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IN THIS ISSUE - MARCH 2026

IN THIS ISSUE, March 2026, our feature story is Using Food To Heal: A Look at Anti-Inflammatory and Elimination Diets. Other topics include Stress-Free Fitness; The Hydration Habit: Helping Kids Thrive With Every Sip; Light Versus Darkness, Fiber’s Fun Side with a recipe for…Lime Coconut Chia Pudding With Crushed Almondsand more. Our Natural Pet article explores Pet Reactions to Food, plus don’t miss our special section on Death, Dying & Grief. In addition to these preceding linked articles, you’ll also find the following Online Exclusive articles, plus Local News, Local Articles, Health Briefs, Global Briefs, and much more. Enjoy!


ONLINE EXCLUSIVE ARTICLES: 

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Homemade Natural Cleaners That Work

Simple DIY natural cleaner recipes using vinegar, baking soda and essential oils cut toxins, reduce plastic waste and freshen homes safely. Read More » 

 

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Insights From The Gut Biome Lab A Conversation With Ravinder Nagpal

Ravinder Nagpal, Ph.D., shares research on the gut microbiome’s role in metabolism, immunity and brain health, including links to obesity and Alzheimer’s risk. Read More » 

 

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Gardening Our Dreams

A reflective spring meditation on growth, intuition and small daily choices that nurture creativity, resilience and personal transformation. Read More » 

 

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Data-Driven Wellness: Functional Lab Testing To Personalize a Healthy Lifestyle

How functional lab testing, from gut and hormone panels to micronutrient analysis, personalizes nutrition and lifestyle medicine beyond standard labs. Read More » 

  

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Sustainable Pantry Solutions: Maximize Space, Minimize Waste

Smart pantry organization with glass storage, bulk buying and eco-friendly containers reduces food waste and supports sustainable kitchen habits. Read More » 


Featured LOCAL Articles

From the March 2026 PRINT Edition

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Letter from Publisher - March 2026

As we move toward the renewal of spring, this is a wonderful time to reassess how we nourish ourselves—physically, emotionally and even socially. Read More » 

 

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Wander Through Wellness at Greater Wellness Holistics Expo

Don't miss the Greater Wellness Holistics Expo April 11, 2026, at the Lebanon Valley Expo Center, Sponsored by Greater Wellness Holistics LLC. Read More » 

 

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Convenient Onsite Lab Testing Expands at Brighter Dawn

Brighter Dawn Medical now offers onsite LabCorp testing with same-day results. Fast, convenient, and insurance-covered, making preventive care and treatment easier than ever. Read More » 

 

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Learn Reiki for Self-Healing and Spiritual Growth

Discover the power of self-healing with Reiki I at Inner Light Reiki & Spiritual Life Coaching. Learn energy work, receive attunement, and grow spiritually in one day. Read More » 

 

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Experience Total Body Wellness Through Facial Reflexology

Refresh your mind and body with facial reflexology at Mind Body Sole Reflexology. Gentle, noninvasive techniques stimulate the face to promote balance, relaxation and overall wellness. Read More » 

 

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Discover Stretch Therapy for Pain Relief and Whole-Body Wellness

Ease pain and boost mobility with stretch therapy at Carlisle Bowen Works. Gentle assisted stretches and massage restore balance, flexibility, and whole-body wellness. Read More » 

 

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Light Versus Darkness: A Universal Battle for Your Soul

Light and dark are universal forces, shaping both the cosmos and human experience. Dan Ober explains how QHHT sessions help release old emotional patterns, elevate consciousness, and empo... Read More » 


SPECIAL SECTION: Death, Dying & Grief

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Death, Dying & Grief Event Returns With Growing Community Support

Don't miss Death, Dying & Grief: An Honest Conversation. Connect. With community, explore end-of-life resources and engage in open, heartfelt dialogue. Read More » 

 

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Death is Part of Our Story: Why Avoidance Makes Grief Harder—and Talking Helps

Death is part of every life, yet rarely discussed. Beth Montgomery explores how open conversations and end-of-life planning can ease grief, foster connection, and reduce fear. Read More » 

 

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When Grief Lives in the Body: How Change and Loss Are Held Within

Grief isn’t just emotional—it lives in the body. Happie Soul Wellness offers trauma-informed bodywork and energy work to release tension, restore balance, and support healing. Read More » 

 

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Gentle Support Through Death, Dying and Grief

Find gentle support for grief at Carlisle Bowen Works. Bowen, CranioSacral, reiki, and massage help calm the body, ease tension, and nurture emotional healing. Read More » 

 

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An Earth-Honoring Farewell: Understanding Natural Burial Practices

Green burial offers an earth-honoring alternative to conventional funerals. By avoiding embalming chemicals and metal caskets, it supports renewal, conservation, and meaningful end-of-lif... Read More » 

 

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Witnessed in Grief: How Shared Presence Creates Meaning

Grief needs witnessing, not fixing. Melissa Angelini explores how shared presence, retreats, and intentional spaces create steadiness, self-compassion, and meaning through life’s hardest ... Read More » 

 

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Supporting the Grieving Heart With Reiki

Reiki offers gentle, noninvasive support for the grieving heart. Rev. Rachel Schwab explains how energy-based healing can calm the nervous system and nurture emotional balance. Read More » 

 

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The Role of a Death Doula

A death doula provides compassionate guidance through life’s final transition. Beth Montgomery explains how they support emotional, practical, and spiritual needs while honoring values an... Read More » 

 

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A Sustainable Legacy Through Green Burial

Green burial offers an earth-friendly alternative to traditional end-of-life practices. At The Wood’s Edge at Paxtang Cemetery, families can create a lasting legacy rooted in conservation... Read More » 

 

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