Bend Health Guide FALL 2018

Editor's Note

This Summer, I had my own healing crisis. I realized there are no quick fixes with healing, it is a journey down a winding path. I participated in Gail Jett’s Energy Medicine Study. After doing Donna Eden’s exercises, my back pain was completely gone! Then suddenly a tooth flared up wanting healing. I went to a powerful Energy Clearing workshop taught by Jean Haner at the beautiful new 1440 Multiversity Campus in Santa Cruz. I learned my tooth had an old story and I listened. Then I went to Julie Carda who eased my tooth pain with her Laser Therapy, it helped me sleep better. This tooth had to be extracted, along with the old story. I found Dr. Kelley Mingus by asking our Facebook Bend Health Group for a referral, our group has great resources, anyone can join. Dr. Mingus is the most Holistic Dentist. He spent more time looking at my bite, my teeth, my mouth than anyone ever had. He explained, my bite is causing my sleep issues, headaches and overall health issues. He also runs the sleep and headache center in the Healthy Bend building because there is such a correlation between your teeth, sleep and headaches. I am still on my path of healing because unlike a Marathon there is no finish line. I am so grateful to all the Health providers in Bend we are blessed to have. Healing is like raising a child, it takes a Village! ~-Terie Sandusky

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We are so grateful for all our contributors Terie Sandusky, creator of the Bend Health Guide.

Katielizabeth Designs, 2018 Bend Health Guide Designer

Krista Zweers Connects with our Health Community Todd Beach tells us about running the Boston Marathon p6 Gail Jett, PhD, RN, NP, LMP, AHN-B C, EEM-AP; outlines her comparative study of Energy Medicine, p12 Erin Collins, End-of-Life Doula writes of embracing mortality. p23

Contents 6. HOOKED ON RUNNING

by Todd Beach 8. INJURY PREVENTION FOR MARATHON RUNNERS

by Matthew Lilley 10. HERBAL ALLIES TO SUPPORT ATHLETES

by Katelyn Dexter 11. SUPERFOODS SOUP From Run Fast, Eat Slow by Shalane Flanagan & Elyse Kopecky

12. EFFECTS OF EDEN ENERGY MEDICINE

By Gail Jett Contents

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14. WINTER WELLNESS POTIONS

By Alyson Brown 18. CROOKED TEETH CAN AFFECT YOUR HEALTH

by Dr. Kelley Mingus

22. PRAYERS OF HONORING GRIEF

by Pixie Lighthorse

23. EMBRACING MORTALITY WITH GRACE

by Erin Collins

24. MARAGAS WINERY

by Jayde Sibernagel

28. BEND HEALTH DIRECTORY

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38. HEALTH EVENTS CALENDAR 41. HEALING POWERS OF ART

by Kelly Theils

Cover Art & Recipes by Alyson Brown, a Flower Alchemist using magic of flowers and herbs to craft elixirs, oils, potions and products for body and soul. p14

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by Todd Beach

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n the beginning, I starting running at age 39, when the joints started aching, and not knowing why, I quickly learned of "use it or lose it." Time to lace up those old running shoes!! And running is cheap, right? Wrong. Turns out that running at a higher level, is quite expensive (my wife can attest).

Running quickly became a fun passion, to lose weight, and a chance to be outside, to be with friends, and set a good example for my kids. After my first 12K in SF, running across the Golden Gate bridge, I was hooked on racing. With that, this passion quickly turned to an obsession, and the goal was to run the mecca of all races, the Boston Marathon.

Getting accepted into the Boston Marathon is difficult. very difficult. The Boston Marathon is such a coveted race world-wide, that you have to qualify, in a previous marathon, on a Boston Association certified course, to be accepted to register, only to register.

It does NOT guarantee that you will be accepted to race. Here are the qualifications, as found on the Boston Athletic Association Website:* I trained countless hours, days, and weeks, which turned into months and years to qualify for Boston.

After missing my first qualification race at the California International Marathon, by 8 seconds, (yes, 8 seconds!) I decided to get a coach. Training with a triathlon team also helped me to cross train, and meet an amazing group of athletes. I then trained and qualified, running a personal best of 3 hours, 11 minutes. I also qualified for the following year in LA, with a 3:13 marathon time. Back to back qualifiers in one year was quite a feat, for this old guy anyway.

Running the Boston Marathon in 2017 was a dream come true, this 121st running of the Boston Marathon was hot; one of the hottest on record. I finished, not fast, but with a 3:44. I was high-fiving every person I could on the race course. And there is an estimated 500,000 spectators along the Boston course. The next bucket list to check off was B2B, Boston to Big Sur. 2 coasts, 2 marathons, in 13 days.

I had now run both races individually, but in

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RUNNING 2018 I had a chance to run these marathons back to back. What a year to choose B2B! Due to the rough weather conditions in Boston, it was one of the most difficult years on record. Quite literally, there were 20-30 mile constant headwinds, pouring rain (snow at the start), and the high was 19 degrees Fahrenheit. This of course, made recovery even tougher to prepare for the Big Sur Marathon 13 days later. But with great coaching, lots of ice baths, massage, and stretching, we completed both races in good shape, without injury, and had a blast doing it. We also had rain and wind in Big Sur, but nothing like Boston, to finish with a 3:50, which included lots of hills! Boston 2018 was a 3:45. Not fast for either course, but most certainly the most memorable, and makes for great, lifelong stories.

18 marathons, 37 half marathons, and countless 10K and 5K's later, coaches, gym passes, healthy eating, has helped create a wonderfully healthy life.

Now, 9 years later, it is fun to reminisce with family and friends over all of the wonderful race experiences.

Now, we run and share the love of outdoors together, which is where priority is today. Amazing, what running has done for my entire family. *See next Page

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* Current qualifications, as found on the Boston Athletic Association Website: Note: Qualifying times are based on official submitted net time (also known as chip time). Achieving one's qualifying standard does not guarantee entry into the event, but simply the opportunity to submit for registration. In recent years, not all qualifiers who submit an entry have been accepted due to field size restrictions.

