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Natural Awakenings Tampa - July 2020

Welcome to our July 2020 Issue


The July issue of Natural Awakenings is here; another reminder of the faithful passage of time. Our magazine is always packed with news of advances in the natural health movement and ways to stimulate the well-being of our Gulf Coast home, our nation and our planet.

Debbey Wilson

 I’m so grateful for the opportunity to bring this publication to our community every month and particularly thankful for the ongoing support of our loyal advertisers and ever-growing readership. Tampa Bay’s natural health community rocks!

This month, award-winning registered dietitian, writer and nationally syndicated radio host Melinda Hemmelgarn offers eye-opening insight in “Gut Talk: Tips for a Healthy Microbiome” (page 34), describing the many vital ways gut microorganisms help control digestion and benefit the immune system and other aspects of health. Good to know!

In “A Sacred Vision for America” (page 32), Natural Awakenings’ senior staff writer Linda Sechrist reports on an interview with Stephen Dinan, founder and CEO of the worldwide Shift Network, elaborating on the network’s commitment to creating a healthy, sustainable, peaceful and prosperous world.

On Saturday, July 4, we again celebrate our nation's Declaration of Independence with such popular holiday favorites as picnics, fireworks and beach excursions. Hopefully, it also inspires reflection on our connectedness and the healthy promise of mutual support for all life on Earth.

As always, with an open heart and mind, please read on.

