June 2023 Natural Awakenings New Haven & Middlesex Counties

IN THIS ISSUE: Stone Gardens Transforms Store into Community Farm Market, Accelerating Grassroots Sustainability in Connecticut: Nonprofit is Powering Dynamic Local Change, Dr. Mark Hyman on Living Healthy to 100 and Beyond, Straighten Up and Feel Right: Tips for Good Posture and a Healthy Spine, Leaps and Bounds: Keeping Canine Jumpers Injury-Free, Converting Food to Energy: Learning How Metabolism Works, Barefoot Blessings: Basking in the Soul of Summer, Keeping Eyes Sharp: A Holistic Approach to Vision Health, Socially Conscious Investing: How to Choose Sustainable Stocks and Mutual Funds, and more.

Artificial Intelligence That Can See With the Mind’s Eye

A team of researchers from the National University of Singapore, the Chinese University of Hong Kong and Stanford University are using artificial intelligence (AI) to decode human brain scans and determine what a person is picturing in their mind. Read More »

Arugula Salad With Mango Dressing

Conscious Eating Recipe. A metabolic healthy side dish perfect for a summer gathering. Read More »

Chicken Curry

Conscious eating recipe. A healthy metabolic meal packed with spices and proteins. Read More »

Conscious Fatherhood

Conscious Fatherhood: Building a Better Family

Fathers need to understand what matters most to them and then dedicate their time, money and energy in alignment with those priorities. Read More »

Converting Food to Energy

Converting Food to Energy: Learning How Metabolism Works

Metabolism is the process by which the foods and drinks we consume are converted into energy. We may not notice the cellular mechanisms that transform fat and glucose into the oomph in our step, but when they start to wane, we definitely know something is wrong. Read More »

Dramatic Drop in Arctic Ice Levels

Dramatic Drop in Arctic Ice Levels

New research published in the journal Nature has found dramatic changes in the composition of sea ice in the Arctic Ocean since 2007 caused by climate change. Read More »

Greener Grilling

The aroma of tasty treats sizzling on an outdoor grill evokes memories of laughter among family and friends, picnic tables brimming with colorful foods and the joy of running barefoot in the grass. Read More »

Herbs and Spices Promote Gut Health

Herbs and Spices Promote Gut Health

A 2022 research study published in The Journal of Nutrition suggests that herbs and spices may be unsung heroes in the quest for gut health. Read More »

Keeping Eyes Sharp: A Holistic Approach to Vision Health

While regular eye exams are important, preventative and proactive maintenance is key to achieving healthy vision. Read More »

Leaps and Bounds: Keeping Canine Jumpers Injury-Free

Like humans, dogs can sustain injuries, including soft tissue trauma, such as cuts and bruises; back injuries or slipped vertebral discs; sprains; and broken legs. Read More »

Low Vitamin D Linked to Risk of Death

A new study published in Annals of Internal Medicine determined that vitamin D deficiency increases mortality risk. Read More »

Dr. Mark Hayman

Mark Hyman on Living Healthy to 100 and Beyond

Mark Hyman is a practicing family physician and an internationally recognized leader, bestselling author, speaker, educator and advocate in the field of functional medicine. Read More »

Microplastics Released by Tea Bags

Most mesh tea bags are made of 20 to 30 percent plastic, which can release microplastics and nanoplastics, causing harmful effects for both human health and the environment. Read More »

Nem Lui Hue [Lemongrass Skewers With Pork or Chicken]

Conscious Eating recipe. A metabolically healthy meal packed with plants and protein. Read More »

Straighten Up and Feel Right: Tips for Good Posture and a Healthy Spine

Healthy postures encourage proper alignment of body structures, while unhealthy postures can lead to a host of issues, including muscle and joint pain, balance impairment and decreased mobility. Read More »

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