Jeffrey Bland on Rejuvenating Our Immune System

Known worldwide as the founder of functional medicine, Jeffrey Bland's latest project is Big Bold Health, a company designed to transform the way people think about the immune system. Read More »

Staying Hydrated: It’s Not Just About Drinking Water

Maintaining proper hydration is one of the most important measures we can take to benefit our health. Read More »

The Blended Family: Tips for Creating a Successful Stepfamily

Therapists and blended-family veterans offer advice for healthy relationships in stepfamilies. Read More »

Intermittent Fasting Basics: How to Improve Health by Eating Less Often

By strategically fasting for hours to days, we can eat a wide range of healthy foods while improving our metabolic health, cholesterol markers and insulin levels. Read More »

Easy Container Gardening: How to Grow Edibles in Pots and Planters

Growing vegetables, flowers and herbs in pots can be cost-effective, inspiring and tailored for any urban balcony or country patio. Read More »

Fending Off Fibroids: Natural Approaches Offer Relief

Natural treatments that can minimize symptoms of fibroids and for some, ward off the need for invasive surgery. Read More »

In This Issue: April 2022

Enjoy our special Earth Day Issue! Why We Need Wild Places, Connect Kids with Nature Through Story, Best Nature Apps For Wildlife Exploration and Much More! Read More »

From Normal to New Normal

I have been writing publisher letters every month for 12 years. It is always exhausting when I wait till the last day to get started, but here I am again. Read More »

Hypnosis Counseling Center Celebrates 35th Anniversary

For more than 35 years, Hypnosis Counseling Center (HCC) has helped individuals achieve lasting and positive life changes—overcoming issues like smoking, overeating, and stress—to lead healthier, happier lives. Read More »

Four Corners

Recently, I had a conversation with one of my clients who described how yoga and mindfulness have transformed her. We discussed the power of the four corners of the mat, while seemingly elementary in concept, quite the contrary is true. Read More »

Buzz-Free Drinking: The Healthy Rise of Non-Alcoholic Beverages

The “sober-curious”—people experimenting with alcohol-free beverages as a way of prioritizing their health and fitness over a short-lived buzz—are changing America’s drinking culture. Read More »

Why We Need Wild Places: How to Invite Nature Back into Our Lives and Landscapes

Saving wild places is critical for human health and well-being. Here are ways to create spaces, including our lawns, that are hospitable to wildlife and native species. Read More »

Technology Meets Nature: Apps Bring Us Closer to Flora and Fauna

We can enhance our nature experiences with these smartphone apps that identify plants and animals, interact with scientists, share knowledge and observations, and contribute to science. Read More »

Brian Sauder on Faith-Based Grassroots Change

Interview with Mennonite Reverend Brian Sauder, president and executive director of Faith in Place, a nonprofit that helps diverse faith-based groups become community leaders. Read More »

Nature Speaks: Storytelling Connects Kids to the Natural World

Weaving storytelling into nature programs helps children understand their outdoor experiences and develop an appreciation for wilderness. Read More »