tag:www.nachicago.com,2005:/categories/conscious-eating?page=37Conscious Eating Conscious Eating | Natural Sustainable Living Chicago Page 37Healthy Living Healthy Planet2019-08-15T23:24:01-05:00urn:uuid:e8926a57-4a4f-4fc0-b535-8b0bf26f9b092019-08-15T23:24:01-05:002019-08-15T23:24:01-05:00Ancient Grains for Modern Palates: Gluten-Free and Eco-Friendly Grains Gain Favor2016-01-29 10:06:00 -0600Judith FertigNo longer lost in the past, ancient grains such as yellow millet, brown quinoa and black rice offer tasty, healthy alternatives.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nachicago.com">Natural Awakenings Chicago</a></small></p>urn:uuid:3277e008-b210-4104-a777-24d610f25f5b2019-08-22T13:09:33-05:002019-08-22T13:09:33-05:00Juicing Brings Delicious and Nutritional Benefits2016-01-26 15:58:00 -0600Megy KarydesNatural Awakenings asked several local juicing experts to weigh in on what makes juicing an important part of their daily diet.
<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nachicago.com">Natural Awakenings Chicago</a></small></p>urn:uuid:617b588d-7104-4c7c-953d-8da6f1a61bb52019-08-15T23:57:24-05:002019-08-15T23:57:24-05:00Doctor’s Orders: GMO Labeling Endorsed by Physicians2015-12-29 17:25:33 -0600AnonymousIncreasingly, physicians are urging labeling of GMO products and voicing concerns about their carcinogenic properties.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nachicago.com">Natural Awakenings Chicago</a></small></p>urn:uuid:3db392d1-6eb9-4265-a982-c3b38bb4491a2019-08-16T00:19:50-05:002021-04-19T14:04:22-05:00Scientists Urge Ban on Non-Stick Pan Coatings: Cookware Chemicals Extremely Dangerous to Health2015-12-29 16:23:09 -0600Rachael OppyCiting research links to liver, nerve and heart disorders, more than 200 scientists have called for a halt to the production of the chemicals used to coat non-stick cookware.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nachicago.com">Natural Awakenings Chicago</a></small></p>urn:uuid:22b934f5-e38e-4bc8-9fae-d77208049ad72019-08-15T23:47:58-05:002019-08-15T23:47:59-05:00Drive-Thru Vegan: Amy’s Opens Organic Fast Food Restaurant2015-12-29 16:23:02 -0600AnonymousIn a pioneering move, Amy’s Organic restaurant in Rohnert Park, California, combines healthy no-meat dishes with speedy service.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nachicago.com">Natural Awakenings Chicago</a></small></p>urn:uuid:1d71ace7-26bc-457f-9f7d-63f1da21cd672019-08-16T00:21:38-05:002019-08-16T00:21:38-05:00Super Soups: New Twists on Old Favorites Heal, Nourish and Soothe2015-12-29 16:23:00 -0600Judith FertigNutrient-dense, easily prepared soups and broths are wintertime pleasers even in southern climates.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nachicago.com">Natural Awakenings Chicago</a></small></p>urn:uuid:d134fd94-7f95-425e-9b30-e4e90abef20d2019-08-22T13:01:38-05:002019-08-22T13:01:39-05:00How Juicing Can Help Us Lose Weight and Get Healthy . . .2015-12-23 13:50:00 -0600Megy KarydesWe start the new year and our January Health and Wellness issue by getting to know some of the local juice suppliers in our special Juice section.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nachicago.com">Natural Awakenings Chicago</a></small></p>urn:uuid:822317de-2ba2-4902-9149-e7efb1596c0f2019-08-15T23:01:50-05:002019-08-15T23:01:50-05:00People Double Up on Calories After the Holidays: New Year's Resolutions Go By Wayside2015-11-30 09:48:19 -0600AnonymousDespite 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.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nachicago.com">Natural Awakenings Chicago</a></small></p>urn:uuid:5332c691-7706-4a78-8732-0a1624cb923a2019-08-16T00:13:39-05:002019-08-16T00:13:39-05:00Potatoes Don’t Pack on Pounds: Popular Misconception Mashed2015-11-30 09:48:17 -0600AnonymousIn a recent study, overweight people on varied diets showed a slight weight loss after eating five to seven servings of potatoes a week.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nachicago.com">Natural Awakenings Chicago</a></small></p>urn:uuid:58669243-2f04-4806-a3af-b627f6a57a4c2019-08-15T23:40:12-05:002019-08-15T23:40:12-05:00Superfruit Antioxidants Found in Chilean Maqui Berry: Packs a Powerful Punch of Health Benefits2015-11-30 09:48:02 -0600AnonymousA 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.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nachicago.com">Natural Awakenings Chicago</a></small></p>urn:uuid:51a97bf7-c671-4b6f-a410-2d778d9735b62019-08-15T23:37:16-05:002019-08-15T23:37:16-05:00Sweetly Vegan: No-Bake Holiday Treats Worth Celebrating2015-11-30 09:47:00 -0600Judith FertigPuddings, custards, cakes and truffles—with scrumptious vegan recipes like these, there’s no need to pass by holiday goodies.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nachicago.com">Natural Awakenings Chicago</a></small></p>urn:uuid:45b8266a-7899-49b7-99b2-cecb69b86ed72019-08-16T00:15:35-05:002019-08-16T00:15:35-05:00Sharing Our Bounty: Food Drives Need Healthy Donations2015-10-30 10:31:27 -0500Avery MackHealthy eating matters to everyone, so it’s most helpful to donate high-protein, low-sodium, low-sugar nonperishables.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nachicago.com">Natural Awakenings Chicago</a></small></p>urn:uuid:f2e9cec6-73d0-47d1-95d8-68fa3ea9a61e2019-08-22T13:09:23-05:002019-08-22T13:09:23-05:00Welcome Winter with Hearty Homemade Soup and Bread2015-10-25 14:09:53 -0500AnonymousMary Krystinak, of Mary’s Wholesome Living, in West Chicago, is an avid cook and educator of all things sustainable. Krystinak shares two hearty recipes sure to bring comfort and warmth as Midwest winter chills set in.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nachicago.com">Natural Awakenings Chicago</a></small></p>urn:uuid:bba8068c-75bc-472a-83b6-f86dca95b7512019-08-16T00:08:35-05:002019-08-16T00:08:35-05:00Red/Purple Produce is Best for Our Weight and Heart: Choose This Color for Robust Benefits2015-09-30 09:25:42 -0500AnonymousWe know that virtually all veggies and fruit are good for us, but a recent European study found that red and purple choices have certain robust benefits.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nachicago.com">Natural Awakenings Chicago</a></small></p>urn:uuid:22d3c07c-5150-4301-8314-93390fea71bc2019-08-15T23:16:02-05:002019-08-15T23:16:02-05:00The Zen of Slow Cooking: Savor Your Autumn Harvest in One-Pot Dishes2015-09-30 09:24:00 -0500Judith FertigOld-fashioned crock pots have morphed into sophisticated slow cookers that make a wider range of deliciously aromatic meal preparation fast and easy.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nachicago.com">Natural Awakenings Chicago</a></small></p>