Natural Awakenings Lehigh Valley PA & Far West NJ- February 2023

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The Zen of Love

Mindfulness Tips for Couples

A New Chapter

Nexus for Consciousness, Healing and Hope

Get Moving

Healing,

The desire to offer services within the health environment of a holistic chiropractic office is no coincidence as treating the muscular health and spinal health issues for clients coexist quite well together and we are pleased to be able to say that we have been offering that all under one roof for over 20 years!

Treating

n Sports Injuries & Athletic Performance Optimization

n Low Back & Leg Pain

n Cleanse, Purification, & Weight Loss Products

n Korean Specific Technique (KST)

n Nutrition & Supplements

n Joint Pain & Extremity Adjustments

Dr.

Moving! Call Today

(610) 266 – 6111

Bridging Traditional with Functional

Restoring wellness through a holistic approach of hormone balancing and nutrition throughout all stages of life.

 Female and Male Hormone Imbalance

 Menopause

 Individualized Bio-Identical Hormones

 Insomnia

 Adrenal Dysfunction & Fatigue

 Decreased Libido in both Men & Women

 Thyroid and Endocrine Disorders

Conditions We Treat: Integrated Health Campus 250 Cetronia Road, Suite 301 Allentown, PA 18104 484-294-4199 www.HormoneWellness.net

 Weight Gain, Loss of Muscle Mass & Strength

 Vitamin & Dietary Deficiencies

 Adult & Adolescent Female Acne & Hirsutism Related Hormone Disorders

 Polycystic Ovarian Hormone

 Preconception Fertility Counseling

Albert J.

Peters,

Joseph A. Perelli, D.C. Kathy A. Hatcher, LMT

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Love people for who they are.

Do you know what is really tough? Loving people for who they are…Not who we want them to be, not whom we think they can be, but loving them exactly how they are today. It’s tough because we have our own expectations, by which we measure others, we focus so much on whether the other person is meeting our standards, that we forget to love them for being uniquely flawed and the evolving person they are, just like ourselves, perhaps at a different pace, but when we actually succeed at this, when we love someone for who they are, we see how quickly they transform into the greatest, most inspired version of themselves.

The truth is we don’t know a thing about the silent battles fought by those we admire, battles that are perhaps compensated by the very bravado we respect, we do not see the pain hidden behind their smile. We do not see the suffering and loss they have endured, but more importantly, we do not know what wisdom is hidden in the hearts of those who go unnoticed. Recognizing this humanizes our role models, flattens our egos, and gives us reason to treat every person with compassion and kindness.

Broken people have taught me more about life than some teachers ever could, (I have even been broken myself) but they taught me hope, one of my favorite things I do is give that hope to others, to understand their fears, and assure them that their dreams are much more powerful than their demons. To dissolve their insecurities and remind them that they don’t have it all figured out in order to move forward, these things are my favorite not because I have more to share than anyone else, but because it is so often that I myself need to hear the words I speak. By offering hope to others, I develop hope for myself, the reality is that no matter how insightful someone may seem they are equally clueless.

Enlightenment begins here, with the sobering reminder that there are no masters in life, only helpers, so be a helper, and empower their soul, awakening to this journey is the treasure, it’s the only treasure because cemeteries are not just where we bury those who have passed but also where we entomb the treasures of the future. Think for a moment, of all the untapped wisdom and love, think about all the books that will never be written, hugs that will never be given, and dreams that will never come to light, in this light, the cemetery is the most valuable place on earth, for it is here our regrets come to rest.

Think about this when that voice in your head says you’re not good enough or convinces you to start tomorrow instead of today, think of this when you are holding a grudge, think of how fortunate you are to have another day to share your gifts with the world if for no other reason, think of this, be humbled by this before you do the things you wish. I can assure you, if you think as often as you should, you will never postpone another day, so think, and spend every ounce of your life in the passionate pursuit of that which moves your soul, let your treasure be known.

Have a great month…

Dr. D Rodger ND, MBA

Exploring Your Landscapeing Challenges With Bear Creek Organics

Learn how to Receive a $50 Credit Towards Your Consultation

Thismonth Bear Creek Organics would like to hear from “You”! We want to hear your feedback to get an understanding of the biggest challenges you are having with your land. What are your landscaping dreams and what is holding you back from creating them? What is keeping you stuck on the proverbial Island A, and preventing you from getting to Island B?

The folks at Bear Creek Organics love a challenge. If you reach out to us through our website, share your landscaping dreams and biggest challenges, you will receive a $50.00 credit towards a

consultation. (Offer ends March 1)

As homeowners, we accept responsibility not just for our home but for the land it sits on. We would also like it to be free of problems and full of landscaping dreams

come true. But this can take some envisioning, a bit of hard work and dedication, and possibly some help from an expert.

This month Bear Creek Organics invites you to do some exploring, asking yourself what are the primary things getting in the way of your landscaping dreams. To help you get started we started with a few categories: Safety and liabilities, Beauty, and productivity.

SAFETY and LIABILTIES:

Tell us about the safety issues and liabilities of your land. Do you have grasses and weeds or wild undergrowth that pose a fire hazard or provide a haven for ticks and other critters that endanger your health? What about large dangerous trees growing too close to power lines or buildings? What about water management? Does the flow of water across your land cause soil erosion or wet spots; does it end up in your basement or crawl space?

BEAUTY:

What is beauty to you? What plants do you like? Where do you feel beauty is lacking in your property? What kind of beautiful colors would you like to see in your garden? Do you enjoy spending time in your yard? Does it lift your spirits? How about maintenance, is it easy to care for, or is it overwhelming and out of control?

PRODUCTIVITY:

A productive landscape used to be a bonus feature once we addressed the safety and appearance of our land. With the high cost of quality food these days, productivity is becoming a priority. What are the challenges you face if you want to produce food or medicinal herbs? Do you have issues with lack of sunlight, too much water, or thin and rocky soil? Where is the best place to locate a garden or plant a fruit tree? Which plants should you grow? Which varieties will do best in your microclimate with the lay of your land?

We would love to learn about the challenges you face on your land so that we can work together to help you make your landscaping dreams come true.

CONTACT US. Visit bearcreekorganics. com and fill out the ‘Contact Us’ section or call (570) 582-0615. You can also follow us on Facebook to stay in touch. As a reminder, write to us by March 1st, 2023, to receive $50 towards a consultation and site visit.

Frequency Programs Online

Dr. Gerald H. Smith is the brainchild and originator of the Frequency Shop. Through intelligent evolution and his 52 plus years of clinical practice, he has integrated and developed a unique system whereby people can access frequency programs online. This one of kind delivery system now makes available healing frequencies via one’s smartphone, tablet, laptop, and desktop computer. The genius behind this technology utilizes universal frequencies plus digitally captured frequencies of natural remedies to heal the body. Food, vitamins, herbs, homeopathic remedies, and drugs all represent a matrix to carry frequencies into the body. Through the use of sophisticated electronic systems and software Dr. Smith has discovered how to digitally capture the essence of vitamins, minerals, homeopathic remedies, and even drugs to effect a healing response.

It has been said that necessity is the initiator for creativity. The Frequency Shop had its inception during the pandemic when our governmental authorities began suppressing availability of essential remedies to resolve the crisis. In addition to the pandemic, there also evolved a supply chain crisis, which made it difficult to obtain the needed remedies. The innovative concept of utilizing frequencies, which had its origin in the 1930s through the research of Dr. Royal Raymond Rife, provided a simple solution. An affordable, noninvasive healing modality was now available 24/7, via common electronic devices that could be accessed by anyone around the world. There three plans available and to access your healing frequencies, go to:

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Self Care IS Health Care

Cost-effective Chiropractic care is to get you healthy and keep you healthy

Weall want to be in the best of health! But between vitamins, supplements, memberships, workouts, and life in general, feeling great and being healthy can become very expensive.

At Azure Star Chiropractic, we get it! Chiropractic care is one of the best things you can do for your health, but due to the rising cost of living, food price increase, gas, and everything else, sometimes it feels like there isn't enough money left over for good chiropractic care that we all want and need. The great news is, it doesn't have to be that way!

Our office is thrilled to offer a monthly membership package. No huge bulk payments, no care plans that require a large chunk of cash upfront. A budget-friendly monthly payment that gives both your body (and your income!) the care you deserve! Not only are we saving you money ON your chiropractic care, but your chiropractic care will also save you money on everything else! Individuals under chiropractic care have stronger immune systems, need surgery less, and take fewer prescription drugs. Overall, their mental and physical health is better. Do you know what that means? Less money is spent on other healthcare expenses!

Chiropractic works directly with your nervous system, which is the central processor of your entire body. This means that work done in your nervous system, automatically benefits everything else, and the benefits are endless!

You don't need to be in pain to benefit from chiropractic. Maybe you'd like to deal better with stress. Chiropractic can help! Maybe you feel a little stiff getting out of bed in the morning. Chiropractic can help. Are you an athlete who wants to optimize your performance? Chiropractic has got you! Are you a child who has trouble sitting still all day and struggles with emotional regulation? You guessed it! We can help! Our gentle care is perfect for every BODY and helps to make sure everything else you're doing to be healthy works better, too: massage, acupuncture, and working out, all are more effective with a healthier and more adaptable nervous system.

