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Natural Awakenings Milwaukee Magazine

November 2022

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Fruit and Vitamin B6 May Relieve Anxiety and Depression

Oct 31, 2022

Studies find that consuming fruit and vitamin B6 can help depression and anxiety levels.

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Different Fibers Produce Different Results

Oct 31, 2022

New research indicates that not all fibers are equal in their effect on different species of probiotics in the intestines.

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Mislabeling Found in Some Immunity Supplements

Oct 31, 2022

Researchers tested 30 top immunity supplements and found that only 13 contained the exact ingredients listed on their labels.

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Stretching and Balance Exercises Can Avert Mental Decline

Oct 31, 2022

To protect against memory loss, simple stretching and balance exercises work as well as hard-driving aerobics, concludes a new study.

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Longevity Diet Involves Fasting, Too

Oct 31, 2022

What research finds the optimal longevity diet to include as far as foods and timing of meals.

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Google Downplays Flight Emissions

Oct 31, 2022

Google has taken a key driver of global warming out of the carbon calculator embedded in the company’s Google Flights search tool, making journeys appear less impactful on the environment.

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Plastic Recycling Hoax Revealed

Oct 31, 2022

20 states have passed bills to exempt chemical recycling facilities from waste management requirements, despite evidence that most facilities actually incinerate the plastic they receive.

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Concrete Made with Rubber Refuse

Oct 31, 2022

Scientists have produced good-quality concrete in which all of the aggregate has been replaced with tire particles.

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Urban Crops Can Have Higher Yields Than Conventional Farming

Oct 31, 2022

A new study shows that urban gardens and hydroponics can thrive and may exceed the yields of rural farms.

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One-Sixth of U.S. Tree Species Could Go Extinct

Oct 31, 2022

Facing threats from invasive pests, climate change and habitat loss, up to 135 tree species—about one-sixth of those found in the continental U.S.—could be lost forever.

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Cool Pavement Program

Oct 31, 2022

Applied on top of existing asphalt pavement, cool pavement road treatment reflects heat, which is especially needed in heat island areas.

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Staying Serene in Turbulent Times: How to Turn Anxiety into Positive Action

Oct 31, 2022 ● By Ronica O’Hara

Our collective anxiety levels are at an all-time high. These strategies from mental health experts can help us to move from anxiety into effective action.

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12 Quick Fixes for Anxiety: Simple Strategies for Mental Well-Being

Oct 31, 2022 ● By Ronica O’Hara

Useful anti-anxiety strategies from mental health professionals to help ease us through anxious moments.

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Skiing for Fitness and Pure Fun: Tips for Enjoying Alpine and Nordic Styles

Oct 31, 2022 ● By Randy Kambic

Whether it’s the thrill of alpine skiing downhill or the serene pleasure of Nordic cross-country skiing, strapping on skis makes winter more enjoyable.

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Eco-Skiing: Planet-Friendly Ways to Hit the Slopes

Oct 31, 2022

Many alpine ski resorts are going green, enabling enthusiasts to reduce their impact on the planet while enjoying the winter sport. Here’s some eco-information, as well as money-saving tips.

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Gratitude is Good Medicine

Oct 31, 2022 ● By Madiha Saeed

Practicing gratitude daily can lower inflammatory markers, influence epigenetics, improve the immune system and even help the heart, adding years to life.

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Rachel Jones on Grief in the Healthcare Front Lines

Oct 31, 2022 ● By Sandra Yeyati

In her book, Grief on the Front Lines: Reckoning with Trauma, Grief and Humanity in Modern Medicine, Rachel Jones examines the emotional challenges that healthcare workers face.

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Making Forever Chemicals Go Away: Manmade Compounds Pose Lasting Threat to Our Health

Oct 31, 2022 ● By Sheryl DeVore

Although some man-made per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), known as forever chemicals, are being phased out, there’s still much to worry about.

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The Gut-Brain Connection: How Food Affects Our Mood

Oct 31, 2022 ● By Kimberly B. Whittle

Exploring the gut-brain axis and the role that microorganisms in the gut play in mental health conditions like anxiety, stress, depression and other disorders.

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Quinoa and Beetroot Salad with a Hint of Mint

Oct 31, 2022 ● By Ishi Khosla

This recipe for quinoa salad topped with beetroot and mint makes for a healthy, mood-boosting meal.

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Gut-Healing Smoothie

Oct 31, 2022 ● By Tom O’Bryan

This gut-healthy smoothie recipe includes ingredients that increase beneficial bacteria in the gut.

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Almond Flour Blueberry Muffins

Oct 31, 2022 ● By Madiha Saeed

This simple recipe for gluten-free blueberry muffins uses almond flour for a healthy treat.

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The Colors of Healing: Art Therapy for Kids

Oct 31, 2022 ● By Marlaina Donato

Art therapy can help a child express what is beyond spoken language: unprocessed trauma, emotional and physical pain or the multilevel challenges of autism spectrum disorder.

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Caregiving Companions: The Many Benefits of Service, Therapy and Emotional Support Animals

Oct 31, 2022 ● By Karen Shaw Becker

Animals offer support to humans, providing therapy and emotional support and being attentive service animals for medical assistance. Here are the types of access each animal is given.

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