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The Work Beneath Our Feet

There is a particular stillness that comes when our hands meet the earth. The soil is cool. The air carries the faint scent of green. We press a young tree into place and step back. Read More »

Meditation Teachings Explore Nature of the Mind and Awareness

His Eminence Demo Rinpoche is scheduled to present a teaching on mindfulness and meditation at 7 p.m., April 13 at the Myomassology Institute, 26061 Franklin Road, in Southfield. Read More »

Simple Blood Test for Early Cancer Screening

Wycoff Wellness, in East Lansing, offers the Galleri test as part of its integrative approach to preventive health care, helping patients identify risks sooner. Read More »

Rebuilding Immunity

With trillions of cells in your body, there are always cells turning cancerous. It is the job of the immune system to seek out and kill these cancerous cells before they take hold and spread Read More »

Simple, On Purpose

As we celebrate Earth Month, this issue’s Sustainable Together theme is a reminder that real change doesn’t come from doing everything perfectly. Read More »

Community Gathering Celebrates Earth Day Through Music and Food

The Healing Feast and Good Neighbor Concert Series, April 21, offering a dinner, concert and interactive gathering that celebrates Earth Day through food, music and community connection. Read More »

Metaphysical Store Offers Rare Crystals, Herbs and Spiritual Tools

Earth Lore offers an extensive selection of spiritual supplies, natural materials and globally sourced items designed to support personal practice, exploration and well-being. Read More »

Sustainable Food Concept Redefines Local Dining Practices

A values-driven food concept centered on sustainability, accessibility and community impact is shaping how dining is approached in Ann Arbor through a model known as Food 4.0. Read More »

Property Assessments Reveal Hidden Edible Resources in Local Landscapes

A growing interest in self-sufficiency and ecological awareness is taking root across southern Michigan as immersive foraging education introduces communities to the abundance of their natural surroundings. Read More »

Functional Mushrooms and Herbal Remedies Expand Local Wellness Access

Ann Arbor continues to expand its access to plant-based wellness options with the introduction of a retail destination focused on herbal remedies, functional products and natural health education. Read More »

Lansing Dining Spot Builds Community Through Seasonal Cooking

The People’s Kitchen serves Lansing as a community-centered restaurant that pairs seasonal cooking with a welcoming neighborhood atmosphere. Read More »

Intentional Self Care Services Promote Balance and Recovery

Revive Wellness serves the East Lansing community as a holistic wellness destination focused on personalized care and natural healing. Read More »

Educational Programs Encourage Native Gardening Practices

Wild Ones Red Cedar Chapter serving Lansing and surrounding communities, promotes native plants and natural landscapes as a foundation for healthier ecosystems. Read More »

Thoughtful Toys Support Imagination and Growth

Mother and Earth Kids offers an engaging retail experience designed to inspire creativity, imagination and joyful play for children and families. Read More »

Natural Health Services Support Personalized Wellness

Eden Natural Health offers a personalized approach to wellness through natural health services designed to support balance, vitality and overall well-being. Read More »

Community Market Expands Programs for Food and Business Growth

Eastern Market continues to support regional food systems through programs that increase access to fresh food, strengthen local businesses and connect communities. Read More »

Composting Service Converts Food Scraps Into Usable Soil Resources

A composting service is transforming food scraps into a usable resource through weekly collection programs designed for households and businesses seeking practical waste solutions. Read More »

Food Sovereignty Initiative Expands Urban Agriculture in Detroit

Efforts to expand local food production and improve access to fresh produce continue to grow in Detroit through initiatives focused on building a food sovereign city. Read More »

Regenerative Medicine Services Offer Alternatives to Surgery and Medication

Fortified Wellness provides regenerative medicine services designed to support healing, recovery and long-term wellness through non-surgical treatment options. Read More »

Massage and Recovery Services Provide Relief for Everyday Strain

Relief from muscle tension, stress and limited mobility is increasingly being addressed through personalized bodywork and recovery-focused therapies. Read More »

Year-Round Organic Farm Supplies Fresh Food Across All Seasons

Four-season farming continues to expand in Northern Michigan as growers adopt methods that support year-round food production and local access to fresh, organic products. Read More »

From Pasture to Plate: A Local Farm Changes How Meat Is Raised

Regenerative farming practices are reshaping how food is produced and distributed across Northern Michigan, with a focus on soil health, animal welfare and local food systems. Read More »

