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Teeth Cleaning Microrobots
Teeth-Cleaning Microrobots

Apr 30, 2025

University of Pennsylvania researchers create microrobots that brush and floss teeth, targeting plaque removal and improving oral health outcomes.

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Dementia and Processed Red Meat

Apr 30, 2025

Processed red meat consumption is linked to higher dementia risk, lower cognitive function, and faster brain aging, according to long-term dietary research.

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Whale Song Resembles Human Speech

Apr 30, 2025

Humpback whale songs follow patterns similar to human language, supporting faster cultural transmission and offering insights into communication evolution.

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Hummingbird Hives

Apr 30, 2025

Chimborazo hillstar hummingbirds form rare high-altitude colonies in Ecuador, a survival strategy against cold, wind, and scarce nectar sources.

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Composting Basics

Apr 30, 2025 ● By Kris Urquhart

Indoor and outdoor composting reduces landfill waste, enriches soil health, cuts methane emissions, and supports sustainable gardening and eco-friendly living.

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Women in Wellness 2025: Meet Akeira Johnson, MD at Beyond The Stethoscopes

Apr 30, 2025 ● By Natural Awakenings Milwaukee

"I help women interpret their body’s signals and uncover overlooked patterns in their health through deep listening and thoughtful testing."

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Women in Wellness 2025: Meet Kimberly Manthey, IAWP Wellness Coach and E-RYT500, of Dirty Feet Yoga and Wellness

Apr 30, 2025 ● By Natural Awakenings Milwaukee

"I'm motivated by my yoga community and their stories. It takes courage and bravery to try new things."

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Women in Wellness 2025: Meet Lisa Hillary of Hillary Counseling

Apr 30, 2025 ● By Natural Awakenings Milwaukee

"We embody the same values we encourage to our clients—prioritizing self-care, embracing vulnerability and committing to personal growth."

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Women in Wellness 2025: Meet Dawn Coleman of BodyIgnite and Sacred Spaces

Apr 30, 2025 ● By Natural Awakenings Milwaukee

"As a woman in wellness, I have learned that accepting where we are is one of the first steps to total wellness."

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Women in Wellness 2025: Meet Amanda Mondloch of Busy Doodle: Mobile Fitness & Training

Apr 30, 2025 ● By Natural Awakenings Milwaukee

"I help others by showing them what’s possible when they “Breathe, Believe and Be Brave.” My favorite part of leading is watching my clients bloom in confidence."

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Women in Wellness 2025: Meet Tanya Stanley, From Suffering to Peace

Apr 30, 2025 ● By Natural Awakenings Milwaukee

"From Suffering to Peace offers meditation and mindfulness classes, guiding individuals toward a meditative life filled with inner peace, joy and personal growth."

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Women in Wellness 2025: Meet Dar Shepherd, Professional Organizer at Shepherd Organizing & Coaching

Apr 30, 2025 ● By Natural Awakenings Milwaukee

“Wellness starts at home—in our environments and in our choices. The journey of decluttering is also a journey inward.”

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Women in Wellness 2025: Meet Mari Lopez of Soap Fixx Co.

Apr 30, 2025 ● By Natural Awakenings Milwaukee

Customers can expect heartfelt customer service, high-quality artisan products, and a commitment to supporting local, woman-owned businesses—from ingredients to packaging.

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Women in Wellness 2025: Meet Kelly Plunkett of Core Fit Pilates

Apr 30, 2025 ● By Natural Awakenings Milwaukee

"Clients can expect that we meet their physical level where they are. Expect empathy, personalized care and confidence to move your body safely and effectively."

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Women in Wellness 2025: Meet Emily Kienol, I-MCN Practitioner at Brookfield Health and Wellness

Apr 30, 2025 ● By Natural Awakenings Milwaukee

"I evaluate and treat each patient as a unique individual. I emphasize the importance of addressing the body as a whole rather than a compartmentalized entity."

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Susan Rohr, BSN, RN
Women in Wellness 2025: Meet Susan Rohr, BSN, RN of Brookfield Health and Wellness

Apr 30, 2025 ● By Natural Awakenings Milwaukee

"Over the past 16 years, I have come to deeply appreciate the feeling of purpose and the privilege of being in service to those I am fortunate to help."

