March 2021 Natural Awakenings Chicago Magazine

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Natural Awakenings is a family of 50+ healthy living magazines celebrating 26 years of providing the communities we serve with the tools and resources we all need to lead healthier lives on a healthy planet.

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22 DOWN TO EARTH

The Promise of Regenerative Organic Farming

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26 REGENERATIVE LABEL

Enters the Organic Food Arena

28 MINDFUL

CO-PARENTING TIPS

30 GOOD HEALTH

is More Than Skin-Deep

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31 FROM THE SLUMBER OF WINTER

to the Awakening of Spring

32 INDOOR EDIBLE GARDENING

Grow Veggies, Sprouts and Microgreens Year-Round

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38 ON A ROLL

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40 HEMP-DERIVED CANNABIDIOL

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arch is upon is! After the jarring reality of February’s snow and cold, it’s time for a literal breath of spring when a new season officially begins on March 20 at the equinox. As the winter started to ease its grip this past weekend, I was elated to carefully remove a snow pile and see Galanthus (aka snowdrops) bulbs emerging from beneath a layer of fall leaves in a brilliant green of fresh growth. Ahhhhhh!

Of course, as a lifelong Chicagoan, I know the old adage, “In like a lion, out like a lamb,” is often reversed with a late-season ice storm. Yet March brings an anticipation and excitement like no other month as we start to notice a gradual transition to warmth, daylight and a new season. By paying careful attention each day to the world outside, we can start seeing signs of the “regeneration” of life in our Midwest region.

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The words regenerative and regeneration are quickly becoming a very important theme in the worlds of farming, nutrition and medicine. The words have a variety of related meanings, but all pretty much boil down to the ability to be renewed, regrown or restored, particularly after being somehow damaged, degraded or lost. Regeneration can also relate to making a person, system or place more active, successful, positive and happier.

In this March issue of Natural Awakenings Chicago, we’re focused on food and nutrition, and the role of a practice called regenerative agriculture in restoring our soil, the ultimate health of our food supply, our own wellness and the planet itself. The organization Regeneration International (RegenerationInternational.org) is one of the driving forces behind the “Regen Ag” movement, and Ronnie Cummins, Regeneration International steering committee member, shares this on the organization’s homepage: “If you’ve never heard about the amazing potential of regenerative agriculture and land use practices to naturally sequester a critical mass of CO2 in the soil and forests, you’re not alone. One of the best-kept secrets in the world today is that the solution to global warming and the climate crisis (as well as poverty and deteriorating public health) lies right under our feet, and at the end of our knives and forks.”

We invite you to learn more about Regen Ag in our main feature, “Down to Earth: The Promise of Regenerative Farming,” by Sandra Yeyati. Local writer Bob Benenson further explores how we as consumers may soon be able to better decipher organic food labels in “Regenerative Label Enters the Organic Food Arena.” Plus, we take a look at the promise of regenerative healthcare in our exclusive online feature interview with Jeff Tkach, of the Rodale Institute (find that article at NAChicago.com).

If you can’t wait for late spring outdoor gardening, why not start some microgreens on your kitchen counter or a sunny windowsill? They are super-easy to grow, add a nutritious boost to salads, wraps or just on their own, and are guaranteed to give you a colorful pop of fresh green in your home! Be sure to check out our Conscious Eating department for more info and recipes for growing and enjoying greens and herbs indoors.

Again this month, I ask you to please take a walk outdoors every day to watch the wonders of the season unfold. Look for early spring bulbs, watch the tree blossoms begin their transitions, listen for the sounds of ice breaking on a pond at the forest preserve, hear a cardinal’s spring territorial sound, check the skies for a hawk in midair and savor the spring’s early signs.

Happy Spring!

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he CBG Institute for Dance and Health, in Highland Park, has added a Fitness Dance class at 9:30 a.m., on Thursdays, to their ballet, modern and tap classes. The one-hour program emphasizes low-impact, high-intensity, cardio dance and fitness routines accompanied by music. They alternate dance with resistance routines to build and maintain muscle and bone density. Teacher Penny Brichta holds certifications in ACE, Silver Sneakers, Jazzercise and Barre Connect. All classes are for people 50 and older and are currently presented live on Zoom.

Participants need lightweight dumbbells or water bottles filled with beans, sand or rocks, or even cans from the pantry.

For more information and to register for classes, visit CBG-Institute.org. See ad on page 45, in the Community Resource Guide and in the Business Directory at NAChicago.com.

Infinity Foundation Presentation on The Path to Wealth

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ay McCarthy, bestselling author of The Path to Wealth: Seven Spiritual Steps for Financial Abundance, will speak on The Path to Wealth: Spiritual Steps for Financial Abundance and Freedom, at 9 a.m., March 13, via Zoom.

Participants of the event, presented by the Infinity Foundation, will develop a daily spiritual practice to help establish and know how to reach their financial goals, recognize and partner with a characteristic of spirit as May McCarthy the source of intuition called the chief spiritual officer.

Working with this new partner, they will separate job responsibilities and experience more fun and freedom while focusing on how to achieve greater levels of success.

Cost: $50. For more information and registration, visit InfinityFoundation.org. A Zoom link will be emailed after registration. See ad in the Community Resource Guide and in the Business Directory at NAChicago.com.

EEA Wild & Scenic Film Festival Carries On

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he 12th annual EEA Wild & Scenic Film Festival will be livestreamed on the internet from 6:30 to 9 p.m., March 19 and 26. Films include the story of the first African American male to complete the Triple Crown of Hiking, how church forests in Ethiopia protect the lush biodiversity of old-growth forests and a community effort to keep an oil refinery closed after an explosion.

The nonprofit Evanston Environmental Association (EEA) is dedicated to supporting the programs of the Evanston Ecology Center and promoting environmental awareness. All proceeds from the film festival will support the Evanston Ecology Center.

Admission is $10 for individual; $18 for a couple or group; and $25 for EcoChampion (includes a donation to the EEA). Buy tickets at EvanstonEnvironment.org/filmfest.

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Pre-Order Locally Grown Plants Now for Seasonal Planting aste Marketing, Inc., dba Organic Food Club (OFC), is launching two innovative options this spring to help local gardeners get a jump start on the growing season. In addition, the club is expanding its offering of organic products from local and national vendors in a new, virtual market on its website OrganicFoodClub.com, slated to launch April 1.

Gardeners that join OFC as a member will be able to pre-order a curated selection of locally grown, greenhouse-started vegetable and flower seedlings that will be ready for seasonal planting. Orders are being taken now. OFC also offers an exclusive service for members to serve as their personal organic grower of fresh, seasonal veggies at its Highland Park and Lake Zurich locations.

A selection of vegetable, flower and herb plants will also be available for purchase in-season at the Lake Zurich greenhouses. OFC also offers the freshest-cut organic veggies available on the North Shore at its two garden locations, and also at the Ravinia and Deerfield farmers’ markets from June through October.

Annual membership cost is $35 for the season; plants and vegetables are additional and available for purchase at special member rates. OFC gift memberships also available. For more information, text 847-561-1302, contact OrganicFoodClubInfo@gmail.com or visit OrganicFoodClub.com.

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he inaugural Home-Based Food Entrepreneur National Virtual Conference will assist those starting a food business from their home kitchen, making and selling cookies, breads, jams, candies and other food products under their state’s cottage food law. Hosted by the nonprofit Renewing the Countryside, the four-day digital event will be held from April 6 through 9. Those registered by March 1 will be entered in a giveaway of the Homemade for Sale book.

Speakers include David Crabill, founder of Forrager.com; Alexia Kulwiec, executive director of the Farm to Consumer Legal Defense Fund; Erica Smith, lead attorney with the Institute for Justice; and Lisa Kivirist, co-author of Homemade for Sale.

An all-star lineup includes cottage food leaders and operators covering a range of topics such as marketing and pricing, business structure, new product ideas and insights on the future of the food freedom movement nationally. There will be opportunities to connect with others, enter a product photo contest and join specific state meet-ups.

Jan Joannides, executive director of Renewing the Countryside, says, “Whether you are an established cottage food business or just starting out, this gathering will provide the informational and inspirational boost to take your home-based food enterprise to the next level.”

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F Mom Certified Tiffany Hinton will conduct a Green Witch Goddess Garden Workshop live and in person from 2 to 5 p.m., April 10, where participants can learn how to create their own suburban homestead. They will receive instruction on how to build a raised garden bed, plan a garden and plant it for the summer harvest season.

Hinton will also discuss allergen-sensitive eating and the benefits of homegrown produce. This workshop imparts the skills and a community reach all growing season to produce a bountiful harvest and enjoyable experience in any backyard garden.

Limited to 20 people. Location: Hosted outdoors in Prospect Heights, masks suggested. To register, email Tiffany@MomCertified.net or visit Tinyurl.com/GreenWitchGarden.

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he 10th Annual Midwest Women’s Herbal Conference (MWHC), themed Healing the People, the Planet and the Plants, will be held virtually on May 7, 8 and 9, with instructors from around the world offering insights and ways to bring traditional healing practices into modern life. Preconference workshops are offered sooner.

Vandana Shiva, an international activist, author, scientist and ecofeminist, will be the keynote speaker. She will launch the event with a discussion of the health of people and the planet, including Q&A with the audience and the MWHC team. Indigenous activist and performance artist Lyla June will share insights about indigenous food systems and their health benefits, while elder herbalist and activist Rosemary Gladstar will talk about plant wisdom.

Workshop topics include Celtic Healing Wisdom, Chinese Medicine Practices, Ayurvedic Approaches, Myths and Truths About Cannabis, Vitalist Herbal Approaches, Insights from Finland and New Zealand, Indigenous Food and Herbal Traditions, Life Stages, from Birth to Death, The Wise Woman Approach and more.

Conference recordings can be purchased as Vandana Shiva part of registration. Early registration discounts, vendor and sponsorship opportunities are also available.

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“Mobile massage Candy Kessler is convenient and more practical, especially now,” she says.

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A licensed massage therapist, Kessler is a graduate of the Cortiva Massage Institute, has completed more than 750 hours of coursework and is a member of the American Massage Therapy Association.

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Consultants Pawli, from the Feng Shui School of Chicago & Florida and Create the Feeling Designs, and Monaco, from the Aligned Space, have each been in the feng shui consulting arena for more than 20 years, with students all over the world. Their new venture includes classes, a product line of vibrational sprays and future design accessories to activate home and office spaces according to feng shui guidelines.

For more information, email LauriePawli@gmail.com or visit CreateTheFeeling.com. See ad in the Community Resource Guide and in the Business Directory at NAChicago.com.

New Vegan TV Show Launches

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ational lifestyle personality, vegan enthusiast and author Maisha Wynn will host What’s on the Menu, Chef? a new program about vegan food, the power of love and forming human connections.

At a time when more people than ever are embracing veganism, the show will offer aspirational and practical guidance for those seeking to live a more abundant and well-balanced lifestyle.

Maisha Wynn According to a recent article in Vegan Food & Living, Veganuary, a campaign which challenges participants to eat vegan during January, saw a record-breaking 582,538 sign-ups in 2021, while some vegan meat brands have seen a year-over-year sales increase of more than 200 percent.

Wynn is the founder of LiveToWynn, a lifestyle consulting firm dedicated to inspiring, igniting and initiating change in others. She has shared her life story and vegan expertise on The Rachael Ray Show, KTLA 5 Los Angeles, Good Day Fox 5 DC, VegNews and more. She says, “With our new show, we hope to deliver a platform based on empathy and compassion, knowing the world needs these values now more than ever before.”

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Use Colored LED Lights to Relax

Try Ginger to Lower Diabetes Markers

Getting an MRI or CT scan is typically not a relaxing experience, and patient discomfort, anxiety or agitation can affect the quality of the image. Taking note of businesses that use lighting to create a mood, researchers from Pepperdine University demonstrated that patient unease in imaging centers can be modified with the use of colored LED lights. In a pilot study involving 35 subjects, 43 percent found blue lighting most relaxing, while 31 percent preferred yellow. The least relaxing lighting color was red, according to 69 percent of participants, followed by yellow (17 percent) and green (11 percent).

Each subject was given a handheld device to set the hue, intensity and brightness of lighting, and most chose blue. No patient preferred the standard bright, white lighting of healthcare environments.

“When given the opportunity to change a single aspect of the environmental or imaging facility experience, patients feel much more in control of the otherwise unfamiliar and uncomfortable setting,” write the authors in the Journal of Medical Internet Research.

Ginger root (Zingiber officinale), used historically in traditional medicine to treat indigestion and nausea, may also help people with Type 2 diabetes, suggests a new study from Brazil.

Researchers conducted a randomized, double-blind study of 103 people with Type 2 diabetes that were taking medications.

Those taking 1.2 grams of ginger powder for 90 days experienced a significant drop in the level of fasting blood sugar, total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol compared to those taking a placebo.

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In a study with important implications for underfed children in low-income countries and elsewhere, a new study in The BMJ medical journal found that six months of nutritional supplements can improve working memory and blood flow in children’s brains. Researchers from Tufts University travelled to villages in Guinea-Bissau, West Africa, where they gave 1,059 children, ages 1 through 7 years, a breakfast supplement high in plant polyphenols, omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins, minerals and protein. They compared results with children eating the standard local breakfast of rice or a common lower-quality supplement. They found that the enhanced nutritional supplement boosted cognition and increased cerebral blood flow in children younger than 4 and raised their hemoglobin concentration if they were anemic. Children older than 4 had improved body compositions—more lean tissue and less fat.

With at least 250 million children worldwide younger than 5 that are failing to reach their cognitive developmental potential, these results pose significant impacts for children’s education and national development in low-income countries, say the researchers.

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global briefs

Fishy Business

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The International Coral Reef Initiative (ICRI) has urged governments to take action to save the planet’s remaining coral reefs and their attendant fish populations, because collective human impacts are leaving fewer places untouched, with only 15 percent of the Earth’s land mass formally protected and global biodiversity declining at an unprecedented rate. To that end, a new online data platform, MERMAID (DataMermaid.org) helps scientists and management officials collect, organize and disseminate data on reef fish biomass and diversity, as well as the cover of hard corals, fleshy algae and other benthic groups—all identified by ICRI as key indicators of coral reef health, integrity and function.

The newly published 5th Global Biodiversity Outlook and other sources endorsed by the Intergovernmental Panel on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services clearly indicate that governments are failing to meet existing global targets for biodiversity and that critical ecosystems like coral reefs will be altered to the point that the biodiversity they harbor, and the services they provide, will be irreparably damaged.

Currently, only 2.5 percent of the world’s reefs are being actively protected.

