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Natural Awakenings is your guide to a healthier, more balanced life. In each issue you'll find cutting-edge information on natural health, nutrition, fitness, personal growth, green living, creative expression, and the products and services that support a healthy lifestyle.

Unlock the Secret to Radiant Hair: Eco Salon’s Transformative Role in Scalp Care
A healthy scalp is vital for vibrant hair, yet its importance is often overlooked. Discover the significance of scalp health and how an eco salon can play a transformative role.... Read More »
The Benefits of Whole Organic Foods (and Avoiding Ultra-Processed Foods)
Whole organic foods, being minimally processed and nutrient-dense, offer a multitude of health benefits. They not only enhance the immune system, digestion, and overall wellbeing.... Read More »
Topical and Dietary Roadmap for Healthy Skin
Acne Antidote: Topical and Dietary Roadmap for Healthy Skin
Whether it’s a wedding day or job interview, nothing puts a damper on the moment like an outbreak of acne but natural treatments and lifestyle modifications can keep those breakouts at bay. Read More »
Asian Glazed Chicken With Broccoli
Asian Glazed Chicken With Broccoli
This recipe uses gluten-free tamari instead of soy sauce for the glaze and rice flour instead of gluten-containing white flour to lightly coat the chicken, helping to keep the meat juicy and tender. Read More »
Childhood Food Allergies
Childhood Food Allergies, Intolerances and Sensitivities: Back-to-School Tips for All Ages
It’s back-to-school season, and for students with food issues, meal planning is as important as lining up classroom supplies and extra-curricular schedules. Read More »
Climate Victory Gardens
Climate Victory Gardens
Green America is encouraging and training people to plant “climate victory gardens” to restore soil health and draw down carbon as a way to help solve the climate crisis. Read More »
Colon Cancer Rising Among Young Adults
Colon Cancer Rising Among Young Adults
Colon cancer is on the rise in young adults, according to a report published in the journal Science. Read More »
Controlling Indoor Air Pollution
Controlling Indoor Air Pollution
According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), indoor air pollution can be as high as, or even higher than, outdoor levels. Consider these measures to maintain a healthy, fresh-air environment inside the dwelling. Read More »
Diet May Impact Risk of Miscarriage
Diet May Impact Risk of Miscarriage
One in six pregnancies ends in miscarriage. While there are many known causes, including chromosomal problems and infections in the womb, nearly half of pregnancy losses remain unexplained. Read More »
Sustainability on the Rise at U.S. Colleges
Eco-Friendly U: Sustainability on the Rise at U.S. Colleges
The halls of higher education are adopting more sustainable practices as students and university stakeholders increasingly understand that their lifestyle choices and daily operations impact the planet. Read More »
El Niño Is Here
El Niño Is Here
According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, El Niño and La Niña are the warm and cool phases of a climate pattern across the tropical Pacific. Read More »
Group Fitness Glory
Group Fitness Glory: Tips to Maximize Results and Enjoyment
Fitness classes offer a great way to jumpstart an exercise regimen, achieve fitness goals and exercising together in a group can transform a workout into a fun, motivating, socially fulfilling activity. Read More »
LIFELONG LEARNING
Lifelong Learning: Benefits of Being the Forever Student
It’s never too late to take an evening drawing class at the local high school, learn a language with the help of an app or get one-on-one tutoring from a piano instructor. Adults of any age can find benefits when they engage in what is termed “lifelong learning”. Read More »
Maria Rodale
Maria Rodale: On Letting Nature Heal Itself
In her latest work, Love, Nature, Magic: Shamanic Journeys into the Heart of My Garden, Rodale leads readers through her relationship with the plants, animals and insects that inhabit her garden and shares the life lessons. Read More »
Maximizing Lutein in Green Smoothies
Maximizing Lutein in Green Smoothies
Research indicates that lutein is essential for eye health, suppresses inflammation and offers cardiovascular health benefits. Read More »
Marine Life
New Species Found in Deep-Sea Mining Zone
Biologists have discovered more than 5,000 new species of marine life in the Clarion-Clipperton Zone (CCZ), an untouched seabed in the Pacific Ocean spanning nearly 2 million square miles between Hawaii and Mexico. Read More »
Power Walking Innovation
Power Walking Innovation
Pavegen's sidewalks are made of tile-like triangular platforms. When someone steps on a tile, a flywheel is activated to spin extremely fast, generating power that is sent to and stored in a battery. Read More »
Reducing Pain With Music Therapy
Reducing Pain With Music Therapy
After a single music therapy session, the patients reported clinically significant reductions in pain, anxiety and stress. Read More »
Saving the Dead Sea
The Dead Sea is one of the most unique bodies of water in the world. It is the lowest spot on Earth and home to rich, therapeutic minerals. Read More »
CREATING A VIBRANT BLENDED FAMILY
Stepparenting Success: Creating a Healthy Blended Family
Blended families are complex and often challenging. Fortunately, there are methods to knit a blended family into a strong and enduring tapestry. Read More »
Tattoo Science and Concerns
Tattoo Science and Concerns
While tattoo artists must be licensed to operate for safety reasons, the inks used for tattoos are unregulated in the U.S. Read More »
TURKEY BURGER BENTO BOX
Turkey Burger Bento Box
A fun lunch meal packed with protein, fruits and veggies. Read More »
VIETNAMESE SPRING ROLLS
Vietnamese Spring Rolls
To accommodate a family with differing dietary needs due to food allergies, sensitivities or intolerances, this dish is served family-style, allowing diners to assemble their own spring rolls, choosing from the ingredients that fit their food restrictions. Read More »
Walking in Wonder
Walking in Wonder
Before life snagged us in its insidious net of obligations, our child selves discovered awe around every bend. We poked our noses into fluffy, new dandelions and saw faces in passing clouds. Read More »
THE JOYS AND BENEFITS OF AQUARIUMS
Watching Fish Swim: The Joys and Benefits of Aquariums
There's something meditative about observing the movement of colorful fish among swaying aquatic plants while hearing the soothing sounds of water and can help bring calmness to our lives. Read More »
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