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Contents 16 THE HIDDEN BENEFITS

OF MASSAGE THERAPY

18 PLANT-BASED FOODS GO MAINSTREAM

Healthy Eating Gets Easier with Innovations

22 EASING INTO A VEGAN LIFESTYLE

Clever Meat Substitutes that Please the Palate

28 THE BOUNTY OF FARMERS MARKETS

Buying Local Boosts Health, the Economy and the Planet

31 4 WAYS NUTRITION

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32 A WEEKEND WARRIOR SURVIVAL GUIDE

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34 WORKOUT MINIMALISM 36 BURNOUT RECOVERY Ways to Reset and Find Balance

38 BEYOND KIBBLE

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f there’s anything we all can agree on, it’s that we like to eat food that tastes good. Good food nourishes, comforts and brings people together. Delicious and nutritious need not be mutually exclusive. We are often reminded to “eat the rainbow” in vegetables and fruits as a general nutritional rule of thumb. In doing so, we effortlessly add flavor and beauty to a dish while inherently bolstering its nutritive value. Eating healthfully and tastefully most of the time allows wiggle room for indulgences. We naturally feel our best when we eat foods that nourish our physical bodies and minds, and savoring a dessert or a beverage on occasion fuels our joie de vivre. Munching three lettuce leaves and calling it a meal is no better than fast food every night. Restriction and overindulgence both leave us unsatisfied and undernourished. Eat mindfully most days, and the occasional fried cheese curd and Spotted Cow can be enjoyed guilt-free. A balance of healthy eating while still enjoying our treats leaves us truly satiated. The amount we go out, grab and go, light the grill or cook at home has shifted for many in the last couple of years. Whether eating at home or eating out, this issue has it all. Staying in? We have inspiration for your at-home kitchen with amazing plant-based recipes from local leaders and beyond. Going out? We highlight an array of Milwaukee restaurants that offer top-rated vegan and vegetarian options. Stack’d Burger Bar, for instance, has one of the best classic burgers around, but if you’re looking for a tasty, plantbased alternative, you can find a meatless patty there, too! While you’re perusing our pages, be sure to check out Jack Cincotta’s minimalist workout tips and LaDonna Gladney’s exercise ideas to stay fit this spring. Just as our food issue maximizes health without skimping on flavor, you can maximize your workout effectiveness and efficiency without skimping on results. To good taste, Jordan Peschek, RN-BSN, Publisher

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IVA Wellness offers proven weight loss strategies for individuals struggling with their weight. Customized weight loss programs—which include a variety of holistic approaches such as medical weight loss, hormone therapy, a fasting-mimicking program, nutritional counseling and vitamin therapy—are developed by nurse practitioner Jennifer Hruz, founder of VIVA Wellness. “Weight loss is possible. Don’t give up on your weight loss and wellness goals. Many people start out the new year with a focus on health and wellness goals. After a few weeks they begin to struggle a bit and find it difficult to stick with, or they don’t have a solid plan or the right tools to achieve their goals,” says Hruz. In addition to weight loss programs, VIVA Wellness offers other wellness services such as colon hydrotherapy, an infrared sauna, IV vitamin infusions, IM vitamin injections and body contouring. Location: 12625 W. Burleigh Rd., Brookfield. For more information, call 262-777-8482, email Hello@VivaWellnessWI.com or visit VivaWellnessWI.com. See ad, page 17.

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icensed massage therapist Debbie Conklyn, of Find Your Balance Massage & Wellness, has opened a new location in Suite 16 at 850 Elm Grove Road, in Elm Grove, which will serve clients each weekday and select Saturdays. Conklyn offers a variety of massage styles including Yomassage, relaxation, therapeutic, deep tissue, prenatal, hot stone, massage cupping, kinesiology taping and precision neuromuscular therapy. “Massage therapy is an important piece of wellness care for relieving stress, promoting better sleep and providing pain relief,” Conklyn says. “It’s a vital way to take care of ourselves, which is so important during these stressful times.”

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egistered dietitian and New Newtrition LLC founder Karen Krchma will lead educational sessions on how the SHAPE program can help reduce inflammation, cleanse the body and help to develop healthy relationships with food. Sessions take place March 5 from 10 to 11 a.m.; March 9 from 6 to 7 p.m.; March 19 from 1 to 2 p.m.; and March Karen Krchma 21 from 6 to 7 p.m. “The coldest months of the year are not the best time to start a weight loss program,” says Krchma. “However, there are things you can do right now that will be of great benefit to prepare for success and create a permanent, healthy-weight lifestyle routine.” Krchma has worked as a registered dietitian for more than 20 years and has seen weight loss trends come and go. After being involved with specific integrative and functional medical nutrition education, she has learned what systems of the body are involved with weight management, as well as the key issues with balancing weight, energy and vitality. Natural Awakenings readers can sign up for one complimentary educational session. Location: 163 Green Bay Rd., Thiensville. For more information, call 414-315-8800, email Info@NewNewtrition.com or visit NewNewtrition.com. See listing, page 45.

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my Van der Galien, owner of The Wholistic Goddess, offers intuitive body scans, a form of energy medicine that can help address physical illness, disease, emotional turmoil, mental distress and spiritual disconnection. It is intended to restore divine love into one’s energy field. Van der Galien offers body scans in person, or distantly for clients that choose to receive the work from the comfort of their own homes. “Intuitive body scans can bring awareness to what is happening within the body, and why,” states Van der Galien. “We are meant to be healed and healthy. Body scans can help identify and address challenges and illness in order to provide healing and relief.” For each session, Van der Galien acts as a conduit of Amy Van der Galien healing to the client’s body, and connects each individual with their spirit. She looks into each chakra (energy field), assesses life information and brings restoration by removing blocked energy. For more information, call 414-510-9000 or visit TheWholisticGoddess.com to view testimonials. See ad, page 9.

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he Dare to Be Aware Fair, also known as the “Dare Fair”, takes place from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on April 30 at Alverno College, in the Sister Joel Read Conference Center. The event features more than 100 exhibitors and 14 free workshops led by local and national experts in awareness, enlightenment and healthy lifestyles, including fair-founder Jill Borsos’ workshop Be a Practical Mystic. Exhibitors run the gamut from leaders in personal growth and wellness to astrology and tarot readings, from massage therapists, chiropractors and energy workers to crystal, jewelry, aroma and fun clothing vendors. Erik Swenson returns this year to open the fair with his popular Global Healing Circle; arrive between 8:30 and 8:50 a.m. to participate in this event. This year’s keynote speaker is author and coach Markus Kasunich, speaking on Conscious Relationships. Markus and author Peig Myota will do book signings after their presentations. Artists, psychics and readers will be in the La Verna Commons, a more open and quieter area. The office of former Mayor Tom Barrett (who just became U.S. Ambassador to Luxembourg) has once again proclaimed Dare to Be Aware Day in Milwaukee, honoring the fair’s contributions to the wellness of the city. “If you want to know what’s happening in southeast Wisconsin when it comes to natural wellness, the Dare Fair is where you’ll find it all,” says Patricia Clason of Center for Creative Learning, the personal and professional development firm that organizes the fair. Natural Awakenings Milwaukee is a major sponsor of the fair. Admission: $5. Visit DareToBeAwareFair.com for location map, exhibitors and presenters. For other questions, call 414-374-5433 or email Patricia@DareToBeAwareFair.com. See ad, page 27.

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or those looking for an integrative approach to health and wellness—as well as a safe place to connect while striving for a healthier life—VIBE Yoga, Health & Fitness is a common space that welcomes everyone seeking to enhance their lives through balance, power and movement. With three separate areas, the space includes a yoga studio featuring VIBE Flow, a signature program in which breath and movement are harmonized. At ground level is the fitness studio which provides space for a variety of small group fitness classes as well as one-on-one personal training, high intensity workouts, strength-based muscle building and power movements. Connecting the yoga and fitness studios is a community and wellness area offering nutritional consultation, massage rooms, cannabidiol products, a retail area and a lounge space—connecting people physically, mentally, emotionally and nutritionally. Location: 180 Kossow Rd., Waukesha. For more information, email Info@VibeMKE.com or visit VibeMKE.com. See listing, page 46.

Enter Into My Rest Aims to Help Youth Discover Meaning and Purpose

uthor John Thomas Fuhler’s book Enter Into My Rest strives to help young people find hope in an increasingly uncertain world. “Nearly every single one of us has gone through a deep struggle in life, or we know someone who has,” says Fuhler. “With the high prevalence of mental health issues, it is crucial to both find and offer support, and to remember that we are not alone.” “If someone you know expresses suicidal thoughts, take it seriously,” Fuhler states. “More than once in my life I’ve had to ‘talk down’ people who have reached out to me. At times like these, we are all qualified. As long as we have a hand, and a voice, and a modicum of compassion, we are qualified to step in at least long enough until professionals can be brought in. Please, please, please speak up. You and a lot of other people will be glad you did.” Enter Into My Rest is the collaborative effort of Kira Henschel of HenschelHAUS Publishing, Inc.; Lori Dobberstein, a freelance artist; and Fuhler. The book is structured according to ancient Kabbalistic wisdom about a soul’s journey to wholeness. The wisdom is conveyed in Fuhler’s experiences of the supernatural, both miraculous and prophetic. For more information or to order Enter Into My Rest, visit JohnThomasFuhler.com or Amazon.com. See ad, page 10.

The Green Team Builds on Environmentally Sound Ethos

he Green Team of Wisconsin, Inc., continued its commitment to reducing chemical usage in 2021 by replacing hundreds of gallons of synthetic herbicides with horticultural vinegar. The Green Team plans to accelerate this commitment by using even more vinegar, adding more electric equipment and utilizing more plant-based biodiesel fuel in its vehicles. In addition, they continue to expand environmentally friendly weed-control methods while servicing Milwaukee and the surrounding suburbs. “Reduced use of synthetic herbicides is good for the health of our members, the community, pets and local fauna. Reduced exposure to chemicals is a key part of The Green Team’s mission,” explains Matt Astbury, the firm’s business manager. The Green Team of Wisconsin has been in business for over 15 years and remains committed to giving back to the community by providing training and mentoring in schools and local organizations that aid underserved and unemployed individuals. Location: 5420 W. State St., Milwaukee. For more information, call 414-721-1431 or visit GreenTeamWI.com. See ad, page 8.

