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Dr. Julia’s Inn: Gut health and healthy immune system

By Dr. Julia Whipkey-Michniewicz, N.D. Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine While in New York City, I recently met Dr. Lamm, M.D.,
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October 31, 2012 | Also published in Dr. Julia's Inn> Living> Naturally Rockford | 1 Comment

Guest Column: Tell veterinarians: Devocalization is mutilation!

Editor’s note: The following is from a petition started by Sue Perry titled “Tell Veterinarians: Devocalization is Mutilation!” The petition
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October 24, 2012 | Also published in Living> Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Pumpkin is a versatile superfood for fall and beyond

By Phyllis Picklesimer Media/Communications Specialist, University of Illinois College of ACES News and Public Affairs URBANA, Ill. — With Halloween and Thanksgiving
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October 17, 2012 | Also published in Living> Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

1st Step Chiropractic: New hope for the jaw

Dr. Philip Schalow POP! There it goes again! You opened your mouth at dinner, and your jaw advertised the fact with
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October 10, 2012 | Also published in 1st Step Chiropractic> Living> Naturally Rockford | 2 Comments

One Green Thing: Bet you never thought of it (because I didn’t)

By Jan Herbert Rockford Park District Whether you were “green” before the color was fashionable or whether you’re just ready to find
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October 10, 2012 | Also published in Living> Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

1st Step Chiropractic: The skepticism of Dr. Winsor

By Dr. Philip Schalow Early in the history of 20th-century health care, just about everyone had “the” cure for all diseases.
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October 3, 2012 | Also published in 1st Step Chiropractic> Living> Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Yoga Rockford: The curiosity of yoga

By Jennie Williford Pranayama Yoga Studio Curiosity has landed on Mars and is another great example of our human desire to explore
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September 26, 2012 | Also published in Living> Naturally Rockford> Yoga Rockford | Comments (0)

Angelic Organics finds new way to support beginning farmers

Staff Report CALEDONIA, Ill. — The Farmer Training Initiative at Angelic Organics Learning Center (AOLC) has announced the successful launch of
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September 19, 2012 | Also published in Living> Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Raw Energy: Transitioning to a raw food, plant-based diet

By Brenda Richter The act of choosing what to eat expresses a level of consciousness in a being. A plant-based
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September 12, 2012 | Also published in Living> Naturally Rockford> Raw Energy | 1 Comment

One Green Thing: Is it green, money-saving or both?

By Jan Herbert Rockford Park District Whether you were “green” before the color was fashionable or whether you’re just ready to find
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September 5, 2012 | Also published in Living> Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Can eating all-natural superfoods really cure cancer?

Staff Report After being diagnosed with breast cancer twice in one year, Gale Compton began to re-evaluate her unhealthy lifestyle. Compton’s
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September 5, 2012 | Also published in Living> Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Yoga Rockford: Why not yoga?

By Jennie Williford Pranayama Yoga Studio Why haven’t you tried yoga? There is always some excuse not to try it …
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August 29, 2012 | Also published in Living> Naturally Rockford> Yoga Rockford | Comments (0)

One Green Thing: My lemons need what on them?

By Jan Herbert Rockford Park District Whether you were “green” before the color was fashionable or whether you’re just ready to find
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August 22, 2012 | Also published in Living> Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Raw Energy: Raw food is good, inside and out

By Brenda Richter If raw foods, such as fresh fruits and vegetables, are high-energy, high-vibrational, self-curing foods, why doesn’t everyone
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August 22, 2012 | Also published in Naturally Rockford> Raw Energy | Comments (0)

Raw Energy: Detoxification: Releasing the toxins from your body

By Brenda Richter Detoxification is a means for the body to release poisons from our blood, lymph, skin, organs, tissues and
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August 15, 2012 | Also published in Living> Naturally Rockford> Raw Energy | Comments (0)

‘Meet the Buyers/Meet the Chefs’ event in Freeport Aug. 28

By Nikki Keltner Program Coordinator, University of Illinois Extension Serving Jo Daviess, Stephenson and Winnebago Counties FREEPORT, Ill. — Farmers wanting to
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August 15, 2012 | Also published in Living> Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Openfields Local Foods Dinner Aug. 13 at Social in Rockford

