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April 2022 | Space & Treasure Coast Edition | MyNaturalAwakenings.com

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23 BUILD YOUR OWN DREAM TEAM

Take your Health to the Next Level

37 MUST READS FOR YOUR NATURAL LIBRARY

44 EARTH DAY 2022

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46 WHY WE NEED WILD PLACES How to Invite Nature Back into Our Lives and Landscapes

50 BUZZ-FREE DRINKING The Healthy Rise of Non-Alcoholic Beverages

52 EATING FOR THE PLANET Diet for a Climate Crisis

56 TECHNOLOGY MEETS NATURE

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Throughout the year Natural Awakenings strives to bring you the latest information and resources available for natural health, nutrition, personal growth, green living, fitness and creative expression. We are pleased to offer this special edition, including local Wellness Profiles, local authors, and our extensive Space and Treasure Coast Natural Living Directory to support you in leading a healthy, happy and balanced lifestyle.

Natural Living Directory Index Acupuncture 10 Advertising/Marketing/PR 10 Alternative Healing 10 Alternative Medicine 11 Angelology 11 Antiques 11 Astrology 11 Botanical Gardens 11 Boutiques 11 Breast Health 11 Cancer Services 11 CBD Hemp Products 11 Certifications & Trainings 11 Children’s Health 11 Chiropractic 12 Chiropractic: Auto Injuries 12 Cleaning: Natural 12 Coaching: Intuitive 12 Colon Hydrotherapy 12 Community Center 12 Community Support 12 Counseling 12 CranioSacral Therapy 13 Crystals & Gemstones 13 Dentistry 13 Diabetes: Nutrition Counseling 13 Dream Consultants 13 Expos & Events 13 Eye & Vision Care 13 Facials & Skin Care 13 Farmers Market 14 Farms: Local & Organic 14 Functional Medicine 14 Halotherapy 14 Health Food 14 Heart Health 14 Herbalists 15 Herbal Products 15 Herbs & Supplements 15 Holistic Lifestyle Community 15 Holistic Primary Care 15 Hydroponics 15 Hypnosis 15 Infertility Treatment 15 10

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Integrative Medicine Intuitive Energy Healing IV Therapy Life Coaches Lymphatic Therapy Massage Therapy Medical Clinics: Non-Profit Medical Marijuana Meditation Mental Health Counseling Metaphysical Stores Neurofeedback Nutrition Nutrition: Digestion Solutions Pain Management Pediatric Care Peripheral Neuropathy Personal Chefs Pet Supplies: Natural Physical Therapy Podcasts PRP & Stem Cell Therapy Psychics & Mediums Psychotherapy Qigong Raindrop Therapy Regenerative Medicine Reiki Salt Therapy Sleep Solutions Smoothies: Organic Sound Healing Sound Therapy Spiritual Coaching Spirituality Thermography Travel Services Veterinarians Water Sports Weight Management Wellness Centers Wellness Education Wellness Products Wellness Travel Yoga

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ACUPUNCTURE HEALTHY HEALING ACUPUNCTURE & INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE 1395 N. Courtenay Pkwy, Ste 202 Merritt Island, 321-252-3720 HealthyHealingClinic.com Acupuncture, Cosmetic Acupuncture, Micro Needling, LED Therapy, Herbal Therapy, Homeopathic Therapy, Vitamin Injection Therapy, Cupping, Massage and Nutrition. Michelle Connell, AP, DOM, can help you overcome pain and balance your body to maintain health.

NATURAL APPROACH WELLNESS CENTER Dr. Laura Vasallo, Acupuncture Physician Melbourne, 321-725-2438 MyNaturalApproach.com Pin-point the root cause of issues and address your health naturally using acupuncture, massage, and Eastern medicine. Dedicated to improving patients’ physical and emotional health.

ADVERTISING/ MARKETING/PR NATURAL AWAKENINGS MAGAZINE Kris Urquhart, Publisher Kris@my-NA.com 321-426-0080 my-NA.com Natural Awakenings is your multimedia resource for natural and eco-friendly living. Visit us online for monthly issues, exclusive content, recipes, offers and podcasts. Join our email list and never miss a thing. Reaching over 75,000 loyal readers each month and thousands more digitally.

ALTERNATIVE HEALING ABSOLUTELY DIVINE WELLNESS 7640 N. Wickham Rd, Ste 121 Melbourne, 321-482-0345 AbsolutelyDivineWellness.com Holistic services for all ages including BioEnergetic Medicine, Designed Clinical Nutrition, Chiropractic Care, free health talks on timely topics, natural and homeopathic products.

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CARE NATURAL WELLNESS CENTER Brian P. Walsh, DC 1051 Eber Blvd, Ste 102 Melbourne, 321-728-1387 CareWellnessFL.com Natural healthcare for all ages including Designed Clinical Nutrition using Nutrition Response Testing, ChiroThin Doctor Supervised Weight Loss Program, Chiropractic Care, PEMF Therapy, CranioSacral Therapy, thermography, massage services, homeopathics and other natural products. See ad, page 66.

ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE NICOLAI L HANSEN, BS, DC 1225 Florida Ave, Ste F Rockledge, 321-247-0445 NLHansenDC.com With 30 years of experience as a Chiropractic Physician, Dr. Hansen offers expert, affordable care. Advanced Proficiency Rated by AAI. See ad, page 68.

ASTROLOGY SCENTED DRAGON US 1 Port St Lucie,772-877-2102 Downtown Ft Pierce, 772-301-3814 Jensen Beach Mall, 772-208-5592 Find Treasure Coast’s most experienced readers through any of our stores. Connect with your Spirit and Angel Guides and find the answers and guidance you seek. See ad, page 45.

BETH VARGAS HEALING, LLC Online, phone & in-person Vero Beach, 772-538-6211 BethVargasHealing.com Certified Angelologist offering Angel Readings and healing sessions to align you with your divinity. Courses that teach how to access the Angelic Realm and more.

BOTANICAL GARDENS PORT ST. LUCIE BOTANICAL GARDENS 2410 SE Westmoreland Blvd. Port St. Lucie, 772-337-1959 Memberships - pslg.org Surround yourself in the peace and beauty of nature. Bamboo, bromeliad, butterfly, succulent, orchid, native plant gardens and more. Perfect venue for weddings or your next event.

NOTIONS & POTIONS 116 N. 2nd Street, Ste 103 Ft Pierce, 772-801-5576 NPCandles.com Your Local Artisan Boutique where everything is locally made or supports someone local. Specializing in soy candles, natural body products, jewelry, apparel, pets, and much more.

BREAST HEALTH ANTIQUES FIVE KATZ ANTIQUES 4509 S. Hopkins Ave Titusville, 321-567-2505 FiveKatzAntiques.com Five Katz Antiques is your source for quality antiques, vintage items and oddities. We also feature new items including Vinyl LP’s, Case knives, Lava Lamps and toys.

CANCER CARE CENTERS OF BREVARD Brevard County & Online CompCancerCare.org

Our programs complement medical treatment and fill the gaps between patient and person: weekly movement classes, monthly support groups and creative expression classes, and seasonal educational talks.

CBD HEMP PRODUCTS

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NATURE’S HEALTHY HARVEST 2330 N. Wickham Rd, Ste 14 Melbourne, 321-610-3989

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CERTIFICATIONS & TRAININGS SOUND HEALING THERAPY Practitioner Training Stuart, 772-245-6515 ASoundHealing.com

Comprehensive Sound Therapy training for use in your personal and professional life. Instructor Barbara Spaulding RN, Certified Master Sound Healer. Online and In-person classes.

CHILDREN’S HEALTH CHILDREN’S HEALTHCARE OF BREVARD Margaret Witzleb, MSN, ARNP 2351 W. Eau Gallie Blvd, Ste 4 Melbourne, 321-775-0477

AFFORDABLE, QUALITY pediatric health care offering both alternative and traditional choices for your child’s health, regardless of immunization or insurance status. Home-birthed infants welcome!

THERMOGRAPHY OF BREVARD Melbourne, Merritt Island, Vero Beach 321-312-0363 ThermographyofBrevard.com Thermography detects physiological, metabolic, and vascular changes in the breast tissue that can indicate your risk for developing pathology and disease. This knowledge helps prevent breast disease. See ad, page 66.

CLAIRE STAGG, DDS, PA

2120 Highway A1A Indian Harbour Beach, 321-777-2797 SmileProfessionals.com Emphasis on children’s craniofacial disorders, sleep apnea, ADHD, and behavioral issues through proper breathing solutions. Author of a children’s book encouraging good oral hygiene habits. See ad, page 55.

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CHIROPRACTIC ABSOLUTELY DIVINE WELLNESS 7640 N. Wickham Rd, Ste 121 Melbourne, 321-482-0345 AbsolutelyDivineWellness.com

Dr. Michele Munnich is certified in Diversified, Applied Kinesiology, Activator, SOT, Extremity, and Cranial adjusting. Take control of your health and protect your balance and posture!

CARE NATURAL WELLNESS CENTER

Brian P. Walsh, DC 1051 Eber Blvd, Ste 102 Melbourne, 321-728-1387 CareWellnessFL.com Natural healthcare for all ages including Designed Clinical Nutrition using Nutrition Response Testing, ChiroThin Doctor Supervised Weight Loss Program, Chiropractic Care, PEMF Therapy, CranioSacral Therapy, thermography, massage services, homeopathics and other natural products. See ad, page 66.

CLOW CHIROPRACTIC

145 Palm Bay Rd NE, Ste 120 West Melbourne, 321-725-8778 ClowChiropractic.com Clow Chiropractic has been providing a full spectrum of natural healthcare for over 38 years. Services include chiropractic adjustments, nutritional support, functional medicine, massage (MM2166), physiotherapy, and rehab.

UPPER CERVICAL HEALTH CENTER 1600 W. Eau Gallie Blvd, Ste 104 Melbourne, 321-622-4447 UpperCervicalCare.com Dr. Renee Hahn, Upper Cervical Chiropractor, offers relief from a variety of conditions including Allergies, Fibromyalgia, Back Pain, Migraines, sleep disorders and more. See ad, page 69.

1225 Florida Ave, Ste F Rockledge, 321-247-0445 NLHansenDC.com

With 30 years of experience as a Chiropractic Physician, Dr. Hansen offers expert, affordable care. Advanced Proficiency Rated by AAI. See ad, page 68.

DR. DANIEL L. SICKELS, D.C. Sickels Clinic of Chiropractic Inc. 503 N. Orlando Ave. Ste. 105 Cocoa Beach, 321-783-9400 SickelsClinic.com

Effectively treating the ”Cause” not the Symptom. Wellness Care for all ages with proven results through Full Spine adjustments. Automobile accident injuries. Custom-fitted orthotics. Knowledgeable, Gentle, Affordable.

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Office in Palm Bay/Melbourne 772-559-1993 Your Soul has an energetic blueprint embedded in the Akashic Records. Coaching and guidance from this matrix is specific to you, concise and potentially life changing.

COLON HYDROTHERAPY CANDICE KLEIN GORDON,

WATT FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC 2255 N Wickham Rd, Ste 109 Melbourne, 321-253-8511 WattFamilyChiropractic.com A friendly, gentle, wellness-oriented practice with hands-on doctors. Drs. Bradley and Britaney Watt, Dr. Leslie Ryan, Dr. Alberto Rodriguez, and Dr. Bonny Payne are ready to serve you.

CHIROPRACTIC: AUTO INJURIES MELBOURNE CHIROPRACTIC SPINE & INJURY 490 Center Lake Dr, Ste 100A Palm Bay, 321-499-4608 WestMelbourneChiropractor.com Steve Canuel, DC specialized in Auto injuries to realign the body, relieve pain, and improve recovery time from whiplash, headaches, jaw/back/neck pain, dizziness & more. See ad, page 43.

CLEANING: NATURAL PROVERBS 31 CLEANING SERVICE

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Brevard & parts of Indian River 321-210-8538 Proverbs31CleaningService.com We offer personalized, yet affordable service. Our all-natural cleaning products are safe for your family/pets. Aromatherapy included. Senior discounts. Prices upfront. Licensed, insured, & bonded.

COACHING: INTUITIVE CORNELIA GILBERT LLC Transformative Coaching CorneliaGilbert.com 321-504-8188 Providing a safe space to gain clarity, manage inner conflicts, anxiety, guilt, finding your authentic self, healing from within, reconnect with/develop your innate gifts.

M.ED., LMT Indialantic, 321-480-8654 HappyColons.com Candice@HappyColons.com CHOOSE HEALTH! Colon health management, through irrigation and hydration since 1988, using purified, structured water, in a safe, professional environment. (MA8163)

COMMUNITY CENTER BAM COMMUNITY Center in Palm Bay and Virtual 4680 Lipscomb St. NE Palm Bay BAMCommunity11.com Badasses, alchemists and mystics unite to build community, inspire personal balance and growth, and have fun! Connecting in-person, virtually and in nature with events, classes, retreats, workshops.

COMMUNITY SUPPORT PORT ST. LUCIE’S PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT

772-878-2277 ParksPSL.com FB: Port St. Lucie Parks & Recreation Award winning programs, ongoing mental health series, fitness classes for all ages. Memberships. PSL Community Center and Humana Fitness & Wellness Center at the MIDFLORIDA Event Center. See ad, page 5.

COUNSELING ATLANTEAN HEALING ARTS 1680 Highway A1A, Ste 4 Satellite Beach, 321-543-8882 AtlanteanHealingArts.com

Explore the Ancient Mystery School traditions, teachings and healing methods. Trained teachers and healers provide classes and personalized healing sessions including emotional cord cutting. See ad, page 47.

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CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY ANN HOLLENBECK, LMT Solle Naturals Specialist 772-633-7521 VeroPuraVida.com CST palpates the flow of cerebral spinal fluid which surrounds and nourishes the brain, releasing restrictions, and allowing the body to remember a deeper level of function. (MA13364)

SALT SANCTUARY 5505 N. Atlantic Ave Ste 208 Cocoa Beach, 321-960-1063 Facebook.com/ SaltSanctuaryCocoaBeach CST practitioners use an educated non-invasive, gentle touch which helps support the nervous system to relieve pain, reduce stress and heal from trauma. Visit Upledger.com. (MA42472. MM42472)

TRISHA SCHMALHOFER, LMT Office in Palm Bay/Melbourne 772-559-1993 MedHealers.com Gentle, deep, expansive therapy which addresses whole body issues (physical/emotional/energetic/mental). Works specifically with your brain function, nervous system processes, cellular communication, and fascia web alignment. (MA74941)

CRYSTALS & GEMSTONES

DENTISTRY SMILE DESIGN AND WELLNESS CENTER Dr. Chris Edwards Dr. Rob Brown Dr. Haley Freymiller Viera, 321-751-7775 SDICFL.com Innovative, comprehensive, biologic dentistry. Mercury safe removal, high tech office, low radiation digital x-rays. Lasers-no shot, no drill. Ozone therapy. See ad, page 7.

CLAIRE STAGG, DDS, PA Comprehensive Mercury Free Dental Care for the Whole Family Indian Harbour Beach, 321-777-2797 SmileProfessionals.com Whole body connections and anti-aging Dentistry advanced non-surgical TMJ, snoring and sleep breathing disorders therapy, head, neck and facial pain treatment, non-extraction orthodontics, smile makeovers and dentistry for patients with multiple chemical sensitivities. See ad, page 55.

We offer a wide variety of divination tools to enhance your Spiritual Journey including: Crystals, gemstones, jewelry, singing bowls, books, tarot, candles, salt lamps, sage, incense, oils, statuary, altar items & much more! Curbside pickup, shipping, and phone orders available.

MYSTIC FAIRES Melbourne 239-949-3387 MysticFaires.com Two-day events scheduled annually in Melbourne, Naples, Orlando, and Sarasota hosting a variety of vendors, psychics, healers, light workers, alternative health practitioners, and lectures.

THE SANCTUARY FOR MIND, BODY, & SPIRIT Melbourne & Central Florida locations 321-313-2543 SanctuaryFL.com We bring you events around the state focusing on Mind, Body, and Spirit wellness and Conscious Living. Vendors, healers, speakers. Visit our website. Live your best life!

EYE & VISION CARE SYLVIE MORIN, DOM

DIABETES: NUTRITION COUNSELING DIANE KINGSLEY, RD LDN 333 17th St, Ste W Vero Beach, 772-228-6778 SimpleHealthOptions.com Diane Kingsley is a Licensed and Registered Dietitian with over 20 years’ experience. Her nutritional counseling is an individualized whole-body approach. Telehealth available. Most insurances accepted.

CREATIVE ENERGY ENCHANTED GIFTS FOR THE MIND, BODY AND SOUL 780 W. New Haven Ave Melbourne 321-952-6789 Info@CreativeEnergyFL.com Facebook.com/CreativeEnergyFL

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DREAM CONSULTANTS MERRY JONES, RPSGT, CRT, RYT 200 Reiki Master & Yoga Instructor 518-860-4400 Merry@InHerVision.net Guidance and healing along your spiritual path. Improve balance and flexibility, address pain and create quality sleep patterns. Yoga, breathwork, dream Interpretation, energy healing. Private and groups.

1727 N. Atlantic Ave Cocoa Beach, 321-785-3330 NaturalHelpForEyes.com MicroAcupuncture48 is known to help with: Dry Eye, Cataract, Glaucoma, Macular Degeneration, Diabetic Retinopathy, Retinitis Pigmentosa, Eye Stroke/ Occlusions and more. Schedule your complimentary consultation!

FACIALS & SKIN CARE MASSAGES WITH PURPOSE AND SKIN CARE Ginger Taylor, LE, LMT Melbourne/Palm Bay 321-480-9986 MassagesWithPurpose.com Advanced, personalized care: Organic Lymphatic facials, Plantbased Stem Cell facials, Infused Oxygen Lifts, Anti-aging skin care, Illuminating Lightening facials, Acne Facials, Advanced Peels, Dermaplaning, Microcurrent Face-Lift, Microdermabrasion, High Frequency, Microneedling, and body waxing! Helping clients transition towards a healthier complexion.

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FARMERS MARKET GUIDE

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5505 N. Atlantic Ave, Ste 208 Cocoa Beach, 321-960-1063 Facebook.com/ SaltSanctuaryCocoaBeach

Find a Farmer’s Market near you in the Natural Awakenings Farmers Market Guide. Support your health and community by shopping local. Bookmark the web page for easy access.

ROCKLEDGE GARDENS 2153 South U.S. Hwy #1 Rockledge, 321-636-7662 RockledgeGardens.com Your source for fresh, pesticide free seasonal fruits and veggies as well as sustainable meats, cheeses, eggs, baked goods, and unique, artisanal products from local vendors. All produce is grown in our u-pick garden or from farmers within a 50-mile radius. Open Wednesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 11am-3pm.

FARMS: LOCAL & ORGANIC FLORIDA FIELDS TO FORKS, CSA 1200 Corey Rd Malabar, 321-229-5288 FloridaFieldsToForks.com A local CSA farm, offering beyond organically raised grass-fed/ grass-finished Angus beef, Berkshire pork, Katahdin lamb, chicken eggs, raw cow and goat milk, vegetables, and more.

FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE HOLISTIC PRIMARY CARE OF BREVARD Clinics in Viera & Titusville, 321-757-6899 Fully Integrated Primary Care & Wellness HolisticPrimaryCareBrevard.com Personalized health care treatments evaluating a patient’s history, genetics, environment, and lifestyle. Utilizing nutritional therapy, exercise, supplements, hormone therapy, and natural treatments over drugs or surgery. Insurance accepted. See ad, page 2.

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Breathe USP-Grade salt in the relaxing Himalayan salt cave to alleviate respiratory conditions: asthma, allergies, COPD, bronchitis, etc., and skin ailments: eczema, psoriasis, acne, rosacea and more.

HEALTH FOOD NATURE’S HEALTHY HARVEST 2330 N. Wickham Rd, Ste 14 Melbourne, 321-610-3989 NaturesHealthHarvest.net NaturesHealthyHarvest@gmail.com Wellness Center, CBD Hemp Oil, supplements, vitamins, herbs, skin & body care, gluten-free & organic products, proteins, aromatherapy, and health and wellness classes.

NATURE’S MARKET 701 S. Apollo Blvd Melbourne, 321-724-6923 NaturesMarket@cfl.rr.com Vitamins, supplements, homeopathic, health and beauty, and specialty items. Large selection of natural, organic, and gluten-free foods. Rubix Café with limited seating.

NUTRITION SMART 464 SW Port St. Lucie Blvd Port St Lucie, 772 323-2222 NutritionSmart.com Your neighborhood natural organic grocery, vitamins, and juice bar. Committed to providing the community with products necessary for a healthy lifestyle. Free weekly in-store classes.

ORGANIC FOOD CENTER 862 N. Miramar Ave Indialantic, 321-724-2383 OrganicFoodCenter.com Natural & Organic grocery with wide selection of vitamins and supplements. Organic café with fresh wheat grass, vegetable juices and smoothies, vegan and gluten-free soups, sandwiches and salads.

PARADISE HEALTH & NUTRITION Suntree, 321-242-6040 West Melbourne, 321-722-1440 Palm Bay, 321-729-8311 ParadiseHealthDirect.tflmag.com Organic and allergy-friendly groceries, fresh produce, bulk foods, all-natural supplements, organic smoothies, power bowls, organic wines and glutenfree/specialty beers. Knowledgeable staff on-hand ready to assist.

PEGGY’S NATURAL FOODS 10471 SE Federal Hwy Hobe Sound, 772-286-1401 PeggysNaturalFoods.com Moved to Hobe Sound. Great selection of organic foods and supplements. Peggy’s Brand Vitamins, Supplements and Herbals in-store or online. Drive thru pickup and area delivery available.

SUNSEED FOOD CO-OP 6615 N. Atlantic Ave (A1A) Cape Canaveral, 321-784-0930 SunseedFoodCoop.com Community-owned, Notfor-Profit Co-op founded in 1974. Largest selection of vitamins & herbs in Brevard. Organic produce and much more. Open Mon-Sat 9-7 & Sun 10-6.

