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Contents 12 GETTING THE MOST OUT OF REGENERATIVE THERAPY

14 SACRED VESSELS The Lifeblood of Heart Health

18 VITAL STEPS

The Path to Vascular Fitness

20 HEALING JOINTS FROM WITHIN

The Promise of Regenerative Medicine

22 PAIN RELIEF FOR PETS

Prolotherapy Gives Joints New Life

25 LINDA CARROLL

on Skills That Make Love Last

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spotlight 18 fit body 20 healing ways 22 natural pet 25 wise words 26 calendar 29 resource guide

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February is known as the month of love. Despite the

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heart health? The feature this month, “Sacred Vessels: the Lifeblood of Heart Health,” covers the importance of the vascular system—the veins, arteries and capillaries that distribute blood to every cell in the body. Author Julie Peterson covers cardiovascular hidden risk factors as well as diet and lifestyle remedies that can help improve the function of one of the body’s hardest-working systems. Exercise is a crucial part of overall heart health, but joint pain can make it difficult to stay active. “Healing Joints from Within: The Promise of Regenerative Medicine,” looks at the modern breakthroughs of this area of medicine, including how various injections— such as dextrose, a patient’s own platelets or stem cells—can heal osteoarthritis. Our local Community Spotlight this month provides a further perspective on this subject, as Milwaukee-area physician Dr. Eliesha Evans of Regen Med Pain Relief Clinics discusses her regenerative medicine practice. Valentine’s Day promotes feelings of love and gratitude during the month of February, but keeping a positive, loving aura all year long can do wonders not just for ourselves, but also for those around us. Moods—good or bad—are contagious, and if we can help spread a little love and joy past February 14 through kind words or simple selfless acts, our communities and even our world really can become a better place. Wishing you vibrant health and a light heart, Gabriella Buchnik, Publisher

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Panel of Holistic Experts to Host Mental Health Summit

he Mental Health Summit Group, comprised of local professionals from a variety of fields, will host a six-hour Summit program on March 21 in the Alumni Center at Medical College of Wisconsin. It will also be streamed online. The schedule runs from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and includes lunch, with a networking hour from 5 to 6 p.m. The training offers strategies and techniques to aid people in overcoming the effects of stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Participants will receive valuable information and education. Also included is lifetime access to the recordings of in-person speakers and online information. The panel includes author, speaker and anxiety/stress relief coach Dr. Tony Piparo, of The Peak Solution; integrative wellness coach Kelly Kolodzinski, of Renew Holistic Wellness; hypnotherapist Heddy Keith, of HK Hypnosis; author, speaker and consultant Lucas J. Robak, of The Wellness Fair; physical and muscle activation therapist Emily Yenor, of 1212 Bodyworks; Dr. Barbara Moser, a family medicine physician, who will speak about mindfulness and self-compassion; and Misa Tsuyoshi, Simple Wellness Facilitator, will explain and share a simple moving meditation for stress/pain reduction. Early bird pricing available. Location: 8701 W. Watertown Plank Rd., Rm. 1060, Milwaukee. For more information, call 414-366-0469, email Tony@ThePeakSolution.com or visit MentalHealthSummitGroup.com. Exclusive Natural Awakenings discount for $75 off. Use Code NAMKE75. See ads for Yenor and Kolodzinski, pages 8 and 23.

Women’s Herbal Conference in Wisconsin

he ninth annual Midwest Women’s Herbal Conference, to be held from May 29 to 31 in Almond, Wisconsin, includes transformation and plant medicine. Women from all over the world will gather to rekindle the wild within or deepen their knowledge of plants. Featured speakers include Corenlia Cho, M.D., Robin Rose Bennett, herbalist and author, as well as special guest herbalist Margi Flint, along with other knowledgeable and inspiring instructors. Participants will enjoy plant walks and workshops on topics that include herbs for family health, wild edibles, fermentation, permaculture, movement, herbal wisdom and wise woman ways. The conference also plays host to a kids’ camp, as well as teen herbal camps, red tent space, fire circles, singing circles, delicious locally sourced farm to table meals and more. Cho is a practicing pediatrician, mushroom club president and leader of her local co-counseling community. Bennett has been a practicing herbalist for more than 25 years who brings a plant-centered perspective to her practice. Flint is the author of The Practicing Herbalist. She will present an immersion program, Reading the Body, focused on diagnostic tools for practitioners of the healing arts. Early bird rates are available until Mar. 15. For more information and registration, visit MidwestWomensHerbal.com. See ad, page 19.

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Nature Watercolor Course Offered at Schlitz Audubon Center

ature lovers and artists can explore the basics of watercolor painting and find inspiration in a five-week course offered by the Schlitz Audubon Center. The classes, held from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Saturdays in February, are aimed at the beginning painter and those who may want to try something new. It will introduce simple techniques while observing wildlife mounts. New students as well as those continuing from the fall session are welcome to register. Instructor Jose Acevedo uses art to explore the natural world and finds inspiration in the wildlife of the Midwest. His paintings use a combination of transparent watercolor paints and inks. Acevedo is also a self-taught wood carver, whose detailed, hand-painted carvings of native birds, fish and other wildlife are featured at local businesses, including Schlitz Audubon and Boerner Botanical Gardens. Cost: $75 for Schlitz Audubon Center members, $95 for nonmembers; fee does not include materials. A supply list will be sent to all participants after registration. Location: 1111 E. Brown Deer Rd., Milwaukee. For more information or to register, visit Schlitz Audubon.org/event/nature-watercolor-2.

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Ancient Mysteries and Their Relevance Today

he Milwaukee Area Association for Research and Enlightenment, Inc., and the Edgar Cayce Holistic Center Chicago (A.R.E.) will present a program, Ancient Mysteries with John Van Auken, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., March 14, at the Wingspread Retreat & Conference Center. He will help open to the whole soul and its treasures in this incarnaJohn Van Auken tion. In ancient times, a “memory chip” was implanted deep in our minds to access later, when we were ready to know our true selves. This program is designed to access that memory chip and continue to access it as we grow. Van Auken has studied and practiced the Edgar Cayce material for more than 40 years. He has written more than 30 books, appeared on radio and TV shows and is currently the director of the Edgar Cayce Foundation and a popular leader of tours to ancient and sacred sites around world. Location: 33 E. 4 Mile Rd., Racine, WI. Register at WisconsinARE Affiliates.regfox.com/ancient-mysteries-with-john-van-auken. For more information, call 847-299-6535. See ad, page 21.

Urban Candlelight Hike at Three Bridges Park

or the fourth year in a row, hardy northerners will cure their cabin fever at the free Urban Candlelight Hike in Three Bridges Park, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., February 22. Bundle up for a winter adventure complete with two miles of candlelit trails on the Hank Aaron State Trail. The hike also includes roaring campfires, hot cocoa, and beers and root beer from Third Space Brewing. From 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Wheel & Sprocket will host fat tire bike demos, allowing attendees to test ride a fat tire bike. There will be a tea tasting with Rishi Tea at Velobahn Coffee Shop, REI snowshoe demos and a Winter Camp Lounge Selfie Station. Extras for Fun Pass holders include hot chocolate and pastries at the Urban Ecology Center (while supplies last); marshmallow roasting and s’mores at the FOHAST Fireside Plaza; and entry in door prize raffles which include a $100 gift card from Wheel & Sprocket, a gift basket from Rishi Tea, gear from REI and more. The event is hosted by Friends of the Hank Aaron State Trail and the Urban Ecology Center, and sponsored by Komat’su, Menomonee Valley Partners and Newaukee. Fun Pass cost: $12/individual or $24/family, with discounted rates available until Feb. 19 ($10/$20). Location: 610 S. 35th St., Milwaukee. For more information, visit Donorbox.org/urbancandlelight-hike-in-three-bridges-park.

