tag:www.nachicago.com,2005:/Natural Sustainable Living Chicago | Healthy Living Healthy PlanetHealthy Living Healthy Planet2024-03-18T15:30:15-05:00urn:uuid:6fe9fa3a-d2ca-42d9-adb2-c33a367990022024-02-29T10:14:23-06:002024-03-18T15:30:15-05:00Natural Awakenings Chicago ~ March 20242024-02-29 10:14:22 -0600Kyle HassEnjoy articles from our March 2024 Issue<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nachicago.com">Natural Awakenings Chicago</a></small></p>urn:uuid:7790bdb2-85ca-4bc4-847e-45e14c179c052024-02-25T18:24:28-06:002024-03-14T20:43:01-05:00Food Trends for 2024: What We’re Looking for at the Dinner Table2024-02-29 08:30:00 -0600Carrie JacksonTrends are shifting away from fad diets to more balanced eating, as people across generations are focused on living healthier well into their golden years.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nachicago.com">Natural Awakenings Chicago</a></small></p>urn:uuid:8da828fc-2cb2-4944-937f-0a962eb3384e2024-02-25T18:46:41-06:002024-03-18T14:33:46-05:00Emerging Trends in Fitness: The Latest From Workouts to Wearables2024-02-29 08:25:00 -0600Kimberly WhittleWorkout strategies and fitness equipment are continually evolving to meet changing consumer interests, incorporate scientific discoveries and take advantage of technological advancements. <hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nachicago.com">Natural Awakenings Chicago</a></small></p>urn:uuid:dbd2d27c-b2a1-4238-98be-7061698944c92024-03-18T12:50:19-05:002024-03-18T15:30:15-05:00Ameren Illinois Pollinators Thriving in Metro East 2024-03-18 12:50:19 -0500Kyle HassThe company is removing woody and invasive vegetation where it is incompatible and replacing it with native vegetation where feasible as part of its ongoing Pollinator Initiative.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nachicago.com">Natural Awakenings Chicago</a></small></p>urn:uuid:b7ed69c2-34f2-4c08-8973-46e8177e9c872024-02-28T13:27:29-06:002024-03-18T15:30:15-05:00Divine Beauty Women’s Retreat Aims to Empower2024-02-29 08:55:40 -0600Kyle HassThe goal of the retreat is to empower participants to face daily challenges with courage and strength by discovering their center of peace and harmony.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nachicago.com">Natural Awakenings Chicago</a></small></p>urn:uuid:1f230cb1-de0b-406e-b000-c1734a728f6c2024-02-28T09:07:12-06:002024-03-01T13:29:32-06:00Midwest College of Oriental Medicine Rebrands to Embrace Cultural Relevance2024-03-01 00:00:00 -0600Natural Awakenings MilwaukeeThe Midwest College of Acupuncture (formerly the Midwest College of Oriental Medicine), is a leading acupuncture and herbal medicine school locally in Racine, WI, as well as in Skokie, IL. <hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nachicago.com">Natural Awakenings Chicago</a></small></p>urn:uuid:75a35331-e8a0-4ec2-864c-ea5bc80efd9e2024-02-29T09:49:12-06:002024-03-18T15:30:15-05:00Skunk Cabbage, First Illinois Native Wildflower, Blooms This Month2024-02-29 09:58:08 -0600Sheryl DeVoreOne of the earliest signs of spring in northern Illinois is a smelly, unusual-looking plant called skunk cabbage. <hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nachicago.com">Natural Awakenings Chicago</a></small></p>urn:uuid:eed259d8-5b3c-4af3-8a4b-5e68e60978362024-02-28T15:58:05-06:002024-03-18T15:30:15-05:00Potatoes and Cabbage to Warm a Chilly Night2024-02-29 08:55:40 -0600Nava AtlasMarch is an ideal time for soups like those two presented here, along with delectable corn muffins you can pop into the oven while they’re simmering.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nachicago.com">Natural Awakenings Chicago</a></small></p>urn:uuid:9e264ade-7931-428b-88b3-7e397d10df2c2024-02-28T15:52:36-06:002024-03-18T15:30:15-05:00'Neeps and Tatties' Shepherd’s Pie A new plant-forward recipe for a favorite St. Patrick’s Day classic 2024-02-29 08:55:40 -0600Veronica HinkeSt. Patrick’s Day wouldn’t be the same without shepherd’s pie. Check out this plant-forward recipe.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nachicago.com">Natural Awakenings Chicago</a></small></p>urn:uuid:b3a1f5e5-c9aa-4baf-b393-0b9c6cd07d122024-02-28T15:42:39-06:002024-03-18T15:30:15-05:00Laurie Urbancik ~ No Sugar Momma2024-02-29 08:55:40 -0600Kyle HassUsing only organic "premium ingredients", No Sugar Momma products are free of cane and refined sugar, sugar alcohols, gluten, dairy, soy, eggs, arrowroot, tapioca, palm oils, emulsifiers, GMOs and lecithin. <hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nachicago.com">Natural Awakenings Chicago</a></small></p>urn:uuid:d5244cc2-f442-443f-ace6-6bae730caa5c2024-02-28T15:32:30-06:002024-03-18T15:30:15-05:00Chicago Male Clinic Offers a Safe, Comfortable Space for Men’s Well-Being2024-02-29 08:55:40 -0600Sheila JulsonThe all-male clinic is dedicated to providing a safe space for men to feel comfortable and have open, honest, private conversations about their sexual health and wellness.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nachicago.com">Natural Awakenings Chicago</a></small></p>urn:uuid:cf1e204b-b36d-491e-b726-4ea4ff3a1a532024-02-28T14:56:45-06:002024-03-18T15:30:15-05:00McHenry County ECO Farm Approved as a Nonprofit 2024-02-29 08:55:40 -0600Kyle HassA widely beneficial operation rooted in the philosophy of helping all of humanity by sharing its produce and supporting Earth with healthy farming methods.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nachicago.com">Natural Awakenings Chicago</a></small></p>urn:uuid:fd576415-8ee9-414f-b478-ca010fd9b78c2024-02-26T10:10:39-06:002024-03-01T19:42:15-06:00Forest Stewardship2024-02-29 08:00:00 -0600Kris UrquhartActions we can take in celebration of International Day of Forests on March 21 and every day to ensure the future of our woodlands.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nachicago.com">Natural Awakenings Chicago</a></small></p>urn:uuid:f9290891-0593-4324-93de-36290616c54d2024-02-25T19:00:32-06:002024-03-18T15:30:16-05:00Snakes as Pets: Fostering a Unique and Rewarding Relationship2024-02-29 08:22:00 -0600Ruth Roberts, DVM, CVA, CVH, CVFT, NANContrary to popular belief, snakes make excellent pets, providing the opportunity to connect with one of nature’s most enigmatic creatures.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nachicago.com">Natural Awakenings Chicago</a></small></p>urn:uuid:b6da7371-cfb4-464a-b18b-d0d28db992842024-02-25T18:56:41-06:002024-03-03T22:32:41-06:00Ear Infections: Holistic Treatments for Kids2024-02-29 08:23:00 -0600Jennifer Zethner, RN, MS, CPNPThe common ear infection is caused by a buildup of mucus in the middle ear and is accompanied by pain, fever, redness, swelling and possibly discharge. <hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nachicago.com">Natural Awakenings Chicago</a></small></p>