SUNSHINE HEALTH FOOD & WELLNESS CENTER 2916 S. Washington Ave Titusville, 321-269-4848 Find us on Facebook Providing nutritional health counseling in a truly holistic fashion by offering massage, cholesterol testing, food detox, essential oils, blood typing along with vitamins, minerals, herbs, homeopathics and natural foods.

HEART HEALTH VERVANA HEALTHY FINE FOODS Manchester, CT 800-228-1507 Vervana.com Cardiologist & Anti-Aging Physician, Dr. Stephen Sinatra’s Mediterranean superfood line for a heart-healthy lifestyle: olive oils, pasta, sauces, vinegars, spices, chocolate, gifts & more!

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HOLISTIC LIFESTYLE COMMUNITY

Gina Kearney RH (AHG), Clinical Herbalist 725 N. Hwy. A1A, D-103 Jupiter, 561-768-9005 herbsandowls.com

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Offering Private Herbal Consults, Flower Essence Therapy and Herbal & Shamanism classes. Visit our Herb Shop with 200+ herbs, barks, flowers & roots plus, tinctures, oils, crystals & more! See ad, page 41.

Divine Healing, Wellness Education, Meditation, Reiki Circles, Mindful Yoga, Soundbath Healing, Crystals, Chakra Balancing, Local Jewelry, Art, Candles & Soaps, USDA Organic CBD. Available for private events.

2818 SW Port St Lucie Blvd Port St Lucie, 954-646-4374 DivineSoulWellness.com

MAMA JO’S SUNSHINE HERBALS 1300 Pinetree Drive, Ste 3 Indian Harbour Beach, 321-779-4647 Enjoy a cup of complementary tea in the relaxing atmosphere of herbs and handmade herbal delights. Bulk Herbs, Handmade Products, Consultations, Classes, and Supplies. Teas, tinctures, lotions, soaps, facial products, salves, and more. See ad, page 49.

THE HERB CORNER 277 N. Babcock St Melbourne, 321-757-7522 HerbCorner.net Bulk Herbs, Herbal Certification Course and other herbal classes. Essential oils, handmade salves and lotions, customized herbal blends and private consultations. See ad, page 60.

HERBAL PRODUCTS LILY’S HERBS & MORE Online & Renningers Flea Market. Antiques & Unique Vintage Market Melbourne LilysHerbs.com We specialize in natural and organic herbal blends: teas; hand-poured beeswax candles; vegan, organic and specialty soaps; Happy Fizzy bath bombs and Yummy Honey! Fri, Sat & Sun 9am-4pm. See ad, page 63.

HERBS & SUPPLEMENTS NATURE’S HEALTHY HARVEST 2330 N. Wickham Rd, Ste 14 Melbourne, 321-610-3989 NaturesHealthHarvest.net NaturesHealthyHarvest@gmail.com Wellness Center, CBD flower, vitamins, herbs, skin/body care, organic products, aromatherapy.

HOLISTIC PRIMARY CARE HOLISTIC PRIMARY CARE OF BREVARD Clinics in Viera & Titusville, 321-757-6899 Fully Integrated Primary Care & Wellness HolisticPrimaryCareBrevard.com Fully integrated Primary Care and Family Practice injury and illness, chronic disease, anti-aging, functional medicine, physical therapy, chiropractic and more. Same-day sick appointments. Insurance accepted. See ad, page 2.

HYDROPONICS EXO TOWERS

Lori Burke, Cert. Clinical Hypnotherapist Viera, 321-652-1039 LoriBurkeHypnosis.com

Start Living a Life You Love! Free yourself from hostility, fears, resentment; Overcome limiting thoughts and behaviors; Adopt healthy habits; Improve relationships. (IAIH Certified CHt/CCHt/CTHt #7596890).

ELIZABETH L CAMPBELL, BCH CI, MNLP, CTH 611 SW Federal Highway, Ste K-1 Stuart, 772-215-2985 Elizabeth@TranceformU.com

Combining the best of Hypnosis, NeuroLinguistics (NLP) and ThetaHealing to create rapid and lasting changes at the subconscious level. Results appear in body, mind, and spirit. From small concerns to serious trauma, from motivation to spirituality, subconscious changes positively affect all aspects of life. Practicing here in Stuart since 2003.

HYPNOSIS FOR EXCELLENCE Susanne Hilton, CMS-CHt Stuart, 772-288-0880 HypnosisForExcellence.com

Enhance your life using the power of your mind. Significant improvements are possible in the areas of health, sleep, habit change, academic and sports performance.

BARBARA SPAULDING, RN, HYPNOTIST

321-305-5100 Merritt Island ExoTowers.com

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LORI BURKE HYPNOTHERAPY LLC

Grow your own food in our modular, hydroponic system. Grows up to 28 plants in less than two square feet. Starting at $199.99

HYPNOSIS BREVARD HYPNOSIS JC Jones, CH, LMT, NGH, IAHP Brevard and Virtual, 321-775-5797 BrevardHypnosis.com Addressing weight loss, emotional pain, relationship and sexual issues, anger resolution, business success, worries and sadness, fears and apprehensions, passing tests, stop smoking and more. (MA74183) See ad, page 60.

Certified Sound Therapist Stuart, 772-245-6515 ASoundHealing.com

Melt into a transformational therapeutic combination of Sound Healing & Hypnosis. Go deep into the layers of your physical, mental, spiritual, and energetic bodies and find peace.

INFERTILITY TREATMENT HEALTHY HEALING ACUPUNCTURE & INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE 1395 N. Courtenay Pkwy, Ste 202 Merritt Island, 321-252-3720 HealthyHealingClinic.com

Acupuncture for infertility is a highly successful alternative treatment for those trying to get pregnant by improving the ovarian function, sperm quality and balancing the hormones. Acupuncture provides support at all stages of IVF and IUI procedures.

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INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE MELISSA DEAN, MD Dean Wellness Institute Premiere Center for Regenerative Medicine Vero Beach, 772-567-1500 Age Management, Weight Loss, Preventative Medicine, Andropause, Bioidentical Hormone Replacement, Lifestyle Management, Vitamin Evaluation, Nutrition and many other integrative therapies. See ad, back cover.

YALE (YOEL) R. SMITH, MD, DABA, BCASI, AFAAFM, BCABARM Center for Anti-Aging Aesthetic and Rejuvenation Medicine 321-421-7111, Viera AntiAgingIM.com Hypertension, diabetes, mold/Lyme, sleep issues, hypothyroidism, erectile dysfunction, heart attack prevention, autoimmune diseases, chronic fatigue, food allergies, congestive heart failure, G.I. issues and more. See ad, page 8.

THRIVE DOWNTOWN HYDRATION AND WELLNESS Jamie Wells, RN 101 N US Highway 1, Ste 130 Fort Pierce, 772-237-1990 ThriveDowntownFP.com Essential hydration, energy boost, immune system enhancement, migraines, relief, metabolism regulation, hair, skin & nail health, toxin elimination, athletic/muscle performance and recovery. Spa-like environment.

VITALIFTS DEBORAH A. DEMARTA, MD, FACS, FAARFM Institute of Health & Wellness 218 SW Atlanta Ave Stuart, 772-539-9556 InstituteHealthWellness.com Anti-Aging, Functional and Regenerative Medicine. Colorectal Surgery and Functional GI, hormone replacement, food allergy and nutritional testing, IV vitamin therapy, heavy metals testing, medical aesthetics, THERMIva vaginal rejuvenation, ThermiSmooth skin tightening, HALO skin resurfacing, BBL BroadBand Light skin therapy, laser hair removal, Botox and fillers, skin care, weight loss. See ad, page 55.

RADIANTLY HEALTHY MD Rebecca Hunton, MD 150 Fifth Ave, Ste A Indialantic, 321-806-7436 DrHunton.com Are you Radiantly Healthy? We offer Integrative/Functional Medicine solutions to address health challenges and healthy aging! We combine both traditional and natural options including medical marijuana certification. See ad, page 39.

RADIANTLY HEALTHY MD Lisa Johnson, PA-C 150 Fifth Ave, Ste A Indialantic, 321-806-7436 Physician Assistant offering Integrative Medicine solutions combining traditional and natural options. Featuring treatment for Healthy Aging, Bioidentical Hormones, ADHD, Menopause, Andropause, Diabetes, Thyroid, GI Issues, Food Sensitivities, Autoimmune Disorders and much more. See ad, page 39.

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INTUITIVE ENERGY HEALING BETH VARGAS HEALING, LLC Online, phone & in-person Vero Beach, 772-538-6211 BethVargasHealing.com Allows Divine healing to flow through using many different modalities as needed. Modalities include/not limited to: Reiki, Angels, Shamanic practices, Sound vibrations, development mentoring, more.

IV THERAPY RADIANTLY HEALTHY DRIP LOUNGE 150 Fifth Ave, Ste B Indialantic, 321-243-1859 rh-md.com/drip-lounge Delivering vital nutrients, IV Therapy benefits people with Chronic Fatigue, Depression, Migraines/Tension Headaches, Allergies, IBS, Cardiovascular Disease, Autoimmune Disease, Athletic Recovery, Viral/Bacterial Infections, and Common Cold/Flu. See ad, page 39.

THE DRIPBaR 6375 N. Wickham Road, Ste 101 Melbourne, 321-465-7986 TheDripBar.com Offering 18 Lifestyle IV drips such as time machine, powerpack and flu fighter. Health support drips like High C and chelation. 797 USP compliant compounding on-site. Also featuring red light therapy and halo infrared sauna.

4865 N. Wickham Rd, Ste 105 Melbourne, 321-425-2111 Vitalifts.com Dedicated IV vitamin and nutrient therapies Center. IV therapy used for sport performance, stress reduction, migraines, Fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome, skin rejuvenation, memory, and much more.

LIFE COACHES AWEsome WELLNESS & COUNSELING, LLC Shamekah Shaw Port St. Lucie, 772-626-6376 ShamekahShaw.com Holistic healing for mind, spirit, body. Life Coaching, Functional Nutrition Counseling, Spiritual & Soul Care. Personal & professional coaching. Restore wholeness to every area of your life. See ad, page 54.

INNER VOICE OUTER VISION Janet Roessler, 410-553-1374 InnerVoicesOuterVision.com 1Voice@InnerVoicesOuterVision.com

level outer vision.

Using creativity, & practical tools to effectively move forward. Create self-esteem and confidence harnessing those inner voices to serve your highest-

OCEAN SANDS COACHING LLC Carolyn Raitt, Certified Life/Energy Coach OceanSandsCoaching.com Carolyn@OceanSandsCoaching.com Feeling Stuck? Clear a path forward with Clarity, Purpose & Direction. Address stress triggers, self-doubt, and energy blocks; enable more joy and satisfaction in your life.

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LYMPHATIC THERAPY ANN HOLLENBECK, LMT Solle Naturals Specialist 772-633-7521 VeroPuraVida.com

Incorporates a gentle slow technique to flush toxins and excess fluids that cause inflammation, while increasing lymphatic circulation 10X! Enhancing immune defense and healing process. (MA13364)

NURTURING SOL HEALING ARTS Heather Leah, BA, LMT The Viera Business Center 5595 Schenck Ave, Ste 8 Rockledge, 941-248-9127 NurturingSol.com

State of the art Assisted Lymphatic Therapy. Holistic solution to boost immune system; help relieve lymphedema, post-surgical scarring, inflammation, chronic health issues & more. Additional modalities offered. (MA90143, MM17447)

OHANA TREE MASSAGE AND YOGA 1044 NE Jensen Beach Blvd Jensen Beach, 888-229-7255 OhanaTreeMassageandYoga.com

Specializing in Deep Tissue and Trigger Point Therapeutic Massage. Individual and group Yoga sessions. Serving Jensen Beach and surrounding cities for over 10 years.

THRIVE: INTEGRATIVE LIFE SOLUTIONS 218 Brevard Avenue Cocoa, 954-588-1950 Facebook.com/ ThriveIntegrativeLifeSolutions

Sarah Batson, LMT, provides standard, deep tissue, lymphatic drainage and cellulite Massage Therapy in Cocoa Village. Available by appointment only. (MA90965)

MEDICAL CLINICS: NON-PROFIT VOLUNTEERS IN MEDICINE CLINIC

MASSAGE THERAPY BE BLISSFUL.ENERGY 240 S. Wickham Rd Melbourne, 321-327-8741 Blissful.Energy

Our Swedish massage is a combination of effleurage strokes, hot stones, deep tissue, and stretching. Our Thai massage is a combination of compression, acupressure and stretching. (MM40260, MA59906) See ad, page 65.

DANIELLE DEMPSEY, LMT 321-431-8280 Melbourne/Palm Bay

Integrative massage therapy customized to your specific needs, including: Therapeutic/Deep Tissue, Tabletop Thai and Pregnancy Massage. Hot stones, infrared lights, and aromatherapy are always complimentary. (MA91001)

417 SE Balboa Ave, Stuart, 772-463-4128 vimclinic.net

Providing free high quality medical care for eligible Martin County adults who do not have health insurance or ability to pay for treatment. All are welcome.

MEDICAL MARIJUANA SIKORA INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE 1255 37th St, Ste B Vero Beach, 772-228-6882 SikoraMedical.com

Dr. Alita Gonsalves Sikora offers a holistic approach to traditional Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation with acupuncture, medical marijuana, bioidentical hormone therapy, weight loss and PRP injections for joints, hair loss, and facial rejuvenation.

MEDITATION EAST COAST ELITE MASSAGE Erin Dixon, LMT Brevard County, 321-614-1851 EastCoastEliteMassage.com

Offering mobile massage in the comfort of your home or office including Deep Tissue, Swedish, Geriatric, Manual Lymphatic Drainage, Sports Massage, Reiki, Aromatherapy and more. (MA96856)

BE BLISSFUL.ENERGY 240 S. Wickham Rd Melbourne, 321-327-8741 Blissful.Energy

Meditation classes revolve around breathing exercises, tapping into natural energies around us including ourselves, and the practice of mindfulness. These classes are great for beginners. See ad, page 65.

THRIVE: INTEGRATIVE LIFE SOLUTIONS 218 Brevard Avenue Cocoa, 954-588-1950 Facebook.com/ ThriveIntegrativeLifeSolutions Sarah Batson is a Meditation Specialist who works with those struggling with anxiety and depression. She is experienced in addressing test anxiety in students.

MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELING INFINITE WISDOM, LLC Tommy Shoriak, MS, LMHC 1824 S. Fiske Blvd, Ste 2 Rockledge, 321-505-3330 Individual and family therapy for children, adolescents, and adults. ADHD, ODD, anxiety, depression, behavioral issues, parenting education, EMDR, trauma focused therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy. (#MH19138)

METAPHYSICAL STORES CREATIVE ENERGY ENCHANTED GIFTS FOR THE MIND, BODY AND SOUL 780 W. New Haven Ave Melbourne 321-952-6789 Info@CreativeEnergyFL.com Facebook.com/CreativeEnergyFL We offer a wide variety of divination tools to enhance your Spiritual Journey including: Crystals, gemstones, jewelry, singing bowls, books, tarot, candles, salt lamps, sage, incense, oils, statuary, altar items & much more! Curbside pickup, shipping, and phone orders available.

GENIE’S GEMS Unique Gifts & Clothing for your Inner Hippie 21 SW Flagler Ave Downtown Stuart, 772-678-6228 Offering metaphysical, eco-friendly, organic yoga and hippie clothing, CBD products, books, singing bowls, crystals, stones, incense, unique gifts & so much more! Free hugs - Open 7 days a week. MondaySaturday 10am-6pm. Sunday 10am-5pm.

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METAPHYSICAL STORES CONT. PSYCHIC AND THE GENIE

313 Colorado Ave Stuart, 772-678-6170 825 Seaway Drive Hutchinson Island, 772-448-8061 PsychicNTheGenie.com Two convenient locations in downtown Stuart and Hutchinson Island offering a wide assortment of incense, candle, books, sage, crystals, CBD Products and more. Psychic medium readings and Aura Photography available. Open 7 days a week. MondaySaturday. 10am-6pm. Sunday 10am-5pm.

SCENTED DRAGON

Port St. Lucie, 772-877-2102 Ft. Pierce, 772-302-3814 Jensen Beach, 772-208-5592 Treasure Coast’s premier metaphysical store, now with three locations. Incense, crystals, stones, sage, candles, jewelry, workshops & more. Daily Readers and knowledgeable staff always on hand. Open 7 days. See ad, page 45.

SPARK OF DIVINE, LLC METAPHYSICAL SHOP AND HEALING CENTER 1789 Old Dixie Highway Vero Beach, 772-257-6499 SparkofDivine.com

Spark offers classes, healings, readers, yoga & much more. We carry a variety of crystals, jewelry, books, sage & many other metaphysical gifts and tools.

NEUROFEEDBACK HARMONY NEUROFEEDBACK

1300 Pinetree Drive, Ste 9 Indian Harbour Beach, 321-405-2795 HarmonyNeurofeedback.com Neurofeedback has helped with ADHD, Autism, Anxiety, Stress, Emotional Distress, PTSD, Behavioral Issues, Mood issues, Pain, Lyme, Headaches, Concussion, TBI and a variety of other issues.

NUTRITION ABSOLUTELY DIVINE WELLNESS 7640 N. Wickham Rd, Ste 121 Melbourne, 321-482-0345 AbsolutelyDivineWellness.com

To function optimally, it is vital that the body have the proper nutritional balance to maintain the heart's correct rate, rhythm, and tone.

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CARE NATURAL WELLNESS CENTER Brian P. Walsh, DC 1051 Eber Blvd, Ste 102 Melbourne, 321-728-1387 CareWellnessFL.com

Natural healthcare for all ages including Designed Clinical Nutrition using Nutrition Response Testing, ChiroThin Doctor Supervised Weight Loss Program, Chiropractic Care, PEMF Therapy, CranioSacral Therapy, thermography, massage services, homeopathics and other natural products. See ad, page 66.

NUTRITION: DIGESTION SOLUTIONS VITALITY WELLNESS AND NUTRITION CENTER

Christi Buck, RDN, LD, CLT-Owner/Founder 772-758-2400 vwanc.com Helping health-minded, self-empowered women finally end their life long digestive issues by finding the missing pieces to their health puzzle so they can feel vibrant again.

PAIN MANAGEMENT NICOLAI L HANSEN, BS, DC 1225 Florida Ave, Ste F Rockledge, 321-247-0445 NLHansenDC.com

With 30 years of experience as a Chiropractic Physician, Dr. Hansen offers expert, affordable care. Advanced Proficiency Rated by AAI. See ad, page 68.

HEALTHY HEALING ACUPUNCTURE & INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE 1395 N. Courtenay Pkwy, Ste 202 Merritt Island, 321-252-3720 HealthyHealingClinic.com

Acupuncture, Cosmetic Acupuncture, Herbal Therapy, Cupping, Massage, Nutrition, Injection Therapy and LED Therapy. Michelle Connell, AP, DOM can help you overcome pain and balance your body to maintain health.

PERIPHERAL NEUROPATHY HEALTHY HEALING ACUPUNCTURE & INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE 1395 N. Courtenay Pkwy, Ste 202 Merritt Island, FL 32953 321-252-3720

Acupuncture for Neuropathy can help relieve pain and restore sensation to the area damaged by diabetes, chemotherapy and radiation as well as physical injury.

PERSONAL CHEFS RECIPES WITH PERKS

Debi Perks, Nutritionist Brevard county, 321-372-4037 RecipesWithPerks@gmail.com Personalized weekly prepared meals made from scratch. Flexible plans include meal planning, shopping, cooking and cleaning. Special diets welcome. 95% organic sustainably sourced ingredients.

PET SUPPLIES: NATURAL NATURAL PET SPECIALTY SHOP 2255 Wickham Rd, Ste 103 Melbourne, 321-259-3005 NaturalPetSpecialtyShop.com

Featuring: grain-free, highquality protein, raw & organic pet foods, treats, supplements, homeopathic and herbal remedies, chemical-free grooming products, natural flea & tick supplies and much more. See ad, page 68.

PHYSICAL THERAPY HOLISTIC PRIMARY CARE OF BREVARD

Clinics in Viera & Titusville, 321-757-6899 Fully Integrated Primary Care & Wellness HolisticPrimaryCareBrevard.com Patient-centered approach providing individualized, skilled care and custom programs. Physical assessment, manipulative therapy, exercise therapy, and electrotherapy for rehabilitations. Insurance accepted. See ad, page 2.

PEDIATRIC CARE HOLISTIC PRIMARY CARE OF BREVARD

Clinics in Viera & Titusville, 321-757-6899 Fully Integrated Primary Care & Wellness HolisticPrimaryCareBrevard.com Fully integrated pediatric and family care practice. Our pediatric care provider sees children for well visits, illness, injury and more. Same-day sick appointments. Insurance accepted. See ad, page 2.

PODCASTS NATURAL INSPIRATIONS PODCAST Produced by Natural Awakenings Listen: podcast.my-na.com

Subscribe: YouTube.com/myNaturalAwakenings Each episode features conversations with local natural health experts on the Space and Treasure Coast helping you to make lifestyle choices to enhance your wellbeing.

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PRP & STEM CELL THERAPY SIKORA INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE 1255 37th St, Ste B Vero Beach, 772-228-6882 SikoraMedical.com Holistic regenerative medicine using PRP (platelet rich plasma) for arthritis, tendinitis, aesthetics (face and skin rejuvenation aka “Vampire Facial”) and hair regeneration. Enhance sexual health with PRP, bioidentical hormones, shockwave therapy, and peptides. IV vitamin and NAD therapy to reverse aging. Stem cell Therapy, Exosomes, Shockwave, acupuncture, Perineural injections for osteoarthritis and musculoskeletal pain.

