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contents 5 5 newsbriefs 13 healthbriefs 14 globalbriefs

15 15 ecotip 16 community

spotlight

26 fitbody 28 inspiration

30 naturalpet 32 calendarof events

22 advertising & submissions

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

16 Community Spotlight

Barbara Gosselin: The Body Whisperer

by Kim Childs

18 WATER, WATER

EVERYWHERE‌

But Will There Be Enough?

by Sandra Postel

21 saving and resusing

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water at home

by Stacey Cordeiro

22 keeping breasts

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Healthy

by Dr. Dawna L. Jones

23 Shedding light on

seasonal Affective disorder

by Steve Bernardi and Dr. Gary Kracoff

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25 Network spinal analysis:

Chiropractic for Mind, Body and Spirit

by Beth Davis

26 ALIGNING FOR FITNESS 28

Chiropractic Care Prevents Injury, Boosts Performance

by Linda Sechrist

28 individual

integrity

Embracing the Moral Imperative to Protect Earth

by Kathleen Dean Moore

30 URINARY HEALTH Illness Care and Prevention Tips

by Dr. Matthew J. Heller

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ecently I was reminded of the adage, “Out of the mouths of babes…,” through an experience that filled me with hope for the future of life on Planet Earth. While enjoying a sunset walk on the beach, I met three generations of a local family out for a stroll. While exchanging pleasantries about our delight with the evening in such a lovely place, the older woman flicked her lit cigarette butt into the ocean.

I was so taken aback over the cumulative sad fate of the fish and other marine life and the harm that might come to them from such a thoughtless act, I stood stunned and speechless. I wondered if such waste perhaps might even end up on her plate in some seafood dish. I pondered the lack of regard as, without a moment’s hesitation, she casually sullied the environment we all depend on.

Within a few seconds a small voice piped up, overriding my racing thoughts: “Grammy, why did you do that?” This simple voice of wisdom, evincing disappointment and near-visible shock, rose from a boy who couldn’t have been much older than five. I only regret that I didn’t give him a high-five or gentle pat on the back. Perhaps I’ll find an opportunity for kudos during a future sunset stroll.

A spreading understanding of such vital needs as sustainable living and social responsibility is one step toward convincing us all to live by better standards. According to Wikipedia, “Social responsibility is an ethical ideology or theory that an entity, be it an organization or individual, has an obligation to act to benefit society at large. This responsibility can be passive, by avoiding engaging in socially harmful acts, or active, by performing activities that directly advance social goals.”

In honor of this idea, we are delighted to offer Kathleen Dean Moore’s thought-provoking message on “Individual Integrity,” which challenges each of us to embrace daily opportunities to preserve and protect life on Earth (page 28).

“Water, Water Everywhere” by Sandra Postel, on page 18, explores specific ways we can individually and collectively work with nature rather than against it to retain the supply of fresh water we need. On page 21, local contributor Stacey Cordeiro elaborates on how water re-use technology is helping residents to conserve this irreplaceable resource in our area.

To round things out, our healthy living articles recognize October as both National Chiropractic Health Month and Breast Cancer Awareness Month (pages 25 and 26). “Network Spinal Analysis” highlights the work of Dr. Julie Burke of Newton Chiropractic and Wellness. Dr. Dawna L. Jones of Bella Natural Health, in Hanover, provides tips for keeping breasts naturally healthy.

I hope you enjoy this month’s issue and please consider our advertisers when you shop for healthy living and healthy planet products and services; thanks to them, we are able to bring you this free life-affirming magazine each month.

Feel Good ~ Live Simply ~ Laugh More Peace,

contact us Publisher/Editor Maisie Raftery Editors Karen Adams S. Alison Chabonais Kim Childs Writers Steve Bernardi Kim Childs Stacey Cordeiro Beth Davis Dr. Gary Kracoff Linda Sechrist Design & Production Stephen Blancett Kim Cerne Zina Cochran Helene Leininger Sales Shelly 781-258-6748 P.O. Box 1149 Brookline, MA 02446 Phone: 617-906-0232 Fax: 877-907-1406 www.NaturalAwakeningsMCMA.com © 2011 by Natural Awakenings. All rights reserved.

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newsbriefs Compounding Pharmacy Opens Laboratory to Visitors

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n October 15, Johnson Compounding and Wellness Center will host an open house to display its new prescription compounding lab. “There is a lot of information and misinformation out there about prescription compounding,” says Steve Bernardi, a co-owner and compounding pharmacist at the center. “With the new lab, people can come in and watch right before their eyes what goes into the preparation of a compounded prescription. It’s kind of like being able to watch your meal prepared in the kitchen of a gourmet restaurant.”

The open house also will feature free samples from many nutritional supplement vendors, and a five-star chef preparing delicious food for those in attendance. “We want people to know that they have this great resource within their community to assist them in attaining better health,” says Bernardi. “Educating the public on the choices that they have when it comes to prescription medications and how compounding pharmacies can make a difference is my passion.”

Johnson Compounding and Wellness Center is located at 577 Main St., in Waltham. For more information, call 781-893-3870, email Steve@Natural Compounder.com, or visit NaturalCompounder.com. See ad on page 7.

New Organic Mattress for Children Grows as They Do

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he Organic Mattress ,in Sudbury, now offers an all-natural organic mattress for children. The Little Lamb can be introduced to toddlers and grow with them into adulthood. Available in twin or full-size, The Little Lamb starts out in the crib with a four-inch natural latex mattress for children weighing up to 85 pounds. Children from 85 to 135 pounds will add a two-inch natural latex topper to the mattress, and those over 135 pounds will add a twoinch wool topper. John Muccino, owner of The Organic Mattress, says this process allows families to spread out the expense, since each component is added over time. The initial cost can be as low as $400, he says, and all products are handmade in the U.S. with 100-percent organic materials.

“We want to help families start their children off understanding the value and health benefits of all-natural and organic products for life,” says Muccino. The Little Lamb is currently on display and in stock at The Organic Mattress, the exclusive East Coast distributor of the product.

