Around one hundred trillion bacteria live inside our digestive system at any given time. And while you’re probably too busy to be gravely concerned with your gastrointestinal system or the way in which it operates, a segment of medicine is looking into this vast and fascinating system of organisms and its effect on the body’s overall well-being. 

Over the last forty years, our portion sizes have increased significantly – meaning what we put on our plate looks much different than it previously did. With fast foods aplenty and unhealthy options available everywhere, through pick-up or through a delivery service, it’s harder than ever to make the right choice of what to eat. In terms of maintaining a healthy diet, the substance of what you eat isn’t the only fundamental factor; the size of your plate is just as crucial.

The world is in a trying time, and most of us are under strict orders to stay at home. While confinement takes on different meanings for everyone, one thing we can all use is a reset – a time to refresh and recharge, to take a beat from the outside world. Your schedule has changed, your life has changed, and a lot of us are left putting the pieces back together of this sudden paradigm-shift.

Beating around one hundred thousand times a day, the heart is one of your body’s most important organs. We can hear it like a metronome when we’re scared, nervous, or exhausted, yet we often forget just how important the organ in the center of our chest really is. 

We all lead chaotic lives, and we all have different mechanisms in which we cope with arising issues – some of which are healthier than others. Life’s woes are inevitable, and you can’t necessarily control what the world puts on your plate. In order to keep yourself grounded and protect your mental health, there are more than a few ways to create a life that blossoms, instead of one that feels out of control. 

It’s hard to believe that something so simple like an energy bar can actually do harm to the planet. Luckily, one Denver company is looking to eliminate waste with every bite: Unwrapp’d.‍

Consumption goes far beyond just what's on your plate. Eating local is one example of an easy way to lessen your carbon footprint as a consumer. Another way? Go vegan! Learn more about how to try a vegan diet - without compromising your busy schedule.

Ever thought popcorn, umami, and vegan cheddar flavor would go well together? Sure, the flavor combination might be a little out of your ordinary snacking ‘comfort zone’, but SeedRanch Flavor Company is showing us how to explore culinarily inspired flavors you wouldn’t normally reach for.

It’s no secret that Coloradoans have a deep love and passion for the outdoors. With so much room for recreation here in Colorado, one company is making sure that wherever you play, you have the energy to keep moving.