August 2021 Edition of Natural Awakenings Magazine Welcome to the August 2021 Edition! Publisher's Letter for August 2021 I feel lucky to be writing this month’s publisher letter and sharing my inner joy. Read More » Eco-Conscious House Painting Services for Westchester and Fairfield Color World House Painting offers painting services throughout Fairfield County, CT and Westchester County, New York for residential, commercial, holiday lighting with free estimates. Read More » Dr. Kaushik Offers Swedana Ozone Therapy in Cross River Dr. Somesh Kaushik’s Ayurvedic and Naturopathic Clinic, in Cross River, offers a combined ozone / herbal steam therapy called Swedana. Read More » Dr. Michael Wald, The ‘BloodDetective’, Gets to the Bottom of Health Mysteries Dr. Michael Wald has so many degrees and certifications that it’s easier to identify him by his nickname, the BloodDetective. Read More » The Healing Journey of Shamanism Workshop Set for August 7 at Yima Healing in Putnam Valley On August 7, Javadi-Clarke will lead a workshop and shamanic journeying at Yima Healing, her Putnam Valley retreat center. Read More » Acupuncture with Pam Battle Provides Relief in Uncertain Times of 2021 Pam Battle of Flowing Rivers Acupuncture provides relaxing, restorative, and a refreshing time out from daily routines and stress—a bit like rebooting a computer to optimize performance. Read More » Astrology for August 2021 – with Pamela Cucinell The August 8 Leo new moon brings the unexpected; work with it, don’t react against it. Read More » Wellness Wednesdays at Brooklyn Organic Kitchen in Mahopac Wellness Wednesdays, casual community gatherings featuring local holistic healthcare providers, are back at Brooklyn Organic Kitchen (BOK), in Mahopac. Read More » Dutchess County Fair Returns for 175th Year The Dutchess County Fair will take place August 24 to 29, 2021, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. every day, at the county fairgrounds in Rhinebeck. Read More » Fourth Annual Sunflower Picking Events in Pleasant Valley The farm grows and produces sunflower products, including cold-pressed sunflower oil; a high-protein, gluten-free sunflower flour; gluten-free baking mixes; and skincare products. Read More » Hudson Herbivore Vegan Boutique Launches Online Nicole Alicea offers ecofriendly, sustainable, cruelty-free home décor, jewelry, beauty items and gifts online. Read More » Kent Public Library to Distribute Free Food Free, nutritious food from the Food Bank of the Hudson Valley for children and families in need at the Kent Public Library Read More » Leigh Damkohler Completes Advanced Graston Training Graston Technique therapy can effectively treat all soft-tissue conditions, whether they are chronic, acute or post- surgical. Read More » Chakra Bowls to Open in Fishkill this Month Lauren Hoheusle is set to open a second vegan eatery this month in Fishkill, next to Firefly Power Yoga. Read More » Non-GMO Corn Now Available at Three Feathers Farm The garden house is currently open seven days a week, from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Read More » The Wonder Barre in Armonk Hosts Cacao Ceremony Robin Flamenbaum hosts cacao ceremony for women from 6 to 9 p.m. on August 13. Read More » Buffalo Burgers Are Back at Homestead Marketplace in Stormville Homestead Farm carries products local to Hudson Valley, including but not limited to pork, beef, venison, elk, chicken, eggs, honey, maple syrup and fresh produce. Read More » Sensory Stepping Stones Introduces Red Light Therapy and Yoga at New Location in Hopewell Junction Sensory Stepping Stones, whose traditional and innovative programs address issues involving learning, processing and development, now offers Red Light Therapy and Red Light Yoga sessions. Read More » Shadow Work, Awakening Your True Potential, with Melanie Ryan The Golden Shadow Method offers three vehicles to communicate directly with one’s shadow. Read More » Teachers Sought for New Yoga-Feldenkrais Studio in Dover Plains Zfarms Organic has created a new 850-square-foot yoga-Feldenkrais studio and is looking for one or more teachers to grow a practice there, by leading yoga and Feldenkrais classes. Read More » Live CBD Talk Show on Sundays With Marcie Manfredonia CBD Live Natural, in Bedford Hills, hosts a live talk show every Sunday at 8 p.m. on Facebook and Instagram, to offer details on the store’s products and their benefits. Read More » Alberto Villoldo on Shamanic Healing Alberto Villoldo, psychologist, medical anthropologist and best-selling author, discusses how shamans