The Organic Mattress is located at 348 Boston Post Rd., in Sudbury. For more information, call 978-440-8200 or visit TheOrganicMattress.com. See ad on page 15.

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Nothing is impossible, the word itself says ‘I’m possible!’ ~Audrey Hepburn

coverartist newsbriefs Davis Square Acupuncture Welcomes New Healer

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isa Desrosiers, of Davis Square Acupuncture and Healing Arts, in Somerville, is excited to welcome Janet Cutro, L.Ac., Ph.D., N.D., C.Ht., to the healing team. Cutro is a licensed acupuncturist, herbalist and certified hypnotherapist specializing in women’s health. Before coming to Massachusetts, she practiced as a licensed naturopathic doctor in Washington. Cutro blends a variety of modalities, including acupuncture, herbal medicine, nutritional support and relaxJanet Cutro ation techniques to clear blocked energy and release each individual’s unique ability to achieve healing, balance and well-being.

“I am excited to work with Janet, especially because of her herbal knowledge,” says Desrosiers. “I’ve already been referring my clients to her for herbal consults when I feel they need an extra edge on treatment.”

Cutro will see clients on Saturdays. Contact her at 617-718-7111 or J.Cutro@ neu.edu to schedule an appointment.

After ruling out his initial career choices of paleontologist, zoologist, baseball player and Good Humor ice cream man, Jerry LoFaro parlayed his lifetime interest in dinosaurs and other animals, fantasy, art history and literature into a successful career as an illustrator.

His art—always striking and often humorous—has been featured on book covers for major publishers and in advertising and promotional campaigns for clients including Nike, Disney, National Geographic, The Discovery Channel and TIME magazine. Celestial Seasonings has commissioned LoFaro to create tea, coffee and seasonings package designs, even entrusting him to update the company’s famous icon, Sleepytime Bear.

Recently, he was honored with a Gold Medal from the Society of Illustrators.

“Superficially, I’d describe my work as realism,” says LoFaro.

“However, much of what I’ve done in content is conceptual, with surreal flourishes.” Prior to 2002, he worked primarily with acrylics; now, he uses Photoshop to create digital art.

LoFaro also treasures the rural beauty of his New Hampshire surroundings and confides, “My life revolves around walking out to my studio in the woods, listening to great music and being creative.”

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View the artist’s portfolio at JerryLoFaro.com.

For more information, call Ed Malloy at New England Renewable Energy Systems at 855-637-3639 or visit NERenewable.com. See ad on page 28.

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Davis Square Acupuncture and Healing Arts is located at 240-A Elm St., Ste. 26, in Somerville. For more information, call 617-548-8167 or visit DavisSquare Acupuncture.com.

New England Renewable Merges With Mercury Mechanical

ew England Renewable Energy Systems, a Massachusetts-based company focused on zero- and low-carbon heating, cooling and energy systems, has merged with Mercury Mechanical of Weymouth. Mercury Mechanical is a commercially focused heating and air conditioning design, installation and service company that has expanded its focus into renewable energy systems.

The merger creates the first company of its kind focused on driving the HVAC industry toward leadership in facilitating renewable energy adoption. The company aims to provide high-quality systems at the lowest, most predictable cost of energy usage and system ownership.

Mercury Mechanical will offer business and building owners heating and cooling solutions designed to increase predictability of energy costs while decreasing dependency on nonrenewable energy sources.

“With Mercury’s expertise we can now integrate high-quality renewable energy technologies more holistically for home or business energy needs,” says Ed Malloy, president of New England Renewable Energy Systems. “To overcome the inertia of traditional technologies and gain wider renewable energy adoption, it’s critical that a combination of renewable and non-renewable technology systems be installed. For the commercial building owner, this has a significant impact on operating costs, while reducing the carbon footprint.”

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newsbriefs Monica Corrado Teaches Cooking Classes at Groton Wellness

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onica Corrado, a chef and nutrition educator, started her REAL Food Revolution in 2006, when she began teaching cooking classes throughout the Washington, D.C., metro area. In her Cook for WellBeing classes, Corrado has taught hundreds of people to cook nourishing, traditional foods. Next month, she brings her passion and skills to Groton Wellness, offering Monica Corrado workshops from November 18 to November 20. Registration is required.

Corrado’s clients include cancer survivors, menopausal women, new parents and others who are interested in using food to heal or be well. Corrado also coordinated Farm Food Voices events on Capitol Hill, and she offers REAL Food Cooking Camps for children each summer. Corrado is passionate about helping children attain balance through food, especially those with ADD/ADHD and others on the autistic spectrum. Other clients include those with digestive disorders and fertility issues, “failure to thrive” babies and children transitioning to solid foods and others who are interested in cooking for well-being.

Groton Wellness is located at 495 Main St., in Groton. For more information, call 978-449-9919 or visit GrotonWellness.com. See ad on page 12.

DASH Diet Ranks High on Experts’ List

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.S News & World Report recently published its ranking of 20 popular diets, including Weight Watchers, Jenny Craig, Atkins, South Beach, Mayo Clinic and the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) Diet.

Organizers assembled a panel of 22 experts in the fields of nutrition and medicine who spent six months reviewing the diets. Each plan was ranked in seven categories: short-term weight loss, long-term weight loss, nutritional Diana Cullum-Dugan completeness, safety, ease of ability to follow and ability to prevent or manage diabetes and heart disease. The DASH Diet was selected as the Best Overall Diet.

“This isn’t really surprising,” says Diana Cullum-Dugan, a registered senior dietitian for the online nutrition education program DASHforHealth.com, which is based on the DASH eating plan. “DASH focuses on fruits and vegetables, whole grains, low fat dairy, and lean meats, nuts, seeds and legumes,” she notes. “Whole foods have always had the edge in health and weight loss.”

Cullum-Dugan says that the DASH diet is also recommended by the USDA’s Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2010 and the American Heart Association. Readers who wish to sign up for the program can visit DASHforHealth.com and use the discount coupon code NaturalAwakenings.

