Sleep Wellness Wilmington and Airway Dentistry

Dr. Casey Jones, owner of Sleep Wellness Wilmington comments on airway dentistry. Read More »

Sweet Lullaby: Better Sleep for Children

Sweet Lullaby: Better Sleep for Children Read More »

Holistic Nurses Conference in Little River

The American Holistic Nurses Association (AHNA) is presenting a Self-Care Conference from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on March 31 at the C.B. Berry Recreational Center, in Little River. Read More »

Cape Fear Smiles Expansions, Enhancements at Award-Winning Practice

The practice of Dr. Norma Cortez, owner of Cape Fear Smiles, specializing in general and cosmetic dentistry, has earned several recent awards including Best Dentist Office in the 2022 StarNews’ Best of the Best Shore Picks. Read More »

New Earth Consciousness Expo Coming in May

It’s time again for the annual New Earth Consciousness Expo. This year’s venue will occur between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. on May 20 at the Hampton Inn 17th Street, Wilmington. Read More »

Active Life Bodywork and Nutrition Celebrates 25 Years

Brandon Sutton, a licensed bodywork therapist and owner of Active Life Bodywork, is celebrating 25 years of practice in downtown Morehead City. Read More »

Acu-Sound Bath Treatment Experience in Morehead City

A special demonstration will be held from 6 to 7: 30 p.m. at Bodhi Yoga, in Morehead City. Read More »

Wilmington Earth Day Festival 2023

Wilmington’s annual Earth Day Festival is scheduled from noon to 6 p.m. on April 22, in Long Leaf Park. Read More »

Nourished Retreats at the Pineapple Beach Club

Nourished Retreats is hosting a local weekend getaway from beginning with check-in at 5 p.m. April 20 through 11 a.m. on April 23 in Ocean Isle Beach. Read More »

Blackened Salmon Tacos

A salmon and plant-based dish from the Multiple Sclerosis Diet Plan and Cookbook. Read More »

Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice

A delicious plant-based recipe for healthy kidneys. Excerpted from Multiple Sclerosis Diet Plan and Cookbook. Read More »

Crackdown on Musical Bows Made from Rare Wood

For centuries, brazilwood (Paubrasilia echinata) has been used to make the finest bows for classical stringed instruments due to its unmatched ability to project sound. Read More »

Eco-Friendly Water Heating

When it comes time to replace the water heater, homeowners have an opportunity to save money and significantly lower their carbon footprint by choosing more efficient appliances. Read More »

Finding Hope in Action: Saving Earth and Water with Small Steps

Everything we do for the environment has an impact on the Earth and our water. There are many positive examples of our personal impact on our vanishing resources including improvements to the ozone layer and policies to reduce plastics. Read More »

First Honeybee Vaccine Approved

According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) more than 100 U.S. crops depend on pollination by honeybees and other insects. Read More »

Human-Grade Dog Foods Lead to Less Poop

Although human-grade foods for pets are commercially available, little research has been done on their health impacts. Read More »

Injured Whale Makes Long Journey

At the end of 2022, an extraordinary whale named Moon made the 3,100-mile journey from British Columbia to Hawaii with a broken back. Read More »

Loving Our Kidneys: Edible Allies, Integrative Treatments and Lifestyle Tips

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that one in seven adults are diagnosed annually with chronic kidney disease (CKD). Managing CKD requires a multilevel approach, including lifestyle and diet changes. Read More »

Nations Agree to Protect Biodiversity

Scientists have warned for years that as forests and grasslands are disappearing at unprecedented rates and oceans are pressured by pollution, humans are pushing Earth beyond tenable limits. Read More »

Natural Remedies for Pets: Seven Non-Toxic Treatments for Common Ailments

Natural remedies and healing therapies are not just for humans, they also help pets overcome illness and maintain optimal health. Read More »

PLANT-BASED RESOURCES

Documentary Films, Websites and Cookbooks to help you on your plant-based lifestyle. Read More »

Supplements That Help the Heart

A new study conducted by researchers at Brown University has identified certain supplements that may be beneficial for heart health. Read More »

Terry Wahls on Managing Autoimmune Disease With Lifestyle Interventions

Terry Wahls, M.D., has used her personal battle with multiple sclerosis as a platform to research ways to help others. Read More »

The Cellular Magic of Compassion

According to sources cited by the Random Acts of Kindness Foundation, neurotransmitters stimulated by compassion have a stronger influence on health and longevity than exercise and other positive lifestyle factors. Read More »

Thriving With Multiple Sclerosis: How to Reduce Inflammation and Promote Neuroregeneration

Thanks to advances in lifestyle-related research, people with multiple sclerosis (MS) can slow or reverse disease progression. Read More »

Veggies for the Win: Five Reasons to Choose a Plant-Based Lifestyle

Plant-based eating is about proportionately choosing more foods from plant sources. The benefits of making this dietary shift include disease prevention, clean eating, anti-inflammatory properties, environmental sustainability, and improvements in mental and emotional health. Read More »

Walnuts to Relieve Exam Stress

Stressed college students might benefit by adding walnuts to their diet before their next exam. Read More »

Wooden Wind Turbines

Wind turbines provide one of the cleanest sources of energy; the power they produce is free, helping us reduce our dependence on fossil fuels. Read More »

Work Harder and Smarter: Benefits of High-Intensity Interval Training

A High-intensity interval training (HIIT) workout consists of a series of short bursts of intense activity interspersed with periods of rest or low-intensity movement called “active recovery”. Read More »

Gut Microbiome May Influence Obesity

A new study may shed light on why some people gain more weight than others regardless of diet and activity levels. Read More »