Archive for January, 2011

It’s almost winter—and that means your morning wake-up call is about to get even more difficult. The body likes a routine, especially when it comes to sleep. Often considered a “cure-all,” sleep helps prevent cancer, weight gain and heart disease. It can also improve memory and athletic performance, and even fend off colds. For this… »

While being a “locavore” takes more effort than picking up whatever is in the grocer’s produce section, Sacramento’s rich agriculture provides more options than most areas of the country. Think eating local during colder months is impossible? Think again. Think CSACommunity-Supported Agriculture (CSA) has become a popular way for people to directly access farmers without… »