September 2025 Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties

In This Issue: Radiant Hair, Conscious Care at Salon Aponte; Writing To and From the Gut; Balancing the Gut; Yoga and Gut Health; Healing Grief Through Movement and Mindfulness; Meeting Your Edge in Yoga; Plus Much More...

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Balancing the Gut: Investing in Our Inner Ecosystem

Gut microbes shape digestion, immunity, and mood—but stress, meds, and processed foods can disrupt balance. Small lifestyle shifts help restore this vital inner ecosystem. Read More »

Patrick Hanaway on Healing the Whole Person

Supporting children’s friendships means modeling calm, emotional presence and letting kids navigate social growth with empathy and trust. Read More »

Sweet and Tart: The Joys of Homemade Fruit Shrubs

Fruit shrubs, tangy syrups made from fruit, sugar, and vinegar, offer gut-friendly benefits and a sustainable way to preserve seasonal produce. Read More »

Farro Salad With Apple Spice Shrub

Toasty farro, sweet potatoes, apples, and kale shine under a bright apple spice shrub dressing in this hearty fall-inspired salad. Read More »

Fig Shrub Panzanella

This roasted squash and sourdough panzanella gets a bold upgrade with fig shrub vinaigrette, fresh basil, and creamy mozzarella. Read More »

Wild Rice Side Dish

Pomegranate shrub, pistachios, and wild rice come together in a vibrant, herb-laced salad that’s sweet, tart, and packed with texture. Read More »

A Gentler Grip on the Wheel of Life

Letting go of rigid control can reveal life's spontaneity, much like a dancer trusting muscle memory when the music begins. Read More »

Ocean Harvests: Eco-Friendly Benefits of Seaweed

Seaweed farming improves marine ecosystems, sequesters carbon, and offers sustainable food, fertilizer, and plastic alternatives. Read More »

Gut Restorative Yoga: Poses That Bridge the Gut-Brain Axis

Gentle yoga poses and breathwork can ease digestive issues by activating the parasympathetic system and supporting gut-brain harmony. Read More »

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Oral Health Benefits of Yoga: Surprising Ways To Improve a Smile

Yoga may help prevent gum disease by reducing stress-driven inflammation and supporting posture, breathing, and oral microbiome balance. Read More »

Childhood Friendships: How To Support a Kid’s Social Development

Supporting children’s friendships means modeling calm, emotional presence and letting kids navigate social growth with empathy and trust. Read More »

Guide to Canine Hormonal Balance: Strategies To Overcome Spay-Neuter Syndrome

Early spaying or neutering may disrupt canine hormone health; natural diets, herbs, and glandular support can help restore balance. Read More »

Packing School Lunch With Zero Waste

Zero-waste lunch packing with reusable containers and homemade snacks helps reduce landfill waste and encourages healthier eating habits. Read More »