The British-owned Bahamas Petroleum Company (BPC), under a license from the Bahamian government, has begun exploratory oil drilling as deep as 18,000 feet in an area southwest of Andros Island and 150 miles from South Florida. Eighteen members of the U.S. Congress, including the entire South Florida delegation, have warned Bahamian Prime Minister Hubert Minnis of the potential for severe, even catastrophic impact if a spill occurs.

BPC has made assurances that the exploratory well will be sealed and never used again after it completes its exploratory drilling, and supporters of the project say that the process is closely regulated and accidents are rare. Still, Floridians remember the 2010 Deepwater Horizon spill in the Gulf of Mexico that leaked an estimated 164 million gallons of oil and caused billions of dollars in economic and environmental damage. Even a minor accident that leads to a small oil spill could cost the state millions of dollars and disrupt tourism and businesses. Casuarina McKinney-Lambert, executive director of the Bahamas Reef Environment Educational Foundation, says that delicate areas of the Florida Keys would be particularly vulnerable to a spill.

Caribbean Offshore Drilling Threatens Florida Beaches

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Honey Bees Have a Dirty Secret

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Although honey bees symbolize prosperity, sustainability and environmentalism, and are vital to farmers, they also have a distressing effect on the environment— destabilizing natural ecosystems by competing with native bees. Thousands of beekeeping hobbyists and campaigns to save the bees provide honey bees much more media coverage than native pollinators. High densities of honey bee colonies increase competition with the native pollinators for forage, putting even more pressure on the wild species that are already in decline. Honey bees are extremely general foragers and monopolize floral resources, leading to exploitative competition where one species uses up a resource, not leaving enough to go around.

Sheila Colla, an assistant professor and conservation biologist at Toronto’s York University, tells Scientific American, “Beekeeping is for people; it’s not a conservation practice. People mistakenly think keeping honey bees, or helping honey bees, is somehow helping the native bees, which are at risk of extinction. The focus on neonics [pesticide] and honey bees has taken a ton of resources away from conserving wild pollinators from their most important threats.”

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The Benefits of Renewable Geothermal Energy Due to the ongoing decay of radioactive elements in the Earth’s core, temperatures 4,000 miles below the surface can reach 10,800° F. The molten magma we call lava carries enormous heat to the surface. But despite its enormous potential, geothermal energy supplied just 0.4 percent of U.S. electricity in 2019. In California, the perimeter of the inland Salton Sea lies several thousand feet above a mineral-rich cauldron of hot water that powers 10 geothermal plants. The state has emphasized wind and solar power while neglecting the development of geothermal plants, despite possessing our most productive geothermal fields.

The Massachusetts Institute of Technology estimated in 2007 that releasing just 2 percent of this untapped resource in sites around the country could supply 2,000 times our overall primary energy needs without needing any improvements in drilling technology. While the first geothermal plants in the 1960s drained reservoirs of their steam or water, binary plants—a new design from the 1980s—allow operators to extract the heat while maintaining the generating potential. Between 2006 and 2019, the U.S. Department of Energy spent only $1 billion on geothermal technology due to falling coal prices, a fraction of what was spent on fossil fuels and solar investment.

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Plug and Pedal

The Benefits of Using Electric Bikes Gas-guzzlers are the worst of vehicles, emitting harmful pollutants and using up non-renewable natural resources. An Earth-friendlier alternative for work commutes or pleasurable neighborhood spins is the e-bike, powered by pedaling and an electric motor. Reaching maximum speeds of 20 to 28 miles per hour and costing $400 and up, an electric bicycle offers a more scenic and easier ride that gets us to our destinations without trashing the planet.

Environmental Benefits Zero emissions. Electric bikes run on clean energy, eliminating the devastating carbon emissions associated with cars, vans, trucks and motorcycles.

Long-lasting power. The batteries last for years—much longer than traditional types. They don’t contain lead and can be recycled.

Easier on roads. Bikes are considerably lighter than larger vehicles and cause much less damage to infrastructure.

Health-Friendly Commuting E-bikes are a great way to bring some physical activity to an otherwise sedentary lifestyle. In a 2018 study, Swiss researchers found that commuters enjoyed similar cardiorespiratory improvements regardless of whether they used an electric bicycle or a conventional, non-motorized model. With the power assist, e-bikers were able to cycle at higher speeds and climb hills more easily, which also proved to be highly motivating.

Safety Tips Pay attention to traffic. Many car drivers may not expect a biker to reach 20 or more miles per hour. Ride defensively.

Be visible. Outfit the bike with lights and a bell and wear eye-catching clothing.

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Community Bike Share Set to Roll in Grayslake What began more than three years ago as a conversation between Grayslake resident Mary Klees and College of Lake County (CLC) Sustainability Manager David Husemoller about his idea for a community bike share program is taking shape and about to hit the road. “Grayslake Bikeshare is a way for our community to see something new and interesting. Something you don’t often see outside of big cities or university campuses,” says Klees. “It’s important to create collaboratively and sustainably so our community can become the best version of itself.”

Suburban residents can ride Divvy Bikes in Chicago, and the Grayslake program will be similar, with more than a dozen bicycles available on a short-term basis. The bike share is not limited to students or employees of CLC, it is for everyone in the community. Riding a bike creates zero CO2 emissions. Metra riders can jump on a bike at the station and proceed to their destination.

The pilot program will begin this spring with each group sponsoring a specific number of bikes and stations at the CLC Grayslake Campus, Grayslake Metra station, downtown Grayslake and Grayslake’s Central Park. Details on locations, number of bikes and cost of user fees are still being determined. Klees notes that none of the partners view this as a money-making venture, but rather a way to build community. The cost for riders is expected to be very affordable.

Shannon Bassi, an administrative assistant at the college who also has a passion for sustainability, says, “One of the best ways to help people understand how to incorporate sustainable practices into their lives, regardless of age or location, is through experience. A bike share is a fantastic tool for experiential learning.”

The CLC student government, health and wellness council and sustainability council are joining with the village of Grayslake, Grayslake Area Public Library District and Grayslake Community Park District for an initial two-year commitment.

CLC Wellness Labs coordinator and member of the health and wellness council Lisa Aguilar notes, “A bike share program provides increased physical activity, supports social wellness when riding with others, enhances awareness of environmental wellness and generally improves one’s outlook on life by reducing stress.” Klees hopes the program will grow to encompass more partners across Lake County.

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Give it a brake. With the added speed and power, slowing down well ahead of stop signs, lights and road crossings is a must.

Be careful on the mount and dismount. An e-bike is about 20 pounds heavier than a regular bike, so a step-through frame might make good sense, even for men.

Wear a helmet. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, head injury is the most common cause of death and serious disability in bicycle-related crashes.

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Start slow. Get a feel for the bike’s capabilities at lower speeds before cranking it up.

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The One Earth Film Festival will celebrate its 10th anniversary event from March 5 through 14 with the theme of 10 Years of Inspiring Change. Recognizing the festival’s evolution and stature, the parent organization, Green Community Connections, rebranded in February under the name One Earth Collective, with a new logo and website at OneEarthCollective.org. “The decision to rebrand reflects the fact that most people in the Chicago area know us by our work through the One Earth Film Festival,” says board member Carolyn McCormick.

The all-virtual festival will feature more than 25 outstanding short and feature-length films that shine a light on the most important issues of our time. Audiences can learn about solutions and actions to address climate, environmental justice, conservation, waste and more from the comfort of home, including filmmaker and expert Q&As.

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DOWN TO EARTH The Promise of Regenerative Organic Farming

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ith its dependence on chemical pesticides and fertilizers, heavy tilling techniques, concentrated animal feeding practices and mono-crops—all designed to maximize yields—conventional farming has come at a great cost. “Conventional intensive farming practices have significant negative consequences for the land and surrounding ecosystems,” says Richard Teague, Texas A&M professor of Ecosystem Science and Management. “By disrupting the natural function of these habitats, the valuable ecosystem services they provide are compromised.”

The way we’re growing food now is not sustainable. “According to the United Nations, we only have 60 harvests left before our soil is completely depleted. Years of conventional industrial agriculture have drained the soil dry of all of the organic matter, all the microbes, that microbiome that brings nutrients to our plants and to our planet as a whole,” says Margaret Wilson, content creation and media relations specialist at the Rodale Institute.

The UN also reported last year that agriculture and forestry were responsible for nearly a quarter of all greenhouse gas emissions. “Agriculture is a climate-intensive process and conventional practices make that even worse because they’re fossil fuel-intensive,” Wilson says. “They require a lot of machinery to plow fields and distribute pesticides.

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Fertilizers are fossil fuel-based. Tillage is a huge part of conventional agriculture, where you’re turning the soil over, and that releases carbon dioxide into the atmosphere.”

One third of the world’s land surface is considered desert, and according to Judith D. Schwartz, the Vermont author of The Reindeer Chronicles and Cows Save the Planet, most deserts are manmade. “If we look historically, we learn that most deserts

were once thriving grasslands or some other kind of ecosystem and became deserts after hundreds of years of poor grazing management or farming that was no longer putting nutrients back into the soil.”

The good news is that deserts can be brought back to life. In the state of Chihuahua, Mexico, where much of the land is degraded, ingenious ranchers have figured out a way to support healthy animals and plant biodiversity. “The ranchers were earning money by managing the livestock holistically in a way that was reviving the ecological function of these lands, so there were thick grasses, birds and butterflies flourishing right next to land that looked horrible—absolute deserts with a lot of erosion, the soil so depleted that it couldn’t hold water,” recalls Schwartz, who visited the area.

Regenerative organic farming holds great promise to rebuild soil, draw carbon from the atmosphere and ultimately grow healthier food. “When you take out the pesticides, fertilizers and intensive tilling, our farming systems trial concluded that regenerative organic agriculture uses 45 percent fewer fossil fuels and releases 40 percent fewer carbon emissions than conventional practices,” Wilson says, adding that a recent Rodale Institute white paper postulated that by transitioning all global crop and pastureland to regenerative management, we could sequester 100 percent of annual carbon dioxide emissions.

As the founder of the Rodale Institute, J.I. Rodale, said, “Healthy soil equals healthy food equals healthy people.” Soil restoration is job one, and we know how to do this. “The goal of regenerative farming is to farm and ranch in nature’s image,” says Gabe Brown, a North Dakota farmer and author of Dirt to Soil. He offers the following six principles to create a thriving, regenerating agricultural ecosystem:

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Context: “There’s a reason bananas do not grow in North Dakota. They don’t fit the context, whereas more spring wheat is grown in North Dakota than anywhere else.

You have to farm and ranch in your context.”

The least amount of mechanical and chemical disturbance possible: “Nature tills with earthworms and burrowing rodents, but it certainly doesn’t till the soil like we do in farming or even in gardening. Tilling is the worst thing you can do if you want to raise nutrient-dense food. Nature aerates the soil with the u se of living plants and soil aggregates. Those soil aggregates will only last about four weeks, then new ones need to be formed, and the only way to form them is by not tilling and allowing biology and fungi to secrete substances that help bind sand, silt and clay to form soil aggregates.”

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Armor on the soil: “Nature always tries to cover the soil, whether it be leaves in a forest or decaying plants in a pasture or field. Nature does not like bare soil.”

Diversity: “Where in nature do you see a monoculture? Usually only where man put it or man’s actions have driven it to be a monoculture. Nature is very diverse, so hundreds of different grasses, legumes all growing in harmony. We’ve gotten away from that. Now we plant monocultures. That’s not the way nature functions.”

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Livestock and insect integration: “Nature does not function properly without animals. Too many people think we have to remove the animals from the landscape.

That’s the worst thing you can do. What’s going to pollinate the plants? The way our rich soils were formed was with large herds of ruminants, grazing the plants. That plant, once grazed, starts sloughing off root exudates to attract biology, to regrow, and then that plant is able to cycle more carbon out of the atmosphere.”

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A living root being in the soil as long as possible throughout the year: “I go out in the spring here in North Dakota, and you’ve got crocuses coming up through the snow. That’s nature’s way of trying to take the solar energy and all of these compounds out of the atmosphere, and through photosynthesis convert it into carbon to feed soil biology.”

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Brown waxes poetic when he talks about the amazing results of regenerative farming. “Healthy soil looks like dark chocolate cake.

It’s full of pore spaces. Healthy soil is dark because of the amount of carbon in it. It smells good, whereas unhealthy soil is very compacted. There’s no pore spaces. Water cannot infiltrate into it. It’s a dull, pale color. You can see it, you can smell it, you can feel it.”

According to Wilson, the Rodale Institute is poised to help farmers adopt these principles and make them profitable. “People say regenerative organic isn’t scalable, but through our farming systems trial, we’re proving that you can do this on a large scale.

It might require customization, but that’s why we’re investing so much in providing support and research to farmers to help them navigate that, and we’re seeing that scalability is not a barrier to implementation because so many big companies like Dr. Bronner’s and Patagonia are starting to implement these practices because people are demanding it. The market finds a way to make it doable and as long as we keep up our consumer education and show people that this is a benefit to everybody, I think large-scale farmers and corporations that buy their products will respond.”

Last year, Graham Christensen’s father gave him and his brother full control of a 750-acre farm in Oakland, Nebraska, that has been in the family since 1867. Over the decades, the farm has seen many changes, but the biggest transformation is still to come, as the brothers eagerly transition their once conventional operation into a regenerative organic one.

The family began to incorporate a few innovations 12 years ago when they stopped tilling the land and adopted solar energy, but this year they’ll take bolder steps to eliminate their dependence on GMO seeds and chemical fertilizers and pesticides which over the years have reduced organic matter levels in the soil and led to increased and unhealthy nutrient levels in their waterways.

“For the first time, we’ll be cover-cropping 612 acres and expanding habitats for wildlife, especially in some riparian areas, so we can get more roots in the soil and have better filtration and cleaner water,” Christensen explains. “We’re going to produce nutrients by building a biodiverse ecosystem and we’re incorporating animal grazing systems to help us fertilize naturally rather than having to add synthetics like nitrogen and phosphorus.”

They have planted a 100-tree hazelnut orchard that they hope to expand as a tree crop. “That’s going to help us stop soil erosion, store more carbon in the ground, produce another form of income and also be able to fit right into our cropping system, virtually taking out no extra land; just creating a higher layer, so now we’re farming higher in the air.”

The transition is not without its risks, Christensen adds. “Farms like ours have been heavily subsidized by the federal government to ship our grain to other countries. What we’re trying to do now is produce more small grains and hazelnuts for a regional market and reintroduce livestock to the land—not in confinement—so we can focus more on feeding people in our local community and in Omaha or Lincoln or Kansas City or Des Moines.”

Sandra Yeyati, J.D., is a professional writer. Reach her at SandraYeyati@gmail.com.

