Natural Awakenings Space & Treasure Coast Florida - September 2021 Yoga in your everyday life, exploring medical marijuana, conquering chronic pain and more! Artificial Milk is Next ‘Frankenfood’ Genetically recombined Trichoderma reesei fungus is producing synthetic versions of dairy proteins casein and whey for an animal-free milk. Read More » Art’s Embrace: Healing Through Creativity Art can be a powerful force for healing. Throughout America, art’s redemption takes center stage at hospitals, nursing homes, jails, public spaces and homeless shelters. Read More » Certain Fruits Can Protect Against Diabetes Research suggests eating two servings of fruit a day lowers the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes by 36 percent in five years compared to eating less than half a serving. Read More » Conquering Chronic Pain: How the Body-Mind Connection Works Understanding the mind/body connection is to key for patients seeking healing from chronic pain through holistic approaches. Read More » Creative Kids: How to Nurture Imagination How parents can provide children an environment that encourages curiosity and exploration to help build the creative skills critical to personal and planetary survival. Read More » Farm Waste Doubles as Construction Material Agricultural waste (agro-waste) such as manure, leaf litter and crop residues can be recycled into organic and sustainable construction materials, helping to reduce landfill issues. Read More » Foraged Fungi Fare: Cooking with Wild Mushrooms Wild mushrooms, particularly foraged fungi that offer a host of nutritional benefits, can infuse exciting new flavors and textures into familiar dishes. Read More » Healthy Choices Mitigate Cognitive Health Reduction A survey found that a healthy lifestyle cuts the risk of cognitive impairment by half, even if a person carries the gene that is linked to cognitive loss and Alzheimer’s. Read More » Healthy Cookware: How to Choose Non-Toxic Pots and Pans From classic pots and pans to the latest modern synthetic materials, here are some basic factors to watch for in choosing environmentally sound and chemical-free cookware. Read More » Hen of the Woods Steaks A delicious, meat-free "steak" recipe using hen of the woods mushrooms. Read More » Horses as Healers: Equine Therapy has Physical and Emotional Benefits Numerous studies have shown that equine-assisted therapy helps with anger, anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder and dissociative or other emotional problems. Read More » Lower Pregnancy Risks with a Healthy Diet Expectant mothers that follow a healthy diet lower their risk of such pregnancy complications as gestational diabetes, hypertension, preeclampsia and preterm delivery. Read More » Martha Beck on Living with Integrity Bestselling author and sociologist Martha Beck discusses her new book, The Way of Integrity: Finding the Path to Your True Self. Read More » Plant-Based Meals Reduce Severe COVID-19 Risks A study finds that individuals who ate a plant-based diet were 73 percent less likely to contract moderate to severe COVID-19. Read More » Promising Pain Relief Therapies Integrative modalities commonly used by holistic practitioners to treat chronic pain. Read More » Shedding Light on Lightbulbs: The Ins and Outs of Our Options The pros and cons of incandescent, fluorescent and LED bulbs, with information on costs and proper disposal. Read More » Sicilian Chicken of the Woods A traditional Italian preparation for chicken of the woods mushrooms, flavored with wild monarda leaves and served with charred bread rubbed with garlic. Read More » Stay in Tune with Our Body Clock to Sidestep the Blues Research shows that sleeping out of sync with our natural rhythms makes us more likely to experience depression, anxiety and reduced well-being. Read More » The Power of the Written Note Sending off a quick message by email or text comes easy enough, but a handwritten note ensures the recipient will feel appreciated by the time and effort it took. Read More » Warm Endive and Oyster Mushroom Salad Tasty, elegant recipe for Warm Endive and Oyster Mushroom Salad. Read More » Wealth Distribution Linked to Urban Canopies An analysis has found that a pattern of inequitable distribution of trees has deprived many communities of the health and other benefits that sufficient tree cover can deliver. Read More » Wild Bees Thrive on Forest Deadwood Scientists have found that creating deadwood in coniferous forests is a promising restoration measure to promote an abundance of aboveground nesting bees. Read More » Worldwide Shark Extinction Risk A study has discovered sharks to be absent from many of the world’s coral reefs, indicating they are “functionally extinct”, that is, too rare to fulfill their normal role in the ecosystem. Read More » Yoga to Heal Trauma: Soothing Poses Calm the Nervous System Trauma-informed yoga (also called trauma-sensitive yoga) is a promising therapeutic branch of the yogic system designed to quell the body’s programmed “fight-or-flight” responses. Read More » Become Your Best Version of You with New Book and Journal Shamekah Shaw, founder of Awesome Wellness & Consulting, releases her new book, Power in Position: The Essential Pursuit of Unveiled Hope and Strength Required to Birth Destiny. Read More » Deluxe Edition of Autobiography of a Yogi Coming in October Deluxe edition of Autobiography of a Yogi by Paramahansa Yogananda will be available in October. This book provides a scientific explanation of the laws by which yogis perform miracles and attain self-mastery. Read More » Empowerment Sessions with the Lifestyle Goddess Empowerment sessions using metaphysical modalities and vision work can bring a change in perspective for the client. This change can be a catapult to lasting empowerment. Read More » Fit Fest at Flagler Park in Stuart this October Volunteers in Medicine (VIM) Fit Fest will be held October 23 at Flagler Park in Stuart. This wellness fair is free to attend and will offer health themed fun including a 5K color run and scavenger hunt. Read More » Free eSight Electronic Assistive Eyewear Testing at Health For Life in Cocoa Beach eSight electronic assistive eyewear devices can help some individuals with vision within the range 20/60 to 20/800. Health For Life in Cocoa Beach is offering complimentary testing to determine if the patient is a good candidate. Read More » Fundraising Events in Melbourne Support Serene Harbor Domestic Violence Center Casino Night and the Annual Golf Classic will be held in Melbourne in October to recognize Domestic Violence Awareness month and raise funds for Serene Harbor Domestic Violence Center. Read More » Healing Services with Vera Gabrieal Available in Stuart and Virtually Vera Gabriel, Spiritual Teacher and Psychic Reader, offers healing services and psychic readings. She helps her clients answer everyday questions including soul mates, career path, life’s purpose and more. Read More » Holistic Primary Care Now Available in Brevard with Titusville and Melbourne Offices Holistic Primary Care of Brevard is open in Melbourne and Titusville. This comprehensive practice addresses all aspects of a patient’s needs from acute illness and injury to anti-aging, wellness and a full line of rehabilitation services. Read More » Just Breathe Aerials Offers AntiGravity Fitness in Port St. Lucie Just Breathe Aerials in Port St Lucie offers yoga, classes and AntiGravity Fitness, also known as aerial yoga. This stress-buster also decompresses the spine, increases strength and flexibility and clears the mind. Read More » Living the Universal Christ Workshop Offered Via Zoom Living the Universal Christ workshop by Richard Rohr will be held by Rev. Janice Cary of Unity of Fort Pierce. This 6-week class will be held virtually. Read More » Organic, Plant-Based, Professional Clinical Esthetics and Advanced Integrated Massage Services in West Melbourne Ginger Taylor offers organic, plant-based esthetic services and massage in West Melbourne. Services include infused oxygen lifts, dermaplaning, microdermabrasion and more. Read More » Reiki Healer Certifications led by Maria Banas at Aquarian Dreams in Indialantic Reiki I, II, and III Certifications Courses will be held in September at Aquarian Dreams in Indialantic. Read More » Spirit Fest Comes to Port St. Lucie in September The Spirit Fest Metaphysical and Holistic Fair comes to Port St Lucie on Saturday, September 11 and Sunday, September 12. Held at MidFlorida Event Center there will be vendors, readers, artists authors and demonstrations. Read More » Whiskers For Whiskey Event to Benefit Humane Society Whiskers for Whiskey Tasting Event to benefit the Humane Society of the Treasure Coast. The Chef’s Table and libations Mobile Catering Co have partnered with the Humane Society for this unique experience of whiskey and crafted plates. Read More » Your CBD Store Port St Lucie Offers Hemp-Derived Products Your CBD Store Port St Lucie offers hemp-derived products formulated from the whole plant. Customers can choose from water-solubles, edibles, tinctures, soft gels, and topical applications. Read More » Exploring Medical Marijuana: Conversations with Local Experts, Articles & Podcasts Dr. Alita Sikora and Dr. Jessica McCain sit down with us to discuss the complex issue of Medical Marijuana (cannabis) and conditions it may help including anxiety, pain and insomnia. Read More » In-Print