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The Harmonious Home Décor: Strategies That Promote Well-Being

Jul 31, 2025 ● By Megy Karydes

Biophilic design, feng shui, and intentional soundscapes transform homes into wellness sanctuaries that support emotional balance and energy flow.

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Mindful Workouts: Introducing Mental Wellness Modalities at the Gym

Jul 31, 2025 ● By Jordan Peschek, RN-BSN

Fitness routines now integrate mental wellness with breathwork, recovery rituals, and nervous system regulation for lasting strength and resilience.

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Good Vibrations: Harnessing the Power of Sound To Promote Healing and Relaxation

Jul 31, 2025 ● By Marlaina Donato

Modern science affirms ancient wisdom: sound therapy—tuning forks, singing bowls, drumming—can relieve stress, pain, and trauma through vibrational healing.

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Listening to Kids Without Judgment: Nurturing Habits of a Harmonious Family

Jul 31, 2025 ● By Christina Connors

Empathetic listening and calm presence nurture emotional resilience in children, promoting harmony and trust in today's digitally complex family dynamics.

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Understanding Cat Supplements: Tips for Safe and Fruitful Nutritional Support

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

As feline wellness gains traction, experts highlight the role of targeted, vet-approved supplements in supporting cats' immunity, emotional health, and longevity.

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Predicting Dementia

Jul 31, 2025

USC scientists use AI and MRI to track brain aging, offering a non-invasive way to detect early cognitive decline and potentially forecast dementia progression.

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Sucralose May Increase Appetite

Jul 31, 2025

A calorie-free sweetener found in many processed foods may increase hunger by disrupting the body’s natural appetite-suppression signals, researchers report.

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Delaying Menopause for Longevity

Jul 31, 2025

Researchers explore cryogenic ovary tissue, stem cell therapies and senolytic drugs to extend reproductive longevity and delay menopause-related health risks.

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Healthy-Aging Properties of Caffeinated Coffee

Jul 31, 2025

One to three daily cups of unsweetened caffeinated coffee may lower mortality risk, while added sugar or fat can reduce those benefits, a Tufts study finds.

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New Defense Against Superbugs

Jul 31, 2025

Encapsulated fecal microbiota transplants show promise in eliminating superbugs by restoring healthy gut bacteria, potentially reducing reliance on antibiotics.

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Hawaii Is Sinking Faster Than Expected

Jul 31, 2025

Coastal areas in Hawaii, including Waikiki, are sinking faster than expected, advancing flood risks and infrastructure threats by an estimated 50 years.

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Goldfish Invaders

Jul 31, 2025

Released goldfish grow rapidly, stir up sediment and spread disease, causing major ecological harm in lakes and ponds across the U.S.

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Reusing Forever Chemicals

Jul 31, 2025

Scientists have developed a process to break down harmful PFAS chemicals and reuse fluorine components in safer products like pharmaceuticals.

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Sustainable Building Materials

Jul 31, 2025

BioSIPs, made from agricultural waste and mushroom insulation, outperform standard materials in energy efficiency and offer a toxin-free alternative to construction.

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Wellness Cars of the Future

Jul 31, 2025

Self-driving vehicles are being designed with biometric sensors, aromatherapy, massage seating and AI-guided routes to support passenger health and relaxation.

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Baking Soda: The All-Purpose Dynamo

Jul 31, 2025

Eco-friendly and budget-wise, baking soda shines as a non-toxic staple for cleaning, personal care, and home remedies with wide-ranging applications.

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August 2025 Natural Awakenings Milwaukee Magazine

Jul 31, 2025 ● By Jordan Peschek

The August 2025 issue of Natural Awakenings Milwaukee is dedicated to helping us remember that authentic, harmonious living is not about being perfect—it’s about being true.

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Virtual Mediterranean Masterclass with Dr. Sarah Axtell

Jul 31, 2025 ● By Natural Awakenings Milwaukee

Dr. Sarah Axtell of Lakeside Natural Medicine now offers a self-paced Mediterranean Masterclass with videos, recipes, and science-backed tips to reduce disease and create lasting health.