Staff Report Chefs have a long list of responsibilities that include food preparation, menu planning and pricing, establishing contact with vendors,
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August 8, 2012 | Also published in Living> Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Science of Composting Workshop set for Aug. 11

Staff Report Owners of horses and small livestock will benefit from attending a workshop on best management practices for
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August 8, 2012 | Also published in Living> Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Raw Energy: The power of eating raw foods

By Brenda Richter One of the keys to achieving ideal health is within your diet and the amount of raw foods
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August 1, 2012 | Also published in Living> Naturally Rockford> Raw Energy | 1 Comment

One Green Thing: Some are new, some are old: Household tips

By Jan Herbert Rockford Park District Whether you were “green” before the color was fashionable or whether you’re just ready to find
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August 1, 2012 | Also published in Living> Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Yoga Rockford: Yoga Olympics not a good idea

By Jennie Williford Pranayama Yoga Studio The Olympics are upon us, and we are ready to be amazed and inspired by athletes
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July 25, 2012 | Also published in Living> Naturally Rockford | 1 Comment

One Green Thing: New uses for everyday things

By Jan Herbert Rockford Park District Whether you were “green” before the color was fashionable or whether you’re just ready to find
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July 18, 2012 | Also published in Living> Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Dr. Julia’s Inn: HCG, amino acids and weight loss

By Dr. Julia Whipkey-Michniewicz, N.D. Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine I have been doing extensive classes and continuing educational classes on the
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July 11, 2012 | Also published in Living> Naturally Rockford | 1 Comment

To Your Health!: Beauty products shifting to organics

By Richard S. Gubbe Contributing Writer The International Esthetics, Cosmetics and Spa Conference held its annual Spa and Wellness show in Las
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July 11, 2012 | Also published in Living> Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

One Green Thing: Aluminum foil can be useful … more than once

By Jan Herbert Rockford Park District Whether you were “green” before the color was fashionable or whether you’re just ready to find
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July 11, 2012 | Also published in Living> Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Federal grant expands Link access at farmers’ markets

Staff Report CARBONDALE, Ill. — Up to 150 Illinois farmers’ markets could receive free wireless machines that accept debit, credit and
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July 3, 2012 | Also published in Living> Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Yoga Rockford: At the feet of yoga

By Jennie Williford Pranayama Yoga Studio BKS Iyengar, founder of Iyengar Yoga, poses a question: “Why think of the heavens when
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June 27, 2012 | Also published in Living> Naturally Rockford> Yoga Rockford | Comments (0)

Wind Ridge Herb Farm hosts Herb, Garden & Wellness Faire June 30

Staff Report CALEDONIA, Ill. — The Sixth Annual Herb, Garden & Wellness Faire will be from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.,
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June 27, 2012 | Also published in Living> Naturally Rockford | 1 Comment

June 26 Center for Learning in Retirement workshop explores Alexander Technique

Staff Report Tuesday, June 26, Rock Valley College’s (RVC) Center for Learning in Retirement will host a workshop on the F.M.
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June 20, 2012 | Also published in Living> Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

One Green Thing: Should it be ‘reuse, recycle or dispose’ with paint?

By Jan Herbert Rockford Park District Whether you were “green” before the color was fashionable or whether you’re just ready to find
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June 20, 2012 | Also published in Living> Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Area winery hosts tour of local vineyards June 16

By Leslie Brefeld Free-lance Writer FREEPORT, Ill. — The Famous Fossil Vineyard & Winery in Freeport, Ill., is hosting a self-guided
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June 13, 2012 | Also published in Living> Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Vendors sought for outdoor Herb, Garden & Wellness Faire

Staff Report Wind Ridge Herb, Garden & Wellness Faire will be held rain or shine from 9 a.m. to 6
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June 13, 2012 | Also published in Living> Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Find new things and buy local at area farmers’ markets

By Shauna Ubersox Staff Writer As the weather grows increasingly warmer, farmers’ markets around the greater Rockford area are setting up shop
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June 6, 2012 | Also published in Farmers' Markets> Living> Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Yoga Rockford: It’s yoga — what do you expect?