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Chicago nonprofit FamilyFarmed (FamilyFarmed.org) made regenerative agriculture the subject of the opening symposium at its Good Food EXPO. These three pillars of the ROC label are shared widely by all Good Food Movement advocates:

REGENERATIVE LABEL Enters the Organic Food Arena

by Bob Benenson

For nearly a quarter century, the U.S. Department of Agriculture has provided its USDA Organic label to products that minimize chemical inputs and are not genetically modified (GMO). The green-and-white seal helped organic food to grow from a niche to the $50 billion-plus industry it is today.

n SOIL HEALTH: “Use of regenerative practices like cover crops, crop rotation and conservation tillage. Builds organic matter and promotes biodiversity with no synthetic inputs. Excludes soil-less systems.” n ANIMAL WELFARE: “Protects the ‘five freedoms,’ grass-fed and pasture-raised, no concentrated animal feeding operations (CAFO, aka factory farms) or extensive transport, suitable shelter.” n SOCIAL FAIRNESS: “Ensures fair payments and living wages for farmers and farmworkers, safe working conditions, capacity building and freedom of association.”

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oon, consumers will start seeing another label: Regenerative Organic Certified (ROC). Advocates say it takes organic agriculture’s emphasis on soil health; promotes carbon sequestration in soil, which could reduce the risks of global climate change; and adds other Good Food Movement principles such as animal welfare and fairness to farm workers.

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standard for agriculture certification.”

The Institute sparked the creation in 2018 of the Regenerative Organic Alliance (RegenOrganic.org), a nonprofit “made up of experts in farming, ranching, soil health, animal welfare and farmer and worker fairness.” A pilot project involving 22 farm and food companies launched in 2019 persuaded the Alliance to initiate a formal ROC program which the alliance administers.

Regenerative agriculture also captured attention from leading Good Food advocates. The 2018 Natural Products Expo West (ExpoWest.com), in Anaheim, California, had five panels on the topic, and

It will, however, take time before we will know whether regenerative agriculture emerges as “Organic Plus” or becomes an adjunct to the USDA Organic label (as well as another recently launched label, Real Organic, administered by the Real Organic Project [RealOrganicProject.org], which like ROC, is only applied to foods that originate in soil, excluding hydroponic and aeroponic production).

The ROC label is just now being rolled out. Alexandre Family Farm (Alexandre FamilyFarm.com), an eco-dairy farm in Crescent City, California, that was part of the pilot project, launched its official ROC label on February 1.

The Illinois Stewardship Alliance (ISA; IlStewards.org) is a nonprofit advocacy group with this mission: to find, connect, train and amplify the leadership of farmers and eaters that use their choices and their voices to shape a more just and regenerative local food and farm system. The Alliance is a founding member of the Regenerate Illinois (RegenerateIllinois.org) network of farmers, nonprofits, businesses and researchers.

ISA Executive Director Liz Moran Stelk says, “Labels like ROC are essential to re-

ward farmers who are doing the right thing and for consumers who can afford it to find food they trust.” She notes, “But it can’t be a diversion from the fundamental policy changes we need in order for those protections to become industry-wide standards.

Food that’s healthy, affordable and reflects our values shouldn’t be relegated to the specialty aisle—it should be the whole store.”

Many Organic-certified farmers in the Chicago foodshed are taking a wait-and-see approach. One of these is Jen Miller, who with husband Jeff Miller, owns Prairie Wind Family Farm (PrairieWindFamilyFarm.com) at the Prairie Crossing conservation com-

munity in north suburban Grayslake.

Prairie Wind is a 40-acre farm with 12 to 15 acres in production that according to Miller grow 125 varieties of vegetables, as well as cover crops designed to the “particular nutrient needs of each field’s soil.”

The farm is certified for both the USDA Organic and Real Organic labels.

Miller, who also serves as managing director of the Liberty Prairie Foundation (LibertyPrairie.org), says, “We use regenerative farming techniques to improve soil health and life, building thriving ecosystems and producing nutritious food in ways that are sustainable for those who produce the food and eat the food.” She advises, “We consider ourselves to be ecological or conservation-minded farmers.

We strive to give more than we take, and we mean that in terms of stewardship of our land, care for our community, care for our animals and sharing knowledge with other farmers.”

About whether Prairie Wind will pursue the ROC label, she says, “We’d like to know more about the certification and its implementation on farms like ours first to provide a better perspective.”

Harold Wilken has spearheaded the transition of thousands of acres of east-central Illinois to organic grain growing, and his decades-long dedication to soil health at his Janie’s Farm (JaniesFarm.com), in Danforth, gained him regard as a model for regenerative agriculture. Wilken, who also operates Janie’s Mill (JaniesMill.com), in Ashkum, Illinois, which produces high-quality USDA Organic flours for the retail market, sees “organic” and “regenerative” as virtually synonymous when it comes to the crucial issue of soil health.

“One of the biggest benefits of going organic is seeing the change in the land,” Wilken says. “We end up transitioning some new land every year for new landowners, and it still never ceases to amaze me how we take the land from kind of a barren soil with no life in it and make it into organic.”

Whether the ROC label ultimately supplements or supersedes the USDA Organic label, it is another strong indication that sustainable agriculture is a rising tide.

Bob Benenson is a longtime Good Food writer and advocate who lives in Chicago.

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“game” them. In these situations, the best course of action is to touch base with the other parent first before making a decision.

The same goes for punishment. A punishment lacks effectiveness if it is not enforced in both homes, and disparate enforcement only reinforces to the child that parents can be played against each other.

by Leah D. Setzen

Communicate with the other parent—but quality matters more than quantity: The most successful

Co-Parenting Tips

co-parenting involves knowing when to involve the other parent and when to take a step back and not micromanage. There are many online tools and apps that can be used for parental communication, even when it may be difficult to have in-person or telephone conversations. Many courts will order divorced parents to use these tools, which also have features such as shared calendars and uploading capability for receipts for reimbursement. But inundating the other parent with multiple messages per day may wind up having a chilling effect on communication. The best way to communicate is to consider it a business relationship and keep the information brief and fact-based, omitting emotion from the communication and focusing on the child’s needs.

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As the weather gets warmer and families start to come out of hibernation, concerns naturally arise for divorcing and divorced parents about how to navigate parenting separately but together for upcoming holidays, school events and summer.

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tudies abound that show the best indicator of well-adjusted children of divorce is having parents that cooperate with each other without conflict. A recent study from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign found that children of high-conflict families fare worse than children in low-conflict families, and post-divorce conflict has a strong influence on children’s adjustment.

For separated or divorced parents that want their children to be well-adjusted, there are several important ways to successfully co-parent.

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Avoid conflict with the other parent: According to a study by the

University of California, Berkeley, ongoing conflict between divorced parents is extremely detrimental to the children, particularly when the children have frequent access to both parents that are hostile and uncooperative with each other. Children should not be used as messengers between the parents. While the romantic relationship with the other parent may be over, the parental relationship lasts a lifetime.

Treating the other parent with respect, even during a disagreement, will pay dividends down the road.

Don’t speak negatively about the other parent to or in front of the children:

Parents do not always appreciate that children are always listening and observing them. Consistently badmouthing the other

parent to the children can have long-term negative effects, and may morph into parental alienation, which, according to Psychology Today, is when one parent “programs” a child to denigrate the other parent in order to undermine and interfere with the child’s relationship with the other parent. Not only does this denigration result in the child’s emotional rejection of the targeted parent, but the alienation has the potential to result in a court modifying parenting issues and transferring physical custody of the child to the alienating parent.

The best way to successfully co-parent children is to remember that parenting is a team sport. Treating team members with respect and consideration is an investment in children’s good mental health and adjustment for years to come.

Leah D. Setzen is a writer, community activist and award-winning, family law attorney at Grunyk Family Law, in Naperville. Connect at GrunykLaw.com/leah-d-setzen.

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arch 20 is the first day of spring, but temperatures in Chicago can still be very low, and many people have trouble caring for their skin.

Constant temperature changes, frost, wind and UV rays may affect all skin types, making it rough and oversensitive. Here are some internal and external tips on how to enjoy healthy and beautiful skin.

Control water temperature: Hot showers are relaxing, but hot water may destroy the protective barrier on the skin, leading to more water loss and dehydration. Skip shower facial routines and continue them by the sink with more tepid water.

Avoid over-exfoliation: When skin is feeling dry and flaky, most people will grab a scrub to slough away the rough texture.

Constantly dry, flaking skin is a sign of dehydration, so instead of concentrating on exfoliation, focus more on moisturizing and retaining water with lipid-rich barrier repair creams.

Use toners: Toners are usually designed to balance the skin’s natural pH; unfortunately, they are often based with alcohol, which excessively dries and degreases the skin.

Floral waters and hydrolates are a better option, even for oily skin.

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Properly apply skincare products: It’s important that after we cleanse the skin to immediately apply toner and layer on serum and moisturizer while still damp. This locks in all the moisture, preventing water from evaporating and having that tight, itchy feeling.

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Don’t skip SPF: We may think that wearing sun protection in the winter is unnecessary, but snow can reflect 80 percent of UV radiation. Remember to apply a moisturizer with SPF to avoid damage to the skin any time of the year.

Use a humidifier: The principle of this inconspicuous device is simple: fill with water that turns into steam and releases the moisturizing vapor until the humidity in the room is at an appropriate level—between 40 percent and 60 percent.

Nourish from the inside: The condition of our skin is influenced by a proper diet, so it is important that it be well-balanced and varied. Vitamins, minerals and other nutrients take care of our skin from the inside. Drink plenty of water, and avoid sugary and carbonated drinks. If there are issues with dry skin on the face and body, it’s important to check if we are consuming enough essential fatty acids. This may lead to loss of firmness, elasticity, dry skin and the development of psoriasis, dermatitis and eczema. The skin’s permeability also increases, reducing its resistance to external factors such as inflammation, infection and contact allergies.

These deficiencies in fatty acids can also cause acne, because the keratinization process is disturbed and sebum becomes less fluid, leading to obstruction of the sebaceous glands, the formation of blackheads and the development of inflammation. The pH of the skin changes as well, which may favor colonization of bacteria and fungi, which also induce inflammation. That is why it is so important to properly supply them with the key elements that include omega-3 acids (EPA, DHA and ALA), which have anti-inflammatory properties and regulate numerous processes in the body, including the function of the immune system.

Paulina Iannotta, a holistic licensed esthetician since 2010, is the founder and owner of Holistic Skin Expert, in Naperville. See ad in the Community Resource Guide and in the Business Directory at NAChicago.com.

or write a handwritten note to let them know we’re thinking about them until the time we can meet in person. Begin planning for garage sales to raise money for a nearby food pantry, or to raise money to purchase gift certificates from struggling small restaurants for those in need.

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Gardeners, start sowing seeds indoors: Plant indoors eight to 10 weeks before the last frost date or outdoors two to four weeks before the last frost date. Spring is a joyous time of new growth and birth, and growing our own garden is a lovely way to stay connected to the earth and provide clean, healthy food for ourselves and our family.

other Earth is awakening from the depths of her winter hibernation with nutrients stirring as she massages and softens the shells of seeds beginning their journey toward the surface. Life-giving compost covering the ground and sap stored in the trunks of trees are beginning to thaw and slowly transition the natural world from the slumber of winter to the first awakenings of spring. This eternal process can provide a roadmap to follow so that we may also awake, flourish and blossom like our surroundings. Chinese medicine philosophy provides some lessons.

Choose foods that support the wood phase: Spring is an excellent time for a cleanse, and the best way to start is by adding more dark, green leafy vegetables, celery, citrus fruits and berries, as well as fermented vegetables like sauerkraut and kimchi.

Enjoy daily downtime: Winter belongs to the water phase in Chinese medicine and governs the kidney and bladder organ networks (our power source). In the Chinese medicine daily body clock, the best time to replenish this energy is between 3 and 7 p.m. This is why we feel an energy lull and want to grab an afternoon cup of coffee or chocolate. A better option is to choose a short rest period of 20 to 30 minutes in the late afternoon to recharge our batteries, along with the simple restorative yoga pose of Legs Against Wall (Tinyurl.com/LegsAgainstTheWall).

Learn something new: Spring is a time for new growth, expansion and individuation, and learning a new skill helps push us to grow in new ways and gives us something new to share with others.

Polly Liontis is a senior shiatsu practitioner and instructor with Zen Shiatsu Chicago, located at 818 Lake St., in Evanston, as well as a Himalayan Institute-trained yoga and meditation instructor and avid amateur gardener. See ad on the back cover, in the Community Resource Guide and in the Business Directory at NAChicago.com.

Choose foods with high water content: Warm soups, bone broth, legumes and kelp are nourishing to the bones, governed by the water element. The addition of fish and other seafood nourish the water element, as well.

Take time to honor our ancestors: The water phase governs our lineage, and the isolation of winter is an excellent time to reach out and reconnect over the phone, Zoom or Facetime.

Contemplate, write down thoughts and daydream: The longer nights and ample darkness in winter invite us to enjoy more luxurious sleep, periods of rest during the day and the time to daydream.

Now is the time to make an action plan, organize our schedule and consider actions to make our vision come to life.

Recirculate, repurpose, donate and give freely to others: One of the virtues of the water phase is the wise use of our resources, and one of the virtues of the wood phase is to practice benevolence. We tackle our “spring cleaning”, to clear away the detritus from storage closets. This allows us to give to others what might fill their needs instead of taking up space in our closets.

Improve the lives of those around us: On the mental plane, extra meditation time allows us the opportunity to lift up a generous thought about someone else, a specific prayer for their well-being

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As we transition to spring, the wood phase, here are some tips to ease the transition:

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erect a trellis for vining plants like cucumbers, wiring it up with screw eyes.

Mini-Greens, Major Nutrients Many health-conscious gardeners are drawn to sprouts and microgreens for their nutritional benefits, as they contain as much as 40 times the nutrients as their full-grown counterparts. Sprouts can easily be grown with or without soil, and are eaten before the first tiny cotyledon leaves emerge, whereas microgreens are harvested later, often just before or after the first true leaves, the second pair, pop up.

“Sprouted greens grown at home are the freshest food you’ll ever eat. Being able to grow your own salads is also a lot of fun in the winter, to see the wonderful colors growing on your shelf,” says Peter Burke,

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here’s no need to wait until the last frost date to sow a kitchen garden. Impatient gardeners or those without outdoor space can grow almost anything indoors with a little light and creativity.

“You can start many edible plants from seed on a sunny windowsill, even in late winter. You’ll be surprised how quickly everything germinates this time of year,” says Zia Allaway, the British author of Indoor Edible Garden: Creative Ways to Grow Herbs, Fruits, and Vegetables in Your Home.

Herbs, tomatoes, cucumbers and peppers are among the many foods that can be easily grown from seed indoors, according to Allaway. Many fruiting plants that are not self-pollinating, such as cucumbers, need a boost from hand pollination if growing them indoors. Allaway adds, “When growing any plants on a windowsill, rotate them periodically so they grow evenly, as they will turn toward the light.”

