Skip to main content

Natural Awakenings Twin Cities

Healing Ways

Last Updated: Oct 31, 2021 08:00PM • Subscribe via RSS • ATOM

Near Death Experience: Life is a Bigger Story

Oct 31, 2021 08:00PM ● By Tracy Sigfrid

Sponsored Content An NDE provides a vivid glimpse of what is to come when we leave this life. It is a profound personal experience associated with death. It is not a mystery, although it may seem mysterious.

Read More »
Colorful illustration of a head with a thought cloud coming out of top, illustrating a healthy mind
Healthy Brain Strategies: How to Prevent Cognitive Decline

Oct 29, 2021 08:30AM ● By Linda Sechrist

The old paradigm of inevitable aging and cognitive decline is being shifted by functional medicine experts into a new paradigm based on the brain’s neuroplasticity.

Read More »
Is One Monthly Breast Exam Enough?

Sep 30, 2021 07:00PM ● By Joyce Sobotta

Sponsored Content Breasts are sensitive to hormonal changes, and nonmalignant lumps or thickening that often go away over time, which is why you need to do more than just “looking for lumps” once a month.

Read More »
Good Grief: Four Tips to Navigate Grief

Sep 30, 2021 07:00PM ● By Nea Dalla Valle

Sponsored Content The experience of grief is overwhelming and can show up and interrupt life at the most inopportune time and in the most unexpected ways, but it is also necessary. Learn four tips for coping.

Read More »
Woman holding up one strap of white bra
Healthy Breast Basics: Lifestyle Choices to Lower Disease Risks

Sep 30, 2021 08:30AM ● By Sandra Yeyati

One in eight American women develops breast cancer in the course of her lifetime, but that risk can be reduced by holistic strategies such as dietary changes, cleanses and breast self-exams.

Read More »
Finding Pain Relief in Essential Oils: A Personal Journey

Aug 31, 2021 08:00PM ● By Rachel Kass

When Rachel Kass faced debilitating pain of neuropathy, she turned to essential oils to find relief. She shares her journey and lessons that can help you find the right products for pain.

Read More »
Three Ways to Improve Pain Management and Combat Opioid Misuse in the U.S.

Aug 31, 2021 08:00PM ● By Dr. Michele Maiers

One concerning trend is that pain sufferers, who may rely on regular in-person care from healthcare practitioners had to modify or forego treatment to accommodate pandemic restrictions.

Read More »
Don’t Simply Manage Pain, Resolve It

Aug 31, 2021 08:00PM ● By Chelsea Kazmierczak-Goethel

Inflammation is mentioned when someone is experiencing joint pain, headaches, and a myriad of other symptoms, and rightfully so, as inflammation is the origin of pain.

Read More »
Creative Moves in Cleansing the Immune System

Aug 31, 2021 08:00PM ● By Joyce Sobotta

The lymphatic system’s primary function is to isolate infection and debris and transport it through filtration points known as lymph nodes.

Read More »
Journal sitting on table with hand holding pen having wrote heal yourself in ink on page
Conquering Chronic Pain: How the Body-Mind Connection Works

Aug 31, 2021 08:30AM ● By Ronica O’Hara

Understanding the mind/body connection is to key for patients seeking healing from chronic pain through holistic approaches.

Read More »
Artistic silhouette with multiple colors bursting
Art’s Embrace: Healing Through Creativity

Aug 31, 2021 08:30AM ● By Sandra Yeyati

Art can be a powerful force for healing. Throughout America, art’s redemption takes center stage at hospitals, nursing homes, jails, public spaces and homeless shelters.

Read More »
Life coach taking notes while working with client during coaching session
Unleash Your True Potential: Working with a Life Coach Can Help

Jul 30, 2021 08:30AM ● By Sandra Yeyati

The benefits of working with a life coach to better understand ourselves and lead fulfilled lives, including tips for hiring the right coach for individual needs.