Diana Cullum-Dugan, R.D., L.D.N., R.Y.T., is a registered and licensed dietitian and a registered anusara-inspired yoga teacher based in Watertown. For more information, call 617-393-2200 or visit NamasteNutrition.net.

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COMING IN NOVEMBER

newsbriefs Online Business Education for Health and Wellness Professionals

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he Institute of Integrative Business Studies is pleased to announce its fall classes in a program that provides business education to health and wellness professionals. New courses begin this month in the Integrative Cynthia Pasciuto and Laura Greer Business Program, an online course founded

by Cynthia Pasciuto, Esq., of True North Business Consulting and Laura Greer of Mandala Services. “We feel this sort of education is sorely lacking in most health-education programs,” says Greer. “Our desire is to provide these professionals with the basic business skills required to build a thriving practice so they can continue to offer their healing gifts to the world for years to come.”

The program was launched in August with a free Jumpstart Your Business webinar, and the Institute offered two courses in September on Practice Management and Developing Your Marketing Strategy. The October classes cover The Essentials of Bookkeeping and Taxes and Online Marketing and Social Media. Classes are also planned for November and December, with the goal of addressing the business needs of health and wellness professionals. “So many wellness businesses fail, but they don’t have to,” notes Pasciuto. “We need them to succeed.”

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Kundalini Yoga Teacher Training Begins in Cambridge

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undalini Yoga Boston is celebrating its first anniversary with a Kundalini Yoga Level 1 Teacher Training program that begins on October 15. Organizers say the training program is for everyone, whether the goal is to become a certified teacher or to deepen one’s personal experience of kundalini yoga. “This course will give a foundation for a successful lifelong yoga and meditation practice,” says director Siri Bani Kaur. “Students will gain the knowledge and self-confidence to make a difference in their lives and the world around them while still maintaining a daily schedule.”

Bani Kaur says that certified team teachers from the Kundalini Research Institute will help students fine-tune their growth and gain a sense of excellence as teachers of kundalini yoga.

“I began the teacher training because I wanted to share teachings that had awakened a part of me that had been asleep,” she notes. “But I learned that it was not about teacher training as much as it was about spiritual transformation. I was transformed, not into something other than me, but into the truth of who I really am.” Kundalini Yoga Boston is a studio solely dedicated to the practice of kundalini yoga, based on the teachings of Yogi Bhajan.

Kundalini Yoga Boston is located at 186 Hampshire St., in Cambridge. Call 617868-0055 or visit KundaliniYogaBoston.com for more information.

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newsbriefs Free Introductory Reflexology Sessions in Lexington

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ane Beckwith, a reflexologist with more than 25 years of experience, is offering free introductions to reflexology from 7 to 8:30 p.m. on October 17 and 24 in Lexington. “Reflexology is an ancient healing art and an integral tool for restoring the body through natural Jane Beckwith pathways that originate in the hands and feet,” says Beckwith. “Through gentle, focused compression, it provides deep relaxation, strengthens the immune system and relieves both muscle aches and rheumatism.”

The introductory sessions will take place at the Center for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, in Lexington. Each participant will receive a 10-minute treatment focused on a specific area, as discussed with the practitioner. “I have always enjoyed helping a wide variety of people and their conditions,” Beckwith says. “If you haven’t tried reflexology, you’re in for a wonderful experience.”

To register for the free sessions, call 727-389-3899. The Center for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine is located at 394 Lowell St., Ste. 13, in Lexington.

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newsbriefs New Keratin Treatment Combats Frizz Naturally

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Drums and Drumming Along Massachusetts Avenue

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he DrumConnection has opened its doors on Massachusetts Avenue in East Arlington, selling African and world drums and percussion instruments and offering classes and workshops in West African drumming and dance.

“Drumming is an extremely healthy activity to keep body and mind functioning to their fullest,” says owner Alan Tauber. “It’s a great way to get healthy, create community and have fun.”

The DrumConnection has been offering classes for all ages and experience levels in and beyond Arlington for more than 20 years.

The store features a newly refurbished classroom in addition to the merchandise showroom. “We carry the best drums, accessories, cases, books, CDs and DVDs in New England,” says Tauber. “Our instruments come from Africa, the Middle East, South America, India, Asia and the U.S., and they’re made by native artisans and the best manufacturers in the business.”

Several famous drummers have also come to teach workshops and visit the store, including master drummers Mamady Keita, Famoudou Konaté, Sayon Camara and Ibrahima Camara.

The DrumConnection is located at 177 Massachusetts Ave., in Arlington. For more information and store hours, visit DrumConnection.com.

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eratin treatments are popular among those seeking relief from dull, dry, frizzy, damaged or unmanageable hair.

Unfortunately, many keratin products offered in salons and beauty supply stores contain toxic chemicals that can trigger headaches, respiratory problems and burning of the eyes and throat. A new product line, Spazzolla Professionale, offers the same hair-taming benefits with natural ingredients, amino acids, collagen and cysteine. Spazzolla Professionale is free of formaldehyde and other toxic substances, says Cassia Bucciero, who distributes the product for Futura Beleza, Inc.

D’Ciro Hair Design in Watertown is among the local salons featuring the product. Others can obtain it from FuturaBeleza.com and chose from two products. “The Spazzolla Treatment re-texturizes curls and makes them soft, shiny, frizz-free and easier to style,” says Bucciero. “Spazzolla Ultimate is for people with a lot of hair that is bulky, frizzy or curly. It will reduce up to 95 percent of curls and frizz, reducing styling time and making it easier to wear the hair straight.” Bucciero says users will see immediate results that last up to 12 weeks.

For more information about Spazzolla Professionale, call 617-930-2179 or visit FuturaBeleza.com. D’Ciro Hair Design is located at 407 Mount Auburn St. in Watertown. For more information, visit DCiroHairDesign.com. See ad on page 5.

