Calcium Montmorillonite is ancient healing clay that can be used to treat pain, open wounds, colitis, diarrhea, hemorrhoids, stomach ulcers, intestinal problems, acne, anemia, and a variety of other health issues. It’s a natural substance found around the world in areas once covered by ocean waters. The first deposits of this unique clay were discovered [...]

Name: Jackie Ibanez Age: 21 Hometown: San Diego Years Practicing: 4 Yoga Style/ Specialty: Vinyasa Flow Where do you teach? I have taught at Yoga Lounge in Little Italy, but mainly at Chula Vista Yoga Center. I am now currently teaching in Honolulu, Hawaii at two studios called Yoga Theorie and Yogaloha What is the [...]

When you’re talking about hydroponics, you’re referring to re-circulating systems and designs. In a re-circulating system, the nutrient solution is pumped from a reservoir to the plant’s roots. The excess nutrient is then allowed to drain back to the same reservoir. This permits reuse of the nutrient solution until it is either depleted of useful [...]

Hiking is a healthy and fun activity for anyone, especially families, looking to get that break we often need to refresh ourselves and to refocus on life. It’s a popular and inexpensive physical activity that explores the great outdoors and contributes to our overall health and quality of life. Even though hiking is considered a [...]

The Spring Garden Festival began in 1993 as the Urban Forest Field Day, an outreach activity for the Arboriculture students to demonstrate what they had learned during the semester. This grew from one course and a few visitors to multiple horticulture courses presenting demonstrations surrounding the Cuyamaca College Nursery. The addition of local artisans, vendors [...]

The ever increasing environmental pollution and global warming necessitates everyone to support the “Go Green” initiative. Opting for organic products is a smart move to make an effort to save the world from impending disaster. Opting for organic clothes is one of those feasible efforts that can bring us close to achieving the objective of [...]

2012 marked a fresh start for lead singer Sean Davenport with the release of Hills Like Elephants’ debut album The Endless Charade. This collaboration of musicians put forth by Davenport wields a blend of up-tempo beats and charisma that’s reminiscent of soulful driven rock—or “Motown with drum machines”.  As the frontman for this creatively driven [...]

Having trouble deciding what to eat? Looking for a real meal without pushing your weight? Then instead of dining out, try your culinary skills on preparing some Lemon Chicken Stir-Fry. Low in calories and packed with protein and vitamins, this dish is a nice change of flavor when it comes to a home cooked meal. [...]

I’ve never agreed with yoga, and I’m just being honest. But joining Ecotistic Magazine last year opened my eyes to a lot of new things. Being a health and wellness publication, I found myself reading up on everything from healthy practices to eco-friendly products. Meeting and working with others in the industry changed my perspective [...]

This week’s abs workout is the Plank. It’s a great way to work your abs and back while also building your endurance. This exercise will help to develop your core for increased pushup strength. Getting started: Find a comfortable area in your home or grab a mat. Now lay face down, resting on your forearms [...]