Drink to Your Health!

What you drink throughout the day is just as important as what you eat and will affect your health either…

To Live Longer, Count to Five…Fruits and Veggies Every Day

A new study from the American Heart Association has determined that eating two servings of fruits and three servings of…

Why Whole Grains?

You've probably heard many times that whole grains are much better for you than refined ones, but it's important to…

Taking Soul Food Back to its Plant-Based Origin

February is Black History Month, celebrating the struggles and accomplishments of the African Diaspora.  It's also a time to highlight…

Chocolate and You…A Healthy Relationship

This Valentine's Day, reassess your feelings about chocolate, getting rid of guilt or fear and replacing it with understanding and…

Feed Your Gut, Guard Your Health

Like a loyal guard dog, if you treat your gut well, it will protect you from harmful invaders.  There are…

Feed on Fiber!

One of the main reasons a plant-based diet is so good for you is that plants are the only source…

Beans, the Best Nutritional Bang for Your Buck

A nearly perfect food to add to your daily diet is beans, also known as legumes.  Besides being very budget-friendly,…

The Antioxidants/Anti-inflammation Connection

As you work to form habits that will help you eat mindfully without even having to thing about it, remember…

Eating Mindfully Without Having to Think About It

As we begin a new year, it's a good time to take a look at what we're eating, how we're…