Natural Awakenings Space & Treasure Coast Florida - March 2021 Regenerative Farming, Countertop Gardening, Advice from Local Nutrition Experts and our 2021 Farmers Market Guide inside. Microgreens: The Secret to my Green Thumb My experience with farming is quite limited. When I was young, my parents helped me and my siblings start a backyard garden. We grew tomatoes, watermelon, carrots, radishes and whatever else we picked from the seed packet display. Read More » Digging Into Organic Farming: Articles & Podcasts Hear from local farmers on organic farming including: Shadowood Farms in Palm City and Florida Fields to Forks in Malabar. Read More » Farmers Market Guide Explore the best of our local farmers markets for fresh produce, local honey and specialty items. Find a market near you. Read More » The Complexities of Food and Nutrition ‘Diet’ is simply the food that is eaten, but the word has taken on a whole new meaning with fads and programs that claim to help with everything from aging to weight. For those who have health issues, however, specific eating plans may be needed. Read More » Implement Lifestyle Changes to Increase Fertility Globally, 48.5 million couples are experiencing infertility and it is predicted to increase over the coming decade. Read More » The Peptide Key to Healing Soft Tissue Peptide therapy is becoming more mainstream in the last few years due to its potential to help with a broad range of health conditions including balancing hormones, insomnia, autoimmune disorders, inflammatory diseases, osteoporosis, tissue repair and more. Read More » Frankincense and Myrrh Combination Has Synergistic Effect In the West, frankincense and myrrh have long been used as incense in religious ceremonies; in traditional Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine, they are used mainly for the treatment of chronic diseases. Read More » Heal Your Gut with Food [Video Podcast] - Episode 42 Christi Buck, RDN, LD of Vitality Wellness and Nutrition Center, shares how what we eat can impact the health of our digestive system. Read More » Managing Diabetes with Nutrition [Video Podcast] - Episode 41 Diane Kingsley, RD, LDN, at Whole Body Wellness, shares how what you eat can impact your blood sugar. She discusses what indicators to look for that signify you may need to make some nutritional lifestyle changes. Read More » Local Organic Matters: Plus, Tips to Grow Your Own Garden [Video Podcast] - Episode 39 Brock Hall, from Florida Fields to Forks, takes a look at how farmers can provide organic food to the consumer much faster than those that go to market. Read More » The Soul and the Soil of Organic Farming [Video Podcast] Episode 40 Nathaniel Fenton, Shadowood Farm in Palm City, shares what it means to feed and nourish the soil and discusses the meaning of the USDA Organic label. Read More » Shrimp or Chicken Cauliflower Fried Rice The cauliflower fried rice is used to reduce the carbohydrate content. Regular fried rice is 45 grams of carbohydrates per cup versus the cauliflower fried rice is only 12 grams of carbohydrates per cup. Read More » Coconut Fig Chia Seed Pudding A delicious recipe that is great for breakfast or dessert. Read More » Shadowood Farm Roasted Beet, Fennel and Orange Salad Fresh beets, oranges, bulbing fennel, garlic chives, mint all make for a delicious and beautiful salad. Even add edible flowers if desired. Read More » Braised Grass-Fed Short Ribs Made in a Dutch over or slow cooker and served with cauliflower or sweet potato mash. The leftover sauce from this recipe is delicious with polenta or pasta. Read More » Shadowood Pak Choi & Kale Slaw This is a great recipe for people who think they don't like raw Kale or Pak Choi. Also great for those who don’t do dairy slaws. Read More » 2021 Natural Living Directory Coming in April Natural Awakenings magazine presents the 2021 Natural Living Directory. Read More » BLISS Retreat LIVE Online in March Kumari Mullin, owner of Kumari Healing, is thrilled to offer her BLISS Retreat LIVE online on Saturday and Sunday, March 27-28. Read More » Cliff Shuler Auctioneers Hold Spring Auction Opportunity in Titusville Debbie Shuler, owner of Cliff Shuler Auctioneers & Liquidators, Inc., is pleased to invite you to participate in a Public Auction Live, Online & Simulcast to be held Saturday, March 27 starting at 10 a.m. Read More » Cold and Flu Herb Program at Ni’s Chinese Medical Center Ni’s Chinese Medical Center is pleased to offer their Cold and Flu Herb Program to help boost the immune system. Read More » Dr. Claire Stagg Selected for Women of Distinction Honors Dr. Claire Stagg Selected for Women of Distinction Honors Read More » Dr. Ruth Rodriguez Offers Shopping Strategies for Parents Dr. Ruth Rodriguez, DO, and owner of Natural Solutions with Dr. Ruth is a board-certified Osteopathic Pediatrician that works with parents to help them make holistic lifestyle choices for their children. Read More » Full Moon Meditation at Blissful.Energy This month Blissful.Energy will be starting a full moon meditation outside. Read More » Herbal Certification Course at Mama Jo’s Sunshine Herbals in Indian Harbour Beach Joanna Helms, registered herbalist and professional member of the American Herbalist Guild (AHG), is pleased to announce the Fundamentals of Herbalism course will begin mid to late March and run through August. Read More » New Moon Vision Board Workshop in Port St. Lucie Ann Marie Caccavano of Lifestyle Goddess is excited to guide participants through an evening of visualization and manifestation. Read More » Peggy’s Natural Foods Has Moved To Hobe Sound Peggy’s Natural Foods Has Moved To Hobe Sound Read More » Personalized At-Home Skincare Option Offered by Dr. Sikora in Vero Beach Dr. Alita Sikora, MD, is now offering SoME as an option to a “vampire facial.” Read More » Psychic & the Genie and Genie’s Gems Announce New Boutique Psychic & the Genie and Genie’s Gems are excited to announce their new location on Hutchinson Island. Read More » Scented Dragon Port St. Lucie Hosting Vernal Equinox Psychic Fair As Spring quickly