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Natural Awakenings Milwaukee Magazine

November 2022

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Fruit and Vitamin B6 May Relieve Anxiety and Depression

Oct 31, 2022 08:30AM

Studies find that consuming fruit and vitamin B6 can help depression and anxiety levels.

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Different Fibers Produce Different Results

Oct 31, 2022 08:30AM

New research indicates that not all fibers are equal in their effect on different species of probiotics in the intestines.

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Mislabeling Found in Some Immunity Supplements

Oct 31, 2022 08:30AM

Researchers tested 30 top immunity supplements and found that only 13 contained the exact ingredients listed on their labels.

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Stretching and Balance Exercises Can Avert Mental Decline

Oct 31, 2022 08:30AM

To protect against memory loss, simple stretching and balance exercises work as well as hard-driving aerobics, concludes a new study.

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Longevity Diet Involves Fasting, Too

Oct 31, 2022 08:30AM

What research finds the optimal longevity diet to include as far as foods and timing of meals.

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Google Downplays Flight Emissions

Oct 31, 2022 08:30AM

Google has taken a key driver of global warming out of the carbon calculator embedded in the company’s Google Flights search tool, making journeys appear less impactful on the environment.

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Plastic Recycling Hoax Revealed

Oct 31, 2022 08:30AM

20 states have passed bills to exempt chemical recycling facilities from waste management requirements, despite evidence that most facilities actually incinerate the plastic they receive.

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Concrete Made with Rubber Refuse

Oct 31, 2022 08:30AM

Scientists have produced good-quality concrete in which all of the aggregate has been replaced with tire particles.

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Urban Crops Can Have Higher Yields Than Conventional Farming

Oct 31, 2022 08:30AM

A new study shows that urban gardens and hydroponics can thrive and may exceed the yields of rural farms.

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One-Sixth of U.S. Tree Species Could Go Extinct

Oct 31, 2022 08:30AM

Facing threats from invasive pests, climate change and habitat loss, up to 135 tree species—about one-sixth of those found in the continental U.S.—could be lost forever.

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Cool Pavement Program

Oct 31, 2022 08:30AM

Applied on top of existing asphalt pavement, cool pavement road treatment reflects heat, which is especially needed in heat island areas.

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Staying Serene in Turbulent Times: How to Turn Anxiety into Positive Action

Oct 31, 2022 08:30AM ● By Ronica O’Hara

Our collective anxiety levels are at an all-time high. These strategies from mental health experts can help us to move from anxiety into effective action.

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12 Quick Fixes for Anxiety: Simple Strategies for Mental Well-Being

Oct 31, 2022 08:30AM ● By Ronica O’Hara

Useful anti-anxiety strategies from mental health professionals to help ease us through anxious moments.

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Skiing for Fitness and Pure Fun: Tips for Enjoying Alpine and Nordic Styles

Oct 31, 2022 08:30AM ● By Randy Kambic

Whether it’s the thrill of alpine skiing downhill or the serene pleasure of Nordic cross-country skiing, strapping on skis makes winter more enjoyable.

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Eco-Skiing: Planet-Friendly Ways to Hit the Slopes

Oct 31, 2022 08:30AM

Many alpine ski resorts are going green, enabling enthusiasts to reduce their impact on the planet while enjoying the winter sport. Here’s some eco-information, as well as money-saving tips.

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Gratitude is Good Medicine

Oct 31, 2022 08:30AM ● By Madiha Saeed

Practicing gratitude daily can lower inflammatory markers, influence epigenetics, improve the immune system and even help the heart, adding years to life.

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Rachel Jones on Grief in the Healthcare Front Lines

Oct 31, 2022 08:30AM ● By Sandra Yeyati

In her book, Grief on the Front Lines: Reckoning with Trauma, Grief and Humanity in Modern Medicine, Rachel Jones examines the emotional challenges that healthcare workers face.

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Making Forever Chemicals Go Away: Manmade Compounds Pose Lasting Threat to Our Health

Oct 31, 2022 08:30AM ● By Sheryl DeVore

Although some man-made per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), known as forever chemicals, are being phased out, there’s still much to worry about.

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The Gut-Brain Connection: How Food Affects Our Mood

Oct 31, 2022 08:30AM ● By Kimberly B. Whittle

Exploring the gut-brain axis and the role that microorganisms in the gut play in mental health conditions like anxiety, stress, depression and other disorders.

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Quinoa and Beetroot Salad with a Hint of Mint

Oct 31, 2022 08:30AM ● By Ishi Khosla

This recipe for quinoa salad topped with beetroot and mint makes for a healthy, mood-boosting meal.

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