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Gluten-Free Valentine’s Candy

by Jane Anderson It’s not difficult to find gluten-free candy — many manufacturers offer candy options that will suit you if you’re following the gluten-free diet. But the choices narrow considerably when it comes to gift candy boxes. Because these boxes generally include mixed varieties of smaller candies, most contain some gluten-containing candies. Even if you can pick out the...
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When an Injury Sidelines a Cyclist

Although this article is written for cyclists, it truly applies to anyone. The natural reaction is to cut back on calories until it’s time to ride—and burn energy—again. But the healing process demands fuel, too. “It’s like fixing a house,” says sports dietitian Cynthia Sass, RD, CSSD. “A crack in the foundation requires raw materials to patch things back...
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9 Common Myths about Clearing Clutter.

By The Happiness Project One of my key realizations about happiness, and a point oddly under-emphasized by positive psychologists, given its emphasis in popular culture, is that Outer order contributes to inner calm. More than it should. After all, in the context of a happy life, a messy desk or house is a trivial problem—yet I’ve found, and other people tell me they feel the same way,...
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How to Incorporate Green into your Decor

Everyone seems to be “going green” these days, from designers doling out home products made from natural and sustainable materials to homes decked out in solar panels. And the general misconception is that being green means skimping on style, but that’s not necessarily the case. Any space can be both eco-friendly and chic by following a few useful tips. Dering Hall, an online...
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