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Depression relief may be as close as the vinegar bottle on the kitchen shelf, according to a new study from Arizona State University involving 25 healthy college students divided into two groups. Fourteen drank two tablespoons of Bragg’s apple cider vinegar diluted in one cup of water twice daily with meals, while 11 students consumed a vinegar tablet that contained 1/100 as much vinegar twice daily. After four weeks, using psychological tests and urine samples, the researchers found a 20 to 34 percent reduction in selfreported depression scores from the test group compared to slight increases in depression in the control group. Several metabolic alterations were found consistent with improved mood, including enzymatic dysfunction in the hexosamine pathway, as well as significant increases in glycine, serine and threonine metabolism. “With over 40 percent of college students self-reporting moderate-to-severe depression—a 77 percent increase over the past decade—simple and safe strategies that effectively reduce depression in this population are urgently needed,” the authors write.

Drink Coffee and Tea to Reduce Dementia and Stroke Risk There’s good news for coffee and tea drinkers in recent research: consuming two to three cups a day of each beverage has been found to significantly lower the risk of stroke by 32 percent and of dementia by 28 percent compared to abstainers. Researchers from Tianjin Medical University, in China, analyzed a databank of 365,682 UK residents between 50 and 74 years of age that reported their coffee and tea consumption over 11 years and found that drinking both beverages in the course of a day correlates with a lower risk of stroke and dementia compared to drinking either one exclusively. Also, drinking three to six cups of coffee alone or in combination with tea was associated with a lower risk of post-stroke dementia. “Coffee and tea are distinct beverages with both overlapping and different contents. One potential mechanism may be related to the combined protective role of the different antioxidants and other biological contents in these two beverages,” the study concluded. 12

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Fatigue that hampers daily activities is a major symptom of heart failure, the leading cause of U.S. hospitalization for people over 65. To explore inexpensive and accessible herbal treatments, researchers at the Aja University of Medical Sciences, in Tehran, Iran, divided 120 heartfailure patients into three groups: one received aromatherapy, breathing in lavender essence every day; another took 530 milligram capsules of valerian root extract daily; and the third group had conventional medical therapy with no herbal supplementation. After 15 days, fatigue was significantly reduced in both herbal groups, while individuals receiving only conventional care did not experience a noticeable relief in fatigue.

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Genetically Modified Organisms (GMO) Now Labeled as Bioengineered (BE) As part of a process begun in 2018, the U.S. Department of Agriculture labeling rule for food products altered at the genetic level was finalized and implemented on January 1 to uphold the integrity of labeling claims and increase marketplace transparency. Bioengineered food is defined as containing detectable genetic material modified by in vitro recombinant deoxyribonucleic acid techniques that could not have been modified through conventional breeding or found in nature. Crops include alfalfa, apples, canola, corn, cotton, eggplant, papaya, pineapple, potato, salmon, soybean, squash and sugar beets, and will be updated annually. The rule also applies to food products regulated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration under the Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act. Food labels must disclose that the food is bioengineered or contains a bioengineered food ingredient. Exemptions include small food manufacturers with annual sales of less than $2.5 million; food served in restaurants, delicatessens, food trucks, trains and airplanes; and products that contain an unavoidable or accidental presence of a bioengineered substance of up to 5 percent per each ingredient in the final product. Activist groups agree that extensive consumer education is required to avoid confusion.

Road crews in regions impacted by snow and ice dump around 25 metric tons of salt on roadways annually, reducing vehicular accidents by approximately 80 percent. All of this salt is wreaking havoc on the environment and our drinking water, according to a University of Toledo (Ohio) study published in Frontiers in Ecology and the Environment. Bill Hintz, assistant professor of ecology and lead author, states, “The magnitude of the road salt contamination issue is substantial and requires immediate attention.” Some easy fixes are within reach. Road salt should always be stockpiled in permanent structures with walls and impermeable floors to prevent seepage. De-icing involves treating roads with liquid salt brine before a storm rather than scattering salt after the snow has fallen. Live-edge snowplows with multiple blades connected by springs, rather than conventional plows with a fixed edge, can remove more snow and reduce the need for road salt. Keep in mind that ordinary road salt stops working when the temperature falls below 15 degrees. According to the Salt Smart Collaborative, based in Illinois, most homeowners use too much salt to treat surfaces around their homes. About 12 ounces of salt (a coffee mug’s worth) can treat a 20-foot-long driveway. To prevent harmful chlorides from reaching rivers and streams, they can sweep up excess salt that remains after a storm and throw it away. 14

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Millions of tons of plastic are dumped in the environment annually, and reducing that amount is critical. A study by the Chalmers University of Technology, in Sweden, published in the journal Microbial Ecology, discovered that microbes in oceans and soils worldwide are evolving to eat plastic. The research scanned more than 200 million genes found in DNA samples taken from the environment and found 30,000 different enzymes that could degrade 10 different types of plastic. This is the first, large-scale, global evaluation of the plastic-degrading potential of bacteria, which found that one in four of the organisms analyzed carried a suitable enzyme. The researchers observed that the number and type of enzymes matched those of plastic pollution in various locations. Many plastics are hard to degrade and recycle. The explosion of plastic production in the past 70 years, from 2 million metric tons to 380 million metric tons a year, has given microbes time to evolve to deal with plastic. Using enzymes to rapidly break down plastics into their respective building blocks will allow new products to be made from the old, decreasing the need for new production. This research highlights new enzymes that could be adapted for industrial use.

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Because it is heat-resistant, extremely lightweight and relatively sturdy, Styrofoam is commonly used for takeout food and beverage containers, egg cartons, craft materials, home insulation and product packaging. The harm it causes to human health and the planet outweighs its convenience, however, and a growing number of cities in Asia, Europe and the U.S. have banned its use, including Minneapolis, Portland, Seattle, San Francisco, New York City and Washington, D.C. The word Styrofoam, which stands for a polystyrene plastic foam made from nonrenewable crude oil, is actually a trademark owned by the Dow Chemical Company in more than 90 countries. Despite city restrictions and growing concern over its safety, 3 million tons of it is produced every year in the U.S.

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lant-based eating has seen an explosion in the past few years as consumers become increasingly aware of how their food choices impact their health and the environment and align with their ethics. According to market research firm SPINS, plant-based eating is now a $7 billion market in the U.S., with $1.4 billion represented by plant-based meat. Consumers can now expect to see veggie burgers at the ballpark, vegan dairy at the cafe, tuna substitutes in every grocery store and a plant-based entrée at Michelin-starred restaurants. Whether vegetarian, vegan or flexitarian, almost 40 percent of Americans are shifting to a plant-based diet, according to a 2018

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Nielsen report. While a plant-based diet supplies essential nutrients and reduces the risk for some cancers, consumers now rank the health of the planet as their number one concern, overtaking personal health, which has been the top priority in recent years, according to market researcher Innova Market Insights. Such an eating regimen can lead to a more sustainable use of resources, combat climate change and help preserve biodiversity. According to a University of Illinois study published in the journal Nature Food, animal agriculture is responsible for 57 percent of global greenhouse gas emissions from food production, which accounts for 35 percent of all greenhouse gas emissions.

Plant-Based Companies Align with Values Elysabeth Alfano, the founder of Plant Powered Consulting, sees a plant-based diet becoming a lifestyle as consumers demand a broader range of options. “It’s becoming increasingly normal to find plant-based foods and meat alternatives in every grocery store. Oat yogurt, seafood alternatives and vegan honey are now mainstream. People are seeing how inefficient and harmful meat production is and are making the connection between saving the environment and their lifestyle choices,” she says. Alfano is also the co-founder and CEO of VegTech Invest, an investment management firm that is the first global exchangetraded fund of plant-based companies; it launched January 4 on the New York Stock Exchange, comprising 37 publicly traded companies actively innovating with plants and plant-derived ingredients, and producing products that are animal-free. “We believe that today’s investors want a more resource-efficient, climate-friendly and cruelty-free food and materials supply system, and want to invest their dollars in the same,” says Alfano.

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In the grocery store, it’s never been easier to shop for plant-based options. Companies are getting creative and optimizing products that stand on their own merits, instead of just mimicking meat, fish and dairy. With alternatives such as oat, almond and even potato milk touting sustainable credentials, as well as a creamy texture, plant-based dairy is having a surge. Sales in the plant-based seafood sector grew 23 percent from 2019 to 2020 according to market data from The Good Food Institute. Nestlé recently launched Vuna, a vegan tuna alternative made of pea protein, wheat gluten, rapeseed oil, salt and a flavor blend, and other companies are jumping on board as consumers are becoming more aware of the seafood industry’s environmental problems, particularly overfishing. While a handful are specializing in proteins derived from fermentation and others are developing lab-grown seafood, most are focusing on plant-based products. Due to their fibrous consistency, jackfruit and yam root are ideal fish alternatives for fillets and sticks. Vegan fish stock, as well as plant-based scampi and king prawns, can be found in vegan grocery stores and such online shops as ShopVejii. com and GTFOItsVegan.com.