The best part is, chiropractic care is now affordable, accessible, and available, not just for you, but for your entire family! We look forward to welcoming you into our family at Azure Star, providing you with the best care, at affordable prices, and helping you create and maintain health for years to come. The question is no longer “Can you afford to?” The question is “What are you waiting for?”

Call us today, 484 893 0866 and schedule your free consultation. We can't wait to see you soon! See ad on page 29.

Get Off Your Meds Now

Yolanda has been successful in helping people avoid, reduce, and in some cases eliminate their medications for high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and type 2 diabetes. These ailments are lifestyle diseases which means they can be treated with some lifestyle changes.

Does it sound too good to be true? Some of Yolanda’s clients thought so too until their doctors started taking them off their meds, one by one!

These health challenges are your body’s way of alerting you “hey, we have a problem here.” However, most folks will silence the alert with medications. Unfortunately, the medications will only treat the symptoms of the ailment and the ailment will continue to harm the body. Yolanda views the health challenge as a doorway to walk through to explore and address the root cause to permanently silence the alert.

A holistic approach to optimal health and well-being is what Yolanda believes is effective and sustainable. She will assess all of you, rather than just looking at the ailment, because everything is connected to everything. Thoughts, emotions, relationship to food, environment, quality of food, the timing of meals, and your personal roadblocks to success will be addressed.

Yolanda has been in the wellness field for over 30 years. She was a certified personal trainer and currently holds a degree in life coaching and psychology. She is also certified as a holistic nutritionist and a mind/body eating coach. She is passionate about helping people to help themselves.

Call today to schedule your free 20-minute “meet and greet” chat.

For more information: Health, Nutrition, and Life Coaching Services. Yolanda Regina Battaglia, BS, CHN, MBEC, Board Certified Holistic Health Practitioner. Holistichealth58@gmail.com. 570-903-8700. Healthprofs.com/profile/942822. See ad on page 34.

Webster Technique for Easier Pregnancies

AND Easier Periods

Thousands of people have benefitted from easier pregnancies, more effortless childbirth, as well as less painful periods by receiving specialized chiropractic care with Webster Technique. A common misconception about Webster Technique is that it “aims to flip breech babies”, but this is not accurate. The Webster Technique is a specific chiropractic analysis and gentle adjustment that reduces nervous system stress, balances the pelvic bones, muscles, and ligaments, and optimizes the patient’s pelvic function.

For a pregnant patient, this means that when we address the environment housing the baby, can move on its own into an optimal position as a result. When the mother’s pelvis is out of alignment, the ligaments connecting the uterus and pelvis increase in tension, resulting in distortions to the baby’s environment. For the baby, the surrounding walls of the uterus tighten from the pelvic imbalance, becoming like tight sheets restricting movement. When the gentle chiropractic adjustment is delivered, followed by muscle and ligament soft tissue release, this releases and unwinds tension in the uterus, allowing the baby to move more freely and get into the best possible position throughout pregnancy.

Patients who are not pregnant also benefit from Webster Technique because it restores proper function and alignment of the pelvis and sacrum. Menstrual cramps are often due to contractions of the uterine ligaments and are affected by the alignment of the pelvis and sacrum. Because the Webster technique addresses the uterine ligaments and surrounding muscles, patients with menstrual discomfort and difficult periods can also benefit greatly.

Dr. Masae Hori offers gentle, holistic chiropractic including Webster Technique at Bodhi Tree Chiropractic in Easton, PA. Learn more at Bodhitreechiro.com. To find a Webster-certified chiropractor near you, go to icpa4kids.com. See ad on page 25.

5 Meditation Myth Busters

The myths that keep us stuck, the self-talk that reinforces our false beliefs and some facts to make meditation easy for all to achieve:

1We have to quiet our minds. (Self talk = “I can’t stop my mind from racing!”) We all feel this way. Making the attempt to meditate is enough. When you notice your mind wandering, gently reign it back.

2We need perfect posture. (Self talk= “I can’t sit that way, I have horrible posture.”) Nope, simply maintain a straight spine. Sit crosslegged or kneel on the floor with a cushion under your hips to protect your knees and lower back. For more support sit with your back against a wall, or on a straight-backed chair. Lying down usually results in sleep, so not recommended for beginners.

3It’s not part of my religion. (Self talk = “It’s against God.”) Meditation doesn’t involve worship or belief structures. It’s an exercise for higher awareness and emotional resilience that with practice, leads to numerous physical, mental and emotional health benefits.

4It takes up too much time. (Self talk = “I’m too busy to sit around.”) Even five minutes a day makes a difference. Building up to more over time is great, but even small, consistent efforts reap big payoffs.

5Meditation isn’t worth the effort. (Self talk = “Why bother, it’s a waste of time.”) In only three minutes meditation kicks off six hours of chemical processes that benefit the immune system, support anti-aging, improve emotional resilience, reduce cortisol and more…of so many good things!

Michelle Lee is an artist and workshop facilitator practicing throughout the Poconos and Northeast PA, the Harrisburg area and Lehigh Valley. For details visit www.MichelleLeeArts.com or call 570-443-7777. See ad on page 29.

Body Works Wellness Studio

Donna Porcino Licensed Massage Therapist, Spa Director & Special Event Planner for over 29 years in the field of practicing wellness as well as sharing with all she comes in contact with. Donna holds a 200-hour Yoga Certification.

B odyworks Wellness Studio is a magical experience for all who walk through our doors with uplifting scents of aromatherapy to the spiritual feel of incense filling our studio, as well as friendly staff members. We have a Himalayan Salt Cave for Personal or group Meditation, Sound Bowl Healing, Cord Cutting with Archangel Michael, Couples Massage Experience as well as Reiki Healing & Crystal Placement Healing.

We have a full menu of services with Massage, Shiatsu Sinus Face Treatments, Ear Candling, Full Body, Facial & Abdominal Cupping, Gua Sha, Reiki, Crystal Healing, Ionic foot Soak for detoxing the body, and Chakra balancing.

Yoga Classes for the basic beginner are wonderful for those getting started or just wanting to get familiar to go with the flow, as well as special targeted workshops to give a bit of a challenge. We also offer private yoga classes. All our staff is certified & licensed. Our Special workshops from ” Seeking Self” help us to learn the basics of de-stressing using Sound Therapy, Guided Meditation while tapping into our own abilities to connect and heal within. “Lunar Cycle” classes are held 2 times a month teaching us how to go with the cycle of the moon starting with the New Moon Manifesting and the Full Moon letting go…All of our Workshops are creative, fun, and relaxing and leave you with a sense of stillness & peace.

Shop at our Metaphysical/Spiritual Boutique to help you further you’re healing with a full variety of healing Crystals, Crystal Jewelry, Unique Spiritual Statues from Angels to Mother Gaia, Sage, Incense, Oracle Cards, Candles, Wind Chimes, Upcycled Blankets & Handmade totes to comfy Yoga attire and props.

B odyworks Wellness Studio takes great pleasure in group gatherings either at our studio or your location.

When seeking Harmony, Compassion, Balance & Peace in your heart, Visit Bodyworks Wellness Studio to assist you & for an unforgettable experience along your journey. Located at 95 Crystal Street East Stroudsburg, PA 1830. See ad on page 11.

Ionic Foot Cleanse Detoxification

So,you’ve started on your path to a healthier YOU in 2023? Maybe you are eating better and perhaps you have started an exercise routine to help you shed those unwanted pounds that mysteriously appeared. Another important question to ask in addressing your overall health is: WHAT ARE YOU DOING TO DETOXIFY THE ORGANS AND CELLS OF YOUR BODY? Maybe it is time to incorporate Ionic Foot Cleanse Detoxification into your wellness regimen to address the unwanted toxicity that accumulates from chemicals, pesticides, preservatives, heavy metals, viral and bacterial exposure. The ongoing list of unhealthy substances we encounter and absorb daily could fill an entire page.

No wonder we are left feeling depleted of energy and vitality! Many of our chronic illnesses and diseases are the result of the body’s inability to effectively detoxify enough of these toxins from our systems. It is a wise practice to incorporate regular detoxification programs into your healthcare routine to assist your body in maintaining good health.

During Ionic Foot Cleansing, the client sits in a comfortable chair and immerses their feet in a tub of warm salted water. A device called an array is inserted into the water which emits a very low electrical current into the water. This current enters the hundreds of pores located in the feet and stimulates the body’s organs to begin releasing the stored toxins. These toxins begin releasing into the tub of water and over the subsequent 24-48 hours the body continues to release and eliminate the toxins through urine and bowel elimination. Clients regularly report improved sleep, increased energy, a reduction in arthritic and joint pain, lower blood pressure and cholesterol numbers, and an overall feeling of better health when receiving regular treatments. Approximately, six to eight treatments are performed during a short duration of time and then clients typically choose to continue on a maintenance basis every three to four weeks thereafter.

Keep your commitment to better health by scheduling an Ionic Foot Cleanse Detoxification appointment, by calling our office at 6101-266-6111. Here’s to a Healthy 2023!

