October 2021 Edition of Natural Awakenings Welcome to the October 2021 Edition! This month we feature ways to simplify your life, fall fruit recipes, breast health and CDB for dogs. Enjoy! Publisher's Letter for October 2021 Our October magazine focuses on living simply, beginning with our feature article, “Less Stuff, More Joy.” Read More » Pellegrino Integrative Cancer Center to Open in Hyde Park Christine Pellegrino, owner of Pellegrino Healing Center, in partnership with Diana L. Silverman, open Pellegrino Integrative Cancer Center in Dutchess County. Read More » Plant Shopping Becomes Creative Experience at "Come To Your Scentses" in Fishkill “What sets us apart from most plant shops is our plant-your-own experience,” says Sanya L. Stewart, owner of Come To Your Scentses. Read More » Groups for ‘Cultivating Your Best Self’ With Joy Matalon and Dr. Erica Warren Metaphors for Momentum and Come Map Out Your Beautiful Life Offered in Putnam Valley Read More » Cate Bartilucci Opens Luna Power Yoga in Mahopac New Yoga Studio Opens in Putnam County, Luna Power Yoga in Mahopac Read More » Astrology for October 2021 – with Pamela Cucinell Edit and double-check with Mercury retrograde for the first couple of weeks. Read More » The Sunday Market on The River Hosts ‘Halloween on The Hudson’ at Cortlandt Waterfront Park The Sunday Market on The River, in Verplanck wraps up its 2021 season on October 31 with Halloween on The Hudson. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Cortlandt Waterfront Park, on Riverview Avenue. Read More » The Loving Lotus in Westchester County is a Safe Space for Personal Growth The Loving Lotus, founder Erika Camilli offers a combination of life coaching and Reiki healing. Read More » Certification Course Offered in Ayurvedic Health Counseling With Dr. Somesh Kaushik Ayurvedic physician and naturopathic doctor Somesh Kaushik will offer a year-long certification course in Ayurvedic Health Counseling (AHC) starting the weekend of October 16-17. Read More » Professional Home Organizer Jackie O’Brien Says Simple Living Requires Organization Jackie O’Brien, Professional Home Organizer serves Dutchess, Westchester and Putnam Counties Read More » Awaken Fair Returns to Tarrytown on November 21 for It's Big In-Person Body-Mind-Spirit-Green Expo Paula Caracappa brings the Awaken Wellness Fair back for her first live, in-person expo since covid. Read More » Harvest Moon Faire Planned for October 17 at The Healing Collective NY in White Plains he Healing Collective NY, in White Plains, in collaboration with Wild Rabbit Apothecary, will host a Harvest Moon Faire from noon to 4 p.m. on October 17. Admission and parking are free. Read More » Thermography With Fran Nelson Provides ‘Earliest Possible Detection’ of Breast Abnormality Thermography in Dutchess County With Total Body Thermography Provides ‘Earliest Possible Detection’ of Breast Abnormality Read More » Prana Prenatal and Newborn Expo Set for October 23 at The Space at Westchester Avenue in Rye Prana Prenatal Yoga will present the inaugural Prana Prenatal and Newborn Expo in 2021 Read More » CBD Helps Dogs with Joint Pain and Anxiety at CBD Live Natural in Bedford Hills Marcie Manfredonia, owner of CBD Live Natural, in Bedford Hills, started carrying CBD products for dogs two years ago because she understood the need for them firsthand. Read More » SPCA Westchester Opens $9 Million Animal Rescue Center In September, SPCA Westchester cut the ribbon on its $9 million, 27,000-square-foot Animal Rescue Center in Briarcliff Manor. Read More » A Very Fluffy Halloween at Lilymoore Farm is Back Again this Year in Pleasant Valley Lilymoore Farm, an alpaca farm in Pleasant Valley, is hosting its popular Very Fluffy Halloween events again this year. Read More » Cider Week New York is scheduled for October 2 to 17, with events ranging from cider tastings and orchard tours to chef and cider pairings and dinners. Cider Week Events Go Statewide in NY, October 2 to 17, 2021 Read More » Stony Kill Foundation will celebrate Harvest Fest on October 2, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at historic Stony Kill Farm in Dutchess County Stony Kill Foundation Presents Harvest Fest 2021 at Stony Kill Farm in Dutchess County Read More » Shima Chayvet to Lead Reiki I and II Certification at Universal Healing Arts in Cortlandt Manor Shima Chayvet, owner of Universal Healing Arts, in Cortlandt Manor, will offer a Reiki I and II certification course October 16-17, from 12:30 to 6 p.m. both days. Read More » Avoid Infant Formulas with Added Sugar A study finds that infants given formulas with added sugar had significant weight gain compared to infants that were breastfed or given formulas without added sugar. Read More » Buy Nothing: Neighborly Groups Share More and Waste Less With the aim of reducing waste through local sharing, Buy Nothing provides a Facebook-based platform to freely give, ask, borrow and lend items. Read More » Cannabis and Canines: How Cannabidiol Benefits Dogs What current research tells