by Lisa Egan | Apr 3, 2019
How would you like to live in a neighborhood that has a working farm, ample green space, community gardens, edible landscaping, and rows of fruit trees? Agricultural neighborhoods – called “agrihoods” for short – are housing developments that...
by Lisa Egan | Mar 29, 2019
By now, you probably have heard of cannabidiol – more commonly known as CBD – and might be wondering what all the hype is about. The truth is that CBD, a naturally-occurring compound, possesses tremendous therapeutic value and is helping countless people...
by Lisa Egan | Mar 20, 2019
Every living cell in your body uses protein for structural and functional purposes. It is important to get enough in your diet for that reason. Protein is made up of amino acids, which are building blocks for our bodies. There are 20-plus amino acids, and they help...
by Lisa Egan | Mar 18, 2019
Are you getting enough servings of fruits and vegetables every day? Chances are, like most people – you could do a little better when it comes to regular intake. A recent study found the greatest health benefits come from eating 10 portions a day. Researchers...
by Lisa Egan | Mar 11, 2019
Article originally published on All About Habits Chances are, you believe many things about weight loss that simply aren’t true. It isn’t your fault: there’s a lot of terrible information out there. Some advice is outdated, some is overly complicated, and some is just...
by Lisa Egan | Mar 4, 2019
This article originally posted on All About Habits When you arise in the morning, think of what a precious privilege it is to be alive– to breathe, to think, to enjoy, to love. – Marcus Aurelius, Meditations There is an ancient philosophy that can help you find the...
by Lisa Egan | Feb 28, 2019
We often hear that we should walk 10,000 steps a day for good health and for weight loss. But where did that recommendation originate? You may be surprised to learn how that guideline became so popular. It wasn’t based on research – it was created as a...
by Lisa Egan | Feb 19, 2019
There has been a huge surge in CBD oil sales from Millennials. With this generation being dubbed “the most anxious,” they are often the butt of jokes stemming around being entitled, emotionally fragile, and lazy; but perhaps older generations have jumped...
by Lisa Egan | Feb 8, 2019
There are many potential dangers associated with winter weather, but there’s one you might not have given much thought to snow and ice on your home’s roof. It is unclear how many deaths per year are caused by snow accumulations on roofs, but nearly every...
by Lisa Egan | Jan 30, 2019
Brrrr! Winter is here, and if it is chilly in your neck of the woods, you might be tempted to hunker down and stay indoors until Spring arrives. Winter can really take a toll on our moods, making even the warmest personalities turn as chilly as the air outside. It’s...
by Lisa Egan | Jan 23, 2019
You have probably heard a lot of talk about something called “CBD” in recent years – especially in the last few months. Many people aren’t really sure what CBD is, and might be wondering why it seems to be everywhere all of a sudden. Some know...
by Lisa Egan | Jan 8, 2019
For quite some time, scientists across the world have been warning the public about the decline of bees and other pollinators. We’ve known for years that bee populations all across North America and Europe are collapsing at an alarming rate. Our very existence relies...
