Health & Wellness

To paraphrase neuroanatomist Jill Bolte Taylor, people are emotional beings who have thoughts rather than thinking beings who have emotions. Read more

Loads of studies have found that many different types of writing promote and protect well-being, including positive effects on mood, mental health, and personal and professional development. Read more

As fall unfolded into winter in 2020, the light dimmed, the pandemic flared, and I signed up to learn how to tell stories—the kind when people get up on stage, stand in front of a microphone, and spin an old fashioned yarn. The best ones appear on The Moth; the beginners, like me, start at Capital Storytelling in Sacramento. Read more

The Pleasure Trap has helped me solve the most challenging problem of my medical practice: Why is it so difficult for people to adopt a healthful diet and lifestyle—despite the obvious and overwhelming benefits? Since 1976, I have known how people can lose weight without ever being hungry; cure most cases of arthritis, diabetes, and hypertension; and reverse serious heart disease. Read more

Heart disease is the number one cause of death in the United States. Lifestyle, including regular exercise and a healthy diet, are potent in greatly reducing the risk of heart disease. Learn about how a plant-based diet can help keep your heart healthy during Heart Health Month. Speaker: Dr. Heather Shenkman Read more

In this dynamic presentation, CLA’s Health and Wellness Committee Vice-Chair, Gary Laturno, will team up with health food advocate and plant-based chef Tracy Childs to focus on Heart Health Month. Gary will discuss the cause of heart disease, myths and misperceptions, the simple life style changes needed to prevent and reverse Read more

The CLA Real Property Law Section is proud to invite you to our first annual Health and Wellness Retreat. This retreat will include a great mix of MCLE seminars, networking, and health and wellness activities. Attendees will join us at the fabulous Ritz Carlton Lake Tahoe located in North Lake Tahoe Read more

Medical staff bylaws increasing the statutory burden of proof are unenforceable, entitling physician to a new peer review hearing Read more

This class is a full-body workout combining elements of dance, pilates, yoga, and barre – in an efficient 45-minute format. We use optional props like light weights, ankle weights, and resistance bands, to maximize our time together and ensure that you leave class feeling stronger, mobilized, and more clear-headed. All skill levels welcome. Read more

Is your closet in need of a little Self Love? The Wardrobe Wellness workshop will teach how to transform your closet into your very own inspiring boutique! Read more