July 2025

Inside the July 2025 edition of Natural Awakenings Greater Boston/Rhode Island: Nature is Calling, Edible Landscapes, Healthy Travel Hacks, The Microadventure Mindset Rescuing Old Items for Garden Décor, Protein-Forward Breakfasts, The New Cycle of Innovation, The Power of Outdoor Play and more.

From Newsfeeds to Nature Walks

I couldn’t help but snidely chuckle in agreement when catching the line in our feature story, “The Microadventure Mindset, Finding Natural Splendor Close to Home” by Carrie Jackson, that relates the need for "... time away from our cursed phones.” Read More »

Healthy Travel Hacks: How to Stay Energized, Regular and Resilient on the Go

Travel offers a chance to recharge and explore, but it can take a toll on the body through dehydration, poor digestion and disrupted sleep. With a few naturopathic strategies, it’s possible to stay healthy, energized and resilient throughout the journey. Read More »

Naturepedic Introduces Kids Bedroom Furniture

Naturepedic has expanded furniture with its new Savona Kids Collection, offering organic, UL/GREENGUARD Gold-certified pieces designed for safety and durability. Read More »

Nature Is Calling: Trails, Farms and Hidden Gems in Southeastern Massachusetts

From historic farms to coastal preserves, The Trustees of Reservations offers over 120 places across Massachusetts to connect with nature and history. Read More »

Experience Chakra Harmony for Deep Energetic Renewal

Intuitive Hearts in Smithfield, RI, offers Chakra Harmony, a powerful new session combining crystal light therapy, vibrational crystal healing and reiki. Read More »

Advanced Light Force Therapy: Gentle, Preventive Orthodontics for a Stronger Face and Healthier Airway

Advanced Light Force (ALF) Orthodontics offers a gentle, holistic approach that supports natural jaw growth and overall health rather than just straightening teeth. Read More »

A New Home for Healing in Warwick

Licensed Massage Therapist Katie Zmed has moved her practice to a new office in Warwick’s Gateway Plaza, expanding access to her specialized services. Read More »

Awaken, Align and Celebrate at the OM Festival

The OM Festival returns July 23–27, 2025, to West Mountain Inn in Arlington, Vermont, offering five days of yoga, music, wellness and nature. Read More »

New Book Inspires Young Readers to Find Joy in the Little Things

Wendy Nadherny Fachon’s children’s book, The Angel Heart, invites young readers on a heartfelt journey of love, faith and discovery. Read More »

InosiCare for Irregular Female Cycles

Understanding the menstrual cycle—and how to support it—can be key to improving overall reproductive and hormonal health. InosiCare is designed to support metabolic, hormonal and gut health. Read More »

Tech Neck Isn’t Just an Adult Problem

With kids spending hours hunched over screens, “tech neck” is becoming a growing concern, even in young children. Dr. Victoria Malchar emphasizes early intervention and chiropractic care to support healthy posture and spinal development. Read More »

Expanded Store Hours at Nature’s Goodness

Nature’s Goodness Natural Food Store in Middletown, RI, is now open seven days a week, adding Sunday and Monday hours from noon to 4 p.m. Read More »

Save the Date for Intention Fest 2025

Intention Fest returns September 28, 2025, to Ninigret Park in Charlestown, RI, offering a free day of healing arts, meditation and holistic wellness. Read More »

Micah Mortali on the Cure for Screen Fatigue: Rewilding Your Life

Micah Mortali encourages shifting away from screen addiction toward a deeper, mindful connection with nature to restore our sense of aliveness. Read More »

Reconnect with Nature Through Forest Bathing

A guided forest bathing session will take place July 27, 2025, at the New England Botanic Garden. This mindful practice, led by award-winning author Nadine Mazzola, is proven to boost mood, improve immune health and enhance mental clarity. Read More »

INTERACTIVE: July 2025 Natural Awakenings Crossword Puzzle

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micro adventure couple

The Microadventure Mindset: Finding Natural Splendor Close to Home

Short, local outdoor escapes—“microadventures”—boost well-being, connect people to nearby nature, and foster community, making adventure accessible to all. Read More »

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Julian Hoffman on Finding Our Place in an Interconnected World

Writer Julian Hoffman urges redefining home to include wild places, sharing how ordinary people can protect ecosystems through love, grief, and collective action. Read More »

Protein breakfasts

Protein-Forward Breakfasts: Starting the Day Strong

Starting the day with protein supports metabolism, mood, and satiety, with dietitians recommending plant-based scrambles, nut butters, and cottage cheese for lasting energy. Read More »

