Twin Cities Must Reads
Women: Reclaiming Our Power During Menopause
At Healing Waters Health Center, we welcome women seeking space to reconnect with themselves and explore a greater sense of ease in their bodies and lives.
Read MoreWhat Happens After a Tooth Comes Out
After tooth extraction, how the area is checked and cared for can affect the surrounding tissues and future treatment options.
Read MoreBetter Outlook for Organic Honey
New research suggests bees forage much closer to their hives than previously thought, potentially easing organic honey certification rules while maintaining low pesticide residues.
Read MoreRecycling PVC Into Motor Oil
Scientists have developed a chemical process that converts hard-to-recycle PVC plastic into ingredients for motor oil and industrial lubricants, offering a potential solution to plastic waste.
Read MoreBurying Underwear for Science
Swiss researchers buried more than 2,000 pairs of cotton underwear to measure soil health, finding faster decomposition in nutrient-rich, biologically active garden soils.
Read MoreMoths Smell With Their Wings
Researchers discovered that tobacco hawkmoths detect certain odors through specialized sensory hairs on their wings, revealing a surprising adaptation for sensing their environment.
Read MoreNorth American Bird Losses Are Accelerating
A 2026 study links accelerating bird population declines across North America to intensive agriculture and rising temperatures, with particularly rapid losses in several U.S. regions.
Read MorePleasant Experiences Relieve Depression
A clinical trial found that psychotherapy focused on savoring positive experiences and building joy reduced depression and anxiety symptoms more effectively than treatment targeting negative emotions.
Read MoreYo-Yo Dieting and Health
A comprehensive research review found no evidence that repeated weight loss and regain permanently damages metabolism or causes disproportionate muscle loss in people with obesity.
Read MoreWhy Women’s Pain Lasts Longer
New research suggests testosterone may help men recover from injury-related pain faster by increasing an anti-inflammatory protein, offering clues to sex differences in pain recovery.
Read MoreUrolithin A’s Promise for Gut Health
Research suggests urolithin A, a compound produced from foods such as pomegranates and walnuts, may strengthen the intestinal barrier and offer new possibilities for inflammatory bowel disease.
Read MoreBenefits of Black and Green Rice
Japanese researchers found that black and green rice contain beneficial fat compounds and digest more slowly than white rice, potentially supporting blood sugar control and metabolic health.
Read MoreGreen Gift Guide for the Holidays
Eco-friendly holiday gift ideas include reusable essentials, sustainable personal care, nature experiences and conservation gifts that reduce waste and support a healthier planet.
Read MoreHomeopathy Myths: Refuting the Most Common Misconceptions
Homeopathy myths range from confusing remedies with herbal medicine to misconceptions about regulation, dosing and practitioner training, as advocates explain the system's principles.
Read MoreSafe Havens for Happy Dogs and Cats Designing a Stress-Free Space for Our Pets
Creating a stress-free home for dogs and cats starts with calming routines, quiet retreats and understanding how household noise and human emotions affect pet well-being.
Read MoreHelping Children Navigate Loss: Gentle Grief Activities for Young Hearts
Children process grief through play, music, stories and memory boxes, offering gentle ways to express emotions and cope with the loss of loved ones, pets or familiar routines.
Read MoreThe Prediabetes Wake-Up Call: Lifestyle Changes To Keep Diabetes at Bay
A prediabetes diagnosis is not a life sentence. It is a call to action, and for most people, an entirely reversible one. Two health experts share the food strategies, mindset shifts and small daily habits that help patients steady their blood sugar without feeling restricted.
Read MoreBuilding Strength for Life: Why Resistance Training Is a Key to Aging Well
Resistance training supports healthy aging by preserving muscle, strengthening bones and improving balance, mobility and independence, with safe techniques for every fitness level.
Read MoreHow Trees Make Rain: The Wonder of Forests and Weather
Forests help generate rainfall by releasing water vapor into the atmosphere, revealing how trees influence weather patterns, protect watersheds and support global climate resilience.
Read MoreNovember’s Call for Introspection
November’s quieter days invite reflection on gratitude, unfinished goals and meaningful connections, offering a seasonal reminder to appreciate life's overlooked abundance.
Read MoreMaple Balsamic Brussels Sprouts With Honeynut Squash and Walnuts
Roasted Brussels sprouts and tender honeynut squash meet crunchy walnuts in a sweet maple-balsamic glaze, creating a colorful, caramelized holiday side dish bursting with seasonal flavor.
Read MorePomegranate and Lentil Salad
Juicy pomegranate seeds, crisp apples, roasted squash and crunchy pecans mingle with kale and crispy lentils in a vibrant autumn salad finished with a tangy balsamic dressing.
Read MoreGarlic Cauliflower Mash
Tender cauliflower and garlic blend with olive oil into a silky, savory mash that delivers comforting, creamy flavor in a lighter alternative to traditional mashed potatoes.
