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Natural Awakenings Richmond

August 2020

Heterosexual Couple Embracing
Hug a Mate for a Happy Relationship

Jul 31, 2020 09:30AM

A study finds that the more a couple shares affectionate hugs, kisses and cuddles, the more satisfied they are in the marriage.

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High Fiber Foods
Eat More Fiber for a Longer Life

Jul 31, 2020 09:30AM

Research shows that eating dietary fiber from fruits, beans and vegetables protects against death from cardiovascular or respiratory diseases and injuries, as well as cancer in men.

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Toxic chemical pesticides sprayed on field
Avoid Toxic Chemicals to Prevent Celiac Disease

Jul 31, 2020 09:30AM

Children and young adults diagnosed with celiac disease have been found with elevated blood levels of toxic chemicals found in pesticides, nonstick cookware and fire retardants.

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Woman Focused
Increase Focus by Reducing Saturated Fat

Jul 31, 2020 09:30AM

Researchers discover that eating a meal heavy in saturated fat can hinder the ability to concentrate and maintain attention.

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Handful of soil
Dirt Can Help Heal Wounds

Jul 31, 2020 09:30AM

A study reports that soil in wounds can activate a blood protein that kicks off a chain reaction which seals the wound and limits blood loss.

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Sack of potatoes
Eat Spuds for Muscle Protein

Jul 31, 2020 09:30AM

Researchers find that potatoes can be a plant-based source of high-quality protein that helps to maintain muscle.

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Tyrannosaurus rex skeleton
Dinosaur Bone Ownership Resolved

Jul 31, 2020 09:30AM

The Montana Supreme Court has decided that fossils should not be deemed minerals, a ruling that restores ownership to landowners and benefits scientific fossil hunting by paleontologists.

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Imaginary animal designed by Rory McCan
Some Animals Garner Lion’s Share of Conservation Donations

Jul 31, 2020 09:30AM

A conservation biologist and an artist designed a menagerie of imaginary beasts to find out which animals people were most willing to support through financial donations.

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Crowded group of penguins
Nature Needs More Space

Jul 31, 2020 09:30AM

All over the world, plants and animals are increasingly threatened by human activities and habitat encroachment.

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Bumblebee
Bumblebees Chew Leaves to Hasten Pollen Production

Jul 31, 2020 09:30AM

When pollen is scarce, bumblebees use their mouth parts to snip little bits out of plant foliage, causing the plants to bloom at an accelerated rate.

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