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Local Life Coach Commits to Helping Parents Through It All

Jul 31, 2025 ● By Natural Awakenings Milwaukee

Whether navigating emotional, parenting challenges or seeking clarity through life’s transitions, Heal Through Growth Mindset Coaching offers a supportive environment for those ready to grow.

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Fellowship of Alternative Beliefs Fall Festival

Jul 31, 2025 ● By Natural Awakenings Milwaukee

Providing a positive, family-oriented atmosphere, The Fellowship of Alternative Beliefs will host Pagan Pride from noon to 7 p.m. on September 6 at the Moose Lodge, in Milwaukee.

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Beyond the Lunchbox: Whole-Food Workshop for Parents

Jul 31, 2025 ● By Natural Awakenings Milwaukee

This one-night wellness event empowers parents to break free from the sugar trap and learn intentional nutrition strategies to help children build resilient immune systems and support focus.

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The Wellness Power of Watermelon

Jul 31, 2025 ● By Natural Awakenings Milwaukee

Watermelon isn’t just a quintessential summer fruit—it’s a powerhouse of hydration and healing, and hosts many benefits to keep you well this season.

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The Greener Guide to Ants and Aphids

Jul 31, 2025 ● By Patti Beres

Warm weather often reveals a tiny unwanted partnership on garden stems: Aphids sip plant sap while ants harvest their sugary honeydew. Learn simple, green ways to help disrupt this alliance.

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Mediterranean Wisdom: Straight From the Source

Jul 31, 2025 ● By Dr. Sarah Axtell, ND

Follow Dr. Sarah Axtell of Lakeside Natural Medicine, in this self-paced course that dives into the secrets of the Mediterranean diet and its numerous health benefits.

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The Microadventure Mindset: Finding Natural Splendor Close to Home

Jun 30, 2025 ● By Carrie Jackson

Short, local outdoor escapes—“microadventures”—boost well-being, connect people to nearby nature, and foster community, making adventure accessible to all.

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Julian Hoffman
Julian Hoffman on Finding Our Place in an Interconnected World

Jun 30, 2025 ● By Sandra Yeyati

Writer Julian Hoffman urges redefining home to include wild places, sharing how ordinary people can protect ecosystems through love, grief, and collective action.

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Protein breakfasts
Protein-Forward Breakfasts: Starting the Day Strong

Jun 30, 2025 ● By Marlaina Donato

Starting the day with protein supports metabolism, mood, and satiety, with dietitians recommending plant-based scrambles, nut butters, and cottage cheese for lasting energy.

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SOUTHWESTERN-STYLE TOFU BREAKFAST SCRAMBLE
Southwestern-Style Tofu Breakfast Scramble

Jun 30, 2025 ● By Kris Urquhart

Crumbled tofu sautéed with turmeric and smoked paprika mimics scrambled eggs, topped with guacamole and salsa for a plant-based, protein-rich start.

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HONEY PAPAYA YOGURT PARFAIT
Honey Papaya Yogurt Parfait

Jun 30, 2025

Greek yogurt, diced papaya, granola, and a touch of honey layer into a refreshing, high-protein parfait that’s naturally sweet and ideal for busy mornings.

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Abandoning Routine and Courting Delight

Jun 30, 2025 ● By Marlaina Donato

Small seasonal joys—sunset picnics, solo road trips, barefoot walks—invite a playful reset from routine, reminding us to embrace summer’s sensory abundance.

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Edible Landscapes: Creating Regenerative Sustenance

Jun 30, 2025 ● By Maya Whitman

Food forests mimic natural ecosystems to produce resilient, edible landscapes, offering biodiversity, soil health, and local food solutions—even in small urban spaces.

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The New Cycle of Innovation: How Tech Is Shaping the Future of Bicycling

Jun 30, 2025 ● By Carrie Jackson

Tech advances in gravel and e-bikes, safer tires, and app-connected rides are transforming cycling into a more inclusive, versatile, and environmentally friendly mode of transport.

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Sun-Kissed, Not Stressed: Keys to Protecting and Replenishing Summer Skin

Jun 30, 2025 ● By Megy Karydes

Natural ingredients like oatmeal, honey, and lavender help soothe summer skin, offering eco-friendly alternatives to chemical sunscreens and replenishing hydration after sun exposure.

