As we get older, it’s important that we do what we can to keep our bones strong and healthy. Not to mention, bone loss is more common in aging women than it is in men because we tend to lose bone mass as estrogen declines during our perimenopausal and menopausal years. However, there are a…

Nothing beats a hearty breakfast filled with yummy foods like eggs and avocados. Along with tasting great, new research claims that starting our day with protein-rich staples like these will also go a long way in helping us keep our muscles strong as we age. A recent study published in Cell Reports looked at the…

On top of social distancing, the CDC has officially recommended that we all wear face masks when out in public to slow the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19). It can be hard to find any in stock right now, but you can try a few simple ways to make them at home instead. Some follow CDC…

Did you pack your cabinets full of as many canned and dry goods you could get your hands when the pandemic first made us all hunker down in our homes? You’re not alone. Cannellini beans, one of the most common type of white beans with a creamy, tender flavor and texture, were a particularly popular choice…

Whether you have arthritis or not, as we get older, our joint can start to ache more easily — especially the knees. Luckily, with a few daily interventions, you can totally relieve nagging knee pain — and boost your health at the same time! Check out our all-natural tips for fighting knee pain below. Get…

Now that we’re pulling out our cooling products and breathable duvets for summer, jersey may seem like an odd fabric choice for sheets. But I’m here to make the case for this much-maligned material. For the last few weeks I’ve been testing Splendid’s jersey sheets ($79.87-$120, Nordstrom), and I’m sleeping better than ever.  While I’ve…

Isn’t it nice when the answer to one of life’s problems involves a yummy snack? For those who struggle with getting a good night’s sleep, reaching for a handful of pistachios before bed just might be the most delicious solution. How do pistachios help you sleep? Along with being a great source of protein, fiber,…

Our parents were definitely onto something when they encouraged us to drink plenty of milk for stronger bones as kids. However, now that we’re older we need to find other ways to sneak more calcium and vitamin D into our diet to avoid losing bone mass or density, which can lead to fractures (yikes!). Well,…

Have you ever spotted a bag of hemp hearts at your grocery store and wondered what the heck they are? Their name actually reveals one of the many nutritional benefits, but there’s a lot more than meets the eye when it comes to all the healthy perks found inside each little pod. Known as hemp…