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80,000-square-foot production facility and plans to start selling its substitute chicken and beef in national markets later this year. Meati has drawn on ancient, natural processes to grow clean, sustainable sources of nutrition. “Mycelium is an infinite, self-replenishing food source. Made from a closed-loop system, Meati uses less than 1 percent of the water and land needed for animal meat production,” says Ra. The company grows and harvests the mycelium indoors in stainless steel fermentation

For people that aren’t ready to experiment with plant-based cooking themselves, vegan and vegetarian meal-delivery services are popping up. One such program is Plantable.com, founded by Nadja Pinnavaia and designed to give clients the tools to transition into a plant-based lifestyle. Customers sign up online for either a seven- or 28-day program that includes daily shipped meals, one-on-one counseling through phone calls and texts, and lifestyle recommendations to form new habits. “Our goal is to make plant-based eating so tasty and effortless that it becomes a way of life,” Pinnavaia explains. She says the idea behind Plantable, which is based in New York, but will ship anywhere in the country, is to make plantbased eating less of a barrier for people. “Most of our clients are either looking to kickstart a new lifestyle and don’t know how to begin, or they are busy and want the ease of prepared meals made from scratch with real, clean ingredients. Our menu is a whole-food, plant-based way of eating that is filled with fiber and packed with nutrients. We focus on legumes, tofu and nuts as sources of protein,” she says. Pinnavaia, who holds a Ph.D. in quantum chemistry, became interested in food and nutrition after having too many family members diagnosed with cancers. Since launching Plantable in 2016, she has ob-

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Eating Out Gets Healthier For people dining out, there is no shortage of plant-based options, and that goes beyond a salad and fries. Eleven Madison Park, in New York City, is the first vegan restaurant to receive a Michelin star. Even fast-food chains are getting on board, with McDonald’s introducing the McPlant burger and KFC debuting a Beyond Chicken made of soy and wheat. Joe Hehl, the founder of Dragged Through the Garden, a Chicago-based company that consults with restaurants and breweries looking to expand vegan options, has seen an uptick in interest. “Adding a plant-based option or two on the menu can absolutely set some new eyes on a restaurant’s operation. Now this place will show up in searches for ‘restaurants with vegan options’ and appeal to an audience who potentially wouldn’t have eaten there otherwise. Plus, it’s not super-costly on the bottom line,” he explains. He adds that the availability of meat substitutes on a menu, such as an Impossible Burger, makes it easy for people trying to cut down on their meat intake. “Mainstream substitutes are a little more accessible than something like a bowl of quinoa to someone who is not vegan. This new era of plant-based burgers offers an alternative for those who want to wind down their meat intake, but are unsure how to start,” he says. Hehl also offers clients recipes and guides for recreating vegan versions of traditional fast food and kitsch menus. Past recipes have included a Vegan Philly Cheesesteak and the Vegan Chorizo Sloppy Joe, for which he offers step-by-step instructions and encourages followers to have fun and experiment with ingredients such as oat milk. “I grew up in a very meat-and-potatoes household and had no knowledge of cooking whatsoever. As I learned about some of the benefits of a plant-based diet, I decided to embrace it as a challenge to myself,” he says. “My favorite plant-based ingredients to use are garlic powder and smoked paprika! Some people are eating plant-based ingredients without even realizing it.” Consumers have no shortage of options as plant-based eating and lifestyle choices continue to go mainstream. Companies are meeting the demand with creative, sustainable products and services that are better for the planet, healthier for the body and allow people to align their values with their purchases. As the interest increases, new innovations are likely to explode on the scene and the plant-based followers are ready. Carrie Jackson is an Evanston, IL-based freelance writer and frequent contributor to Natural Awakenings. Connect at CarrieJacksonWrites.com.

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oday’s wide availability of vegan meat substitutes in the grocer’s freezer helps break the ice for people that want to experiment with plantbased foods. The taste, convenience and quality of these products has improved greatly over the past decade, but like many convenience foods, some packaged faux meat products can be high in sodium or fillers. While packaged, meat-alternative products are ideal for a tasty occasional treat, there’s a whole world of options beyond the freezer aisle for those that want to expand their vegan palates. Arielle and Brandon Hawthorne, coowners of Twisted Plants, a popular, plantbased restaurant in the Milwaukee area, make their vegan food approachable by creating plant-based foods that mimic everyday, non-plant-based options. “I think that motivates people to try it because they feel they can still have the same flavor and taste they’re used to, but in a healthier version,” Arielle says. They use items like jackfruit, a species of tree in the fig family, which takes on the taste and consistency of pulled pork when shredded and marinated in sauces or spices. Going plant-based does not mean going without. Del Sroufe, a vegan chef based in Columbus, Ohio, culinary specialist at the T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutritional Studies and author of the Forks Over Knives companion cookbook, recommends that people craft satisfying, plant-based entrées at home by starting with recipes they like, and then looking for plant-based versions of those. “If you like pizza, you can still have pizza. If you like Italian cuisine, there are plenty of Italian recipes,” he says. Priyanka Naik, a self-taught Indian vegan chef, Food Network champion and

author of the new vegan cookbook The Modern Tiffin, advises to gradually start a plant-based diet with one meat-free day per week and then increase. She adds that when eating out, opt for vegetarian or vegan options to be sure a plant-based lifestyle is sustainable outside of the home kitchen.

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This healthier version of buffalo wings is meat-free and baked instead of fried, but full of flavor and spice. It can be eaten plain or, as Sroufe recommends, as a Buffalo Po’ Boy sandwich, served on a whole-grain hoagie or sandwich buns with cabbage and peanut slaw. ½ cup water ¼ cup almond butter ½ cup red hot sauce, plus extra for tossing with the cooked bites ¾ cup whole-wheat pastry flour ¼ cup nutritional yeast 1 ½ Tbsp granulated garlic 1 large-head cauliflower, cut into 1-inch florets (about 6 cups) Preheat the oven to 375° F. Combine everything except the cauliflower in a large bowl. Mix well. Add the cauliflower florets and toss until thoroughly coated. Place the coated florets on a nonstick baking sheet in a single layer. Bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown. Toss with extra red hot sauce if desired. Recipe and photo courtesy of Del Sroufe.

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The concept of protein at the center of every dinner plate has been ingrained in American culture. Dismantling that perspective opens up a whole new world and encourages thinking about vegetarian and vegan food in a new light, Naik says. Sroufe adds that we often believe we won’t get enough protein from plant-based foods. “There’s been a lot of science to refute that. The World Health Organization has identified people that exist healthfully on less than 6 percent protein in their diets.” Fruits, vegetables and grains are often more economical than packaged convenience foods, especially when purchased from local farmers markets. Pasta, rice and beans, which can be purchased in bulk, are budget-friendly. Naik cooks with the objective of putting vegetables at the forefront, using her Indian ancestry and global influences to make veggies the star of the show. Cauliflower and eggplant can be prepared in “steak” form as a main course or stand in as healthier versions of pub-food appetizers like buffalo chicken wings. For those craving meatier flavors, chickpea flour becomes crumbly when water is added, effecting a good substitute for ground beef. Adding chipotle, cumin and other seasonings emulates taco meat. “Chickpea flour is high in protein and is used in a lot of Indian cuisine,” Naik says. “You can buy the flour or grind dry chickpeas to make the flour.” Jackfruit adapts easily to myriad recipe styles. Sroufe notes it can be used in dumplings and tacos. Hawthorne also uses it to make vegan ribs and in beef-style stews. Don’t toss that banana peel—Naik says using clean, organic banana peels after the flesh has been removed is a zero-waste approach to plant-based eating. Cooks can shred the peel with a fork and sauté it with soy sauce and other spices to mimic pulled meat. Tofu gets a bad rap, Sroufe says, noting that many people worldwide eat soy products without experiencing digestive issues. He often uses tofu for a number of presentations. “Silken tofu can be used to make pudding. Crumbled tofu can be substituted for ricotta in lasagna, or you can marinate tofu to make bacon for sandwiches. It’s a good, filling food.” Sroufe also uses millet as a base for meatloaf, meatballs and sloppy joes. Several mushroom varieties have meaty textures, and when battered and fried, they emulate fried chicken. Hawthorne also uses mushrooms as a meat replacement in Philly cheese steak sandwiches. Seitan, made with a vital wheat gluten base, can be used for meatballs. By experimenting with an array of vegetables, grains, nuts and seeds to create balanced textures and flavors, even the choosiest omnivores won’t miss the meat.

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In a small sauce pan, combine carrots, cashews and broth. Bring to a boil. Lower heat to a simmer and cover. Cook 10 to 15 minutes or until carrots are tender. In another small bowl, whisk together miso and water until miso is dissolved. Combine carrot mixture and miso water in a food processor. Process until well combined. Sarah Axtell is a naturopathic doctor who helps people facing chronic health conditions such as hormonal imbalances, autoimmune diseases, gastrointestinal disorders and weight loss resistance. Her passion is using Food as Medicine with her patients. She has a private practice, Lakeside Natural Medicine, in Shorewood. See listing, page 43.

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Milwaukee Abounds with Vegetarian Options by Sheila Julson

he Brew Town might be known for brats and cheese, but a demand for vegetarian and vegan food has a firm hold on Milwaukee. Here’s a guide to some restaurants in the area that include vegetarian, vegan and plant-based options:

Beans & Barley

1901 E. North Ave., Milwaukee BeansAndBarley.com Beans & Barley began as a small health food store in 1973 and has become a go-to for healthy vegetarian/vegan appetizers, soups, sandwiches and entrées.

Beerline Café

2076 N. Commerce St., Milwaukee BeerlineCafe.com Located near the Beerline Trail that runs along the Milwaukee River, this casual vegetarian restaurant specializes in sweet and savory crêpe creations, panini sandwiches, soups, salads and smoothies.

Bombay Sweets

3401 S. 13th St., Milwaukee BombaySweetsMilwaukee.com This family-owned restaurant offers allvegetarian Indian cuisine and sweets.

Café Manna

3815 N. Brookfield Rd., Brookfield CafeManna.com This 100 percent vegetarian restaurant also has raw food and gluten-free options.

Dead Bird Brewing

1726 N. 5th St., Milwaukee DeadBirdBrewing.com Rest assured that no birds are harmed during the making of their beer and food. Craft beers are made with local vegan ingredients. The menu features vegan, pub-style appetizers and entrées.

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1978 N. Farwell Ave., Milwaukee LafayettePlaceMKE.com This new vegan brunch restaurant has savory entrées, smoothies and libations.

On the Bus

(inside Milwaukee Public Market) 400 N. Water St., Milwaukee OnTheBusMKE.com An all-vegan, quick-service restaurant serving eats from a 1971 Volkswagen Bus.

