Natural Awakenings Richmond - May/June 2021 May 01, 2021 09:53AM ● By Shay Wilson You can read the digital copy here. How to Maintain Soft, Supple Skin This Summer Taking care of our skin is paramount to overall health and can prevent infection. Here is a four-pronged approach to protect us from the discomfort of dry, cracked skin... Read More » Lotus Professional College Has New Name and Location in RVA Lotus Professional College recently moved from their Three Chopt Road location to 8935 Patterson Avenue in order to provide a bigger space for upcoming programs, a brand-new clinic and four new classrooms. Read More » Saturday Salutations for Local RVA Yoga Fans Project Yoga Richmond celebrates Saturday Salutations from May through October to practice together and raise funds to increase access to yoga in the community. Read More » Black Vegan Experience in Richmond to Debut on May 15 The Black Vegan Experience multicultural educational conference scheduled to debut last year will be held on May 15 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This celebration of African American ancestry and networking event was born in November 2019 during a Vitamix demonstration and conversation between a vegan teacher, vegan nurse, vegan nutritionist and naturopathic physician. Read More » Carole Louie Finds a Home in Balance RVA Carole Louie, founder of The Center-RVA, has joined the wellness practitioners at Balance RVA, central Virginia’s only wellness office/co-work center. Read More » The Healing Power of Nature at Lewis Ginter Lewis Ginter will host M&T Bank RESTORE: The Healing Power of Nature through October 31 where you can gain a deeper understanding of your vital connection with the natural world and restore yourself through the healing power of nature. Read More » Childbearing Resource Mapping Project Launched Nurture has launched The Perinatal Resource Mapping Project, which is a first step toward the creation of a community-driven, web-based resource that will contain a searchable, filterable database and calendar of local pregnancy, birth and early parenting resources geared towards people who are pregnant or in their first two years of parenting. Read More » Ms. Bee’s Adds Second Location on Clay St. Ms. Bee's Juice Bar & Cafe has opened a second location at 1015 East Clay Street in Richmond’s historic Valentine Museum. Owner and local realtor, Brandi Battle-Brown, noticed how the museum lacked healthy food options for its downtown patrons and knew that Ms. Bee’s Juice Bar & Café could fill that need with its cold press juices, fresh smoothies, vegan-friendly food options, nourishing soups, house-brewed teas and wellness shots. Read More » Open House at Virginia Free Farm The nonprofit Virginia Free Farm will hold an Open House and Field Day at noon on July 10 for the community to learn more about their mission of providing quality, nutritious food to the needy in Central Virginia, as well as educational opportunities for children, volunteer opportunities for adults and information regarding their food justice initiatives and seed saving. Read More » Taking Care of the James River Can be Fun In Richmond, we are fortunate to have access to an amazing park system smack dab in the middle of our city, based around the mighty James River that runs through downtown. James River Association (JRA) has been the sole organization dedicated to protecting this river from its headwaters in the Alleghany Highlands to its mouth at the Chesapeake Bay for the past 45 years. Read More » Natural Awakenings Richmond - May/June 2021 The May/June issue is a special edition about Women's Wellness. Read More » Artificial Intelligence Joins Fight Against Marine Litter MARLIT, an open-access web app based on a deep-learning artificial intelligence algorithm, will promote the detection and measurement of floating plastics in the sea. Read More » Avoid Coffee When Pregnant to Safeguard Brain Development A mother’s coffee drinking during pregnancy can change important pathways in an infant’s developing brain, raising the risk of behavioral issues, attention difficulty and hyperactivity. Read More » Baby Bites: Healthy Homemade Food for Tiny Tummies Save money and control what goes into little tummies with these tips for introducing and feeding healthy homemade baby foods. Read More » Baby Blueberry Smoothie This 5 ingredient recipe for homemade baby blueberry smoothies is the perfect way to get little ones started with solid foods. Read More » Baby Superfood Purée Make simple, healthy, homemade baby food purée with these superfood ingredients. Read More » Climate Change Makes Pollen Season Worse for Allergy Sufferers A study found that pollen seasons have been