The School of Sound and Healing Now Enrolling for Accelerated Learning Program

he School of Sound and Healing is offering a fast-track program this year that will allow students to earn a certificate as a sound practitioner. The four-month accelerated learning program is taught over the following weekends: February 7 to 9; March 6 to 8; April 3 to 5 and May 1 to 3. Classes each weekend run Friday from 6 to 8 p.m.; Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday schedules include a 30-minute lunch break. Students in the program will explore ancient and powerful sound healing techniques that were used by indigenous cultures throughout time. Lessons will include the latest research and science available in the study of healing through sound frequencies which encourage healing from within. Each of the 14 instructors involved in the School of Sound and Healing program brings their individual area of

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Getting the Most Out of Regenerative Medicine

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r. Eliesha Evans, a board-certified functional medicine physician and owner of Regen Med Pain Relief Clinics – New Berlin, specializes in regenerative medicine. However, Evans emphasizes that regenerative injectables are not a stand-alone therapy, but instead part of a broader approach that involves addressing complicated medical issues and dysfunctional movement patterns. Natural Awakenings recently spoke with Evans to learn how to get the most from these evidence-based, cutting-edge, new regenerative treatments.

What inspired you to change the focus of your chiropractic practice toward regenerative medicine? It started when I attended a board certification program in functional medicine at Cleveland Clinic. It became obvious to me that we had many more options to restore and regenerate people’s health than ever before. When I graduated from that program, I started to implement an integrated regenerative medicine practice by hiring a medical doctor and a nurse practitioner, and by acquiring the support services needed to mirror the integrated functional medicine program at Cleveland Clinic. Basically, what patients need to know is that the treatment programs for people

to stop the degenerative process in their joints is finally here. The most important thing to know for patients seeking regenerative medicine injections is that a successful intervention rarely starts with the injections. Too many clinics start and stop with the injections, completely bypassing the functional problem which created the issue in the first place. Many times, the reason joints are degenerating is because the forces going through them are abnormal. These abnormal movement patterns often are a result of injuries over time which have festered, resulting in muscle weaknesses, and/or limb length discrepancies resulting from surgical interventions. These structural issues must be treated before implementing regenerative injectables—otherwise you’re just wasting time and money. At Regen Med Pain Relief Clinics, we have cuttingedge, evidenced-based therapies to help restore normal joint function. A joint system that’s firing correctly allows the regenerative injectable a fighting chance of success.

What are some steps you take at Regen Med Pain Relief Clinics prior to or in conjunction with regenerative therapy? First, we all take a “whole person” approach to treating our patients. Our doctors give our patients the opportunity to tell them all

Dr. Eliesha Evans about their health history which serves as a guide for the examination process. Our examinations include, but are not limited to, posture evaluation, an orthopedic exam of spine and extremities, a functional neurologic exam and a video gait evaluation. We investigate any medications that may also be causing pain. We also look to see if there’s a “piling on phenomenon” —such as a bad hip causing a limp and, therefore, referring pain into the knee. Sometimes there are a multitude of issues that must be resolved. Our doctors look at the entire kinetic chain to make sure we’re restoring function to the whole mechanism. Once the doctors have identified any and all problems which need to be resolved, a treatment plan is formulated to include any number of regenerative treatments in the clinic. The most unique of our therapies are the Robotic Multi-Lock Class 4 Lasers we have been acquiring since 2010. The robotic component is extremely important, because when you’re delivering class 4 laser therapy, you have to make sure that you’re delivering the laser light at the correct rate for maximum effectiveness. This is an integral part of regenerating the tissue because it brings oxygen to the cells so that the cells can heal.

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I also have three, unique, side-lateral decompression Back on Trac machines, which is one of the newest types of decompression for the lower back. It helps to release pinched nerves and reduce scoliosis. We also have Knee on Trac, which is a very unique traction therapy to open up the knee joint. We have an electrical therapy machine called Hako-Med, which is a Germanengineered machine that helps to heal nerves. It’s good for patients with neuropathy. By correcting gait abnormalities, using Hako-Med, the Back on Trac, class 4 lasers and regenerative injectables, many people suffering for years with neuropathy are returning to normal living. This is the most exciting time to be a doctor because we have so many more options for our patients to really, truly turn the trajectory of their health around, feel better and to thrive again.

Are most people good candidates for regenerative medicine? Absolutely, because there are no side effects. Now, that doesn’t mean we recommend it for everyone. The mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) are used to regenerate cartilage, the ACGF is used to regenerate nerves and PRP accelerates healing of other injured soft tissues. If they need that, yes, most people are excellent candidates for these regenerative injectables.

Do you hear any misconceptions about regenerative medicine? People still think injectables take tissue from aborted fetuses, and that’s absolutely not the case. The tissue comes from Wharton’s jelly, produced during a healthy live birth via C-section. Research has found that Wharton’s jelly is amazing because it is pluripotent, meaning that it can become whatever you inject it next to. It can morph into cartilage tissue if you inject it into a knee. Also, a tissue transplant is much more effective than taking stem cells from the person who is already sick. Their immune system is obviously not doing a great job of healing their injury or degenerated joint. Additionally, by extracting the MSCs from the hip or the fat of the patient, the physician has just created an injury site that the immune system will have to heal, thereby distracting the body from the injection site. It can be less expensive, but it is more invasive, thereby making it also less effective. The patient needs to be able to make an informed decision about the differences in these procedures. People also ask why this type of regenerative medicine is U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved. The FDA approves drugs and approves medical devices. Right now, the FDA’s position on regenerative medicine is that it’s regulating it by overseeing what’s going on at the tissue transplant labs with random visits to confirm that the labs are adhering to all procedural and safety guidelines required by the FDA. Regen Med Pain Relief Clinics is located at 15720 W. National Ave., New Berlin. For more information, call 262-785-5515 or visit RegenMedPainRelief.com. See ads, pages 2 and 5.

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hen people think about heart health, what generally comes to mind is the fist-sized muscle that pumps and oxygenates the body’s lifeblood. However, the heart of the matter is not the pump itself, but the vascular system— the network of veins, arteries and capillaries that distributes blood to every cell in the body, delivering nutrients and eliminating waste. Each human adult harbors an astonishing 60,000 miles of blood vessels— enough to wrap around the planet twice. Keeping these hard-working vessels supple and open is the key not only to avoiding disease, but also to ensuring a long and healthy life. The alternative—arteriosclerosis, or hardening of the arteries—can slowly and silently bring on cardiovascular disease (CVD), which can result in a heart attack, stroke, vision loss and cognitive decline. CVD is the leading cause of death in the U.S., killing one in four Americans,

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according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). By 2035, nearly half the population—45 percent—is predicted to have some form of the disease. “A hundred years ago, we were farming the back 40 with a team of horses, eating what we grew. Kids don’t get out and ride bikes; they’re playing video games and eating crap. There’s very little doubt how we got to this problem,” says John Osborne, M.D., director of cardiology at State of the Heart Cardiology, near Dallas. Yet, the nation’s number one killer, which can fester for decades without symptoms, is largely preventable and reversible. Only 15 percent of CVD is related to genetics; the rest is attributed to lifestyle, and the right choices can make all the difference. The key is to adopt heart-healthy habits before the body delivers a potentially fatal warning. “The initial presentation of heart disease can be an acute catastrophic event that results in death in half the men and two-thirds of the women. That’s not treatable,” warns Osborne.

