February 2025 Natural Awakenings Sarasota/Manatee/Charlotte Jan 31, 2025 09:31AM ● By Carolyn Coogan Welcome to our February 2025 Issue Whole Heart Health: An Integrative Perspective Dr. Captain explains an integrative approach of both maintaining and optimizing heart health through awareness. Read More » Letter From Publisher February 2025 Heart Health, GLP-1 and Guilt Free Chocolates for Valentine's Day Read More » New Seasonal Kombucha Flavors Available Now at Flobucha Try the new limited-quantity seasonal Kombucha options: Pineapple Cranberry Tumeric and Starfruit Lemon Jalapeno. Read More » Anti-Aging Seminars with Dr. Anna Learn how the Faces by Dr. Anna acupuncture facelift and her muscle retightening Pearl Cream by Dr. Anna can help you look younger. Read More » Calendar of Events February 2025 Classes, events and more........... Read More » Grateful Tonic Hosts Sound and Healing Retreat This event will combine the healing power of sound, breathwork, Kundalini Yoga, and guided meditation with a choice of wellness options. Read More » Experience Sunday Services at Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light The Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light ofers Sunday Services with a variety of ministers that have unique gifts to provide. Read More » Experience Vibrant Health and Wellness with Dr. Carol Roberts Try a new weekly in-person class led by Dr. Carol Roberts, a holistic doctor for 30 years who is certified to teach aerobics. Read More » Student Acupuncture Clinic Now Open in Bradenton Get affordable treatments at the new student clinic. Read More » Valentine’s Day Gifts at Wild Ginger Apothecary Crystals, chocolate, jewelry? Come see many options for gifts! Read More » Wisdom of Light Conference Brings Global Experts to Orlando Join 15 expert speakers from around the world to learn about Remote Viewing, Metaphysical Ecology, Spiritual Evolution and Natural Health and Wellness. Read More » Treat Yourself to a Valentine’s Special at Ritual Room Spa Try the new Chocolate, Champagne and Roses treatment. Great for yourself or as a gift. Read More » Discover Sarasota Tours Announces Return of Psychic Sundays Trolley Tour New tour guide Deni Dreazen, a well-known local tarot reader, teacher, hypnotist, and psychic medium now hosts the Psychic Trolley Tours. Read More » Manifesting Your Soulmate with Intuition Join Andrea to tap into your intuition and attract and recognize your ideal partner. Read More » The Center for Spiritual Living Cultural Coast Sunday Services that include a avriety of hosts and musicians as well as special workshops to help you thrive. Read More » Viewing Heart Health Through a Functional Medicine Lens: Q&A with Dr. Fred Harvey Functional Medicine focuses on whole-person wellness that can improve your heart health. Read More » Remain Healthy this Cold Season with Acupuncture Dr. Deb helps others find relief from respiratory, immunity, digestive, and chronic pain issues. Read More » The Link Between Fascia and Coordination Wonder how you got an injury or develop pain? The muscles need to maintain correct joint alignment and stability to protect against injuries. Read More » The Thriving Heart: Integrative Approaches to Cardiology Integrative Approaches to Cardiology: Holistic and traditional practices combine to prevent heart disease and support a thriving, healthy heart. Read More » Anil Gupta on Immediate Happiness Life coach Anil Gupta reveals how forgiveness, gratitude, and giving create lasting happiness. Read More » Chocolate Champions: Benefits of Dark Chocolate and Cacao Benefits of Dark Chocolate and Cacao: Explore the heart-healthy, mood-boosting power of dark chocolate and why it’s more than just a sweet treat. Read More » Mighty Mushroom Cacao Bites Energy-packed bites with cacao, dates, and functional mushroom powders for health and vitality. Read More » Heart-Opening Drinking Chocolate Ceremonial-grade cacao in a rich, frothy drink with warming spices and optional sweetener. Read More » Chili and Cocoa Spice Mixture A versatile blend of cacao and spices to enhance meats, seafood, or vegetables Read More » Chocolate-Braised Short Ribs Chocolate-Braised Short Ribs: Tender ribs slow-cooked with cocoa, red wine, and spices for a rich, flavorful dish. Read More » Chocolate Cherry Vinaigrette A tangy-sweet dressing with cherries, cocoa, and honey for salads or drizzling over meats and fish Read More » Healing Power of Hugs Discover how hugs reduce stress, boost immunity, and foster mindfulness with tips to make this simple act part of your daily life. Read More » Bringing Back the Monarch Butterfly: How Milkweed and City Gardens Can Help Urban milkweed gardens play a critical role in saving monarch butterflies and supporting ecosystems. Read More » Stretching for Heart Health: Gentle Movements To Regulate Stress and Circulation Simple stretches improve circulation, reduce stress, and promote heart health in just minutes a day. Read More » Metabolic Health Strategies: Weight Management With the Help of Medications Metabolic Health Therapies: GLP-1 medications aid weight loss and improve health. Learn about their benefits, challenges, and their role in extending longevity. Read More » Trends in Child Dentistry: Tech Advances Improve Treatment Outcomes Innovative technologies like lasers and aligners are transforming children’s dental care with safer, more effective solutions. Read More » Holistic Lifestyle for Dogs: How Herbs, Mushrooms and the Outdoors Can Help Herbs, mushrooms, and outdoor activities support a dog’s emotional and physical health for a balanced, happy life. Read More » 3D Printed Teeth Premium Teeth Resin offers durable, biocompatible materials for 3D-printed dental solutions like crowns and dentures. Read More » Diet To Reduce Biological Age A vegan diet reduced biological age and improved systemic health markers in an eight-week twin study. Read More » Binaural Beats To Lower Anxiety Listening to binaural beats lowers anxiety and enhances relaxation during medical procedures. Read More » Smart Pillow AI-powered pillow adjusts head position to reduce snoring, track oxygen levels, and improve sleep quality. Read More » Long-Term Health of Cesarean Babies Vaginal seeding could improve the microbiomes of Cesarean-born babies, potentially reducing risks of obesity, diabetes, and asthma. Read More » Wasps for Pest Control Paper wasps show promise as natural pest control for caterpillars, reducing pesticide use and promoting biodiversity. Read More » Comeback of the Florida Grasshopper Sparrow Captive breeding programs released the 1,000th sparrow, a milestone for this endangered species. Read More » Ice-Free Arctic Day The Arctic may experience its first ice-free summer day by 2027, accelerating global climate change impacts. Read More » Phasing Out Dry Cleaning Chemical EPA mandates a phased ban of PCE, a toxic solvent, aiming to protect health and the environment. Read More » Starch-Based Plastic Retarch offers eco-friendly, biodegradable plastic alternatives that reduce CO2 emissions and microplastic pollution. Read More » Handmade Gifts for Valentine’s Day Meaningful, sustainable Valentine’s crafts like birdseed ornaments and melted crayon hearts make gift-giving special. Read More » In-Print