Healthy Living

While we enjoy gourmet meals and fine wines, we also believe in moderation and preventative measures for maintaining optimum health. In our health section, we feature articles that range from superfoods such as açaí and pomegranates to health-promoting beverages, including water and tea, as well as the latest diet book reviews. Find tips on staying healthy, foods that promote wellness and a wealth of information on how to cook healthy meals.

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LOSE IT! Top 10 Diet Books Find the best way to shed the pounds (and keep them off!) with our list of the Top 10 Diet Books, from gluten free to portion control plans, complete with full reviews.

HEALTH BENEFITS Dark Chocolate We're all familiar with this delicious aphrodisiac, but do we really know how good it is for our bodies? High in antioxidants, dark chocolate may prevent heart disease.

A MIND-BODY MAKEOVER Top 10 Health Retreats Worldwide Every year, it's the same resolution: get healthy, stay healthy. Visit one of these luxurious retreats, where you can cultivate a healthy lifestyle and keep it.

RECIPE OF THE MONTH Cabbage and Kale Soup This hearty winter soup is packed with super nutritious vegetables such as kale and delicious, hearty farro, an ancient, chewy whole grain that makes this recipe a winner!

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How to Protect Yourself Against Influenza

(Updated: 02/06/12 BH)