The Simple Life

Each new day offers the fresh opportunity to change our trajectory, individually and collectively. The actions we take to care for our bodies are also an important step in reconnecting to Mother Earth and her ecosystem. Read More »

Authentic as it Gets

John Michael Montgomery will perform at the Thrasher-Horne Center at 7:30 p.m., August 18, 2023. Behind the string of hit records such as Life’s A Dance, few artists sing with more heart than this Kentucky-born artist. Read More »

Nature-Focused Book Club

The St. Johns County Parks & Recreation Nature Book Club meets the third Wednesday of the month featuring selected books celebrating our natural areas. Settings are chosen for each meeting at one of the county’s beautiful park locations. Read More »

North Florida Psychedelic Conference

Lola Ohonba, Pharm.D., founder and CEO of WCI Health, presents The North Florida Entheogenic Conference & Expo on August 25 and 26, 2023, at the 6th Ave North Event Venue, in Jacksonville Beach. Read More »

Organic Cat Nip Toys Now Available From Rethreaded

Rethreaded transforms upcycled materials into handmade products created by survivors of human trafficking and one new item is the Cat’s Best Friend Mouse, made locally from upcycled fabric, T-shirts, leather and organic catnip. Read More »

Playful Pets and Potted Plants

The 13th annual nonprofit St. Augustine Humane Society Pin Up Paws fundraiser and pet calendar contest is underway with the theme, “Best Buds”. Read More »

Preserving The Circle of Life

Tammy LeeAnne, owner of Beaches End of Life Doula, can help families coming together for sharing memories, forgiveness, giving and receiving. As a doula, her goal is to help to remove fear from the experience of dying. Read More »

Release Imbalances with The Body Code

Energy healer and holistic health coach Melina Stroumpis, owner of The Divine is Within, has added The Body Code to her holistic healing practice with a buy two, get one free summer special. Read More »

Sewing Summer Camp

Bee’s Quilt Shop & Studio is providing a Kids Sewing Fun Summer Camp from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., July 17 to 21, 2023. Kids will learn how to safely operate a sewing machine and sewing tools, and develop basic sewing skills. Read More »

Sound Bathing at Amici’s

Pilates Yoga Loft and Amici Italian Restaurant are providing a 90-minute sound bath healing event from 6 to 7:30 p.m., July 12, 2023, and the second Wednesday of each month. Read More »

Train to Become a Birth Doula

Rae Davies, BSH, LCCE, AdvCD/BDT (DONA) is offering in-person doula training on September 29, 30 and October 1, 2023 - three days filled with valuable information that includes discussions, films, sharing, group work and access to additional resources. Read More »

Anne Biklé on The Nexus Between Soil and Human Health

Anne Biklé and David R. Montgomery, a husband and wife team, collaborated to write What Your Food Ate: How to Heal Our Land and Reclaim Our Health. Read More »

Cheesy Cauliflower Mushroom Steaks

This dish can be served as a meal or cut into smaller pieces and presented as party appetizers. Cauliflower provides vitamins B6, K and C, magnesium and fiber. Read More »

Close Relationships May Influence Physical Well-Being

A new study published in Social Psychological and Personality Science has found that a person’s close relationships may either benefit or undermine physical health. Read More »

Colombia Protects its Birds

Colombia has the most bird species in the world—1,966 registered species, or 20 percent of all birds worldwide—and has updated its strategy for protecting this rich avian life. Read More »

Effects of Cannabis Use Before and After Surgery

In January 2023, the American Society of Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine published guidelines recommending that all patients undergoing anesthesia be screened and questioned about cannabis use. Read More »

Environmental Justice from the White House

In April 2023, President Biden signed an executive order to expand the administration’s goals to address persistent environmental injustices involving toxic pollution, underinvestment in infrastructure and services and other harms due to a legacy of racial discrimination. Read More »

Fighting Climate Change in the Garden: Regenerative Techniques for a Healthy Ecosystem

Reversing global warming may feel like a problem that is out of reach, but anyone can make a difference by planting an ecologically supportive garden. Read More »

Green Exercise: Reconnecting With Nature

Prompted by a growing focus on reconnecting with nature, combined with the well-known benefits of physical exertion, outdoor workouts are all the rage in natural settings and urban parks. Read More »

Gut Health for Kids: Clever Strategies for Picky Eaters

By creatively offering children healthy, diverse foods, presented in ways to please even finicky palates, parents can support microbiome health while establishing a lifetime of good eating habits. Read More »

Hues of Health: Benefits of a Colorful Diet

Rich in essential vitamins, minerals and fiber, vibrantly colored fruits and vegetables also contain phytonutrients such as antioxidants, flavonoids, carotenoids and polyphenols that contribute to the color, flavor and aroma of such foods. Read More »

Marinated Beets and Goat Cheese Crostini

Deriving their deep red color from phytonutrients called betalains, beets are rich in nitrates, which help to lower blood pressure. Read More »

Mislabeled Melatonin Gummies

New research published in JAMA Network found that melatonin gummies may contain far more of the dietary sleep aid supplement than what is indicated on the label. Read More »

Natural Ant Control for the Home

Conventional pesticides and ant traps can be toxic to humans, pets and the environment. This season, consider using one of these safer ant control alternatives. Read More »

Pilot Program Reveals Benefits of Four-Day Work Week

The nonprofit 4 Day Week Global conducted a six-month pilot of more than 2,900 workers from 61 companies in the United Kingdom from June to December 2022 in which the work week was reduced from a standard 40 hours to 32 hours for the same pay and benefits. Read More »

Protecting Pets From Lyme Disease: Prevention and Symptom Management Tips

When the weather is nice and we crave outdoor adventures with our pets, we may not want to think about Lyme disease, but it’s a good idea to take precautions to avoid an infection. Read More »

Repairing the Planet’s Lungs

The oceans, sometimes called the lungs of the Earth, have absorbed 30 percent of carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions since the Industrial Revolution and captured 90 percent of the related excess heat. Read More »

Saving the Fading Night Sky

The Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History, in Washington, D.C., “Lights Out” exhibit is helping people understand that light pollution is a global problem with broad impact. Read More »

Seniors Want Fewer Prescriptions

In a new National Poll on Healthy Aging by the University of Michigan involving adults aged 50 to 80, the vast majority of respondents expressed an interest in cutting back on prescription medications. Read More »

Solar Community Hubs

Nearly half of the world’s population is without access to the internet. Dell Technologies, in partnership with Computer Aid International, is addressing the gap for people that might benefit the most. Read More »

Summer Broccoli Soup With Herb Croutons

This vibrant, lime green-colored soup is an excellent source of potassium, fiber, vitamins B6 and C, iron, magnesium and calcium. Read More »

The Microbiome Connection: How Soil and Human Health Are Related

The human gut microbiome, which is critical to fighting off disease, and soil microbiome, which enables plant growth, are vitally important to maintaining all life on our planet. Read More »

The Sweet Tapestry of Summer

Summer’s apex brings wildflower tapestries woven with cricket-song and evenings punctuated by rolling thunderstorms, but it also can be a time for us to take a deep dive into the miracle of interconnectedness. Read More »

Too Much Histamine: Natural Solutions to an Excessive Allergic Response

Histamine is an organic chemical produced by the body as a protection from allergens. It is also found in some of the foods we consume. Read More »