Debbey
Natural Awakenings Tampa - July 2020
Enjoy Articles from our July Issue. Read More »
Assistance with Personal Transformation
Each individual is the choreographer, the writer and director of their own story and assists in clearing the way for this to occur. Read More »
LifeWorks among Top Medical Clinics in the U.S.
They have been successfully treating patients with a variety of stubborn conditions, including Lyme disease, cancer, thyroid issues and cardiovascular disease. Read More »
Reiki Master Offers Reiki, Meditation, Spiritual Counseling
A guided series of meditations, Reiki or spiritual counseling sessions – each can restore us in the moment and give us tools to bring home to our daily lives. Read More »
Self-Health Renewal Made Affordable
The center comps services to those on SS and disability who need help but can't afford to pay, which at present comprises approximately 20 percent of their clientele. Read More »
St. Petersburg Yoga Introduces Virtual Classes
The center is also offering private one-on-one instruction for individuals and small groups seeking personalized guidance tailored to specific needs. Read More »
Top Performing Probiotics
Vital Flora supports the immune system, helps leaky gut, assists digestion, helps to produce natural antibiotics, protects against viruses and pathogens, reduces inflammation and the list goes on. Read More »
Chlorhexidine Mouthwash
Avoid Chlorhexidine Mouthwash to Reduce Cavity Risk
Chlorhexidine gluconate, a mouthwash commonly prescribed by dentists for gingivitis, actually increases acidic levels in the mouth, leading to an increase in cavity-causing bacteria. Read More »
Strength Stability Exercise Pose
Balancing Act: Exercises for Strength and Stability
Protect yourself from falls and injury with core-strengthening balance training, yoga and tai chi exercises and poses designed to increase agility. Read More »
Cow at Beef Factory Farm
Beyond Factory Farms: ‘Big Meat’ Comes at High Cost
The industrial factory farms that monopolize the livestock industry at great cost to the environment are getting a pushback from people and organizations exploring sustainable options. Read More »
Ayurvedic Bacopa Motivation
Boost Motivation with Ayurvedic Bacopa
Anhedonia—the clinical name for a lack of motivation and inability to feel pleasure in life—can be helped by Bacopa monnieri, also known as Brahmi, an Ayurvedic herb. Read More »
Mother Calming Child's Anxiety
Calming Kids: Ways to Turn Anxiety Around
In these uncertain times, many kids are feeling anxious, but parents can use these straightforward strategies to help lower childhood anxiety. Read More »
Pregnant Woman During Pandemic
COVID Kids: Stress Can Impact Sperm and Future Offspring
Fear and anxiety brought on by major stressors such as the COVID-19 pandemic may have a lasting impact on a man’s sperm composition that could affect future offspring. Read More »
Content Man Feeling Joy
Cultivating Contentment: The Spiritual Discipline of Evoking Joy
Tending to our own happiness begins by seeing joy not as a mood dependent upon circumstances, but as a spiritual discipline like any other. Here are ways to create more joyous moments. Read More »
Dog at Eco-Friendly Green Vet Office
Earth-Friendly Pets: Our Animals Can Go Green, Too
Eco-friendly alternatives pet owners can choose for toys, homeopathic remedies, grooming, food and more for dogs and cats. Read More »
Citrus Weight Loss
Eat More Citrus for a Thinner Waistline
Studies show that eating citrus fruits or their extract can significantly reduce body weight. Read More »
Couple Taking Selfie at Beach
Eco-Friendly Beach Tips: Maximizing Sun and Surf During Crises
It’s more important now than ever to soak up vitamin D to bolster the immune system, but social distancing and other health and environmental precautions need to be practiced at the beach. Read More »
Deforestation Human Diseases
Forest Loss Leads to Spread of Human Disease
Viruses like COVID-19 that jump from animals to people will likely become more common as people continue to transform natural habitats into agricultural land, says a new study. Read More »
Bare Feet on Organic Green Grass Lawn
Greener Green Grass: Why Organic Lawns Make Eco-Sense
The use of synthetic fertilizers and pesticides on lawns damage both the environment and our health. Here are ways to naturally, organically and sustainably grow green grass. Read More »
Gastrointestinal Tract
Gut Talk: Tips for a Healthy Microbiome
Healthy gut bacteria are essential for our metabolic health and immune system. Here are foods and lifestyle tips for developing and preserving gut health. Read More »
Ultraviolet Radiation Skin Inflammation
Healthy Glow: Ultraviolet Radiation Suppresses Skin Inflammation
In research that could help target new treatments for skin cancer, scientists have identified how human skin suppresses inflammation after exposure to ultraviolet radiation (UVR). Read More »
Ear Acupuncture Stroke Recovery
Help Recover from Stroke with Ear Acupuncture
Researchers have found that acupuncture in the ear can help speed rehabilitation of stroke patients. Read More »
Woman Practicing Mindfulness Meditation
Mindfulness and Meditation May Promote Longevity
Mindfulness and meditation techniques have been linked to anti-aging and longevity, as marked by longer telomere length, a biomarker of human aging. Read More »
Nature Outdoors Cognitive
Natural Thinking: Spending Time in Nature Increases Cognitive Performance
Nature may improve cognitive function by improving memory formation and recall, specifically that of short-term or working memory, and goal-oriented or directed attention. Read More »
Grilled Vegetable Kabobs
Outdoor Feasts: Inspired Picnics and Healthy Grills
Whether firing up the backyard grill or having a picnic, these healthy, plant-based recipes are perfect outdoor meal ideas to savor this summer season. Read More »
Berberine Reduces Artery Plaque
Reduce Artery Plaque Risk with Berberine
A new study concludes that berberine, an alkaloid compound found in goldenseal, Oregon grape, barberry and other herbs, can potentially reduce artery plaque. Read More »
Tai Chi Brain Health
Reduce Cognitive Decline with Tai Chi
Research shows that practicing tai chi can improve memory, learning, mental speed and attention, the ability to formulate abstract ideas, mental flexibility and visuospatial perception. Read More »
Stephen Dinan Founder and CEO of The Shift Network
Stephen Dinan on a Sacred Vision for America
Stephen Dinan, founder and CEO of The Shift Network, discusses his new book, Sacred America, Sacred World, and how we can all help to build a new chapter in American history. Read More »
Music Heart Health Medicine
Sweet Serenade: Music as Medicine
Listening to music for 30 minutes a day can lower post-heart attack anxiety and significantly reduce future cardiac risks, reports a new study. Read More »
Turmeric Ginger Black Pepper Osteoarthritis
Try Turmeric, Ginger and Black Pepper for Osteoarthritis
Researchers find a turmeric extract, ginger and black pepper combination works just as well as the anti-inflammatory drug naproxen, Aleve, in patients with chronic knee osteoarthritis. Read More »
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