Tag: Spring | Natural Sustainable Living Chicago

Letter from Publisher

Apr 30, 2021

Before summer is upon us, please make it your priority to take in all the joys that May has to offer and to share that wonder of discovery with others in your life. Enjoy the unmistakable aroma of a warm spring rainstorm, watch for new birds at a feeder or in a local park and visit a natural area to soak up some spring sunshine.

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Letter from Publisher

Mar 31, 2021

Our dwellings can be a source of unseen toxins for families and pets alike, so we’ve included several articles to help with spring cleaning for your home, and also a look at eco-conscious clothing and pet trends. Evanston-based architect Nate Kipnis shares his insights on sustainable eco-homes. With writer Sue Markgraf, author Sheryl DeVore inspires us to discover and share urban wildlife in the upcoming City Nature Challenge (and be sure to check out Randy Kambic’s interview with Sheryl in the Wise Words department).

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A woman tending to her plants in a small greenhouse

From the Slumber of Winter To the Awakening of Spring

Feb 26, 2021 ● By Polly Liontis

Mother Earth is awakening from the depths of her winter hibernation with nutrients stirring as she massages and softens the shells of seeds beginning their journey toward the surface. This eternal process can provide a roadmap to follow so that we may also awake, flourish and blossom like our surroundings. Polly Liontis of Zen Shiatsu Chicago explains how Chinese medicine philosophy provides some lessons.

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Letter from Publisher

Feb 26, 2021

March is upon is! After the jarring reality of February’s snow and cold, it’s time for a literal breath of spring when a new season officially begins on March 20 at the equinox.

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Local Plant Sales Get Creative to Support Gardeners

May 01, 2020

Many Chicago area spring plant sales are still on schedule, but have moved online for ordering, with social distanced delivery and curbside pick-up options. Plant sales are a great way to support local nonprofits, get sustainable native plants and stay healthy with vegetable plants for your garden.

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Advanced Allergy Treatments Available on Saturdays

Apr 30, 2020

Holistic, non-invasive, drug-free treatments to calm the sympathetic nervous system for allergy sufferers.

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Letter from Publisher

Mar 31, 2020

One thing we can do for ourselves and our families now is to stay connected with nature and mindfully focus on the more positive things in our world.

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Letter From Publisher

Feb 29, 2020

In our main feature this month, “The Roots of Good Health: Thriving on a Plant-Based Diet,” April Thompson shares some secrets for adopting a more plant-based lifestyle. We’ve included plenty of recipes to get you started, as well as tips for vegan fitness. Plants also tie into this issue in other ways, as we explore the houseplant craze (ZZ plants anyone?) and take a look at the potentials of both industrial hemp crops and CBD.

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