When autumn arrives, pumpkin often becomes the star in pies, soups, muffins, and more. But beyond its cozy flavor and festive appeal, pumpkin is loaded with nutritional benefits. Incorporating it into a variety of recipes can help support your health in multiple ways. According to Healthline, pumpkin is a nutrient-dense  food: low in calories yet packed with vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants. ( Healthline ) A single cup (about 245 g) of cooked pumpkin provides: Only

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If you've ever passed by a bin of okra at the market and thought, "What do I do with that?" — you’re not alone. But here at Woodside...

Earlier this month, Chickahominy Falls welcomed the warm weather in style with the season opening of Woodside Farms! More than 100 guests...

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In the United States, chronic pain is one of the most common reasons for people to seek medical treatment.

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By now, most of us know the best way to eat is not to follow the Standard American Diet, better known as the SAD diet. A diet of highly...

The sun has returned! And, as natural living beings, it is normal for us to feel a breathlike resurgence of energy. Spring is the time of...

The mind-body connection: Perhaps we’ve all heard about the importance of the mind-body connection for what feels like forever. But, if...

As we ease into February, our chilly winter landscapes are often dappled with shiny pink hearts and requests to be a loved one’s...

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This time of year, you’re probably busy adding cinnamon to everything and decking halls left and right with boughs of holly. But did you...

Sourdough has so many health benefits, if not just for your physical health, perhaps for your mental health.

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Navigating the maze-like hallways of a new school year’s social and physical well-being can be a bit tricky. Our favorite young scholars...