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Any of these factors can increase the risk of CVD, but possessing a cluster of the first five comprises a condition called metabolic syndrome, which significantly increases the potential for heart disease and Type 2 diabetes—itself a significant risk factor that can damage blood vessels, as well as the organs they support. “While diabetes is the seventh-leading cause of death in the United States, this figure belies the fact that most people with diabetes die of heart disease, kidney failure and other complications,” says Brenda Davis, RD, of Alberta, Canada, author of Kick Diabetes Essentials: The Diet and Lifestyle Guide. Metabolic syndrome, like CVD, has few obvious symptoms and is on the rise: Nearly one-third of adults in the U.S. have it, according to the CDC. The one distinct marker for the condition is an accumulation of fat around the waistline, characterized by a measurement of over 35 inches for women and 40 for men.

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“When a disease is lifestyle-induced, the only thing that can reverse it is a dramatic change in diet and lifestyle,” says Davis. “We’ve seen over and over again that it works.”

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CVD flies under the radar even though it’s increasingly common at younger ages. The Journal of the American Medical Association released a study in December 2019 stating that about one in four young adults in the U.S. have pre-diabetes, putting them at increased risk for Type 2 diabetes and CVD. Lisa McDowell, director of clinical nutrition and wellness at St. Joseph’s Mercy Health System, in Ann Arbor, Michigan, and team dietitian for the Detroit Red Wings, works with elite athletes of all ages and notes that they more likely know their favorite player’s jersey number than their own health numbers. “Learn what your blood pressure is, know your body mass index, get your cholesterol levels and triglycerides and your [hemoglobin] A1C.

There’s not an excess of blueberries in the American diet; there’s an excess of relatively inexpensive, highly processed junk foods in large containers. ~Lisa McDowell Know these numbers early on and, if there’s a problem, fix it,” she advises. While simple blood tests help monitor indicators for CVD, more sophisticated tests can be even more revealing. In 2018, the American College of Cardiology and the American Heart Association (AHA) jointly issued new guidelines for patients over age 50 to get a computerized tomography (CT) scan to determine their calcium score. The procedure checks for hardening of the arteries and predicts the risk of a 10year future cardiovascular event. “This identifies people who have preclinical atherosclerosis, regardless of risk factors,” says Osborne. “It also helps people modify behaviors, because they are faced with a diagnosis.” Yale R. Smith, a Melbourne, Florida, M.D., who specializes in metabolic and functional medicine, utilizes the U.S. Food & Drug Administration-approved protein unstable lesion signature (PULS) blood test. Recommended for patients in their 40s, it measures inflammatory biomarkers for the body’s immune system response to arterial injury and provides a chronological heart age and risk of a CVD event. “If you can show someone the future, it’s a wake-up call to make lifestyle changes to increase longevity,” Smith says.

n Eat for Heart Health

Perhaps the single most important change that people can make is diet. “But a lot of people don’t want lifestyle medicine—they’d rather take a statin with their Big Mac,” says McDowell. Preventing or reversing CVD requires diligence, but it’s largely about eating real, whole food—and mostly plants.

This means avoiding processed foods and consuming less salt, trans fats, saturated fat and cholesterol; and more fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts and seeds. “There’s not an excess of blueberries in the American diet; there’s an excess of relatively inexpensive, highly processed junk foods in large containers,” says McDowell. Overcoming the urge to grab fast and easy foods requires education. “Everyone needs to learn how to read a food label and avoid foods linked to vascular disease,” she adds. Vegans have healthier cholesterol levels in their blood compared to vegetarians, which in turn have better levels than meateaters. Study-verified diets that lower CVD indicators also include the Mediterranean diet, as well as two developed by the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute: the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diet and the Therapeutic Lifestyle Changes (TLC) diet, which also addresses exercise and weight control. “I don’t believe that one diet fits everybody, but there’s a preponderance of evidence that the more plant compounds you get, the better off you are,” says McDowell.

Some cardiovascular boosters:

Leafy greens flush out excess sodium and magnesium, and reduce inflammation. Berries improve circulation by boosting nitric oxide, which expands blood vessels. Pomegranate juice lowers blood pressure and reduces plaque formation. Walnuts, peanuts and almonds lower LDL, the “bad cholesterol”. Oily fish, chia and flax seeds with omega-3 fatty acids lower triglycerides. Soy with anti-inflammatory isoflavones helps dilate blood vessels. “We could eat tofu, tempeh, miso, edamame, soy beans or even organic soy ‘veggie meats’ in place of red meat,” says Davis. Yogurt, kefir and other fermented probiotic dairy products help improve glycemic control, blood lipids, cholesterol and blood pressure. Supplements can be very helpful: Red yeast rice extract, much like a statin, significantly lowers total cholesterol and LDL. February 2020

n Move It

Sitting all day and then briefly exercising doesn’t provide the same benefit as moving periodically throughout the day. Take more frequent breaks from sitting, get up to move around for a couple of minutes every 30 minutes. Exercise strengthens the endothelium, the innermost of an artery’s three layers, and produces nitric oxide, which helps

keep arteries open and healthy. Getting the blood moving lowers cholesterol and blood pressure, and increases oxygen and nutrients to the body. Exercising outdoors provides additional benefits. Research from the Barcelona Institute for Global Health found that exposure to green spaces helped prevent metabolic syndrome.

n Stress Less, Socialize More

Spending even 20 minutes outdoors in nature can do wonders for high blood pressure and cortisol levels, studies show. Walking or talking with a friend deepens social engagement, a key factor in lowering CVD risk: “Having the right tribe is crucial,” says McDowell. “If you’re with people who support you and make you laugh, you feel less stress.” Walking a dog outdoors gets three cardiovascular pluses—exercise, nature and

sociability, as dogs tend to be tail-wagging ice-breakers. Further, merely stroking a pet lowers blood pressure. Apps like Headspace and Insight Timer make it easy to do meditation, which studies suggest may reduce overall CVD risk.

n Don’t Smoke

Not starting to smoke or vape at all is ideal for cardiovascular health, but quitting allows the body to begin to heal, reducing the risk of coronary heart disease after one year by 50 percent, reports the AHA; 14 years later, the risk is the same as a non-smoker’s. “It’s not intuitively easy to make healthy decisions,” says McDowell. “We have to learn how to make good choices.” Julie Peterson writes from rural Wisconsin. Connect at JuliePeterson2222@gmail.com.