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Herbal Toothpaste Deemed Safe and Effective

Toothpaste containing certain plant-derived extracts was found to be effective in the prevention or treatment of gingivitis and early-stage periodontitis, according to a study published in Dentistry Journal The authors noted that people should still get regular, in-depth cleanings and treatments to maintain oral hygiene, and that antibacterial herbal extracts have safer toxicity profiles for human use.

In the double-blind, placebo-controlled trial, patients with a previous diagnosis of gingivitis or initial stages of periodontitis were given an experimental toothpaste or the control toothpaste for a 60-day trial period, during which time they brushed twice daily. The experimental toothpaste contained chemical components and extracts of German chamomile, sage, arnica and echinacea. The control toothpaste contained only chemical active ingredients.

The herbs used in the study showed positive antiinflammatory, antioxidant, antiseptic and antibacterial actions. Patients in the experimental group experienced diminished bleeding of the gums and teeth whitening. The indices of gingivitis, general oral hygiene, plaque, tartar buildup and mild periodontitis decreased in both groups over the trial period. While both toothpastes eliminated several bacterial periodontal pathogens, the experimental one was more efficient against several of them.

Put On a Happy Face

According to a new study led by Stanford University and published in Nature Human Behaviour, positioning our facial muscles into a smile can actually cause us to feel happier. Researchers collected data from 3,878 participants across 19 countries, using three techniques:

n Mimicking facial expressions of actors seen in photos

n Moving the corners of their mouths to their cheeks using only their facial muscles

n Using the “pen-in-mouth” technique, which moves facial muscles in a simulated smile shape

The study found a noticeable increase in feelings of happiness from people that mimicked smiling photographs or pulled their mouth toward their ears.

Alarming Decline of the Hawksbill Turtle

Dispersed throughout the tropical and subtropical waters of the Indian, Pacific and Atlantic oceans, the hawksbill sea turtle helps maintain high coral cover on reefs by removing invasive prey. Their ornate, beautifully patterned shells make them a favorite attraction for snorkelers and divers around the world. But those beautiful shells also make them a target for illegal harvesting to be carved into combs, jewelry and other trinkets.

According to the International Union for Conservation of Nature, the population of hawksbill turtles has declined by 84 to 87 percent over the last three generations, and their numbers continue to fall. Illegal poaching is not the only threat facing these turtles. Excessive hunting, loss of coral reef habitats due to warming oceans and acidification, light pollution in nesting areas due to development, marine pollution and fatal run-ins with commercial fishing have contributed to their decline.

Conservation efforts are underway in places like Australia and the Caribbean, including working with commercial fishers to develop sustainable, turtle-friendly fishing methods. Laws are in place in many parts of the world to deter and prosecute the illegal trade of turtle products. Consumers can do their part by learning to identify, avoid and report hawskbill shell products. For tips, check out this video by Travel for Wildlife at Tinyurl.com/HawksbillHelp.

Turning Vegetable Waste into Plastic

The World Economic Forum estimates that about 400 million tons of plastic waste are produced globally each year and that 98 percent of single-use plastic products are made from fossil fuels. So, the prospect of replacing the petroleum in plastic with a plant material is exciting news for the planet and humanity.

Toresyoku, a Japanese firm, has developed technology that efficiently removes cellulose (dietary fiber) from plant material for use in plastic production. Using vegetable waste, such as cabbage cores, rice husks, coffee grounds and the leaves and stems of tomatoes and broccoli from local farms, the company extracts the cellulose through hydrolysis (heating under pressure in water) and component decomposition (using enzymes).

Not only does the cellulose reduce the use of petroleum-based materials, but it may also increase the strength of the plastic being made for products such as plastic bottles, appliances and car bumpers. The company expects to start operating their factory soon and be able to process up to a ton of plant waste a day. While other companies have been able to extract cellulose from wood chips, Toresyoku’s technology is more efficient and can be done for a fraction of the cost of competing technologies.

Sharks Win!

In a groundbreaking decision, world governments have awarded increased protections to 54 species of sharks at the 19th Conference of the Parties of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES). “This decision is the most significant step toward improving global shark management that countries have taken,” says Mark Bond, a biologist at Florida International University and an advocate for the CITES protections. “It will ensure international shark trade is regulated and traceable.”

Sharks and rays, which are fished for their fins and meat, are the second most threatened vertebrate group in the world, with a third of them threatened with extinction. The inclusion of these sharks on the CITES list helps ensure only legal and sustainable trade in fins and meat is taking place. Almost every shipment of shark products will now require a permit to prove that trade meets legal and sustainability requirements. Before the decision, there were few restrictions in place around the globe.

Bethlehem Nutrition & Wellness Center Advanced Therapeutic Nutrition for Today’s Health Challenges

by Sheila Julson

Astudy published April 7, 2020 in the peer-reviewed medical journal Arthritis and Rheumatology affirms that autoimmune disease is on the rise on America. Autoimmune diseases occur when the body’s natural defense system can’t distinguish between the body’s own cells and foreign cells. When this happens, the body mistakenly attacks normal cells, ultimately affecting a wide range of areas throughout the body.

“That way, I can choose targeted testing to further guide me toward an individualized treatment plan.”

Functional Medicine Nutritionist

Kathy Harrington opened Bethlehem Nutrition & Wellness Center six years ago to help people navigate the often confusing world of nutrition. With a food as medicine approach, she guides clients suffering from autoimmune conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis, lupus and celiac disease. She also sees clients that want to proactively boost their immune systems to prevent diseases, colds and viruses.

“ The immune system is so complex, and that’s why a functional medicine approach works so well to help people regain their health from autoimmune conditions. Proper nutrition can heal,” Harrington emphasizes. “My approach addresses the factors contributing to inflammation in the body so we can rebalance the immune system.”

Harrington is a graduate of the University of Western States’ rigorous Human Nutrition & Functional Medicine master’s degree program. She’s also an adjunct faculty member there and teaches functional nutrition. She had worked in natural health care settings for more than 25 years.

Her background, along with principles from the Western States’ master’s program, has given her the framework to take personalized approaches for each individual. She considers genetics, biochemistry, healthy history and each client’s current state of health when designing nutrition programs.

Individualizes Approaches to Tackle Inflammation

Harrington collects a comprehensive health history for each client, along with genetic and lifestyle information, to determine the underlying causes of their health concerns. “I truly listen to each client and gather the right information so I can organize a time line that will give me ideas about underlying causes,” she explains.

In addition to practicing applied kinesiology muscle response testing, Harrington utilizes advanced functional medicine testing including blood, saliva and stool testing to help determine imbalances and thus guide diet and lifestyle changes. “That helps me develop individualized nutrition programs and personalized herbal supplement programs that are really effective to not just help people regain their health, but enjoy lasting health and wellness,” she says. She carries professional grade supplements free from artificial dyes, fillers and sugar.

A crucial component of complete nutrition is identifying food sensitivities, Harrington notes. While the internet contains some helpful information, she points out that it can lead to self-diagnosing, or attempting fad diets that might not work for every individual.

“ There’s such a wide mix of conflicting information out there,” she says. “In one way it’s nice, because people are more educated. On the other hand, people are getting such a wide range of dietary advice that they’re confused and don’t know how it actually applies to them. I specialize in helping people identify food sensitivities and develop a specific nutrition protocol so they’re empowered to know exactly what foods they should or should not eat.”

Harrington’s services also include guided detoxification, with an emphasis on optimizing liver function. “It’s a foundational part of care and supports gut health,” she affirms. She counsels people on eating fresher, cleaner foods. She also recommends ways to detoxify the body through individualized programs.

Harrington sees clients of all ages with a wide range of conditions. She particularly enjoys working with clients with autoimmune diseases, as well as children. “People with chronic health conditions are interested in alternative approaches. Even people without chronic health conditions want to optimize their immune system, especially during the pandemic,” she concludes. “Optimal immune function not only fights viruses but also leads to less pain and fewer headaches because the body is functioning better.”

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A New Chapter— Nexus for Consciousness, Healing and Hope

by Brooke Goode

In 1994, the same year Jeff Bezos founded Amazon and Deepak Chopra laid the first bricks on his path to enlightenment, Sharon Bruckman created Natural Awakenings magazine. Each a visionary. Each ahead of their time. By the late 1990s Americans had developed a voracious appetite for well-researched, practical information about the latest natural approaches to nutrition, fitness, personal growth and sustainable living. The Natural Awakenings franchise was born, expanding into the largest franchise publishing network in the health and wellness industry.

As the magazine’s 25th anniversary issue, published in 2019, explained, Natural Awakenings was woven from the threads of grit, inspiration and serendipity, creating a tap-

estry of health, healing and mindfulness. In an interview appearing in that issue, Bruckman clarified her purpose, saying, “The why that has been keeping me ‘on purpose’ can be found in the same mission statement that inspired me to create Natural Awakenings: to inspire and empower people to awaken to their highest potential, so together we can create a world that works for all living things.”

The world’s delicate ecosystem, now in crisis, was also in need of help. “The critical issues we now address in Natural Awakenings—like genetically modified foods and climate change—were just emerging in serious public discourse then, but have since grown in urgency,” Bruck-

man said. “The good news is that in the past 25 years, viable solutions in renewable technologies, organic farming methods and holistic healthcare practices have made great strides; now they just have to be implemented on grander scale.”

