Critical Connections

Letter from Publisher of Natural Awakenings Charlotte - Shannon McKenzie Read More »

Wipe Out Waste: Ask A Meck County Expert - Less Is More this Holiday Season - December 2022

Bi-monthly Column where Mecklenburg County Solid Waste experts provide updates, educate and answer some of the most frequently asked questions Read More »

Charlotte's Fierce & Fit for life! Guilt-Free Pumpkin Pie Spice Shake

Delicious holiday themed healthy shake recipe Read More »

The Patio Farmer Offers Subscription Programs for At-Home Growing in the Charlotte Area

Erin Hostetler, of The Patio Farmer, invites us to give someone a healthy gift or get our New Year’s resolutions to be greener kick-started by joining her Plant Club Read More »

Solfeggio Tuning Forks in the Charlotte Area

Solfeggio tuning forks create rich, beautifully resonant tones that are felt vibrationally above and in the body, even though there is minimal physical contact Read More »

Traumatic Brain Injuries Can Be Prevented

"If concussions are not resolved, they become chronic traumatic brain injury (TBI), which can create disability lasting for years" according to Dr. Roger Hunter, owner of Nirvana Hyperbaric Institute in Lake Norman Read More »

Charlotte Area Kempter Holistic Dentistry Now Offers Myofunctional Therapy

Myofunctional therapy is non-invasive and is like an exercise training program or physical therapy for the muscles around the face, mouth and tongue Read More »

Special Offer by Sedona Waterproofing Solutions for Charlotte/Greater Charlotte

Sedona Waterproofing Solutions is offering free inspections and quotes plus for a limited time, a special $250 discount to Natural Awakenings readers Read More »

Special Brain Treatment Offered at Carolinas Natural Health Center

Carolinas Natural Health Center, in Charlotte, is now offering a breakthrough brain treatment that is yielding great results for their clients in treating anxiety, depression, PTSD, autism, ADHD and concussions/TBI. Read More »

December Special Offer for New Patients at Haas Wellness Center in Charlotte

To provide more affordable wellness checks this holiday season, Haas Wellness Center is offering new patients $100 off on initial examinations throughout this month Read More »

HeartLight Spiritual Center in Charlotte Hosts Special Workshop

Karen MacMurray will present a participatory workshop on how to use dowsing forks, pendulums and muscle testing to tap into universal or spiritual intelligence to help guide us in a variety of life situations at 1 p.m. on January 15, 2023 Read More »

Free 30-Minute Health Coaching Session by RisingStrongHER

Charlotte's Sara Cain da Costa is offering new clients a 30-minute free initial health coaching session to optimize health, prevent chronic illness and reinvent oneself Read More »

A Feast of Light

When we fill our souls with everyday magic, we become more inclined to feel blessed and pass blessings along to others, creating a feast of light during all seasons. Read More »

Charging Electric Vehicles at Night Poses New Challenge

The demand for power to charge electric vehicles (EVs) could burden the electric grid in western states at peak times by up to 25 percent if most charging is done at night. Read More »

Cranberry Mimosas

This festive recipe for mimosas using homemade naturally-sweetened cranberry juice puts a holiday twist on the classic brunch beverage. Read More »

Easy Turkey Jerky for Pets

This easy turkey recipe is a healthy snack for a cat and a great dog-training treat for the clever pooch. Read More »

Expected Drops in Wind Speeds Promise Climate Disruption

The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change predicts that average global wind speeds could drop by up to 10 percent by 2100. Read More »

Good Vibrations: The Healing Power of Sound

Research-supported sound healing is finding a place in modern wellness culture as more people experience its benefits, from improving mental health to decreasing cholesterol levels. Read More »

Healthy Cranberry Muffins for Pets

These muffins are full of flavor and nutrition, and are healthy for both dogs and cats. Read More »

Holiday Treats for Cats and Dogs: Easy-to-Make Festive Recipes to Delight Pets

Homemade pet treats using healthy ingredients make great holiday gifts for dogs, cats and pet-loving friends and family. Read More »

Holiday Volunteering: The Gift of Giving

The holiday season is the time for giving. Get into the spirit by volunteering time and treasure to meaningful causes and underprivileged individuals with these thoughtful ideas. Read More »

Human Composting Offers Sustainable Burial

With the passage of a recent law, California will be the fifth state, along with Washington, Oregon, Colorado and Vermont, to allow human composting, beginning in 2027. Read More »

Jeffrey Rediger on the Science of Miraculous Recoveries

Psychiatrist Jeffrey Rediger has studied spontaneous healing for almost two decades, and breaks down recoveries into four pillars of healing and well-being that were present in most cases. Read More »

Kids Are Not Getting Enough Sleep

Children are regularly getting less than nine hours of sleep per night, which can cause notable differences in brain regions that influence memory, intelligence and well-being. Read More »

Merry Brunching: Put a Healthier Twist on Favorite Recipes

With a few easy modifications, serve up healthier versions of tasty brunch foods over the holiday gathering season. Read More »

Pickleball is Booming: Get into a Pickle for Holiday Fitness

The holidays are a perfect time to discover pickleball, America's fastest growing sport that is bringing people of all ages and athletic abilities together for fun and fitness. Read More »

Serotonin Theory of Depression Debunked

A recent study is debunking the long-held theory that depression is caused by a serotonin deficiency. Read More »

Shakshuka

This healthy, gluten-free dish is a brunch-time crowd-pleaser, and can be modified based on whatever veggies are on hand. Read More »

Sheet Pan Protein Pancakes with Berry Swirl

Cooked on a sheet pan, these satisfying protein and buttermilk pancakes with a berry swirl make cleanup a breeze and can be prepared the night before. Read More »

Sustainable Holidays: Easy Tips for an Eco-Friendly Season

The holidays generate a lot of waste. Here are ways to cut down on consumption to lessen the environmental impact of the holiday season without sacrificing any joy. Read More »

Sweet Potato Gummies

These gummies made out of sweet potatoes are a tasty treat for cats. Read More »

The Best Gift of All: Teaching Children the Spirit of Giving

Whether through donating material things, sharing time or freely conveying love and kindness, here are ways to teach kids the value of generosity. Read More »

Transforming Our World: Working Together for Meaningful Change

In these turbulent times when all the old boundaries are unravelling and all the old certainties are dissolving, there is a possibility for creative transformation if we work together. Read More »

Tree Attempts to Achieve Legal Personhood

A legally autonomous black gum tree named Terra0 on the campus of the Community College of Allegheny County owns itself and perhaps even the few square feet of land it grows on. Read More »

Tree Roots Adapt to Sequester More Carbon

Atmospheric carbon dioxide pumped into a mature forest at levels predicted to be the norm by 2050 will cause trees to produce more and longer roots, thus absorbing and storing more carbon. Read More »

Ultra-Processed Food Linked with Cancer and Mortality Risks

Consuming ultra-processed foods has been associated with colorectal cancer in men as well as the development of chronic disease and early death. Read More »

Under-Appreciating the Benefits of Solitude

Getting lost in our thoughts may improve problem solving, increase creativity, enhance imagination and provide a better sense of self-worth. Read More »

World’s Most Dangerous Greenhouse Gas Goes Unregulated

One pound of sulfur hexafluoride, an electrical insulator, heats the planet as much as 25,200 pounds of carbon dioxide and remains in the atmosphere for 3,200 years. Read More »