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Natural Awakenings Lancaster/Berks February 2021

Jan 29, 2021 09:55AM ● By Kyle Hass

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Earthbound Artisan’s monthly installment for February invites us to focus on the beauty of dormancy. To the untrained eye, the winter season can look boring, dead and stripped of life. But to a nature lover, the winter landscape is rich with possibility, home to a still and quiet kind of dormancy with a beauty all its own.
 
Green Living
 
Green Weddings                                                        
Environmentally conscious couples are finding creative ways to say “I do” to the planet as well as each other. Green twists on old traditions can include sending invitations by email or on biodegradable paper, choosing a scenic outdoor setting, decorating with wildflowers or silk blooms and eating vegan meals on bamboo disposable plates. Caterers can also pitch in by repurposing used vegetable oil, recycling when possible, using non-toxic detergents and making donations for carbon offsets. A sidebar on green engagement rings such as family heirlooms and lab-generated stones is also included.
Letter From the Publishers | February 2021
We’ve come through a tough year—at times stressful—with myriad decisions on how we care for and relate to others, including those with different ideas or actions than our own. Read More »
Nature Observation Through the Seasons February: The Beauty of Dormancy
Each month in these articles, we’ll include a few nature awareness and observation prompts to help us tune into the season and the environment around us. These could include thoughts and ideas to look up and research, things to notice in the natural world according to the seasons, tips and methods for encouraging biodiversity and healthy local ecosystems and environmental factors, species and locales to observe. Read More »
Ampersand Integrative
Ampersand Integrative, located in Wyomissing, is a premier integrative wellness center offering a variety of services from a collective of practitioners that specialize in client-led, customized whole body and mind wellness planning. Read More »
Berks County Community Foundation Now Accepting Scholarship Applications
Since its inception in 1994, the Community Foundation has awarded more than $10 million in scholarships to local students. In 2020, 260 Berks County students received more than $600,000 from the Community Foundation to help them with the next phase of their education. Read More »
Cure Pennsylvania Medical Marijuana Dispensary
Cure Pennsylvania Dispensary carries a range of medical marijuana products including tinctures, topical lotions and capsules, as well as vape methods, extracts and whole flower. Read More »
East West Functional Training Balances Mind, Body and Spirit
Balancing the mind, body and spirit and getting to the root cause, along with taking into consideration food sensitivities, genetics and microbiome, all assist individuals on the journey to wellness. Read More »
Gardner’s Mattress & More Launches CBD Program
Gardner's Mattress & More has launched a new cannabidiol (CBD) program, complete with a proprietary salve called Happy NiteZzz, a full-spectrum CBD salve infused with lavender. Read More »
Local Hypnotherapist Helps Clients Realize that Success Begins Within
John Stewart assists clients desiring to lose weight, stop smoking, eliminate unwanted behaviors or those seeking relief from stress and anxiety. Bypassing the critical thinking of the conscious mind and suggesting new ideas to the subconscious mind can break negative thinking cycles. Read More »
Move from Anxiety to Calm with Lisa Lorah
Lorah teaches clients the reasons why they are experiencing anxiety and how to reduce and manage it. Clients learn to shift from anxiety to calm in order to experience more joy and happiness. Read More »
New Location for DayStar Natural
Rachel J. DiScala, board certified doctor of natural medicine, uses an all-natural approach to evaluate the body and promote improved health and continued wellness. Read More »
PawTree Pet Food is Sourced and Made in the USA
PawTree food and supplements offer quality whole nutrition with easy absorption to best benefit pets. Treats and toys to help with training and bonding are also available. Read More »
Sue Tushingham Offers Holistic Counseling Approach
