Mindful Nutrition

From lemon water to turmeric lattes, social media is overflowing with claims that hot beverages hold the secret to staying youthful. Influencers routinely promote “anti-aging” drinks as quick fixes, but what does the science actually say? Can sipping something warm each morning really slow the...

Have you noticed how every conversation about wellness lately seems to circle back to Ozempic, Wegovy, or Mounjaro? Maybe you’ve seen the ads, heard friends talking, or wondered if these medications are the secret behind someone’s effortless weight loss. What most people don’t realize is...

If your vitamin collection is starting to look like a pharmacy shelf, you might be wondering: Can’t I just take one multivitamin and call it a day? It’s a common question, and a good one! Both multivitamins and single-nutrient supplements have their perks, but they’re...

As cold and flu season approaches, many people may need to turn to antibiotics to treat a bacterial infection that can develop as a result of a viral infection. Antibiotics are one of medicine’s greatest achievements, capable of wiping out infections that once posed serious...

“Beauty starts from within” has become more than just a saying. Science now backs it up! Over the last decade, researchers have uncovered a fascinating relationship between gut health and skin health, often called the gut–skin axis. This connection reveals that the state of your...

Most of us remember chlorophyll from middle school science: the vivid green pigment that helps plants soak up sunlight and turn it into energy. But beyond making leaves green, chlorophyll may have benefits for our own health, too. While research is still developing, early studies...

I love the long days of the summer months, from spending time out in my garden to early morning backyard tai chi or yoga. But as the days grow shorter and the sunlight fades earlier, our natural source of vitamin D also dwindles. During long,...

If you’ve noticed “high-protein” stamped on everything from snack bars to pretzels, you’re not imagining it. Protein has become the superstar of the grocery aisle. But does more protein always mean a healthier choice, or is it just better marketing? Unlike fat and carbs, which have...

In recent years, I've noticed subtle changes in how we approach our nutrition or even weight loss. Decades ago, you'd mostly hear the usual "eat less, move more". And while this advice isn't necessarily bad, it doesn't always translate well when you factor in things...

It seems like plant-based eating is everywhere these days. And that's for a good reason! A well-balanced vegetarian or vegan diet has been linked to lower risks of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and certain cancers. But not all plant-based diets are created equal. For women...