PSYCHICS & MEDIUMS BETH LYNCH, MEDIUM, AUTHOR Intuitive Counselor, Educator 888-271-4487, InnerLight444@gmail.com linktr.ee/bethlynchmedium444 Spiritual Medium, Meditation Teacher & Author. Graduate of Arthur Fords School of Mediumship; Mark Irelands Prestigious Medium Certified, and 25 years’ experience teaching Spiritual principals for healing.

TESS, THE TREASURE COAST MEDIUM Intuitive Medium, Reiki Master, Past Life Regressions By appointment: 772-200-0016 TessTheHealer@gmail.com TreasureCoastMedium.com Are you grieving the loss of a loved one and need closure? Did you miss the chance to say ‘Goodbye’? Or are you in need of divine guidance about your career, love life, or finances? Allow the Angels to help you make the right decisions. Learn how to cultivate your own intuition through classes offered in spiritual development.

VERA GABRIEAL Locally in Stuart & Virtual 954-793-4444 ThePsychicCrystal@gmail.com Offering Psychic Readings, Spiritual Counseling, Emotional Healing, Life Path Readings, Spirit Guide Connection, Past Life Regression, Intuitive and Psychic Development Training. Certified at 99.8% accuracy.

PSYCHOTHERAPY THRIVE: INTEGRATIVE LIFE SOLUTIONS 218 Brevard Avenue Cocoa, 954-588-1950 Facebook.com/ ThriveIntegrativeLifeSolutions

Sarah Batson, MSMFT, provides systems-theory based psychotherapy, informed by her training and 20 years of experience as a Marriage and Family Therapist in Cocoa Village.

QIGONG THE CLOUDWALKER PLACE

Serving Treasure Coast, Vero Beach In person & virtual, 772-453-6449 TheCloudWalker.com Classes in person/online: qigong, Tai Chi, self-defense. Instructor certification, distance healing, acupressure. Rare therapeutic qigong forms for COPD, immune system deficiencies, anxiety disorders, parkinsonism, diabetes and CVA.

RAINDROP THERAPY ANN HOLLENBECK, LMT VeroPuraVida@gmail.com 772-633-7521 VeroPuraVida.com

Combines the science of aromatherapy with techniques of Vita-Flex, Ayurvedic Massage and Reflexology with the application of essential oils and heat to finish. (MA13364)

REGENERATIVE MEDICINE DALY INTEGRATED MEDICAL GROUP, LLC 2708 Garden St Titusville, 321-267-4324 DalyIMG.com

If you are suffering from knee pain, shoulder pain, sciatica, etc., we offer several therapies as alternatives to surgery or pain killers. We are a fullservice wellness clinic.

REIKI TRISHA SCHMALHOFER

Office in Palm Bay/Melbourne 772-559-1993 MedHealers.com Learn or experience this gentle yet powerful ancient healing technique which directs Universal Life Force Energy to all aspects of your body to bring you into balance. (MA74941)

BETH VARGAS HEALING, LLC 1789 Old Dixie Hwy Vero Beach, 772-538-6211 BethVargasHealing.com

Usui/Tibetan/Karuna Reiki Master Teacher, Certified Angelologist and Mesa Carrier, Angel Healing Therapist/Reader and Teacher offers Healing, Spiritual Counseling, Cord Cutting, Divine Soul Readings and more. Helping you move into alignment with your divinity. Find your purpose.

SALT THERAPY SALT SANCTUARY

5505 N. Atlantic Ave, Ste 208 Cocoa Beach, 321-960-1063 Facebook.com/SaltSanctuaryCocoaBeach Since 2012 Salt Sanctuary has provided Halotherapy in one of the country’s first Himalayan salt caves. Many unique Himalayan salt lamps & gifts also available.

SLEEP SOLUTIONS CLAIRE STAGG, DDS, PA

2120 Highway A1A Indian Harbour Beach, 321-777-2797 SmileProfessionals.com Addressing sleep apnea, snoring and sleep issues caused by airway restrictions due to narrow arches and palates. Solutions include appliances, proper tongue positioning and development of the face and airways for healthy facial harmony and balance. See ad, page 55.

SMOOTHIES: ORGANIC BEACH BOWLS

217 Avenue A Fort Pierce, 772-448-4097 BeachBowlsFortPierce.com Fresh, organic, made to order: Acai bowls, smoothies, avocado toasts, salads, special recipe coldpressed juices, and more. Family owned and operated. Second location, SLW opening soon.

SOUND HEALING CERTIFIED SOUND PRACTITIONER Deena Rahill, 786-488-7782 825 NE Ocean Blvd, Stuart SoundVibration.net

Experience a blissful journey of sound, lights and vibration. Gongs, drums, chimes, and singing bowls can alter brainwave frequencies and allow for healing. Group or private sessions available.

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SOUND THERAPY BARBARA SPAULDING, RN, BSN Certified Sound Therapist Stuart, 772-245-6515 ASoundHealing.com Groundbreaking healing combination of live Sound Bath & Vibroacoustic bed therapy. Sound healing instruments, targeted therapeutic frequencies, & psychoacoustic brainwave entrainment music played directly into your body.

SPIRITUAL COACHING BETH VARGAS HEALING, LLC Online, phone & in-person Vero Beach, 772-538-6211 BethVargasHealing.com Are you looking to have a deeper connection with yourself and with Divine Source? Would you like better communication and relationships, more ease and grace?

UNITY OF MERRITT ISLAND 210 N. Tropical Trail Merritt Island, 321-452-2625 MIUnity.org A growing spiritual home of loving acceptance, empowering all to their highest potential. Sundays at 11 am, in person (masks optional) and live on Facebook. When in Merritt Island, please come by!

UNITY SPIRITUAL CENTER OF VERO BEACH 950 43rd Ave Vero Beach, 772-562-1133 UnityOfVero.org We offer empowering Sunday services with Rev Clive deLaporte, Sunday school, spiritual and personal development classes, support groups, an outdoor pavilion, and an inviting labyrinth.

ECKANKAR CENTER OF THE TREASURE COAST 772-223-1188 Eck-Florida.org meetup.com/EckankarInStuart

SPACE COAST THERMOGRAPHY Dr. Kristen Barry Rockledge/Suntree, 321-574-9014 SpaceCoastThermography.com FDA approved radiation-free Breast and Full Body Screenings. Highest quality images in Brevard County. MD report and all images (4-ways) included. Affordable and Grants available.

Eckankar offers ways to explore your own unique and natural relationship with Divine Spirit. Discover techniques for personal experience with dreams, past lives, Soul Travel and more.

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UNITY OF FORT PIERCE

Dr. Steven Zanfini Stuart, 772-781-5353 CompleteCareTC.com

3414 Sunrise Blvd. Fort Pierce, 772-461-2272 UnityOfFortPierce.com A positive, practical approach to living life on Purpose. Services 10 a.m. in our sanctuary (social distancing & masks). Facebook livestream at Facebook.com/Unity.FortPierce. See ad, page 68.

UNITY OF MELBOURNE 2401 N. Harbor City Blvd (US Hwy 1) Melbourne, 321-254-0313 UnityOfMelbourne.com Inspiring lessons and music shifting us from surviving to thriving as we love and accept ourselves and others to heal our world. Sundays 10:30am or livestreaming: facebook.com/unityofmelbournefl.

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MCP DESTINATIONS, INC.

Brevard & Indian River Counties 321-890-7410 MCPDestinationsInc.com Offering Peace of Mind at this onestop travel shop: domestic and international cruises, land, air or rail for individuals, families, groups, weddings. Budget-friendly to luxury.

VETERINARIANS ALOHA PET & BIRD HOSPITAL

968 E. Eau Gallie Blvd Indian Harbor Beach, 321-777-6444 AlohaVet.com We are a Full-Service Veterinary Hospital with Integrative Medicine, Services include: Acupuncture & Eastern Herbs, Pet Rehabilitation, massage Therapy, Underwater Treadmill, and Pain Management

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TRAVEL SERVICES

Finest thermal screening available on the Treasure Coast since 2001. Manage breast health with Thermal breast screening providing insight into ways of staying healthy and not just detecting disease or dysfunction. Upper body and full body screening also available. Offering affordable screening packages including reports, images, and optional flash drive. See ad, page 41.

THERMOGRAPHY OF BREVARD Melbourne, Merritt Island, Vero Beach 321-312-0363 ThermographyofBrevard.com Thermography sees inflammation in the body, early detection of breast disease, dysfunction of heart, lungs, digestive system, colon, thyroid, vascular system, muscles, joints and more. See ad, page 66.

CVMMP, VMRT Holistic Veterinary House-Calls Stuart, Palm City, Hobe Sound & Jupiter DrMattParker.com Vet@DrMattParker.com House-Call Dog & Cat WholeFoods Nutrition, Herbs, Acupuncture, Chiropractic, Massage, Rehab Exercises, Energy-Healing, Routine & Specialty Labs & Diagnostics, Western Medications when needed, Vaccine Titers.

WATER SPORTS LISA’S KAYAKS

500 N. Causeway Dr. Ft. Pierce, 772-216-2820 LisasKayaks.com Get outside and do something! Kayak and SUP rentals. Beautiful area to island hop. Yearly memberships available; join our fun group of nature enthusiasts. Beginner’s welcome.

WEIGHT MANAGEMENT CARE NATURAL WELLNESS CENTER Brian P. Walsh, DC 1051 Eber Blvd, Ste 102 Melbourne, 321-728-1387 CareWellnessFL.com Nutrition Response Testing is used to determine underlying causes of weight issues (food sensitivities, environmental toxins, etc.). ChiroThin, a doctor supervised weight loss program, is an effective way to reset a “stuck” metabolism. See ad, page 66.

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HOLISTIC PRIMARY CARE OF BREVARD Clinics in Viera & Titusville, 321-757-6899 Fully Integrated Primary Care & Wellness HolisticPrimaryCareBrevard.com Personalized Medical Weight Loss program emphasizing whole body wellness through diet, exercise, lifestyle modification, nutritional counseling. Helps stimulate weight-loss and keeps it off long term. See ad, page 2.

WELLNESS CENTERS BREVARD ACUPUNCTURE & INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE 1978 US 1 #107 Rockledge, 321-802-1046 BrevardAIM.com Our unique Holistic approach combines Acupuncture, Therapeutic Massage, Nutrition & Supplementation, and Detoxification medicine to reduce inflammation, restore health and treat illnesses. Find your balance. See ad, page 67.

NATURE’S HEALTHY HARVEST 2330 N. Wickham Rd, Ste 14 Melbourne, 321-610-3989 NaturesHealthHarvest.net NaturesHealthyHarvest@gmail.com Wellness Center, CBD flower, vitamins, herbs, skin/body care, organic products, aromatherapy, detox foot bath, and foot massager.

WELLNESS EDUCATION CLAIRE STAGG, DDS, PA

2120 Highway A1A Indian Harbour Beach, 321-777-2797 HealthConnectionsDentistry.com Online educational forum with articles, books, research resources, and Q&A video clips highlighting solutions to seemingly unresolvable health issues that have a dental connection. See ad, page 55.

WELLNESS PRODUCTS KURE-IT HEALING OIL BLENDS Online, In store: Rockledge and Melbourne 321-458-6336 KureItNow.com

Therapeutic oil blends for pain, arthritis, fibromyalgia, cuts, burns, inflammation, psoriasis, eczema and more. Infused with frankincense, myrrh herbs and concentrated for longer lasting effect. See ad, page 61.

WELLNESS TRAVEL SOULSHINE ESCAPES

Wellness Travel & Retreat Planning Specialist Jill Lebofsky, 772-202-2030 SoulshineEscapes.com Combine wellness with exploration to discover the world and yourself. 50+ travelers can experience a mind-body retreat, eco-tours, hiking/biking treks, luxury cruising, and more.

YOGA BE BLISSFUL.ENERGY 240 S. Wickham Rd Melbourne, 321-327-8741 Blissful.Energy

HATHA YOGA WITH MARILYN Pelican Beach Clubhouse 1495 Highway A1A Satellite Beach, 321-773-6458 Balance your Body, Mind & Spirit with Hatha Yoga. Gentle, guided yoga postures with Stretching, Deep Breathing, and Relaxation. $5 per class through Satellite Recreation Department. See ad, page 69.

JUST BREATHE AERIALS 270 NW Peacock Blvd, Ste 112 Port St. Lucie, 772-877-2122 JustBreatheAerials.com Offering traditional and AntiGravity yoga. Whether in a hammock or on a mat, join us for a Restorative, Pilates, Vinyasa or Gentle class. Yoga Teacher Training. See ad, page 57.

NOVA LUNA YOGA STUDIO 2996 SW Port St Lucie Blvd Port St. Lucie, 772-444-6754 NovaLunaYoga.com Safe and friendly community space to get together and practice yoga. Our mission is to promote mind and body balance, and overall wellbeing. Mention for one free session.

SUNDARI YOGA STUDIO 46 North Brevard Ave Cocoa Beach, 321-591-4457 SundariYogaStudio.com A variety of yoga styles including Amrit, Hatha, Vinyasa, Yin, Sivananda, Stretch and Restore and Qigong Infused Yoga. Monthly events: Guided Meditation, Gongs and Sound Healing, Crystal Bowls, Kirtan. See ad, page 54.

We warm up and work our muscles by flowing through vinyasas, letting us go deeper into our postures. These classes are great for beginners and intermediate students. See ad, page 65.

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1649 SE Port Saint Lucie Blvd Port St. Lucie, 772-224-2444 DTE-Yoga.com Yoga classes for all levels and all ages including Virtual, Vinyasa, Kundalini, Restorative, Yin, Gentle, Chair and yoga-barre fusion, meditation and workshops (current R-YT will receive CEUS at select workshops). See ad, page 41.

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Joanne’s Nutrition World

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Mama Jo’s Sunshine Herbals The Herb Corner

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AC U PU NC T U R E HEALTHY HEALING ACUPUNCTURE & INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE Michelle Connell AP LAc 1395 N. Courtenay Pkwy, Ste 202, Merritt Island 321-252-3720 • HealthyHealingClinic.com Healthy Healing Acupuncture offers a full spectrum of Holistic Services provided by founder Michelle Connell AP LAc, whose education spans both Classical and Traditional Chinese Medicine with an integrative approach. The office offers an inviting calming environment encouraging your healing from the moment you enter the door. Wellness services offered: All aspects of Chinese Medicine, including Acupuncture, Dry Needling, Motor Point Therapy, Cupping, Gui Sha, Cosmetic Facial Acupuncture, Microneedling, Chinese Medical Massage, herbal formulas and nutritional supplements, homeopathic and nutritional injection therapy, and LED light therapy for anti-aging and to decrease pain and inflammation. Areas of specialty: Treatment for internal and external issues including neck pain, back pain, sciatica, depression, allergies, women’s health, fertility, menopausal balance, cosmetic acupuncture, migraines, men’s health, ED, libido, high blood pressure, insomnia, weight management, addiction therapy, and smoking cessation. Philosophy of healing: “Our highest goal is to help our patients along an empowering journey toward balance, health, and a pain-free life,” says Michelle Connell.

C H I ROP R AC T IC H E A LT H & W E L L N E S S CARE NATURAL WELLNESS CENTER Dr. Brian Walsh, Chiropractic Physician/Owner 1051 Eber Blvd, Ste 102, Melbourne • 321-728-1387 • CareWellnessFL.com CARE Natural Wellness Center offers a variety of holistic services for all ages. Dr. Brian Walsh focuses on healing the whole person-body, mind and spirit, using safe and natural solutions. Patient education is paramount in the healing process. Wellness Services Offered: Designed Clinical Nutrition using Nutrition Response Testing®, ChiroThin Doctor Supervised Weight Loss Program, various Chiropractic techniques, Massage and Thermography services, and Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy (PEMF). Areas of specialty: Dr. Walsh focuses on identifying and handling the underlying cause of health issues so the body does the healing. Causes may include heavy metal and chemical toxicity, food or environmental sensitivities, and immune challenges. Digestive problems, hormonal imbalance, autoimmune, cardiovascular, chronic fatigue, sleep issues and more have been helped with this approach. Philosophy of healing: “The body was designed to be self-healing,” says Dr. Walsh. “Our responsibility is to identify the obstacles preventing the healing from occurring, and design a health improvement program tailored for the individual’s needs. This may include the above modalities, nutritional supplementation, diet/lifestyle recommendations and prayer.”

DALY INTEGRATED MEDICAL GROUP Barbara Woo Daly, DC 2708 Garden Street, Titusville • 321-267-4324 • DalyIMG.com The experienced and caring team of multidisciplinary providers at Daly Integrated Medical Group work together to evaluate and treat patients of all ages with many different complaints. They offer effective natural options for the promotion of healing and pain reduction and develop plans for the patient’s healing journey. Their heavy emphasis on education is evident through group classes and individual counseling. Wellness services offered: Chiropractic, acupuncture, joint injections, decompression, Class-4 Laser, Zone therapy, IV nutrition, B-12 shots, massage, nutritional counseling, ozone therapy, cellulite treatment, and lymphatic massage. Areas of specialty: They have 22 years of experience in treating neck and back pain, migraines, chronic fatigue, anxiety, plantar fasciitis, sciatica, osteoarthritis, weight-loss and detoxification, pre- and post-surgical nutrient therapy, poor digestion, and peripheral neuropathies. Philosophy: “It is more important to consider the kind of patient that has a disease rather than the kind of disease a patient has,” says Dr. Barbara Woo Daly. “We combine ancient remedies, current research, and state-of-the-art treatments to optimize your health journey.” 24

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C H I ROP R AC T IC H E A LT H & W E L L N E S S STUART FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC & ACUPUNCTURE CENTER Leon Gonyo, DC, FIAMA 6094 SE Federal Highway, Stuart • 772-781-0193 • StuartFamilyChiro.com Dr. Leon Gonyo knows first-hand what it’s like to be in pain due to a work-related injury. As a result of a six-foot, head-first fall he experienced compressed, herniated discs and lost 50% of his upper body strength. To avoid risky disc fusion surgery, he turned to chiropractic. An examination and x-rays revealed pinched nerves (subluxations). The first adjustment greatly diminished his pain and after a few weeks he no longer needed medication. This experience stirred a passion that led him to a career change. Dr. Gonyo’s practice is focused on accidents and injury. He has established himself with like-minded physicians which include neurologists, orthopedists, physician assistants, nurse practitioners and licensed massage therapists. He is also board-certified in medical acupuncture. Wellness Services Offered: Spinal Decompression, Class IV Laser, Medical Acupuncture, Interferential Therapy, Traditional and Instrument Chiropractic Adjusting. Areas Of Specialty: Traumatic Injury, Advanced Spinal Degeneration, Neuropathy, Headaches/Migraines, Anxiety and many other debilitating conditions. Philosophy: “As a Chiropractor, I am dedicated to providing hope, relief and renewed health to others who, just like me, are experiencing unnecessary pain and are in need of corrective spinal care,” says Dr. Gonyo.

UPPER CERVICAL HEALTH CENTERS Dr. Renee Hahn, DC 1600 W. Eau Gallie Blvd, Ste 104, Melbourne 321-622-4447 • UpperCervicalCare.com Upper cervical care is a gentle and effective way of restoring communication between the brain and body. At Upper Cervical Health Centers, they use a soundwave instrument to accurately correct the alignment of the cranio-cervical junction, where the skull meets the spine, so that the body may function at its optimum potential. This procedure offers patients a gentle, painless, and precise treatment for upper cervical care. Wellness services offered: Gentle upper cervical chiropractic, gentle full-spine care, nutrition lab work analysis, cold laser therapy, intersegmental traction. Areas of specialty: Headaches, migraines, fatigue, brain fog, slow healing, neck pain, back pain, difficulty sleeping, allergies, overall body function and performance. Philosophy of healing: “All information from your brain travels down your spinal cord and through your nerves,” says Dr. Hahn. “When the brain-to-body pathway is clear, the body is able to heal naturally from above, down and inside-out. As the developer of chiropractic, B.J. Palmer, said “The power that made the body heals the body!”

C OAC H I NG INNER VOICES OUTER VISION Janet Roessler CCT, Artist, Speaker, Coach Ft Pierce • 410-553-1374 • InnerVoicesOuterVision.com Inner Voices Outer Vision (IVOV) believes that simple tools can help get anyone moving from point A (lost, confused, hopeless, discouraged) to point B (hopeful, empowered, moving forward in the direction of their dreams). “Let there be a new light in your eyes that comes from this grounded foundation of steps,” says Janet Roessler. Wellness services offered: IVOV programs generate self-esteem and confidence by harnessing our ‘inner voices’ to serve our highest-level outer vision. Through Exploration Events, Mastermind Groups, Art-making processes, and Individual Coaching, IVOV harnesses creative ways to teach practical, actionable tools effectively moving us forward in crafting our best life. Areas of specialty: From Hopelessness to Hope, from hope to possibility, from possibility to action, and from our actions each step moving us closer to and towards our best life. Philosophy: “I believe, remembering our wholeness in whatever stage we find ourselves, is our journey. As we learn to reinterpret these challenges, we find where we can thrive, train ourselves to effectively and gently, nurture and encourage those inner seeds that call us to align with our purpose,” says Roessler. April 2022 25

E N E RG Y H E A L I NG BETH VARGAS HEALING, LLC Rev. Beth Vargas, Owner 772-538-6211 • BethVargasHealing.com Rev. Beth Vargas helps clients that have questions about what is happening in their life, are looking to learn something new, find purpose, have trauma to heal or stress to reduce. She creates a loving, healing, fun, non-judgmental sacred space for healing, intuitive and learning experiences. Wellness services offered: Usui/Karuna Reiki services and classes; Jikiden Reiki services, angel readings, therapy and classes, shamanic practices, cord cuttings, aura and chakra clearing and balancing, trance healing and channeling, divine soul readings, crystal, sound and energy healing, soul retrieval, sacred space creation and clearing, spiritual life coaching, mentoring and more. Online, over-the-phone and in-person in Vero Beach. Areas of specialty: Stress reduction, fatigue, self-esteem, cancer and radiation side effects, migraines, mental fatigue, emotional fatigue, stomach issues, relationship issues, communication problems, intuitive development, space clearing, spiritual connection, releasing/clearing of blocks, physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual healing. Philosophy: “I believe I must treat the whole being (physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual) for true healing to take place,” shares Rev. Vargas. “As healing facilitators, I understand that it is our job to hold space and provide what is needed to empower you, the client, in your healing.”

