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Mind & Body

Food and Our Founding Fathers

Our Founding Fathers left an incredible legacy that we are celebrating this year. Reading and listening to books about their lives has been enriching. I have to admit, small mentions of their diet often make me smile. I am also aware of the hunger many suffered during the years of war. I thought I would

Annelies Newman, RDN, CD · April 28, 2026

Health & Fitness

When Spring Turns Hostile: From Debilitating Allergies to Lasting Relief

For most people, spring is a season of renewal, fresh air, blooming trees, and long-awaited time outdoors. For Aaron Reyonds, however, spring became something else entirely: a relentless, body-wide assault triggered by even the smallest trace of pollen. What makes Aaron’s story especially striking is that he wasn’t always this way. Growing up in Salt

Dr. Koby Taylor, PharmD · April 28, 2026

Health & Fitness

Understanding the Oral Health Risks of Diabetes

Recently, a patient came into my office with a severe infection from an abscessed tooth. We treated the situation aggressively because they were experiencing a great deal of pain. I was further concerned because the patient has diabetes. Diabetes is a condition that affects how food is metabolized. Hormones in our bodies control how much

Dr. William Plumb, DDS · April 28, 2026

Relationships & Connection

Living Well Outside: Designing a Life Around Movement and Nature

Some places invite you outdoors. Southern Utah insists on it. From the red rock cliffs that catch the first light of morning to the warm desert air that lingers long after sunset, this landscape calls people out of their homes and into something more expansive. And yet, for many of us, life still happens largely

Diane Del Toro · April 28, 2026

Community & Culture

Lost Art of Play: Finding Perspective at Hidden Springs RV

Somewhere between childhood and adulthood, many of us forget how to play. Life becomes about responsibility, productivity, and moving from one obligation to the next. Yet play—unstructured time in nature, moments of curiosity, laughter, and rest—is not frivolous. It is restorative. It resets our perspective and reminds us who we are when we’re not rushing.

Buy Local · April 24, 2026

Health & Fitness

The Whole-Health Puzzle

What Is Functional Medicine? Functional medicine is a holistic approach to healthcare that focuses on identifying and treating the root causes of illness and prevent-ing them from returning. In the following interview, Dr. Wayne Tompkins helps define a functional medicine approach to healthand healing. Amanda: What brings you to the St. George area? Dr. Tompkins:

Dr. Wayne Tompkins, Elemental Health · April 24, 2026

Relationships & Connection

Governed By Purpose: How to Steady Your Life Amid Uncertainty

For decades, I have advocated being peacemakers in our relationships and mastering life management through a clear Governing Purpose. Today, I want to merge these two ideals. I believe every action we take is driven by a purpose, whether it’s fear, a need, or something else. Given this, it makes sense to use our purpose

Matt Escher, PhD, LMFT · April 23, 2026

Mind & Body

Prenatal Acupuncture 101

Pregnancy is a time of tremendous change—physically, emotionally, and energetically. For many expecting parents, acupuncture offers a safe and natural way to support the body through each stage of this transformation. Rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), acupuncture promotes overall well-being and nurtures both mother and baby throughout pregnancy and beyond. What Is Acupuncture?Traditional Chinese

Dr. Yana Symonenko · April 23, 2026

Health & Fitness

Cravings and Your Cycle

Have you ever wondered why sometimes you have plenty of self-control when it comes to healthy eating and other times you crave sweets more than usual? Let’s look at a few reasons why this happens and explore some simple tips to make the best decisions for your body. This is for all you ladies who

Annelies Newman, RDN, CD · April 23, 2026