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Women in Wellness 2025: Meet Jesse Masche of East Side Pilates, The Sanctuary, Phlox Boutique And Herman Haven

Apr 30, 2025 ● By Natural Awakenings Milwaukee

Clients can expect to leave each session feeling better, stronger and more confident!

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Dr. Udoka Holinbeck, 
DDS, FAGD, AIAOMT
Women in Wellness 2025: Meet Udoka Holinbeck, 
DDS, FAGD, AIAOMT of Bionica Dental Wellness

Apr 30, 2025 ● By Natural Awakenings Milwaukee

"We take the time to hear your concerns and curate a care plan that is unique to your needs. We discuss root cause and prevention, rather than just treating symptoms or oral disease."

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Women in Wellness 2025: Meet Emily Aleksy, LCSW, PMH-C of ERA Wellness

Apr 30, 2025 ● By Natural Awakenings Milwaukee

"I think that it is an absolute honor to be a witness to the highest highs and lowest lows in someone’s life, and to be invited in to help guide them toward healing."

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Women in Wellness 2025: Meet Erica Hodgson of Celestial Coaching & Bodywork and the Spa at 675

Apr 30, 2025 ● By Natural Awakenings Milwaukee

"My work bridges physical, emotional and energetic healing. Sessions often combine therapeutic touch with visualization and coaching to uncover the root cause of pain."

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You’ve Got Some Nerve: Vagus Nerve Care for Better Mental Health

Apr 30, 2025 ● By Brookfield Health and Wellness

The vagus nerve is an important fibrous system of nerves that communicate throughout our entire body. Here are some tips that can bolster your health and well being.

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The Greener Guide to Inviting Pollinators

Apr 30, 2025 ● By Patti Beres

Spring has finally settled in, and gardens are stirring back to life. There’s a special joy in spotting the first bees and butterflies gliding among fresh blooms.

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Milwaukee Makers Market Celebrates Our Local Makers Community

Apr 30, 2025 ● By Natural Awakenings Milwaukee

The 2025 Milwaukee Markers Market events are held monthly from March through December. Admission is free.

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IV Therapy for Hormone Balance

Apr 30, 2025 ● By Natural Awakenings Milwaukee

IV infusion therapy offers a fast, effective way to support hormone balance by delivering a potent blend of nutrients directly into the bloodstream—bypassing digestion for quicker results.

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May 2025 Natural Awakenings Milwaukee Magazine

Apr 30, 2025 ● By Jordan Peschek

In the May 2025 Women’s Wellness issue, we celebrate the fierce compassion, resilience and wisdom of women across all walks of life, and featuring our local 2025 Women in Wellness profiles.

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Waste Not, Want Not: Benefits of a Circular Economy

Mar 31, 2025 ● By Carrie Jackson

A circular economy reduces waste and resource use by keeping materials in circulation through reuse, repair and redesign.

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Leslie Davenport
Leslie Davenport on Resiliency and Creative Action in the Face of Climate Change

Mar 31, 2025 ● By Sandra Yeyati

Psychotherapist Leslie Davenport outlines ways to build emotional resilience in response to climate-related stress and uncertainty.

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Keifir Kraut Dip
Kefir Kraut Dip

Mar 31, 2025

Creamy, zesty and teeming with probiotics, this simple dip pairs tangy sauerkraut with luscious kefir cheese—perfect with crisp veggies or whole-grain chips at your next gathering.

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Apple Kefir Salad Dressing
Apple Kefir Salad Dressing

Mar 31, 2025

This silky kefir-based dressing combines the sweet-tart notes of apple and vinegar with probiotic power—an easy way to upgrade any salad with tang, depth and gut-friendly benefits.

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Blender Salsa
Blender Salsa

Mar 31, 2025 ● By Kris Urquhart

Bold and smoky with a hint of heat, this fermented salsa delivers a punch of flavor plus gut-boosting benefits, thanks to live cultures and prebiotic-rich ingredients like garlic and onion.

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BLUEBERRY BLAST SMOOTHIE
Blueberry Blast Smoothie

Mar 31, 2025 ● By Kris Urquhart

Bright, creamy and bursting with antioxidants, this tangy kefir smoothie blends banana, blueberries and coconut milk for a refreshing sip that supports digestion and urinary health.

