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5 Skin Care Tips to Defeat Winter’s Wrath Over the Counter Natural Cures

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Nerve Function and Your Health: Part 2 Multiple Chemical Sensitivity (MCS) and Its Role in Chronic Pain: Part 1 Feds Fund Groundbreaking $37 Million Chelation Heart Study The Platelet Rich Plasma Hair Restoration Project

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4 Reasons to Add More Cinnamon to Your Diet

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Dreaming of a Green Holiday Engage in Earth-friendly giving, entertaining this year

The Healing Platform

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Addressing the Problem of Evil: Part 4 The Web of Brain Healing If You Choose to Have an Open Mind or to Change Your Mind, You Must Bring Your Whole Mind to the Conversation

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Editor’s Note Professional Directory Calendar

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Dreaming of a Green Holiday Engage in Earth-friendly giving, entertaining this year

Holiday Gift Guide Give the gift of health and wellness

Brain Health It takes more than a pill

Chronic Pain What’s MCS got to do with it?

Healthy Beginnings • December 2016

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“How did it get so late so soon? It’s night before it’s afternoon. December is here before it’s June. My goodness how the time has flewn. How did it get so late so soon?“ – Dr. Seuss

appy December, Northern Nevada! Along with Dr. Seuss, I, too, am perplexed. We are deeply immersed in the holiday season – family, friends and festivities are here to bid 2016 adieu. Where did the year go? This month, it’s important to address your mental and physical health. The libations and celebrations of the season tend to distract us from what’s good for our bodies – healthy foods, exercise and peace. I tend to lose all sense of what’s good for my mind and body during the holidays – the stresses of buying gifts for family and friends and baking mass amounts of sugar-packed goodies take over, and my dedication to healthy living falters. So, I’m gifting myself with health this December. I plan to stay active by hitting the slopes and enjoying the beauty of our area, I plan to shop local at Northern Nevada’s businesses and boutiques, and I plan to fuel my body with fresh fruits and vegetables. In this issue, we provide you with a few health-inspired gift ideas to share with your loved ones, and we offer a few tips to

help you have a ‘green’ holiday this season. We also introduce a 3-part series focused on brain healing, and we highlight the wonderful work of the Food Bank of Northern Nevada. We’re working on some exciting changes behind the scenes here at Healthy Beginnings, executing our New Year’s resolution early. In 2017, we will provide you – Northern Nevada – with more. More resources and information to help you on your path to wellness. Keep an eye out for us in January – we’ll be donning a new design, too! Please connect with us if you have questions, comments or ideas. Follow us and engage with our social platforms and content. And, of course, we wish you a lovely, peaceful and healthy December. Cheers, Gabrielle Irvin

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Dreaming of a GREEN Holiday Engage in Earth-friendly giving, entertaining this year By Healthy Beginnings Staff

he holiday season is now in full swing – and along with good holiday cheer comes a lot of extra waste. Americans throw away 25 percent more trash between Thanksgiving and New Year’s compared to any other time of the year. The extra waste amounts to about 1.2 million extra tons per week. That’s an extra 6 million tons during the entire holiday season. “We can all save money and time and reduce our impact on the environment by looking for more creative, sustainable gift options,” said Carol Weaver of Waste Management of Nevada. “Whether it’s buying products made from organic or recycled content or giving the gift of time to a favorite charity, if each of us tried a

few waste reduction efforts, we would see a significant positive impact during the holiday season.“ Here are several ways to make this holiday season greener: • Consider giving no-waste gifts, such as music or sports lessons, memberships to a gym, symphony or museum, favors like babysitting or tickets to a sporting event or concert. Find out the gift recipients favorite charity and donate in his or her honor, or commit to volunteering time with that organization. • There are many products made from recycled or organic content that make great gifts – look for bags or fleece cloth-

ing made from recycled plastic bottles or organic cotton T-shirts or other apparel. • For the trend-setter on your shopping list, purchase vintage clothing or accessories from consignment or second-hand stores. Help keep the re-use cycle going by donating clothes and accessories you no longer want to these establishments or charities in our community. • Give potted plants, flowers or trees that the recipient can plant in the garden or yard – not only will it be a gift that continues to be a beautiful reminder of the holidays throughout the year, but it will also provide benefits to the environment by absorbing carbon dioxide and releasing oxygen into the air.

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...continued from page 5 • Thousands of paper and plastic shopping bags end up in landfills every year. Reduce the number of bags thrown out by bringing reusable cloth bags for holiday gift shopping. Tell store clerks you don’t need a bag for small or oversized purchases. • When packaging gifts, consider reduced or no-waste wrapping options. Put a reusable bow on the gift; place the gift in a reusable bag such as a backpack or purse; or package small, themed gifts in a larger item – such as plates or tableware in placemats or a tablecloth or kitchen utensils in an apron or decorative dishtowel.

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Dry skin is a recurring – and can even be longterm – problem, especially during winter when the environmental humidity is low and the skin is not getting enough moisture.

H Y D R AT E causes dry skin 1. Dehydration and chapped lips. Hydrating will provide the skin barrier enough water to keep the skin’s natural moisture. Drinking lots of water will flush out toxins and improve functioning of the whole body for healthier hair, skin and nails.

HUMIDIFIER on the heating inside 4. Turning the home can cause dry skin. Humidifiers can add moisture back to dry skin and chapped lips.

Extreme dry skin can lead to itchy and painful cracked skin, if not treated. Here are some tips to prevent dry skin and defeat Northern Nevada’s brisk winds and dry air:

MOISTURIZE oil, creams, 2. Ointments, lotions and moisturizers are different types of products that are available over the counter without a prescription. Ointments and oils are usually greasier compared to the others. Hot showers and harsh soaps can strip the skin’s oil barrier. Apply within minutes after taking a hot shower to seal in the moisture. Reapply throughout the day as needed. Avoid harmful chemicals from products such as Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS) and Sodium Olefin Sulfonates, which are used in shampoos, cleansers, baby wipes and bubble baths. These are irritating ingredients and weaken the moisture barrier.

SUNSCREEN exposure is still 3. Ultraviolet present when the sun is out during winter. UV exposure can break down collagen and elastin causing dehydrated skin and chapped lips.

NUTRITION & SLEEP skin is a reflection of 5. Healthy overall body health. Vitamins A, B, C, E, fatty acids and sleep help fight oxidative stress caused by free radicals and also help regenerate new skin cells.

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n the second article of this series (Healthy Beginnings Magazine, October issue) I described evil as a force that “corrodes and eats away at the human spirit,” that “delays or derails the natural unfolding of your deepest potential” and pursues “the destruction of goodness in all its forms such as love, creativity, consciousness, healing and maturation.” But accurately applying this definition to the events of your life is often easier said than done. Not only does evil have many disguises, but also our inherent egocentricity tends to cloud our judgment and perceptions.

By Andy Drymalski, EdD

If a decision or action is in line with the goals of our ego, we tend to call it good. But if it thwarts our will or poses an obstacle to our goals, we usually see it as bad. Rock and roll music was the “work of the devil” to many parents in the 50s and 60s, but the “stairway to heaven” to their exuberant children. Obviously, different people may view the same event differently, and sometimes we adopt opposing views of a particular event in our own life as well. For example, if a series of

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disappointing circumstances keeps you from pursuing a particular career path, you might label them as evil. However, if you later recognize that that career wasn’t really a good match for you, your evaluation of those obstacles may change from bad to good.

I hold toward this event? Is this something I need to be taking a stand against, or assisting with?”

to good in unexpected ways, can lure us into the false belief that all actions and decisions work out for the best in their own way. “It’s all good” as they say, so don’t sweat your decisions. “There are no wrong paths and no wrong answers.” “Wherever you are, that’s where you’re meant to be.”

