Natural Awakenings Chicago - March 2017

Toothpastes are Not All Created Equal

As the toothpaste aisle grows in all of its variations, there can be much confusion for those wanting to improve their dental hygiene without compromising overall health. Here is a list of common ingredients used in conventional toothpaste we may want to avoid: Read More »

Natural Allergy Control

Early spring can be full of pollens because a large part of the country is in bloom. Ragweed and purple loosestrife will be blooming and filling the air with allergens, and the severity and pervasiveness of strong allergic reactions has increased. Read More »

Kudos ~ Premier Continuing Education

Dr. Kristen Halland has joined the team of instructors at Premier Continuing Education Read More »

Functional Medicine Finds New Home in Chicago Suburbs

Healthyon Institute, in Glenview, is accepting new patients at its Glenview location with a focus on personalized functional medicine. Read More »

Women’s Forums for Self-Discovery

Sarah Karnes coaches midlife women to reclaim their ideals and mojo, despite the feeling that they have lost their sense of self in a sea of mood swings, brain fog and energy dips. Read More »

Ganyonga to Speak on Behalf of Bruno Groening

Dr. Marlene Ganyonga, M.D., will give a series of talks about a natural, cost-free way of attaining healing and help through the teachings of Bruno Groening, from March 31 through April 7. Read More »

New Organic Monthly Supper Club in Wheeling

Purple Sprout Café and Juice Bar is offering a new, plant-based, organic and conscious Supper Club series that will gather once a month for a private community dining event, each time with a different theme. Read More »

Functional Medicine Psychiatry Seminar at Clear Path Wellness

Laurie Goldman, M.D., a practicing psychiatrist for more than 20 years, has expanded her practice to now include Clear Path Wellness (CPW), where the focus is on whole body treatment and health management. Read More »

Halo Medicine Marks Anniversary with Open House, Special Pricing and and Giving Back

Halo Laser & Aesthetic Medicine’s second anniversary celebration will take place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., March 18, featuring cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, hourly raffles, demos, deluxe goodie bags and expert consultations on their services and products. Read More »

Free Green Living Fair in Libertyville

The 2017 Green Living Fair will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., March 18, at the Libertyville Civic Center, sponsored by the Libertyville Civic Center Foundation, Lake County Green Congregations and Faith in Place. Read More »

Kabbalah as a Path to Spiritual Development

The Tara Retreat will host a unique occasion of spirituality, connection and experiential interaction on March 18 to receive the key to unlocking the world beyond. Read More »

Zwier Digital Arts Mandalas are Fascinating and Inspiring

Maureen Zwier’s art is a personal journey to discover the deepest essence within the natural world. A former microbiologist, she traded her microscope for a camera and then turned to digital art when she found there was so much more to her subjects than could be captured by a lens. Her latest work focuses on creating mandalas from images of people, pets and nature. Read More »

For the Love of Pets

The 25th annual Chicagoland Family Pet Expo will be held from 1 to 9 p.m., March 17, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., March 18, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., March 19, at the Arlington International Racecourse. Read More »

Chicago Flower & Garden Show Brings Spring to Navy Pier

With more than 40,000 visitors expected, the Chicago Flower & Garden Show will inspire, educate and motivate gardeners and non-gardeners with practical tips and creative ideas from March 18 through 26 at Navy Pier. Read More »

Get Cravings Under Control in Skokie

At the presentation of Six Surprising and Easily Proven Ways to Soar Into Your Health, from 7 to 9 p.m., March 15, at TASH Fitness, Reneé S. Barasch-Ingraham, owner of Nutritional Health Solutions, will focus on ways to get rid of gas and bloating, improve energy, and reduce and eliminate cravings. Read More »

Get Excited About Climate Change

The 11th annual Going Green Matters community fair will take place from noon to 4 p.m., March 12, at the Michigan Shores Club, in Wilmette, sponsored by Go Green Wilmette. Read More »

OM Sweet OM to Benefit Housing Options

Housing Options and Heaven Meets Earth Yoga Studio have teamed up to get Saturday started on the right foot from 10 a.m. to noon, March 11, in Parkes Hall at Alice Millar Chapel, in Evanston. Read More »

Infinity Family Fest Offers Mindful Play for Kids

The Infinity Family Fest, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., March 11, will provide playful, family fun with interactive hands-on mindful games activities. Read More »

2017 One Earth Film Festival Offers a Rainforest Experience

With more filmmakers in attendance, an Amazon rainforest virtual reality experience, live music and a Green Carpet Gala, the One Earth Film Festival will present the highest-quality and most solution-oriented environmental documentaries and programs to the Chicago region for the sixth year over nine days from March 3 through 12. Read More »

Success Coaching for Women Healers and Practitioners

Michelle Barr is a business coach who specializes in helping women spiritual entrepreneurs, healers and wellness practitioners turn their life’s calling into a profitable business they love. Read More »

Coconut Oil : for the Winter Skin and Hair Blahs

One of the best ways to fight winter dryness is shampooing less often or washing with conditioner only. This method helps hair from being stripped of its nutrients. For dry, itchy, scalp, apply a small amount of a light oil prior to blowing dry, or even when air drying. Read More »

Brain SPECT Imaging : Helps in Assessing and Treating Complex Neuropsychiatric Conditions

A number of complex neuropsychiatric disorders are difficult to treat. There are two main reasons for this. First is the frequent presence of coexisting conditions, which in turn generate multiple signs and symptoms. Read More »

Centennial Volunteers Restoring Kickapoo Woods

The Centennial Volunteers is an inspiring movement of volunteers restoring nine special sites along the Chicago and Calumet rivers. Volunteers are needed from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., March 25, at Kickapoo Woods, in Riverdale, to restore wet prairie and savanna. Read More »

Preview: 2017 Chicago Flower & Garden Show

From the first seeds sewn into soil, interacting with the earth through planting and growing has always enhanced health and happiness. John Evelyn’s quote from the 17th century emphasizes the healing aspects of gardening. Read More »

Steps for Seed Starting Success

Starting our own plants allows us to control what goes on with them and is a piece of the puzzle in truly knowing where our food comes from. There are therapeutic health benefits in starting our own seedlings indoors, and it’s a task that provides a welcome boost to a gardener’s spirits during the doldrums of winter. Read More »

5 Facts:: About Food Sensitivities and Elimination Diets

Food sensitivity symptoms frequently include... Read More »

Inner Child Connections Resolves Emotional Issues

When we ignore our subconscious mind, we’re not able to find peace and resolution in our life. This statement is the basis for the emotional healing that Funda Kahn facilitates at Inner Child Connections, in Northbrook. Read More »

Recipe: Salsa Mexicana

Chef extraordinaire Rick Bayless states,“Salsa Mexicana is extremely versatile; in addition to making a great dip, try it with eggs for a killer breakfast taco, or fold it into guacamole... Read More »

The New Sustainable Seafood Movement

For a generation, Americans have demanded sustainable seafood procedures that preserve marine ecosystems. Eco-labels have sprung up on supermarket packaging, and restaurant and grocery chains are making sure that the fish they serve is ecologically friendly. Read More »