Natural Awakenings Chicago ~ November 2020

Natural Awakenings Chicago ~ November 2020

Enjoy articles from the November 2020 issue Read More »

3 Cold Weather Health Tips

Try these three wellness tips from Coach Ro of Get Fit EGV for getting fit and staying healthy in the cold Midwest Winter. Read More »

An Eckankar Soul Adventure Seminar Online: The Power of Gratitude

Eckankar’s free Soul Adventure Seminar, online through November 30, explores a secret to spiritual living that can help create a rich and fulfilling life. Read More »

Antalee Wellness Focuses on Brain and Whole-Body Health

The practice provides a variety of the most effective, science-based, preventive and high-quality therapeutic natural solutions. Read More »

Bring the Beauty of Outdoors Into Our Homes

Bring nature indoors through creating expertly designed terrariums that look great and are also easy to care for. We love collaborating to fulfill your custom terrarium dreams. Read More »

Calandra Center Combines Therapies for Best Results

The team at CCHW upholds the Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) philosophy that disease or dysfunction is an indication that something is out of balance, whether physically, emotionally or in other areas of life. Founder Teri Calandra, L.Ac. is a licensed acupuncturist and reiki master teacher who believes that it is beneficial to work with a variety of healing modalities in order to give optimal care and achieve wellness. Read more in this profile by Carrie Jackson. Read More »

Expert Women’s Medical Care is Conveniently Located in Chicago

The Gynecology Institute of Chicago, Ltd. has made adjustments during the pandemic to expand their offerings and now offers masked, in-person visits, as well as virtual telehealth visits. Read More »

Exploring the Purpose of the Soul

An Akashic reading can help you reconnect to your deeper self and enable you to move on with a clearer sense of purpose. Read More »

Functional Medicine Practice Relocates to Glenview

Functional medicine differs from the common approach to medicine in that it strives to determine and address the root cause of illnesses and focuses on restoring and enhancing health for each individual. Read More »

Illinois Dentists Maintaining Safe Practices

All licensed dental offices must follow new COVID-19 guidelines set by the Illinois Department of Public Health, American Dental Association, Illinois State Dental Society, Occupational Safety and Health Administration and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Read More »

Launch of KnoWEWell for Natural Awakenings

KnoWEwell is an immersive, global, online platform that connects the dots between lifestyle choices, soil, food, the planet and health. Read More »

Learn About Bison Online with Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie

There are more ways than ever to celebrate America’s national mammal, such as a digital map of local area “bison crawl” sites with in-person or virtual programs, including six libraries with interpretive spotlights on National Bison Day, November 7. Read More »

Letter from the Publisher

The realities of these times can help us gain a different perspective when we focus on the new roads we may now be on. Read More »

Love Fur Dogs Offers Unique Skin-Focused Grooming Services

Owner and Master Groomer Jennifer Bishop-Jenkins is a certified canine esthetician and skin care expert committed to the safety, health, well-being and comfort of each pet. Read More »

MCC Presents Forefront: Ideas in Food and Farming Online Lecture Series

A great way for everyone to learn more about our local food system, will only be presented in a virtual format and are no cost to attend. Read More »

Recipe: Allergen and Gluten-free Pumpkin Muffins

Pumpkins are naturally high in vitamin A and vitamin C, which can help boost the immune system and overall wellness. This, along with being lower in calories, helps make pumpkin a great addition to a healthy fall diet and meals. Recipes from a Gluten-Free Kitchen with GF Mom Certified's Tiffany Hinton. Read More »

Recipe: Maisha's Favorite Lunch Smoothie

Being mindful of what you consume is a great way to start a path to everyday wellness and good health. Smoothies are easy and fast to make, says Maisha Wynn of Live to Wynn. Read More »

Recipes from a Farm Kitchen: Baked Squash and Garlicky Greens

Enjoy these delicious, healthy recipes for seasonal favorites baked squash and garlicky greens from Jen Miller of Prairie Wind Family Farm, in Grayslake. Look for organic produce from your local CSA, co-op or indoor farmers' market, or the local grocery. Shop and eat local! Read More »

Relax During Procedures at Wrigleyville Dental

Wrigleyville Dental has partnered with intuitive healer Regyna Curtis, of Atmaitri, to offer reiki for dental anxiety. Read More »

Self-Care Tips For Parents in a Pandemic

Take care with these self-care tips from yoga teacher and wellness author Julie Gentile using the CALM strategy, and be ready for the holiday season and beyond. Read More »

Try a Terrarium to Bring Nature Indoors

Making terrariums and caring for them is good for our mind and soul, not to mention learning things like fine motor skills and the science behind what makes plants tick. Read More »

Turkeys, Turkeys Everywhere: Wild Birds and Mushrooms Show Their Woodland Colors

During the fall season, nature lovers can enjoy two different types of turkeys. One is a bird, the wild turkey—the other is a mushroom, turkey tail fungus. Writer Sheryl DeVore helps us learn more about both types of turkeys! Read More »

Two-Day Zoom Immersion with Cyndi Dale

Participants will take a unique adventure into cosmology, science and subtle wisdom. Read More »

Body Gratitude: Being Thankful Empowers Our Workouts

Ways to cultivate an appreciation for our bodies to help us stay motivated at maintaining a workout routine and reap the many health benefits of exercise and gratitude. Read More »

Canadian Species Extinction Risk Looms

Species of global conservation concern have declined in Canada by 42 percent and Canadian at-risk species fell by 59 percent, between 1970 and 2016, according to a new report. Read More »

