Olympia News & Wellness

Celebrities report lower cholesterol, stable energy, and better sleep from vegetarian diets.

• Plant-based patterns risk shortfalls in B12, iron,...

A Washington appeals court paused enforcement against the King ranching family over alleged wetland damage, giving time to decide if they hold a...

• GLP-1 medications originated decades ago for adult diabetes, with weight loss discovered as a notable side effect.
• Current agents deliver 15-19%...

• Friday morning: Both directions of I-5 south of Olympia closed after downed trees and power lines blocked the highway.
• Afternoon peak: Gusts...

Lifestyle habits and targeted supplements offer supportive menopause care, but evidence varies widely.

• Lifestyle foundations: Regular exercise,...

Mild California falls boost production for several Mediterranean herbs used in cooking, with advice focused strictly on garden care and harvests...

These Mediterranean recipes deliver at least 6 grams of fiber per serving while staying lower in calories to promote fullness and support weight...

GLP-1 weight-loss drugs may affect cancer outcomes by altering immune responses to cancer cells. Studies suggest these medications could reduce risk...

Anti-inflammatory eating centers on consistent patterns of minimally processed, nutrient-dense meals rather than quick fixes. Recipes like barley and...

Patchy fog and showers dominate the local forecast this weekend.

• Today: Patchy fog early, then showers and thunderstorms likely with highs in the...

Ayush Herbs offers Ayurvedic products like Organic Ashwagandha for stress, mood, and sleep support and Carditone for heart health, with users...

Kanna, native to South Africa and used by San and Khoikoi tribes, traditionally aids mood modulation, stress relief, and social purposes.

• It...

Herbal syrups offer an easy all-natural way to support family health during cold season using home-harvested herbs.

• Simmer chosen herbs like...

Holistic medicine views the body, mind, and spirit as an interconnected whole.

• Mental and emotional well-being directly impacts physical health,...

After weight stabilizes for 3-6 months, match treatments to laxity severity.

• Mild laxity: Resistance training builds underlying muscle for better...

Mill Creek Urban Farm's Herbal Infusion Workshop showed how plants grown on-site can be used to create natural moisturizers and soaps, continuing...

Common spices like cinnamon add warm flavor and plant nutrients to daily meals without needing special claims.

• Sprinkle cinnamon on oatmeal, cereal,...

Thurston County deputies arrested a driver for allegedly pointing a gun at I-5 motorists, underscoring the need for local vigilance.

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Learning about local plants through slow, hands-on arboretum walks builds a deeper link to nature when gray skies keep people indoors. Missy Rohs...

A free workshop on Fall Herbs in the Kitchen shows families how to safely use seasonal herbs through infused oils, vinegars, and seasoning blends.
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