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December 2019

Keep the Holidays Happy for Your Highly Sensitive Child

Dec 01, 2019 12:00AM ● By Amy Vasterling

The holiday season is upon us and with it comes some extra needed attention in parenting, especially if you have a highly sensitive child. Being highly sensitive is a personality type ...

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Not All CBD is Created Equal

Dec 01, 2019 12:00AM

The people of Minnesota have long waited for a reputable CBD company to open its doors. Luckily, Nothing But Hemp has opened its doors in multiple locations, including Uptown; Grand Avenue (St. Paul) Downtown; White Bear Lake, Maplewood Mall and Forest Lake.

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Gifts from the Ocean: A Holiday Seafood Box

Dec 01, 2019 12:00AM

With the fishing season wrapped up in Alaska and the snow already falling on the ground here in Minnesota, there is only one thing to do: hibernate and dream of turkey, lefse, caramels, ham, squash, king salmon and halibut!

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Seeking Women for Support Group Analysis

Dec 01, 2019 12:00AM

Positive Power Psychology, is seeking women who have experienced emotional, verbal and/or physical abuse in a love relationship, for an informational/support group to help heal and become empowered again.

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Natural Awakenings Twin Cities - December 2019

Dec 01, 2019 12:00AM

Read the December 2019 edition of Natural Awakenings Twin Cities. Featuring: Uplifting Humanity PLUS Earth-Friendly Holidays

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Eat Mushrooms to Lower Risk of Prostate Cancer

Nov 27, 2019 08:30AM

Research finds that consuming culinary mushrooms three times a week can lower the chance of developing prostate cancer by 17 percent.

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Maintain a Healthy Diet and Weight to Lower Cataract Risk

Nov 27, 2019 08:30AM

Maintaining a healthy body mass index (BMI) of less than 25, combined with a healthy diet, can reduce the risk of developing cataracts.

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Train Students in Mindfulness to Reduce Stress and Improve Grades

Nov 27, 2019 08:30AM

Middle school students who receive mindfulness training experience lower stress levels, less depression and improved academic performance.

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Reduce Blood Pressure and Heart Attacks With Better Gut Bacteria

Nov 27, 2019 08:30AM

Gut bacteria may affect how hypertensive patients respond to medications and whether cardiac patients are more likely to have heart attacks.

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Eat a Better Diet to Improve Gut Bacteria

Nov 27, 2019 08:30AM

Those with higher quality diets have significantly better gut bacteria diversity, a factor linked to reduced risk for a variety of diseases.

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Marry to Halve the Risk of Dementia

Nov 27, 2019 08:30AM

Researchers find unmarried individuals—cohabiting, divorced, separated, widowed and never married—have significantly higher odds of developing dementia than their married counterparts.

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Extreme Weather Events Affect Mental Well-Being

Nov 27, 2019 08:30AM

People that experience storm and flood damage to their homes are about 50 percent more likely to experience depression and anxiety.

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Eat Nuts to Reduce Odds of Death From Heart Disease

Nov 27, 2019 08:30AM

Eating nuts, a good source of unsaturated fat, two or more times per week have a 17 percent lower risk of dying from a heart attack or stroke.

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Lab Steak: Making Meat Without Animals

Nov 27, 2019 08:30AM

The Alliance for Meat, Poultry and Seafood Innovation is seeking to create real meat from animal cells without the need to slaughter animals.

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Nature Cure: Forests and Shrubs Lower Medical Costs

Nov 27, 2019 08:30AM

Higher levels of forest and shrub cover throughout the country correspond to lower levels of Medicare health care spending.

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Charge It: Electric Vehicles Get Their Own ‘Gas’ Station

Nov 27, 2019 08:30AM

A Maryland gas station owner has replaced his pumps with electric vehicle chargers, making it the first such exclusive charging station in the country.

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Animal Rescue: Government Order Reduces Animal Testing

Nov 27, 2019 08:30AM

The Environmental Protection Agency is moving to reduce the animal testing it has long required to gauge the toxicity of chemicals before they can be bought, sold or used in the environment.

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Heave Ho: Cruise Line Abandons Plastic Bottles

Nov 27, 2019 08:30AM

As a result of its partnership with Just Goods, Inc., the Norwegian Cruise Line will replace single-use plastic bottles across its fleet by January 1, 2020.

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Lung Relief: Biosolar Leaf Purifies Air in London

Nov 27, 2019 08:30AM

Large, solar panel-like structures on the sides of buildings are being used to grow microalgae, phytoplankton and diatoms, purifying the air while generating breathable oxygen.

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Repurposing Weeds: Pond Plants Offer Protein Strategy

Nov 27, 2019 08:30AM

Duckweed, a fast-growing plant that blooms on bodies of water, is a superior protein source relatively free of allergens or endangered by climate change.

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Burn Notice: Safe and Sustainable Fireplace Practices

Nov 27, 2019 08:30AM

Sustainable, safe and healthy practices for using indoor fireplaces and wood stoves—especially when it comes to maintaining air quality.

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The Emerging Power of ‘We’: Awakening to the Evolution of Community

Nov 27, 2019 08:30AM

In this time of climate and societal problems, intentional communities that challenge the “It’s all about me” culture are pointing the way to collective solutions that can save the planet.

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Waste-Free Feasting: How to Reduce Holiday Food Waste

Nov 27, 2019 08:30AM

Eco-friendly holiday waste reduction strategies to apply when planning the family meal gatherings.

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Surgeon Mary Neal on Lessons From Heaven

Nov 27, 2019 08:30AM

Orthopedic surgeon Mary Neal writes about her near-death experiences and the purpose of life in her books To Heaven and Back and 7 Lessons from Heaven.

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Beyond Calcium: Full-Spectrum Bone Health

Nov 27, 2019 08:30AM

Calcium strategies, the right balance of mineral-rich foods, supplements and exercises that increase bone density and muscle mass all help to keep bones strong and fall-resistant.

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The Merry Vegan: People-Pleasing Holiday Sweets

Nov 27, 2019 08:30AM

Healthy vegan, gluten- and grain-free holiday treats and desserts, including recipes for peanut butter cookies, no-bake pecan snowballs and peanut butter cup bars.

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Inhaling the Joy of Life: Conscious Breathwork

Nov 27, 2019 08:30AM

Mindfully guiding our breath back to its original rhythm helps lower stress and improve vagal tone, easing such conditions as depression, insomnia and pain syndromes.

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The Generous Heart: How Giving Transforms Us

Nov 27, 2019 08:30AM

When we give to others, whether it’s an act of kindness, generosity or compassion, it helps us live from the heart instead of the ego.

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Refresh Holiday Traditions: Making the Old New and Green

Nov 27, 2019 08:30AM

Eco-friendly, green twists on holiday family traditions to help instill the importance of sustainability in kids.

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Perfect Pet Presents: Safe and Eco-Smart Toys

Nov 27, 2019 08:30AM

When picking out holiday gifts for our beloved dogs and cats, follow these guidelines to make sure the toys are safe for the pet and eco-friendly for the planet.

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Erin Thole: Certified Natural Healthcare Practitioner

Nov 01, 2019 12:00AM

Many people have come to realize that the current healthcare system is one that compartmentalizes the body and typically addresses the symptoms instead of the root cause of diseases and conditions.

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