The Importance of Localized Food Systems I am changing it up a little this week! I thought this topic would be of interest while staying closely related to health and wellness. This semester I am taking a course on Urban Agriculture, which seeks to convey the importance of localized food systems. I hope that by…

A historically used, yet newly revitalized health kick has been gaining popularity, and it starts with turmeric! Beginning with its use over 5,000 years ago, turmeric has been used for centuries as a natural remedy for minor ailments. Turmeric, a member of the ginger family, is a spice with medicinal properties that make it ideal…