My Go-To for Conquering Stress

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Alex Klein Leads Herbal Medicine Class in Allston

Herbalist Alex Klein will lead a class on how we can make our own potent herbal medicine products from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on May 13, 2023, in the park behind the Honan-Allston Library, in Allston, Massachusetts. Read More »

Balance Natural Medicine

Trained as a primary care provider, Abby Egginton, ND, founder of Balance Natural Medicine uses functional medicine testing to explore the root cause of symptoms (food sensitivity panels, digestive analysis, micronutrient testing and much more). Read More »

Embrace Spring with Intimacy Consultations

Sex, Intimacy and Relationship Coach, Educator and Healing Arts Practitioner Sacha Fossa, of Sacred Temple Arts, is providing 30-minute complimentary Intimate and Erotic Arts Health and Wellness Spring into Spring consultations for first-time clients throughout the month of May 2023. Read More »

Free Yoga and Tai Chi Classes in Arlington

Body & Brain Yoga Tai Chi, in Arlington, Massachusetts, offers initial 90-minute classes for free on Saturdays led by manager Chun Shim. Read More »

Graceful and Natural Aging Options

There are many natural aging options that help to “wake up” the body’s natural ability to produce collagen, thereby filling in fine lines and wrinkles and giving a tighter, more refreshed look to the face and neck. Read More »

Guided Emotional Release Sessions to Relieve Trauma

Fyonna McKenzie, founder of A Wellthy You, LLC, offers a unique, convenient and affordable way to enable people to stop struggling with trauma. Read More »

HerScan Screening Day at Anasa Personalized Medicine

HerScan, a revolutionary breast cancer detection system, will be offered from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on May 11, 2023, at Anasa Personalized Medicine, in Providence, Rhode Island Read More »

New Pain Relief System at Malchar Chiropractic Wellness Center

The Malchar Chiropractic Wellness Center, in Warwick, Rhode Island, now offers BioCharger, a system that helps revitalize health, decrease pain and allow for the formation of new connections that may have been damaged. Read More »

Registration Open for June Men’s Health Series

Join Natural Awakenings and KnoWEwell for a life-changing series entitled The Healthy Man each Tuesday in June (2023) at 5 p.m. PDT/8 p.m. EDT. Read More »

The Essence of Breathwork

Breathwork helps people calm down, focus and achieve better health. There are many reasons why it is trending right now, and how it’s used to naturally boost both mental and physical health and well-being. Read More »

Treating UTIs Naturally

Lifestyle factors like sleep quality and stress management are also invaluable tools for the recovery and prevention of UTIs. Women that are trapped in a series of back-to-back UTIs should know that it is possible to break the pattern. Read More »

Ashwagandha May Improve Women’s Sexual Experience

Ashwagandha(Withania som- nifera) is a known adaptogenic herb that has been reported to improve sexual satisfaction, sleep and quality of life in women. Read More »

Benefits of Water Immersion During Birth

Water immersion during labor is an increasingly popular birthing option for healthy women that experience a straightforward pregnancy, labor spontaneously at full term and plan to give birth in a midwifery-led care setting. Read More »

Bringing the Bounce Back: Integrative Treatments for Pets With Mobility Issues

While vets often suggest surgery for certain debilitating conditions, less invasive treatments might be just as effective with considerably less risk, particularly for animals that cannot tolerate anesthesia. Read More »

Carol Penn on Finding Calm in a Chaotic World

Dr. Carol Penn, double board-certified in family and obesity medicine, is a movement, meditation and mindset coach who teaches people to prioritize self-care to achieve their best and highest selves. Read More »

Earth-Friendly Delights for Mom

This year, consider putting an ecological spin on Mother’s Day by showering her with gifts that honor Mother Earth. Here are some sustainable gifting ideas. Read More »

Exploring the Doomsday Glacier

Roughly measuring the size of Florida, the Thwaites Glacier is one of the most rapidly melting ice formations in Antarctica, having retreated more than eight miles since the 1990s. Read More »