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Injury Prevention for Marathon Runners

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he marathon is the ultimate goal for many runners. It requires determination and a significant time commitment, in addition to a greater risk of injury than running shorter distances. Whether you are training for your first marathon or are a seasoned long distance runner chasing a Boston qualifying time, here are some helpful tips from Dr. Matthew Lilley, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Surgeon at The Center; to keep in mind before and after the race, and help you stay injury-free.

Before the Race: If you want to make it to the starting line, it’s important to take care of injuries that occur while you are training, rather than push through the pain. Listen to your body and understand the difference between soreness and pain. While you should expect some soreness, you shouldn’t continue to feel pain during the entire training period.

The most common running injuries orthopedic surgeons treat are injuries of the Achilles tendon, quadriceps, hamstrings, patella, IT bands, and hip abductors, as well as stress fractures. To prevent these injuries build mileage slowly, incorporate interval training, have good nutrition and hydration, and wear supportive shoes. If you are considering running a marathon after an injury or surgery, check with your doctor to see if supportive care or treatment may be required before starting a training program.

During the Race: Most people do not know that a runner uses

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up their entire glucose store during a marathon. It’s critical to take in calories and hydrate during the race to avoid muscle burnout. Practice taking in simple carbohydrates every 30-45 minutes during your longer training runs. There are many gels, chews, sports drinks, or real food options you can try during training to see what works best for your body.

After the Race: After the race, it’s important to hydrate and replenish calories with a nutritious balance of carbs, protein, and fat for muscle recovery. During the first week, it’s okay to walk, stretch, or do some light body weight strengthening, but allow your body a rest from running. Use ice to decrease inflammation 3-4 times a day. During days 7-14, you can resume running up to 20-25 miles that week. Heat can be beneficial in that time period for muscle relaxation, especially prior to stretching. After 14 days, you can build back up to your regular weekly mileage. Allow your body at least six weeks before entering another race.

Less than 1% of the US population has run a marathon. It’s amazing what the human body is capable of. Enjoy the process and celebrate your success!

-Matthew Lilley, MD, is an orthopedic surgeon at The Center with specialized training in sports medicine. He has run one marathon.

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World-class marathoner and 4-time Olympian, Shalane Flanagan; and chef, Elyse Kopecky prove food can be indulgent and nourishing at the same time.

SUPERFOODS SOUP FOR SLURPING ENERGY

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 carrots, peeled and diced 2 celery stalks, diced 1 yellow onion, diced

Herbal Allies to Support Athletes

by Katelyn Dexter of Fettle Botanic

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erbal medicine has plant allies to nourish, support and regenerate your body after physical workouts. Here are our favorite herbs to promote athletic health and vitality.

Hawthorn tree has always been regarded as sacred in herbal folklore. Hawthorn berries are a superior cardiac strengthening herb to nourish the heart. Exercise is good, although you want to support your cardiovascular system. Hawthorn’s anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties strengthen the heart, lower blood pressure, increase circulation, slow heartbeat, increase integrity of blood vessels, reduce risk of heart disease/stroke while improving symptoms of fatigue and shortness of breath.

Cordyceps is a parasitic fungus with adaptogenic properties, meaning it helps our bodies react to internal and external stressors more effectively, improving immunity and supporting overall vitality.

Cordyceps improves lung health, studies show it increases oxygen supply leading to greater stamina and endurance, while increasing blood circulation to relieve discomfort caused by tired legs. Its anti-inflammatory properties reduce swelling in bronchial pathways helping with asthma, allergies and environmental sensitivities. Cordyceps benefits athletes with an increase in oxygen supply and faster recovery, in powdered form it’s an easy add-in to your morning smoothie.

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Fettle Botanic’s Mineral Rebuilder powder is an organic powdered herb blend. Minerals are necessary for strong bones, muscles, tendons and ligaments and overall healthy growth and development. Organic food is accessible to us, but often the soil our food is grown in is devoid of the mineral nutrition we need. Minerals kick-start recovery and regeneration as building blocks to many processes in the body. Our blend contains organic herbs Gotu Kola, Kelp, Nettle, Alfalfa and nutrient dense herbs we may not get enough of in our diet. This formula will kick-start your injury repair, recovery and regeneration.

Arnica oil is the most useful herb to have in an herbal first aid kit. Arnica speeds recovery of sprains, strains, muscle pain, stiffness, body aches, arthritis and bruising. It reduces pain while expediting healing time.

Katelyn Dexter is a practicing Traditional Western Herbalist and owner of the Bend apothecary Fettle Botanic Supply & Counsel. She shares her love of plants though classes, internships and collaborations within the community, always with the goal of making herbal medicine accessible to everyone. You can find her classes online, on Facebook and in the Bend Health Guide Meetup page.

2 teaspoons fine sea salt 2 tablespoons curry powder 1 sweet potato (yam), unpeeled, cut ½-inch dice 1 can (13.5 ounces) unsweetened coconut milk 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes 1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas (garbanzo beans) 3 cups chopped kale, stems removed Juice of 1 lime

This mineral-rich, immune-boosting soup is loaded with nourishing whole foods, including sweet potatoes, chickpeas, and kale.

But it’s not just the rainbow of veggies that will give you a boost in this hearty Indian-inspired soup. The coconut milk has natural antiviral properties to help fend off cold and flu viruses. Plus the curry powder adds anti-inflammatory superpowers.

This recipe yields a lot because we like it a lot (you’ll even find it featured in The Runner’s World Vegetarian Cookbook). Freeze leftovers in individual portions for quick weeknight meals or mix things up the second night and serve leftovers over brown rice.

SERVES 8

1 Heat the oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the

carrots, celery, onion, and salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened but not brown, about 5 minutes. Add the curry powder and cook, stirring continuously, for 30 seconds, being careful not to let the spices brown.

2 Add 5 cups water, sweet potato, coconut milk, tomatoes,

and chickpeas to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat, and simmer covered, stirring occasionally, until the sweet potatoes are soft, about 20 minutes (be careful not to overcook).

