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In This Issue: April 2021

April 2021 Digital Magazine

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Keep Your Brain Fit through Play!
Most people focus on exercise for the body – which is one of the key ingredients for us to age in a healthy way. Do you know that we also need to exercise our brains in ways that go beyond crossword puzzles? Read More »
In This Issue: April 2021
Please enjoy our special Sustainable Living Edition! Filled with local resources, information and tips on how to live a healthier life here in North Central New Jersey. Read More »
Scott Gander & Zarina Vitebsky ProTouch Physical Therapy
Sponsored Content With anywhere between 11%-40% of the population suffering from chronic pain, Scott Gander and Zarina Vitebsky of ProTouch Physical Therapy believe choosing the right therapy is just as important as showing up for treatment. Read More »
Top 10 Things We Didn’t Know We Can Recycle
Recycling goes beyond newspapers and plastic bottles—there are many municipal recycling programs and eco-conscious businesses that can recycle just about any household item. Read More »
Meaningful Ways We Can All Help the Environment
Planet Earth is changing. Global warming and climate change place us and our surroundings in an increasingly precarious situation. Read More »
Six Years Later
This April 26 will mark six years since I came closer to death than I wish to recall. On that day in 2015, I was wheeled into the unknown by neurosurgeons as I locked eyes with my two children; not knowing if I would see them again. Read More »
Unlock Your Hidden Beauty in Parsippany
Natalia Schweitzer, owner of Unlock Your Hidden Beauty, has always been passionate about beauty and helping individuals reach their desired look. Read More »
Time to Pre-Order Kwee Jack Wild Alaskan Seafood
The spring pre-order season for sustainably-harvested, wild Alaskan salmon and halibut is underway as Kwee-Jack Fish Company’s crew prepares for the summer harvest in Bristol Bay, Alaska. Read More »
Healing Music Composer Offers Gift of Free Music
“Music from the Tao” was created by Michael Legge, a healing music composer who shares his unique healing music systems in clinical settings including hospitals and hospices, and in private practices. Read More »
Modern Acupuncture, in Florham Park, is “Revolutionizing Health Care”
Sponsored Content With locations in Florham Park and Manhattan, Modern Acupuncture is revolutionizing the way we seek health care, says owner Joan Arata. Read More »
Expanded Ayni Healing Arts Center Grand Opening Celebration
Rev. Denise and Joshua Zoppi are pleased to announce the expansion of Ayni Healing Arts Center to a dual storefront in the heart of Newton. Read More »
Natural Awakenings Looks to the Future with $500 #NextChapter Scholarship
Natural Awakenings is grateful to our dedicated readers, who share our mission to promote healthy living and a healthy planet. Read More »
Planning Your #NextChapter
April reminds me that spring is here and with it new beginnings. With that in mind we are proud to announce our Giving Back, #Next Chapter Scholarship Award Opportunity. Read More »
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Access Expanded for Scientific Papers
An open-access project, called Plan S, recently began requiring that scholarly papers published from the work they fund be made immediately available for public reading at no charge. Read More »
B12 and Prenatal Supplements Gain Official Nod
In updated dietary guidelines, the U.S.D.A. and the Department of Health and Human Services have endorsed the specific use of certain supplements, particularly prenatal vitamins and B12. Read More »
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Breathe Easy: Natural Remedies for Allergy Woes
Holistic, non-pharmaceutical approaches to naturally fighting off seasonal allergies for the 1 in 5 Americans suffering from allergic rhinitis—also known as hay fever. Read More »
Earth Day April 22
Celebrate Earth Day 2021 Virtually
Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, there are still many ways to participate in the 51st anniversary of the global environmental movement known as Earth Day. Read More »
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Climate Change and Our Health: The Human Costs of a Warming Planet
The warming of the planet poses immediate dire consequences for human health. Here are ways to prepare, adapt and mobilize for climate change to build resilient, thriving communities. Read More »
Curcumin supplements for heart health
Consider Curcumin and Nano-Curcumin for Heart Health
Curcumin and nano-curcumin can improve cholesterol, triglyceride and LDL-C levels, boost antioxidant levels, superoxide dismutase and glutathione, and reduce C-reactive protein levels. Read More »
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Create a Nurturing Nest