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Coenzyme Q10, a powerful antioxidant, lowers blood pressure and combats the side effects of statins. Omega-3s in fish oil supplements reduce heart risk in healthy people and those already diagnosed with CVD risk. Nicotinamide riboside improves blood pressure and arterial health in those with mild hypertension. Garlic, fresh or in capsules, can lower cholesterol and blood pressure.

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Previous studies have linked processed foods to hypertension and high cholesterol, and a 2019 British Medical Journal study of 105,000 adults reported that a 10 percent increase in the consumption of processed foods corresponded to a 12 percent overall increase in cardiovascular disease.

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High blood pressure occurs when the force of blood pushing against the vessel walls is too high, making the heart and vessels work harder. The friction damages the endothelium— the inner lining of veins and arteries—plaque builds up, the vessels narrow and blood pressure increases even more. Contributing factors include being sedentary, overweight and consuming excessive alcohol or salt.

High Cholesterol

A waxy, fat-like substance found in all cells of the body, cholesterol can pile up (mostly as a consequence of poor diet) and stick to arterial walls, creating plaque that stymies blood flow to the heart.

High Triglycerides

The end product of digesting fats in food, triglycerides become fat in the blood that gives the body energy. Numbers climb with consumption of refined carbohydrates, simple sugars and fatty foods, contributing to arteriosclerosis.

Metabolic Syndrome

A cluster of conditions that affect up to a third of Americans, metabolic syndrome

is defined by high blood pressure; high levels of blood sugar, cholesterol and triglycerides; and excess fat around the waist. It’s closely linked to Type 2 diabetes, another CVD risk factor.

Obesity

Obesity—which afflicts almost 40 percent of American adults—causes chronic inflammation, harms the endothelium and causes poor cholesterol numbers. A 12year study of 17,640 Europeans, published in the European Heart Journal, found that obese people with metabolic risk factors were two-and-a-half times as likely to have heart disease as those of normal weight.

Stress

When stressed by such factors as work overload, family strife or traumatic memories, the body releases adrenaline, which causes acceleration of breathing and heart rate, contraction of vessels and a rise in blood sugar. Chronic stress can cause constricted arteries that lead to arteriosclerosis and inflammation of the endothelium. Further, stressed people often turn to vascular-destructive activities such as smoking, drinking and binge eating.

Chronic inflammation, caused by such factors as fried and processed foods, smoking, obesity, alcohol and stress, can trigger the immune system to attack healthy tissues, including the endothelium, raising CVD risk. C-reactive protein (CRP), an inflammation marker, is measured by the hsCRP blood test. Men with higher CRP levels had three times the risk of heart attack and twice the risk of stroke, Harvard scientists have found.

Physical Inactivity

A lack of regular, ongoing physical activity has been shown to dramatically increase obesity, blood pressure, cholesterol and inflammation. A 2019 British study found that artery functions declined and CVD risk factors worsened in just two weeks when active exercisers reduced their daily steps from 10,000 to 1,000.

Smoking and Vaping

Nicotine, carbon monoxide and chemicals in cigarettes increase blood pressure and heart rate, damage the endothelium and cause blood platelets to clot more, which is why smokers are two to four times more likely to get cardiovascular disease. E-cigarettes and cigars may be worse due to higher doses of nicotine, the AHA warns.

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t is well-known that exercise combats cardiovascular disease by balancing blood pressure and managing blood sugar, but aerobic exercise, not resistance training, takes the prize for keeping the body’s thousands of miles of blood vessels more supple. A 2017 study published in the journal Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise shows that all-extremity exercise like brisk walking improves arterial flexibility in older individuals; even those with a sedentary history.

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Moving the body regularly also lowers stress hormones like cortisol that can ignite damaging vascular inflammation. A West Virginia University study presented at the 2016 Experimental Biology meeting in San Diego showed that aerobic exercise fosters healthy blood vessels in rats exposed to chronic stress. Combining aerobic exercise with good diet and paying attention to triglyceride levels all help to keep us young from the inside-out.

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Missouri School of Medicine published in Experimental Physiology, walking just 10 minutes after prolonged sitting can restore blood flow in the legs and improve impaired vascular function. Results like these are another reason to get up and move. Walking, running, swimming, cycling, jumping rope and playing tennis are all excellent options. “For blood vessel flexibility, any sort of sustained aerobic exercise helps. Find something you enjoy so that you’ll keep doing it in the long term,” says Alex Hutchinson, New York Times bestselling author of Which Comes First, Cardio or Weights? Fitness Myths, Training Truths, and Other Surprising Discoveries from the Science of Exercise. The Toronto-based, Outside magazine science columnist underscores that treadmills and walking outside foster equal benefits by increasing the heart rate. The American Heart Association recommends 150 minutes per week of moderate aerobic exercise. Dr. Regina Druz, a boardcertified cardiologist and medical director of the Integrative Cardiology Center of Long Island, explains, “This translates into 30 minutes a day, five times a week. A specific exercise program may be helpful for those with a medical condition,

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but for overall vascular health, any physical activity like walking or taking the stairs will do.” Druz also highlights the role of nitric oxide: “One of the most studied mediators of vascular health is [nitric oxide], which makes arteries flexible.” Research findings published in 2018 in the journal Hypertension spotlight the correlation between the number of daily steps and arterial plasticity through a technique called pulse wave velocity, which measures how fast blood travels from the heart to the feet. The evidence suggests that 1,000 extra steps a day foster significant vascular improvement. Judy Heller, a walking coach and founder of Wonders of Walking, a fitness program in Portland, Oregon, concurs: “Moving throughout the day, not just once a day, is most important.” Heller is a firm believer in consistency. “My aunt lived to 107 and remained in her three-story house. Her words to me were, ‘Judy, don’t ever stop walking.’ Small changes yield greater rewards over time. We’re meant to move.”

Superfoods and Supplements

Nitric oxide, responsible for the dilation and contraction of blood vessels, is produced by exercising and helps to protect the smooth interior lining of the arteries from excessive plaque accumulation. Adding nitric oxide-boosting foods to an already healthy diet

can give us an extra edge over vascular conditions like stroke and peripheral artery disease. “Beets, arugula, spinach and rhubarb are all good sources of dietary nitrate. They’re not miracle supplements, but if you make these foods a regular part of your diet, you’ll have a positive effect on your arteries,” says Hutchinson. Research by Florida State University published in the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics reveals that a one-cup daily serving of blueberries helps to protect the arteries from stiffness. Watermelon, rich in the nonessential amino acid L-citrulline, also packs a nitric oxide punch. Full-spectrum vitamin E is another good option, especially for addressing peripheral artery disease and reducing serum triglyceride levels that are often seen as secondary to “bad” cholesterol levels, but which low levels are vital to cardiovascular health. Druz cautions against using supplements as substitutes for healthy nutrition and exercise, and underscores the importance of dialing down stress, “I advise my patients to build stress resiliency, which involves recognizing and practicing stress response. This, along with nutrition and consistent exercise, will lower inflammation and help build stress resiliency.” Marlaina Donato is an author and composer. Connect at Autumn EmbersMusic.com.

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studies of dextrose prolotherapy in adults with mild to moderate osteoarthritis of the knee showed patients experienced significantly less pain and improved range of motion in both the short term and long term without adverse effects. Eighty-two percent of patients were satisfied with the treatment.

