You drink the filtered water. You stretch in the morning sun. You swapped processed snacks for fresh fruit, maybe even ditched the plastic for glass food containers. You’re doing the work—taking care of your body, your mind, and your space. But here’s the thing no one really tells you: wellness isn’t just what you eat […]
There’s something about the ocean that just hits different. The salty air, the rhythmic waves, the endless horizon—it’s no wonder people are drawn to coastal towns like Solana Beach. But is it just a pretty view, or is there something deeper going on? Science says it’s more than just aesthetics. Living by the ocean might […]
Let’s talk about the relationship between oral care and breain health, plus tips and recommendations from Dr. Laura Kostrzewski, doctor of naturopathic medicine and co-founder of Avenua Natural Health. By Joshua Sosin Oral care and brain health might not sound like they’re connected, but science paints a different picture. When we look at the research, […]
The human body runs on a clock—one that doesn’t tick on your wrist or glow from your phone screen. It’s built into you, dictating when you wake up, when you feel hungry, and even how well your body fights off illness. The circadian rhythm isn’t just about sleep; it controls almost everything, from metabolism to […]
If there’s a teen in your life struggling with anxiety, one of these modalities may help. By Joshua Sosin Anxiety is a daily struggle for many teens — one study by the National Institute of Mental Health concluded that 31.9% of adolescents aged 13-18 in the US experience an anxiety disorder. Each teenager’s struggle with […]
Bringing a baby into the world is an odyssey of fierce love and deep transformation. Every choice – from the food you eat to the lotion you smooth onto your skin – becomes an act of care, not just for yourself but for the tiny life growing inside you. However, achieving a toxin-free pregnancy from […]
While it’s true we can’t turn back the clock and reverse aging altogether, there are steps we can take to look more youthful and fresh. Thanks to today’s ultra-sophisticated technology, we can soothe away signs of aging using various techniques. One such technique is known as radiofrequency (RF) microneedling, which uses a device with teeny […]
Oral contraceptive pills are prescribed for almost every female trouble known, are there drawbacks to this widely prescribed cure-all? Cassie, a 22-year-old female presented to the the clinic with a chief complaint of weight gain that is accompanied by gas and bloating, anxiety, hair loss, and low libido. After taking a careful history, […]
Don’t let cold and flu season take you by surprise! Use some of these recommendations to hold off those nasty colds. FOODS TO INCORPORATE SOUPS and STEWS – cooking your food in a soup helps lower the digestive burden. Soups are also great for incorporating many different vegetables (read: all the colors) […]