While crops like garlic, beets and carrots won’t reach maturity indoors, they can still be grown inside for their tasty, nutritious leaves. To grow garlic shoots, for example, remove the papery outer case and submerge the flat end of a garlic bulb in a container of water, leaving the top exposed to air. Within a few weeks, garlicky-flavored shoots will sprout up that can be harvested and used like chives, advises Allaway.

To maximize space, she suggests growing plants vertically, perhaps by hanging bushy herbs or trailing plants in a window basket. She has also used interior walls to

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Tasty, Sprout-Inspired Recipes Noodle Soup with Coconut, Sprouts and Shoots Yield: 4 servings 1 8¾ oz pack of noodles 1 Tbsp canola oil 1 carrot 2 tsp red curry paste Canola oil, for frying 1 13½ oz can coconut milk 1 tsp tomato purée 2 Tbsp fish sauce (or Japanese soy sauce) 1 vegetable stock cube 1 tsp sugar 1¼ cups water 2 tsp freshly squeezed lime juice 1 red bell pepper About 7 oz mung bean sprouts Pea and radish shoots, for garnish Prepare the noodles according to the instructions on the package. Drain off the water, and mix the noodles with the oil.

Peel and thinly slice the carrot. In a saucepan, cook the curry paste and carrot in some oil for about 1 minute.

Add in the coconut milk, tomato purée, fish sauce, stock cube, sugar and water, and cook for about 5 minutes. Add in the lime juice.

Halve, seed and julienne the bell pepper; add it to the soup. Divide the noodles between the bowls, add the soup and sprinkle with sprouts and shoots.

Water your heart's little sprouts instead of your doubts. ~Jan Lee Logan

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the Calais, Vermont, author of Year-Round Indoor Salad Gardening: How to Grow Nutrient-Dense, Soil-Sprouted Greens in Less Than 10 Days.

Burke’s tried and true method is to plant a small amount of seed every day from a mix of sunflower, peas, radish, buckwheat and brassicas like broccoli or kohlrabi, providing a steady supply of his family’s daily dose of greens. While some gardeners grow sprouts or microgreens directly on paper towels or coconut coir, Burke prefers using a store-bought, germination soil mix, spread up to two inches deep in reusable trays, watered once a day and grown without artificial light.

Many seeds commonly found in the home pantry can be turned into sprouts and shoots, says Lina Wallentinson, the Swedish author of Sprouts, Shoots and Microgreens: Tiny Plants to Grow and Eat in Your Kitchen.

“Mustard seeds from the spice shelf, whole lentils in all colors, chickpeas and yellow peas can all be easily grown for sprouts and shoots without any special equipment,” she says.

Seeds can be put into wide-mouthed jars, soaked overnight, and then drained and rinsed two to three times a day. Germination of seeds into sprouts, from mung beans to quinoa, can typically take less than 24 hours with this method.

Sprouts and microgreens make great toppers for salads, soups, sandwiches or smoothies, and they can also be cooked.

“Newly sprouted mung and lentil seeds with a short ‘tail’ are perfect to flash-fry and season with soy, chili and a little sesame oil as an alternative to rice or pasta,” says Wallentinson. “Sprouts are also nice to bake with. Like seeds and nuts, they give a good little chew in all kind of breads.”

Whether growing sprouts, microgreens or full-sized plants, Allaway advises home gardeners to make drainage holes at the bottom of the containers to avoid overwatering. “It’s better to underwater than overwater a plant, because once it starts to rot, it’s game over. There is also research showing that a little stress from occasional underwatering can trigger the plant to produce more phytochemicals, which are nutritionally beneficial,” she says.

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Green Smoothie Bowl Here’s a recipe that contains both sprouts and shoots. The buckwheat provides a little extra satiety. Top the bowl with some poppy seeds, grated coconut, nuts and berries.

Yield: 2 bowls Approx. 1¼ cup mild, tender shoots such as broccoli, chia, pea or sunflower 2 frozen bananas 3½ oz frozen mango, diced 2 Tbsp buckwheat sprouts 6¾ oz mild plain yogurt (3 percent) or coconut or almond milk Hemp hearts, poppy seeds, grated coconut, nuts and frozen red and/or black currants, for topping Blend shoots, bananas, mango, sprouted buckwheat and yogurt until smooth using a countertop or immersion blender.

Pour into bowls and top with hemp hearts, poppy seeds, nuts, coconut and berries.

Sprouted Hummus Yield: about 6.75 fluid oz (nearly 1 cup) 7 oz sprouted chickpeas (or yellow peas) 1 garlic clove 2 Tbsp tahini 2 Tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice ½ tsp sambal oelek ½ tsp cumin ½ tsp salt 4 Tbsp olive oil Put the sprouted peas in a small saucepan and cover them with water.

Bring the water to a boil and cook the peas for 10 minutes.

Pour off the water.

Peel and finely chop the garlic. Mix the peas in a food processor or with an immersion blender, along with the garlic, tahini, lemon juice, sambal oelek, cumin, salt and oil. Dilute with some water if the hummus seems too thick.

Option: Turmeric adds a nice yellow color to hummus. But sample the hummus as you add it in—some enjoy the taste of turmeric, others less so. Start with ½ teaspoon per recipe.

Recipes excerpted from Sprouts, Shoots & Microgreens: Tiny Plants to Grow and Eat in Your Home Kitchen, by Lina Wallentinson.

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Natural Awakenings recommends using organic, non-GMO (genetically modified) and non-bromated ingredients whenever possible.

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AntiInflammatory, detox and weight control meal plans

Dairy-Free Roasted Tomato Soup 3-4 lb cherry tomatoes 1 large onion, chopped into large chunks 4 fresh garlic cloves, peeled and left whole 3 Tbsp avocado oil 2 cups chicken bone broth or vegetable broth Celtic sea salt Ground black pepper Olive oil for drizzling Fresh basil, thyme or oregano for garnish Preheat oven to 425° F. Wash tomatoes and dry with paper towel, then place on parchment-lined baking sheet. Add onion and whole garlic cloves to pan, then drizzle with avocado oil, sea salt and fresh ground pepper.

Move pan around to make sure all tomatoes, onion and garlic are coated with oil.

Place in oven to roast for 45 minutes.

While tomatoes are roasting, place 2 cups of bone broth on the stove and heat, then set aside.

Once tomatoes are done, carefully pick up the sides of the parchment paper and dump the roasted vegetables into a high-powered blender, making sure every last bit of juice is added.

Blend on low and slowly start to add in the broth until you’ve reached the desired consistency.

Once done, pour soup into a stainless steel pan over medium heat, and make sure it’s heated to your liking. Add more Celtic sea salt and fresh ground pepper as needed.

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Good soup is one of the prime ingredients of good living. ~Louis P. DeGouy

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A Cup of Tea a Day Keeps the Doctor Away

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Queen Elizabeth is still on the throne in England at age 94. A businessman and philanthropist recently died in the UK at age 100. It may be that one of Great Britain’s greatest and most beloved rituals, “tea time”, with scones with clotted cream aside, could be responsible for such longevity.

For years, various studies have shown the numerous health benefits of drinking tea instead of coffee. That’s one reason why, according to Statistica, tea is now the second most widely consumed beverage worldwide, following only water.

Moreover, wholesale tea sales in the U.S. alone have skyrocketed to nearly $13 billion last year with much more growth expected in the next decade.

Still, as TeaDrunk founder Shunan Teng points out, tea isn’t exactly penicillin; it’s much more like chicken soup. “In China, we don’t always drink tea when you’re sick. It’s not medicine and we know it can’t actually cure anything,” she says, “It’s more a preventive measure in that in does things like improve our immune system, lower diabetes and high blood pressure, and makes us feel more relaxed.”

While all teas are not equal (and herbal teas, like chamomile, are not really teas at all), Teng recommends that drinkers stick to high-quality, loose-leafed variety of yellow, white, green and oolong types to maximize both effectiveness and oral pleasure.

“Real tea has three main compounds,” notes Teng. “There’s catechin, which is where tea gets both most of its antioxidants and its taste. Then there’s L-Theanine, an amino acid that is otherwise rare in nature, which is particularly good for one’s neurological health and is often used as a supplement in Asian countries to help reduce anxiety and depression. And finally, of course, tea does have caffeine, which in the right amounts has long been recognized as something that can be brain healthy and is often good for things like curing minor headaches. So, the trick is finding the right tea where these elements work together to give you both an alert mind and a relaxed body, along with great taste.”

Teng adds that she’s aware that many people seeking this particular combination head straight for green tea. On whether it’s the right choice, “It can be, since green has higher ratio of catechin than many other teas,” says Teng, adding that she recommends her customers now try Gua Pian (aka melon-seed tea), a rare loose-leafed green variety that rivals the taste and health benefits of the now-popular matcha.

“But no matter what you choose,” she concludes, “a high-quality tea should be part of anyone’s overall healthy diet.”

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These days, a specific type of tea called kava—made from a member of the nightshade family of plants native to the South Pacific islands— has become extremely popular due to the belief that it relieves stress. In large cities, including New York and Miami, entire “bars” are devoted to drinking kava. Experts wonder whether this is really a wise move.

“While we don’t fully know how they work, the kavalactones are the superstars of this plant and are said to leave the body in a relaxed state of euphoria after drinking the tea,” says noted cookbook author and TV host Christina Pirello. “Further, there are definitely studies that suggest that kava tea can help to reduce and treat anxiety, protect neurons from damage related to stress and can help manage pain by reducing the pain sensation, all with no evidence of addiction.

Kava is also credited with aiding sleep and can be effective as an alternative to traditional sleep aids because of its calming effects on the brain. It also seems to work without the subsequent drowsiness that can be a side effect of those various sleep aids.”

Yet, there’s more that needs to be considered. “Even in liquid form, kava has been known to have some side effects. It can interfere with various medications, so it’s advised not to take kava with anti-depressants or with alcohol,” adds Pirello. “Other studies show it can have an adverse effect on the liver, which can be very dangerous. In fact, this research shows that staying under 250 milligrams of kava a day is the safest way to enjoy its benefits while minimizing any risks to your precious liver. In short, while kava may be quite good for you, it’s not all euphoria.”

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Try Refreshing Herbal Tea Beverages for a Daily Health Boost

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any of our favorite herbal teas are more than tasty. They actually have benefits to our health. The exciting news as we move into spring is that we are able to plant the herbs in our own gardens to enjoy fresh tea from home. In the spirit of embracing our inner green witch, we can take the path of the naturalist, the herbalist and the healer as we reach for a homegrown herbal tea. Many health benefits have research behind them. For instance, hibiscus may lower blood pressure, peppermint may relieve a headache and basil may open the sinuses, allowing easier breathing.

These are a few herbs and their potential health benefits that may not be as widely known: Basil: mental focus Dandelion: cleansing Marshmallow Root: digestive relief Rose: relaxing Rosemary: focus

Here are some tea recipes to make at home with herbs grown easily in the backyard. Organic herbs are also readily available in stores, online or through a local co-op or farmers’ market. Use either fresh or dried herbs in tea; adjust quantities to taste when using dried as flavors may be more concentrated. Adjust the ingredient quantity based on the number of servings.

Digestive Tea 1 part peppermint 1 part basil 1 part dill seed 1 cup boiling water Steep 7 to 10 minutes, strain and enjoy.

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Mental Focus Tea 1 part rosemary ½ part spearmint 1 cup boiling water Steep 5 to 7 minutes, strain and drink.

Hibiscus Rose Latte 1 cup coconut mil 1 hibiscus tea bag or leaves of plant 2 tsp rose water 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 tsp coconut oil 1 tsp maple syrup 1 tsp organic rose petals Bring coconut milk to a light boil in a pan, and then steep the hibiscus tea in the coconut milk for 5 to 7 minutes. Remove hibiscus. Blend with the rest of the ingredients except rose petals in a blender or with a frother. Sprinkle with rose petals. Enjoy.

Recipes courtesy of Tiffany Hinton, GF MomCertified. Connect on social media @gfmomcertified.

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Foam Rollers Ease Pain and Workout Recovery

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oam rolling—rolling parts of the body on top of a lightweight foam cylinder—targets trigger points or painful knots in muscles and is a valuable tool for reducing chronic pain and enhancing workout recovery. From sciatica to pelvic floor dysfunction, there is a foam roller for almost every condition, including low- to high-density, heated and textured types for massage-like benefits.

Research during the past several years shows that using foam rollers before or after exercise quells fatigue, improves joint mobility, lowers risk of injury and eases muscle soreness. Its effectiveness is attributed to the activation of the central nervous system resulting in better circulation and reduced inflammation.

“Foam rollers are used to relieve tension in the fascia (connective tissue), ‘roll’ out sore muscles and provide a soothing, self-controlled, soft-tissue massage,” says Amber Kivett, owner of Kivett Kinetic Solutions, in Monrovia, Indiana. “They can 38

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also be used for proprioception, balance, flexibility, core stability training and most importantly, natural pain relief.”

Freeing the Body Fascia, the body’s all-pervasive connective tissue, tightens like an invisible net from injury and other stresses and can adhere to the underlying muscles, creating pain and restriction. “Foam rolling has the power to change and realign the 12 fascial lines responsible for human movement and support,” says Kivett. “Those same fascial lines also sense and transmit pain and emotion far greater than any nerve or muscle and respond well to foam rolling. There’s an emotional and spiritual release in the body when fascia is compressed and released. That response facilitates a structural change to human alignment and an immediate change in pain levels for all types and causes of pain.”

Foam rollers offer an opportunity for self-care, according to Los Angeles fitness trainer Ashley Borden. “Foam rolling is one of the best ways to troubleshoot your own body, keep it healthy and mobile.

Using an inexpensive tool like a foam roller not only feels good, but it also connects you to your body. Foam rolling the entire body encourages circulation and an immediate feeling of relief afterwards. My clients who don’t like to work out are usually surprised how good they feel post-rollout and feel encouraged to do more.” She cites research that shows that a dynamic warm-up, paired with the use of foam rollers before and after workouts, amplifies recovery and aids in the repair of muscular micro-tears.

For Rafal Augustynowicz, founder of TeamRAF Fitness, in Kent, England, it’s about counteracting lifestyle stresses. “The foam roller is a beautiful and great tool, especially in the 21st century, when we sit too many hours. It is a great tool to get our mobility and our posture back to normal.”

Recovery, Joint Pain and Sciatica Gently rolling targeted muscles below and above specific joints can help to resolve certain types of pain, including in the knee.

“Many times, when a person has pain in the knee, it’s more than likely they have tight muscles elsewhere—calves, inner thighs, hip flexors or glutes—and the pain shows up in the knee,” says Augustynowicz. “Foam rolling and using a massage ball have saved me many times when I had a lot of problems with my back, neck, hip and a dislocated shoulder.”

