tag:www.naturalawakeningscnj.com,2005:/categories/green-living?page=4Green Living Green Living | Natural Awakenings Central New Jersey Page 4Healthy Living. Healthy Planet.2021-06-02T00:22:53-04:00urn:uuid:568e3703-a2bd-44d8-8296-503e68e2927b2021-03-11T11:49:54-05:002021-06-02T00:22:53-04:00Climate Change and Our Health: The Human Costs of a Warming Planet2021-03-31 09:30:00 -0400Sandra YeyatiThe warming of the planet poses immediate dire consequences for human health. Here are ways to prepare, adapt and mobilize for climate change to build resilient, thriving communities.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturalawakeningscnj.com">Natural Awakenings Central New Jersey</a></small></p>urn:uuid:56fe7f6c-d2d2-4955-b8c8-0b82b741904d2021-03-11T14:58:41-05:002021-06-02T00:22:51-04:00Healthy Home: How to Detoxify a Living Space2021-03-31 09:30:00 -0400Yvette HammettWays to detox our homes by purging them of toxins—gases, inhalants or fumes—in the indoor air, cleaners, kitchenware and water that may be contributing to a harmful environment.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturalawakeningscnj.com">Natural Awakenings Central New Jersey</a></small></p>urn:uuid:3fd25975-17cd-435c-9e6b-9351eb501c842021-02-16T15:36:54-05:002021-06-02T00:23:33-04:00Down to Earth: The Promise of Regenerative Organic Farming2021-02-26 09:30:00 -0500Sandra YeyatiRegenerative organic farming holds great promise to rebuild soil, draw carbon from the atmosphere and ultimately grow healthier food.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturalawakeningscnj.com">Natural Awakenings Central New Jersey</a></small></p>urn:uuid:aa92cdcf-80b4-4f67-8ec5-13e9c77814bb2021-02-17T13:10:27-05:002021-04-30T11:17:59-04:00Hemp-Derived Cannabidiol: A Primer on the Latest Research2021-02-26 09:30:00 -0500Sandra YeyatiThe latest research on the proven health benefits of cannabidiol (CBD), the effects on anxiety and depression, how to get started, ways to administer and more.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturalawakeningscnj.com">Natural Awakenings Central New Jersey</a></small></p>urn:uuid:883ec93f-119f-45bf-a750-9e5fa5db96d32021-01-18T15:51:46-05:002021-03-31T15:37:27-04:00Saying ‘I Do’ to the Planet: Green Weddings Embrace Sustainability2021-01-29 09:30:00 -0500Sandra YeyatiWays to green up your wedding through eco-friendly, sustainable invitations, venues, flowers, vegan food, favors and other planning details.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturalawakeningscnj.com">Natural Awakenings Central New Jersey</a></small></p>urn:uuid:35e15229-51a2-48df-a804-c77cdb639b5f2020-12-16T11:31:37-05:002021-04-14T13:00:00-04:00Climate Anxiety: Navigating Our Emotions as the Planet Changes2020-12-30 09:30:00 -0500Sandra YeyatiMany of us are anxious and fearful, prompted by the growing realization of being in a state of environmental insecurity caused by climate change.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturalawakeningscnj.com">Natural Awakenings Central New Jersey</a></small></p>urn:uuid:84963107-17e8-4668-81bb-2a6a854ef2f42020-11-11T12:22:37-05:002021-03-31T09:49:38-04:00Pay Where We Play: Boosting the Hometown Economy2020-11-27 09:30:00 -0500Sandra YeyatiSpending money on purchases from local businesses in the community is so important to help to build robust hometown economies. Here are ways to support your region with your buying power.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturalawakeningscnj.com">Natural Awakenings Central New Jersey</a></small></p>urn:uuid:3a33742a-532a-4e0b-b371-774cc5fbf9b92020-10-15T15:20:27-04:002021-03-31T09:49:40-04:00The Green Burial Revolution: Sustainable End-of-Life Options2020-10-30 09:30:00 -0400Sandra YeyatiGreen burial options emerging in the funeral industry that honor the deceased in environmentally-friendly and affordable ways.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturalawakeningscnj.com">Natural Awakenings Central New Jersey</a></small></p>urn:uuid:1c93f539-a7cd-497d-9d64-16481f57b3132020-09-14T15:51:56-04:002022-02-28T09:40:36-05:00Wishful Recycling: What Not to Put in the Bin2020-09-30 09:30:00 -0400Yvette C. Hammett"Wishful recycling" is when residents place waste items in the recycling bin that cannot be recycled. Here are ways to avoid wishful recycling with dos and don'ts for proper disposal.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturalawakeningscnj.com">Natural Awakenings Central New Jersey</a></small></p>urn:uuid:8e890f5d-2c8f-41fa-bada-4cef25206d8a2020-08-24T18:37:34-04:002022-03-31T10:55:22-04:00Cars Go Vegan: Leather Interiors are on the Way Out2020-08-31 09:30:00 -0400Yvette C. HammettThe environmental impact of producing leather, foam and other materials used in car interiors is being replaced by eco-friendly, sustainable, vegan alternatives.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturalawakeningscnj.com">Natural Awakenings Central New Jersey</a></small></p>urn:uuid:ce0970dc-6eb3-4f12-91a3-8880940143072020-07-15T16:52:44-04:002023-02-28T18:05:30-05:00The Upside of Lockdowns: Air Gets Cleaner Around the Globe2020-07-31 09:30:00 -0400Kimberly B. WhittleDespite their dire consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic, government-mandated lockdowns around the world have had an unintended positive consequence: cleaner air.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturalawakeningscnj.com">Natural Awakenings Central New Jersey</a></small></p>urn:uuid:459b6b13-917a-482a-8a11-ec5e407aae482020-06-08T14:54:42-04:002022-03-31T10:56:51-04:00Greener Green Grass: Why Organic Lawns Make Eco-Sense2020-06-30 09:30:00 -0400Julie PetersonThe use of synthetic fertilizers and pesticides on lawns damage both the environment and our health. Here are ways to naturally, organically and sustainably grow green grass.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturalawakeningscnj.com">Natural Awakenings Central New Jersey</a></small></p>urn:uuid:dc3c8198-4f1f-412a-ade4-6bf96066c9c02020-05-22T12:49:45-04:002023-02-28T18:10:25-05:00Everyday Adventures: Taking to Vans and RVs for Life on the Road2020-05-29 09:30:00 -0400Sandra YeyatiTravel tips for hitting the road with the comforts of home in an RV or well-equipped van.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturalawakeningscnj.com">Natural Awakenings Central New Jersey</a></small></p>urn:uuid:92977dd9-3d85-4b3a-88ae-a8aea161fa7d2020-04-27T14:37:27-04:002022-03-31T11:00:30-04:00Flower Wow-er: Beautiful Floral Designing2020-04-30 09:30:00 -0400April ThompsonFlower arranging is an easy, fun and inexpensive creative outlet that can help cultivate mindfulness. DIY tips from floral experts for arrangements using fresh-cut flowers.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturalawakeningscnj.com">Natural Awakenings Central New Jersey</a></small></p>urn:uuid:3b352a5b-1f01-4e90-8506-29c31f753e8e2020-03-25T19:36:06-04:002021-07-07T13:25:10-04:00Planet Rescue: Grassroots Strategies Combat Climate Crisis2020-03-31 09:30:00 -0400Julie MarshallAround the globe, green activists of all ages are taking unified action to protect our planet against climate change with resolve, passion, and creativity.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naturalawakeningscnj.com">Natural Awakenings Central New Jersey</a></small></p>