Integrative Health Clinic Combines Acupuncture Massage and Holistic Therapies

Grand Traverse Natural Health Care provides a range of therapeutic services designed to support whole-body wellness through personalized, patient-centered care. Read More »

It Takes a Circle: Building Greener Lives Together

From composting and permaculture to eco-villages, this feature shows how community-based sustainability can cut waste, share resources and turn environmental action into collective culture. Read More »

Going Zero Waste A Conversation With Kathryn Kellogg

Kathryn Kellogg says zero-waste living is less about perfection than buying less, composting more and building habits that reduce food waste, packaging and everyday overconsumption. Read More »

Spring Bowl Inspirations: Sustainable, Delicious and Flexible

Spring bowls blend grains, greens, herbs and plant-based proteins into flexible meals that celebrate seasonal produce, reduce food waste and make sustainable eating feel joyful. Read More »

Spring Couscous Bowl With Avocado-Dill Dressing

Warm couscous, black beans and crisp spring vegetables meet a creamy avocado-dill dressing in this vibrant vegan bowl layered with cool, fresh flavor. Read More »

Spring Ambrosia Bowl

Creamy yogurt, pineapple, figs, pistachios and coconut turn this spring ambrosia bowl into a bright, lightly sweet breakfast or snack with tropical flavor and texture. Read More »

Falafel Spring Bowls

Crispy baked falafel, spring greens and grains come together with sesame-ginger or lemon-tahini dressing in a fresh, protein-packed bowl made for easy seasonal meals. Read More »

Our One Wild and Precious Life

Self-care is framed as essential stewardship, arguing that protecting energy, setting limits and choosing rest can sustain the compassion behind service, activism and daily life. Read More »

Earth Day 2026: Our Power, Our Planet

Earth Day 2026 centers on “Our Power, Our Planet,” highlighting local and global events, clean-energy advocacy and community action built around environmental protection. Read More »

Home Sweet Sustainable Home: Strategies for Saving Money and the Planet

Affordable home sustainability can start with unplugging devices, sealing drafts, borrowing tools and making low-cost swaps that cut energy use, waste and household expenses. Read More »

The Minimalist Workout: Build Strength, Skip the Gear

The minimalist workout turns everyday items and short movement snacks into low-impact strength and mobility training that fits busy schedules without gym equipment. Read More »

Allergies and the Nervous System: Calming Herbs for Yearlong Resilience

Seasonal allergies may be shaped by stress as much as pollen, with herbalists pointing to oatstraw, nettle and goldenrod as allies for resilience and nervous system support. Read More »

Helping Kids Use Less Plastic: Gentle Swaps for Growing Minds

Helping kids use less plastic starts with early habits, reusable lunch gear and nature-based learning that makes sustainability feel practical, normal and empowering. Read More »

At-Home Pet Massage: Tips and Techniques for a Happier Animal

At-home pet massage can support mobility, circulation and calm in dogs, cats and horses, with gentle techniques like effleurage and vibration helping deepen comfort and connection. Read More »

Singing Bowls To Soothe Anxiety

A small study found Tibetan singing bowl sessions produced measurable relaxation and larger anxiety reductions than muscle relaxation or no treatment. Read More »

Adulterated Turmeric Found Worldwide

A global review found roughly one in five turmeric products were adulterated, raising concerns about fillers, synthetic dyes, lead contamination and mislabeled supplements. Read More »

Loss of Tree Diversity Threatens Forests

A global study finds fast-growing trees are crowding out slower, long-lived species, raising concerns about biodiversity loss and weaker forest resilience. Read More »

Killer Whales Using Tools

Scientists documented killer whales using bull kelp to groom one another, marking the first known tool use by marine mammals and hinting at a distinct social behavior. Read More »

Saving the Orange Industry

As citrus greening devastates orange crops, researchers and growers are racing to protect the industry and stabilize future supplies before losses deepen. Read More »

Global Water Bankruptcy

A new U.N. report warns that many regions are depleting rivers, aquifers, wetlands and glaciers faster than nature can replenish them, deepening global water scarcity. Read More »

Yellowstone’s Supervolcano

Scientists continue to monitor Yellowstone’s vast caldera, where ground shifts, frequent earthquakes and a newly identified dome reveal a restless but unlikely eruption threat. Read More »

Natural Skincare Recipes

DIY natural skincare uses pantry staples like oats, honey and aloe vera to cut plastic waste, lower costs and simplify routines, with patch testing advised even for gentle ingredients. Read More »