Natural Awakenings Chicago - December 2010

Ancient Crystals with Modern Benefits: Salt Lamps Help Freshen and Cleanse the Air

Many experts agree that connecting to the Earth is crucial for health. For those times when communing with nature isn’t possible, crystal salt lamps offer similar benefits. Read More »

Ancient Grains Offer Health and Flavor

These days, when you’re in the grocer’s baking aisle you may find yourself looking at new and unfamiliar flours and wondering how to use them. Often called “ancient grains,” these “new” flours offer more nutrition than all-purpose flours. Read More »

Awakening Your Spirit Outdoors

Time spent outside can refresh and energize both mind and body, and feeling attuned to nature can be a spiritual experience. Two local organizations offer a variety of organized nature trips designed to revitalize your connection with the outdoors and awaken your spirit. Read More »

Boosting Immunity Naturally: How To Stay Well This Winter

Staying well during the “sick season” can be a challenge, but these approaches can help boost your immunity and health, naturally. Read More »

December Back Cover Artist: Tree of Life, Pastel on Paper, 2001

A visionary painter from Berlin, Germany, Bettina Madini has been living in the U.S. since 2003, when she left a corporate career to change her life and realize a dream of being an artist. Read More »

Healing Arts Offers Community Acupuncture

Individuals interested in experiencing acupuncture can enjoy it in a cost-saving, community format at Healing Arts of Oriental Medicine, in Deerfield. Read More »

Healthy Holiday Homes

While the holiday season is a time for fun and cheer, it can wreak havoc on your housekeeping. Traditional cleaning products can harm the environment, people and pets, so try these tips from two local, eco-friendly cleaning services. Read More »

Heaven Meets Earth: A Joy-Filled Space that Nurtures Spirit

Socrates advised, “Know thyself,” and Lisa Faremouth Weber, owner of Heaven Meets Earth yoga studio, honors that wisdom, walking life’s path with intuitive purpose. Today, her tranquil studio and healing boutique support others on their inner journey, too. Read More »

Light Up Your Holidays with Eco-Friendly LEDs

Strings of holiday lights add a festive twinkle to the holidays, but traditional incandescent bulbs often burn out quickly and require a lot of energy. LED holiday lights, however, stay cooler, use less energy and last longer. Read More »

Mindful Meditation from a Jewish Perspective

As we cover our eyes to chant the Jewish <i>Sh’ma</i> blessing, we experience our oneness with the divine in that moment. Read More »

Setting New Year’s Intentions

Many of us make New Year resolutions that we don’t follow. What if you made a shift in consciousness and set intentions, instead of resolutions, for 2011? Read More »

Solar Service Helps Illinois Generate Green Electricity

Solar Service Inc. recently completed the largest privately owned commercial photovoltaic solar panel installation in the state of Illinois. Read More »

Water-Saving Initiatives Target Evanston Small Businesses

As the first participant in Evanston’s new Rinse & Save initiative, the Chi Psi fraternity house at Northwestern University, in Evanston, replaced its pre-rinse sprayer nozzle with a more water-efficient one. Read More »

Sweet and Healthy Holiday Treats

Sweet and healthy holiday treat recipes Courtesy of Chef Mehmet Ak, of Cousin’s Incredible Vitality, where health-conscious individuals go for the highest-quality prepared gourmet raw food, products, services and education. Read More »