Hate on, those of us who are too “curvy” to wear them! Here’s why you’re really better off without this trend that refuses to die, from the hilarious Encyclopedia Paranoiaca: The Indispensable Guide to Everyone and Everything You Should Be Afraid of or Worried About by Henry Beard and Christopher Cerf.

Because this delicious dish is gluten, corn, soy, and dairy free, it’s calming to your immune system, says Susan Blum, M.D. in The Immune System Recovery Plan. It’s also perfect for a Meatless Monday, healthy weeknight dinner, or filling meal made of veggie leftovers.

Counting calories is only part of the solution to shedding pounds. These ideal super foods will also help you feel full and encourage your body to burn more fat. From The FastDiet by Dr. Michael Mosley and Mimi Spencer.

“Paleoistas” eat a balance of lean meats, seafood, vegetables, fruits, and raw nuts (like our ancestors). Here’s how to order a Paleo-friendly meal when dining out, whether you’re at a fine restaurant or a diner. From Paleoista: Gain Energy, Get Lean, and Feel Fabulous with the Diet You Were Born to Eat by Nell Stephenson.

Your androgens—a group of sex hormones that affect your energy, libido, mood, and self-confidence—might be sabotaging your fertility. Sara Gottfried, M.D. explains in her book, The Hormone Cure: Reclaim Balance, Sleep, Sex Drive, and Vitality Naturally with the Gottfried Protocol.

How often do you use that panini maker, waffle iron, or fondue set? Reduce clutter for a more efficient kitchen. Take everything out of your cupboards, including food, and put back only what survives the following questions from Zero Waste Home: The Ultimate Guide to Simplifying Your Life by Reducing Your Waste by Bea Johnson.

By Bea Johnson
Author of Zero Waste Home
Earth Day is a great opportunity to take a moment out of our busy schedules to pay attention to nature (and our impact upon it). But why celebrate Earth only once a year when our daily survival depends on it? Earth Day should be every day and it can be with a Zero Waste lifestyle. Waste-free living is not only better for the environment—it improves health, and saves time and money.

By Gabrielle Reece
Author of My Foot Is Too Big for the Glass Slipper
Like most other women in the first world, I’m aware of my weight. I also love food. And I’m not one of those people for whom kale chips are a genuine substitute for barbecue potato chips. Still, I like feeling better in my body more than I like pigging out. This has lead me to employ (most of the time) a set of attitudes that allow me to eat well without feeling like I’m depriving myself.

You’ll be better equipped to handle whatever your day throws at you when you start each morning with 10 minutes of “soft belly” breathing, says Susan Blum, M.D. in The Immune System Recovery Plan.

This tasty Thai salad clocks in at a mere 322 calories and is a typical “fasting day” dinner from The FastDiet, the much buzzed-about weight-loss plan by Michael Mosley and Mimi Spencer.

Concussions and football are a hot topic these days, but unfortunately head injuries can also occur in other sports. Here’s what to look for if your child suffers a blow during a game or practice, from Any Given Monday: Sports Injuries and How to Prevent Them, for Athletes, Parents, and Coaches – Based on My Life in Sports Medicine by Dr. James R. Andrews with Don Yaeger.