Natural Awakenings Central Florida/Greater Orlando August 2022 Welcome to the August 2022 issue! Eco-Friendly Summer For thousands of years, they have been shown in research to improve mood by triggering the release of calming neurochemicals, such as GABA, in the nerve centers of the brain. Read More » Ain’t Yo Mama’s Baked Beans Now Available at Chamberlins! Last year Arlene Muffin, Chef and Creator of Ain’t Yo Mama’s Baked Beans, took a leap of faith and retired from her day job to bring her popular baked beans to our community. Read More » Back by Popular Demand: Spirit Fest in Orlando The Spirit Fest: Metaphysical and Holistic Fair will be held on Saturday, Sept10 (10 am-6 pm) and Sunday, Sept 11 (10 am-5:30 pm), 2022, at the Avanti Palms Resort. Read More » Barbara Baldwin, DO, FACOP, Joins Cannizzaro Integrative Pediatric Center Cannizzaro Integrative Pediatric Center (CIPC) announces the addition of pediatrician Dr. Barbara Baldwin to its staff of holistic practitioners. Read More » Christ Church Unity of Orlando becomes Unity of Central Florida Unity of Central Florida is a welcoming community dedicated to transforming lives, celebrating diversity and supporting soul growth. Read More » Dr. Kirti Kalidas Offers Ozone Therapy Ozone addresses the key issues in almost all disease conditions: oxygen delivery, blood circulation, detoxification—and it boosts the Immune System. Read More » Emily’s Pure Jamaican Black Castor Oil Now Available As a Salon Owner and Master Stylist since 1990, Denise E. Hewitt is also a Certified Trichologist. Her passion is to keep the health of the hair and scalp a primary focus. Read More » Enroll Today to Become a Licensed Massage Therapist The Central Florida School of Massage Therapy, Inc. is dedicated to providing quality in education. Read More » Free Mindfulness Training with Cruzie Kelly Redwing Collective has recently formed to nourish individual and community well-being while addressing the mental health equity gap. Read More » Shifting Souls Has Pivoted! Kara Dewey is now the proud owner of Shifting Souls Metaphysical Shop located inside Unity of Central Florida. Read More » Spirit of Enlightenment Gala Day Southern Cassadaga Spiritualist Camp is hosting Spirit of Enlightenment Gala Day from 10 am to 4 pm on Saturday, August 13, 2022. Read More » Tribal Acres Cooler Club is Accepting Summer Orders Locally located on 150 acres in Groveland, Tribal Acres Farm is a 1st generation family-owned regenerative farm which specializes in cattle, swine & poultry. Read More » Avoid Anti-Inflammatory Drugs to Lower Long-Term Pain Risk Taking anti-inflammatory drugs for pain relief can actually lead to chronic long-term pain, say researchers. Read More » Basil Grilled Oysters Delicious recipe for grilled oysters topped with a basil vinaigrette. Read More » Change Your Words Change Your Life When we change the way we speak about our life, we reclaim the power to change its trajectory. Read More » Cioppino This seafood soup, popularized by Italian immigrants in San Francisco, offers up an appealing assortment of fish and shellfish in a tomato-based broth. Read More » Eat Green and Orange Produce to Lower Dementia Risk Researchers have found that green veggies and orange fruits can help stave off dementia. Read More » Fashion Industry Sustainability Campaigns Fall Short A recent report finds that environmental certification programs claiming to verify the sustainability of fashion brands facilitate “greenwashing” for the apparel industry. Read More » Mindful Kudos: Best Ways to Praise Kids and Boost Self-Confidence Praise can build character, motivation and resilience in kids if delivered in the correct way. Here is some research-based advice for parents when it comes to skillfully praising children. Read More » New Underwater Maps Track Fish To better track the location and movement of marine fish in U.S. waters, The U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Fisheries is using a new interactive website. Read More » Optimize Gut Health in Kids with ADHD or Autism Symptoms The key role that the microbiome plays in children’s health has been documented in a study that links gut health to symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and autism. Read More » Planet-Friendly Picnicking: Strategies for a Plastic-Free Outing It’s time to level up our picnicking game by going plastic-free. With a little planning, simple swap-outs are easy and less costly in the long run. Read More » Raising a Well-Rounded Child: Practical Ways to Build Lasting Life Skills For kids to develop the solid foundation they need, parents should practice a full-spectrum approach that rounds out their experiences and skills, while instilling confidence and resilience. Read More » Sautéed Mussels This recipe for sautéed mussels is bursting with fresh flavors. Read More » Soothing Scents: Top Eight Essential Oils for Anxiety Relief Breathing in essential oils has been shown to improve mood and mental wellness. In particular, eight unique essential oils for anxiety have been explored in scientific literature. Read More » Sustainable Shellfish: Superfood of the Sea Shellfish is delicious, fast-growing, nutritionally dense, sustainably produced, locally available from coast to coast and comes in nature’s own sturdy packaging. Read More » Take a Social Media Break to Improve Mental Health A new study finds that taking a break from social media for one week can significantly improve well-being, depression and anxiety. Read More » Takeaways from Childhood Experts: Some Sound Strategies for Child-Raising Expert tips and strategies to help parents navigate child-raising. Read More » The Greening of Packaging: Cleaning and Personal Care Products Go Eco Consumers are demanding that home cleaning and personal care products come in environmentally friendly packaging that reduces waste and plastic use. Read More » United Nations to Better Represent Indigenous Peoples The United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues called on governments, courts and UN agencies to implement mechanisms to support and protect Indigenous peoples’ lands and lives. Read More » Vegan Shellfish Alternatives Vegans or people with shellfish allergies can still enjoy the rich umami flavor of an oyster or clam with a little creativity. Here are a few suggested alternatives. Read More » What’s New in Eco-Manufacturing and Packaging From refillable lipstick to toothpaste tablets to reusable wipes and more, discover the latest trends in eco-manufacturing and packaging. Read More » In-Print