DIVINE HUMAN INSTITUTE Kumari Mullin, Owner Sebastian • 772-589-9803 • KumariHealing.com • DivineHumanInstitute.com Kumari Mullin is the founder of Divine Human Institute, a modern-day mystery school offering training in energy healing, intuitive development, manifesting your dreams and awakening your Soul potential through live and online courses, retreats, and small group apprenticeships. Wellness services offered: Training: Reiki Energy Healing, Animal Communication, Quantum Creation, Divine Human, Energy Alchemy. Intuitive mentoring and spiritual meditation retreats. Awakening Healers online community: live energy healing training and personal healing twice monthly for profound healing and spiritual transformation. Areas of specialty: Heal: Learn energy healing to release physical and emotional pain, get unstuck, gain clarity. Manifest: Find your bliss, align your purpose, achieve your dreams. Awaken: Activate your intuition, divine potential, and spiritual mastery. Energy medicine apprenticeship. Philosophy of healing: Mullin transmits a powerful loving presence where healing shifts occur spontaneously, and the wisdom of the Soul is unveiled. “Everyone can be a healer,” says Kumari. “I teach fully anchored in the knowing that everyone, yes even you, can awaken to their divine nature and intuitive healing gifts.”

H E A LT H FO OD ST OR E S JOANNE’S NUTRITION WORLD Joanne Augusto 101 N. US 1, Ste 118 & 120, Ft Pierce • 772-464-3598 • JoannesNutritionWorld.com Joanne’s Nutrition World offers a wellness center providing services to help relieve pain, tension, and stress. The therapies may also detox the body, support the immune system, and improve other ongoing conditions. The spacious, calm, and inviting space offers educational workshops and free literature. The store has been In Fort Pierce for the past 50 years offering a wide range of the highest quality, effective vitamins, minerals, herbs, and whole food supplements and safe personal care products. Joanne Augusto, owner, has over 40 years of experience in the natural health industry Wellness services offered: Massage, Pulsating Electromagnetic Field (PEMF) therapy, Ion foot cleanse, health coaching and a Sunlighten Infrared Sauna. Menla Scan with Christopher Allison. Areas of specialty: Insulin resistance, weight-loss, anxiety, fatigue, menopause, infertility, and pelvic floor. Philosophy: “The body can heal itself with the right tools. We listen to each person with an open mind to understand their health journey and let them learn and grow at their pace,” says Augusto. “Each time our body is challenged, it teaches us new insights to return to balance again.” 26

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H E R BA L P RODUC T S LILY’S HERBS & MORE Antiques and Uniques Vintage Mall, 1240 Sarno Rd, Melbourne Renningers Flea Market, 4835 W. Eau Gallie Blvd, Melbourne 321-337-9440 • LilysHerbs.com Lily’s Herbs and More takes a holistic approach to helping people become and stay as healthy as possible. They offer a variety of alternative natural health products including organic herbal blends and supplements that aid the body in self-healing and disease prevention. Products offered: Lily’s herbal blends and Lily’s tisane and tea blends for certain health conditions, homemade beeswax candles, vegan, organic and medicinal soaps, happy fizzy bath bombs, natural body lotions and sugar scrubs. Areas of specialty: Men and women’s health, inflammation, digestive health, liver and kidney support; Memory, anxiety and sleeplessness; Enhancing energy, alkalizing and detoxing support; Cardiac and thyroid support; Essiac tea for cancer support. Philosophy: “We believe that you are not living your best life possible unless your mind and body are completely healthy,” says owner Irene Perez. “Our goal is to provide alternative choices to support your body’s systems so that they can perform at their optimum level.”

H E R BA L I ST S MAMA JO’S SUNSHINE HERBALS Joanna Helms, Registered Herbalist, BA 1300 Pine Tree Drive, Indian Harbour Beach 321-779-4647 • Facebook.com/MamaJosSunshineHerbals Joanna Helms, Registered Herbalist and Professional Member of the American Herbalist Guild (AHG) with 27 years of clinical experience has created more than a local herb store. Mama Jo’s Sunshine Herbals’ homey atmosphere encourages visitors to sample herbal tea and enjoy the historical experience of herbalism. Wellness services offered: Helms offers client consultations with an in-depth evaluation of the client’s health state, resulting in a personal herbal therapy plan to achieve homeostasis. Her ability to collaborate with health care professionals ensures remedies support an overall health plan. Mama Jo’s offers organic herbs, customized formulations, time-tested herbal products, delicious tea blends, culinary spices, tinctures, essential oils, bath salts and scrubs, lotions, soaps, clothing, Dr. Hauschka make-up, unique tea pots and accessories, jewelry and more. Areas of specialty: “With the onsite Herbal Apothecary, all products are made on the premises to allow for the highest integrity,” explains Helms. “We are honored to offer a full Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) compliant apothecary and dispensary.” Philosophy of healing: “Our Sunshine family excels in fellowship to deliver an infusion of past and present herbal information with our community,” says Helms.

THE HERB CORNER Cecelia Avitabile 277 N. Babcock Street, Melbourne • 321-757-7522 • HerbCorner.net Cecelia Avitabile, Master Herbalist and Certified Nutritional Consultant, works with clients to understand better what their body needs. “At The Herb Corner we take the time to listen to your specific needs so you can get to the root cause of your situation,” says Avitabile. Wellness services offered: As a Learning Center and Herb Shop the staff empowers clients with knowledge of how to support the body using nutrition, supplements and herbs utilizing their large selection of organic bulk herbs, teas, tinctures, salves and individualized blends or essential oils. Private consultations and customized herbal formulas available. Avitable periodically offers “Reclaiming our Roots” herb classes, a 7-month learning journey providing students with an in-depth study of the healing properties of herbs. Areas of specialty: Over 25 years of experience guiding and educating people with information on conditions such as arthritis, diabetes, cancer, thyroid, respiratory, digestive disorders and much more. Philosophy of healing: “We believe that everyone has the ability to bring their body back into balance using nutrition, herbs and supplements,” says Avitabile. “We will always do our best to help.” April 2022 27

HO L I ST IC DE N T I ST RY HEALTH CONNECTIONS DENTISTRY Claire Stagg DDS, MS, FAACP 2120 Hwy A1A, Indian Harbour Beach • 321-777-2797 • SmileProfessionals.com Health Connections Dentistry emphasizes the connections between the root causes of ‘dis-ease’ and ‘dysfunction’ to oral and whole body signs and symptoms. “We need to breathe and swallow to survive. Why not thrive? An interdisciplinary team approach reverse engineers the downward spiral started at any age. We will sleuth it out.” says Dr. Stagg. Wellness services offered: All phases of natural care for all ages promoting balance and symmetry in facial growth development, from functional orthopedics to solutions for pain, full dental reconstruction, dentures, and problem bites. Areas of specialty: Rejuvenating and mercury-free smiles with the relief of TMJ, snoring and sleep apnea. Craniofacial development integrating sound principles of biomechanics, myofunction and osteopathy. Philosophy of healing: “We aim to enhance each patient’s quality of life to optimal health via the highest quality of progressive gentle dental care in a “green,” safe and comfortable environment,” shares Dr. Stagg. “We are continually embracing advances in dentistry by learning science-based pioneering techniques. We place great emphasis on customer service and strive to give each patient an exceptional visit that is relaxed, cheerful and comfortable.”

SMILE DESIGN & WELLNESS CENTER Dr. Chris Edwards • Dr. Rob Brown • Dr. Haley Freymiller 5445 Village Drive, Ste 100, Viera • 321-751-7775 • SmileDesignCenter.US From safe mercury removal to the biological extraction where the patient’s own stem cells enhance healing, the team at Smile Design and Wellness Center (SDWC) employs an extensive array of technology for innovative dentistry. Wellness services offered: Offering a full spectrum of dental services, with an emphasis on prevention. SDWC has technologies like Cerec, lasers, microscopes, 3D X-ray, ozone therapies and minimally invasive techniques. Areas of specialty: Biological dentistry where they partner with patients and their health specialists to achieve optimal oral and systemic health. Smile design and minimally invasive dentistry with safe mercury removal and safe dental materials. Dental Oncology providing care for cancer patients to prevent dental side effects, both pre- and post-treatment, in collaboration with the patient’s cancer treatment team. Philosophy of healing: “We listen to our patients and partner with them in developing a plan that works for them,” says Dr. Brown. “We educate our patients as to their conditions and concerns and their options. We have a strong preventive approach that helps the patient to take the responsibility for their oral health.”

HO L I ST IC H E A LT H KETAMINE HOLISTIC WELLNESS CENTER Sonia Negron, MS, MSHA 6103 N. Atlantic Ave, Ste C, Cape Canaveral 321-777-8040 • KetamineHWC.com Within a serene center, the staff at Ketamine Holistic Wellness Center utilizes innovative methodologies of healthcare that are conducive for the recovery of their clients. Their primary goal is to help individuals who are experiencing pain or emotional distress through a variety of services including aromatherapy, sound healing, integrative therapies and Ketamine infusions. Ketamine has been around for over 50 years and is used for diagnostic and surgical procedures. After decades of research, it is now being used in the treatment of chronic pain and mental health issues. Wellness services offered: Ketamine infusions, Vitamin IV infusions, B12 Injection, Sensory Deprivation Tank (FLOAT), Ozone Therapy, Medical Marijuana Registration, Crystal Light Therapy, Infrared Sauna, Botox/Dermal Fillers, and Facials. Private room sessions. Areas of specialty: Major depression, bipolar depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and treatment of chronic pain. Philosophy: “Our team of licensed, dedicated staff use integrative therapies to bring balance and harmony to your entire being,” says owner Sonia Negron. “Our goal is to relax the body, calm the mind, and refresh the spirit. Your wellbeing is our joy.” 28

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SOUTHERN COMFORT MARIJUANA CLINIC Dr. Jessica McCain 465 NW Prima Vista Blvd, Port St Lucie • 772-218-7262 • SoCoMMJClinic.com Southern Comfort Marijuana Clinic services a void in medical care addressed from the perspective of a family physician. Their goal is to give people access to an integrated therapy of Medical Marijuana for debilitating conditions, in a non-judgmental fashion backed by science. The key components of their mission are accessibility, affordability, and advocacy. Wellness services offered: Their professional and caring physicians and staff provide education on Medical Marijuana therapy, including delivery methods, use strategy, what to expect at the dispensaries for an individualized treatment plan, and state regulations. Areas of specialty: Medical marijuana certification for those suffering from cancer, seizures, glaucoma, HIV, anxiety/depression, ALS, Crohn’s, Parkinson’s, multiple sclerosis, terminal conditions, pain and spasms, PTSD, and other debilitating or similar medical conditions. Philosophy: “We thoroughly educate individuals about the use of Medical Marijuana so patients can access this medication without stigma, says Dr. Jessica McCain. “We provide the highest quality and individualized care plan to ensure more successful outcomes for our patients.”

HO L I ST IC P R I M A RY C A R E HOLISTIC PRIMARY CARE OF BREVARD Tanya Schrumpf, APRN, DC 8043 Spyglass Hill Rd, Ste 201, Melbourne • 321-757-6899 1861 S. Washington Ave, Ste 109, Titusville • 321-267-0188 HolisticPrimaryCareBrevard.com Holistic Primary Care of Brevard in Melbourne and Titusville offers comprehensive, affordable, wellness-centered health care for the entire family. Their treatment plans integrate conventional western medicine combined with holistic treatment recommendations. Wellness services offered: Insurance covered services include Primary and Pediatric care, Same Day Sick Appointments, Well Women Exams, EKG and Cardiovascular Risk Assessment, Medical Weight Loss, Medication Management, Annual and Sports Physicals, Physical Therapy, Chiropractic Care, Medical Massage, Acupuncture, Medical Marijuana, Herbal Medicine, Mental Health Counseling, Yoga, and more. Areas of specialty: Addressing all aspects of a patient’s needs from acute illness and injury to anti-aging, wellness and a full line of rehabilitation services. Providers to get to know patients individually and work with them personally from the time of injury, illness or chronic disease through optimum health and wellness. Philosophy of healing: Their holistic care approach includes preventative strategies to reduce the risk of heart disease, diabetes, and stroke. “Regular health screenings, routine labs, annual physicals and wellness exams and stress-reducing treatments such as massage therapy or yoga can help you stay on track and improve your health,” says Dr. Tanya Schrumpf.

H Y P NO SI S BREVARD HYPNOSIS JC Jones, CH, MRE, LMT 320 4th Avenue, Indialantic (Inside Health Connections) 321-775-5797 • BrevardHypnosis.com At Brevard Hypnosis, JC Jones understands that breaking habits is not easy. Hypnosis allows the conscious and subconscious to work together in harmony to support the healing process. “Positive and lasting results are experienced with far less effort and struggle, even when everything else might have failed,” says Jones. Wellness services offered: Hypnosis to reduce stress and anxiety, break unwanted habits and addictions, overcome painful past experiences, improve sports performance, improve relationships, and reach goals faster and easier than ever believed possible. Group hypnosis and self-hypnosis classes also available. Areas of specialty: Emotional and mental stress, relationships, weight loss, healthy sleep, quit smoking, stress, anxiety, depression, fears and phobias, motivation, self-image and body-image, letting go of the past, performance enhancement, behavior patterns, sports performance, sexual issues. Philosophy: “We believe that by aligning the mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual conscious and subconscious, anyone can beneficially change the limiting beliefs and attitudes that govern their lives. Then they can become empowered to achieve their highest potential and greatest aspirations,” says Jones. April 2022 29

I N T E G R AT I V E M E DIC A L D O C T OR S CENTER FOR ANTI-AGING AESTHETIC AND REJUVENATION MEDICINE Yale (Yoel) R. Smith, MD, DABA, BCASI, AFAAFM, BCABARM 7000 Spyglass Court, Ste 300, Viera • 321-421-7111 • AntiAgingIM.com Dr. Smith is the only Triple Board Certified M.D. that practices Traditional, Integrative and Functional Medicine with over 38 years of experience. A former medical school professor, he holds medical licenses in several states and a lifetime license to practice in the State of Israel. The Center for Anti-Aging uses traditional medicine along with Integrative and Functional Medicine to find the root cause of patient’s diseases. Dr. Smith look at your body as individual systems working together in harmony as a whole unit. Wellness services offered: Integrative and Functional Medicine, holistic practice, lifestyle changes, peptide therapy, diet, supplementation, and specialized testing. Areas of specialty: Treating heart disease, hypertension, heart attack prevention, diabetes, mold and Lyme disease treatment, autoimmune disease(s), sleep disorders, chronic fatigue, hypothyroidism and other thyroid disease(s), stress hormones, erectile dysfunction, gastrointestinal disease, stubborn weight loss, suspected food allergy issues. Philosophy of healing: Integrative medicine respects the individuality of the person viewing them from a physiological, psychological, social and spiritual perspective. It utilizes minimally invasive methods and integrates the best of both worlds.

DEAN WELLNESS INSTITUTE Melissa Dean, MD 1345 36th Street, Ste B, Vero Beac 772-567-1500 • DeanWellnessInstitute.com Dean Wellness Institute is focused on providing a holistic approach to wellness and improved health. Dr. Dean and her staff work with each patient to provide the most up-to-date information in an integrative manner that empowers each patient to focus on healing the root cause of a health issue, not just treating the symptoms. They work closely with patients to improve their quality of life as they age. Dr. Dean is an expert in treating menopause, andropause, diabetes management, hormone replacement and nutrition. Dean Wellness Institute has been serving Vero Beach and the surrounding areas for over 15 years. Wellness services offered: Hormone Replacement Therapy, IV Therapy, detoxification, nutritional support, Integrative Medicine, cancer support, oxidative therapies, regenerative aesthetic procedures, EmsculptNEO, Emsella, qualified medical marijuana physician. Areas of specialty: Hormonal imbalance, adrenal fatigue, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, heavy metal toxicity. Philosophy of healing: “Hormone balancing, optimal nutrition, detoxification, exercise, and spiritual fulfillment are the areas that I believe are essential elements of well-being and longevity,” says Dr. Dean.

RADIANTLY HEALTHY MD Rebecca Hunton, MD 150 5th Avenue, Ste A, Indialantic • 321-254-6803 • RH-MD.com Rebecca Hunton, MD and Lisa Johnson, PA are committed to helping you find answers to your complex health questions. Starting with an in-depth analysis of your health history from birth, they combine traditional medicine and natural options to create an individual plan to optimize your health and vitality. Rebecca Hunton, MD, board-certified physician, is on faculty for the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine to ensure she is bringing the most up-to-date knowledge of the aging process to her patients. Wellness services offered: Functional and Integrative Medicine, Vitamin Infusion Drip Lounge. Antiaging medicine including the analysis of genomics, lifestyle, cognitive status, body composition, laboratory and imaging results to take a ‘deep dive’ into your unique status. Areas of specialty: Offering many solutions for conditions that are not solved by a traditional approach. For those suffering from fatigue, irritable bowel, autoimmune, fibromyalgia, insomnia and the like, the RHMD healthcare team pride themselves on the many success stories in these areas. Philosophy of healing: “We embrace the principles of Integrative Medicine and focus on the whole person: body, mind, emotions and spirit,” says Dr. Hunton. 30

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I N T E G R AT I V E M E DIC A L D O C T OR S SIKORA INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE Alita Gonsalves Sikora, MD 1255 37th Street, Ste B, Vero Beach • 772-228-6882 • SikoraMedical.com Board certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Dr. Sikora helps people heal naturally and avoid surgery. She provides traditional pain management, regenerative medicine, acupuncture, and natural therapies for musculoskeletal conditions. She also offers medical marijuana certifications. Dr. Sikora uses PRP (platelet rich plasma) for pain conditions, as well as cosmetic purposes (facial rejuvenation, hair regeneration) and to treat sexual dysfunction. She has also launched a new medication assisted weight loss program. Wellness services offered: IV Vitamin therapy, micronutrient and gut testing, acupuncture, SkinPen microneedling, medical marijuana certification, stem cell and PRP injections, trigger point injections, joint injections, bioidentical hormone therapy, shockwave therapy, facial rejuvenation, hair regeneration, PRP for erectile dysfunction. Areas of specialty: Shoulder/knee/hip arthritis, fibromyalgia, rotator cuff tears, tendinitis, neck pain, low back pain, sports injuries, weight loss, medical marijuana for cancer, epilepsy, chronic pain, PTSD, anxiety, PRP for face, hair, joints and tendons. Philosophy: Dr. Sikora believes in the power of the body to heal itself using the body’s own platelets and stem cells to help regenerate cartilage and tendons, as well as its own collagen and hair for facial rejuvenation and thinning hair.

THE INSTITUTE OF HEALTH & WELLNESS Deborah DeMarta, MD, FACS, FAARFM 218 SW Atlanta Ave, Stuart 772-539-9556 • InstituteHealthWellness.com Deborah DeMarta, MD, owner of the Institute of Health & Wellness, is a Board-certified Colorectal Surgeon who specializes in Integrative, Functional, Anti-aging and Aesthetic medicine. She uses a holistic approach and offers an array of services that can help a patient feel their best including hormone balancing, vaginal rejuvenation, sexual enhancement, broadband light treatments, laser resurfacing and skin tightening, surgical and non-surgical body contouring including fat transfer with Beautifill. She has over 25 years of experience and has received the Patients’ Choice Award, Compassionate Doctor Recognition. Wellness services offered: Anti-aging, Functional and Regenerative Medicine, Hormone Replacement, Medical Aesthetics, Nutritional Testing, IV Vitamin Therapy, IV Chelation, Micro Laser Peels, Cosmetic Surgery, Surgical Aesthetics. Areas of specialty: Hormonal imbalance, thyroid disorders and other autoimmune conditions, nutritional imbalances and micronutrient deficiencies, food allergies and sensitivities, digestive issues, vaginal laxity, incontinence, skin laxity, fine lines and wrinkles, rosacea, sun damage, body contouring, fat reduction, Botox fillers and more. Philosophy of healing: “I believe in early detection and prevention when it comes to age-related illnesses. The reversal or management of age-related conditions help the patient live a healthier life,” says Dr. DeMarta.

IV THERAPY RADIANTLY HEALTHY DRIP LOUNGE Lorin Carpenter, Owner 150 5th Avenue, Ste B, Indialantic 321-243-1859 • RadiantlyHealthyDripLounge.com Brevard’s first dedicated IV Lounge provides IV Vitamin Drips for health and wellness in a meticulously clean, upscale and tranquil setting. Combining a traditional medical treatment gives it an integrative twist. They offer a variety of drips, shots, boosters, wellness packages and more. Types of IV therapy offered: Hydration, Myers Cocktail, Immune Boosting, Beauty and Anti-Aging, Fat Burning and Weight Loss, Pre-Operative and Post-Operative, Hangover and Migraine Relief, B12 and D3 Shots for Energy and Immunity. Areas of specialty: IV nutrition benefits include: improved energy levels, improved resistance to infections, better visual acuity and retinal health, resilience to stress, relaxation, detoxification, smoother skin and better blood flow. Philosophy: “IV Vitamin Drips deliver vitamins, minerals and amino acids directly to the body for maximum absorption allowing the nutrients to flood your body and nourish itself at the cellular level. With this method we can safely deliver larger doses than are generally tolerated orally, without taxing the digestive tract,” says Lorin Carpenter. April 2022 31

IV THERAPY THE DRIPBaR 6375 N. Wickham Rd, Ste 101, Melbourne • 321-465-7986 • TheDripbar.com The DRIPBaR has IV vitamin therapies to deliver essential micronutrients throughout the body for those that are fighting an illness or chronic disease or just want to stay healthy. They have a wide variety of support drips to support their client’s unique personal health. Their health support infusions have been engineered to aid the body in that process. All IV drips are compounded on-site by registered nurses under the guidance of a licensed medical director and the DRIPBaR is a 797 compliant compounding facility. Wellness services offered: IV Therapy, Intramuscular shots, Chelation, Lab testing: Food Inflammation, Micronutrients, and Heavy Metals. Also Infrared Sauna, Halotherapy, and Photobiomodulation (aka Red Light Therapy). Areas of specialty: Micronutrient deficiencies, hydration, chronic fatigue, brain fog, gut health, long haul syndrome, anti-aging, cancer, neurodegenerative disease, chelation – heavy metal toxicity, and enhance sports performance. Philosophy: The DRIPBaR philosophy is that good health begins at the cellular level. They believe that vitamin infusions are the fastest way to deliver essential nutrients throughout the body. “Feed your body, fuel your life!” is the company motto.