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omeday, medical science will allow us to infuse damaged or aging organs with new cells, or to manufacture made-to-order organs on a 3-D printer. These emerging techniques to revitalize worn-out body parts are on the drawing board in the field of regenerative medicine. However, for the injured college athlete or the grandmother with compromised joint function, healing and pain relief can already be found in the form of prolotherapy and

other non-invasive approaches that stimulate the body to heal itself. Injection therapies using dextrose or the patient’s own platelets or stem cells are being used to naturally stimulate the body to produce collagen and rejuvenated tissue, offering hope to those with soft tissue injuries, osteoarthritis, degenerative disc disease and even pain syndromes like fibromyalgia. A recent review in the British Medical Bulletin of 10 high-quality

A type of regenerative medicine innovated by osteopathic physician Earl Gedney in the 1930s, prolotherapy induces low-grade, temporary inflammation with the intention of triggering connective tissue cells called fibroblasts in and around the injection site. “If you cut your arm or twist your ankle, various immune cells rush to the area to begin the repair process. This is a very basic comparison of what prolotherapy does with injections directed to specific anatomical points,” says Ross A. Hauser, M.D., founder of Caring Medical Regenerative Medicine Clinics, in Fort Myers, Florida, and Chicago. “Prolotherapy is used to treat osteoarthritis because it helps correct the underlying reason why it has occurred, which is joint instability. The body overgrows bone as a long-term response in an effort to stabilize an unstable joint,” Hauser says. Naturopathic physician Brent Cameron, of Aurora Natural Medicine, in Gilbert, Arizona, suggests individualized treatment plans for best results. “My recommendations are very patient-specific, which is an important piece in prolotherapy.” Cameron says his patients are likely to start seeing relief in the first week. “In many instances,

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they experience complete relief and mobility after a series of treatments.” While Cameron attests to the efficacy of dextrose prolotherapy, he is cautious with recommending it for people with systemic inflammatory conditions. “Someone with a history of joint-related autoimmune response tends to mount stronger inflammatory responses. Other forms of regenerative medicine can be helpful for rheumatoid arthritis [RA], but not in the inflammation-mediated way, like prolotherapy and platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections.” One option, according to the Institute of Regenerative Medicine, in Boca Raton, Florida, might be very small embryonic-like stem cells (VSELS), an emerging form of regenerative stem cell therapy. These have shown promise in dealing with RA and other autoimmune diseases. Meanwhile, the Mayo Clinic Center for Regenerative Medicine is ramping up its research into approaches that stimulate the body to repair itself, with numerous ongoing clinical trials utilizing different injection therapies for the treatment of osteoarthritis.

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PRP injections are similar to prolotherapy, using platelets from the patient’s body instead of dextrose. “As blood flows through an injury site, the inflammatory chemicals trigger the platelets to release growth factors, which causes the torn fibers of the damaged structures to heal,” says Fort Worth osteopath Gerald Harris, of Texas Prolotherapy and Neural Therapy. PRP is sometimes used in conjunction with stem cell therapy, which is typically applied in cases in which something needs to be replaced, to help fill in gaps in ligaments or tendons, Harris says. PRP injections have proven to be effective in easing chronic low back pain from damaged vertebral discs. An overview of research published in the Journal of Spine Surgery in 2018 found it to be safe, effective and feasible, with promising potential for the treatment of musculoskeletal disorders. Harris says that people that wish to avoid surgery or cortisone injections can benefit from PRP, which can also be applied topically to treat non-healing wounds like bedsores and diabetic ulcers. Harris subscribes to the power of persistence. “Don’t give up. With proper treatment there is a strong likelihood that you can live a happy, healthy life free from chronic pain.” Marlaina Donato is the author of several books and a composer. Connect at AutumnEmbersMusic.com.

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rian Engler, of Drexel Hill, Pennsylvania, was asked to provide hospice care for a senior Akita. Tadao was underweight, weak, arthritic and had been severely neglected. He needed a place to live out his remaining days in comfort. Even though Tadao was unstable with severely limited mobility, Engler believed that the old dog had more than a little life left in him. Engler’s veterinarian tried prolotherapy injection treatments for Tadao’s joint pain and he soon became more

directly into the affected area. The body’s inflammation response kicks in, resulting in regrowth of new fibers in ligaments and tendons. Prolotherapy has been around a long time. It was used to treat lame animals around 1350 B.C. Back then, a hot poker was used to induce the inflammation response. In the 1930s, injection of an irritant solution at the site of the injury became the new method, and has since been shown in scientific studies to facilitate the repair and regrowth of connective tissue, ligaments, tendons, cartilage and other joint-stabilizing structures. Modern prolotherapy has remained basically the same for the last 80 years, although the injected irritant solution is modified according to the veterinarian, the type of animal and the injury. Every vet uses a slightly different prolotherapy “cocktail”, which typically includes 50 percent dextrose and possibly several other ingredients the practitioner finds useful, such as saline, vitamin B12, lidocaine and homeopathic combinations. Some vets also offer platelet-rich plasma or stem cells in the injection mixture. “Prolotherapy offers an effective alternative to surgery in a significant number of partial ligament tears or persistent joint pain issues,” says Judith M. Shoemaker, DVM, owner of Always Helpful Veterinary Services, in Nottingham, Pennsylvania. “It’s quite inexpensive and the success rate is very good. Many animals respond after just a few treatments.”

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Shoemaker typically does prolotherapy treatments in three- to five-week intervals until the joint heals. She also looks to correct the underlying issues of the problem. “Joints don’t get torn up with normal movement,” she says. Animals may have joint issues from falling, but other causes include overweight, long toenails or chiropractic issues. Prolotherapy stabilizes joints after an injury and achieves pain-free motion, but it’s only successful if the cause of the injury is remedied. “Prolotherapy is a very important tool in integrative veterinary care, but it’s not a panacea, and it’s never a stand-alone treatment,” says Christin Finn, DVM, owner of the Canine Rehabilitation & Integrative Veterinary Center, in Kingston, Washington. “It’s part of a combination of integrative treatments based on what is best for your pet.” The right balance of treatments to help an animal feel comfortable could include laser therapy, osteopathic manipulation, acupuncture, physical therapy, custom braces, prolotherapy or rest. Using prolotherapy in conjunction with other posture-correcting and integrative therapies is a win for pets and their owners. Surgery is fraught with complications and expensive. When prolotherapy is used as part of a comprehensive treatment plan, animals can recover from injuries that may have been debilitating or even fatal. Ivey Sumrell’s Irish sport horse recovered from a severe injury. At 8 years old, Johnny was bitten on the neck by a stallion. “His neck became unstable and he had severe problems walking,” says Sumrell, of Tryon, North Carolina. “Ultrasoundguided prolotherapy was done three times to all of his neck joints.” Johnny was able to be ridden and lived to be 22. And Tadao, the dog that was expected to die in hospice care a year ago, is enjoying life. He’s now well-nourished and loved, and painlessly goes for walks and plays at the park. “Tadao is the poster child for what prolotherapy can do,” says Engler. Julie Peterson writes about health and environmental issues. Reach her at JuliePeterson2222@gmail.com.

