Author: Lily

I’ve had the privilege of interviewing and meeting a lot of amazing health experts over the years. Not a single one has ever said that sleep isn’t important. Something as simple (and common) as night lights though are enough to sabotage sleep. I noticed a big difference once I overhauled my sleep environment and I’ve heard from plenty of readers who say the same. Sleeping in a cool, completely dark space is so important for healthy sleep. It means better sleep quality and more energy from some simple changes (like turning off the ever present night light).  Here’s why: What’s…

Happy Friday! Here’s the latest Columbus restaurant news: The owners of Woodhouse Vegan announced that after 10 years in business they’ll be closing their Short North cafe this summer. Woodhouse started as a pop-up at Oddfellows Liquor Bar before opening a shop in Italian Village, then joining forces with Park Service Coffee to open in the Short North in 2022. Coffee Underground, a basement coffee shop inside The Indianola Church in Old North, announced that they’ll be closing up after May 8. A new skewer-style hot pot place called GoldCudgel has opened at 95 N. Stygler Rd. in Gahanna. Columbus…

Climbing out of the Grand Canyon, Pranjal Karmakar had an a-ha moment. “I could see other folks who looked older than I was, and they were doing much better,” he recalls. “I knew then it was time to take action when I got home.” He and his wife, Deepa, love traveling to hike in national parks. But the hiking he was already doing wasn’t enough. “At some point, you start losing muscle and strength,” he says. “It made sense to do regular strength exercises.” Which brings up a question we hear all the time: Isn’t walking “good enough?” The short…

Is the carnivore diet good for hormone health? Short answer: not always. While the carnivore diet may reduce inflammation short term, extreme restriction can increase stress hormones, disrupt cycles, and lead to fatigue over time. Let’s be honest for a second. If you’ve been anywhere on social media lately, it probably feels like everyone is either: going full carnivore, swearing carbs are the devil, or promising that eating only steak and salt will magically fix everything. And if you’ve ever caught yourself thinking: “Should I try carnivore?” “Isn’t it supposed to fix hormones?” “Why does it work for some people…

The biggest myth about tiramisu is that you need eggs to make it authentic. I spent years believing this myself, until a tiny cafe in Rome proved me wrong. The owner, an elderly woman who’d been making tiramisu since the 1960s, showed me her egg-free version that regulars had been ordering for decades. Nobody knew the difference. That revelation changed everything about how I approach this dessert. Most people think vegetarian tiramisu means sacrificing that silky, creamy texture we all crave. They picture dense, heavy alternatives that scream “healthy substitute” from the first bite. But here’s what they don’t realize:…

Chicken Lasagna Rolls are made with shredded chicken, a creamy homemade Alfredo sauce, and a ricotta filling for a comforting twist on classic lasagna. Jump to: Chicken Lasagna Rolls are Family Dinner Magic If you live in a home with lots of pasta lovers at home, like I do, you’ll certainly appreciate twists to the usual and this recipe checks all the boxes. Creamy and rich without feeling heavy, comforting and saucy without being too messy and the recipe is straightforward. Using shredded meat from a rotessierie chicken, or leftover chicken makes the recipe a breeze to put together. It…

Taylor Momsen revealed she spent a night in the hospital after a venomous spider bit her. On Wednesday, April 8, The Pretty Reckless bandleader shared an Instagram Reel showcasing the bite, which she experienced on tour with AC/DC. Momsen suffered a bat bite while on tour with AC/DC in 2024, making this the second time she’s been bitten by a creature while opening for the rock icons.Taylor Momsen’s latest health scareThe Pretty Reckless frontwoman, 32, posted a video from her hospital stay in Mexico City, lying on a gurney while medical staff treated her leg. The bite, which she said…

This Strawberry Banana Smoothie is creamy, naturally sweet, and made with simple, healthy ingredients. Easily made in just 5 minutes for the perfect breakfast or a quick snack! There is nothing better than a classic strawberry banana smoothie, I mean it just hits. Such a simple, delicious recipe that is creamy, naturally sweetened, and made with wholesome ingredients. Perfect for busy mornings, post-workout fuel, or a refreshing afternoon pick-me-up, this smoothie comes together in just minutes and tastes like a treat! Why You’ll Love This Quick and easy – this strawberry banana smoothie easily comes together in just 5 minutes…

April is Parkinson’s Disease Awareness Month in the United States and Canada. This is a good time to look at how exercise can ease symptoms and improve quality of life. Parkinson’s is a neurodegenerative disorder with symptoms that include tremors, balance problems, and limb rigidity. More than 10 million people worldwide have it, according to the Parkinson’s Foundation. Most who get it are over 50. The cause is unknown, and there is no cure. But exercise may help slow the disease’s progression while improving muscles, flexibility, and balance, supporting lung capacity, keeping people socially engaged, and boosting mood and confidence.…

This easy sugar-free, keto raspberry clafoutis is a beautiful, delicious low carb dessert to make for family and friends using any seasonal summer fruit you like! Keto Clafoutis The ultimate spring meets summer dessert! This Easy Keto Low Carb Clafoutis is made in a blender to make it super simple and quick to make. It’s so comforting, creamy and bursting with fresh berries. At just 3 grams of net carbs per serving it’s a comforting keto sweet treat that won’t send your blood sugar levels soaring! Perfect for those on a ketogenic diet! WHAT IS A CLAFOUTIS? Clafoutis is a baked…