Did you know that over 50% of adults in the U.S. don’t get regular physical exercise? Yep, so says the CDC. If you aren’t exercising, I guess you can take some small comfort in knowing that you aren’t alone. But better than that, get off your duff and do a little something!
The good news is that you don’t have to train like an athlete – or even like a weekend warrior – to reap substantial health benefits. (Of course, if you are getting tons of exercise, don’t let this stop you!) The Department of Health and Human Services reports that ANY FORM of physical activity, exercise or movement of the body uses energy and studies show that even a modest effort to improve physical activity can provide health benefits. Read the rest of this entry »
In their second year of growing organic peaches along the “Ridge” section of South Carolina, Jerry and Joe Watson are pioneers in organic peach farming on the East Coast. In a region full of conventional peach orchards, the humid environment deters most farmers from trying to grow the fragile fruit organically. Four generations of Watsons have been active in farming at Watsonia Farms, where they currently farm 900 acres of peaches and 180 acres of organic produce in Monetta, South Carolina.
In this installment of Dispatches from the Field, Steve and Philip brave oxygen deprivation and “Death Road” (renowned as the most dangerous road in the world) to reach folks in the rural communities of Bolivia with Pro Mujer to provide financial services coupled with health and education.
Several years ago I was sitting in a café in Paris, France and after a long day of sightseeing was in the mood for a crisp, refreshing beer. I wanted something distinctly European and so I ordered a Leffe, which I was not so familiar with at the time. The waiter arrived with the signature chalice-shaped glass and I could hardly wait to grab the golden honeyed brew with slight frothy head from his tray. This lightly spiced Belgian ale was ever so sweet with a subtle caramel and clove aroma and wonderful creamy mouth feel – it totally “hit the spot”.
After a week of travel filled with breathtaking sights and many memorable meals I just couldn’t stop thinking about how delicious that beer was that afternoon. Two age-old questions were looming: was Leffe widely available in the US so that I could find it locally and would it taste as good as it did that afternoon in Paris? Read the rest of this entry »
Happy July 4th! Round up some friends, roll out the grill and celebrate summer with some fantastic food. Whether you want to stick with a classic grilling menu or try some new flavors, we’ve got you covered with great recipe ideas.
After a long winter (well, not so long in Austin, TX) there is nothing like the first time you fire up the grill and invite friends and family over to enjoy great food and wine. From sparkling wine and crisp aperitif-style whites that pair so well with appetizers and salads to well-balanced and hearty reds that complement a variety of grilled foods, our Summer Top 10 has something for every palate and pocketbook. Here are some of my favorites to uncork your summer!
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