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Natural Wisdom: The Healing Power of Qi Gong
Discover a beautiful Chinese movement practice that draws on ancient observations about nature to bring body, mind and spirit into balance.
It's Recess! It's Boot Camp! It's Punk Rope!
Intense fitness meets pure joy—with a soundtrack worthy of the occasion. Discover Punk Rope, the exercise phenomenon that’s changing people’s lives, one jump at a time.
Healthy, Not a Health Nut
As a teenager, Kashi’s Dave Lamb did anything to get out of track and field. At 60, and 800 races later, he’s never felt better in his life. Here is inspiration for getting fit at any age.
Raising Conscious Cravers
Conscious Cravers co–founder Elizabeth J.E. Johnson offers her winning tips for helping kids connect the foods they want to eat with the person they want to be.
Easy Green Home
Here’s an eco-friendly fact that’s easy on the wallet, too: The makings of a greener home are things you already have around you.
A Happy, Healthy Safer Home
Leading pediatrician Dr. Alan Greene outlines the most important steps you can take to give your child a life that’s healthier for your family and for the environment.
Where Chocolate Changes Lives
What is “fair trade” ” and why is it so important? Learn more behind the scenes at Theo Chocolate, the only organic, fair trade chocolate factory in the U.S.
My Pelvis, My Self
A happy pelvis clears the way for stronger hips and knees, and a pain‐free lower back. Learn how you can keep these anatomically amazing bones in tip‐top shape.
Get the Most From Your Farmers Market
A farmers market bursting with heirloom produce and other unique foods can be beautiful — and overwhelming! Get tips for getting the most from your local bounty.
Why I Farm
What does it take to become a farmer today? Find out from the director of Maverick Farms, a working farm and educational center in the Appalachian Mountains of North Carolina.
Natural Nutrition in Pregnancy
How can the foods you eat have such a profound influence not only on your own well-being but on the development of your growing baby? Learn more about natural nutrition in this vital stage of life.
Rest Easy: Your Guide to Better Sleep
Are you getting enough rest? Find out why sleep is so important to your overall sense of wellbeing and learn what you can do to improve your sleep habits.
Sweeter Deal: Beekeeping Goes Green
America’s bees — key players in our food supply — are struggling. But sustainable beekeepers are making a difference, one hive at a time.
Make Your Neighborhood a Healthy One
Learn more about the Zion Travelers Cooperative Center — and what you can do to help the center’s rebuilding efforts.
Living the Green Life: Five “Eco-Principles”
How to apply eco-friendly concepts to home-building and renovation as well as to everyday habits.
Martial Arts: The Ultimate Mind/Body Workout
Learn the benefits and challenges of practicing a specialized form of the martial arts.
The Delicious Good Deed
For culinary activist Poppy Tooker, saving America’s delicious, disappearing native foods means eating more of them.
Preventing Knee Injuries in Women
Women’s fitness expert and leading orthopedic surgeon Gloria Beim, M.D., shares three simple exercises you can start doing now to strengthen your knees and prevent common injuries.
Five Keys to Banishing Burnout
Feeling burned out? Why not try one of these five surefire tips for keeping your stress level healthy—and taking care of yourself first—so you can do the things that matter most to you?
The Ocean Is in All of Us
Find out what the Algalita Marine Research Foundation is disovering about giant kelp beds — and how you can help.
What's Cooking: Brown Rice Stuffed Acorn Squash & Mushroom Barley Soup
Try Chef Keith Snow's vegetarian take on hearty barley soup, and an elegant brown rice stuffed acorn squash.
When the Mirror Shows "What’s Right"
Make peace with your body and find satisfaction in living your life to the fullest.
What's Cooking: Coconut-Scented Steel-Cut Oats & Mediterranean Wheat Berry and Salmon Salad
Renowned chef Keith Snow shows you how to enjoy two healthy whole grain — steel-cut oats and wheat berries — prepared in delightfully easy ways.
Mother Nature’s Superfood: Whole Grains
Find out why seven whole grains are better than one — and what you can do to make the best choices for optimal health.
Eating Healthy Anywhere
Being on the road or in an unfamiliar town or city is no excuse for compromising when it comes to healthful, wholesome food. Here are the travel tips to prove it.
Eating Smart In the Air
Finding natural foods in the airport food court or among onboard meal options can be a challenge. But healthy options do exist. All it takes is a little bit of planning and resolve.
5 Ways to Stay Well This Winter
Sick of feeling sick when cold and flu season rolls around? Natural tips to support your health and immune system.
Sustainable Living Made Simple
Looking for fresh ideas to go green at home? Start with these simple tips.
Organic Gardening and Kids: A Natural Match
Whether it happens with a sprawling backyard vegetable bed or a simple windowsill container, gardening with your children can plant a lifelong love of nature in them.
Skin Care From the Inside Out
Your body is made up of the food you eat, and your skin is like the fingerprint of what is going on inside. Good nutrition promotes a healthy, beaming complexion.
Q&A with Chef Ann Cooper
Learn how to get your kids to eat better no matter what the meal.
