Personal Health

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?

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.

Learn how to make your own safe cleaning products using inexpensive, safe, and easy to find ingredients.

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.

Along with the considerable stresses, losses, and frustrations of life during the coronavirus pandemic, are there also some good things happening? Ocean Robbins invites you to share any possible silver linings, lessons you’ve learned so far, or that you hope humanity might learn from this challenging time.

A massive body of evidence tells us that our diet and lifestyle choices can influence how our bodies respond to illness. In the time of COVID-19, this wisdom for staying healthy is more important than ever.

The mainstream media tells us that there’s not much more we can do than wash our hands often and keep to ourselves. Alternative health sites tout unproven and sometimes dangerous regimens, from drinking water every 15 minutes to consuming chlorine bleach. What’s missing from the discussion is the massive body of evidence that our diet and lifestyle choices can influence how our bodies respond to illness. Here Food Revolution Network CEO Ocean Robbins shares his take on what’s going on with the COVID-19 pandemic, and most importantly, how you can best respond. Plus you’ll find useful information, tips, and resources to support your health and safety. (VIDEO BELOW)

Find out how Dr. Mark Hyman says to protect yourself from COVID-19, starting with the foundation of health: Your immune system.

Heart disease is the world’s #1 killer. And the damage starts earlier than you might think. Hear from cardiologist and plant-based nutrition expert, Dr. Michael Greger, on essential heart disease facts, like how your body can heal itself (if you let it) and why eating more plants can help get you on the path to health.