Self-Awareness for Weight Management

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hari Solomon of Cocoa Plum Nutrition has created a new weight-loss program called Mindfulness for Weight Management. The program uses self-awareness as the guide to losing weight, rather than will power. In addition to covering what to eat and what not to eat, Mindfulness for Shari Solomon Weight Management mixes meditation, breathing techniques, imagery and conscious eating into the dieter’s daily routine. “These techniques, along with education about healthy food choices, allow my clients to no longer struggle with controlling their own weight,” says Solomon. “A healthy weight is so valuable to being well, and mindfulness is a natural approach to weight loss compared to medicines or operations.”

After a complimentary phone intake, Solomon designs the program according to her clients’ needs and desires. Some of her approaches to mindfulness for healthy eating include concentration meditation, pausing breath and joy meditation. Solomon views mindfulness as a softer, non-judgmental approach to weight management.

Cocoa Plum Nutrition has offices in Arlington and West Concord. For more information, call 781-454-7960, email Shari@CocoaPlumNutrition.com or visit CocoaPlumNutrition.com.

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newsbriefs Workshop combines Alexander Technique and Thai Yoga

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ecile Raynor, of Mind and Body Stress Management, is offering a one-day workshop that combines the Alexander Technique and Thai yoga. The workshop takes place on October 9 in Brookline and includes two hours to explore meditation, nutrition and safe exercising to help participants find a style that fits them and learn how the Alexander Technique can support them.

“With the Alexander Technique, participants learn to Cecile Raynor shed harmful habitual patterns of body and mind and stop creating excess tension by activating postural reflexes,” says Raynor. “It also promotes ease of movement and effortlessly good posture, creating space for deeper breathing.”

Raynor says Thai yoga, which is sometimes called “lazy man’s yoga,” allows participants to enjoy the benefits of yoga while the therapist does all the work.

“They’ll feel nurtured from head to toe and feel muscle tension melt away while experiencing better circulation, boosting the immune system and balancing their energy,” she says.

To learn more about the workshop and location, call 617-359-7841, email CecileRaynor@gmail.com or visit AlexanderTec.com. See ad on page 35.

October 16 is National Feral Cat Day

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he Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) estimates that there are 50 million stray and feral cats, also known as community cats, in this country. Strays are former pets that escaped their home or were left behind by people. Feral cats—the offspring of strays or other feral cats—are typically afraid of people.

They may roam alone or live in groups populated in large part by related females.

“Feral kittens that are younger than eight weeks have a good chance of being tamed and adopted,” says Nancy Peterson, cat programs manager for The HSUS.

“People can help stray and feral cats using a strategy known as Trap-NeuterReturn,” she explains. “TNR involves catching the cats in special no-harm traps, and having a veterinarian vaccinate them against diseases and spay or neuter them, which keeps them from having more kittens.” She notes that the veterinarian also clips the tip of one ear to indicate that the cat has already been spayed or neutered.

For information and community events, visit HumaneSociety.org/issues/feral_cats and AlleyCat.org/nfcd.

Source: Cat and Crow: An Amazing Friendship by Lisa Fleming

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newsbriefs Larz Anderson Auto Museum Hosts Green Day

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n October 10, the Larz Anderson Auto Museum presents “Green Day: Bringing Technology and People Together Through Green Innovations,” from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. This family-friendly event promotes green driving and living in Massachusetts. The museum welcomes those with any green modes of transportation, including grease cars, electric cars, hybrid cars, solar cars, motorized and regular bicycles, Segways and scooters.

“Green Day is more than a day; it’s a lifestyle, and the Larz Anderson Auto Museum promotes all ways of green living,” says Molly Niemy, the museum’s education manager. “Being green is also about having fun, creating art out of ‘trash’ or using Mother Nature as a template and letting creativity flow. We hope that everyone will come out for a day of fun and learning, and stay green.”

The Larz Anderson Auto Museum is located at 15 Newton St., in Brookline. For more information on the museum, call 617-522-6547 or visit LarzAnderson.org.

For more information on the Green Day event, visit GreenDay2011.org.

Seeking Leftover Halloween Candy for Troops

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r. David Oliver and the staff at Newton Wellness Center will be collecting leftover Halloween candy to send to American troops overseas. The office will accept the candy donations from 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on November 1 and 3 to 7 p.m. on November 2. “Our soldiers are so far away and this is the beginning of the holiday season,” says Oliver. “Receiving Halloween candy reminds them of home.” Other items such as basic toiletries, magazines and even handwritten notes will also Dr. David Oliver be collected, as they also are very much appreciated by the troops. All items will be sent to Operation Shoebox for shipping to American soldiers around the world.

“As we enter the giving season, I’m excited to have the opportunity to give back, especially to those who have sacrificed so much for all of us,” Oliver says.

“I send a big ‘thank you’ in advance to all those taking part.”

Newton Wellness Center is located at 1280 Centre St., Ste. 210, in Newton. To learn more, visit NewtonWellnessCenter.com or call 617-641-9999. See ad on page 27.

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healthbriefs October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Household Chemicals May Pose Risk for Breast Cancer

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study recently published in the journal Environmental Health reports that frequent use of common household cleaning products may increase a woman’s risk for breast cancer. The study was undertaken by the Silent Spring Institute, a partnership of scientists, physicians, public health advocates and community activists dedicated to identifying links between the environment and women’s health, especially breast cancer. Researchers conducted telephone interviews with 787 women diagnosed with breast cancer and 721 comparison women, questioning them about their product use, beliefs about breast cancer causes, and established and suspected risk factors.

Executive Director Julia G. Brody, Ph.D., says, “Women who reported the highest combined cleaning product use had a doubled risk of breast cancer compared to those with the lowest reported use. Use of air fresheners and products for mold and mildew control were associated with increased risk. To our knowledge, this is the first published report on cleaning product use and the risk of breast cancer.” The use of insect repellents was also associated with increased risk.