First Signs of Menopause: How to Resolve Vaginal Dryness

Today, integrative and functional doctors, researchers and continuing education instructors are leading the charge to provide innovative and customized answers for women experiencing vaginal dryness and other hormone-related symptoms. Read More »

Fir Trees Die in Record Numbers

According to unpublished research by the U.S. Forest Service reported by Columbia Insight, fir trees in Oregon and Washington died in record-breaking numbers in 2022. Read More »

Gardening Therapy: Healing Mind, Body and Spirit in the Yard

The exercise, sunshine and fresh air promote mental and physical health, and so does our contact with soil microbes and the harmonious patterns of nature. Read More »

INTERACTIVE: May 2023 Natural Awakenings Crossword Puzzle

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Kale and Tempeh Tacos

In this yummy, low-carb taco recipe, cabbage leaves substitute for the tortillas and are filled with a mixture of protein-packed tempeh, veggies and lots of great spices. Read More »

Light Therapy for Autoimmune Symptoms

Fatigue is often reported as the most disabling symptom for people with autoimmune disorders, significantly impairing their physical, mental and social quality of life. Read More »

Microplastic Overload: Reducing Childhood Exposure

Researchers are investigating the human health impacts of these synthetic materials, and while we have a growing picture of potential risks, additional scientific exploration is needed to know how petroleum-based polymers affect kids. Read More »

Reversing Type 2 Diabetes With Diet

A Type 2 diabetes (T2D) diagnosis is often regarded as a lifelong sentence and typically treated as such, requiring an increasing number of drugs. However, sustained remission of T2D is now well established. Read More »

Scientists Invent Battery Made of Paper

Scientists have developed a water-activated, disposable, paper battery, according to a proof-of-concept study published in Scientific Reports. Read More »

Seniors Avoid the Hospital With Nature

New research has found that exposure to natural environments may reduce the risk of hospitalization for older adults with Alzheimer’s disease, related dementias and Parkinson’s disease. Read More »

Skin Fitness: Daily Routines for a Radiant Appearance

While many of us work out to tone our muscles, we may be neglecting the largest organ in the body: our skin. Read More »

Solving Stress: Holistic Tips From Lifestyle Doctors

Medicine is changing as a new class of doctors endeavors to treat the whole person rather than the symptoms of disease, helping their patients achieve optimal health with lifestyle changes, medicine, herbs, supplements and modalities tailored to the individual. Read More »

Sulfur Shortage Predicted

A shift away from fossil fuels and an increase in agricultural demand will cause the demand for sulfuric acid to increase considerably from 246 to 400 million metric tons by 2040. Read More »

Taking Control of Our Hormones: Nutritional Tips to Support the Delicate Balance

Think of hormones as the body’s messengers, sending signals that affect a host of functions.Keeping these hormones in proper balance is critical for health, and imbalances can lead to a wide range of effects. Read More »

The Divine Messiness of Motherhood

The pitter-patter of little feet is one of life’s most beautiful blessings, but motherhood has always been a challenging role. Read More »

Using Algae for Industrial Carbon Capture, Food, Fuel and Plastic

In an effort to reduce its carbon footprint, Honda is experimenting with the Chlamydomonas reinhardtii class of algae they have nicknamed “Dreamo." Read More »

Vanilla and Fig Scones With Pistachios

A great dessert or breakfast treat, a scone is a baked good usually made with wheat flour and butter. This recipe calls for almond flour instead to reduce the carbs and increase the nutrition. Read More »

SOLUTION: May 2023 Natural Awakenings Crossword Puzzle

Find the solution key to May 2023's Crossword Puzzle here. Read More »

Women’s Wellness Series

This May, join Natural Awakenings and KnoWEwell for a series of women's wellness events entitled Overcoming Stress: How to Balance It All. Read More »