“Science and mindfulness complement each other in helping people to eat well and maintain their health and well-being.”
Thich Nhat Hanh
Articles on Health & Wellness
Taking care of yourself and your health is key to a happy life. Whether you think you’ll be here for a long time or not, in the case that you are, take care of yourself!
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Little Miss Hannah Foundation Enhances Quality of Life for Children With Rare Diseases
The Little Miss Hannah Foundation, a Vegas-based non-profit, helps children with rare and medically complex diseases receive the necessary support and equipment.
‘My Mom Has Breast Cancer’
‘My mom has breast cancer.’ Writing those words pulls me back to the moment I thought them back in May. It’s hard to believe it’s already been almost six months.
Las Vegas Breast Cancer Warriors – Warriors Supporting Warriors
After a 2nd breast cancer diagnosis, AnnaMarie Missisian founded Las Vegas Breast Cancer Warriors to support other breast cancer patients/survivors!
Bri Turner – A Healing Journey and Becoming Spiritually Divine Bri
Bri Turner wasn’t planning on becoming a yoga instructor. She fell in love with yoga after being reintroduced to it and her path changed forever!
‘ARTUOK?’ – First Friday Celebrates Art’s Impact on Mental Health at 2nd Annual Resource Fair
The First Friday Foundation is gearing up for its 2ndannual ‘ARTUOK?’ event, celebrating how art and self-expression help with mental health and save lives!
Smart Solutions for Food Waste: Reduction and Proper Disposal
Food waste is a worldwide issue. While you may not be able to change the world, using a few sustainable practices at home can make a difference.
No Boots, No Bootstraps, No Christmas
People like to say, “Pull yourself up by your bootstraps,” but no one has any boots! This year, we can barely afford food, let alone Christmas for the kids.
World Marrow Donor Day and How You Can Help
Today, World Marrow Donor Day, sheds light on the World Marrow Donor Association, the importance of registering as a stem cell donor, and the impact of blood stem cell transplantation on patients’ lives.
Happy Camper Overdose Response Team: Responding to the Fentanyl Epidemic
Happy Camper Overdose Response is working to address the issue of fentanyl overdose here in Las Vegas through education and response at local events.
Shaydyside Coffee and Sips: Recuperation Through Coffee
Combining her love for the outdoors, mental health, and the ingredients we put in our bodies, Shayden Hartley started a coffee truck – Shaydyside Coffee and Sips!
ArtUOK? – Celebrating Art’s Impact on Mental Health
The First Friday Foundation is gearing up for its 3rd annual ‘ArtUOK?’ event, celebrating how art and self-expression help with mental health and even save lives!
My Experience Being a Caregiver For My Mom
Today is National Caregivers Day, and being a caregiver to my mom, I’ve been wanting to write about my experience with that for a while now.
Alisa Howard – The Accidental Public Health Advocate
Alisa Howard, “The Accidental Public Health Advocate,” is tackling public health issues with a multifaceted approach.
Desert Breeze Community Center Offers a Refreshing Facility For Family Fun
The Desert Breeze Community Center of Las Vegas offers a variety of programs & classes for people of all ages on the southwest side of town.
Las Vegas Mother Encourages Hiking and Nature Activities for Family’s Well-Being
An interest in nature compelled Las Vegas resident Samira Tamules to value hiking and camping with her children as a time to bond.
ADHD Awareness: My Personal Journey
Two years ago, I began my journey of understanding my ADHD. A lot has happened since then as I’ve taken the next steps in addressing how it impacts my life.
The Effects of Stress on College Students
With the ongoing pandemic, college students are more stressed than ever. That’s why Kiara spoke to some about their stress and how they relieve it!
From Bump to Babies – Local Midwife Delivering Joy
Camila Santiago, a Certified Professional Midwife (CPM) who started her own home birth service called From Bump to Babies discusses her line of work. Click to read more!
Endometriosis Awareness Month
For Endometriosis Month, Kiara interviewed her mother to help raise awareness about this conditions that impacts so many people’s lives.
Yoga: Enhancing Your Health And Mind
Today we celebrate World Yoga Day, a day to both practice yoga while also raising awareness to human rights abuses. Click to read more!
Vegan Recipes To Help You Eat Healthier in College
Vegan meals are a great way to prioritize health with any lifestyle, especially for college students. Check out some of these vegan recipes to try!
Hobby Time: Finding What Truly Matters in Life
Finding a hobby or the time to explore one is often a difficult endeavor in this fast-paced, ever-changing world. Read about how some people find a way to explore their hobbies.
The Solidarity Fridge: Feeding the Community
Noticing worsening food insecurity in the community, Victoria Flores set up The Solidarity Fridge right outside her own home, with food available to anyone 24/7.
Goat Yoga LV: A Great Way to “Kid” Around
Pairing goats with yoga, Goat Yoga LV provides a unique, fun, and relaxing experience to those looking for something new in their self-care routine.
Hold Your Horses: Horse Meditation & Equine Therapy
In a unique, equine experience, one local organization invites you to “Hold Your Horses” and join them for a sunset meditation in the company of horses.
Addressing Mental Illness and How to Help Those Struggling With It
Affecting how individuals act, feel, and think, mental illness impacts people of all ages. It fluctuates throughout our lives based on various factors, including our genetics, the experiences we go through, and situations we find ourselves in. Every year, millions of people receive diagnoses for mental illness.
Acknowledging Mental Health
Celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month in May to raise awareness for those who struggle with mental illness and how it impacts their well-being.
Celebrating Get Organized Day
Reset things today for Get Organized Day! This obscure holiday reminds people to commit themselves to organize their thoughts, items, & lives.
Self-love With Leticia – Give Yourself the Gift of Self-care
Promoting the development of personal self-care regimens, local health and wellness business Self-love With Leticia offers workshops and monthly subscription bundles of themed self-care items.
Growing Pains
The older we get, the more we realize that time is precious. Once we realize this, the growing pains begin as we start to fear time moving too fast.
Super Natural NiA – Teas with a Purpose
With a mission to help people return to their roots through plant medicine, Super Natural NiA offers teas to help with different ailments.
Home Delivery: Motherhood Collective Offers Midwife Services
For one of the most intensive labors the human body can endure, it’s important to have a coach. That’s where Motherhood Collective comes in.
“The Obesity-Hunger Paradox” Response
Despite America being one of the wealthiest and overweight countries, the levels of hunger and food-insecurity occurring at the same time are cause for concern. Marc Orkins breaks down his response to the Obesity-Hunger Paradox (by Sam Dolnick), covering the issues at hand and how to address them.
Self-Care Practices Part 2 – Improve Creativity & Curiosity
Self-care has been an important topic of conversation in terms of health and wellness recently. But self-care for the purpose of nurturing a healthy level of creativity and curiosity about the world is just as important! Read more to learn how things like art, reading, writing and other practices can tie into your self-care routine and improve other aspects of your life.
Rise and Shine
Setting up a morning routine can be difficult, but it doesn’t have to be! Check out the base steps Lucci lays out to help you seize the day!
Self-Care Practices Part 1 – Restoring Energy and Health
In our hectic, day-to-day lives we often forget to spend some time on ourselves. As a result, we tire ourselves, over-work ourselves, and often forget ourselves.
Read more about how to restore your energy and your health!