Letter from The Publisher

As 2020 comes to a close, I feel it’s more important than ever to choose to be grateful (there is always something to be thankful for!), to focus on things within my control and to work hard to make a positive difference. Read More »

Holistic Medicine in Montpelier

As one of the most experienced practitioners of Nambudripad’s Allergy Elimination Techniques (NAET) in the country, he helps patients find and eliminate allergies and systemic reactions that are making them unwell. Read More »

Pelvic Health Added at RVA Physical Therapy

RVA Physical Therapy has added pelvic health physical therapy services that allow owner Dr. Ramky Kavaserry and his staff to treat a wide range of conditions, including urinary incontinence, fecal incontinence, chronic pelvic pain syndrome, pelvic neuralgia, endometriosis, bowel disorders, vulvar pain, painful intercourse dyspareunia and sexual dysfunction. Read More »

Kultivate Wellness Opens Second Location

All of their products are available at the new location to help ease a wide array of ailments and conditions, including stress, anxiety, pain, inflammation and insomnia. Read More »

The Innerwork Center Adopts New Sliding Scale Pricing Model

The Innerwork Center offers award-winning keynotes, single and multi-session programs, retreats, donation-based drop-ins and other unique opportunities to do innerwork individually and collectively. Their program categories include Mindfulness, Creative Expression and Movement, Psychology and Consciousness and Wisdom Traditions and Spirituality. Read More »

Experience Certified Holistic Pelvic Care

Blissful Heart Women’s Integrative Health is offering a 20 percent discount on Holistic Pelvic Care packages for new clients through the end of the year. Their unique approach to pelvic floor therapy is designed to promote wellness and restore balance. Read More »

Prenatal Massage Therapy Now at Scherm Chiropractic

“If you are pregnant and either need to relax before the baby gets here, or have lower back, mid-back or neck pain, massage is a great fit for you. For those that are over 36 weeks pregnant, we also have some trigger point skills that may help get your body starting the delivery process.” Read More »

Taking the Sting Out of Beekeeping

The nonprofit Living Water Community Center is sponsoring a Backyard Beehive Initiative that allows people to support the local honey bee population by hosting a hive for the spring and summer seasons. Read More »

Local Environmental Film Festival Contest Accepting Entries

The competition is open to Virginia residents with films based on environmental topics pertaining to Virginia. Films of all formats and genres will be considered. Read More »

Project Yoga Richmond Offers New Options for Kids and Teens

Wellness nonprofit Project Yoga Richmond (PYR) operates through a pay-what-you-can model and now offers more opportunities for children and their families to relax, restore, share, heal and support one another through yoga and meditation. Read More »

Richmond Takes Action to Ensure Residents Have Better Access to Green Spaces

Parks and green spaces promote community resiliency by reducing the urban heat island effect, sequestering carbon emissions, improving local air quality and absorbing stormwater that contributes to localized flooding and river pollution. Read More »

Kudos ~ Allison Morris, MS, RD

Morris believes in an alternative to the diet approach and tackles nutrition from a food-inclusive and body-positive approach. Read More »

Body Gratitude: Being Thankful Empowers Our Workouts

Ways to cultivate an appreciation for our bodies to help us stay motivated at maintaining a workout routine and reap the many health benefits of exercise and gratitude. Read More »

Canadian Species Extinction Risk Looms

Species of global conservation concern have declined in Canada by 42 percent and Canadian at-risk species fell by 59 percent, between 1970 and 2016, according to a new report. Read More »

Climate Change Impedes Wildfire Reforestation Efforts

A study found that forest recovery declines significantly under warmer, drier conditions caused by climate change, making forests less resilient to fire. Read More »

Cranberry Sauce with Maple Syrup

Delicious maple syrup, orange juice, cinnamon and cranberries are boiled down to a syrupy, slightly sweet and spicy sauce in this tasty holiday recipe. Read More »

Denim Microfibers Pervade Waterways

Blue jeans create a unique type of environmental pollution as researchers have detected indigo denim microfibers in wastewater effluent, lakes and even remote Arctic marine sediment. Read More »

Discarded Solar Panels Result in Toxic Pollution

As millions of metric tons of solar panel waste containing lead are projected in the coming years, groups are working ensure proper recycling protocols are in place. Read More »

Do Aerobic Exercises to Improve Fatty Liver Condition

A new study finds that aerobic exercise can have significant improvements in markers of liver and metabolic health, helping those with metabolic-associated fatty liver disease (MAFLD). Read More »

Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Surging in California

The state of California has approved a $437 million campaign devoted to building thousands of electric vehicle (EV) chargers. Read More »