The practice can help ease sciatica, a sometimes-excruciating condition. “Most cases of sciatic pain are caused by tight muscles deep in the buttocks, including the piriformis muscle,” says Kivett. “The sciatic nerve travels through the piriformis, so if it’s tight, it will cause a sensation similar to that of sciatica nerve pain. A foam roller can be used along the back, throughout the buttocks and the legs to relieve tension, soften tissues and calm the nervous system for instant pain relief.”

Kivett, who was introduced to foam rollers during intensive physical therapy after a life-altering accident, found them to be a way to recover from severe fibromyalgia pain. “My nerves were hypersensitive from the injuries, and I used foam rolling to reboot the ‘software’ in my brain, which allowed me to engage in recovering.”

Foam rolling is an all-around boon, Borden highlights. “The immediate relief, the muscle definition, the decrease in cellulite, all of these are added benefits.”

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MORE ADVICE FROM THE EXPERTS what to know before a roll

Amber Kivett: Ideally, it’s best to perform foam rolling right after a light warm-up for five to 10 minutes to increase circulation to the muscles and decrease tension and stiffness.

If there is extra time, do a quick three to five minutes of foam rolling after a workout, but preferably after you’ve done your cool-down or some walking. You don’t have to foam-roll the entire body post-workout; just do a quick “scan” of areas that are more sensitive or painful.

For those with high levels of pain, fibromyalgia, MS, autoimmune conditions or an acute injury, I would recommend buying a low-density, soft, foam roller or [one] that vibrates, because soft and/or vibrating foam rollers are gentle to fragile areas.

Ashley Borden: Foam rolling is a valuable tool for the senior population to improve overall body tightness and circulation. Assistance is needed if you have a hard time getting up and down. I would also suggest a non-slip yoga mat and using the softest foam roller first to gauge the pressure. If you feel like you have to hold your breath when you are foam rolling, the surface is too hard.

Rafal Augustynowicz: Never use foam rollers on bones, joints, the spine or armpits; only on the muscle/flesh. Be informed to avoid arteries, etc. If it hurts too much, it’s probably not right. Watch tutorials or go to a professional.

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Exercise to stimulate, not to annihilate. The world wasn't formed in a day, and neither were we.

Set small goals and build upon them. ~Lee Haney

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he heart and soul of any thriving community is comprised of local business owners and right now, more than ever, THEY NEED US! And we need them. Certainly, stressors are high and budgets are tight but when making needed purchases, COMMIT to shopping in person or online at local, small businesses whenever you can.

Choose local markets, buy direct from local farmers, opt for takeout from your favorite restaurant.

We need each other to stay balanced and healthy, supporting our immune systems, our rest and renewal and our environments. Check in with local specialists, retail stores and practitioners about inventory and resources to support diet, stress and sleep, to optimize a healthy mind, body and home.

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Hemp-Derived Cannabidiol A Primer on the Latest Research

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ver since the Farm Bill of 2018 legalized the commercial production of hemp, U.S. sales of cannabidiol (CBD) have exploded onto the scene with hundreds, perhaps thousands, of vendors popping up around the country. CBD, a cannabinoid, is abundant in the hemp flower. “By law, hemp is defined as a variety of cannabis plant that has less than 0.3 percent THC, the psychoactive cannabinoid that induces a high,” says Shannon Livingston, a cannabis consultant for Florida Gulf Coast University, in Fort Myers.

Proven Benefits of CBD:

“The enthusiasm for CBD is soaring above the actual scientific evidence,” says Peter Grinspoon, M.D., a leading medical cannabis expert and primary care physician at Massachusetts General Hospital. “What’s known is that it helps with childhood epilepsy, and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved a CBD drug for that. It is believed, and there’s good animal data and some human data to suggest, that CBD helps with chronic pain, insomnia and anxiety.”

Anxiety Under Study:

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A clinical trial examining a high-CBD, low-THC (the psychoactive component) sublingual custom formulation for patients with moderate to severe anxiety is being conducted by Staci Gruber, Ph.D., director of Marijuana Investigations for Neuroscientific Discovery at McLean Hospital, in Belmont, Massachusetts, and associate professor of psychiatry at Harvard Medical School. “In the open label phase of this study, we’ve seen a rather dramatic and precipitous drop in symptoms of anxiety and depression after four weeks of treatment. We’ll see if this holds in the double-blind phase, which is underway now,” she explains.

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Entourage Effect:

Gruber notes that this customized formulation is a full-spectrum, whole-plant formula, saying, “You often seem to get a bigger bang for the buck using a full-spectrum or broad-spectrum (whole plant minus THC) product, rather than just a single extracted compound.” The process she’s describing is called the entourage

effect—an assumption that all elements of the cannabis plant, working together, are most effective. “I believe there’s a significant role for terpenoids, flavonoids and other cannabinoid constituents of the plant, in addition to the big two (THC and CBD), and I have a grant to look at that very question,” she says.

How to Start CBD:

Experts agree that the best approach is to start low and go slow.

“With experimentation, the patient will know what works for them,” Grinspoon says. “When CBD doesn’t work with my patients, the next step is to add a little bit of medical cannabis; it often takes a very little dose to help them with their sleep or their chronic pain.” Medical marijuana has been legalized in 36 states and the District of Columbia.

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Route of Administration:

“When you smoke or vape, it’s an almost immediate onset, which is helpful for breakthrough pain, nausea and anything you want to treat immediately, but the effect is very short-lived,” Livingston explains. “For chronic pain, you might take a capsule or the patch that will last six to eight hours. If you want to fall asleep, a sublingual will work. For a skin condition, you might rub an oil on your skin. It’s really about the time of onset, how long you need it to last and what you’re treating.”

Ensuring Quality Control:

“Choose CBD providers that are certified for good manufacturing practices; conduct batch-specific, third-party testing on all of their products; and provide certificates of analysis directly from those labs. These tests can detect the presence of heavy metals, bacterial or microbial life, mycotoxins and pesticides, and also provide cannabinoid potency and terpene profiles,” says Grace Kaucic, senior communications and content manager at Bluebird Botanicals, a CBD company in Louisville, Colorado.

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In the mid-1990s, researchers discovered the endocannabinoid system of receptors and neurotransmitters throughout the body, which uses cannabinoids that our own bodies produce. “This system is believed to control homeostasis, the body’s ability to regulate itself and maintain normal functioning,” Grinspoon says, adding that he believes this system will become central to medicine over the next few years as more research is conducted.

Research is Ongoing:

“It’s an incredibly exciting time for cannabis science,” Gruber says.

“There’s every reason to be optimistic about the potential of harnessing and exploiting the benefits of cannabis and cannabinoids in ways that may still surprise us, but to be cautiously optimistic.

It is not a panacea. It will never be one-size-fits-all.”

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Dancing in the Sky Birds Take to the Air in March to Woo Their Mates

by Sheryl DeVore

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ne of the most exciting things for raptor lovers to see in early spring is the courtship flight display of the red-tailed hawk, according to Vic Berardi, founder of the Illinois Beach State Park Hawkwatch, in Zion (Facebook group: Illinois Beach State Park Hawkwatch).

Berardi, of Gurnee, has watched red-tailed hawk pairs soar, dive and follow each other in the sky year-round, but especially when mating season arrives in March. Some might experience the hawks fly toward each other, interlock their outstretched talons and spin in a dizzying circle before releasing their talons. It’s the natural world’s version of Dancing with the Stars—and those living in the Chicago region can experience red-tailed hawks court in the sky by day, as well as the common birds called American woodcocks performing aerial displays at dusk.

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be seen even in fall,” says Berardi. “We’ve had a pair at Illinois Beach State Park that frequently put on a courtship display of diving and twisting hundreds of feet above ground.” The birds also give loud screams in the sky, alerting humans to their presence. Berardi says courtship displays can be observed in open areas around preserves, parks and even in urban settings.

Laurel Ross, research associate at The Field Museum (FieldMuseum.org), in Chicago, says she’s observed a pair of red-tailed hawks courting at Crab Tree Nature Center (fpdcc.com/places/locations/ crabtree-nature-center), in Palatine, this winter, and notes they had nested in a tree there in the past. She watched as the female and male took turns sitting in a tree next to one another and then one of them would fly off, daring the other to chase it. “They were frolicking. They were having a great time,” Ross says. “We watched for them to grasp talons, but we didn’t see that. It was like they

were flirting with each other.” Ross planned to return to the center in March to watch more courtship displays and see if the hawks grasped talons as nesting season commences.

Red-tailed hawks have a fan-shaped tail in flight, which is red in adults, but not immature birds. Living year-round in the Chicago region, the red-tailed hawks court and build large, bulky stick nests or add material to old nests in deciduous trees in early spring. The female lays two to four brown, blotched eggs that hatch in about four weeks. Both sexes incubate the eggs and feed the young until they leave the nest in about six weeks. In summer and fall, we may see red-tailed hawk young screaming at their parents to feed them, even if they are capable of catching their own prey, which includes voles, mice, rabbits, chipmunks and snakes.

Another rite of spring for nature lovers is watching and listening to American woodcocks court in short, wet grasses next to woodlands and shrublands. Woodcocks be-

long to the shorebird family, but don’t spend

Woodcocks, often called timberdooabout the end of May. Woodcocks find their time walking down beaches or in muda shallow depression in grasses or open dles, are short-distance migrants, remaining flats like others of the family do. Instead, they in North America for the winter, some woods and line it with dead leaves and hide in swampy woods, probing their long, grasses in which the female lays four pinkeven staying in the same place year-round, sturdy, flexible bill into the soil, searching ish-buff eggs, blotched with brown and gray. according to the Cornell Lab of Ornithology for worms and insect larvae. Those that get a The young hatch in about 20 or more days.

(Birds.Cornell.edu). They migrate at night, view will see a somewhat comical bird with individually or in small groups, returning to Sheryl DeVore has written six books on a large head, short neck, relatively short legs northern Illinois to breed, typically in March. science, health and nature, as well as nature, and rotund body. The eyes are placed far back

They’ll continue their sunset dancing health and environment stories for national on either side of the head to enable them to and regional publications. if the weather cooperates every day until see a potential predator while they feed.

Woodcock numbers are declining overall in the U.S., according to Timberdoodle.org, which works with biologists to improve habitat for the bird. Birders throughout the Chicago region have their favorite spots to watch woodcocks dance. Vernon LaVia, who has led birders and non-birders alike on woodcock walks, says a key spot for him is at Oakhurst Forest Preserve (KaneForest.com/location/Oakhurst), in Aurora. “One year, a bird displayed for 90 days about 50 feet from the upper parking lot and pavilion,” he recalls. “Another bird was at the base of the large sledding hill.”

As the sun descends into the horizon, he and other woodcock watchers throughout the region listen for a nasal-sounding “Peent” from short grasses. That’s the male announcing his presence to nearby American Woodcock females. He’ll peent a few or many times Photo by Don Blecha before he takes to the sky, his wings making twittering noises as he spirals higher and higher until disappearing from view. Then Beginning birders can look to the sky for hawk action on their own in March. Finding a he drifts down in a zig-zag pattern while woodcock on one’s own can be more challenging. One complication is that entry into forest making chirping noises before he lands, preserves and other similar areas is not allowed after sunset, when the birds begin dancing. often right where he

Birders suggest searching online for local bird clubs started. The male may that are leading woodcock trips in March and April. perform the ritual These clubs have added certain protocols to the walks once or several times based on pandemic restrictions. Here’s a list of some often beginning about local bird clubs that may lead free woodcock walks for 20 minutes after sunanyone interested this spring. Note that some walks are set for about an hour only open to members due to the restricted number of and sometimes later participants during the pandemic. Also, wear approprion moonlit nights. ate clothing, including layers and good foot gear. It can

Often considered American Woodcock on Nest be quite chilly waiting for woodcocks in early spring. the father of conserPhoto by Bob Schifo vation, Aldo Leopold, who lived in central Chicago Ornithological Society: ChicagoBirder.org Wisconsin, hunted woodcock in autumn, but soon found watching them perform DuPage Birding Club: DuPageBirding.org was more satisfying. “I must be sure that Evanston North Shore Bird Club: ensbc.org come April, there be no dearth of dancers Lake-Cook Audubon Society: LakeCookAudubon.org in the sunset sky,” he wrote in his famous Orland Grassland: OrlandGrassland.org book A Sand County Almanac.

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CANINE OBESITY When Doggies Need Diets

by Julie Peterson

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year ago, Leroy became exhausted lifting his furry head. Today, he has energy to run, chase and play, thanks to his owner helping the 11-year-old Shiba Inu lose 14 pounds. Leroy was adopted last May by Peter Nguyen, a facilities coordinator in Bellevue, Washington. Back then, Leroy weighed 56.4 pounds—twice the recommended weight. Nguyen found a holistic veterinarian to provide an integrative support plan to remove him from danger.

Overweight dogs are at risk for joint problems, cancer, diabetes, kidney disease and more. According to a 2018 survey by the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention (APOP), 55.8 percent of dogs (about 50 million) in the U.S. are either overweight or obese. The APOP also reports that most of the owners of these dogs don’t realize or are in denial about this important fact.

Determining Appropriate Weight “A dog that is a perfect weight, you can feel the ribs, but not see them. And you have an abdominal tuck when you look from the side. From above, right in front of the hips, you can see the waistline,” says Leroy’s veterinarian, Jackie Sehn, at Mercy Vet, in Mercer Island, Washington. She points out that the dog must be touched to feel the amount of fat, especially in long-coat breeds.

This evaluation can be done at home using the online Body Condition Score chart at PetObesityPrevention.org. The American Kennel Club also has a weight chart for dozens of breeds that can help determine an initial goal weight, although ideal weight can vary among individual dogs.

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Debbie Hensel, who fosters dogs, took in a morbidly obese 13-year-old Chocolate Labrador for the Mr. Mo Project, in Cary, North Carolina. Under her care, the pet went from 108 to 81 pounds within nine months. “Since Bruce was an older dog and overweight, the first thing we did was start him on a joint supplement with turmeric and a prescription diet food. In the beginning, I withheld some of his food and used it as treats throughout the day,” says Hensel. Every four to six weeks, Hensel decreased Bruce’s food intake.

She also divided up portions to feed him four times per day to help him feel full. “Portion control is important,” agrees

Nguyen. “Leroy has a habit of wanting to eat more. I think he has a hard time knowing how much food he really needs.”

But the problem isn’t just eating too much. Pet owners are often feeding the wrong foods. “It is the quality sometimes more than quantity. Health doesn’t come from processed food,” says Sehn, adding that most dry kibble is essentially overprocessed junk food that lacks nutrients and contains fillers.