The Science Behind an Apple a Day

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ccording to Bahram H. Arjmandi, Ph.D., a registered dietician and chair of the Department of Nutrition, Food and Exercise Sciences at Florida State University, there is scientific truth in the adage, “An apple a day keeps the doctor away.” The nationally recognized nutrition researcher, a Margaret A. Sitton professor, maintains that apples are a “miracle fruit,” providing health benefits beyond fiber.

Earlier animal studies have shown that the pectin and polyphenols in apples improve lipid metabolism and lower the production of pro-inflammatory molecules. Arjmandi’s new study is the first to evaluate the long-term cardio-protective effects of eating apples daily. He randomly assigned 160 women, ages 45 to 65, to one of two dietary intervention groups: one received 75 grams of dried apples each day (the equivalent of four or five fresh apples); the other ate dried prunes.

Arjmandi reports surprising results: “Incredible changes in the apple-eating women happened by six months—they experienced a 23 percent decrease in LDL [bad] cholesterol.” Daily apple consumption also led to lower levels of C-reactive protein, which is known to trigger inflammation in the body. In another unexpected benefit, the apple-eaters lost an average of 3.3 pounds.

Source: Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology

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A Secret to Longevity

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review of more than 160 studies has established compelling evidence that happy people tend to live longer and experience better health than their unhappy peers. One study that followed nearly 5,000 university students for more than 40 years found those that were the most pessimistic as students tended to die first. An even longer-term study that tracked 180 Catholic nuns from early adulthood to old age revealed that those that wrote positive autobiographies in their early 20s tended to outlive the nuns that wrote more negative accounts of their young lives.

Source: Applied Psychology: Health and Well-Being.

Garlic is Kind to Cartilage

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ew research from King’s College London and the University of East Anglia, in Norwich, England, reveals yet another healing benefit of garlic.

The scientists discovered that women that consume a diet high in garlic and other allium vegetables, such as onions and leeks, experience less hip osteoarthritis.

globalbriefs News and resources to inspire concerned citizens to work together in building a healthier, stronger society that benefits all.

Inappropriate Eats

Fish Consume Plastic from Human Trash The Great Pacific Garbage Patch, as dubbed by scientists, is a region of floating trash in the ocean that is twice the size of Texas. It comprises plastic debris that includes toys, cups, wrappers and bottles that slowly degrade from the sun’s rays and wave action into ever-smaller fragments until fish often mistake them for food. This finding, from a new study by the Scripps Institution of Oceanography, could have serious implications for the food chain.

Scientists examined 141 fish across 27 species and estimated that small fish were eating as much as 24,000 tons of plastic waste each year, mostly tidbits smaller than a fingernail, and that nearly one in 10 fish in the region had plastic in its stomach. Most fish in the study were lantern fish, which dwell at depths of 650 to 3,200 feet during the day, but then swim near the surface at night to feed on plankton, where they often gulp plastic by mistake.

Small fragments of plastic could leach toxins into the fish, stunt their growth, alter reproduction or even kill them. It is unclear what impact that small, plastic-affected fish have upon larger fish that eat them, and ultimately on human fish-eaters.

Appliance Awareness Home Electronics Getting Greener

German Chancellor Angela Merkel has committed to shutting down all 17 of Germany’s nuclear reactors by 2022.

Eight will be permanently switched off by the end of this year, including seven that were disconnected for safety inspections in March.

The country plans to compensate for the closures with a plan to reduce electricity consumption by 10 percent and double the share of renewable energy sources to 35 percent by 2020. A new report from the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research and the International Institute for Applied System Analysis revealed that Europe’s overall renewable energy capacity rose 30 percent in 2010.

European Union Energy Commissioner Günther Oettinger said that Germany could achieve its goals only if it also invests in better grid infrastructure, storage capacity and forward planning, as well as more renewable energies. Merkel defended the decision, saying, “Our energy system has to be fundamentally changed and can be fundamentally changed. We want the electricity of the future to be safer and at the same time, reliable and economical.”

Greenpeace has compiled their third annual survey of the “greenest” home electronics products from 18 companies in seven categories—desktops, laptops, netbooks, mobile phones, televisions, monitors and smart phones— based on their environmental impact (tinyurl.com/23pxpsc). Considerations included hazardous substances, power consumption, product lifecycle (recycling potential) and innovation in marketing (carbon footprint).

The survey found a significant overall reduction in the use of hazardous chemicals since last year, with more products made without toxic polyvinyl chloride (PVC) and brominated fire retardant (BFR). The use of phthalates, beryllium and antimony (heavy metals) and their associated compounds also went down in every category.

Almost all products submitted for the survey met or exceeded the current Energy Star standards established by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.

However, one conclusion of the report is that companies seemed to put more effort into improving the overall energy efficiency of operating their products rather than reducing the embedded energy, or carbon footprint, involved in manufacturing them.

Lifecycle management continues to be the weakest eco-link when it comes to electronics production. The researchers found little use of recycled plastic, take-back practices, and marketing efforts aimed to prevent rapid obsolescence.

Source: BusinessGreen.com

Source: Greenpeace

No Nukes

Germany to Shutter All Reactors by 2022

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ecotip Ablution Solution

Water-Saving Bathroom Tips There’s a regular waterworks in modern bathrooms—sinks, commode, tub, shower—maybe even a bidet. All are necessary sanitation fixtures, but need to be used properly to avoid wasting precious water and processing extra waste. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) confirms that bathroom activities account for more than half of indoor water use.

n The EPA estimates that a shower uses 10 to 25 gallons, compared to 70 gallons for a bath, so save the more water-intensive rub-adub-dub for a special occasion—perhaps with some bath salts, candles and music.

n First, find and fix any possible plumbing leaks from pipes, faucets, flappers, valves and drains that can run up the water bill, even when no one is home. Then consider replacing aerators on faucets to reduce water flow, but not pressure, for a tiny cost with big returns. An EPA WaterSense label indicates a wise choice. n Toilets use 30 percent of bathroom water, so make sure household utility bills aren’t paying the high cost of an old-fashioned (1990s or older) 3.5to 7-gallons-per-flush type; modern fixtures use about a gallon-and-a-half.