approaches, Scented Dragon is excited to host a Vernal Equinox Psychic Fair on March 20, at their Port St. Lucie location. Read More » Senior, Veteran and First Responder Discount at Natural Pet Specialty Shop The Natural Pet Specialty Shop is now offering a 10% discount to seniors and veterans every Tuesday and first responders every Wednesday at their new location on Wickham Road in Melbourne. Read More » Tradition Neighborhood Market Draws New Vendors Since its opening in June 2020 Tradition Neighborhood Market near Target in Tradition, Port St. Lucie has quickly grown to 30 plus vendors weekly. Read More » Yoga Teacher Training at Down to Earth Yoga in Port St. Lucie Down to Earth Yoga is pleased to offer their Yoga Alliance Certified Teacher Training starting April 19 will be held over weekends twice in April and twice in May and includes online classes and required reading. Read More » Canine Obesity: When Doggies Need Diets How to determine the ideal weight for dogs and healthy ways to achieve weight loss through proper nutrition, including fresh organic raw food, diet and exercise. Read More » Caribbean Offshore Drilling Threatens Florida Beaches The Bahamas Petroleum Company has begun exploratory oil drilling 150 miles from South Florida despite warnings of the potential for severe or catastrophic impact if a spill occurs. Read More » Down to Earth: The Promise of Regenerative Organic Farming Regenerative organic farming holds great promise to rebuild soil, draw carbon from the atmosphere and ultimately grow healthier food. Read More » Economical Carbon-Neutral Jet Fuel Researchers have developed a carbon-neutral way to produce jet fuel using carbon dioxide as a main ingredient. Read More » Getting Pregnant: Lifestyle Strategies to Boost Fertility Natural approaches such as healthier diets, supplements, detoxed living, herbs, acupuncture and other Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) tips for boosting fertility to achieve pregnancy. Read More » Green Smoothie Bowl This healthy green smoothie bowl recipe combines tender, mild shoots along with buckwheat sprouts for a little extra satiety. Read More » Guys and Infertility Studies show that for 40 percent of infertile couples, the problem lies in male sperm that is too sparse, slow, damaged or misshapen. Here are natural strategies to improve sperm quality. Read More » Hazardous Pollutants Found in Mount Everest Snow Manmade perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have been detected in snow at the top of Mount Everest, posing a risk for trekkers, climbers and residents that drink the water. Read More » Healing from Grief: Four Ways to Find Peace How to discover the light side of grief and identify and embrace the invitations that lay within its deep layers to find inner peace and healing. Read More » Hemp-Derived Cannabidiol: A Primer on the Latest Research The latest research on the proven health benefits of cannabidiol (CBD), the effects on anxiety and depression, how to get started, ways to administer and more. Read More » Honey Bees Have a Dirty Secret Although honey bees symbolize sustainability and are vital to farmers, they also have a distressing effect on the environment—destabilizing natural ecosystems by competing with native bees. Read More » Improve Children’s Brain Health with Better Nutrition A new study finds that six months of nutritional supplements can improve working memory and blood flow in children’s brains. Read More » Indoor Edible Gardening: Grow Veggies, Sprouts and Microgreens Year-Round 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. Read More » Jeff Tkach on Regenerative Healthcare Rodale Institute Chief Impact Officer Jeff Tkach discusses a prevention-based approach to human and environmental health by unlocking the transformational power of regenerative healthcare. Read More » Noodle Soup with Coconut, Sprouts and Shoots This warming, healthy soup with just the right amount of chili spice is simple to make and full of delicious, curry flavors. Read More » On a Roll: Foam Rollers Ease Pain and Workout Recovery Foam rolling targets trigger points or painful knots in muscles and is a valuable tool for reducing chronic pain and enhancing workout recovery. Read More » Plug and Pedal: The Benefits of Using Electric Bikes An Earth-friendly alternative for work commutes or pleasurable neighborhood spins is the e-bike, powered by pedaling and an electric motor. Read More » Saving Coral Reefs Worldwide The International Coral Reef Initiative has urged governments to take action to save the planet’s remaining coral reefs and their attendant fish populations. Read More » Sprouted Hummus This sprouted version of hummus is a tasty twist on the classic Middle Eastern recipe. Read More » The Benefits of Renewable Geothermal Energy Despite its enormous potential, geothermal energy supplied just 0.4 percent of U.S. electricity in 2019. Read More » The Healing Potential of Psychedelic Medicines: Promising Studies on Stress Disorder, Depression and Addiction Studies show that psychedelics such as psilocybin and MDMA can help heal trauma, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, anxiety, addiction and other mental and behavioral conditions. Read More » Try Ginger to Lower Diabetes Markers Ginger root can help to decrease levels of fasting blood sugar, total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol in Type 2 diabetes patients. Read More » Try Mindfulness to Improve Cardiovascular Health Mindfulness training can lower blood pressure and positively influence behavior that promotes cardiovascular health, report researchers. Read More » Use Colored LED Lights to Relax Taking note of businesses that use lighting to create a mood, researchers demonstrated that patient unease in imaging centers can be modified with the use of colored LED lights. Read More » Use Green Tea Extract and Curcumin to Ward Off Oral Cancer Two natural chemopreventive agents—green tea extract and curcumin—have been shown to significantly reduce oral potentially malignant disorders (OPMD) biomarkers. Read More » In-Print