By Michelle “Mike” Ochonicky, Healthy Planet Arts Editor
Photo: Winter Celebrations at St. Louis Art Museum, Dec. 9-10.
It’s December 2023—really?? I sometimes wonder how we arrive so quickly to the end of a year—and how did we arrive at 2024 already?? It seems that we were just contemplating the start of a new millennium! Of course, […]
By Dr. Amy Davis
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 strengths […]
By Deb Powell
Who doesn’t know that Christmas is,The best time of the year.There’s lots of stuff, and healthy food,And most of all, good cheer!
The parents have the best time tho,They get to do so much.They have to be both Mom and Dad,Then be Santa Clause as such.
Especially Mom who does the most,It’s like she is, […]
Provided by the St Louis Jefferson Solid Waste Management District
Christmas Tree Recycling **All trees must have tinsel, ornaments and lights removed.
** City recycling options: (city park sites subject to change with official announcement coming later this year.)
• St. Louis City Parks — free live Christmas tree dropoff — December 26th to January 8th
Forest Park: Lower […]
By Dan Zarlenga, Missouri Department of Conservation
Photo Caption: Bird lovers of all ages can participate in the annual Christmas Bird Count. Photo by David Stonner, Missouri Department of Conservation.
Christmas was once not so merry for birds and wildlife. In 1800s America, a tradition developed called the “side hunt”. Each Christmas two teams, armed with rifles, […]
By Donna Linn, Healthy Planet Columnist
Photo Dr. Jason Edwards
JASON EDWARDS, MD, PhD
Medical Director of Radiation Oncology, St. Luke’s Hospital, Chesterfield, MO.
MOVING FORWARD WITH STRENGTH, COMPASSION, AND DIGNITY
The first thing you observe about Dr. Jason Edwards is his warm, welcoming smile. With a natural gift for putting you at ease, he understands the significance of empathy […]
By Jean Ponzi
There are great-hearted people in all times and lands all over our Earth whose sacred – and often unofficial – job is to keep our human spirits lively and growing, appreciative, and full of shared joy.
This Celebration Keeper work is so important that many ancient legends say if the ones who do it […]
caption: Hands on experience at the EMBA apiary – The Eastern Missouri Beekeeping Association has mentors, monthly meetings and hands on workshops to guide you through a year of beekeeping.
The Eastern Missouri Beekeepers Association will hold it’s annual Beekeeping Workshop on February 10th, 2024, at the Aviator Hotel & Conference Center at 6921 South Lindbergh, […]
By Diane K Wilson
Photo: Thank you all who were in attendance and helped!!: (Left to Right) Jennifer Janowitz, friend; Deborah Rhodes, Executive Director of the Southwest Area Chamber of Commerce; Diane K. Wilson, Founder & CEO of Crimson Cre8ive: Holistic Energy Therapies & Products; Monica Sharp, Lindell Bank; Dr. Monica A. Stewart, Community Engagement Liaison […]
Explore Down To Earth & Far Out Books for Gardeners
By Linda Wiggen Kraft, Healthy Planet Green & Growing Editor
The gift giving winter holidays are a time to explore books that expand knowledge and ways of being in gardens and nature. For gardener wannabes and professionals alike, these books expand anyone’s understanding of the world through […]
By Natalie R.Toney M.F.A.,C.H., Healthy Planet Food Editor
When thinking of all of the decadent and delightful treats that are presented, exchanged, and devoured through the holiday season, most have visions of festively decorated cookies, candies, tortes, and pies in their heads (recipes for AIP/GF cookies and dye free icing in the Dec.2022 archives). Then there […]
By Jared Opsal
This past August MCE hosted a traveling art exhibition titled “Americans Who Tell the Truth” in order to promote environmental ideals to a new audience and gain new followers and supporters from the arts community. The exhibition featured 11 portraits of environmental change makers from throughout the U.S. including the unveiling of a […]
By J.B. Lester
On the night of December 24th, 1959, I squirmed and wiggled shaking the bunk bed. “Hey, Jimmy, are you awake?” My brother Bill asked from the bed below me. “I can’t sleep,” I answered. “I am too excited about Christmas.” I kicked off my covers and carefully climbed down the ladder. “Let’s sneak […]
By Natalie R. Toney, M.F.A., C.H., Healthy Planet Food Editor
Cookies, cookies, cookies! It’s that time of year for office parties, school recitals, cookie swaps, and gift exchanges! Festive holiday gatherings are adorned with baked goods in every shape and size resembling neighborhoods of gingerbread, candy cane lanes, jolly Santa’s and Mrs. Claus, alongside reindeer with […]
By Sarah Wilson, Healthy Planet Staff Writer
Wondering what to get your favorite native gardening enthusiast? Consider these choices, the first three of which link to Amazon.
