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Does someone you know struggle with

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MEMORY LOSS or DEMENTIA?

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DIFFERENCES IN UTOPIA Fairhope's Diverse History and Hope for Change

19 HOW AWE CAN TRANSFORM OUR LIVES MINDFUL WALKING We can help. 20 Meditative Steps for Well-Being Cutting-Edge | Non-Invasive | Drug-Free Our unique approach is non-invasive and has helped dementia patients that originally scored in the teens on the Montreal Cognitive Assessment be restored to the point of scoring normal (26-30) on the same assessment.

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28 HEALING WATERS Hot Baths Rejuvenate Body and Mind

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HEALTHY LIVING HEALTHY PLANET “I feel like we’re leaving a dream,” Mays (11) said last month as we came out of the woods in North Carolina. We had just journeyed up Mount Mitchell and back and it was a hike we’ll never forget.

Leaving the panoramic views of the Blue Ridge Parkway, we followed the Old Mitchell Trail into a shady and fragrant, spruce-fir forest.

The canopy of trees was majestic and the lush understory was full of moss and fern-covered rocks. The trail itself was challenging, alternating between rough, rocky terrain and densely covered paths of exposed tree roots. It rained on us early in the hike, and fog filled the forest as we neared the top.

We made it to the summit, which is the highest peak east of the Mississippi River, but the overlook was cloud-covered. I didn’t mind because I was more interested in returning to the trail for our journey back down. Thatch (6) and I usually fall behind Josh and Mays when we hike, but that afternoon I was the lone caboose. I was in no hurry because I was awe-struck by the unique beauty of the forest; I didn’t want the trail to end.

In this month’s article “How Awe Can Transform Our Lives” we learn that these “wow” moments have many health benefits, from improved mental health and increased compassion to stronger immune systems. These findings do not surprise me considering how peaceful and mesmerized we all felt in that seemingly magical forest. It provided a mental reset and a shift in perspective. Fortunately, we don’t have to escape to the Appalachian Mountains to experience awe—as the article explains, we can find these moments in our everyday lives if we learn to look.

With an emphasis on slowing down our steps, our article “Mindful Walking” gives me more reason to finish last on our next family adventure. Taking it one step at a time not only provides a more nuanced view of the world around us, it fosters mental and physical health. A warm bath can also serve as a rejuvenating practice. In Marlaina Donato’s article “Healing Waters”, we learn that hydrotherapy is soothing for a burnt-out nervous system as well as therapeutic for our physical body.

I wrote in my April letter, “Life as we know it has been turned upside down and the uncertainty of what lies ahead can feel daunting.” I never imagined that five months later I would be having the same thoughts. The cumulative effects of living an everchanging “new normal” are likely weighing us all down, and it’s more important than ever to make time for self-care. Use this month’s Natural Awakenings as inspiration to do just that. I encourage you to try to move a little more leisurely through life over the coming weeks. Deepen your breath, slow down your steps and keep your eyes open for aweinspiring moments—they really are all around us.

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Acupuncture: A Natural Solution for Headaches

Location: 6925 Cottage Hill Rd., Ste. C, Mobile, AL. For more information, call 251-644-4127 or visit FamilyCareAcupuncture.com. See ad, page 9.

Peak Alkalinity Opens in Mobile After three years of helping patrons in Fairhope experience optimal health from the inside out, Peak Alkalinity has opened the doors to its location in Midtown Mobile at 2724 Old Shell Road.

“We are excited to be able to serve customers in two locations,” says co-owner Missy Guitterrez. “Over the years we have helped so many with acid reflux, gout, asthma, diabetes, osteoporosis and so much more. Athletes are reporting quicker recovery times and noticeably improved performance.”

Located directly across the street from UMS-Wright Preparatory School (in the old Bluebird Hardware building), the new store offers in-store refills of clean, chemical-free alkaline water and water ionizers for the home or office via an affordable rental program or direct purchase. Financing plans, professional installation and on-location services are available for all ionizers. Both locations also offer detoxification services such as ionic foot baths and oxygen bars.

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A headache is considered an imbalance that should be treated whether acute or chronic.

All the yang acupuncture channels meet in the head, and in a healthy state they circulate qi (energy) that supports sight, hearing, taste and smell. A headache is the result of improper circulation of qi.

“Headaches and migraines may be common but they are not normal and no one should have to live with them. They should be taken seriously because they could be signaling a problem elsewhere in the body,” says Family Care Acupuncture’s Licensed Acupuncturist Toni Brewer.

Using the classical Oriental Medicine diagnosis process to pinpoint the root cause of headaches, Family Care Acupuncture provides pain relief and strategies for overall wellness. The location of the pain can reveal the origin of the headache and explain symptoms that often accompany that type of imbalance. For example, pain in the forehead could be originating from issues with the spleen, which can cause worry, brain fog, indigestion, nausea, tiredness and a heavy head, arms or legs.

Acupuncture is an ancient system that is effective, noninvasive, compatible with other therapies and backed by modern research. Using protocols to protect their patients and staff from COVID-19, Family Care Acupuncture treats patients for overall wellness, stress relief, pain management, weight loss, fertility, smoking cessation and more.

In-Home, End-of-Life Care Available for Pets

EverLoved Veterinary provides end-of-life care for geriatric and terminally-ill pets in the comfort of their homes within the Mobile and Eastern Shore area. Certified in veterinary medical acupuncture and rehabilitation, owner Dr. Lydia Sullivan developed a passion for working with geriatric and terminally-ill pets while practicing primary care in Florida.

“I found my work with end-of-life and euthanasia patients to be sacred. Yes, it’s sad and heartbreaking, but I am honored and grateful for clients who trust me with that event in their lives,” she says.

End-of-life care is dedicated to keeping patients comfortable and mobile for as long as possible without invasive treatments. Symptoms are managed with therapeutic modalities such as massage therapy, acupuncture, exercises, medications, supplements and environmental adjustments. Initial home visits last around an hour to assess the patient’s condition and living environment, and thoroughly discuss expectations and a treatment plan with the human family members.

Sullivan notes, “Though caring for a geriatric or terminally-ill loved one is a very personal experience, it is not one you have to face alone—I’m here for the entire family. Together we formulate a manageable plan for both day-to-day and long-term care.”

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The lymphatic system serves as the body’s natural waste removal system to filter out viruses and toxins, therefore its function plays an important role in overall wellness.

To boost the performance of lymph nodes and the immune system, electro-lymphatic therapy offers a painless, noninvasive form of preventative care.

“When working optimally, lymph nodes can attack viruses and detoxify the body, but if they become overloaded, they become backed up. When lymph fluid becomes slower and stagnant, it gets thick, causing inflammation which can lead to disease and sickness,” says certified lymphatic therapist Carolyn Olson.

With a background in nursing and a decade of experience as a certified clinical thermographer, Olson focuses on holistic care and serves clients in nine Gulf Coast locations from Louisiana to Florida. Her electro-lymphatic device uses light and sound frequencies to break up congested fluid and foster its flow toward the lymph nodes. “A lot of clients say they feel so relaxed that they feel like they’ve had a massage,” Olson says of the sessions, which last about an hour.

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Independent Daphne Pharmacy Provides Traditional and Alternative Solutions In August, By the Bay Pharmacy + Wellness, in Daphne, is offering $10 off purchases of $30 or more (see coupon, page 35). Owned by two local, female pharmacists, Dr. Sarah Siefert and Dr. Christina Bond, this independent pharmacy provides a quiet, wellness-focused environment.

“We offer traditional pharmacy services while embracing alternative solutions that are frequently overlooked or dismissed by traditional pharmacy settings,” says Bond. “Our pharmacy is healthfocused and personal, not commercial. We care for you like family and we treat you like a person, not a prescription.”

Prescriptions are often filled while you wait and most major insurance plans are accepted.

Customers can also shop for a broad selection of health products including high quality supplements Owners Dr. Sarah Siefert and and immunity-boosting products, pure CBD oil, Dr. Christina Bond locally-made elderberry syrup and honey, healthy energy drinks, art, toys and more. All items are available in-store and via drive-thru.

Delivery options are also available.

“We look forward to helping others achieve optimal wellness, whether that includes traditional pharmaceuticals out of necessity or utilizing non-traditional or alternative options entirely,” says Bond. “We want to meet patients where they are and improve how they feel in the most sensible way for that patient.”

Location: 28720 US-98, #2, Daphne, AL. For more information, call 251-206-8999 or visit ByTheBayPharmacy.com. See ad, page 35.

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Thrive Relocates to New Studio Space Thrive Yoga & Massage has moved up the road to a new location just south of 104 at 21883 AL-181. They are offering Natural Awakenings readers discounts from their new space.

Group yoga classes are not being offered at this time, but private lessons, yoga therapy and small group instruction are available.

Traditional table massage and Thai yoga massage (which incorporates gentle, assisted stretching and postures) sessions are also offered via online booking.

Readers can enjoy $10 off all sessions with the mention of Natural Awakenings.

Thrive still has a wide variety of CBD products available which can help with inflammation, stress, anxiety and other conditions. Receive 20 percent off online CBD purchases at ThriveFairhope.com/shop with the code “TwentyOff”. Curbside pickup is available.

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health briefs

Eat Spuds for Muscle Protein

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The more a couple shares affectionate hugs, kisses and cuddles, the more satisfied they are in the marriage, a new study from the State University of New York at Binghamton shows. It tested 184 heterosexual couples on the effects of non-sexual intimate touching like holding hands or cuddling while watching TV rather than actions intended to lead to sex. The more affection the couples routinely experienced, the more they felt satisfied with their partners’ touch, even if they had “avoidant attachment styles” and ordinarily were more reserved with physical displays of affection. “Interestingly, there’s some evidence that holding your partner’s hand while you’re arguing de-escalates the argument and makes it more productive,” says lead author Samantha Wagner.

