Natural Awakenings Central Florida/Greater Orlando November 2023 Welcome to the November 2023 issue! Veggies for the Holidays As the Holiday festivities approach, we are focusing on making veggies the main event. We'll be testing out the plant-based recipes from this issue in my kitchen, and the turkey will be pardoned. Read More » 8 Tips for Minimalism and Decluttering Your Space Decluttering offers numerous mental health benefits and potential cost savings. Read More » Serenity Center Celebrates with Gratitude: All Welcome! On Saturday, November 25, 2023, (10am-2pm), Serenity Center welcomes all to come browse, ask questions and partake in sample sessions from their practitioners for free. Read More » Forgiveness: A Path to Oneness Most of us have people in our lives that we find difficult to forgive. We may not realize the difference between forgiveness and pardon. This simple technique can help you let go of the energetic blocks that prevent you from experiencing Oneness. Read More » Holiday Event at All Seven Chamberlin’s On Saturday, November 18, 2023, (11am-3pm), enjoy Free samples of BBQ sauce & veggie dogs, plus the perfect companions for your holiday feasts: from chips and snacks to iced tea and lemonade. Read More » Acupuncture to Boost Muscle Health Muscle loss can have a significant impact on a person’s quality of life, leading to decreased mobility and strength. Read More » Air Pollution and Antibiotic Resistance Air pollution is not only harmful to human health, but it can also contribute to antibiotic resistance. Read More » A Pebble of Kindness in the Stagnant Pond From kindergarten classrooms to inspired blogs, kindness is a practice that is encouraged throughout society. Read More » Causes of Long COVID For the 28 percent of patients that had or have long COVID, the initial infection was just the beginning of an extended and confusing journey of illness. Read More » Creamy Leek Polenta Delicious and nutritious plant focused holiday recipes. Read More » Devastating Effects of Sand Extraction According to a report from the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), the world's oceans are being stripped of sand at a massive rate, with more than 6 billion tons extracted annually. Read More » Exploring COVID Immunity Scientists from around the world are looking at those lucky people that never tested positive for COVID-19 or were asymptomatic despite repeated exposure to the virus. Read More » Fall Farro Bake Delicious and nutritious plant focused holiday recipes. Read More » G20 Progress on Clean Energy, but Not on Fossil Fuels The G20 announcement has sparked discussions on the feasibility and implications of replacing fossil fuels with renewable energy sources. Read More » Golden Beet Vegan Meatballs with Almond Sage Cranberry Cream Delicious and nutritious plant focused holiday recipes. Read More » Herbed Lentil Patties with Mushroom Sauce Delicious and nutritious plant focused holiday recipes. Read More » Lung Maintenance 101: Natural Strategies to Breathe Easier Most people inhale about 22,000 times per day without realizing it, but for the more than 34 million Americans living with lung diseases like asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, taking a breath is often difficult. Read More » Mini Curried Lentil Wellingtons Delicious and nutritious plant focused holiday recipes. Read More » Organic Sparkling Lemonade Delicious and nutritious plant focused holiday recipes. Read More » Plant-Forward Holidays: Festive Foods Everyone Will Crave A plant-forward menu can be one of the best gifts that a host can give this holiday season. It is also more likely than ever that guests will welcome a celebration menu filled with vegetables and fruits. Read More » Promising Developments for Artificial Kidneys According to a paper published in Nature, researchers have made significant strides in the development of an artificial kidney. Read More » Responsible Pet Adoption: Guarantee a Forever Home for a Furry Friend The idea of bringing a new pet home conjures up images of endless cuddles and joyful frolicking, but there are crucial responsibilities to consider, too. Read More » Restoring Near-Extinct Chocolate Ecuador's Nacional cacao bean was a world-renowned delicacy until a blight and witches’ broom disease eradicated most trees in the early 1900s. Read More » Roasted Whole Cauliflower With Cashew Cream Delicious and nutritious plant focused holiday recipes. Read More » Rosemary Spicy Roasted Nuts Delicious and nutritious plant focused holiday recipes. Read More » Using Fungal Mycelium for Electronics Researchers have been exploring sustainable alternatives for electronic materials due to the increasing generation of electronic waste. Read More » Vegetable Pot Pie Delicious and nutritious plant focused holiday recipes. Read More » Vitamins May Improve Memory Taking multivitamin supplements may improve memory in older adults, according to a study published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. Read More » In-Print