Life + Culture

Remembering Karma Kientzler

A Legacy in the Tucson Community and the World of Holistic Health  Article by Isabelle Freguia Karma Kientzler, a pioneering force in holistic health and fitness, passed away on Nov. 11, 2024, in Tucson, Arizona. Over a career spanning more than three decades, she played a pivotal role in transforming Tucson into a hub for wellness and integrative health practices.   Born in 1942, Karma's journey into the world of health and fitness began early. Her name, "Karma," would come to symbolize her...

Wellness

Reins in Hand

Danielle Moser Steps Forward From Physician Assistant to Med Spa Owner Article by Anna Lineberry | Photography by Britta Van Vranken Photography Danielle Moser is a board-certified physician assistant with 27 years of experience working early on in the emergency room at St. Mary's Hospital, at Skin Spectrum, and later at Maloney Plastic Surgery. “When I started out, aesthetic medicine was in its infancy, and Botox was not yet FDA-approved. It was a very exciting time with a steep learning...

Health + Wellness

Empowering Women Through Healing

Tao Acupuncture & Integrative Medicine Combines Western and Eastern Healing Arts Article by Natali Medlen | Photography by Nicci Radhe Nestled in the heart of Tucson, Tao Acupuncture & Integrative Medicine is more than just a wellness clinic—it’s a sanctuary where women support and uplift one another through the art of holistic healing. Founded and led by Katrina Jingya Jiang, L.Ac, Dipl. O.M., MBA, this women-led team is dedicated to providing compassionate, holistic care that nurtures both...

Food + Beverage

Ray Ray's Whistle Wetter

From Strong Local Roots Comes a Beverage You Need to Know Article by Jeff Herr | Photography by Nicci Radhe - Celesteal Photography After Rachel (Ray Ray) Dacquisto graduated from Mountain View High School, she set out to find her passion. After a few years in college in Phoenix, she spent 10 years in the Bay Area working in just about every hospitality job, from dishwasher to certified sommelier. "Northern California was my coming of age," in the beverage industry, she said, In San...