3 Stir in the kale and simmer just until wilted. Turn off the heat

and stir in 1 tablespoon of the lime juice. Taste and add more lime juice and salt, if needed.

GLUTEN-FREE // VEGAN

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Effects of Eden Energy Medicine Techniques on Pain Perception and the Human Biofield: A Comparative Study

By Gail Jett, PhD, RN, NP, LMP, AHN-B C and EEM-AP

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ealthcare in our country has become obscenely expensive without any cost ceiling in sight in the foreseeable future.

I am a board- certified Nurse Practitioner in both Women’s Health and an Advanced Holistic Nurse. My career has spanned over 38 years, as I have become increasingly concerned with the cost of our healthcare as compared to its outcomes. We are spending more than any developed nation for the poorest outcomes. It has been said, continuing to do the same thing while expecting a different outcome is a definition of insanity.

As a nurse practitioner, my training and focus has been on preventative care; helping people make healthier decisions in terms of lifestyle, diet, exercise, emotional health and well-being. Three years ago, I decided to get my doctorate, which has been a wonderful journey of deep spiritual introspection while learning to do solid scientific research. Since I am also an advanced practitioner of Eden Energy Medicine, I decided to do my research study on chronic pain while utilizing Donna Eden’s Daily Energy Routine and Zone tapping.

These simple, yet powerful techniques can be done by anyone and do not require travel after they are learned. I am pleased to say that

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my research study and dissertation had statistical significance in terms of pain reduction and increase in general well-being. This is an abstract of my study.

PURPOSE Healthcare in the United States costs more than any other developed country, while its health outcomes are some of the poorest.

Chronic pain management utilizes a significant portion of healthcare expenditures and currently involves additional expense for patients in terms of travel to other healthcare providers’ settings, and costs for visits and/or treatment and pharmaceutical management. A new source of patient-performed preventive healthcare practice for chronic pain management is necessary. The purpose of this study is to determine whether patient performed energy medicine techniques can reduce the perception of pain in subjects with chronic low back pain.

Likewise, an additional purpose is to determine whether performance of these exercises can improve the robustness of the biofield.

the Daily Energy Routine and Zone Tapping techniques.

BioWell GDV Camera was developed 20 years ago by Dr. Konstantin Korotkov. Used in 32 countries as a diagnostic device, it is also used on the International Space Station to monitor the health of the people living and working there. Adjustments in food, fluid and supplements, etc. are made according to readings. There are over 750 published studies on it with 94 of these in English. In spite of this, it is still considered experimental in the U.S. The human body emits and absorbs gases, such as carbon, hydrogen, etc. GDV stands for Gas Discharge Visualization. Fingertips are placed one at a time into the camera’s orifice against a dialectric plate. A millivolt of electricity is passed through causing excited electrons to “light up” the gas discharge from the fingertips, which is then photographed and interpreted by the camera’s software. Energy readings are measured in joules.

METHODS IRB approval was obtained. A pilot study of eleven subjects were studied. All participants verbally reported reduction of pain to varying degrees and all had pain reduction on the McGill Pain Scale from beginning to end of study, with statistical significance of p = 0.0006. Significance was also found with right/ left balance with the BioWell camera; significance was not found with the VAS scale.

SIGNIFICANCE Successful reduction of pain by participants utilizing energy medicine techniques suggests a new source of preventive healthcare practice with cost-saving potential. This would require further study with larger groups of subjects. I am happy to discuss my study in more detail with interested persons.

I teach these techniques and provide energy balancing sessions in my office. I can be reached at 541-815-5603 Advancedhealingenergetics.com

MATERIALS Materials used were the VAS Pain Scale, McGill Pain Scale, the BioWell GDV camera, bendhealthguide.com | BEND HEALTH GUIDE

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Winter Wellness Potions

By Alyson Brown at Wild Folklore, an Apothecary in Bend A Winter Wellness Cabinet of Potions is a must as days grow darker and air grows cooler, these are two of my favorites to have on hand.

CLASSIC ELDERBERRY SYRUP 12oz of syrup Elderberries are rich in vitamin C, antiviral properties and have been used in folk medicine to provide an immune boost to fight off colds.

2 cups cold water 1 cups dried elderberries 1 cinnamon stick 1 tsp dried ginger root 1 tsp cloves 2 tsp dried orange peel 10 cardamom pods 5 whole star anise 1 split vanilla bean raw local honey Combine berries and herbs with cold water in a pot and bring to a boil.

Reduce heat and allow herbs to simmer for 45 minutes. Remove from heat and mash berries in the liquid mixture. Strain berries and herbs through cheesecloth and squeeze out juice. Measure liquid and add an equal amount of honey. Gently heat honey and juice for a few minutes until well combined. Do not boil!

Bottle in a sterilized glass. These recipes are tried and tested in my home with my family, they have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. www.wildfolklore.com For more plant magic and musings, follow Wild Folk at: Instagram.com/wildfolklore

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SALVE:

1/2 cup calendula infused olive oil 1 1/2 tbsp coconut oil 2 tbsp shea butter 1 1/2 tbsp beeswax 8 drops lavender essential oil 2 drops chamomile essential oil 1 drop rosemary essential oil 1 drop eucalyptus essential oil CALENDULA SOOTHE-ALL SALVE 4oz of salve This powerful flower provides relief for dry winter skin and soothes minor burns, rashes, insect bites, cuts and wounds.

Infuse olive oil with organic calendula petals via a quick or slow infusion. Quick method is done in a double boiler on a stove top, place calendula petals in a dry oven-proof jar (such as a pyrex measuring cup) and pour olive oil to cover.

Place jar into a double boiler and bring to a slow simmer. Stir once in a while. Slowly heat for 60+ minutes. Strain, bottle and store.

For slow infusion, place calendula petals in a clean, dry jar and cover them with olive oil so that there is at least an inch of oil above the flowers. Heat helps infuse flowers into the oil, place the jar in a warm spot but not in the direct sun. Give it a good shake, every day and allow the petals to infuse for 4-6 weeks. Strain, bottle and store.

DIRECTIONS: Place calendula infused olive oil, coconut oil, shea butter and beeswax into a clean oven proof jar, and gently heat in a double boiler.

