Photo caption: Mountain Biking is the pinnacle of adventure in Southern Illinois, with opportunities waiting to be discovered all around the region.

There’s a plethora of opportunities for cyclists of all disciplines, each offering a unique experience. The best part? These trails are not overrun by visitors, ensuring you’ll always find a great spot to ride.… [click headline to read more]

By William Mitchell M.Div., BCH, CI

Attend the Heartland Hypnosis Conference to Learn How Hypnosis Can Help You

When people find out that I am both a Protestant Minister and a Hypnotist, they want to know what can be done with Hypnosis. Most people immediately think of entertaining hypnosis stage shows. However, Hypnotism is much more than… [click headline to read more]

By Dr. Gail Cloud

Many of you may or not know, I have written a memoir called, Therapist’s Daughter. Writing it is a big departure for me. I usually do not share such vulnerabilities with many people; I am or have been a private person. As I got older it felt like it was time for… [click headline to read more]

By Simon Yu MD

Think the impossible possible. In medical training we are taught that damaged neurons do not regenerate. Until you see and witness what you thought was impossible, many physicians are stuck in that mindset despite overwhelming evidence of neuroplasticity.  

The paradigm is shifting. Dr. Kattou came to St. Louis in August to co-lead… [click headline to read more]

By Dr. Amy Davis, M.D.

Functional Medicine is focused on overall health by using personalized and system-oriented medical care. We are all truly unique in our genetic makeup and in how our environmental exposures impact us. There are two different components that contribute to biochemical individuality.

First, the genes inherited from your parents and ancestors determine physical… [click headline to read more]

As November brings cooler weather and the busy holiday season, taking time for yourself is essential. Massage offers a natural and effective way to combat the stresses of the season, leaving you relaxed and revitalized. 

Cooler temperatures can lead to muscle stiffness, joint pain, and decreased circulation. Massage helps by:

Increasing Circulation: Massage promotes healthy blood flow, easing… [click headline to read more]

By Jen Scalia

Artwork: Dolphin Healer and Sky Watcher

My artistic approach is a little bit unique in some ways because I’ve worked with energy healing arts since 2007 and it has now become a part of my art work. I didn’t begin to paint until 2016 but after so many years; and a bit of push… [click headline to read more]

Kirkwood Station Dental, a cornerstone of family dental care in downtown Kirkwood, is thrilled to announce the addition of Dr. TJ Grybinas to its team of dedicated professionals. For over four decades, Kirkwood Station Dental has been providing exceptional dental services to St. Louis families, and the arrival of Dr. Grybinas marks an exciting new… [click headline to read more]

Most of us recycle, or at the very least, most of us want to recycle. Each year on November 15th, millions of people across the United States take part in America Recycles Day, but what about the rest of the year?

Earthbound Recycling in Eureka will definitely be open on November 15th, and we will definitely… [click headline to read more]

By Steve Davies, Healthy Planet Columnist

As someone who has recycled for almost as long as I can remember, I still see so many other ways where we can do more. I see things in recycling bins that don’t belong there, products that could honestly be packaged more earth-friendly and so many places like retail stores… [click headline to read more]

By Diane K. Wilson

This holiday season, let’s embrace the spirit of giving and raise everyone’s VIBRATION and FREQUENCY without completely focusing on just material things. Share gifts that nourish the soul and enhance well-being.

Here are 10 thoughtful and holistic ideas that come straight from the heart:

Guided Meditation Session: Offer to guide a loved one through… [click headline to read more]

By Dan Zarlenga, Missouri Department of Conservation

Photo caption: Slowing down and staying alert while driving is the best way to avoid deer collisions this time of year. 

Photo courtesy of the Missouri Department of Conservation.

It’s always good advice when driving not to get stuck in a rut. This time of year, there’s one rut you definitely… [click headline to read more]

By Tom & Carol Braford

In the year 2100, we are still here, and we are able once again to hear the rolling thunder in decades-long dried out lands. At last, we can enjoy the four seasons again at the edge of the Arctic and Antarctic. Europe is thawing out and parts of the tropics are… [click headline to read more]

By Susan Hunt-Bradford

When the Cameras Leave, the Loss is Still There

As the November issue of The Healthy Planet comes together, my thoughts are heavily weighed down by the recent hurricanes that have wreaked havoc along the southeast. The images of destruction, the stories of lives lost, and the need for help from those affected resonate… [click headline to read more]

By Natalie R. Toney M.F.A., C.H., Healthy Planet Food Editor

Can you imagine a healthy, hearty, flavorful, gluten-free, vegetarian, all-in-one meal on Thanksgiving? Well, I think it actually exists as a gluten-free veggie lentil pot pie!

