Thanks to communication via nerves, hormones, immune signals and microbiome, the gut and brain are in constant correspondence. This means that having a healthy gut can be instrumental in both our mental health and cognitive function.
The Freedom Foundation, a local nonprofit that supports military personnel and families, has partnered with PACT for Animals, a national organization, to help veterans and active duty servicepeople find pet fostering options through Operation Foster during deployment or long-term medical care.
Available for adoption at the Cedar Valley Humane Society
For Nathan Berns, owner of Two Men and a Truck franchises across Eastern Iowa, Maryland and New York, knowing the odds has been part of a long-term strategy that has paid off well. But if the Eastern Iowa native has learned anything, it’s not how to play the numbers — it’s how to understand the humans around him.
Delight awaits visitors to north central Iowa with architecture, culture, history, recreation and unique eateries in Mason City and Charles City.
Available for adoption at the Cedar Valley Humane Society
As the new year arrives, renewed focuses on wellness, weight loss and healthy habits usually kick in. This year’s fresh, scientific approach is Food as Medicine (FAM), which is a framework that’s gaining momentum both in research and practical application.
As the co-founder of Community Health Free Clinic retires, the nonprofit’s new CEO expects the need for affordable medical care to grow even more urgent.
Available for adoption at Cedar Rapids Animal Care & Control
Here are the stories of five people or groups whose environmental actions are driven by their faith. They're connected by a desire to do good for the Earth, following the writings in their religious texts or the teachings of their spiritual leaders. They come from different sides of the political spectrum and from many different faiths.
As the New Year's Eve confetti settles, it's time to take your 2026 resolutions seriously. You’re probably hoping that this year's resolutions stick, and there's no reason why they shouldn’t; you are capable of anything you put your mind to. Here are some of Isabela Joyce’s favorite tips to help you have a successful year.
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