getting longer and more intense over the last 30 years with an increase in mean annual temperatures being the strongest driver. Read More » Composting Human Remains is a Reality Environmental activist Katrina Spade founded Recompose, the country’s first human composting funeral home, in Seattle, Washington, where composting as a form of human burial is legal. Read More » Critters React to Warming Temperatures in the Rockies A study reveals that the popular golden-mantled ground squirrel and 46 other species of rodents and shrews in Colorado are climbing uphill to escape warming temperatures in the state. Read More » Curbing Cancer in Cats: Ways to Keep a Feline Healthy 1 in 5 cats will be diagnosed with cancer, but the risk of contraction and severe outcomes can be lowered with these holistic treatment options and healthy preventative tips. Read More » Don’t Rely on Money for Happiness People in the “poorest of the poor” communities in which money is not a high value can feel as happy as people in high-income Scandinavian countries. Read More » Eco-Cosmetics: Choosing Sustainable Beauty Products Reduce environmental harm and waste with these sustainable cosmetic tips and eco-friendly beauty brands. Read More » Gas Utilities Knock Electric Appliances As cities phase out the installation of gas lines in new buildings to cut down on methane emissions, gas utilities have been staging adversarial campaigns nationwide. Read More » Homeopathy to the Rescue: Create a Family First-Aid Kit The emergency remedies of homeopathy are straight-forward, low-cost and easy to administer for first aid to cuts, burns, bumps and bruises, insect bites, and poison ivy. Read More » Integrative Women’s Wellness: Five Top Health Concerns and What to Do Holistic, integrative approaches for women's top five health concerns including cancer, heart disease, autoimmune diseases, hormonal imbalances and depression. Read More » Natural Mama: Holistic Approaches to a Healthy Pregnancy Eating organic, detoxing the house, practicing meditation or yoga and other holistic approaches for expectant mothers to follow during pregnancy for delivering a healthy baby. Read More » Nix Baby Foods that Harbor Toxic Metals A recent report issued by the House of Representatives found “dangerous levels of toxic heavy metals,” including arsenic, lead, cadmium and mercury, in baby foods made by major companies. Read More » Pregnancy Apps Tracking exercise, nutrition, baby bump images, the joys of the journey and the baby’s development are available options in a variety of the best holistic pregnancy apps. Read More » Sip Non-Alcoholic Beer to Improve Liver Disease Non-alcoholic beer is booming in popularity, and it now poses a health benefit as a study-proven dietary supplement for people with cirrhosis of the liver. Read More » Sleep Deeply to Reduce Anxiety Researchers report that a sleepless night can trigger up to a 30 percent rise in anxiety levels, but a full night of slumber stabilizes emotions. Read More » Stay Fit with Bodywork Therapy: Enhance Workout Performance and Recovery with Massage Therapeutic massage and other bodywork modalities before or after exercise can combat post-workout soreness and stiffness, maximizing our fitness investments in and out of the gym. Read More » Sustainably Stylish: Eco-Fashion that’s Kind to the Planet The “fast fashion” of cheap designer knock-offs is costly to the environment, but sustainable fabrics, resale shops, and creative mending can provide eco-friendly, stylish options. Read More » Three Steps for Facing Difficult Emotions We can build resiliency and find greater clarity, calm and well-being when facing change, uncertainty and stress with these three key steps using mindfulness and compassion. Read More » World’s Largest Wildlife Highway Crossing Opens in San Antonio The Robert L.B. Tobin Land Bridge connects people with nature in San Antonio across a six-lane highway at Phil Hardberger Park, the largest wildlife crossing of its kind in the U.S. Read More » 5 Local Businesses Highlighted in our Women's Wellness Guide The following local businesses and practitioners are committed to holistic wellness and offer a range of products and services specific to women's health ... Read More » Access Expanded for Scientific Papers An open-access project, called Plan S, recently began requiring that scholarly papers published from the work they fund be made immediately available for public reading at no charge. Read More » B12 and Prenatal Supplements Gain Official Nod In updated dietary guidelines, the U.S.D.A. and the Department of Health and Human Services have endorsed the specific use of certain supplements, particularly prenatal vitamins and