Riverwest Co-op Grocery & Café 733 E. Clarke St., Milwaukee RiverwestCoop.org This natural food store and café features vegetarian and vegan fare made with the co-op’s local, organic ingredients.

Slow Pokes Local Food

1229 12th Ave., Grafton SlowPokesFood.com This shop specializes in coconut milk kefir in a variety of flavors.

Stack’d Burger Bar

170 S. First St., Milwaukee StackdBurgerBar.com Stack’d has added an array of vegan proteins, such as the Impossible Burger, and vegetarian sides to its menu.

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Strange Town

2101 N. Prospect Ave., Milwaukee StrangeTownMKE.com This East Side restaurant and caterer offers globally inspired, plant-based cuisine and natural wines.

Twisted Plants

4905 S. Packard Ave., Cudahy TwistedPlants.com Twisted Plants puts vegan twists on comfort foods, featuring 100-percent plant-based burgers, fries, sandwiches and vegan ice cream from Scratch Ice Cream.

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3077 N. Mayfair Rd., Wauwatosa UrbanBeetsCafe.com Urban Beets serves fresh raw juice, smoothies, acai bowls and a variety of prepared salads and gluten-free vegan fare.

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hroughout the nation, an estimated 8,000 farmers markets offer some of the freshest food available anywhere. Often open on weekend mornings or select weeknights, these nutritional meccas allow local farmers to sell their fruits, vegetables, eggs, meat and dairy directly to consumers, thereby providing an attractive business channel for them. “If you buy direct from a farmer, 97 cents of every dollar goes home with the farmer, whereas if you buy from a traditional grocery store, only 17 cents makes its way back to that farmer,” says Janie Maxwell, executive director of the Illinois Farmers Market Association. 28

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Dollars spent at farmers markets boost local economies. “When farmers make money, they buy seeds at their local co-op or purchase tools from a nearby hardware store, which infuses economic capital into rural communities,” says Katie Myhre, technology research manager at the Farmers Market Coalition. “If we can focus on

is their life’s work, and their reputation is on that label. I sense that there’s a real desire to ensure great quality and safety.” Regularly buying fresh food from a farmers market allows families to get into the habit of eating in season. “Cooking seasonally allows you the opportunity to capture the incredible flavor profiles of what’s fresh. It has just been picked and tastes incredible—very different from the flavors you get from grocery store products that were produced someplace else, maybe even weeks or months ago,” Maxwell explains. Myhre concurs: “If we can build our habits, cooking preferences and skills around those seasonal rhythms, that’s a really beautiful benefit. It’s awesome for me to know that these herbs were harvested yesterday. There’s also a wide diversity of products. You’re not going to see 12 varieties of squash at your big-box grocery store. I’m always surprised by what I see, and it’s a really fun experience as somebody who loves food. Taking home really great-tasting products that were produced with so much care is a central benefit.” For many, the farmers market is a community gathering. In addition to local growers, they often include cottage food vendors offering homemade jams and jellies, baked goods, sauces, preserved and pickled items and other delicious foods, as well as arts and crafts vendors and musical entertainment. “The wonderful thing about the farmers market is that it leads with joy,” Myhre says. “It’s fun. You don’t invite friends to the grocery store, but you might meet your friends for coffee at the farmers market.”

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growing the capacity of our farms within our region and building consumer habits around what we can grow locally, that’s going to help our region become more resilient.” This type of localized commerce offers environmental benefits, too. Produce from a local source carries a much smaller carbon footprint than one that travelled halfway across the country. “Farmers markets are uniquely positioned to encourage environmentally responsible farming by providing a solid economic platform to climate-positive farmers that are taking care of land and water quality,” Myhre asserts. According to a study commissioned by the U.S. Farmers & Ranchers Alliance, 72 percent of consumers know “nothing” or “very little” about farming or ranching. Farmers markets facilitate ongoing dialogues between growers and consumers, serving as valuable educational sites. “Getting to know your farmer offers you an opportunity to ask questions directly to the person growing the product and make a choice accordingly, whereas when you go into grocery stores, you’re fed a lot of advertising and greenwash labeling with terms that you don’t understand,” Myhre says, adding, “While many small farmers decide not to go through the costly United States Department of Agriculture organic certification process, their farming practices are often just as clean or even more so, and at a farmers market, consumers are able to look the farmer in the eye and learn about their growing methods.” Maxwell appreciates the opportunity to make an educated choice. “As a consumer, you have to decide what is your highest value. For me, the most compelling reason to shop at a farmers market is the peak, inseason, quality of the food, the incredible taste and nutrition that you get because it was freshly harvested and didn’t have to be transported over long distances. The number of people that touch your food is significantly lower at a farmers market, so there’s less opportunity for it to be mishandled or cross-contaminated. It carries the name of the producer on it. This

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START WITH A LOVING GREETING. Address your present self compassionately, the way you would to a child or dear friend. “Hi darling. It’s a brand-new day, sweetheart.” ACKNOWLEDGE YOUR HARDSHIPS WITHOUT JUDGEMENT. What is your wiser self observing from the outside? Let it state what it notices. “I can see that you’re hurting. You’ve been through it, haven’t you?” LET THE PAST BE PROOF OF YOUR EMOTIONAL ENDURANCE. Be an investigator and dig up examples of how you’ve coped with previous hardships. Remember that time you thought you couldn’t deal, but you did?

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STATE WHAT THE WISER-YOU KNOWS. What does this perspective offer to the situation? Be the scribe as you channel wiser-you’s messages. Try this prompt: “Your heart knows that ...”

n a summer afternoon in 2015, I sat in my favorite coffee shop waiting on lifechanging news. With each minute, my anxiety mounted, so I turned to the only thing that calms me in a stressful situation—my journal. As my pen scrawled across the page, I instinctively wrote a letter from my future self to my present self. I just needed someone to reassure me. And that “someone,” apparently, was me. I’ve been writing these inner-wisdom letters ever since, and it has been one of the most helpful practices in managing my anxiety. Women that have attended my retreats say it is the most impactful thing we do. When you’re feeling overwhelmed, grab a pen and follow these simple steps.

CREATE A SIMPLE CEREMONY. Sitting down with your favorite mug or journal makes this exercise feel sacred. Write in the light of dawn or by the glow of a candle, whatever brings you joy. SET A TIMER SO YOU DON’T OVERTHINK IT. Perfectionism is the enemy of creativity. For 10 minutes, tell yourself to just write whatever comes, no matter how imperfect. 30

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REQUEST THE NEXT RIGHT STEP. Ask your wiser self, “What do I need in order to heal from this?” Listen for the answer. It might take the form of advice, a mantra or a simple step: Rest. Pause. Stay. Hug. LIST WHAT YOU CAN LET GO OF. Dump your obsessive thoughts onto the page, as well as anything you can’t control. While you think you can control other people’s reactions, you can’t. CLOSE WITH LOVE AND SUPPORT. “I love you and I’m here for you in your heart.” READ WHAT YOU WROTE. Be amazed by the wisdom that came simply because you tapped in and asked. Bring your hands to your heart and say thank you. Nadine Kenney Johnstone is the host of the podcast Heart of the Story, a writing, meditation and yoga nidra instructor, and a workshop and retreat leader.

4 Ways Nutrition Links to Skin Health by Maggie Schaetzel

he skin relationship to nutrition begins with absorption. When nutrients aren’t absorbed, skin cells, collagen, elastin and muscles cannot be built properly, and normal skin functions cannot be carried out. The current “state of being” determines whether or not a body is absorbing nutrients. In a sympathetic state (stressful situation) the body severely lacks nutrient absorption. The most nutrient-dense diets are null and void if the body is not in a parasympathetic state. Below are some issues that can affect nutrient absorption, and thus, skin health.

Blood Sugar Regulation

Sugar causes cross-linking, which means that healthy proteins abnormally stick together and get weighed down. This is referred to as glycation (cross-hatched wrinkling) and can happen at any age, but commonly happens in mature skin. Sugar also causes inflammation in the skin, which is linked to common skin conditions such as acne, pigmentation, dermatitis and eczema.

Mineral Balance

Foods today lack minerals. Minerals are needed to create enzymatic reactions that help skin cells function. Minerals assist in digestion and wound healing.

Essential Fatty Acids

Saturated and unsaturated fat build strong and permeable cell membranes to facilitate nutrient infusion and waste flushing, and fat creates a healthy lipid bi-layer. Healthy fat contributes to a good flow of sebum (fatty secretions), as well as a healthy acid mantle that reduces transepidermal water loss (dehydrated skin).

Hydration

The skin is the last organ to receive hydration. Lack of hydration results in impaired enzyme activity, stagnant lymph, sluggish blood flow and thick sebum. A skin condition can represent something deeper than what’s happening on the surface. A holistic approach to skin care takes into consideration the state of the person’s being, nutritional intake, pathogens/toxins and overall lifestyle. A sufficient intake of water, minerals and healthy fats, balanced with minimal consumption of added sugars, is a great place to start for overall wellness and glowing, healthy skin.

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t first glance, it seems harmless to sit at a desk all week and then dive into gardening, hiking, shooting some hoops or playing softball with the kids. We think nothing of it until that pulled hamstring, stiff shoulder or painful knee makes itself known, slowing us down for a few days or weeks. At the other end of the spectrum, weekend warrior injuries can be more serious, taking months and even surgery to be resolved. With prevention, simple exercises and minimal investment of time, most suffering can be avoided. Recovery time can be shortened by integrating traditional firstaid approaches with complementary modalities like homeopathy, herbal remedies, essential oils and supplements.