The potato, a perennial favorite deemed nutritionally lackluster, can be a source of high-quality protein that helps to maintain muscle, reports the journal Nutrients. Researchers from Canada’s McMaster University, in Ontario, gave young, healthy women either a placebo or a pudding made with potato protein isolate that doubled the amount of protein the women typically consumed daily. The study found that the potato protein increased the rate at which the women’s muscles produced new protein.

“This study provides evidence that the quality of proteins from plants can support muscle,” says Sara Oikawa, lead author of the study.

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Avoid Toxic Chemicals to Prevent Celiac Disease

Eat More Fiber for a Longer Life Eating the right kind of fiber lowers the risk of death from multiple causes, reports a new study in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. Researchers from the University of Toronto followed more than 92,924 Japanese people 45 to 74 years old for nearly 20 years and found men that ate higher levels of dietary fiber had a 23 percent reduced risk of death compared to those that ate the least dietary fiber; the figure was 18 percent for women.

The more dietary fiber people ate, the less likely they were to die from cardiovascular or respiratory diseases and injuries; it also protected against cancer mortality in men, but not women.

Fiber from fruits, beans and vegetables, but not from cereals, was linked to lower mortality.

Children and young adults diagnosed with celiac disease have been found with elevated blood levels of toxic chemicals found in pesticides, nonstick cookware and fire retardants, reports a new study from the New York University Grossman School of Medicine published in Environmental Research. Researchers analyzed levels of toxic chemicals in the blood of 30 children and young adults ages 3 to 21 after being diagnosed with celiac disease. They compared those results to those of 60 other young people of similar age, sex and race.

Girls with higher than normal exposure to pesticides known as dichlorodiphenyldichloroethylenes were at least eight times more likely to have celiac disease. If they had elevated levels of perfluoroalkyls (nonstick chemicals found in products like Teflon), they were five to nine times more likely to have the disease. Boys were twice as likely to receive a celiac diagnosis if they had elevated blood levels of polybrominated diphenyl ethers (fire-retardant chemicals).

Dirt Can Help Heal Wounds

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Dirt has specific healing properties for wounds, new research from the University of British Columbia has found. The study published in Blood Advances reported that the presence of soil in wounds helps activate a blood protein known as coagulation factor XII that kicks off a rapid chain reaction helping trigger the formation of a plug, sealing the wound and limiting blood loss. “Excessive bleeding is responsible for up to 40 percent of mortality in trauma patients. In extreme cases and in remote areas without access to health care and wound-sealing products like sponges and sealants, sterilized soil could potentially be used to stem deadly bleeding following injuries,� says senior author Dr. Christian Kastrup. The study was done with sterilized dirt; unsterilized dirt poses a risk of infection.

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Elbow Room

In 2018, the U.S. Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that fossils belonged to mineral rights owners, threatening to put a damper on scientific fossil hunting by paleontologists, but the Montana Supreme Court has now decided that fossils should not be deemed minerals, thereby restoring ownership of two dinosaurs buried together to the landowners, as had been customary in the past. A year after buying their property, Mary Anne and Lige Murray, along with a private fossil hunter, found an impressive array of specimens, including a complete Tyrannosaurus rex skeleton. Scientists like David Polly, an Indiana University paleontologist and past president of the Society of Vertebrate Paleontology, had warned that tying fossils to mineral rights would make it harder to get permission to excavate them and put the ownership of fossils already on display into doubt. They also feared that distinctive fossils would be purchased by private collectors, denying access to the public and researchers.

All over the world, plants and animals are increasingly threatened by human activities and habitat encroachment. A 2019 study published in Science News estimates that 1 million species face extinction within decades. The natural world makes the planet livable by cleaning the air, filtering water, cycling carbon dioxide and pollinating crops. To impede biodiversity loss, governments are working to set aside more space for natural habitats. The UN Convention on Biodiversity (Tinyurl.com/Post2020GlobalFramework), which is now under consideration, seeks to designate 30 percent of land and sea as protected by 2030 and 50 percent by 2050 in order to revive ecosystems and safeguard the diversity of species on Earth.

Humans have altered more than three-quarters of Earth’s surface, and of the 14 terrestrial biomes, such as tropical rainforest, tundra or desert, eight retain less than 10 percent of undeveloped wilderness, according to a 2016 study in Current Biology. Many species have already vanished.

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Some Animals Garner Lion’s Share of Conservation Donations

Sarah Papworth, a conservation biologist at the University of London, and artist Rory McCann designed a menagerie of imaginary beasts to find out which animals people were most willing to support. “Donations are really key to a lot of institutions,” says Diogo Veríssimo, a conservation biologist with the nonprofit San Diego Zoo Global. “Without them, many of the largest conservation organizations would struggle to survive.” It is common knowledge that people favor those they find adorable—tigers over turtles, for instance—but no one knows exactly which physical and nonphysical features motivate donors. From all the different body shapes, sizes, colors, eye positions and furriness, hundreds of past conservation donors ranked the imaginary species. Animals that were larger and more colorful were most likely to solicit donations, as reported in Conservation Letters. But it turns out that cuteness is not the only thing that matters, because the formula doesn’t account for the impact of popular culture. A study in Poland found that proboscis monkeys, once labeled the world’s ugliest primate, received a surge in donations through crowdfunding after starring in popular memes poking fun at their appearance. Maybe there really is no such thing as bad publicity.

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Bumblebees Chew Leaves to Hasten Pollen Production

When trying to establish colonies in early spring, bees rely on flower pollen as a protein source for raising their young. Consuelo De Moraes, a chemical ecologist and entomologist at Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zurich, in Switzerland, reported in Science that at least three species of bumblebees use their mouth parts to snip little confetti bits out of plant foliage, and that the biting gets more widespread when there’s a pollen shortage. Experiments show that mustard and tomato plants nibbled by Bombus terrestris bees bloomed earlier than unbitten plants by days or weeks.

In a caged-bee test, bumblebees trapped with non-blooming plants were more likely to poke holes in foliage after three days without pollen than a bee group buzzing among plentiful flowers.

When researchers switched the bees’ situations, those trapped without blooms started nibbling leaves, too. Professor of Biology Dave Goulson, at the University of Sussex, in England, says, “I can imagine that hungry bees unable to find flowers might try biting leaves in desperation.”

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Tropical Forests Face Climate Change Risk

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Tropical forests remove and absorb carbon from the atmosphere as they grow, and researchers estimate that despite current deforestation levels, they still hold more carbon than civilization has generated by burning coal, oil and natural gas over the past 30 years. But as trees stressed by heat and drought due to global warming die and release their carbon, their ability to act as reservoirs will diminish. A global team of more than 200 researchers led by tropical ecologist Oliver Phillips, of Leeds University, measured more than half a million trees in 813 forests in 24 countries to calculate how much carbon the different forests now store, based on the height, diameter and species of each tree. Their research, published in Science, also looked at how carbon storage varied from place to place using data from 590 long-term monitoring plots. If warming reaches 2° C above preindustrial levels, the study found huge swaths of the world’s tropical forests will begin to lose more carbon than they accumulate. Already, the hottest forests in South America have reached that point.

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The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) is spending $230 million this fiscal year to start building two new prototype nuclear reactors over the next seven years as part of an Advanced Reactor Demonstration Program. Both will be built in equal partnership with an industrial firm and could receive up to $4 billion in funding from the DOE. Commercial nuclear generators supply 20 percent of U.S. electrical power and 50 percent of our carbonfree energy. The inventory comprises 96 reactors, down from 113 in the early 1990s. More reactors are slated to close, and the nuclear industry’s share of the electricity supply is expected to fall, yet engineers continue to develop designs for reactors they say will be safer and more efficient. Proponents of nuclear power doubt the program will spur construction of new commercial reactors as long as natural gas and renewable energy remain relatively cheap.

Robert Rosner, a physicist at the University of Chicago, says, “New builds can’t compete with renewables.”

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Embracing Differences in Utopia Fairhope’s Diverse History and Hope for Change

by Meredith Montgomery In 1894, a group of Iowa progressives arrived on the eastern shore of Mobile Bay to establish a utopian single tax colony. Believing that their plan had a “fair hope” of success, the Fairhope Single Tax Colony was founded, generating support from across the country and attracting an eclectic population of industrious, creative and free-thinking people. Meanwhile, the area (known as Tatumville) was already inhabited by a diverse population that arrived more than 30 years earlier, including many former slaves looking to enjoy their newfound freedom.

THE HISTORY “It was a great area because there were no plantations, it was right on the bay with good fishing and there was good soil,” says Thelma Young Todd, co-producer of the documentary Celebrating the African-American Heritage of Fairhope, Alabama and retired research librarian. Her great-great grandparents moved to Fairhope in 1865 and along with their six children they cleared 15 acres, built buildings, planted gardens and orchards and raised livestock.

According to historian Paul M. Gaston, when the single taxers arrived in 1894, they were trapped in a compromise of principle.

Their hope was that by making land common property, they would eliminate poverty and foster cooperative individualism. They wanted equality for all in their “model community”, but feared that doing so “would likely mean destruction of the colony” and therefore determined that Fairhope Single Tax Colony property was for whites only. As a civil rights activist and the grandson of Fairhope’s founder, Gaston wrote, “The compromise was perhaps made easier by the belief that, at bottom, racial prejudice was a function of economic injustice and that, insofar as the Fairhope demonstration might help to point the way to a better economic order, it was hastening the day when racism might disappear.”

Gaston wrote extensively about Todd’s widowed great-great grandmother, Nancy Lewis, who was asked to move from her 40-acre homestead (where Coastal Community College is now located) because of her race. She had been paying taxes on the property but did not have a deed and in 1895, Fairhope Single Tax Colony paid her for the improvements she made to the land.

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“If something happens to someone we don’t really know, we may have emotional reactions to their needs, but when we become friends with someone, we’re more inclined to seek justice because we stand up for people we know and care about.”

