Yoga Rockford: A lineage of inspiration

By Jennie Williford Pranayama Yoga Studio Looking back at my years of practice and training under senior Iyengar teachers and looking forward
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April 28, 2010 | Also published in Yoga Rockford | Comments (0)

Edgebrook & Learn Great Foods introduce specialty crop demos at Farmers’ Market

From press release Go to the Edgebrook parking lot every Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for the annual Farmers’
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April 28, 2010 | Also published in Farmers' Markets> Living> Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Severson Dells Notes: Celebrate Earth Day with April 22 Wildflower Walkabout

By Don Miller Education Director, Severson Dells Nature Center Thursday, April 22, will be the 40th anniversary of the first Earth Day.
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April 21, 2010 | Also published in Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Raw Energy: The basics on fat and nutritional myths

By Brenda Richter All food has a macronutrient content consisting of some combination of protein, fats and carbohydrates. With all of
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April 14, 2010 | Also published in Raw Energy | Comments (0)

Farmers’ markets offer different strokes for different folks

From press release   URBANA, Ill.—Farmers’ markets are not created equal. Some sell only fresh produce while others offer entertainment and
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April 7, 2010 | Also published in Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Get Growing: Vegetable gardening class for beginners

From press release   As part of the Plant-A-Row for the Hungry initiative, University of Illinois Extension-Winnebago County is offering a
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April 7, 2010 | Also published in Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Yoga Rockford: The experiment of yoga

By Jennie Williford Pranayama Yoga Studio B.K.S, Iyengar is quoted as saying that “for a yogi, the body is the laboratory for
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March 31, 2010 | Also published in Yoga Rockford | Comments (0)

16th Annual Botanica–a gardener’s luncheon

From press release Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden presents Botanica Wednesday, April 21, at Cliffbreakers Restaurant in Rockford. Botanica is well
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March 31, 2010 | Also published in Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

SWCD holds free rain barrel workshop April 6

From press release A free rain barrel workshop will be held from 3 to 4 p.m., Tuesday, April 6, at the
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March 31, 2010 | Also published in Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Annabelle Gurwitch to keynote Earth Day Awards April 8

From press release LOVES PARK, Ill.—Annabelle Gurwitch, actress, author and environmentalist, is the keynote speaker for Keep Northern Illinois Beautiful’s (KNIB)
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March 24, 2010 | Also published in Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Raw Energy: A diet rich in antioxidants helps fight free radicals

By Brenda Richter As we age, we are exposed to an increasing amount of free radicals found in our environment (such
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March 17, 2010 | Also published in Raw Energy | Comments (0)

Local Foods Conference March 20 at College of Medicine

From press release Local Foods Conference keynote speaker Terra Brockman has walked the talk. Author of the recently-released book The Seasons
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March 17, 2010 | Also published in Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Northern Illinois Vegetable Growers School March 18-19

From press release Vegetable growers in northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin are invited to participate in the Northern Illinois Vegetable Growers
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March 17, 2010 | Also published in Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Mt. Morris garden meeting March 18

From press release MT. MORRIS, Ill.—A second planning meeting for the Mt. Morris community garden is scheduled for Thursday, March 18.
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March 17, 2010 | Also published in Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Guest Column: Why are more people trying natural therapies?

By Karla Fernet Healthy Balance Reflexology In the past, many people have only considered conventional medicine for every type of health issue.
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March 10, 2010 | Also published in Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

On-farm research mini-grants available

From press release   URBANA, Ill.—University of Illinois Extension is looking for organic and sustainable farmers with weed problems to participate
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March 10, 2010 | Also published in Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

‘Organic. It’s Worth It in Schools’

From press release   GREENFIELD, Mass.—Reading, writing, arithmetic, and now, the fourth R: real food. This spring, the Organic Trade Association
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March 10, 2010 | Also published in Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Raw Energy: The value of high net gain foods

By Brenda Richter Whole fresh foods are ideal because they are closest to their natural form and are in a state
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March 3, 2010 | Also published in Raw Energy | Comments (0)

Yoga Rockford: Beginning yoga and dispelling the myths

By Jennie Williford Pranayama Yoga Studio Many misconceptions about yoga unfortunately seem to be supported by the covers of popular magazines. If
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February 24, 2010 | Also published in Yoga Rockford | Comments (0)

Local Foods 101 at JustGoods Feb. 22

From press release   What is local food? What is organic? Are they the same? What are the not-so-obvious benefits of
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February 17, 2010 | Also published in Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Dr Julia’s Inn: ADD/ADHD epidemic among school children

By Dr. Julia Whipkey-Michniewicz, N.D. Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine ADD/ADHD has reached an epidemic within school-age children as well as in adults.
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February 10, 2010 | Also published in Dr. Julia's Inn | 1 Comment

Guest Column: Heart disease: Prevention is worth a pound of cure

By Dr. Jonathan Taylor Northern Illinois Medical Group As some of you may already know, February is Heart Health Month. Conditions related
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February 10, 2010 | Also published in Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Raw Energy: Eating raw can provide all the nutrients your body needs

By Brenda Richter Anyone can experience improved levels of health and vitality by eating at least 50 percent raw foods, and
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February 3, 2010 | Also published in Online Exclusives> Raw Energy | Comments (0)

Reiki Energy International to host Health Fair July 10

From press release Reiki Energy International will host its inaugural REI Health Fair & Expo from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.,
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February 3, 2010 | Also published in Naturally Rockford | 1 Comment

Yoga Rockford: The philosophy behind yoga

By Jennie Williford Pranayama Yoga Studio Behind the twisting, folding and bending that most of us view as “yoga,” there lies an
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January 27, 2010 | Also published in Yoga Rockford | Comments (0)