Reflecting on the paradoxical nature of evil, Jungian psychologist John Sanford writes: “…the ego is a sleepy bear who prefers to hibernate. Few Clearly, life can be very paradoxical people become conscious without If these statements sound like clichés, with regard to good and evil. From having to become conscious, without that’s because they are. Of course, one perspective and point in time, an being driven to it by necessity. And this clichés often hold a kernel of truth event may appear evil, and yet from is where evil comes in. For the most and may offer a helpful perspective another perspective and point in time, part, it is only when people encounter in certain situations. But these the opposite is true. 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nutrients that work much more efficiently together, rather than just by themselves. According to the National Center for Health Statistics, 90 percent of Americans are nutrient deficient, meaning that our bodies lack the essential nutrients required for proper metabolic and hormonal harmony. Our malnourishment comes from our overdependence on prescription drugs and the excess consumption of sugar, artificial flavors, preservatives, alcohol and fast food. But because of factory farming, our soils are becoming more depleted of the necessary nutrients. If the vitamins and minerals are not in the soil, they’re not in the spinach. Then there’s the deluge of toxic compounds that corrupt everyday products like soaps, shampoos, body creams and even nutritional supplements. We know that a lack of key nutrients, combined with an increase in toxins, can lead to cell function weakness and disease. Each cell in your body is working at a hundred thousand functions per second, and needs the purest nutrients possible in order to keep working. This book is easy to read and understand, and is dedicated to those who want to save money and live healthy rather than squander their finances and lives to Big Pharma. For more information on the author, or to access health resources and information such as The Natural Cures Cheat Sheet – a master file of his favorite natural cures – and The Three-Step Sugar Detox, visit thepeopleschemist.com.

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NERVE FUNCTION part

By Dr. Tony C. Jensen

& Your Health

N PART ONE OF THIS THREE-PART SERIES, WE FOCUSED ON THE neck area. In this article, we will be focusing on the midback, or the thoracic spine. The thoracic spine is made up of 12 vertebrae, the rib cage and surrounding tissues, which help to protect your major internal organs such as your heart, lungs, liver and kidneys. The nerves exiting the thoracic spine area, referred to as T1-T12 nerves, are either sensory or motor in function. "Sensory nerves deliver information to your spinal cord from

muscles and joints about your body position. They also transmit sensations such as touch, pressure, pain and temperature, which are experienced on the surface of your skin," which associate with dermatomes. Dermatomes are areas on the body that relate to each particular spinal nerve. “Motor nerves (motor neurons) pass information received from your brain through your spinal tracts to your skeletal muscles to direct precise voluntary movements. T1-T12 power the muscles that lie between the ribs (intercostal muscles). These also help you breathe by drawing the rib cage outwards and upwards, pulling the lungs in the same direction. The lungs expand, helping them fill with air. The diaphragm and the intercostal muscles are your major breathing muscles. Your lower thoracic spinal nerves T6-T12 provide power to your abdominal muscles. These muscles help you cough and expel matter from your air passages. Abdominal muscles are also important in balance and posture. Your autonomic nervous system (ANS), which is part of the peripheral nervous system, consists of two divisions: Your parasympathetic and sympathetic nerves receive information from your brain down through your spinal cord. This information is then passed on to organs, glands and blood vessels." continued on page 17

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e were honored to have Annie Brandt address the Nevada Homeopathic and Integrative Medical Association (NHIMA) annual fall convention in Reno presenting her latest book, The Healing Platform – Build Your Own Cure. She is the founder of Best Answer for Cancer Foundation and the International Organization of Integrative Cancer Physicians (IOICP).

Hope and Healing Insights Annie’s Story Prior to her health issues, Brandt worked as a market research specialist for the Anheuser-Busch industrial products division and as a systems engineer for Digital Equipment Corporation, rising through the ranks to corporate information networking consultant. She became an entrepreneur in the field of indoor air/ water quality consulting, and has owned her own firm in that specialty since 1994. From 1997 to 2004, she was also co-owner of an award-winning “green” design/build company. In 1992 she was in a meeting in Boston with the vice president of Kodak and realized she couldn’t remember her thoughts, nor the man’s name or company. She felt panicky, feverish, achy, dizzy and nauseous. Her account manager knew something was wrong and covered for her. Afterward he suggested that she might have the flu, so she went back to the hotel and flew home the next day. However, her symptoms intensified with mind fog, headaches and extreme fatigue. After consulting with several doctors, she was diagnosed with Chronic Fatigue Immune Dysfunction Syndrome (CFIDS), also known as Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME). She was totally disabled and slept 22 hours per day. Doctors gave her no hope, and she got sicker from their medications. She lost her job, savings and her relationship. Who could live with

her after falling in love with a vibrant, successful, professional woman? She couldn’t collect disability because ME wasn’t recognized as a serious problem. She began her own research and realized that the majority of people with ME did not get over it and ended up with other autoimmune diseases such as multiple sclerosis, lupus, diabetes and cancer. Many people did not survive. It was at this time that she realized that she needed to figure things out for herself in order to be healed.

It’s MS In 1994 she had no equilibrium, she had double vision with numbness and vomiting, and she tested positive for multiple sclerosis. She had a second opinion at Duke University and confirmed the presence of both MS and Immune Dysfunction Syndrome (IDS). She was told that she had progressive-aggressive MS: in a wheelchair in 6 months and death in a few years. In 1995 she was diagnosed with mitral valve prolapse and in 1997 with multiple chemical sensitivities.

It’s Cancer In 2001 she found a swollen lymph node under her arm during a shower. Biopsy showed ER+/PR+ breast cancer. More scans revealed lesions in the lungs and brain. Her diagnosis was end-stage metastatic breast cancer. She was given 3 months to live – no longer than 5 months. She was booked for a double mastectomy followed by chemotherapy and radiation. Conventional oncology standard of care included surgery, which

weakens the immune system and causes metastases, chemotherapy, kills the P53 tumor- suppressor gene, distorts the DNA of healthy cells, causes cancer to build immunity and promotes metastases. Radiation causes all of the above and promotes cancer. (Brandt opined that, “God is the only one who really knows when I am going to die, everyone else just has an opinion!” She went back to the books.)

Throughout this process she received help from many friends and doctors. One of her first inspirations was from The Cancer Personality: Its Importance in Healing, a book written by W. Douglas Brodie, MD. He felt that, after decades of treating cancer patients, there are certain personality traits that are rather consistently present in cancer-susceptible individuals. These include the following: 1.

Being highly conscientious, dutiful, responsible, caring, hardworking and usually of above average intelligence.

Exhibiting a strong tendency toward carrying other people’s burdens and toward taking on extra obligations, often “worrying for others.”

Having a deep-seated need to make others happy, tending to be “people pleasers.” Having a great need for approval.

Often having a history of lack of closeness with one or both parents, sometimes, later in life, resulting in lack of closeness with spouse or others who would normally be close.

Harboring long-suppressed toxic emotions, such as anger, resentment and /or hostility. Typically the cancer-susceptible individual internalizes such emotions and has great difficulty expressing them.

Reacting adversely to stress, often becoming unable to cope adequately with such stress. Usually experiencing an especially damaging event about 2 years before the onset of detectable cancer. The patient is unable to cope with this traumatic event or series of events, which comes as a “last straw” on top of years of suppressed reactions to stress.

Showing an inability to resolve deepseated emotional problems and conflicts, usually arising in childhood, often even being unaware of their presence. continued on page 16

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References: 15 1. Gaby, Alan R., M.D. Nutritional Medicine. Fritz Perlberg Publishing. 2011.

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Platform, continued from page 15 Whole-Being Approach: The Healing Platform Healing the entire person: spirituality, mind-body, psycho-motional, immunity, nourishment, detoxification, lifestyle and targeted cancer therapies.