Shortly after the 25th anniversary issue was published, Joe Dunne, Natural Awakenings’ COO, had a serendipitous meeting with Kimberly Whittle, founder and CEO of KnoWEwell. One conversation later, he was certain that Whittle and Bruckman should meet, given their shared vision and mission. Dunne describes KnoWEwell’s online Regenerative Whole Health Hub as “WebMD, NEJM [New England Journal of Medicine], Match.com, Home Advisor, LinkedIn, Facebook, Amazon, Quora, Medium and Apple News all rolled into one for health.” A week later, Whittle was on a plane to Florida to visit Bruckman at her home. It was the start of a providential relationship between two visionaries determined to bring natural healing, health and hope to individuals and families.

A decade earlier, in 2009, Whittle was driven by a series of family health crises to embark on a search for solutions. Deep diving into evidence-based research, she traveled the country to multiple integrative and functional medicine practitioner conferences. “I was blessed to find tremendous success in the prevention and healing of chronic conditions through what today is defined as Regenerative Whole Health, a broad spectrum of global healing approaches and therapies that consider the whole person—mind, body and spirit—connecting the dots between soil, food, lifestyle choices, planet and personal health to help prevent and address the root causes of chronic diseases,” she explains. “I began as a mom on a mission. As I grew into my family’s healer, and then a health and well-being resource for my friends, I felt a deep yearning to go beyond my community and help more people.”

Combining her entrepreneurial spirit, professional experiences, passion and purpose, Whittle formed KnoWEwell as a force for good in the world, to pay it forward and make it easier for others facing their own health crises, and to pay it back to the professional organizations and

providers that helped her family heal. Much like Natural Awakenings, KnoWEwell’s mission is to transform health care by inspiring and empowering individuals with the knowledge, resources and community to proactively prevent harm, address chronic diseases and create “WELLthier Living” for themselves, their families, humanity and the planet.

Last December, KnoWEwell acquired Natural Awakenings, creating an integrated ecosystem that is committed to commu-

nity, spanning the information gaps, providing immersive multimedia educational experiences and fostering trusted connections locally and globally. Together, these two companies are set to be the solution for consciousness, healing and hope.

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they are inextricably linked. According to the World Health Organization, climate change is the biggest global health threat confronting humanity.

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations estimates that 33 percent of the Earth’s soils are already degraded, and more than 90 percent could become degraded by 2050. Soil erosion decreases agriculture productivity and contributes to a host of environmental threats. It can take up to 1,000 years to produce just two to three centimeters of soil.

While gene-edited crops are being promoted by the world’s largest chemical companies as “giving mother nature a boost,” Jeffrey Smith, founder of the Institute for Responsible Technology, warns, “With gene editing techniques, such as CRISPR, nature could be permanently corrupted by countless GMOs, and our food supply—including organic—could be overrun.”

Meanwhile, six in 10 adults and more than half of all children have a chronic health condition. The problem, Whittle believes, is that while our conventional medical system excels at acute care for an injury or a heart attack, it was never designed to treat chronic conditions, focusing more on the symptoms than the root cause of disease. Studies show there is a roughly 17-year lag between new research and mainstream health and medicine practices.

Hope for People and Planet

Evidence-based research is proving that while our DNA may be our ancestry, it is not necessarily our destiny. According to Dr. Jeffrey Bland, the father of functional medicine, “Our gene expression is altered by numerous influences including environment, lifestyle, diet, activity patterns, psycho-social-spiritual factors and stress. These lifestyle choices and environmental exposures can push us toward (or away from) disease by turning on—or off—certain genes.” Ninety percent of the risks of chronic disease are due to non-genetic factors, and with the right knowledge and resources, individuals can change their lifestyle and environment to prevent and reverse chronic health conditions.

Rodale Institute, a leader in organic farming education and research, points to the importance of farming methods in addressing the health and planet crises. According to the organization, “Hope is right below our feet. Healthier soil grows healthier plants, and healthier plants are more nutritious plants. In our work at Rodale Institute, we’re investigating the links between soil health and human health and proving that organic [farming] can feed the world.”

Research by Rodale Institute has confirmed that adoption of regenerative organic farming practices could capture more than 100 percent of current, human-caused emissions of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere. Rodale Institute researchers concluded, “We now know enough to have real hope, and with this hope comes the responsibility to journey down a new path.”

Millennials are leading the way on conscious living, flocking to integrative options and opting for more “natural” care, long advocated by Natural Awakenings. They now constitute the largest sector of the U.S. workforce with annual spending power of $600 billion. Close to 60 percent of millennials research information about health and nutrition online and on social media. This health-conscious generation believes good health is both a personal and social responsibility. They are early adopters of wearable technology and prefer organically grown, locally sourced and ethically raised foods. But consumers of all ages are overwhelmed by information and unverified online sources in the fragmented whole health market.

Looking Forward

The World Economic Forum reported in 2021 that health care is undergoing a digital revolution that requires multi-stakeholder collaboration and the bridging of information gaps by fusing the digital and analog worlds. The 2017 industry white paper “The Rise of Wellcare”, by PricewaterhouseCoopers, concluded that integrated ecosystems for the consumer in the healthcare industry are essential. This paradigm would include products, services, social media, community and

environmental activism.

The good news is that the local Natural Awakenings print magazines, together with KnoWEwell’s Regenerative Whole Health Hub, a global digital ecosystem, are forging the paradigm shift. Whittle is honored to be continuing Bruckman’s legacy. “We are kindred spirits; I have the same purpose and unwavering drive that Sharon had founding Natural Awakenings nearly 30 years ago. I am deeply commit-

ted to multi-stakeholder collaboration that benefits all—our families, communities and the planet. We will educate to bring consciousness of connections into daily practices and respect for Mother Earth so all can thrive and prosper. Together, we will inspire, empower and achieve a WELLthier Living World.”

Brooke Goode is KnoWEwell’s national editor.

The right food choices don’t just prevent heart disease and help shrink artery plaque, they also nourish and heal the heart. For a healthy ticker, enjoy these five food groups every day.

Fabulous Fiber

Fiber is the roughage in vegetables, fruits, beans and nuts, and it is loaded with agebusting nutrients. Eating fiber suppresses appetite, promotes weight loss, improves blood sugar and cholesterol levels, decreases inflammation and feeds a healthy gut microbiome.

The challenge is to get more fiber every day. Too often, people consume fiber from processed grains and flour, and the sugar load that comes with grain fiber has many adverse impacts on heart health. The best option is to enjoy daily fiber from the following sources: three cups of colorful vegetables; two pieces of fruit, such as one cup of berries and one apple; two handfuls of nuts and seeds; and one-half to one cup of beans.

Smart Fat

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Nourish the Heart

FOODS THAT PROMOTE CARDIAC HEALING

by Steven Masley, M.D., FAHA, FACN, CNS

beverages can be enjoyed daily. In moderation, those tea and coffee pigments are good for us.

nuts decreases the risk of a heart attack and stroke without causing weight gain. Healthy fats improve cholesterol levels, assist with blood sugar control, are critical for the brain, improve hormone balance and reduce inflammation.

Fats enhance the texture of food, adding that smooth, creamy mouth feel to a meal that makes eating a pleasure. Enjoy healthy fats from avocados, seeds and dark chocolate daily.

Clean (Not Mean) Protein

Raising animals in large-scale conventional operations with cruel living conditions is not just mean, it also produces less nutritious meat that can be loaded with hormones, antibiotics and pesticides. Choose clean protein instead, which does not contain added hormones, pesticides and other toxins. Good sources of protein are organic dairy products and eggs, wild seafood and animal protein that has been grass-fed or organically fed while living on open pasture. Beans are also a great protein-packed choice that improves blood sugar and cholesterol profiles. They are the most powerful anti-aging food ever tested.

Beneficial Beverages

Start with at least four cups of water per day. It doesn’t matter whether it’s flat or sparkling, so long as it’s pure. Pure water can be purchased or made at home or at work with a reverse osmosis filter system.

Except for people that are caffeine sensitive, one to two servings of caffeinated

Don’t forget a fiber- and protein-rich smoothie to stay satisfied and revved up all morning. A balanced and delicious recipe includes one serving of protein powder, frozen organic cherries or blueberries, almond milk and chia seeds.

Take advantage of the option to enjoy wine with dinner—just be sure to limit wine intake to no more than two servings daily. Avoid any beverage with added sugar or commercial sweeteners. Don’t be fooled into drinking juice; without the fiber, fruit juice is much closer to drinking soda than to eating fruit.

Powerful Probiotics

Not only do probiotics help gut function— a healthy gut microbiome decreases inflammation and supports weight control. The latest research reveals that the microbes in the gut have a dramatic impact on the risk for heart disease, as well. Because healthy microbes feed on fiber, eating fiber is good for the gut microbiome, too.

The right gut microbes offer numerous benefits. They lower harmful cholesterol levels, improve blood sugar levels, lower blood pressure to normal levels, assist with weight loss, decrease inflammation and decrease production of trimethylamine N-oxide (also known as TMAO), a marker for heart disease. Support the gut microbiome by eating probiotic food sources daily, such as yogurt, kefir, sauerkraut, pickled veggies and miso.

