November 2025: Natural Awakenings Tucson Edition In this issue: Radiofrequency Microneedling; Spotlight on Suzy Bogguss; The Burnout Reset; Balancing Act; Navigating Life’s Transition; Indoor Oasis; Plus Much More... Frida’s Garden Blooms at Tucson Botanical Gardens A vibrant new exhibit at Tucson Botanical Gardens (TBG) captures the spirit of iconic painter Frida Kahlo’s beloved garden at La Casa Azul in Mexico City Read More » Radiofrequency Microneedling: The Latest Advancement in Holistic Skin Rejuvenation Standard microneedling has long been a trusted treatment for softening fine lines, smoothing skin texture, and reducing acne scars by using sterile needles to activate the skin’s natural healing response. Read More » Spotlight on Suzy Bogguss: A Swingin’ Little Christmas Suzy Bogguss is bringing her matchless vocals, entertaining personality, and stellar Nashville band to the Fox Tucson Theatre. Read More » The Burnout Reset: Whole-Body Recovery for the Season Ahead Winter calls for a slower pace; aligning with seasonal rhythms, setting boundaries and embracing rest helps reset mind and body from burnout. Read More » Patrick Hanaway on The Healer’s Journey Dr. Patrick Hanaway blends functional medicine with Indigenous wisdom and personal cancer recovery to redefine healing as connection to all life. Read More » Balancing Act: Blood Sugar Stability for Better Health and Mood Stable blood sugar supports energy, mood and sleep; mindful eating, herbs and meal timing help prevent spikes and crashes for better health. Read More » Velvety Sweet Potato Bisque Creamy coconut milk and spiced sweet potatoes blend into a nourishing bisque that comforts and supports blood sugar balance with every warm spoonful. Read More » Overnight Cinnamon Date Oats Hearty oats with dates, nut butter and flax offer a cozy, make-ahead breakfast packed with protein, fiber and cinnamon for gentle glucose support. Read More » Tropical Smoothie A refreshing blend of mango, pineapple, greens and basil seeds delivers tropical flavor and blood sugar balance in one easy, energizing sip. Read More » Asian Salmon Power Bowl This vibrant bowl layers salmon, edamame, rice and shredded vegetables with a tangy sesame-lime drizzle—rich in fiber, protein and omega-3s. Read More » Navigating Life’s Transitions Autumn invites reflection and rest as nature slows; small rituals and stillness help ease emotional shifts and seasonal affective changes. Read More » Indoor Oasis: How Houseplants Transform the Winter Blues Houseplants support mood, air quality and sensory calm during winter, offering therapeutic benefits even for those without a green thumb. Read More » Tools for Fitness Recovery: Modalities That Prioritize the Mind-Body Connection Sauna, massage, acupuncture and float therapy support post-exercise recovery while strengthening mind-body resilience and emotional balance. Read More » Tired but Wired: Rebalancing the Cortisol-Sleep Cycle Aligning cortisol with natural rhythms through sleep habits, rituals and herbal support can ease stress and improve sleep during colder months. Read More » Start Strong: Morning Rituals for Energized Kids Intentional morning routines with balanced nutrition, gentle movement and prep the night before help kids feel calm, focused and school-ready. Read More » The Virtual Care Revolution for Pets: Tips for Navigating Telemedicine and Teleadvice Platforms From licensed telemedicine to holistic teleadvice, virtual pet care offers accessible options, but knowing the provider’s role is key to safe treatment. Read More » Air Pollution’s Effect on Fetal Brain Development Fetal brain scans show structural changes linked to black carbon pollution exposure during pregnancy, raising concerns about prenatal air quality risks. Read More » Veterans Embrace Natural Remedies for Chronic Pain Veterans are increasingly using natural remedies like herbs, supplements and cannabis for pain relief, but most lack medical guidance on interactions. Read More » Yoga’s Role in Preventing Memory Loss Kundalini yoga improved memory perception, brain function and gene expression in older women at risk for dementia, outperforming cognitive training. Read More » Pesticides and Pregnancy Outcomes Higher intake of pesticide-laden produce is linked to lower pregnancy and live birth rates in women using fertility treatments, a long-term study finds. Read More » Meditation for Pain Relief Mindfulness meditation significantly reduces physical and emotional pain by altering how the brain processes discomfort, new imaging studies show. Read More » Electric Spoon Enhances Low-Sodium Foods Japan’s electric salt spoon boosts flavor in low-sodium meals by sending mild currents to the tongue, offering promise for heart-healthy eating. Read More » Cloud Forests Face Climate Challenges Warming temperatures are pushing Mesoamerican cloud forest plants uphill, raising concerns about biodiversity loss and regional water supply disruptions. Read More » Life Beyond Earth Is Highly Probable A vast majority of scientists believe life beyond Earth is likely, with odds of no other life in the universe estimated at less than one in a billion billion. Read More » Using Artificial Intelligence To Count Wildebeest New AI models reveal the Serengeti wildebeest population may be less than half previous estimates, highlighting migration shifts from climate and development. Read More » Zodiac Signs Are Outdated Due to Earth’s wobble, star alignments have shifted dramatically since Babylonian times, calling into question the accuracy of today’s zodiac signs. Read More » Honoring the Earth and Each Other Simple shifts—like reusable tableware, local produce and low-waste meals—can make Thanksgiving more sustainable without losing warmth or tradition Read More » In-Print