Ocean Robbins

You probably have a bottle or two of vinegar somewhere in your home, either for cooking or cleaning. And some people are using it for its purported health benefits. But what exactly is vinegar? What benefits does it really offer? And should you be drinking it regularly for good health? Here’s what you need to know about vinegar.

Recent events have been heartbreaking, and they have exposed more widely, how pervasive and painful racism is in our world. Our hearts go out to everyone who’s hurting, to everyone who’s frightened, and particularly to the communities of color that are bearing the terrible brunt of systemic racism, as they have been for centuries.

When you hear the word “diet,” you might think of eating smaller portions, eating less often, or using willpower to avoid certain foods. But did you know that there are some foods that can actually help you lose excess weight — or maintain a healthy weight? In this article, you’ll discover the top 11 foods that can help you drop extra pounds and keep them off — deliciously.

What do salads, sandwiches, and salaries have in common? They all take their names from one of the most historically and nutritionally important foods in the human diet: salt. Salt has played an outsized role in military campaigns, sometimes driving them and sometimes acting as a weapon. In this article, we’ll focus on a modern dilemma in the realm of nutrition: should we avoid salt and sodium, is it completely bad for us, or is there a healthy place for salt in our diets?

Many Eastern healing traditions rely on certain plants to help the body deal with stress and regain balance. The West is just now catching up on the use of these plants, known as adaptogens. And they’re becoming increasingly popular. But do they work? Are they safe to use? What does the research say about them, and would you benefit from taking them?

Pizza is one of the most popular foods on the planet. It's known for being gooey, savory, tasty, and a great party and finger food. Only problem is, most pizzas also deliver a heavy dose of salt, empty calories, and saturated fat. Can the pizza be saved so that health-conscious, plant-based eaters still get to enjoy it? Let’s give it a try!

In the context of the COVID-19 pandemic, many people have taken to shopping less often. And some favorite food items might be out of stock or in short supply. But there are many nutritious, delicious, and easy plant-based options available using simple pantry basics and minimal ingredients.

One of the top strategies for boosting mental health is also one of the most often ignored: food. Food doesn’t just shape your physical body. It also shapes your emotions, mental clarity, and how you feel about and respond to life.

Thinking about growing your own food? Figure out what to plant and when, by using a planting calendar.

With our current food supply chain in disarray, and many people struggling to make ends meet, it’s time to bring back home gardening to take up the slack. In this article, you’ll find out the patriotic history of food gardens, and discover how to start growing food no matter where you live or how much land you have.

Vitamin C may be most commonly associated with oranges, but there is much more to the vitamin C story. Here’s what you need to know about vitamin C and what it does for your immune system.

Ginger is a popular spice found in many cuisines and home remedies. But aside from flavoring a variety of dishes and drinks, what do we know about this spicy root? Discover the health benefits of ginger and its potential side effects, in addition to ginger uses and recipes.