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Nature’s Virus Killer Copper can stop a virus before it starts

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cientists have discovered a with a tip to fit in the bottom of the natural way to kill germs fast. nostril, where viruses collect.

Now thousands of people When he felt a tickle in his nose are using it against viruses and bacteria like a cold about to start, he rubbed that cause illness. the copper gently in his nose for 60 Colds and seconds. many other “It illnesses start worked!” he when viruses exclaimed. get in your “The cold nose and never multiply. If happened. you don’t stop I used to them early, get 2-3 bad they spread colds every and cause year. Now New research: Copper kills viruses in seconds. misery.

I use my Hundreds of studies confirm copper device whenever I feel a sign I am about kills viruses and bacteria almost to get sick.” instantly just by touch.

He hasn’t had a cold in 10 years.

That’s why ancient Greeks and Users say: Egyptians used copper to purify water “It works!

I love it!” and heal wounds. They didn’t know “I can’t believe how good my nose about viruses and bacteria, but now we feels.” do.

“Is it supposed to work that fast?”

“The antimicrobial activity of copper “One of the best presents ever.” is well established.” National Institutes “Sixteen flights, not a sniffle!” of Health.

Scientists say copper’s high “Cold sores gone!” conductance disrupts the electrical “It saved me last holidays. The kids balance in a microbe cell and destroys it all got sick, but not me.” in seconds.

“I am shocked! My sinus cleared, The EPA recommended hospitals use no more headache, no more copper for touch surfaces like faucets congestion.” and doorknobs. This cut the spread of “Best sleep I’ve had in years!”

MRSA and other illnesses by over half, and saved lives.

After his first success with it, he The strong scientific evidence asked relatives and friends to try it. gave inventor Doug Cornell an idea.

They all said it worked, so he patented He made a smooth copper probe CopperZap® and put it on the market.

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Soon hundreds of people had tried it.

99% said copper worked if they used it right away at the first sign of germs, like a tickle in the nose or a scratchy throat.

Longtime users say they haven’t been sick in years. They have less stress, less medical costs, and more time to enjoy life.

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am so grateful to my mother for encouraging me to trust my own instincts and allowing me to make my own mistakes. I think it is the greatest gift I have been able to pass on to my own children. From early on, most of us are taught to look outside ourselves for the answers we seek, yet trusting our instincts can give us insights that empower and connect us to our body’s own intelligence. Honoring those inklings or ignoring them can have lasting effects, too.

This month’s issue is all about nurturing our children to lead vibrant and healthy lives, and I’ve personally experienced that in order to raise a healthy family in this consumer-driven marketplace; it all starts with decisions we make at home. Fostering an environment of exploration and reflection among my own children has empowered them with more confidence and resilience to handling issues that come their way. I’ve proudly (and sometimes tentatively) watched them, through thick and thin, learn and grow into the unique, kind and independent individuals I know and love.

Inside our pages this month, you’ll find an abundance of vital information for parents and caretakers to help increase opportunities for independence as their youngsters grow.

Our main feature, “Raising a Well-Rounded Child: Practical Ways to Build Lasting Life Skills,” includes training in mind-body tools such as meditation and mindfulness, as well as information about the importance of connecting deeply with nature.

Some of my fondest memories are from “home-unschooling” my four children.

This educational approach advocates learner-chosen activities as a primary means for expanding young people’s innate curiosity and offers opportunities to explore topics that interest them. Most days you could find us outside engaged with nature, a superb place for cross-disciplinary learning about relevant subjects in ways that are meaningful and practical to them.

One of our favorite places for adventure when my kids were growing up was the beach at Independence Lake, in Dexter. With a portable microscope in hand, we examined the biodiversity of marine and other life in and around the water while swimming, picnicking and playing. I cherished being free of TV and just basking in the grace of nature together. Learning and moving at our own pace fed us on many levels and drew us closer in our happy cocoon.

As kids now move into a world fraught with divisions and conflict, I believe it is imperative they are equipped with a curious, caring and courageous spirit. Our Healthy Kids department, “Mindful Kudos: Best Ways to Praise Kids and Boost Self-Confidence,” helps us find a balance while giving ample encouragement. We hope you will also find all of this month’s content impactful and practical.

Summer sure is sizzling along—it all seems to fly by so fast, so let’s take the time to indulge in its more relaxed schedule as we put busy agendas aside to be more present with our children and make the most of the summer holidays before they jump into the new school year.

Make the best of every moment and hug your children today and every day.

Happy Summering!

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Contents

Natural Awakenings is your guide to a healthier, more balanced life. In each issue you’ll find cutting-edge information on natural health, nutrition, fitness, personal growth, green living, creative expression and the products and services that support a healthy lifestyle.

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Practical Ways to Build Lasting Life Skills

15 CHANGE YOUR WORDS, CHANGE YOUR LIFE

16 THE EXERCISE POWER OF E-BIKES

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18 MINDFUL KUDOS Best Ways to Praise Kids and Boost Self-Confidence

20 SOOTHING SCENTS

Top Eight Essential Oils for Anxiety Relief

22 SUSTAINABLE SHELLFISH

Superfood of the Sea

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Reflection and Recreation Retreat 2022

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ennith James Scott, HeartMath certified NeuroChangeSolutions and transformation coaching consultant, is bringing the work of researcher, bestselling author and international lecturer Dr. Joe Dispenza to Nature, a Michigan Retreat, from October 9 through 13. Scott says, “With so many external stressors in our environment, many of us have normalized stress and even become addicted to the hormones of stress. This retreat will give individuals the environment and space for rest and repair, and will equip them with knowledge and practical tools to go out and be greater than the conditions in their environment.

They will learn how to condition the body to respond differently in the same environment. Learning to self-regulate our own mental and emotional states is the single greatest gift we can give ourselves, especially in these tense times.”

Practical tools for the recreation of themselves and ultimately their lives will be shared and practiced with time for integration throughout the retreat, which will also include elective activities such as yoga, drumming meditation and plenty of time and resources to explore nature.

Cost is $648 to $888. Camping is optional. Location: 2988 West Burdickville Rd.,Maple City. Register at Tinyurl.com/DispenzaRetreat.

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Invisible Waves are Everywhere

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ulsed radiation has greatly increased in recent years from cell phones on every person, smart meters on and Wi-Fi in every home and business, now reaching into many public parks and now 5G installations putting these damaging waves nearly everywhere. Many are unaware of the effects from EMF (electromagnetic frequencies); most common are unexplained nerve pain, head/neck/backaches, breathing and digestive issues. All biological beings are now affected on some level; our pets are no exception. Good Waves EMF Investigator can help you determine the largest hazards to your home and family so you can enjoy the good waves in your life. By recognizing the potential for harm,

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people can lessen their exposure and improve immunity, sleep and overall life quality.

Free consultation. Location: northern MI. For more information, call 231-714-0477 or visit emfinvestigator.com. See ad page 13.

Locally Created Home Bracelets

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urely CBD Traverse City is now carrying Traverse City-made Homes Bracelets.

Each handcrafted bracelet features an Earth Bead that contains earth elements collected from the shorelines of East and West Bay in four sizes. Owners Erik Akerley and Raquel Rieck say, “After having our Great Lakes collection, we decided to expand and introduce our States collection. We wanted everyone to be able to carry a piece of their favorite places with them wherever they went. We then traveled across the country ourselves so that we could bring you bracelets that contain earth from your favorite states.”

The Purely CBD store focuses on all natural, hemp-derived CBD products, which are GMO- and gluten-free and third party-tested. Cannabidiol (CBD), is a non-psychotropic chemical compound found in the hemp plant. Products include oil tinctures, water solubles, capsules, pain patches, pain creams, bath and body products, gummies, honey sticks and CBD pet products, among others. The company is part of a Texas-based franchise founded in 2018. With a hands-on approach to the manufacturing process, Purely CBD provides customers with consistently high-quality products.

Location: 1112 E. Front St., Traverse City. For more information, call 231-421-1070 or visit purelycbd.net. See ad page 25.

Concierge Chiropractic with Dr. Biddinger

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rue Health Chiropractic, the office of Dr. Ryan Biddinger, is accepting new patients and walk-ins. The Summer New Patient Special includes the first office visit, consultation, spinal exam and first chiropractic adjustment (full spine) for $59. They don’t accept insurance, but many clients find that the fees are lower than contracted insurance rates.

The office offers affordable monthly wellness membership options, as well as per visit rates and discounted visit packages.

Individuals may become a practice member and take advantage of unlimited chiropractic care for $119 per month. Couples memberships are $179 per month and a family membership (including all children under the age of 18) is $229 a month.

