Natural Awakenings Phoenix ~ July 2022 Welcome to our July 2022 Issue Free Time [publisher's letter] As an adult, I not only assess whether or not I deem the free time I spend a waste, but also often think that no matter what I’ve been doing, I should have been doing something else. Read More » Herbs—More Than Just Medicine! Herbs are not only a potential alternative to conventional drugs, they can also provide our cells with the nourishment they require to keep us healthy. Read More » Important Events at Each Stage of Digestion Obtaining nutrients from food involves both digestion and absorption, which are critical for healthy metabolism. Read More » Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine Announces New Name and Offerings Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine & Health Sciences (SCNM) has announced it will transition into Sonoran University of Health Sciences in September, allowing the institution to expand its offerings in the fields of naturopathic medicine, nutrition, and the business of nutrition and other health sciences. Read More » Attitudes Changing Toward Animal Rights A new survey shows that children differ dramatically from adults in their moral views on animals, suggesting that speciesism is learned as we become socialized. Read More » Canine Calm: Anti-Anxiety Tips for Dogs Research shows that a number of strategies can help soothe anxious dogs both from immediate terror and ongoing anxiety associated with fireworks and other triggering situations. Read More » City Lights are Tough on Birds North America hosts about 3 billion fewer birds today than in 1970. The causes include light pollution, climate change, vanishing habitat and pesticides. Read More » Consider Herbs from Traditional Asian Medicine for Diabetes Researchers examined medical databases and ethnic medical books to discover which diabetes medicines were effective in ancient indigenous medical systems. Read More » Cool Treats for Hot Days: DIY Recipes Even Kids Can Make By creating homemade, hot-weather treats with our kids, we get to enjoy the delights of fresh, seasonal, healthy fruits and vegetables and inventive flavor combinations. Read More » Deep-Sea Mining is the New Frontier Research has found that significant knowledge gaps make it hard to predict the scale of the potential effect of mining the ocean floor. Read More » Don’t Assume Selfies Show True Facial Features People are showing cosmetic surgeons selfies to demonstrate their surgical desires, but these concerns may be based on a distorted perception because selfies distort facial features. Read More » Earth-Friendly Hiking As stewards of the environment, it’s important that we hike responsibly, leaving no detritus behind, respecting wildlife and preserving the pristine setting for everyone to enjoy. Read More » Eat Grains to Reduce Inflammation and Liver Disease Risk New studies find that nutrient-rich, whole grains have a positive effect on cardiovascular and liver health. Read More » Flower Power: Edible Blooms Add Flavor and Color to Summer Fare Today’s health-conscious foodies are finding edible flowers to be a fantastic way to eat the rainbow, adding fun flavors and colors to all sorts of dishes. Read More » Flower Spring Rolls with Tamarind and Peanut Sauce Spring rolls are a great way to eat all the fresh veggies, flowers and fruits of the season, with different colors and textures throughout. Read More » Healthier Summer Skin Healthy summer skin care tips from Shannon Reagan, owner of Glimmer Goddess Organic Skin Care. Read More » Indigenous Efforts Use Hemp to Remove Forever Chemicals From Superfund Site Researchers have discovered that hemp plants can successfully suck per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), "forever chemicals," out of contaminated soil via phytoremediation. Read More » Jeffrey Smith on the Threat of Gene-Edited Microbes Jeffrey Smith, the founder and executive director of the Institute for Responsible Technology, is focusing on gene-edited microbes. Read More » Mixed Berry Pops Healthy, naturally-sweetened popsicles using fresh berries. Read More » Orange Cream Pops A healthy, homemade version of the classic orange cream popsicles. Read More » Pollinator Haven: Create a Toxin-Free Yard for Critical Critters Bees are declining at alarming rates, thanks in part to neonicotinoids and other harmful pesticides, but gardening modifications can provide food and safe haven for beneficial invertebrates. Read More » Polluted Air Stumps Bees and Butterflies Researchers have discovered that air pollutants can confuse pollinators that use odors to navigate and move around and communicate. Read More » Practice Sitting Tai Chi to Recover from a Stroke A new study found that doing the hand and shoulder movements of tai chi while sitting in a chair produced significant physical and mental benefits for stroke survivors. Read More » Rainbow Fruit Kabobs Kabob skewers are a fun way to encourage kids to eat more fresh fruit. Read More » Renewable Energy Powers Major Japanese Railroad On April 1, Tokyu Railways trains running through Shibuya and other stations were switched to power generated only by renewable sources. Read More » Savvy Shopper Tips for the Farmers Market Ways to save money on healthy food at farmers markets while supporting the local community. Read More » Spicy Magnolia Salad Cups Creamy avocado, crisp peppery radish slices, quick-pickled onion and a kiss of high-quality soy sauce fill luscious magnolia flower petals with complementary textures and flavors. Read More » That Natural Glow: Radiant Skin with Fewer Health Risks Ways to avoid skin care products with potentially toxic ingredients for glowing skin with fewer health risks. Read More » The Art of Doing Nothing Somewhere along the line, someone planted a seed in our brains that programmed us to believe that we must earn our existence. Read More » The Great Nature Gym: Outdoor Workouts Make the Most of Summer Studies show that outdoor workouts improve mental well-being and result in greater feelings of revitalization, increased energy and positive engagement. Read More » The Healthy Food Movement: Pandemic Trends are Shaping Better Local Food Systems A wide range of innovative solutions are being pursued by e-commerce entrepreneurs and food-equity advocates to get healthier local food into more hands and more neighborhoods. Read More » Try Music and Muscle Relaxation to Lower Surgery Anxiety Surgery often activates high levels of anxiety in patients, but a study found that dancing and doing handicrafts while listening to music the day before the surgery can help. Read More » Vegan Watermelon-Beet Pops Vegan yogurt and non-dairy milk make these plant-based, fruit and vegetable frozen treats a delicious and healthy way to cool down. Read More » In-Print Recipes Healthy Eating
