A Steamboat In The Desert

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The Early History of Steamboat Hot Springs, Nevada The natural geothermal waters of Steamboat Hot Springs a few miles south of Reno, Nevada have attracted people for ages, including famous author Mark Twain. Before 1900, the site featured the third largest geyser in the United States, which erupted 60 to 80 feet into the air, … Read more

Your Skin is Like a Sponge

Your skin sponge

What you put on the outside of your body is just as important as what you put in your body! Imagine your typical day: You get up in the morning and brush your teeth with toothpaste. Then you shower using shower gel or soap, shampoo, and conditioner. After you’ve dried yourself off, you apply moisturizer … Read more

Red Raspberry Leaf

Red Raspberry Leaf

Red raspberry leaf has been traditionally used as a remedy for centuries (some sources estimate 10,000 years) and legend has it that the plant’s Latin name, Rubus idaeus, comes from Mt. Ida in Turkey, where Greek Gods supposedly discovered the plant. Legend aside, there is evidence as far back as the 2nd century that records … Read more

EXFOLIATION – The Science of Taking It Off

Exfoliation

Most of us already know about the importance and general benefits of exfoliation, including, obtaining a softer, smoother, less aged appearance. But how much does the average skin-savvy consumer know about what is going on beneath the top layers of the skin? Let’s take a look at some of the different ways exfoliation can be … Read more

Taylor Donovan | Chiropractor

Taylor Donovan is a Chiropractor who has lived in Reno for two years, having moved here from the southern California desert town of Joshua Tree. He has practiced chiropractic medicine and healing for 4 years. His background includes strong basic science (biochemistry and molecular biology) and a ton of related holistic healing experience and training. … Read more