By Jennie Williford Pranayama Yoga Studio Yoga is a vast and amazing subject. No matter what you might look for from yoga,
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May 30, 2012 | Also published in Living> Naturally Rockford | 1 Comment

One Green Thing: Travel a ‘greener’ way (or maybe with just less hassle?)

By Jan Herbert Rockford Park District Whether you were “green” before the color was fashionable or whether you’re just ready to find
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May 23, 2012 | Also published in Living> Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Rockton farmers’ market runs May 23-Oct. 31

Staff Report ROCKTON, Ill. — Rockton Chamber of Commerce and Rockton United Methodist Church will offer a farmers’ market from 4-7
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May 23, 2012 | Also published in Living> Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Illinois Vipassana Meditation Center open house May 20

Staff Report PECATONICA, Ill. — The Illinois Vipassana Meditation Center (Dhamma Pakasa) invites Rockford-area residents to its ninth annual open house
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May 16, 2012 | Also published in Living> Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

FitMe Wellness partners with Hazzard Free Farm

Staff Report FitMe Wellness has unveiled its latest program geared toward the improved health and wellness of the Rockford community. Starting
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May 16, 2012 | Also published in Living> Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Raw Energy: GMOs: The untold risks in our food

By Brenda Richter Grocery stores offer more than 40,000 products, the majority of which are processed foods. According to the
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May 16, 2012 | Also published in Living> Naturally Rockford> Raw Energy | 1 Comment

Rockford company offers natural products from Yucatan Peninsula

Staff Report A new wholesale business, created from a vacation to Mexico, has landed in Rockford. Enfuego Productions specializes
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May 9, 2012 | Also published in Living> Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Angelic Organics to be featured in Chicago Film Premiere May 17

Staff Report CHICAGO — Green Living Project (GLP), the leading film production and marketing company focused on global sustainability-related stories, has
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May 9, 2012 | Also published in Living> Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

May 21 deadline to apply for Farmers’ Market Promotion Program

Staff Report SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — An advocate for local foods, Illinois Lt. Gov. Sheila Simon (D) is urging local food producers
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May 9, 2012 | Also published in Living> Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Metals & Electronics Drive May 5 at Machesney Park Mall

Staff Report Keep Northern Illinois Beautiful (KNIB) will host a Spring Metals & Electronics Drive from 9 a.m. to 3
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May 2, 2012 | Also published in Living> Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Yoga Rockford: Asana and Iyengar yoga

By Jennie Williford Pranayama Yoga Studio Asana (the practice of yoga postures) is the most visible part of yoga and the thing
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April 25, 2012 | Also published in Living> Naturally Rockford> Yoga Rockford | Comments (0)

Dr. Julia’s Inn: Physiology and Bowel 101

By Dr. Julia Whipkey-Michniewicz, N.D. Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine I first became interested in Naturopathic Medicine when my mother
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April 25, 2012 | Also published in Dr. Julia's Inn> Living> Naturally Rockford | 1 Comment

To Your Health!: FDA requests antibiotic-free meat, poultry

By Richard S. Gubbe Contributing Writer The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has requested that meat and poultry producers cease giving antibiotics
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April 18, 2012 | Also published in Living> Naturally Rockford | 1 Comment

One million Americans tell FDA: We want to know what’s in our food

Staff Report The Just Label It (JLI) Campaign announced that 1 million Americans have signed a petition telling the Food
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April 11, 2012 | Also published in Living> Naturally Rockford | Comments (0)

Cartridge World’s recycling programs help planet, local organizations

Staff Report This month, Cartridge World — Rockford encourages the Rockford community to “refill” their commitment to Earth Day, April 22.
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April 4, 2012 | Also published in Living> Naturally Rockford | 1 Comment

RAW Energy: How raw foods can improve your health

By Brenda Richter Everyone knows it’s healthy to eat fresh fruits and vegetables every day. That isn’t a new concept. The
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April 4, 2012 | Also published in Living> Online Exclusives> Raw Energy | 2 Comments

Yoga Rockford: Sorry, folks, yoga is NOT a tantric sex cult

By Jennie Williford Pranayama Yoga Studio In the wake of news about the sexual exploits and financial mismanagement committed by the founder
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March 28, 2012 | Also published in Living> Naturally Rockford> Yoga Rockford | 1 Comment

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