Insights
Hurricane Helene’s Aftermath – A Community’s Resilience in Asheville with Zach Cahn
With Zachari Cahn Dr. Zachari Cahn holds a Masters degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine from the Oregon College of Oriental Medicine, the top rated accredited Chinese Medical School in the US and Doctorates from the Pacific College of Health & Sciences . With over 6 years of training and 20 years practicing
Yoga Poses to Stimulate Digestion and Reduce Bloating
Many of us experience bloating, discomfort, and sluggish digestion due to stress, poor diet, and sedentary lifestyles.
Healing the Body with Our Own Stem Cells with Christian Drapeau
With Christian Drapeau Christian Drapeau is one of the leading Stem Cell scientists today. He is one of America’s best known advocates for Adult Stem
People are just as happy as they make up their minds to be.
By adopting mindful approaches, we can learn to use digital tools in ways that enhance our lives without compromising our well-being.
Popular Now
10 Self-Expressions to Leave Behind in 2021 for a Fuller Life
While supreme organization (or Life Gardening, as we like to call it) requires singular vision and unity of purpose, it also requires disarming ourselves of bad habits (weeding, to continue the metaphor.) Not all of our attributes and expressions contribute to our goals, and some even hinder them. This, we
Spring Time in TCM – Plus, 5 Plants You Can Forage
It almost feels like if you say it out loud, you’ll jinx it. But the weather is starting to change for those of us in areas of the country where our seasons are markedly different. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the winter is marked by the “fear” emotion – this year’s
3 Hormonal Shifts to Get Used to During Perimenopause
Finding a rogue hair on your chin is the least of your worries, if you’re perimenopausal. What a mouthful – but what does it mean? “Perimenopause” simply means “around menopause” and refers to the body’s transition from the active reproduction phase of a woman’s life cycle to the menopausal phase,
Why Laziness is a Fake Personality Flaw
Evidence suggests that laziness doesn’t exist at all. Laziness exists only for the person throwing the stone, and not for the person at which the stone is cast. Confused? Here, it’s simple: laziness isn’t real. But a person’s uncommunicated or unknown blocks are very real indeed, especially if they’re quietly
Diet and Nutrition
5 Urban Monk Recipes: Wholesome and Delicious Meals for Inner Harmony
Eating healthily and mindfully is a cornerstone of the Urban Monk lifestyle. The Urban Monk philosophy encourages a deep understanding of nourishment, where food is not just about sustenance but also about holistic well-being.
Supercharge Your Energy with Urban Monk Nutrition Hacks
Armed with this knowledge of energy-boosting foods, the next step is to incorporate these hacks into our daily dietary routines. Here’s how you can do it:
Wellness
Changing Your Mood to Change Your Life: Practical Strategies for Better Outcomes
With Dr Pedram Shojai NY Times Best Selling author and film maker. Taoist Abbot and Qigong master. Husband and dad. I’m here to help you find your way and be healthy and happy. I don’t want to be your guru…just someone who’ll help point the way. If you’re looking for
Breaking Free from People-Pleasing – The Urban Monk’s Guide to Healthy Boundaries
With Dr Pedram Shojai NY Times Best Selling author and film maker. Taoist Abbot and Qigong master. Husband and dad. I’m here to help you find your way and be healthy and happy. I don’t want to be your guru…just someone who’ll help point the way. If you’re looking for
Shutting Down the Mind – The Art of Deep Sleep Preparation with Dr Pedram Shojai
With Dr Pedram Shojai NY Times Best Selling author and film maker. Taoist Abbot and Qigong master. Husband and dad. I’m here to help you find your way and be healthy and happy. I don’t want to be your guru…just someone who’ll help point the way. If you’re looking for
Healthy Hormones and Looking at Menopause Differently with Dr Sharon Stills
Meet Dr Sharon Stills Dr. Sharon Stills is a Naturopathic Medical Doctor providing comprehensive health care, therapeutic and diagnostic services to patients worldwide. She combines her conventional medical training, data-driven science, cutting-edge diagnostic tools and a deep knowledge of natural healing to effectively identify and treat health concerns ranging from
Building a Healthy Home. A discussion with Ryan Blaser
Meet Ryan Blaser Ryan Blaser is the accomplished Founder and CEO of Test My Home, an environmental company dedicated to improving people’s health and wellbeing. As a functional medicine doctor for your home, Ryan uses his expertise in building biology and healthy home consulting to identify and address toxic sources
Living a non-toxic lifestyle with Warren Phillips
Meet Warren Phillips Warren Phillips, M.S., the Non-Toxic Dad, is a social movement that educates individuals to choose a non-toxic lifestyle. A passionate and energetic individual, he lives by his words and works tirelessly to educate the world about avoiding and removing toxins. Non-Toxic Dad has reached and impacted over
Gardening
Natural Weed Repellents You Can Make at Home
There’s nothing quite as heartbreaking as watching insidious invasive forces strangle the life out of the garden you’d built from nothing. Well, there are plenty
Your Grandma’s Not Crazy – Food DID Used to Be Better for You
Every generation has a tendency to decry the ignorance of the generations that came before it, and lament the progress of the generations that come
Controlled Burns, Indigenous Practices, and the California Wildfires
2,000 year-old trees in one of America’s most storied parks have been fighting for their lives since the California wildfires started raging in the last
Gut Health
The Power of Probiotics: Understanding the Role of Good Bacteria in Our Gut
Recent studies have shown that the balance of bacteria in our gut can impact our immune system, mood, and even weight management.
