For Dr. Jeff Scheurman of AlignLife of St. Louis Southwest, chiropractic care is about more than addressing aches and pains. A lifelong chiropractic patient himself, he believes in helping people move better, feel better and make informed choices that support their health throughout every stage of life.

His path to chiropractic is rooted in service. Dr.… [click headline to read more]

By Dr. Amy Davis, MD

We are constantly exposed to potential infectious agents like viruses and bacteria that cause infections such as colds, flu, bronchitis and ear infections. The immune system defends us from invaders and repairs the damage that occurs with infections. 

When the immune system is weak, infections may occur frequently and be difficult to… [click headline to read more]

By Dr. Gail Cloud

Today I was approached by a woman, speaking very quietly, who wanted to ask me something.

I at first was in the middle of something and told her to wait a minute. She started to walk away, and thankfully I changed my internal direction and asked her to please stay and ask me… [click headline to read more]

As autumn weather arrives, your skin faces new seasonal challenges. Cooler temperatures and drier air can contribute to dehydration, irritation, and a dull appearance if not properly addressed. Consistent facials and tailored skincare treatments can help your complexion stay hydrated, balanced, and luminous throughout the season.

Pumpkin may be a fall favorite in lattes and desserts,… [click headline to read more]

This October, KC Metaphysical Fair – St. Louis returns to the Gateway Convention Center in Collinsville, Illinois, for a weekend of shopping, learning, readings, wellness, and community.

Whether you have been part of the metaphysical community for years or are simply curious, there is something to discover. Meet gifted psychic readers, mediums, tarot readers, astrologers and… [click headline to read more]

The STL Mystic Fair is a three-day metaphysical, psychic, and holistic wellness event bringing together readers, healers, and spiritual vendors from across the Midwest. Whether you are a veteran of the metaphysical lifestyle, just starting to explore, or simply curious about what a “mystic fair” even is, this event is designed to be welcoming, open-minded,… [click headline to read more]

By Dan Zarlenga, Missouri Department of Conservation

Photo caption: Which one of these would you trust to forecast the weather? Photos courtesy the Missouri Department of Conservation.

October is often the last hurrah of beautiful weather before wintery conditions set in. For ages humans have tried to forecast the weather and predict what winter might bring. Today,… [click headline to read more]

By Diane K. Wilson

As cooler weather arrives, people often start searching for ways to strengthen immunity naturally. Common seasonal concerns include colds and flu, respiratory symptoms, fatigue, poor sleep, and questions about supporting the immune system. While no wellness practice can guarantee that you will avoid illness, fall is an excellent time to become more… [click headline to read more]

As October Cools the Air, Check Out the ARTful Opportunities Awaiting Throughout the Region

By Michelle “Mike” Ochonicky, Healthy Planet Arts Editor

Image: Sculpture by Vincent Stemmler, Great Rivers Biennial 2026 at CAM

Great Rivers Biennial 2026 is a collaborative initiative merged between Contemporary Art Museum and the Gateway Foundation in 2003. Every two years, the program grants… [click headline to read more]

Fall Is in Full Swing

By Susan Hunt-Bradford

Last month, I declared September my favorite month, but I’m feeling pretty good about October, too. There’s a possibility these two months may end up neck and neck for the top spot! I take my weather seriously, and October is forecasting some beautiful fall temperatures, which makes me very… [click headline to read more]

By Jean Ponzi

Fungus Fun Facts

We think of ‘em as mushrooms, but ‘shroomsare reproductive parts thatonly cap the surface.

Fungus is FAR OUT: Most fungi are terrestrial, some are XTreme. Fungal species thrive in deserts, salt concentrations and pitch-dark deep-sea sediments. They’ve survived space travel – Cosmic Rays!

Yet its formal study, Mycology, is a down-to-Earth pursuit.

We’re learning… [click headline to read more]

By JB Lester

Jackson walked through the giant Halloween pumpkin patch looking at all the wonderful pumpkins with his mom. “Come on Jackson, pick one,” his mother said with her cart already full of pumpkins and gourds for her Halloween porch display. Jackson got to pick his own pumpkin this year and he wanted just the… [click headline to read more]

Turning a Dubious Designation into an Awesome Opportunity

By Tom & Carol Braford

The St Louis population cluster has the 13th highest global and 3rd highest US carbon footprint per capita. Other midwest river and waterfront cities are just ahead or just behind St Louis.

That makes sense because these were the places settled first as the non-native… [click headline to read more]

By Jasmin Acosta, Healthy Planet Staff Writer

In life, there are fleeting opportunities that we reach for, hoping they will become part of our journey. Sometimes, just when we think we have them within our grasp, they slip through the crevices of our fingers, barely escaping us. In those moments, it is natural to feel disappointed,… [click headline to read more]

By Steve Davies, Healthy Planet Columnist

So, the other night I drove over to our local recycling center in the city where I live, to see what, if anything, has changed lately. The only difference I noticed was a large bin that’s there just for recycling glass, courtesy of a company called Ripple Glass, based out… [click headline to read more]

By Deborah Rogers Curtis, Green Schools Coordinator for Missouri Gateway Green Building Council

Missouri Green Schools announced its 2026 honorees, recognizing 58 schools enrolled in the program and highlighting 10 schools who have made significant sustainability gains over the past school year. Each school demonstrated their commitment to the three pillars of green schools: improved health… [click headline to read more]

Your Healthy Planet Guide to Enjoying the Season Close to Home

Get OutsideSee the Fall ColorsFall EventsMove Your BodyFall Fun with Your DogPack a Fall Picnic

Fall has a way of making us want to slow down, get outside and enjoy the little things.

The good news? You don’t have to travel far to find them.

From beautiful parks… [click headline to read more]

By Susan Hunt-Bradford, Publisher

There are so many beautiful things about adopting a shelter animal—a dog, cat, rabbit, or whatever companion you choose. I have been fortunate to have had many wonderful dogs and a cat throughout my life, and each one has enriched my life in ways I can’t fully put into words. They… [click headline to read more]

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

Autumn has arrived in all its splendid glory, and with it comes beautiful, blazing colors against a backdrop of cool, crisp air. After a day at the pumpkin patch, or a long walk admiring the foliage, what better than to cozy up with a comforting, vitamin rich… [click headline to read more]