Biddinger says, “Our regular clients don’t make appointments. They know their recommendations and simply drop in for an adjustment when it is convenient for them. You’ll appreciate not having to schedule your life around doctor visits. We have morning, afternoon and evening walk-in hours throughout the week for your convenience, and feel free to bring the kids!”

Location: 1323 Cass St., Traverse City. For appointments and more information, call 231-946-1822, email TrueHealthChiropracticTC@ gmail.com or visit TrueHealthChiroTC.com.

Boardman Trail Loop Inauguration

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n the making for more than 30 years, the four-mile, scenic Boardman Lake Loop Trail is open to the public, providing a new corridor for pedestrians and bicyclists, thanks to the city of Traverse City, Grand Traverse County, Charter Township of Garfield, Team Elmers and all those involved in the Traverse Area Recreational Trail (TART) Trails project. A ribbon-cutting ceremo-

ny from 5 to 7 p.m., August 19, at Medalie Park, on the south side of Boardman Lake, will celebrate the grand opening after adding a few finishing touches such as planting trees and installing benches.

Completing the Boardman Lake Loop Trail has been a top community priority on the minds of many community members and public figures because it showcases the region’s natural, cultural and recreational resources. Julie Clark, CEO of TART Trails, says, “This is really a legacy project. When we were working with everybody on the design and the engineering, what we knew is this isn’t something here for 10 years or 20 years, this is for generations to come.” Some sections of the Loop were completed years ago, but the southwestern rim remained unfinished.

For more information, visit TraverseTrails.org/event/boardmanlake-loop-trail-ribbon-cutting.

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Sanctuary Changes Hands

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nsel Bowden, the former manager of Sanctuary Handcrafted Goods, is now the owner after taking over from Christie Minervini, who had an 18-year tenure. The store sells natural, authentic and ethically sourced handicrafts, including local and imported gifts, jewelry, decorative accessories and entertaining accents. Minervini says, “The sale is bitterAnsel Bowden sweet. I’ve loved the village camaraderie and working with regional artists and craftspeople. I’m also incredibly grateful for our employees and customers over the years, they’re the ones who are really responsible for our success.”

The business opened in 2004 as the first retail store in the Village at Grand Traverse Commons, and will remain an anchor tenant among the Mercato shops and restaurants.

Bowden says, “Christie has done a wonderful job curating the store to provide a fun assortment of unique gifts, books, art and jewelry. I wouldn’t want to alter this formula. I also love that we showcase the work of many local artists and have a rotating selection of works that cater to a variety of different styles.” He has a number of changes planned to build upon our existing brand, including a more robust website and social media presence, as well as a greater selection of affordable options for the average consumer.

Location: 800 Cottageview Dr., Ste. 50, Traverse City. For more information, call 231-9320775 or visit SanctuaryTC.com.

Saving the Birds Fundraiser

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he Charter Sanctuary Discovery Center will hold its annual fundraiser for Saving Birds through Habitat, featuring Greg Butcher, from 4 to 6:30 p.m., August 20. In 1993, Jim and Kay Charter gave up their lakefront home in exchange for a 47-acre tract west of the village of Omena. The couple was able to hold onto their land despite some dire events and created a healthy, native plant-based ecosystem that would provide for both migratory and resident birds.

The entire sanctuary is forever protected for the birds by conservation easements.

Butcher is the migratory species coordinator for U.S. Forest Service international programs and a Ph.D. ornithologist who has worked for the National Audubon Society, American Birding Association, Partners in Flight, Birders World magazine and the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. The outdoor program features food, wine, a silent auction and live music by Leelanau County’s Hot Biscuits. Butcher will give a talk on Michigan’s tropical connection, using data from his latest State of the Birds report.

Admission is a $45 suggested donation. Location: 5020 N. Putnam Rd. Omena. For more information, call 231-271-3738, email Info@SavingBirds.org or visit SavingBirds.org.

Join the Refillable Revolution

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elestial Soap and Truly Free have revolutionized the cleaning industry with safe, non-toxic products delivered in refillable, sustainable packaging solutions for more than five years. CEO Stephen Ezell says, “Join the refillable revolution today and make

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every room in your home a Truly Free home!” The first shipments include bottles, jugs and cleaning solution, so patrons only need to auto-ship refills after that. All products are plant-based, eco-friendly, fragrance-free, non-toxic and use recyclable plastic.

By delivering safe and eco-friendly products straight to homes and businesses, Truly Free protects families from the effects of harsh chemicals and reduces plastic waste in the environment. Customers simply build their box, set the delivery frequency to 30 or 60 days and save the bottles and jugs for reuse.

“Eco-friendly cleaning products not only reduce air and water pollution, but also help fight ozone depletion and climate change,” says Ezell. “Eco-friendly products can help to improve your overall indoor air quality and thus contribute to reducing certain health risks such as chemical poisoning, skin irritations and eye and respiratory infections.”

Location: 345 W. South Airport Rd., Traverse City. For more information, call 231-944-1716 email Family@TrulyFreeHome.com or visit TrulyFreeHome.com.

Rough Pony is Hot to Trot

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ormer Rose & Fern Café owner Becky Tranchell has opened Rough Pony, a new coffee and juice bar at 144 Hall Street, in Traverse City.

It features fresh juice, good coffee from Stockist Coffee Co., smoothies, teas from Bear Earth Herbals, books and zines from Wild Pages, fresh bagels from Bubbie’s, house-made sodas and more. Juices and smoothies use fresh vegetables from Lakeview Hill Farm and fruit from Michigan Farm to Freezer. The dairy comes from Guernsey Farms and chocolate from Grocer’s Daughter.

Tranchell explains that Rough Pony employs some of the same staff and vendors as Rose and Fern. Allie Stephens, who has extensive wine and cocktail knowledge, will be making “really interesting syrups for fancy house sodas with herbs and garnishes” as a creative, non-alcoholic alternative to bar drinks. She wants to create a community space where people can hang out and chill, but Rough Pony won’t serve food.

Cash only. For more information, call 231-252-2972 or visit RoughPony.com.

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Women Have Unique Dental Health Issues Reproductive and oral tissue have similar characteristics and hormone receptors.

One example is relaxin, the hormone that prepares the body for childbirth by relaxing ligaments. The ligaments that surround the teeth in the jawbone also have relaxin receptors. These physiological characteristics specific to women require a unique approach in comparison to men’s oral health. Women go through vast hormonal fluctuations throughout their life, such as puberty, birth control, pregnancy, in vitro fertilization, postpartum and menopause.

Birth control, for example, has a tremendous impact on oral health, especially types that are higher in estrogen and progesterone. It is linked to increased periodontal inflammation, exaggerated reactions from plaque due to the hormone increases and a decrease in natural hormones that impacts the health of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ).

Due to these hormonal transitions, an approach with a higher emphasis on prevention is key. Often, women taking birth control or in a transition period come to the dental office for more frequent care.

For more information, call Dexter Dental Studio at 734-4268360 or visit DexterDentalStudio.com.

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Follow a Mediterranean Diet to Tackle Depression Depression has risen during the pandemic among people ages 18 to 24. A recent Rutgers University survey found that half of a group of young adults reported moderate or severe symptoms of depression and another 23 percent noted milder symptoms. A new Australian study points to an effective strategy: a Mediterranean diet. Researchers from the University of Technology Sydney tested 72 men with depression between 18 and 25 years of age. After 12 weeks, those in the group that ate colorful vegetables, legumes, whole grains, oily fish, olive oil and raw, unsalted nuts had significantly lower levels of depression and reported a higher quality of life compared to those in the control group that did not cut back on fast foods, sugar and red meats.

“We were surprised by how willing the young men were to take on a new diet,” says lead researcher Jessica Bayes.

“Many were keen to continue the diet once the study ended, which shows how effective, tolerable and worthwhile they found the intervention. It suggests that medical doctors and psychologists should consider referring depressed young men to a nutritionist or dietitian as an important component of treating clinical depression.”

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Optimize Gut Health in Kids with ADHD or Autism Symptoms The key role that the microbiome plays in children’s health has been documented in a new study that links gut health to symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and autism.

Researchers from Oregon Health & Science University and the National University of Natural Medicine tested 135 children with ADHD that took no medication. For eight weeks, half of the children took a placebo and half took vitamin and mineral supplements at doses between the recommended daily allowance and what is considered the upper tolerable limit. The ones taking the micronutrients were three times more likely to show symptomatic improvement on blinded clinician ratings, compared to those in the placebo group (54 percent versus 18 percent).