Spirituality On at least two occasions Brandy heard the voice of God telling her “Do not worry. I love you and I will not let anything bad happen to you; you must have faith in Me.” The National Cancer Institute sponsored a multi-institutional cross-sectional study of 170 patients with advanced cancer. More use of positive religious coping methods was associated with better overall quality of life and higher scores on the existential and support domains of the McGill Quality of Life measurements. Tools to support the spirituality healing platforms include: prayer, attendance at religious services, healing touch, Order of St. Luke, prayer group and Reiki.

Mind Body – Psychoneuroimmunology Research pointing to a circuit linking the immune system and brain connects illness, stress, mood and thought in a whole new way. Toxic, buried emotions usually start in childhood and create patterns, which may persist throughout life. These include beliefs of unworthiness, being unlovable and displeasing. Persistent feeling of being trapped, “There is no escape.” Traumatic events 6 months to 2 years prior to diagnosis and unknown/unrecognized traumas can be triggered and resurface. Tools for removing negative emotions include recognizing that cancer impression is positive, not negative, using visualization, imagery, positive affirmations, self-hypnosis/meditation, faith and NuCalm. NuCalm entrains the brain to the alpha/theta EEG ranges, naturally creating homeostasis, neuromuscular release and relaxation.

Immunity Boost, strengthen and balance the immune system, which has huge power to influence cancer. Tools include clinical immunotherapies, immune supplements and herbs, acupuncture, liver cleanses, healthy gut, music, endorphins (exercise, knitting, handiwork), living touch and massage, unconditional love (pets), laughter nutrition, supplements and NuCalm.

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Nutrition plays a key role in cancer therapy. Tools include diet, microbiome (gut flora), supplementation, herbs and spices, enzymes and very importantly, switching up a diet – fool the cancer! Cancer cells are smart and need changes in approach to keep them off guard.

IPT/IPTLD (insulin potentiated therapy); high-dose IV vitamin C; cancer stem cells (CSCs) inhibition; oxidative therapies; thermal medicine; bicarbonate IV therapy; IV chelation; immunotherapies; RIGVIR; enzymatic therapies; colonic therapies; medical cannabis (United Patients Group); zolodex injections; aromatase inhibitors; Poly-MVA; Lugol’s Iodine; curcumin; metformin and berberine; Haelin 951; GcMAF; Salicinium; silver; Artemisinin/Artenuate; Iscador/mistletoe; Laetrile; 3-Bromopyruvate (3BP); Budwig Protocol; AveULTRA; ESSIAC Tea; red clover/ Stillingia; Hoxsey; Pau D’arco; modified citrus pectin; mushroom extracts; KAQUN water; selenium therapy; DMSO; functional integrative dentistry; psychoneuroimmunological medicine; amino acid supplementation; seeds; food.

Detox: Cancer Diagnosis = Toxic Overload According to chemical analysis of 10 cord blood samples from newborns, 287 toxins were identified, 180 of which cause cancer (AXYS Analytical Services). According to the CDC’s 2009 report of blood, serum and urine samples from 2,500 random participants, all Americans are recipients of widespread exposure to environmental chemicals. This ranges from BPA and lead, to acrylamides in fried food and gasoline additives. Environmental detox includes air; use air purifiers for all living/ working spaces. Water. Get water purifiers and filters for all household water. Don’t drink bottled water; fill BPA-free bottles with purified water. Electromagnetic frequencies. Find good EMF blockers, practice grounding. Physically follow a detox diet, exercise, liver, colon, kidney cleanses, colonics and enemas and chelation to remove heavy metals. Spiritually: get rid of suspicions, anger, resentment and bitterness against God. Psychologically, research has shown that psychotherapy may improve a patient’s quality of life. Change negative thinking. Improve self-belief system using Neural Emotional Therapy, counseling, self-help books, 12-step programs, Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) and Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR).

Lifestyle “The day of diagnosis is the first day of the rest of your life. Literally.” How do I want to live? How do I want to die? Experts estimate that more than 4 in 10 cancer cases could be prevented by lifestyle changes. Important lifestyle changes include diet (no sugar, little/no starches and organic foods). Stop smoking, reduce alcohol consumption, exercise 30 minutes per day, eliminate negatives (people, situations), reduce stress (NuCalm), participate in fun activities and positive support groups, count your blessings and have an ‘Attitude of Gratitude.’ Get good, nourishing sleep every night – at least 7 hours – court positive relationships and build physical strength. Move your body, which will get blood flowing and move the lymph.

The Leading Edge of Integrative Oncology: Targeted Treatments for Cancer Stem Cells (CSCs) In 2006, the Chairman of the Department of Oncology at the University of Michigan School of Medicine Max Wicha, MD, wrote that standard cancer treatments can make things worse because when tumor cells die under assault from chemotherapy and radiation, they give off inflammatory messengers that can recruit CSCs. CSCs are responsible for recurrence of cancer, especially metastases-targeting cancer stem cell population is essential for improving outcomes. Targeted treatment for CSCs include Metformin, Berberine, natural botanicals, curcumin, fermented soy, fish oil and sulforaphane.

Conclusion Annie Brandt’s The Healing Platform – Build Your Own Cure is an inspirational book with patient interactive question pages. As a 14-year survivor of stage IV breast cancer and host of other health challenges, she speaks with experience and knowledge. Her compassionate life focus is to help others not only “survive, but thrive.” Her book is very well documented, informative and geared to the cancer patient. All cancer patients and their doctors would do well to begin their health journey with a copy of her book. The next Answers for Cancer Summit will be held on April 28 and 29 at the Town and Country Resort & Convention Center in San Diego. The doctor’s conference will be held from April 27 through 29.

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Nerve Function, continued on page 13

Damage to one of the thoracic nerves can cause various ailments and irritations, including:

T1 DAMAGE Asthma, cough, difficulty breathing, shortness of breath, pain in the lower arm and pain in the hands.

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T2 DAMAGE Functional heart conditions and chest conditions.

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THORACIC VERTEBRAE T1-T12

T9 DAMAGE Allergies and hives. T10 DAMAGE Kidney troubles, chronic tiredness and nephritis.

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T11 DAMAGE Acne, pimples and eczema. T12 DAMAGE Rheumatism and gas pain. ANTERIOR

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Because scientific research is now available to offer proof that many natural remedies have profound effects, we have entered a new era for healing brains. Inclusive in this list are injuries (stroke, traumatic brain injury), disease (Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, Multiple Sclerosis), developmental issues (Cerebral Palsy, Autism, Asperger’s) and/or emotional-psychiatric problems (fear, anxiety, depression, bi-polar, schizophrenia). Today, we understand that the brain is not a fixed structure that when damaged cannot be fixed; today we understand that the brain is plastic – it can change, grow new neurons, reestablish lost connection and even move functioning from one area to another to restore performance, which is known as neuroplasticity. To accomplish this healing and retraining, many natural therapies such as acupuncture, nutrition and computerized neuro-training are proving themselves as the remedies the brain needs. Patients no longer are limited to current conventional treatment with only drugs, surgery and the therapies of physical, occupational and speech/ language.

Healing the brain engages a complex web of biological and physiological processes that are interdependent – hence when one is not working it will negatively affect the others. What further complicates the web is the brain’s interdependence of different areas/ regions for proper function. The good news is that research has provided us with enough understanding of the interdependence, biological and physiological mechanisms that we can effectively apply natural therapies to facilitate the brain’s healing.1, 2 The web is comprised of the following nine realms that are each addressed to either recover or maximize function. Nine Realms of the Web and Healing Process 1.

