Natural Awakenings Tampa ~ May 2022 Welcome to our May 2022 Issue Letter from Publisher There is so much to be said in this month of May’s special issue on the feminine and the divine trait and gift of love for constructive nurturing, including one’s self. Read More » Returning to The Garden Of Meditation There is a place where the fruits and flowers, the peace and happiness of meditation, are to be found. Call it The Garden of Meditation. Read More » 2022 Herb Day St. Pete Enjoy lectures by local herbal experts, free samples, raffles, music and more. Read More » Regain a Spring in Your Step this Season Bonnie Kissam’s unique understanding of Moshe Feldenkrais’s wisdom in neuroplasticity assists her in changing your patterns for walking with the simple actions of sitting and lying on the floor. Read More » Spreading the Good Word with Stickers Increase your light quotient daily; let that Love shine forth into the world of form, healing, making the best of it rather than the worst of it. Read More » Stem Cells, PRP Injections & Enbrel Young Foundational Health Center (YFHC) is offering a free seminar on stem cells, platelet rich plasma injections and the use of Enbrel, at 5:30 p.m., on May 25, in Largo and online. Read More » Try Thai Foot Massage Using hands-on massage with warm, moist heat and light rubbing, this method is ideal for tired feet, improving circulation and lymph movement and increasing flexibility. Read More » UniverSoulLight Consulting Personalized Astrology Reports are now available at UniverSoulLight.com. Read More » UPHI’s Patricia Scott New President of HEA Scott brings over thirty years of experience to this position and has distinguished herself in the field of Medical Hypnotherapy by creating the first specialty certification program approved through the International Medical & Dental Hypnotherapy Association. Read More » Avoid Living Near a Fracking Facility Those living within one kilometer of one of the country’s 100,000 hydraulic fracturing (fracking) facilities face a higher risk of heart problems, cancer and respiratory disease. Read More » Deep Talking: Deepening the Dialogue When the going gets tough in a blended family, an Oprah Winfrey-endorsed dialogue technique known as Imago Therapy can help transform animosity into harmony. Read More » DIY Salt Scrub with Himalayan Salt and Essential Oils A sea salt scrub is an easy and inexpensive way to maintain a glowing complexion. Here is a recipe using Himalayan salt that can combine various essential oils. Read More » Easy Container Gardening: How to Grow Edibles in Pots and Planters Growing vegetables, flowers and herbs in pots can be cost-effective, inspiring and tailored for any urban balcony or country patio. Read More » Eat Prunes and Anti-Inflammatory Food to Reduce Bone Loss and Fragility Research has found that prunes can help counter the bone loss linked to fragility in postmenopausal women. Read More » Fending Off Fibroids: Natural Approaches Offer Relief Natural treatments that can minimize symptoms of fibroids and for some, ward off the need for invasive surgery. Read More » Healthy Breakfast Salad Start the day out right with this filling breakfast salad recipe, loaded with veggies, eggs and bacon. Read More » Intermittent Fasting Basics: How to Improve Health by Eating Less Often By strategically fasting for hours to days, we can eat a wide range of healthy foods while improving our metabolic health, cholesterol markers and insulin levels. Read More » Jeffrey Bland on Rejuvenating Our Immune System Known worldwide as the founder of functional medicine, Jeffrey Bland's latest project is Big Bold Health, a company designed to transform the way people think about the immune system. Read More » Mediterranean Chicken Farro Bowls This healthy, flavorful recipe for Mediterranean Chicken Farro Bowls is packed with protein to keep us satisfied for hours. Read More » Methane Emissions Grossly Underreported A recent report found that methane leak emissions from the oil, gas and coal industries are 70 percent higher than official government estimates globally. Read More » More Bad News for Bumblebees A study indicates that streptomycin, an antibiotic sprayed on orchard crops to combat bacterial diseases, slows the cognition of bumblebees and reduces their foraging efficiency. Read More » Mothering the World Tending to what we love can yield great things, but we must not forget our own needs. Read More » Pharmaceutical Pollution is Out of Control A new study has determined that pharmaceutical drugs polluting the world’s rivers pose “a global threat to environmental and human health.” Read More » Pot Gardening Tips from the Pros Advice from experts on growing vegetables, fruits and other plants in containers including types of pots and fertilizers to use, best times to plant and more. Read More » Resilient Mothering: How Moms Are Forging Ahead in a Changing World How mothers are adapting to life as a parent, employee, partner and friend, while still finding time to practice self-care during the pandemic. Read More » Saving Birds from Cats: Simple Strategies to Protect Feathered Friends Domestic felines are the number one human-caused threat to birds in the U.S., but new studies suggest ways to let a cat enjoy the outdoors without endangering winged species. Read More » Self-Care for Stressed-Out Moms Here are some practical ways busy moms can incorporate their overall wellness into a daily routine. Read More » Staying Hydrated: It’s Not Just About Drinking Water Maintaining proper hydration is one of the most important measures we can take to benefit our health. Read More » Strategies to Stave Off Fibroids Experts weigh in on holistic methods for preventing fibroids. Read More » Take Vitamin D to Protect from Autoimmune Disorders and COVID-19 Severity Vitamin D can significantly reduce the risk of incurring autoimmune disorders (AD) and may also protect against COVID-19 severity. Read More » The Blended Family: Tips for Creating a Successful Stepfamily Therapists and blended-family veterans offer advice for healthy relationships in stepfamilies. Read More » Trouble in Solar Paradise Pahrump, Nevada residents are upset that San Francisco-based Candela Renewables wants to build a large-scale solar field across approximately 2,300 acres. Read More » Try Tai Chi to Boost Neurological Health Tai chi has been shown to improve balance, reduce falls and enhance the quality of life for people with neurological challenges such as strokes, Parkinson’s disease and multiple sclerosis. Read More » Western Megadrought Surge Continues A megadrought is a dry spell that lasts for more than 20 years, and the Southwestern U.S. endured the worst occurrence since at least 800 A.D. in the period from 2000 to 2021. Read More » Wind Energy Goes Airborne The use of huge, specialized kites at an altitude of up to a half-mile, where wind currents are the strongest, are helping to harness wind energy. Read More » Harness Your Body's Health with PolarAid When applied to the body, the PolarAid disc redirects the energy to replenish the body’s [energy] flow, enhancing its capacities to heal naturally. Read More » In-Print Mens Health Womens Health Childrens Health Pet Health Healthy Tampa Healthy pets kids health