In This Issue: October 2022 October 2022 Digital Issue Please enjoy the October issue of Natural Awakenings. Flip through the pages of our digital magazine or scroll through the articles below. Huge October Apple Tree and Strawberry Sale at Bear Creek Organics! Sponsored Content Fall is the best time to plant your fruit trees and berry bushes! Plant now to get a head start on next growing season! Read More » Equine-Assisted Therapy and Coaching – Why it Works Horses provide the opportunity to practice problem-solving and social skills and provide a safe space where participants can explore their anxiety, traumas, and fears without feeling overwhelmed or judged. Read More » Fall Holistic Expo in Hamburg! The Inner Peace Holistic Expo will take place from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., November 5, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., November 6, at the Hamburg Field House. Read More » HeartMath Meditation Trains the Brain Have you ever tried to meditate and thought, “I can’t do this! I just can’t clear my head.”? Join the club. Read More » Stand Guard At the Door of Your Mind "Stand guard at the door of your mind.” Think about the world we live in today. Think about how much negative news floods the television. Read More » A Happy Halloween for Pets: Nine Ways to Keep a Dog or Cat Safe Potential hazards to avoid and precautions to take to ensure pet dogs and cats stay healthy, happy and safe during Halloween celebrations. Read More » Beet Chips with Sea Salt and Smoked Paprika Healthy snack recipe for beet chips flavored with sea salt and smoked paprika seasoning. Read More » Beet, Greens and Goat Cheese Linguine This heart-healthy recipe adds beets, greens and goat cheese to make a flavorful linguine pasta dish. Read More » Beet Hummus Take your hummus up a notch with this tasty recipe using roasted beets. Read More » Conservative Dentistry: Why Less Is More in Tooth Repair Determining whether conservative, biological or biomimetic dentistry is the best option for both our teeth and the rest of our bodies. Read More » Cordyceps Sinensis Enhances Performance in Distance Runners A study finds that Cordyceps sinensis, a Himalayan fungus used in Traditional Chinese Medicine, can significantly lower heart rates and improve aerobic performance. Read More » Decontaminating Water with Plant Waste Protein Scientists have created a membrane using sunflower and peanut oilseed meal that shows potential as a cheap, sustainable and scalable method to decontaminate heavy metals from water. Read More » Fall Beets: Versatile Leaf-to-Root Eats Versatile, nutritious, colorful and flavorful, beets are an easy-to-grow, multi-season vegetable, packed with nutrition. Here are some delicious ways to enjoy them. Read More » Global Network of Artists Addresses Climate Change The World Weather Network is an international coalition of 28 arts organizations that believe artists and writers should be a larger part of the dialogue surrounding climate change. Read More » Green Schoolyards: Concrete Jungles Become Natural Playgrounds Asphalt-paved schoolyards enclosed by chain-link fencing are being transformed into green play-learn spaces, designed for and by students and the community. Read More » International Plan to Rewild Large Mammals Large mammals are important ecosystem engineers, shaping natural processes and sequestering carbon, and scientists are planning to reintroduce these animals to the wild. Read More » Inviting in the Wild Having an indoor space touched with nature’s balm takes the edge off on stressful days. Here are ways to bring the outdoors in, helping to create a natural sanctuary. Read More » Kale and Beet Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette Recipe for kale salad with beets, walnuts and goat cheese served with a delicious balsamic vinaigrette. Read More » Malignant Melanoma Linked to Seafood Consumption Eating higher amounts of fish, specifically tuna and non-fried fish, appears to increase the risk of malignant melanoma. Read More » Monarch Butterfly Now Officially Endangered The latest update to the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List of Threatened Species includes the migratory monarch butterfly. Read More » Nadine Clopton on Advancing Regenerative Organic Agriculture to Health Care As the vice president of the Global NGO Executive Committee and program manager with the Rodale Institute, Nadine Clopton is combining her loves of health, advocacy and the ecosystem. Read More » Probiotic May Increase Skin Moisture A probiotic supplement can significantly increase skin water content and reduce transepidermal water loss in the face, particularly for seniors and those with the driest skin. Read More » Reducing Radiation Risks: Ways to Lessen Electromagnetic Exposure There is strong evidence of a correlation between electromagnetic fields (EMFs) and radiofrequency radiation (RF) exposures and various health conditions. Here are ways to reduce exposure. Read More » Save the Sequoias With almost 20 percent of sequoias destroyed by wildfire in the last two years, the U.S. Forest Service is speeding efforts to protect the giant ancient trees. Read More » Supplements, Exercise and Non-Western Diet Lower Cancer Risk Research finds that vitamin D3 and marine omega-3s, plus a simple home-strength exercise program, can reduce the risk of invasive cancers by up to 61 percent. Read More » Sustainable Sanctuaries: Supporting Human and Planetary Health at Home How to incorporate elements that preserve and promote the health of humans and the planet when upgrading, remodeling building or buying new houses. Read More » The Helpful Nature of Houseplants The human health benefits of having indoor plants, including pet-friendly varietals and maintenance tips. Read More » The Joy of Movement: Dancing Boosts Our Health and Happiness By all accounts, dancing gives us a step toward better health, but equally as noteworthy is its potential to bring more fun into our lives. Read More » Viewing Art Online Improves Well-Being A study finds that viewing art online can encourage positive states like serenity, happiness and stimulation, while also lowering negative states like fear, anger, anxiety and loneliness. Read More » THE PAWPAW TREE! A BEAUTIFUL NATIVE TROPICAL FRUIT TREE THAT CAN GROW IN YOUR BACKYARD by Bear Creek Organics So, you want to eat some pawpaws? Your best bet is to grow them yourself. Just know what genetics you are planting. Read More » MJA Healthcare Network is Offering Unique Treatments This is the proprietary EXTRACORPOREAL treatment of the blood using several factors – ozone, ultraviolet, visible light and specific frequency-based electromagnetic field therapy – all in one very powerful, yet completely natural and non-toxic combination. Read More » Finding Joy, Health, Hope For All Sometimes we can feel like joy seems hard to find - and seems even harder to keep! But what if joy is really fundamental to our nature? What if it is something all of us have permanently? Read More » FESTIVAL OF PEACE: October 2nd from 2 – 9 pm During the Peace Festival, people unite through such activities as: Sacred Circle, Art Exhibition, Mini-Workshops, Healing Sessions, Painting, Stone Amphitheater Chanting, Drumming, Holistic Center Booths, Vendors, Food, and Fire Circle. Read More » Natural Awakenings Publishing Corp. 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