The food pyramid has returned with the new Dietary Guidelines for Americans—but nutrition guidance was never meant to replace your body’s wisdom. This Whole Living perspective explores how to interpret the food pyramid without hierarchy or shame, and how to use dietary guidelines as supportive context rather than rigid rules.

A winter reflection on staying steady through darker days. Exploring daily rhythms, nourishment, connection, and restorative practices that support mood, energy, and nervous system health.

From shared meals in Portugal to quiet mornings back home, this post reflects on the beauty of what we built together at ReCode — and how those same rhythms live on in daily life, one mindful choice at a time.

Family Milestones & Transitions This summer held so much life, movement, and change. At the heart of it was family: our eldest daughter graduated from high school (after the marathon of IB exams) with full fanfare of pomp, circumstance and plenty of parties, followed by European interrail adventures and a tour together of her new city and university in Barcelona. A true rite of passage for her—and for me, a season of letting go. Our younger daughter also finished major IGCSE

Reconnect with what nourishes you. Explore seasonal rhythms, digital detox tips, a fig + honey cake recipe, and Whole Living’s Summer Memberships.

Honor Winter's gifts with yoga, meditation, and journaling. Reflect, release, and set intentions with Into the Heart of Winter.

Choosing ancient grains connects you to a wellness tradition, offering balance, nourishment, and flavor to help your body thrive.

As we stand on the cusp of seasonal change, the Autumn Equinox invites us to pause and embrace the harmony that nature offers. This equinox, which occurs when the sun crosses the celestial equator, marks the moment when day and night are nearly equal in length. Celebrated by cultures around the world, the Autumn Equinox has long been a time of reflection, harvest, and preparation for the winter ahead. A Brief History of the Autumn Equinox The Autumn Equinox has been revered t

Celebrate the summer solstice, a time of light and transformation, by aligning your health with the changing seasons.

As nature shakes off the chill of winter, perfectly timed spring arrives with an air of renewal and rebirth. You see it everywhere - tiny...

Also known as Blue Christmas and Yule in other cultures, Winter Solstice is the shortest day of light in the calendar year in the Northern Hemisphere as the Earth's axis is tilted as far away from the sun. The word solstice comes from the Latin sol “sun,” and sistere “to stand still.” In a general translation, it means “ sun stands still. ” The Sun’s path across the sky seems to freeze for these days before and after the solstice. The change in noontime elevation is so sligh

There’s a way to ditch the diet culture, make peace with food, and prioritize your physical and mental well-being. It’s called “intuitive...

Perfect for leftover pumpkin - fresh or canned - full of fiber, protein, vitamins and minerals.

Sleep is essential for good health and a sense of well-being. Learn more how alcohol and nutrition impact your sleep.