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Treating the whole body is where the healing process begins because of the many bodily systems that support and impact brain function. Basic functions such as heart and blood vessels provide the circulation of building materials and waste removal, the lungs provide blood enriched with oxygen, digestion provides necessary nutrients, the liver, kidneys and intestines3 remove toxins and waste, which otherwise can damage tissues. Brain function is dependent upon stable and proper blood sugar4, good red blood cell production and proper thyroid/ metabolism and other hormones.5, 6 To properly remediate issues within the brain, it cannot include treatment of the brain alone; the entire organism must function at an optimum level to produce the greatest repair in the brain. Eliminating external interference and damage includes external pathogenic factors and prevention of excessive inflammation. Viral, bacterial, parasite, yeast and fungal infections can directly impact the brain and so too can the secondary inflammation7 caused by these bodily infections. It cannot be emphasized enough that all things that cause inflammation can interfere with neuron function, neuron connections to each other at the synaptic junction and/ or damage to neurons, blood vessels, meninges and cerebral spinal fluid production, reabsorption and circulation. Further, our modern food supply and environment are filled with altered proteins and chemicals responsible for the interference and subtle damage.8, 9, 10, 11, 12 More deeply concerning is that some foods are causing the production of antibodies that damage myelin sheath (a possible component of Multiple Sclerosis MS13), causing the tangles in Alzheimer’s14 and damage to mechanisms that allow neurons to communicate with each other and antibodies that damage the brain’s blood vessels resulting with inflammation of the brain.15

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Once the whole body has been taken into the plan of action, the practitioner may turn directly to the rehabilitation of the brain itself with a variety of treatments. Awaken the brain includes therapies that stimulate neurons and/or specific areas of the brain such as acupuncture 16, 17, 18, 19, essential oils, flower essence, sound, light-color, laser, vision, vibration, magnetic pulse and more. Neurophysiology includes providing nutrients that are needed for neuron function and making neuron connections.20, 21 Neuron timing refers to firing efficiency – the more a neuron can fire (be active) at a given moment the better the signal flow is from one neuron to the next. Like a domino effect, the neurons fire in a sequence and if one is not firing the sequence is interrupted. Further, the brain needs to efficiently process information. So, just like your computer performs better with a ‘faster processor,’

the brain can improve its processing by how fast individual neurons can ‘fire’ and then ‘re-charge’ themselves with each activation. The faster they can ‘fire and re-charge’ the faster you can process information.22, 23 Brain region synchronization is necessary like neuron timing in that there is a sequence to the flow of information from one region/area of the brain to another and lack of being in-sync will cause dysfunction.24 Mind-body connection is instrumental to facilitating brain region synchronization because thoughts can place us in sympathetic mode (fight, flight, freeze) 25, 26 or in the parasympathetic mode (rest and digest) of which alters the sequencing of activated brain regions.

and therapist who are outside the conventional healthcare system. Holistic care plays a significant role because the patient’s life circumstances (financial, mobility) and relationships with family, friends, work will have a direct affect upon the patient’s state of mind – positive or negative. Bottom line, healing the brain is beyond writing a prescription, a patient taking their medication and completing six weeks of therapy covered by their insurance. Part two of this three-part series will discuss “Why Brains Do Not Heal,” and part three discusses “What You Can Do to Help Heal Your Brain.” For more information, call Van Harding at 530-536-5084 or visit www.tahoeneurohealing.com. For a list of Harding’s references, visit www.HBmag.com.

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real reason to want to change, because it’s not always easy. The old programming keeps popping up, causing you to doubt whether you should change. You may have quietly rejected the family ideas as a child or teenager. Maybe they never really resonated with you. Maybe something within you sort of “knew” those ideas weren’t for you. That usually launches us on a quest – to find out what other people think and why they think that way… to find out what backstory there is regarding certain religions or political parties. It’s very important to bring your subconscious mind to the conversation – meaning, understand that you were programmed to believe what you believe. And remember instances when you were told certain things or when you heard your parents or friends make certain statements. Sometimes the realization that you were programmed is enough to free you up so that you can do some research and decide whether the old programming is valuable enough to keep or whether you should ditch it. People who get very emotional about their beliefs are usually very heavily programmed. They feel attacked if someone voices an opinion that is opposite from theirs. Rather than standing back mentally and emotionally, staying out of the emotional storm and quietly observing (thereby retaining all their own personal power) they become very defensive and feel they have to jump in and stand up for their (inherited) position. The art of discussion and debate, without getting angry and resorting to name-calling, is actually a lot of fun. That means one must know WHY they believe a certain way, or their side of the conversation is going to be very short and sound pretty uninformed and shallow. We were not born racist or sexist or xenophobic or homophobic. We were a clean slate at birth. We picked up certain opinions along the way and we can decide now why we believe that way and whether or not we want to continue those opinions and beliefs. We have total free will in this respect.

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One of the first steps to ask yourself is: WHY do I believe what I believe? Where did I pick this up? Is it serving me now? Or is it just habit? Do I hang onto it because family won’t approve of me if I change my mind? I may have to gradually change my friends if I’m going to think for myself – make new friends with whom I can have intelligent conversations instead of just “preaching to the choir” conversations. If I’m going to be open-minded or change my mind, I must bring my whole mind to the conversation. Examine the reasons for my beliefs. Am I intellectually curious enough to do some research and read about other people’s journey along this same path? Or, am I too mentally lazy? There are millions of people who’ve decided to come into the present and stop living in the past, living out their programming, living “unconsciously” by letting their subconscious minds decide their opinions and run their lives. They’ve decided to stop being a “belief thief.” Concerned about what others may think? Ask yourself, “Are they paying my bills?” Probably not. So don’t give it another thought.

Look at the conflict in the world. If everyone really looked at their programming, including religious, political, social and cultural, and decided what was best for them, for their families and for the world, would they keep their old conditioning? By doing that, you will be retaining your personal power, not By doing that, you will be retaining your personal power, not giving it away to a rigid person who isn’t willing to change in giving it away to a rigid person who isn’t willing to change in any way and who won’t shut up. any way and who won’t shut up. Learn to stand back and observe human behavior in every Learn to stand back and observe human behavior in every situation…at home, work or school. It’s often quite amusing, situation…at home, work or school. It’s often quite amusing, and the emotional emotionalstorm, storm,you’ll you’ll andasasyou youstand standback, back, away away from from the realize you’re becoming stronger, more self-confident, clearer realize you’re becoming stronger, more self-confident, clearer about andmore morecalm, calm,cool cool aboutwhat whatyou youwant, want, more more empowered empowered and and person doesn’t doesn’teven eventry trytoto andcollected collectedin in every every way. way. If If that that person change enough chances, chances,walk walkaway away changeafter afteryou’ve you’ve given given them them enough for good. Their manipulative behavior may be too deeply for good. Their manipulative behavior may be too deeply ingrained By staying staying in in proximity proximity ingrained for for them them to to ever ever change. change. By totothat morale, which which would wouldonly only thatperson, person, they’ll they’ll break break your your morale, lead by everyone everyoneelse. else. leadtotoyour yourgetting getting used used and manipulated manipulated by Protect Protectyour yourHeart. Heart.You You Protectyour yourSpirit. Spirit.Protect Protect your Mind. Protect are this temporary temporaryphysical physical arean anEternal EternalSpiritual Spiritual Being, Being, living in this body experience. Be Bedetermined determined bodyfor forthe thedeliciousness deliciousness of this experience. makeititas asdelicious delicious as as possible. totomake

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e are exposed to unprecedented levels of environmental toxins, industrial chemical pollutants and heavy metals. There are over 80,000 untested compounds in our environment. Today, children are born with increasingly higher levels of toxic burdens (an average of 300 compounds per child). Pharmaceutical chemical intake is as shocking with half of the U.S. population taking multiple medications. In addition to sugar, the standard American diet is comprised of industrially processed foods, chemical additives, GMOs and hydrolyzed food. All are inflammatory. Hundreds of studies have explored the effects of these compounds on our life. But human physiology is complex and it is difficult to identify specific compounds that affect the average person. Unless there is an acute exposure, toxins do their work quietly and slowly over time. Why do some people remain healthy in the face of all these exposures while others fall victim to toxin-induced illness? If you were to randomly test people in the U.S., chances are that all of them will show contamination from heavy metals and environmental compounds. Being completely free of these substances today is impossible. In fact, anthropological studies show that even mummies were uniformly contaminated by heavy metals.

