Children’s Health
& Natural Pet Care

Letter from Publisher

Reflecting on the past year, I feel overwhelmed with gratitude for two major blessings: all the wonderful people whose paths I’ve crossed, both old and new friends; and the gifts of lessons learned through recent experiences.

Feeding Healthy Habits

A 10-Step Guide for Helping Children Thrive

Today’s barrage of junk food ads can easily influence kids for the worse, but 10 strategies, including visiting farmers’ markets, teaching cooking skills and implementing device-free family meals, can help them choose to eat better.

Beyond Sustainability

Regenerative Agriculture Takes Aim at Climate Change

Farmers are increasingly exploring inexpensive organic methods to return microbial diversity to the soil, which could help mitigate a warming planet by allowing soil to absorb more carbon.

Aysha Akhtar on Our Symphony With Animals

Through her personal story as a survivor of childhood abuse and the stories of others, the neurologist demonstrates the scientific bond between animals and humans—and how they can heal each other.

21st Century Parenting

Preparing Kids for the Future

Today’s kids live fast-paced, technology-driven lives, which is why it’s critical for parents to strike a balance between accepting modern advances and teaching kids timeless virtues.

EWG Provides Tap Water Database

Do you know what’s lurking in your tap water? The Environmental Working Group (EWG) has made it easier to find out.

Updated Shopper’s Guide Calls Out Pesticides in Produce

The guide is designed to help consumers make the best choices for their families, and reduce their exposures to toxic pesticides.

Spealized Healing Expands at Eastern Medical Center with Eric Wei Wang

The Eastern Medical Center, in Pleasanton, is pleased in welcoming Eric Wei Wang, LAc, DAOM to their staff.

Women’s March Bay Area Unites in San Francisco

On January 20, at San Francisco’s Civic Center, Women’s March Bay Area will once again join a number of non-partisan sister marches throughout the country and California.

Free Breema Classes to Balance Body, Mind and Feelings

To celebrate International Breema Week, January 6 to 13, all classes at the Breema Center will be free.

Take It Easy on the Eggs

High Intake Increases Mortality

Savor Cherries to Lower Metabolic Syndrome Risk

Reduces Health Threats

Eat Plants to Live Longer

Diets High in Vegetables Increase Longevity

Use Probiotics to Shed Pounds

Reduces Body Weight and Fat Mass