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Natural Awakenings Chicago

2015

Green Congregations: Faith Groups Join in Preserving All Creation

Nov 30, 2015 ● By Avery Mack

From lobbying to solar energy to recycling, congregations are working to care for our sacred planet.

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Airplane Yoga: Six Easy Stretches Ease the Journey

Nov 30, 2015 ● By Cynthia Bowman

With certain movements, we can avoid the stiffness, poor circulation and swollen feet that often accompany long plane flights.

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Sharon Salzberg on Mindfulness: Simple Ways to Be in the Present Moment

Nov 30, 2015 ● By April Thompson

We can move toward mindfulness with such everyday practices as pausing before pushing ‘send’ on an email or letting the phone ring three times.

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Awakening to Spirit: Prayer and Meditation Heal and Free Us

Nov 30, 2015 ● By Richard Davenport

By penetrating to the core of our true identity through spiritual practices, we open the door to vast expanses of peace, healing and joy.

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People Double Up on Calories After the Holidays: New Year's Resolutions Go By Wayside

Nov 30, 2015

Despite ambitious resolutions, a new study finds we tend to dramatically increase our intake of calorie-rich foods after winter holiday feasting—although we manage to work in more veggies too.

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Digital ‘Blue Light’ Reading Disrupts Sleep Rhythms: Power Off Early for a Restful Night

Nov 30, 2015

Immersing ourselves in a tablet or computer before bedtime disturbs sleep patterns and may change our body’s natural circadian rhythms.

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Asbestos Found in Crayons and Children’s Toys: Deadly Chemical in Made-in-China Products

Nov 30, 2015

Some popular toys made in China, including crayons and lab kits, contain deadly asbestos, reports the Environmental Working Group.

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Potatoes Don’t Pack on Pounds: Popular Misconception Mashed

Nov 30, 2015

In a recent study, overweight people on varied diets showed a slight weight loss after eating five to seven servings of potatoes a week.

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Spirituality is Beneficial for Cancer Patients: Strong Belief System Aids the Ill

Nov 30, 2015

Cancer patients with strong religious or spiritual beliefs experience fewer symptoms, lower anxiety and distress, and stronger social health, researchers find.

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Superfruit Antioxidants Found in Chilean Maqui Berry: Packs a Powerful Punch of Health Benefits

Nov 30, 2015

A special antioxidant in the Chilean maqui berry reduces LDL and blood sugar, boosts the health of blood vessels, and may even counter the aging effects of UVB rays on skin.

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