You may have noticed that nutrition experts are constantly trumpeting the importance of eating more brightly colored fruits and vegetables as a path toward optimal health. This love affair stems from the knowledge that these food groups have soaring levels of disease-thwarting vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. But few people are eating enough kale and blueberries […]

My local bike group is part of the larger Almaden Cycle Touring Club (ACTC) from San Jose. I’ve been meaning to branch out farther afield and go on other ACTC rides, and Friday was my chance because they were doing what looked to be a fun ride in Monterey. My friend Kris from Morgan Hill […]

Acorn squash is a kind of winter squash with a dark green rind and golden-orange flesh. It’s shaped like an acorn and might be just as tough! Earlier civilizations were known to roast whole acorn squash in outdoor clay and brick ovens. But don’t be put off by the tough exterior — we’ll share tips on how […]

Many cultures observe holidays in which gratitude is the main component.   Israelis observe Sukkot, Canadians observe Jour de l’Action de Grâce, Koreans observe Chuseok, Germans observe Erntedankfest, and Americans observe Thanksgiving.   Gratitude has been a vital element of the human experience throughout history. In fact, researchers have revealed that gratitude has deep roots embedded in […]

Hi friends! Happy Friday! The weekend is heeeeere. What do you have going on? The girls have birthday parties, and Sunday is my bday. To be totally honest, I always get a little bit of the birthday blahs. I feel like another year is a reminder of all of the things I haven’t yet accomplished, […]

What a testament to fate it is that we’re not calling Nick Walker “Mr O” today. He would be, you know? Hands down, at least that’s what I think. Based on this year’s lineup that took the stage this past weekend in Orlando, “the Mutant,” who is never out of shape—ever—would be admiring a nice […]

My group did a ride yesterday heading East of Morgan Hill then north on the Coyote Creek trail to Metcalf park. While taking a break in the park, I thought I saw a bunch of dogs off leash coming into the park and wondered whose they were, but when they got closer it turned out […]

Il est l’un des conférenciers motivateurs les plus regardés, cités et suivis de l’histoire. Auteur de trois best-sellers du New York Times, il a partagé la scène avec le Dalaï-Lama, Sir Richard Branson, Tim Ferriss, Tony Robbins et avec beaucoup d’autres influenceurs éminents dans ce domaine. Les magazines SUCCESS et O, The Oprah Magazine l’ont […]

The holiday season is often portrayed as a time of joy and celebration, filled with festive gatherings, gift exchanges, and cherished traditions. While this time of year can indeed be magical, it can also bring its share of stress and overwhelm. From the pressure of holiday preparations to the emotional toll of family dynamics, it’s […]