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Her family was able to purchase 40 acres (this time with a legal deed) where Thomas Hospital now stands, 20 of which were in Nancy’s name. Gaston’s grandfather spoke about starting a single tax colony in the black community, but action was never taken.

The colonists continued acquiring land until the 1950s but the patchwork of property was limited by what they could afford and what was for sale. Today, Fairhope Single Tax Corporation still owns about 4,500 acres which is about 20 percent of Fairhope, and anyone can become a member and/or buy a house on colony land.

Fairhope African American ladies who lunch circa 1905

THE HOPE In 2016, Fairhope resident Sally Smith felt called to act locally in response to the divisiveness of the country as she battled cancer. Bringing together a diverse set of friends, Smith fostered candid conversations about the detrimental impacts of racial bias and predispositions. Ideas for heightened communication and collaboration developed, eventually leading to the formation of Hope Community—a multicultural and multiracial organization that brings people together to unite as one human race.

Paramount to Hope Community’s vision is the forging of friendships between people who are different from each other.

“If something happens to someone we don’t really know, we may have emotional reactions to their needs, but when we become friends with someone, we’re more inclined to seek justice because we stand up for people we know and care about,” says Cynthia “Maggie” Mosteller, a founding member.

All labels are put aside so the group can pursue equitable justice in a nonpartisan way. Graham says, “We seek joy together and wrap ourselves in the mosaic fabric of what makes us different, understanding and embracing those differences over coffee, lunch, in each other’s homes. Where I’m from, my political party, where I worship—all of that is put aside to become a human race.”

Nancy Lewis' grandchildren

THE WORK In addition to socializing, there is an educational aspect to the group’s gatherings, which often feature keynote speakers, workshops and film screenings. Most meetings take place at Page and Palette in downtown Fairhope and are attended primarily by adults (but all ages are welcome to engage) and most of the 150 members are white.

“One of the reasons we got together is to make African Americans feel welcome in town. They started this community but they have been left out, and that’s what we want to change now. We want all people to feel welcome in Fairhope,” Mosteller says.

Years ago, there were gathering places that African Americans could call their own, but that is not the case today and many don’t feel comfortable coming downtown. Attending a Hope Community meeting was the first time in years that some of Graham’s family members came into town and felt accepted.

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When Graham started dating his wife, who is white, he recalls that they were both warned by members of their own families that interracial dating could be dangerous. “It’s because of the generation they came from and what they witnessed. But nothing like that crossed my mind growing up in the ‘90s. These types of things are what make it a challenge and so we try to bring people together in a central place to share stories and conversations,” Graham says.

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“Sally believed a black person should have leadership in this so she asked me to lead. I felt like I could be a liaison for both sides,” says fifth generation Fairhopian and Hope Community director Shawn Graham. “We were thirsty for a judgment-free zone to spend time with those different from us. We learned a lot from each other and we wanted to make an impact on the local community.”

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BLACK HISTORY RESEARCH GROUP FORMS Most of what can be found about the story of Fairhope focuses on those who arrived in 1894 with little information on the people who were already here when the single taxers arrived. Inspired by this fact, the Fairhope-Area Black History Research Club held an inaugural meeting at Fairhope’s Museum of History in February. Former museum director Darby Ulery assembled the group which comprised 11 diverse individuals, representing four generations, including long-time Fairhope residents, more recent-comers, two children and two high school students.

“The two Fairhope High School students are also part of the Jr. City Council. One of their classmates had come to the museum looking for black history information and I said ‘Actually, we need you all to help us create it.’ They took it seriously and were really excited,” says Ulery.

The club is a casual organization and their mission is to “help document, preserve, research and highlight information to educate the community about the rich history, impact of black families and colorful blend of diversity that creates what is known today as Fairhope, Alabama.”

They do not wish to duplicate the current efforts of other organizations such as libraries and municipal committees but instead seek to fill a niche not currently being addressed with regards to searching for and organizing information, sparking new conversations and engaging in educational endeavors.

Hope Community Prayer Gathering Todd, who is also a Hope Community member and on the Fairhope Museum advisory board, frequents restaurants and shops regularly with friends but says, “The majority of the black community views downtown as a tourist town with tourist prices. And remember, African Americans only make up a small group of the population.”

According to 2016 Census estimates, 91.8 percent of Fairhope’s population identifies as white and 5.2 percent as African American. To encourage more black citizens to participate, Hope Community meets outside of downtown at churches and black-owned businesses when possible, but they’ve also developed actionable programs to engage the African American community. The group provides tutoring and ACT prep for students and helps the homeless and incarcerated.

“We help folks coming out of broken homes, athletes with a desire to succeed but don’t have a stable home life. We leverage the skills of our members who have taught at higher levels to provide these students academic support,” Graham explains. “We also provide summer camps for at-risk youth to improve emotional intelligence and to get them away from their dayto-day life. We want to show them that

something better exists and get them thinking about what they can do to make a positive impact.”

THE FUTURE “The time is now to engage,” says Graham, who notes they’d like to see more young people at their meetings because of their unique perspective. But the caveat is Hope Community’s minimal online presence. You won’t find a website for them in a Google search and only a closed group exists on Facebook. Anyone can request an invitation to join, but the page is in place primarily to communicate about upcoming meetings.

“We feel like social media has a negative impact on what could otherwise be a healthy dialogue on a local level,” Graham explains. “We are very local and what we do is 99 percent in-person.”

Yet word spread of their memorial procession and prayer gathering in June which garnered them some extra visibility.

Approximately 400 people peacefully marched through downtown Fairhope to South Beach Park, where several hundred more folks joined the group for inspiring words and prayers by four different faith communities. The Hope Community event was held in partnership with the mayor and police department in memory of George

Plans to meet monthly were put on hold by the global health pandemic but inperson meetings will resume once it’s safe to do so. To get involved and learn more, email FairhopeResearch@gmail.com.

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Floyd and all the people of color who have suffered from racism and injustice.

“We wanted to show that we all care about people no matter their race and that when someone is hurt at the very bottom, it impacts everybody. We have to care about the disenfranchised and those downtrodden in our local society.

Think about if all situations were handled with empathy 50 to 150 years ago… We’re effecting that critical thinking on a daily basis and it forces us to go out and take action,” Graham says.

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As Todd continues to trace her family’s history, she’s eager to see what 2020 Census estimates reveal about the size of Fairhope’s African American population. “I’m afraid that in 20 years there will be an even smaller population of African Americans.

That will be a shame because the history is going to be gone when the people are gone, and the history was rich.”

Graham challenges his kids to do research on their own about black history. Since they are half white and half black, their conversations on race are always robust at home. “Those deep conversations and open forums inside the household are just as important as the conversations we’re having at our meetings,” he says. “We don’t want people to be afraid of each other. The fear is of the unknown and we don’t want there to be an unknown—we want to bring light into the darkness.”

To get involved in Hope Community, email CynMosteller@peoplepc.com.

This is the second article of Natural Awakenings’ new Diverse Conversations department. Each month we will continue this interracial dialogue about diversity, empathy and inclusion of all people, while spotlighting people of color in our local community.

To read the archives or suggest story ideas, visit HealthyLivingHealthyPlanet.com.

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The city hired a firm to conduct a year-long survey to identify the needs of the South Fairhope African American community which is made up of over 500 households.

In January of 2018, a presentation of the findings revealed that some of the most-mentioned community needs and priorities included sidewalks, traffic control, beautification, opportunities for youth and better representation in government—but residents are not aware of any action that has taken place since.

What do you feel when you gaze up at the night sky, listen to a soul-stirring piece of music or witness an act of great courage or inspiration? What happens in your body, and what emotions arise, when you come faceto-face with these sorts of moments? This feeling—often complete with goosebumps and a shiver down the spine—is known as awe. And as it turns out, this underappreciated and often misunderstood emotion just might hold the key to a happy, meaningful and healthy life.

Although we might think of awe as a rare experience, awe-inspiring moments are all around us. We don’t have to climb to the summit of Mount Everest or stand atop the Eiffel Tower to reap the many benefits of awe. Instead, we can learn to notice the changing colors of the leaves, truly see the joy in a child’s eyes or allow ourselves to be uplifted by the kindness of a stranger.

When we do, it not only feels good in the moment—it actually can change life in lasting and profound ways. In fact, cutting-edge research has shown that awe holds many benefits, ranging from improved mental health, stronger immune systems, increased compassion, strengthened social bonds and much more. In short, the moments that make us go, “Wow!” can be the very moments that lastingly change our lives for the better.

Here are some ways we can find more awe in our daily life: Seek out nature: Connect to the natural world, even by just visiting a local park, and notice the beauty all around.

Appreciate the good: Slow down and appreciate the small stuff—the aroma of morning coffee, time with loved ones, having a roof over our heads or even just the breath.

Look for inspiration: The current challenges around the world have also shown some of the best of humanity. Spend time learning about the people making a difference and experience a sense of awe through their courage.

Expand the mind: Learning about mind-expanding topics like astronomy, the human brain or anything else that captures the imagination can be a great way to harness a feeling of awe.

Foster connection: The next time we’re with the people we love, take a moment to appreciate how awe-inspiring it is to have the capacity to love and forge bonds the way that we do.

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A 2016 study in Complementary Therapies in Medicine found that meditative walking for 30 minutes three times a week reduced arterial stiffness and the stress hormone cortisol in a 12-week period. Individuals with Type 2 diabetes also had healthier blood sugar levels. Further, the group that employed mindful walking exhibited significant improvement compared to the control group that engaged in regular, non-meditative walking.

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Like seated meditation, meditative walking fosters mind-body awareness that can nourish the spirit. “Some of the world’s greatest artists, like Johann Sebastian Bach and William Blake, were well aware of this, and spent much time on long walks exploring their inner worlds,” says Reino Gevers, of Majorca, Spain. The author of Deep Walking for Body, Mind and Soul, he sees walking meditation as an invitation to tap into the bigger matrix of life. “Deep walking, also pilgrimage walking, is spending time alone in nature to walk off the things that are weighing heavy on your shoulders. These could be hurtful and traumatic events like the loss of a family member, divorce or financial loss. While practicing mindful walking, there is a reconnection to the natural rhythm of life.”

