Carrots are often associated with spring, renewal and growth—fitting themes for the Easter season. Rainbow carrots, ranging from deep purples and...
Wellness
Go Green at the Annual Luck O’ the Lake
St. Patrick’s Day tradition promotes light-hearted competition and community celebration. The festive Luck O’ the Lake 5K and 1-mile races and the...
GYMGUYZ Offers Fitness on the Go
A West Metro entrepreneur is making it easier to fit in fitness. Mark Ruff, formerly of Excelsior and an avid backpacker, trail runner and...
Prepare for Summer Adventures With Our Camp Guide
Preparing kids for summer camp includes more than packing lists and stocking up on sunscreen. Campers’ health and well-being at day or sleepaway...
Emperors of Excelsior Learn From the Lake
Paul Frantzich wasn’t a fan of the cold. But taking an icy plunge for the first time four years ago during a frozen Minnesota February, he suddenly...
Chicories Add Flavor, Texture and a Healthy Bite of Nutrition
For those looking for a leafy green packed with nutrition that can be grown at home or easily found at local farmers markets, chicories are an ideal...
“Get Sweaty With Leddy” Podcast Turns Pain Into Purpose
Wayzata resident uses personal story to shed light on pain management. Josh Leddy’s journey is full of resilience, transformation and pain. The...
Tips for Staying Hydrated This July
July is historically the hottest month in Minnesota, responsible for 40 percent of all 90-degree days, according to the Minnesota Department of...
Addressing Pet Loss
Grief is often associated with the loss of human life, but the reality is that pet owners often move through the grieving process when their pets...
How To Help Pets Cope With Anxiety
Minnetonka veterinarian offers recommendations for soothing animals triggered by the sounds of the season. A late-night thunderstorm or fireworks on...
Tackling Summertime Anxiety for Horses
Area lakes aren’t the only beautiful natural vistas; there is plenty of horse country in this neck of the woods. With open spaces providing suitable...
Local Chiropractor Publishes Natural Wellness Book
Barbro Brost’s debut title discusses healthy practices for a better life. Barbro Brost, doctor of chiropractic and director of Wayzata’s The Brost...
Restart and Refresh With This Anti-Inflammatory Reboot Drink
This soothing drink is perfect for when you need a little TLC for inflammation or if you just need a natural reboot to help support your immune...
Nourishing the Mind
Say hello to incoming contributor Andrew Akhaphong. His mission is to bridge the gap between health care and community settings. “Registered...
Feel Weightless and Wonderful at Sanctuary Float Spa
A Minnetonka float spa offers sensory deprivation therapy to support bodies and minds. Call it what you want—float therapy, reduced environmental...
Chef Sarah Ann Haugen Offers up Her Greatest Hits at Vitalist
Sarah Ann Haugen has brought a flavorful feast to the shores of Lake Minnetonka. Last May, Haugen opened Vitalist by Sarah H on Shoreline Drive in...
Create Healthy Habits That Last
Going into a new year, many consider new ways to prioritize wellness, but learning where to begin can be overwhelming. The Art of Living Well,...
Westonka Library Offers Music for Healing
Program showcases music’s therapeutic power. On any normal day, the sounds in a library are typically limited to the rustling of book pages, the...
Check Out the “Healthy Minds and Bodies” Booklist
Join us in welcoming Molly Rivard to our pages as a regular contributor to this column. January is traditionally a time when people reset, make...
Rêve Studios Is Perfecting Pilates
A Wayzata fitness studio finds a sweet spot with its combination of strength and cardio training. Ashlyn McDowell was four months postpartum—and a...
