis, itchiness, cancer, anxiety, aggressive tendencies, seizures and more. Read More »