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We don’t always think of tomatoes as a fruit, but this salad, lightly adapted from loveandlemons.com, is a dazzling and delicious way to remind us of their sweeter side. Here they’re paired with strawberries and dressed simply in tangy balsamic vinegar that’s been reduced to a syrupy consistency, along with a drizzle of good olive oil, sea salt, and a grinding of black pepper. Fortify this combo with creamy mozzarella, avocado, toasted nuts, and a shower of fresh herbs and it

Six months into the year, a lot of people start grading themselves. · Did I hit my goals? · Did I fall off? · Am I ahead or behind? Here's a better way to think about it: this isn't a report card, it's halftime. No coach spends halftime handing out grades. They look at what's working, adjust what isn't, and figure out how to play the second half better than the first. That's it — just a clear-eyed look at the game so far and a plan for what's next. Maybe you

Summer pulls you outside before you've thought it through — longer evenings, warmer air, and suddenly you're gardening at noon or walking further than planned. That's the appeal, but also the risk. Heat climbs fast, dehydration sneaks up quietly, and what feels effortless in April can turn risky in July. Stay smart about how you move in this heat! Staying Strong, Safe, and Cool Drink before you're thirsty. Aim for half to a full ounce of water per pound of body weight daily.

Is there anything more refreshing than watermelon in the summer? Here’s an easy, fast, and healthy way to enjoy it in a protein-packed smoothie. Enjoy! Ingredients: 1 cup fresh watermelon (cut into 1-inch chunks) 1 cup frozen strawberries 1/2 banana (peeled & frozen, cut into chunks) 1/2 cup almond milk (or other non-dairy milk) 1/2 Medjool date, pitted (optional) 1 scoop vanilla protein powder Directions: Add all ingredients into a high-speed blender. Blend until smooth. Pou