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Mushrooms Are Becoming a Beauty and Wellness Ingredient Darling
“We are entering the new frontier, and we can just see from the numbers that the interest is growing. It’s no longer a trendy, New York, L.A., metropolitan thing.”

Here’s how poor gut health can impact your mental health
Last year, when the world went into lockdown due to COVID-19 and life as we knew it changed, I found myself on a downward spiral with my nutrition. Late-night snacking, sugar binges and increased alcohol intake—the usual coping mechanisms for temporary relief from the fear and panic over the uncertainty that loomed—gradually caught on, showing not just on the weighing scale, but impacting my overall health as well.

The Mood-Enhancing Nutrient To Add To Your Diet, From A Nutritional Psychiatrist
Depression can present itself in many forms. One day you may feel anxious; another day you may be completely unmotivated, lacking energy or focus. While the symptoms vary from day to day and among people, the nutrients that can support those moods stay consistent.

Whole Foods And Headspace Team Up In A Mindful Eating Series
When you’re feeling frazzled, a nourishing meal and a few deep breaths can make a world of difference. Whole Foods Market and Headspace meditation app have teamed up this spring to help consumers improve their wellbeing, eat more mindfully, and feel more connected to food.

The Zingy, Nutrient-Dense Ingredient You Might Be Overlooking
With sunnier days come brighter foods, and since springtime is in bloom, grocery carts are loaded with vibrant yellow lemons. Unfortunately, that typically means compost and trash bins are also loaded with lemon peels.

How Eliminating Gluten May Improve Anxiety & Depression
When it comes to diet and health, we most often think about physical health. But what we eat affects more than our bodies; it also affects our brains. And recent studies have shown that diet can have a profound impact on mental health conditions ranging from ADHD to depression, anxiety, sleep disorders, OCD, dementia, and beyond.

Breakfast Habits Your Doctor Wants You To Quit Immediately
Every year, doctors are responsible for diagnosing Americans with chronic diseases: cancer, diabetes, hypertension, stroke, heart disease, respiratory diseases, arthritis, and obesity. To date, nearly half (approximately 45%, or 133 million) of Americans are currently living with at least one of these diseases, according to an International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health study.

7 Lessons From This Pandemic Year, From Top Mental Health Experts
Exactly a year ago, I’d been working at mindbodygreen for just over one week when we were asked to work remotely and shelter-in-place. As the new health editor, I was acutely aware of growing concerns over this ominous virus.

The 12 Best Detox Teas to Reset Your System and Give Your Metabolism a Boost
As we head into the spring season, we’re all feeling the change in the air. The longer days and warmer weather lift our spirits and make us feel ready for a fresh start. Time to get fit and lace up those running sneakers!