Under $25: SHALL Garden Knife
After I used one at a Wild One’s garden installation, I donated my other gardening hand tools and never looked back. A good garden knife like […]
By Gail Cloud, D.C.
I thought I would talk a little bit about how to make healthier foods for the holidays. Thanksgiving and Christmas and Kwanzaa, Chanukah, etc. are holidays we celebrate during this time of year.
How can we cook, celebrate, enjoy, indulge some and still follow a basically healthy way of eating?
First of all, I […]
By Deb Powell, Healthy Planet columnist
Pronounce it however you like, I’m a rebel, and I will rebel! I admitted while contemplating life this morning that I’ve always been a rebel. Being sexually abused for years as a child caused my attitude to be ‘no one will ever push me around me again’. It changed my […]
By Tom & Carol Braford
Forty years ago as I was approaching 40, I was a little bit lost as 40 somethings of every generation seem to be and searching for some purpose in my life. One of my favorite things to do was to deliberately lose myself in Nature, whether it was a remote swimming […]
By Susan Hunt-Bradford, Healthy Planet Publisher
Veterinarians often see more pet visits to their clinics during the holidays because pets eat the wrong foods. It’s hard to resist giving your pets yummy holiday (people) food, but it’s in everyone’s best interest to be careful about what food we feed our furry companions.
According to The Brownsville Clinic […]
By Simon Yu MD
I met Dr. Arman Lurye at the International Insulin Potentiation Therapy (IPT) conference in Mexico City in February 2023. Dr. Lurye gave a talk on rejuvenation of the brain. Some of the cases he presented were compelling, leading me to investigate his RB-Therapy®. After the lecture, he said he could not explain […]
I don’t have many traditions, but one I do have is every December 31 before midnight, I reflect upon the year since January 1. I’m happy that my reflections are always more positive than negative, with an overabundance of unforgettable memories and uplifting moments. I’m never sad or upset by the moments that didn’t go […]
By Steve Davies, Healthy Planet Staff Writer
So, with the holiday season approaching, I thought I would take this time to answer the biggest question that comes up this time of year regarding recycling and that is, can we recycle the wrapping paper we use for Christmas? Well, the answer here lies in the type of […]
By John C. Guenther, FAIA, LEED AP, John C. Guenther Architect LLC
It’s been a privilege to contribute to sustainability and green building design efforts over my 47 years of architectural practice. My designs are based upon doing the most with the least, and always start with orientation to the sun’s seasonal path, prevailing winds, the […]
Amid the chaos of the holidays, it’s crucial to pause and prioritize self-care. This season, consider treating yourself and your loved ones to rejuvenating spa treatments and all-natural spa and wellness products carefully selected with your well-being in mind.
The holidays can be a whirlwind of activity, leaving you feeling overwhelmed. Common symptoms of stress include […]
By Jasmin Acosta, Healthy Planet Staff Writer
We often think about our past selves and think about how time has passed, and how we have changed over time since at one given time we were once a child. Undoubtedly, the cycle of life is inevitable since we are going to age as time passes by where […]
Navigating holidays & challenging times requires a multifaceted approach.
By Diane K. Wilson
Connect with Loved Ones: Surround yourself with support.
Practice Self-Care: Prioritize well-being: sleep, nutrition, exercise.
Set Realistic Expectations: Manage stress, acknowledge imperfections.
Create Boundaries: Protect your time and energy through limits.
Seek Professional Support when needed.
Practice Mindfulness: Stay present.
Express Gratitude: Focus on positives.
Volunteer or Give Back: Find purpose […]