Once the ingredients are melted together, remove from the heat and add the essential oils. Pour your salve into a dry container or tins. Make sure to wait until it has completely cooled before capping.

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BEND GYNOCOLOGY Bend Gynecology providers strongly believe in the benefit of preventing disease. We encourage proper nutrition, regular exercise and early screening tests to maximize your quality of life. We listen to your concerns, goals and opinions. We encourage your input in treating your treatment plan. We strive to provide professional, courteous service and freedom from medications. We will work hard to make your visit as comfortable as possible.

Ashley Gish

is board certified in women’s health. She attended the University of Utah, where she received her Doctorate in women’s health as a nurse practitioner. She strives to provide compassionate, holistic and quality care, while empowering patients to make healthcare decisions that make sense for their lives.

Lauren O’Sullivan

has been practicing gynecology for 12 years and is board certified. She focuses her practice primarily on medically complex and surgical patients.

She treats everything from endometriosis to abnormal bleeding and fibroids. She is now offering vaginal rejuvenation for postmenopausal women.

Lindy Vraniak

is a board certified OB/GYN. She practiced for several years as an OB/GYN before taking some time off to be with her family and raise her two children. She is excited to be back and share what that she has learned in her time off. She is specializing in women’s health and adolescent gynecology.

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Crooked Teeth can affect your health

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by Dr. Kelley Mingus

ave you wondered why we have crooked teeth? I hear patients say they got their crooked teeth from their parents. It’s a common belief that crooked teeth is a genetic trait passed down through generations. Genetics isn’t the reason for crooked teeth. It is the tongue that is responsible.

The tongue is the most influential factor on the development of the upper jaw. The tongue spends the majority of our day on the roof of the mouth. If the tongue doesn’t rest on the roof of the mouth most of the time, the result will be an upper jaw that is smaller than it was designed to be. As teeth begin to erupt they are forced to fit into a bone that is too small. The result is crooked teeth.

A deeper look into tongue posture concerns reveal an underlying problem: breathing. In an ideal world we should spend the majority of our day with our lips sealed, our tongue on the roof of our mouth while passively breathing through our nose. The reasons we don’t breathe through our nose are complex. Factors that influence our inability to breathe through our nose start at birth. Breastfeeding requires more tongue development than bottle feeding. A stronger tongue will support and grow the upper jaw better. In addition, breast milk plays a major role in the initial immune complex development in our children. Formula can create allergic response, reducing a child’s airway which results in more difficulties breathing through their nose. The way we wean our children can also play a role in the development of the tongue because chewing helps develop proper muscle and facial structure.

Processed foods are associated with increased allergic responses, which results in difficulties with nasal breathing. If our children spend a significant part of the day breathing through their mouth they have an increased risk of having an under developed upper jaw, resulting in crooked teeth.

Crooked teeth aren’t the issue, they are a sign of a bigger problem. Crooked teeth indicate an under developed upper jaw resulting in an inadequate space for

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our tongue. If the mouth is closed, the tongue will reduce the airway. As the airway is reduced one’s head posture will move forward in an attempt to increase air flow. Poor posture is almost always connected to a reduced airway. Mouth breathing is connected to heart disease, IQ concerns, depression, and ADHD, as well as sleep apnea. Even bedwetting can be connected to our night-time breathing patterns. In the mouth, we will see increased grinding and clenching, gummy smiles, gum recession and bone loss, increased gum disease, TMJ disorders as well as facial pain and headaches. A healthy breathing pattern with the tongue on the roof of the mouth and lips sealed will almost always result in straight teeth and beautiful faces.

Crooked teeth can be a strong sign of major health concerns that can decrease the quality and quantity of life.

Every day, we see patients with airway-related issues.

We provide life-changing treatment that most do not know is achievable.

Meet Dr. Kelley Mingus. believes in cutting edge technologies, mercury free braces, beautiful healthy and open airway health.

Kelley dental fillings, smiles,

Dr. Mingus grew up in Bend and completed his undergraduate education at Portland State University.

He later received his dental degree from OHSU. After dental school, he began a practice in Klamath Falls before relocating to Bend, Oregon in 2006 after ten years.

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Book Review

Best Running Trails in Bend DESCHUTES RIVER TRAIL Whether you get on the Deschutes River Trail from the Old Mill District, Farewell Bend Park or take the lesser used Sawyer Park path, this River Trail is sure to delight your senses this Fall.

“I’m going to start telling people more often what I love about them, so they can hear it while they are living,.” Mirabai Bush

LARKSPUR TRAIL This NE Bend trail takes you through beautiful neighborhoods to Pilot Butte Park, take your run to the next level by climbing to the top just in time for an epic Sunset View.

There are so many great examples of dying throughout this book, like Alduous Huxley who took LSD with his wife on his deathbed, Timothy Leary’s “Why not? Celebrity party” death and Ram Dass’ parent’s deaths. As my grandmother told me at age 76, the longer you live, the more people you see die, it’s inevitable.

RILEY RANCH NATURE PRESERVE Only a few miles of trails but bonus no dogs or bikes to contend with as you run in this epic 184 Acre Nature Preserve.

SHEVLIN PARK There is a network of so many great running trails here, you could get lost in the trees as you navigate past squirrels taking in the beautiful Fall Foliage of Birch. Shevlin Park Loop is 4.7 miles around the rim of the park with views of Aspen trees and Tumalo Creek below.

SMITH ROCK PARK Best to go early in the morning if you’re going to run the trails at Smith Rock Park, it gets busy with tourists and families alike all year round now. Summit Loop Trail is 7.3 miles roundtrip, includes some steep sections and loose gravel, not for the faint of heart, but this road less traveled gives great river and ridge views.