ThrIVe DOWNTOWN HYDRATION AND WELLNESS Jamie Wells, RN 101 N. US Highway 1, Ste 130, Ft Pierce 772-237-1990 • ThriveDowntownFP.com At ThrIVe, IV therapy is an innovative option for those who wish to be hands-on with their health. Qualified and experienced medical personal work with clients to discuss options and find the right choice for their specific health needs and wants. “IV therapy allows for fluids and supplements to be available for immediate access, bypassing the digestive systems,” says Jamie Wells. “Along with meeting essential hydration basics, we help implement natural vitamins, minerals, and amino acids directly into the body’s circulation system to maximize intake.” Wellness services offered: Intravenous (IV) therapy for hydration, vitamins, minerals, and amino acids. Vitamin and supplement injections. Areas of specialty: Essential hydration, energy boost, immune system enhancement, migraines, relief, metabolism regulation, hair, skin and nail health, toxin elimination, athletic/muscle performance and recovery. Philosophy: “ThrIVe Hydration and Wellness works as a facilitator to ensure that you meet one of the most crucial aspects of our health: hydration. We encourage learning and understanding of the benefits of natural alternatives. We thrive on the awareness of unconventional and safe options to live a healthy and fulfilling life,” says Wells.

M A S SAG E & B ODY WOR K NURTURING SOL HEALING ARTS Heather Leah Boreske, Owner 5595 Schenck Ave, Ste 8, Rockledge 941-248-9127 • NurturingSolHealingArts@gmail.com Nurturing Sol Healing Arts offers a multifaceted and alternative approach to healing the body and spirit. Heather Boreske is a Holistic Health Practitioner with over 22 years of experience helping people recover from stress related disorders and imbalances within the physical and energetic bodies. Boreske provides nurturing and healing at the deepest levels in a tranquil atmosphere leaving her clients feeling more grounded and at ease. Wellness services offered: Assisted Lymphatic Therapy, Craniosacral Therapy, Maya Abdominal Massage, Visceral Massage, Health Coaching, Energy Healing, Herbal Pelvic Steams. Areas of specialty: Chronic Illness, digestive disorders, detoxification, chronic inflammatory conditions, fibromyalgia, Lyme disease, mold and heavy metal detox, fertility and reproductive disorders, PTSD, chronic fatigue, headaches, anxiety, depression, insomnia, post-op support and energetic support. Philosophy: Boreske believes the body can heal from all dis-ease by addressing both physical and emotional imbalances and understands the connection between the spiritual, emotional, and physical components of illnesses. She offers very practical and grounded ways of supporting others on their path to whole-body healing and wellness, while also addressing the more mystical components of illness through energetic healing. 32

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N U T R I T ION EATING WITH V Veronica Kolibab, Certified Integrative and Nutrition Health Coach, Certified Belief Clearing Practitioner 772-284-1451 • EatingwithV.com Veronica Kolibab is passionate about helping people easily and deliciously navigate gluten-, dairy-, sugar- and grain-free diets. She has over a decade of experience helping others with healthy eating. Her show, Eating With V, can be seen on her website and features integrative health experts including weight coaches, fitness trainers, plant-based specialists and more. The show explores healthy eating through conversation and cooking demonstrations. Kolibab also offers a Food Labels 101 training series to help her clients detect many of the ingredients hiding in plain sight and locate hidden sugars. Wellness services offered: Online cooking show: Eating With V, in-person and online classes, healthy toxin-reducing foods for purchase. Recipes and meal ideas on her Facebook page. Areas of specialty: Candida diets, gluten-free, dairy-free, sugar-free and grain-free diets. Philosophy: “Each person is uniquely different with individual needs for optimal health,” says Kolibab. “Wellness and illness both begin with the foods we eat, but total health goes beyond just the foods on our plate. It’s how we eat, how we think about food and our body, and several other lifestyle factors beyond food. This is the foundation of integrative nutrition.”

N U T R I T ION I ST S LEE COTTON NUTRITION 900 SE Ocean Blvd, Ste D-130, Stuart • 772-247-4999 • LeeCottonNutrition.com Lee Cotton Nutrition, offers services in nutritional counseling. She is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist who has a “non-diet approach” to eating and is a foodie by heart. Cotton believes in a mind-body approach to wellness and eating foods that are best for individual health. Not a fan of diets, she utilizes evidence-based nutrition and honors the body’s internal cues. The approach Cotton wants for her clients to have is a “way of life” eating pattern that is best suited for their own personal needs. Wellness services offered: Dietitian Areas of specialty: Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, Medical Nutritional Therapy, Family Nutritional Counseling. Philosophy: Cotton believes in taking realistic approach to nutrition and in creating a safe space for clients to be able to discuss their needs without judgment and to cultivate a healthy body image and nurture body acceptance. “From sharing a client’s goals and vision for their health, to assessing their current food struggles and to create plans of actions that are realistic… that is my passion,” says Cotton. “I believe in supporting my clients and educating them to reconnect with their body’s needs.”

VITALITY WELLNESS AND NUTRITION CENTER Christi Buck, RDN, LD, CLT 772-758-2400 • vwanc.com As a life-long sufferer of digestive issues, Christi Buck understands the frustration many people experience with Western medicine and its “patch/not fix” philosophy. Known as “The Gut Guru,” Buck’s healing journey has allowed her to help hundreds of health-minded, self-empowered women finally end their life long digestive issues by finding the missing pieces to their health puzzle so that they can feel vibrant again. Wellness services offered: Holistic nutrition, root cause analysis, functional labs, personalized health programs, individualized diets, and natural remedies. Virtual (tele-health) offered for Florida residents. Complimentary 30-minute discovery call at vwanc.com/discovery-call. Areas of specialty: IBS, diarrhea, constipation, diverticulosis, GERD, leaky gut, food sensitivities, PCOS, migraines, joint pain, microbiome health and more. Philosophy: Buck’s philosophy is based on a 2000-year-old quote by Hippocrates: “All disease begins in the gut.” When the gut microbiome is out of balance, disease can or does present itself. “Vitality Wellness and Nutrition seeks to bridge the gap between Western medicine and natural healing, so that you can get your life back,” says Buck. April 2022 33

QIG ONG THE CLOUDWALKER PLACE John M. Walcott, AS, BA, MMQ Adept 772-453-6449 • TheCloudWalker.com The Cloudwalker Place serves the Treasure Coast offering a variety of classes and healing services virtually and in-person in Vero Beach. Many classes are held in the great outdoors embracing the healing effects of nature. Through qigong and tai chi, students learn to efficiently focus the mind and easily relax the body as a whole. John Walcott, Master of Medical Qigong, founder of The Cloudwalker Place and The Vero Beach Qigong Society, is proud that their certified instructors have been selected by internationally renowned grounding and energy medicine specialist, Amelia Vogler, to do the qigong phase of her next world seminar, Grounding the Hara. Wellness services offered: Medical Qigong Therapy, acupressure, shiatsu, reiki, qigong healing, and discreet distance healing services. In-person qigong and qigong-Tai chi blend classes, daily live zoom videos, and subscription-based online videos. Areas of specialty: Anxiety Disorder, P.T.S.D., immune system deficiencies. C.O.P.D., Parkinsonism, multi-chemical sensitivity, panic attacks and more. Philosophy: “We believe the individual is responsible for recreating their own health and wellbeing. We support your journey with selfapplied, health-enhancing therapies that are especially helpful for anyone resistant to conventional medical therapy,” says Walcott.

S OU N D H E A L I NG SOUND VIBRATIONAL HEALING Deena Rahill, Certified Sound Practitioner 825 NE Ocean Blvd, Hutchison Island, Stuart • 786-488-7782 • SoundVibration.net Deena Rahill, Certified Sound Practitioner, offers sound vibrational healing sessions using crystal bowls, chimes, gongs, bells, drums, and lights to effortlessly empower the nervous system and naturally shift the body’s vibrational frequency into a new desired state of well-being. Wellness services offered: Group and private sessions—individualized and personalized in your home, office, virtual, in Rahill’s space at The Elliott Museum, or even beachfront under the moon. Private couple’s sessions available. Corporate or family groups encouraged. Areas of specialty: Energetic adjustment balances the nervous system, relieves anxiety and panic attacks, reduces stress and physical pain, shifts depression, elevates one’s mood, and deepens a state of relaxation. Philosophy of healing: “Everything on earth and in the entire universe, including ourselves, vibrates through an unseen energy system,” shares Rahill. “Feeling out-of-tune is evidence of an energy system experiencing disharmony. The beneficial effects of sound frequencies open the body’s energy pathways, release energy blockages, and calm the nervous system, all of which allow the natural life force to flow more freely. Homeostasis is achieved by balancing the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems.”

T H E R MO G R A P H Y THERMOGRAPHY OF BREVARD Katie Ainsley, Owner, Certified Clinical Thermographer 1051 Eber Blvd, Ste 102, Melbourne • 3375 20th Street, Ste 110, Vero Beach 2460 N Courtenay Pkwy, Ste 201, Merritt Island 321-312-0363 • ThermographyofBrevard.com Thermography is a screening tool that can detect dysfunction and physiological changes in the body through the thermal patterns on the skin’s surface. Thermography is a radiation-free, non-invasive, pain-free and safe way to detect current issues and alert clients of potential problems. Wellness services offered: Thermography scans of the upper or full body, or breast area, or any other region that is of concern. The Women’s Health Check focuses specifically on concerns for women, such as, thyroid, auto immune, breast, lymphatic, ovaries, uterus, and bladder issues. Areas of specialty: Dental and periodontal concerns, thyroid dysfunction, autonomic dysfunction, inflammation in the carotids, systemic inflammation, breast health, lymphatic congestion, colon, bowel, liver, kidney dysfunction, adrenal fatigue, neuropathy, deep vein thrombosis (DVT), metabolic changes and more. Philosophy of healing: “We believe that prevention is better than detection,” says Katie Ainsley. “Finding areas of concern and fixing them before they become a major health problem is the only way to cure disease. Knowing your risk factors and being proactive about your health gives you the power to stop and reverse disease before it begins.” 34

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W E L L N E S S P RODUC T S AGE ADVANTAGE BRANDS 1345 Seaboard Industrial Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 877-208-8200 • AgeAdvantageBrands.com Age Advantage Brands is the developer, manufacturer, and distributor of CBD Made Easy, Age Advantage Skincare, RAGE Skincare, and Manifest for Men. CBD Made Easy products are made with pressed hemp seed oil to ensure maximum bioavailability and contain no fillers or synthetic ingredients, are non-GMO, and are 100% natural and organic. Straightforward, easy-tounderstand labeling make it simple to choose the right product. Age Advantage Skincare formulas contain good things like retinoids, hyaluronic acid, peptides, and vitamins and none of the nasty fillers, sulfates, or parabens. Rage Skincare products are “fine-tuned” for younger, less damaged skin while Manifest for Men products are designed for the needs of a man’s skin. Products offered: Healthy and Beauty: Age Advantage Skincare, Rage Skincare and Manifest for Men. Wellness Products: Issuespecific, medical-grade, one-of-a-kind CBD products. Products can be found locally and online. Areas of specialty: Skincare Care: Fine lines, wrinkles, sagging skin, sun damaged skin, age spots. CBD: Pain, anxiety, stress, sleeplessness, appetite suppression, energy and focus, alertness and clarity. Philosophy: At Age Advantage Brands, their expert team has over 75 years of combined experience, resulting in products that are all “As Good as They Get!”

RAINBOW HEALTH COMPANY 2020 Murrell Rd, Rockledge • 321-458-6336 • KureItNow.com Rainbow Health Company offers powerful products designed to address the root problem as well as the immediate symptoms caused by mineral deficiencies, which is the leading cause of most disease. “Our line of topical natural healing oils use the largest organ of the body, which is your skin, to deliver transdermal nutrition on a cellular level,” says Gordon Pennington. Wellness products offered: Kure-It frankincense, myrrh and herbal infused healing oils for pain relief and skin issues, natural herbal teas, herbal capsules, incense and salts. The combination of frankincense and myrrh provides synergistic properties for a better therapeutic effect on diseases than individually. Areas of specialty: Revealing and relieving the root causes of pain and inflammation, chronic pain, muscular tension, high blood pressure, diabetes, cancers, liver and kidney disease and many more. Philosophy of healing: “Rainbow Health Company products are based on the principle that the force that created us has put within our environment everything needed to heal naturally, including the instructions for their use which we find hidden within the texts of the Bible, both new and old testament,” says Pennington.

YO G A DOWN TO EARTH YOGA Gina Baldo Studio Manager, E-RYT500, YAECP 1649 SE Port St Lucie Blvd, Port St Lucie 772-224-2444 • DTE-Yoga.com A welcoming community with the goal of inclusivity to “every body.” With a focus on the traditions of yoga and an eye towards the ever-evolving practice, Down to Earth Yoga offers inclusive practices and a tranquil space where levity is encouraged. Classes offered: A wide range of classes including: vinyasa, kundalini, yin, restorative, yogabarre fusion, gentle, chair yoga. Heated and non-heated classes, private sessions in-home and in-studio available. Workshops, meditation classes and foundational classes. Areas of specialty: Stress, trauma, circulatory disorders, back pain and arthritis symptoms. Increase flexibility, muscle strength, mobility and tone; improve respiration, energy and vitality; maintain a balanced metabolism; weight reduction, cardio and circulatory health; improve athletic performance, strength, balance, flexibility and protection from injury. Philosophy: “We believe in community over competition and strive to connect with and support both our personal community of Yogis, as well as other local businesses, causes and studios,” says Gina Baldo. “We believe that this practice and a safe place to hold space for one another is invaluable. We seek to keep our pricing affordable in order to better serve the community.” April 2022 35

Must Reads... Captain IFBI

Author, Dr. Claire Stagg Captain IFBI comes to life with lively colors and beautiful illustrations depicting various countries and cultures. The Captain is a caped superhero, arriving when he is called upon to help children understand the process of taking care of their teeth in a fun way. He spreads love and encouragement as children understand how to keep their teeth beautiful and healthy. Audience: For little ones and their parents. Inspiration: Dr. Stagg believes there is nothing more unifying than a smile. The story is about oral hygiene, but it’s also about sharing a smile. This book not only offers an opportunity for parents and children to connect during their time reading and learning together but also to discover the world culturally and geographically. She wants to empower families to take charge of their health with good oral hygiene habits at any age.

Defying My Fate – Autobiography of a Soul Author, Melissa Dean, MD

A riveting personal memoir of Dr. Melissa Dean. Follow as she traces her path from drug addiction to recovery, then moving on to build her own successful private medical practice. The road to recovery is difficult, but this story of redemption and healing shows how through perseverance and the grace of a Higher Power anything is possible. Audience: Any adult looking for inspiration for a better life. Inspiration: This book is dedicated to all those suffering from addiction. “I want you to know that you are stronger than you think,” says Dr. Dean. “This book was written to inspire people to reach out for help and know that we all have a journey of recovery available to us. That journey can start today, miracles do happen.”

Where to buy: Amazon.com at tinyurl.com/CaptainIFBI

Where to buy: Search for Melissa Dean on Amazon.com or at amzn.to/365BREc

Come on Over

Love you, Sweetie

Fun Menus – Recipes - Budget Friendly Tips to Get the Party Started Author, Debbie Roberts This book is a combination of twenty-two menu plans with one hundred and twenty recipes. Roberts provides the reader simple recipes and options for gluten-free cooking. The book, containing many vinaigrettes, hit number one in the salad category on Amazon. Audience: This book is for anyone who enjoys simple cooking and entertaining. Inspiration: Robert’s inspiration for the book grew out of the loss of her spa business due to covid-19 and her passion for teaching cooking. “I love to help other people discover how easy cooking can be, especially the younger generations that rely so heavily on convenience foods which are subpar on nutrition,” shares Roberts. “I also wanted to show people there are so many reasons to unplug and really connect through family and friendship just by having them ’Come on Over.’” Where to buy: Amazon.com by typing in Come on Over Debbie Roberts, Free on Kindle unlimited 36

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Author, Beth Lambdin

Extraordinary ordinary true stories of one woman’s quest to love, be grateful, and stop complaining. Love You, Sweetie is a collection of personal essays about love – told through relationships with family, friends, colleagues, strangers, and pets. The stories are nostalgic but not treacly, contemporary but not cynical, abundant with unexpected moments of grace that fall like a gentle rain washing everything shiny new again. Audience: Anyone who embraces a life full of joys, sorrows, and absurdities. Inspiration: After years of dithering, Beth Lambdin was inspired to write Love you, Sweetie when a fellow author said, “Just do it!” Of course, Lambdin did not anticipate that “doing” would take three years. She persevered, however, to birth a book she hopes will elicit belly laughs, nods of recognition, and touch readers with the oh-so-human and heartfelt moments that make any ordinary life extraordinary. Where to buy: Search for “Beth Lambdin” on Amazon.com, or at amzn.to/3MKbW5N MyNaturalAwakenings.com

For your Natural Library The Afterlife Frequency

Mark Anthony, JD, The Psychic Explorer World-renowned 4th generation psychic medium, near-death experienced and Oxford-educated attorney Mark Anthony, JD, The Psychic Explorer, bridges the divide between faith and science in this fascinating afterlife exploration, taking you around the globe, from the cosmic to the subatomic, and into the human soul itself. Mark Anthony reveals how the human experience encompasses Spirit Communication, whether through a medium, Near-Death Experience, Death Bed Vision or visitation from spirits of loved ones. The Afterlife Frequency presents scientific proof spirit communication isn’t paranormal or supernatural but a normal part of human nature and a powerful instrument of healing and love.

God Encounters Are Real Author, LaVerne Moore-Slaughter LaVerne Moore-Slaughter has authored this easy-to-relate-to book of compilations detailing her personal encounters with God and how the gift of what some might call a sixth sense has brought her closer to her God. Each experience shows how, through an acceptance of the unseen, Moore’s life has been guided and directed to find inner peace; and how messages are often given to her to help guide others. Audience: Skeptics, believers, non-believers and the curious.

Inspiration: To assist those suffering with grief caused by the loss of a loved one by connecting them with loved ones in spirit to prove the existence of the Afterlife and eternal nature of the soul.

Inspiration: “I wanted the world to know having a connection with a higher power is real,” shares Moore. “I realized when I was feeling strange about someone, I needed to pay attention to my feelings. Each time I told a person what I was feeling they would say, “where did that come from?” I would tell them I cannot explain it, it’s God’s business not mine.”

Where to buy: AfterlifeFrequency.com

Where to buy: Amazon.com and EncountersAreReal.net

Life, Death and In-Between

Recognize and Heal Yourself Through the Power of the Spirit

Audience: Anyone interested in the afterlife.

Author, Beth Lynch

In Life, Death and In-Between the reader is taken a journey of healing. We align to the truth of who we really are as intuitive, intelligent, creative and eternal human beings. Lynch shares her personal journey to heal and understand death after she woke from a dream hearing her mother was dead. Her mother was killed in the 1993 Amtrak train crash at the very moment of the dream. She shares how the journey of grief and healing brought her to understand her empathy, sense of knowing and her gift to feel and communicate with Spirit. Audience: Ages 14 years and up. Inspiration: Lynch’s experience inspired her to help others, opening doors she never would have walked through if she hadn’t experienced it herself. “In understanding the Spirit, we can heal, love and laugh again, in the most challenging of times,” says Lynch. Where to buy: GreatReads.store/product/life-deathand-in-between

Author, Gabriele

The human being is an energy field of the Spirit. Weakening this energy field leads to illness, while a right way of living lets us remain healthy and spiritually active. Learn about the seven consciousness centers: switching points of the spiritual-divine life-force that link soul and body. Experience self-healing via the power of the Spirit, and through the effects of different fragrances, colors and sounds. Audience: Those seeking health and vitality, through a life of high ethics toward people and animals. An Excerpt for Inspiration: “The human being is a vibrating body of energy. Thousands of rays hit this body every minute, which may either keep it healthy or harm it. It all depends on the person’s behavior in his everyday life, and especially, on how he programs himself . . .” Where to buy: Gabriele-Publishing-House.com, 844-576-0937, and Amazon.com/Recognize-YourselfThrough-Power-Spirit/dp/3964460303 April 2022 37

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Avoid Formaldehyde to Sidestep Cognitive Problems

A new type of immunotherapy that enables T-cells to fight cancer cells is proving hopeful for people with the deadly skin cancer melanoma, and a new study has found that a high-fiber diet improves the effectiveness of the therapy. Researchers from the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center reported in Science that, by analyzing the gut microbiome in hundreds of patients, they found that higher dietary fiber intake was linked with disease nonprogression among patients receiving immune checkpoint blockade therapy compared to patients eating little fiber. The results were strongest in patients that ate the most dietary fiber, but did not take probiotics, a finding that was replicated with lab animals.

