Yes, you can go kiwi picking in Northern Virginia! Chances are you are reading this because you were like, “What?! I didn’t even know kiwi picking was a thing! I want to do that!”– and so here are the details, my friends: Kiwi picking at Virginia Golden Kiwi in Vienna, Virginia opens each Fall for […]
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The Incredible Science of Stress Granules (and How To Counteract Them)
Stress has been something of a human paradox since the dawn of human existence. On the one hand, humans need stress to identify danger in the environment around us. But on the other hand, if left unchecked, this unbridled stress response can lead to a host of inflammatory diseases that can cause poor health outcomes […]
7 Natural Face Moisturizers That Are Good for Mind, Body & Earth
There’s a renaissance happening with clean skincare, particularly with respect to all-natural face moisturizers. Not only do consumers want face moisturizers to be chemical-free, but they’d like them to honor the environment and the people who make them. To succeed in this increasingly conscientious consumer market, they also need to have beautiful packaging and a […]
The 8 Best Birthday Cake Bakeries in Austin, Texas
If you’re looking for an amazing birthday cake in Austin, Texas, you’ve come to the right place. The capital city of Texas is increasingly considered one of the best culinary cities in America, and this is exceedingly true when it comes to bakeries. While Austin is more well known for its tacos and BBQ, […]
A Mother’s Day Gift Guide for Busy, Stressed Out Moms
Know a Mom who is short on time and always tired? Don’t we all. This Mother’s Day gift guide is specifically designed for busy, stressed-out moms– superwomen who don’t have a lot of time to take care of themselves because they’re too busy taking care of others. Because most Moms just want to chill and […]
The 5 Best Prenatal Facials in Washington, D.C.
With the sheer number of high-end, world-class, international, and budget-friendly spas in the D.C. area, it can be hard to find a decent prenatal facial that meets your specific needs. Fortunately, for those looking for safe, all-natural, super-effective prenatal facials in Washington, DC, this list has you covered. From new-age Crystal Revitalization facials to hyper-customizable […]
A “Forrest Gump” Guide to Savannah, Georgia
Tom Hanks’ 1994 performance in the iconic American film Forrest Gump was a revelation at the time the movie came out– though the politics of having an able-bodied person (Hanks) play someone who was intellectually disabled (Forrest) have certainly changed. (Spoiler alert: that is a bad idea!) Nevertheless, Forrest Gump remains an essential narrative within […]
Garlic and Memory: An Intriguing Connection
Just when you think you know everything there is to know about garlic breath, a promising new link between garlic and memory has been traced to a compound in garlic known as allyl sulfide. Allyl sulfide is a naturally occurring flavor compound present in all Allium species, most notably garlic and onions. According to research […]
The 6 Best Acetone-Free Nail Polish Removers (Cruelty-Free, Of Course!)
As part of the clean beauty revolution many people are starting to wake up to the importance of using non-toxic nail polish— but what about natural nail polish remover? Arguably, you get more chemical exposure from the acetone in regular nail polish remover than you do from chemical nail polish. So, why not switch to […]
We Love These Adorable Rainbow Noodle Flowers From Japan
Rainbow noodles are something of a precious novelty these days, with various chefs and makers using natural dyes like beets, purple sweet potato, and greens to achieve bright, eye catching colors within pasta. Whether you’ve seen pictures of the trend or its new on your radar, one thing is clear: these rainbow noodle flowers from […]