September 2011: No Worries
For the Love of Heirlooms
Vine-ripened, oddly shaped, and packed with flavor: There’s nothing like an heirloom tomato. We asked farmer Gary Ibsen, who’s been growing and selling these beauties for almost 40 years, for a personal introduction.
Beware the Lusty Turnip
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Every era has had its share of wrongly demonized foods - from commonplace vegetables to (gasp!) millet muffins.
Digesting the New USDA Dietary Guidelines
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Every five years the government issues an updated version of its guidelines for healthy eating. We asked some clued-in nutritionists to help us evaluate its latest confounding effort.
Good Bacteria Welcome
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Find out why some internal bacteria are our friends - and why providing a happy, well-balance home for them is essential to our vitality and well-being.
Try a Healthy Dose of Lifestyle
A study by Roger Walsh, MD, PhD, found that making lifestyle changes can be as effective as drugs at treating depression and other mental health disorders.
Behind the Scenes With Tony Sanneh (Video)
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Soccer great Tony Sanneh talks about helping kids succeed through the Sanneh Foundation.
The Hip, Hip, Hooray Workout (Video)
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Use these strength moves to keep you hip joints strong and mobile.
Hip, Hip, Hooray!
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Strong, mobile hip joints are crucial for health, agility and performance. But if you sit too much, your hips are bound to suffer. Here’s how to keep them happy and fit for a lifetime.
Relaxation Revolution
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Herbert Benson’s book offers scientific proof that mind-body practices can have powerful, gene-altering effects — in a surprisingly short period of time.
Your Qs: Ditching the Scale and More
Jen Sinkler, our fitness editor, wrangles leading experts to address your most perplexing workout quandaries and conundrums. Email ’em to askjen@ experiencelife.com
Pure Bliss
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In cities throughout the United States, public bathing rituals are reclaiming their historic reputation as rejuvenating experiences. Here are four places to enjoy the practical luxuries of the communal bath.
Over-Connected Teens
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Bothered by your teenager’s continual texting, interactive gaming or online chatting? Here’s how to manage the situation and keep your relationship intact.
The Ways of the Worried Well
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These days, frankly, if you’re not at least a little concerned about your health, you’re probably not paying attention.
Even BPA-Free Plastic Has Health Risks
Some tips on how to avoid hormone-disrupting chemicals in your kitchen.
How to Get the Most From Your Personal Trainer
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Finding the right PT can transform your health and fitness efforts. But the real magic happens when you learn how to work as a team.
The 5 Best Ways to Build Resiliency
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Why do some people bounce back from adversity and misfortune? Why do others fall apart? Find out which character strengths make all the difference — and how you can develop them yourself.
Time Off for Good Behavior
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Are you measuring your worth by what you get done? Here’s why it’s time to give your productivity-seeking a rest, and go in search of some fun instead.
The Next Game: Tony Sanneh
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After 18 years of playing professional soccer, Tony Sanneh retired from the sport in 2010. But “retired” is hardly a word that describes this world soccer great. A native of St. Paul, Minn., he established The Sanneh Foundation, a nonprofit organization, in 2003; its purpose is to provide positive environments - including soccer clinics and camps - for urban youth in America. We caught up with Sanneh by phone to find out more about his projects and passions.
No Excuses
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On her 40th birthday, Shonia Brown got a wake-up call that convinced her to change her life - and face her challenges head on.
Rightsize Your Worries
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Life’s too short to spend sweating the small stuff, even when it masquerades as big stuff - which is most of the time.
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