Steven Masley is a physician, nutritionist, trained chef, clinical professor at the University of South Florida and creator of health programs for public television. He is the author of The 30-Day Heart Tune-Up. Learn more at DrMasley.com.

RATATOUILLE

YIELD: 4 SERVINGS

1 medium eggplant (remove ends and any damaged skin), cut into 1-inch cubes

2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil

1 medium sweet onion, diced

½ tsp sea salt

¼ tsp ground black pepper

½ tsp oregano, dried

½ tsp fines herbes (or Italian herb seasonning), dried

3 small zucchini, chopped into ½-inch cubes (about 2½ cups)

2 small yellow squash, chopped into ½-inch cubes (about 2 cups)

2 Tbsp white wine

3 medium tomatoes, chopped (about 2½ cups)

4 medium garlic cloves, minced

1 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley

1 tsp fresh rosemary, diced

1 Tbsp fresh basil, chopped

⅛ tsp paprika or cayenne powder (or to taste)

1 lb firm tofu, cubed, or 15 oz cooked cannel-lini beans (optional)

Fresh herbs for garnish (parsley, basil, and/ or thyme)

This fragrant side dish from southern France is packed with nutrients. It goes well with chicken or fish, and especially a soufflé. To convert this from a side dish to a complete meal, add 1 pound of cubed tofu or 15 ounces of cooked cannellini beans. Can be served hot or cold and usually

tastes better when served the next day.

Steam eggplant on the stove top for 6 minutes or microwave in a glass container for 4 minutes. Cook until tender.

Heat a pan on medium heat and add olive oil; add the onion, salt, black pepper, oregano and fines herbes. Sauté for 2 to 3 minutes or until onions are soft and translucent. Add zucchini, yellow squash, eggplant and wine; stir. Cover and heat for 3 to 4 minutes, until the vegetables soften, stirring occasionally. Add the tomatoes, garlic and fresh herbs; cover, reduce heat to low and simmer for 4 to 10 minutes, until squash softens and the flavors blend. For a touch of heat, add paprika or cayenne pepper. Garnish with fresh herbs.

Excerpted from The 30-Day Heart TuneUp. Copyright © 2021 Steven Masley, M.D. Used with permission from Little, Brown Spark, New York, NY. All rights reserved.

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FRITTATA WITH SPINACH, MUSHROOMS AND CHEESE

YIELD: 4 TO 6 SERVINGS

½ pound fresh spinach, washed and drained, stems removed, chopped

2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil

½ medium sweet onion, finely chopped

2 cups mushrooms, sliced

½ tsp sea salt

1 tsp Italian herb seasoning

2 medium garlic cloves, finely chopped

8 large cage-free, organically fed eggs

2 Tbsp organic, whole fat milk (or sour cream)

½ cup organic Comté (or Gruyère) cheese, grated

¼ cup Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, grated

Preheat oven to 375° F. Place spinach in a saucepan with ½ cup of water. Cover with a lid and allow to steam on high heat for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and drain; squeeze out excess water. Set aside. Heat a sauté pan to medium heat; add olive oil, then onion; stir occasionally. After 1 minute, add mushrooms and continue heating for about 3 to 4 minutes until the onion is translucent and the mushrooms

have softened. Add garlic and Italian herbs and heat 1 minute, then remove from heat.

In a large bowl, whisk the eggs and milk together. Stir in the Comté or Gruyère cheese, steamed spinach and sautéed onions with mushrooms.

Grease a pie dish with extra virgin olive oil, then pour the egg and vegetable mixture into the pie dish. Sprinkle Parmigiano Reggiano cheese over the top.

Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until it has the texture of custard—trembling and barely set. For a golden crust, turn on the broiler for the last couple minutes of baking, but don’t over-bake, or it will get tough. Check it 5 minutes before it’s supposed to be done.

This recipe and photo were excerpted from The Mediterranean Method. ©2019 Steven Masley, M.D. Used with permission of Harmony Books. All rights reserved.

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Natural Virus Killer Copper can stop a virus

before it starts

By Doug Cornell

Scientists have discovered a natural way to kill germs fast. Now thousands of people are using it against viruses and bacteria that cause illness.

Colds and many other illnesses start when viruses get in your nose and multiply. If you don’t stop them early, they spread and cause misery.

Hundreds of studies confirm copper kills viruses and bacteria almost instantly just by touch.

That’s why ancient Greeks and Egyptians used copper to purify water and heal wounds. They didn’t know about viruses and bacteria, but now we do.

“The antimicrobial activity of copper is well established.” National Institutes of Health.

Scientists say copper’s high conductance disrupts the electrical balance in a microbe cell and destroys it in seconds.

The EPA recommended hospitals use copper for touch surfaces like faucets and doorknobs. This cut the spread of MRSA and other illnesses by over half, and saved lives.

The strong scientific evidence gave inventor Doug Cornell an idea. He made a smooth copper probe

with a tip to fit in the bottom of the nostril, where viruses collect.

When he felt a tickle in his nose like a cold about to start, he rubbed the copper gently in his nose for 60 seconds.

“It worked!” he exclaimed.

“The cold never happened. I used to get 2-3 bad colds every year. Now I use my device whenever I feel a sign I am about to get sick.”

He hasn’t had a cold in 10 years.

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“Best sleep I’ve had in years!”

After his first success with it, he asked relatives and friends to try it. They all said it worked, so he patented CopperZap® and put it on the market.

Soon hundreds of people had tried it. 99% said copper worked if they used it right away at the first sign of germs, like a tickle in the nose or a scratchy throat.

Longtime users say they haven’t been sick in years. They have less stress, less medical costs, and more time to enjoy life.

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Other microbial threats

The handle is curved and textured to increase contact. Copper can kill germs picked up on fingers and hands after you touch things other people have touched.

The EPA says copper works just as well when tarnished.

Dr. Bill Keevil led one of the science teams. He placed millions of viruses on a copper surface. “They started to die literally as soon as they touched it.”

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Love in the Present Moment MINDFULNESS

FOR COUPLES

by Marlaina Donato

Jam-packed schedules and answering the demands of everyday life can trip us up and break the spell of even the most solid intimate partnership. With dulled senses, it is easy and all too common to go on autopilot. Like abandoned gardens, heart-unions can become casualties of neglect and the absence of joy.

Mindfulness—awareness and cultivation of the present moment—has been shown to lower blood pressure, reduce anxiety and depression and deepen our appreciation of what we have. Relationships can expand and strengthen when couples practice the art of being in the “now”. A 2021 study involving 1,360 heterosexual couples published in the Journal of Sex & Marital Therapy indicates that gratitude and forgiveness also contribute to satisfaction, both relational and sexual.

Conscious Hearts

“Mindfulness practice comes in many forms: journaling, meditation, mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, tai chi or breathwork, to name just a few. By routinely practicing mindfulness, we are able to deepen our own awareness of what we are feeling and how we want to respond to someone we care about,” explains Moraya Seeger DeGeare, in-house relationship expert for Paired, an app for couples.

Maci Daye, the author of Passion and Presence: A Couple’s Guide to Awakened Intimacy and Mindful Sex says, “Even a few minutes a day of mindfulness practice can rewire the brain, build new habits and help us dis-identify from our limiting beliefs, stories and intense emotions.”

This is a critical factor in transcending personal triggers and promoting conflict resolution.

She emphasizes that couples often go into fight-or-flight mode because they feel threatened by their partner’s non-verbal behavior or are triggered by old, painful wounds.

Daye, a licensed professional counselor and certified sex therapist, notes, “Mindful couples are less attached to being ‘right’ and explore their own sensitivities instead of blaming their partners.” Once “awakened intimacy” is put into practice, couples become interested in each other’s perspectives and team up to heal and grow. In addition to formal training, she suggests bringing presence to all aspects of life. “Couples can engage their senses when they hug, touch or hold hands,” Daye explains. “They can pause to look at each other when they say hello and goodbye. They can slow down and taste their food, savoring every bite. These behaviors also make sexual experiences more sensual, intimate and connecting.”

Taking a few moments for eye contact, the brush of a hand or compassionate interaction can strengthen bonds. DeGeare, who is also a couple’s therapist at BFF Therapy, in Beacon, New York, recommends slowing down together to get in sync. “This could be going for a walk, cooking or listening to the same podcast and talking about it later. It helps the body tune into your partner a bit and connect. The time you spend doing this outside of the bedroom will deepen your connection in the bedroom.” She suggests bringing movement like a shared dance or yoga class into the mix to foster connection, as well as setting “dedicated times to check in through the week or month, uninterrupted.”

A Deeper Dive

Daily verbal exchanges beyond the mundane can amplify resonance between two people. “Asking questions is vitally important, as it cultivates curiosity—but not the day-to-day questions, such as, ‘What are you doing today’ or ‘What do you want for dinner?’” says Debbie Lambert, co-author of The Mindful Couple. The Del Mar, California, couples counselor and life coach encourages people to ask, “What scares you today? What is the most important thing that you would like to create today? What was one thing that made you grateful today, and what is one thing that disappointed or frustrated you today? What is one thing I can do for you today? These types of questions scrape the surface of knowing and create intimacy and connection.”

