Instead of downing cups of coffee to get you through the day, drink tea instead! Besides its useful caffeine content, tea has a wide range of health benefits that make it a wise addition to your regular diet.
Drinking tea can contribute to cardiovascular health, strengthening blood vessels and lowering cholesterol, as well as helping immunity by increasing your T cell content. (While some studies claim milk decreases the positive effects of tea, you can avoid this possible downside by adding soy milk products instead.)
Herbal teas are distinct in their content, …

Have a craving for something sweet? Instead of candy, reach for…an Asian pear!
These fruit gems are harvested from the middle of summer until the end of September, though they are often available well into the winter since they are easily stored.
Unlike their European counterparts, Asian pears have more of a firm and crisp texture. Mostly grown in Japan, China and Korea, these pears are also planted in U.S. locations including California, Oregon and Washington.

Considering the amount of waste produced from our rigorous consumption of coffee, many eco-friendly measures can be taken in the coffee industry to make a significant impact on sustainability.
Here are three prominent coffee vendors who have set examples for taking eco-friendly initiatives:
Dunkin’ Donuts
By working with TransFair USA, Dunkin’ Donuts ensures their espresso products come from fair trade coffee farmers who take eco-friendly measures in growing and harvesting their coffee beans. Last year, Dunkin’ Donuts opened its first green store in Florida that implements energy-conserving technologies, and developed a creative …

I love the feeling of going back to school, and starting a new class with a brand new notebook and pen to make the first mark of the semester. But for many of us, making the transition from the summertime into student life can be quite tough. Here are a few tips on how to get a healthy start as you get back into school mode.
Revamp Your Schedule
As the productivity “experts” at Dumb Little Man blog suggest, “get into a routine.” Knowing your schedule ahead of time can allow you to plan …

Sweet tooth got you down? No worries — in a few years’ time, there will be a no-melt, low-cal chocolate bar to indulge in. This new creation, which has been dubbed “Vulcano,” is currently in the testing stages by a Swiss chocolate company called Barry Callebaut. Its unique composition allows it to be melted by salivary chemicals, rather than heat, with a more crisp and flaky texture.