In This Issue: March 2022 March 2022 Digital Magazine Please enjoy the March 2022 Food & Nutrition Edition! Flip though the pages of our Digital Magazine or scroll through the articles below! Bircher-Benner 2 Manual for Patients with Liver and Gallbladder Conditions Sponsored Content A fundamental goal of the Maximilian Bircher Foundation is the promotion of research work to bridge the gap between conventional medicine and scientifically based regulatory naturopathy. Read More » My Thoughts For The Month Hold yourself responsible for a higher standard than anyone else expects of you. Never excuse yourself. Never pity yourself. Be a hard master to yourself and be lenient to everyone else. Read More » In This Issue: March 2022 Food & Nutrition Edition! Farmers Markets: Buying Local Boosts Well-Being, Delicious Plant-Based Meat Substitutes, Journal Home to Your Heart, Local Holistic and Sustainable Resources and More! Read More » Energy Healer Empowers Others to Tap: Healing Power from Within Intuitive energy healer and reiki master teacher Diane DuPré realized from a young age that she had a unique gift of seeing and feeling other peoples’ energy fields and auras. Read More » THE BACKYARD ORCHARDIST’S WISH LIST When Bear Creek Organics uses the word “Orchard,” we’re thinking of the homeowner or homesteader with fruit and nut trees chosen with the ecology of a small holding or back yard in mind. Read More » Spring Into Wellness at the Hamburg Holistic Expo The Inner Peace Holistic Expo will take place from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., April 9, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., April 10, at the Hamburg Field House, with free lectures and demonstrations all weekend. Read More » Relief From Cold & Flu Symptoms - Get Guna-FLU Cold and flu season is upon us. Every year we must fight against seasonal illnesses. Be prepared to fight cold and flu symptoms, such as fever, headache, sore throat, and fatigue. Read More » Ann Armbrecht on the Business of Ethical Botanicals Writer and anthropologist Ann Armbrecht explores the relationship between humans and the planet, notably through her work with plants and plant medicine. Read More » A Weekend Warrior Survival Guide: Prevention, First-Aid and Recovery Weekend warrior injuries can be serious, taking months and even surgery to be resolved. With prevention, simple exercises and minimal investment of time, most suffering can be avoided. Read More » Bacteria May Become Plastic Pathfinders A study has discovered that microbes in oceans and soils worldwide are evolving to eat plastic. Read More » Beyond Kibble: How to Shop for the Healthiest Pet Food There are better quality kibble and canned pet foods available today than in the past, along with frozen raw and freeze-dried raw foods. Here's what to look for in healthy dog and cat food. Read More » Beyond Picky Eating: Help for Pediatric Eating Disorders Children of any gender and age can be afflicted with anorexia nervosa, bulimia and other conditions unique to younger kids, but holistic solutions can help with childhood eating disorders. Read More » Buffalo Cauliflower Bites This healthier version of buffalo wings is meat-free and baked instead of fried, but full of flavor and spice. Read More » Burnout Recovery: Ways to Reset and Find Balance Burnout, once primarily a workplace concern, is turning into a societal norm and causing health issues to arise. Here are helpful strategies to find balance and healing. Read More » Drink Coffee and Tea to Reduce Dementia and Stroke Risk Study finds that drinking both coffee and tea in the course of a day correlates with a lower risk of stroke and dementia compared to drinking either one exclusively. Read More » Easing into a Vegan Lifestyle: Clever Meat Substitutes that Please the Palate How to start adapting a plant-based diet using vegetables, grains, nuts and seeds to create balanced textures and flavors for meat-alternatives. Read More » Eat Alpha Lipoic Acid-Rich Foods to Live Longer A high dietary intake of foods containing alpha lipoic acid (ALA), a plant-based amino acid essential to the body’s metabolism, is associated with reduced risks of death from various causes. Read More » Environment Damaged by Winter Road Salt The salt used on roads to combat snow and ice in the winter is wreaking havoc on the environment and our drinking water. Read More » Flip Side of Melting Glaciers May Benefit Salmon More than 300 melting glaciers between British Columbia and Alaska have the potential to create 3,800 miles of new salmon habitat by 2100. Read More » Genetically Modified Organisms (GMO) Now Labeled as Bioengineered (BE) The labeling rule for food products altered at the genetic level was finalized and implemented on January 1 to uphold the integrity of labeling claims and increase marketplace transparency. Read More » Journaling to Access Inner Wisdom When we’re feeling overwhelmed or anxious, we can find the inner wisdom we need with these simple journaling steps. Read More » Kids’ Eating Disorders Signs of anorexia nervosa, avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID), pica and other childhood eating disorders common in children 12 and under. Read More » One-Pan Skillet Eggplant Parmigiana A vegan version of this delicious Italian favorite using plant-based mozzarella. Read More » People of Faith Find Deep Connection to the Environment Most of the world’s organized religious sects contain a doctrine or reference to preserving the environment. Read More » Plant-Based Foods Go Mainstream: Healthy Eating Gets Easier with Innovations Vegans have no shortage of options as plant-based eating and lifestyle choices go mainstream with creative, sustainable products and services that are better for the planet and our health. Read More » Run 10 Minutes for a Brain Boost New research shows that a mere 10 minutes of moderate-intensity running boosts cognitive function. Read More » Sustainably Coping with Sea Level Rise In the coastal nation of the Netherlands, houseboats able to cope with rising seas or rain-induced floods are being constructed. Read More » Take Vinegar to Lower the Blues Researchers found a reduction in self-reported depression scores in study participants who consumed daily amounts of vinegar. Read More » The 411 on Styrofoam: Why We Should Just Say No The harm Styrofoam causes to human health and the planet outweighs its convenience. Here are safer, eco-friendly alternatives. Read More » The Bounty of Farmers Markets: Buying Local Boosts Health, the Economy and the Planet Farmers’ markets offer the freshest fruits and veggies around, encourage organic and seasonal eating, support local farmers, and lower the carbon footprint of buying and shipping produce. Read More » Tips to Prevent Injury Simple stretches and warmups to help prevent injuries before participating in a workout or physical activity. Read More » Interspiritual Minister Counsels with Judgement-free Love and Support Since childhood, interspiritual minister Sue Stangeland, of Connecting Mind and Body, understood how our equine friends can help us heal. She grew up in an alcoholic family, and while seeking love and support beyond her home, she became drawn to horses. Read More » Organic Winter Skin Care and Peel Time at The Healing & Wellness Corner "We had a mild start to this year's winter season, but now that it's here... it’s cold! Just as the seasons change, so should your skin care," esthetician and owner, Jamie Brotzman shares. Read More » Stream Hypnosis Hypnosis is a very useful method to get beyond the patterns of thinking, acting and expecting that are keeping you from the life you want, the health you want and the mindset you want. Read More » Healthy Weight with Hypnosis Stream Hypnosis, LLC, is offering group classes to enable participants to achieve their desired weight. This three-week course is for the person who has set a New Year’s resolution to prioritize health and wellness by maintaining a healthy bodyweight. Read More » At Home Blood Testing, For a Healthier You The public can check many health aspects at home in an easy and highly convenient way without going to a doctor’s office. Read More » Natural Awakenings Publishing Corp. Partners with KnoWEwell Collaborative Enter these special codes to receive 50% off your first year! Read More » In-Print March 2022