The health benefits of walking, such as stress reduction, improved joint mobility, lower blood pressure and increased oxygen, are well known, but walking or hiking with a meditative focus offers some other unexpected perks. Mindful walking that fosters focus on each step can combat depression, anxiety and unhealthy food cravings by boosting neurotransmitters. Studies from the University of Exeter, in England, reveal that chocolate cravings and consumption are reduced after just a 15-minute walk, and a German study found overweight people that walked briskly for 15 minutes had less desire for sugary snacks.

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Meditative walking calms the amygdala, the portion of the brain that can become hyper-reactive from trauma and keep us in the loop of anxiety. Introduced to meditative walking by a spiritual teacher, Carolyn Sinclair, in Houston, found deep healing from depression after a devastating divorce. “Even though I knew tai chi, qigong and sitting meditation, I couldn’t lift my head off the pillow, couldn’t sleep and wasn’t eating,” says Sinclair, who relinquished all medications after six months of taking mindful steps.

Today, she blogs at Walking-Meditation. com and attributes her capacity to feel joy and her improved emotional resilience to the practice. “We cannot stay in sitting meditation all day long, and life will always throw us a curve ball,” she says. “Walking meditation allows us to be in the world, but not attached to the chaos and drama. This form of meditation helps train the mind to reside in the present moment during our everyday activities.”

RESETTING BODY AND SOUL Going for a mindful walk can cultivate sensory nuance, especially to changing angles of sunlight and the dance of turn-

ing seasons. Psychologist Hugh O’Donovan, in Cork, Ireland, the author of M indful Walking: Walk Your Way to Mental and Physical Well-Being, says, “The body is a powerful instrument of connection. It appears too simple, but this is a necessary aspect of mindful walking for the beginner right through to the more experienced practitioner. It is in this slowing down that you begin to notice.” In 2015, he traversed the entire length of his native country and was reminded, he says, that “In this mindful walking space, the world can come

alive at every sensory level. You can see the colors, the textures, the contrasts, the shade, the magic.”

Gevers concurs, “There is a major difference in just walking for exercise and deep walking. When you do mindful walking, you open your senses to the world around you. What do you smell, hear and feel?”

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n Avoid headphones or music whenever possible. With mindfulness, you will be tapping into the music of your sole/soul and experience peace and tranquility.

O’Donovan, whose mantra is, “Show up, slow down and notice”, inspires us all when he says, “You might think, ‘I’ve seen grass a million times; I know grass,’ but this limits the possibility to know in a deeper way. Grass is not just grass when you walk mindfully.”

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DOES THE BLACK LIVES MATTER MOVEMENT FEEL DIFFERENT THAN OTHER MOMENTS IN OUR HISTORY? Yes. This is a transformational moment. So many different types of folks are coming together in large numbers, not just in our country, but across the planet, saying that change has to happen and we have to eliminate systemic racism and discrimination.

They want the 21st century to look like the 21st century, and not something from the 1950s or the 1940s or even the 1960s.

HOW CAN WE KEEP THE MOMENTUM GOING? By bringing all kinds of different folks together, building authentic coalitions that are rooted in change, harvesting the energy of this moment and making sure that the right types of legislation—whether at the federal, state, county or local level— are reflective of what people are asking for. Then we focus on getting engaged in the civic process—voting.

Dr. King said, “I cannot pass legislation to make you love me, but I can pass legislation to stop you from lynching me.” When we fast forward that to today, we can pass legislation that addresses social ills, disparities and other egregious types of behaviors. We can also make sure that our organizations are representative of what America looks like—in our hiring practices and on our boards—and make sure that our philanthropic organizations are moving in the right direction where they are helping to fund and support folks who are doing this transformative work. It really is a holistic set of actions.

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I see many artists and entertainers who are getting engaged in an effective way, and they have the ability to reach so many folks. Even more critical are the thousands upon thousands of incredible young leaders who are pushing, willing to put their bodies on the line, creating their own organizations and investing their time to make real change happen.

I see people at the local and state level changing laws that have been entrenched for decades. I see organizations that would not normally see themselves in these types of conversations or actions saying, “You are right. I apologize for not being here sooner, but we’re going to do everything we can now to stand in solidarity with this change that’s happening.” My hope is anchored in the fact that people are already doing the work and we’re seeing fruits from the seeds that people planted sometimes hundreds of years ago, but definitely decades ago.

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No-Waste Garden Edibles Ways to Maximize Your Garden’s Bounty

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Several common vegetables are edible from leaf to root, including broccoli, beets, chard and radishes, says Josh Singer, a garden specialist with the U.S. Department of Parks and Recreation, in Washington, D.C., who teaches classes on “alternative edibles” from the garden. “One of my favorite recipes is a hummus made with chard stalks in place of chickpeas. It’s so creamy and delicious.”

Singer also cites borage, passionflower and squash flowers as favorite floral foods.

“Unfortunately, it does mean making a hard choice between having beautiful flowers in your garden and eating them,” he adds. “It can also mean the plant not producing fruit or vegetables, but you can hand-pollinate female flowers in the case of squash and just use the male flowers for cooking. They make delicious fritters.”

“Food foraged from your backyard is fresher, tastier and cheaper than store-bought food,” says Ellen Zachos, the Santa Fe author of Backyard Foraging: 65 Familiar Plants You Didn’t Know You Could Eat. “There is also the novelty factor. People don’t expect to be served a BBQ sauce made from cra24

bapples or a curd made with flowering quince fruit. You simply can’t buy those flavors.”

Many plants and trees commonly thought of as being ornamental have edible parts.

Hostas are a common one that Zachos loves to nibble on as much as the deer do. “You can harvest at a couple stages: First, when spears are poking up and the leaves have not unfurled. A little later in the season, you can blanch them and put in a stir fry or quiche, or roast them as you would asparagus,” explains Zachos.

Lindsay-Jean Hard, a food writer in Ann Arbor, Michigan, and author of Cooking with Scraps: Turn Your Peels, Cores, Rinds, and Stems into Delicious Meals, points out some common fruits with edible greens.

Strawberry greens can be used to make a pesto or flavor water. Tomato leaves can flavor a tomato sauce (sparingly, as they pack a strong taste)—a tip found in Harold McGee’s On Food and Cooking: The Science and Lore of the Kitchen.

Roses are another multipurpose ornamental, with organically grown rose petals making aromatic additions to sweet or spicy treats.

Leaving the roses to decay after the first frost rather than dead-heading them yields rose hips rich in vitamin C for teas and jams.

Carrot tops and celery leaves also make great pesto, says Tama Matsuoka Wong, a New Jersey forager, chef and author of Foraged Flavor: Finding Fabulous Ingredients in Your Backyard or Farmer’s Market. While pea shoots have gotten to be a trendy

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Most gardens are loaded with delicious, nutritious food that goes uneaten and overlooked, from edible greens like sweet potato leaves to flavorful flowers like tulips, marigolds and wisteria. Getting better acquainted with the edible parts of common backyard plants opens up a world of culinary possibilities. With continued concerns around potential exposure to COVID-19, maximizing a garden’s bounty while minimizing trips to the grocery store is an added benefit.

Marie Viljoen, author of Forage, Harvest, Feast: A Wild-Inspired Cuisine cookbook, has one tip for daylilies (Hemerocallis fulva) that overagressively multiply: eat them.

“Daylilies are nose-to-tail eating: their tender, cooked shoots are as melt-in-yourmouth as leeks, and their firm, underground tubers are delicious snacks, raw or cooked.

I like to roast them with olive oil, like minihome fries,” says the New York City forager, instructor and chef. “Their buds are juicy snacks and their open, fresh flowers are edible—and stunning in a salad—but so are the older, dried flowers, the so-called ‘golden needles’ that one can sometimes find in Chinese stores.” Viljoen cautions that a small percentage of people have a bad reaction to daylilies, and they should be eaten in moderation, especially when trying them for the first time.

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item on many menus, Wong says they have long been an off-menu item at Chinese restaurants. “You won’t find it on the menu, but Chinese people eat pea shoots instead of beans all winter long, often stir fried with sesame oil, garlic and bamboo shoots.”

recipes The night before making the hummus, put the chickpeas in a large bowl, cover them with at least twice their volume of water and leave to soak overnight at room temperature.

Leaving a plant like cilantro to bolt and flower not only feeds pollinators, but also provides free spices at the season’s end, says Singer. Simply let cilantro dry on the stalk, then gather the seed pods for homeharvested coriander seeds. Letting annuals go to seed (and saving the seeds) provides the start for next year’s food plot.

April Thompson is a freelance writer in Washington, D.C. Connect at AprilWrites.com.

photo by Penny De Los Santos

Many scrappy cooks know to use garden produce that fails to ripen before the season ends or bolts too soon. Singer uses unripe tomatoes to make green tomato chili, muffins and bread, whereas Hard likes working with flowers from bolted herbs and greens, including arugula, basil, chives, chervil, kale, sage, rosemary and others. “I mainly use them as garnishes, but every year, I make a batch of chive blossom vinegar,” she says.

Kale Stem Hummus Yields: 6-8 servings

1 cup dried chickpeas 1 tsp baking soda Stems from 1 bunch kale 3 garlic cloves, minced ⅔ cup tahini 1 tsp fine-grain sea salt ⅔ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice Ice water Extra-virgin olive oil for serving

The next day, drain and rinse the chickpeas.

Put them, along with the baking soda, in a medium-size pot over high heat. Stir constantly for about 3 minutes.

