June 2023 Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties

In this issue: Nutritional and Medical Approaches for Tackling Long-COVID; Socially Conscious Investing: How to Choose Sustainable Stocks and Mutual Funds; The Resurgence of the Divine Masculine; Conscious Fatherhood: Building a Better Family; What Every Man Wants: Sexual Vitality at Every Age; Tapping Into the Masculine Voice; Converting Food to Energy: Learning How Metabolism Works; Plus Much More...

June 2023 Letter From Publisher

With this month’s theme of Men’s Health, Natural Awakenings takes a holistic approach—from the metaphysical to the nutritional and everything in between. Read More »

Announcing Clarity Coaching to Ease Decision-Making Stress

Channeling Your Wisdom Coaching now offers Clarity Coaching to ease decision-making stress. Read More »

Create a Healthy Meditation Practice with the TLC Meditation Challenge

Beth Leas at Tribe TLC is offering a Virtual TLC Meditation 28-Day Challenge beginning on June 1 Read More »

Harness Your Energy as a Superpower with Aspire, LLC

We are all energetic beings. It is empowering to understand our energy and how to use it so it serves us best. Read More »

New and Returning Sponsors of 12th Annual Health Wellness and Lifestyle Expo

The 12th Annual Health Wellness & Lifestyle Expo 2023, with special thanks to Stamford Health, Exclusive Healthcare Partner, will be returning to beautiful Harbor Point at the boardwalk along the waterfront on September 9, from 10am to 6pm, in Stamford. Read More »

Robert Kachko, Veena Verma-Dzik and Paul Epstein

Personalized Care at Connecticut Center for Integrative Medicine

A truly integrative medical center, Connecticut Center for Integrative Medicine (CTCIM) is led by a team of naturopathic physicians including Dr. Robert Kachko, Dr. Veena Verma-Dzik and Dr. Paul Epstein. Read More »

Turning Point Healing Arts is Expanding

Turning Point Healing Arts & Education Center is pleased to welcome three new practitioners to the Ridgefield center. Read More »

Nutritional and Medical Approaches for Tackling Long-COVID

If the global disease burden of COVID-19 wasn’t bad enough, now, the world is facing yet another, and potentially more serious epidemic called Long-COVID (LC). Read More »

Tapping Into the Masculine Voice

In today’s world, gender is a topic of constant debate and conversation. Read More »

The Resurgence of the Divine Masculine

What is the Divine masculine? We have heard so much about the Divine feminine, but the Divine masculine has been a bit marginalized. Read 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 »

Barefoot Blessings

Barefoot Blessings: Basking in the Soul of Summer

As birds and humans go about their inspired tasks, bees and butterflies dive into their own nectarous agenda. There is no arguing that we all wake up feeling a little bit younger as the days burn longer. 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 »

Daily Intense Activity Prolongs Life

Daily Intense Activity Prolongs Life

A new study in the journal Nature Medicine suggests that short bursts of intense movement are associated with a lower risk of premature death. 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 »

Water Consumption Requirements

New Insights on Water Consumption Requirements

We have been conditioned to believe that eight glasses of water are required each day, but new research published in Science found that daily water needs vary based on numerous factors. Read More »

Open Letter to Pause AI Experiments

Open Letter to Pause AI Experiments

A group of leading technology executives, researchers, academics and others from around the world have signed an open letter prepared by the Future of Life Institute calling for a six-month pause on large, human-competitive artificial intelligence experiments. Read More »

Rise in Children With Autism

In March, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) released updated statistics on the rate of children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), which has been steadily on the rise. Read More »

Screen time bad for children

Smartphones Make Poor Babysitters

Parents are busy people, often juggling multiple commitments. Add a toddler meltdown to the mix, and it is easy to understand why parents may reach for a tablet, smartphone or other screen to calm and occupy the child. Read More »

Socially Conscious Investing

Socially Conscious Investing: How to Choose Sustainable Stocks and Mutual Funds

When choosing stocks and mutual funds, a growing number of investors don’t just want to get a good return on their investment, they also seek to support corporations that spread kindness, protect (or do not pollute) the environment and support women, minorities and LGBTQ+ people. 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 »

Sexual Vitality At Any Age

What Every Man Wants: Sexual Vitality at Every Age

Male sexual function is better understood medically than ever before, and it is more common for men to talk with their doctors and other professionals about topics that seemed taboo not that long ago. Read More »