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kids in a community garden
The Power of Outdoor Play: Expanding a Child’s Development With the Help of Mother Nature

Jun 30, 2025 ● By Christina Connors

Outdoor play fosters emotional resilience and cognitive skills, with nature’s sensory-rich environments shown to lower stress and boost attention in children, including those with ADHD.

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Alleviating Arthritis in Dogs: Joint Health Begins in the Gut

Jun 30, 2025 ● By Ruth Roberts, DVM, CVA, CVH, CVFT, NAN

Gut health may hold the key to easing canine arthritis, with research linking digestive inflammation to joint pain and highlighting benefits of whole foods over processed diets.

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Paternal Dietary Influences on Sperm Quality

Jun 30, 2025

A small study shows that diet changes can quickly alter sperm gene regulators, suggesting that paternal nutrition may influence offspring health from conception.

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Tick-Borne Disease Spreads to Mid-Atlantic States
Tick-Borne Disease Spreads to Mid-Atlantic States

Jun 30, 2025

Ticks in Virginia, Maryland, and Delaware are now carrying babesiosis, a rare parasite once limited to the Northeast and Midwest, raising public health concerns.

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At-Home Cervical Cancer Screening
At-Home Cervical Cancer Screening

Jun 30, 2025

A newly FDA-approved self-test device enables at-home HPV screening, offering a less invasive alternative to Pap smears and encouraging broader participation.

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Shingles vaccine
Shingles Vaccine May Reduce Dementia Risk

Jun 30, 2025

A study links shingles vaccination to a 20% lower dementia risk, suggesting immune response and reduced inflammation may play protective roles—especially in women.

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peptides
Novel Defense Against Infections

Jun 30, 2025

New research reveals proteasomes generate infection-fighting peptides, potentially opening a path to novel antibiotic therapies for resistant bacterial strains.

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3D-Printed Train Station

Jun 30, 2025

A 3D-printed station in Japan was installed overnight, slashing costs and build time, showcasing how additive manufacturing can transform public infrastructure

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Seeing a New Color

Jun 30, 2025

Researchers used lasers to stimulate eye cells, leading participants to see “olo,” a vivid bluish-green color reportedly outside the standard human color range.

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Humboldt squid
Chilean Deep-Sea Ecosystems Discovered

Jun 30, 2025

Scientists discovered 60+ new species and methane-fed life in unexplored Chilean seafloor canyons, using robotic dives nearly 10,000 feet below the surface.

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Solar-Powered Sea Slug
Solar-Powered Sea Slug

Jun 30, 2025

The leaf sheep sea slug stores algae chloroplasts and photosynthesizes, a rare trait in animals that lets it convert sunlight into energy for days.

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U.S. Air Quality Is Declining

Jun 30, 2025

A record 156 million Americans now live with unhealthy air, as climate change fuels wildfire smoke and extreme heat, reversing decades of clean air progress

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Rescuing Old Items for Garden Décor

Jun 30, 2025

Old teapots, ladders, and boots become whimsical, low-cost garden art, as upcycling breathes creative, eco-conscious life into outdoor spaces

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July 2025 Natural Awakenings Milwaukee Magazine

Jun 30, 2025 ● By Natural Awakenings Milwaukee

This month’s issue of Natural Awakenings Milwaukee celebrates The Great Outdoors—not just as a place to explore, but as a space to reconnect with what it means to be human, whole and well.

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Lakeshore State Park to Add Visitor Center and Boost Outdoor Programs

Jun 30, 2025 ● By Natural Awakenings Milwaukee

Lakeshore State Park in downtown Milwaukee is building support to create a visitor center aimed at enriching the experience of nature in the heart of the city.

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Complimentary Discovery Sessions with Local Life Coach

Jun 30, 2025 ● By Natural Awakenings Milwaukee

Taylor Chudy, with Heal Through Growth Mindset Coaching, helps clients unlock greater self-confidence, self-understanding and self-acceptance.

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Moonflower Yoga and Ayurveda Studio Blooms in Brookfield

Jun 30, 2025 ● By Natural Awakenings Milwaukee

Rooted in mindfulness and compassion, Moonflower Yoga and Ayurveda Studio offers an inclusive and nourishing space to cultivate a deeper connection to their body, mind & spirit.

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