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gut pre-biotics
Increasing Gut Health With Prebiotics: How To Feed the Good Microbes

Mar 31, 2025 ● By Marlaina Donato

Prebiotic-rich foods like asparagus and bananas support gut health, reduce inflammation and may play a role in preventing chronic disease.

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Making Time To Marvel

Mar 31, 2025 ● By Marlaina Donato

Spending time in nature can restore emotional balance, improve attention and renew a sense of wonder in everyday life.

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renewable energy
Clean and Renewable Energy: New Advancements That Promise a Greener Future

Mar 31, 2025 ● By Tom Whittle

Advancements in solar, wind and AI technology are reshaping how clean energy is generated, stored and integrated into daily life.

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woman moving for fun and health
Moving More: The Path to Greater Health and Energy

Mar 31, 2025 ● By Zak Logan

Regular movement, even in small amounts, can improve cardiovascular health, increase energy and support mental well-being.

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woman in pain
Relief for Fibromyalgia Promising: Strategies for Pain Reduction

Mar 31, 2025 ● By Madiha Saeed, M.D.

Emerging approaches link fibromyalgia relief to gut health, vagus nerve stimulation and targeted anti-inflammatory therapies.

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Cooking with kids
Cooking With Kids: Health Benefits and Life Lessons in the Kitchen

Mar 31, 2025 ● By Christina Connors

Preparing meals with children teaches life skills, encourages healthier eating habits and strengthens family connections.

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kitty in front of the litter box with toilet paper
Treating Urinary Infections in Cats: How Diet, Hydration and Supplements Can Help

Mar 31, 2025 ● By Ruth Roberts, DVM, CVA, CVH, CVFT, NAN

Nutrient-dense, moisture-rich diets and holistic care help support feline urinary health and reduce the risk of infections.

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nutrition facts on food
Rating the Level of Processing in Foods

Mar 31, 2025

A new database ranks grocery items by processing level, using AI to analyze ingredients, additives and techniques.

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Mouth Bacteria Transplants

Mar 31, 2025

Researchers are testing oral microbiome transplants from cavity-free donors as a novel approach to fight tooth decay.

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Woman sleep deprived working
Recovering From a Bad Night’s Sleep

Mar 31, 2025

A single dose of creatine partially reversed cognitive effects of sleep deprivation in a small controlled study.

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Foods with fiber
Potential New Benefit of Eating Fiber

Mar 31, 2025

High fiber intake may support gut bacteria that suppress harmful microbes, according to a global microbiome study.

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Red Dye
Federal Ban of Toxic Food Dye

Mar 31, 2025

The FDA banned Red No. 3 for foods and ingested drugs, citing cancer risks linked to animal studies.

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Jurassic Period Birds
Jurassic Period Birds

Mar 31, 2025 ● By Kris Urquhart

A fossil found in China pushes the estimated origin of birds back to 164–172 million years ago.

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Algae-based Cooking Oils
Algae-Based Cooking Oil

Mar 31, 2025

Algae oil, lower in saturated fat and higher in monounsaturated fats, shows potential as a sustainable cooking alternative.

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smart devices for the blind
Smart Devices for the Blind

Mar 31, 2025

Emerging Braille technologies aim to improve accessibility with tactile displays, though high costs remain a barrier.

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Albatross
74-Year-Old Albatross Becomes Mom Again

Mar 31, 2025

The world’s oldest known wild bird, Wisdom, laid an egg at Midway Atoll at age 74, extending a lifetime of reproductive activity.

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Natural Solution for Forever Chemicals

Mar 31, 2025

A bacterial strain reduced 96% of PFOS at a polluted site in Portugal, offering potential for PFAS cleanup.

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Native plants
Benefits of Gardening With Native Plants

Mar 31, 2025

Native plants conserve water, reduce maintenance, and provide vital support for pollinators, birds and local ecosystems.

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Moonflower Yoga and Ayurveda Studio Blooms in Brookfield

Mar 31, 2025 ● By Natural Awakenings Milwaukee

Located in Brookfield, Moonflower Yoga + Ayurveda Studio offers an inclusive and nourishing space for individuals to cultivate a deeper connection to their body, mind and spirit.

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