Climate Change Impedes Wildfire Reforestation Efforts

A study found that forest recovery declines significantly under warmer, drier conditions caused by climate change, making forests less resilient to fire. Read More »

Cranberry Sauce with Maple Syrup

Delicious maple syrup, orange juice, cinnamon and cranberries are boiled down to a syrupy, slightly sweet and spicy sauce in this tasty holiday recipe. Read More »

Denim Microfibers Pervade Waterways

Blue jeans create a unique type of environmental pollution as researchers have detected indigo denim microfibers in wastewater effluent, lakes and even remote Arctic marine sediment. Read More »

Discarded Solar Panels Result in Toxic Pollution

As millions of metric tons of solar panel waste containing lead are projected in the coming years, groups are working ensure proper recycling protocols are in place. Read More »

Do Aerobic Exercises to Improve Fatty Liver Condition

A new study finds that aerobic exercise can have significant improvements in markers of liver and metabolic health, helping those with metabolic-associated fatty liver disease (MAFLD). Read More »

Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Surging in California

The state of California has approved a $437 million campaign devoted to building thousands of electric vehicle (EV) chargers. Read More »

Fix It, Don’t Nix It: Repairing Can Prolong Life of Products

When something breaks, don’t replace it­—fix it. Here are tips to help DIY fix just about anything. Read More »

Get B12 in a Vegan Diet from Dough Fermentation

Fermenting dough using Propionibacterium freudenreichii bacteria along with Lactobacillus brevis can produce enough B12 to fulfill the nutritional need for vegans. Read More »

Giving Thanks for a Healthy Feast: How to Lighten Up Thanksgiving Fare

Thanksgiving might be a smaller affair this year, making it the perfect time to up the side-dish game, embrace healthier options and take advantage of delicious, in-season produce. Read More »

Giving Thanks: Meditation on Gratitude and Joy

Bestselling author, Buddhist practitioner and mindfulness practice teacher Jack Kornfield offers a meditation that opens our hearts to gratitude and joy this holiday season. Read More »

Have Conflicts Mediated for Best Results

Couples who have arguments mediated by a third party report feeling more satisfied with the content and progress of the discussion and have fewer residual issues. Read More »

Homemade Mask Recipes

DIY recipes for homemade green tea, turmeric and black pepper facial masks from Marlene Adelmann's Botanical Skin Care Recipe Book. Read More »

Mindful Parenting: The Conscious Path to Raising a Child

Conscious, mindful, soulful, awake and peaceful parenting tips to help connect deeply with kids through love, authenticity and acceptance of the child’s innate nature. Read More »

Mushroom Gravy

This rich, flavorful, vegan mushroom gravy recipe is perfect served over potatoes and veggie loafs. It’s easy to prepare and inexpensive. Read More »

Natural Beauty: Homemade Solutions for Glowing Skin

Natural DIY skincare routines using chemical-free, inexpensive ingredients made from healthy, everyday products already present in most homes. Read More »

Preventing Type 2 Diabetes: Natural Lifestyle Choices to Curb the Disease

Research-backed lifestyle strategies, including healthy diet, exercise, herbs and sleep, that can help to lower the risk and harm of diabetes. Read More »

Pumpkin Spice No-Bake Energy Balls

This gluten-free, vegan and paleo recipe for Pumpkin Spice No-Bake Energy Balls combines the flavors of fall for a healthy and delicious treat. Read More »

Scientists Confront Academic Racism

Nearly 6,000 scientists signed a pledge to #ShutDownSTEM on June 10, the day of the Strike for Black Lives across higher education. Read More »

Sherri Mitchell on Indigenous Wisdom for Our Times

Author, attorney, spiritual teacher and indigenous rights activist Sherri Mitchell offers a set of cultural values to help preserve our collective survival for future generations. Read More »

Skin-Soothing Herbs for Dogs and Cats: Simple Ways to Reduce Itching

From allergies to liver deficiency to diet, many factors can itch, inflame and irritate the skin of our pets. Here are herbs that can help comfort and relieve an itchy dog or cat. Read More »

Steps to Building Body Gratitude

Affirmations, daily techniques, gratitude yoga poses and movement exercises to help build up appreciation for our bodies. Read More »

Strategies for Soulful Parenting

Renée Peterson Trudeau, the author of Nurturing the Soul of Your Family and The Mother’s Guide to Self-Renewal, offers suggestions for soulful parenting. Read More »

Strategies to Prevent Diabetes

Nutrition tips, holistic insight and inspirational strategies from health professionals to help prevent diabetes. Read More »

Take Vitamin D and Calcium to Reduce Vertigo

A study finds that vitamin D and calcium supplementation can help to reduce episodes of benign paroxysmal positional vertigo. Read More »

Thanksgiving Green Bean Casserole

This vegan twist on the classic green bean casserole recipe is a healthy way to incorporate more vegetables into Thanksgiving feasts. Read More »

The Green Burial Revolution: Sustainable End-of-Life Options

Green burial options emerging in the funeral industry that honor the deceased in environmentally-friendly and affordable ways. Read More »

Try Flaxseed Oil to Reduce Weight and Body Mass Index

Flaxseed, with its high nutritional value and low glycemic profile, can help with weight loss and a lower body mass index. Read More »

Try Rhodiola and Black Cohosh for Menopausal Symptoms

The herb black cohosh, long been used to relieve menopausal symptoms, is most effective when combined with rhodiola, an adaptogenic herb known for balancing stress hormones. Read More »