Blossom into the Best Version of Yourself

I encourage you to take action and make the necessary shifts to experience optimal wellness in mind, body and soul. I think this month’s cover captures what I’m trying to convey beautifully: happy, healthy, vibrant, living in the moment and loving life. This is what I wish for us all! Read More »

Astrology for May 2023 with Pamela Cucinell

Goddess energy reverberates and can be heard deep within the core on May Day (May 1); even for those that discount the Earth as sacred, there is opportunity to listen. Read More »

Ayurveda: Using The Body’s Wisdom To Heal

Ayurveda, the oldest medical system in the world, believes in the body’s intelligence and the healing power within. Its aim is to assist the natural wisdom of the body to heal itself. Read More »

Connect With the Intelligence and Magic of Nature

Cathy Carter, owner of Kinship with Nature, and Michael Gulbrandsen, owner of Nature’s Whispers, have teamed up to offer a series of special nature workshops this summer. Read More »

Cultivating Your Best Self

Joy Matalon, a specialist in mind-body integration and healing, is collaborating with Dr. Erica Warren, a coach and learning specialist, to lead new monthly group events designed to inspire and support participants in a process of becoming big, fun and complete Read More »

Dr. Gertner Sees Recent Increase in Cases of Vertigo and Meniere’s Disease

Dr. George Gertner, DC, president of Upper Cervical Chiropractic of New York, is seeing an an exponential increase in vertigo or Meniere’s disease cases in his office. Read More »

Embodying Sexual Wellness

Certified Hypnotherapist Lisa Bleasdale guides clients through the Erotic Blueprint course to discover their sexual roadmap to arousal and pleasure. Read More »

Enhancing Women’s Wellness with CBD

According to Marcie Manfredonia, owner of CBD Live Natural, in Bedford Hills, CBD can offer myriad benefits to women for issues related to hormonal imbalances, period pain, anxiety and depression, menopause symptoms, skin care (including acne), sleep and even sex. Read More »

Experience a Reiki Healing Massage

Natalie Rapini, a licensed massage therapist and reiki practitioner, has introduced a new offering—Reiki Healing Massage—a one-of-a-kind healing experience for the mind, body and spirit. Read More »

Expert Guidance for Kids and Parents Navigating Healthy Habits

Certified Nutrition Coach and speech-language pathologist Julianna Bastone, owner of Good JuJu Nutrition, is now accepting new clients. Read More »

Fashion Spa and Hair Salon: Enhancing Your Radiant Appearance

At Fashion Spa and Hair Salon, a full-service European salon for men, women and teens, clients are offered the highest quality products, many of which are all-natural and non-toxic. Read More »

Follow Your Body’s Intelligence

Francesca Lilac Genco, owner of Song of the Body, provides sessions, classes and events centered on learning to listen and respond to the body’s intelligence as a path of healing and creative expression. Read More »

Hilda Demirjian Speaks at International Conference on Laser, Optics and Photonics in Paris

Hilda Demirjian, owner of Hilda Demirjian Laser and Skin Care Center, was a guest speaker at the annual International Conference on Laser, Optics and Photonics in Paris on March 27 and 28, 2023, and the only delegate from the U.S. Read More »

Local Lawn Care Company’s Mission has Sustainability at its Root

Green and Serene sustainable lawn care has moved to Dutchess County, offering weekly or biweekly residential lawn mowing and yard maintenance, spring cleanup, lawn top dressing and overseeding, yard clearing, small tree and shrub pruning and fall cleanup. Read More »

Moroccan Retreat Offers Women Rest, Adventure and Renewal

Join Ritual Oasis for a transformative and restorative journey—a women’s luxury wellness retreat—from September 16 through 22, 2023, in beautiful Morocco. Read More »

New Summer Retreats Overlooking the Hudson

This summer, the retreats and programs coming up in their newly refurbished center include two new offerings for adults under 45. Participants stay in air-conditioned comfort and enjoy the pool, picnics and the center’s beautiful property during the retreats. Read More »

Registration Open for June Men’s Health Series

Join Natural Awakenings and KnoWEwell for a life-changing online series entitled The Healthy Man. Each Tuesday in June (2023) starting at 5 p.m. PDT/8 p.m. EDT, hear from experts in the field on may cutting-edge topics Read More »

Retreat For Trauma Recovery

Brett Cotter of Stress Is Gone will conduct a five-day trauma recovery retreat, Overcome Trauma, Tension & Anxiety, from June 11 through 16, 2023, at Omega Institute for Holistic Studies educational retreat center, in Rhinebeck. Read More »

Saying Goodbye to a Beloved Local Gallery

The Life Energy Arts Gallery, in Mount Kisco, is closing after four wonderful years and they are extending an invitation to the community to attend a final celebration event from 3 to 6 p.m. May 20, 2023. Read More »

Sound Earth Celebrates 20 Years

Sound Earth and operator, Ann LaGoy, established her the residential and commercial cleaning service in 2003 developing an innovative line of non-toxic, cruelty-free cleaning products that are manufactured and produced in Dutchess County. Read More »

Spring Cider Week

Cider Week New York for this spring runs May 5 through 14, 2023. Cideries and restaurants in every region of the state will be pouring, tasting and enjoying cider with tastings, orchard tours, chef and cider pairings, cider markets and more. Read More »

Strawberry Avocado Salad

A delicious salad option. Top with dressing of your choice. Read More »

Sweet Harvest Sees Expansion

Sweet Harvest Superfood Café, with a flagship store in Cold Spring, is adding another location in Wappingers Falls, on June 1 (2023) plus a Splashdown Beach location and a West Point Military Academy location, both in the works for later this year. Read More »

