Tag: July 2013 Issue | Natural Awakenings Magazine

Pet Food Perils: Lurking GMOs May Hurt Our Pets

Jun 28, 2013 12:21PM ● By Dr. Michael W. Fox

Veterinarians and pet owners are finding evidence that GMOs in pet food bring on a host of problems.

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Wacky Workouts: More Giggles than Groans

Jun 28, 2013 12:20PM ● By Sandra Murphy

Discover ways that people exercise to keep them laughing and boredom-free.

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A Green Night’s Sleep for Travelers: Pioneers Show the Way to Eco-Friendly Stays

Jun 28, 2013 12:20PM ● By Avery Mack

Thank goodness we’ve graduated beyond simply reusing towels. Hoteliers are going green by repurposing everything from surrounding lands to soaps, iPads, kitchen scraps and water.

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Savor Summer: Revel in Blissful Indulgences

Jun 28, 2013 12:20PM ● By April Thompson

Try these simple and easy ways to bliss out during sweet summer’s long, light-filled days.

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Pre-Pregnancy Diet May Alter Genes: Possible Effects on an Unborn's Health

Jun 28, 2013 12:00PM

Scientists have found that female rats fed a poor diet had passed on DNA alterations that compromised the health of their offspring.

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A Bevy of Berry Benefits: Heart Healthy Sweetness

Jun 28, 2013 12:00PM

Researchers have found that strawberries kick into action a protein called Nrf2 that helps protect against cardiovascular problems.

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Healthy Metal: Copper Helps Reduce Hospital-Acquired Infections

Jun 28, 2013 12:00PM

The surprising new strategy for fighting the deadly surge in hospital-acquired infections is the presence of copper. When placed in intensive care units, it cut the problem by half.

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Green Kitchen: Home Composting Boosts Sustainability

Jun 28, 2013 12:00PM

Does composting feel like too much trouble? Check out convenient innovations like biodegradable packaging and indoor composters—then pitch in to help cut U.S. methane gas emissions by a quarter.

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