Food for Thought

This July issue delivers up many healthy summer articles to support physical, emotional and spiritual health and wellbeing, including that of your canine pals! Read More »

Six Health Effects Of Poor Nutrition In Our Pets

A healthy diet can be all the difference between your pet living a long life versus one full of illness and unpleasant bowel movements. To help pet parents understand better, here are the six most common health complications due to poor diet. Read More »

STAY LOCAL AND GET OUT IN NATURE

Whether you prefer a leisurely stroll along the waterfront, a brisk walk with your canine companion through a forest or a work-up-a-sweat scramble on a challenging cliffside trail, you can find your ideal walk or trail right here in Hudson County and the surrounding area. Here are a few to consider. Read More »

Dig Deeper ~ Get Hands-on at Closter Farm

Label a food source as organic and suddenly it rises in both price and demand. But how many people know the true definition of organic, rather than blindly trusting a label at a supermarket? Read More »

Keeping Tooth Enamel Intact—the Fluoride-Free Way

Enamel is also irreplaceable. If any of it is damaged—for example, by decay, excessive wear from habitual clenching and grinding, or the effect of acids from a heavy soda habit—one cannot grow new enamel. Read More »

A More Natural Approach to Dentistry

At the Holistic Dental Center of NJ, they believe that holistic dentistry is the practice of dentistry with the philosophy of doing no harm through the use of nontoxic materials, and eliminating disease and infections by finding the root cause and not only treating symptoms. Read More »

The Margo Offers Up Slow Fashion

The Margo Market offers a curated collection of sustainable and ethically made home goods, women’s clothing and accessories designed by indie artists, designers and small brands. Read More »

Healthy Gourmet Mushrooms Grown Locally

LifeCap Farms, a sustainable urban farm based in Jersey City, is passionate about providing local gourmet mushrooms and mushroom-based products to the community. Read More »

Plant Base The Vegan Community Fridge

Plant Base, a nonprofit, vegan, zero waste community café, is partnering with Chilis on Wheels and Vegan Activist Alliance to bring the first vegan Community Fridge in the state of New Jersey to Bergen/Lafayette in Jersey City. Read More »

Prime Cycle + Body Offers Premiere Indoor Cycling

Indoor cycling is a total-body workout and works all the major muscle groups. It is also a wonderful way to improve cardiovascular health. Read More »

Resilience Adventures Present Paddle Sports

There is nothing more peaceful than getting out of the city and paddling to calm one’s mind at the end of a busy workday or to reset priorities on a weekend morning. Read More »

Attitudes Changing Toward Animal Rights

A new survey shows that children differ dramatically from adults in their moral views on animals, suggesting that speciesism is learned as we become socialized. Read More »

Canine Calm: Anti-Anxiety Tips for Dogs

Research shows that a number of strategies can help soothe anxious dogs both from immediate terror and ongoing anxiety associated with fireworks and other triggering situations. Read More »

City Lights are Tough on Birds

North America hosts about 3 billion fewer birds today than in 1970. The causes include light pollution, climate change, vanishing habitat and pesticides. Read More »

Consider Herbs from Traditional Asian Medicine for Diabetes

Researchers examined medical databases and ethnic medical books to discover which diabetes medicines were effective in ancient indigenous medical systems. Read More »

Cool Treats for Hot Days: DIY Recipes Even Kids Can Make

By creating homemade, hot-weather treats with our kids, we get to enjoy the delights of fresh, seasonal, healthy fruits and vegetables and inventive flavor combinations. Read More »

Deep-Sea Mining is the New Frontier

Research has found that significant knowledge gaps make it hard to predict the scale of the potential effect of mining the ocean floor. Read More »

Don’t Assume Selfies Show True Facial Features

People are showing cosmetic surgeons selfies to demonstrate their surgical desires, but these concerns may be based on a distorted perception because selfies distort facial features. Read More »

