Finding Hope in Action: Saving Earth and Water with Small Steps

Everything we do for the environment has an impact on the Earth and our water. There are many positive examples of our personal impact on our vanishing resources including improvements to the ozone layer and policies to reduce plastics. Read More »

Work Harder and Smarter: Benefits of High-Intensity Interval Training

A High-intensity interval training (HIIT) workout consists of a series of short bursts of intense activity interspersed with periods of rest or low-intensity movement called “active recovery”. Read More »

Sweet Lullaby: Better Sleep for Children

Between 15 and 25 percent of kids have trouble falling and staying asleep. Common causes include stress, increased screen time, and less physical activity. Read More »

Natural Remedies for Pets: Seven Non-Toxic Treatments for Common Ailments

Natural remedies and healing therapies are not just for humans, they also help pets overcome illness and maintain optimal health. Read More »

Thriving With Multiple Sclerosis: How to Reduce Inflammation and Promote Neuroregeneration

Thanks to advances in lifestyle-related research, people with multiple sclerosis (MS) can slow or reverse disease progression. Read More »

In This Issue: February 2023

We hope you love the February Heart-Healthy Living issue! Heart-Healthy Eating, Vagus Nerve Toning, Mindfulness Tips for Couples, Whole Foods for Pets and Much More! Read More »

79 is the New 60

This month I was blessed to have reached a milestone in my life—a 79th birthday. It was hard for me to look in a mirror at 70 and accept that number, and today it’s not that much easier. Read More »

Meditation for Longevity

The International Journal of Neuroscience published a study showing the cells of people that meditate looked 12 years younger under a microscope than their actual age. Read More »

Become Certified in a Breakthrough Stress-Reduction Program

Brett Cotter, founder of Stress Is Gone, is conducting a live, interactive 30-hour program for Stress Is Gone Certification from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesdays from February 15 through May 10 via zoom. Read More »

Nourish the Heart: Foods that Promote Cardiac Healing

These five food groups don't just prevent heart disease and help shrink artery plaque, they also nourish and heal the heart. Read More »

Love in the Present Moment: Mindfulness for Couples

Consider the gift of mindfulness this Valentine’s Day and every day to expand and strengthen your intimate relationships. Read More »

Bruce Cryer on His Love Affair with the Heart

The 40-year wellness leader and Renaissance man, Bruce Cryer, shares his dedication to heart-centered practices to maximize physical, mental and emotional health. Read More »

Whole Foods for Dogs and Cats: Human-Grade Meals for Our Furry Best Friends

Feeding pets whole food, whether purchased or made at home, is a great way to help them stay healthy and happy. Read More »

Heart-Healthy Kids: Setting a Course for Cardiovascular Wellness

Heart-healthy diets for kids can establish a healthful baseline and set them on a path to lifelong wellness and longevity; their middle-aged selves will be thankful. Read More »

Rhythms of the Heart: Improving Mood With Vagus Nerve Toning

Toning the vagus nerve with meditation, breathing techniques or the use of technology is important to reduce stress and anxiety and improve mood. Read More »