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Take a Social Media Break to Improve Mental Health With 82 percent of Americans using apps like Facebook, Instagram and TikTok, scrolling through social media has become an unconscious automatic behavior for many. But that distraction comes with a price, indicates a new study by the UK’s University of Bath. Half of the 154 participants ages 18 to 72 stopped using virtually all social media for one week, reducing their average usage time from eight hours to 21 minutes for that period. After the seven days, they showed significant improvements in their well-being, depression and anxiety scores compared to those in a control group that did not take such a break. “Scrolling social media is so ubiquitous that many of us do it almost without thinking, from the moment we wake up to when we close our eyes at night,” says lead researcher Jeff Lambert. “But if you are spending hours each week scrolling and you feel it is negatively impacting you, it could be worth cutting down on your usage to see if it helps.”

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Raising a Well-Rounded Child Practical Ways to Build Lasting Life Skills

by Marlaina Donato

A broad-based education, artistic and cultural exploration, experiences of diverse cultures, and connecting with nature can help develop a solid foundation.

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hildhood is a time of magical discovery and a training ground for adult life. Yet today’s world introduces unprecedented problems that can challenge a child’s bedrock: escalating violence including mass shootings, bullying, social media pressure, environmental crises and cultural conflict, not to mention the COVID-19 lockdowns.

For kids to develop the solid foundation they will need in these trying times, a powerful approach is a full-spectrum one that rounds out their experiences and skills, while instilling confidence and resilience. It includes a broad-based education, artistic and cultural exploration, experiences of diverse cultures, training in mind-body tools, healthy eating habits and connecting with nature. These facets enable children to cope, adapt and thrive in a changing world. It gives them the necessary building blocks for the rest of their lives, which has an invaluable return for all of us now and for future generations.

The Parental Toolbox. Boston-based Casey O’Brien Martin, an expressive arts thera-

pist and author of Skills for Big Feelings: A Guide for Teaching Kids Relaxation, Regulation, and Coping Techniques, defines a well-rounded child as “one who is balanced in the many different areas of their life: socially with friends and by having their own interests and hobbies; physically by being active and eating nourishing foods; emotionally by accepting and acknowledging their feelings and using coping skills to deal with uncomfortable or stressful situations.”

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Encouraging kids to try new things—and allowing them to experience failure—affects how they respond to life. “Well-rounded children are flexible in their thinking toward changes in schedule or environment, have been exposed to boundaries and as they mature, can apply their different experiences to their understanding of safety, social skills, fundamental learning and communication,” says April Christopherson, an occupational therapist and owner of Exploration Kids Therapy, in Gunnison, Colorado.

Kids keenly observe and try on adult behavior, and in this practice lies tremendous potential. “One of the very best things parents, caregivers and educators can do is to model healthy coping skills. Just telling kids what to do is not enough. We need to walk the talk, too,” Martin says. Attaining family balance is key to avoid overscheduling and feeling overwhelmed, especially if prompting kids to follow their bliss. Integrating mindfulness techniques like meditation, yoga and sensory engagement into a household’s everyday routines can help to fortify emotional stability when kids experience rough waters.

“When kids learn to focus on their breathing, it helps to bring their attention to the present moment. By practicing mindfulness daily, these practices become second nature, and kids are able to tap into them whenever they need to. By teaching children these tools at a young age, we are planting seeds that they will be able to grow and cultivate throughout their lives,” says Maura Bradley, founder of Bee You Yoga and Mindfulness, in Manasquan, New Jersey. The author of Mindfulness For Kids In 10 Minutes A Day emphasizes that mindfulness can be a formal or informal practice, can involve the entire family and does not require a lot of time. It can be as simple as taking a moment each morning to connect with each other, notice the weather or play an “eye spy” game on the way to school.

Christopherson concurs: “I suggest a child practice meditation, breathwork and mindfulness, first together with a parent or caregiver to get familiar with the practices, and then practice the techniques during non-stressful times.”

The Colors of Learning. Focusing on grades with a one-size-

fits-all educational model poses many problems, and changing times demand a broader, more vibrant paradigm. COVID-19 lockdowns brought radical changes to the classroom, and more than ever, parents are opting for a more holistic approach with various methods of homeschooling or whole-child curriculums like those offered at Waldorf, Sudbury and Montessori schools. Alternative learning presents the world as a laboratory, goes beyond math, reading and science, and endorses character-building immersion in community, compassion and culture.

“Montessori learning stresses the beauty of nature,” says Ruth Tencati, a Montessori teacher in Charlotte, North Carolina. “Geography, music, art and practical life skills are taught. Ideally, each child is given lessons that balance learning in all areas and at the right time for each child’s level of skill and curiosity.” Students are given peace education, “where they are encouraged to think of others, as well as themselves, and to see themselves as part of a community of learners,” she says. Tencati views technology as an ally when it is used to deepen students’ understanding of lessons, but believes it should never be used as a pacifier.

Familiarity with the arts is key to a well-rounded view of life, but the number of school-based arts programs has been declining since

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1980 due to a heavy focus on standardized testing. To assess the impact of art on children, Rice University researchers ran a randomized controlled trial in 2019 with 10,548 students enrolled in 42 schools in the Houston area.

They found that students that participated in the arts at elementary and middle school levels improved their writing skills, increased their compassion for others and were less likely to misbehave in class.

In lieu of school-based art programs, kids can learn from virtual tours designed specifically for them by the Louvre, the Van Gogh Museum and other outstanding art museums. For a fun dive into history, the British Museum, Boston Children’s Museum and the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History bring the past to life with online “field trips” just for kids.

When kids learn about other cultures, religions, languages and belief systems, it increases their capacity for empathy and the ability to see different perspectives, a trait often found in successful adults. To introduce kids to an expanded worldview, families can enjoy a weekly ethnic meal, go to local heritage festivals and celebrate the holidays of different countries.

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tools includes instilling a healthy respect for good health. Positive eating habits have been shown to boost academic performance and lessen the potential for speech and language acquisition delays. Research on laboratory animals by the University of Georgia in 2021 published in Translational Psychiatry showed that sugar consumption in adolescence diminished learning capacity even into adulthood, possibly due to imbalances in gut bacteria.

“Hundreds of studies identify nutrition as one of the most critical factors in the development of robust brains,” says Lorie Eber, a holistic nutritionist in Orange County, California. “Consumption of whole foods such as eggs (choline), oily fish (omega-3 fatty acids), vegetables (folate and antioxidants), beans (zinc) and Greek yogurt (gut health) are vital for the healthy development of children’s brains in the first years of life.”

Nutrition has a measurable impact on psychological health, she says. “Diets high in refined sugars and saturated fats increase the risk of kids developing hyperactivity and ADHD.

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Children who skip breakfast have difficulty concentrating and low moods, which detract from learning.”

Eber encourages children’s participation in meal planning and food preparation, as well as weekly excursions to farmers markets, to experience the colors and tastes of local produce. “All of these things will lay the foundation for your children to develop a healthy relationship with food. That is a rare gift in today’s food-centric society.”

Natural Instincts. Connecting to nature is not only good for growing bodies, but also for self-image. A 2018 systematic review of 35 studies published in the Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health shows time spent outdoors positively impacts young people’s mental health.

Research conducted by the Institute of Education at University College London drives it home even further: Primary school children that connected with nature in brief Wildlife Trust programs felt better about themselves and experienced more positive relationships with their teachers and classmates. Adding to Mother Nature’s feel-good benefits, exercise during childhood and adolescence, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, lowers the risk of depression, improves academic performance and reduces the risk for chronic diseases later in life.

In the end, parenting is about doing our best for our children while being human.

“Being a parent is hard. One of my mantras for myself is ‘grace, gratitude and grit,’” muses Martin. “Giving grace to myself by forgiving myself for my parenting mistakes, being grateful for my family and having grit to keep persevering and working hard to build a good life for my family.”

Each parent’s formula might be different, but the basics never get old. “Let a child experience life! Give them opportunities to get into nature, play with non-toy items, interact with animals and support their curiosity,” advises Christopherson. “Be safe, but let your kids be kids.”

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Change Your Words Change Your Life

by Christy Whitman

to complain, and focus instead on the clarity that’s been born within you. Ask yourself, “What do I want to experience in this area of my life, and how would I like this situation or relationship to look and feel?” Then make a commitment to speak always in favor of what you desire, never in contradiction to it.

