Are You Ready for World Bicycle Day?
“Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of riding a bike.”
~John F. Kennedy
We are here to celebrate the time-honored tradition of bicycling. (more…)
Welcome to UC Davis Integrative Medicine. Our blog is jam-packed with information on everything from nutrition and plant-based diets to exercise and stress management so that you can live a healthier, happier life
Recent Posts
The Beautiful Barbecue
It is the month of May and time to usher in the summertime.
And summer means one thing.
Barbecue!
What About Wine?
“To take wine into our mouths is to savor a droplet of the river of human history.”
~New York Times, 1967
May 25th is National Wine Day. (more…)
Why Walnuts Are so Wonderful
When we think of nuts, classics like almonds, cashews or peanuts often come to mind.
But when it comes to health benefits, the walnut reigns as the ‘Superstar Nut.’
Loving Lemons (and Lemonade Stands)
There is something very special about lemonade.
The refreshing drink conjures up images of warm summer days and children. (more…)
Giving Thanks to the Wrinkly Fruit
“He who sees age on the outside of things is doomed to underestimate the vitality of raisins.”
~Philip K. Jason
No doubt about it, raisins are wrinkly. (more…)
Discover the Magic of Storytelling
“Stories have power. They delight, enchant, touch, teach, recall, inspire, motivate, challenge.
They help us understand. They imprint a picture on our minds.
Want to make a point or raise an issue? Tell a story.”
~Janet Litherland (more…)
The Upside Down Masterpiece
National Upside Down Cake Day is here.
The holiday is on April 20th, so we all have a great excuse to celebrate this delicious dessert as well as its namesake—the perfect prickly pineapple! (more…)
Epic Empanadas
Empanadas are beloved the world over.
Which is why we are so excited to celebrate National Empanada Day with you and share our favorite whole food, plant-based version of this classic. (more…)
