Following a vegan diet doesn’t just reduce one’s impact on the environment, but it’s associated with a range of health benefits, making it no surprise that a plant-based food movement is on the rise. “With more than 100,000 internet searches per month for ‘vegan recipes’ and ‘vegetarian recipes,’ it’s clear there is high demand for...

Beginners guide to herbs Basil Nutritional value: Vitamins A, K, calcium, iron, manganese. Used to cook with: Tomatoes, Mediterranean dishes. Dill Nutritional value: Vitamins A, C, D, manganese, folate, iron. Used to cook with: Soups, salads, roasted vegetables, dressings. Oregano Nutritional value: Vitamins A, B, C, E, K iron, folate. Used to cook with: Italian,...

One of the biggest ways to gain equity in your home is a kitchen remodel. Gutting the entire kitchen and getting brand new cabinets and countertops, though, is expensive. For more homeowners, that’s a remodel you save up for years for. You might not want to deal with the challenge of living through an entire...

Summer is the ideal time to expand our daily meal variety, allowing us to incorporate seasonal foods and beverages. Fresh, local produce is readily available, providing regular opportunities to support family owned vendors. While meal-planning for summer dining and outdoor gatherings, I encourage your shopping routine to include local options, such as farmers markets, where...

Planning your next getaway but don’t want the post travel sluggishness and inflammation? Traveling comes with a lot of wonderful things — adventure, relaxation, leisure time and bonding with family and friends. But often, we come back from our time away struggling to feel good and get back into the swing of things. Try these...