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September 10, 2025

Back to the Land

.Wellness

September 3, 2025

Mountain Roots

A search for local herbal remedies led me to the Be Rooted Botanicals website, where I discovered a community-focused Felton-based company.
August 20, 2025

Peace of Mind

For locals seeking to work through the stresses of the day through the practice of meditation, classes and sessions come in many forms. Though not an exhaustive listing, the centers mentioned below all have long histories in Santa Cruz County.
August 20, 2025

Mind and Body

Breema sessions can be one-on-one or practiced in a group. During a session, you remain fully clothed and rest on a soft surface while the practitioner uses rhythmic movements tailored to your body.
August 6, 2025

Getting Colder

A powdered packet mixed with ice water will melt away pounds while you eat fettuccine Alfredo? That’s marketing magic, not metabolic science.
July 30, 2025

Swinging Moods

While we can’t avoid nature’s ups and downs altogether, small changes can help smooth the ride. Maybe it’s movement, or rest, or simply a little more self-compassion.
July 16, 2025

Savor Summer

For many of us, the warm weather comes with an open invitation to indulge... how do we enjoy the season’s best without throwing our health goals—or gut—off balance?
July 9, 2025

Classy Pass

ClassPass is a fitness and wellness membership platform that lets you access thousands of studios, gyms and wellness services across the globe.
June 25, 2025

Sanctuary City

Whether you're seeking a vigorous workout, a peaceful meditation or a unique movement experience, Santa Cruz has something for everyone.
June 25, 2025

From Counterculture to Community

TriYoga was one of the first yoga centers to appear in Santa Cruz, described as systematic practice designed to awaken the body’s natural rhythms and inner wisdom.
June 25, 2025

Physician Rx

A relatively new model for family physicians called Direct Primary Care is rapidly emerging. Family physicians charge patients a monthly, quarterly or annual fee.
June 18, 2025

Buzzy Beverages

Are people really buying into these buzzy beverages for the health benefits of prebiotics? Or is it just about sipping something that tastes like soda?
June 11, 2025

You’re Getting Sleepy

Living in a wellness mecca like Santa Cruz means we’re surrounded by creative ways to reset. One that’s been on my radar again lately: hypnotherapy.
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