Add 6 to 8 cups water until the chickpeas are covered by a few inches, and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium, cover the pot and simmer until the chickpeas are very tender—45 to 60 minutes—checking on them occasionally to skim off any foam on the surface.

Skim off any chickpea skins that float up as well, but there’s no need to try to remove the skins if they don’t come off. They were softened by the baking soda and will blend smoothly into the hummus.

Meanwhile, fill another medium-size pot with water and bring to a boil. Add the kale stems and cook until they are very tender, 30 to 45 minutes. Drain them.

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Blend the kale stems, garlic and tahini in a food processor, scraping down the sides as necessary until well blended.

With a sharp knife, slit some of the flowers down the middle. (Remove the anthers and the pistil if following traditional Chinese preparation.) Top and tail the peapods if they have strings. Split half of them down the middle to expose the peas. photo by Penny De Los Santos

Once the chickpeas are cooked, drain them, add them to the kale stem mixture in the food processor along with the salt and lemon juice, and process until smooth.

Add 2 tablespoons of ice water and process until the hummus is very smooth and creamy, about 5 minutes. Add up to 2 additional tablespoons, one at a time, and process again as necessary.

To serve, spoon into a shallow bowl and drizzle with olive oil.

Note: The hummus can be stored in the refrigerator for 3 to 5 days or frozen for up to 3 months. After thawing frozen hummus, we might need to adjust the seasoning—taste and add salt and lemon juice as necessary.

Also, try this hummus with other scraps like Swiss chard stalks or cauliflower cores. Follow the same cooking method as outlined, boiling until very tender, 15 to 30 minutes.

Recipe courtesy of Cooking with Scraps, by Lindsay-Jean Hard.

Daylily Salad This strikingly beautiful salad marries the sweet crunch of pea pods with crisp orange daylily petals and creamy cheese. Eat the flowers in moderation.

6 daylily flowers (Hemerocallis fulva) 2 cups snap peas or fresh garden peas in pods 2 Tbsp soft goat cheese (can substitute vegan cheese or leave out for a vegan version) 2 tsp toasted sesame oil 1 Tbsp soy sauce 1 Tbsp aged balsamic vinegar 2 field garlic flower heads, separated

Arrange the peas and flowers on a plate. If using cheese, crumble and scatter across the salad. At this point, the salad can be covered and chilled to make it ahead of time.

To serve, drizzle first the sesame oil, then the soy sauce and balsamic vinegar, across the top.

Finish with the field garlic flowers. Serve within 10 minutes.

Recipe and photo courtesy of Forage, Harvest, Feast: A Wild-Inspired Cuisine by Marie Viljoen, (Chelsea Green Publishing).

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HEALING WATERS Hot Baths Rejuvenate Body and Mind

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study published in the Journal of Applied Physiology shows that immersion in hot water counters low-grade inflammation and increases glucose metabolism in individuals unable to exercise.

Hot baths relax muscles by promoting blood circulation through the tissues and prompting the nervous system into a calming parasympathetic mode. Cold-water soaks—preferably in the morning—provide perks that include boosting immunity and increasing depressionzapping endorphins such as dopamine.

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Down to our very cells, water is the foundation of life. In the ancient Greco-Roman world, bathing in hot mineral springs and cool saltwater was a common ritual for better health, and spaces dedicated to baths were considered sacred. Stepping into a warm tub harkens back to the safety of the womb while offering abundant health benefits. Opting for a bath instead of a shower can not only help minimize headaches, insomnia, menstrual cramps, depression and chronic pain, but soothe a burnt-out nervous system. It can also enliven stagnant blood and lymphatic fluids, enabling metabolic waste to be carried out of the body through perspiration.

“Hydrotherapy is used in many natural health systems for a wide variety of ailments from inflammation to nervous system dysfunction and skin conditions. Whether you have access to a bathtub or not, there are many ways you can apply these traditional practices to your own self-care routine,” says Marlene Adelmann, herbalist and founder of the Herbal Academy, in Bedford, Massachusetts.

Whether we step into a full-body tub or a foot basin, water is a balm for the modern spirit bogged down by information overload and world events. “Taking time away in the sanctuary of warm water allows us to slip into a different state of mind and to release the energetic armor we defend ourselves with, as well as recuperate and heal internally,” says Kiva Rose Hardin, herbalist and co-editor of Plant Healer magazine, in New Mexico.

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The skin is our largest organ, and what we put into the bath affects us from the outside-in. Bentonite clay for detoxing and Dead Sea salts for pain are great choices. Studies going back to the 1990s show significant, lasting effects of Dead Sea salts on those with osteoarthritis of the knee, as well as rheumatoid arthritis.

Fortifying the bath with Epsom salts, evaporated sea salt or Himalayan pink salt is highly beneficial.

“Himalayan salt has 84 valuable trace minerals, including potassium, magnesium and sodium. It draws out toxins, cleanses the skin and helps cleanse the body energetically,” says Hellen Yuan, founder of the bath product company Hellen, in Brooklyn.

Adding bundles of fresh or dried herbs or snipping them into sachets can strengthen immune response and provide a welcome antidote to work-related stress. “Aromatic herbs and essential oils are inhaled through our olfactory system and make a beeline to our brains, signaling that it’s time to relax or feel energized,” says Adelmann, who emphasizes practical common sense. “Although flowers and leaves floating in the tub make for lovely social media posts, most household plumbing cannot handle big, bulky plant material. The simplest way to add herbs to a bath is by making a super-concentrated tea.” Hardin concurs, recommending fresh or dried lavender, flowering goldenrod tops, holy basil leaves (tulsi, Ocimum tenuiflorum) or calendula blossoms.

SACRED WATERS Baths are good medicine for both genders.

“Men carry so much stress in their bodies and typically hold in a lot of tension. A good bath brew eases the muscles and replenishes the mind and soul,” says Yuan.

Bathing can be the ultimate sacred offering to the body. From her wood-fired outdoor tub at the edge of a starlit mesa, Hardin advises, “Efforts need not be expensive or time-consuming. Just focused intent will inherently return a sufficient degree of sensuality, magic and beauty to the bath.”

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WHOLE-BODY DENTISTRY Biological Dentists Get to the Root Causes

by Linda Sechrist While the majority of individuals may consider oral health as separate from overall health, the mouth and body are very much connected. Until the late 1970s, this was rarely acknowledged outside a circle of dental professionals, physicians and allied researchers involved in organizations such as the International Academy of Biological Dentistry and Medicine, The International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology (IAOMT) and the Holistic Dental Association.

Dentists associated with these groups favor the use of preventive measures, a minimally invasive approach to dentistry and biocompatibility testing for all materials used in oral health procedures. Their individualized methodology and systemic health method of addressing the root causes frequently includes nutrition and lifestyle, providing patients with a less-toxic and safe experience for their overall health.

An important newcomer to this area is the myofunctional treatment system used in orthodontics for children 5 to 15 years old. Research in this field now points to the real causes for crooked teeth and incorrect jaw development—mouth breathing, tongue thrusting, reverse swallowing and thumb sucking (known as incorrect myofunctional habits), in addition to allergies, asthma and an open-mouth posture.

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EARLY INTERVENTIONS BEYOND CONVENTIONAL SOLUTIONS Jean Marie Nordin, DDS, co-owner of Groton Wellness, in Groton, Massachusetts, added pediatric orthodontics to her practice after learning about early innovative interventions from her mentor, James Bronson, DDS, of Bronson Family Dentistry, in McLean, Virginia. “Our program for children involves a comprehensive evaluation on the first visit. We look at breathing habits, the way their tongue swallows and the function of the muscles. In medicine, we believe that form follows function; therefore, we observe what muscles around the mouth actually do when the individual swallows. It is really the way you breathe

and swallow, as well as how the muscles work, that plays a significant role in where teeth end up and line up,” explains Nordin, who identifies problems in patients between 2 and 5 years old.

“We can start them on a removable Myobrace mouthpiece that can be worn at night and an hour during the day. The mouthpiece begins to change the way the tongue works, waking it up and strengthening it. If a child is born with the physiological problem of a tongue-tie that can’t swallow properly or get up onto the palate, that tongue will never expand the palate like it’s supposed to,” she clarifies.

For chronic mouth-breathers, the face grows long and narrow, which in the long term can cause cardiovascular disease. In the short term, it can cause anxiety, because the nitric oxide receptors located in the nose signal arteries and veins to relax. “A cardiologist knows about this phenomenon,” says Nordin, who notes that the dysfunction can be unwound before a child turns 9.

While early interceptive myofunctional orthodontic treatment methods such as Myobrace appliances have proven effective for children, there’s also good news for adults that suffer from breathing problems which cause sleep apnea, says Nordin, who employs a myofunctional therapist. Orofacial myofunctional therapy is neuromuscular reeducation of the oral facial muscles via a series of exercises that work with the muscles of the lips, tongue, cheeks and other parts of the face.

EARLY INTERVENTION AND ROLE MODELING “Parents can begin playing a pivotal role in how their children care for their teeth, as well as how they feel and behave in the dentist’s office, as early as age 1. I encourage every mother to bring their child to an appointment. They can hold the child in their lap so they can watch me caring for mom’s teeth. Generally, by the time they are alone in my chair, they aren’t frightened,” advises Pentti Nupponen, a doctor of dental medicine and owner of the Halifax Center for Holistic & Cosmetic Dentistry, in Halifax, Pennsylvania.

Chris Kammer, a doctor of dental surgery and owner of Gums of Steel Oral Hygiene Transformation, in Middleton, Wisconsin, also suggests early interceptive treatments for

young children. “Early treatments with removable appliances which expand the arch in the roof dome, influence bone growth and make room for incoming teeth can be performed by general dentists,” says Kammer, who notes that a proper diet may help prevent crowding of teeth, as well as malocclusion, or misalignment, of upper and lower teeth.

