Stepping Into the Arena

Last month, many of us watched the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. For two weeks, we witnessed amazing athletes from around the world who poured their hearts and souls into the preparation necessary to become the elite in their sport. Read More »

20th Annual Alabama Coastal BirdFest & Nature Expo: A Celebration of Conservation and Community

The 20th Annual Alabama Coastal BirdFest & Nature Expo will return from Friday, October 4, 2024, through Sunday, October 6, 2024. This highly anticipated event allows birders and nature enthusiasts to immerse themselves in the rich biodiversity of the region. Read More »

Healing Physical, Emotional and Spiritual Scars at Jubilee Healing Arts

Jennifer Killgo, owner of Jubilee Healing Arts is an LMT with certifications in the Scar Tissue Release and Integrated Therapies (STRAIT) method. She helps clients work through somatic trauma, gently massaging the emotions and psyche before touch therapy. Read More »

Congratulations to Virginia’s Health Foods & Sunflower Café in Mobile

Virginia’s Health Foods and Sunflower Café in Mobile have once again proven themselves as leaders in the community's health and wellness scene, securing top honors in the 2024 Nappie Awards. Read More »

Harmonize Your Body’s Energy Fields to Promote Emotional Wellness

The Harmonic Egg is an egg-shaped resonance chamber that uses light, sound and color frequencies to balance the body’s autonomic nervous system, promote deep relaxation and help individuals release emotional blockages to restore inner peace. Emotional Wellness Read More »

DexaFit Fairhope: Pioneering Optimal Health and Wellness

DexaFit Fairhope, part of Connexus Clinic in Fairhope, Alabama, is a leading health and wellness company dedicated to helping individuals achieve optimal health through advanced diagnostic testing and personalized fitness strategies. Read More »

Healing through EVOX Therapy: A Journey from Grief to Renewal

Carolyn Olson, owner of Thermography Advantage, had the opportunity to interview a client who experienced EVOX Therapy. Following is the interview. Read More »

Miracle Man

Now known as the “Miracle Man,” Jeff Nursey has dedicated his life to promoting The New You Miracle Bands. These bands, featuring a proprietary metal disc charged to match the body's healthy frequency, are designed to restore balance and alleviate pain. Read More »

The Haircut Ceremony: A Path to Emotional Healing and Renewal

The Haircut Ceremony is a powerful ritual for emotional healing and personal transformation, says Tara May McAdams, owner and Master Cosmetologist/Trichologist at TMAC’s Holistic Hair Studio. Read More »

Stopping the Trauma Cycle: Mind-Body Healing Strategies

Trauma can strike anyone at any time. Loss, heartbreak, abuse, violence, displacement, accidents, disasters, health problems—the list of possible traumas is endless. Read More »

Aimie Apigian on Releasing Stored Trauma

Aimie Apigian is a double board-certified physician in preventative and addiction medicine with master’s degrees in biochemistry and public health. Read More »

Marvelous Mushrooms: Celebrating a Culinary Powerhouse

September is National Mushroom Month, and with it comes bountiful inspiration to plate up some earthy goodness. Read More »

Creamy Polenta With Wild Mushrooms

This side dish pairs creamy polenta with sautéed wild mushrooms in a porcini-infused sauce, creating a rich and earthy combination that elevates the humble polenta. Read More »

Stir-Fried Oyster Mushrooms With Chicken

A quick and flavorful stir-fry that combines tender oyster mushrooms with chicken, green onions, and aromatic ginger and garlic, served with a savory sauce for a satisfying meal. Read More »

Mushroom Bomb Lentil Pasta

A rich and flavorful pasta dish made with lentil pasta, a variety of mushrooms, and a truffle or olive oil-based sauce, finished with white wine for a sophisticated touch. Read More »

Vegan Pot Pie With Sage, Lentils and Mushrooms

A hearty, plant-based pot pie featuring a savory lentil and mushroom filling with a sage-infused pastry crust. It's perfect for a comforting meal that highlights earthy mushroom flavors. Read More »

A Pilgrimage to Wholeness

One of the most beautiful aspects of youth is envisioning the future with undaunted optimism, but even the most strategic plan for life can go off the rails. Read More »

Emerging Sustainability Drivers: From Artificial Intelligence to Citizen Scientists

Renewable energy, greenwashing regulation, artificial intelligence applications and biodiversity programs are all being championed by stakeholders for the greater good of our planet. Read More »

Health Benefits of Yoga: Resolving Trauma and Other Mind-Body Challenges

Yoga, an ancient practice, offers powerful mind-body healing by reducing stress, improving mental health, and aiding in trauma recovery. Read More »

Natural Solutions for Alopecia: In Search of a Full Head of Hair

For many of us, our hair can feel like an outward expression of our identity, and we may struggle emotionally and socially when it is compromised. Read More »

Emotional Healing as a Family: How Parents Can Model Mental Health Skills

Kids need emotional regulation skills, including the ability to identify emotions, self-soothe, obtain perspective, walk in another’s shoes, think flexibly and solve problems Read More »

Healing Power of Therapy Dogs: Benefits for Post-Traumatic Stress Sufferers

Pet therapy, also known as animal-assisted therapy (AAT), has long been recognized for its therapeutic benefits across a range of mental health conditions. Read More »

Standardizing Acupuncture for Erectile Dysfunction

Experts have identified the optimal acupuncture points and treatment regimen for erectile dysfunction, aiming to standardize this alternative therapy for broader clinical use. Read More »

Microbiome and Addictive Eating

Low levels of beneficial bacteria and high levels of harmful bacteria may influence compulsive eating behavior. Read More »

Childhood Diet Linked to Long-Term Cognitive Health

A study tracking participants since 1946 found that a high-quality diet rich in vegetables, fruits, and whole grains is strongly linked to better cognitive abilities as we age. Read More »

Contrast Water Therapy for Muscles

Contrast water therapy (CWT) uses alternating hot and cold baths to reduce muscle soreness and strength loss after exercise. Read More »

Camembert and Brie Cheese Risk Extinction

The biodiversity decline of fungi used in traditional cheeses like camembert and brie threatens their future, as lab-engineered fungi lose their natural reproductive abilities and resilience. Read More »

Climate Change Impacts on Earth’s Rotation

Melting polar ice caps are delaying the need to delete a second from our clocks due to Earth's changing rotation speed, pushing the deadline to 2028 or 2029. Read More »

Siberian Explosions Explained

Mysterious craters in Siberia are likely caused by gas explosions due to warming Arctic temperatures weakening the frozen soil, a phenomenon linked to geological faults under ancient lakes. Read More »

Unconventional Superconductor Found in Nature

Scientists have identified miassite as the first unconventional superconductor found in nature, capable of conducting electricity without resistance at higher temperatures. Read More »

Rare Frog-Faced Turtle Found in India

Scientists discovered a breeding population of the critically endangered Asian giant softshell turtle in India's Chandragiri River, offering new hope for conservation efforts. Read More »

Benefits and Tips for Planting Native Trees

As people become increasingly aware of their environmental footprint, planting native trees stands out as an impactful action. Read More »