The “Eight Glasses of Water Per Day” Rule is a Myth

The “eight glasses of water per day” rule has plagued the minds of health-conscious individuals ever since the Food and Nutrition Board recommended the standard back in 1945—and apparently, it’s not true. While people do need about 2.5 liters of liquid per day, much of that comes in the form of food, fruits, soft drinks and even coffee, eliminating the need for an additional eight …

CH25: Corinne Joachim Sanon

The chocolatier bringing social change to Haiti and bean-to-bar chocolate to the world

Even in a town filled with bright structures, Les Chocolateries Askanya stands out. Haitian-American businesswoman Corinne Joachim Sanon converted her grandfather’s summer home in Ouanaminthe, Haiti into a chocolate factory and had it painted like a parrot, with a vibrant yellow belly on the main walls and electric blue on the trim, like wings. On the inside, the retrofitted factory churns out a flock of …

Animated Recipe: Banana Boat

An easy GIF guide to making a healthy pre-workout snack

Whether you’re looking for a new breakfast idea, an after-school snack or pre/post-workout sustenance, the Banana Boat is sure to grab your attention. This quick and super-easy recipe is the perfect, healthy treat—and involves no actual cooking at all. Feel free to get creative with your favorite ingredients—crushed nuts, honey, you name it—but definitely try topping it with our Salted Coconut + Almond Granola. Ingredients …