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he words we speak are never neutral, because language doesn’t simply describe reality. It creates it. With every word we utter, we’re either speaking into existence a reality we desire or actively creating a reality we dread. We cannot speak about being broke and attract prosperity. We can’t complain about feeling abandoned and attract great love. We can’t criticize everything that’s wrong with a situation and simultaneously invent its improvement. We can only focus on one reality at a time—what we want or the absence of it—and the words we speak moment-by-moment are an indication of which way we’re leaning.

WORDS SUMMON CREATIVE ENERGY When we say, “It shouldn’t be like this,” “Life is hard” or “Why can’t I get what I want?” we set into motion a powerful stream of unwanted energy. If you’ve ever watched one person’s negativity amplify the negativity in others, you understand this firsthand. Fortunately, the reverse is also true. We all have the ability to choose our thoughts, our perceptions—and our words—on purpose. When we change the way we speak about our life, we reclaim the power to change its trajectory. Here’s how to go about it: Use Unwanted Experiences to Clarify Your Desire Every unwanted experience presents you with a fundamental choice: You can complain about all that appears to be going wrong, or you can focus on what you now desire. In any uncomfortable circumstance, resist the temptation

Break Your Desire into Its Essential Form Behind every desire—big or small— is a longing to experience a certain feeling.

If life has shown you that you want a better job, a bigger house or a fitter body, try to identify the emotional payoff you believe you’ll receive once this goal is realized.

Do you believe you’ll experience a feeling of pride or satisfaction, or one of serenity or freedom? Use as many words as you can conjure to describe the energy you’re reaching for.

Invite the Essence of Your Desire into Your Life As you connect with the energetic essence of your desire in each important area of your life, allow yourself to identify the thoughts, the attitudes—and the words—that would align you with this energy. In other words, if you had already attained everything you’re now striving for, what types of conversations would you be having with yourself and with others? Have these conversations now. When you shift your language, you shift everything.

Celebrity coach Christy Whitman is The New York Times bestselling author of The Art of Having It All and Taming Your Alpha Bitch. She is founder and CEO of the Quantum Success Coaching Academy and creator of WatchYourWords.com, a free, 30-day, language training program.

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The Exercise Power of E-Bikes Get a Workout on an Easier Ride

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he familiar adage, “No pain, no gain,” doesn’t really apply to e-bikes. Although a pedal-assist electric bicycle is zippier and easier to ride than a conventional model, researchers are finding that as long as we’re pedaling, we’re still getting our heart pumping, building stamina and experiencing some of that cardio magic. That’s good news for those of us that like to work smarter, not harder.

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What’s more, that battery-enabled oomph supplies riders with the enjoyment, motivation and self-confidence to venture out more frequently and for longer periods of time, give hills and inclines a try and even pedal to work for an active, eco-friendly commute.

It’s a win-win-win.

In 2018, researchers at Brigham Young University (BYU), in Provo, Utah, sought to quantify just how good a workout was possible on an e-bike, and they discovered that the average heart rate was only 6.21 beats per minute lower than on a conventional cycle.

“The e-bike and conventional bike averages both fell within that 50 to 70 percent maximum-heart rate threshold which is indicative of moderate-intensity cardiovascular activity, so there seems to be a similar amount of benefit for heart health when riding an e-bike, despite the fact that the perceived exertion was significantly lower than on a conventional bike,” says Taylor Hoj, lead author of the study published in the journal JMIR Public Health and Surveillance.

The college-aged men and women that participated in the study rode the same 10-

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E-bikes supply riders with the enjoyment, motivation and self-confidence to venture out more frequently and for longer periods of time. mile trail on each type of bike, so it was easy to compare how much faster the e-bikes were. Cyclists averaged 12 miles per hour (mph) on the conventional bike and 16 mph on the e-bike, reaching top speeds of 22 mph and 27 mph, respectively.

On average, the same route took 54 minutes to complete on the conventional bike and only 39 minutes on the e-bike—a 30 to 40 percent time savings. For people considering using an e-bike to commute to work, that reduction might make it easier to give it a shot.

Using questionnaires given before and after each ride, the BYU researchers found, “In general, participants agreed that they could ride an e-bike on most days, in the cold, when they were tired or dressed in formal attire, while carrying groceries or books, or on hilly terrain,” says Hoj, a health equity epidemiologist at the Utah Department of Health and adjunct faculty member at the BYU College of Life Sciences.

Notably absent from the study were e-bikes with throttles, which with a twist of the handle or the push of a button, provide a boost even when the rider isn’t pedaling. These bikes would probably not provide the same level of exercise benefits.

In 2019, the same BYU researchers conducted a similar study with experienced mountain bikers, published in the JMIR Formative Research Journal. “Our results in that study supported the idea that using a pedal-assist electric mountain bike (EMTB) retained the cardiovascular benefit and that the participants overwhelmingly perceived the potential of EMTB use to be positive,” Hoj says. “Some of them said an EMTB could help get them out on the trails more or perhaps get them to ride longer and go further, and also would allow older, injured, disabled or less-fit riders to enjoy mountain biking on dirt trails, whereas maybe their age, injuries or fitness levels limited their capability on a conventional mountain bike.”

According to Hoj, e-bikes offer a great set of benefits for fitness buffs. “Even if you’re a very serious athlete and in training programs, there are days where maybe you’re recovering from a more intense ride and your muscles are really sore, but you still want to continue to train your heart and that aerobic side of things, and an e-bike could be a great use for a more laid back aerobic day while the legs are recovering,” he says. “And if someone is wanting to get into mountain biking but doesn’t feel like they have the fitness to get there or doesn’t know how to start, that pedal assist could remove that initial barrier.”

Ultimately, the decision to buy an e-bike—good ones start at $1,000—may come down to emotional considerations. “They’re a lot of fun to ride,” Hoj says.

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Mindful Kudos

Best Ways to Praise Kids and Boost Self-Confidence

by Ronica O’Hara

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iving ample kudos to our kids is an everyday part of parenting. To motivate youngsters to excel in school and activities, we pat them on the back repeatedly in ways that were unimaginable a century ago, when even kissing babies was frowned upon by many. In one survey, 85 percent of American parents said that praising their children’s ability or intelligence when they perform well helps kids feel smarter.

But praise turns out to be a double-edged sword, as recent decades of psychological and educational research have made clear. Yes, praise can build character, motivation and resilience, just as parents hope. But when done unskillfully, say psychologists, it can have the opposite effect and actually lower children’s confidence, dampen their motivation and stifle intellectual growth. Some of the research-based advice that has emerged includes:

Praise Effort, Not Intelligence

Numerous studies have found that when children are repeatedly given accolades for their intellect or talent, they can come to believe those traits are innate and fixed, which then makes them more fearful of failing or even encountering challenges.

On the other hand, when kids are taught that success depends on continued effort

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Research has shown that extreme praise—using words like “incredible” or “best ever”—can create an excessive expectation that the child can feel incapable of meeting. and hard work, they are more likely to seek out challenges, apply themselves to tough tasks and be resilient in the face of failure.

Suggested parental statements include: “I like the way you tried a lot of different strategies on that math problem until you finally got it.” “That was a hard English assignment, but you stuck with it until you got it done.” “Mistakes are so interesting.

Let’s see what we can learn from it.”

Don’t Go Over the Top

Paradoxically, getting praised too lavishly can shake children and make them less likely to take risks. “Research has shown that extreme praise—using words like “incredible” or “best ever”—can create an excessive expectation that the child can feel incapable of meeting. They tend to become less tolerant of their mistakes, and tolerance of mistakes is a critical element in ultimate success,” says clinical psychologist John F. Tholen, Ph.D., in Seal Beach, California, author of Focused Positivity. Excessive praise can also nudge overconfident children toward narcissism, especially if it involves comparison with other children.

Focus on Character and Agency

When children are praised for positive aspects of their character such as being kind, resourceful or helpful, they are more likely to be generous and openhearted with others. Researchers have also found that when parents focus on and support a child’s self-determined reasons for engaging in a task, it increases the child’s sense of agency and capacity to act effectively, which helps them to move through the world with greater ease and self-confidence. Some suggested parental statements are: “You made that decision very carefully and wisely.” “You were very kind in how you made the new girl feel welcome.” “It’s great to see how determined

you are to do something exciting for your science fair project.”

Be Specific

Research shows that when praise is general or sweeping, like, “Good job!”, kids tend to doubt its sincerity, whereas praise that gives more information is felt by them to be meaningful. “Focusing on increasing the specificity of the praise allows children to learn more quickly which behaviors you like and want to see more frequently,” says pediatric psychologist Alyssa Fritz, Ph.D., of the Johns Hopkins All Children’s Institute for Brain Protection Sciences, in St. Petersburg, Florida. “A good rule of thumb is to provide three instances of specific positive attention for every one command or correction.”

