Natural Awakenings Chicago - February 2016

Eliminate Allergies Naturally

Teri Calandra, LAc, LMT, RMT, will deliver a lecture on Nambudripad’s Allergy Elimination Techniques (NAET) from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., February 23, for those that have allergies or autoimmune disease and have run out of options with Western medicine. Read More »

Networking and Women’s Spa Day at Whole Self Nourish Day

Whole Self Nourish Day will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., February 20, at the Grillhouse by David Burke, in Schaumburg. Read More »

Sound Healing Education Program Accepting Students

The new Angel Light Center for Healing Arts School of Sound and Healing, in Elm Grove, Wisconsin, is offering an educational opportunity specifically designed for anyone interested in using sound to facilitate healing in themselves or in others. Read More »

Rebalance Chakras at Intuitive Resources

Intuitive Resources will be holding a monthly psychic fest with a variety of gifted and talented psychics and healers from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., February 6 and 7 and March 12 and 13. Read More »

Healing Circles with Mark Earlix

Healer Intuitive Mark Earlix has returned from the West Coast and will be conducting a Healing Circle at 7 p.m. every second and fourth Thursday of the month at the Dance Building, in Des Plaines. Read More »

The Wynning Way Book Signing

Chicago author and lifestyle specialist Maisha S. Wynn will host a book signing for The Wynning Way: A Guide To Creating Success Your Way from noon to 2 p.m., February 27, at Christ Universal Temple. Read More »

Energy Healing Services by Phil Florczak

Chicago native and certified, insured reiki master Phil Florczak discovered energy medicine when he sought non-invasive, non-medication pain relief for a serious athletic injury. Read More »

Band of Farmers Will Assist in Finding Local Produce

Band of Farmers: The Chicagoland CSA Coalition makes it easy to find a community supported agriculture (CSA) program that best fits individual needs. Read More »

Intentional Jewelry Made Locally

Made As Intended started manufacturing jewelry locally in 2010, based on the intentional words “I Am,” with the intention of awakening the wearer to the magical possibilities of life. Read More »

Learn about Alzheimer’s and Diet

Dr. Martha Clare Morris, ScD, a Rush University Medical Center nutritional epidemiologist, will present a free dementia education seminar, The MIND Diet to Prevent Alzheimer’s Disease, from 5:30 to 7 p.m., February 24, at Temple B’nai Jehoshua Beth Elohim, in Deerfield. Read More »

ADHD/Autistic Spectrum Breakthrough from Gnosis Natural Health

Claire Boye-Doe, a designed clinical nutritionist at Gnosis Natural Health, uses Nutrition Response Testing to treat ADHD/autistic spectrum children and adults. Read More »

Fifth Annual Midwest Women’s Herbal Conference in Wisconsin

The fifth annual Midwest Women’s Herbal Conference will be held June 3, 4 and 5 at Camp Helen Brachman, in Almond, Wisconsin, between Milwaukee and Minneapolis, Minnesota. Read More »

Connections Between Mercury Fillings, Depression and Anxiety

Dental professionals have 40 times more mercury in their pituitary glands than the general population. Mercury toxicity, caused not just by working with amalgam fillings, but even just having them in our mouths, can lead to depression, anxiety and other mental health disorders. Read More »

Anthroposophical Remedies for Heart and Circulation

Cardiodoron is a comprehensive remedy for the cardiac circulatory system. It goes back to indications given by Rudolf Steiner, and is one of the remedies for typical illnesses. Read More »

Annual Body Mind Spirit Expo Offers Exciting New Insights

The Body Mind Spirit Expo (BMSE), which was created in 1987 and travels around the country spotlighting new trends in healthy living, will make a stop at the Concorde Plaza (Midwest Conference Center), in Northlake, on March 5 and 6. Read More »

Local Dentists See the Mouth as a Pathway to Whole-Body Health

The science of prevention and wellness—at the forefront of holistic functional medicine—has been the focus of the International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology (IAOMT) since 1984. Read More »

At Halo, Healthy Skin Leads to Overall Wellness and Healthy Aging

For Dr. Promila Banerjee and the rest of the team at Halo Laser & Aesthetic Medicine, in Northfield, healthy skin is about more than just looking good. Read More »

Bhakti Caravan Events Raise Collective Consciousness

The Bhakti Caravan will perform kirtan music on the afternoon of February 28 at Full Bloomed Lotus; the evening of March 5 at Yoga Now Chicago; and the afternoon of April 10 at The Infinity Foundation. Read More »

Celebrate Local, Sustainable, Humane and Fair Food

The 12th annual FamilyFarmed Good Food Festival & Conference will be held from March 24-26 at the Chicago UIC Forum. Read More »

Cultivate Happiness for Better Heart Health

For those that aren’t very optimistic on a regular basis, Devries recommends looking into meditation, spiritual pursuits and developing meaningful social connections, whether that means getting out more often with friends or volunteering. Read More »

Historic Chicago Homes Get Energy Assistance

The nonprofit Historic Chicago Bungalow Association (HCBA), dedicated to helping homeowners maintain, preserve and adapt their unique Chicago bungalow home, is offering an Energy Savers Grant valued at $3,600 and free insulation and air sealing for bungalow and vintage homeowners in the city of Chicago. Read More »

Juicing Brings Delicious and Nutritional Benefits

Natural Awakenings asked several local juicing experts to weigh in on what makes juicing an important part of their daily diet. Read More »

The Wheel of Co-Creation

The Wheel of Co-Creation, created by renowned thought leader Barbara Marx Hubbard, is a “whole system” worldview that identifies 12 sectors of endeavor in an active, healthy and functioning society. Read More »