us regarding cannabidiol (CBD) use in dogs to treat conditions such as arthritis, itchiness, cancer, anxiety, aggressive tendencies, seizures and more. Read More » Consider Barberry to Reduce Diabetes Markers Researchers have discovered that barberry extract can help lower fasting blood sugar and HbA1c levels, Type 2 diabetes markers. Read More » Drink Green Tea to Ward Off Flu Green tea contains compounds called catechins that have significant antiviral activity against influenza, report researchers. Read More » Eat Strawberries to Improve Blood Vessel Health A new study demonstrates that strawberries increase flow in blood vessels and reduce systolic blood pressure. Read More » Exercise More to Counter Risks of Poor Sleep Both physical inactivity and poor sleep are independently linked to a heightened risk of cardiovascular disease, cancer and death, but more exercise lowers the consequence of poor sleep. Read More » Fall Fruits for Savory Dishes: Fresh Approaches to Autumn Flavors Fall fruits such as apples, figs, pomegranates and pears boast many healthful properties. Flex the unique flavors and health powers of these autumn delights with savory mains and sides. Read More » Food Waste Complicates Effort to Slow Climate Change A report suggests that food waste should be viewed not only in relation to world hunger, but also in the context of climate change, as food production consumes vast amounts of resources. Read More » Forever Chemicals Banned in Maine In lieu of federal regulation, the state of Maine has enacted a wide-ranging ban on the use of all perfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), nicknamed “forever chemicals”, by 2030. Read More » Global Industry Turns to Solar Energy Production costs for solar energy dropped by 90 percent between 2009 and 2020, with experts estimating a rise in solar power plants around the world. Read More » Healthy Breast Basics: Lifestyle Choices to Lower Disease Risks One in eight American women develops breast cancer in the course of her lifetime, but that risk can be reduced by holistic strategies such as dietary changes, cleanses and breast self-exams. Read More » Less Stuff, More Joy: Ways to Live Simpler and Lighter on Mother Earth How to turn to simpler, sustainable, conscious ways of living molded by our personal values through minimalist lifestyles. Read More » Living Lighter Checklist: Some Ways to Up Our Game in Simpler Living Ideas for adopting minimalist simplicity—living with less clutter; ecological simplicity—prioritizing sustainability; and conscious simplicity—driven by personal and spiritual values. Read More » Michaeleen Doucleff on Ancient Teachings for Modern Parenting National Public Radio (NPR) science correspondent Michaeleen Doucleff searched the world to learn how to be a better parent and shares her findings in a new book, Hunt, Gather, Parent. Read More » Oceans are Key to Controlling Climate A recent report states that countries must recognize the important role that oceans have in limiting climate change and enact policies to protect marine ecosystems. Read More » Pear and Lentil Salad The recipe combines a mix of fresh greens with nuts, seeds, lentils and sliced pears to make a delicious fall salad. Read More » Pear Barley Salad Barley and fresh pears combine with chick peas and walnuts in this hearty, healthy salad recipe. Read More » Return Native Lands to Protect Nature Land is being transferred to or co-managed by Indigenous tribes, repatriating culturally and ecologically important resources with the former occupants and local communities. Read More » Skip Southern Food to Avoid a Heart Attack The fried foods, added fats, eggs, organ meats, processed meats and sugar-sweetened drinks of a Southern-style diet can have dire consequences for people’s hearts. Read More » Talking to Kids About Climate Change: What They Need to Know from Those They Trust Children are hearing about the effects of climate change through the media or living through them in their own neighborhoods. Here are ways to calmly talk to kids about the climate crisis. Read More » The Quiet Power of Intuition Having strong intuition can enable us to not only endure, but prosper. Adopting these simple habits and activities can help us to foster our intuitive inner voices. Read More » Using Enzymes to Recycle Plastic A more sustainable approach for recycling polyethylene terephthalate (PET) plastic used in single-use beverage bottles, clothing and food packaging, has been found. Read More » Walk About: Simple Steps to Well-Being Walking briskly daily has many proven health benefits. Here are tips for getting started including proper shoes, ways to incorporate a dog, and how to stay motivated and committed. Read More » Water Scarcity Solutions Nine practical solutions for combatting water scarcity. Read More » Water Scarcity Woes: A Global Problem That’s Getting Worse Water scarcity is a legitimate concern. Here are 10 of the most alarming water scarcity facts that the world is currently facing. Read More » In-Print
