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Eating Right for Our Dosha: An Ayurvedic Perspective

Jun 30, 2021 01:00PM ● By Neha Kaushik

In the ancient healing medicine system of Ayurveda, our body constitution (dosha) is based on the five elements—earth, water, fire, space and air. These elements combine to form three doshas—Vata, Pitta, Kapha—which are present in each person in unique combinations.

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Healthy Food and Beverage Zones Featured at Health Wellness & Lifestyle Expo

Jun 30, 2021 01:00PM

The 10th Annual Health Wellness & Lifestyle Expo 2021, with special thanks to Stamford Health, Exclusive Healthcare Partner, returns to beautiful Harbor Point in Stamford, September 11 and 12, from 11am to 5pm.

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Health practitioner pointing to vegetables in a circle labeled with corresponding vitamins contained in them

Food as Medicine: The Healing Power of Nutrition

Jun 30, 2021 09:30AM ● By Julie Peterson

Well-being is increasingly linked by researchers to a healthy diet, motivating many people and the medical community to take seriously plant-based diets and the role of gut microoganisms.

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Grilled zucchini, green pepper, cherry tomato on a skewer

Sizzling on the Grill: Healthy, Sustainable Summer Fare

Jun 30, 2021 09:30AM ● By Laura Paisley Beck

Delicious, green alternatives to traditional, carbon-emitting grilling methods including chemical-free charcoal, healthy plant-based grilled foods and eco-friendly dinnerware.

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5 Natural Toxin Binders Every Lyme Patient Needs to Know

May 31, 2021 08:00AM ● By Gregg Kirk

Besides treating symptoms and the disease itself, most chronic Lyme patients understand the importance of ridding the body of toxins generated from killing bacteria.

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Marvin Schweitzer & Amy Wiesner

Optimal Body Program for Our Best Health

May 31, 2021 08:00AM ● By Erica Mills

The Optimal Body Program, created and supervised by long-time Naturopathic Physicians Dr. Marvin Schweitzer and Dr. Amy Wiesner, was designed for those who could use more guidance, more intensive health coaching and ongoing support to start and maintain healthy habits in life, while improving physical and emotional health.

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Vegan preparing plant-based food in kitchen to take traveling on-the-go

Vegan Road-Tripping: Travel Tips for Plant-Based Eaters

May 28, 2021 09:30AM ● By Carol Sanders

Ways to enjoy healthy, plant-based eating when traveling with on-the-go vegan food planning and preparation.

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Shungite Water: Make this Beneficial Beverage at Home

Apr 30, 2021 11:00AM ● By Christy Abate

Putting shungite in our drinking water can provide many health and healing benefits. Drinking shungite water can help alleviate headaches, insomnia, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), eczema, asthma and many other conditions.

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Woman holding bundle of leafy greens to detox her diet

Spring Cleaning the Body: Simple Ways to Detox Naturally

Mar 31, 2021 09:30AM ● By April Thompson

Shake off the sluggishness of winter and jumpstart new healthy habits by “spring cleaning” the body with these healthy detox and cleanse diet tips.

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A New Garden Model

Feb 26, 2021 06:00PM ● By Nigel Palmer

The following excerpt is from Nigel Palmer’s new book, The Regenerative Grower’s Guide to Garden Amendments: Using Locally Sourced Materials to Make Minerals and Biological Extracts and Ferments (Chelsea Green Publishing, August 2020) and is reprinted with permission from the publisher.

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Organic Krush Focuses on Organic, Delicious Meals for Family in Westport

Feb 26, 2021 06:00PM

In November, Organic Krush, known as a Lifestyle Eatery, opened its newest location, at 374 Post Road East, in Westport.

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Potted indoor herb garden growing on kitchen counter

Indoor Edible Gardening: Grow Veggies, Sprouts and Microgreens Year-Round

Feb 26, 2021 09:30AM ● By April Thompson

With a little light and creativity, anyone can grow edible plants indoors on a windowsill or kitchen countertop, making fresh herbs, sprouts and greens available year-round.

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Heart healthy meal

Heartfelt Eating: Best Foods for a Heart-Healthy Diet

Jan 29, 2021 09:30AM ● By April Thompson

The basics of heart-healthy eating with plant-based foods to incorporate into diets for reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease.

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Online Events from Twin Star Herbal Education & Community Apothecary

Dec 30, 2020 01:50PM

Twin Star Herbal Education & Community Apothecary, in New Milford, will host several educational online events this month, with many continuing throughout the year.

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Weight loss without dieting

Lose Weight Without Dieting: How to Eat to Feel and Look Your Best

Dec 30, 2020 09:30AM ● By April Thompson

Healthy, effective, long-term eating habits rather than unsustainable diets to help with weight loss and overall well-being.

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Homemade holiday food gift idea

The Gift of Yum: Homemade Treats Spark Holiday Cheer

Nov 27, 2020 09:30AM ● By April Thompson

Edible homemade gift ideas that make for healthy holiday treats to help slow down the shopping frenzy of the season and provide nourishing food to loved ones.

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Giving Thanks for a Healthy Feast: How to Lighten Up Thanksgiving Fare

Oct 30, 2020 09:30AM ● By April Thompson

Thanksgiving might be a smaller affair this year, making it the perfect time to up the side-dish game, embrace healthier options and take advantage of delicious, in-season produce.

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BD Provisions Opening New Milford Location

Oct 29, 2020 10:13AM

Bulk goods supplier BD Provisions currently has two locations in Connecticut— Newtown and Fairfield—and is about to open a third in New Milford later this month.

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Boost Bowls Opens in Newtown

Oct 29, 2020 10:11AM

The popular Boost Bowls recently opened its doors at its new location in Newtown’s Big Y Plaza, at 6 Queen Street, on October 9

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Healthy Breakfast

A Better Breakfast: Healthy Tips and Recipes to Start the Day

Sep 30, 2020 09:30AM ● By April Thompson

Healthy alternatives to the high sugar and carbohydrates found in most traditional breakfast foods, including recipes for oats, toast, muffins and more to start your day off right.

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