December 2019 Letter From Publisher

Greetings, Tucson! As 2019 comes to a close, and in the spirit of the season, we rightly turn our attention to metaphysical matters Read More »

Herbal Whole Foods Offers Quality Health and Wellness Products

With over 30 years of experience, Herbal Whole Foods offers the finest herb-based, non-GMO foods, nutritional products, cleansing beverages, weight management, sport and fitness, green household and all-natural skincare and cosmetics. Read More »

Unwind at Tucson’s Healing Spirit Soaks

Healing Spirit Soaks is Dr. Jasmine May’s new venture into the wonderful world of water and plant medicine. Read More »

Come Home to Claire’s Café and Art Gallery

Owned and operated by Claire and Steve Johnson for 34 years, Claire’s Café and Art Gallery is a favorite go-to Tucson spot renowned for its welcoming vibe, fabulous breakfasts and unique art and jewelry available for purchase. Read More »

Treat Yourself or Others to a House Cleaning with PurMaid

PurMaid Tucson knows that for many Americans, there is simply not enough time to spare to keep up with cleaning the house after a long workweek Read More »

Ease and Convenience of At-Home Health Tests

The public can check many health aspects at home in an easy and highly convenient way without going to a doctor’s office. Read More »

Yoga Teacher Training Joins Pima Community College’s Northwest Campus Wellness Programs

Pima County Community College District recently moved Yoga Teacher Training to Northwest Campus, where it joins Massage Therapy as the second wellness career program with a therapeutic approach. Read More »

Get Your Home Clean for the Holidays

Pima Cleanpro is offering a December discount for those wanting to get their house ready for holiday guests. Read More »

Get Ready for 2020 with a Tarot Reading

Shivani Baker is a professional astrologer and tarot reader and teacher for over 30 years, currently working at Canyon Ranch Spa as an astrologer. Read More »

Three Weeks of Profound Workshops at Cabo Breath Fest

In celebration of Natural Awakenings’ commitment to promoting higher consciousness during the last 25 years, the Cabo Breath Fest will offer many life-changing workshops plus other activities Read More »

Holiday Events at Unity of Tucson

Unity of Tucson is excited to announce several special events in December, including a fun book launch event, Christmas services, a women’s retreat and burning bowl service. Read More »

Photon Genius Super Sauna Light Therapy

The Photon Genius is a revolutionary machine that provides an abundance of healing photons through both its infrared light emitters and its ionized noble gas harmonic frequency dischargers. Read More »

The Algorithm for a Happy Life

The computer world can teach us how to focus on what we want. I Read More »

Self-Care for Caretakers

Most of us do not take very good care of ourselves even when there is not a crisis. Read More »

Reflexology: Making Space

Injuries and traumas of all kinds, along with emotional stress, create a protective tightening through our musculature that restricts space and limits how we move and function. Read More »

Holiday Tips for People with Food Restrictions

Those of us who follow a restricted diet due to food sensitivities or a new eating protocol (keto, paleo, gluten-free) often find the holidays to be a particular challenge, as we are invited to holiday parties and work events where the food and beverages are frequently full of dairy, gluten, sugar and alcohol. Read More »

100+ Women Who Care in Tucson Supporting Local Charities

Desha Bymers-Davis is the Founder of the Tucson chapter of 100+ Women Who Care, which is a group of local philanthropic women who are doing great things in our community. Read More »

A Sense of Community

Laughter really is the best medicine, and that’s not just a cliché. The founder of Comedy for Charity, Suzie Agrillo, has experienced a tragedy which brought home the truthfulness of that phrase. Read More »

Conscious Awakenings

Spend any time in the healing/spiritual community, and people will be heard talking about conscious awakenings. Read More »

All Wrapped with a Bow: The Medicinal Uses for Holiday Decorations

‘Tis the season to see all of the annual decorations that bring about warm memories, cheer and joy. Read More »

Nature Basics: Physiology 101

The human body has been the subject of study for well over 2,000 years. Read More »

Plant-Based Medicine for Quality of Life

“In earlier times of human history, people lived in harmony with the natural world, and regarded plants as sentient, aware, intelligent, alive and healers in their own right.” ~ Ross Heaven Read More »

Animal Rescue: Government Order Reduces Animal Testing

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. Read More »

Beyond Calcium: Full-Spectrum Bone Health

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. Read More »

Burn Notice: Safe and Sustainable Fireplace Practices

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

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

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

Eat a Better Diet to Improve Gut Bacteria

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

Eat Mushrooms to Lower Risk of Prostate Cancer

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

Eat Nuts to Reduce Odds of Death From Heart Disease

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. Read More »

Extreme Weather Events Affect Mental Well-Being

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

Heave Ho: Cruise Line Abandons Plastic Bottles

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. Read More »

Inhaling the Joy of Life: Conscious Breathwork

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. Read More »

Lab Steak: Making Meat Without Animals

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

Lung Relief: Biosolar Leaf Purifies Air in London

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. Read More »

Maintain a Healthy Diet and Weight to Lower Cataract Risk

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

Marry to Halve the Risk of Dementia

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

Nature Cure: Forests and Shrubs Lower Medical Costs

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

Perfect Pet Presents: Safe and Eco-Smart Toys

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. Read More »

Reduce Blood Pressure and Heart Attacks With Better Gut Bacteria

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

Refresh Holiday Traditions: Making the Old New and Green

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

Repurposing Weeds: Pond Plants Offer Protein Strategy

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. Read More »

Surgeon Mary Neal on Lessons From Heaven

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. Read More »

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

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. Read More »

The Generous Heart: How Giving Transforms Us

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. Read More »

The Merry Vegan: People-Pleasing Holiday Sweets

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. Read More »

Train Students in Mindfulness to Reduce Stress and Improve Grades

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

Waste-Free Feasting: How to Reduce Holiday Food Waste

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