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sychotherapist Linda Carroll was drawn into the dynamics of couples’ counseling three decades ago when she saw how in her own marriage, petty disagreements could turn into full-blown arguments with the potential for deep wounds. She and her husband Tim worked on their issues by attending workshops across the country, including Imago therapy and PAIRS (Practical Application of Intimate Relationship Skills), which were so effective that she developed a curriculum called Love Skills by combining those tools, her experience as a married person and counselor, personal training from consciousness pioneers and resources from ancient mythology and spiritual/religious traditions. She has co-taught the course with her husband for more than 25 years. Her first book, Love Cycles: The Five Essential Stages of Everlasting Love, has been translated into several languages and details stages in romantic relationships. Her new book, Love Skills: The Key to Unlocking Lasting, Wholehearted Love, is a guide to developing a relationship toolkit.

What is the Love Cycles model?

It is based on the fact that feelings of love are seasonal. Like the seasons of the year, they are a natural progression of a relationship. If you understand the seasons, you

can pass through them. All relationships are teachers. If we allow them to teach us, we become free to love deeper and better.

What is the most difficult Love Cycles stage, and why?

Each stage has its own unique challenges. For example, the first stage, the Merge, has a magic to it due to the chemical cocktail that floods your body when in the presence of your significant other. But this stage can be treacherous in that you can mistake your feelings for evidence that this is the “right” person for you. In the Power Struggle stage, feelings will have worn off and power struggles will start to show up. The third stage is Disillusionment. Differences between both of you really start to show up at this time. The fourth stage is the Decision stage. At this point, many couples find themselves wanting out. The key to making it through this stage is to remember that this, too, shall pass and to commit to working it out. It’s important to realize that life is not about getting an A+ at all times. Sometimes, we need to accept that a C- is okay; and if you do need to leave a relationship, it is possible to do it in a wholehearted way at best—at the least, to minimize damage. The fifth stage I call Wholehearted Love, a stage reached only through mindfulness and unconditional love. Because love has changing seasons, a couple will not stop at

the fifth stage forever, but getting back to this state will become easier and easier as time goes on.

What was your impetus for writing Love Skills?

I have been teaching the program for 25 years and drew from my almost 40 years as a couples therapist, many trainings all over the country and own life experiences in my relationship with my husband to compile the program. Most couples lack the skills to manage the troubles of life. There is a skill to every aspect of a relationship, especially in communication: listening, speaking, knowing when to speak and when to be silent.

Who is most likely to benefit?

The relationship you have with yourself is a core part of the Love Cycles model. If you do not have a good relationship with yourself, you cannot have a solid and meaningful relationship with another person. This is a couples’ book, although it can also be gone through by a single person if the partner is not interested in it. What I tell people is that you can only work on your part. If the other person doesn’t want to buy in or isn’t wholeheartedly on board—or at least partially willing—there is nothing that you can do about it. You need to be able to be okay and confident in yourself. You cannot change another person, but you can always change yourself.

What is one of the most important pieces of advice you have for couples?

I hope that couples come to realize that feelings of love are like clouds, always changing. A good relationship requires a skill set, which we practice whatever the feelings are. We are not born knowing how to love skillfully, but this skill set can be learned by anyone and will make you able to listen better and appreciate each other more. Kajsa Nickels is a freelance author who resides in northeastern Pennsylvania. Connect at FidelEterna45@gmail.com. February 2020

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Ancestral Healing: Breaking the Cycle – 10am3pm. Ancestral wounds, though not originally ours, can have an influence on how we think, feel, behave, and even impact the illnesses we are predisposed to. Use intention, self-reflection, and breath to ceremonially tie off the energy that fuels these ancestral wounds. $80. Angel Light Center for the Healing Arts, 13300 Watertown Plank Rd, Elm Grove. 262787-3001. AngelLightLLC.com.

Film Showing: Breakthrough – 12pm, following Fellowship. Film is based on the true story of a boy who drowned, was medically dead for 41 minutes and was brought back to life through the power of prayer. It speaks to the faith of his mother and leaves us all with an overwhelming sense of joy. Everyone welcome. Love offering. Unity Center in Milwaukee, 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa. 414-4750105. UnityCenterMilwaukee.com.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 2

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 12

Sound Bath Meditation: Root Chakra – 12:301:30pm. The root chakra is at the base of the chakra system and lays the foundation for expansion in your life. During this meditation, you will achieve deep relaxation and peace through the sound frequencies of crystal bowls, Tibetan bowls, tingshas, and bells. The sound frequencies of these instruments have a regenerative effect. Preregistration requested. $10/ cash donation. Angel Light Center for the Healing Arts, 13300 Watertown Plank Rd, Elm Grove. 262787-3001. AngelLightLLC.com.

How to Read People like a Book – 6:30-8:30pm. Instructor: Dr. Michael Hecker. Learn to spot the 5 personality types, their physical features, and their unique characteristics. Understanding different personality types helps you tune in to the energy of all the people you come into contact with. $40. Angel Light Center for the Healing Arts, 13300 Watertown Plank Rd, Elm Grove. 262-787-3001. AngelLightLLC.com.

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 4 Aromatherapy to Enhance Your Clairaudience – Feb 4, 18, 25. 6:15-7:45pm. Work with essential oils that help develop and enhance clear hearing abilities and learn how to incorporate them into our life Explore how to manifest psychic hearing using aromatherapy as a meditative practice and in ceremonial ritual. Angel Light Center for the Healing Arts, 13300 Watertown Plank Rd, Elm Grove. 262-787-3001. AngelLightLLC.com.

Celtic Tree Ogham: Class 1 of 6 – 10am-1pm. Learn about the ancient wisdom of the Celtics, guided by the Tree Ogham. These symbols and alphabet will connect you to the energy of each of the 30 special trees through visualization journeying, divination, meeting a spirit animal guide, meeting each tree, and making your own set of Ogham sticks, $50/per class, $30/onetime supply fee. Angel Light Center for the Healing Arts, 13300 Watertown Plank Rd, Elm Grove. 262-787-3001. AngelLightLLC.com.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 5

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 16

Clear Your Energy – Feb 5, 12. 6:30-8:30-pm. You are perfect and loved. But you may not always experience this. We all have blocks that cover this experience in our awareness. These blocks or issues all can come into healing and resolution. Join energy healer and author Barret Hedeen for a series of classes that will Clear Your Energy! $30/per class. Unity Center in Milwaukee, 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa. 414-475-0105. UnityCenterMilwaukee.com.

Visualization Journey and Spiritual Dance Circle – 10am-12pm. The moon has been with us through the many lives we have experienced here on earth. This workshop will focus on the moon to start a deeper, amazing connection to the unique places of spirit and natural wonder. $35. Angel Light Center for the Healing Arts, 13300 Watertown Plank Rd, Elm Grove. 262-787-3001. AngelLightLLC.com.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 6 Spirit Message Circle – 6:30-8:30pm. Each circle begins with a meditation, then the circle provides an opportunity to receive a message as well as give others messages from spirit. This is also an opportunity for anyone interested in increasing intuitive abilities. $25. Angel Light Center for the Healing Arts, 13300 Watertown Plank Rd, Elm Grove. 262787-3001. AngelLightLLC.com.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 8 Mediumship Training with Amy Wilinski – Feb 8-9. 9am-4pm. Learn to connect with the spirit world. This workshop will teach you a variety of techniques to connect with souls who have passed on. During this highly experiential class you will learn to make those connections with the spirit world, and how to give an evidential reading. $295/ commuter-lunch, $350/shared cabin room and meals, $395/private cabin room and meals. Golden Light Healing Retreat Center. For info: 920-6098277. GoldenLightHealing.net.

