Health + Wellness

Ask the Expert: Brittney Burns, DNP, FNP-C

If you've hit your 40s (or are getting close) and suddenly feel like a stranger in your own body — brain fog, mood swings, weight change - you didn't sign up for — you're not imagining it, and you're not alone. We sat down with Brittney Burns, DNP, FNP-C, owner of Cura Aesthetics, to talk through the basics of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and what women should know before booking that first consultation.*Q: What exactly is HRT, and how do I know if it's something I need?"Hormone replacement...

Health + Wellness

Over 100 Symptoms of Perimenopause

Over 100 Symptoms of PerimenopauseYour body is not falling apart. It is trying to tell you something. Most women are told to expect hot flashes and irregular periods. What the research actually shows is far more expansive — and far more important to understand.Perimenopause is not a reproductive event. It is a whole-body hormonal transition that can begin as early as the late thirties and produce over 100 documented symptoms across virtually every system in the body. The reason so many...

Home + Design

Beautifully Curated

The art of design with Schön Interiors Article by Kelly Shearing | Photography by Schön Interiors A beautifully designed home is about far more than furniture, paint colors, or keeping up with trends. The spaces we live in shape how we feel every day, influencing everything from how we gather with family to how we unwind after a long day. Creating a home that feels elevated starts with one important principle: design should always feel personal. That philosophy sits at the heart of Schön...

Food + Beverage

Brisa Picante

Article and Photography by Saludos Tucked into a beautifully restored 1877 building near the Comal River, Saludos brings the bold flavors and vibrant energy of Mexico City to downtown New Braunfels. The restaurant pairs antique charm with a lively atmosphere, serving shareable plates and handcrafted cocktails that feel right at home on its spacious patio. The Brisa Picante captures that same spirit, blending fresh basil, bright lime, smooth tequila, and a touch of serrano heat with a sparkling...