Mindfulness has proven itself to have lasting impact and power both in the media and with an ever-expanding network of people looking to adopt the practice. In a segment for 60 Minutes, Anderson Cooper recently participated in a 3-day mindfulness … Continue reading →

Have you been hesitant to try going vegan? You’re not alone—lots of people have been known to utter the words “I could never go vegan,” including author Kristy Turner! Now she has brought together all the excuses (and tips on … Continue reading →

So you need a gift for the Debate Master at your holiday table? We suggest: The Illustrated Book of Bad Arguments: Learn the Lost Art of Making Sense by Ali Almossawi Why?: While it may not seem immediately evident, this … Continue reading →

So you need a gift for the NUT in your life? We suggest: DIY Nut Milks, Nut Butters, and More by Melissa King Why?: Nuts are great for you (and we ARE talking about your friends & family), and they … Continue reading →

So you need a gift for a Mommy-to-be? We suggest: My Pregnancy Journal with Sophie la Girafe Why?: The arrival of a new baby can be, well, a bit distracting which makes it all too easy to forget those special … Continue reading →

BONUS POST! BONUS POST? Bonus Post. So you need a stocking stuffer for Everyone You’ve Ever Met? (Or to have on hand for the person who got you something and you did the “Oh, yours is coming tomorrow…” bit.) We … Continue reading →

So you know a Veggie-Lover with a New Year’s Resolution? We suggest: Plant-Powered for Life: Eat Your Way to Lasting Health with 52 Simple Steps and 125 Delicious Recipes by Sharon Palmer Why?: Because who doesn’t need to work more … Continue reading →

So you need a gift for The Calorie Counter?We suggest: The Calories In, Calories Out Cookbook by Catherine Jones, Elaine B. Trujullo, and Malden Nesheim Why?: This book takes all of the work out of counting calories: 200 delicious recipes … Continue reading →

So you need a gift for the Foodie in your life? We suggest: Vedge: 100 Plates Large and Small That Redefine Vegetable Cooking by Rich Landau & Kate Jacoby Why?: Being vegan or vegetarian doesn’t mean sacrificing adventuresome cooking. Rich … Continue reading →

So you need a gift for moms and dads looking to entertain their kids? We suggest: Recipes for Play: Creative Activities for Small Hands and Big Imaginations by Rachel Sumner and Ruth Mitchener Why?: With the cold weather now upon … Continue reading →