Nov 30, 2021
More than just a gift guide, this healthy, lifestyle-focused booklet features resources for those in the allergen- and gluten-free community, holiday gift suggestions, recipes, exclusive giveaways, coupon codes and more.
Nov 30, 2021 ● By Carrie Jackson
Light festivals at some of Chicagoland’s most prominent attractions bring families and friends together to embrace the darker days, get outside and share holiday experiences. Our Chicago area zoos and gardens offer extraordinary natural backdrops to highlight the beauty of nature in the winter. See more about what's happening at Morton Arboretum, Chicago Botanic Garden, Brookfield Zoo and Lincoln Park Zoo.
Nov 30, 2021 ● By Meena Malhotra
Our immune system is on constant guard to protect against viruses, bacteria and other pathogens. This system also keeps us free of cancer. Lupus, rheumatoid issues and other autoimmune diseases in which the body attacks its own healthy cells, occur due to immune dysregulation. But there are many things we can do to boost our immune systemsthis winter!
Nov 30, 2021 ● By Annette Licitra
As colder temperatures are settling in, what’s better to do than cozy up on the couch to watch a movie with a hearty bowl of plant-based pumpkin chili, a hot cup of decadent sipping chocolate and a plush, warm blanket.
Nov 30, 2021 ● By Tiffany Hinton
Gluten-free mint chocolate crinkle cookies and vintage drinks (with or without alcohol) make great additions to your holiday entertaining!
Nov 30, 2021 ● By Brendan M. Cournane
Like the trees conserving energy by dropping leaves or flowers hunkering underground to await spring, we too are invigorated by exercising intentionally in winter.
Nov 30, 2021 ● By Sheryl DeVore
Nature books make great holiday gifts for friends and family. Joining a local book group makes reading even more fun. Of Bogs & Books is one of a few book discussion groups in the Chicago region that focuses only on nature and the environment.
Nov 30, 2021 ● By Kyle Hass
On behalf of everyone at Natural Awakenings Chicago, I wish you a peaceful December season filled with laughter, warmth, hope, love, gratitude and all things that bring you joy.
Healthy older adults that ate about a half cup of walnuts every day for two years gained a modest reduction in low-density lipoprotein (LDL), the “bad cholesterol”, reports a study.
The deep visceral fat that surrounds internal organs is a major indicator of metabolic syndrome and diabetes, but it can be decreased in women by eating an avocado each day.
A new study has found that Damask rose (Rosa damascene) extract can boosts liver function in people with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease.
A clear link exists between taking antibiotics for six months and developing colorectal cancer in the next five to 10 years, report researchers.
For women suffering from pelvic and back pain associated with endometriosis (uterus growth), garlic may help.
Researchers report that people that drink sufficient water every day have a reduced risk of the thickening of the heart’s left ventricle.
A UK tech company claims their drone can plant two trees per second using artificial intelligence for guidance, with a goal of planting 500 billion trees by 2060.