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Try Neem and Walking to Ward Off COVID-19 Symptoms

May 31, 2022

Studies suggest that neem, a plant used for centuries in India to treat malaria, intestinal ulcers and skin diseases, may offer protection against COVID-19 and future variants.

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Take Vitamin D to Protect from Autoimmune Disorders and COVID-19 Severity

Apr 29, 2022

Vitamin D can significantly reduce the risk of incurring autoimmune disorders (AD) and may also protect against COVID-19 severity.

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Resilient Mothering: How Moms Are Forging Ahead in a Changing World

Apr 29, 2022 ● By Carrie Jackson

How mothers are adapting to life as a parent, employee, partner and friend, while still finding time to practice self-care during the pandemic.

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Use UV Rays and HEPA Filters to Kill COVID-19 Virus

Dec 30, 2021

Research finds that ultraviolet (UV) light is effective at killing the COVID-19 virus and high-energy particulate air (HEPA) filters can remove COVID-19 particles from the air.

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Plant-Based Meals Reduce Severe COVID-19 Risks

Aug 31, 2021

A study finds that individuals who ate a plant-based diet were 73 percent less likely to contract moderate to severe COVID-19.

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Use Sunlight and Sleep to Lower COVID-19 Risk

Jun 30, 2021

Two readily available natural strategies—sunlight exposure and sufficient sleep—appear to lower the risks of suffering and dying from COVID-19, report two new studies.

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Consider Melatonin to Lower COVID-19 Risk

Jan 29, 2021

Melatonin, a hormonal sleep aid, appears to reduce the risk of contracting COVID-19 by 30 percent, report researchers from the Cleveland Clinic.

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Illinois Dentists Maintaining Safe Practices

Oct 30, 2020 ● By Bernice Teplitsky, DDS, PC

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.

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Staying Connected Virtually During the Pandemic
Coronavirus as a Calling

Sep 30, 2020 ● By Gregg Levoy

The pandemic can be transmuted into golden opportunities if we look for purpose and meaning in it. Here are four ways to respond to the call of these turbulent times.

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Mask Eco-Disposal: How to Dispose of Antiviral Wear

Aug 31, 2020

Eco-friendly, sustainable ways to dispose of discarded antiviral protective face masks in a safe, responsible manner to avoid littering the planet.

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Emotional Well-Being in the Pandemic Age: Self-Care Strategies for Tough Times

Aug 31, 2020 ● By Sandra Yeyati

Healthy ways to cope with the stress the pandemic has placed on mental and emotional health using self-care and compassion strategies to build up confidence, courage and positivity.

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Natural Antivirals: Help in Staying Strong and Healthy

Aug 31, 2020 ● By Ronica O’Hara

Often-overlooked natural remedies with antiviral properties that may help to prevent virus infections like COVID-19 from becoming symptomatic or severe.

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The Upside of Lockdowns: Air Gets Cleaner Around the Globe

Jul 31, 2020 ● By Kimberly B. Whittle

Despite their dire consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic, government-mandated lockdowns around the world have had an unintended positive consequence: cleaner air.

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Natural Awakenings Chicago - June 2020

May 29, 2020

Chicagoland’s premier healthy lifestyle magazine...providing you with information and resources for your healthy, natural and sustainable lifestyle. Each month bringing you fresh articles about natural, green, eco-friendly living in the Chicago area.

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Mental Relief: Mindfulness Training May Reduce Paranoia

May 29, 2020

Researchers have found that just one week of practicing mindfulness—moment-to-moment awareness—reduces feelings of paranoia.

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