October 2022 Edition of Natural Awakenings Welcome to the September 2022 Issue! Pivot to What Makes You Happy I’ve always loved change—change of routines, change of perspective and, of course, change of seasons. Autumn is one of the most beautiful times of the year in the Hudson Valley. Read More » SoftWave Therapy: Advanced Technology that Heals SoftWave Therapy is patented; FDA cleared; and offers painless, fast healing for inflammation, chronic pain, diabetes and all joint issues. Read More » Astrology for October 2022 – with Pamela Cucinell The Scorpio new moon/solar eclipse October 25 ignites passion — what do you want to fire up? Read More » Quantum Healing & Wellness Center is Now Open in Mount Kisco Owner Michelle Adams offers a new healing technology, the Energy Enhancement System (EESystem)—based on Nikola Tesla’s Scalar Wave/Medbed technology. Read More » White Lotus Grace Offers Workshop at the World Peace Sanctuary in Dutchess Gigi Oppenheimer will be facilitating a Harmonizing with the Rhythm of Nature’s Cycles workshop on October 16 at the World Peace Sanctuary, located in Wassaic. Read More » Walktoberfest Farmers and Makers Market October 1 and 2, 2022 The Hudson Valley Rail Trail and the Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park are hosting the Walktoberfest Farmers and Makers Market—a celebration of the bounty of the Hudson Valley. Read More » IonCleanse Footbath Now Available at Holistic Health Care in Eastchester Dr. Louis Castaldi who is a natural and holistic doctor in Westchester, now offers IonCleanse footbath detoxification. Read More » Time to Celebrate Cider Week New York September 29 through October 9, 2022 Events will include cider tastings, orchard tours, chef and cider pairings, cider markets and more. Read More » 5X Collagen Peptide Serum is Available at Hilda Demirjian in White Plains Hilda Demirjian Laser and Skin Care Center announces the release of Maja Gold Collagen Peptide 5X Treatment, a botanically derived, all-natural, cruelty-free skin care product. Read More » Your CBD Store Franchises Flourishing The fourth Your CBD Store is expected to be up and running in Rye this month. Read More » Upcoming Personal Growth Events at Drop into Your Best Self Joy Matalon and Dr. Erica Warren, cofounders of Drop into Your Best Self, a Putnam Valley-based practice offering events designed to cultivate one’s best self, have three upcoming events. Read More » Bedford 2030 to Host Clean Ride and Drive Expo on October 2 Attendees will have the opportunity to check out the latest electric vehicle (EV) models, step onto a fully electric school bus and learn from local EV owners. Read More » Sleepy Hollow SUP Witch Paddle in Sleepy Hollow on October 16 Event organizer Tara Scheller invites the public to join the witches on the water or stroll along the riverwalk and watch the witches pass by. Paddlers must preregister. Kayaks also welcome. Read More » Wisdom from the Council of Rocks Walk Michael Gulbrandsen, founder of Nature’s Whispers, will host another Wisdom Walk on October 23, from 1 to 3 p.m., at Inner Circle Farm, in Patterson. Read More » Yoga and Reiki Infusion Class at Luna Power Yoga in Mahopac Cate Bartilucci will provide a short but sweet grounding yoga practice in preparation for Jill Arena to lend her healing hands through a small-group restorative reiki session. Read More » Sacred Shamanic Ceremonies and Teachings Weekend Retreat with Yima Healing on October 22 in Putnam Valley Mojan Javadi Clarke of Yima Healing is hosting a weekend of sacred shamanic ceremonies and teachings at their retreat center starting at 2pm on October 22 and finishing at 2pm on October 23. Read More » Jazz at Life Energy Arts Gallery in Mount Kisco on October 22 This casual event will include Peter Muir at the piano playing a combination of early jazz, ragtime and classical music. Read More » Opportunities Abound for Holistic Practitioners at the Awaken Fair in Tarrytown this November Practitioners can choose from a variety of exhibitor categories to best grow their businesses, whether as a vendor, speaker, reader or healer—or a combination. Read More » A Happy Halloween for Pets: Nine Ways to Keep a Dog or Cat Safe Potential hazards to avoid and precautions to take to ensure pet dogs and cats stay healthy, happy and safe during Halloween celebrations. Read More » Beet Chips with Sea Salt and Smoked Paprika Healthy snack recipe for beet chips flavored with sea salt and