The Microbiome and Aging: How Our Gut Bacteria Changes as We Get Older
While the composition of the microbiome is unique to each individual, there are certain patterns that emerge as we age.
Fitness
Physical Fitness to Get Your Gut Health in Gear
A lot can happen in 42 days.
Habits form, people fall in love, zucchinis grow.
And according to recent research, the bacteria in the gut microbiome changes after only 42 days — or six weeks — of exercise. That’s without changing your diet, medication, or anything else.
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Radical Longevity: Practical Lessons on Sustaining Vitality
The toxic bioaccumulation in our world has reached a fever pitch. Ten years ago, I was worried. Twenty years ago, I was cautious. Now? I’m frantic, and if you’re paying attention, you should be too. Ann Louise Gittleman, who is 71 years young (though you’d never know it to hear
Are Your Adrenals Exhausted? Here’s How You Can Tell…
Quick – point to your adrenal glands.
Did you point to either side of your abdomen, right under your rib cage?
If not, we’ve got bad news: You have no idea where your adrenals are. And you might not know how important they are, either.
Physical Fitness to Get Your Gut Health in Gear
A lot can happen in 42 days. Habits form, people fall in love, zucchinis grow. And according to recent research, the bacteria in the gut microbiome changes after only 42 days — or six weeks — of exercise. That’s without changing your diet, medication, or anything else. A burgeoning field
Mental health
Can Holistic Health Practices Slow Down Alzheimer’s?
As the medical community continues to explore ways to slow down the progression of this disease, attention is being drawn towards the potential benefits of holistic health practices.
The Power of Positive Thinking: How Mind Impacts Body
This comprehensive article will delve into the power of positive thinking, exploring how the mind affects the body, and providing practical strategies to harness this power.
Sleep
Sleep and Stress: How to Sleep Better When You’re Feeling Overwhelmed
Sleep is essential for our overall well-being. It helps us to recharge, stay focused, and maintain a healthy mind and body. However, when we’re feeling overwhelmed, getting a good night’s sleep can be a challenge. Stress can cause our minds to race, making it difficult to relax and fall asleep.
Sleeping with Technology: How Screens Impact Your Sleep and How to Combat It
From smartphones to tablets, laptops to smartwatches, screens have become an integral part of our daily lives. However, the increasing use of technology has also brought with it some negative consequences, especially when it comes to our sleep.
The Evolution of the Mattress Has Saved Countless Lives
Waking up on the wrong side of the bed in 2021 is quite a different story from where you might’ve woken up if you’d been born in a different generation… For example, the generation of our ancestors 77,000 years removed – would that make them Gen A, do you think? That’s
“Cracking the Code: Master the Art of Sleeping Through the Night”-Sleep and Endotoxemia
Sleep and Endotoxemia [00:00:00] Are you tired of waking up in the middle of the night tossing and turning, waking up at three in the morning? Wide awake, unable to fall back asleep. It’s more common than you think, and there is a reason for it, but. It’s not a
Relationships
Unveiling the Mystery: What Is the 6th Love Language?
In the realm of interpersonal connections and intimate relationships, the concept of “love languages” plays a pivotal role.
Beyond Words and Actions: The 6th Love Language and Its Impact
In this article, we delve into the depths of this sixth love language and explore its profound impact on our connections with others.
Finance
Dip Your Toes into Personal Finance with HYSAs
Burning the candle at both ends may temporarily add to your bottom line. But you’re working hard, not smart.
And since you hear so much in the news about recessions, crashes, corrections, bear markets,
How to Vote with your Dollar in a Homogenized Wine Industry
How is it that in period pieces, medieval knights drink ale at every meal (breakfast included) and Roman soldiers and Nordic Vikings are constantly guzzling wine? Was it really like that? And if so, why
Dip Your Toes into Personal Finance with HYSAs
The FOMO of watching your friends make a killing on bitcoin… Or discussing multiple streams of passive dividend income… Or hearing whispered secrets about the latest hot pot stock that’ll have you retiring at 30…
How to Use Free Market Capitalism the Right Way
We hear it all the time – America runs on free market capitalism.
But what does that mean? Is it the same as garden variety capitalism? While we make an attempt to educate ourselves