Suggested parental statements are: “You kept practicing pumping your legs on the swing, and now you can do it!”

“Thank you so much for cleaning up the garage. I really appreciate how hard you worked.” “That was a tough skill to learn on the ball field, but you kept at it until you could do it.”

Be Sincere

If children detect insincerity in a parent’s praise, they may assume they are being manipulated or misunderstood. Older kids in particular have a keen ear for offhand words of meaningless praise. “Be enthusiastic, while remaining genuine. Praise those things that truly make your heart warm, or make your day easier, or make you proud of your child’s progress,” says Carole Swiecicki, Ph.D., a psychologist and owner of Harbor Maple Counseling and Psychological Services, in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. “Even small statements, when said from the heart, have a positive impact on children.”

Health and wellness writer Ronica O’Hara can be reached at OHaraRonica@gmail.com.

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1. BERGAMOT The citrus essential oil bergamot (Citrus bergamia), taken either alone or with other oils, has been shown to help ease symptoms of anxiety and stress. A 2017 pilot study found that bergamot oil diffused into the air helped reduce anxiety and improve mental health and overall well-being in patients in the waiting room of a mental health treatment facility.

2. CLARY SAGE

by Karolyn Gazella and Natacha Montpellier ssential oils are highly concentrated compounds extracted from aromatic plants that are used in aromatherapy for a variety of conditions. These fragrant oils have been incorporated into wellness practices for thousands of years, and decades of research confirm their benefits, especially their effects on mental health and well-being.

Breathing in essential oils, whether applied topically or inhaled when diffused in the air, has been shown to improve mood and mental wellness by triggering the release of calming neurochemicals such as gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) in the nerve centers of the brain.

In particular, eight unique essential oils for anxiety have been explored in scientific literature.

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The earthy, floral scent of clary sage (Salvia sclarea) may also help with anxiety. A 2013 study featuring women undergoing a stressful medical exam found that inhaling clary sage essential oil not only led to a subjective relaxation response, but also lowered blood pressure. Researchers noted a decreasing trend in salivary cortisol concentrations, a measure of stress; however, it was not significantly different compared to a placebo. Nevertheless, the reduced pressure suggests that clary sage may have stress-lowering capabilities.

3. FRANKINCENSE Frankincense (Boswellia sacra) comes from the resin of the Boswellia tree and has a woody aroma. A 2011 study found that anxiety levels of women were decreased in

the first stage of labor when a combination of frankincense and other calming oils were used topically.

4. LAVENDER Lavender (Lavandula) oil has long been used topically and aromatically as a calming agent. Research has shown the benefit of inhaling lavender oil in a variety of anxiety-provoking medical scenarios, including cosmetic surgery, preoperative anxiety and postpartum anxiety. While most essential oils should not be taken orally, standardized lavender essential oil found in dietary supplement form has been shown to be safe and effective in easing anxiety when inhaled and taken orally.

5. LEMON BALM Lemon balm (Melissa officinalis L.) has been proven to have anxiolytic, mood-enhancing and cognitive-improving effects in a variety of human clinical trials. As a dietary supplement and inhaled as an essential oil, lemon balm may help reduce symptoms of stress and anxiety.

6. NEROLI Neroli oil comes from the Citrus aurantium plant and has been found to help with symptoms of stress and anxiety. In a 2014

randomized controlled trial involving menopausal women, inhalation of neroli essential oil both helped with menopausal symptoms and stress, but also lowered blood pressure, improved sexual desire and helped to balance cortisol and estrogen levels.

7. ROSE As with most other essential oils, rose (Rosa) water has been used since ancient times to enhance health and healing, including mental health. A 2016 study involving hemodialysis patients found that inhaling rose water helped noticeably improve symptoms of anxiety. A 2019 randomized, controlled trial found that inhalation of both rose and neroli essential oils helped improve the psychological, physical and social symptoms associated with premenstrual syndrome.

8. YLANG YLANG Often used in the fragrance industry, ylang ylang (Cananga odorata) has a slightly sweet and floral aroma. Research shows that inhaling the essential oil of ylang ylang may help reduce blood pressure and symptoms of depression and anxiety.

Some of the methods for using essential oils include:

n Added to bath water (six to 12 drops) n Spread through the air via a room diffuser (three to four drops) n Inhaled directly from a cotton pad or tissue (one to two drops) or from a bottle itself n As a massage fragrance by adding one to two drops per two tablespoons of massage oil or lotion n As a spray by adding 10 to 15 drops to a two-ounce spray bottle of distilled water n As a steam fragrance when adding one to two drops to a bowl of boiling water and inhaling with a towel placed over the head and bowl To learn more about using essential oils for anxiety, consider consulting with an integrative practitioner for further guidance, or visit Fullscript.com.

Karolyn A. Gazella is the founder of the Natural Medicine Journal and the host of the Natural Medicine Journal podcast. Natacha Montpellier, ND, is a registered naturopathic doctor with the College of Naturopaths of Ontario whose clinical practice focuses on women’s hormonal and reproductive health.

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Sustainable Shellfish SUPERFOOD OF THE SEA

by April Thompson

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he perfect food may not be underfoot, but rather, underwater. It’s delicious, fast-growing, nutritionally dense, sustainably produced, locally available from coast to coast and comes in nature’s own sturdy packaging. “Shellfish is the most sustainable protein on the planet.

There are no antibiotics, no pesticides, no fertilizer and no feed needed to raise shellfish,” says Bob Rheault, executive director of the East Coast Shellfish Growers Association, which represents 1,500 shellfish farmers from Maine to Florida.

Shellfish is a nutritional powerhouse, providing proteins, essential amino acids, long-chain polyunsaturated fats, vitamins and carotenoids. The drastically shorter life cycle of shellfish compared to other farmed seafood also means shellfish producers can generate more food more quickly.

Shellfish also offer many ecological benefits; they filter the water, remove excess nutrients and create habitat for juvenile fish, Rheault says. A single oyster can filter up to 50 gallons of water per day, according to the Oyster Recovery Partnership, an organization that restores reefs in conjunction with a shell recycling network of restaurants and public drop sites across the mid-Atlantic region.

Ray Hilborn, a biologist and professor at the University of Washington School of Aquatic and Fishery Sciences, in Seattle, has compared the relative environmental costs of different food sources, including grains, poultry and imitation, plant-based meats. He has found that farmed shellfish, specifically mollusks like oysters, clams and mussels, provide the lowest impact protein of them all. “Shellfish has a very low carbon footprint and enormous yield per area,” he

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“Shellfish has a very low carbon footprint and enormous yield per area.”

Ray Hilborn says. “Mussel farms, for example, are pretty much just ropes hung from rafts, with no changes to the ecosystem or loss of biodiversity, as compared to agriculture.”

Bivalve shellfish like clams and oysters are mainly sourced from farms because wild stocks are largely depleted due to overharvesting, habitat loss and other contributing factors. “Somewhere around 90 percent of mussels and oysters on the market are farmed,” Rheault says. “If you see perfect-looking oysters at the raw bar, you know they are farmed. Out of the wild, they can look gnarly.”

Restorative aquaculture, which produces seafood using scientific principles that enhance coastal environments, may be one of the best opportunities to restore ecosystems while feeding the Earth’s growing population, according to a report from The Nature Conservancy. However, Hilborn points to “the impact of food, not just how it’s grown, but how it got to you.” Processed shellfish has a bigger carbon footprint, so it’s ecologically desirable to look for fresh, local options whenever possible.

Local production has a culinary benefit, too. “Every waterway has its own unique ‘merroir’, or flavor, that comes from the local environment. The differing levels of salinity and minerality, among other things, can lead to a very different flavor,” adds Rheault. While there is only one dominant species of oyster on the East Coast, there are three varieties found on the West Coast and dozens more around the world, each with different flavor profiles, according to Rheault; oysters also have differing flavors throughout the year. “Fall oysters have a rich, full flavor; they can be skinny in the spring. I like them in winter best of all.”

Perry Raso, owner of the Matunuck Oyster Bar and Farm, in Wakefield, Rhode Island, and a leader in the growing shellfish farming industry, grew up digging littleneck clams as a youngster. He earned a graduate degree in aquaculture before launching and growing a multifaceted business, including a restaurant, a seven-acre oyster farm and an organic vegetable farm. He raises and sells more than 1 million mature oysters a year and also supplies 5 million seed oysters to other aqua farmers.