Fortunately, refrigerated and frozen dog food has made it easier to feed organic, fresh, nutritionally balanced, raw food which is based on a dog’s ancestral diet. Raw food is also available dehydrated. Treats, if included, should satisfy the chewing instinct without adding many calories. Sehn recommends dehydrated chicken or duck feet, tendons and healthy jerkies.

“Switching to a raw diet helped with Leroy’s weight, but I had no idea it would have so many other benefits,” Nguyen says. “I noticed that his coat was getting a lot softer and he smelled a lot better.”

Ease into Exercise “Bruce sounded like an elephant falling when he laid down and he couldn’t stand for long,” says Hensel. Indeed, exercise can overburden the heart and joints of an obese dog. At first, Leroy and Bruce both had a hard time just getting up off the floor, so losing weight first was crucial.

As the weight began to come off, they both became more engaged and stamina slowly increased. Hensel started by walking around in the backyard and letting Bruce follow. Their initial walks were to the end of the block. They would stop and rest before going back home. “As he lost weight and his strength improved, our walks got longer,” says Hensel.

Weight loss must be a healthy process. “Breaking down excess fat takes time,” says Sehn, adding that losing too fast results in muscle loss. Patience and time are key.

“I think Bruce just needed less food and someone that wanted to do things with him,” says Hensel, who has adopted Bruce as her “forever foster dog”.

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TUESDAY, MARCH 2 ONLINE: Go Green Highland Park Monthly

Meeting – 7pm. 1st Tues. Join GGHP for our monthly meeting and hear what we’re working on. Meet Lake County Board member and HP resident Paras Parekh. For more info: GoGreenHP.org.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 3

ONLINE: Midewin NTP: Caring for the Land and Serving People – 6pm. World Wildlife Day. A special focus on some of the USDA Forest Service subject matter experts that have made a difference over the past 25 years. Free. To register: 815-423-6370 or sm.fs.Midewin_RSVP@usda.gov. For more info: fs.usda.gov/midewin.

ONLINE: Finding Your Space Meditation –

7-8pm. 1st & 3rd Wed. Join Larry Freson for a guided meditation. Energetically ground to Mother Earth, center yourself in your aura, balance your 7 major chakras. All you need is a quiet place to tune into Zoom while ideally seated upright in a comfortable chair. Free. Via Zoom. 847-299-6535.

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FRIDAY, MARCH 5 ONLINE: Blessing Empowerment, Teachings and Retreat – Mar 5-7. At a time when anxiety, fear and depression skyrocket, and our society has been torn apart from all directions, we need powerful medicine to heal our mind and our communities. If we take Buddha’s practical and sublime wisdom to heart and integrate it into our lives, we will be able to solve our own inner struggles and become a wise and healing influence on those around us. All welcome.

Available online for 72 hrs afterward. $12-$80. Info & register: 312-767-1898 or MeditateInChicago.org.

ONLINE: One Earth Film Festival 2021 – Mar 5-14. Virtual for 2021. OneEarthFilmFest.org.

SATURDAY, MARCH 6 ONLINE: Seed Starting – 1-2pm. Will cover

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Amazing Gong Journey – 6-7:30pm. With Sound Healer Andre Peraza. The gong is a powerful instrument that works on many levels to heal the listener. It can help release deep emotional energy and feelings to better ground yourself. Bring yoga mat, pillow, blanket and an open mind. $25. The Edgar Cayce Holistic Center, 259 E Central Rd, Des Plaines.

847-299-6535. HolisticCenterChicago.com.

SUNDAY, MARCH 7 ONLINE: Astrological Interceptions – 1-4pm.

Interceptions are signs that have no house cusp to rule and therefore signal blocked energies. Because interceptions are not visible or recognized within the person’s environment, intercepted energies and needs have neither been recognized nor met. Learn what they mean, their karmic implications, how to interpret, explain and assist in overcoming obstacles and blockages. $55. Via Zoom. Life Force Arts Center: 773-327-7224. LifeForceArts.org.

ONLINE: Life Mission Exploration – 2:30-4pm.

Why am I here? What am I here to do? Who am I here to become? If these questions matter for you, join us.

Sarah Karnes will lead you in meditation, reflection and simple journal exercises. $10 suggested donation can be made via PayPal: SN2622491176@gmail. com. Via Zoom. Sarah: 262-745-8362. Register: Meetup.com/Spiritual-Nourishment-Chicagoland.

MONDAY, MARCH 8 International Women’s Day

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WEDNESDAY, MARCH 10 ONLINE: Soil, It is Not Dirt – 7pm. Learn why soil

health is so important to our eco-system, our food systems and the planet. Find out how soil health is related to carbon sequestration and climate change.

Get tips on how to improve soil health in your own yard. Features experts from the Illinois Extension Services. Free. Via Zoom. Registration required: GoGreenWilmette.org.

THURSDAY, MARCH 11 Maha Shivaratri (Hinduism)

Journal to the Self: ONLINE Workshop – 6-wks, self-paced. Quick, goal-oriented writing techniques for mindfulness, goals, emotional healing and more.

A new lesson opens every Thurs. Discussion and learning guided by a trained facilitator. All writing in the privacy of your own laptop or journal. $197.

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ONLINE: Your Self as Your Friend – 6:50-7:45pm.

A refreshing and restorative evening to receive guidance and simple practices, so you can embrace more self-love, energy and joy. $10 suggested donation can be made via PayPal: SN2622491176@gmail. com. Via Zoom. Sarah: 262-745-8362. Register: Meetup.com/Spiritual-Nourishment-Chicagoland.

Couples Who Grow Together Stay Together – 7-9pm. Many people are feeling depleted, depressed, or disheartened, and may have a short fuse with their partners. Join Relationship Coach Allana Pratt to find out how to turn annoyance into allowance and irritation into intimacy. $35. Via Zoom. For more info & registration: 847-831-8828 or InfinityFoundation.org.

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SATURDAY, MARCH 13

Gana-hdoha – Moon of Buds on Trees The Path to Wealth: Spiritual Steps for Financial Abundance & Freedom – 9am-12pm. Join May McCarthy, bestselling author of The Path to Wealth: Seven Spiritual Steps for Financial Abundance, to develop a daily spiritual practice to help establish and know how to reach financial goals. $50. Via Zoom. For more info & registration: 847-831-8828 or InfinityFoundation.org.

ONLINE: Vibrations of the Universe – Mar 13 & 20, 9:30-11:30am; Mar 27, 9:30-10:30am. Vibrational energy and patterns are all around us and in our environment. Learn how to tap into these energies and attract them to you using your intention, words and thoughts. Discuss the patterns that can bring your thoughts and dreams into reality. $108. Register: CreateTheFeeling.com.

Basic Cupping for Health and Vitality – 10am5pm. Learn a variety of cupping techniques addressing the common cold, muscle aches and pains, digestive disorders and irregular menstruation to name a few. Geared toward students who are new to cupping or need a refresher. Different types of pneumatic cups will be available for students to try. $150. Zen Shiatsu Chicago, 818 Lake St, Evanston.

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ONLINE: Chicago IANDS – 2pm. Support/study/ resource forum for near-death, out-of-body and spiritual experiences, losses. Guest speaker: Dr Terri Daniel, CT, CCTP, Interfaith Clinical Chaplain, grief & trauma counselor, author, founder of The Afterlife Conference. Become a subscriber to Chicago IANDS by filling in the form on our website.

You will receive an invitation with instructions. $20 tax-deductible donation requested. Send to Chicago IANDS, PO Box 732, Wilmette, IL, 60091 or use Zelle on your bank site. For more info: 847-251-5758 or ChicagoIANDS.org.

ONLINE: Welcoming Spring – 2-4pm. An opportunity to let go and reset ahead of the Spring Equinox, a time of new beginnings, renewal and the blossoming of life. It’s the perfect time to shift our focus within in order to harmonize and balance our being with the oneness of Existence. Free. Register: Tinyurl.com/1rbmltjx.

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ONLINE: What’s Growing in Winter? Tour #3 – 6:30-7:30pm. Co-presented by the Center for Agrarian Learning at McHenry County College and Windy City Harvest. Watch a 30-min recorded video tour followed by a live question and answer session with the farmers. Free. Via Zoom. Registration required: Tinyurl.com/4bbermwh.

ASTROLOGY – Understand yourself, your motivations, your feelings. Recognize your talents, strengths, successes. Overcome difficulties and confusion. Astrology can help pull it all together.

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FRIDAY, MARCH 19

THURSDAY, MARCH 25

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ONLINE: Wild & Scenic Film Festival – Mar 19

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Edgar Cayce-Type Healings – 4-7pm. Richard Popp will enter into a semi-sleep trance and scan your body, aura and chakras. Stuck and charged energies will be identified and cleared. He will also be talking with your Higher Self and looking at your Akashic Records for information. Time for questions and comments. $30/30-min session. The Edgar Cayce Holistic Center, 259 E Central Rd, Des Plaines. 847-299-6535. HolisticCenterChicago.com.

Spring Equinox Ostara

Spring Equinox Ceremony – 5-7pm. With Shaman Melissa Gama. We are being asked to step further into our Light consciousness. As we do this, the “old” which no longer serves us falls away. This is an invitation to receive new Light Codes of the Earth and receive desired healing. Please bring an offering for the altar. Onsite and online via Zoom. $35. The Edgar Cayce Holistic Center, 259 E Central Rd, Des Plaines. 847-299-6535. HolisticCenterChicago.com.

SUNDAY, MARCH 21

Farm Worker’s Awareness Week Norouz (Bahai’i) Dog Admission Day at the Arboretum – 7am-sunset. Hit the trails at The Morton Arboretum with your canine friend. The Morton Arboretum, 4100 Illinois Rte 53, Lisle. 630-968-0074. Reservations required for admission: MortonArb.org.

ONLINE: Group Past Life Regression – 7-8pm.

The Present Moment Power Hour. Experience a virtual group guided past life regression with Susan Wisehart to a happy life where you may remember talents, gifts or relationships from a previous incarnation carried over into this incarnation. Past life journeys deepen the understanding of your karmic repeating patterns and Soul lessons impacting your life today. $25. Via Zoom. 847-438-7878. Register: ThePresentMomentInc.com. SusanWisehart.com.

ONLINE: Reiki Level 1 – 9am-4pm. Attend online or in person. Get attuned to reiki which enables you to become a channel for this healing energy. Also start a 21-day energetic cleanse that moves through your chakras cleaning and releasing bound energy. $150.

Via Zoom. Zen Shiatsu Chicago: 847-864-1130 or ZenShiatsuChicago.org.

SUNDAY, MARCH 14

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Daylight Savings Time Begins

MONDAY, MARCH 15

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TUESDAY, MARCH 16 Free Shiatsu Intro – 10am-12:30pm. Learn the fundamental techniques and philosophies of Zen Shiatsu, and chat with current students and instructors. Zen Shiatsu Chicago, 818 Lake St, Evanston.

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WEDNESDAY, MARCH 17

& 26. 6:30-9pm. Two evenings of films include the story of the first African American male to complete the Triple Crown of Hiking, how church forests in Ethiopia protect the lush biodiversity of old-growth forests, and a community effort to keep an oil refinery closed after an explosion. $10/individual; $18/couple or group; $25/EcoChampion (includes a donation to the EEA). Tickets: EvanstonEnvironment.org/filmfest.

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Recycling DeMystified – 7pm. Ever wonder if the things you put in the bin actually get recycled? Are you confused about what can and cannot be recycled? What can we do about the flood of single-use plastic items? Learn the answers from expert Mary Allen from the Solid Waste Agency of Northern Cook County (SWANCC) and GGW Board Member Nicole Boomgaarden. Free. Via Zoom. Registration required: GoGreenWilmette.org.

THURSDAY, MARCH 18

ASTROLOGY

TUESDAY, MARCH 23

MONDAY, MARCH 22 World Water Day

days, Mar 22-Apr 26. 7:30-9:30pm. Learn planets, signs, houses, aspects, interpretation and transits.

Know nothing about astrology, know some but need to increase skill in interpreting charts, this course will provide what you need to go forward in study. $180, $150 by Mar 15. Via Zoom. Life Force Arts Center: 773-327-7224. LifeForceArts.org.

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FRIDAY, MARCH 26

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SATURDAY, MARCH 27

Passover begins at sundown (Judaism) ONLINE: Mom Care Circle – 9-10:15am. Are you always “on” for everyone else? This is time to take deep and real care of you, so you can relax, let go and rejuvenate. Via Zoom. Sarah Karnes: 262-745-8362. To register: Sarah@SarahDKarnes.com.

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ONLINE: Breaking Bad Habits – 10am-12:30pm.

In this uplifting meditation workshop learn the underlying causes of bad habits, and gain confidence in our natural capacity to let them go gradually and effectively. Then experience the joy of freedom.

Includes practical instruction, 2 guided meditations, and an optional Q&A session. All welcome; no experience necessary. With Kadampa Teacher Steve Florian. Available online for 72 hrs afterward. $20. Info & register: 312-767-1898 or MeditateInChicago.org.

Building the Immune System: Mind, Body, Spirit – 2-4pm. Richard Bisceglie, DN, CNS, will share insights into how the immune system works to keep us healthy, what factors hinder or suppress optimal immune function, and strategies for upgrading our immune system. Topics: stress, medication, diet, exercise, sleep hygiene, inflammation, supplemental therapies, and how they affect our overall health. $55. The Edgar Cayce Holistic Center, 259 E Central Rd, Des Plaines. 847-299-6535.

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SUNDAY, MARCH 28 Palm Sunday (Christianity)

MONDAY, MARCH 29 Holi (Hinduism)

TUESDAY, MARCH 30 Beginning Zen Shiatsu – Tuesdays, Mar 30-June 8. 10am-1pm. No class Apr 13. Learn how to give a basic 1-hr shiatsu treatment that you can share with friends and family. This course is a stand-alone offering, and is also the first 30 hrs of our complete shiatsu certification programs. $450 plus books. Zen Shiatsu Chicago, 818 Lake St, Evanston. 847-864-1130.

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VIRTUAL: Reiki Relaxation Hour – 7-8pm.

To ensure we keep our community calendar current, ongoing events must be resubmitted each month.

DEADLINE: All listings must be received by the 10th of the month prior to publication. Calendar events must be submitted online at NAChicago.com/Calendar.

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Shake off the stress of the day in a natural and healthy way with reiki. Relax even deeper with a guided reiki meditation (which you can use at home to bring peace to your daily life). Experience distance reiki along with the meditation. A great opportunity to check out what a reiki distance session is like. Time afterwards for sharing and Q&A. Free.

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Beginning Zen Shiatsu – Wednesdays, Mar 31June 2. 7-10pm. See Mar 30 listing. Zen Shiatsu Chicago, 818 Lake St, Evanston. 847-864-1130.

