Nutrition

Let’s put one myth to bed right now: Meal planning isn’t easy, at least not at first, especially if you are a free-spirited soul living your passion, or a busy person who feels like she can’t add [...]

The foundation of health and wellness is a balanced, nutrient-rich diet, but as food and nutrition have gotten increasingly trendy, the concept of eating well has gotten increasingly complex: [...]

“I SEE THE MYCELIUM AS THE EARTH’S NATURAL INTERNET, A CONSCIOUSNESS WITH WHICH WE MIGHT BE ABLE TO COMMUNICATE.”― MYCELIUM RUNNING: HOW MUSHROOMS CAN HELP SAVE THE WORLD Walking through the [...]

Happy Autumnal Equinox! Here at Five Pillars we hold the Intention to move through life in synch with the seasons. Listening to the messages and even advice each has to share with us and going [...]

Mitochondria are the internal generators that keep us moving. Present in almost every cell in our body, they metabolize carbohydrates, amino acids, and fatty acids into Adenosine triphosphate [...]

Pitta season, the Ayurvedic dosha characterized by heat, fiery tempers, impulsive behavior, and indigestion, is upon us. When it’s pitta-like outside, a.k.a. sweltering and steamy, we can [...]

The problem of waste can feel overwhelming, but we can and should take action to reduce our impact on the planet. Our daily shifts don’t have to be drastic. We’re in the middle of Plastic Free [...]

When you’re heading out into the world on an adventure and ready to experience the bliss of new places, cultures, and experiences, the last thing you want to think about is exhaustion from jet [...]