Section

Wellness

Holistic approaches to physical, mental, and emotional well-being for a balanced life.

Veterans and teenagers engaging in a group wellness activity at the YMCA Bethlehem, fostering community and health.

YMCA Bethlehem offers free wellness for veterans and teens

This fall, veterans completing a free 12-week wellness program at YMCA Bethlehem will receive an additional three-month membership.

Chloe Bennett· Aug 28· 4 min
Person meditating in nature, embracing a digital detox to enhance mental well-being and find peace away from screens.

Digital detox benefits boost mental well-being

A seven-day digital detox program at the Golden Door resort costs $12,950 for a 'classic women's week'.

Chloe Bennett· Aug 25· 4 min
Luxurious private cabin in the Great Smoky Mountains, offering secluded experiential wellness retreats by a creek.

Luxury Wilderness Stays Offer Private Experiential Wellness Retreats

A new 65-acre private wilderness retreat, Three Little Bears, has just opened its borders to the Great Smoky Mountains Park, offering intimate creek-side stays and spacious mountain homes for up to 14

Chloe Bennett· Aug 16· 3 min
Diverse festival-goers enjoying a holistic wellness oasis with comfortable seating and refreshments amidst a vibrant music festival setting.

Wellness Festivals Embrace Holistic Health in 2026

At Lollapalooza 2026, Neutrogena will be the inaugural official skincare and suncare sponsor, deploying six dedicated sunscreen stations.

Chloe Bennett· Aug 12· 3 min
A person meditating under a starry night sky at a luxury celestial retreat, experiencing cosmic alignment and mindfulness.

Celestial retreats offer cosmic alignment and mindfulness

A single weekend at a 'Cosmic Alignment Sanctuary' in Sedona now costs upwards of $5,000.

Chloe Bennett· Aug 11· 4 min
Young adults connecting and participating in wellness activities within a bright, modern urban studio, highlighting a shift in social leisure.

Wellness studios become social hotspots in new urban leisure trend

Nearly three quarters of Gen Z adults, 73%, now default to staying home on weekends.

Chloe Bennett· Aug 10· 3 min
A person meditating in a luxurious Bhutanese wellness sanctuary with misty mountains and prayer flags, symbolizing a Menty B Break.

Luxury wellness sanctuaries in Sri Lanka and Bhutan offer Menty B breaks

A week-long 'Menty B Break' at a Bhutanese sanctuary can cost upwards of $15,000, according to Luxury Travel Magazine.

Chloe Bennett· Aug 9· 3 min
A person meditating peacefully at sunrise, symbolizing the start of a wellness journey and improved lifestyle.

Meditation: 5 Key Steps to Improve Your Wellness Lifestyle

The "MindFlow 5" program, a 5-step meditation approach, saw app downloads surge 400% this quarter, according to App Analytics Report.

Chloe Bennett· Aug 8· 4 min
Dakota Johnson looking healthy and confident, embodying a successful wellness journey and the impact of her personal health choices.

Dakota Johnson Reveals Weight Loss, 2026 Wellness Push

Within 24 hours of Dakota Johnson's Instagram post revealing a 20-pound weight loss, sales of her personal trainer's '2026 Wellness Guide' surged by 300% on Amazon.

Lauren Fisk· Aug 2· 3 min
Futuristic AI interface displaying personalized health insights and data visualizations from the Samsung Health Assistant beta.

Samsung Health Assistant Beta offers AI-powered personalized health insights

Samsung's new AI Health Assistant can tell you why your 'Energy Score' is low based on your sleep and calendar data, but it won't yet tell you to go to bed earlier.

Chloe Bennett· Jul 21· 4 min
Diverse group of people happily engaged in free wellness classes like yoga and cooking at a community center, symbolizing improved public health.

Local Council Doubles Free Wellness Classes with $5.6M Investment

The local council is injecting an additional $5.

Lauren Fisk· Jul 20· 3 min
A person receiving IV hydration therapy in a modern wellness studio, with advanced recovery equipment visible.

Paths to Restoration Expands Lafayette Wellness Offerings

Starting at $120 for an IV hydration session, Paths to Restoration introduces a suite of high-tech wellness treatments to Lafayette.

Chloe Bennett· Jul 18· 3 min
A person with diabetes finding peace and relaxation through a calming digital wellness tool, symbolizing the partnership between Insulet and Calm.

Insulet partners with Calm for diabetes wellness tools

Lila Moss, a user of Insulet's Omnipod, narrates a Calm Sleep Story designed specifically for the diabetes community, highlighting a new frontier in chronic disease support.

Chloe Bennett· Jul 14· 4 min
Passengers practicing yoga on the deck of a luxury cruise ship during a wellness retreat at sunrise.

Crystal Cruises Launches Four Wellness Retreats for 2027

Crystal Cruises is dedicating two of its luxury ships, Crystal Symphony and Crystal Serenity, to four distinct, expert-led wellness voyages across the Atlantic, Caribbean, and Panama Canal in 2027.

Chloe Bennett· Jul 9· 4 min
A business leader meditating in the serene mountains of Bhutan, gaining strategic insights that reshape corporate development.

Asia's wellness travel trend reshapes leadership development

A Hong Kong financial firm CEO recently credited a major strategic pivot, affecting thousands, to insights from a silent meditation retreat in Bhutan, reports Financial Times Asia.

Chloe Bennett· Jul 3· 3 min
Close-up of a senior adult's hands performing a grip strengthening exercise, showing improved dexterity and health.

