tag:www.naturalawakeningsswpa.com,2005:/categories/in-print?page=39In-Print | Natural Awakenings SW PA, Greater Pittsburgh Page 39Healthy Living Healthy Planet2022-12-06T19:21:36-05:00urn:uuid:227b2408-030f-4dd6-af2f-e4bf32bf06a82022-10-11T14:21:50-04:002022-12-06T19:21:36-05:00Urban Crops Can Have Higher Yields Than Conventional Farming2022-10-31 09:30:00 -0400Rachael OppyA new study shows that urban gardens and hydroponics can thrive and may exceed the yields of rural farms.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturalawakeningsswpa.com">Natural Awakenings SW PA, Greater Pittsburgh</a></small></p>urn:uuid:cbe26b58-cf29-47f7-bba7-26797e0d68c12022-10-11T14:28:50-04:002022-12-06T19:21:34-05:00One-Sixth of U.S. Tree Species Could Go Extinct2022-10-31 09:30:00 -0400Rachael OppyFacing threats from invasive pests, climate change and habitat loss, up to 135 tree species—about one-sixth of those found in the continental U.S.—could be lost forever.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturalawakeningsswpa.com">Natural Awakenings SW PA, Greater Pittsburgh</a></small></p>urn:uuid:f31480d0-c74b-4e76-a150-7ccf26086a0a2022-10-11T14:38:39-04:002022-12-06T19:21:33-05:00Cool Pavement Program2022-10-31 09:30:00 -0400Rachael OppyApplied on top of existing asphalt pavement, cool pavement road treatment reflects heat, which is especially needed in heat island areas.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturalawakeningsswpa.com">Natural Awakenings SW PA, Greater Pittsburgh</a></small></p>urn:uuid:87b7c52d-e9da-4974-85e2-c7c1079a95af2022-10-12T15:35:22-04:002023-02-01T07:32:20-05:00Staying Serene in Turbulent Times: How to Turn Anxiety into Positive Action2022-10-31 09:30:00 -0400Ronica O’HaraOur collective anxiety levels are at an all-time high. These strategies from mental health experts can help us to move from anxiety into effective action.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturalawakeningsswpa.com">Natural Awakenings SW PA, Greater Pittsburgh</a></small></p>urn:uuid:d9aa2389-77ef-48c3-baa0-35319d0594382022-10-13T13:55:18-04:002022-12-06T19:21:31-05:0012 Quick Fixes for Anxiety: Simple Strategies for Mental Well-Being2022-10-31 09:30:00 -0400Ronica O’HaraUseful anti-anxiety strategies from mental health professionals to help ease us through anxious moments.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturalawakeningsswpa.com">Natural Awakenings SW PA, Greater Pittsburgh</a></small></p>urn:uuid:1d638eca-0175-4c82-84b4-297e14a466f42022-10-17T13:54:37-04:002022-12-29T21:48:45-05:00Skiing for Fitness and Pure Fun: Tips for Enjoying Alpine and Nordic Styles2022-10-31 09:30:00 -0400Randy KambicWhether it’s the thrill of alpine skiing downhill or the serene pleasure of Nordic cross-country skiing, strapping on skis makes winter more enjoyable.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturalawakeningsswpa.com">Natural Awakenings SW PA, Greater Pittsburgh</a></small></p>urn:uuid:ff5149f0-e387-4723-b942-ffe2c92bcbaa2022-10-17T14:14:50-04:002024-02-02T15:43:36-05:00Eco-Skiing: Planet-Friendly Ways to Hit the Slopes 2022-10-31 09:30:00 -0400Rachael OppyMany alpine ski resorts are going green, enabling enthusiasts to reduce their impact on the planet while enjoying the winter sport. Here’s some eco-information, as well as money-saving tips.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturalawakeningsswpa.com">Natural Awakenings SW PA, Greater Pittsburgh</a></small></p>urn:uuid:7e52eb69-bea5-47c9-91cc-1291697179672022-10-17T14:27:48-04:002022-12-06T19:19:44-05:00Gratitude is Good Medicine2022-10-31 09:30:00 -0400Madiha SaeedPracticing gratitude daily can lower inflammatory markers, influence epigenetics, improve the immune system and even help the heart, adding years to life.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturalawakeningsswpa.com">Natural Awakenings SW PA, Greater Pittsburgh</a></small></p>urn:uuid:b4e0c896-0440-443c-af4b-fe388081f1902022-10-19T11:17:55-04:002022-12-06T19:21:28-05:00Rachel Jones on Grief in the Healthcare Front Lines2022-10-31 09:30:00 -0400Sandra YeyatiIn her book, Grief on the Front Lines: Reckoning with Trauma, Grief and Humanity in Modern Medicine, Rachel Jones examines the emotional challenges that healthcare workers face.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturalawakeningsswpa.com">Natural Awakenings SW PA, Greater Pittsburgh</a></small></p>urn:uuid:a73ccca0-25db-4899-bc87-9a2fac4778482022-10-19T11:22:13-04:002022-12-06T19:21:26-05:00Making Forever Chemicals Go Away: Manmade Compounds Pose Lasting Threat to Our Health2022-10-31 09:30:00 -0400Sheryl DeVoreAlthough some man-made per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), known as forever chemicals, are being phased out, there’s still much to worry about.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturalawakeningsswpa.com">Natural Awakenings SW PA, Greater Pittsburgh</a></small></p>