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Natural Awakenings Chicago March 2025

Natural Awakenings Chicago - March 2025

Discover the power of personalized nutrition in our March issue of Natural Awakenings Chicago for National Nutrition Month! Learn how unique dietary needs impact wellness, explore healthy cooking oils to fight inflammation, find out where to see migrating white pelicans near Chicago, get tips for exercise recovery and dig into eco-friendly gardening.

Cooking With Healthy Oils: The Secret to Anti-Inflammatory Meals

Anti-inflammatory oils such as avocado and olive oil may support overall health and enhance everyday meals.

Nutritious food

Personalized Nutrition: Fine-Tuning the Dinner Plate

Advances in technology and gut health research are driving a shift toward individualized nutrition plans.

Natural Awakenings Chicago March 2025

Natural Awakenings Chicago - March 2025

Cooking With Healthy Oils: The Secret to Anti-Inflammatory Meals

Nutritious food

Personalized Nutrition: Fine-Tuning the Dinner Plate

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The Gut-Histamine Link: Why Certain Foods May be Triggering Symptoms

Foods high in histamine, like tomatoes, fermented foods, and chocolate, can trigger symptoms like headaches or bloating. Identifying personal triggers and adjusting diet can improve well-being. Read More »

Better Eating for Better Health: The Link Between Food and Mood

Studies show poor nutrition contributes to depression & anxiety, while a Mediterranean diet improves mood. Healthy food choices support mental health, gut microbiome, and overall wellness. Read More »

Try This Vibrant Winter Salad Recipe for a Fresh Seasonal Boost

Fresh salad greens in March—in Illinois? Yes! Many farms use season extension practices to grow greens year-round. Winter farmers markets may have greens, dried cherries, and onions. Find a list at ilfma.org/find-a-market. Read More »

Foraging for Herbal Remedies in the Late Midwest Winter

Winter in the Midwest offers a chance to forage for healing plants. Cottonwood buds, gathered in February and March, are used to make balm of Gilead oil, known for its anti-inflammatory benefits. Read More »

The Great Ascent: College Students Take Climbing to New Heights

Rock climbing has gained popularity, especially among college students, due to Olympic exposure and growing gym presence. It offers fitness, community, and stress relief. Read More »

Natural Chicago Educational Corner: Rough-Legged Hawk

The Rough-legged Hawk (Buteo lagopus) has variable plumage and a wingspan of 52-54 inches. It nests on cliffs or in conifers, preying mainly on rodents. Found across the northern hemisphere, it migrates south in winter. Read More »

The Growing Spring Presence of American White Pelicans in Illinois

The American white pelican, with a 9-foot wingspan and orange pouch, migrates through Illinois in spring and fall. See them at Lake Renwick, Nelson Lake, and Chain O’Lakes this season! Read More »

Bird Flu Affecting Migratory Birds, Especially Waterfowl

Ducks, swans, geese, and other waterbirds are natural hosts for avian influenza, with recent cases in Minnesota involving American white pelicans. Report dead birds to Illinois DNR. Read More »

Chicago Center of Self-Realization Fellowship: A Beacon of Peace and Meditation

Paramahansa Yogananda’s Self-Realization Fellowship, founded in 1920, offers meditation and spiritual teachings. The Chicago center, founded in 1963, provides services, kirtan, and spiritual guidance. Read More »

Explore Wellness Trends at Schaumburg’s Healthy Living Expo

The 4th annual Wellness Trends Healthy Living Expo will be held March 22-23 at Embassy Suites, Schaumburg. Explore holistic health, eco-friendly products, and attend expert-led seminars. Read More »

New U.S. Observatory in Chile

The Vera C. Rubin Observatory in Chile will study dark matter and create a comprehensive sky survey beginning in 2025. Read More »

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New Uses for Carbon Dioxide

Researchers are developing methods to convert carbon dioxide into valuable products such as plastics and fuels. Read More »

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