Powerful Self-Care During Sun Exposure
Spending time in the sun offers many benefits—from boosting vitamin D levels to improving mood and promoting outdoor physical activity. However, excessive or unprotected sun exposure can cause skin damage, premature aging, and increase the risk of skin cancer. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), skin cancer is the most common […]
Discover the Top Spring and Summer Outdoor Activities in Santa Cruz County
As the vibrant colors of spring bloom and the warm embrace of summer approaches, Santa Cruz County transforms into a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. Whether you’re a seasoned adventurer or simply looking for a fresh way to enjoy the outdoors, the area offers a treasure trove of activities to explore. From the refreshing trails of […]
Wellness Trends Shaping Santa Cruz County in 2025
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10 Transformative Health and Wellness Trends Shaping 2025
As we navigate through 2025, the health and wellness landscape continues to evolve, embracing innovative approaches that prioritize holistic well-being. From technological advancements to a resurgence of traditional practices, here are ten transformative trends shaping the industry this year. 1. Integrative Health Approaches The convergence of conventional medicine with alternative therapies defines the integrative health […]
8 Inspiring Total Fitness Facts: Reshape Your Body & Brain
Reshape Your Body, Not Body Parts: Why the Total Fitness Approach Is Better and Inspiring The concept of total fitness has been around for a long time. It’s a focus on the whole body—including your mental and emotional well-being—as opposed to simply building muscle or boosting your cardio. The idea behind total fitness is that […]
The Love Hormone
The hormone oxytocin, also known as the “love hormone,” is well known for its role in human bonding and romantic relationships, but it has other functions. For example, oxytocin plays a key role in childbirth by inducing and amplifying uterine contractions that help push the newborn out. The high levels of oxytocin experienced here may […]
Healthy Goals for Lunar New Year
Chinese New Year, also known as the Lunar New Year or Spring Festival, begins this Tuesday, February 1st of 2022. Lunar New Year is determined by the lunar Chinese calendar and changes each year. Each year is associated with one of twelve signs from the Chinese Zodiac, with the coming year being the Year of […]
What Makes Prolotherapy at CORE Different?
CORE has led the way in regenerative treatments in Santa Cruz for years. With Prolotherapy, PRP, and Stem Cell regenerative injections we have helped thousands heal existing injuries, treated joints to prevent future injuries, slow or stop hair loss, rejuvenate skin, treat sexual health and function disorders, and more. But we do so much more […]
Beau Knows: Cardio
Does cardio kill your gains? The idea that cardiovascular exercise impedes your ability to build muscle is a long-held…shall we say, rumor in the fitness and bodybuilding community. Is it true? Should you forego your running routine and focus only on that sweet, sweet lifting regimen? 🏋️♂️ 👨🏫 These are serious questions. However, as luck […]
I Taped My Mouth Shut for 30 Nights (Part 1)
It might sound crazy – dangerous even – but it works. It worked for Jaimi, it worked for Beau, and hopefully, it will work for this video. Breathing through your mouth is known to impact your health in a variety of not-so-desirable ways. 😪If you breathe this way every night when you’re asleep, you’re not […]