Sad your diet doesn’t allow for a little green beer on St. Patrick’s Day? All hail, kale chips! You’ll no longer need to worry about satisfying cravings for fattening potato chips once you’ve tried these. From The 17 Day Diet Cookbook by Dr. Mike Moreno.

By Kristin Sidorov
Looking to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with flair, but a wee bit nervous about overdoing it on the holiday’s traditionally heavy fare? These lightened-up recipes are perfect for celebrating the year’s luckiest day—without skimping on St. Paddy’s must-haves or ruining your spring diet plans. From classic soups to healthy green dishes that’ll bring out your inner leprechaun (avocado mashed potatoes, anyone?) you’ll be celebrating in true Irish style.

By Danny Dreyer
Author of Chi Marathon
Running a half marathon is a safe, effective and enjoyable way to get fit, learn to run well, and have a great time with others. If you find running challenging, and the idea of running 13.1 miles daunting, and if you’ve ever felt pain associated with running, the Chi Running technique will help you lighten your step, steady your breathing and make running truly enjoyable.

By Kristin Sidorov
As if we needed another reason to cut back on calories, a new study has found an alarming link between high-calorie diets and memory function. In those ages 70 and older, consuming between 2,100 and 6,000 calories a day could double the risk of mild cognitive impairment.

By Kristin Sidorov
Does this funky winter have you yearning for a fresh twist? Citrus fruits are a seasonal antidote to the winter’s heavier, richer flavors and a delicious nod to the warmer months already peeking around the corner.

Now in development, the Lab-on-a-Chip (LOC) technology will allow medical professionals, even patients themselves, to take a sample of bodily fluid and run dozens of tests in minutes–bringing quick, reliable, and inexpensive health care to the developing world and the U.S. From Abundance: The Future is Better Than You Think by Peter H. Diamandis and Steven Kotler.

This mayo-free, low-fat, vegan dip is easy, delicious, and even mayo-hater friendly. From Chloe’s Kitchen: 125 Easy, Delicious Recipes for Making the Food You Love the Vegan Way by Chloe Cascarelli.

By Kristin Sidorov
Crunchy, dippable, and more than a little irresistible, the latest snack food to sneak into the hearts and tummies of kids probably isn’t what you’d suspect. Step aside cookies, chips, and candy, because now there’s an unexpected addition in the vending machine: baby carrots. Carrot sellers have created a successful marketing campaign that aimed to give the little orange veggie the same appeal as its less-healthy rivals (Cheetos, anyone?).

By Kristy Ojala
Anusara yoga founder John Friend is among the latest to retreat from his field’s bright spotlight after a recent sexual scandal broke alleging his improprieties with female students. He has resigned as CEO of his company. Meanwhile, scores of his devoted teachers have also followed suit, leaving their dedicated practice in disgust.

When fashion designer Karl Lagerfeld recently called pop singer Adele “a little too fat,” most women breathed a collective sigh of relief when she responded, “I’ve never wanted to look like models on the cover of magazines. I represent the majority of women and I’m very proud of that.” National Eating Disorders Awareness Week brings attention to and reduce the stigma of eating disorders and unhealthy body image issues, while supporting those affected by them.

By Lisa Tsakos
Co-Author of Unjunk Your Junk Food
Hollywood is poised to honor its finest in film in the biggest celebration of the year, the 84th Annual Academy Awards. Why not celebrate the Oscars by hosting your own party? While elegance is a priority, you can serve up healthy hors d’oeuvres and drinks that are both decadent and good for you.