Dual-flush toilets (for number one and number two) save even more. Universal conversion kits are affordably priced. n Chuck the commode altogether and switch to a composting toilet. It may seem radical and expensive, but will also use less water and even process the waste onsite (more details at tinyurl.com/37swkz). n A low-flow showerhead makes a big difference. Start with a test: Fill up a gallon bucket at full pressure; if it takes more than 20 seconds, it’s a low-flow device. Because nobody wants to walk into a cold shower, most people tend to wastefully let the water run a bit first. Fortunately, gadgets such as Showerstart are available that cut any water flow to a trickle as soon as it gets hot, which saves water and also signals that the water has warmed up.

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n Alter personal habits to shower more quickly and turn off the tap between wetting and rinsing; the same goes for hand washing, tooth brushing and shaving.

Visit Water Sense online at tinyurl.com/y9b9j5b.

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Barbara Gosselin:

the body whisperer

by Kim Childs

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arbara Gosselin began her career as a physical therapist working primarily in sports medicine. At the time, she was also a back-pain sufferer who had to lie down after work each day to find some relief. In 1987, Gosselin found her way to a workshop on craniosacral therapy, a modality she’d never even heard of. The course would change her body, her career and her life.

“During the workshop there was an exercise where students went around the room performing an assessment that involved feeling energetic ripples in the body and following them to problem areas,” Gosselin recalls.

“I was one of the subjects on the table, totally silent, and about five students in a row went right to the place where my back pain was. I couldn’t refute that.”

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nique called fascial mobilization to help people heal and thrive. She’s also trained in somato-emotional release, which helps people to free up trapped emotions in the body for more holistic healing. “My work is not classical craniosacral,” Gosselin notes.

“It’s light-touch and hands-on, working with the fascia, which is a kind of matrix of tissue that envelops every other tissue in the body.

If fascia is off or tight or restricted, everything else is going to be impaired in some way.”

Gosselin’s clients report less pain and better quality of life following her treatments, which sometimes find and heal physical and emotional issues apart from the complaints that bring them to her Arlington office. “I think the body is really a manifestation of everything else that’s going on in a person’s life, and the symptoms often reveal an imbalance,” says Gosselin, noting that, if a client reports shoulder pain, she wouldn’t focus solely on their shoulder. “For example,

I might find a restriction coming from an old ankle sprain that, over the years, has twisted and contorted the fascia in such a way that it’s affecting the shoulder. So I’m approaching the body as a whole system, and letting it tell me where it needs me to work.”

Her technique is so light, subtle and gentle that clients may feel as if nothing is happening, until they get off the table and notice the overall sense of relaxation and well-being that can follow a treatment. “One person said, ‘I feel as if I’ve been on vacation for a week,’ when the treatment was over,” Gosselin reports. “A lot of people go into a very restful state and it’s revitalizing. The work releases tensions and balances the nervous system, reducing the so-called ‘fight or flight’ state.”

Gosselin might also do the somatoemotional release with clients, whether or not they are not aware that a physical symptom has something to do with an emotional trauma they’ve experienced. “The theory is that emotional trauma gets stored in the body, as in ‘Your issues are in your tissues,’” she says. “As the tissue releases, the emotion that is there will also release. I just create the container for clients to do whatever their process is while I’m attending to their body.”

Despite consulting with clients before each treatment, Gosselin says she often doesn’t really know what physical or emotional issues are at play until she begins to listen to their bodies. “I’m very comfortable sitting in the mystery with people. I don’t always need to know what’s going on and why, because often times it will reveal itself as I follow the body. This work is about being present and trusting that there’s something within the person’s being that can heal them. My job is to just be with that and help it.”

Barbara Gosselin, P.T., has written an ebook, 21 Ways To Alleviate Pain, available to those who sign up for her monthly newsletter. For more information, call 781-507-4226 or visit HolisticHealingPT.com. See ad on page 27.

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WATER, WATER EVERYWHERE… But Will There Be Enough?

by Sandra Postel

For at least three decades, Americans have talked about our uncertain energy future, but we’ve mostly ignored another worrisome crisis—water.

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heap and seemingly abundant, water is so common that it’s hard to believe we could ever run out of it. Ever since the Apollo 8 astronauts photographed Earth from space in 1968, we’ve had the image of our home as a strikingly blue planet, a place of great water wealth. But of all the water on Earth, only about 2.5 percent is fresh—and two-thirds of that is locked up in glaciers and ice caps.

Less than one hundredth of 1 percent of Earth’s water is fresh and available.

Across the United States and around the world, we’re already reaching or overshooting the limits of Earth’s natural replenishment of fresh water through the hydrologic cycle. The Colorado and Rio Grande rivers are now so over-tapped that they discharge little or no water into the sea for months at a time. According to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), the massive Ogallala Aquifer, which spans parts of eight states, from southern South Dakota to northwest Texas, and provides 30 percent of the groundwater used for irrigation in the country, is steadily being depleted. In much of the

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world, we’re growing food and supplying water to communities by over-pumping groundwater. This creates a potential crisis in the food economy: We are meeting some of today’s food needs with tomorrow’s water.

The Changing Climate Equation

Due to climate change, we may no longer be able to count on familiar patterns of rain and snow and river flow to refill our urban reservoirs, irrigate our farms and power our dams. While farmers in the Midwest were recovering from the spring flood of 2008 (in some areas, the second “100-year flood” in 15 years), farmers in California and Texas allowed cropland to lie fallow and sent cattle to early slaughter to cope with the drought of 2009.

In the Southeast, after 20 months of dryness, then-Georgia Governor Sonny Perdue stood outside the state capitol in November 2007 and led a prayer for rain. Two years later, he was pleading instead for federal aid, after intense rainfall near Atlanta caused

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massive flooding that claimed eight lives. This year again saw record regional precipitation, this time producing epic flooding in the Mississippi and Missouri river basins.

