Health + Wellness

Speaking Their Language

A local life coach focuses on helping people in her own generation Article by Krista Minard | Photography by Lorie Smith As a teenager in El Dorado Hills, Ariel Sonenstein faced typical teen issues: self-doubt and uncertainty, academic and social pressures, and challenges with time-management amid high academic expectations. Add to that a medical concern that sent her to the hospital numerous times within a two-year stretch, and she found herself struggling with her mental health. “I carried...

Wellness

Winter at the Beach

Explore Santa Cruz County’s coastline where elephant seals gather, forests flourish, and adventure meets natural wonder Article by Krista Minard | Photography by Visit Santa Cruz County The elephant seal bulls arrive on the beach first. They head-butt each other with bulbous, trunkish noses (it’s called a proboscis) and bash cornified chests together, grunting and roaring. They all want to be in prime position when the elephant seal cows show up. When the females pull ashore, they head right...

Health + Wellness

The Benefits of Plant-Based Eating

Fuel your body with fruits and veggies for a healthier lifestyle Article by Claudia Martin-Ayoade | Photography by Photography Janie Jones Most people think a plant-based diet is strictly for those vegan and vegetarian types, but there is no debating the overwhelming evidence showing the benefits of improved health for those who make that diet choice. Plant-based eating is more of a lifestyle than a diet—you are simply eating more foods that are closer to their harvested state with minimal...

Entertainment

An EDH Tradition: Making a Difference

EDH Fire Department hosts the annual Santa Run which captivates this generous community Article by Krista Minard | Photography by Nick Sharples At the El Dorado Hills Fire Department, they look forward to the Santa Run all year long. Between the planning, the staffing, deciding who’s going to play the Grinch, and more, the EDH Fire Department really gets into the Santa Run fun; they’re also deeply touched by the community’s giving spirit. Last year, the event garnered 6,200 toys and more than...