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SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 22 The Power of Love: Study Group Workshop – 10am-3pm. Veteran healer, Peig Myota, is facilitating a study group based on her book The Power of Love and Awakened Consciousness, a comprehensive guide to walking the path toward love and awakened consciousness as an expression of soul-infused living. The second Study Group workshop is being offered on Saturday, Apr 1. $150. Angel Light Center for the Healing Arts, 13300 Watertown Plank Rd, Elm Grove. 262-787-3001. AngelLightLLC.com.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 23 Spiritual Art: Birch Tree Chakra Painting – 10am-1pm. Create an acrylic painting on canvas of a birch tree forest. This forest, with a sky the colors of the chakras, holds a mysterious path beckoning you to enter. Add meaningful Ogham & Runes symbols carved into the trees to help guide you on your life’s journey. $40, $20/materials. Angel Light Center for the Healing Arts, 13300 Watertown Plank Rd, Elm Grove. 262-787-3001. AngelLightLLC.com.

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Beyond Mindfulness and Meditation: Free Spiritual Discussion – 6:30-7:30pm. Includes: The art of soul travel, explore your highest self and the spiritual exercises of ECK (Spirit). Sponsored by Eckankar of SE Wisconsin. Bay View Library, 2566 S Kinnickinnic Ave, Milwaukee. More info, Gary: 414-940-6766 or Eckankar-WI.org.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 26 Ash Wednesday Service – 6:30pm. This service commemorates the creation story from Genesis, and reminds us of who we are and where we came from. Everyone welcome. Unity Center in Milwaukee, 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa. 414-475-0105. UnityCenterMilwaukee.com.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 29 Reiki Level One Training – 9am-5pm. Give yourself the gift of reiki with this beginning class. $225. Training held in Mukwonago. RSVP Rhiana: 262-498-4162. BeReiki1@gmail.com. Dr. Michael’s Principles of Healing – 1-4pm. An informational experience for those receiving treatments as clients, or those that want to learn about treatment plans that go beyond hit or miss, or results that only last a few days. If you are an energy worker, massage therapist, chiropractor, acupuncturist, work in allopathic or complementary medicine, or are simply interested in improving your results, this is the workshop for you. $65/by Feb 15, $75/after. Angel Light Center for the Healing Arts, 13300 Watertown Plank Rd, Elm Grove. 262-787-3001. AngelLightLLC.com. Being Grounded and Neutral – 1:30-3pm. “Therapeutic neutral” comes from the medical and healing communities, and is usually applied when holding space for others. Additionally, by exploring the concept of “grounding,” it is possible to stay present and responsive rather than reactive and defensive. With Emily Klik. $10/suggested donation. Unity Center in Milwaukee, 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa. 414-475-0105. UnityCenterMilwaukee.com.

plan ahead savethedate SUNDAY, MARCH 1 Wellness Metaphysical Fair – 11am-4pm. Energy workers, healers, a large variety of readers and vendors. See website for more information. Free admission. New Berlin Ale House, South Hall, 16000 W Cleveland Ave, New Berlin. SpiritualEnlightenment.me.

savethedate SATURDAY, MARCH 14 Ancient Mysteries and Their Value to You Today – 9am-4pm. With John Van Auken, guest presenter from A.R.E. Virginia Beach. Presented by The Milwaukee Area Association for Research and Enlightenment, Inc and the Edgar Cayce Holistic Center Chicago (A.R.E.). 33 E 4 Mile Rd, Racine. For more info: 847-299-6535. Register: WisconsinAreAffiliates.regfox.com/ ancient-mysteries-with-john-van-auken.

Whispers on the Wind Shamanic Program w/ Amy Wilinski – Group #21: Mar 18-22, June 24-28, Aug 19-23, Oct 28-Nov 1. Intensive training program in shamanism, energy medicine and selftransformation. Meet four times over 12 months. Learn core energy healing techniques: power animal and soul retrieval, clearing of past life and ancestral imprints, connecting with the forces of nature. Golden Light Healing Retreat Center. Info: 920609-8277. GoldenLightHealing.net. The Mental Health Summit – Mar 21. 9am-5pm. Learn to overcome the devastating effects of stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and PTSD. Receive valuable information and training you can access at your convenience. Preregistration required. $297; includes lunch and lifetime online access to recording. Medical College of Wisconsin, 8701 W Watertown Plank Rd, The Alumni Center Rm 1060, Wauwatosa. 414-366-0469. MentalHealthSummitGroup.com. Holy Fire III - Master Teacher Training – March 28-29. 9am-5pm both days. As introduced through ICRT, this class will increase your capacity to heal yourself and others at a very powerful level. Prerequisite: Reiki Master Teacher or ART. $600. Training held in Mukwonago. RSVP Rhiana: 262-498-4162. BeReiki1@gmail.com.

APRIL Ancient Irish Celtic Shamanism – Apr 17-19. 9-6pm. Explore the Celtic shamanic traditions as Amantha Murphy from Ireland leads us through ceremony, teachings and healings in these ancient Irish ways. $599/commuter, $659/camping, $709/shared cabin room (triple occupancy), $79/single private cabin room. Held at Golden Light Healing Center. For info: 920-609-8277. GoldenLightHealing.net.

MAY Herbal Apprenticeship Workshop – May 16-17. Foundations certificate level botanical medicine course, combining the intuitive art and solid science of botanical medicine; lots of hand-on opportunities. With master herbalist, Gigi Stafne. $275/commuter, $305/camping, $330/shared cabin, $375/private cabin. Held at Golden Light Healing Retreat Center. For info: 920-609-8277. GoldenLightHealing.net.

savethedate FRI-SAT, MAY 29-31 Midwest Women’s Herbal Conference: Living on Purpose – May 29-31. Keynotes by Cornelia Cho, MD, and Robin Rose Bennett, herbalist and author. Includes workshops, plant walks and a kids’ camp, as well as teen herbal camps, red tent space, fire circles, singing circles, delicious locally sourced farm-to-table meals and more. Camp Helen Brachman, Almond, WI. For more info: MidwestWomensHerbal.com.