today combine ancient wisdom teachings with cutting-edge neuroscience to heal. Read More » Avoid Air Pollutants to Protect Children’s Mental Health Exposure to even moderate levels of traffic-related air pollutants during childhood results in a greater risk of mental illness by age 18, report researchers. Read More » Avoid Sugary Drinks to Reduce Colorectal Cancer Risk Drinking two sugary drinks per day from ages 13 to 18 increases the risk of colorectal cancer by 32 percent in women by age 50. Read More » Back-to-School Wellness: Tips to Keep Kids Healthy Parents can ensure children’s health and well-being as they go back to school with these tips for kid's healthy food, family communication, adequate sleep and more. Read More » Bug Battle: How to Keep Mosquitoes at Bay Mosquitoes aren’t just an annoyance; they can carry infectious diseases, so it’s important to know the best ways to keep them at bay, including natural bug repellents. Read More » Cactus Poachers Are Denuding Deserts More than 30 percent of the world’s 1,500 or so cactus species are threatened with extinction, and criminal scavengers are primarily to blame. Read More » ‘Clean the Garden’ Kimchi This easy kimchi recipe turns common garden veggies into a spicy probiotic ferment that’s loaded with good bacteria and health benefits. Read More » Eat Oily Fish to Live Longer A new large-scale analysis suggests that omega-3s from oily fish may extend lifespan. Read More » Eat Produce to Lower Stress and Heart Disease Research finds that eating one cup of nitrate-rich vegetables a day lowers blood pressure and risk of heart disease, while two cups of fruits and vegetables a day can decrease stress levels. Read More » Pickled Watermelon Radishes Enjoy fresh radishes year-round with this flavorful recipe for pickled watermelon radishes. Read More » Pineapple Tepache Tepache is a wonderful, effervescent, lightly fermented pineapple beverage. It’s made from the skins and core of pineapple, making use of the parts typically discarded. Read More » Pollinator-Friendly Yards: Gardening for Wildlife with Native Plants Create a pollinator-friendly yard with these gardening and landscape tips for choosing native plants, mowing less often, and avoiding pesticide use. Read More » Preserving the Harvest: Classic Ways to Store Garden Bounty All Year Preservation techniques to help capture the bounty of the garden harvest or farmers' market hauls through canning, dehydrating, refrigerator pickling, fermentation or cold storage. Read More » Smiling Can Make Us Happier The benefits of smiling including increased happiness, reduced stress and anxiety, lowered blood pressure and heart rate and less pain. Read More » Soil Regulators Soft on Pesticide Use A new study recommends changes in how regulatory agencies like the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) assess the risks posed by the nearly 850 approved pesticide ingredients. Read More » Superfund Mine-Polluted Stream Restorations See Success Large investments made to clean up acid drainage into streams and rivers polluted by toxic metals from abandoned mining sites are yielding success. Read More » Textile Manufacturers Fight Climate Change With a goal of 45 percent reduced CO2 emissions from textile fiber and material production by 2030, Textile Exchange is pushing for urgent climate action. Read More » Think Yourself Happy: Seven Ways to Change Your Mind and Be Happier Simple, research-based methods to change our thinking, rewire our brains and ultimately, increase our levels of happiness. Read More » Unleash Your True Potential: Working with a Life Coach Can Help The benefits of working with a life coach to better understand ourselves and lead fulfilled lives, including tips for hiring the right coach for individual needs. Read More » UN Methane Report Faults Big Meat and Big Dairy With livestock contributing 32 percent of the methane footprint, there is a great need to regulate and mitigate methane emissions from global meat and dairy companies. Read More » Water Sports for a Total Body Workout: Cool Ways to Stay Fit this Summer Waterskiing, stand up paddle boarding (SUP), river rafting, kayaking, SUP yoga and other summer water sports that improve bone density, elevate mood and engage major muscle groups. Read More » Well-Being Basics Choose happiness by taking these research-supported daily actions to enhance overall well-being. Read More » Zucchini Bacon This recipe for a vegan take on bacon uses seasoned, dehydrated zucchini strips for a healthy, plant-based snack. Read More » In-Print