Bacteria Powers Animal Magnetic Sense

Researchers hypothesize that some animals are able to sense the Earth’s magnetic fields due to a symbiotic relationship with magnetotactic bacteria. Read More »

Fecal Transplant Helps Caesarean Babies

Babies born from C-section are deprived of contact with bacteria from the mother’s gut microbiome, but new research finds feeding fecal matter mixed with breast milk builds gut flora. Read More »

Avoid Fluoride to Lower Risk of Behavioral Issues in Children

Two new studies have linked fluoride exposure to ADHD and other behavioral issues in children. Read More »

Vitamin D Important for Reducing Risk of Preeclampsia

Vitamin D can protect against preeclampsia—abnormally high blood pressure during pregnancy—as well as high systolic blood pressure in the children during their early and teen years. Read More »

Try Ashwagandha for Anxiety

When combined with select serotonin reuptake inhibitors, ashwagandha root extract has been shown to help improve anxiety levels. Read More »

Improve Muscle Strength with Schisandra

A new study finds that schisandra chinensis may help increase muscle strength and lower lactate levels in aging populations. Read More »

Some Beaches Can Survive Rising Sea Levels

An international team of coastal scientists from around the world has disproved the theory that half the world’s beaches will become extinct over the course of the 21st century. Read More »

New Fabric Generates Solar Energy

Scientists have developed a material that works like a luminescent solar concentrator for producing energy directly where needed that can be applied to textiles. Read More »

Smiling Makes for More Positive Thoughts

Researchers find that the act of smiling and moving facial muscles can trick our mind into taking a more positive attitude. Read More »

Nitrous Oxide Hastens Global Warming

Rising nitrous oxide (N20) emissions are jeopardizing the climate goals of the Paris Climate Agreement, according to a study. Read More »

Slow Fashion: Mending to Extend the Life of Clothing

Reject the harmful environmental impacts of 'fast fashion' and embrace a more sustainable lifestyle by purchasing high quality garments and mending them to prolong their useful life. Read More »

Questions for Pediatricians

Advice to follow and questions to ask when seeking out a pediatrician to care for the health and well-being of your children. Read More »

Rising Starr Horse Rescue

Rising Starr Horse Rescue recently celebrated the first anniversary of moving to its permanent location in Wilton Read More »

Healing Pets Holistically: Integrative Vets Treat Root Causes

Combining both conventional and holistic medicine, integrative veterinarians get to the root cause of conditions in dogs, cats and other pets. Read More »

Fresh Rituals for a New Year

Here are several New Year’s rituals to help us connect more deeply to our loved ones, to ourselves and to a richer sense of purpose as we embrace the promise of 2021. Read More »

How to Add Your Organization and Events to this new Community website for FREE!

Join our online community so local and national Natural Awakenings readers can learn about your organization and events for FREE! Affordable premium options available. Read More »

December 2020 Letter From Publisher

Season's greetings to all of our Natural Awakenings readers. I am so excited to write my very first publisher's letter and introduce myself more formally to each of you. Read More »

For a Healthy Baby, Take a Multivitamin, Exercise and Ditch the Devices

Studies find that device use can lower sperm quality, daily prenatal multivitamins can reduce the risk of autism, and healthy diet and exercise during pregnancy can protect against obesity. Read More »

Nap Less for Heart Health

For normal nighttime sleepers, taking a midday snooze for more than one hour may hurt cardiovascular health, reports a surprising new study. Read More »

Eat Cruciferous Veggies for Cleaner Blood Vessels

Research finds those that eat more than 45 grams of cruciferous vegetables a day, such as broccoli, Brussels sprouts and cabbage, are less likely to have calcium buildup in the aorta. Read More »