B12. Read More » Breathe Easy: Natural Remedies for Allergy Woes Holistic, non-pharmaceutical approaches to naturally fighting off seasonal allergies for the 1 in 5 Americans suffering from allergic rhinitis—also known as hay fever. Read More » Celebrate Earth Day 2021 Virtually Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, there are still many ways to participate in the 51st anniversary of the global environmental movement known as Earth Day. Read More » Climate Change and Our Health: The Human Costs of a Warming Planet The warming of the planet poses immediate dire consequences for human health. Here are ways to prepare, adapt and mobilize for climate change to build resilient, thriving communities. Read More » Consider Curcumin and Nano-Curcumin for Heart Health Curcumin and nano-curcumin can improve cholesterol, triglyceride and LDL-C levels, boost antioxidant levels, superoxide dismutase and glutathione, and reduce C-reactive protein levels. Read More » Create a Nurturing Nest Home is a harbor of habit, and breaking out of the usual routine can be transformative. Here are some activities to transform living spaces into nurturing sources of inspiration. Read More » Deforestation Alert System Mitigates Climate Change Global Forest Watch, a free application, uses satellite imaging to detect and alert deforestation activities, a key factor of increasing atmospheric carbon dioxide and climate change. Read More » Discarded Safety Gear Used to Build Highways Researchers have formulated a new road-making material comprised of a mix of shredded single-use face masks and processed building rubble designed to meet civil engineering safety standards. Read More » Eco-Athletes: Working Out with the Planet in Mind Professional and recreational athletes alike are increasingly working out with the planet in mind. Here are some sustainable ways to put eco-fitness into action. Read More » Family Time in the Woods Prominent nature writer Richard Louv offers ways for families and communities to connect to the natural world. Read More » Feathered Friends: The Pros and Cons of Keeping Birds as Pets What you need to know before considering having a bird as a pet, including the costs to keep them healthy, long-term commitments, the benefits involved and more. Read More » Healthy Home: How to Detoxify a Living Space Ways to detox our homes by purging them of toxins—gases, inhalants or fumes—in the indoor air, cleaners, kitchenware and water that may be contributing to a harmful environment. Read More » Keep Off Junk Foods for Cognitive Wellness Study finds that individuals who follow the Mediterranean diet are cognitively 5.8 years younger than those who regularly cheat on heathy eating. Read More » Make Lifestyle Changes to Ease Reflux Harvard University researchers have found that gastroesophageal reflux (GERD) symptoms can be reduced by adopting five lifestyle strategies. Read More » National Wildlife Refuges are Overwhelmed and Understaffed The National Wildlife Refuge System is facing crumbling infrastructure, maintenance needs, lack of resources, staffing cuts and chronic underfunding. Read More » Nations Band Together to Preserve One-Third of the Planet More than 50 countries have united as the High Ambition Coalition for Nature and People (HAC 30x30), avowing to preserve 30 percent of the planet’s land and oceans by 2030. Read More » Nature to the Rescue: Kids Come Alive Outdoors Take the entire family exploring outdoors with these fun ideas to get children actively involved with nature in ways that open their senses while also moving their bodies. Read More » Protecting the Organic Marketplace While demand and activity around organic products is rising, the challenge is to safeguard standards from large corporations that buy up organic brands and try to weaken USDA requirements. Read More » Sheryl DeVore on Appreciating Nature and Wildlife Award-winning science, health and nature author Sheryl DeVore discusses being more aware of our outdoor environment and the need to preserve it. Read More » Spring Cleaning the Body: Simple Ways to Detox Naturally Shake off the sluggishness of winter and jumpstart new healthy habits by “spring cleaning” the body with these healthy detox and cleanse diet tips. Read More » Sweet Mango Smoothie Sweet fruit pairs with spinach for an extra dose of fiber, vitamins and super-green-detoxifying antioxidants to make a delicious, healthy version of a mango smoothie. Read More » The Benefits of Planting Trees: More Foliage Means Lower Temperatures The restoration of trees is among the most effective strategies for climate change mitigation. Here are some ways to take action against deforestation and support the planting of