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In This Issue: February 2020 Healthy Heart Issue

February Digital Magazine

Love Is The Answer

 Love may be in the air this month—with a big heart stuck in the middle of it—celebrated on Valentine’s Day, but at Natural Awakenings, our editorial team has been focused on all matters of the heart—the one that keeps us alive and well.
Special Incentives to Show Love for the Trails in February
Trail Conference is celebrating Valentine’s Day by asking trail lovers to keep the mountains close to their heart with an exclusive, limited-edition T-shirt. Read More »
Past Life Regression and Hypnotherapy in Succasunna
Cathy Ludwig, licensed psychotherapist, offers Past Life Regression (PLR) Therapy and Hypnotherapy- powerful treatment alternatives that can heal the root causes that keep individuals stuck. Read More »
The Wellness Gala in Whippany
The Wellness Gala is offering free general admission to participants at its spectacular event, held from 1:00 to 6:00 p.m., on March 29, at the Birchwood Manor in Whippany Read More »
Free Introduction to ECK Satsang Spirituality Class
Come learn what ECK Satsang has to offer at a free introductory meeting from 7:30 to 9:00 p.m., on March 12, at the Eckankar Center in Montclair. Read More »
The Trails Lead to Love
This is the story of two couples whose love has a special connection to the trails and nature. Read More »
Tori Valspirit: Inner Truth Hypnotherapy and Meditation Center
Owner Tori Valspirit, CMS-CHt, FIBH, is a clinical hypnotherapist who also practices medical support hypnotherapy. Read More »
Event Spotlight: Year of Metal Rat and Vernal Equinox Workshop
On March 21, from 1 to 5 p.m., philosophy teacher and 25th generation Taoist spiritual healer, Dr. Mei Jin Lu, will combine teachings respecting the vernal equinox and the Year of the Rat. Read More »
Barking Up The Right Tree: The Medicinal Value Of Bark
There are numerous uses of bark for many different ailments and conditions. So how does one get the bark, especially from trees that aren’t grown in the region where they reside? Read More »
Use Pumpkin Seed Oil to Dodge Hypertension
Postmenopausal women are more likely to develop hypertension than men their age, but taking pumpkin seed oil daily may head off that condition. Read More »
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Eat Garlic and Onion for Breast Health
Women eating more onions and garlic reduced their risk of breast cancer by 59 percent compared to those that ate less of these, according to a study in the journal Nutrition and Cancer. Read More »
Rosie's Corner: The Shades of Gratitude
The Shades of Gratitude by Guest Contributor Nicole Zornitzer Read More »
Teen Voices: All You Need is Love
Happy winter to all! February brings us cold weather superimposed with the warmth of Valentine’s Day. Read More »
The Heart of Oneness Holistic Expo Comes to Edison
Get ready to affirm, align and arrive in 2020. Experience an incredible weekend of healing, upliftment and transformation on the weekend of Mach 27-29. Read More »
Love is the Answer
Publisher Joe Dunne share his thoughts about love in this month Central New Jersey issue of Natural Awakenings. Read More »
A Feast for All Seasons: Embracing the Rainbow Year Round
Eating seasonally in winter can be easy with these healthy foods and plant-based, vegan recipes for Mixed Citrus Salad With Mâche, Fennel and Celery and Chard and Squash Salad. Read More »
Choosing Love: How to Cope With Fearful Times
Scarlett Lewis, the mother of a 6-year-old killed during the Sandy Hook tragedy, explains how we can choose love instead of fear in response to the anxiety and suffering in today’s world. Read More »
Clean and Green: Eco-Laundry Tips
By washing clothes using simple ingredients and sustainable practices, consumers can both save money and lower their carbon footprint when doing laundry. Read More »
Clear Thinking: UNESCO Adopts Resolution on Earth Charter
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) reaffirms the importance of the Earth Charter as an ethical framework for sustainable development. Read More »
Climate Check: New Label Verifies Carbon Neutral Products
A new Climate Neutral product label is helping consumers identify brands that practice sustainable processes. Read More »
Consider Vitamins to Reduce Eczema Severity
Study concludes that supplementing with vitamin D3, vitamin E or vitamin B12 cream can reduce symptoms for patients with moderate to severe eczema. Read More »
Disrupting Disposables: The Drive to Banish Single-Use Plastics
Universities, sports arenas, restaurants and other businesses are taking up the call to “disrupt disposables” as part of a global effort to dramatically cut down on single-use plastics. Read More »
Get Nutritional and Antifungal Benefits from Celery