Climate scientists warn of more extreme droughts and floods and changing precipitation patterns that will continue to make weather, storms and natural disasters more severe and less predictable. As a policy forum in the journal Science notes, the historical data and statistical tools used to plan billions of dollars worth of annual global investment in dams, flood control structures, diversion projects and other big pieces of water infrastructure are no longer reliable. Yet today’s decisions about using, allocating and managing water will determine the survival of most of the planet’s species, including our own.

Shifting Course

For most of modern history, water management has focused on bringing water under human control and transferring it to expanding cities, industries and farms via dams, large water-transfer projects and wells that tap underground aquifers. Major water programs have allowed cities like Phoenix and Las Vegas to thrive in the desert, the expansion of world food production, and rising living standards for hundreds of millions. But globally, they have worsened social inequities as tens of millions of poor people are dislocated from their homes to make way for dams and canals, while hundreds of millions in downstream communities lose the currents that sustain their livelihoods.

Such approaches also ignore water’s limits and the value of healthy ecosystems. Today, many rivers flow like plumbing works, turned on and off like water from a faucet. It’s tougher

for fish, mussels, The United States withdraws big pumps, pipelines, dams and cariver birds and more fresh water per capita nals. These solutions other aquatic life than any other country, much tend to work with to survive; a 2008 assessment led by of which we could save. The nature, rather than against it, making the USGS found that vast majority of demand does effective use of the 40 percent of all not require drinkable water. “ecosystem services” fish species in North provided by healthy America are at risk of Source: Pacific Institute watersheds and wetextinction. lands. Through bet Meanwhile, ter technologies and informed choices, many leaders and localities are calling they seek to raise water productivity and for even bigger versions of past water make every drop count. management strategies. By some esti Communities are finding that promates, the volume of water relocated tecting watersheds is an effective way to through river transfer schemes could make sure water supplies are clean and more than double globally by 2020. reliable; plus, they can do the work of a But mega-projects are risky in a warmwater treatment plant in filtering out poling world, where rainfall and river flow patterns are changing in uncertain ways lutants at a lower cost. New York City is investing $1.5 billion to restore and and require costly power for pumping, protect the Catskill-Delaware Watermoving, treating and distributing at shed, which supplies 90 percent of its each stage. drinking water, in lieu of constructing

Some planners and policymakers a $10 billion filtration plant that would are eyeing desalination as a silver bullet solution to potential water shortages. But cost an additional $300 million a year to operate. Research published in Natuthey miss—or dismiss—the perverse iroral Resources Forum further shows that ny: by burning more fossil fuels and by a number of other U.S. cities—from tiny making local water supplies more and Auburn, Maine, to Seattle—have saved more dependent on increasingly expenhundreds of millions of dollars in capital sive energy, desalination creates more and operating costs of filtration plants by problems than it solves. Producing one instead opting for watershed protection. cubic meter of drinkable water from salt

Communities facing increased water requires about two kilowatt-hours flood threats are achieving cost-effecof electricity, using present technology. tive protection by restoring rivers. After enduring 19 floods between 1961 and Water for People and 1997, Napa, California, opted for this Nature Thus, a vanguard of citizens, communi- approach over the conventional route ties, farmers and corporations are think- of channeling and building levees. In partnership with the U.S. Army Corps ing about water in a new way. They’re of Engineers, a $366 million project is asking what we really need the water reconnecting the Napa River with its for, and whether we can meet that historic floodplain, moving homes and need with less. The result of this shift in businesses out of harm’s way, revitalizthinking is a new movement in water ing wetlands and marshlands and conmanagement that focuses on ingenuity structing levees and bypass channels in and ecological intelligence instead of

More Invisible Water Costs Sample Foods

Average H2O to Produce

Almonds 259.2 gallons per cup Apple 18.5 gallons to grow Avocado 42.6 gallons to grow Beef 1,581 gallons per pound Black tea 5.5 gallons per cup Broccoli 27.4 gallons per pound Cheese 414.2 gallons per pound Chicken 468.3 gallons per pound Coffee 37 gallons per cup Corn 108.1 gallons per pound Granola 65 gallons per cup (varies) Mango 81.9 gallons to grow Oats 122.7 gallons per pound Pasta 230.5 gallons per pound Soybeans 224 gallons per pound

Activities All U.S. golf courses 3.1 billion

gallons a day Occupied hotel room 200 gallons

a day Typical ski resort 800 million liters

per snow season

Clothing Cotton dress shirt 975 gallons Cotton socks 244 gallons Jeans 2,866 gallons each Sneakers 1,247 gallons a pair

Household Goods Book Car Carpet

Computer

Paper Pet bed Pet food

Soap

Television

42.8 gallons 39,000 gallons 14,650 gallons per 1,000 sq. ft. synthetic 10,556 to 42,267 gallons 3 cups per sheet 1,654 gallons (medium) 1,580 gallons per pound of meaty canned food 180.4 gallons per 3.2-ounce bar 3,900 to 65,500 gallons (per make/model/size)

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Ways to Lighten Your Water Footprint Eat less meat. A study published in Agricultural Water Management shows that if all U.S. residents reduced their consumption of animal products by half, the nation’s total dietary water requirement in 2025 would drop by 261 billion cubic meters per year, a savings equal to 14 times the annual flow of the Colorado River.

Ditch bottled water. Per the U.S. Government Accountability Office, putting water in plastic bottles and shipping it just 125 miles uses 1,100 times more energy than producing tap water. The Pacific Institute calculates that it takes three liters of water to produce one liter of bottled water.

Create eco-friendly landscapes.

Statistics published in Environmental Management confirm that turf grass currently covers some 40.5 million acres in the United States—triple the space taken up by any single U.S. irrigated farm crop. Converting thirsty lawns into native, drought-tolerant landscaping significantly drops household water use.

Be water-wise at home. Visit the United States Environmental Protection Agency’s online WaterSense page at tinyurl.com/3wqbz2p to learn simple ways to save water, energy and money.

Calculate personal water use at National Geographic’s tinyurl. com/274jo6v or H2OConserve.org.