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“The most important thing is to hold the person in your heart with love” -Ram Dass

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The setting for their journey into the dying process is Maui where Ram Dass resides and teaches retreats. I felt such a strong sense of place, as if the Ocean tides were guiding their process throughout their weaving stories of their magnificently lived life. My favorite section was “Die without Regrets” a lofty goal for us all. Remember to tell your loved ones and friends what it is you love bendhealthguide.com | BEND HEALTH GUIDE

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Prayers of Honoring Grief

Embrace Mortality with Grace

By Erin Collins of peacefulpresencedoulas.com

By Pixie Lighthorse

Grief is a subject often relegated for when special humans and companion animals in our lives cross over into unknown realms. It comes in the form of all of the requisite stages: denial, anger, bargaining, depression and finally, acceptance. It seems that westerners prefer to keep grief process a tidy enterprise, compartmentalizing it so that the rigors of daily life can continue, saving the tears for graveside memorials and convenient moments.

What I've learned about grief is that it's Photo by Heaven McArthur especially messy, it cares nothing for right timing, job requirements, protecting others from the dammed up floods within us. Grief has become, for me, a rite of passage. To learn how to grieve is a forgotten art built on dust, ash, bones, the crispy petals of a dead rose watered with blood. Like any rite of passage, something precious goes away, and a new beginning enters. The trees and plants model this in Autumn, when they become bare and hold their life force during the difficult season, for a vaguely known period of time, in preparation for Spring.

Modern humans seem unsure of how to celebrate the sufferings of life, choosing

to dissociate and numb the pain, missing a critical opportunity for transformation. All grief, including disappointment, passing youth, lost love, and empty-nesting is designed to be felt and moved through. Prayer is a way to dialogue with grief. My book is a way to process it by walking around the compass through stages of confusion, change, insecurity, paralysis, and isolation.

Eventually, hearts become less burdened, give way to healing, relief, dreamwork and ceremony. To take a higher level of accountability for ungrieved losses is to set a stage for cultural repair, too. By conditioning ourselves for tolerance of vulnerabilities and emotions, a fresh wave ripples out offering new ways to be at ease within and on earth. Our tears clean old hurts, perfectly engineered to keep us in flow and prevent stagnation.

To grieve is to appreciate and align with the element of water, rather than be drowned by it.

Pixie Lighthorse is the author of the Prayers of Honoring series and Boundaries & Protection. Her fifth book, Goldmining the Shadows, is due out in November. Local retailers carry her books and she occasionally comes out of her hermitage to appear and do signings.

The first breath and last breath are the two most sacred moments in life. As a culture we celebrate the first breath and avoid discussion of the last breath. Death is a normal part of our life cycle and can be an important time for us to share with family and friends. To live life with health and fullness, try taking an approach of embracing, rather than denying, death. As we all enter into later stages of life, we can prepare for our death in advance to find peace in the process for ourselves and those we leave behind. Four steps to engage in healthy aging and embracing dying at any age are:

1. Contemplate your Thoughts

around death, explore any spiritual traditions which guide your beliefs about it.

Talk with family, friends and community members to discover new meaning in this last stage of life.

2. Filling out an Advanced Directive

is the best way to ensure your wishes are followed should you become unable to speak for yourself. Adults of any age should have an advanced directive, clearly outlining your desires for care. Talk about your wishes with family and friends so everyone is on the same page.

3. Have Conversations

with those who are close to you about death, your beliefs, hopes and fears around it. Talking about death won’t make you die any sooner, it will help

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inform others of your wishes.

4. Estate Planning. If you have a home, investments, and belongings you wish to allocate, take care of it well in advance to save time, energy and headaches for your loved ones after your death.

We can live life with more meaning when we reimagine death and dying. For more information including classes, resources and end-of-life guidance or compassionate presence, visit

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Maragas Winery Sustainable Wine in Central Oregon

The youngest wine, a white table wine called Fresh is at Whole Foods. Malbec wine is available at Market of Choice, it’s an unfiltered, unrefined, old world, wine barrel aged wine using American oak barrels for 24 months.

This Malbec, true to its nature, matures early with a great combination of rich Oregon fruit and earthy flavors. Malbec won a Silver Medal! Giorgio’s West Bend Liquor also carries several bottles.

Maragas Winery brought home 7 medals from the prestigious San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition. Their wine is biodynamic and sulfate free. Visit their tasting room, perhaps after a Smith Rock ascent.

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t’s been nearly 20 years since Doug and Gina rose to their first Central Oregon sunrise on their vineyard lands, the oldest block of grapes on their property is named after their daughter, Samantha. Vines were initially endowed space to grow wild and free with minimal intervention for the sake of experiments and growing pattern observations.

Roots to rise, as yogis say. Once established, vines were carefully weaned off of watering systems to create a dry-farming approach.

You can gaze upon vigorous vines within Sam’s block as you go east on cinder road to the tasting room. Drive slowly, there may be chickens on the loose!

Sun beams over Smith Rock shed sweet light on swelling grape clusters of Maragas Winery.

The vineyard dogs dozing comfortably. Praying mantises and ladybugs stir under green, leafy canopies. Worms replenish earth around

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intervolved roots. A continuum of life thriving for the abundant procurement of wholesome fruit. Maragas Winery is leading the way in sustainable grape growing and wine-making in Central Oregon.

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From an island of Crete, where rosemary and olive trees dapple hillsides, holds a wine-centric wisdom that’s been passed down from generation to generation. Doug Maragas was mentored in an art of transforming grapes into wine by his grandmother, Anna. After exploring the world and practicing law in Ohio, Doug pursued becoming a winemaker. He set out with his wife, Gina determined to manifest a slice of land that would fit their vision. Doug creates wines in a harmonious, old-world fashion way inspired by conversations with his mother. He says, “If you’re trying to make wine while in a bad mood, forget it! ”The intention indulges every sip!

