The state continues to see an unprecedented uptick in poisonings and deaths associated with death cap, or Amanita phalloides; and western destroying angel, Amanita ocreata, mushrooms.

African wild lettuce, a plant native to Africa, has been used for centuries in traditional medicine. Its leaves are known to contain a number of compounds that may offer health benefits. While more ...

These leafy greens are loaded with flavor and nutrients—and studies show that even small doses are filled with compounds that reduce inflammation and even protect against cancer. Herbs are antioxidant ...

Wild Tonic, an Arizona-based honey-fermented beverage brand, announces the launch of CocoBee Functional Energy and Bee Wild Mocktails, expanding into shelf-stable formats with fermentation-derived ...

Nick Blackmer is a librarian, fact-checker, and researcher with more than 20 years of experience in consumer-facing health and wellness content. Wild blueberries may help your blood vessels work ...

Every day, millions of people harvest wild plants for their health, nutrition and livelihoods, yet many of the species that sustain them are quietly slipping toward extinction. As World Wildlife Day ...

A side, a main, a topping to a burger or sandwich: Lettuce can be pretty much anything you want it to be. But are these green leafy veggies actually healthy? Yes − adding a bit of lettuce not only ...

A new scientific review summarizes the growing body of research on wild blueberries and cardiometabolic health, which includes factors like blood vessel function, blood pressure, blood lipids ...

Jillian Kubala, MS, is a registered dietitian based in Westhampton, NY. Jillian uses a unique and personalized approach to help her clients achieve optimal wellness through nutrition and lifestyle ...

As children, we’re taught that the functions of a leaf are photosynthesis (turning sunlight into chemical energy) and storing water. This is generally true, including for the lettuce leaves we eat.

There is something about winter in Sonoma County and the rain it brings that always puts a big smile on my face. Some might call me crazy, but I’ve found that there is a magic under the trees and in ...

It’s well documented that making a satisfying salad is no easy feat. Between nailing the balance of protein, fiber, fat, and carbs, and making it all taste good in the process, there’s a lot that can ...