Healthy Relationships and Their Impact on the Family

Sponsored Content Children need us not just financial support, they need us to show them what healthy living looks like. The best gift you can give your children is parents with a loving, healthy example of marriage, explains Jennifer Bugajsky of The Freedom Keys. Read More »

Natural Ways to Keep Senior Dogs Fit and Active Amidst COVID-19

Just like humans are putting an emphasis on exercise to stay healthy right now, we need to make sure we’re keeping our dogs active, too. Dr. Albert Ahn, DVM gives tips for natural approaches dog parents can take to keep senior dogs fit and active. Read More »

Dragonflies & Nighthawks Fill Chicago's August Skies

Scientists first described migratory dragonflies in the late 1880s, and today believe this natural phenomenon occurs on every continent except Antarctica. August is a great time to watch migrating nighthawks, as well as many species of dragonflies as they pass through the Chicago and northeast Illinois region, says author and naturalist Cindy Crosby. Read More »

Make Delicious Allergen-Free Ice Cream at Home

Food allergies effect about 4.2 million children in the U.S., and two of the main ingredients for ice cream are on the top eight allergen list for children—eggs and milk. GF Certifed Mom Tiffany Hinton explains how to make summer memories at home this year with homemade ice cream that's delicious, allergen-free and sure to become a family favorite. Read More »

Preserving our Garden Harvest for Year-Round Enjoyment

Canning, freezing, pickling, dehydrating and fermenting are some of the many ways we can preserve the summer bounty from our home gardens to enjoy throughout Chicago winters. Alongside the benefit of having food stores at home in uncertain times, preserving fresh food gives us control over where our food originates and what ingredients it contains. Read More »

Seasonal Sensory Health Tips for a Joyful Summer

When you’re hungry, eat, when you’re tired, sleep,” which is another way of saying, “Listen to your body, your emotions, your own inner wisdom. Read More »

Tried and True Supplemental Holistic Dental Remedies

Here are some common natural herbal, essential oil and homeopathic ways to supplement professional, holistic dental care. Read More »