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TUESDAY, APRIL 6

SAVE THE DATE Home-Based Food Entrepreneur National Virtual Conference – Apr 6-9. will assist those starting a food business from their home kitchen, making and selling cookies, breads, jams, candies and other food products under their state’s cottage food law.

Hosted by the nonprofit Renewing the Countryside. $20. Register: whova.com/web/wfts_202006.

SATURDAY, APRIL 10

Check Online: Check the NA Online Calendar and Directory for many updates and new online events and workshops.

MONTHLY SPECIAL OFFERS ONLINE: Christian Science Lectures – During COVID-19, all Christian Science lectures have moved online. Everyday you’ll find several events happening live as well pre-recorded presentations you can watch anytime. Cultivate your spiritual practice and get ideas and inspiration to stay calm, safe and healthy. CSMetroChicago.org.

ONLINE: Free Crisis Health Coaching – With the Functional Medicine Coaching Academy, Inc and the Institute for Functional Medicine. This amazing community of health coaches is giving back during this extraordinary time of need by offering free health coaching services. More info: bit.ly/FMCHC_Gives_Back.

Dulce Mobile Massage Special – Thru Mar. New clients save 10% on all mobile massage services.

847-420-2345. DulceMobileMassage@gmail.com.

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SAVE THE DATE ONLINE: The Essence of the 5 Elements – 9:30-11:30am. Water, wood, fire, Earth and metal are characteristics that are found in every person and in every home. Learn what elements are present and how you can benefit from them with simple enhancements. $63. More info: LauriePawli@ gmail.com. Register: CreateTheFeeling.com.

FRIDAY, MAY 7

SAVE THE DATE 10th Anniversary Midwest Women’s Herbal Conference Weekend: Healing the Earth, the People and the Plants – May 7-9. Keynote speaker Rosemary Gladstar and many other amazing herbalists and healers. Enjoy a healing community and rich learning environments as well as an artisan marketplace and more. Early registration discount available until Apr 1.

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WEDNESDAY, MAY 12

SAVE THE DATE ONLINE: The Adoption Process from A to

Z – 4-5:30pm. Sally Wildman, a Chicago and Northbrook attorney with over 15 years of experience in adoption practice, helps you explore the world of adoption. She describes adoption fundamentals, shares key resources to develop an adoption plan and highlights new developments in adoption practices. Offered by New Trier Extension Community Education. Course # 211754 under “ONE OF A KIND” in the catalogue.

Via Zoom. $18/person. Via Zoom. Register: Tinyurl.com/12dheybm.

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Ruck the Work Week – 8am. Rucking effectively allows you to combine aerobic training and strength training while slicing your workout to a fraction of the time. With Get Fit EGV. Free. Busse Forest South Grove 17, Elk Grove Village. Must register by 7pm the night before: Linktr.ee/getfitegv_coachro.

Sentinel Watch Podcast – 7am. Weekly audio podcasts filled with thought-provoking ideas posted each Mon. Contributors tackle topics relevant to daily life and inspiring prayers for the world. New programs are posted every Mon and available 24/7 throughout the week. Tune in any time. CSMetroChicago.org.

ONLINE: The Mike Nowak Show Radio Pro-

gram – 9-11am. Live weekly online local talk show focused on gardening and the environment, with lots of humor to wake us up. Author and master gardener Mike Nowak and cohost Peggy Malecki feature a variety of guests and weather/climate scientist Rick DiMaio in a live show on Facebook @The Mike Nowak Show, YouTube and streaming live at MikeNowak.net. Also available in podcast on MikeNowak.net, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher and podcast apps,. Free. MikeNowak.net.

Logan Square Winter Farmers’ Market – Thru Mar. 10am-3pm; 9-10am, high-risk shoppers. Rockwell on the River, 3029 & 3031 N Rockwell St, Chicago. LoganSquareFarmersMarket.org.

ONLINE: Time to Dance: Ballet – 10:30am.

Also 1:30pm, Tues & 5:30pm, Thurs. Although not beginner classes, dancers of all levels of experience welcome. Via Zoom. To register: CBG-Institute.org.

ONLINE: Inspiring Solutions for a Challenging World – 11am-12:15pm. Meditation and modern Buddhism. Overcome negative thinking and emotions, strengthen your mind, and stay inspired in daily life using profound Buddhist psychology and simple, effective meditations you can incorporate in everyday life. No previous experience necessary. With Kadampa Buddhist monk Gen Zamling.

Donation. MeditateInChicago.org/sunday.

ONLINE: Mindset Mondays – 10am. 30-min

Uber conference to begin your week in a positive, supportive group environment. To register: Debi@DebiKiddleHealthCoaching.com.

ONLINE: Yoga Basics with Jenny – 11am.

Also held 9:30am, Wed & Fri. Heaven Meets Earth, 2746 Central St, Evanston. 847-475-1500.

HeavenMeetsEarthYoga.com.

TUESDAY ONLINE: Yoga with Lisa – 10am. Heaven Meets Earth, 2746 Central St, Evanston. 847-475-1500.

HeavenMeetsEarthYoga.com.

ONLINE: Time to Dance: Ballet – 1:30pm. Also 10:30am, Sun & 5:30pm, Thurs. Although not beginner classes, dancers of all levels of experience welcome. Via Zoom. To register: CBG-Institute.org.

Green Drinks Libertyville – 6:30pm. 2nd Tues.

Check our Facebook page for updates. Facebook. com/greendrinkslibertyville.

ONLINE: Hacking Your Health Meetup –

6:30-8pm. 3rd Tues. With Tiffany Hinton. Let’s get together to expand our knowledge of living a healthy life, using integrative wellness. Features an expert speaker on topics current to our health landscape. We can share recipes, have events at local health restaurants and learn more to raise healthier children. Free. Purple Sprout Cafe and Juice Bar: Meetup.com/Hacking-Your-Health-Meetup.

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ONLINE: Guided Meditation for Inner Balance & Quieting the Mind – 6:50-8:10pm. 3rd Tue. With Ellen Radha Katz. Donation. Via Zoom. Register: Meetup.com/Inner-Balance-Meditation.

ONLINE: Let’s Talk Hemp Health – 7pm. A short

presentation by hemp advocates and educators on the basics of CBD oil. Learn the benefits and science of how and why cannabis works in the body. Learn exactly what CBD and other cannabinoids are and what function they play in the body. Different guests each week. Free. On Zoom. Details: 630-309-3409 or HempHealthTalks.com.

Shiatsu Student Clinic – 7-9pm. Receive a 45-min session from an advanced Zen Shiatsu student. Sessions are performed in a group setting with instructor observation. $35/45-min or $90/3 treatments. Zen Shiatsu Chicago, 825A Chicago Ave, Evanston.

Availability limited; for appts: 847-864-1130.

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WEDNESDAY ONLINE: Body & Brain Tai Chi Class – 7:30-

8:30am; 10-11am; 6-7pm. Additional classes held daily; see website for times. After a short set of warm up exercises, get into meridian stretching (to improve circulation, strength and flexibility, and relax the mind) and then go into Body & Brain-style tai chi called DahnMuDo. We stream all classes live on Zoom. Info & to register: 847-362-2724, Libertyville@BodyNBrain.com, BodyNBrain.com/libertyville.

ONLINE: Time to Dance: Fitness – 9:30am.

Emphasizes low-impact, high-intensity, cardio dance and fitness routines accompanied by music.

Alternate dance with resistance routines to build and maintain muscle and bone density. Via Zoom.

To register: CBG-Institute.org.

ONLINE: Small Farm Winter Webinar Series – 12-1pm. A weekly educational series for the small farm community. These online presentations will give small farm producers a look at how leading practices in production, management, and marketing can improve profitability and sustainability. Free.

Go.Illinois.edu/SFWW. ONLINE: Time to Dance: Modern – 1:30pm.

Although not beginner classes, dancers of all levels of experience welcome. Via Zoom. To register: CBG-Institute.org.

ONLINE: Time to Dance: Ballet – 5:30pm. Also

10:30am, Sun & 1:30pm, Tues. Although not beginner classes, dancers of all levels of experience welcome. Via Zoom. To register: CBG-Institute.org.

ONLINE: Healy Introduction – 6:30pm. Have

you heard of frequency medicine? Learn about a new personal device called Healy. A short presentation on what the frequency medicine is and how to purchase one. This is the next level in well-being and balance. RSVP: 630-309-3409. Meeting ID: 630-309-3409. Zoom.US.

ONLINE: Mindfulness Adjustments for the

Pandemic – 10-10:30am. With Vacation of the Mind. Free mindfulness webinar series for HR Specialists, Leaders and Management. Will discuss best practices for handling employee production, communication issues, lifestyle changes and more. Workplace wellness topics highlighted.

VacationOfTheMind.com/webinar.

Green Drinks McHenry County – 5-7pm. 1st Wed. Check website for updates. GreenDrinks.org/ IL/Crystal Lake.

ONLINE: Prayer Meeting – 6-7pm. Informal

weekly gatherings with inspirational readings, song, prayer and time to share healings and inspiration.

Meetings being held remotely during COVID-19.

More than a dozen different online groups hold mid-week online meetings; times vary, but all groups meet on Wed evenings. Free. Log-on info & times: CSMetroChicago.org.

FRIDAY Achieving Solutions for Health and Happiness – In-person sessions in a healthy and safe environment achieving root solutions for health, happiness and action steps on your life projects. With Susan Curry, of InteriorWerx. Complimentary 15-min phone consultation, use promo code MYFIRSTSESSION. 1420 Renaissance Dr, Ste 411, Park Ridge. 312-479-7893.

Susan@InteriorWerx.us. InteriorWerx.us.

Shiatsu Student Clinic – 11am-1pm. Receive a 45-min session from an advanced Zen Shiatsu student. Sessions are performed in a group setting with instructor observation. $35/45-min or $90/3 treatments. Zen Shiatsu Chicago, 825A Chicago Ave, Evanston. Availability limited; for appts: 847-864-1130. ZenShiatsuChicago.org.

Mindfulness & Wellness: Managing Stress, Creating Health, Encouraging Balance – 1:15-2:30pm. With Archana Lal-Tabak, MD, and Jim Lal-Tabak. Learn about mind-body connection and variety of mindfulness exercises. Experience natural, stress-reduction strategies and tools. Each class is self-contained and a new wellness-educational topic and mindfulness technique presented every week. Series of 4 classes or individual class. Scholarships and work study available. Drop-ins welcome. Heart of Transformation Wellness Institute, 1618 Orrington Ave, Ste 206, Evanston. Details: BodyMindMedicine.com.

ONLINE: Ancient African Adorations – 7pm. 2nd Fri. Livestream online concert series presented by Tchiya Amet. Tchiya.EventCombo.com.

SATURDAY Advanced Allergy Therapeutic Treatment – 9am1pm. Offering holistic, non-invasive, drug-free treatments to calm the sympathetic nervous system.

Taking all precautions to protect from COVID-19.

For an appt: 847-392-7901, MWAllergyRelief@ gmail.com or MidwestAllergyRelief.com.

Mt Prospect Indoor Winter Farmers’ Market – Thru May. 9am-12:30pm. 2nd & 4th Sat. St. Mark Lutheran Church, 200 S Wille St, Mt Prospect. Check for changes before attending: Tinyurl.com/yxwdatu6.

ONLINE: Body & Brain Basic Yoga Class –

9:30-10:30am & 2-3pm. After a short set of warm up exercises, get into meridian stretching, followed by core strengthening and breathing postures to accumulate energy. Then be guided in the practice of energy meditation. $20/class. Body & Brain Yoga and Tai Chi, 860 S Milwaukee Ave, Libertyville.

847-362-2724. BodyNBrain.com/libertyville.

Palatine Winter Farmers’ Market – Thru Apr. 10am-12pm. 1st & 3rd Sat. To view the guidelines and procedures established by the Farmers’ Market due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, please visit the website to check for any changes before attending. Palatine Train Station.

Palatine.il.us/663/Farmers-Market.

To plant a garden is to believe in tomorrow. ~Audrey Hepburn

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ACUPUNCTURE AND TRADITIONAL ORIENTAL MEDICINE LANA MOSHKOVICH, LAC, ND, MSOM Nirvana Naturopathics 707 Lake Cook Rd, Ste 100, Deerfield 60015 847-715-9044 NirvanaNaturopathics.com

We use acupuncture to help you get immediate relief from acute or chronic pain. Combining Western and Chinese Medicine, we can treat and resolve insomnia, anxiety and women’s health issues, plus chronic conditions. Certified NAET. Preferred MeiZen Provider. Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine. Major insurances accepted.

Schedule your initial appointment on Nirvana Naturopathics.com. Get a healthier and alternative approach to your chronic health conditions. See ad on page 21.

ALLERGIES CALANDRA CENTER FOR HEALTH & WELLNESS

Acupuncture, NAET Allergy Elimination, Reiki, Classes/CEU Located in Chicago’s South Loop & Schaumburg 312-796-3965 CalandraAcupuncture.com CCHW offers: acupuncture, Traditional Chinese Medicine, NAET Allergy Elimination, reiki, Access Consciousness Bars and a variety of classes. Classes are available for adults, children and CEU for acupuncturists. We believe that when someone has the tools to help themselves that the possibilities are endless.

MIDWEST ALLERGY RELIEF CENTER 3365 N Arlington Hts Rd, Ste D, Arlington Hts 60004 847-392-7901 MidwestAllergyRelief.com

Dr. Amanda Thiry, DC, BSN, uses Advanced Allergy Therapeutics (AAT), a non-invasive alternative technology that’s effective and safe for all ages, to identify and treat specific allergen elements that affect your quality of life. Discover how you can eat foods, be near pets and use products again that you now avoid, and experience a new lease on life.

BODYWORK NATIONAL LYMPHATIC CENTERS

Sharon M Vogel, LMT, CLT, BCTMB, MFR 5002a Main St, Downers Grove 3100 Theodore St, Ste 202, Joliet 630-241-4100 • Lymphatics.net Sharon Vogel is referred to by Mayo Clinic practitioners, national surgeons and physicians. She offers 46 years hands-on experience, 29 years as a licensed practitioner, and is Nationally Board Certified, specializing in oncology massage, lymph drainage MLD and myofascial release JFB MFR, all to help assist clients in regaining health. Free consult with RSVP.

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CBD / HEMP OIL NATURAL REMEDEE HEALTH SOLUTIONS Dee Bayro, CHHC NaturalRemedee.com LetsTalkHempOil.com

The research is overwhelming on the benefits of using phytocannabinoids from hemp. As a certified holistic health advisor, let me help answer your questions and see if hemp oil extract is right for you. Over thousands of studies support the therapeutic benefits of phytocannabinoid diols for over 250 health conditions. I offer the world’s best, one-of-akind hemp extract that has the power of intravenous therapy within a convenient oral, liposomal delivery system. Visit our website or attend a local presentation to learn more about this new science. Get involved with this revolution in health. We are looking for professionals and influencers to work with contact me for more info. See ad on page 19.