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Bend ACUPUNCTURE

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Learn more about our providers online at www.BendHealthGuide.com

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CHIROPRACTORS

Dr. Mara Kevan,LAc Inspired Health 541-312-9838

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Kellie Chambers, LAc Rob Nielson, ND, LAc Chelsea Phillips, LAc Hawthorn Healing Arts 541-330-0334 hawthorncenter.com

Doc Martin Wellness Blissful Heart 541-504-6061 docmartinwellness.com Dr. David Otto Center for Integrative Medicine 541-323-3358 Centerforintegratedmed.com

CHURCHES First Presbyterian Church 541-382-4401 230 NE 9th St., Bend, OR 97701 bendfp.org

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BIOFLEX LASER THERAPY Julie Carda, MA Everyday Brain Fitness 541-604-2857 Everydaybrainfitness.com

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COACHING Deborah V. Beaumont RN, MSN, APRN Integrative Breast Health Coach 415-867-6457 MindBodyNutritionRN.com Janice Debo Networking Coach and Business Consultant

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ENERGY MEDICINE Gail King Advanced Healing Energetics 541-815-5603 Advancedhealingenergetics.com Susan Hall 541-408-3720 Susanhallenergy.com

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HYDROTHERAPY

Terie Sandusky 541-241-2458 Kimimihealingarts.com

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FITNESS

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Andrea Wyland 541-410-7011 Ajanaepink@bendbroadband.com Denise Palermo 650.520.8286 Movementvoodoo.com

GYNECOLOGY Ashley Gish, Aprn Lauren O’sullivan, Ob/Gyn Dr. Lindy Vraniak Bend Gynecology

Jesse Abraham Lic #023196 Karl Jackson Sarah Reynolds Jackson #20779 Hawthorn Healing Arts Center 541-330-0334 Hawthorncenter.com

HYPNOTHERAPY Cynthia Crossman 541-233-8695 Blueheronhypnosis.me

INTUITIVES Cathleen Hylton 510-220-2241 www.blessingscenter.com

Brandi Jacobson Highest Potential Massage 541-420-8051 Highestpotentiallmt.com Carmen Kinder Intentional Wellness 541-390-8364 Bendhealingmassage.com Jennifer Morey, Lmt 22016 541-848-7608 Jenniferevemorey.com Terie Sandusky, Lmt #22525 541-241-2458 Kimimihealingarts.com

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NUTRITION Mari Jacobson My Nutrition Thing 541.408.0826 Mynutritionthing.com Sherry Tran Mindful Healing 541-633-5160 MindfulHealing.com

Larissa Spafford Bend Nutritional Therapy (541)318-4757 Bendnutritionaltherapy.com

MIDWIVES

Krista Zweers Nourish Revive Thrive 541-633-5568 Nourishrevivethrive.net

Hannah Renzi, Certified Midwives Stcharleshealthcare.org Allegra Lilly CPM, LDM Mandala Midwifery Phone: 503-860-6361 www.mandalamidwives.com

NATUROPATHICS Dr. Emma Baker Dr. Emily Livengood Baker Family Naturopathics 541.322.3941 Dremmabaker.com Drs. Ren And Christy Bedasbad Lumos Medical Center 541-728-3790 Lumosmedicalcenter.com Dr. Meaghan Dishman Dr. Wendy Weintrob Inspired Health 541-312-9838 Inspiredhealthmed.com Rob Nielson, Nd, LAc Joshua Phillips, Nd Kerie Raymond Nd Hawthorn Healing Arts 541-330-0334 Hawthorncenter.com

HEALTH DIRECTORY

ORTHOPEDICS & NEUROSURGICAL CARE The Center 541-382-3344 Thecenteroregon.com PERSONAL INJURY LAWYER David M. Rosen, Attorney High Desert Law 541-306-6553 high-desert-law.com

PHYSICAL THERAPIST Lisa Flexner, Pt Flex Health Flexhealthconsulting.com

PILATES Mindy Mason Megan Isola Carrie Brostek Jeanette Cassisi Move Pilates 541-378-6467 Movebend.com

QI GONG Joyce Brown

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REIKI Prashanti Reddy Anumati Healing Arts squareup.com/store/anumati-healing-arts

Lisa Fulkerson Bend Reiki 541-324-3000 Bendreiki.com Terie Sandusky 541-241-2458 Kimimihealingarts.com

SHAMANS Ashley Brothers Institute Of Indigenous Alchemy 206-550-6292 Bonesoftheearth.org L.R. Heartsong Soul Quests Soulquests.com Pixie Lighthorse Pixielighthorse.com

SOMATICS Brandee Prugh 415-302-3377 Coresensesomaticintegration.com Jen Worth Lmt #23738 Somatic Roots 541- 480-4298 Jenworth.com

SOUND HEALING Kaitlin Friedman Studio Of Divine Light 541-280-2861 Studioofdivinelight.com Donna Wolf Energy Resonance Pracitoner 408-505-9254 Harmonicsoundhealth.com

TAI CHI Master Jianfeng Chen 541-639-9963 Oregontaichi.com

THERAPISTS Laura Forest, LCSW 541-815-2017 Discoverywithhorses.com Kathy Nagel, Ma, Cht 541.330.0334 Hawthorncenter.com Linda Luther-Starbird, PhD Starbird Psychology 503-224-9517

THERMOGRAPHY Jody Deland Cct, Lmt 541-948-3829 Imaging-alternatives.com

YOGA Namaspa Foundation 541-550-8550 Namaspa.org Laura Purdy Kundalini Yoga & Gong Bellebutterfly27@gmail.com Andrea Stuart Vitality Yoga Vitalityyoga.us

Book Review

How to Change Everything,

By Changing Nothing

By Jenny La Fontaine

This book teaches you how to transform your life from the inside out in 5 simple steps. It begins by knowing that you are exactly where you should be on your journey, there are no mistakes. Life is not a destination, it is a journey. Jenny says, “sometimes we get stuck in the emotional spin cycle”caught up in negative beliefs and judgments. She will guide you off the wheel with ease and grace.

Imagine being completely happy with yourself and everything around you in this very moment of time.

Let go of trying to change anything, just be.

Your own true power lies within, this elegant guide shows you ways to tap into your power in a Taoist way, there’s nothing difficult to do, in fact her exercises are fun! Allow your feelings to show up, witness them instead of avoiding them, this helps you find your inner gold. Learn how to listen to your own inner guidance when making life decisions. I loved all the testimonial stories using her techniques to manifest destiny. This book will give you a whole new perspective on life.

