Nourish It Archives - Experience Life

A collection of healing herbs and flowers

- Nutrition -

9 Healing Herbs

By Kristin Ohlson

Herbs were our first wonder drugs, and they remain powerful medicine to this day. Learn more about these health-promoting plants.

A picture depicting the idea that flour does not equal a whole grain

- Nutrition -

The Truth About Refined Grains

By Catherine Guthrie

When ground into flours, most grains act like sugar in the body, triggering weight gain, inflammation and blood-sugar imbalances. Here’s why whole kernels are a better option than processed grains.

- Travel -

Campfire Cuisine

By Kaelyn Riley

Yes, you can camp out and still create healthy, whole-food meals.

Three bottles of oregano oil next to a bunch of fresh oregano

- General Health -

Does Oregano Oil Work to Fight Colds?

By Jon Spayde

What are the health benefits of oregano oil? This essential oil has antibiotic properties, but it’s potent so use cautiously.

Illustration people at table with keto diet food

- Weight Loss -

What You Need to Know About the Keto Diet

By Laine Bergeson Becco

Is the keto diet safe? Nutrition experts explain the pros and cons of this popular protocol.

- recipe -

Thai Stir-Fry

By Robin Asbell

Serve this tofu-and-veggie-packed dish over noodles, zucchini noodles, or rice.

- recipe -

Warm Bacon and Kale Salad With Soft-Boiled Eggs

By Robin Asbell

Substitute any leafy greens you have on hand, such as chard or spinach, for the kale.

- Weight Loss -

Intuitive Eating for Weight Loss

By Pamela Weintraub

As an alternative to doomed diet regimens, some weight-loss experts recommend tuning in to our own instincts and trying intuitive eating. But are our bodies’ cravings always a good guide?

- Honestly, Dara -

The Case for Heirloom Produce

By Dara Moskowitz Grumdahl

Our food columnist discovers the true value of heirloom foods.

- Weight Loss -

Jason Schanta’s Success Story

By Jason Schanta

Connecting with his bigger why helped one man kick his emotional-eating habit and learn to love working out.

Savory_Overnight Oats With Veggies and Chevre

- recipe -

Savory Overnight Oats With Veggies and Chèvre

By Robin Asbell

Sautéed mushrooms add a rich umami flavor to this savory bowl of oatmeal.

- Food Culture -

Taste of the Nation: A Q&A With Edward Lee

By Heidi Wachter

Chef and restaurateur Edward Lee leaves his kitchen to explore the delicious world of America’s immigrant cuisines.

- recipe -

Creamy Vegetable Soup

By Robin Asbell

Use your favorite veggies in this soup, which is blended with coconut milk and white miso paste.

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Flexible Fried Grains With Shrimp

By Robin Asbell

Use quinoa, kamut, or any grain in this dish, and mix up the veggies to suit your taste.

Jars filled with seeds, powders, and liquid

- Nutrition -

7 Superfoods to Try Now

By Christine Schrum

Superfoods get a lot of attention for their nutritional potency — some justified, some overstated. These seven power foods are actually worth the hype.

Bottles and jars filled with oils, sweeteners, nuts

- Nutrition -

How to Stock a Basic Food Pantry

By Robin Asbell

Keep these key ingredients on hand and you’ll always be minutes away from simple, wholesome meals.

- recipe -

Socca with Spring Vegetables and Sesame Sauce

By Robin Asbell

For a fresh springtime dinner, try socca — essentially a savory pancake made from chickpea flour — topped with roasted seasonal veggies and a garlicky tahini sauce.