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Maintaining our cars prevents them from breaking down on the highway, and our bodies are no different. Muscles are meant to move regularly, and if we’re doing our part, the body will be stronger, more flexible and less prone to sprains, strains and chronic pain. “Common causes of injury are not warming up the body before exercising, pushing yourself before you are ready, not taking enough rest, improper form and not listening to aches or pains,” says New Jersey fitness trainer and mindset coach Nadia Murdock. She stresses the importance of exercising regularly three to five times a week to improve muscle strength, increase endurance and transport oxygen and nutrients where they are needed most in the body. “With this routine under your belt, you can find more comfort in tackling an adventurous weekend without pain or injury.” Whether putting down a new floor, raking leaves or playing a game of tennis, toughing out an annoying muscle twinge or

ignoring stiffness in a joint can set us up for trouble down the road. “The ‘no pain, no gain’ mindset is definitely not beneficial over the long run for health maintenance,” says physical therapist Brennan Hussey. In his private practice in Evergreen, Colorado, and Appleton, Wisconsin, Hussey most often sees weekend warrior mishaps that target the lower back, shoulder, hip and knee. Identifying unhealthy habits and compromised alignment can prevent ongoing issues, he says, and a head-to-toe evaluation and approach are key. “Pain is obviously what brings people in for treatment most often, but if I treat with pain as the focus, I will miss the dysfunction that’s actually causing the pain response,” he says. “I’ve found hands-on, or manual, therapy best treats the various dysfunctions that cause pain, whether chronic or acute, and usually within a very low number of visits.”

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First-Aid and Recovery Essentials

RICE—rest, ice, compression and elevation—is the name of the game when injury strikes, but adding essential oils to a first-aid and recovery regimen can offer significant benefits. Diluted external use of lavender, cypress and eucalyptus can minimize bruising, pain and swelling. Essential oils are also reliable allies for dealing with general discomfort after an active weekend. “In my 30 years using essential oils, plus raising two active boys, I’ve found that the most effective way to use essential oils for post-activity soreness is with topical application,” says Liz Fulcher, a clinical aromatherapist and owner of the Aromatic Wisdom Institute, in Selinsgrove, Pennsylvania. “Specifically, I add 15 to 20 drops of essential oil into one fluid ounce of unscented lotion or cream, which is a 5 percent dilution—too strong for all-over use, but great for spot application of topical issues. Apply the blend into the affected area as often as needed for approximately two days.” Her powerhouse favorites for aches and pains include German chamomile (M. chamomilla), helichrysum (H. italicum), ginger (Z. officinale), black pepper (P. nigrum), frankincense (B. carterii), lavender (L. angustifolia) and tea tree (M. alternifolia). For open wounds, she reaches for the distilled herbal waters known as hydrosols to wash the area before applying lavender and tea tree to avoid infection. Helichrysum essential oil is remarkable for bruises and other topical trauma, she says. According to a 2016 review of studies in the American Journal of Therapeutics, soft tissue injuries respond well to immediate and subsequent internal use of the homeopathic remedy Arnica Montana 30x, as well as topical arnica in the form of gels, oils and sprays. Remedies like Ruta graveolens and Rhus tox offer further support for sprains and strains. Bolstering the diet with antiinflammatory spices and supplements like turmeric, vitamin C with bioflavonoids, vitamin E with mixed tocopherols, bromelain, borage and flaxseed oil can also provide support. In the end, maintaining an active lifestyle all week long can lower the risk of needless suffering. “With consistent movement, you will understand how your body moves and responds to certain conditions. This will start to create a deeper understanding of what your body can tolerate,” advises Murdock. “The biggest takeaway is consistency.” Marlaina Donato is an author and recording artist. Connect at WildflowerLady.com.

TIPS TO PREVENT INJURY ADVICE FROM FITNESS TRAINER NADIA MURDOCK: Start with a gentle warmup if you are stretching before your workout. This helps to loosen up the joints and improves the blood flow to the muscles in your body. Try incorporating a few jumping jacks or a minute of running in place. Avoid bouncing in the stretch; hold the stretch for at least 20 seconds and don’t rush it. A few simple moves: FORWARD LUNGE: Kneel on one knee, place the other leg forward at a 90-degree angle, making sure the knee is over the ankle. Lean into the movement to feel the stretch in the inner thigh. Hold for at least 20 seconds and then switch legs.

STANDING QUAD STRETCH: If you need additional support in this stretch, you can use a wall or chair. Raise one foot behind you; on the same side of the body, reach back to grab your foot at the ankle and pull it toward your seat, stretching the thigh. Keep the knees close and square your hips by keeping them forward. Hold for at least 20 seconds. Repeat on the other side.

SEATED STRADDLE LOTUS: Sit down on the floor with the soles of your feet together in front of you. Gently press your knees to the floor while placing your forearms on the inside of the knees. Push down as you lean your body forward toward the ground. Make sure you are leaning forward from the hips. Hold this stretch for at least 20 seconds and repeat if you feel you need to.

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Maximizing Results with Minimal Time by Jack Cincotta

ontrary to popular belief, the quest to achieve one’s fitness goals doesn’t have to involve a grueling, arduous, time-consuming process. In fact, one can achieve quite spectacular results by approaching fitness with a minimalist approach; that is, using routines that give the best results in the shortest amount of time. Minimalist training routines are great for people who either have little time in their schedule to exercise, or simply want to try a more basic and simple approach. After all, life happens. The good news: There are some easy, research-backed ways to incorporate minimalist training.

sets of six to 15 reps for each exercise, and should include an upper-body push, an upper-body pull and a lower-body exercise. One workout could be as basic as overhead press, pull-up and dead lift, and the second workout could be bench press, bent-over row and back squat. Total time for these workouts should be around 30 to 45 minutes, which adds up to a weekly total of merely 60 to 90 minutes.

Interval Training For fat loss, a true minimalist approach would be to simply move more during the day. Research shows that exercise actually

has a minimal role in fat loss compared to dietary changes. However, exercise does have a supplemental role in fat loss, and an effective way to employ minimalism here is to use sprint interval training (SIT). A 2021 systematic review and meta-analysis by the journal Sports found that there is little difference in long-term fat loss between interval training and traditional endurance training, yet interval training takes up much less time. Though various protocols exist, two days per week is sufficient. Sessions can run as short as five minutes and usually are no longer than 30 minutes, but should be of very high intensity. A sample SIT workout would be six to eight stationary bike sprints lasting 20 seconds each, with two minutes of rest in between each sprint. Overall, a minimalist approach can be very effective—and even ideal in some cases—for gaining muscle and strength and losing fat, which argues against the traditional notion that fitness goals require a tremendous amount of time and effort. Jack Cincotta is an AADP board-certified holistic health practitioner and AFPA-certified holistic health coach with an M.S. degree in psychology. He runs a holistic health practice and specializes in mental health concerns. For more information, call 920-650-7674, email Jack@JackCincotta.com or visit JackCincotta.com. See ad, page 19.

To gain muscle and strength, all that’s really needed is two, full-body workouts per week, focusing on compound movements for the major muscles of the body. A 2021 review by the journal Sports Medicine analyzed dozens of studies to determine appropriate guidelines for time-constrained training. They found that a weekly minimum of four work sets of six to 15 reps (depending on actual load) per muscle group was enough to promote gains in strength and muscle. To do this most efficiently, one could divide this into two workouts per week. Each workout would include at least four 34

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5 Simple Fat-Burning Exercises by LaDonna Gladney

or anyone looking to tone up, increase energy or lose some extra pounds, here are five simple exercises you can do to burn extra calories. If unable to go to the gym, some of these exercises can be done at home.

Jumping jacks. Aim to complete 200 jacks in five minutes. Step jacks are a great modification for those looking to decrease pressure on the knees. Jumping rope. Challenge yourself to four to five minutes of jumping rope. Insert mini-breaks to pause and breathe, then start again. Continue this way until time is up. For those who are unable to use a jump rope indoors, try jumping and moving the arms in the same motion as if there were a rope in one’s hands.

Bike riding. Ride a bike indoor or outdoor for about 20 to 45 minutes for three to five days per week. Walking. Walk for 25 to 30 minutes.

Step outside for fresh air, or use the incline feature on the treadmill as a way to burn even more calories. Challenge yourself and climb high.

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playlist of five or six songs and dance away. Moving for 30 minutes a day can make a big difference in helping us to feel great and stay active, especially when having fun. Remember to always have fun. LaDonna Gladney, CPT, NDTR, and the owner of DonnaFit4Life LLC, is a registered nutrition and dietetic technician, as well as

LaDonna Gladney a certified fitness trainer. Born and raised in Milwaukee, her passion is to help the community become healthy through nutrition and fitness. For more information, call 414-793-5086 or visit DonnaFit4Life.com. See ad, page 39.

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Burnout Recovery Ways to Reset and Find Balance

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’ll sleep when I die,” Kristina Shea used to joke about her three hours of nightly shut-eye. In retrospect, she says ruefully, “It almost became a reality.” Her hectic life as a single, widowed mother juggling her child’s needs, a high-powered career, university classes, fitness teaching and a two-hour work commute came to an abrupt stop eight years ago when she got off an escalator in the Toronto business district and collapsed. “It was burnout which manifested into physical symptoms such as extreme high blood pressure, red rashes, eczema and even a brain cyst,” she recalls. “I was emotionally and physically drained, with little joy left for life.” 36

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feeling burned out in a March 2021 study, with two-thirds saying it had worsened during the pandemic. Belgian researchers found parental burnout in the U.S. to be among the highest in the world—even before COVID-19 closed schools. Record numbers of healthcare workers, caregivers and therapists report feeling physically, mentally and emotionally exhausted, with grave implications for those they are helping. Over time, burnout can bring on such health consequences as depression, insomnia, cardiovascular disease and immune disorders. Turning around burnout requires a simple first step. We must admit what’s going on, says Eileen McDargh, author of Burnout to Breakthrough and an executive coach in Dana Point, California. “Until we stop and literally look at what we are doing, we remain on the hamster wheel,” she says. “And then, we must listen to what our head is saying to us, and perhaps even more important, what our heart—our intuition—is telling us. The heart knows the truth.” From this self-assessment, other steps can follow, she says, such as asking, “What can I change about this? What can I avoid? What can I amend? And what—at least for the short term—can I accept?” A stressful situation can also be proactively reframed by viewing it as a challenge, a learning opportunity, a way to help others or as having a higher purpose. Other helpful strategies include: ACCESS POINTS OF JOY. By asking ourselves what three specific activities or things truly make us feel alive, engaged and happy, we can figure out how to work them into our days and restructure our life. In one study, physicians that spent about 20

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When purchasing kibble, look for brands that are minimally processed and provide vitamins directly from the ingredients; a long list of supplements on an ingredient list means the food has been highly processed. There has been recent debate within the animal care community as to whether grain-free diets are more helpful or harmful to pets. O’Brien Greenleaf notes the jury is still out on how some grains affect pets or whether grain-free diets are better. “It depends on how contaminated or genetically modified the grains are, and whether grains agree with your pet,” she says. Testing is now available to help determine ingredients to which a pet may be allergic. She also recommends adding high-quality fish oil to pet’s food to help quell inflammation that can cause skin issues and other disorders.