What we’re seeing regarding as to whom is affected or not affected is that some people have immune reactions to these environmental compounds – and others don’t. One person can test for high levels of toxicity and be symptom free while another tests for low levels of contamination yet reacts seriously. How can this be? It appears that the issue is not whether you have toxins or how many toxins are in your system, but whether or not your immune system reacts to them. Poor immunity is the mechanism behind chemical intolerance, multiple chemical sensitivities and the toxin-induced brain degeneration mechanisms that are becoming so common today. This loss of chemical tolerance due to immune dysfunction often results in a dizzying array of symptoms when that person is exposed to gas fumes, scented body products, laundry detergents, fabric softeners, new carpet smells, new car smells, etc. Some of the symptoms that are commonly associated with even trivial exposures for people with loss of chemical tolerances are asthma, migraines, fibromyalgia, fatigue, Gulf War Syndrome, brain fog, memory loss, incontinence, general neurological dysfunction, rashes and so on.

So what specifically causes immune response in chemo-sensitive patients?

Depletion of glutathione levels: Every day, levels of environmental compounds do not become immune triggers unless glutathione levels are depleted.

Breakdown in immune barriers: Leaky gut, leaky brain barriers and leaky lungs. (Diet and lifestyle factors can break these down increasing the risk for both loss of chemical tolerance and autoimmunity.)

Poor regulatory T-cell function: “T” stands for thymus. These white blood cells regulate the immune system and prevent autoimmunity and lack of chemical tolerance. Glutathione depletion causes regulatory T-cell dysfunction as to Vitamin D deficiency (below 30) and fatty acid deficiency (think fish oils).

Chronic inflammation: It’s common today. Stress, diets, etc. contribute to the loss of glutathione, loss of barrier integrity and loss of T-regulatory cells, and is a major predisposing factor in the loss of chemical tolerance.

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So how do loss of chemical tolerance and multiple chemo-sensitivities occur? They appear to occur in two stages. The first stage is the breakdown of the body’s natural tolerance to chemicals and heavy metals (numbers 1 through 4). This is the person who experiences mild chemical sensitivities to chemicals, and that’s it. Maybe they have a mild allergic type of reaction, or even a mild skin rash to jewelry. No big deal. In the second stage, the same ordinary exposure to an environmental compound triggers an immune response whether it’s due to traffic exhaust, fragrances, a drug or other chemicals. An example would be the same person walking into an apartment heavily scented with chemical laundry products suddenly experiencing

dizziness, vertigo, fatigue or exacerbations of an already present case of multiple sclerosis, lupus, rheumatoid arthritis or some other preexisting problem. The latter is an example of an immune response leading to profound breakdowns of immune function. In fact, many of these people go on to develop multiple chemical sensitivities (MCS), severe allergies, multiple food sensitivities and auto immunity, if they don’t already have it. Managing these cases can be difficult, as many of the very herbs and supplements used in these types of chronic cases trigger reactions. Prior to the exposures mentioned above, these folks likely already suffered from glutathione depletion, leaky immune barriers and other health intolerances

that predisposed them to developing loss of chemical tolerance and autoimmunity. It wasn’t the amount of toxins in their system that triggered them. Again, it was their loss of immune tolerance to chemicals.

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references 1. Environmental Threats to Healthy Aging, Stein, T. Rohrer B, Valenti, M. 2008. Greater Boston Physicians for Greater Responsibility and Science and Environmental Health Network 2. Powell JJ, Van de Water J, Gershwin M.E. Evidence for the Role for Environmental Agents in the Initiation and Progression of Autoimmune Conditions. Environ Health Perspect. 1999 Oct; 107 Suppl 5:667 – 72 3. Kharrazian, Datis, Why Isn’t my Brain Working. Elephant Press 2013. pp 410-414

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Feds fund groundbreaking $ 37 million chelation heart study By Robert A. Eslinger, D.O., H.M.D. The study, known as the Trial to Assess Chelation Therapy 2 (TACT2), will involve 1,200 patients and is being conducted with the Duke Clinical Research Institute and other leading medical institutions.

helation therapy is an IV therapy that has been recommended by the American Medical Association for almost 100 years for the removal of heavy metals from the body. It has also been used by alternative medical doctors for the removal of blockages in the heart and brain blood vessels, and has been dismissed by conventional heart doctors as “fringe medicine.” The National Institutes of Health (NIH) announced that it is approving a grant of $37 million to conduct a follow-up study of promising preliminary research. This research suggests that chelation therapy may be as beneficial as the use of conventional medication and treatments – or more so – in preventing heart attacks.

“The results showed that those who received chelation plus vitamin supplements had a 26 percent lower risk of heart complications (such as a second heart attack, stroke or bypass surgery), compared to those given a placebo.” The lead researcher is Dr. Gervasio Lamas, chief cardiologist with the Columbia University Division of Cardiology at Mount Sanai Medical Center in Miami Beach.

If TACT2 is positive, it will forever change the way we treat heart attack patients and view toxic metals in the environment. Dr. Lamas has noted that, “chelation therapy cleanses the body of environmental pollutants that may be implicated in heart disease.” The research aims to examine the use of intravenous chelation treatments in combination with oral vitamins in diabetic patients with a history of a prior heart attack. The goal is to determine if chelation can prevent recurrent heart episodes such as heart attacks, stroke, death and others by removing toxins from the blood. Chelation has long been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to rid the body of toxic heavy metals by using a synthetic amino acid (ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid, or EDTA), which binds to toxic metals and minerals in the bloodstream, allowing them to be excreted in the urine. Some experts believe heavy metal contamination is linked to heart disease. Chelation rids the body of deposits that can lead to atherosclerosis, which causes coronary arteries to narrow, leading to heart attacks. Dr. Lamas, who once dismissed chelation as “quackery,” began looking into its

potential benefits 14 years ago. In 2002, he launched an NIH sponsored study involving more than 1,700 heart attack survivors at 134 research sites across the U.S. and Canada. Over a 7-year period, the participants were randomly assigned to receive 40 injections of a chelation solution or an inactive placebo. The results showed that those who received chelation plus vitamin supplements had a 26 percent lower risk of heart complications (such as a second heart attack, stroke or bypass surgery), compared to those given a placebo. He says, “if this study is positive, as the last one was, we will move to chelation of toxic metals as front-line therapy for heart disease!” Alternative practitioners have used chelation therapy for nearly 60 years in the absence of clinical trial data supporting its use. Because of the lack of such data, it has been believed by conventional medical practitioners and cardiologists to be without value. For more information, contact Reno Integrative Medical Center, 6110 Plumas St., Ste. B, Reno, NV, 89519, at 775-829-1009 or visit www.renointegrative.com

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mm, cinnamon. It’s delicious in our morning coffee and tea, and it’s a wonderful addition to any sweet baked good or savory dish. Aside from cinnamon’s distinct, pungent and slightly sweet flavor, there’s great reason to use cinnamon for more than pleasing your taste buds.

Cinnamon contains antiinflammatory compounds that help relieve pain and stiffness caused by arthritis. It is also known to enhance antioxidant defenses by warding off E. coli and other bacteria, prevent urinary tract infections and help control blood sugar.