SOUTHWESTERN-STYLE TOFU BREAKFAST SCRAMBLE

Southwestern-Style Tofu Breakfast Scramble

Crumbled tofu sautéed with turmeric and smoked paprika mimics scrambled eggs, topped with guacamole and salsa for a plant-based, protein-rich start. Read More »

HONEY PAPAYA YOGURT PARFAIT

Honey Papaya Yogurt Parfait

Greek yogurt, diced papaya, granola, and a touch of honey layer into a refreshing, high-protein parfait that’s naturally sweet and ideal for busy mornings. Read More »

woman in a field of sun flowers

Abandoning Routine and Courting Delight

Small seasonal joys—sunset picnics, solo road trips, barefoot walks—invite a playful reset from routine, reminding us to embrace summer’s sensory abundance. Read More »

kids picking produce from the landscaping

Edible Landscapes: Creating Regenerative Sustenance

Food forests mimic natural ecosystems to produce resilient, edible landscapes, offering biodiversity, soil health, and local food solutions—even in small urban spaces. Read More »

Couple on bikes

The New Cycle of Innovation: How Tech Is Shaping the Future of Bicycling

Tech advances in gravel and e-bikes, safer tires, and app-connected rides are transforming cycling into a more inclusive, versatile, and environmentally friendly mode of transport. Read More »

woman in a pink sun hat

Sun-Kissed, Not Stressed: Keys to Protecting and Replenishing Summer Skin

Natural ingredients like oatmeal, honey, and lavender help soothe summer skin, offering eco-friendly alternatives to chemical sunscreens and replenishing hydration after sun exposure. Read More »

kids in a community garden

The Power of Outdoor Play: Expanding a Child’s Development With the Help of Mother Nature

Outdoor play fosters emotional resilience and cognitive skills, with nature’s sensory-rich environments shown to lower stress and boost attention in children, including those with ADHD. Read More »

dog in water therapy for arthritis

Alleviating Arthritis in Dogs: Joint Health Begins in the Gut

Gut health may hold the key to easing canine arthritis, with research linking digestive inflammation to joint pain and highlighting benefits of whole foods over processed diets. Read More »

Paternal Dietary Influences on Sperm Quality

A small study shows that diet changes can quickly alter sperm gene regulators, suggesting that paternal nutrition may influence offspring health from conception. Read More »

Tick-Borne Disease Spreads to Mid-Atlantic States

Tick-Borne Disease Spreads to Mid-Atlantic States

Ticks in Virginia, Maryland, and Delaware are now carrying babesiosis, a rare parasite once limited to the Northeast and Midwest, raising public health concerns. Read More »

At-Home Cervical Cancer Screening

At-Home Cervical Cancer Screening

A newly FDA-approved self-test device enables at-home HPV screening, offering a less invasive alternative to Pap smears and encouraging broader participation. Read More »

Shingles vaccine

Shingles Vaccine May Reduce Dementia Risk

A study links shingles vaccination to a 20% lower dementia risk, suggesting immune response and reduced inflammation may play protective roles—especially in women. Read More »

Novel Defense Against Infections

New research reveals proteasomes generate infection-fighting peptides, potentially opening a path to novel antibiotic therapies for resistant bacterial strains. Read More »

3D-Printed Train Station man saluting

3D-Printed Train Station

A 3D-printed station in Japan was installed overnight, slashing costs and build time, showcasing how additive manufacturing can transform public infrastructure Read More »

Chilean Deep-Sea Ecosystems Discovered

Scientists discovered 60+ new species and methane-fed life in unexplored Chilean seafloor canyons, using robotic dives nearly 10,000 feet below the surface. Read More »

Seeing a New Color

Researchers used lasers to stimulate eye cells, leading participants to see “olo,” a vivid bluish-green color reportedly outside the standard human color range. Read More »

Solar-Powered Sea Slug

Solar-Powered Sea Slug

The leaf sheep sea slug stores algae chloroplasts and photosynthesizes, a rare trait in animals that lets it convert sunlight into energy for days. Read More »

Family wants fresh air

U.S. Air Quality Is Declining

A record 156 million Americans now live with unhealthy air, as climate change fuels wildfire smoke and extreme heat, reversing decades of clean air progress Read More »

up cycled tires as planters

Rescuing Old Items for Garden Décor

Old teapots, ladders, and boots become whimsical, low-cost garden art, as upcycling breathes creative, eco-conscious life into outdoor spaces Read More »

SOLUTION: July 2025 Natural Awakenings Crossword Puzzle

Find the solution key to June 2025's Crossword Puzzle here. Read More »