Wellness Wednesdays at the Salt Cave

Salt of the Earth Center for Healing is providing half-price ($20) salt cave sessions every Wednesday and Saturday in September.

The goal of Susan Toron, DC, and health coach Sheryl Silver, MS, is to bring the community a variety of natural healing treatments that complement traditional therapies in order to meet clients’ health and wellness needs.

Location: 811 Chestnut Ridge Rd., Chestnut Ridge, NY. For appointments and more information, call 845-290-0678 or visit saltoftheearthcfh.com.

Natural Awakenings Magazine Hudson County - September 2023

Enjoy articles from our September 2023 Issue Read More »

Misunderstood and Misdiagnosed

Lipedema is a relatively under-recognized and often misdiagnosed condition characterized by the abnormal accumulation of fat cells in specific areas Read More »

Dental Hygiene and Gum Disease

Maintaining good dental hygiene is not only about achieving a bright smile, but it also plays a crucial role in preventing gum disease. Read More »

Bridging the Gap: Traditional and Modern Medicine

Holistic wellness has gained significant traction of late as integrative therapies such as herbal medicine aim to harmonize the mind, body and spirit. Read More »

Physical Therapy for Balance and Fall Prevention

Bustling urban landscapes and modern lifestyles keep us perpetually on our toes, so maintaining balance and preventing falls has become a crucial concern as the risk of falls lurks Read More »

Wellness Wednesdays at the Salt Cave

Salt of the Earth Center for Healing is providing half-price ($20) salt cave sessions every Wednesday and Saturday in September. Read More »

Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff

For those that feel stressed, tired, anxious or worried and can’t seem to shut off their mind no matter what they try, an Access Bars session Read More »

Aloha, Maui…

We all saw the heartbreaking devastation of beautiful Maui—it seems to be a disaster of our own making due to the ignorance of what we have been doing to nature for decades Read More »

ANN WIGMORE’S ENERGY SOUP

Ann Wigmore’s Energy Soup

This soup has several properties that facilitate mindful eating and is served at room temperature. Read More »

Ayurvedic Cosmetics on the Rise

Ayurvedic Cosmetics on the Rise

In Sanskrit, Ayurveda translates to “the science of everyday living,” and it is one of the world’s oldest systems of medicine. Read More »

Children's Activity Declined Since Covid

Children’s Physical Activity Declined Since Pandemic

In a new systematic review and meta-analysis published in JAMA Pediatrics, researchers found that children’s physical activity has been greatly reduced by the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More »

Dog Parenting: How to Shape Behavior and Strengthen Our Bond

Although the saying is that dogs are our best friends, canine companions are a lot like kids, too. In the same way that parenting styles impact children’s mental and emotional development, so do pet parenting choices. Read More »

Eco Travel 101

While checking places off the travel bucket list, keep in mind these traveling tips for leaving small footprints across the Earth. Read More »

Embrace The Winding Road

Embracing the Winding Road

Meeting life in the moment, wherever we happen to be, can be a challenging but rewarding spiritual discipline. Read More »

Global Warming May Threaten Heart Health

Global Warming May Threaten Heart Health

As temperatures rise due to global warming, scientists are worried about how extreme heat may impact heart health. Read More »

GREEK ORZO AND CHICKPEA SALAD

Greek Orzo and Chickpea Salad

This recipe by Vincci Tsui, a dietician and intuitive eating counselor, in Calgary, Canada, can inspire mindfulness because it requires chopping, dicing and cubing ingredients, which can be methodical and meditative activities. Read More »

Harvesting Solar Power in Space

Harvesting Solar Power in Space

Space-based solar power (SBSP) is the concept of collecting solar energy during a space orbit and beaming it safely to a fixed point on Earth. Read More »

HEARTY QUINOA SALAD

Hearty Quinoa Salad

A hearty and mindful dish packed with fresh chopped vegetables. Read More »

GUIDING CHILDREN THROUGH TRAUMA AND ANXIETY

Helping Kids Cope: Guiding Children Through Trauma and Anxiety

Children today are facing ever-increasing amounts of stress and anxiety. In addition to academic pressure, bullying and family dynamics, kids are worried about navigating social media, climate change and school shootings. Read More »

Hummingbirds That Don’t Pollinate

Hummingbirds That Don’t Pollinate

Every day, hummingbirds must drink nearly their body weight in nectar to survive. Most hover above their food by beating their wings up to 80 times a second and inserting their beaks into the tubes of flowers. Read More »

Impacts of Radio Frequency Radiation

Impacts of Radio Frequency Radiation

The introduction of 5G mobile phones and infrastructure has given rise to concerns about their safety, as more than 1 million new antennas will be required in the U.S. Currently. Read More »

Light-Emitting Technology

Lighting-Emitting Technology on the Horizon

Researchers from Japan and Germany are developing eco-friendly light devices that use a single layer of organic film mixed with light-emitting materials and an electrolyte. Read More »

Making the Most of a Spiritual Vacation

Making the Most of a Spiritual Vacation

Phil Cousineau, author of The Art of Pilgrimage: The Seeker’s Guide to Making Travel Sacred, specializes in creating meaningful travel experiences and leading tours to sacred sites. Read More »

Medical Tourism

Medical Tourism: Navigating the Risks and Rewards

As healthcare costs continue to rise in the United States, patients are grabbing their passports and turning to medical tourism—the act of crossing borders to obtain quality medical care at a lower cost. Read More »

Rise in Children with Autism

Rise in Children With Autism

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released updated statistics on the rate of children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), which has been on the rise. Read More »

HOW TO ADD MINDFULNESS TO MEALTIME

Savoring the Present Moment: How to Add Mindfulness to Mealtime

Mindful eating—the practice of slowing down, appreciating the present moment and becoming consciously aware of the ingredients, flavors, aromas and textures that we consume—can be a worthwhile meditative endeavor. Read More »

Stephen Cope on Finding Your Calling

Stephen Cope on Finding Your Calling

Specializing in the relationship between Eastern contemplative traditions and Western psychology, Stephen Cope has been a scholar-in-residence for more than three decades. Read More »

Sucralose May Damage DNA

Sucralose May Damage DNA

A recent study conducted by scientists at the University of North Carolina found that ingesting sucralose may cause the formation of a genotoxic chemical called sucralose-6-acetate. Read More »

Testing Acupuncture for Long-term Covid

Testing Acupuncture for Long-Term COVID

Long COVID affects nearly 14 percent of adult patients that had COVID-19. It is characterized by symptoms lasting at least 12 weeks after the initial infection, including fatigue, brain fog and breathlessness. Read More »

Traveling With Purpose

Traveling With Purpose: Nine Destinations for Spiritual Enlightenment

For a trip that fosters mind-body-spirit self-care with a generous portion of adventure, check out these sacred sites. Read More »

Understanding Light Pollution

Understanding Light Pollution: Environmental Concerns and Achievable Remedies

At Montana’s Medicine Rock State Park, visitors have a rare opportunity to look up at the night sky and see an awe-inspiring display of planets and constellations, as well as the Milky Way. Read More »

Yoga on vacation

Yoga on Vacation: Simple Poses and Tips for Travelers

By incorporating yoga into the itinerary, we can cultivate a sense of peace, allowing us to show up as our best selves. Read More »

In-Print, Community news brief Salt Cave Salt of the Earth Susan Toron Sheryl Silver September 2023 September 2023 Issue Salt Therapy Wellness Wednesday