Need more reasons to dash some cinnamon in your favorite foods? Cinnamon is also known to:

Calm inflammation. Cinnamon is an anti-inflammatory, in part due to its cinnamaldehyde content. The antioxidants in cinnamon help fight inflammation, which plays a role in the development of various diseases including Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, brain tumors and meningitis. Cinnamaldehyde may also fight various kinds of infection, as cinnamon oil has been shown to treat respiratory tract infections caused by fungi. “It can also inhibit the growth of certain bacteria, including Listeria and Salmonella,” according to an article published by Authority Nutrition. “The antimicrobial effects of cinnamon may also help prevent tooth decay and reduce bad breath.”

of manganese, a powerful antioxidant that is crucial for brain health.

Boost brain function. The scent of cinnamon boosts brain function – merely smelling cinnamon can improve memory and visual-motor speed. Cinnamon is a good source

Curb food cravings and promote weight loss. Cinnamon reduces blood glucose concentration and enhances insulin sensitivity. “In obese and healthy-weight individuals, cinnamon is also effective in moderating postprandial glucose response (or the amount of sugar in your blood after a meal),” according to an article published by Dr. Mercola, a well-known natural health expert. “By helping to regulate blood sugar spikes, cinnamon may have a favorable impact on hunger and weight gain.” Soothe a sore throat or cough. Cinnamon’s antibacterial properties can help relieve sore throats and fight infection. To soothe a sore throat or cough, soak cinnamon sticks in warm water and create cinnamon water with a water-soluble fiber called mucilage.

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references 1. http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/ archive/2015/11/09/surprising-cinnamon-benefits.aspx 2. http://blog.brainhq.com/2014/07/28/5-proven-brainbenefits-of-cinnamon/ 3. https://authoritynutrition.com/10-proven-benefits-ofcinnamon/

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Ways to help our local Food Bank provide nutritious, healthy meals this season

FRESH FOOD FOR THE HOLIDAYS In Nevada, one in seven people is food insecure – lacking reliable access to a sufficient quantity of affordable, nutritious food. The Food Bank of Northern Nevada works to provide these people with emergency food services through a network of more than 140 partner agencies in a 90,000 square mile service area throughout Northern Nevada and Eastern California. You may be familiar with our local Food Bank’s mission, and you’ve most likely noticed the various food drives throughout the community – at the grocery store, in your bank lobby or even near the front desk of your office. But, you may not be aware of the types of foods tossed into these seemingly abundant branded food drive barrels – nearly 30 percent of donated food generated by food drives is thrown away due to expired expiration dates and tampered packaging. “We work to spend time before a food drive to educate people about what we can take, and what we can’t,” Jocelyn Lantrip, director of marketing and communications for the Food Bank of Northern Nevada, said. “When I get that question: ‘What should you donate to a food drive?’ I so often say, ‘What would you like to eat? If you had to pick nonperishable foods, what would you buy?’”

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This holiday season, what are you placing on your dining room table? Fresh greens, colorful fruits and savory sides? Would you like to help a local family enjoy the same fresh, nutritious foods? If so, you can.

Mobile Harvest: Throughout the month, the Food Bank’s Mobile Harvest program visits neighborhoods across Northern Nevada and Eastern California to distribute produce and other fresh food items to those in need.

The Food Bank often battles a long-standing misconception that the organization only accepts and distributes non-perishable food items to those in need. However, nearly half of the distribution is produce.

Plant a Row: When planning your garden in the spring, consider dedicating a row, or even an entire bed, to your neighbors in need. As you harvest your garden, you can also donate any excess produce that may otherwise go to waste. Many of the Food Bank’s partner agencies accept donations of garden fresh produce.

“We really spend a lot of energy sourcing produce – it’s about half of what we distribute,” she said. Access to produce varies, but the organization works to provide a vast and abundant variety of fruits and vegetables including kale, broccoli, cauliflower, tomatoes, onions, apples and more. However, it’s not always an easy task. “We work hard to get that variety,” Lantrip said. “The end result is that we want people to have healthier food.” The Food Bank works with various organizations and offers multiple programs to help provide fresh, nutritious food to community members. These programs include:

“If people are gardening and they have a zucchini plant that goes crazy, they tend to give it to their neighbors and their friends…” she said. “So, we organized it so that people can take that extra produce right to our agencies.” Nutrition Education Program: The program recognizes that knowledge is power, and works to educate adults and children about nutritious food choices, simple food preparation, safe food handling, getting the most nutrition with a limited food budget and increasing physical activity for healthy living. The program also includes Smart Shopper – a class for adults that focuses on making the most from their food budget – and Nutrition on Wheels, which offers nutrition tips and recipes.

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“So that’s the kind of thing we can do with dollars, get healthier food in here,” she said. Every $1 donated equals 3 meals for those in need. If you’d like to host a food drive this season, connect with the Food Bank of Northern Nevada and encourage people to give healthier foods including low-sodium canned goods, vegetables, fruit in juice (not syrup) and whole grains. For more information on the Food Bank of Northern Nevada, call 775-331-3663 or visit FBNN.org

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brain health & neuro-psyche Tahoe Neuro Healing Van Harding LAc, Dipl. OM, Cert. IM 10775 Pioneer Trail, Suite 212, Truckee (530) 536-5084 www.tahoeneurohealing.com Van Harding, an acupuncturist, is the founder of Tahoe Neuro Healing, a clinic that offers a combination of therapies that go beyond conventional care for brain health and the restoration of function. These natural and non-invasive therapies are proven with research to be the remedies needed for injuries (TBI, stroke), disease (Alzheimer’s, MS, seizures), developmental issues (Cerebral Palsy, Autism) and/or emotional-psychiatric (fear, anxiety, depression). Patients are no longer limited to current conventional treatments of drugs, surgery and the therapies of physical, occupational and speech-language. At Tahoe Neuro Healing we address the complex web of brain healing (activation, neurophysiology, neuron timing, brain region synchronization, hormones, inflammation) with acupuncture, functional & herbal medicine, Interactive Metronome, MindBody connection and frequency therapies. Visit us to see the possibilities awaiting you!

Reno Integrative Medical Center offers a variety of therapies to treat cancer. Our approach is to support and enhance the body’s natural defenses while targeting the cancer. Dr. Eslinger brings over 30 years of alternative and conventional medical experience.

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chiropractic health Dr. Tony Jensen 495 Apple St. Ste #105 Reno, NV 89502 (775) 323-1222 We take the time to educate you about chiropractic and how important the nervous system is to your overall existence. That sets us apart from other chiropractors. Offering the ProAdjuster technique, NO twisting and popping, safe and effective for all ages. Se Habla Español.

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crisis intervention Crisis Call Center www.CrisisCallCenter.org (775) 784-8085 Crisis Call Center provides 24-hour emergency telephone crisis intervention, support, information and referral services throughout the state of Nevada. The Center also operates the Sexual Assault Support Services program providing face-to-face crisis intervention and advocacy services to victims of sexual assault in Washoe County and neighboring rural communities. This service is free of charge, regardless of the nature of his or her problems.

environmental resources Sierra Green Building Association Building The Sierra’s Sustainable Community (877) 744-2248 www.Sigba.org SIGBA membership is non-exclusive, available to anyone who wants to support green building in the Sierra communities. We encourage our members to participate in green building practices, but do not require any specific certifications.

Why choose the specialized care of nurse practitioner, Cynthia Davis, for your family? Cynthia has almost 30 years of medical expertise and continued education, but more importantly, she has a passion for promoting health and wellness, disease prevention, health education and counseling. Cynthia’s focus is on the patient as a whole. She believes in incorporating mind, body and spirit into your plan of care to help you achieve optimum health. Together, she can help you treat your hypertension, diabetes, asthma, as well as help you foster a healthy mind and spirit to create a healthier you!

