Letter From the Publishers | August 2020

The sensation of the earth under my feet or a tree at my back, hearing the babble of a brook or the steady rhythm of waves and seeing the sky reliably overhead, provides a sense of security and of being held by something larger than myself. Read More »

August Savings on Pasture-Raised, Non-GMO Meats

Fill your freezer with great food and save money at the same time. You can be assured that the meat from our farm is nutritionally dense and has incredible flavor. Read More »

A Writer’s Oasis on Zoom

Our classes are a safe and welcoming gathering place where we can share ourselves and our ideas without judgment. Read More »

Beware of Infected Tooth Roots

Regular dental checkups with periodic X-rays and periodontal probing will detect developing problems before serious infection occurs. Read More »

Donations and Vendors Needed for Holiday Spiritual & Holistic Bazaar

This is a difficult time for vendors because spring and summer expos have been canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and many vendors rely on their income from those expos to cover the cost of vendor fees for their fall and winter expos Read More »

Environmental Board Members Needed

Applications are also being accepted for a paid, part-time executive director, open to anyone in the state that is faith-based in any tradition, passionate about the environment and a good leader. Read More »

Environmental Educator Nature as Compass, Healer, Provider and Teacher

I think we, as humans, tend to forget just to let things be. Have faith that your journey and the universe will be pleasant to you, and always try not to stress over what you cannot change. Read More »

Large Selection of Locally Grown Hemp Products at The Green Bee

We have something for everyone, including your pets. Read More »

Pennsylvania Small Business Assistance Program Accepting Applications

At least 50 percent of the grants to small businesses will be awarded to Historically Disadvantaged businesses. Read More »

Reiki, Meditation, Chanting and Mentoring with Helene Williams

We have been living through incredibly stressful times; reiki and the meditation practices taught within its system help to promote balance, wellness, self-compassion and healing in body, mind and spirit. Read More »

Restore Energy and Find Balance with Eden Energy Medicine

Energy Medicine works with energy systems within the body to support health and vitality and to bring balance to the body. Read More »

Schwartz Family Dental Moves to Larger Location

By teaching preventive measures and offering the most advanced technology available, they strive to ensure the highest level of comprehensive health, with the main goal of providing quality oral health and reliable, friendly service. Read More »

Temporary Policy for Food Labeling Requirements

This policy is intended to remain in effect only for the duration of the public health emergency related to COVID-19 declared by the HHS. Read More »

Treatment-Free Beekeeping Workshop at Rodale Institute

The daylong workshop will include slideshows, lecture and discussion and demonstrations in the field with live bees. Read More »

Whole-Body Health and Periodontal Disease

Periodontal disease is a long-term, chronic degenerative disease and can be associated with cardiovascular diseases, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis and cancer. Read More »

Avoid Toxic Chemicals to Prevent Celiac Disease

Children and young adults diagnosed with celiac disease have been found with elevated blood levels of toxic chemicals found in pesticides, nonstick cookware and fire retardants. Read More »

Bumblebees Chew Leaves to Hasten Pollen Production

When pollen is scarce, bumblebees use their mouth parts to snip little bits out of plant foliage, causing the plants to bloom at an accelerated rate. Read More »

Daylily and Zucchini Curry with Sweet Potato Shoot

This comforting vegan curry recipe sings with the flavors of summer’s vegetables, herbs and garden scraps. Read More »

Daylily Salad

This strikingly beautiful vegetarian recipe for Daylily Salad marries the sweet crunch of pea pods with crisp orange daylily petals and creamy cheese. Read More »

Dinosaur Bone Ownership Resolved

The Montana Supreme Court has decided that fossils should not be deemed minerals, a ruling that restores ownership to landowners and benefits scientific fossil hunting by paleontologists. Read More »

Dirt Can Help Heal Wounds

A study reports that soil in wounds can activate a blood protein that kicks off a chain reaction which seals the wound and limits blood loss. Read More »

Eat More Fiber for a Longer Life

Research shows that eating dietary fiber from fruits, beans and vegetables protects against death from cardiovascular or respiratory diseases and injuries, as well as cancer in men. Read More »

Eat Spuds for Muscle Protein

Researchers find that potatoes can be a plant-based source of high-quality protein that helps to maintain muscle. Read More »

Eco-Friendly Home-Cooling Tips

Here are some eco-friendly tips to stay cool at home with minimal or zero use of air conditioning, saving costs in electricity bills and strain on the environment. Read More »

Healing Waters: Hot Baths Rejuvenate Body and Mind

How to take advantage of hydrotherapy at home with DIY recipes for herbal, essential oil and other nourishing additives to include in bath water for optimal health benefits. Read More »

How Awe Can Transform Our Lives

Feeling a sense of awe provides many physical, mental and spiritual health and wellness benefits. Here are some ways we can find and elicit more awe-inspiring moments in our daily life. Read More »

Hug a Mate for a Happy Relationship

A study finds that the more a couple shares affectionate hugs, kisses and cuddles, the more satisfied they are in the marriage. Read More »

Increase Focus by Reducing Saturated Fat

Researchers discover that eating a meal heavy in saturated fat can hinder the ability to concentrate and maintain attention. Read More »

Kale Stem Hummus

Plant-based, vegan recipe for homemade hummus using kale stems. Read More »

Mindful Walking: Meditative Steps for Well-Being

Walking or hiking with a meditative focus that fosters focus on each step, known as mindful walking, can combat depression, anxiety and unhealthy food cravings by boosting neurotransmitters. Read More »

More Nuclear Reactors on the Way

The U.S. Department of Energy is spending $230 million this fiscal year to start building two new prototype nuclear reactors as part of an Advanced Reactor Demonstration Program. Read More »

Mustafa Santiago Ali on Healing America Through Social Justice

Mustafa Santiago Ali is dedicated to fighting for environmental justice, public health, resource equity and political empowerment to uplift the most vulnerable communities in America. Read More »

Nature Needs More Space

All over the world, plants and animals are increasingly threatened by human activities and habitat encroachment. Read More »

No-Waste Garden Edibles: Ways to Maximize Your Garden’s Bounty

How to get the most out of the fruits, vegetables and even flowers grown in your garden by discovering the edible parts of common backyard plants and incorporating them into healthy recipes. Read More »

Some Animals Garner Lion’s Share of Conservation Donations

A conservation biologist and an artist designed a menagerie of imaginary beasts to find out which animals people were most willing to support through financial donations. Read More »

Strong and Healthy: Five Ways to Strengthen Kids’ Immunity

It’s critical for parents to help build up their children's natural immunity. From birth onward, here are some proven strategies that strengthen kids’ immune systems. Read More »

The Upside of Lockdowns: Air Gets Cleaner Around the Globe

Despite their dire consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic, government-mandated lockdowns around the world have had an unintended positive consequence: cleaner air. Read More »

Tropical Forests Face Climate Change Risk

Tropical forests remove and absorb carbon from the atmosphere, but as trees stressed by global warming die and release their carbon, their ability to act as reservoirs will diminish. Read More »

Whole-Body Dentistry: Biological Dentists Get to the Root Causes

Biological, holistic dentistry uses preventive measures and minimally invasive approaches to address root causes, providing a less-toxic and safe experience for oral care and overall health. Read More »

Cool Treats for Cats and Dogs

Homemade recipes for DIY dog and cat treats using healthy ingredients to improve digestion, reduce inflammation, strengthen the immune system, protect against cardiovascular disease and more. Read More »