Consider Berberine and Probiotics to Improve Cholesterol

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When used together, the plant alkaloid berberine and the probiotic Bifidobacterium breve work synergistically to significantly improve total cholesterol and low-density lipoprotein cholesterol levels, reports a new study in Gut Microbes from Shanghai Jiao Tung University, in China. Researchers tested 365 diabetes patients at 20 centers throughout the country, giving them either a placebo, one of the two substances or both. Comparing post-meal blood samples after 12 weeks, patients that had taken both the berberine and the probiotic had significantly better cholesterol readings and experienced positive changes in the gut microbiome, as well as better fatty acid metabolism. 38

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Workers exposed over years to formaldehyde may experience thinking and memory problems later in life, researchers at the University of Montpellier, in France, have concluded. Their study published in the journal Neurology surveyed and tested more than 75,000 people with an average age of 58. Of those, 8 percent were exposed to formaldehyde through their occupations as nurses; caregivers; medical technicians; workers in the textile, chemistry and metal industries; carpenters and cleaners. The risk of developing thinking and memory problems was an average of 17 percent higher in people that were exposed to formaldehyde on the job than those with no such exposure. People exposed to formaldehyde for 22 years or longer had a 21 percent higher risk of cognitive impairment.

Try Fenugreek to Boost Male Fertility and Health Fenugreek, an herb used in Indian curries and Middle Eastern cuisine, has been shown in studies to increase breast milk production in women, and a 12-week study of 100 men has found that it also boosts male testosterone and fertility. A research team at King George’s Medical University, in Lucknow, India, gave 500 milligrams a day of an extract made from fenugreek seeds to men that ranged in ages from 35 to 60. Sperm motility, or movement, significantly increased at eight and 12 weeks of treatment, while abnormal sperm morphology significantly decreased at 12 weeks. Testosterone levels, cholesterol markers and libido also improved. Higher levels of alertness were documented, along with lower blood pressure. MyNaturalAwakenings.com

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Practice Good Dental Care to Lower Heart and Cognitive Risks A whopping 47 percent of U.S. adults over 30 have periodontal disease, and the consequences can be severe for their physical and mental health, suggests a new study in the journal BMJ Open. Researchers from the UK University of Manchester followed 64,379 people diagnosed with periodontal disease, including gingivitis, marked by swollen and red gums, as well as periodontitis, in which gums pull away from the tooth and bone or teeth are lost. The subjects, with an average age of 44, were compared over an average of three years to 251,161 people without the disease. Those with periodontal disease had a 37 percent higher risk of mental health problems, such as depression, anxiety and serious mental illness; a 33 percent higher risk of developing autoimmune diseases like arthritis, Type 1 diabetes and psoriasis; an 18 percent higher risk of cardiovascular disease, including heart failure, stroke and vascular dementia; and a 26 percent higher risk for developing Type 2 diabetes. “This research provides further, clear evidence why healthcare professionals need to be vigilant for early signs of gum disease and how it can have wide-reaching implications for a person’s health, reinforcing the importance of taking a holistic approach when treating people,” says Caroline Aylott, head of research delivery at the University of Birmingham Versus Arthritis Centre for Musculoskeletal Ageing Research.

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A poll by Ipsos conducted for the ocean conservation group Oceana last November found that 82 percent of registered U.S. voters responding would like the National Park Service to stop selling and distributing single-use plastic items. The survey revealed broad appreciation for national parks, with around four in five respondents saying they had been to a park and 83 percent of previous park visitors looking forward to a return visit. Oceana Plastics Campaign Director Christy Leavitt says, “These polling results indicate that Americans, whether Republican or Democrat, want our parks to be unmarred by the pollution caused by single-use plastic.” The results show broad support for a campaign led by Oceana and more than 300 other environmental organizations which sent a letter to Interior Secretary Deb Haaland asking the parks to end the sale and distribution of plastic beverage bottles, bags, foodware and cutlery, and plastic foam products. The proposed Reducing Waste in National Parks Act would see such a policy enacted if passed. “The National Park Service was created to preserve these natural and historic spaces, and in order to truly uphold that purpose, it needs to ban the sale and distribution of single-use plastic items, many of which will end up polluting our environment for centuries to come, despite being used for only a moment,” says Leavitt.

Researchers at the University of British Columbia found that increased farm sizes resulted in a 15 percent decline in bird diversity. Frederik Noack, assistant professor in the Food and Resource Economics Group, part of their faculty of land and food systems, says, “Wildlife is a good indicator of a healthy agroecosystem, and one thing we wanted to understand was the link between farm size and biodiversity in surrounding areas.” A diverse bird population provides natural pest control and maintenance of an overall healthy ecosystem. They studied how various farming indicators impacted the diversity of local birds in the farmland bordering the former “Iron Curtain” in Germany. On the Western side of the former political border, farms are five times larger than on the Eastern side, a legacy of Communist farm collectivization. Although farms in East Germany have been privatized for 30 years, sharp differences in farm size remain along the former border, providing an opportunity to study the impact on biodiversity in an ecologically similar environment. Noack says, “Our results show that the negative impact of increased farm size can be mitigated by conserving land cover diversity within the agricultural landscape. In practice, this could mean incentivizing riparian buffer strips, forest patches, hedgerows or agroforestry.”

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WHAT LABELS MEAN Americans waste about 40 percent of the food supply every year, which translates to billions of pounds of edible food rotting in landfills and generating dangerous greenhouse gases, along with the dollars leaking out of our wallets. We squander limited resources like water and fuel and needlessly uptick our carbon footprint to produce and transport food that will never be consumed. One major contributor to this problem is expiration labeling—those ambiguous “best before” or “sell by” dates on canned goods, prepared foods, egg cartons, milk jugs and meat packages. Consumers are not quite sure what they mean, and as a result, they often throw out ingredients that are perfectly good to eat. Except for baby formula, the U.S. Department of Agriculture does not require or regulate date labels. Generated by food manufacturers, these cryptic markings convey information about the quality and freshness of products rather than their safety. Experts advise that food that doesn’t show signs of spoilage after a specified date can still be eaten. Instead of allowing a package date to dictate the lifecycle of food, we can

Best if used by/before date indicates when a product is at peak quality and flavor. Freeze by date denotes when an item should be frozen to maintain peak quality. Sell by date tells a retailer how long to display the product for sale.

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n a blustery day, Julian Hoffman stood outdoors and watched wild bison grazing in the restored grassland of Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie, fewer than 50 miles from downtown Chicago. For him, it was a wild place, affording a glimpse of what North America looked like hundreds of years ago when bison roamed the continent by the millions. “We’re witnessing, in a way that’s both terrible and tragic, just what the profound cost is of continuing to destroy the natural world,” he writes. Saving wild places is critical for human health and well-being, say both scientists and environmentalists. But defining what a wild place is or what the word wilderness means can be difficult, says Hoffman, author of Irreplaceable: The Fight to Save Our Wild Places. “If wilderness means a place untouched by humans, then none is left,” he says. Even the set-aside wildernesses where no one may have ever stepped have been altered through climate change, acid rain and other human interventions. Humans are also losing the wilderness that is defined as land set aside solely for plants and creatures other than humans. Prominent naturalist David Attenborough, whose most recent documentary is A Life on Our Planet, says that in 1937, when he was a boy, about 66 percent of the world’s wilderness areas remained. By 2020, it was down to 35 percent. A wild place can be as spectacular as Yellowstone, a 3,500-square-mile national park in Wyoming, Idaho, and Montana, filled with hot springs, canyons, wolves, and elk. It can also be as simple as a sky filled with a murmuration, or gathering, of thousands of swooping starlings, which once caused two teens to stop taking selfies and photograph the natural scene above them instead, as Hoffman witnessed in Great Britain. Such regions that offer vast tracts of natural beauty and biodiversity are even found in and around major cities like Chicago, says Chicagoland nature blogger Andrew Morkes. “A wild place is also where you don’t see too many people, or any people, and you can explore,” he says.

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“You can walk up a hill and wonder what’s around the next bend.” “A wild place could be a 15-minute drive from home where we can walk among plants in a meadow, or a tree-lined street, or front and back yard, if landscaped with wild creatures in mind,” says Douglas Tallamy, author of Nature’s Best Hope: A New Approach to Conservation that Starts with Your Yard.

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“We need these places to save ourselves,” says Tallamy, who heads the Department of Entomology and Wildlife Ecology at the University of Delaware. “Humans are totally dependent on the production of oxygen and clean water, and that happens with the continued existance of flowering plants, which are dependent on the continued existence of all the pollinators. When you lose the pollinators, you lose 90 percent of the flowering plants on the Earth. That is not an option if we want to stay alive and healthy.” Our mental and emotional health is also at stake. According to a recent overview in the journal Environmental Health Perspectives, studies have shown that natural settings can lower blood pressure, reduce depression and anxiety, and help the immune system function better. People have saved wild places over time, of course. “The world’s ancient redwoods are still with us today because people in the early 1900s fought to protect and preserve what they could already see was rapidly diminishing,” Hoffman says. “In the year 2022, we are the beneficiaries of those past actions. Yet less than 5 percent of those old-growth redwood groves are left, and we live in an age where we’re losing an extraordinary range of wild species; for example, 3 billion birds have disappeared from the skies of North America in just the past 50 years. That’s why people need to continue to fight for wild spaces.”

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In their book The Living Landscape: Designing for Beauty and Biodiversity in the Home Garden, University of Delaware ecology professor Douglas Tallamy and landscape designer Rick Darke show how to create wild spaces in yards, including what and where to plant and how to manage the land. They advise homeowners to: Stop using pesticides and herbicides. Replace non-native plants with those native to the region. Reduce lawn space, converting it to native plants. Leave leaf litter, withering plants and dying trees alone to provide shelter and food for wildlife. n Create a small pond or another water feature.

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“Mourning cloak butterflies overwinter as mature adults. If you say, ‘Hey, let’s just clean up all of that so-called leaf litter,’ you could be cleaning up the habitat of mourning cloaks and killing them,” says Darke, who has served as a horticultural consultant for botanic gardens and other public landscapes in Texas, Maryland, New York, Illinois and Delaware. “That’s not litter. It’s meaningful habitat.

place as when I spent time with the community fighting to preserve this tiny meadow,” he recalls. “They campaigned and lobbied politicians, and eventually, the government backed down. And now the whole community is able to enjoy this site where a lot of urban wildlife thrives.” Once-wild places may also need human help to again become wild refuges. The Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie, where Hoffman saw the buffalo, “was once an arsenal for the production of extraordinary quantities of ordnance for a number of wars,” he says. After hundreds of diehard volunteers dug out invasive plants, scattered seed and documented wildlife on the 18,000-acre prairie, visitors can now walk among big bluestem and golden alexander, and listen for the sweet song of meadowlarks in the grasslands and chorus frogs in the wetlands. Conservation volunteers working to save wild places hail from every state. In fact, nearly 300,000 volunteers contribute more than 6.5 million hours of volunteer service a year to the U.S. National Park Service, from leading tours to studying wildlife and hosting campgrounds. 48

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One doesn’t have to be an environmental crusader to save wild places, Hoffman stresses. Exploring local wild places and sharing them with others can help save them, as well. “We can only protect those places that we love,” he says. “And we can only love those places that we know.” Sadly, roughly 100 million people, including 28 million children, do not have access to a quality park within 10 minutes of home, according to The Trust for Public Land. Projects, such as the Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership Program, which enables urban communities to create outdoor spaces, can help. The U.S. Department of the Interior committed $150 million to the program in 2021. “Every child in America deserves to have a safe and nearby place to experience the great outdoors,” says Interior Secretary Deb Haaland.

A Homegrown National Park Tallamy says one of the most important ways to get people to appreciate and save wild places is to begin in their own yards. “We have wilderness designations. We have

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“A dead tree in your home landscape, called a snag, often contributes as much to the local ecology as a living tree,” he adds. “For example, woodpeckers build nests in holes or cavities in a snag, and countless insects find shelter and nourishment in the organic material of the snag.” national forests. We have national parks. We have 12 percent of the U.S. protected from development,” he says. “Yet, we are in the sixth great extinction. Our parks and our preserves are not enough. My point is that we have got to focus on the areas outside of parks and preserves.” He urges what he calls a “homegrown national park,” in which homeowners, land managers and farmers create a habitat by replacing invasive plants with native species. Tallamy speaks from experience. He lives on a 10-acre former farm in Oxford, Pennsylvania. “It had been mowed for hay and when we moved in, very little life was here,” he says. “We have been rebuilding the eastern deciduous forest here, getting invasive plants under control and replanting with species that ought to be here.” He’s now counted more than 1,400 different species of moths on his property and documented 60 species of birds nesting within the landscape. “We have foxes who raise their kits in the front yard,” he says. Lots of acreage is not required, he says. In Kirkwood, Missouri, homeowners MyNaturalAwakenings.com

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created a wild place on six-tenths of an acre on which they’ve documented 149 species of birds. “If one person does it, it’s not going to work,” he stresses. “The point is to get those acres connected. When everybody adopts this as a general landscape culture, it’s going to help tremendously. By rewilding your yard, you are filling in spaces between the true wild places and natural areas. The reason our wild spaces are not working in terms of conservation is because they are too small and too isolated. Even the biggest national parks are too small or too isolated.” Tallamy says people can create wild spaces in their yards by reducing the amount of lawn they have or even getting rid of it. They can grow native plants and discontinue the use of pesticides and herbicides, which are disrupting ecological function of wild places the world over, as research shows. Hoffman agrees, “We’ve cultivated a culture of tidiness. It’s actually very easy to welcome wildlife into your home places, often by doing fewer things, by

not bringing the leaf blower out and by leaving some dead wood where it fell, which creates important shelters for insects, for example. “Such wild yard spaces encourage wonder. Suddenly, the kids are out there and they can be absolutely fascinated by a small glittering beetle. For me, to experience the wild is to go to the shore of a lake, to be present in the mystery, to be among the lake’s reed beds, to see a marsh harrier sleek out of those reeds and to know you’re part of something much larger,” he says. “There’s so much joy and beauty and

complexity in being in the presence of other lives besides human.” That in itself is reason enough to save wild places. Sheryl DeVore has written six books on science, health and nature, as well as health and environmental stories for national and regional publications. Read more at SherylDeVore.wordpress.com.

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s a former bartender, Katie Cheney enjoys mixing drinks for friends, and one night recently, in her San Francisco apartment, she tried out something new: an alcohol-free “Noquila Sunrise” made with a distilled, plant-based spirit. “I was actually pleasantly surprised. Even though we were drinking nonalcoholic drinks, we still had just as much fun as usual!” recalls Cheney, who blogs at DrinksSaloon.com. In New York City, Marcos Martinez has begun drinking virgin piña coladas when out on the town with friends. “The feeling is surprisingly great since I don’t wake up with hangovers. More importantly, I’ve realized that I don’t have to use alcohol as a crutch for my social anxiety,” says Martinez, who owns the black gay lifestyle blog TheMenWhoBrunch.com. At Chicago’s Kumiko Japanese cocktail bar, owner Julia Momosé offers a menu of what she calls “Spiritfrees,” crafted without alcohol and with ingredients like yarrow, ume—a Japanese fruit—and cardamom. “Folks comment on how they appreciate that it is ‘more than just juice,’ or how surprised they are at their depth, texture and complexity,” she says. The “sober-curious”—people experimenting with alcohol-free beverages as a way of prioritizing their health and fitness over a short-lived buzz—are changing America’s drinking culture. For the first time in 20 years, fewer Americans are regularly drinking, reports Gallup, and tipplers are drinking measurably less than they did 10 years ago. No longer stuck with a seltzer while dodging questions from inquisitive imbibers, today the sober-inclined can sip from a vast array of sophisticated

“You have your wits about you, you can drive if necessary, you are less likely to say or do something you might regret and you won’t have a hangover the next morning.”

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–Kerry Benson choices—from faux vodka in exotic, crafted drinks to prizewinning sparkling wines to low- and no-alcohol craft beer. Nobooze options can be easily ordered at restaurants, picked up at supermarkets or delivered at home with a few online clicks. “The best part about having a fun, non-alcoholic beverage in hand is that you get the taste and experience of a cocktail or beer, just without the alcohol and potential negative side effects,” says dietitian Kerry Benson, co-author of Mocktail Party: 75 PlantBased, Non-Alcoholic Mocktail Recipes for Every Occasion. “You have your wits about you, you can drive if necessary, you are less likely to say or do something you might regret and you won’t have a hangover the next morning. And alcohol-free drinks are usually less expensive than their alcoholic counterparts.” Sober-curious strategies range widely. Some people start tentatively, but increasingly turn to non-alcoholic drinks because they prefer the taste, price and lower calorie count, as well as the diminished risk of heart and liver disease. Others may go cold turkey for a month or two to break a pandemicinduced habit, alternate alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks at a game or bar to avoid getting tipsy, or drink a Bloody Mary for a weekend brunch and virgin versions during the week to enhance work productivity. The sales of non-alcoholic beverages shot up 33 percent to $331 million in 2021, reports Nielsen, and online sales of non- and low-alcoholic beverages skyrocketed 315 percent. To compete for the Millennials-heavy market, distillers like Seedlip, Suntory and Lyre’s have created beverages evoking tequila, Campari and vodka; breweries like Guinness, Budweiser and Carlsberg and small crafters are offering robust-tasting near- and no-alcohol beers; and wineries are using distillation and reverse osmosis to produce fine, low-alcohol Cabernets, Chardonnays and other varieties. Niche products are growing: for example, Los Angeles-based Optimist Botanicals bills its gin-, vodka- and tequila-like botanical blends as being vegan, gluten-free and paleo- and keto-friendly. On the home front, people are making their own concoctions, often with natural and herbal ingredients, such as pears, tomatoes, cilantro and spices. “Garden-grown produce, windowsill herbs and farmers market finds are the ideal foundation for recipes, from tea sangrias to shaken mocktails,” says New Jersey cooking instructor and recipe developer Vanessa Young, creator of ThirstyRadish.com. As an example, she says, “A slice of brûléed fruit gives a non-alcoholic drink a touch of smoky sweetness, plus it is so appealing in the glass.” Substance abuse counselors caution that beverages that mimic alcohol may not be a good route for recovery from serious alcohol abuse because they can reawaken destructive patterns.

And consumers are advised to look carefully at labels. “Alcoholfree” beer contains 0.0 percent alcohol. “Non-alcoholic” beer can contain up to 0.5 percent alcohol, but some have been found to contain up to 2 percent—not desirable if pregnant or in recovery. Still, says Karolina Rzadkowolska, author of Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier, More Confident You, “The popularity of alcohol-free drinks is changing a culture. We are going from a culture that glamorizes drinking at every social situation, with little valid excuse to decline, to a culture that gives people healthier options.” Health writer Ronica O’Hara can be contacted at OHaraRonica@gmail.com.

MAPLE PEAR SPARKLER ½ cup pure maple syrup ¼ cup filtered water 1 rounded tsp fresh pomegranate arils (about 12 arils, or seeds) 1 tsp fresh lemon juice ½ oz maple simple syrup 2¼ oz pear juice 2 oz sparkling mineral water Bartlett pear slices for garnish For the syrup, whisk to combine ½ cup maple syrup with ¼ cup filtered water in a small saucepan, and heat until small bubbles begin to form around the edge. Remove from the heat and allow to cool. In the meantime, to prepare the jewel-like pomegranate arils, score a fresh pomegranate cross-wise. Twist to separate into halves. Loosen the membrane around the edges and tap firmly with a wooden spoon over a bowl to collect the pomegranate arils. Continue to loosen the membrane and tap to release all the arils. For each drink, gently mash the pomegranate arils with lemon juice in a muddler, then add the mixture into a cocktail shaker, along with the syrup, pear juice and ice. Shake to chill, and strain into a glass to serve. Top with sparkling mineral water. Add a slice of ripe Bartlett or brûléed pear. Courtesy of Vanessa Young of ThirstyRadish.com. April 2022 51

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hat we choose to put on our plates influences not only our physical health, but also the health of the environment. While much of the climate conversation focuses on the burning of fossil fuels, commercial food production—particularly livestock—uses large amounts of land, water and energy. Wasted food contributes to approximately 10 percent of all greenhouse gas emissions. Leigh Prezkop, food loss and waste specialist for the World Wildlife Fund (WWF), says agriculture accounts for about 70 percent of the world’s fresh water use, while pasture and crop land accounts for about 50 percent of the Earth’s habitable land. 52

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“The environmental impacts begin with the soil,” Prezkop explains. “Soil that’s depleted of nutrients loses its ability to capture carbon and produce nutrient-rich foods. The long chain continues with the processing and packaging of that food, and then transporting it to grocery store shelves and, eventually, to the consumer’s home.”

Eat Less Meat Animal agriculture is the leading cause of climate change, argues author, screenwriter and playwright Glen Merzer in his latest book, Food Is Climate: A Response to Al Gore, Bill Gates, Paul Hawken & the Conventional Narrative on Climate Change. “When we

have 93 million cattle farmed in the U.S. and 31 billion animals farmed globally each year, they create mountains of waste,” says Merzer, a dedicated vegan of 30 years. “That waste infiltrates water supplies and causes contamination, such as E. coli outbreaks, in foods like lettuce and tomatoes that are grown downstream.” He adds that cows belch methane, a far more powerful greenhouse gas than carbon dioxide, and that grass-fed cows belch even more of it than grain-fed, feedlot cows. In addition, nitrogen fertilizers used to grow animal feed run into waterways. Overfishing and ocean warming threaten populations of phytoplankton, which sequester carbon dioxide and seed clouds. Deforestation to MyNaturalAwakenings.com

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“When food is wasted, we’re not just throwing away food, but everything it took to produce that food is also wasted— the water, the fertilizer and the land.” –Leigh Prezkop create grazing land may be the single greatest future threat to our climate because forests also sequester carbon and provide a home for diverse flora and fauna.