Lambert compares the practice of mindfulness to a beautiful dance—flowing, loving and creative—that can change future generations. “The energy from such a dance extends far beyond the couple,” she says. “It can be felt intimately by anyone in its presence. When parents dance this dance, their children are bathed in a high-vibrating energy. They feel safe and loved. Most importantly, they learn a model for how to be in a loving relationship.”

Marlaina Donato is an author, visionary painter and recording artist. Connect at WildflowerLady.com.

RHYTHMS OF THE HEART

IMPROVING MOOD WITH VAGUS NERVE TONING

by Kirby Baldwin

While most people consider the brain to be the power center of the body, the heart is stronger in several ways. In research pioneered by the HeartMath Institute in the 1990s, the heart has been found to be 40 to 60 times stronger than the brain electrically and about 100 times stronger magnetically.

HeartMath studies heart rate variability (HRV), which measures the naturally occurring beat-to-beat changes in heart rate and rhythms, and is a key marker of overall health, resiliency and longevity. HeartMath discovered people could train themselves to improve their HRV and, as a result, their ability to regulate emotions by using breath as a type of biofeedback.

Central to this work is the vagus nerve, a main component of the parasympathetic nervous system that carries signals at an unconscious level between the brain, heart and digestive system. Due to its many functions, particularly controlling mood, researchers have targeted the vagus nerve in treating depression, anxiety and other psychiatric disorders.

According to a 2018 study, “Vagus Nerve as Modulator of the Brain-Gut Axis in Psychiatric and Inflammatory Disorders,” published in Frontiers in Psychiatry, “Treatments that target the vagus nerve increase the vagal tone and inhibit cytokine production. Both are important mechanisms of resiliency. The stimulation of vagal afferent fibers in the gut influences monoaminergic brain systems in the brain stem that play crucial roles in major psychiatric conditions, such as mood and anxiety disorders. Since the vagal tone is correlated with capacity to regulate stress responses and can be influenced by breathing, its increase through meditation and yoga likely contribute to resilience and the mitigation of mood and anxiety symptoms.”

Vagal tone tells us how well the vagus nerve is functioning, and it is measured indirectly by HRV. A toned vagus nerve can help regulate the nervous system and improve digestion, heart health and breathing rate. It can also counter the body’s “fight” response and help us relax and bounce back from daily stresses by boosting the “rest-and-digest” response, which also boosts HRV.

Because the vagus nerve is integral to the gut-brain connection, Michael Ruscio, DNM, DC, writes that lifestyle practices that are good for the gut and brain, like diet, exercise and deep breathing, can improve vagal tone. The Cleveland Clinic states that the vagus nerve can be naturally strengthened through meditation, massage, music therapy and cold-water immersion.

Other non-invasive methods of stimulating the vagus nerve include lightly tapping the chest while holding the breath, as well as light-to-moderate massage in areas near the vagus nerve. Because the nerve connects to the throat, gargling with salt water and laughing have also been proposed as potential interventions.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved electrical vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) for the treatment of drug-resistant epilepsy and depression, and there are ongo-

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WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 8

Anxiety and Depression Relief with Effortless Meditation™. 7:00 pm – 8:15 pm. This meditation technique is recommended by physicians as a key to self-care. Gain relief from - insomnia, high blood pressure, depression, anxiety, fatigue, brain fog, OCD, and more. FREE Introduction, Twin Ponds Holistic Health Center, West LV - Breinigsville, Pre-register. Tel: 610.670.6700

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 12

Learn to Read Tarot, 10-4 pm with Jacqueline LeClaire- Enrich the circle of your own life, the life of your friends, or start your own business. What are Major and Minor Arcana and how does numerology work with Tarot? $165 with Certification. Results Wellness Center, Bath, Pre-register 484-264-3889

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 14

Brain and Heart Health with Effortless Meditation™. 12 noon – 1:00 pm. This meditation technique is recommended by physicians as a key to self-care. Gain relief from -insomnia, high blood pressure, depression, anxiety, fatigue, brain fog, OCD, and more. FREE Introduction, LIVE ONLINE Video Conference, Pre-register 610.670.6700

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 18

Integrated Energy Therapy Basic Level 10-4 pm with Donna Caponigro. IET is a powerful energy therapy system that gets the “issues out of your tissues” for good! Developed by Stevan J. Thayer, IET uses the violet angelic energy ray, as brought to us through the nine Healing Angels of the Energy Field, to work directly with DNA. $250. Results Wellness Center, Bath, Pre-register 484-264-3889

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 19

Integrated Energy Therapy Intermediate Level 10-4 pm with Donna Caponigro. This level expands beyond the Basic Level by providing enhanced techniques to clear energy imprints from the Human Energy Field. The Intermediate level energy works to clear energy blockages that occur within the context of the current lifetime but extends to include the ability to clear blockages that result from Karmic effects of past lives.$250 Results Wellness Center, Bath, Pre-register 484-264-3889

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 14

Brain and Heart Health with Effortless Meditation™. 12 noon – 1:00 pm. This meditation technique is recommended by physicians as a key to self-care. Gain relief from -insomnia, high blood pressure, depression, anxiety, fatigue, brain fog, OCD, and more. FREE Introduction, LIVE ONLINE Video Conference, Pre-register 610.670.6700

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 21

Bombproof Your Joints 6-7 pm - How to help you move more healthily, easily, fluidly, and more painfree. One of our 3rd Tuesday community classes, this class focuses on healing your arms, shoulders, wrists, and fingers. NO experience is required. Perfect for Every-Body. $19 pre-registration is required. 484-893-0866 Azure Star Chiropractic W. Broad St. Bethlehem

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 22

Brain and Heart Health with Effortless Meditation™. 7:00 pm – 8:15 pm. This meditation technique is recommended by physicians as a key to self-care. Gain relief from -insomnia, high blood pressure, depression, anxiety, fatigue, brain fog, OCD, and more. FREE Introduction, LIVE ONLINE Video Conference, Pre-register 610.670.6700

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 23

Paint & Be a Dreamcatcher 5:30-9:30 A paint & sip like no other! Free your intuitively creative spirit to paint a wild dreamcatcher all about you and your life. BYOB, no experience required. Banana Factory, Bethlehem. Pre-register www. MichelleLeeArts.com/painting-workshops

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 25

Stop Smoking with Hypnosis 10-12 pm with Certified Hypnotherapist Jacqueline LeClaire. Hypnosis is one of the safest and most effective ways to quit smoking permanently. We are very happy to say that the vast majority of the people who have used our program quit smoking after the very first session. Most experience little or no withdrawals or weight gain. $55 Includes MP3 Self-Hypnosis Recording Results Wellness Center, Bath, Pre-register 484-264-3889. Lose Weight with Hypnosis 1:00-2:00 pm with Certified Hypnotherapist Jacqueline LeClaire. Weight control has rapidly become one of the most popular areas of hypnotic application. Those who have discovered the effective use of hypnosis, often after failing with every other method they could think of, have been amazed by the comparative ease with which hypnosis has worked for them.$55 Includes MP3 Self-Hypnosis Recording. Results Wellness Center, Bath, Pre-re Breast Thermography Day. All Day, via appointment only. A safe alternative to mammograms, Breast Thermography is Non-invasive, Radiationfree, Pain-Free, and Compression-free. It can help detect breast tissue changes far sooner than mammography. Contact Rebecca 484-225-8760 - www. SafeBreastScan.com to schedule. Hosted at Azure Star Chiropractic W. Broad st. Bethlehem. Register 484-264-3889

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PLANS CHANGE

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daily

Narcotics Anonymous – If you think you have a drug problem, and are tired of being sick and tired, there is a better way. Call 24-hour helpline 610439-1998. We are here to help. You are not alone.

sunday

Sunday Services – Metaphysical and nondenominational. Rev. Lloyd Moll, PastorUnique Sunday services 10:30am. All welcome! St. John’s Church of Faith, 607 Washington St Allentown. 610-776-7211.

C o-Dependent Anonymous – CoDA is a 12-Step Fellowship of men and women with a common purpose to recover from codependence. The only requirement for membership in CoDA is a desire for healthy and loving relationships. 7pm, Unity Church, 26 N. 3rd St., Emmaus. Call 610-737.-354 or visit Coda.org.

Yoga to Soothe the Soul – Gentle yoga to restore balance and release stress. Cost: donations $5$15 suggested. Every Sunday at 6pm starting on February 7, 2021. Contact Info: www. rebeccarosereiki.com. Call: 484-280-4963.

wednesday

LV Lyme Support Group – First Wednesday of every month except July. Zoom calls only. Contact Heidi Healey at 973-610-0531 if interested. Speakers, Doctors, brochures and books. PA is #1 in reported cases, so we help educate the public. We also post in Lehigh Valley Lyme Support Group on Facebook and Pennsylvania Lyme Resource Network on Facebook.

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OPPORTUNITIES

Calling Holistic Presenters – Facilitate your workshop or retreat at our Upper Bucks center, with peaceful country setting, meditation gardens, and woods. GreenShireArts.org. Email info@ GreenShireArts.org or call 215-538-0976.