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Book Review

TRIBE OF MENTORS

by Timothy Ferris

Tim, Mr. Ferris if you are feeling formal, has invested thousands of hours, and hundreds of cups of tea, honing his interview questions on celebrities, scientists, athletes, investors, and serial entrepreneurs. It is a solid bet that when he sends the question, “What is your favorite failure?” along with 10 other carefully crafted questions, to 100 of the most intriguing minds alive today (including the Dalai Lama) that you are going to get some gold.

I read like I shop. I don’t want to miss a thing. I scan each page carefully, and have a notebook handy for transcribing quotes to live by, and my phone nearby for noting book recommendations (Question #1) But, open to any page and you are sure to find inspiration, wisdom, new ways to look at a problem, and vital reminders that failure is the most important thing we can do. In fact, Tribe is formatted for just such intellectual snacking.

Common wisdom (a lá Jim Rohn) is that we become the average of the 5 people we spend the most time with. As we each search for our own tribe - that ideal network of wonderfully smart and interesting people - this book raises the bar. In giving us rich glimpses into the habits and motivations of individuals who get up each day and live their own personal version of a successful life, we are lead to discover ours. It satisfies curiosity without pandering. It enlightens without condescending. It expects more. It gives more. This is a tribe I would choose, brought together in easy reach. bendhealthguide.com | BEND HEALTH GUIDE

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Holiday Gift Guide Bend Teardrop Trailer Santa Baby, won’t you get me a Teardrop Trailer customized just for me? Winter may not seem like the time to shop for a Trailer, but off season, you can order at a better rate & have it completely customized in time for your Spring & Summer. bendteardrop.com

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Alyson uses the magic of flowers to craft refreshing products for the body and soul. Nourish yourself with her apothecary available online at: Wildfolklore.com Receive a FREE Handcrafted Pendulum featuring crystals, copper and beads. One Free Pendulum with your purchase of any Gift Certificate for Energy Clearing, Massage, Reiki, Feng Shui or 2018 Astrology Chart.

Order & Schedule Online at: kimimihealingarts.com

Give a gift of warmth and health this season with Dragon Fire Cider made with Kombucha Vinegar plus tons of herbs and spices to boost your immunity. If you know someone who deserves coal in their stocking, give them hippie dippie tooth powder containing charcoal, this is all the rage in natural tooth care. You can find these products at: Etsy.com/BohemianPeddler

Handforged, Heirloom jewelry representing Bend Life - made of copper, silver and diamonds.

John Paul has been creating one of a kind, magical jewelry in downtown Bend for 20 years.

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Jennifer Lynne Curtis is a self taught botanical artist who created these pins based on local Bend Fauna. They are accompanied with information about the flower, peak bloom times and locations to find them in Central Oregon, makes a great stocking stuffer! Aavailable at Fettle Botanic or online at: Pacificnwillustration.com 36

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Giftify offers local, Artisanal products hand-picked & ripe for gifting your employees, company gifts, Wedding guests, friends and family. Create your own, unique combination of gifts on their website. They will package it all up & deliver to you. Holidays are their busy season, so order early! Many of their items are Made in Bend, including Holm Made toffees.

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If you get Winter Blues, stop into Brown’s Basics Bakery for a sweet treat & cheering up from Charley, she’s a Bakery Therapist! You can also order ahead from pies that will make your grandma smile; decadent cakes, cupcakes, cookies and everything you need for Holiday party hosting!

9th St. Village 909 SE Armour Rd.

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Alpenglow Jewelry inspired by the beauty of Bend’s nature, give her a gift she will treasure for years to come.

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HEALTH EVENTS CALENDAR For more info on all of these events please see our Online Meetup

NOVEMBER

DECEMBER

Journeying Learn shamanic techniques to journey.

12/01-12/02 Blissful Heart Bonesoftheearth.org

Fertility Acupressure 2/2 10-4 Learn potent points for Fertility kimimihealingarts.com

Bend Health Guide MeetUp at Teabuzz 11/12 10:00am-noon Teabuzz Teahouse at Blissful Heart

Ethics: Relationship, Boundaries and Communication 12/9 2:00-6:00 Fulfills OBMT Requirement regina@reginacallahan.com

Soul Retrieval 2/09-2/10 Blissful Heart Bring your fully healed self back. bonesoftheearth.org

Energy Clearing 12/15 10-2:30 Learn techniques to clear your energy Kimimihealingarts.com

MARCH

JANUARY

Seriously improve your relationship with SPIRIT 3/5-4/2 & 3/14-4/11 5 weeks online program with Jenny LaFontaine Loveyourselffully.com

Divination Learn Divination techniques 11/09-11/11 Blissful Heart Bonesoftheearth.org

Seriously Improve your relationship with your SELF 11/8-12/13 5 week program with Jenny LaFontaine loveyourselffully.com/women-in-bend-group Arthritis Pain Relief with QiGong Fridays 11/9-12/7 1-2:15 BlissfulHeart.com Make Your Own Bath Bombs 11/18 4-5:30 fettlebotanic.com

RECURRING EVENTS Energy Yoga Tuesdays 9:30am Blissful Heart more info at SusanHallEnergy.com SoulRoar Breathwork Tuesdays at 6pm Essential Light Institute SoundBridges 1st Thursday 5:45 Blissful Heart SunMoon Breathwork Sundays 6pm Juniper Yoga

OCTOBER

Fire Cider Workshop Friday 10/12 6:30-8pm Make this traditional folk remedy to boost immunity by adding fire to the belly. fettlebotanic.com 541-728-2368 to register.

Chakra Cleanse & Illumination 10/13-10/14 Blissful Heart bonesoftheearth.org

EVENTS DIRECTORY

Reiki 1 Class 11/17 10am-5pm Kimimihealingarts.com Bend Health Guide Meetup All are welcome to connect & network.

Monday 10/15/18 9:30am FettleBotanic.com

Aging with Grace 10/23-11/13 Tuesdays 6-7:30pm at Bend Senior Center Peacefulpresencedoulas.com/events

Surfing a Crimson Wave with Dr. Tanuja Goulet, DAOM, LAc 10/18 6:15-7pm Free talk for support of healthier periods.