Fix It, Don’t Nix It: Repairing Can Prolong Life of Products

When something breaks, don’t replace it­—fix it. Here are tips to help DIY fix just about anything. Read More »

Get B12 in a Vegan Diet from Dough Fermentation

Fermenting dough using Propionibacterium freudenreichii bacteria along with Lactobacillus brevis can produce enough B12 to fulfill the nutritional need for vegans. Read More »

Giving Thanks for a Healthy Feast: How to Lighten Up Thanksgiving Fare

Thanksgiving might be a smaller affair this year, making it the perfect time to up the side-dish game, embrace healthier options and take advantage of delicious, in-season produce. Read More »

Giving Thanks: Meditation on Gratitude and Joy

Bestselling author, Buddhist practitioner and mindfulness practice teacher Jack Kornfield offers a meditation that opens our hearts to gratitude and joy this holiday season. Read More »

Have Conflicts Mediated for Best Results

Couples who have arguments mediated by a third party report feeling more satisfied with the content and progress of the discussion and have fewer residual issues. Read More »

Homemade Mask Recipes

DIY recipes for homemade green tea, turmeric and black pepper facial masks from Marlene Adelmann's Botanical Skin Care Recipe Book. Read More »

Mindful Parenting: The Conscious Path to Raising a Child

Conscious, mindful, soulful, awake and peaceful parenting tips to help connect deeply with kids through love, authenticity and acceptance of the child’s innate nature. Read More »

Mushroom Gravy

This rich, flavorful, vegan mushroom gravy recipe is perfect served over potatoes and veggie loafs. It’s easy to prepare and inexpensive. Read More »

Natural Beauty: Homemade Solutions for Glowing Skin

Natural DIY skincare routines using chemical-free, inexpensive ingredients made from healthy, everyday products already present in most homes. Read More »

Preventing Type 2 Diabetes: Natural Lifestyle Choices to Curb the Disease

Research-backed lifestyle strategies, including healthy diet, exercise, herbs and sleep, that can help to lower the risk and harm of diabetes. Read More »

Pumpkin Spice No-Bake Energy Balls

This gluten-free, vegan and paleo recipe for Pumpkin Spice No-Bake Energy Balls combines the flavors of fall for a healthy and delicious treat. Read More »

Scientists Confront Academic Racism

Nearly 6,000 scientists signed a pledge to #ShutDownSTEM on June 10, the day of the Strike for Black Lives across higher education. Read More »

Sherri Mitchell on Indigenous Wisdom for Our Times

Author, attorney, spiritual teacher and indigenous rights activist Sherri Mitchell offers a set of cultural values to help preserve our collective survival for future generations. Read More »

Skin-Soothing Herbs for Dogs and Cats: Simple Ways to Reduce Itching

From allergies to liver deficiency to diet, many factors can itch, inflame and irritate the skin of our pets. Here are herbs that can help comfort and relieve an itchy dog or cat. Read More »

Steps to Building Body Gratitude

Affirmations, daily techniques, gratitude yoga poses and movement exercises to help build up appreciation for our bodies. Read More »

Strategies for Soulful Parenting

Renée Peterson Trudeau, the author of Nurturing the Soul of Your Family and The Mother’s Guide to Self-Renewal, offers suggestions for soulful parenting. Read More »

Strategies to Prevent Diabetes

Nutrition tips, holistic insight and inspirational strategies from health professionals to help prevent diabetes. Read More »

Take Vitamin D and Calcium to Reduce Vertigo

A study finds that vitamin D and calcium supplementation can help to reduce episodes of benign paroxysmal positional vertigo. Read More »

Thanksgiving Green Bean Casserole

This vegan twist on the classic green bean casserole recipe is a healthy way to incorporate more vegetables into Thanksgiving feasts. Read More »

The Green Burial Revolution: Sustainable End-of-Life Options

Green burial options emerging in the funeral industry that honor the deceased in environmentally-friendly and affordable ways. Read More »

Topical Herbs that Relieve the Itch

Effective topical herbal remedies to help naturally relieve pet itching and reduce inflammation and redness in suffering dogs and cats such as witch hazel, aloe vera, calendula and teas. Read More »

Try Flaxseed Oil to Reduce Weight and Body Mass Index

Flaxseed, with its high nutritional value and low glycemic profile, can help with weight loss and a lower body mass index. Read More »

Try Rhodiola and Black Cohosh for Menopausal Symptoms

The herb black cohosh, long been used to relieve menopausal symptoms, is most effective when combined with rhodiola, an adaptogenic herb known for balancing stress hormones. Read More »