Home is a harbor of habit, and breaking out of the usual routine can be transformative. Here are some activities to transform living spaces into nurturing sources of inspiration. Read More »
Deforestation in changing climate
Deforestation Alert System Mitigates Climate Change
Global Forest Watch, a free application, uses satellite imaging to detect and alert deforestation activities, a key factor of increasing atmospheric carbon dioxide and climate change. Read More »
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Discarded Safety Gear Used to Build Highways
Researchers have formulated a new road-making material comprised of a mix of shredded single-use face masks and processed building rubble designed to meet civil engineering safety standards. Read More »
Eco-friendly athletes drinking from sustainable, green water bottles after working out
Eco-Athletes: Working Out with the Planet in Mind
Professional and recreational athletes alike are increasingly working out with the planet in mind. Here are some sustainable ways to put eco-fitness into action. Read More »
Family hiking outdoors in the trees exploring nature
Family Time in the Woods
Prominent nature writer Richard Louv offers ways for families and communities to connect to the natural world. Read More »
Pet bird flying
Feathered Friends: The Pros and Cons of Keeping Birds as Pets
What you need to know before considering having a bird as a pet, including the costs to keep them healthy, long-term commitments, the benefits involved and more. Read More »
Woman opening up window to let fresh air into home with plant and air purifier for detoxing
Healthy Home: How to Detoxify a Living Space
Ways to detox our homes by purging them of toxins—gases, inhalants or fumes—in the indoor air, cleaners, kitchenware and water that may be contributing to a harmful environment. Read More »
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Keep Off Junk Foods for Cognitive Wellness
Study finds that individuals who follow the Mediterranean diet are cognitively 5.8 years younger than those who regularly cheat on heathy eating. Read More »
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Make Lifestyle Changes to Ease Reflux
Harvard University researchers have found that gastroesophageal reflux (GERD) symptoms can be reduced by adopting five lifestyle strategies. Read More »
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National Wildlife Refuges are Overwhelmed and Understaffed
The National Wildlife Refuge System is facing crumbling infrastructure, maintenance needs, lack of resources, staffing cuts and chronic underfunding. Read More »
Earth rising sea levels preservation
Nations Band Together to Preserve One-Third of the Planet
More than 50 countries have united as the High Ambition Coalition for Nature and People (HAC 30x30), avowing to preserve 30 percent of the planet’s land and oceans by 2030. Read More »
Kids playing outside in the woods, climbing trees and enjoying nature
Nature to the Rescue: Kids Come Alive Outdoors
Take the entire family exploring outdoors with these fun ideas to get children actively involved with nature in ways that open their senses while also moving their bodies. Read More »
Organic vegetables for sale
Protecting the Organic Marketplace
While demand and activity around organic products is rising, the challenge is to safeguard standards from large corporations that buy up organic brands and try to weaken USDA requirements. Read More »
Nature writer Sheryl DeVore
Sheryl DeVore on Appreciating Nature and Wildlife
Award-winning science, health and nature author Sheryl DeVore discusses being more aware of our outdoor environment and the need to preserve it. Read More »
Woman holding bundle of leafy greens to detox her diet
Spring Cleaning the Body: Simple Ways to Detox Naturally
Shake off the sluggishness of winter and jumpstart new healthy habits by “spring cleaning” the body with these healthy detox and cleanse diet tips. Read More »
Glass of sweet mango smoothie
Sweet Mango Smoothie
Sweet fruit pairs with spinach for an extra dose of fiber, vitamins and super-green-detoxifying antioxidants to make a delicious, healthy version of a mango smoothie. Read More »
Planted tree to combat rising temperatures and climate change
The Benefits of Planting Trees: More Foliage Means Lower Temperatures
The restoration of trees is among the most effective strategies for climate change mitigation. Here are some ways to take action against deforestation and support the planting of trees. Read More »
Bowl of vegetable yum soup
Vegetable Yum Soup
This soup recipe helps provide the body with nutrient- and fiber-rich vegetables in an easy-to-digest format, while the broth helps supply water for detoxification and a sense of satiety. Read More »
In-Print April 2021
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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