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Must-read fitness, health, and happiness books for 2013

With the new school year in full swing, it’s time to bury our heads in the books. But we’re not here to assign you any nap-inducing texts — instead we’ve put together a list of 24 books that will keep you up and reading way past your bedtime. With plenty ...

Seasonal fruits and veggies to eat this fall

Folks get especially hyped for summer’s sweet berries, but there’s more to fall than Halloween costumes and hay rides. From September to November, the autumn harvest brings a variety of healthful and delicious produce, from squash and sweet potatoes to grapes and pears. Here's our favorite all-star fall produce, along with each ...

Kitchen hacks to save time, get organized, and stay sane

So maybe you think you’ve got it all figured out. You’re the MacGyver of the kitchen — spatula in one hand two eggs in the other. Crack, separate, and plop goes the egg in the bowl… with a bit of shell. The horror! So what do you do? Hint: using ...

34 healthy and eye-catching bento box lunch ideas

Partitioned dining may remind you of a TV dinner from the 60s, but compartmental lunches can actually be appetizing, healthy, and appealing. All the rage with the K-5 crowd, bento boxes are gaining steam as a perfectly portioned, creative, fun way to pack and serve lunch — and they’re not just for ...

Plastic surgeon sculpts woman into his perfect wife

It might hurt your feelings if your partner tells you you need to lose a little weight. What if your partner wanted to perform multiple plastic surgeries on you? Meet Dr. David Matlock, who did just that. His wife first came to him as a patient, and the West Hollywood ...

1. Washington, D.C.

Average Temp (High, Low): 67, 49
Per capita Income: $43,993
Average Rent: $1,117
Population: 632,323
Median Age: 33.8

Our nation's capital is the 10th greenest city in the U.S. and in the top 10 cities for overall well-being. D.C.-ers might be in such good shape because there are 800 miles of bikeways, plus there’s the Capital Bikeshare program, with bike pick-ups at over 150 stations in the area. It ranks second for happy hours, beating out even NYC. And with one of the top five transit systems, it’s easy to make it to all those said happy hours. There’s also roughly a bajillion college students with American, George Washington, and Georgetown Universities generating big numbers of 20-somethings. In fact, almost 30 percent of the city’s population is between the ages of 20 and 34, according to the U.S. census. (Source: http://greatist.com/health/20-best-cities-20-somethings)

10 top cities for 20-somethings

The staff of Greatist.com picks the best 20 cities for 20-somethings. Here are the top 10 on the list.

At The Walrus and the Carpenter in Seattle, a bartender serves up cocktails.

The 20 best cities for 20-somethings

When we released last year’s list of the top 20 cities for 20-somethings, some readers were pleased and some were less so. We were looking for ultra-cool spots where young adults could find jobs they love, unwind at happy hours, join sports leagues, and make new pals. This year we’ve updated that ...

22 amazing fitness, health & happiness TED Talks

If you have access to the Internet, you’ve likely seen one: We’re talking about TED Talks. These live-recorded videos are inspirational life lessons from experts in fields from architecture to cardiology and everywhere in between brought (for free) to Internet audiences by TED, a non-profit dedicated to “Ideas Worth Spreading.” There ...

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38 healthier picnic recipes

Few things scream “summer” more than eating outside, especially whenplenty of friends and plush green grass are involved. But sometimes, transporting that gourmet meal to the park and eating without a table can be tricky. Here are 38 healthy and (most importantly) portable recipes to try at your next summer picnic. ...

Kate Winge, instructor of the aqua yoga class at the TownLake YMCA, strikes an underwater yoga pose after class.

47 ways to boost brainpower

Summer vacation is in full swing, but that's no reason to let the brain veg. To keep that noggin in tip-top shape, we've put together a list of new and creative ways to boost our brainpower, like golfing, mowing the lawn, and munching on pumpkin seeds. Read on for more easy ...

56 health blueberry recipes to try this weekend

Blueberries may be small, but they pack a lot of nutritional punch into one little bite. While a cup of the little blues is only 84 calories, you’ll get 14 percent of your daily fiber and a boost of heart-helping antioxidants [1]. And did we mention that they taste amazing? Summer is prime time for ...

The picturesque town of Nantucket and Nantucket Harbor are located 20 miles east of Marthas Vineyard and 25 miles south of Cape Cod's South Shore.

Escape your city this summer with 33 drivable day trips

City life can be pretty great: It's fast paced, it’s exciting, and everything you could ever want is usually located within a ten-block radius. But let’s be honest. During the summer months, it can get a little suffocating. Maybe you live in a third floor apartment with no AC, or ...

44 healthy foods under $1

Here at Greatist, we joke about how to deal with snack attacks and sudden hankerings for chocolate. But for millions of kids and adults across the United States, cravings are hardly a laughing matter. Every day, people throughout the country deal with persistent hunger and live without access to nutritious, ...

45 best healthy berry recipes

In the middle of summer, markets are positively bursting with fresh vegetables, greens, and (best of all) berries. Berries are pretty much nature’s candy. Plus, they’re loaded with cancer-fighting antioxidants and vitamins A and C, which boost the immune system and promote eye health, among many other benefits. Eating a handful straight ...

27 unexpected foods to grill this summer

There’s nothing better than cooking up a feast on the grill. Practically anything can cook under a flame, yet many unexpected foods are hidden in a hamburger’s shadow. So it’s time to think outside the grill marks! From meatballs to avocados, French toast to banana splits, grilling will never be the same. Main Dishes 1. ...

The average American throws out about 20 pounds of food a month, which ends up costing $300 to $500 a year. Photo credit: John Michaelson

65 healthy meals you can make from leftovers

I have a problem, and it’s about time I admitted it: I am a big-time food-waster. Each Sunday I go shopping with the honest intention of using every ounce of soymilk and every last spoonful of avocado I load into my cart. And every Saturday I throw away something like a few ...

The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and American Fitness Index (AFI) measure the health and community fitness status of the 50 largest metropolitan areas in the United States. Minneapolis, Washington, D.C. and Portland, Oregon top the list.

Top 21 fit cities in the U.S.

Statesman's Reader Hamburger Recipe Contest -- Statesman griller Patrick Beach tests reader hamburger recipes on the grill.

56 healthier burger recipes

Summer time means grilling time, and we all know what that means: burger season. We love a good juicy burger just like the rest of ‘em, but we’ll be the first to admit that ladlefuls of mayo and barbecue aren’t necessarily the healthiest choices. So we’ve scoped out all sorts of ...

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