Tushingham’s specialty areas include anxiety and stress-reduction, improving self-esteem, healing trauma and overcoming dysfunctional family issues. Read More »
The Relationship Between Foundational Health and Infertility
Dr. Thomas Heath of Heath Wellness Center offers functionally integrative wellness techniques, including advanced technologies to reduce stress, nutritional testing and counseling, applied kinesiology, chiropractic care and more. In looking for the root cause of disease or dysfunction, Heath has helped many couples dealing with infertility issues. Read More »
Virtual Mindfulness & Grief Series Begins in March
Marygrace Lomboy, CRNP, will provide several forms of mindfulness to practice each week and help participants connect mindfulness tools to common grief reactions. Read More »
West End Yoga Studio Offers Weekly Virtual Connection Circle
The connection circle is designed to be a space where a small group can work together with professional therapists to discuss a wide range of topics, with a goal of supporting individual growth, dealing with difficult emotions or feelings and fostering a safe and affordable place for connection. Read More »
Writing Classes to Support the Whole Writer
“Write From the Heart isn’t just about writing,” Greene says. “It’s also a lesson in staying present, and how to pay close attention to what is right in front of our eyes. It’s a great tool for staying mindful during these distracted times.” Read More »
Yoga ~ A Multifaceted Approach for a Healthy Heart
As yoga students more effectively manage anxiety through deep breathing and other techniques, cortisol and adrenaline levels tend to decrease Read More »
Yoni Steaming An Ancient Practice Supports Modern Reproductive Health and Emotional Well-being
Ashley Smoker, owner of Nature’s Intuition located in Lancaster, believes in creating space for clients so that they can take an active part in their own healing journeys. Read More »
Heart-minded living
Becoming Heart-Minded
Meditation teacher Sarah Blondin explains how drawing our attention inward and focusing on our heart center can help us become more kind, calm, loving, accepting, inspired and creative. Read More »
Rabbit for small pet
Big Love From Small Animals: The Joy of Furry Little Companions
Smaller pets, such as hamsters, gerbils, rats, mice or guinea pigs, can be the furry friend that a family may long for without the long-term commitment and higher care costs of a dog or cat. Read More »
Blueberry pumpkin seed yogurt bark recipe
Blueberry and Pumpkin Seed Yogurt Bark
This frozen yogurt bark recipe can be an easy breakfast alternative that balances high-quality protein, dietary fiber and heart-healthy fats. Read More »
Child playing in natural environment to enhance immune system
Childhood Immunity Enhanced by Natural Environment
Research finds that switching a child’s playground from gravel to natural forest floor could foster a better immune system by exposing them to a greater variety of skin and gut bacteria. Read More »
Hurricane impacting climate change
Climate Change Makes Hurricane Destruction Worse
Research suggests hurricanes will remain stronger and persist longer after making landfall, causing greater and more widespread destruction, because of ocean waters heated by climate change. Read More »
Melatonin sleep aid for COVID
Consider Melatonin to Lower COVID-19 Risk
Melatonin, a hormonal sleep aid, appears to reduce the risk of contracting COVID-19 by 30 percent, report researchers from the Cleveland Clinic. Read More »
Evacuation route for weather disaster
Disaster Fatigue Influences Decisions
Extreme levels of stress from wildfires, hurricanes, floods and the pandemic can induce “disaster fatigue”, a form of emotional exhaustion that may reshape how people make choices. Read More »
Eco-friendly, green, sustainable engagement rings
Earth-Friendly Engagement Rings
From conflict-free or ethical diamonds to inherited pieces or alternative gems, here are green, sustainable and meaningful jewelry for engagement rings. Read More »
Chili peppers for longevity
Eat Chili Peppers to Live Longer
Regular consumption of chili peppers can reduce the risk of dying from cardiovascular disease by 26 percent and from cancer by 23 percent, suggests a review of thousands of studies. Read More »
Methane emissions
Europe Tightens Methane Emission Monitoring, But U.S. Does Not
62 oil and gas companies acting as the Climate and Clean Air Coalition’s Oil and Gas Methane Partnership have adopted framework to report methane emissions, but none of them are in the U.S. Read More »
