Last week, my friend Peter who owns the Ewing Diner in Mercer County (and yes, delivers a consistently delicious breakfast daily to the morning crew) invited me to speak at the opening of the annual Greek Festival at St. George’s Church. The Read More
The first thing to consider when deciding on a diet is: What’s my goal? Am I trying to lose weight or body fat? Or am I trying to improve a specific aspect of my health or my life? A 2014 study in Read More
A balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean protein, and healthy fats is like a superhero squad for their gut. It provides a variety of nutrients for the good bacteria to thrive. (Image: Canva) Digestive health is crucial for children Read More
You may not feel the pressure of blood flowing through your arteries, but that pressure can have substantial health impacts. High blood pressure (or hypertension) is one of several key risk factors for heart disease—the leading cause of death in the U.S. Read More
When Heather Bowers was dying of cancer earlier this year, she wished for a date night with her husband Joel at their favorite vacation restaurant on the Outer Banks, Mama Kwan’s. Joel considered making the 10-hour round trip drive to get the Read More
When it comes to animal welfare, there’s no debate. A vegetarian or vegan diet is, pretty much by definition, better for animals. When it comes to the environment, there’s a lot of evidence that giving up animal products can do a world Read More