trees. Read More » Vegetable Yum Soup This soup recipe helps provide the body with nutrient- and fiber-rich vegetables in an easy-to-digest format, while the broth helps supply water for detoxification and a sense of satiety. Read More » Farmers’ Markets and CSAs Food Security on a Local Level A trip to the market helps one learn where food comes from and to make sustainable choices that benefit health and the environment. Read More » Kudos ~ Oriental Medicine Specialists Oriental Medicine Specialists, the office of Dr. R. Keith Bell, DACM, celebrated their 20th anniversary in 2020 by reinventing the way they practice while staying focused on patients’ needs, helping them cultivate the health and resilience needed now. Read More » Kudos ~ Amber Adaire Health InSyncs provides individualized care using functional diagnostics, gentle structural balancing, clinical nutrition and advanced electromagnetic therapies. They blend ancient healing practices and advanced health technologies to enhance the body’s natural abilities to recover from disease and increase vitality and function. Read More » ANNE WRINN, C. HYP.~Rapid Transformational Therapist~Wellness Profile My hypnotherapy business serves clients who deal with drinking, smoking, addiction, depression, anxiety, insomnia, procrastination, weight and physical issues. Read More » Restoring the Earth Together Threats to our environment may be classified as natural or anthropogenic (manmade), but despite current mitigation efforts, the climate crisis of global warming is accelerating at an unprecedented rate. Read More » Natural Awakenings Richmond - March/April 2021 Enjoy articles from our March/April Issue Read More » Letter from The Publisher Enjoy this issue and all it has to offer, from articles about more natural farming methods and indoor gardening to Earth Day and farmers’ markets. Read More » Green Street Coming to Bellemeade The James River Association has been working alongside the city of Richmond, Groundwork RVA, 3north and Timmons Group to design and implement a “green street” that improves walkability and adds green infrastructure to a half-mile stretch of Minefee Street. Read More » Urban Baby Beginnings Receives $1 Million Grant Urban Baby Beginnings, a Richmond, Norfolk and Virginia Beach community-based maternal health hub and home-visiting program designed to reach birthing and postpartum families regardless of income Read More » What’s the Buzz? Project Plant It! Supports Pollinators To celebrate the 15th observance of Project Plant It! in spring 2021, Dominion Energy has added a bee pollinator feature and will give participants a free packet of wildflower seeds that attract bees and other pollinators, in addition to free redbud tree seedlings. Read More » Free Food From RVA Community Fridges The RVA Community Fridges community collective is run on a, “take what you need, leave what you can,” platform to give Richmonders better access to fresh food and produce and foster a greater sense of mutual aid within the community. Read More » Studio Two Three Receives Grant The $20,000 grant will support Make Art Work, a residency program launched in the spring that acknowledges the whole-person needs of artists. Read More » Give Black Richmond to Help End Nonprofit Discrimination Give Black Richmond is a database designed to make finding and supporting Black-founded community organizations in the metro Richmond area easier. Read More » The Science of Love at The Innerwork Center Barbara Fredrickson, Ph.D., the Kenan Distinguished Professor of Psychology and director of the Positive Emotions and Psychophysiology Laboratory at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, will speak on the Science of Love from 7 to 9 p.m., April 29, via Zoom. She will take a refreshing look at love—what we think it is and what science actually tells us. Read More » Seniors in Need of Assistance The Shepherd’s Centerof Richmond (TSCOR) is looking for volunteer drivers to take seniors 60 and older to medical appointments. Read More » Prime Opportunity for Enlightened Entrepreneur Alchemists, Books and Gifts for Nurturing the Soul, a beautiful, body-mind-spirit-focused shop located in the Stony Point Fashion Park, is known across the country for its lovely décor, uplifting ambiance and tasteful offerings, attracting nationally known authors and teachers over the years. Read More » New Femme Jock Support Device for Women The patented Femme Jock is designed to be worn over underwear to support the pelvic muscles, the perineum and rectal soft tissue, prevent damage and provide stability. A lift reduces elevated pelvic floor muscle tension and supports weak pelvic floor muscles. Read More » Learn About