Voted one of the top 20 seafood restaurants in the country by Time Out, Matunuck Oyster Bar serves several shellfish delicacies, including a classic oyster stew made with rosemary broth, scallop ceviche, quinoa crab salad and oysters on the half shell with a cucumber passionfruit gazpacho. The menu also features “vegan scallops” made from seared king oyster mushrooms.

Rheault’s favorite way to eat an oyster, though, is simply with two drops of lime. “The lime knocks out your salt receptors and allows you to really taste the other flavors,” he says. “Grilling is another great way to introduce people to oysters. You don’t even need to shuck them; the grilling firms up the meat.”

VEGAN SHELLFISH ALTERNATIVES Vegans or people with shellfish allergies can still enjoy the rich umami flavor of an oyster or clam with a little creativity.

Here are a few suggested alternatives.

King oyster mushrooms: This mushroom is a misnomer perhaps, as its meaty stem, sliced in one-inch sections and sautéed or broiled, looks and tastes more like a scallop than an oyster. In general, mushrooms have a similar mouthfeel to shellfish: The chitin found in the shells of crustaceans are also a key compound in fungi. They can be added to many dishes as a satisfying substitute for seafood and other animal proteins. However, shellfish and mushroom allergies can overlap as a result of chitin sensitivities, so allergy sufferers should proceed with caution.

Seaweed: Kelp, dulse and other edible algae can also add a touch of that salty, sea-kissed flavor of shellfish, as well as important trace minerals and antioxidants, to dishes like chowders and stews without adding empty calories.

Heart of palm: The tender chewy texture of hearts of palm, flavored well, can serve as a surprising proxy for shellfish and seafood, particularly for rich dishes like fried calamari, lobster rolls or crab salad.

For those seeking a plantbased diet for ethical or other reasons, it’s worth noting that a subset of vegans believe that consuming oysters and mussels does not contradict their commitment to a compassionate diet, given that bivalves lack a central nervous system. This somewhat controversial offshoot of veganism even has its own name—ostroveganism, from the Latin word ostrea, meaning oyster.

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Once all clams have been transferred to a pot, add mussels to skillet, cover, and cook over high heat until mussels have opened, 2 to 4 minutes, transferring them to pot with tomato broth as they open. Pour cooking liquid from skillet into pot, being careful not to pour any grit from skillet into pot. Return broth to simmer.

Stir parsley into broth and season with salt and pepper to taste.

Divide halibut among serving bowls. Ladle broth over halibut, making sure each portion contains both clams and mussels. Drizzle with olive oil and serve immediately.

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CIOPPINO This seafood soup, popularized by Italian immigrants in San Francisco, offers up an appealing assortment of fish and shellfish in a tomato-based broth.

YIELD: 4 TO 6 SERVINGS ¼ cup vegetable oil 2 large onions, chopped fine Salt and pepper ¼ cup water 4 garlic cloves, minced 2 bay leaves 1 tsp dried oregano ⅛ to ¼ tsp red pepper flakes 1, 28-oz can whole peeled tomatoes, drained with juice reserved, chopped coarse

1, 8-oz bottle clam juice 1½ lb skinless halibut fillet, ¾-to 1-inch-thick, cut into 6 pieces 1 lb littleneck clams, scrubbed 1¼ cups dry white wine 4 Tbsp unsalted butter 1 lb mussels, scrubbed and debearded ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley Extra-virgin olive oil

Any firm-fleshed, ¾-to 1-inch-thick whitefish (such as cod or sea bass) can be substituted for halibut. Discard clams or mussels with unpleasant odors, cracked shells, or shells that won’t close. If littlenecks are not available, substitute Manila or mahogany clams, or use 2 pounds of mussels. If using only mussels, cook them all at once with the butter and wine for 3 to 5 minutes. Serve with sourdough or rustic bread.

Heat vegetable oil in Dutch oven over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add onions, ½ teaspoon salt and ½ teaspoon pepper; cook, stirring frequently, until onions begin to brown, 7 to 9 minutes. Add water and cook, stirring frequently, until onions are soft, 2 to 4 minutes. Stir in garlic, bay leaves, oregano and pepper flakes, and cook for 1 minute. Stir in tomatoes and reserved juice and clam juice, and bring to simmer. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 5 minutes.

Submerge halibut in broth, cover and gently simmer until fish is cooked through, 12 to 15 minutes. Remove pot from heat and, using slotted spoon, transfer halibut to a plate, cover with aluminum foil and set aside.

Bring clams, wine and butter to boil in a covered 12-inch skillet over high heat. Steam until clams just open, 5 to 8 minutes, transferring them to pot with tomato broth as they open.

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BASIL GRILLED OYSTERS Oysters, freshly shucked BASIL VINAIGRETTE: 2 cups basil 1 small shallot 1 clove of garlic Dash of red pepper flakes ⅔ cup of olive oil 4 Tbsp champagne or red wine vinegar In a blender, combine and process the basil vinaigrette ingredients. Top freshly shucked oysters with a dash of the vinaigrette and place on the grill for 5 minutes at medium-high heat. Before removing them from the grill, sprinkle on some grated pecorino Romano cheese.

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SAUTÉED MUSSELS 4 cups mussels ½ oz extra-virgin olive oil 1 oz chopped yellow onion 1 oz chopped fresh garlic 1 oz white wine 1 oz Pernod (licorice liqueur) Juice of one freshly squeezed, whole lemon 1 oz chopped, fresh basil Heat the oil in sauté pan. Add mussels and dome with a second sauté pan. Once all mussels have opened, add the onions and garlic. Cook until onions are translucent. Add white wine and bring to a quick boil. Add the Pernod and cook until the alcohol has burned off. Add freshly squeezed lemon juice and basil. Bring to a boil and remove from heat, transfer to a bowl and enjoy.

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Other symptoms include failure to respond to commands, difficulty hearing, inability to recognize familiar people and difficulty navigating their environment. Physical manifestations may show up as excessive licking, lack of grooming, fecal and urinary incontinence and loss of appetite.

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Gum Disease Linked to Canine Cognitive Dysfunction A connection has been established between Alzheimer’s disease and periodontal disease in humans, and a recent study has revealed a similar association between gum disease and canine cognitive dysfunction (CCD). By comparing dogs with CCD and a control group of healthy dogs, New York integrative veterinarian Curtis Dewey, of Elemental Pet Vets, and Mark Rishniw, of the Cornell University College

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1. Incorporate regular exercise, socialization and mental stimulation. While they can’t exert themselves with the same intensity as younger dogs, senior canines derive tremendous benefits from walks—especially unhurried “sniffaris”—and other age-appropriate physical activity and strengthening exercises. Short periods of play time with people and other pets in controlled situations can also help. Food puzzles and treat-release toys provide fun, mental stimulation, while brief training sessions refresh their memory or teach new skills.

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4. Improve memory with nutraceuticals.

Because studies show that MCT in coconut oil can improve cognitive function in older dogs, add a quarter-teaspoon of coconut oil for every 10 pounds of body weight to food daily. Other supplements to consider are S-adenosylmethionine (SAMe), jellyfish extracts, glutathione, resveratrol (Japanese knotweed), lion’s mane mushroom, vinpocetine, phosphatidylserine, curcumin, ubiquinol, digestive enzymes and probiotics.

5. Reduce doggie stress. Senior dogs, especially those with dementia, often become disoriented. To help them remain stable and reduce anxiety, stick to a consistent daily routine, feeding and walking them on a set schedule. To control arthritis and degenerative joint disease, keep dogs active and at a healthy weight. Consider acupuncture,

massage, chiropractic care, stretching and hydrotherapy (exercising in water). If a dog is experiencing incontinence because of age (and not caused by an underlying condition that should be addressed), provide them with more frequent potty trips outside or reintroduce them to a crate if they were cratetrained initially. Acupuncture may also help.

If a dog has problems hearing or seeing, use odor cues like pet-friendly essential oils or pheromone products to help them find their way around. Also consider purchasing or building ramps if they’re having trouble getting into the car or up on the bed or a favorite chair. If they’re slipping or unsure on bare floors, add runners, yoga mats or area rugs.

For sleep problems, try increasing their daytime activity level. Let the dog sleep in the bedroom to ease any anxiety that may be contributing to nighttime restlessness. Melatonin supplementation may help. Guide the precious pet with clear cues and easy-to-follow instructions, and when talking to them, use a quiet, calm and loving voice.

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ciety for an educational mushroom hunting foray.

Location TBD. Register: LandTrust.org.