Celery has some of the highest levels of antifungal properties, as well as high levels of nutritional lipids, protein, vitamin C, copper, zinc and phosphorous. Read More »
Good Hearts Start Young: Boosting Kids’ Cardiovascular Health
Many children today are on track to experiencing serious heart and circulatory problems later in life. Here are ways to get kids' cardiovascular health off to a good start. Read More »
Green Horizons: A Billion Trees in Eight Years
Toronto startup Flash Forest is using aerial drones to plant trees 10 times faster than human planters with a goal of 1 billion trees by 2028. Read More »
Healing Joints From Within: The Promise of Regenerative Medicine
Healing and pain relief can be found for those suffering from compromised joint function in the form of prolotherapy and other non-invasive approaches that stimulate the body to heal itself. Read More »
Linda Carroll on Skills That Make Love Last
Author and psychotherapist Linda Carroll explores how to navigate the often-stormy yet utterly predictable seasons of long-term relationships. Read More »
Pain Relief for Pets: Prolotherapy Gives Joints New Life
Any animal with a joint can receive prolotherapy, a regenerative injection therapy, which relieves pain by strengthening ligaments and tendons supporting the joint. Read More »
Practice Qigong Massage to Improve Autism Symptoms in Children
Qigong, a traditional Chinese massage technique and movement practice, may offer hope for children with autism spectrum disorder. Read More »
Sacred Vessels: The Lifeblood of Heart Health
Heart disease, the nation’s number one killer, is largely preventable and reversible by adopting these heart-healthy habits before the body delivers a potentially fatal warning. Read More »
Seal Deal: Fishermen Protect Endangered Sea Mammals
In 1969, there were only 100 South American fur seals and sea lions along the coastline of Lima, but that has increased to more than 8,000 today, thanks to local fishermen. Read More »
Soot Cities: Alaska Battles Air Pollution
Alaska, which has some of the most pristine environments in the U.S., also has some of the worst air quality in its cities. Read More »
Thump Thump: Trees Exhibit ‘Heartbeat’
Scientists have detected a previously unknown periodic movement in trees raising and lowering their branches, similar to the pumping action of a heartbeat. Read More »
Try Mind-Body Options to Reduce Opioid-Treated Pain
Research finds that certain mind-body therapies significantly reduce pain and the use of opioids in people suffering from acute pain. Read More »
Use Probiotics to Reduce Bone Loss and Newborn Infections
Studies show that probiotics can help with bone loss in postmenopausal women as well as gut infections in newborns. Read More »
Use Pumpkin Seed Oil to Dodge Hypertension
Postmenopausal women are more likely to develop hypertension than men their age, but taking pumpkin seed oil daily may head off that condition. Read More »
Vital Steps: The Path to Vascular Fitness
Running, swimming, cycling, and playing tennis are all great boosters of vascular health, but even a simple brisk walk can do wonders for keeping blood vessels clear and flexible. Read More »
Water Win: Fresh H20 Comes to Kenya Town
A drought-plagued Kenyan region is using a new, solar-powered, desalination plant from the international nonprofit GivePower to obtain clean water. Read More »
In-Print
5 Top Tips to Finding Your Next Doctor

1 Keep an Open Mind! Healthcare has come a long way. Today, you have access to practitioners that branch outside of traditional medicine and aim to identify the root causes of conditions while using alternative treatments that may help you get the relief you need. Just because it’s not a pill, doesn’t make it pseudoscience.

2 Build Your Health Care Team. There is no one doctor that can be the be-all-end-all for your health needs. Be sure to have a team of practitioners with different “lenses” and areas of expertise who will treat the root cause and not just the symptom(s).

3   Environment Influences Healing. Health is multi-factorial. Your mental and emotional environment plays a pivotal role in your healing potential. Your doctors and their staff should create an office atmosphere filled with positivity so you can get the most out of your care.

4 Your Story Matters.  Before you begin any treatment, be sure to have a comprehensive consultation to discuss your health concerns. Find practitioners who welcome questions and will take the time to listen and treat you with respect.

5 Report of Findings. When it comes to our health, we often make decisions without understanding the risk versus benefits. Knowledge is an important part of the healing process and is essential to make conscious, informed health decisions. Find practitioners who take the time to explain their exam findings and the recommendations for treatment in ways that make sense to you.

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