Sep 28, 2011 ● By Wendy L. Cullitan
What began as a mid-life crisis turned into a mid-life adventure, not only benefiting Loreen Niewenhuis, author of A 1,000 Mile Walk on the Beach, but also helping to preserve the Midwest’s breathtaking “third coast.”
Sep 28, 2011 ● By Gail Goldberger
A rare and beautiful habitat encompassing three ravines and more than a mile of Lake Michigan bluff and shoreline is now open to the public at the former Fort Sheridan, located between Highland Park and Lake Forest.
Sep 28, 2011 ● By Tony Gordon
What many people don’t know or choose to ignore is that the Brazilian Keratin Treatment contains formaldehyde, an extremely toxic chemical, which may cause cancer and can be deadly.
Sep 28, 2011 ● By Susan Campbell
The Alliance for the Great Lakes recently released a study that takes a hard look at existing data on chemicals and chemical byproducts in the lakes, and what science tells us that could mean for our health.
Sep 28, 2011 ● By Darren Weissman
There is a growing consciousness today of the application of ancient healing arts and philosophies being used to support and discover the source of healing that comes from within.
Sep 28, 2011 ● By Peggy Malecki
“I am proud of the diversity of what we offer,” says Yoga Coordinator Nickie Silk, of Avani Yoga, a part of the Highland Park Hospital Health and Fitness Center (HPHHFC), in Buffalo Grove.
Aug 31, 2011 ● By Judith Fertig
Participating in craftwork gives us a sense of confidence and completeness that’s often lacking in our fast-paced, digital world.
Aug 31, 2011
Yoga aims to integrate mind, body and spirit, offering healthful benefits to individuals of every age and physical condition. This guide explains the many styles of yoga to get you started.
Innovation is shaping every facet of the eco-fashion industry—watch for these trend-setting, eco-wise textiles.
Aug 29, 2011 ● By Megy Karydes
Natural Awakenings spoke with the owners of several local salons and spas about their philosophies of creating a healthier space for their clients, employees, themselves and the Earth.
The international garment industry has long been associated with labor abuses and horrific working conditions, and individuals joining a growing movement have decided to do something about it.
Aug 29, 2011 ● By Carrie Jackson
The Rev. Patty Pipia, founder of the Chapel for New Thought, in Wauconda, aims to provide respite and rejuvenation in a place that can be sacred for everyone.
Based in Chicago’s Pilsen neighborhood, Working Bikes Cooperative's (WBC) mission is to repair unused or unwanted bikes and give them to people who could benefit.
Aug 29, 2011 ● By Michelene Bell
What is the most powerful Qigong exercise that you teach?If there were only one technique I could share with the world, it would be the 9-Br...
Aug 29, 2011 ● By Peggy Malecki
Renee Barasch, owner of Nutritional Health Solutions, in Highland Park and a certified digestive health specialist and enzyme therapist, helps clients to improve digestive and overall health through the use of enzyme therapy.
Barry Estabrook’s new book, Tomatoland, will make it hard to ever look at the popular fruit in the same way again.
Jul 29, 2011 ● By Megy Karydes
A new book, <i>More Than Good Intentions: How a New Economics is Helping to Solve Global Poverty</i>, by Deal Karlan and Jacob Appel, tackles how best to eliminate global poverty.
Jul 29, 2011 ● By Margaret A. Cochran, Ph.D.
When it comes to raising healthy, happy vital children, making sure that they have healthy, happy, vital parents is key.
Jul 29, 2011 ● By Michelene Bell
Qigong Practitioner Jeff Primack explains the benefits and healing powers of qi and discusses the Qi Revolution seminar.
Jul 29, 2011 ● By Dr. Jeff Winternheimer
Many problems can be traced to the adolescence of a child and the way they treat their back.