GUM AND HEART DISEASE Doctors practicing functional medicine are more likely to refer patients to biological and holistic dentists. Cardiologists are particularly aware of a 2014 American Journal of Preventive Medicine study in which researchers looked at individuals with gum and heart disease. Individuals that received adequate care for gum disease had 10 to 40 percent lower cardiovascular care costs than those who didn’t get proper oral care.

Another study revealed that gum disease increases an individual’s risk of heart disease by approximately 20 percent. Given such evidence, the American Dental Association and American Heart Association have acknowledged the relationship between the two diseases.

By neglecting important ongoing research regarding new and old dental practices, as well as orthodontics, mainstream media has largely left the public in the dark regarding problems associated with root canals, mercury amalgam fillings and some dental implants.

ROOT CANALS, TOOTH EXTRACTIONS AND GUM DISEASE Iveta Iontcheva-Barehmi, owner of Boston Dental Wellness, in Brookline, Massachusetts, takes a holistic and biological approach to dentistry founded on the philosophy that everything within the whole body is connected. “Teeth are related to organs, tissues and glands along the body’s meridians, energy channels through which the life force flows,” says the integrative periodontist, who prefers extracting teeth when necessary and using zirconium implants rather than performing a root canal.

Iontcheva-Barehmi explains, “It’s logical that the connection between the meridians and teeth can indicate an individual’s overall health and wellness. Tooth extractions protect patients from tooth-related disease and systemic infections that can be harmful to overall health. A failing root canal is a chronic abscess around the root of the tooth. It has a

direct connection with the bloodstream and disseminates infection through the whole body. This is the reason why holistic dentists recommend extractions.” She believes the best research on this was done by Weston Price, a Canadian dentist and pioneering nutritionist.

TREATING GUM DISEASE To treat gum disease, Amparo David, DMD, owner of Dentistry by Dr. David and the founder of the TMJ & Sleep Therapy Center of New England, in Bolton, Massachusetts, refers patients to the periodontist she keeps on staff. “I can tell that a patient has internal inflammation by looking at the gums and tongue. Gum disease has been linked to health problems such as diabetes, heart disease, stroke and premature births or lowbirth weight babies,” says David, whose preventive and healing suggestions for healthy gums includes chewable oral probiotics, daily coconut oil pulling, consisting of swishing a tablespoon of oil in the mouth for 15 to 20 minutes to reduce harmful bacteria there and on the teeth. She also recommends an electric toothbrush and a Waterpik. “I suggest adding one or two drops of tea tree oil and iodine to the water in the pick,” notes David, who urges patients to eat less sugar and carbohydrates and more vegetables, proteins and fruits.

“We treat gums with ozone after a deep cleaning because it kills bacteria on contact. Patients maintain healthier gums using ozonated oils twice a day and by using a good toothpaste with no glycerine or fluoride,” says David, who notes that temporomandibular mandibular joint (TMJ) problems are tied to sleep disorders. “Many adolescents have TMJ problems, and sometimes experience this after extraction or retraction orthodontics.”

Despite the slow trickle of related information to the public and the lack of acknowledgement by the majority of dental professionals, these new philosophies and biological dental protocols are definitely improving overall health and wellness. According to the IAOMT, a dentist that chooses to put biocompatibility testing first can look forward to practicing effective dentistry while knowing that patients are being provided with the safest experience for their overall health.

Linda Sechrist is a senior staff writer for Natural Awakenings.

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Sardines and Milk This frozen pet treat will delight both dogs and cats. Not only will they enjoy this treat, but it offers a powerhouse of nutrition. Sardines provide pets with healthy fats such as eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), otherwise known as omega-3 fatty acids. They also provide vitamin D3, B12, coenzyme Q10 and amino acids. Not bad for a small fish.

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Spending quality time with our pets is always a win, especially if it’s in the kitchen. Pet treats can be more than tasty; if we use the right ingredients, they can be downright nutritional. Stop at a favorite local health food store to pick up the ingredients to prepare these easy and cool pet treats.

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Cow’s milk for pets is pretty much a nono. They do not tolerate its high level of alpha-s1-casein protein. Goat’s milk, on the other hand, contains extremely low to no amounts of this protein, and so allows better absorption of the nutrients. Goat’s milk also supplies essential nutrients such as iron, calcium, phosphorus, potassium, vitamin B5 and A, as well as healthy fats, enzymes and minerals, making it a good choice for the liquid component in this frozen treat.

Yields: Depends on size of molds 1 can (3.75 oz) wild-caught sardines in water 1 cup goat’s milk, raw or fermented is best Place the ingredients into a mixer and blend.

Place a silicone ice cube mold on a cookie sheet for support. The smaller the cavities, the better.

1 cup coconut oil ½ cup blackberries ½ cup raspberries 1 Tbsp basil leaves

Pour the mix into the molds and place in the freezer.

Place the coconut oil in a pan over low heat.

Stir until melted and set aside. Place the blackberries, raspberries and basil leaves into a mixer and blend.

Serve one frozen treat to each pet every few days.

Add the melted coconut oil into the mixer and blend ingredients together.

Place a silicone ice cube mold on a cookie sheet for support. The smaller the cavities, the better.

Pour the mix into the molds and place in the freezer.

Once frozen, pop out treats and store in a glass container in the freezer.

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Carrots offer a great crunch. They also are a fine source of betacarotene, vitamin A, fiber and potassium. Not just a calming herb, lavender is also anti-inflammatory and even aids in digestion. Strawberries are fragrant and tasty, and also provide vitamins C and B9 , magnesium and potassium. These sweet fruits are rich in antioxidants.

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SUNDAYS Discounts on Supplements Every Sunday get 15% off supplements at Fairhope Health Foods (251-928-0644) and Virginia’s Health Foods (251-479-3952). 280 Eastern Shore Shopping Center, Fairhope, AL and 3055-A Dauphin St, Mobile, AL. VA-FairhopeHealthFoods.com.

Yoga at Glow Join us for indoor and outdoor classes at our Mobile and Gulf Shores studios plus virtual classes via live stream and YouTube. Glow Yoga, Gulf Shores (251-968-4569) and Mobile (251-725-1140), AL. Glow-Yoga.com.

Yoga at Soul Shine Yoga Hot Power Yoga, Yoga Sculpt, Gentle Yoga and more offered morning and evening. Schedule online.

S o u l S h i n e Yo g a , 1 0 3 B N B a n c r o f t S t , Fairhope, AL.Namaste@TheSoulShineLife.com.

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Open Table Worship Service (United Church of Christ) Progressive Christian worship. Weekly podcast of sermon, song and interview available on our website (under “sermons”) no later than 10am Sunday mornings. 11am gathering for prayer and connection via Zoom. 251-545-1011. Pastor@OpenTableUCC.org.

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Weekend Yoga 2-3pm. Join Chris M, Sarah, Annette, Rebecca, or Lisa as you wind down your weekend and get ready for the busy week ahead - expand the potential of your body while you refresh and renew your spirit. Check the website for schedule rotation.

Synergy Yoga & Pilates, Mobile, AL. 251-473-1104.

Synergyoga@att.net. Synergyoga.net.

Baha’i’s of Fairhope Diversity Devotions 3-5pm. Every 4th Sunday. (Pending social distancing requirements. Join our email list for event updates.) Join us in the coming together of people from diverse religions and backgrounds to celebrate our unity and strengthen the spiritual health of the community. Refreshments served immediately following the shared devotional program. 81 Magnolia Ave, Fairhope, AL. BahaisOfFairhope@gmail.com.

MONDAYS Munchie Mondays Get 10% off CBD edibles at CannaBama: The CBD Store every Monday. Mention Natural Awakenings and get 15% off! Downtown and West Mobile, AL. 251-255-5155. CannaBama@yahoo.com.

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Yoga at Glow Join us for indoor and outdoor classes at our Mobile and Gulf Shores studios plus virtual classes via live stream and YouTube. Glow Yoga, Gulf Shores (251-968-4569) and Mobile (251-725-1140), AL. Glow-Yoga.com.

Yoga at Soul Shine Yoga Hot Power Yoga, Yoga Sculpt, Gentle Yoga and more offered morning and evening. Schedule online. Soul Shine Yoga, 103B N Bancroft St, Fairhope, AL.Namaste@TheSoulShineLife.com.

TheSoulShineLife.com.

Yoga Basics at True 5:45pm. We’ll begin with building foundationslearning spinal alignment, basic poses and principles that are most foundational to yoga. Instructors assist you as you learn and gain knowledge, skill, strength and confidence on your yoga journey. True Mind + Body Wellness, Daphne, AL. 251-250-9440. Hello@ TrueYogaTherapy.com. TrueYogaTherapy.com.

TUESDAYS Yoga at Glow Join us for indoor and outdoor classes at our Mobile and Gulf Shores studios plus virtual classes via live stream and YouTube. Glow Yoga, Gulf Shores (251-968-4569) and Mobile (251-725-1140), AL. Glow-Yoga.com.

Yoga at Soul Shine Yoga Hot Power Yoga, Yoga Sculpt, Gentle Yoga and more offered morning and evening. Schedule online. Soul Shine Yoga, 103B N Bancroft St, Fairhope, AL.Namaste@TheSoulShineLife.com.

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Slow Flow Yoga with Mary Ann 8:30-9:30am. Enjoy Mary Ann Sinde’s zest, grace, and refreshing energy as her slow flow puts you back in touch with your body, restores the mind and leaves you refreshed, energized and focused. Revel in the bliss and embrace the joy as you start the day!

Synergy Yoga & Pilates, Mobile, AL. 251-473-1104.

Synergyoga@att.net. Synergyoga.net.

Praying for Peace Devotional Gathering 2:30-4pm. (Pending social distancing requirements.

Join our email list for event updates.) Inspired by “Women Pray for Peace” by Tess Wacker, participants join the author in the practice of discussing and praying for a means to peace. 54 N Church St, Apt 19, Fairhope, AL. 251-596-1450.

BahaisOfFairhope@gmail.com.