Perfect with a side of potatoes, cranberries, or served on its own, this pot pie is every bit as good as… [click headline to read more]

By Charlie Hall, GDA program assistant and Gillian Garland, GDA program manager

As global warming intensifies, the need for sustainable eating choices has become urgent. Consumers are increasingly aware of the environmental impacts of their dining decisions, making sustainable practices crucial for restaurants. The Green Dining Alliance (GDA), a program by the nonprofit earthday365, is dedicated… [click headline to read more]

By Jean Ponzi

This is our cat friend Lulu, in one word. 

She is also long, brown-striped, hazel-eyed, luxuriously furry, loose and drapey, funny, fast, and wide when she lays down. Bright heart of Lulu’s nature is Loveliness, pure and simple. 

Lulu is living, purring proof that “Beauty Is as Beauty Does.”

I didn’t get how fine this is,… [click headline to read more]

By JB Lester

Finally, there is a crispness in the air as summer bids a protracted farewell. I saw a lone Monarch flutter by the Halloween decorations hanging from the front porch. A blue jay is squawking at one of our feral cats near the arbor vitae. Our neighbor’s maple tree is just beginning to turn… [click headline to read more]

Wayne Sirles, President at Rendleman Orchards

Photo by: Devin Leigh Photography

Rendleman Orchards, located in Alto Pass, Illinois, is proud to announce its recent achievement of Eco Certification, joining a community of forward-thinking farmers who are committed to sustainable and environmentally responsible fruit growing practices. The Eco-Certified Fruit program, known for its high ecological standards, focuses on… [click headline to read more]

By Michelle “Mike” Ochonicky, Healthy Planet Arts Editor

Art work: Pilobolus, presented by Dance St. Louis at the Touhill

Here at The Healthy Planet, as a printed magazine, we go to press early— it’s still October as I write this. But, as you read this, elections may be over. Whatever the outcome, we can probably all agree… [click headline to read more]

By Linda Wiggen Kraft, Healthy Planet Green & Growing Editor

In this season of giving thanks, take time to create a special way of thanking your garden. A ritual that can be part of each Thanksgiving season is the planting of seeds. Not the seeds of plants, but the seeds of thanks. These are seeds that… [click headline to read more]

Authors: 2nd Grade Students of Principia School

Dear Reader,

This fall our second grade class at Principia School noticed there weren’t a lot of Monarch butterflies in the native plant garden on our playground. We wanted to find out why so we did some research. We learned there was a drought last year in Texas. Did you… [click headline to read more]

Sarah Wilson

If you’re like me, you enjoyed corn on the cob this summer. And, if you’re like me, you weren’t thrilled to deal with the golden toupee of corn silk between the husk and the tasty kernels. The last time I was removing those, I wondered, “Why are these here? What purpose do they serve?” 

After… [click headline to read more]

By Kathie Sutin, Healthy Planet Staff Writer

With climate change bringing warm days well into autumn, opportunities for fall flings now abound into November.

While there’s no shortage of places for late season getaways, one needn’t hop a plane or drive for a day to reach a great destination.

With the stunning backdrop of the Ozark Mountains, dozens… [click headline to read more]

By Jasmin Acosta, Healthy Planet Staff Writer

We are often caught in the gravitational pull of our heart’s desires, drawn irresistibly toward people even when they may not be what is best for us. The heart, by nature, seeks to give and receive love, sometimes at any cost, blind to the consequences that may follow. It… [click headline to read more]

By Porscha Hayes, Green Schools Committee Member, and Lesli Moylan, Show-Me Green Schools Co-Manager

Photo: Making a Worm Bin

This year, Missouri Green Schools has the pleasure of recognizing 16 schools for achievements in 1) improving health and wellness, 2) lowering environmental impact, and 3) incorporating sustainability education! While the majority of schools recognized reside in the… [click headline to read more]

By Jess Coffin

Connecting with the healing power of plants can be as simple as taking in the beauty of fall foliage or adding vegetables to every meal. As winter approaches, we’re stocking our plant medicine cabinets. EarthDance Organic Farm School offers fresh, organic, Ferguson-grown produce year-round to help you do the same. You can find… [click headline to read more]

Accessible luxury, size-inclusivity, the ability to take your wedding dress home the same day and an intimate, one-on-one experience set this boutique apart from the rest.

 Luxe Redux Bridal, a designer sample bridal company that offers brides in-store and online shopping experiences, will be opening their ninth location in St. Louis, Missouri this winter.Luxe Redux Bridal continues… [click headline to read more]