Tag: February 2012 Issue | Natural Sustainable Living Chicago

New Figurefacts App Monitors Lifestyle for Health

Jan 25, 2012

A new smartphone app is encouraging people to sit up and take control of their heart health.

An Introduction to the Work of Byron Katie

Jan 25, 2012

Certified Facilitator Paul Zavagno, MEd, will introduce the work of Byron Katie in a three-week class, at First Church of Christ, Scientist, in Deerfield.

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How to Be a Happy Woman

Jan 25, 2012 ● By Megy Karydes

It's hard to read Sara Avant Stover’s new book, The Way of the Happy Woman: Living the Best Year of Your Life, without wanting to curl up with a hot cup of green tea and a blanket and devour it in one sitting.

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Wellness in the Workplace

Jan 25, 2012

TVH, a leading distributor of replacement parts and accessories for industrial vehicles, recently turned to health and wellness as a key employee benefit that adds to the bottom line.

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Winterize Your Hair with These Tips

Jan 25, 2012 ● By Tony Gordon

Chicago winters are hard on hair. Fortunately, there are actions can you take to re-moisturize your hair and give it back the luster and shine it sports in the summertime.

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The Evolution of the Brain and the Mind

Jan 25, 2012 ● By Alberto Villoldo, Ph.D.

Thousands of years ago, our ancestors faced a neurological opportunity similar to the one we face today; an opportunity that facilitated an evolutionary leap forward.

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Supporting Mood with Brain-Boosting Supplements

Jan 25, 2012 ● By Lynn Bednar

Before going on an antidepressant regimen, you might consider giving your brain the nutrients it needs and see if an improvement in mood follows.

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ENVIRONMENT.: Genes and Brain Development

Jan 25, 2012 ● By Jeremy Fritz

One of the most dramatic discoveries in science over the past decade has been the understanding of how early experiences and environmental factors shape the expression of how, where and when genes function to build the brain.

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Five Ways to Get Out of a Relationship Rut

Jan 25, 2012 ● By Jean and Ray Kadkhodaian

Many factors contribute to the development of a “relationship rut,” and there are some things you can do about it to get yourself out of them.

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Dalai Lama Speaks on Non-Violence at Loyola University

Jan 25, 2012

At the invitation of TIBETcenter, His Holiness The XIV Dalai Lama will appear in Chicago to speak on the topic of non-violence.

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A Multi-Disciplined Approach to Back Care

Jan 24, 2012 ● By Peggy Malecki

"I like to merge functional medicine and nutrition principles to reduce inflammation and pain,” says Nancy Gomez, DC, a chiropractic physician and clinical director of the Chicago Back Center (CBC).

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Women’s Herbal Conference Opens Registration

Jan 24, 2012

The first Midwest Women’s Herbal Conference, to be held from June 29 to July 1, at the Christine Center, in Willard, Wisconsin, is now open for registration.

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Glenview Farmers’ Market

Jan 24, 2012

Glenview New Church will host an indoor farmers’ market from, sponsored by Faith in Place.

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Chicago Flower & Garden Show

Jan 24, 2012

Landscape architects, garden builders, plant growers and artists will be in attendance at the Chicago Flower & Garden Show, held from March 10 through 18, at the Navy Pier.

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