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Culinary Herbs as Medicine 10/25 6:30-7:30pm Katelyn Dexter’s free class about Kitchen Herbs Fettlebotanic.com

Craniosacral 1: Groundwork, 28 CE Hours A Visionary, Biodynamic approach.

10/18-10/21 9am-5pm reginacallahan.com

YOMASSAGE Training for LMTS Yoga & Massage Continuing Ed 10/27 8am-5pm Hawthorn Healing Arts

Health Business Mastery Learn how to create your ideal Health practice.

10/20 9am-5pm Register in advance at COCC

Dearly Departed: Community Altar and Death-Tellers Event 10/27 6-9pm at The Hive Submit a story to email peacefulpresencedoulas@gmail.com

I’m 60 but who am I? 10/23- 12/6 6 week online program with Jenny LaFontaine loveyourselffully.com/who-am-I

Kids DIY Class: Herbal Bath Salts 10/28 4-5pm fettlebotanic.com

Reiki 1 Class on a Monday 11/19 9am-2pm kimimihealingarts.com Living, Being, Dying Practice for the Ultimate Savasana 11/30-12/2 Bend Community Healing Peacefulpresencedoulas.com/events

Look for our Early Bird Sale for BHG Spring Edition! bendhealthguide.com Chakra Cleanse & Illumination 01/05-01/06 Blissful Heart bonesoftheearth.org Seriously improve your relationship with your SELF 1/15-2/12 5 weeks online program with Jenny LaFontaine loveyourselffully.com Reiki for Abundance 1/19 10-5 Kimimihealingarts.com

FEBRUARY

The Way beyond death 3/02-3/03 Blissful Heart bonesoftheearth.org

APRIL

Journeying Learn shamanic techniques to journey.

4/06-4/07 Blissful Heart bonesoftheearth.org Reiki 2 with Symbols for Distance Healing 4/13 10-5 Kimimihealingarts.com

MAY

Bend Health Guide Health Fair 5/18 Hollinshead Barn

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illary is a mother of three children under the age of 15 who was diagnosed with type II diabetes. She is the sole provider for her family but was recently laid off, she struggles to support her children and manage her diabetes. Hilary’s dietitian advised her to eat more fresh vegetables, lean proteins, and complex carbohydrates.

Sometimes she may not have enough money to buy fresh foods, even with nutrition assistance programs like SNAP. Unfortunately, Hillary’s story is all too common in Central Oregon where nearly 30,000 people are food insecure, having to choose between their own health and feeding their family. Diabetes costs Americans $327 billion per

by Jess Weiland of HDDFA year.

High Desert Food & Farm Alliance (HDFFA) spearheaded a program called Veggie Rx, which is a fresh food prescription program. This program supports Oregonians like Hillary to improve access to fresh foods to improve their health. Veggie Rx serves 70 food-insecure participants. In addition to using costly drugs to combat diabetes and other diet-modifiable diseases, participating doctors prescribed fruits and vegetables to their patients, referring them to HDFFA. Veggie Rx participants received $185 worth of produce vouchers to purchase fresh food from local farmers over 8-weeks at the Bend Farmers Market. HDFFA’s Community Health Worker provided participants nutrition education resources about fruits and vegetables supporting a healthy diet plus recipes. Veggie Rx is one program of the High Desert Food & Farm Alliance that addresses food insecurity by increasing access to fresh foods and connecting health care providers, participants and farmers.

Food as Medicine

Visit hdffa.org for more information on Veggie Rx and other food access programs.

Fall Detox Soup Recipe

by Katelyn Dexter of Fettle Botanic

Rich in immune supporting herbs, root vegetables and fall flavors this soup is a crowd pleaser. This recipe makes a batch big enough to nourish you all week long.

Directions: Sauté onion in olive oil on medium heat. Add kale, spices, blend and cook for a few more minutes. Add broth and remaining ingredients, simmer for 30 minutes or until vegetables are cooked. Garnish with sprouted pumpkin seeds and black seed.

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2 TBS Olive Oil 1 Sweet onion, chop 2 tsp Cinnamon powder 2 tsp Cumin Powder 1 tsp Curry Powder 1 Bunch Kale, chop 6 cups Vegetable Broth 1” piece Turmeric Root, peel and chop 1” piece Ginger Root, peel and chop Chop: 3 Garlic cloves 28 oz Diced Tomatoes 3/4 C Dried Apricots 2# Sweet Potato 4 Carrots 1 Parsnip

HEALING POWERS OF ART

by Kelly Thiels of thewildsbend.com

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rt saved me, my heart, my relationship with my daughter, and my soul. I’ve always been a creative person, but that part of me died when my mother was diagnosed with terminal brain cancer.

I was also pregnant with my first daughter, I got a close look at the circle of life. I was no longer excited about my pregnancy, just another thing to deal with, along with the plethora of doctor appointments, chemo, illnesses, ER visits and sadness.

When my baby came three weeks early, I wasn’t prepared. I didn’t even have a car seat. The next 7 months was a terrible blur of breastfeeding, insomnia, my mom’s doctor appointments, chemo and hospital visits.

My mother confused my baby’s picture with a picture of her dog. Then it all came to an end when she passed away. My daughter was 7 months old. I was a shell of who I used to be as the darkest days of my life were upon me. I stopped creating, for 6 months, I made zero art.

One day, I went into my home studio, now covered in dust. I sat down, in complete silence, grabbed a ball of clay and let my hands start moving. I made a sculpture of my mother, complete with medication vials, bald heads and skinny legs. Tears ran down my face the entire time. After that came something new, birds. I told my story through birds, I’d make them angry and confrontational or tender, like a mother bird tending to her fledgling. I used birds to share emotions I couldn’t verbalize. Slowly, so slowly, I began to heal. I made hundreds upon hundreds of birds to share my narrative with the world. Some people truly connected, they would cry when they saw my work and heard my story.

It was part of their healing, too. I was so thankful my art was bringing connections to complete strangers. It meant the world to me to help heal their pain, too.

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