Elderberry juice is easy to notice because of its intense blue-purple color. But its deep hue is not the only notable thing about this fruit. It’s full of vitamins and minerals that make it popular in traditional medicine. But you can’t enjoy its tart, rich flavor in the form of supplements and tablets. Instead, you...

The next time you’re cutting into a pineapple, don’t toss the spiky top. Instead, turn it into a houseplant that can eventually grow you another pineapple. You don’t need a tropical climate for this project, just plenty of space and bright light. If you don’t have much experience growing fruit, don’t worry. These plants are...

Written By: Chantel Brink Mary Lou Retton is currently facing a life-threatening situation, and her daughter, McKenna Kelley, has reached out to the public. She is asking for prayers and financial support to help cover the hospital fees for the legendary Olympian. Retton has been in intensive care for the last week. Notably, Retton earned...

Vegetable broth is the core ingredient for many types of soups, stews, even risottos. It’s typically in grocery stores in the form of cans or powder cubes. But if you like soups and other hot dishes as the cold weather rolls in, store-bought broth can become pricey. But you can make your own at home....

It’s a weed of many names, including common nettle, stinging nettle, nettle leaf, and burn nettle. But don’t let some of these names scare you. Nettles have six subspecies, and only five sport hollow stinging hairs on the stems and leaves that are painful to touch directly. Nettles are found all over the world, and...

Yes, you can grow avocados indoors. You may not live in a summery climate, but if you have room for a tall potted plant, you can try growing your avocado tree. Because these plants can sprout up to 80 feet, dwarf species are highly recommended for indoor gardens. There are two ways to attain an...

Grounding, or earthing, is the practice of making physical contact with the Earth, often through walking barefoot on soil. Many studies have confirmed the health benefits of spending time in nature, although few people need scientific research to know that the outdoors makes them feel more vibrant and relaxed. Grounding takes this idea a step...

Summer vacation is synonymous with the great outdoors. Plans usually involve pools, beaches, picnics, barbecues, bonfires, camping, hiking, and many other activities that take advantage of the warm weather. However, summer days come with a major drawback, especially as the evening rolls in: mosquitoes. These pesky insects can ruin what would otherwise be a perfect...

The Chinese body clock outlines when organs work at peak function. This practice, found in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), uses this clock to optimize energy by scheduling the day around specific organs and their role in the body. For example, the clock says that the lungs work best between 3 AM and 5 AM, so...

Apple cider vinegar (ACV) is a vinegar derived from apple juice. It is also an extremely popular home remedy. Despite all of its hype, people often exaggerate its benefits with little to no scientific backing. However, research has proven it contains certain benefits but can also cause unwanted side effects. Fortunately, there are ways to...

You don’t need to attend a class to enjoy some of the benefits of yoga. Incorporating certain yoga poses into your routine can help in many different ways. For instance, certain poses are great for waking you up in the morning, and some can help with sleep if done before bed. And you can do...

Nutrigenomics, or nutritional genomics, is the study of genes and nutrition. More specifically, it focuses on understanding how a person’s DNA responds to the foods they eat. And how to use this knowledge of genes to tailor a diet to help individuals reach their health goals, whether it’s weight loss, athletic performance, or disease prevention....