Waterfront Art Fair – 9am-6pm. The second oldest juried art fair in Michigan. Rain or shine. Free. 400 Bridge St, Charlevoix. CharlevoixWaterfrontArtFair.org.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 2 Little Traverse Conservancy’s 50th Annual Meeting – 9:30am-1pm. Meeting with optional afternoon field trips. Lyric Theater, 275 E Main St, Harbor Springs.

Details & to register: 231-347-0991. Charlevoix.org.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 6 15th Annual Harrietta Blueberry Festival – 8am3pm. Featuring a blueberry pancake breakfast, blueberry ice cream social, rummage & bake sale, 100 Year Celebration, petting zoo, parade, music with Silver Creek Revival, pie eating contest and more.

Harrietta Village Hall, 122 Davis Ave, Harrietta.

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Tour of Proposed Turtle Cove Nature Preserve – 10am-12pm. Learn about the significant natural features of the property and the land protection process from the Conservancy’s staff. Moderately strenuous hike. Free. 1935 Yellow Birch Ln, Traverse City. Register: gtrlc.org.

Community Hike & Meditation – 10:30am. Join Heather of Yen Yoga and Fitness for a mindful walk as you explore the trails and beauty of northern Michigan. Hike is under 2 miles; open to all fitness levels. Free. The Commons, 1200 W Eleventh St, Traverse City. YenYogaFitness.com.

MONDAY, AUGUST 8 Castle Farms Pottery and Wine – 6-8pm. All paints, supplies and artist guidance included.

Once you have completed your pieces, they will be transported to the Cottage Pottery studio for professional glazing and firing. Castle Farms, 5052 M-66, Charlevoix. CastleFarms.com.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 9 Tour of Proposed Turtle Cove Nature Preserve – 10am-12pm. See Aug 6 listing. 1935 Yellow Birch Ln, Traverse City. Register: gtrlc.org.

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 10 Bob Milne, Musician – 7-8pm. He is an amazing talent and spectacular pianist. Sponsored by the Taylor Series of Christ Episcopal Church. Free. 101 State St, Charlevoix. Charlevoix.org.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 11 Piratefest in Boyne City – Aug 11-15. Street performers, costumes, parades, treasure hunt, live shows and more. Boyne City. BoyneCityPiratefest.com.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 13 Birdwatching Hike – 8am. Join Michigan Legacy Art Park’s executive director & birding guide Angie Quinn on a birdwatching hike through the Art Park. $5, free/17 & under. Crystal Mountain, 12500 Crystal Mountain Dr, Thompsonville. CrystalMountain.com.

Mycology Walk – 9-10:30am. Join LTC and Mike Banyai of the Northern Michigan Mycological So-

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TUESDAY, AUGUST 16 Farm to Table Dinner & Tour – 6-10pm. Enjoy a sumptuous farm-to-table dinner and tour at Castle Farms. Catered by Grey Gables Restaurant & Catering. 3-course meal will showcase meats and vegetables sourced from local farms. A chef introduction will accompany each dish. Castle Farms, 5052 M-66, Charlevoix. CastleFarms.com.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 19 Boardman Trail Loop Inauguration – 5-7pm.

Ribbon-cutting ceremony will celebrate the grand opening. Medalie Park, on the south side of Boardman Lake. TraverseTrails.org/event/boardman-lakeloop-trail-ribbon-cutting.

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es that achieve nature-based solutions to climate change. Halladay-Blackhurst-Chowning Nature Preserve, Voice Rd, Kingsley. Register: gtrlc.org.

Drummunity – 1-3pm. Join percussionist Lori Fithian for a “Drummunity” circle, a high-energy, fun, and empowering drumming activity for all age groups. No experience necessary. Free. Glen Arbor Arts Center, 6031 S Lake St, Glen Arbor. 231-3346112. GlenArborArt.org.

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 31 Nature Journaling – 10am-12pm. With Conservancy volunteer Judy Kelly. Engage with nature in a richer, more enduring way by recording what your senses are telling you with words, pictures, and numbers. All welcome no matter the skill level.

Upper Manistee Headwaters Preserve, Camp Tapico Rd, Kalkaska. Register: gtrlc.org.

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Last Slice of Summer – 10am-7pm. Includes live music, art fair (10am-5pm), kid activities, local food, yoga, nonprofits. The Open Space, Downtown Traverse City. Details: DowntownTC.com.

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Saving Birds through Habitat – 4-6:30pm. The outdoor program features food, wine, a silent auction and live music. Greg Butcher will give a talk on Michigan’s tropical connection, using data from his latest State of the Birds report. $45 suggested donation. Charter Sanctuary Discovery Center, 5020 N Putnam Rd, Omena. 231-271-3738. SavingBirds.org.

Care-O-Van – Specializing in nature-based, play, arts and movement therapies, the mobile mental health service platform works to facilitate learning and healing as a variation to traditional in-home, outpatient and school-linked mental health services.

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MONDAY, AUGUST 22 Summerfolk Concert at the Library – 6:307:30pm. Ben Traverse is a traditional folk singer, songwriter, and member of the Earthwork Music Collective. Charlevoix Library, 220 Clinton St, Charlevoix. CharlevoixLibrary.org.

Mitch Albom, Author – 7-8:30pm. Speech topic: The Stranger in the Lifeboat. Free. 101 State St, Charlevoix. Charlevoix.org.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 23 The Botanic Garden at Historic Barns Park – 1pm. A fun and informative wagon tour with a Garden Docent will offer a rich overview and then stroll through the gardens and the gift shop. 1490 Red Dr, Traverse City. ElkRapidsGardenClub.com.

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 24 Wildflower Hike – 10am-12pm. Volunteer leader, Paula Dreeszen, will highlight the blooming marsh wildflowers during peak wildflower and butterfly viewing times. Free. Arcadia Marsh Nature Preserve, 16791 Northwood Hwy, Arcadia. Register: gtrlc.org.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 27 Forest Foray – 10am-12pm. Senior Conservation Program Manager Vic Lane will give a tour of the property and highlight sustainable forestry practic-

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Healing Immersion Retreats – Thru Fall. With Aria Mae Everts. Schedule a 1-day, immersive private healing retreats for individuals and couples.

For those during a difficult or transformative life event or decision that seek further guidance. Free consultation. Bellaire. For more info: 774-578-2762, Aria@AriaMae.com or AriaMae.com.

Get Hydrated on the Go – Renue Wellness offering Quench intravenous (IV) hydration to provide individuals holistic options for promoting wellness.

Mobile IV and other services provided by board-certified nurse practitioner Kimberly Marino. For more info: RenueWellness.net.

Sacred Lights Collective Events – A digital platform and virtual community for seekers and facilitators to walk the spiritual path together offering daily classes, groups and workshops. With Aria Mae Everts. Virtual. 774-578-2762. SacredLightsCollective.com.

Pets & Parents Reiki Session – 9am-9pm. Sessions for wellness, critical care and end of life transition.

Actively experience the use of reiki touch with your pet. Learn additional tips for helping your pet. Virtual 40-min appt. $20. 231-590-0001. TCDesoto@ gmail.com.

weekly Backroads to Bier’s Music Series – Thru Sept.

7-9pm. Features local artists throughout Northern Michigan. Bier’s Inwood Brewery, 17959 Ferry Rd, Charlevoix. BiersInwoodBrewery.com.

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Interlochen Farmers Market – Thru Oct 30. 9am2pm. Local produce, baked goods, flowers and more.

Free admission. Interlochen Corners, US 31 S at J. Maddy Pkwy, Interlochen. 231-378-4488.

Sara Hardy Downtown Farmers Market – Thru Oct. 8am-12pm. Parking lot B, southwest corner of Cass & Grandview Pkwy, Traverse City. DowntownTC.com.

Kundalini Yoga – 10am. A dynamic, powerful tool that is designed to give you an experience of your energetic body. All levels. Sliding scale $10-$20. New Moon Yoga, 10781 E Cherry Bend Rd, Traverse City. 231-392-5813. NewMoonYogaStudio.com.

Men’s Circle: Stories in Council – 6:30pm. 1st Sun. An open group of men who come together in a safe, confidential space to share and gain from each other’s experience and presence. Free. Yoga Bellaire, 216 Portage Dr, Bellaire. YogaBellaire.com.

mondays Free COVID Testing – 10am-2pm. Pre-registration not required but helpful. The Munson Healthcare Charlevoix Hospital Wellness Workshop, 411 Bridge St, Charlevoix. Charlevoix.org.

Farmers Market at the Village – Thru Oct. 2-6pm.

