Suddenly “Keto” is everywhere. I even saw these Slim-Fast Keto bars this week at my local Giant supermarket: What is this new fad, and what’s the science behind it? Quick background in case it’s helpful: Foods contain three macronutrients (substances…
January is a good time to think about what we want to achieve in the coming year. (I hope your January challenges are going well!) An even longer-term perspective can also be useful. It’s an interesting exercise to relax with a…
A new year inspires us to new beginnings. Holiday feasting is over, and in the northern hemisphere, the darkest nights are behind us. Even though winter has just begun, the days are lengthening and sunlight is beginning to return. Now…
Feasting and fasting seem to be a natural human rhythm. Sometimes they are part of a ritual structure (Lent, Ramadan). Feasting and fasting are also simply the logical consequence of an uncertain food supply (berries in season, successful hunt —…
I live in my own head. It’s not always comfortable in here. I know about every one of my appalling mistakes, my thoughtless comments, the many ways I’ve let people (and myself) down. Self-criticism helps us learn from errors and…
The holiday season should be a time of enjoyment and togetherness, but it can also feel like a constant parade of stressful obligations and temptations. Fortunately, pausing for a bit of mindful planning can help us enjoy our favorite traditions…