Holistic Chiropractor, Naturopath or Natural Functional Medicine Practitioner Needed – Join our comprehensive solution Wellness Center in Stroudsburg. Access to over 2000 clients in a professional, dedicated facility. Call Vicki at 570977-1900 to discuss.

PRODUCTS

Crystal Tones Singing Bowls – Classic & Alchemy for meditation & vibrational healing. Also offering personal vibration testing. Contact Anthony at Life Holistic Center, 570-706-6680 or LifeHolistic@hotmail.com. See more at LifeHolistiReiki.com.

Interactive Dementia and Alzheimer Game – An interactive and fun family game that will bring a twinkle to the eye and smile on the face. Call 484860-5894. HighRollDice.com.

Two Green Burial Plots for Sale – At Green Meadows Burial Ground in Fountain Hill, PA. $1,800 total.Call 610-698-4921.

SERVICES

Spiritually guided card readings offered in person, or via phone, parties also welcome. Channeled messages are for your highest good. Let my gifts guide you! Reasonable rates. Cheryl 908-268-8029. Readings with intuitive counselor, Reiki also available. Free 10-minute initial session. Evelyn peptel62@gmail.com. 551-804-7571.

Free Phone Reading for Lightworkers. Your Higher-Self reveals the blocks that are slowing you from growing your practice/business. Email Enaid to learn more. enaid-rensporp@protonmail.com

Kula Heart Yoga & Wellness, LLC contracts self motivated and ethical bodyworkers and yoga instructors to serve Bath and the Lehigh Valley. If you are interested in growing your business, making your own hours and being a part of a Wellness Center that is filled with compassion, professionalism, and FUN! Submit your interest to info@kulaheartyogaandwellness.com.

SPACE TO RENT

Attention Health Care Professionals! Twin Ponds Health Center, a highly diverse holistic health center, offers a unique lease opportunity. Schedule a tour of the site. 610-899-2499.

Peaceful Country Setting – Building includes 4 gathering rooms, kitchen, and covered porch. Wooded paths, meditation gardens. Perfect for workshops, weddings, retreats. Quakertown. Call 215-538-0976.

ACUPUNCTURE

EASTMAN ACUPUNCTURE

LAURA EASTMAN, M.AC., L.AC.

1617 Hamilton Street

Allentown, PA 18102

484-425-2865

www.eastman-acupuncture.com

Eastman Acupuncture provides quality acupuncture treatments to the Lehigh Valley. We use distal treatments drawn from Dr. Tan’s Balance Method, Master Tung points and Electro Acupuncture Medicine. Treatments are offered in a community/ open setting.

CHIROPRACTOR

ASSOCIATED CHIROPRACTIC

Dr. Joseph A. Perelli

656 5th St. Whitehall, PA 18052

610-266-6111

AssociatedChiropractic.com

Dr. Perelli has served the Lehigh Valley for 31 years delivering natural, hands-on chiropractic care for neck, mid-back, low back and extremity conditions. He specializes in sports, auto and work comp injuries with various holistic treatments to get you back to your pre-injury status quickly. See ad, page 2.

ASSOCIATED CHIROPRACTIC

LIVEWELL

INTEGRATED HEALTH LLC

Dr. Robert W. Livingston III, DC, L.Ac. Dr. Jennifer K. Bollinger, DC, L.Ac. 8026 Hamilton Blvd. • Trexlertown, PA 18087

610-395-5509

LiveWellIntegratedHealth.com

LiveWell Integrated Health offers traditional Chinese acupuncture, chiropractic, body work, and nutritional and lifestyle coaching. Being healthy is a lifestyle choice...choose to LiveWell. See ad, page 7.

BODYWORK

MARIE RUXTON

THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE

Marie Ruxton CMT, CN

628 Chestnut St., Emmaus, PA 18049

610-965-2500

Marie is a certified massage therapist trained since 1997 in Advanced Myofascial Release Therapy, Therapeutic Massage, Reiki, Ear Candling, Homeopathy and Holistic Nutrition. Offers comprehensive custom bodywork for those wanting to overcome chronic pain and movement problems. Sessions range from a (2 hour) Head to Toe meltdown massage to “Just Neck and Head” massage for those needing stress relief. Gift certificates available. See ad, page 31.

Dr. Indy Ishaya info@azurestarchiropractic.com

484-893-0866

AzureStarChiropractic.com

Azure Star Chiropractic exists to serve the greater Lehigh Valley and its residents. Combining cutting-edge gentle chiropractic care, with up-to-date, practical nutrition advice, functional mobility and movement, guided breathwork, meditation, and so much more, Azure Star offers the tools you need to make lasting changes in your body and your life!” See ad, page 29.

BODHI TREE CHIROPRACTIC

Dr. Masae Hori, D.C. 1733 Washington Blvd, Ste 108 Easton, PA 18042 484-262-9424

BodhiTreeChiro.com

Dr. Masae Hori provides gentle, holistic chiropractic care to the Lehigh Valley in Easton, PA. She specializes in a powerful energetic method called Network Spinal (also known as Network Spinal Analysis). She is also certified in Webster Technique for pregnancy and perinatal care. Schedule a free 15-minute phone consult at BodhiTree.Janeapp.com. See ad, page 25.

CHIROPRACTOR

LIVEWELL INTEGRATED HEALTH LLC

Dr. Robert W. Livingston III, DC, L.Ac.

Dr. Jennifer K. Bollinger, DC, L.Ac. 8026 Hamilton Blvd. • Trexlertown, PA 18087 610-395-5509

LiveWellIntegratedHealth.com

LiveWell Integrated Health offers traditional Chinese acupuncture, chiropractic, body work, and nutritional and lifestyle coaching. Being healthy is a lifestyle choice...choose to LiveWell. See ad, page 7.

CLINICAL NUTRITIONIST

BETHLEHEM NUTRITION & WELLNESS CENTER

Kathy Harrington, MS

Functional Medical Nutritionist 3400 Bath Pike, Ste. 101 Bethlehem 610-419-3909

www.BethlehemNutrition.com

Bethlehem Nutrition & Wellness Center, we give you the tools to bring you and your family into a state of optimal health. Using the most advanced nutritional testing available, we look for the underlying cause of your health problems. Once the underlying cause is addressed not only do symptoms go away, but your overall health can also be greatly improved. See ad page 9 and editorial page 16.

COUNSELING - HOLISTIC

SMART SOLUTIONS AND CREATIVE HOLISTIC THERAPY

Rev. Lyn S. Felix, MSW, LCSW, CHT, RM

3037 S. Pike Ave. #105, Allentown, PA 18103

610-282-0709

CreativeHolisticTherapy.com

A holistic, highly intuitive counselor, coach and vibrational chakra rebalancing practitioner who supports you in getting unstuck and moving forward. Using mindfulness, hypnotherapy, EFT, Reiki, tuning forks, breathwork, and more, Rev. Lyn guides you step by step from chaos to calm and confidence. Insurances & Private Pay. Free Phone Consultation.

DEPRESSION

TMS CENTER

Dr. Paul Gross

401 N. 17th St., Suite 304 Allentown, PA 610-820-0700

www.Tmslv.com

Thousands in the Lehigh Valley struggle with depression every day, but thanks to the TMS Center of the Lehigh Valley, they are not alone in their fight. We are the region’s first transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) treatment facility and one of the most experienced centers on the east coast, having performed over ten thousand TMS treatments. See ads, pages 3.

FOOD & NUTRITION

HEALTHY ALTERNATIVES AND Cafe Santosha

Dianne & Lloyd Burg

7150 Hamilton Blvd Trexlertown, PA 610-366-9866

www.HealthyAlt.com

Dianne and Lloyd Burg opened Healthy Alternatives in 1994 to help people live a healthy lifestyle. As a registered nurse, Dianne saw a lot of hospital patients who weren’t getting better with traditional treatment. She started studying natural remedies to help them heal. Dietary changes and homeopathy seemed promising, but no one offered these solutions. The Burgs wanted to change that, so they decided to open Healthy Alternatives. See ad page 12.

FUNERAL SERVICES

NICOS C. ELIAS FUNERAL HOME, INC

Nicos C. Elias, Supervisor Allentown, PA 610-433-2200

Nicos@EliasFuneralHome.com

EliasFuneralHome.com

Mr. Elias offers several different green and eco-friendly funeral plans using biodegradable caskets, preservation without chemicals. A natural, back to the earth approach. Biodegradable urns for those choosing cremation.

GREEN CEMETERY

GREEN MEADOWS AT FOUNTAIN HILL CEMETERY

1121 Graham Street, Fountain Hill, PA 18015 610-868-4840

GreenMeadowPA.org

The only green cemetery in the Lehigh Valley. A cemetery of wildflowers and grasses native to Pennsylvania. Return to the natural cycle of life to nourish the soil, green the meadow and live on. Nondenominational. Non-profit. Speakers available to visit organizations. See ad, page 21.

HEALTH FOOD & SUPPLEMENT STORE

CBD AMERICAN SHAMAN

7727 Glenlivet Dr West, Ste D Fogelsville PA 18051 484-656-7771

cbdfogelsville.com

Including high-quality CBD into your daily routine can change your health for the better. Our certified consultants will show you why we were voted Best CBD Store by Readers’ Choice in 2021.