Presented by The Village at Grand Traverse Commons. Free admission. South Historic Front Lawn, 830 Cottageview Dr, Traverse City. TheVillageTC. com/farmers-market.

Kingsley Farmers Market – Thru Sept 28. 3-7pm.

Brownson Memorial Park, 205 S Brownson, Kingsley. TraverseCity.com.

Empowerment Circle – 5:30-6:30pm. See Tues listing. Pure Essence Wellness Center, 1240 E 8th St, Traverse City. 231-499-8595. HeatherZigler.com.

Wine Down Wednesdays at Castle Farms – 6-8pm. Visit 1918 Cellars for live music, food, wine and more. No tickets necessary to enjoy the music. Check their lineup to see who’s going to be performing this summer. Castle Farms, 5052 M-66, Charlevoix. CastleFarms.com.

Pavilion Summer Concerts in Boyne City – Thru Aug. 6:30-8:30pm. Come prepared with a comfy camp chair or picnic blanket and your favorite beverage along with take out from one of our local eateries and enjoy. Free. Pavilion, 207 N Lake St, Boyne City. CityOfBoyneCity.com/calendar_of_events-7.

Jazz at the Library – Thru Aug 17. 7-8pm. Bring your own chairs. Charlevoix Library, 220 Clinton St, Charlevoix. CharlevoixLibrary.org.

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Cancer Care Support Discovery Call – 6-6:30pm.

For those looking to incorporate a holistic, functional element of care into their cancer treatment plan by working in conjunction with your oncologists, surgeons, primary care physician and physical medicine practitioners. More info: MIHolisticMed.com.

Charlevoix Farmers Market – Thru Oct 6. 8am1pm. 400 Bridge Str, Charlevoix. CharlevoixMI. gov/338/Farmers-Market.

Mantra & Meditation with Jess – 7pm. Begins with a light warm up, then moves into a mantra practice, and ends with a simple divine meditation bathing in the stillness of silence. All levels. Sliding scale $10-$20. New Moon Yoga, 10781 E Cherry Bend Rd, Traverse City. 231-392-5813. Pre-registration required: Jessica@NewMoonYogaStudio. com. NewMoonYogaStudio.com.

Weekly Facebook Live with Dr. McSwain – 5:306pm. More info: MIHolisticMed.com.

tuesdays Wildflower Walk – Thru Aug. 10am-12pm. Go for a relaxing stroll on the trails with GRNA docents Julie Hurd and Phil Jarvi each week to find and identify the beautiful and unique wildflowers. Grass River Natural Area, 6500 Alden Hwy, Bellaire.

Register: GrassRiver.org.

Empowerment Circle – 10:30-11:30am. With Heather Zigler. By bringing new light to an ancient and traditional tool used by indigenous people around the globe. Circles are a place to transform ME to WE as a space where the principle of sharing power with each other exists instead of having power over one another. 1st class free. Pure Essence Wellness Center, 1240 E 8th St, Traverse City. 231499-8595. HeatherZigler.com.

Turntables and Tacos – 4pm-close. Stone Hound Brewing Company, 3593 Bunker Hill Rd, Williamsburg. 231-421-5010. StoneHoundBrewing.com.

Yoga in East Park – 8:30-9:30am. Charlevoix Yoga offers yoga classes every Tuesday and Thursday weather permitting. $20. East Park 400 Bridge St, Charlevoix. CharlevoixYoga.com.

Living with Joy – Thru Oct 20. 6-7:30pm. No class Aug 4. Lift up your spirit and join, choose joy, releasing struggle, and opening to your unlimited potential for personal power and spiritual transformation. $10 donation. Pure Essence Wellness Center, 1240 E Eighth St, Traverse City. 231-499-8595. PureEssenceWellnessCenter.com.

The Goddess Workout Beginner Hula Dance Class – 6:30-7:30pm. For absolute beginners of all ages, sizes and shapes. Learn basic hula moves and combinations. $80/8-wk session, $15/drop-in. First Congregational Church, 8066 W State St, Central Lake. AmiraHamzarRaks.com.

Red Tent: Women’s Circle – 7pm. 2nd Thurs. Meet local women, share your journey and grow together.

Hosted by Aria, Red Tents are a gentle introduction to women’s sacred circles. Free. Yoga Bellaire, 216 Portage Dr, Bellaire. YogaBellaire.com.

Community Night – 7-9pm. 4th Thurs. Each month we will host a different theme for connecting with your fellow Bellaire community members. Movie nights, potlucks, cacao and conversation, etc. Everyone welcome, including families; do not need to practice yoga. Yoga Bellaire, 216 Portage Dr, Bellaire. YogaBellaire.com.

Backroads to Bier’s Music Series – 7-9pm. Fri & Sat, Thru Sept. Features local artists throughout

Northern Michigan. Bier’s Inwood Brewery, 17959 Ferry Rd, Charlevoix. BiersInwoodBrewery.com.

Live on the Lake Summer Concert Series – Thru Aug 11. 7-9pm. East Park, 400 Bridge St, Charlevoix. VisitCharlevoix.com.

fridays Local Ground: Celebrating Local Musicians – Fri & Sat thru Sept 3. Times & dates vary. Celebrate and support local musicians with short outdoor performances for series ticket holders to enjoy while picnicking before the shows and for guests to enjoy while visiting the farm during our Lavender Fest Fridays. 7354 Horton Bay Rd N, Boyne City.

LavenderHillFarm.com.

Bellaire Farmers Market – Thru Oct. 8am-12pm.

ASI Community Center & Park, 102 Maple St, Bellaire. BellaireChamber.org.

Naturalist on the Trail – Thru Aug. 10:30-1:30pm.

A naturalist will be stationed outdoors on our trail system, offering a new mobile mini-program each week. Donation. Grass River Natural Area, 6500 Alden Hwy, Bellaire. Register: GrassRiver.org.

Local Ground – Thru Sept 4. 6-7pm. Together we celebrate and support local musicians with short outdoor performances at Lavender Hill Farm, 7354 Horton Bay Rd N, Boyne City. LavenderHillFarm.com/local-ground.

saturdays Sara Hardy Downtown Farmers Market – Thru Oct. 7:30am-12pm. Parking lot B, southwest corner of Cass & Grandview Pkwy, Traverse City. DowntownTC.com.

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SCHOOL / EDUCATION NATUROPATHIC INSTITUTE OF THERAPIES & EDUCATION

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Educational programs offered: Natural Health Program: four years (one weekend a month); Massage Therapy Program: one year (two weekends a month); Holistic Doula Practitioner Program: six months (one weekend a month). Individual classes available. See ad page 7.

WELLNESS & HYDRATION RENUE WELLNESS & HYDRATION

KimberlyMarinoDNP@yahoo.com 231-252-1000 RenueWellness.net

We’re proud to be a mobile IV hydration company. Stay-athome parents, athletes and busy professionals can enjoy the benefits of a wide array of IV cocktails, as well as partiers too worn out from last night’s fun, can receive a hangover recovery IV drip in the comfort of their own homes or setting of their choice.

We are available for groups, as well. See ad page 11.

SARA HARDY DOWNTOWN FARMERS MARKET

Between Cass and Union streets, Traverse City 231-922-2050 June-October Saturdays, 7:30am-12pm Wednesdays, 8am-12pm

FARMERS MARKET AT THE VILLAGE & GRAND TRAVERSE COMMONS

830 Cottageview Dr, Ste 101, Traverse City 231-941-1900 Traverse City's only year-round indoor market.

Mondays, May-October, 2-6pm Saturdays, November-April, 10am-2pm

EMPIRE FARMERS MARKET

10234 W Front Street, Empire 231-866-0922 Saturdays, June 11-September 3, 9am-1pm

GROW BENZIE FARMERS MARKET

5885 Frankfort Hwy, Benzonia 231-882-9510

INTERLOCHEN FARMERS MARKET

2112 M 137, Interlochen 231-970-1340 Sundays, 9am-2pm

GLEN ARBOR FARMERS MARKET

6394 Western Ave., Glen Arbor 231-866-0922 Tuesdays, June-September, 9am-1pm

LAKE LEELANAU FARMERS MARKET

112 W Philip Street, Lake Leelanau 231-866-0922 Sundays, June 14-September 6, 9am-1pm

NORTHPORT FARMERS MARKET

105 Bay Street, Northport 231-866-0922 Fridays, June 7-September 13, 9am-1pm

CROOKED TREE ARTS CENTER ARTISANS & FARMERS MARKET

461 East Mitchell Street, Petoskey 231-347-4337 October to June, 10am-1pm August 2022

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