Smaller Manufacturers Emphasize Quality Control Randi Ross owns the franchise in Campbell, California, for Ben’s Barketplace, a Northern California pet food store chain that specializes in quality foods for dogs and cats. She notes that corporate mergers and acquisitions over the years have put many large pet food brands that are carried at big-box stores into the hands of conglomerates that also produce candy, soap and other non-pet products. This can lead to lack of oversight and quality control issues. Many smaller, specialty pet food stores carefully screen the brands they carry. They offer products made by smaller companies that produce just pet food and embrace a holistic, farm-to-table philoso-

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eople are always striving to improve the quality of life for their pets. For some, this means making homemade dog and cat food or buying meat directly from a local butcher, but not all pet parents have the necessary time, space or finances. While there are better quality kibble and canned pet foods available today than in the past, along with frozen raw and freeze-dried raw foods, an overwhelming volume of choices can confuse even the savviest consumer. Cecille O’Brien Greenleaf, a holistic veterinarian in San Jose, California, advises pet parents to use the same criteria they do when shopping for human food—look for the freshest, cleanest ingredients possible, a limited ingredient panel and no chemicals and pesticides. “Look for human-grade ingredients that offer the most vitality,” she emphasizes. She notes that some larger manufacturers have been caught using the least expensive ingredients they could find, including diseased animals that have been rejected from the human supply chain. Ingredients on panels are listed by weight from highest to lowest, so the first one listed is the one that weighs the most. It should be pure meat— chicken, beef, venison or fish. Proteins such as chicken liver, organ meat or eggs may follow. “If there are many synthesized items in the ingredient list, that is to be avoided,” she says. Frozen raw and dehydrated raw foods provide optimal nutrition while more closely mimicking pets’ primal eating patterns. The extrusion process that some pet food manufacturers use to make kibble can overcook the product. To compensate, synthesized vitamins are often sprayed onto the finished product, similar to how many children’s breakfast cereals are produced, she explains.

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phy regarding how they source their ingredients and manufacture their foods. The melamine pet food recall of 2007, in which the U.S. Food and Drug Administration found chemical contaminants in vegetable proteins imported from China used as ingredients in pet food, prompted many people to look for “Made in the United States” on packages. However, even if a brand is labeled as American- or North American-made, it doesn’t necessarily mean all of the ingredients were sourced from America, Ross says. Freeze-dried raw meal toppers and pour-over broths have become popular ways to add nutrition and flavor to kibble. When purchasing those products, she says, the same rules apply as when shopping for food: look for single or limitedingredients on product panels and be wary of excessive filler ingredients like corn or wheat. “We help educate people on the true cost of pet ownership,” Ross says. “Spending a little more money now on high-quality pet food ultimately keeps dogs and cats healthier, reducing the need for veterinarian visits, pharmaceuticals and antibiotics.” Sheila Julson is a Milwaukee-based freelance writer and contributor to Natural Awakenings magazines throughout the country.

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Baby Goat Yoga at the Enlightened – 9-10am and 10-11am. We all know the benefits of yoga - stress reduction, mental focus - but why add the goats? Being around animals has been shown to decrease stress, blood pressure and loneliness while boosting mood and increasing feelings of social support. Plus, baby goats are really cute! Enlightened, 2020 S Allis St, Milwaukee. 414-369-2259. MKEYoga Social.com.

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SATURDAY, MARCH 19 Reiki Level I Training – 9am-4:30pm. With Amy Wilinski. Reiki is a Japanese energy healing art for stress reduction, relaxation and promotes healing of body, mind and spirit. Level I Reiki teaches you how to do reiki on yourself and others. It is very easy to learn, and you will be able to immediately incorporate this into your life. $195, lunch included. Golden Light Healing Retreat Center, 7102 Sundew Rd, Sobieski. 920-609-8277. Info@GoldenLight Healing.net. GoldenLightHealing.net.

Baby Goat Yoga at the Cooperage – 9-10am and 10-11am. We all know the benefits of yoga - stress reduction, mental focus - but why add the goats? Being around animals has been shown to decrease stress, blood pressure and loneliness while boosting mood and increasing feelings of social support. Plus, baby goats are really cute! Cooperage, 822 S Water St, Milwaukee. 414-369-2259. MKE YogaSocial.com.

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SUNDAY, APRIL 24 Wellness, Body, Mind & Spirit Expo – 10am5pm. Join us for the latest in new thought presentations, the best advances in alternative health, and the nation’s finest psychics and mediums. From astrology to Reiki masters, to naturopaths to fitness experts, we have an eclectic variety of vendors and wonderful exhibits. $7, free/under age 12; free parking. Four Points by Sheraton, Milwaukee-North Shore, 8900 North Kildeer Ct, Brown Deer. Appts required for readings: 414-349-4932. WellnessBodyMindSpirit.com.

Ancient Irish Shamanism – Mar 27-29. Join Amantha Murphy from Ireland and explore the ancient Irish shamanic ways of the Celts, Goddess and the ancient Tuatha de Danann. The way of the Celtic Shaman is rooted deeply in tradition and allows us to walk between worlds: recognizing the interconnectedness between all living beings. Golden Light Healing Retreat Center, 7102 Sundew Rd, Sobieski. 920-609-8277. Info@GoldenLightHealing.net. GoldenLightHealing.net.

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WEDNESDAY, MAY 11 Whispers On the Wind Shamanic Program – Group #25: May 11-14, July 27-31, Nov 2-6 & Jan 4-8, 2023. Group #26: Aug 17-21, Nov 30-Dec 4, Feb 8-12, May 17-21, 2023. With Amy Wilinski. Are you searching for the meaning in your life? Would you like a deeper connection with nature and the spirit world? Intensive training program in shamanism, energy medicine and self-transformation. Meet 4 times over 12 mos. Learn core energy healing techniques including power animal and soul retrieval, clearing of past life and ancestral imprints, connecting with the forces of nature, ceremony and ritual, and much more. Golden Light Healing Retreat Center, 7102 Sundew Rd, Sobieski. 920-609-8277. Info@GoldenLightHealing.net. GoldenLightHealing.net.

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savethedate FRIDAY, MAY 27 11th Anniversary Midwest Women’s Herbal Conference Weekend: Honors Flora, Fauna and Funga – May 27-29. Keynote speakers are Dr. Cornelia Cho, Misty Cook and Suzanne Simard, author of Finding the Mother Tree. Enjoy more than 60 workshops and plant walks, herbal education, personal growth workshops, singing, dancing, nourishing meals, swimming, campfires and a Red Tent communal space. Camp Helen Brachman, Almond. MidwestWomensHerbal.com.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 2 Mists of Ireland Tour – Oct 2-11. Be pampered on this luxury journey which includes 4-star superior accommodations including a 2-night castle stay, ceremonies at ancient sacred sites with local guides and shamans, traditional and gourmet meals, small private group travel throughout the tour and much more. More info: 920-609-8277, Info@Golden LightHealing.net, GoldenLightHealing.net.

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$20 for up to 20 words, then $1 extra per word. Email content to Publisher@ NaturalMKE.com. Deadline is the 10th. NOW HIRING ECO HARMONY LANDSCAPE & DESIGN is excited to start its 11th year. We are a sustainably minded company offering competitive pay, creative projects and a dynamic work environment. We provide a relaxed, family-oriented atmosphere and focus on work/life balance. Call 414-810-5858. See ad, page 20.

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Yoga at Camp Serenity Yoga & Retreat Spa – 8:30am. Start your Sunday with a relaxing and rejuvenating yoga class open to all levels. Camp Serenity, S76W18582 Kingston Dr, Muskego. 262903-8774. CampSerenity.wordpress.com.

Yoga at Camp Serenity Yoga & Retreat Spa – 7am. Start your Tuesday with a relaxing and rejuvenating yoga class open to all levels. Camp Serenity, S76W18582 Kingston Dr, Muskego. 262-903-8774. CampSerenity.wordpress.com.

Sunday Celebrations at Unity Center in Milwaukee – 10am. Onsite (observing COVID-19 recommendations for face masks, social distancing and taking temperatures). Unity Center in Milwaukee, 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa. 414-475-0105. Streaming live: UnityCenterInMilwaukee.com. A.C.I.M. Study Group – A Course in Miracles study group, following Fellowship. Love offering accepted. Fireside Room, Unity Center in Milwaukee, 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa. Joann Baumann: 414-745-7377. UnityCenterInMilwaukee.com.

monday Life Journey Group – 6:15-8pm. 2nd & 4th Mon. Come with an open mind and kind heart to support others and self in spiritual growth through daily living. Love offering. Unity Center in Milwaukee, 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa. 414-475-0105. UnityCenterInMilwaukee.com.

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wednesday Head2Toe Bodyworks – 7-8pm. Join the Head2Toe Bodyworks program to increase your range of motion, flexibility and balance. GreenSquare Center, 6789 N Green Bay Ave, Glendale. More info: 414839-4315. Head2ToeBodyworks.com.

CASA CALM rental space is available for yoga instructors, chiropractors and other wellness providers to join this collaborative healing center. Call 262-391-3876.

SERVICES EMBODIED OFFERS – Thai yoga bodywork, massage, foot soaks, bellydance, meditation, herbal products, supplements, workshops and event services. EmbodiedBlends.com. 262-544-4310.