Hidden Oxalate Hazards “People don’t know that foods such as spinach, soy, beets, sweet potatoes and almonds can be a problem because of a naturally occurring chemical, oxalic acid,” says Norton. Read More » Natural Awakenings Richmond - January/February 2021 Enjoy articles from our January/February Issue Read More » Natural Awakenings Richmond - November/December 2020 Enjoy Articles from our November/December Issue Read More » Experience Certified Holistic Pelvic Care Blissful Heart Women’s Integrative Health is offering a 20 percent discount on Holistic Pelvic Care packages for new clients through the end of the year. Their unique approach to pelvic floor therapy is designed to promote wellness and restore balance. Read More » Prenatal Massage Therapy Now at Scherm Chiropractic “If you are pregnant and either need to relax before the baby gets here, or have lower back, mid-back or neck pain, massage is a great fit for you. For those that are over 36 weeks pregnant, we also have some trigger point skills that may help get your body starting the delivery process.” Read More » Kudos ~ Allison Morris, MS, RD Morris believes in an alternative to the diet approach and tackles nutrition from a food-inclusive and body-positive approach. Read More » Natural Awakenings Richmond - September/October 2020 Enjoy Articles from Our September/October 2020 Issue Read More » Free E-Book on Self-Empowerment The Radiance Equation is for women that have wisdom and gifts gathered over a lifetime they know they are meant to share, but are holding back. Read More » Lotus School Adds Advanced Degree in Acupuncture The acupuncture program will focus on the theories of how energy (qi) is created and moves through the body. Read More » Nia and Yoga for All When more of us are healthy and supported, the whole community benefits. Read More » Rx3 Compounding Pharmacy Offers Innovative Face Masks Our goal is to help those in our communities to live healthier, happier lives. Read More » Natural Awakenings Richmond - July/August 2020 Enjoy Articles from our July/August 2020 Issue Read More » CBD OIL: Different Forms for Different Folks With CBD increasing in popularity, it can be overwhelming to figure out which product to try. Read More » Find Insight Through Counseling With Evolutionary Astrology We focus on a holistic approach of healing wounds from the past and present, while helping you develop a healthy path forward. Read More » From The Publisher We are finally waking up to the work that needs to be done to make our communities … this nation … this world a better place for us all. Read More » Helping Women to Trust Their Bodies Women are the experts of their own bodies and health and we work to help women regain that trust in themselves again. Read More » Kudos ~ Integral Yoga Center of Richmond The Integral Yoga Center of Richmond (IYCoR) graduated a new class of teachers on April 18. Read More » Kudos ~ Tessa Broadwater Health InSyncs provides individualized care using functional diagnostics, gentle structural balancing, clinical nutrition and advanced electromagnetic therapies. Read More » Natural Awakenings Publishing Corp. Partners with KnoWEwell Collaborative A collaborative with personal and professional benefits for all in the ‘wholistic’ ecosystem: individuals, families, providers and organizations. Read More » Refocusing Our Energy During The Full Moon The full moon is an excellent signal for slowing down and creating space to reconnect to ourselves, our family and our friends. Read More » Support Breast Health — Be Proactive Services offered by Lifestyle Designs include IonCleanse detox footbaths, Zyto Compass assessments, nutritional consultations, stress management and brain health assessments. Read More » Understanding COVID-19 and How To Fight It Direct contact with respiratory particles is considered to be the major route of transmission of COVID-19. Read More » BLISSFUL HEART, PLLC Local business specializing in women’s health and wellness. Read More » Bras and Cancer Risk A 1978 California study showed that high breast temperature influences the growth of cancer. Read More » Kudos ~ Vegan Action Educational programs continue to grow and the program to label vegan products for easy shopping has garnered some of the greatest support and appreciation. Read More » Natural Awakenings Richmond - May/June 2020 Welcome to our May/June 2020 Issue Read More » Save on Thermography in February Because heart disease is the number-one killer of both women and men in the United States, Lifestyle Designs and eLEEte Physicians are offering thermography services at special pricing during February’s Heart Health month. 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