OSF Center for Health offers Gentle Yoga classes

From press release The OSF St. Anthony Center for Sports Medicine and Health Fitness is continuing a series of Gentle Yoga
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January 20, 2010 | Also published in Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Raw Energy: Winter in the raw

By Brenda Richter Trying to commit to a diet of at least 50 percent raw fresh fruits and vegetables can be
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January 13, 2010 | Also published in Raw Energy | Comments (0)

U of I College of Medicine hosts ‘Fun with Food and Fitness’

Event Saturday, Jan. 16, at Parkview Campus From press release The University of Illinois College of Medicine at Rockford is hosting a
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January 13, 2010 | Also published in Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Guest Column: Reflexology for those hurting feet

By Karla Fernet Healthy Balance Reflexology Reflexology works to eliminate toxins in the body, reduce stress and increase circulation. This enables your
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January 6, 2010 | Also published in Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Dr. Julia’s Inn: A health review of 2009

By Dr. Julia Whipkey-Michniewicz, N.D. Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine Can you believe another year is over? Where did 2009 go? Is
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December 30, 2009 | Also published in Dr. Julia's Inn | Comments (0)

Yoga Rockford: Transitioning… continuing… becoming

By Jennie Williford Pranayama Yoga Studio The New Year is right around the corner, and 2010 holds many changes for me and
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December 30, 2009 | Also published in Yoga Rockford | Comments (0)

Guest Column: Holiday indulgance

By Dr. Jonathan Taylor Northern Illinois Medical Group It’s the holiday season once again, and that means celebrations of the season have
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December 23, 2009 | Also published in Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Reflexology: Reflexology study relieves symptoms of multiple sclerosis

By Susan Watson Massage magazine published an article in issue 108 in 2004 that discussed research studies dealing with reflexology and
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December 16, 2009 | Also published in Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Mentoring program helps new organic farmers make the transition

From press release SPRING VALLEY, Wis.—A Farmer-to-Farmer Mentoring Program is again being sponsored in 2010 by the Midwest Organic and Sustainable
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December 16, 2009 | Also published in Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Guest Column: Reflexology works for body pain

By Karla Fernet Healthy Balance Reflexology We all have some type of body pain. Some have more than their share of aches
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December 9, 2009 | Also published in Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Guest Column: Why many may be deficient in vitamin D

By Dr. Jonathan Taylor Northern Illinois Medical Group Vitamin D is an essential nutrient for absorbing calcium and maintaining bone density. Many
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December 2, 2009 | Also published in Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

U of I Extension presents FRESH! The Movie Dec. 10

From press release Join in the festivities of Terra Madre Day, a world wide celebration of local foods, when University of
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December 2, 2009 | Also published in Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Yoga Rockford: Thanksgiving and the ‘Season of Yoga’

The Four Rivers Environmental Coalition, in concert with the national Leave No Child Inside campaign, is committed to ensuring the
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November 25, 2009 | Also published in Yoga Rockford | Comments (0)

Guest Column: Reflexology can help you achieve balance and reduce stress

By Karla Fernet Healthy Balance Reflexology Stress is a major cause of many health issues. When we remove stress from our lives,
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November 18, 2009 | Also published in Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Dr. Julia’s Inn: Vaccination: Swine flu, autism, allergies, asthma

By Dr. Julia Whipkey-Michniewicz, N.D. Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine Every day that we are in the office, it is nothing for
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November 11, 2009 | Also published in Dr. Julia's Inn | Comments (0)

Defining approaches to healing: What does it all mean?

By Jodell Lofgren Would you call conventional medicine practiced in the United States holistic? How would you classify aromatherapy? Acupuncture? Flower
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November 11, 2009 | Also published in Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

1st Step Chiropractic: Is it curable?

Dr. Philip Schalow You went to someone who seemed like a well-trained, knowledgeable professional in the field. You maybe had some
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November 4, 2009 | Also published in Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Local couple to discuss experiences of eating local for one year

From press release University of Illinois Extension will host a presentation by Lenae Weichel and her husband, Kevin Holdmann, from 6
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November 4, 2009 | Also published in Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Dr. Julia’s Inn: Looking at your blood under a microscope

By Dr. Julia Whipkey-Michniewicz, N.D. Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine Every day in my office, I meet people who are not getting answers
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November 4, 2009 | Also published in Dr. Julia's Inn | Comments (0)

Yoga Rockford: The Nia experience

By Jennie Williford Pranayama Yoga Studio Many years ago, I taught yoga at a studio in Fort Worth, Texas. Along with yoga,
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October 28, 2009 | Also published in Yoga Rockford | 1 Comment

Just Between Women—Women’s health issues presented

From press release NorthPointe Health and Wellness will host an educational seminar for women from 7-8 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 3,
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October 28, 2009 | Also published in Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Raw Energy: Green is your friend

By Brenda Richter Why do we eat? Responses may vary, and they include: hunger, fuel for energy, nourishment or enjoyment. Many
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October 21, 2009 | Also published in Naturally Rockford> Raw Energy | 2 Comments

1st Step Chiropractic: A fighting chance

Dr. Philip Schalow John had spent several thousand dollars over the years on blood pressure medication. He assumed the aches and
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October 14, 2009 | Also published in Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Guest Column: The all-natural, clinically-proven bone health breakthrough

By Jordan Rubin CEO and Founder of Garden of Life Free gas lasts a few weeks, and free breakfast and coffee last
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October 7, 2009 | Also published in Naturally Rockford | 2 Comments

Children dealing with family member’s cancer

From press release The OSF Saint Anthony Center for Cancer Care and the Rockford branch of the American Cancer Society
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September 30, 2009 | Also published in Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)


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