Vegan athletes: Rice protein increases lean body mass

March 11, 2013 |  by  |  news

Results of a ground-breaking study at the University of Tampa show that plant-based rice protein has identical benefits to dairy-based whey protein. This is great news for vegan athletes. Read More

Family activity for spring: Adopt an olive tree

March 4, 2013 |  by  |  news

If you’re looking for something to do as a family to celebrate spring — and the new research that the Mediterranean diet is good for your heart — then consider the Nudo Adopt An Olive Tree program. Read More

New chia energy drinks from Organic Avenue

March 4, 2013 |  by  |  news

Chia seeds continue to make their tiny little way into healthy foods and drinks. Partnering them up with other superfoods simply makes the energy seeds even more irresistible. Organic Avenue has introduced two yummy drinks that combine chia with hibiscus and matcha. Read More

Vegan Divas flagship bakery and cafe

February 27, 2013 |  by  |  news

Do you stand by the motto, “Life is short, eat dessert first?” We sure do, and we love spreading the news that the gourmet patisserie Vegan Divas wants you to come in to their standalone cafe in Manhattan so you have yet another way to eat dessert first. Read More

Mediterranean diet: Nuts and olive oil reduce risk of heart disease

February 25, 2013 |  by  |  news

A landmark global study released at the 6th International Congress on Vegetarian Nutrition held at Loma Linda University Health shows that a plant-based Mediterranean diet supplemented with nuts or virgin olive oil significantly reduces the risk of heart disease. Read More

Unique Valentine’s Day gift: Beaded Medical ID Bracelet

February 7, 2013 |  by  |  news

This Valentine’s Day, show the people you love how much you care by giving them more than just a box of chocolates. Instead, why not consider a gift that not only comes from the heart, but benefits the heart – and could potentially save a life.

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GMO Inside calling for Hershey and Mars to label GMOs in chocolate

February 7, 2013 |  by  |  news

It’s only customary to have some form of chocolate to be at the top of your Valentine’s Day must-get list. But are GMOs also on your list? They could be if you’re picking up candy from Hershey and Mars. Read More

Paws up: 5K9 Walk Run

February 5, 2013 |  by  |  news

Need some furry motivation to do a 5K? Consider the 5K9 Walk Run series. Read More

Watching TV linked to low sperm count

February 5, 2013 |  by  |  news

Do you feel like you’re constantly competing with the television to get your man’s attention? If your requests to reduce boob tube time have done unheeded, perhaps the results of a recent study on sperm count will get him to let go of the remote. Read More

Sign up today: Invest in Yourself 5K

January 22, 2013 |  by  |  news

This May, Warren Buffett, the well-known chairman and CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, Inc. will add something completely different to his portfolio — and you can, too. Read More