Read More »
Person running through field holding colorful balloons with mountains in background
Think Yourself Happy: Seven Ways to Change Your Mind and Be Happier

Jul 30, 2021 08:30AM ● By Ronica O’Hara

Simple, research-based methods to change our thinking, rewire our brains and ultimately, increase our levels of happiness.

Read More »
3 Tips for Healthy Summer Skin

Jul 01, 2021 12:01AM ● By Angie Balsimo

It's crucial to take care of your skin. It is the first line of defense against harmful viruses and environmental toxins. The heat and sun of the summer make it even more important.

Read More »
Couple sleeping in bed on their sides embracing on white sheets with pillows, candles, mugs, and a picture frame above their headboard behind them.
Sweet Slumber: Natural Tips for Deep Sleep

Jun 30, 2021 08:30AM ● By Ronica O’Hara

Being sleep-deprived raises our risk of obesity, depression, heart disease, dementia and a weakened immune system. Here are simple, non-pharmaceutical solutions for better sleep.

Read More »
Depression patient sitting on couch eating healthy foods to help naturally improve mental health
Beat the Blues Naturally: Drug-Free Ways to Treat Depression

May 28, 2021 08:30AM ● By Julie Peterson

Herbs, dietary changes, exercise routines and other effective alternative therapies to naturally help treat those suffering from depression without the side effects of antidepressants.

Read More »
Appreciate, Nurture and Love Your Breasts

May 02, 2021 12:30PM ● By Joyce Sobotta

Breasts lie in the fourth quadrant of our body, just over the heart. Loving them with unconditional acceptance and love along with a gentle lymphatic self-massage will ward off disease.

Read More »
Aconitum napellus
Homeopathy to the Rescue: Create a Family First-Aid Kit

Apr 30, 2021 08:30AM ● By Marlaina Donato

The emergency remedies of homeopathy are straight-forward, low-cost and easy to administer for first aid to cuts, burns, bumps and bruises, insect bites, and poison ivy.

Read More »
Group of healthy women looking off in the distance
Integrative Women’s Wellness: Five Top Health Concerns and What to Do

Apr 30, 2021 08:30AM ● By Ronica O’Hara

Holistic, integrative approaches for women's top five health concerns including cancer, heart disease, autoimmune diseases, hormonal imbalances and depression.

Read More »
Understanding Hard Flaccid

Apr 01, 2021 09:45AM ● By Melissa Cathcart

Hard Flaccid (HF), a Chronic Pelvic Pain Syndromes (CPPS) that affects males, is so new to the medical world that most physicians have not heard of it.

Read More »
Allergy-sufferer outdoors holding bouquet of flowers, naturally symptom-free
Breathe Easy: Natural Remedies for Allergy Woes

Mar 31, 2021 08:30AM ● By Ronica O’Hara

Holistic, non-pharmaceutical approaches to naturally fighting off seasonal allergies for the 1 in 5 Americans suffering from allergic rhinitis—also known as hay fever.

Read More »
Essential Oils Move from Mysticism to Mainstream

Mar 02, 2021 08:00AM ● By Joyce Sobotta

Most people have heard of essential oils and many are experimenting with their efficacy, resulting in their use moving from the realm of mysticism into the mainstream and benefitting us all.

Read More »
Ashwagandha vs. Rhodiola: Choosing What's Right for You

Mar 02, 2021 08:00AM ● By Alina Hornfeldt

Adaptogens have been a popular ingredient in the supplement world and the two most popular are ashwagandha and rhodiola. Learn more to decide which one is right for you.

Read More »
Psychedelic mushrooms containing psilocybin for mental health healing
The Healing Potential of Psychedelic Medicines: Promising Studies on Stress Disorder, Depression and Addiction

Feb 26, 2021 08:30AM ● By Linda Sechrist

Studies show that psychedelics such as psilocybin and MDMA can help heal trauma, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, anxiety, addiction and other mental and behavioral conditions.

Read More »
Romantic Relationship Toolkit from IntimacyRetreat.com

Feb 02, 2021 08:00AM ● By Diana Daffner

There are many resources for couples committed to intimacy. This article includes tools you can use for improving your relationship this year like caring communication and love languages.