SUPPLEMENTS ORGANIC PLANT-BASED SUPPLEMENTS – Get Greens Powder, Oil Blends, Herbal Teas, Electrolytes, Colon Cleansers & More. See Special Offer for Samples. TerraLifeStore.com. 954-459-1134.

thursday VIBE-45 Sunrise Yoga Flow – 6-6:45am. Virtual & In-Person Options. Connect with breath, move the body and clear the mind. All levels welcome. For the VIRTUAL class option, the ZOOM link will be emailed to you prior to the start of class. VIBE Yoga Health Fitness, 180 Kossow Rd, Waukesha. 262-788-9147. Register at VibeMKE.com or using the MINDBODY app. Qigong & Tai Chi – Learn Qigong (7:30-8:30pm) and old Yang family Tai Chi Chuan (7:30-9pm) from a 6th generation certified instructor. Visit website for more information. GreenSquare Center, 6789 N Green Bay Ave, Glendale. 414-839-4315. Neijia-Arts.com. Yoga at Camp Serenity Yoga & Retreat Spa – 7pm. Wind down your day with a relaxing and rejuvenating yoga class open to all levels. Camp Serenity, S76W18582 Kingston Dr, Muskego. 262903-8774. CampSerenity.wordpress.com.

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saturday VIBE Fitness- HIIT Class – 7:30-8:15am. Saturdays March through May. Keep that body moving! This class keeps your heart rate up, uses light weight and body weight movements that are cardio-based, strength-based and also challenge the lungs. VIBE Yoga Health Fitness, 180 Kossow Rd, Waukesha. 262-788-9147. Register at VibeMKE.com or using the MINDBODY app. Yoga + Fresh Juice at Urban Beets – 8-9am. Second Saturday of every month. Enjoy a sunshine vinyasa flow incorporating breath and movement for all levels with the intention to offer accessibility to those new to yoga while challenging even the most seasoned practitioners. Includes 45 minutes of yoga and a fresh Urban Beets juice. Urban Beets, 3077 N Mayfair Rd, Wauwatosa. 414-369-2259. MKEYogaSocial.com.

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Connecting you to the leaders in natural health care and green living in our community. To be included in the Community Resource Guide, email Publisher@NaturalMKE.com to request our media kit.

COLON HYDROTHERAPY

ACUPUNTURE PLUMERIA ACUPUNCTURE AND HOLISTIC WELLNESS CENTER, LLC 414-687-0087 Dr.Amizuno@PlumeriaWellness.com PlumeriaWellness.com

Dr. Mizuno, DAOM, L.Ac, has a passion for helping clients regain their beautiful and happy smiles while transforming to a healthier version of themselves. She doesn’t treat symptoms or diseases. She treats patients. See ad, page 13.

BIRTH DOULA/IBCLC NURTURING TRANSITIONS LACTATION CONSULTATION AND BIRTH DOULA SERVICES 262-853-6267

MarciaDoula_NurturingTransitions@yahoo.com

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NATURAL ESCAPE, LLC

Chandra Houser, LMT, CCH 14530 W Capitol Dr, Ste 201, Brookfield 262-895-5078 HouserChandra@Yahoo.com Natural-Escape.com At Natural Escape, we believe colon cleansing is the key to optimal health. We offer a one-of-a-kind approach to whole-body cleansing for long term wellness. Priority services include open-system colonic hydrotherapy with ozone and red light plus infrared therapy. Our focus is opening the body’s pathways to naturally detoxify the liver, bloodstream and kidneys while providing a release for mind, body and soul.

VIVA WELLNESS

12625 W Burleigh Rd, Brookfield 262-777-8482 (VIVA) VivaWellnessWI.com Boutique Medical Weight Loss blended with holistic wellness treatments to help you become the best version of yourself. See ad, page 17.

As a doula, Marcia Barritt provides emotional support for mom, her family and partner during pregnancy and birth. Her doula services also include assistance and lactation education.

COMPOST SERVICE CHIROPRACTIC BROOKFIELD CHIROPRACTIC

BLUE RIBBON ORGANICS 262-497-8539 BlueRibbonOrganics.com

For organic compost & soil blends in bulk, by bag or delivered straight to your yard, grow in Blue Ribbon Organics this spring. See ad, page 21.

Dr. Matt Christiansen 15010 W Greenfield Ave, Ste 100, Brookfield 262-754-5500 Frontdesk@BrookfieldChiropractic.net BrookfieldChiropractic.net Committed to providing cutting-edge chiropractic and wellness services. Treatment for headaches, neck and back pain, disc herniation and sports rehabilitation. As well as, spinal decompression, intersegmental traction, electric muscle stimulation, custom foot orthotics and more. See ad, page 31.

CRYSTALS ANGEL LIGHT CENTER FOR THE HEALING ARTS

13000 Watertown Plank Rd, Elm Grove 262-787-3001 • AngelLightShopping.com

REGEN MED PAIN RELIEF CLINICS 15720 W National Ave, New Berlin 262-785-5515 RegenMedPainRelief.com

Exceptional chiropractic and wellness clinic with a special focus on chronic pain relief. Offering MLS Laser Therapy, massage, exercise rehabilitation, functional medicine and more. See ad, page 25.

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Experience over 20,000 amazing crystals, rocks, gemstones, natural stone jewelry and metaphysical supplies—at affordable prices. Angel Light also offers great workshops, intuitive readings, and personal healing sessions.

4763 N 124 St, Butler • 262-790-0748 FreeSpiritCrystals.com Besides selling beautiful stones and crystals, we offer a variety of healing sessions, crystal healing classes, reiki, astrology, tarot readings and spiritual counseling. See ad, page 37.

REMEDY WITHIN MASSAGE THERAPY & SPIRITUAL GIFTS 13425 Watertown Plank Rd, Elm Grove 262-307-8892 RemedyWithin.com

We provide a diverse assortment of crystals, minerals and stones. Locally made jewelry, spiritual items, sage, candles, cleansing sprays, CBD and essential oils are available along with intuitive readings, crystal healing and massage therapy.

DENTISTRY BIONICA DENTAL WELLNESS 2566 Sun Valley Dr, Delafield 262-337-9745 BionicaDentalWellness.com

Co m e e x p e r i e n c e mo d e r n , comprehensive, biological dentistry for the health-conscious community. Dr. Udoka Holinbeck’s holistic approach will give you confidence in your smile and your health. See ad, page 5.

HOLISTIC DENTISTRY OF PORT WASHINGTON

220 N Franklin St, Port Washington 262-235-4525 • HolisticDentistryWI.com Dr. Railand is passionate about treating all ages with a whole body perspective. We combine advanced alternative treatments with conventional procedures to provide true wellness. See ad, page 48.

INTEGRATIVE DENTAL SOLUTIONS 23770 Capitol Dr, Pewaukee 262-691-4555 • WINaturalDentist.com

“…Because a healthy Body, starts with a healthy Mouth.” Our office specializes in treating the cause of the problem and not just the symptoms; we offer the latest advances in dentistry. See ad, page 3.

WHOLEHEALTH BIOMIMETIC & BIOLOGIC FAMILY DENTISTRY

125 W Wisconsin Ave, Ste 102, Pewaukee 262-737-4004 WholeHealthFamilyDentistry.com Dr. Schwartz is board certified in Biomimetic Dentistry, Integrative Biologic Dental Medicine and is a Board Certified Naturopathic Physician. We offer the best and healthiest dentistry for our patients.

EDUCATION MILWAUKEE AREA TECHNICAL COLLEGE

Environmental Health and Water Quality Technology Program 262-238-2264 BatesKS@MATC.edu Promote the protection of our water, food and air. To learn more about enrolling in our program or hiring our graduates, call or email Kathy Bates, or scan QR Code on page 16 to view website. See ad, page 16.

HOLISTIC HEALTH BEAUTY WISDOM

Holly Bilicki BeautyWisdom@HollyBilicki.com 262-641-7538 • HollyBilicki.com Authentic Beauty requires you to look within. Holly is a beauty Transformation Coach®.She helps women build a healthier life to be beautiful inside and out. Visit website for details.

LV ENERGY HEALING

Liset Vazquez 262-977-3444 • LVEnergyHealing.com LVEnergyHealing@gmail.com Energy Healer and Certified Emotion Code Practitioner is here to help you drop the emotional baggage, so that you can finally start living your best life.

DONNA FIT 4 LIFE LLC LaDonna Gladney 414-793-5086 DonnaFit4Life.com

Donna’s passion is to help people live healthy lives through nutrition and fitness. Offering fitness training, nutrition counseling and meal planning, exercise programs and more. Virtual training available. See ad, page 39.

HEAD2TOE BODYWORKS

GreenSquare Center 6789 N Green Bay Ave, Glendale 414-839-4315 • Head2ToeBodyworks.com Learn a series of simple and easy to perform exercises. Help reduce joint pain and increase range of motion, flexibility, strength, and balance. Ideal for middle and senior age groups.

Garden consultation, instruction, landscape design, wildflowers and woodland gardens, prairies, small ponds, rain gardens, landscape maintenance, organic lawn care. Organic landscape practices in all habitats. See ad, page 15.

MASSAGE THERAPY FIND YOUR BALANCE MASSAGE & WELLNESS

Our passion is helping patients maximize their health, allowing you to live life to the absolute fullest. We approach each patient as an individual by assessing the body with stateof-the art, bio-energetic technology to identify underlying root cause issues. See ad, page 8.

Massage modalities offered: cupping, guasha, kineseotaping, prenatal, Yomassage, and trigger point therapy. Helping you manage your pain or stress is my top priority.

150 S Sunnyslope Rd, Ste 148, Brookfield 262-395-4023 BrookfieldHealthAndWellness.com

Debbie Conklyn 850 Elm Grove Rd, Ste 16, Elm Grove 414-426-9697 FindYourBalanceMassage.com

INFINITY MASSAGE AND BODYWORK Amy Elizabeth, Intuitive Healing Practitioner & Mindset Coach 414-510-9000 TheWholisticGoddess.com HEAL YOUR BODY. DISEASE starts with stored energy and emotion in the body. The Body needs to be evaluated in a Holistic way. I am here to help. Visit website for details. See ad, page 9.