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sunday A.C.I.M. Study Group – A Course in Miracles study group, following Fellowship. Love offering. Conference Room, Unity Center in Milwaukee, 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa. 414-475-0105. Unity CenterMilwaukee.com. Fellowship of Alternative Beliefs Meeting – 3-6pm. 1st & 3rd Sun. Fireside Room, Unity Center in Milwaukee, 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa. Sandra Goronja, Outreach Specialist, 414 350-4291.

monday Life Journey Group – 7-9pm. 1st & 3rd Mon. Like-minded people who wish to grow spiritually come together to explore ideas and discuss topics of interest without fear of judgment. Free. Fireside Room, Unity Center in Milwaukee, 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa. 414-475-0105. UnityCenter Milwaukee.com.

tuesday Life Journey Group – 12-2pm. 1st & 3rd Tue. Like-minded people who wish to grow spiritually come together to explore ideas and discuss topics of interest without fear of judgment. Free. Fireside Room, Unity Center in Milwaukee, 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa. 414-475-0105. UnityCenter Milwaukee.com.

thursday Minister’s Book Study – 9:15-10:45am. This is an open discussion, currently reading Jeff Janssen’s 10 Life-Changing Lessons from Heaven. Books are available at $20. All are invited. Free. Unity Center in Milwaukee, 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa. 414475-0105. UnityCenterMilwaukee.com. Silent Unity Prayer and Healing Circle – 11am. This prayer time coincides with the prayer time at World Headquarters Silent Unity where prayer partners are praying 24/7/365. This is a powerful time to join in prayer. Unity Center in Milwaukee, 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa. 414-475-0105. UnityCenterMilwaukee.com.

saturday

Women’s Group – Last Tuesday. 6pm. This open group offers friendship, understanding and acceptance in a safe, confidential setting. Group leader is Sue Albert, 414-530-5595. Free. Unity Center in Milwaukee, 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa. 414-5305595. UnityCenterMilwaukee.com.

Citizens Climate Lobby – 11am-1pm. 2nd Sat. This is a non-partisan group dedicated to finding effective ways to preserving and protecting our planet from further climate change. Wedding Suite, Unity Center in Milwaukee, 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa. 414-475-0105. UnityCenterMilwaukee.com.

Tosa Lightworkers’ Meeting – 7-8:30pm. 2nd Tue. This group is to explore and share the many ways we express our light of divinity through different healing modalities, intuition, shamanism, drumming. Special guest presenter: Garrett Boyd of the Great Spirit Church. He will be speaking on Native American Spirituality. $5. Unity Center in Milwaukee, 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa. 414-4750105. UnityCenterMilwaukee.com.

Wisconsin Asberger’s Empowerment Group – 6:30-9pm. 1st & 3rd Sat. Group game nights. Unity Center in Milwaukee, 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa. UnityCenterMilwaukee.com.

wednesday Writing Wednesdays for Women to Write – 10:30am-12:30pm. 4th Wed. With Anne Wondra. $12.50. Fireside Room, Unity Center in Milwaukee, 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa. Anne: 262-544-4310. UnityCenterMilwaukee.com. Wisconsin Asberger’s Empowerment Group – 6:30-9pm. 2nd & 4th Wed. Unity Center in Milwaukee, 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa. UnityCenter Milwaukee.com.

Instrumental Sound Healing: Reset Your Frequency – 7-9pm. 1st Sat. Take a journey with soothing, healing sounds and vibrations for relaxation of the body and a renewal of spirit. $15/cash per person. Anyone in substance abuse recovery is admitted free, but must email Ron Uttke at Ruluju11@gmail. com in advance. A Space for Change Studio, 3073 S Chase Ave, #630, Building 28, Milwaukee. Ron Uttke: 414-793-5884. Facebook.com/ru.in.7712.

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ANIMAL COMMUNICATION/ HEALING ALL SPIRIT HEALING

Stacy Krafczyk • 414-460-4781 AllSpiritHealing.com Stacy Krafczyk specializes in Animal Communication, intuitive readings, after life communication, energy work and healing for both people and animals that helps promote physical and emotional well-being.

ANIMAL CONNECTING AND HEALING

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CRYSTALS ANGEL LIGHT CENTER FOR THE HEALING ARTS

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“…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.

FREE SPIRIT CRYSTALS

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 23.

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

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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 32.

LAWNCARE/LANDSCAPE SERVICES 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 13.

LACEWING

Diane Olson-Schmidt • 414-793-3652 LaceWingGdcs@att.net 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 7.

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February 2020

MENTAL HEALTH

LIFE COACH WONDERSPIRIT SOUL SISTERING Anne Wondra 262-544-4310 • WonderSpirit.com

Life should feel good; relationships and surroundings are support systems; so is a confidant to support our soul searching, growing. Spiritual and life conversations to feed and free, uplift and empower your life. See ad, page 10.

WILDSTONE WELLNESS

10040 N Port Washington Rd, Mequon WildStoneWellness.com 262-424-6624 Melissa Hale, licensed psychotherapist and life coach, offers a healing approach integrating traditional psychology with supportive holistic techniques. Accepting some insurance providers.

MASSAGE THERAPY MIND & BODY CONNECTION THERAPEUTIC & ORTHOPEDIC MASSAGE

12336 W Layton Ave, Ste 5, Greenfield Christine Maddox • 414-377-9593

MYOFASCIAL RELEASE 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.

Offering craniosacral therapy, neuromuscular re-education therapy, myofascial release, reiki, soft tissue mobilization, sports massage, therapeutic massage. See ad, page 13.

MEDICINE – FUNCTIONAL & INTEGRATIVE BROOKFIELD LONGEVITY AND HEALTHY LIVING CLINIC 17585 W North Ave, #160 262-784-5300 • LiveLongMD.com

Specializing in Anti-Aging Medicine. Board certified. Using a holistic approach to weight loss, hormone balancing, Alzheimer’s prevention, integrative cancer care and Mold (CIRS) care. See ad, page 22.

GREENSQUARE INTEGRATIVE HEALTH CARE CENTER 6789 N Green Bay Ave, Glendale 414-292-3900, Ext 4797 GreenSquareCenter.com

NUTRITION LANGLOIS’ VITAL NUTRITION CENTER 16655 W Wisconsin Ave, Brookfield 414-453-8289 store, 414-453-4070 office VitalNutritionCenter.com

Langlois’ Vital Nutrition Center is at the forefront in optimal nutrition. Optimal nutrition equals: Increased energy, more productivity, enhanced emotions, improved brain function and more. See ad, page 7.

PHYSICAL THERAPY 1212 BODYWORKS

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MEDICINE - NATUROPATHIC LAKESIDE NATURAL MEDICINE

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 20.

RETREAT CENTER GOLDEN LIGHT HEALING RETREAT CENTER

Amy Wilinski, • 920-609-8277 GoldenLightHealing.net Offering workshops, sessions, group & personal retreats in shamanism, mediumship, reiki, psychic development and more.

SCHOOLS/TRAINING ART OF HEALING SCHOOL OF ENERGY MEDICINE

13300 Watertown Plank Rd, Elm Grove 262-787-3001 • AngelLightLLC.com Wisconsin’s premier School for Energy Medicine Training offering individual classes, certificate and diploma programs. Built on the belief that knowledge, competency and professionalism must exist at the very foundation of Energy Work.

SPIRITUAL UNITY CHURCH

Rev Mari Gabriels on 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa • 414-475-0105 UnityChurchInMilwaukee.org 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 13.

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4727 S Howell Ave, Ste LL, Milwaukee 414-331-8626 RenewHolisticWellness.com Kelly Kolodzinski specializes in thermography, colon hydrotherapy, integrative nutrition, coaching and reiki. Renew Holistic Wellness provides a fresh approach to transforming your health and wellness. See ad, page 23.

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SACRED VESSELS

LINDA CARROLL

HEALING JOINTS

VITAL STEPS

PAIN RELIEF FOR PETS