What it is: A new interest in adaptogens has led to a renewed focus and definition of their properties. Originally in the West, they were...

What it is: A Peruvian root that has a butterscotch flavor and is part of the cruciferous family (related to cauliflower, kale, and...

What it is: A grim fungus that grows by infecting particular insect species, altering their behavior, and eventually killing them to use their bodies as nutrients. However, as grotesque as this fungus may sound, its chemical properties are vast. It is currently being researched for its cancer-inhibition properties and potential as an immunotherapy. Generally consumed in powder form, such as in a post-workout recovery smoothie, the promise may lie in its potential to modulate

What it is: A fungus with a white beard-like appearance. A mild, succulent mushroom that, although classified as rare to find wild, is...

What it is: A solid fan-shaped fungus that comes in multiple colors, but the most commonly known is the varnished, red kidney-shaped...

What it is: A light, mild mushroom that blends well in chocolate-based items such as rice puddings or hot chocolate. Traditionally brewed...

What it is: High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) is an exercise training method where short bouts of maximal or near-maximal efforts...

What it is: More than half of the population experiences insomnia from time to time. This usually occurs during periods of heightened...

What it is: Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), also known as Indian ginseng or winter cherry, comes from an evergreen shrub that grows in...

What it is: Dietary supplements can take many forms, such as pills, powders, liquids, or gummies, which contain various ingredients such...