Amalgam-free tooth fillings
Government Updates Risks of Amalgam Fillings
In updated guidelines, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is warning that dental amalgam fillings may cause health problems for some high-risk groups because of mercury vapor leaks. Read More »
Yoga exercises to lower high blood pressure
Halting Hypertension: Exercises to Lower High Blood Pressure
Fortifying healthy lifestyle changes with aerobic exercise, yoga and high-intensity interval training (HIIT) can help prevent and manage high blood pressure readings. Read More »
Heart healthy meal
Heartfelt Eating: Best Foods for a Heart-Healthy Diet
The basics of heart-healthy eating with plant-based foods to incorporate into diets for reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease. Read More »
Lentil, raisin, pecan-stuffed acorn squash recipe
Lentil, Raisin and Pecan-Stuffed Acorn Squash
With lean proteins from the lentils, complex carbohydrates from the squash and heart-healthy fats from the pecans, this well-balanced vegan recipe is nourishing and delicious. Read More »
Natural heart health
Live a Heart-Healthy Lifestyle: Integrative Cardiologists on Preventing Heart Disease
Research shows that simple lifestyle changes can prevent 80 percent of cardiovascular disease deaths through diet, exercise and other holistic prevention options to improve heart health. Read More »
Low carbon cement
Low-Carbon Cement Offsets Climate Change
The manufacture of cement creates up to 8 percent of the total global carbon dioxide generated by humans, but a variety of approaches are being explored to lower these worrisome emissions. Read More »
Filling water from tap to avoid microplastic particles
Plastic Particles Ingested in Food and Water
Researchers estimate people that drink bottled water ingest an additional 90,000 microplastic particles annually compared to 4,000 microplastics for those that drink only tap water. Read More »
Quinoa, Edamame and Carrot Salad with Ginger-Sesame Dressing recipe
Quinoa, Edamame and Carrot Salad with Ginger-Sesame Dressing
Edamame’s flavors pair well with quinoa, crunchy cabbage and carrot slaw, and combine seamlessly with the spicy, toasty notes of the ginger-sesame dressing in this heart-healthy recipe. Read More »
Eco-friendly couple marrying at a green, sustainable wedding
Saying ‘I Do’ to the Planet: Green Weddings Embrace Sustainability
Ways to green up your wedding through eco-friendly, sustainable invitations, venues, flowers, vegan food, favors and other planning details. Read More »
Shefali Tsabary
Shefali Tsabary on Conscious Relationships
Clinical psychologist, international keynote speaker and bestselling author, Shefali Tsabary, Ph.D., discusses conscious relationships, intimacy, romance and love. Read More »
Taking shoes off outside of house
Shoes Off! Keep Germs Outside
Prevent the spread of germs, including viruses and bacteria, from entering the home via shoes with these helpful tips. Read More »
Couple consciously dating after meeting online
Special Valentine’s Offer from NaturalAwakeningsSingles.com
NaturalAwakeningsSingles.com is having a sale to help singles connect with like-minded individuals looking for loving relationships online through the conscious dating website. Read More »
Propolis for respiratory tract infections
Take Propolis and Vitamins A, E and D for Respiratory Tract Infections
Studies find that propolis and vitamins A, E and D help to reduce symptoms and durations of upper respiratory tract infections. Read More »
Using mindfulness meditation practice to create inner peace
Tools for Inner Peace: Exploring Mindfulness and Meditation
Mindfulness, which puts us into the moment, and meditation, which accesses deeper levels of consciousness, offer science-backed benefits for body and psyche, helping us achieve inner peace. Read More »
Glass baby bottle
Use Glass Baby Bottles to Avoid Microplastic Particles
Polypropylene baby bottles­—which comprise 82 percent of the global baby bottle market—release an “extraordinary” number of microplastic particles, reports a new study. Read More »
Tricks to get kids to eat more vegetables
Veggie Tricks: How to Get Kids to Eat Better
Parenting bloggers and nutritionists share effective ways to get even the pickiest of children to eat more vegetables. Read More »
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