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Rhythm and Renewal: The Transformative Power of Group Drumming

Jun 30, 2026 ● By Hannah Tytus

Group drumming blends rhythm, connection and self-expression, with benefits that support resilience, recovery and brain health.

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Invasive Plant Species: Non-Native Shrubs Remain Priority, but Others Can Cause Problems in Chicago Region

May 29, 2026 ● By Sheryl Devore

Invasive plant species threaten ecosystems across the Chicago region, with non-native shrubs like buckthorn and honeysuckle causing major damage to native forests and wildlife. Experts from the Morton Arboretum highlight control efforts, removal strategies, and native plant replacements that help restore biodiversity in urban and suburban natural areas around Chicago.

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Sleep Health for Men: Foundational Habits for a Better Life

May 29, 2026 ● By Hannah Tytus

Poor sleep in men is tied to hormone disruption, cognitive decline and heart risks, while consistent routines, light management and adequate rest support overall health and performance.

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The Grateful Brain

Apr 30, 2026 ● By Brendan Cournane

Discover how gratitude rewires the brain, reduces stress and supports emotional resilience. Learn the science behind dopamine, serotonin and cortisol, plus simple practices to cultivate thankfulness—even during hardship. Explore how gratitude, memory and grief work together to improve mental well-being, deepen connection and restore balance in everyday life.

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Herbal Rituals for Women’s Health: Nourishment, Presence and Everyday Integration

Apr 30, 2026 ● By Shanna Bierman, RN, C-MNN

Discover how herbal rituals support women’s health through nourishment, stress relief and hormonal balance. Learn how to integrate herbs like nettle, chamomile and dandelion into daily routines, from teas to meals. Embrace simple, mindful practices that promote wellness, presence and a deeper connection to the body and nature.

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Pelvic Power: Restoring Strength, Function and Confidence

Apr 30, 2026 ● By Hannah Tytus

Pelvic floor health underpins core strength, continence and confidence, with dynamic exercises, breathwork and microbiome care key to preventing common disorders.

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From Burnout to Bedroom: How Chronic Stress Can Disrupt Male Sexual Function

Mar 31, 2026 ● By Jerry Garcia, PA-C; Raymond Wohl, BA, MA; Arturo Salgado, M.D.; and Pedro Azcona, M.D.

Chronic stress can significantly affect male sexual health by increasing cortisol levels, lowering testosterone, and disrupting blood flow and libido. Learn how burnout, lifestyle pressures and ongoing stress impact the body—and how restorative habits like sleep, exercise and mindfulness can help support overall wellness and sexual function.

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Kim Henderson, DC. Photo courtesy of Health Clarified
Spring Reset: Small Shifts That Support Whole-Body Wellness

Feb 27, 2026 ● By Kim Henderson, DC

Embrace a spring reset at Health Clarified in Northbrook, IL, with small shifts supporting whole-body wellness. Discover restorative therapies, lymphatic care, red light and sauna sessions, plus mental and spiritual practices to boost energy, clarity and balance. Refresh your body, mind and spirit for renewed vitality this season.

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The Reset We’re Really Craving

Feb 27, 2026 ● By Shae Marcus

Recharge and restore with intentional, detox-supportive travel. Whether through flexible wellness-forward hotels or structured food-focused retreats, the key is mindful nourishment, therapeutic care, and environments designed to reset body and mind. Thoughtful food, restorative therapies, and time in nature create clarity, balance, and lasting insight long after the journey ends.

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Data-Driven Wellness: Functional Lab Testing To Personalize a Healthy Lifestyle

Feb 27, 2026 ● By Hannah Tytus

How functional lab testing, from gut and hormone panels to micronutrient analysis, personalizes nutrition and lifestyle medicine beyond standard labs.

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A wooden mortar and pestle filled with fresh medicinal herbs and green leaves
Nature’s Cardiologist: Herbs and Nutrients That Heal the Heart

Jan 30, 2026 ● By Hannah Tytus

Botanicals like hawthorn, aged garlic and gotu kola may support circulation, reduce blood pressure and complement medical heart care when used safely

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The Power of Integrative Medicine: A Guide to Whole-Person Care

Dec 31, 2025 ● By Hannah Tytus

Integrative medicine combines conventional and evidence-based complementary therapies to support whole-person health, prevention and personalized care for chronic and complex conditions.

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Jerry Garcia, PA-C; Raymond Wohl, BA, MA; and Pedro Azcona, M.D.
Why Men Can’t Afford to Delay Preventive Care

Dec 31, 2025 ● By Jerry Garcia, PA-C; Raymond Wohl, BA, MA; and Pedro Azcona, M.D.

Men often delay preventive care, risking undiagnosed heart disease and hormonal issues. Learn why early checkups, labs, and proactive care are essential for long-term vitality, confidence, and overall men’s health.

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Kim Henderson
Begin a Wellness Journey From the Inside Out

Dec 31, 2025 ● By Kim Henderson, DC

Discover how genetics, early development, and structural factors like tongue ties influence lifelong wellness, and how proactive care can support brain, nervous system, and whole health.

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Intergenerational Living: A Healing Model for Families and Communities

Dec 31, 2025 ● By Hannah Tytus

Rising multigenerational households are restoring cultural traditions, mutual care and emotional richness while offering a healing model for modern family life.

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You Are What You Eat Holiday Recipe Booklet from Dr. Susan Fox
You Are What You Eat Holiday Recipe Booklet from Dr. Susan Fox

Nov 29, 2025 ● By Susan Fox, DACM, LAc, FABORM

Download Dr. Susan Fox’s seasonal recipe booklet, a short companion guide with nutrient-dense holiday dishes to support hormone balance and whole-body wellness.

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Group photo of women at Midwest Women’s Herbal Conference.
Celebrate 15 Years of Women’s Herbal Wisdom

Nov 28, 2025

Midwest Women’s Herbal Conference celebrates 15 years of gathering women to learn about plants, holistic health and community at its annual conference.

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Chicago Male Clinic team members posed together.
The Healing Power of Joy: How Positive Emotions Boost Health

Nov 28, 2025 ● By Jerry Garcia, PA-C, Pedro Azcona, M.D., and Raymond Wohl, BA, MA

Clinicians at Chicago Male Clinic explain how joy and positive emotions support immune function, heart health and longevity, plus simple ways to cultivate joy.

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Woman holding a mug in a cozy holiday setting.
Simple Holiday Habits to Support Fertility Health

Nov 28, 2025 ● By Susan Fox, DACM, LAc, FABORM

Dr. Susan Fox shares nutrition, lifestyle and stress-reduction tips to help protect and support fertility during the busy holiday season.

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The Heart Work of Kin-Keeping: Transforming Family Responsibilities Into a Shared Experience

Nov 28, 2025 ● By Hannah Tytus

Often unseen, kin-keeping—managing family traditions and ties—is essential yet unevenly shared work that can be reimagined through openness and collaboration.

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Juy 2026 Issue - Good Vibes, Great Outdoors

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Natural Awakenings Chicago July 2026 magazine cover featuring fresh strawberries with the headline “Good Vibes, Great Outdoors” and stories on outdoor wellness, pickleball fitness, vibrant summer salads, sustainable backyard water features and exploring Indiana Dunes.
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