Read More »
Using mindfulness meditation practice to create inner peace
Tools for Inner Peace: Exploring Mindfulness and Meditation

Jan 29, 2021 08:30AM ● By Marlaina Donato

Mindfulness, which puts us into the moment, and meditation, which accesses deeper levels of consciousness, offer science-backed benefits for body and psyche, helping us achieve inner peace.

Read More »
Natural heart health
Live a Heart-Healthy Lifestyle: Integrative Cardiologists on Preventing Heart Disease

Jan 29, 2021 08:30AM ● By Ronica O’Hara

Research shows that simple lifestyle changes can prevent 80 percent of cardiovascular disease deaths through diet, exercise and other holistic prevention options to improve heart health.

Read More »
Finding Pain Relief in Essential Oils: A Personal Journey

Jan 09, 2021 12:00AM ● By Amanda Lim

For years, Rachel Kass, a healthcare worker who spends long hours on her feet, had struggled with varicose veins.

Read More »
Inflammation and the Immune System

Jan 02, 2021 12:01AM ● By Joyce Sobotta

Causing an inflammatory response is one way the immune system responds to a threat and starts to fight off bacteria or tissue damage. Learn a natural approach to reducing inflammation.

Read More »
Shopping for healthy food on a budget
Frugal Wellness: Healthy Living on a Tight Budget

Dec 30, 2020 08:30AM ● By Yvette C. Hammett

How to live healthy on a tight budget by setting up a self-care plan, shopping nutritious foods wisely and spending less on gym memberships without sacrificing wellness.

Read More »
Integrative holistic medicine patient
Integrative Hospital Care: Medicine Embraces Holistic Modalities

Dec 30, 2020 08:30AM ● By Marlaina Donato

Thanks to new research and rising patient interest, healing holistic therapies are increasingly being integrated in hospital care across the country.

Read More »
Group of people singing and playing music to uplift and heal
Sing to Heal: Using the Voice to Uplift Mind and Body

Nov 27, 2020 08:30AM ● By Marlaina Donato

Singing along to music, humming or chanting mantras can boost mental and physical health, from improving immunity, memory and mood to reducing stress, depression and anxiety.

Read More »
Skincare Supplements: Beauty from Within

Oct 31, 2020 08:00AM ● By Alina Hornfeldt

While our overall health, including diet and movement levels, will have the greatest effect on our skin, supplementing with a few key herbs can help in resolving the most common skin ailments.

Read More »
Natural Homemade Skincare
Natural Beauty: Homemade Solutions for Glowing Skin

Oct 30, 2020 08:30AM ● By April Thompson

Natural DIY skincare routines using chemical-free, inexpensive ingredients made from healthy, everyday products already present in most homes.

Read More »
Healthy Food to Prevent Type 2 Diabetes
Preventing Type 2 Diabetes: Natural Lifestyle Choices to Curb the Disease

Oct 30, 2020 08:30AM ● By Marlaina Donato

Research-backed lifestyle strategies, including healthy diet, exercise, herbs and sleep, that can help to lower the risk and harm of diabetes.

Read More »
Take the Road Less Traveled

Oct 01, 2020 12:00AM ● By Joyce Sobotta

Take the road less traveled, you can use new ways to promote breast health instead of promoting awareness of cancer. Self-care with nutrition; stretching and exercise; understanding your emotions and learning how to deal with them; and getting rid of toxic waste in your body with a lymphatic breast self-massage are important steps to gain a new perspective and take that road to breast health.

Read More »
Stretching Joints
Strong and Supple Joints: How to Keep Hips and Knees Happy

Sep 30, 2020 08:30AM ● By Ronica O’Hara

By taking simple, natural preventive and remedial measures proactively, we can strengthen knee and hip joints, handle related problems if they arise and remain physically strong and active.