smoked paprika seasoning. Read More » Beet, Greens and Goat Cheese Linguine This heart-healthy recipe adds beets, greens and goat cheese to make a flavorful linguine pasta dish. Read More » Beet Hummus Take your hummus up a notch with this tasty recipe using roasted beets. Read More » Cordyceps Sinensis Enhances Performance in Distance Runners A study finds that Cordyceps sinensis, a Himalayan fungus used in Traditional Chinese Medicine, can significantly lower heart rates and improve aerobic performance. Read More » Decontaminating Water with Plant Waste Protein Scientists have created a membrane using sunflower and peanut oilseed meal that shows potential as a cheap, sustainable and scalable method to decontaminate heavy metals from water. Read More » Fall Beets: Versatile Leaf-to-Root Eats Versatile, nutritious, colorful and flavorful, beets are an easy-to-grow, multi-season vegetable, packed with nutrition. Here are some delicious ways to enjoy them. Read More » Global Network of Artists Addresses Climate Change The World Weather Network is an international coalition of 28 arts organizations that believe artists and writers should be a larger part of the dialogue surrounding climate change. Read More » Green Schoolyards: Concrete Jungles Become Natural Playgrounds Asphalt-paved schoolyards enclosed by chain-link fencing are being transformed into green play-learn spaces, designed for and by students and the community. Read More » International Plan to Rewild Large Mammals Large mammals are important ecosystem engineers, shaping natural processes and sequestering carbon, and scientists are planning to reintroduce these animals to the wild. Read More » Inviting in the Wild Having an indoor space touched with nature’s balm takes the edge off on stressful days. Here are ways to bring the outdoors in, helping to create a natural sanctuary. Read More » Kale and Beet Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette Recipe for kale salad with beets, walnuts and goat cheese served with a delicious balsamic vinaigrette. Read More » Malignant Melanoma Linked to Seafood Consumption Eating higher amounts of fish, specifically tuna and non-fried fish, appears to increase the risk of malignant melanoma. Read More » Monarch Butterfly Now Officially Endangered The latest update to the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List of Threatened Species includes the migratory monarch butterfly. Read More » Nadine Clopton on Advancing Regenerative Organic Agriculture to Health Care As the vice president of the Global NGO Executive Committee and program manager with the Rodale Institute, Nadine Clopton is combining her loves of health, advocacy and the ecosystem. Read More » Probiotic May Increase Skin Moisture A probiotic supplement can significantly increase skin water content and reduce transepidermal water loss in the face, particularly for seniors and those with the driest skin. Read More » Reducing Radiation Risks: Ways to Lessen Electromagnetic Exposure There is strong evidence of a correlation between electromagnetic fields (EMFs) and radiofrequency radiation (RF) exposures and various health conditions. Here are ways to reduce exposure. Read More » Save the Sequoias With almost 20 percent of sequoias destroyed by wildfire in the last two years, the U.S. Forest Service is speeding efforts to protect the giant ancient trees. Read More » Supplements, Exercise and Non-Western Diet Lower Cancer Risk Research finds that vitamin D3 and marine omega-3s, plus a simple home-strength exercise program, can reduce the risk of invasive cancers by up to 61 percent. Read More » Sustainable Sanctuaries: Supporting Human and Planetary Health at Home How to incorporate elements that preserve and promote the health of humans and the planet when upgrading, remodeling building or buying new houses. Read More » The Helpful Nature of Houseplants The human health benefits of having indoor plants, including pet-friendly varietals and maintenance tips. Read More » The Joy of Movement: Dancing Boosts Our Health and Happiness By all accounts, dancing gives us a step toward better health, but equally as noteworthy is its potential to bring more fun into our lives. Read More » Viewing Art Online Improves Well-Being A study finds that viewing art online can encourage positive states like serenity, happiness and stimulation, while also lowering negative states like fear, anger, anxiety and loneliness. Read More » In-Print