Planning a Volunteer Vacation
As healthy alternatives to traditional tourism, volunteer vacations can be life-changing adventures that allow you to make a difference in communities around the world — and have fun at the same tim
Lessons From the Pure Food Kids Workshop
Commercial food producers can be very good at making their food “fun” so kids will want to eat it. The challenge for kids and parents is to look beyond marketing and learn about what's in the pack
Fresh Ideas for Sandwiches
Get fresh perspectives on that brown bag staple—the sandwich.
Get Summer Savvy: Natural Sunscreens That Work
Learn more about natural sunscreens.
How To... Create a Sun Lantern
Make a decorative sun lantern using recycled materials.
Eco-Friendly Grilling
Learn more about reducing your carbon footprint when using the grill.
Falling in Love with Vegetables
Carefully grown and lovingly prepared, vegetables can be the most satisfying food imaginable.
The Pleasure Principle: Sticking with a Healthy Lifestyle
Finding the right exercise and foods for your body makes you feel great, which is the best motivation of all.
Winter Weather Can’t Stop Fun
Transform any winter day into an opportunity to get moving!
How To... Make All Natural Scented Salt Scrub
What better way to spread joy in natural living than to charm loved ones with a homemade gift?
Let Memories Help You Discover Your Best Life
Your most treasured memories hold the key to fulfillment and living with purpose and joy.
Pitching In Around the Neighborhood
In an increasingly busy world, people are experimenting with new ways to redefine the word “community.”
Take Time to Slow Down
Slow living is all about being more present in the moment.
Organic Farm Adventure
At a local farm, we learned all about sustainable farming, and we made some new friends too.
Tasty Flavor Pairing Ideas for TLC Party Crackers
Our tasty entertainer-style TLC Party Crackers are a perfect match for every special occasion.
Rock Climbing for Fitness and Family Fun
More than just something fun to go do, rock climbing is terrific exercise.
Organize Your Office for Relaxation
Liven up your personal space in your work environment using these easy suggestions.
Tai Chi: Balance in Motion
Tai chi’s slow graceful movements are said to increase self-confidence and sharpen mental focus.
Experiment with Nut Milk
Would you like to taste something new? Nut milk may be just what you're looking for.
10 Simple Ways to Increase Fiber in Your Diet
Small changes to your daily diet can result in big gains in your fiber consumption.
Try Something Completely Different
Feel like you're in a rut? Here are a few ideas for getting out of it.
Hunger vs. Appetite
Sometimes it's hard to tell the difference between true hunger and appetite.
Aerobic Exercise: Stay Fit by Having Fun
Many aerobic activities not only improve overall health, but they can also be really fun.
5 Easy Ways to Get More Whole Grains
Whole grains make everyday dishes more inspiring and can work wholesome magic on your body.
A Newcomer's Guide to Yoga
Longtime practictioners believe yoga keeps the body supple and quiets a busy mind.
Breakfast Ideas to Jump-Start Your Day
Make this important meal a daily habit with these helpful tips.
Workweek Fitness Ideas
Even on an nine-to-five work schedule, there are plenty of ways to add exercise to your day.
Sleep Your Way to Better Health
Find out what’s keeping you awake, and follow these tips to get the zzz’s you need.
Get Started with Strength Training
Strength training is a vital component of good health.
Adventures in Local Eating
The best part about local eating is the adventure it creates around food and its enjoyment.
Great Snack Ideas for Kids
Do your kids love to snack? Great! Shape up your child’s snacking habits with these helpful tips.
Antioxidants: The Natural Defenders
Improve your immune system and help prevent disease to live a longer, healthier life.
Stocking a Natural Kitchen
Take a step toward bringing health and wellness into the very center of your home.
Natural Home Cleaning
Choosing environmentally friendly alternatives keeps your home healthy and also helps the earth.
Composting: Good for Plants and the Planet
Composting is a relatively simple and inexpensive way to create beneficial mulch.
An Olive Oil Primer
Here’s your chance to learn all about this wonderful, healthful oil.
Activities for Fun Summer Weekends
Summer weekends are a perfect time to take your workout outdoors.
Tips for Greener Living
Going green is simpler than you might think. Just remember: Reduce, reuse, recycle.
Sustainability
We're working hard to reduce our environmental footprint. We recognize that it's a journey. Check in regularly for updates on our progress.
Vegetarian Diet vs. Drugs
If you have high cholesterol but don’t want to — or can’t take — drugs to lower it, you may have a promising option.
Fat Facts
Over the years fat has had a bad rap — but things are beginning to change.
Carbs 101
It only takes a quick review of the basics to learn that all carbs are not created equal.
Protein Power
Science is proving that there may be some benefit in eating a higher-protein diet.
How to Identify Hunger Cues
Ask yourself these questions to decide whether you’re hungry.
Fiber 101
Fiber is truly one of our best friends in health, so let us introduce you.
Protein Basics
Proteins are involved in just about everything that happens to your body.
Go Ahead, Try Organic!
Organic food labels are popping up on shelves everywhere. Learn what they mean.
Whole Grain Basics
Whole grains taste great and are packed with nutrients.
Trans Fat 101
What are trans fats? And how can you avoid them?