LAWNCARE/LANDSCAPE SERVICE FITNESS

Diane Olson-Schmidt • 414-793-3652 LaceWingGdcs@att.net

BROOKFIELD HEALTH & WELLNESS, LLC

THE WHOLISTIC GODDESS

ENERGY HEALING

LACEWING

ECO HARMONY LANDSCAPE

414-810-5858 Info@EcoHarmonyLandscaping.com Mike.EcoHarmony@gmail.com EcoHarmonyLandscaping.com Ecologically minded, full-service landscape company servicing SE Wisconsin. Specializing in sustainable ideas and low-maintenance solutions. Professional Craftsmanship Inspired by Nature. See ad, page 20.

4028 S Howell Ave, Milwaukee 7216 W North Ave, Wauwatosa 414-231-9326 • DLewis@InfinityMKE.com InfinityMKE.com

Infinity offers medical massage, reiki, and hypnotherapy to help you relax, stimulate the immune system and activate the body’s innate ability to heal. Open 7 days per week at two convenient locations, by appointment only. See ad, page 37.

MEDICINE - NATUROPATHIC LAKESIDE NATURAL MEDICINE 3510 N Oakland Ave, Shorewood LakesideNaturalMedicine.com 414-939-8748

Naturopathic doctors with a focus on autoimmune diseases, gastrointestinal disorders, hormone imbalance, weight loss and hypothyroidism. See ad, page 19.

THE GREEN TEAM OF WISCONSIN 414-721-1431 Info@GreenTeamWI.com GreenTeamWI.com

The Green Team of Wisconsin provides thoughtful landscape design and installation, full property maintenance, and allnatural turf care and weed control. See ad, page 8.

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MENTAL HEALTH JACK CINCOTTA

Holistic Health Practitioner, AADP N4147 W Water St, Sullivan 920-650-7674 Jack@JackCincotta.com JackCincotta.com Jack Cincotta, Holistic Health Practitioner (AADP), M.S. Psychology, specializes in helping o t h e r s o v e r c o m e a n x i e t y, depression and related issues through holistic and natural approaches. See ad, page 19.

MYOFASCIAL RELEASE SPECIALIZED THERAPY SERVICES 890 Elm Grove Rd, Ste 1-1, Elm Grove 414-778-1341 SpecializedTherapyServices.com

Specialized Therapy Services began in 2002 providing comprehensive MFR treatment programs. Currently it is the only private MFR clinic accepting multiple insurance plans including Medicare. See ad, page 24.

WHITE WOLF MFR

4406 S 68th St, #102, Greenfield 414-543-0855 • WhiteWolfMFR.com Tony Grimm, LMT since 2007; expert-level JFB Myofascial Release therapist. MFR is the most effective treatment to eliminate or reduce pain using gentle pressure to get lasting results.

NATURAL CLEANING MAID BRIGADE

414-384-4620 MaryEllen@MaidBrigadeMKE.com 1966 S 4th St, Milwaukee MaidBrigade.com/WI/Milwaukee/ Maid Brigade starts with a multi-point cleaning process to remove dirt and debris and follows it with powerful, non-toxic, EPA-registered PUREcleaning® disinfectant to remove harmful contaminants. Call today.

NATURAL PRODUCTS SOAP FIXX CO

262-212-2388 HelloSoapFixxCo@gmail.com SoapFixxCo.com Locally handmade bar soaps for a clean you can feel good about! Support local and reduce plastic waste. Find Soap Fixx online or at the Pewaukee Farmers Market on Wednesdays and the Waukesha Farmers’ Markets on Saturdays.

NUTRITION NEW NEWTRITION, LLC

Karen D. Krchma, RDN, CD, CBS 414-315-8800 Info@NewNewtrition.com 163 N Green Bay Rd, Thiensville NewNewtrition.com Our mission is to help as many people as possible to live a healthier life through nutrition, lifestyle awareness and support to achieve individual goals for vitality.

NUTRITION BY GRACE

Grace E Miazga 262-719-8928 NutritionByGraceRD@gmail.com Grace E. Miazga is a non-diet Registered Dietitian who helps others reach their nutrition goals and live a more balanced life through a gentle, holistic approach.

NUTRACEUTICALS & SUPPLEMENTS ALIVE N VIBRANT

AliveNVibrant@gmail.com AliveNVibrant.com Locally made, 100% organic superfood powders to keep you feeling alive and vibrant no matter what your health history. Use code NATAWA online for 12% off for NA readers. See ad, page 19.

STANDARD PROCESS

Kathy Kiss Sr Account Manager KKiss@StandardProcess.com Standard Process is a Wi s c o n s i n - b a s e d , family-owned, wholefood-based nutritional supplement company that partners with healthcare practitioners to address issues related to health conditions. See ad, page 47.

ORAL HEALTH UNTETHERED AIRWAY HEALTH & TONGUE TIE CENTER Hello@UntetheredTTC.com 414-935-8460 • UntetheredTTC.com

Sleep, breathing, and a healthy mouth are intertwined. Dr. Meggie Graham and team offer sleep studies, ENT services, orofacial myofunctional therapy, tongue tie release and preventive preorthodontic treatment to promote optimal oral health for all ages. See ad, page 7.

PHYSICAL THERAPY INVIVO WELLNESS

414-265-5606 2060 N Humboldt Ave, Ste 300, Milwaukee InvivoWellness.com Invivo offers everything for the mind, body and spirit including massage therapy (relaxation, deep tissue, Thai, prenatal, and hot stone), physical therapy, yoga and fitness classes, chiropractic, esthetics and a gym. See ad, page 17.

REAL ESTATE SHOREWEST REALTORS

Cierra Burmeister • 262-607-0215 CBurmeister@Shorewest.com Cierra.Shorewest.com Buyer and seller consultations available. Trust and communication from our first meeting to closing. Clients can expect a relationship beyond the closing table to ensure their home needs are always met. See ad, page 10.

SUPPORT LOCAL SMALL BUSINESSES! They need us now more than ever. Choose to buy from local business owners, shops and farmers. Find local practitioners who can help you with stress, sleep, diet, healing and more. We need each other to stay balanced and healthy as individuals and as a community. Check out our ONLINE RESOURCE GUIDE for even more business listings that may offer exactly what you need at NaturalMKE.com/businesses. March 2022

REGENERATIVE MEDICINE REGEN MED PAIN RELIEF CLINICS 15720 W National Ave, New Berlin 262-785-5515 RegenMedPainRelief.com

Exceptional chiropractic and wellness clinic with a special focus on chronic pain relief. Offering MLS Laser Therapy, massage, exercise rehabilitation, functional medicine and more. See ad, page 25.

SKIN CARE AESTHETICALLY WELL

222 E Erie St, Ste 150, Milwaukee 414-331-8852 Info@AestheticallyWell.com AestheticallyWell.com Aesthetically Well is a trending holistic skincare and nutrition spa in the third ward. The services range from basic to medical to offer every client a perfect skin treatment. See ad, page 13.

REIKI

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CINDY CARLSON REIKI AND ENERGY HEALING

121 E Silver Spring Dr, Ste 208, Whitefish Bay 414-758-0657 • CarlsonHealing.com Reiki/energy healing is a powerful treatment that helps the body relax at a very deep level, allowing the body to activate its own ability to heal itself. See ad, page 46.

RETREAT CENTER GOLDEN LIGHT HEALING RETREAT CENTER

LOVETUNER

Colleen Hickmann 414-349-7281 Media4Innocence@gmail.com Media4Innocence.com The LOVETUNER, a breathing and meditation device, is a revolutionary approach to reduce stress, relieve anxiety, and arrive in the present moment, connecting your exhale with the power of the 528hz Love frequency. For more information, call Colleen at 414-349-7281.

TAI CHI AND QIGONG NEIJIA ARTS

GreenSquare Center 6789 N Green Bay Ave, Glendale 414-839-4315 • Neijia-arts.com Calm and focus your mind. Increase your strength, flexibility, coordination, energy, overall health and longevity. Learn traditional Yang family Tai Chi Chuan and Qigong from a certified 6th generation instructor.

YOGA CAMP SERENITY

S76W18582 Kingston Dr, Muskego 262-903-8774 CampSerenityYoga@facebook.com CampSerenity.wordpress.com Retreat spa with weekly Iron Lotus yoga classes to restore, relax, rejuvenate. Offering indoor studio classes and outdoor lakeside classes. Book a fabulous yoga retreat or amazing brunch now. Text Sharon for reservations or holiday gift cards. See ad, page 9.

MKE YOGA SOCIAL

Amy Wilinski • 920-609-8277 GoldenLightHealing.net

SPIRITUALITY

Offering workshops, sessions, group & personal retreats in shamanism, mediumship, reiki, psychic development and more.

UNITY CHURCH

1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa • 414-475-0105 UnityCenterInMilwaukee.com A God-centered c o m m u n i t y, welcoming all to come and share the gifts of divine love, life, peace, joy and abundance. Join us Sundays, 10 am. See ad, page 21.

414-369-2259 MKEYogaSocial@gmail.com MKEYogaSocial.com Come for the yoga, stay for the community! MKE Yoga Social offers various yoga modalities in amazing venues throughout the city; from breweries to distilleries, parks and more, we’ve led yoga in over 65 spaces throughout our beautiful city! See ad, page 9.

VIBE YOGA, HEALTH & FITNESS

What can Reiki and Energy Healing do for you? ● Relax and Calm the Nervous System

180 Kossow Rd, Waukesha 262-788-9147 VIBEmke.com Info@VIBEmke.com

VIBE Yoga, Health & Fitness is a lifestyle studio that specializes in functional movement, health and wellness. We believe in an all-encompassing lifestyle approach that focuses on mental and emotional well-being as well as physical.

● Bring a Sense of Peace and Well Being to Body and Mind ● Help you Connect to your Own Innate Healing ● Identify Limiting Patterns and Beliefs that may Hold You Back ● Enjoy Deeper Sleep Allow the powerful energy of Reiki to soothe and relax your mind and body.

● Connect to Your Joy

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