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Prezkop emphasizes that despite these problems with the industrial food chain, changing the way we produce food is also the solution. The WWF works with suppliers to educate and promote regenerative production practices. On the consumer side, changing the way food is produced can be achieved by changing people’s dietary demands. “We don’t prescribe people to eat a certain way. We do believe different people and cultures have different dietary needs,” she says. “The global north eats a lot of meat, so we do recommend a plant-forward diet while still incorporating animal proteins, depending on individual dietary needs.” Merzer argues that we have little control over fossil fuel burning, but we can control our diets. He promotes plantbased eating as a primary solution to climate change. Changing mindsets about “normal” traditions, such as having hamburgers on the Fourth of July or turkey on Thanksgiving, can be difficult, but achievable with the planet at stake, he says. Sophie Egan, founder of FullTableSolutions.com and author of How to Be a Conscious Eater: Making Food Choices That Are Good For You, Others, and the Planet, advises to start small by looking at the foods eaten most frequently and identifying ways to make simple swaps. “If you have toast with butter every morning, that could be changed to a nut butter. A sandwich with cold cuts every day for lunch, that can be replaced with a roasted vegetables and hummus sandwich or an avocado sandwich. You can still eat something in a familiar form, but replace ingredients with lower-emissions options,” she says. If someone is intimidated by switching to an all plant-based diet, a flexitarian option emphasizing foods from the plant kingdom while enjoying meat only occasionally may be more sustainable throughout a person’s lifetime. Her book contains

SCRAP VEGETABLE STOCK Those potatoes that start to sprout, the straggler stalks of celery wilting in the back of the crisper drawer or that pompon of green carrot tops can all be used to make vegetable stock. This is a very general recipe with plenty of creative license to get more mileage from leftover vegetables that normally would have been discarded. Start by collecting vegetable scraps that typically aren’t used—thick asparagus ends, carrot tops and broccoli stems. Even wilted kale or limp carrots that are no longer good to eat fresh, but are still free from mold or mush, can be added. Coarsely chop scrap veggies and put them into a freezer bag. Store them in the freezer until four to five pounds of vegetable scrap have been accumulated. yield: about 3 quarts 4 to 5 lb vegetable scraps (can include the freezer bag of vegetable scraps, green tops from a fresh bunch of carrots, slightly wilted kale, turnips that are starting to turn soft or any combination) 2 bay leaves 6 garlic cloves, peeled and smashed 2 medium onions, cut into quarters 6 quarts water Salt to taste Coarsely chop all vegetables and add to a large stockpot. (If the vegetables are still frozen, dump them into the stockpot; they’ll begin to thaw during the cooking process.) Add the water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring frequently. Cook for about two hours or until the liquid is reduced by about half and the color begins to fade from the vegetables. Let the mixture cool. Strain the stock into a large bowl. Compost the vegetables, as they are now flavorless; all of the flavors have been cooked into the broth. Strain broth a second time through a cheesecloth or sieve for an even clearer broth. Salt to taste and portion into Mason jars. Store in the refrigerator for one to two weeks, or freeze if saving for later use. Courtesy of Sheila Julson.

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a “protein scorecard” from the World Resources Institute that lists animal and plant sources in terms of greenhouse gas emissions per gram of protein from the worst offenders to the least, with beef (along with goat and lamb) being at the top. Prezkop recommends eating a wide variety of foods. “Currently, 75 percent of food produced is from 12 plant species and five animal species, despite that there are thousands of varieties. This means there’s less diversity happening in the field. Diversity helps with regeneration and healthy soils. Producing the same crops over and over means there’s no crop rotation and no diversity happening, leading to degraded soils and deforestation to produce more of the same crop.” Egan adds that diets that are over-reliant on just a few food sources like corn, wheat, rice and soy threaten the Earth and can lead to food insecurity. “Think of it as risk management with a financial portfolio: We have a diversified portfolio of foods available to feed a growing population, but as the climate warms, extreme weather events threaten yields because lack of fresh water and unhealthy soil threaten the planet and, ultimately, food production.” Eating food that is as close as to its original state as possible is better for the planet. “The more food is processed, the more resources it took to get it to market,” Prezkop notes.

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Prezkop says approximately 40 percent of the food produced globally is lost while still on the farm or further up the supply chain. “When food is wasted, we’re not just throwing away food, but everything it took to produce that food is also wasted—the water, the fertilizer and the land.” A recent WWF report entitled Driven To Waste cites new data indicating that food waste contributes to approximately 10 percent of all greenhouse gas emissions— nearly twice the emissions produced annually by all the cars in the U.S. and Europe. Egan suggests using a shopping list; impulse buys can be forgotten and are prone to spoiling. Keeping food visible by putting fruits and vegetables front and center ensures they won’t be forgotten. Leftovers can be kept from languishing by designating a section of the refrigerator for food to eat first or a day of the week to eat leftovers for dinner. “You can freeze just about anything,” Egan says, from leftover bread to cheese, which can be shredded before frozen. Even scrambled eggs can be poured into a freezer container to use later. (For more ideas, check out SaveTheFood.com and Dana Gunders’ Waste-Free Kitchen Handbook.) Nonprofits throughout the country are creating solutions to divert food waste from the landfills. Keep Austin Fed, a nonprofit comprised of mostly volunteers, helps neighbors experiencing food insecurity by redistributing wholesome, nutritious, surplus food from any food-permitted business. Volunteers pick up leftover food from urban gardens, rural farms, grocery stores and caterers serving area tech firms. All prepared food accepted and redistributed is handled by licensed food handlers. Executive Director Lisa Barden says that Keep Austin Fed redistributed 982,428 pounds of food, or the equivalent of 818,695 meals, in 2021, thus keeping it out of the waste stream. Similarly missioned organizations exist nationwide. FoodRescue.us, with 40 locations in 20 states, provides assistance and even a dropoff/pickup app for people starting local groups. Since its founding in 2011, it has provided 85 million meals and kept 109 million pounds of excess food out of landfills. Its website offers a potent plea: “Fight Hunger. Help the Planet. Be the Rescue.” Sheila Julson is a Milwaukee-based freelance writer and contributor to Natural Awakenings magazine. MyNaturalAwakenings.com

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with what a bird looks like and sounds like, these are tools I’m always glad to have in my back pocket,” she explains. At least 6,300 nature apps were available in 2015, according to Paul Jepson and Richard Ladle, Oxford environmental scholars and co-authors of “Nature Apps: Waiting for the Revolution,” a research paper published in the Swedish environmental journal Ambio. Such programs are only beginning to scratch the surface of what is possible. They write, “As most people own a mobile phone today, the app—though a small device—is a major way conservationists could be reaching a huge audience with transformative possibilities.” Right now, some apps allow the user to point a smartphone to a plant or animal to get instant feedback on its common or scientific name. Others ask the user questions about what they are seeing and suggest an identity based on the answers. Some allow the user to interact with scientists, share their knowledge, record their observations and contribute to science. Perhaps the most popular nature app is iNaturalist, which has all those features and more. “Our mission has been to connect people to nature through technology,” says Scott Loarie, co-director of iNaturalist, a joint initiative of the California Academy of Sciences and the National Geographic Society. “By 2030, we want to connect 100 million people to nature to facilitate science and conservation.” The app began as a master’s degree project at the University of California, Berkeley, in 2008, and today 2 million MyNaturalAwakenings.com

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people have recorded about 100 million observations, covering one in six species on the planet. “iNaturalist has grown to the point where it’s helping take the pulse of biodiversity,” he adds. Newcomers are often mentored and helped with identifications by volunteers that are experts in different fields. One example is a worldwide competition called the City Nature Challenge in which beginning and advanced naturalists document urban flora and fauna for several days. During the event, people share their photos of plants and animals on iNaturalist. During Chicago’s Challenge, Eric Gyllenhaal, who blogs about nature on the city’s west side, found an uncommon species. “A Canadian expert helped confirm the identification as a bronze ground beetle native to Europe,” says Cassi Saari, project manager of natural areas for the Chicago Park District. “It’s an introduced species in Illinois and could have implications for wildlife in the region down the line.” Two other nature apps that Loarie likes are eBird (eBird.org) and Merlin (Merlin. AllAboutBirds.org), both administered by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, in Ithaca, New York. With eBird, users can report on their phones a list of birds they’re seeing in the wild, including when and where, and the sightings are added to a database for scientific research. Merlin is a field guide app to help folks identify the birds they are seeing. “Merlin has taken on authoring content with great descriptions of birds, something iNaturalist doesn’t do,” Loarie points out. “Merlin also just released sound recognition in the app, so people can identify birds by sound. It’s huge for birders.” Award-winning nature photographer Adriana Greisman, of Phoenix, says she uses both Merlin and iBird (iBird.com), another field guide app, to identify birds in the wild and when processing photos. “These are great resources to identify unknown species and to learn about their behavior.” The favorite app of Joyce Gibbons, a volunteer at the Natural Land Institute, in Rockford, Illinois, is Odonata Central (OdonataCentral.org), which focuses on her passion—dragonflies and damselflies, collectively called odonates.

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SPACE COAST EVENTS FRIDAY, APRIL 1 New Moon Guided Meditation – 5:30-7pm. During this meditation, you may lie on a mat, sit in a chair, or sit on a cushion. Anthony Profeta takes us on this meditative journey of healing, relaxation, and connection. The Crystal and Himalayan Bowls will be played during the entire meditation. Suggested: Bring yoga mat or pillow. $20. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events.

SATURDAY, APRIL 2 Weekend Meditation Course – 10am-6:30pm. The Cultivation of Compassion & Heartfulness- Saturday 10am-6:30pm & Sunday 1-6:30pm. Touching on the History and practice of traditional metta (lovingkindness), forgiveness, and compassion meditation. Approaching self-compassion and learning and practicing mindful communication with ourselves and others. Led by Anthony Profeta. $375. Aquarian

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MONDAY, APRIL 4 Ong Namo Guru Dev Namo: Mantra Chant and Yoga Flow – 5:30-7pm. Sound vibration and frequency is well known for releasing energy blocks and elevating our awareness. After a 20-minute gentle yoga flow, we sit comfortably to chant for 31 minutes. We discover the profound transformation within as we chant openly and mindfully, allowing our united voices to clear and elevate. A guided meditation closes the class, allowing students to return to their evening feeling a beautiful sense of stillness. Led by Leah Dubois. $25. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events.

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making mistakes, & having experiences necessary for our soul’s growth & development. This regression will be led by meditation teacher & ARE certified past life regression therapist, Anthony Profeta, who in addition to guiding, will also be using singing bowls to help us access a deep, relaxed state. Access the deep unconscious memories to help fit together pieces of a puzzle and to understand ourselves better. Bring yoga mat or pillow. $40. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events.

THURSDAY, APRIL 7 Spiritual Intuitive Development and Healing Course – 7-8:30pm. The 8-week course teaches spiritual independence and helps build a strong foundation to prepare for the more advanced practices. Teachings include: Techniques for balancing the Chakras, Techniques for Reading the Aura, Spirit Guides, Past Life Regression technique, Intuitive Development and more. Cheri Hart is a professional clairvoyant, a Medical Intuitive, and a Certified Master-Healer. Bring a journal and pen. $250 (includes handouts & mentoring). Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events.

FRIDAY, APRIL 8 Sacred Women’s Gathering: Relax, Reflect and Renew – 6-8pm. Calling all women: Relax, Reflect and Renew in safe space with Pam Peach and Susan Rizzo. Tuning into Self and the Sacred with tea ceremony, yoga nidra, toning and the soothing, healing sounds of mantra, and the crystal bowls. $30.

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Unity Merritt Island Spring Festival & Rummage Sale – 9am-2pm. Music, Refreshments, Raffle, Vendor items including books, toys, tools, clothes, jewelry, household items and more. Vendor spaces available: artists, jewelry artisans, reiki, crystal, food and music vendors welcome. Rain Date 4/23/22. Vendor spaces $10. Free attendance. Unity of Merritt Island , 210 North Tropical Trail, Merritt Island. 321-452-2625. MIUnity.com. Reiki 2 Certification Course – 11am-6pm. Reiki Level II / Usui/Holy Fire II is designed with the intention for the student to create a deeper commitment to healing themselves and others. Topics covered: 3 of the 4 primary symbols, Hand positions for healing, Distance healing techniques, Using crystals with Reiki and more. Instructor Maria Banas is a certified Reiki Master Teacher. 7 CEU’s for Yoga Alliance teachers. Please bring a yoga mat or pillow. $185. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway

Healing Reiki Journey: Healing the Inner Child – 5:30-7pm. A Reiki journey is a technique we use with the intention to obtain spiritual and inner guidance, information, healing, and empowerment from higher sources of consciousness. The inner child is an expression of your child self and your lived experiences of all life stages. Acknowledge your inner child by recognizing and accepting things that caused childhood pain and understanding their impact. Led by Maria Banas. Bring: yoga mat or pillow. $25. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events.

TUESDAY, APRIL 12 The Anti-Inflammatory Diet – 7-8pm. Chronic inflammation is the root cause of many serious illnesses-including heart disease, many cancers and Alzheimer’s disease. Learn the fundamentals of an anti-inflammatory lifestyle. Dr. Brian Walsh speaks

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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 13 Restorative Yoga & Yoga Nidra with Soundscape – 5:30-7:30pm. Combining the healing properties of sound (singing bowls, chimes, voice, etc.) with Restorative Yoga. Time to allow your body, mind, and spirit to rest, rejuvenate, and re-energize. With the use of props (bolsters, a blanket, and blocks), your body is cradled and supported so that you can completely relax into each pose and ending with Guided Rest Yoga Nidra. All levels welcome. Please bring your own mat and blanket. $25. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events. Guided Meditation with Alchemy Crystal Bowls – 6:30-7:30pm. Experience Alchemy Crystal bowls along with a guided meditation with Jill and Regina. This will create a calmimg effect on your nervous system to enhance your wellbeing. Ending with Regina chanting the Hunaman Chalisa. $15. Sundari Yoga Studio, 46 North Brevard Ave, Cocoa Beach. 321-591-4457. SundariYogaStudio.com.

FRIDAY, APRIL 15 Full Moon Ocean Meditation – 7-8:30pm. Full moon meditation is powerful for releasing things from your life, old negative emotions and thinking, and transformation. Session begins with a Crystal

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and Tibetan bowl meditation and if weather permits will go across street to the ocean for silent meditation under the moon. Bring a mat or towel. Led by Anthony Profeta. $25. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events.

SATURDAY, APRIL 16 Thai Massage Certification Weekend – 10am5pm. Thai Yoga Massage is an ancient healing art that combines the best of acupressure from Thailand and Hatha yoga from India. Emphasizing the art of compassionate healing touch, we will explore the core movements, stances, hand techniques and rooted breath awareness necessary for a strong foundation in the Thai Massage practice. May use massage table or mat. Led by Ariela Grodner for more information visit BodhiSangha.com. 14 CEU’s for Massage therapists. Sunday 10am-5pm. $250. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. aquariandreams.com/special-events.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 20 Deeksha Healing: The Oneness Blessing with /Soul-Sync Crystal Bowl Meditation – 5:307pm. Includes powerful Soul Sync and crystal bowl meditation and Deeksha Blessing, which is a transfer of energy to initiate higher states of consciousness. Brings a shift in perception resulting in clarity and spontaneous feelings of love, joy, peace and inner silence, dissolving negative life patterns and releasing cellular and energetic level traumas facilitating healing with Maria Banas.

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Sacred Sound Immersion Meditation with Crystal Bowls – 5:30-7pm. Immerse in the healing, balancing, relaxing sound waves of the crystal bowls, Tibetan bells, ancient mantras and drum. Sound has a profound power to focus the active mind and to clear and balance the body, allowing you to relax, detach and connect to the divine bliss within. Susan has been using sacred sound to facilitate meditation practice for over 20 years. Very helpful for beginners and healing for all. $20. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events.

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THURSDAY, APRIL 28 Women’s Health - Be Vibrant at Any Age! – 7-8pm. Dr. Brian Walsh will discuss the latest tips for women’s health including natural hormone balancing, mental health, and beauty tips for skin and hair. Dr Walsh will demonstrate Nutrition Response Testing. Bring a friend and join us at CARE Natural Wellness Center. Free but call 321-728-1387 to register. Care Natural Wellness Center, 1051 Eber Blvd, Suite 102, Melbourne. CareWellnessFL.com.

FRIDAY, APRIL 29 Chakra Balancing: Guided Mantra & Sound Meditation – 5:30-7pm. Anthony Profeta guides us to healing and attunement by playing the crystal bowls to help remove and break up blocked energy. Then as we move one by one up through the chakra system, he will introduce the Bija (seed) Mantras which the group will chant together to help align, balance, and purify our 7 energy centers. Please bring yoga mat or pillow. $20. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events.

SATURDAY, APRIL 30 Weekend Meditation Course – 10am-6:30pm. During this weekend we will discuss the science and research of mind-body connection. The process and mechanics of what happens in our mind during and after mindfulness meditation practice. We will touch upon the benefits. As well as the recent findings on the benefits of Compassion meditation practice. Saturday 10am-6:30pm, Sunday 1-6:30pm. $375. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events. The Ultimate Breathing Workshop – 2:305:30pm. N eed some inspiration? This workshop is for you. The benefits include: improved overall breathing, full body detox, higher energy levels, feeling of full body bliss, hyper-oxygenation of blood, increased micro-circulation to organs and brain, and extreme high vibrations. $65 includes videos & handouts. BeachsideQigong. com/online-store. $65. Blissful.Energy, 240 S. Wickham Rd, West Melbourne. 321-327-8741. BeachsideQigong.com. New Moon Guided Meditation – 6:30-7pm. During this meditation, you may lie on a mat, sit in a chair, or sit on a cushion. Anthony Profeta takes us on this meditative journey of healing, relaxation, and connection. The Crystal and Himalayan Bowls will be played during the entire meditation. Suggested: Bring yoga mat or pillow. $20. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/ special-events.

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TREASURE COAST EVENTS SATURDAY, APRIL 2 – SUNDAY, APRIL 3 AntiGravity Aerial Yoga 1 Instructor Training -- 8:30am-4:30pm. Explore the evolution of yoga into 3-dimensional space. This body, mind, spirit course provides everything you need to instruct a safe and challenging Aerial Yoga class to students of all levels. Every asana, vinyasa sequence, grip/ wrap/trap on the Harrison AntiGravity Hammock is named and taught with clear progressions. Designed by the original creator of the genre, Christopher Harrison, this course allows you to present three distinct, flowing Aerial Yoga classes. NASM & AFAA approved. Limited spots available, sign up today. JustBreatheAerials.com/ag-training. Just Breathe Aerials, 270 NW Peacock Blvd., Ste 112, Port St. Lucie. 772-877-2122.

SUNDAY, APRIL 3 Labyrinth Walk and Guided Meditation – 5-5:45pm. Your monthly opportunity for a wonderfully uplifting yet relaxing Labyrinth Walk combined with Guided Meditation. You can walk the Unity Labyrinth as a tool for spiritual awakening or to relax and let go. It is an ancient symbol and tool for prayer and meditation. The Labyrinth offers a way to quiet our minds, open our hearts and turn to God for guidance. Labyrinth is open to the public from dawn to dusk, seven days a week. love offering. Unity Spiritual Center of Vero Beach, 950 43rd Avenue, Vero Beach. 772562-1133. UnityofVero.org.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 6 Healthy U Series Autism Spectrum – 6:30-8pm. Learn what Autism Spectrum Disorder is, the prevalence of the disorder in our community, and what resources are available within Port St. Lucie for those affected. Sessions are free, and available in-person for the first 50 who call to register. Each session will be available via Zoom. Can register also online. Free. City of Port St. Lucie Parks & Recreations Department Community Center, 2195 SE Airoso Blvd., 34984, Port St. Lucie. 772-8782277. PSLParks.com/HealthyU.

WEDNESDAYS, APRIL 6 – MAY 11 In the Flow of Life – 7pm. An exploration and experience of living a fully realized life knowing you are the expression of God flowing into our world. This shift changes your life forever. $10/class $50 for all 6 paid in advance. Classes are held in sanctuary at 3414 Sunrise Blvd Fort Pierce and on Zoom. Contact 772461-2272 for log registration and log in information.

FRIDAY, APRIL 8 Easter Bonnet Bingo – 6:30pm. Doors open at 6:30pm. First game starts at 7 pm. 50/50 pots, Raffles, Prizes for the best Bonnets. Pizza, soda and desert available. $2 per card $5 for 3 cards. Unity of Fort Pierce, 3414 Sunrise Blvd, Fort Pierce. 772461-2272. UnityofFortPierce.com.

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SATURDAY, APRIL 16 Full Moon Vibrational Sound Healing Session – 6-7:30pm. Facilitated by Deena Rahill at the Elliot Museum in Stuart. The April Full Moon is sometimes referred to as the Pink Moon. Like the sound healing session itself, this full moon is about rebirth and renewal, and setting the intention to be optimistic about the future. $35. For more information or to register please visit SoundVibraton.net. 786-488-7782. 825 NE Ocean Blvd., Stuart.

SUNDAY, APRIL 17 Easter in our Garden Service – 8:30am. Join us for morning coffee, and a deeply spiritual meditation, reflection and contemplation of the meaning of new life, new birth, Easter. At 10am attend a metaphysical understanding of the rising of our consciousness and living from an awareness that we live in Heaven right here and now. . Free. Unity of Fort Pierce, 3414 Sunrise Blvd, Fort Pierce. 772-461-2272. UnityofFortPierce.com.

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THURSDAY, APRIL 28 Mystical Path of Meditation – 6:30-8:30pm. Learn about Kundalini, the infinite power of consciousness that lies dormant in everyone with Anthony Profeta. Practice this ancient meditation technique, explore this universal teaching and its symbol. Bring a notebook and pen. $30. Facilitated by Divine Soul Wellness, located inside Your CBD Store PSL 2818 SW Port St. Lucie Blvd., PSL. Please RSVP, limited space, 954-646-4374. May book via Eventbrite or Venmo @Rachel-Stevens-105. $30, LImited seating, reservations requried. Divine Soul Wellness, 2818 SW Port St. Lucie Blvd, Port St. Lucie. 954646-4374. DivineSoulWellness.com.

