Have you ever felt like your environment, community, or neighborhood doesn’t support your basic needs—things like social life, job security, quality housing, or safe parks? You’re not alone. Being part of a community means staying informed and engaged with your neighborhood, digital spaces, schools, and workplaces. To better understand how to help your community.

As Americans, everyone should have their basic needs met—free healthcare, higher education, and even public transportation. Yet, we lack access to these essentials, along with healthy food, a basic understanding of health terms, housing, and increasingly scarce job opportunities.

In 2022, researchers estimated that nearly 19 million Americans—6% of the population—had limited access to supermarkets. Additionally, 39 million people, or 13% of the U.S. population, were living in low-income areas with restricted access to food. If these numbers concern you, they should.

Do you ever feel like the wealthiest 1% enjoy a better quality of life, have easier access to resources, and can secure loans more easily than the average American? While it’s hard to know for sure, it often feels that way. I’ve felt it too, and here’s why.

In today’s fast-paced world, self-care often takes a backseat as we juggle work, family, and social obligations. Yet, self-care is essential for maintaining optimal health and well-being. It is not simply about indulgence or escape but is rooted in science, involving the ability to care for oneself through awareness, self-control, and self-reliance. These core components of self-care help us identify our needs and take proactive steps to meet them.

Stress is the body’s natural response to mental, emotional, or physical challenges. It can act as both a symptom and a major contributing factor to various conditions such as anxiety, migraines, substance abuse, obesity, and heart disease. According to research on stress, it plays a significant role in these health issues.

Many of us lead busy lives and often lose sight of what keeps us going day in and day out. We may feel like we don’t have enough time or are just too tired to focus on our fitness. If that sounds like you, don’t worry! I’ve got a simple, full-body High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) workout you can complete in just 15-20 minutes.

Setting the tone for your day directly impacts your mood, productivity, and overall daily life. Developing a morning routine is essential because it helps with mental clarity and clear goal setting.

Plant-based diets are becoming increasingly popular, but for many, it’s more than just a trend—it’s a lifestyle. People choose plant-based diets for various reasons, including environmental concerns, health benefits, and ethical beliefs such as preventing animal cruelty. For them, it’s a matter of personal values and a commitment to living in alignment with those beliefs.

Trends in today's health and wellness world come and go, but holistic living is one approach I believe should become a lifestyle. This means using natural, earth-derived remedies rather than relying on man-made products for our daily lives. It’s about understanding that food and herbs hold powerful medicinal benefits for the body.

In today’s fast-paced world, looking after our mental health is just as crucial as staying physically fit. The great news? Science reveals that certain foods can boost brain power, increase serotonin levels, and even help balance mood swings.

Mindfulness is all about being fully present—tuned in to where we are and what we’re doing—without letting stress or distractions take over. Studies show that practicing mindfulness regularly can lower stress, improve emotional balance, sharpen focus, and boost overall well-being. The key to experiencing these benefits is incorporating small, consistent habits that blend seamlessly into your daily routine.