Natural Awakenings Chicago - November 2010

Walking Poles Are for Everyone

Walking poles aren’t just for mountain trekkers these days. Manufacturers offer a variety of well-engineered walking poles for almost every fitness need and type of terrain. Read More »

Intentional Communities: A Whole New World

For Hilda Carper, living in an intentional housing community has been a big part of her life for the past 25 years. She talks about her experiences and the benefits to community housing. Read More »

Enhancing Nutrition While Living With Diabetes

If you are pre-diabetic or have been diagnosed with diabetes, you know that what you eat is important. What you may not realize is that the unique way your body processes and uses food is equally important. Read More »

Green Ways to Stay Chic: Consignment and Resale Shops Save Money and the Planet

During these challenging economic times, many of us are turning to consignment, resale and thrift shops for budget-friendly clothing and other items. Read More »

Antalee Hosts Holiday Open House

To welcome the season, Antalee Wellness Spa and Café will host a free Holiday Open House. Sample spa services, see product demonstrations, meet staff and healthcare providers, enjoy food from the Organic Café, and take advantage of special holiday deals. Read More »

Flower Essences Help Ease Holiday Stress

Earth, Wind and Flowers is the Midwest's premier flower essence company, offering natural Balancing Sprays that can provide a wide-array of health benefits. Read More »

Fourth Golden Paw Gala: A Benefit for the Animals at Heartland Animal Shelter

Get out your tuxedo and Fido’s best collar for Heartland Animal Shelter’s fourth Golden Paw Gala to benefit the animals at the Northbrook shelter. Read More »

Get Organized for a Green, Serene Home

Organizing is not just about a place for everything and everything in its place--it’s about respect and care for things by the people who own them. Here are some tips to create an organized, healthy home for the entire family. Read More »

Heartwood Moves to the Dodge/Darrow Community

Heartwood Center for Body Mind Spirit celebrates the beginning of its 11th year at the forefront of holistic healthcare with a move to the Dodge/Darrow community, in western Evanston. Read More »

Solving the Backpack Dilemma

Concern about heavy backpacks has grown in recent years, as young students regularly carry laptops and heavy books to and from school. To create healthy solutions, it’s important to understand how the spine develops and learn how backpacks should be loaded and carried. Read More »

St. Gregory the Great High School: A Healthier Approach to Learning

St. Gregory the Great High School, located in Chicago’s Edgewater neighborhood, was appointed as a pilot initiative school to launch a 21st-century, inquiry-based curriculum, with an emphasis on stewardship, social justice and health and wellness. Read More »

November 2010 Back Cover Artist: Autumn by Judith Joseph

Northbrook artist Judith Joseph specializes in creating the Ketubah, a richly illustrated, hand-lettered marriage contract that is a Jewish folk-art tradition. Read More »

Dueling Grains: Recipe Courtesy of Chef John des Rosiers, of Inovasi

Grace your autumn table and holiday celebrations with this elegant side dish that highlights seasonal grains and mushrooms. Read More »

Feng Shui School of Chicago Attains Gold Level Status

The Feng Shui School of Chicago (FSSC) has been honored as a Gold Level School, the highest standard established by the International Feng Shui Guild. Read More »

Free Programs at Living Green Now

Living Green Now is offering a free workshop, Green Holiday Gift Ideas, at its showroom in Northbrook, as well as How Safe Is Your Home for Pets?, the potential dangers of toxins that pets are exposed to in the home. Read More »

The Longevity Center: Better Breast Health Through Diagnostic Alternatives

In a quest to discover a better way to screen women and men for breast problems than the standard mammogram, Tammy Leiner opened The Longevity Center, a company that offers thermography to detect abnormal breast conditions within doctor’s offices in seven states, including Illinois. Read More »

YES Green Living Celebrates Grand Opening

On November 15, YES Conservation will open YES Green Living, a new store at in Evanston, that is focused on items made and sold with the planet in mind. Read More »