HOLISTIC HEALTH & NUTRITION

HEALTH, NUTRITION, AND LIFE COACHING SERVICES

Yolanda Regina Battaglia, BS, CHN, MBEC Board Certified Holistic Health Practitioner Holistichealth58@gmail.com

570-903-8700

Healthprofs.com/profile/942822

With 30+ years in the wellness industry, Yolanda specializes in helping a person to avoid/reduce medications for high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and type 2 diabetes. Medications only treat the symptoms of an ailment but with a whole-food plant-based lifestyle you’ll have sustainable health and wellbeing. Call today to take your health back.

HYPNOSIS & HYPNOSIS TRAINING

PAST LIFE MATTERS HYPNOTHERAPY plmhypnosis.com

Judy Lynch 610-554-8633

pastlifematters@aol.com

As a certified hypnotherapist that has used hypnotherapy to quit smoking, reduce stress, help control pain, and increase focus, I can attest to the power of the mind to achieve desired results! Hypnosis is easy and safe and allows us to tap into the power of our inner selves, easily and naturally.

STREAM HYPNOSIS, LLC

35 E. Elizabeth Ave. Ste 21 B

Bethlehem, PA 570-617-5325

vperweiss@streamhypnosis.com www.streamhypnosis.com

Achieve your personal best in sports, sales public speaking and more. Whether you need to eliminate chronic pain, achieve your ideal body weight, reduce stress, or kick the smoking habit hypnosis is a useful tool that can help you move forward. Individual and group sessions, remote and in person sessions. Board Certified Hypnotist with NGH.

TINA PINEIRO

LIFE SOLUTIONS

(844) HYP-TINA scrantonhypnosis.com

TINA PINEIRO LIFE SOLUTIONS provides Mindset Coaching & Hypnosis sessions. Peckville and Honesdale locations. I use hypnosis, neuro-linguistic programming, EFT, Reiki and more to empower you to let go of limiting beliefs, heal and move forward.

RESULTS WELLNESS CENTER, LLC

Jacqueline LeClaire

6120 W. Main Blvd., Bath, PA 18014 484-264-3889

JacquelineLeClaire.com

Become a Certified Hypnotherapist / Become a Certified Reiki Practitioner, Usui Master. Jacqueline LeClaire is a Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist, Master Trainer with the International Association of Counselors and Therapists and Reiki Master for over two decades. She is the owner of Results Wellness Center, LLC.

INTEGRATIVE PHYSICIANS

HUNTERDON INTEGRATIVE PHYSICIANS

Dr. Scott P R Berk, MD, AAFP, AIHM 33 Rupell Rd Hampton, NJ 08827 908-238-0077

HipmdOffice@gmail.com www.HunterdonIntegrativePhysicians.com

LANDSCAPING

BEAR CREEK ORGANICS

570-582-0615

BearCreekOrganics@gmail.com

BearCreekOrganics.com

We create organic and ecological edible landscapes. With mother nature as our teacher, and extensive knowledge of edible plants,. We develop beautiful food production systems that support your needs and the needs of the natural wildlife. No matter the size of your budget we will help you create an edible landscape that is right for you. See ad, pages 8.

MAKEUP ARTIST

SARAH MCC O RMICK, PERMANENT MAKEUP ARTIST

Dermagrafix Permanent Cosmetic Studio

10 East Court Street, Doylestown, PA 18901 267-454-7464

Instagram: sarah.pmu_ dermagrafix.com

Sarah is a Permanent Makeup Artist specializing in Nanofill Brows, Upper Eyelash Enhance ment, and Natural Lip Blushing. She is also certified in Microchanneling, LiFT Tattoo removal, and Freckles. Sarah applies tal ent, precision, and skill to achieve each client’s desired result. Sarah’s passion is to enhance her client’s inherent beauty and maintain a natural esthetic.

MARKETING

NATURAL AWAKENINGS

DR. DEKA RODGER ND, MBA Owner/Publisher

610-421-4443

DrRodgerND@HealthyLehighValley.com

DrRodgerND@gmail.com

www.HealthyLehighValley.com www.DrRodgerND.com

www.NutritionConsultans.org

DrRodgerND.B3Sciences.com

MASSAGE

KONNECTIONS MASSAGE

Kathy Hatcher, LMT

656 5th St., Whitehall, PA 18052

610-266-6111

KonnectionsMassage.com

Kathy has been administering deep tissue, therapeutic, medical, pregnancy and aromatherapy massage since 1996. Her NEWEST services are Ionic Foot Cleanse Detoxification as well as Red-light therapy for non-surgical weight loss and chronic pain management. Insurance billing for massage available. See ad, page 4.

NATUROPATH

NATURAL HEALTH PROMOTION LLC

Tina Stashko, PhD MIfHI

Emmaus, PA 18049

610-965-8132

NaturalHealthPromotion.net

Specializing in preventative healthcare, digestion and nutrient absorption, and thyroid and adrenal health. Modalities such as iridology, sclerology and biochemical balancing enable the development of your unique program for optimum health. These programs are easy to follow and incorporate into your daily life. Reach your full health potential! See ad, page 10.

WELLNESS SPAPOTHECARY HERBS TO YOUR SUCCESS

Vanessa Sabatine

64 South Main St.

Nazareth, PA 18064

610-365-8996

www.HerbsToYourSuccess.com

Hunterdon Integrative Physicians (HIP) presents an alternative to the average Primary Care office. You will find a modern medical practice in every sense of the word. We strive to offer our patients an array of diagnostic options, treatment choices, and scheduling flexibility. If you are looking for a common-sense approach to your health needs, look no further than HIP. See ad page 9.

Due to his extensive background in business and marketing and built his own practice through the Natural Awakenings magazine he can take businesses to the next level. Also, with a strong background in keeping fit and understanding all aspects of exercising, he promotes B3 Science, an advanced method of achieving better fitness results in 1/2 the time. He also teaches a Nutrition Certification Course over a 6-month period, students completing this course and passing all exams can put the designation CNC after their name. See ad pages 3, 30, back page.

Herbs to Your Success is a health & wellness spa located in Nazareth, offering multiple holistic spa experiences and herbal remedies. We also offer a wide selection of essential oils, teas, skincare, make-up and more! We provide high quality spa services to our customers and our friendly and courteous staff guarantees exceptional customer service. See ad page 7.

Nutrition Course

NEXT COURSE STARTS February

The Next Nutrition Course

Through the American Association of Nutritional Consultants (AANC) Doctor of Naturopathy and Clinical Nutritionist Dr. Derek Rodger (ND) prepares students to pass the Certified Nutritional Consultants Exam. Once qualified you are entitled to use the designation CNC after your name and practice as a Nutritionist. Certified Nutritional Consultants (CNC) can work in hospitals, clinics, private practice settings alongside acupuncturists, mental health professionals, physical therapists, doctors and chiropractors, as well as a consultant in schools, businesses, health food stores, spas and health clubs.

Next Course starts Sep 2022 - Feb 2023 dates TBD

“If the doctors of today do not become the nutritionists of tomorrow, then the nutritionists of today will become the doctors of tomorrow”. (Rockefeller Institute of Medical Research)

Become a Certified Nutrition Consultant

Today's economists have determined that the natural health field is the fastest growing industry in the U.S. today. It goes without saying that people are getting more concerned about their personal health and their families health. Just take a look at this picture below and ask yourself, what type of life are you planning for yourself.

in 6 Months and put the letters CNC after your name. This recognized qualification is obtained through the American Association of Nutritional Consultants, AANC.

The course includes 12 modules, and classes meet twice a month on Sundays 9 am - 1pm . All modules are taught by Dr. Derek Rodger (ND). Course fee is $1794 and can be paid over 6 monthly installments at $299 per month.

Natalie, who flew in from Chicago every 2 weeks to do the CNC program has passed her Certified Nutritional Consultant and can now proudly put the letters CNC after her name: I met Dr. Rodger (ND) before I took his Nutrition Course and it was his knowledge and experience that drew me to choose his class over others. I am so very glad I did as, I'm positive I wouldn't have learnt what I did with other teachers.  I'm not sure I would have had such an inspirational teacher with highly motivational lectures.

Every student receives a free 90 minute private nutritional consultation with Dr. Rodger (ND) 89.

Naturopathic Doctor

Dr. Derek Rodger (ND) Course Instructor

To obtain a detailed information pack visit: NutritionConsultants.org or Tel: 908-223-8899

Alessandra, already had her nutritional degree, before she came on the course. I'm so proud of myself for finishing this the course and the exam. It was a great experience and I truly learned a lot. There are so many opportunities out there for me in my career to help others. I'll be attending the Natural Gourmet Institute which has a strong focus on a plant based diet. I look forward to helping others achieve a healthy lifestyle as a CNC and chef!

The course includes 11 modules and the classes meet on a Sunday morning 9-1 pm. The course fee is $1794 and can be paid over 6 months at $299.

A library of material becomes yours following course completion.

If you would like to attend this educational course, which will clearly change your life from a nutritional perspective. More detailed information is sent out to students who are interested, sign up by going to: www.NutritionalConsultants.org

A library of material becomes yours following course completion.