Earth-Friendly Hiking

As stewards of the environment, it’s important that we hike responsibly, leaving no detritus behind, respecting wildlife and preserving the pristine setting for everyone to enjoy. Read More »

Eat Grains to Reduce Inflammation and Liver Disease Risk

New studies find that nutrient-rich, whole grains have a positive effect on cardiovascular and liver health. Read More »

Flower Power: Edible Blooms Add Flavor and Color to Summer Fare

Today’s health-conscious foodies are finding edible flowers to be a fantastic way to eat the rainbow, adding fun flavors and colors to all sorts of dishes. Read More »

Flower Spring Rolls with Tamarind and Peanut Sauce

Spring rolls are a great way to eat all the fresh veggies, flowers and fruits of the season, with different colors and textures throughout. Read More »

Healthier Summer Skin

Healthy summer skin care tips from Shannon Reagan, owner of Glimmer Goddess Organic Skin Care. Read More »

Indigenous Efforts Use Hemp to Remove Forever Chemicals From Superfund Site

Researchers have discovered that hemp plants can successfully suck per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), "forever chemicals," out of contaminated soil via phytoremediation. Read More »

Jeffrey Smith on the Threat of Gene-Edited Microbes

Jeffrey Smith, the founder and executive director of the Institute for Responsible Technology, is focusing on gene-edited microbes. Read More »

Mixed Berry Pops

Healthy, naturally-sweetened popsicles using fresh berries. Read More »

Orange Cream Pops

A healthy, homemade version of the classic orange cream popsicles. Read More »

Pollinator Haven: Create a Toxin-Free Yard for Critical Critters

Bees are declining at alarming rates, thanks in part to neonicotinoids and other harmful pesticides, but gardening modifications can provide food and safe haven for beneficial invertebrates. Read More »

Polluted Air Stumps Bees and Butterflies

Researchers have discovered that air pollutants can confuse pollinators that use odors to navigate and move around and communicate. Read More »

Practice Sitting Tai Chi to Recover from a Stroke

A new study found that doing the hand and shoulder movements of tai chi while sitting in a chair produced significant physical and mental benefits for stroke survivors. Read More »

Rainbow Fruit Kabobs

Kabob skewers are a fun way to encourage kids to eat more fresh fruit. Read More »

Renewable Energy Powers Major Japanese Railroad

On April 1, Tokyu Railways trains running through Shibuya and other stations were switched to power generated only by renewable sources. Read More »

Savvy Shopper Tips for the Farmers Market

Ways to save money on healthy food at farmers markets while supporting the local community. Read More »

Spicy Magnolia Salad Cups

Creamy avocado, crisp peppery radish slices, quick-pickled onion and a kiss of high-quality soy sauce fill luscious magnolia flower petals with complementary textures and flavors. Read More »

That Natural Glow: Radiant Skin with Fewer Health Risks

Ways to avoid skin care products with potentially toxic ingredients for glowing skin with fewer health risks. Read More »

The Art of Doing Nothing

Somewhere along the line, someone planted a seed in our brains that programmed us to believe that we must earn our existence. Read More »

The Great Nature Gym: Outdoor Workouts Make the Most of Summer

Studies show that outdoor workouts improve mental well-being and result in greater feelings of revitalization, increased energy and positive engagement. Read More »

The Healthy Food Movement: Pandemic Trends are Shaping Better Local Food Systems

A wide range of innovative solutions are being pursued by e-commerce entrepreneurs and food-equity advocates to get healthier local food into more hands and more neighborhoods. Read More »

Try Music and Muscle Relaxation to Lower Surgery Anxiety

Surgery often activates high levels of anxiety in patients, but a study found that dancing and doing handicrafts while listening to music the day before the surgery can help. Read More »

Vegan Watermelon-Beet Pops

Vegan yogurt and non-dairy milk make these plant-based, fruit and vegetable frozen treats a delicious and healthy way to cool down. Read More »