Read MorePecan Apple Crisp
Warm cinnamon-spiced apples bake beneath a golden, crunchy pecan-oat topping, creating a cozy, maple-sweetened holiday dessert perfect with Greek yogurt, whipped cream or ice cream.
Read MoreHealthy Mashed Potatoes
Fluffy Yukon gold potatoes blend with tangy Greek yogurt, skim milk and a touch of butter for a creamy, comforting Thanksgiving classic with a lighter, protein-rich twist.
Read MoreHealthy Swaps for the Holiday Table: Thanksgiving Never Tasted So Good
Healthy Thanksgiving recipes preserve traditional flavors with nutritious swaps such as Greek yogurt, cauliflower, whole grains and natural sweeteners for a balanced holiday feast.
Read MoreBlueprint for Alzheimer’s Prevention: A Conversation With Dr. David Perlmutter
Neurologist Dr. David Perlmutter explores how metabolic health, inflammation, gut bacteria, sleep and exercise may influence Alzheimer’s risk and long-term brain health.
Read MoreGrowing Our Capacity for Gratitude: How to Practice Thankfulness Every Day
Research links regular gratitude practices to improved mood, reduced anxiety and greater life satisfaction, while specific daily expressions of thanks can strengthen emotional resilience.
Read MoreHow Dogs and Cats Bounce Back: Unlocking a Pet’s Natural Healing Powers
Pet healing depends on rest, nutrition, calm surroundings and whole-body care, with dogs and cats recovering through four overlapping stages of tissue repair.
Read MoreDecoding Sleep Apnea: Hidden Causes and Overlooked Symptoms
Sleep apnea can hide behind fatigue, headaches, mouth breathing and brain fog, while airway anatomy, inflammation and nasal congestion may raise risk.
Read MoreA Bushel of Goodness: Enchanting Ways to Enjoy Apples
Apples deliver fiber, antioxidants and versatile flavor, with colorful and tart varieties offering distinct benefits for gut, heart and metabolic health.
Read MoreOctober 2026 Natural Awakenings Twin Cities Magazine
Our October 2026 issue of Natural Awakenings Twin CIties explores healing beyond symptoms and asks, "What does the body need in order to heal?"
Read MoreA Path to a Healthy Body and Soul: Two Opportunities to Join
Guido Kury, M.D., and Brigitte Schneider, a natural healing practitioner, will present "A Path to a Healthy Body and Soul Through the Teaching of Bruno Groening" on Oct. 26 & 27.
Read MoreEnergy Wellness Sessions Offer Support for Seasonal Change
Allison Dawn Energy Healing will offer Balance Your Energy, a free small-group session to mental, emotional and physical wellness, from 6 to 6:45 p.m., Oct. 14, and 2 to 2:45 p.m., Nov. 7.
Read MoreSample Your Way to Wellness at Optimal Wellness Solutions
Optimal Wellness Solutions will host a Service Sampler from 5-8:30 p.m., Oct. 14, offering an opportunity to experience a variety of holistic wellness services through complimentary sessions.
Read MoreBack to Basics Chiropractic Supports Families Through Every Stage
From the physical changes of pregnancy to postpartum recovery and the needs of growing children, families can face different challenges at every stage.
Read MoreBeyond the Couch: Where Energy Work Meets the Mental Health Conversation
Americans are running on overdrive, and it’s showing up in the nation’s mental health.
Read MoreHealthy Mouth, Healthy Heart, Better Sleep
Maintaining a healthy mouth may also play a role in cardiovascular health, particularly because periodontal disease can contribute to inflammation throughout the body.
Read MoreHomeopathy Local Resources
Read more for to learn more about local homeopathic practitioners.
Read MoreGreen Halloween
Sustainable Halloween ideas cut waste with reusable costumes, natural décor, smarter treats, wildlife-safe choices and energy-saving lights.
Read MoreHomeopathy vs. Herbal Medicine: Two Natural Approaches With Very Different Principles
Herbal medicine uses active plant compounds, while homeopathy relies on highly diluted substances and the principle of “like cures like,” making the two approaches distinct.
Read MorePower of Music for Growing Minds: How Rhythm, Melody and Movement Support Child Development
Music supports child development by strengthening memory, focus, coordination, emotional regulation and social skills through rhythm, melody and movement.
Read MoreStraightening Up: Exercises to Improve Posture and Well-Being
Poor posture can contribute to pain and stiffness, while daily stretches, core strengthening and better screen habits may improve alignment and mobility.
Read MoreCreating a Wildlife Habitat at Home: Healing the Land, One Yard at a Time
Native plants, layered landscaping and fewer pesticides can turn even small yards into wildlife habitat that supports pollinators, birds and biodiversity.
Read MoreFinding Answers in the Darkness
October’s shorter days and reflective mood invite creativity, gratitude and quiet routines that make space for memory, mystery and forgotten dreams.
Read MoreChicken Curry Salad With Apples and Parsley
Tender chicken, crisp apples, warm curry and fresh parsley come together in a creamy salad that works beautifully in pitas, sandwiches or alongside greens.
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