In This Issue - March 2021

Mar 01, 2021 08:14AM ● By Daralyn Chase

Natural Awakenings Northwest Florida March 2021

Indoor Edible Gardening, Grow Veggies, Sprouts and  Microgreens Year-Round; DOWN TO EARTH, The Promise of Regenerative Organic Farming; Hemp-Derived  Cannabidiol, A Primer on the Latest Research; ON A ROLL, Foam Rollers Ease Pain and Workout Recovery; Getting Pregnant, Lifestyle Strategies to Boost Fertility; The Healing Potential of Psychedelic Medicines, Promising Studies on Stress Disorder, Depression and Addiction; HEALING FROM GRIEF, Four Ways to Find Peace; CANINE OBESITY, When Doggies Need Diets

Overweight obese dog needing to go on healthy diet to lose weight

Canine Obesity: When Doggies Need Diets

How to determine the ideal weight for dogs and healthy ways to achieve weight loss through proper nutrition, including fresh organic raw food, diet and exercise. Read More »

Offshore drilling in the Caribbean

Caribbean Offshore Drilling Threatens Florida Beaches

The Bahamas Petroleum Company has begun exploratory oil drilling 150 miles from South Florida despite warnings of the potential for severe or catastrophic impact if a spill occurs. Read More »

Farmer growing organic food through regenerative agriculture

Down to Earth: The Promise of Regenerative Organic Farming

Regenerative organic farming holds great promise to rebuild soil, draw carbon from the atmosphere and ultimately grow healthier food. Read More »

Jet flying in the sky

Economical Carbon-Neutral Jet Fuel

Researchers have developed a carbon-neutral way to produce jet fuel using carbon dioxide as a main ingredient. Read More »

Woman pregnant through natural fertility

Getting Pregnant: Lifestyle Strategies to Boost Fertility

Natural approaches such as healthier diets, supplements, detoxed living, herbs, acupuncture and other Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) tips for boosting fertility to achieve pregnancy. Read More »

Green smoothie bowl recipe

Green Smoothie Bowl

This healthy green smoothie bowl recipe combines tender, mild shoots along with buckwheat sprouts for a little extra satiety. Read More »

Fertile man kissing belly of pregnant woman

Guys and Infertility

Studies show that for 40 percent of infertile couples, the problem lies in male sperm that is too sparse, slow, damaged or misshapen. Here are natural strategies to improve sperm quality. Read More »

Hazardous Pollutants Found in Mount Everest Snow

Manmade perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have been detected in snow at the top of Mount Everest, posing a risk for trekkers, climbers and residents that drink the water. Read More »

Grieving individual holding dove seeking inner peace and healing for grief

Healing from Grief: Four Ways to Find Peace

How to discover the light side of grief and identify and embrace the invitations that lay within its deep layers to find inner peace and healing. Read More »

Hemp-derived cannabidiol CBD oil

Hemp-Derived Cannabidiol: A Primer on the Latest Research

The latest research on the proven health benefits of cannabidiol (CBD), the effects on anxiety and depression, how to get started, ways to administer and more. Read More »

Honey bee on plant

Honey Bees Have a Dirty Secret

Although honey bees symbolize sustainability and are vital to farmers, they also have a distressing effect on the environment—destabilizing natural ecosystems by competing with native bees. Read More »

Group of nourished children

Improve Children’s Brain Health with Better Nutrition

A new study finds that six months of nutritional supplements can improve working memory and blood flow in children’s brains. Read More »

Potted indoor herb garden growing on kitchen counter

Indoor Edible Gardening: Grow Veggies, Sprouts and Microgreens Year-Round

With a little light and creativity, anyone can grow edible plants indoors on a windowsill or kitchen countertop, making fresh herbs, sprouts and greens available year-round. Read More »

Jeff Tkach on Regenerative Healthcare

Rodale Institute Chief Impact Officer Jeff Tkach discusses a prevention-based approach to human and environmental health by unlocking the transformational power of regenerative healthcare. Read More »

Noodle Soup with Coconut, Sprouts and Shoots recipe

Noodle Soup with Coconut, Sprouts and Shoots

This warming, healthy soup with just the right amount of chili spice is simple to make and full of delicious, curry flavors. Read More »

Athlete rolling leg on foam roller for post-exercise recovery

On a Roll: Foam Rollers Ease Pain and Workout Recovery

Foam rolling targets trigger points or painful knots in muscles and is a valuable tool for reducing chronic pain and enhancing workout recovery. Read More »

People riding eco-friendly electric bicycles

Plug and Pedal: The Benefits of Using Electric Bikes

An Earth-friendly alternative for work commutes or pleasurable neighborhood spins is the e-bike, powered by pedaling and an electric motor. Read More »

Fish swimming around coral reef

Saving Coral Reefs Worldwide

The International Coral Reef Initiative has urged governments to take action to save the planet’s remaining coral reefs and their attendant fish populations. Read More »

Sprouted hummus recipe

Sprouted Hummus

This sprouted version of hummus is a tasty twist on the classic Middle Eastern recipe. Read More »

Geothermal plant

The Benefits of Renewable Geothermal Energy

Despite its enormous potential, geothermal energy supplied just 0.4 percent of U.S. electricity in 2019. Read More »

Psychedelic mushrooms containing psilocybin for mental health healing

The Healing Potential of Psychedelic Medicines: Promising Studies on Stress Disorder, Depression and Addiction

Studies show that psychedelics such as psilocybin and MDMA can help heal trauma, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, anxiety, addiction and other mental and behavioral conditions. Read More »

Try Ginger to Lower Diabetes Markers

Ginger root can help to decrease levels of fasting blood sugar, total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol in Type 2 diabetes patients. Read More »

Person practicing mindfulness for cardiovascular health

Try Mindfulness to Improve Cardiovascular Health

Mindfulness training can lower blood pressure and positively influence behavior that promotes cardiovascular health, report researchers. Read More »

Colored LED lights

Use Colored LED Lights to Relax

Taking note of businesses that use lighting to create a mood, researchers demonstrated that patient unease in imaging centers can be modified with the use of colored LED lights. Read More »

Bowls of green tea extract and curcumin

Use Green Tea Extract and Curcumin to Ward Off Oral Cancer

Two natural chemopreventive agents—green tea extract and curcumin—have been shown to significantly reduce oral potentially malignant disorders (OPMD) biomarkers. Read More »