Natural Awakenings Phoenix ~ June 2025

Budgie Bird

Sometimes a childhood memory is sparked by the simplest thing—like an article in a magazine. This one brought back the story of my first (and only) bird, and the unexpected lessons that came with him. Read More »

Awaken the Teacher Within

Becoming a yoga teacher is a transformative journey of personal growth and empowerment. At the Southwest Institute of Healing Arts (SWIHA), immersive, in-person training offers the depth, connection, and support needed to truly awaken the teacher within. Read More »

Hey Guys, Sleep Your Way to Better Performance!

In our always-on world, sleep often gets pushed to the bottom of the to-do list. But the truth is, better sleep could be the secret weapon you’ve been missing—for your body, mind, and even your relationships. Read More »

Expanding Our Healthspan: Holistic Strategies for Long-Term Well-Being

Experts urge a shift from disease treatment to lifestyle care using diagnostics, anti-inflammatory diets and complementary therapies to extend vitality and quality of life. Read More »

Carl Greer on A Journey of Self-Exploration and Transformation

Carl Greer blends Jungian psychology and shamanic tools to uncover hidden wisdom, reframe personal narratives and guide inner change through meditation and self-inquiry. Read More »

Crafting Personal Fuel: Why Do-It-Yourself Protein Bars Are Worth the Effort

Homemade protein bars offer customizable nutrition with fewer additives, helping meet fitness, gut health or snacking goals using whole, nutrient-rich ingredients. Read More »

Giddy-Up Bars

Dates, cocoa, hemp seeds and cashews power these plant-based bars, ideal for a natural energy boost with optional espresso for a little extra kick. Read More »

Monster Energy Bars

Packed with nut butter, chia, oats and mini chips, these bars offer a kid-friendly, protein-rich snack that’s quick to make and easy to store for workouts or school days. Read More »

Easy Almond Protein Bars

Almonds, protein powder and Medjool dates form the base of these chocolate-topped bars designed to support recovery and hydration with clean, simple ingredients. Read More »

Cinnamon Apple Date Bars

These chewy, spiced bars feature dates, dried apples and chia seeds with plant-based protein, supporting digestion and energy in a wholesome, prep-ahead snack. Read More »

Pumpkin Energy Bites

No-bake bites made with almond butter, pumpkin, oats and flax deliver fiber, healthy fats and fall flavor in a snack that’s easy to freeze and enjoy on the go. Read More »

Making Joyful Summer Memories

Simple pleasures like garden breakfasts, local festivals and barefoot adventures evoke nostalgia and invite a renewed sense of wonder during summer’s long, golden days. Read More »

Healing the Split From Nature: Accepting Earth’s Guidance

Soil microbes, forest immersion and daily time outdoors can ease anxiety, boost immunity and reconnect modern lives with the rhythms and healing of the natural world. Read More »

Benefits of Creatine Supplementation: Reasons To Add It to Your Regimen

Once for athletes, creatine now attracts biohackers and aging researchers for its brain, muscle and recovery benefits—especially when paired with resistance training. Read More »

Healing the Stress Response: Natural Steps to Restoring Adrenal Health

Chronic stress disrupts adrenal health, but mindful habits, nutrient-rich foods, herbal support and parasympathetic practices can restore energy and balance the nervous system. Read More »

Staying Active With Dad: Three Fathers Share Their Stories

Fathers modeling physical activity through playful, shared movement help build lasting bonds, healthier habits and stronger emotional connections with their children. Read More »

Feathered Friends: The Care and Feeding of Pet Birds

Pet birds thrive with fresh produce, environmental enrichment and informed care—demanding attention to diet, stimulation, social needs and the avoidance of common toxins. Read More »

Aging in Bursts

A study finds aging accelerates in molecular spurts—most notably around ages 44 and 60—linked to shifts in metabolism, inflammation and immune resilience. Read More »

Red-Light Gum Therapy

Penn researchers are testing LED-equipped dental implants that kill bacteria and regenerate tissue using red-light therapy powered by chewing motion. Read More »

Worsening Allergy Seasons

Climate change is driving longer, more intense allergy seasons as warmer temperatures and rising CO₂ levels increase pollen and mold production nationwide. Read More »

Dietary Treatments for Irritable Bowel Syndrome

New research finds low-FODMAP and low-carb diets more effective than drugs at easing IBS symptoms, especially for those managing constipation. Read More »

A New Definition of Obesity

Experts call for redefining obesity to focus on abdominal fat and function, not just BMI, emphasizing waist metrics and direct fat scans for accuracy. Read More »

Becoming Man’s Best Friend

Ancient dog bones suggest Indigenous peoples in Alaska formed close ties with early canines 12,000 years ago, reshaping our understanding of human-dog history. Read More »

Declining Butterfly Population

Butterfly numbers have dropped 22% nationwide, with native plants and reduced pesticide use key to reversing the decline, new U.S. data reveals. Read More »

Startups Using the Ocean for Carbon Capture

Emerging tech companies are leveraging ocean minerals and electrochemistry to trap carbon and fight climate change, despite challenges in scale and funding. Read More »

Florida’s Coral Reefs Struggling

Warming seas and pollution hinder coral reproduction, threatening biodiversity and storm protection in Florida’s already fragile reef ecosystems. Read More »

A Mom at 100 Years Old

A 100-year-old Galapagos tortoise at the Philadelphia Zoo hatched four offspring, boosting survival prospects for one of the world’s rarest reptile species. Read More »

Men’s Grooming Goes Green

Toxic ingredients and plastic waste in men’s grooming spark a shift toward eco-friendly razors, deodorants and botanical-based body care with lower health and environmental impact. Read More »