By Neil Zevnik
By The Hand: Austin Harvest There are many reasons why families in this country are unable to achieve optimal health, and one significant factor is living in a food desert. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) defines a food desert as “areas that lack access to affordable fruits, vegetables, whole grains, low-fat milk, … Continued
Some people run to stay in shape. Others run to relieve stress. Los Angeles runner Jonathan Sandoval has another reason; he runs to help and inspire others—including his son. “[Running] helps me shine a light on different organizations that are doing such good work for families like ours and for families that may have it … Continued
By Carime Lane
For many, September represents a fresh start—in school, work, and a new season. This makes it the perfect time of year to revamp our wellness routines to better align with the needs of our bodies and minds. A new season This coming fall season—like many of the seasons we pass through in our lives, including … Continued
By Leah Payne
A closet full of clothing and nothing to wear is such a common problem that it’s become a cliché. What’s far worse, of course, is the sad fact that our society continues to buy and discard clothing at a wildly unsustainable rate. The good news is that we can curate a wardrobe we love and … Continued
By Carole Ames
In a pinch, most of us can describe ourselves reasonably well, including our strengths and weaknesses, likes and dislikes. However, we may not know ourselves as well as we think we do, and that means we’re missing out. A recent Harvard Health study concluded that only 10 to 15 percent of their research group knew … Continued