Natural Awakenings Phoenix ~ January 2022

Grateful [publisher's letter]

During this time of year, I find myself reflecting on what I’m grateful for—not just for the past 12 months, but over my life in general. Read More »

Herbal Teas—The Original Superfoods

Did you know that 1 cup of high-quality herbal tea has about 300 milligrams (mg) of all the calcium, magnesium and bone-building minerals we need for a strong, healthy body? Read More »

Sacred Life Designs Co-Creating Life Designs Through Sacred Intention and Ceremony [business spotlight]

It is very easy to get lost in the cycle of life, death and rebirth. The shaman has the ability to help us remember where we are in space and time, where we have been, and identify our individual goals. Read More »

Standard Process: Leading in Whole Food Supplements Since 1929 [business spotlight]

Standard Process' belief in the power of nutrition continues to grow stronger, and their commitment to patients and holistic health care gets deeper every day. They have a proven history behind them and a vibrant future in front of them. And they have a number of exciting initiatives and products planned for 2022. Read More »

Virtual eBooklet Discussion on Secrets of Divine Creativity

Discover how using your divine imagination, the God spark within you, can make your life more meaningful, reveal better ways to handle troubling situations, and lift you into truly becoming a godlike being. Read More »

A Better Morning Jolt: Healthy Coffee Alternatives and Hacks

While Americans love their coffee, a growing number of people are adapting their morning drink rituals to incorporate ingredients in search of additional health benefits. Read More »

Climate Change Affects Coffee Quality

Climate change is affecting coffee’s taste, aroma, nutritional quality, yield and sustainability, impacting farmers’ livelihoods and consumer experiences. Read More »

Consider Basil to Fend Off Alzheimer’s

A natural compound called fenchol, found in basil and other plants, may help to reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease by preventing toxic proteins from accumulating in the brain. Read More »

Eat More Fiber to Avoid Liver Fat

Eating more fiber and produce containing vitamins C and E can lead to lower levels of liver fat, which is linked to nonalcoholic fatty liver disease. Read More »

Getting Personal About CO2: Tools to Help Track Our Carbon Footprint

Personal action is necessary to reduce carbon emissions. These resources, tools and tips can help us reduce our carbon footprint and lead a lower-carbon lifestyle. Read More »

Health in the New Year: 10 Top Wellness Trends for 2022

Discover the latest trends in health and wellness for 2022, including plant-based foods, telemedicine, wearable devices, coaching, mindfulness, therapy, meditation and more. Read More »

High Times for the Cannabis Industry: Emerging Trends with a COVID-19 Caveat

With growing legal acceptance of cannabis, marijuana dispensaries are commonplace, CBD is appearing in cocktails and dietary supplements, and hemp may become a popular construction material. Read More »

Honeybees Dodge Parasites with Social Distancing

A study shows that honeybee colonies respond to infestation from harmful mites by varying space and interaction in the hive to increase social distance between the younger and older insects. Read More »

It’s Not the Heat, It’s the Humidity

The amount of vapor in the atmosphere is increasing, absorbing a greater amount of the infrared energy radiated off the planet’s surface than other greenhouse gases, thus trapping more heat. Read More »

Peter Russell on the Healing Power of Letting Go

In Letting Go of Nothing: Relax Your Mind and Discover the Wonder of Your True Nature, author Peter Russell reminds readers what lies at the heart of all spiritual traditions. Read More »

Pet-Pleasing Food Trends: What Dogs and Cats Will Eat This Year

Dog and cat food is becoming ever more humanized with owners increasingly demanding high-quality, sustainably sourced ingredients that are free of questionable byproducts for their pets. Read More »

Plastic is the New Coal

A new report has found that emissions from the plastic industry may be greater than those from coal-fired power plants by 2029. Read More »

Poachers Upsetting Ecological Balance

Researchers and experts are warning that illegal global wildlife trade impacts species, ecosystems and society in unsustainable ways. Read More »

The Electric Vehicle Revolution: Moving Toward an All-EV Future this Year

As global automakers begin switching over to electric vehicles (EVs), technological advances have improved the range, acceleration, fuel costs and purchase price of battery-powered vehicles. Read More »

Try Ear Acupressure for Seasonal Allergies

A study finds that ear acupressure can reduce allergy symptoms more effectively than an antihistamine, conventional medicine, herbs or regular acupuncture. Read More »

Try Lavender and Valerian to Ease Heart Fatigue

People with chronic heart failure often struggle with fatigue, making simple daily tasks difficult, but a new study suggests that lavender and valerian may help. Read More »

Turmeric Golden Milk

Switch up your morning coffee routine with this delicious, healthy recipe for Turmeric Golden Milk. Read More »

Tuskless Elephants Adapting to Poaching Scourge

As a genetic response to intense poaching for ivory, the amount of elephants born without tusks rose from less than one-fifth to nearly 50 percent. Read More »

Use UV Rays and HEPA Filters to Kill COVID-19 Virus

Research finds that ultraviolet (UV) light is effective at killing the COVID-19 virus and high-energy particulate air (HEPA) filters can remove COVID-19 particles from the air. Read More »

Whole-Person Fitness: Current Trends in Wellness Tools

Insiders agree that the idea of fitness is changing, and this means an exciting wave of trackers and apps that personalize wellness and provide support without pressure. Read More »

Why Words Matter

While communicating our words can be effective means of bonding, learning, teaching and healing, they can also be harmful, which is why it is important to remember the power they possess. Read More »

Zen Zone for Kids: Create the Perfect Calm-Down Corner at Home

Creating a calm space in the home for kids to decompress can help children become centered and manage their emotions in a healthy manner. Read More »