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CAREER OPPORTUNITY. The CAPRA nationally accredited Port St. Lucie Parks & Recreation Department is seeking energetic, customer service-oriented candidates to serve the community part-time in our two fitness centers, located at the Community Center on Airoso Blvd. and the MIDFLORIDA Event Center on US1. Serious candidates should have at least one year of experience in fitness and be able to acquire their Personal Training Certification 90 days from hire. For more information about this position, please visit: GovernmentJobs.com/careers/cityofpsl.

VIRTUAL Spirit Speaks – 7pm. Facilitated by Beth Lynch, author and Spiritual Medium, join in to receive messages from loved ones crossed over, while in the comfort and privacy of your own home. $50. For questions or to register please text 888-2714487 or innerlight444@gmail.com.

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SATURDAY, APRIL 23 Budding Herbalist Program – 10am-4pm. This program will teach you how to confidently select and use herbs for yourself and your family while deepening your connection with the plants, nature and your beautiful Self. Meets on 4 Saturdays, 4/23. 4/30, 5/14 & 5/21. $459. Herbs & Owls: Herbal Consults, Classes & Herb Shop 725 N. Highway A1A, D-103, Jupiter. 561-768-9005. HerbsAndOwls.com/ budding-herbalist-program.

SUNDAY, APRIL 24 ECK Light and Sound Service – 4-5pm. An ECK Light and Sound Service online is a celebration of God’s love for Soul: usually a HU chant, a guest speaker, uplifting music and discussions. Each service lasts about an hour and is designed to help individuals have their own experience with the creative spiritual life force, the Light and Sound

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sunday SPACE COAST Yoga in the Village – 10-11am. Yoga has been known to cause health and happiness. We’ll touch on all the major muscle groups with internal focus and deeper awareness, also we can work on any area that may be of concern to you on that day. Our full schedule and packages are available online at TheZenRoom.info or for more information call 321-544-8541. $10. The Zen Room, 631 Brevard Ave, Suite C, Cocoa Village.

TREASURE COAST Unity of Ft Pierce – 10am. Positive path for spiritual living, inclusive community, inspiring holistic spiritled living. Rev. Janice Cary uses stories, scripture and ancient wisdom teachings, meditation and music to support people to live an empowered life. Uni-tot program teaches children self-esteem and life skills to

Unity of Port St. Lucie – 10am. In person (masks required) or viewed on YouTube. Prayer, special music, metaphysical and spiritual teachings. Crowne Plaza 8645 US Highway 1 Port St. Lucie. 772-878-9819. UnityOfPortStLucie.org. Unity Spiritual Center of Vero Beach – 10-11am. Join us for inspiring services with Rev. Clive deLaporte and discover how empowered, fulfilled, and free you can be. In person at our sanctuary; virtually via live stream on Facebook, and uploaded Sunday afternoons to YouTube. Unity Spiritual Center of Vero Beach, 950 43rd Avenue, Vero Beach. 772-562-1133. UnityofVero.org. Sunday Sound Healing at The Elliott Museum – 2-3pm. Explore the benefits of sound vibration of gongs, crystal bowls, chimes and drums on our physical and emotional well-being. Participants

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monday SPACE COAST Reiki Energy Circle – 11:30am-12:30pm. Join us every Monday for an hour as we tap into the power of the universal energy of the Light. This non-denominational group promotes balancing your energy, for rejuvenation, peace and harmony. Offering $5. Led by Reiki Master Rev. Sigi Casey. Universal Energy Massage 602 Brevard Ave. Cocoa. 321-616-3346. Crystal Bowl Meditation – 12:30-1:30pm. A deep blissful meditation experience. Maria Banas brings us to a state of complete peace and healing. Crystal Bowls with mantras and sound healing. Please bring your own mat. $10 or Yoga Memberships (10 classes for $75). To preregister visit: AquarianDreams.com/ weekly-yoga-calendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495. Integral Yoga – 4-5pm. Authentic Integral Yoga is a sequence of poses to revitalize the physical body, deep relaxation, breathing practices, and medita-

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TREASURE COAST Qigong Level 1 – 9-10am. A healing workout. Held Monday, Wednesday and Friday at Environmental Learning Center 255 Live Oak Dr, Vero Beach. Call 772-589-5050, Visit DiscoverELC.org sign up. Membership discounts available. Chair Yoga - 10-11:15am. For seniors and those with limited mobility. Enjoy stretching for relaxation and ease of movement with Lana. Chair yoga is helpful for those who find it difficult to get up and down off the floor. $10 per class Unity of Port St Lucie, 8645 US Hwy 1, Port St. Lucie. 845-489-7976. Zoom Qigong– 10:30-11:30am. Held on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays. Call 772-4536449, Email JohnTheCloudWalker@gmail.com or visit TheCloudWalker.com to sign up. Discounted class packages available. Chair Yoga - 11:30am. Suitable for all ages and capabilities, assists in balance and strength for ALL bodies. Some classes incorporate light hand weights to up strengthening. $19 drop in or packages available at DTE-Yoga.com. Down to Earth Yoga Studio, 1649 SE Port Saint Lucie Blvd, Port Saint Lucie. 772-224-2444. Monday Mid-Day Meditation – 12:30-1:30pm. Realign, reenergize and relax. Beth Lynch, Spiritual Medium, Meditation Teacher and Author facilitates

this guided meditation including breathwork and visualization to assist with mental and emotional wellness. All levels welcome and encouraged to attend. $20. Register at District108Yoga@gmail.com. District 108 Yoga and Wellness, 1200 Dixie Cutoff Road, Stuart. Beth Lynch, 888-271-4487. Linktr.ee/ bethlynchmedium444. Chair Yoga – 3-4pm. Relax and stretch using contemporary yoga styles. CDC guidelines followed with limited attendance. Call Yogi Kathleen at 203-232.9763 to register. $10 per class. Unity of Fort Pierce, 3414 Sunrise Blvd, Ft. Pierce. 772-461-2272. UnityofFortPierce.com. Monday Yoga at The Botanical Gardens - 5-6pm. Using the principals of Yoga Asana, Instructor Dale Johnson helps students learn to move more freely and with less pain. Class focuses on alignment, stillness, concentration, breath, and lightness. Please bring yoga mat, water, and towel. Members Free, Non-Members $10. Registration required at PSLBG. org/yoga. Port St. Lucie Botanical Gardens, 2410 SE Westmoreland Blvd., Port St. Lucie. info@pslbg.org. Yoga and Barre Sculpt – 5:15pm. Fusing the best of yoga, Pilates, aerobics and strengthening this class delivers a results-driven workout that is not only fun and dynamic but will sculpt your body into amazing shape. Recommended: Bring your mat, dumbbells if you have (1-8lbs.) and towel. New students please arrive 15 minutes early for registration. Led by Mary Gucciardo. $19 drop in or packages available at DTEYoga.com. Down to Earth Yoga Studio, 1649 SE Port Saint Lucie Blvd, Port Saint Lucie. 772-224-2444.

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Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495. Kundalini, Healing & Meditation – 12:30-1:30pm. A blend of beginners Kundalini awakening Kriyas, energy clearing meditations and a range of breathing techniques are used quiet the mind. Yoga mantra music is used to encourage an uplift in being. Led by Leah Dubois. Please bring your own mat. $10 or yoga membership (10 Classes for $75). To preregister visit: AquarianDreams.com/weekly-yogacalendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495. Gentle Vinyasa Yoga – 2-3:05pm. Increase your strength and flexibility with this slow-moving flow class taught by Shelly. $10 drop in or 10 classes for $85. Sundari Yoga Studio, 46 North Brevard Ave, Cocoa Beach. 321-591-4457. SundariYogaStudio.com. Kids Aerial Yoga – 4:15-5pm. Ages 6-12 will love hanging in the air and swinging in this fun aerial for kids’ class. Parents are welcomed to stay and watch or support their child or even leave and come back after the class. Second child and beyond are 50% off with the code “Sibling”. Let’s keep these kids active, look for our family package that includes services and classes for the parents too. $20. Blissful.Energy, 240 S. Wickham Rd, West Melbourne. 321-327-8741. Blissful.Energy. Hatha Yoga – 5:30-6:30pm. Multi-level class for beginners and intermediates. Led by Ellen Cameron whose experience allows her to modify asana to the students’ ability, so they get the benefits of the practice without strain. Please bring your own mat. $10 or yoga membership (10 classes for $75). To preregister visit: AquarianDreams.com/weeklyyoga-calendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495. Body Sculpting and Yoga Express – 5:30-6:30pm. Tone your muscles with a wide variety of exercises and get all the benefits of yoga in this express class. $10 per person. Natural Approach Wellness Center, 2002 Pennwood Drive, Melbourne. 321-725-2438. MyNaturalApproach.com. Sivananda Yoga – 5:30-6:45pm. A classical style of hatha yoga. $10 drop in or 10 classes for $85. Sundari Yoga Studio, 46 North Brevard Ave, Cocoa Beach. 321-591-4457. SundariYogaStudio.com.

TREASURE COAST Early Bird Yoga and Barre Sculpt – 6:30am. Fusing the best of yoga, Pilates, aerobics and strengthening this class delivers a results-driven workout that is not only fun and dynamic but will sculpt your body into amazing shape. Recommended: Bring your mat, dumbbells if you have (1-8lbs.) and towel. New students please arrive 15 minutes early for registration. Led by Alex Vetterlein. $19 drop in or packages available at DTE-Yoga.com. Down to Earth Yoga Studio, 1649 SE Port Saint Lucie Blvd, Port Saint Lucie. 772-224-2444. Intermediate Qigong and Tai Chi– 9-10am. A healing workout. Held Tuesdays and Thursdays at Environmental Learning Center 255 Live Oak Dr, Vero Beach. Call 772-589-5050, Visit DiscoverELC. org sign up. Membership discounts available.

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Pilates -- 9am. Pilates is a form of low-impact exercise that aims to strengthen muscles while improving postural alignment and flexibility. Pilates moves tend to target the core, although the exercises work other areas of your body as well. A great way to start or end your day. All levels welcome. Just Breathe Aerials, 270 NW Peacock Blvd, Ste 112, Port St. Lucie, 772-877-2122. Book online at JustBreatheAerials.com or MindBody App. Chair Yoga - 11:30am. Suitable for all ages and capabilities, assists in balance and strength for ALL bodies. Some classes incorporate light hand weights to up strengthening. $19 drop in or packages available at DTE-Yoga.com. Down to Earth Yoga Studio, 1649 SE Port Saint Lucie Blvd, Port Saint Lucie. 772-224-2444. Life Raft – 2-4pm. A low-cost fitness program specifically designed for individuals in substance use disorder recovery programs. Offered in an open and welcoming environment for those seeking physical, social and mental well-being while in recovery. $10 per month. For more information call 772-807-4499. Located in the Humana Fitness & Wellness Center at the MidFlorida Event Center, 9221 SE Event Center Place, PSL. CityofPSL.com/government/ department/parks-recreation/fitness. Tune-up Tuesday at The Elliott Museum – 2-3pm. Participate in sound vibrational experience with gongs, crystal bowls, chimes and drums. During this one-hour session, participants lie down on mats or sit (request a chair) and are bathed head to toe in sound vibration. Please bring a yoga mat, pil-

low, and blanket; and wear comfortable clothes. Contact Deena Rahill Certified Sound Practitioner, for more information or sign up directly on the website: SoundVibration.net, 786-488-7782 $25. 825 NE Ocean Blvd, Stuart. Drum Circle – 6-7pm. Come be a part of this Community Rhythm Experience. Our circle will assist you to raise your personal vibration and release inner blocks. We offer a judgement free environment, and all are welcome. Donation. Scented Dragon 6992 Hancock Dr. Port St. Lucie. 772-877-2102. Reiki Meditation Circle - 7-8pm. Experience our Reiki Meditation Circle for an hour of peace, comfort, and harmony. Feel yourself shift into a peaceful place. Practitioners welcome. Donation. Scented Dragon, 6993 Hancock Drive Port Saint Lucie. 772-877-2102.

wednesday SPACE COAST Gentle Hatha Yoga – 11am-12:15. A gentle approach to Hatha including asana (postures), natural healing methods, and Yoga Nidra meditation. Led by Patti. Please bring your own mat. $10 or yoga membership (10 classes for $75). To preregister visit: AquarianDreams.com/weeklyyoga-calendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495.

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TREASURE COAST Early Bird Sweat – 6:30am. All levels heated flow. Using heat to gently warm the body from the outside as we link breath to movement and flow though our morning Yoga practice. All Levels welcome. Led by Alex Vatterlein. $19 drop in or packages available at DTE-Yoga.com. Down to Earth Yoga Studio, 1649 SE Port Saint Lucie Blvd, Port Saint Lucie. 772-224-2444. Yin Yoga – 10-11am. Yin Yoga is sometimes called yoga of the joints and helps to balance yin and yang. In Yin poses are held one to ten minutes getting into the connective tissues, ligaments, and facia with no muscle involvement. Class led by Lana. Please bring your own mat, blanket or and towel. $10 per class Unity of Port St Lucie, 8645 US Hwy 1, Port St. Lucie. 845-489-7976. AntiGravity Mix Class—10am. Enjoy the upbeat, high-energy repetitions, strength building, and intense stretching all within the Harrison Hammock with this could include Suspension, Aerial, Airbarre. Pilates and Restorative mix. Get ready to sweat and feel amazing. Ending the class with a healing, cocoon session. Just Breathe Aerials, 270 NW Peacock Blvd, Ste 112, Port St. Lucie. 772877-2122. Book online at JustBreatheAerials.com or MindBody App.

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Insight Meditation – 11-11:30am. Holding meditations in our sanctuary or join via Zoom with meeting ID of 772-461-2272. Love Offerings appreciated. Unity of Fort Pierce, 3414 Sunrise Blvd. Fort Pierce. 772-461-2272. UnityofFtPierce.com. Gentle Yoga Class - 2-3pm. Stretch, laugh and release. Class will evolve as we figure out together how bendy each participant is on an individual basis and what we need add to our practice to improve our flexibility using a combination of chair and mat poses. $10. Led by Merry Jones from InHervision and held at Spark of the Divine, 1780 Old Dixie Hwy, Vero Beach. For more information email Merry@InHervision.net or call 518-860-4400. Yoga and Barre Sculpt – 5:15pm. Fusing the best of yoga, Pilates, aerobics and strengthening this class delivers a results-driven workout that is not only fun and dynamic but will sculpt your body into amazing shape. Recommended: Bring your mat, dumbbells if you have (1-8lbs.) and towel. New students please arrive 15 minutes early for registration. Led by Mary Gucciardo. $19 drop in or packages available at DTE-Yoga.com. Down to Earth Yoga Studio, 1649 SE Port Saint Lucie Blvd, Port Saint Lucie. 772-224-2444. Reiki Healing Circle – 6:15-7:15pm. Join the powerful healing team for an hour of peace and deep relaxation. Practitioner’s welcome. Free. Donations accepted. Psychic & The Genie, 313 Colorado Ave, Downtown Stuart. 772-678-6170. PsychicNTheGenie.com.

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TREASURE COAST Gentle Yoga -- 9am. Flow & Restore (Mixed Level) - Ground yourself in movement, mantra and meditation. A Slow flow combining breathe synchronized movement, followed by yin/restorative postures come together to bring you balance and a joyful state of calm. Just Breathe Aerials, 270 NW Peacock Blvd, Ste 112, Port St. Lucie. 772-877-2122. Book online at JustBreatheAerials. com or MindBody App. Joanne’s World of Nutrition – 10-11am. Listen to radio station WPSL AM 1590 every Thursday morning to learn about holistic health and wellness with Joanne owner of Nutrition World in Ft. Pierce who has 30 plus years of expertise. JoannesNutritionWorld.com. Psychic Medium Readings – 12-4pm with Jessica. Psychic mediums are sensitive & intuitive enough to hear, feel, and see information coming from the other side. Join Psychic Medium Jessica Watson who will guide you on your journey. Walk-ins welcome or call for an appointment. Psychic & the Genie, 825 Seaway Drive, Hutchinson Island/Fort Pierce. 772448-8061. PsychicNTheGenie.com. Zumba Class – 12:30-1:20pm. Are you ready to party yourself into shape? That’s exactly what the Zumba program is all about. It’s an exhilarating, effective, east-to-follow, Latin inspired, calorie burning, dance fitness party that’s moving millions of people towards joy and health. Instructor, Suzy. Port St. Lucie, Community Center, 2195 SE Airoso Blvd., 772-878-2277. PSL.Parks.com

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Life Raft – 2-4pm. A low-cost fitness program specifically designed for individuals in substance use disorder recovery programs. Offered in an open and welcoming environment for those seeking physical, social and mental well-being while in recovery. $10 per month. For more information call 772-807-4499. Located in the Humana Fitness & Wellness Center at the MidFlorida Event Center, 9221 SE Event Center Place, PSL. CityofPSL.com/government/ department/parks-recreation/fitness. Spin, Sculpt & Stretch – 6-7pm. This is a 20/20/20 class. 20 minutes of cycling, 20 minutes of body sculpting and 20 minutes of stretching following your intense workout. Class is free with membership – non-member fee is $5 for adults. MIDFLORIDA Event Center – Recreation Department, 9221 SE Event Center PL., Port St Lucie. Class reservations required, call 772 2047101. CityofPSL.com/government/departments/ parks-recreation/fitness. Guided Meditation – 7pm. Realign, reenergize and relax. Beth Lynch, Spiritual Medium, Meditation Teacher and Author facilitates this guided meditation including breathwork and visualization to assist with mental and emotional wellness. All levels welcome and encouraged to attend. $20. Register at District108Yoga@gmail. com. District 108 Yoga and Wellness, 1200 Dixie Cutoff Road, Stuart. Beth Lynch, 888-271-4487. Linktr.ee/bethlynchmedium444.

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Aerial Yoga – 5:30-6:30pm. This is a high energy class that will be using an Aerial Hammock that is meant to warm the muscles, stretch them out then finally relax in a meditative state. Please wear workout clothes, no jewelry or zippers allowed in the hammocks. $20. Blissful.Energy, 240 S. Wickham Rd, West Melbourne. 321-327-8741. Blissful.Energy. Ecstatic Dance – 7-8pm. Ecstatic Dance empowers people of all shapes, sizes, and backgrounds to freely express themselves; the liberating atmosphere creates a melting pot of acceptance and the fearlessness with which others move gives newbies permission and courage to dance without inhibition. $15. Blissful.Energy, 240 S. Wickham Rd, West Melbourne. 321-327-8741. Blissful.Energy.

TREASURE COAST Senior Fitness - 8-8:50am. Designed to increase muscular strength, range of motion, coordination, agility, and balance to improve the participant’s daily life. Music is used to enhance the format and create an upbeat and positive experience. This class is primarily for seniors, but it is also a great class for anyone just starting out. Class is free with membership -non-member fee - $5. Port St. Lucie Community Center – Recreation Department, 2195 SE Airoso Blvd., Port St. Lucie. Class reservations required call 772-873-6432. CityofPSL.com/ government/departments/parks-recreation/fitness. AntiGravity Restorative Yoga – 10:45am. Welcome to your session of self-rejuvenation. In this

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Drum Circle – 6-7pm. Come be a part of this Community Rhythm Experience. Our circle will assist you to raise your personal vibration and release inner blocks. We offer a judgement free environment, and all are welcome. Donation. Scented Dragon 6992 Hancock Dr. Port St. Lucie. 772-877-2102. Reiki Meditation Circle – 7-8pm. Experience our Reiki Meditation Circle for an hour of peace, comfort, and harmony. Feel yourself shift into a peaceful place. Practitioner’s welcome. Donation. Scented Dragon, 6993 Hancock Drive Port Saint Lucie. 772-877-2102.

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Reiki Circle – 7-8pm. Experience the transmission of Universal energy which activates inner calm and peace. Led by Reiki Master Trish Gable. Love offering. Unity of Fort Pierce, 3414 Sunrise Blvd., Fort Pierce. 772-461-2272. UnityofFortPierce.com.

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TREASURE COAST Saturday Downtown Ft. Pierce Famers’ Market – 8am-12pm. Downtown Ft. Pierce Farmers Market has over 70 friendly vendors offering a diverse selection of foods, exotic plants, spices, local produce and much more. Rain or shine. Live music, fresh food and right on the river; make it your Saturday morning tradition. Free. Riverfront Downtown Ft. Pierce 101 Melody Lane, Ft. Pierce. FortPierceFarmersMarket.com. Warm Iron Yoga– 8:15am-9:15am. Iron Yoga is a challenging, intense full body workout utilizing dumbbells for upper body weight training exercises, while performing a series of power yoga poses for the core and lower body strength. Great for building strength, toning and sculpting. Just Breathe Aerials, 270 NW Peacock Blvd., Ste 112, Port St. Lucie. 772-877-2122. Book online at JustBreatheAerials.com or MindBody App Walking Qigong – 9 -10am. Held at Environmental Learning Center, 255 Live Oak Drive, Vero Beach Call 772-589-5050, Visit DiscoverELC.org sign up. Membership discounts available. Psychic Medium Readings & More – 10am-4pm. Psychic Medium & Aura Readings with Christopher Johansen Daily. VIRTUAL OPTION: Readings also available via Skype, FaceTime, Zoom and Facebook messaging. Psychic Medium Readings, Aura photography. Walk-ins Welcome. Psychic & the Genie, 313 Colorado Ave. Downtown Stuart. 772-678-6170. PsychicNTheGenie.com. Tea Leaf Readings - 11am-3pm. Tea leaves are used as a divination tool to explore the past, present and future. It is the art of identifying symbols and interpreting messages found in the shapes and configurations of tea leaves. Genie’s Gems, 21 SW Flagler Ave., Downtown Stuart. 772-678-6228. Warm Flow Yoga for All Levels – 4:30-5:45pm. A gently heated room helps loosen muscles to help expand postures and work more deeply. This practice is a moving meditation to encourage focus on breath and proper alignment as we flow together. $19 drop in or packages available at DTE-Yoga.com. Down to Earth Yoga Studio, 1649 SE Port Saint Lucie Blvd, Port Saint Lucie. 772-224-2444.

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