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Core Strength and Stability at True 5:45pm, Tues. 4:30pm, Fri. A vinyasa-based class utilizing breath work to energize the body through progressive sequences to build core strength, build internal heat, and improve stability and balance. True Mind + Body Wellness, Daphne, AL. 251-250-9440. Hello@TrueYogaTherapy.com.

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Yoga Core with Chris G 5:45-7pm. Join Chris Garrett for an energizing blend of Iyengar & Vinyasa yoga, with added emphasis on those hard to work abdominal areas. Recharge the body, soothe the soul & refocus the mind after a long day. Breathe, work, smile, & find joy in the movement! Synergy Yoga & Pilates, Mobile, AL. 251473-1104. Synergyoga@att.net. Synergyoga.net.

WEDNESDAYS Wash Up Wednesdays Get 10% off CBD bath products at CannaBama: The CBD Store every Wednesday. Mention Natural Awakenings and get 15% off! Downtown and West Mobile, AL. 251-255-5155. CannaBama@yahoo. com. CannaBamaCBD.com.

Yoga at Glow Join us for indoor and outdoor classes at our Mobile and Gulf Shores studios plus virtual classes via live stream and YouTube. Glow Yoga, Gulf Shores (251-968-4569) and Mobile (251-725-1140), AL. Glow-Yoga.com.

Yoga at Soul Shine Yoga Hot Power Yoga, Yoga Sculpt, Gentle Yoga and more offered morning and evening. Schedule online. Soul Shine Yoga, 103B N Bancroft St, Fairhope, AL.Namaste@TheSoulShineLife.com.

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Chair Yoga with Patsy Tucker 4:30-5:30pm. Patsy will use chairs and other props to support a modified yoga practice. Also explore breathing techniques and guided meditation for calming the mind. This class is ideal for people uncomfortable practicing on the floor or who need support for balance. Synergy Yoga & Pilates, Mobile, AL. 251-473-1104. Synergyoga@att.net.

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Yoga for Stress Management 4:30pm. A therapist-led, therapeutic yoga class specifically targeting stress and anxiety. We’ll use movement, meditation and yogic sequences to combat the stress response while learning and practicing valuable stress management techniques you can use off the mat! True Mind + Body Wellness, Daphne, AL. 251-250-9440. Hello@ TrueYogaTherapy.com. TrueYogaTherapy.com.

Yoga with Susan Kangal 7:45-8:45am. Join Susan Kangal and start your day with her refreshing energy as she challenges you with a strong emphasis on alignment and focus while still calming the mind. Sink into the moment and experience the bliss - yes! Synergy Yoga & Pilates, Mobile, AL. 251-473-1104. Synergyoga.net.

THURSDAYS Yoga at Glow Join us for indoor and outdoor classes at our Mobile and Gulf Shores studios plus virtual classes via live stream and YouTube. Glow Yoga, Gulf Shores (251-968-4569) and Mobile (251-725-1140), AL. Glow-Yoga.com.

Yoga at Soul Shine Yoga Hot Power Yoga, Yoga Sculpt, Gentle Yoga and more offered morning and evening. Schedule online. Soul Shine Yoga, 103B N Bancroft St, Fairhope, AL.Namaste@TheSoulShineLife.com.

TheSoulShineLife.com.

Sunrise Yoga with Chris G 6-7am. The calendar says HOT, but not at sunrise!

Join Chris Garrett and jump start the morning: charge and revitalize the body, ease stress and focus the mind as you begin the day. Find the joy in the movement. Also on Tuesdays w/Linda Csaszar.

Synergy Yoga & Pilates, Mobile, AL. 251-473-1104.

Synergyoga@att.net. Synergyoga.net.

Yoga for Athletes at True 4:30pm. This class serves as a specialized training supplement for athletes; focus areas include balance and internal stability, functional flexibility, range of motion as well as injury prevention and recovery.

Also appropriate for non-athletes. True Mind + Body Wellness, Daphne, AL. 251-250-9440. Hello@ TrueYogaTherapy.com. TrueYogaTherapy.com.

Deep Stretching at True 5:45pm. Deep stretches and holds along with breath work to improve flexibility and joint health while releasing tension stored in the body. You’ll leave this quiet and satisfying practice with an increased sense of connection and clarity. True Mind + Body Wellness, Daphne, AL. 251-250-9440. Hello@ TrueYogaTherapy.com. TrueYogaTherapy.com.

Yoga with Chris McFadyen 5:45-7pm. Join Chris McFadyen for some energizing yoga as his breath work, asana and flow calms the mind and also enhances and refocuses the body.

Relocate your passion and find your joy and humor; smile after a long day! Synergy Yoga & Pilates, Mobile, AL. 251-473-1104. Synergyoga.net.

FRIDAYS Flower Friday Get 10% off hemp flower at CannaBama: The CBD Store every Friday. Mention Natural Awakenings and get 15% off! Downtown and West Mobile, AL. 251-255-5155. CannaBama@yahoo.com.

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Yoga at Glow Join us for indoor and outdoor classes at our Mobile and Gulf Shores studios plus virtual classes via live stream and YouTube. Glow Yoga, Gulf Shores (251-968-4569) and Mobile (251-725-1140), AL. Glow-Yoga.com.

Yoga at Soul Shine Yoga Hot Power Yoga, Yoga Sculpt, Gentle Yoga and more offered morning and evening. Schedule online. Soul Shine Yoga, 103B N Bancroft St, Fairhope, AL.Namaste@TheSoulShineLife.com.

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Community Yoga Class at True 5:45-6:35pm. Last Friday of each month. Free to attend and donations appreciated benefiting the Suicide Prevention Lifeline. True Mind + Body Wellness, Daphne, AL. 251-250-9440. Hello@ TrueYogaTherapy.com. TrueYogaTherapy.com.

Sunset Yoga for Charity 6-7pm. Check ThriveFairhope.com for COVID-19 updates. Bring your mat to the Fairhope Bluff’s Henry George Park every 2nd and 4th Fridays Mar-Oct, each time for a different charity. Please bring your donation. Class times change with sunset times, classes end in relaxation at sunset overlooking the pier. Henry George Park, Fairhope, AL. 251-929-4020. ThrivingOffice@gmail.com.

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SATURDAYS Super Saturday Get 20% off a surprise CBD item at CannaBama: The CBD Store every Saturday. Downtown and West Mobile, AL. 251-255-5155. CannaBama@yahoo. com. CannaBamaCBD.com.

Yoga at Glow Join us for indoor and outdoor classes at our Mobile and Gulf Shores studios plus virtual classes via live stream and YouTube. Glow Yoga, Gulf Shores (251-968-4569) and Mobile (251-725-1140), AL. Glow-Yoga.com.

Yoga at Soul Shine Yoga Hot Power Yoga, Yoga Sculpt, Gentle Yoga and more offered morning and evening. Schedule online. Soul Shine Yoga, 103B N Bancroft St, Fairhope, AL.Namaste@TheSoulShineLife.com.

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Farmers Market 9am-2pm. Open Saturdays year round.

Coastal Alabama Farmers and Fishermens M a r k e t , 2 0 7 3 3 M i f l i n R d , F o l e y, A L .

251-709-4469. FoleyMarketMgr@gmail.com.

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FRANCHISE OPPORTUNITY – OsteoStrong is looking for motivated, healthconscious individuals to open new franchises in Alabama. Our proven system for success offers an exceptional business opportunity.

More info: 251-210-6955; OsteoStrong.me.

SERVICES METAPHYSICAL SERVICES – Alternate life oracle readings. Psychic readings.

Mediumship reunions. Animal communication. Healing energy. By appointment in Biloxi/Gulfport or remotely by phone/ email. GraceJaeger.com. GJaeger@gmail. com. 612-986-4730.

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TMAC’S HAIR STUDIO

Connecting you to local resources for natural and green living. To find out how you can be included in the directory, email Publisher@ HealthyLivingHealthyPlanet.com or call 251-990-9552.

HEALTHY &

GREEN LIVING

DIRECTORY 2020

Have you picked up the 2020 Healthy & Green Living Directory issue? Contact us to find out where you can find a copy of this expanded edition or read it online at HealthyLivingHealthyPlanet.com.

ACUPUNCTURE

AUDIOLOGY

FAMILY CARE ACUPUNCTURE

NARO AUDIOLOGY

6925 Cottage Hill Rd. Ste C, Mobile, AL 251-644-4127 FamilyCareAcupuncture.com Authentic classical acupuncture and Oriental medicine to boost energy and the immune system. We help with stress, pain and most health conditions. Treatment custom fitted to your needs. See ad, page 9.

ADVANCED WEIGHT LOSS ROBERTSDALE HYPNOSIS

22622 B Hwy. 59 S, Robertsdale, AL 251-274-THIN RobertsdaleHypnosis.com Relax your way to becoming thin, stay that way and never be on a diet again.

Stick With You Guarantee: If you gain weight back, we offer 1 free reinforcement session per month until you’re 100% satisfied. See ad, page 2.

ANIMAL COMMUNICATION 13 MOONS ANIMAL WISDOM

Animal Communication • 702-305-5828 13MoonsAnimalWisdom.com Sessions include a 10-minute introduction phone call, five questions for your pet, an email transcript of animal conversation, energy healing and a 20-minute follow-up phone call. Schedule via website.

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Locations in Fairhope, Foley, Bay Minette and Brewton, AL 251-929-9397 NaroAudiology.com Offering professional audiological services and hearing health care with individualized attention and compassionate care.

Providing hearing devices and evaluations plus balance testing, functional exercise and more for overall wellness. See ad, page 5.

NAUTILUS HEARING

8230 Spanish Fort Blvd., Ste. C Spanish Fort, AL 36527 251-250-7343 NautilusHearingSpanishFort.com Nautilus Hearing Clinic offers a personalized hearing health experience. Let us provide you with a comfortable environment and discuss your hearing needs. Insurance accepted.