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gift shops Mystic Rose Gift Shop 20 Hillcrest Drive, Reno, NV 89509 (775) 324-2872 www.MysticRoseGiftShop.com Open 10 am to 7 pm Mon.-Thur., 10 am to 5 pm Fri. & Sat. Eclectic and unique tools of spiritual traditions, crystals, jewelery and candles. Natural healing aids: Magnesium Chloride, Diatomacious Earth, Himalayan Salt and salt products. Tropical Traditions raw coconut oil, aromatherapy and massage oils. Ancient healing wisdom for today’s wellness. Rocking and Rolling 402 North Curry Street, Carson City 775-267-5144 Rocking and Rolling is a rock shop for rock hounds by rock hounds. We offer local art, books and jewelry along with knowledgeable staff.

natural health stores Vitamin Connection

2295 S. Virginia St. #13, Reno, NV (775) 825-3993 Vitamins 20 percent below retail. Hard to find supplements. Ionized Alkaline Water, fill up your water jugs here. Turbosonic sessions, ten minutes equal to an hour workout. We carry supplements featured on the Dr. Oz TV show. Lose belly fat with HCG drops. Open Mon.-Sun.

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energy spa Diane Underwood Cleanzologist, Hyperthermia Trainer Reverse Aging Naturally Energy Spa 255 Crummer Lane Reno, NV Call or (for fast reply) text (775) 233-4878 www.ReverseAgingNaturally.com Reverse Aging Naturally Energy Spa offers Water & Air Filters, Ionized Water Station, Medical Grade Infrared Saunas (made in the U.S.), several massage devices, water to infrared, spinal alignments, photon facials, pulsed electro-magnetic energy and negative ions that permeate throughout the energy spa/lounge and health store since 2000.

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hypnosis Joyful Changes June Milligan, M.Ed., CCHt Consulting Hypnotist (775) 786-9111 Quickly remove negative feelings from any scene or memory. Learn instant stress removal techniques as well as new ways to replace negative thoughts. Then together we instill the powerful goal suggestions that YOU want. All in one 2-hour session. Procrastination, situational stress, worries, smoking, ect.

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integrative medicine Gerber Medical Clinic Michael Gerber, MD, HMD 1225 Westfield Ave., Reno (775) 826-1900 www.GerberMedical.com Practicing since 1975, Dr. Gerber has offered family-oriented medicine, addressing all health issues from infancy through advanced age. Areas of specialty include homeopathy, bio-identical hormones, nutritional therapy, natural pain relief, infectious disease, detoxification, autoimmune disease, mood disorders, allergies and environmental sensitivities.

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Dr. William Clearfield 9550 S. McCarran Blvd. Ste B., Reno, NV (775) 359-1222 Dr. Bill Clearfield comes to the Reno area from Northeast Pennsylvania after having practiced the art of medicine since 1982. He brings a unique holistic perspective from traditional medical backgrounds in Obstetrics and Gynecology, Family Practice, Medical Acupuncture and AntiAging Medicine. “Dr. Bill” is the author of Celestial Stem: A Five Element Approach to Diet and Exercise, has taught fellow physicians the art of acupuncture needling, pioneered the treatment for head, neck and neuropathic injuries with medical acupuncture, has 20 years experience and training with bio-identical hormone replacement, intravenous nutrition, weight loss and non surgical facial rejuvenation. Dr. B’s approach to health and wellness combines the best of Eastern and Western Medicine with a healthy dose of the latest Anti-Aging Medical philosophies.

Go to ad on Page 29 The Feldenkrais Method Classes Awareness Through Movement Carole Bucher, BA, GCFP/T Guild Certified Feldenkrais Practitioner (775) 240-7882 Learn to move comfortably and efficiently; reduce pain and improve vitality; recover quality of life after injury, surgery or illness. Mindful movement classes and private lessons with Carole Bucher, Reno Feldenkrais. See Ongoing Events for class schedule and RenoFeldenkrais. blogspot.com for more information. The only ongoing Feldenkrais classes in the state of Nevada, since 2008.

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massage therapy Massage Namaste Lee Zuti, LMT #7698 251 Jeanell Drive, Suite 4, Carson City (775) 577-4700, massagenamaste.us Massage Namaste allows you to move more, do more and be more. Lee Zuti provides Therapeutic Massage, Swedish Massage, Medical Massage, Reflexology, Reiki, Pregnancy and Infant Services and more to help your mind, body and soul.

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Pinnacle Wellness Healing Spa 3631 Warren Way, Suite A, Reno (775) 236-3631 www.pinnaclewellnessreno.com Pinnacle Wellness Healing Spa is a natural healing health spa. We offer various modalities including Hand/Foot Detox, Oxygen Bar, Chi Machine, Far Infrared Sauna and Pod, Vitamin D Bed and more!

Go to ad on Page 26 Nevada BodyWorks (775) 453-0099 nevadabodyworks.com Nevada BodyWorks is a premier therapeutic massage practice delivering the best bodywork available. Techniques include Integrative Massage, Shiatsu, Chinese Cupping, Japanese Sotai Therapy and Hot Stones.

Go to ad on Page 26 Rochelle Ramacher Flower Essence Practitioner, Energy Worker (775) 848-4191 Rochelle works as a Flower Essence Practitioner, Intuitive and Reiki Master. She loves helping individuals on their path to wellness and provides guidance in all aspects of their lives. Call Rochelle to learn more about Flower Essence Therapy and how it can help you find greater health and balance!

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pet care Sugarland Ranch (775) 970-5350 www.SugarlandRanch.org Sugarland Ranch is a community based, nonprofit organization housing several small animal rescue programs. Volunteers and donations are welcomed.

spiritual centers Spiritualist Society Wadsworth Masonic Lodge 25, 2425 Pyramid Way, Sparks, NV 89431 SpiritualistSocietyofReno.org Meetings every Sunday 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Spiritual awakening is a personal path, but a community helps you find the way. The Spiritualist Society is a community of like-minded people helping one another on their spiritual path. Meetings include a talk, meditation, healing and message service followed by fellowship. Everyone is welcome to attend.

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Cost: $12/ticket Tahoe Film Fest will present an important section of new and exciting environmental feature films that have been screened in various festivals throughout the world. Tahoe Film Fest brings a section of American independent films, which celebrate the art of maverick filmmakers with new ideas. All Tahoe Film Fest screenings will take place at the Incline Village and NorthStar Cinema locations. For more information, visit tahoefilmfest.org

Cost: $20/advance; $25/door This class is an introduction to the art of exquisite Tantra Touch. Learn to expand pleasure throughout the entire body with these amazing techniques that enhance the experience for both the giver and receiver. You will learn to create sacred space in which you can dive deeper into the depths of sacred sexuality, igniting the senses and creating juicy connection. Class will be held from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Gerber Medical Clinic. For tickets, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tantratouch-class-tickets-29340007753

Comfort Measures is a great resource for couples needing extra practice or learning how to manage labor and birth more comfortably. First time parents, those needing a refresher in labor coping skills or couples wanting to expand their knowledge of comfort measures for labor and birth are welcome. Class will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. at The Nurturing Nest, 7693 South Virginia Street, in Reno. For more information, call 775-825-0800

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DEC 3

Scheels Ugly Sweater Fun Run Cost: $20 and/or new toy donation Grab your ugly sweater and head out to Sparks Marina for a non-timed fun run. All participants will receive an event souvenir. Strollers are welcome. 100 percent of the proceeds will benefit Toys for Tots. Registration starts at 9 a.m., run begins at 10 a.m. For more information, call 775-331-2700 or visit the Scheels customer service counter.