Women’s Week Restorative Yoga Workshop

In celebration of Women's Health Week, Health-Balanced Fitness Studio, in Mahopac, will be hosting a 75-minute Restorative Yoga Workshop from 5:30 to 7 p.m. on May 12, 2023. All levels are welcome. Read More »

Yoga for Scoliosis

Cristina Roy, owner and certified Iyengar yoga teacher at Back2Health Yoga, is offering a four-week Yoga for Scoliosis series from 5:30 to 7 p.m. on Wednesdays, beginning May 24, 2023. Read More »

Your CBD Store Expands Beyond Line of Live Resin Products

Your CBD Store, the producer of SunMed, a premium hemp-based line of wellness products, has announced the expansion of their line of ground-breaking Beyond products. Read More »

Ashwagandha May Improve Women’s Sexual Experience

Ashwagandha(Withania som- nifera) is a known adaptogenic herb that has been reported to improve sexual satisfaction, sleep and quality of life in women. Read More »

Benefits of Water Immersion During Birth

Water immersion during labor is an increasingly popular birthing option for healthy women that experience a straightforward pregnancy, labor spontaneously at full term and plan to give birth in a midwifery-led care setting. Read More »

Bringing the Bounce Back: Integrative Treatments for Pets With Mobility Issues

While vets often suggest surgery for certain debilitating conditions, less invasive treatments might be just as effective with considerably less risk, particularly for animals that cannot tolerate anesthesia. Read More »

Carol Penn on Finding Calm in a Chaotic World

Dr. Carol Penn, double board-certified in family and obesity medicine, is a movement, meditation and mindset coach who teaches people to prioritize self-care to achieve their best and highest selves. Read More »

Earth-Friendly Delights for Mom

This year, consider putting an ecological spin on Mother’s Day by showering her with gifts that honor Mother Earth. Here are some sustainable gifting ideas. Read More »

Exploring the Doomsday Glacier

Roughly measuring the size of Florida, the Thwaites Glacier is one of the most rapidly melting ice formations in Antarctica, having retreated more than eight miles since the 1990s. Read More »

First Signs of Menopause: How to Resolve Vaginal Dryness

Today, integrative and functional doctors, researchers and continuing education instructors are leading the charge to provide innovative and customized answers for women experiencing vaginal dryness and other hormone-related symptoms. Read More »

Fir Trees Die in Record Numbers

According to unpublished research by the U.S. Forest Service reported by Columbia Insight, fir trees in Oregon and Washington died in record-breaking numbers in 2022. Read More »

Gardening Therapy: Healing Mind, Body and Spirit in the Yard

The exercise, sunshine and fresh air promote mental and physical health, and so does our contact with soil microbes and the harmonious patterns of nature. Read More »

Kale and Tempeh Tacos

In this yummy, low-carb taco recipe, cabbage leaves substitute for the tortillas and are filled with a mixture of protein-packed tempeh, veggies and lots of great spices. Read More »

Light Therapy for Autoimmune Symptoms

Fatigue is often reported as the most disabling symptom for people with autoimmune disorders, significantly impairing their physical, mental and social quality of life. Read More »

Microplastic Overload: Reducing Childhood Exposure

Researchers are investigating the human health impacts of these synthetic materials, and while we have a growing picture of potential risks, additional scientific exploration is needed to know how petroleum-based polymers affect kids. Read More »

Reversing Type 2 Diabetes With Diet

A Type 2 diabetes (T2D) diagnosis is often regarded as a lifelong sentence and typically treated as such, requiring an increasing number of drugs. However, sustained remission of T2D is now well established. Read More »

Scientists Invent Battery Made of Paper

Scientists have developed a water-activated, disposable, paper battery, according to a proof-of-concept study published in Scientific Reports. Read More »

Seniors Avoid the Hospital With Nature

New research has found that exposure to natural environments may reduce the risk of hospitalization for older adults with Alzheimer’s disease, related dementias and Parkinson’s disease. Read More »

Skin Fitness: Daily Routines for a Radiant Appearance

While many of us work out to tone our muscles, we may be neglecting the largest organ in the body: our skin. Read More »

Solving Stress: Holistic Tips From Lifestyle Doctors

Medicine is changing as a new class of doctors endeavors to treat the whole person rather than the symptoms of disease, helping their patients achieve optimal health with lifestyle changes, medicine, herbs, supplements and modalities tailored to the individual. Read More »

Sulfur Shortage Predicted

A shift away from fossil fuels and an increase in agricultural demand will cause the demand for sulfuric acid to increase considerably from 246 to 400 million metric tons by 2040. Read More »

Taking Control of Our Hormones: Nutritional Tips to Support the Delicate Balance

Think of hormones as the body’s messengers, sending signals that affect a host of functions.Keeping these hormones in proper balance is critical for health, and imbalances can lead to a wide range of effects. Read More »

The Divine Messiness of Motherhood

The pitter-patter of little feet is one of life’s most beautiful blessings, but motherhood has always been a challenging role. Read More »

Using Algae for Industrial Carbon Capture, Food, Fuel and Plastic

In an effort to reduce its carbon footprint, Honda is experimenting with the Chlamydomonas reinhardtii class of algae they have nicknamed “Dreamo." Read More »

Vanilla and Fig Scones With Pistachios

A great dessert or breakfast treat, a scone is a baked good usually made with wheat flour and butter. This recipe calls for almond flour instead to reduce the carbs and increase the nutrition. Read More »

Pine Lodge to be Restored This Summer

The Pine Lodge Senior Residence, at The Fellowship Community, in Chestnut Ridge, is now set to be rebuilt by July 2023. Read More »