Valerian
Before you pop another sleeping pill or spend any more midnight hours staring at your bedroom ceiling, consider this natural aid to help overcome insomnia. America is a sleep deprived society in which sleep is now considered a luxury. Adults sleep 1.6 hours less per night than their grandparents did—that averages out to less than seven hours per night. Just... [Read more]
Fun Run 2010 Results and Photos
We had a beautiful day for our annual 5K Fun Run & Walk. Thanks to the 160 participants and to those who brought 464 pairs of shoes for Soles4Souls. Follow the links below to see photos. You can thank volunteer photographers Michael Gamblin, Alyssa Truman, and Dan Wegh. Warm up, kid’s activities, and family Start and course photos Finish... [Read more]
Shoes to Avoid
If you know you’ll be walking quite a bit during the day, don’t choose these shoes: Flip-flops. They offer little or no support and cause foot problems and leg pain. High heels. Heels can cause a variety of conditions, from corns and calluses to arthritis, knee pain, and back problems. Ugg boots. Uggs and other popular sheepskin wool boots flatten... [Read more]
If the Shoe Fits
Whether you’re running to catch a train, walking miles on a European vacation, or standing in a grocery line, it’s important to have the right shoes. We rarely give it enough thought, but the shoes you choose have a significant impact on your health. There is no perfect shoe that works for everyone; you have to find the one that works best for your... [Read more]
Scrambled Tofu Spanish Omelet
2 teaspoons vegetable oil 1 cup onions, chopped 1 cup green pepper, chopped 1 lb. firm tofu, sliced and drained well between paper towels 1⁄4 teaspoon garlic powder • 1⁄4 teaspoon turmeric • salt, to taste Sauce: 1 can (8 ounces) of tomato sauce • 1⁄4 teaspoon dried basil • 1⁄4 teaspoon dried oregano • 1⁄8 teaspoon garlic powder 1.... [Read more]
No Meat? A 30-Day Vegetarian Challenge
Concerned that too many of her family’s meals revolved around meat, this young mom decided to try 30 days as a vegetarian. After a rocky start, a few disappointing holiday meals, and a jittery day or two, Carol Heffernan describes her monthlong experiment and the positive changes that made it all worthwhile. A few months ago, while making dinner for... [Read more]
When to Buy Organic: The Dirty Dozen and the Clean 15
No one wants to eat toxins, chemicals, and pesticides. But no one wants to throw down extra money at the grocery checkout either. So, of course, the idea of eating organic food is appealing, but the price tag isn’t. If you can’t afford the organic option every time, follow these guidelines to know when to upgrade. When choosing produce, keep... [Read more]
You Can Do It
If you need a stellar reference to preserving food that makes it easy to sleuth out your options, whether canning, freezing, dehydrating or digging a root cellar, grab The Beginner’s Guide to Preserving Food at Home: Easy Techniques for the Freshest Flavors in Jams, Jellies, Pickles, Relishes, Salsas, Sauces, and Frozen and Dried Fruits and Vegetables... [Read more]
7 Tips for Making the Transition to a Vegetarian Diet
My girlfriends and I were having lunch recently, chatting about our husbands and families, when we got into a conversation about vegetarianism. My friends faced a challenge: they knew a vegetarian diet is beneficial for optimal health, is great for the environment, and can add years to your life; but how could they make the transition to a vegetarian... [Read more]
10 Things I’ve Learned as a Vegetarian
A vegetarian diet has so many incredible health benefits that we’ve devoted an entire issue to the topic. From cover to cover you’ll find compelling reasons to rethink your diet, practical tips from the pros, and recipes to get you started. Here are just a few things I’ve learned as a vegetarian: 1. Tofu has gotten an unfair bad rap. So have... [Read more]