Follow us on Facebook: Facebook.com/nautilushearingclinic.

BEAUTY B-BUTTERFLY SALON

103A N. Bancroft St., Fairhope, AL 251-990-9934 BButterflySalon.com

salon offering B-Butterfly Aorganic products

SALON

and services including hair color and shampoo.

Make a difference today in your hair, your life and the Earth. Visit us for a free hair exam today and go organic! See ad, page 21.

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Old Government, Mobile: 251-607-6666 2101 Hwy. 98, Daphne: 251-725-4334 TMACsHairStudio.com A relaxing salon environment that is free of harmful chemicals, impurities and fragrance. Offering hair services, facials and massage with 100% organic products.

Ask us about our new organic smoked tofu! See ad, page 29.

TOUPS AND CO BOUTIQUE AND SPA 70 S. Section St, Unit 3, Fairhope, AL 251-517-7523 Facebook.com/toupsandcospa

A natural beauty boutique offering organic nail, makeup and skincare services. Visit our brand new space featuring stylish recliners, beautiful manicure stations and a facial room equipped for organic hydrofacials. See ad, page 29.

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TruAura Skincare Specialist/Makeup Artist Daphne, AL • 256-508-0389 TruAuraBeauty.com/trubeauty4u Skincare, anti-aging, cosmetics and body care that are pure, clean, safe and effective with zero harmful ingredients. Prebiotic/probioticbased and microbiomefriendly. See ad, page 29.

BODY WORK DYNAMIC THERAPEUTICS

9037 Independence Ave., Ste. A2 Daphne, AL • 251-459-0500 DynamicTherapeutics.net We specialize in medical massage therapy and corrective exercise programming to help people who are in pain regain a better quality of life. Also offering Cryoskin—destroy fat cells permanently. Call for free consultation. See ad, page 23.

BREAST SCREENING

DEMENTIA

FOOD & NUTRITION

THERMOGRAPHY ADVANTAGE

MIND PERFORMANCE CENTER, LLC

FAIRHOPE HEALTH FOODS AND THE SUNFLOWER CAFÉ

FDA registered thermography offers breast screenings that are non-invasive and radiation-free, without compression or bodily contact.

Valuable for detecting early stage breast disease and more. Also offering ElectroLymphatic Therapy. See ad, page 13.

(Located inside Path To Wellness) 240 W. Laurel Ave., Foley, AL 251-597-8787 MindPerformanceCenter.com

Our non-invasive, drug-free approach helps dementia patients that originally scored in the teens on the Montreal Cognitive Assessment be restored to the point of scoring normal (26-30). See ad, page 4.

DEPRESSION

CBD

MIND PERFORMANCE CENTER, LLC

PLANT-BASED WELLNESS DIRECTORY

(Located inside Path to Wellness) 240 W. Laurel Ave., Foley, AL 251-597-8787 MindPerformanceCenter.com

See listings, page 25.

CHURCHES THE BAHÁ’ÍS OF FAIRHOPE 81 Magnolia Ave., Fairhope, AL 251-928-5692 BahaisOfFairhope@gmail.com

Join our gathering of people from diverse religions and backgrounds to celebrate unity and support the spiritual health of the community. Meeting every fourth Sunday. Contact us to learn more.

Offering Deep Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (Brainsway—a proven tool in the fight against depression that is non-invasive, painless and drug-free) with functional medicine and brain pathway rehabilitation for the most robust changes possible. See ad, page 4.

FARMERS MARKETS COASTAL ALABAMA FARMERS & FISHERMENS MARKET

20733 Miflin Rd. (Co. Rd. 20), Foley, AL 251-709-4469 CoastalAlabamaMarket.com

COOKING CLASSES WILDFLOWERS AND FRESH FOOD

Kristin Alpine, RN, BSN 251-656-9112 • WildflowersFreshFood.com Follow us on Facebook and Instagram Offering a simple and colorful approach to cooking, and life!

Interactive and fun cooking classes and private parties for all experience levels, plus free online recipes and cooking videos. See ad, page 27.

Open year round Tuesdays (10am-3pm, Nov-Mar; 2-6pm, Apr-Oct) and Saturdays (9am-2pm). During COVID-19 pandemic, open Saturdays only. Local farms with seasonal produce, meat, eggs, honey, jellies, baked goods, seafood, hand-crafted soaps and more. Follow us! Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest.

280 Eastern Shore Shopping Center 251-928-0644 • Café: 251-929-0055 Va-FairhopeHealthFoods.com Comprehensive health food store and organic café serving the public for 45 years. Extensive supplement selection; organic groceries, produce and meats; bath and body products; bulk bins; pet supplies; baby products and more. See ad, page 10.

VIRGINIA’S HEALTH FOODS AND THE SUNFLOWER CAFÉ II 3055 A Dauphin St., Mobile, AL 251-479-3952 Va-FairhopeHealthFoods.com

Comprehensive health food store and organic café serving the public for 45 years. Extensive supplement selection; organic groceries, produce and meats; bath and body products; bulk bins; pet supplies; baby products and more. See ad, page 10.

FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE ENRG-IV

3099 Loop Rd., Orange Beach, AL 251-240-0842 enrGIV.com

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Vitamin IV lounge and functional medicine clinVitamin IV • Supplements • Functional Medicine ic. IV vitamin therapies provide relief, healing and recovery for people with health concerns ranging from dehydration to chronic illness. Call us for a free consultation. See ad, page 21.

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Carolyn Olson, Certified Thermographer Gulf Coast Locations from LA to FL 251-623-2225 ThermographyAdvantage.com

INTEGRATIVE HEALTHCARE OF LOWER ALABAMA 28720 US-98, #2, Daphne, AL 251-210-8615 AlabamaIntegrativeHealth.com

Functional Medicine Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner Tara McLellan addresses the root cause of disease with integrative medicine—a blend of traditional western medicine and science-based functional medicine. See ad, page 27.

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MASSAGE THERAPY

PHARMACY

VITAMINS/SUPPLEMENTS

JUBILEE HEALING ARTS

BY THE BAY PHARMACY + WELLNESS

THE HEALTH HUT

Jennifer Adams, LMT 28170 N. Main St., Ste. C, Daphne, AL 251-616-4201 • JubileeHealingArts.com

28720 U.S. Hwy. 98, Ste. 2, Daphne, AL 251-206-8999 ByTheBayPharmacy.com

Intuitive integrative massage techniques are used to facilitate the body into a state of healing without the “no pain no gain” mentality.

Over 15 years experience in the bodywork and natural wellness field.

MASTERS OF MASSAGE See listings, page 14.

NATURAL HEALTH OSTEOSTRONG

Your hometown, locallyrun pharmacy with all your medication and wellness needs. In addition to traditional pharmacy services, we focus on natural products for health, nutrition, pain-relief and weight loss. See ad, page 35.

ROLFING

A 7-minute session, once a week provides a natural solution for healthy joints, strong bones and muscles, better balance and flexibility and pain reduction.

Accessible to all ages; noninvasive; non-pharmaceutical. See ad, page 9.

PET CARE & SERVICES EVERLOVED VETERINARY

Pam Reaves, Certified Rolfer® 22806 Hwy. 98, Fairhope, AL 706-681-2935

Rolfing® is a holistic approach to manual therapy that seeks to improve your health and function by reestablishing the natural alignment and structural integration of the human body.

More information at EasternShoreRolfing.com.

See ad, page 23.

Providing in-home, veterinary medical acupuncture (for all ages), plus gentle care of geriatric and terminally-ill pets in the comfort of your own home. Hospice and euthanasia services available.

See ad, page 33.

HYDRO ZEN AT PEAK ALKALINITY 217-B Fairhope Ave., Fairhope, AL 251-270-7200 PeakAlkalinity.com

Offering cleansing far infrared sauna sessions followed by a hydrating collagen shower and detoxifying foot spas. Ask about package specials. See ad, page 33.

217-B Fairhope Ave., Fairhope 2724 Old Shell Rd., Midtown Mobile 251-270-7200 • 251-586-8198 PeakAlkalinity.com Offering in-home alkaline water ionizers so you never have to buy bottled water again. We have countertop and underthe-counter units plus portable marine units. Ask about our affordable rental program! See ad, page 33.

WELLNESS RETREATS JUBILEE SUITES

A boutique hotel specializing in yoga and wellness retreats. Catered meals and luxury accommodations are available for all of our events. Yoga room with a bay view, massage services, instructors and more can be a part of your custom experience. See ad, page 11.

SUSTAINABLE INVESTING

YOGA

THE RADCLIFF-SCHATZMAN GROUP AT MORGAN STANLEY

MASTERS OF YOGA See ads, page 3.

251-470-1081 • 850-470-8033 11 N. Water St., Ste 16290, Mobile, AL

HEAR THEM SPEAK Babette de Jongh HearThemSpeak.com

Are your pets acting out?

Try energy healing and telepathic counseling for multi-species families.

Mention Natural Awakenings to purchase a set of four remote sessions at last year’s prices and save $30. See ad, page 29.

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WATER FILTERS

557 N. Mobile St., Fairhope, AL 251-517-7515 JubileeSuites.com

SPAS

Lydia M. Sullivan, DVM, CCRP, CVMA Serving Mobile and the Eastern Shore 251-229-1043 • EverLovedVeterinary.com

For 30+ years The Health Hut has been the go-to place for high quality, wholefood vitamins, herbs and sport supplements at great prices.

Service-oriented, knowledgeable staff. See ad, page 13.

PEAK ALKALINITY

EASTERN SHORE ROLFING

333 Greeno Rd. S., Unit 2B, Fairhope, AL 2724 Old Shell Rd., Mobile, AL 251-210-6955 • 251-586-8226 OsteoStrong.me

680 S. Schillinger, Mobile: 251-633-0485 6845 Hwy. 90, Daphne: 251-621-1865 HealthHutAL.com

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