Read More »
Calm, Stress-Free Individual
Calm Down: Taming the Flames of Stress-Related Illness

Sep 30, 2020 08:30AM ● By Marlaina Donato

Stress can be harmful to our overall health. Here are lifestyle changes to release trauma and relieve stress through diet, safe herbal remedies, gentle energy modalities and more.

Read More »
Natural Antiviral Foods
Natural Antivirals: Help in Staying Strong and Healthy

Aug 31, 2020 08:30AM ● By Ronica O’Hara

Often-overlooked natural remedies with antiviral properties that may help to prevent virus infections like COVID-19 from becoming symptomatic or severe.

Read More »
Loved ones showing emotional well-being support
Emotional Well-Being in the Pandemic Age: Self-Care Strategies for Tough Times

Aug 31, 2020 08:30AM ● By Sandra Yeyati

Healthy ways to cope with the stress the pandemic has placed on mental and emotional health using self-care and compassion strategies to build up confidence, courage and positivity.

Read More »
Annual Mycelium Mysteries Women’s Conference Goes Online This Year

Aug 30, 2020 02:03PM

Mycelium Mysteries, a virtual women’s conference is intended to provide inspiration and education about mushrooms for the health and healing of people and the planet.

Read More »
Saffron: The Sunshine Supplement

Aug 30, 2020 01:34PM ● By Alina Hornfeldt

Saffron has been gaining notoriety in the health and wellness industry lately as an addition to supplementation routines for better mood, increased libido and weight management.

Read More »
You are a Powerhouse of Vision and Health

Aug 30, 2020 01:10PM ● By Cassandra Rose

Gain tips and practices you can immediately implement to improve or maintain healthy eyes after a degenerative eye disease diagnosis.

Read More »
Anxiety, Worry and Fear

Aug 30, 2020 11:05AM ● By Joyce Sobotta

Fear causes chronic stress. Dealing with fear is the same as dealing with any other emotion. It begins with taking time to be aware of what we are feeling. Then ask if it is real or not.

Read More »
Moore Chiropractic Becomes HealthSource of Edina-Crosstown

Aug 01, 2020 12:00AM

Dr. Casey Moore, of Moore Chiropractic, announced his retirement effective July 6, and introduced the new chiropractor, Dr. David Johnson, along with the new clinic name—HealthSource.

Read More »
Woman lying in healing bath water
Healing Waters: Hot Baths Rejuvenate Body and Mind

Jul 31, 2020 08:30AM ● By Marlaina Donato

How to take advantage of hydrotherapy at home with DIY recipes for herbal, essential oil and other nourishing additives to include in bath water for optimal health benefits.

Read More »
Family holding photos of smiling healthy teeth
Whole-Body Dentistry: Biological Dentists Get to the Root Causes

Jul 31, 2020 08:30AM ● By Linda Sechrist

Biological, holistic dentistry uses preventive measures and minimally invasive approaches to address root causes, providing a less-toxic and safe experience for oral care and overall health.

Read More »
Gastrointestinal Tract
Gut Talk: Tips for a Healthy Microbiome

Jun 30, 2020 08:30AM ● By Melinda Hemmelgarn

Healthy gut bacteria are essential for our metabolic health and immune system. Here are foods and lifestyle tips for developing and preserving gut health.

Read More »
EpiCor - A Century-Old Phenomenon Benefits Us Today

Jun 30, 2020 12:00AM ● By Alina Hornfeldt

EpiCor is an ingredient used in supplements that supports the health of your respiratory system and sinuses, aids digestive health, and most notably, maintains the body’s immune defenses.

Read More »
3 Strategies to Conquer Overwhelm

Jun 30, 2020 12:00AM ● By Nea Dalla Valle

Since March, nearly every person in this nation has experienced the impacts of the Novel Corona Virus (COVID-19). Learn three strategies to help you overcome the stress and uncertainty.

Read More »
Upcoming Events Near You

Current Issue

Read it Now!

Archives
Read the Digital Edition Now
Health, Wellness & Natural Living Guide 2026
Facebook