DEC 3

Tantra Touch Class

DEC 8

Charcuterie & Champagne

Cost: $25/advance; $30/door West Helm will be hosting a fundraiser for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital from 6 to 8 p.m. For more information, contact Debby B. at dbullentini@wsgc.com

DEC 8

Managed Care 101: Parent Information and Learning Session

Donate blood, save a life! Blood drive will be held from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Great Western Marketplace. Every donor will receive a movie ticket and a holiday-themed donor T-shirt.

Join us for an informal but informative session on the elements, vocabulary and value of a managed care approach to services and supports for children with disabilities and specialized health care needs, their families and family members with disabilities. Pat Nobbie, parent and advocate from the Disability Policy Engagement team at Amerigroup will share information, listen to your concerns and answer questions. Session will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. at Nevada Early Intervention Services, 2667 Enterprise Road, in Reno. For more information, visit www.familytiesnv.org

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Cost: Prices vary This classic holiday celebration will play to packed houses for three shows, a 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. performance on Saturday, December 3, and a 2 p.m. performance on Sunday, December 4. The Reno Philharmonic Orchestra and conductor Dr. Jason Altieri welcome special guests to kick off the season with a variety-style combination of singers, dancers, performers, students, Santa Tappers, Santa Claus and more! Look for many of your favorite local talents. Spirit of the Season is certain to overpower anyone’s inner Grinch. For more information, visit renophil.com

The Integrative Neuroscience Center of Biomedical Research Excellence will host a lecture from 2 to 3 p.m. The lecture will focus on dual-tasking, and that a large body of studies conducted over the past decades suggests that dual-tasking significantly reduces performance in all tasks involved. For more information, visit www.unr.edu/neuroscience/center

Bikram Yoga Class at Juice Box Yoga Cost $10 Class will be held from 2 to 3 p.m. at 631 Sierra Rose Drive in Reno. Call 775-337-0184 to reserve your spot.

DEC 3

United Blood Services Blood Drive

Reno Phil Spirit of the Season

DEC 6

Coffee House Series: Lady Caress The Joe Crowley Student Union will be hosting coffee, muffins and poet Lady Caress from 6 to 8 p.m. on the second floor near the food court.

NeuroLecture: Moritz Durst

DEC 10

Comfort Measures for Childbirth

DEC 17

Ugly Sweater Wine Walk

Cost: $20 Wear your ugly sweater and head to the Reno Riverwalk District from 2 to 5 p.m. for December’s wine walk. For more information, visit renoriver.org

DEC 17

Great Santa Dash

Cost: $30 regular registration/$40 at packet pickup Now in its 5th year, the Great Santa Dash is a festive 5k fun run through downtown Reno, where hundreds of costumed participants will get a chance to experience the real spirit of Christmas! Start at West Wingfield Park and run along the Truckee River, enjoying aid stations with cocoa and cookies and then hot cocoa after the race! For more information, visit crawlreno.com/event/santa-dash/

DEC 19

Primed Pregnancy Circle

Primed Pregnancy Circle is a casual approach to sharing information and support during your pregnancy and birth journey. The circle will be held from 7 to 8 p.m. For more information, visit www.nurturingnestreno.com

DEC 21

Winter Solstice Hike

Bundle up and join park staff for a night hike on the longest night of the year! This hike is relatively flat and is approximately three miles long. We will be using the South Loop Equestrian Trail, which offers great open views of the night sky and surrounding area. We will discuss winter constellations (weather permitting), and wildlife in the park. Reservations are required for this hike. Meet at the Equestrian Pavilion at 6 p.m. for this 2-hour journey. Reservations are required. For more information, call 775-687-4319.

Midtown Mural Tour

Cost: $10 Reno’s Midtown District is filled with colorful murals that have become an important part of its cultural landscape. Put on your comfy shoes and wander through the streets and alleys on Art Spot Reno’s guided Midtown Mural Tour taking place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The tour starts and ends at Blue Whale Coffee Company, 32 Cheney St. For more information, visit artspotreno.com

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NGOING EVENTS DANCE RENO! Movement for Healing NIA Class NIA integrates concepts from the dance, martial and healing arts. Increase energy, strength and presence. Classes are 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. every Wednesday at Gerber Medical Clinic, 1225 Westfield/2nd floor studio (Southwest Reno). All fitness levels are welcome! First class is free! For more information, email Kimberley Elliott at radicalfreedomcoach@gmail.com. Ringing In Ears, Headaches, Heart Palpitations and Neurological Issues These sudden symptoms can be caused by Smart Meters. Free support group. For more information, call Gloria at 775-851-3322. Spiritualist Society of Reno – Spiritual Awakening Spiritual awakening is a personal path, but a community of like-minded people helps you find the way. Meetings include a talk, meditation, healing and message service followed by fellowship. Everyone is welcome to attend. Meetings are from 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. every Sunday at Wadsworth Masonic Lodge 25, 2425 Pyramid Way, in Sparks. For more information, visit SpiritualistSocietyofReno.org Weekly Yoga Class Class is held from 6 to 7:30 p.m. every Tuesday. Cost: $8 drop-in or $28 for a 4-class pass. Friday classes are held from 5:30 to 6:45 p.m. by donation. Beginners welcome. Classes held at 1225 Westfield/ 2nd floor studio in Southwest Reno.For more information, call Kathy at 775-544-1167. PTSD Discussion Group VFW Post 9211 is sponsoring a PTSD discussion group that meets at the historic “Battle Born” bunker post. All individuals with a diagnosis of PTSD are invited to join this group. This is NOT restricted to veterans or VFW members. Any member of the community is invited, including civilians and service persons such police, firefighters and medical personnel. Discussion is held at 6 p.m. every 2nd and 4th Wednesday. VFW Post 9211 is located one block west of the Virginia Street/Moana Lane intersection. To contact VFW Post 9211, call 775-825-7007. To inquire about the discussion group, call Post Surgeon Dr. Schwartz at 775-409-4561. Organic Raw Foods Potluck Join us every 3rd Sunday of the month for an Open House Organic Raw Foods Potluck. Please bring a delicious dish to share! Potluck is held at

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Reverse Aging Energy Spa, 255 Crummer Lane, in Reno. For more information, call 775-233-4878. Reno Psychic Institute Healing Classes and Clinics Clinics held at 20 Hillcrest Drive in Reno, unless otherwise noted. Energy Healing 5 to 7 p.m. every Tuesday | Cost: Free (donations accepted) Trancemedium Healing 7:30 to 9 p.m. every 2nd and 4th Thursday Cost $25 Women’s Energy Healing 5:30 to 7 p.m. every 3rd Thursday Cost: Free (donations accepted) Men’s Energy Healing 6 to 7 p.m. every 2nd Thursday Hands On Healing 10:30 a.m. to noon every 1st and 3rd Saturday | Cost: $25 Energy Healing – Carson City location Noon to 2 p.m. every Saturday at 1800 E. Williams St. #207 | Cost: Free (donations accepted) For more information, visit www.renopsychicinstitute.com Receive a Discount When You Buy Three Colonics For more information or to schedule your appointment, call Gerber Medical Clinic at 775826-1900. Gerber Medical Clinic is located at 1225 Westfield Ave. in Reno. The Feldenkrais Method Classes Awareness Through Movement Schedule, Reno 10 a.m. Tuesday at Cardio Kickfit, 600 S. Center St. 6 p.m. Thursday at the Reno Buddhist Center, 820 Plumas St. 3 p.m. Saturday at Cardio Kickfit, 600 S. Center St. All levels of fitness. Start anytime to improve movement and feel great again! For more information, call Carole Bucher, BA, GCFP/T at 775-240-7882, email RenoFeldenkrais@gmail.com or visit RenoFeldenkrais.blogspot.com

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