Imagine the possibilities in life if you had clearer thought flow while writing or creating … could remember and recall information more easily… enjoyed better verbal fluency in conversation … mastered new skills more easily … or simply didn’t have the dread of anxiety or the darkness of depression weighing you down and getting in your way. Imagine your potential with a better functioning brain. Is it really possible to build a better brain? If you had asked me ten years ago

This week’s round-up has an eco-minded theme: Plant-based eating, environmentally-friendly companies, and inspiration to do/be better. We’re constantly on the lookout for ways to improve our personal/professional methods and serve a healthy world, and are invigorated by these proactive finds. One step at a time, right? – Julie & Oliver 1. Cookbook we’re loving: Whole Food Cooking Every Day This cookbook by James Beard award winner Amy Chaplin may be brand new, but it is an

Summer may be starting to wane, but what goes on your plate doesn’t have to get any less exciting. Make the most of the seasonal fruits with a less-is-more approach to cooking … or non-cooking, really, in the case of this refreshing salad! We tend to think of the main salad ingredients themselves – the vegetables and fruits – as being the key healthy elements of a salad. But salad dressings can potentially offer plentiful benefits as well: Most dressings are a perfect opportu

We’re so excited to introduce our brand new Luminberry Loves feature! Here, we’ll be regularly posting an inside look at our current wellness finds, sources of healthy inspiration, market treasures and more. Whether you’re looking for fresh books to read, amazing products to try, new kitchen tool recommendations, or an in-the-know healthy hotspot to visit, you’ll find them all in this diverse roundup of personal favorites curated by Luminberry founders (and real-life couple)

Though there are a litany of ways to incorporate additional protein into meals and snacks, adding protein to smoothies is particularly smart: first, it’s a refreshingly sweet avenue to enjoy a nutrient that’s more often reserved for savory occasions; and second, smoothies allow us to easily enjoy protein in some of its healthiest superfood forms (hemp seeds, we’re looking at you!). Here are some of the great ways to make a protein-infused smoothie: • Elevated energy

These juicy kabobs get their succulent flavor from a freshly-made marinade spiked with red wine, goji berries, garlic, and basil, and pack i

Health experts near and far have touted the benefits of healthy snacking. Snacks consisting of nutrient-dense whole foods such as nuts, fruits, vegetables, and superfoods assist in keeping your body’s energy levels steady with their quality fuel, and simultaneously help you avoid the nagging hunger pangs that can notoriously lead to unhealthy food choices. Even so, there’s many things that often get in the way of our good snacking intentions. Can you relate to any of these si

Few things are more synonymous with summertime than sinking your teeth into a fragrant, steaming corn on the cob, fresh off the grill. And while some purists claim corn needs absolutely no additions, I beg to differ. Subtle enhancements can take a good corn on the cob and turn it into a treat you can't bear to put down. Here's everything you need to know on how make this seasonal staple better than ever. Method Matters: Before we dive into the accoutrements, let's take a quic

In many people’s eyes, sushi already has superpowers, with its seemingly endless bite-size choices of fresh, savory, delicious ingredients. And these bites are nutritionally powerful, too! The seaweed that often wraps sushi is one of nature’s most nutrient-dense edible forms of minerals. The filling, while traditionally made from fish, can also be made from delectable plant-based options, like protein-rich tofu, vitamin powerhouses like greens or sprouts, and creamy avocado w

In case there was any doubt, writing a cookbook is an abundant time in the kitchen. There’s ideas to be explored, recipes to created, foods to shoot photos of, and retests to make for Guinea pigs (aka friends and family, of course!). My experience with my last cookbook, Superfood Soups, was certainly no different: we were certainly very grateful to enjoy such an edible plethora for the year during its creation. But over time, it’s always interesting which recipes from such an