Diane Roth, BCSI Highland Park, 60035 847-533-3213 • RothSI.com Structural Integration (SI) realigns, rebalances and re-educates the body through manual therapy and movement education. Chronic pain, bad posture, tired and achy bodies are signs that the body is out of balance. SI benefits include decreased pain, injury rehabilitation, improved posture, ease in movement, and increased flexibility and stamina.

ZEN SHIATSU CHICAGO 825 Chicago Ave, Evanston 60202 847-864-1130 ZenShiatsuChicago.org

You’ll feel the stress melt away like the snow in spring through our relaxation-focused shiatsu massage practice, which offers the same energizing benefits as acupuncture combined with the restorative power of yoga poses. Dress in cozy threads, shiatsu is performed on fully clothed clients. Professional and student therapists available.

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InteriorWerx 312-479-7893 Info@InteriorWerx.us InteriorWerx.us Feeling anxious or scared? Are you seeking solutions to regain emotional balance and clarity? Susan Curry of InteriorWerx can assist, using her intuitive energy coaching skills. 15-min complimentary phone consult available using promo MYFIRSTSESSION.

DANCE FOR HEALTH TIME TO DANCE WITH CBG INSTITUTE FOR DANCE & HEALTH North Shore School of Dance 505 Laurel Ave, Highland Park 60035 DanceForJoy16@gmail.com CBG-Institute.org

Discover the healing art of dance through ballet, modern and tap for adults 50+.

Dance is proven to have both physical and psychological benefits. Taught by dancer teachers Lisa Gold, Lynne Chervony Belsky, MD, and Lorraine Chase. See ad on page 45.

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Digestive problems? Acid Reflux/ GERD, IBS, Crohn’s, colitis? Let us help you naturally achieve nutritional balance, feel better and enhance the quality of your life. Improve digestion while reducing discomfort and bloating so you can eat the foods you love again. Certified digestive health specialist/enzyme therapist. See ads on pages 7 and 47.

Specializing in medical wellness, weight loss, hormone balancing, diabetes, fibromyalgia, and anti-aging using integrative and functional medicine. We find and resolve the root cause of medical conditions and achieve outstanding, lasting results for our patients, many of which had almost given up on wellness goals. Free educational seminars. PPO insurance and Medicare accepted for covered services.

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GYMS, FITNESS & ONLINE WORKOUTS

The Feng Shui School of Chicago LauriePawli@gmail.com CreateTheFeeling.com TheFengShuiSchoolOfChicago.com

GET FIT EGV

You can now learn feng shui in the Chicago area. The Feng Shui School of Chicago is recognized as a Gold Level School, the highest standard established by the International Feng Shui Guild. We teach basic “Feng Shui in a Day” classes, as well as a comprehensive 77-hour “Certified Feng Shui Consultant Training Program.” A “layering” approach is taught using Form, Best Personal Direction, and Front Door Bagua placement. Laurie is a student of Grand Master Professor Lin Yun, Katherine Metz and Denise Linn.

RX your workout at GET FIT EGV located at 1100 Nerge Rd, Ste 206 in Elk Grove Village. Semi-private classes available 7 days a week: barbell/Olympic training, HIIT, bootcamp and more. We also offer ONLINE virtual coaching options for home workouts; see website for more info.

FLOAT THERAPY FLOTSTONE

57 E Scranton Ave, Lake Bluff 60044 847-482-1700 Flotstone.com Floatation therapy is quickly being recognized as a very safe and effective way to shift into the parasympathetic state of total relaxation. Floating cradles you in its graceful healing waters optimizing your body’s ability to do what it does best, heal! Float effortlessly in over 1,250 lbs of Epsom salt.

DR. ALLA AVER, DDS

2400 Ravine Way, Suite 400, Glenview 60025 847-998-5100 GlenviewSmiles.com Our office uses whole-body, preventive dental care. We utilize non-fluoridated ozonated water, herbal periodontal treatments, and gluten-free herbal paste. We offer: safe amalgam removal; BPA-free fillings and sealants; non-metal crowns; sleep apnea and TMJ appliances; ozone therapy; microscopic plaque analysis; material reactivity testing kits; and non-acrylic night guards, partials.

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HEALTH & WELLNESS COACHING DEBI KIDDLE

Debi Kiddle Health Coaching Debi@DebiKiddleHealthCoaching.com DebiKiddleHealthCoaching.com Health coaching focusing on optimal aging. Debi is passionate about helping people age optimally and providing the resources, tools and support needed for you to make the best health choices possible. Offering a complimentary health history, individual and group sessions, grocery store tours, In-Home Product Makeovers, and like-minded community support.

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1585 N Barrington Rd, Ste 106, Hoffman Estates 60069 847-884-1220 1440 Maple Ave, Ste 2A Lisle 60532 630-810-1280 • KBoehmDDS.com

Offering state-of-the-art holistic dental care in a relaxed environment, Dr. Boehm and his staff are ready to meet all your dental needs in either of his two locations. Bio-compatible materials and an extensive knowledge of the correlation between oral and overall health are his specialties. Services include safe mercury removal, electrodermal screening for materials compatibility and tooth viability, crowns, bridges, dentures, zirconia implants, homeopathy, cranial osteopathy, orthodontics, ozone therapy, CT/3D imaging, and laser treatment for both gum disease and decay.

WRIGLEYVILLE DENTAL

Dr. Bernice Teplitsky, DDS, PC 3256 N Ashland, Chicago 60657 773-975-6666 WrigleyvilleDental.com In addition to state-of-the-art technology and methods offered by most holistic dentists (microscopes, ozone therapy, etc.), we treat you as a partner. We thoroughly explain your unique situation, provide treatment options and keep you comfortable with Netflix, music and paraffin wax treatments. Now offering reiki treatments. Located off the Brown line. Free garage parking.

HOLISTIC HEALTH PRACTITIONER BIO-ENERGY CENTER

Kankakee Natural Foods BioEnergy Center 815-933-6236 KankakeeNaturalFoods.com Our BioEnergy Center brings together state-ofthe-art machines in one location for an integrative wellness experience. Our approach to healing meets each client’s unique needs through personalized testing and therapies. Come as you are, no appointment needed.

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EPIGENETIC SIGNATURE MAPPING Wellness Empowered 2177 Shermer Rd, Northbrook 60062 847-963-6094 YourWellnessEmpowered.com

Every hair on our head contains valuable genetic information coded in DNA biomarkers. The Cell Well-Being hair profiler assesses for nutritional deficiencies, immune health and environmental toxins. Becoming aware of healthier lifestyle choices is crucial to repair damaged DNA. The scan includes a 1-hr consultation with a holistic practitioner to review your results and assist you on your wellness journey. See ad on page 11.

WHOLE LIFE SPINE & SOFT TISSUE Christopher Codina, DC 33 W Higgins Rd, Ste 735 South Barrington 60010 WholeLifeChiroHE.com

Constantly foam rolling or taking meds to get through the day, just for it to come back?

Learn how something that is easily treated and commonly found in the body may be the reason for your pain. Schedule your free consultation today to learn more. Conveniently located and insurance accepted.

HOLISTIC SKINCARE HOLISTIC SKIN EXPERT: PAULINA IANNOTTA

24W788 75th St, Naperville 60565 (within Estuary Center for Living and Healing Arts) 708-769-5351 HolisticSkinExpert.com Paulina has been a holistic-licensed esthetician since 2010. She believes in balance and treats the body as a whole, and that the skin should be nourished and nurtured with love and not abused with harsh chemicals and treatments. Every treatment is about 2 hours and it’s customized to meet the needs of every individual.

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INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE thriveMD – OPTIMAL HEALTH

Dr. Greg Seaman 1355 Remington Rd, Ste I, Schaumburg IL 60173 312-600-5070 Info@thriveMD.org

Using IV therapies, PRP, weight management and other natural programs, we help conditions like fatigue, brain fog, hormone imbalance, pain, injury, weight gain, decreased performance, tickborn disease and more. After an initial consultation, we design your custom program to obtain true optimal health, which includes living a healthy lifestyle and being committed to yourself. See ad on page 5.

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INTEGRATIVE PSYCHOTHERAPY ELLEN KATZ, MS, LMFT

Clinical Director, Inner Balance Northbrook, Chicago, Palm Springs 847-224-0244 EllenKatz.net Ellen’s 30 years of experience as a psychotherapist integrates a conscious approach to healing old patterns through a mix of trauma and mindfulness-based psychotherapies, HMR, Lifeline, The Work (Byron Katie), energy medicine and somatic awareness. Join Meetup.com “Inner Balance Meditation” for updates on her events, and visit her at EllenKatz.net.

INTUITIVE CONSULTATION AKASHIC COUNSEL

Eunice Marchman AkashicCounsel@gmail.com AkashicCounsel.org Curious about your soul’s purpose?

Think about where you would like insight and healing information.

Let’s open the records insightfully to receive, heal and enrich your current situation. An Akashic reading can help you reconnect to your deeper self and enable you to move on with a clearer sense of purpose.

MICHELE HEATHER

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Offering soaps to cleanse your aura, moisturizers to cultivate confidence and aromatherapy sprays to inspire growth. Create an opportunity to reflect and evolve daily with Nefertem. 100% Natural. 90% Organic.

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847-509-8289 MicheleHeather1@yahoo.com Get clarity, direction and empowerment as we release old patterns and blockages that keep you feeling stuck in life. Using Soul Memory Discovery, Michele helps you work with your angels and guides to practice new inner processes and expand into your highest good and true self. Michele is also intuitive and a Reiki Master Teacher.

The most difficult thing is the decision to act, the rest is merely tenacity. ~Amelia Earhart

At Unity Northwest Church 259 E Central Rd, Des Plaines 60016 847-299-6535 • AREChicagoCenter@gmail.com Full-service bookstore, Cayce remedies, spiritual growth study groups, monthly programs, workshops and holistic fairs, intuitive skills development training, knowledgeable seekers, intuitives, healers and more. Call for hours. See ad on page 17.

INFINITY FOUNDATION

1280 Old Skokie Rd, Highland Park 60035 847-831-8828 • InfinityFoundation.org All courses now on Zoom, many are recorded to watch later. CEUs available. Couples Who Grow Together, Stay Together with Allana Pratt, March 11. Path to Wealth with May McCarthy, March 13.

Call for free course guide.

TEAM SAGE: STUDIO FOR JOURNAL WRITING Laura Stukel 773-251-1631 Laura.TeamSage@gmail.com TeamSage.studio

Reflective journal writing is a mindful way to direct your own growth, to tap the wisdom within. Thoughtfully designed online workshops give you space to explore new techniques for deeper insights, greater personal growth, more variety and less effort.

Resources you can try in 20 mins or explore over 6 wks.

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MEDITATION CENTER KADAMPA MEDITATION CENTER CHICAGO

13 Harrison St, Oak Park 60304 2010 W Pierce Ave, Chicago 60622 708-763-0132 • MeditateInChicago.org Meditation and modern Buddhism. Everyone welcome. We offer an array of drop-in classes, weekend events, and retreats open to everyone and suitable for all levels of experience. A nonprofit, all-volunteer organization, we’re dedicated to sharing the practical wisdom of Buddha’s teachings with Chicagoland through meditation and mindfulness practices.

NATUROPATHIC CONSULTATION DR. ALLA ARUTCHEVA, MD, PHD, ND

Associate Professor, Rush University Med. School Antalee Wellness 1836 Glenview Rd, 2nd Fl, Glenview 60025 847-486-1130 • AntaleeHolistic.com Have gut problems? Suspect leaky gut? Do not give up! We have a solution for you! Our key strategies are “DetermineRemoveRepairRestore” that address the gut health and integrity of the intestinal wall. Special individual program will be created and help your gut be happy again. Learn more about leaky gut and our therapeutic strategy at AntaleeHolistic.com.

MOBILE MASSAGE THERAPY DULCE MOBILE MASSAGE

847-420-2345 DulceMobileMassage@gmail.com DulceMobileMassage.com Candy Kessler will travel to your residence to provide excellent Therapeutic Massage service with the best possible care tailoring your massage to your specific needs. February Special: 60 mins of Swedish Massage, $80 (value $110) or 90 mins of Swedish Massage, $100 (value $130).

NUTRITIONAL IV THERAPY thriveMD

1355 Remington Rd, Ste I Schaumburg IL 60173 312-600-5070 • thriveMD.com Thrive MD offers a way to deliver vital fluids, vitamins, electrolytes and nutrients directly into the bloodstream which can restore hydration, support the immune system and aid in faster recovery. Offerings include nutritional immune support, weight loss, vitality and stress relief.

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RED LIGHT THERAPY GLOWING WELLNESS SPA

213 W. Jefferson Ave, Naperville 60564 815-603-1166 GlowingWellnessSpa.com

Herbs are the friend of the physician and the pride of cooks. ~Charlemagne

Ali Malina is an organic skincare specialist and offers unique mindbody energy treatments infused with healing RED light. Red light treatments offer a non-invasive, safe option for fat loss and body sculpting.

It also helps reduce pain and inflammation, rejuvenate the skin, accelerate healing, boost hormonal health and much more.

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SOUND THERAPY HEALING WAVES SOUND THERAPY 1733 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago 60647 773-485-2935 Info@HealingWavesSoundTherapy.com HealingWavesSoundTherapy.com

Alternative emotional therapy using applied specific sound frequencies to release you from the weight of unwanted emotional burdens. Common emotions worked with are anxiety, fear, anger, depression, grief, worry, suicidal thoughts, stress and much more.

In-person and remote sessions are available.

SOUL ENERGY

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CELEBRATING 27 years in THE business of

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NEW: Federal Financial Aid available for full and part-time students.

Get the support you need to start a rewarding new career!

Beginning Zen Shiatsu 10-Week Sessions

Mar 30 - Jun 8, Tuesdays 10am-1pm Mar 31 - Jun 2, Wednesdays 7-10pm June 24 - August 26, Thursdays 7-10pm

2 Weekend Intensive Session

July 16-18 & 23-25, Fri 7-10pm, Sat/Sun 9am-4pm

Rooted in universal principles of change and balance, the study of Zen Shiatsu enriches your life while you learn to help others.

Learn to relieve aches and pains through acupressure and assisted stretching while also listening to the deeper messages our bodies have to tell us. Try an entry-level class and decide if our program is the one you’ve been looking for.

Federal Aid Available for all students or try one of our

Free Introductory Workshops March 16, Tuesday, 10am-12:30pm April 22, Thursday, 7:00-9:30pm To view more class times visit zenshiatsuchicago.org/schedule/

E-mail info@zenshiatsuchicago.org or call 847-864-1130 to sign up today!

www.zenshiatsuchicago.org CEs Available

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