Simple exercises restore grip strength for adults over 60

A recent study revealed that adults over 60 who performed just five minutes of specific hand exercises daily saw their grip strength improve by an average of 20% in three months, significantly reducin

Chloe Bennett· Jun 29· 3 min
An advanced AI interface analyzing mammograms to identify breast cancer risk factors in women, showcasing a breakthrough in medical technology.

AI identifies breast cancer risk factors in 111,000 women

A groundbreaking study, analyzing 200,000 mammograms from 111,000 women, reveals an AI model that identified 30% more high-risk individuals who later developed breast cancer than current methods.

Chloe Bennett· Jun 25· 4 min
Diverse group of people of all ages practicing yoga outdoors, promoting healthy ageing and global wellness initiatives.

Global Yoga Day 2026 focuses on healthy ageing initiatives worldwide

On June 18, 2026, approximately 800 yoga enthusiasts gathered at the UN Headquarters in New York, three days before the official International Yoga Day.

Lauren Fisk· Jun 20· 3 min
A futuristic cityscape illustrating the integration of technology and wellness, with holographic figures participating in health activities and glowing network lines.

Global wellness industry growth drivers and trends see 6.5% rise

The digital health and wellness market alone surged by over $100 billion in a single year, from $498.

Chloe Bennett· Jun 19· 4 min
Patient receiving NAD+ IV therapy in a modern clinic, highlighting the trend of prioritizing aesthetics over scientifically proven health benefits.

Wellness trend prioritizes looks over proven health benefits

Despite its rising popularity in private clinics, a comprehensive 2026 review found no human studies testing IV or intramuscular NAD+ for anti-aging or wellness outcomes, according to Raleigh News & O

Chloe Bennett· Jun 18· 3 min
A grocery store aisle featuring 'Better Choice' tags highlighting micronutrient-rich foods, catering to shoppers using GLP-1 medications for weight loss.

Grocers Launch New Products and Aisles for GLP-1 Drug Users

Publix, a major grocery chain, has already introduced 'Better Choice' shelf tags to highlight foods rich in micronutrients specifically needed by GLP-1 patients, according to South Florida Reporter .

Chloe Bennett· Jun 11· 3 min
An employee meditating calmly at their desk, representing the simplicity and effectiveness of modern corporate wellness strategies.

Rethinking corporate wellness: Simplifying for impact

In 2026, meditation can trigger measurable brain wave changes linked to relaxation and focus in as little as two minutes, according to CNN .

Chloe Bennett· Jun 10· 3 min
A person meditating on a cliff overlooking a misty valley, symbolizing the introspection and potential cost of seeking wellness.

Wellness retreats: Efficacy questioned amid financial costs

The global wellness tourism market is projected to hit nearly $894 billion in 2024, a figure that dwarfs the GDP of many nations, according to Luxury Hospitality Magazine .

Chloe Bennett· Jun 9· 3 min
Aerial view of a luxurious, eco-friendly wellness resort with infinity pools and ocean views, surrounded by tropical jungle.

Anticipated Wellness Resorts and Residences of 2026

For as little as $243 a night, travelers can now book a marina-view King room at the brand new Grand Hyatt Cancun Beach Resort, which opens its doors on November 17.

Chloe Bennett· Jun 8· 3 min
Luxurious wellness suite at Four Seasons Atlanta featuring advanced therapies and a serene, high-tech environment for personalized health.

Four Seasons Atlanta Elevates Luxury Wellness Experiences

At the Four Seasons Hotel Atlanta, guests can now consult with a dedicated 'Wellness Concierge' to design bespoke regimens including bio-hacking treatments and advanced nutritional planning, a stark d

Chloe Bennett· Jun 7· 3 min
A glowing vial of vitamin D supplement in a laboratory, symbolizing the questioning of its widespread benefits for bone health and fall prevention.

Rethinking Vitamin D: Deficiency Common, Supplement Benefits Doubted

Despite 30% to over 90% of healthcare workers suffering from vitamin D deficiency, a massive meta-analysis of 153,902 participants found little to no benefit from calcium and vitamin D supplementation

Chloe Bennett· Jun 7· 3 min
Diverse attendees enjoying a variety of wellness activities at a Dusit Hotels Well-Fest, highlighting inclusivity and holistic well-being.

Dusit Hotels and Resorts Expands Well-Fest in 2026

An adult day pass for a single wellness festival can cost €95, with extra charges for popular activities like Stand Up Paddleboard Yoga and spa access.

Chloe Bennett· Jun 3· 3 min
Seniors smiling and exercising together in a community center, participating in a fun program that combines physical activity with bingo elements.

Bingocize® targets balance and strength for seniors

In Stark County, seniors are boosting their balance and strength through a 10-week program that blends exercise with bingo.

Chloe Bennett· May 24· 3 min
Diverse individuals practicing mindfulness and meditation in a bright, accessible community center, symbolizing the shift towards inclusive wellness.

Global Wellness Week Shifts to Community Mindfulness

This year, Global Wellness Week announced a partnership with 50 local community centers across 10 countries.

Chloe Bennett· May 19· 3 min
A lone New Orleans musician playing a saxophone in a dimly lit jazz club, conveying a sense of emotional depth and the need for mental health support.

MusiCares brings mindful May to New Orleans musicians

86% of independent musicians report experiencing significant mental strain, a stark reality often hidden behind the vibrant facade of the music industry.

Chloe Bennett· May 15· 3 min