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strategic locations. Napa residents will benefit from increased flood protection and reduced flood insurance rates, plus new parks and trails for recreation, higher tourism revenues and improved habitats for fish and wildlife.

Communities prone to excessive storm water runoff can turn existing structures into water catchments. Portland, Oregon, is investing in “green roofs” and “green streets” to prevent sewers from overflowing into the Willamette River.

Chicago now boasts more than 200 green roofs—including atop City Hall— that collectively cover 2.5 million square feet, more than any other U.S. city. The vegetated roofs are providing space for urban gardens and helping to catch storm water and cool the urban environment.

Parking lots, too, can be harnessed.

Many communities are revitalizing their rivers by tearing down dams that are no longer safe or serving a useful purpose, thus opening up habitats for fisheries, restoring healthier water flows and improving aquatic quality. In the 10 years since the Edwards Dam was removed from the Kennebec River, near Augusta, Maine, populations of alewives and striped bass have returned in astounding numbers, reviving a recreational fishery that adds $65 million annually to the local economy.

Watershed Moments

Conservation remains the least expensive and most environmentally sound way of balancing water budgets. From Boston to San Antonio to Los Angeles, water consumption has decreased via relatively simple measures like repairing leaks in distribution systems; retrofitting homes and businesses with waterefficient fixtures and appliances; and promoting more sensible and efficient outdoor water use.

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But the potential for conservation has barely been tapped. It is especially crucial in agriculture, because irrigation accounts for 70 percent of water use worldwide, and even more in the western United States. Getting more crop per drop is central to meeting future food needs sustainably. California farmers are turning to drip irrigation, which delivers water at low volumes directly to the roots of crops. According to U.S. Department of Agriculture figures, between 2003 and 2008, California’s drip and micro-sprinkler area expanded by 630,000 acres, to a total of 2.3 million acres—62 percent of the nation’s total drip irrigation.

Community-based education and rebates to encourage water-thrifty landscapes can help. Las Vegas, for example, pays residents up to $1.50 for each square foot of grass they rip out, which has helped shrink the city’s turf area by 125 million square feet and lower its annual water use by 7 billion gallons.

The water crisis requires us to pay attention to how we value and use water. Across the country, it’s essential that communities work to take care of the ecosystems that supply and cleanse water, to live within their water means and to share water equitably.

Sandra Postel is director of the Global Water Policy Project, a fellow of the Post Carbon Institute and a Freshwater Fellow of the National Geographic Society. She adapted this article, based on her chapter, “Water – Adapting to a New Normal,” in The Post Carbon Reader: Managing the 21st Century’s Sustainability Crises, edited by Richard Heinberg and Daniel Lerch, and a piece published in Yes! (YesMagazine.org). For more information, visit GlobalWaterPolicy.org and National Geographic.com/freshwater.

Saving and Reusing Water at Home

by Stacey Cordeiro

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hen it comes to conserving water and energy, many homeowners are aware of the need for low-flow kitchen and bath fixtures, Energy Star-rated appliances and landscapes that don’t require irrigation. Now the growing movement toward sustainable living is inspiring even more conservation methods, including two technological innovations designed to aid water reuse at home.  Recirculating Systems Much of the water that is wasted in kitchens and bathrooms consists of the cold water that must be drained out of the pipes before hot water reaches the fixture. Insulating the hot-water supply lines can help to reduce the amount of cold water that’s wasted, but a hot water recirculating system might be a better solution for those who have a long distance between their water heaters and fixtures.

In a recirculating system, a pump circulates the heated water through the plumbing, providing hot water near the fixture when needed. Unused water in the supply line gets drained back to the water heater, instead of down the drain. It wouldn’t be efficient to let this system run all the time, however, as the hot-water pipes would constantly leak some heat, the pump would draw electricity and the water heater would be working day and night. Instead, 21

it’s best to use a system with a motion sensor or switch near the faucet to alert the system when hot water is needed.

When a person walks into the kitchen, for example, the motion detector can trigger the recirculating pump and send hot water through the system so it’s ready for use at the faucet.  Greywater Re-use The lightly used water that runs down drains from sinks, bathtubs, and appliances is called greywater. Since toilet-flushing is one of the largest single water uses in the home, it makes sense to try to use greywater to flush toilets.

In practice, however, greywater from kitchen sinks, dishwashers and washing machines needs to be carefully filtered, and greywater from bathroom sinks and showers needs to be disinfected if it’s to be stored in a tank for toilet flushing.

Bathroom greywater systems that provide re-used water for flushing are now available for residential use from such companies as WaterSaver Technologies and Brac Systems. So far they both use chlorine to disinfect the water, but it is expected that soon a chlorine-free system will be available.

It’s easier to use greywater for outdoor irrigation. While the water still needs to be filtered, it doesn’t need to be stored, eliminating one problematic step. “Branched drain” systems run filtered water directly out to landscap-

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ing in underground pipes, delivering water to the roots of plants. This is a popular system in warm climates, but in New England it works only in warm weather. In winter, when there is no need for irrigation in colder climates, greywater can be diverted to a conventional sewer or septic system, unless other creative methods are available. One homeowner in Newton has a system that discharges greywater into a small pool in his solar-heated greenhouse throughout the winter.

Plants clarify the water and the greenhouse supplies heat to the house.

Systems such as this are becoming more common on both residential and municipal scales.

Costs for such recirculating and greywater systems vary from a few hundred to several thousand dollars, depending on the existing plumbing and the property owner’s goals for reducing water use. In most cases, it’s more economical to undertake conservation projects when remodeling kitchens and bathrooms. Many systems will pay for themselves over several years of reduced water and sewer charges.

Stacey Cordeiro is an energy analyst at Living Structures, Inc., in Jamaica Plain. For more information, visit LivingStructures.net.

Honoring National Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Keeping

Breasts Healthy

by Dr. Dawna L. Jones

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ctober is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a good time to learn or remind ourselves of what we can do to prevent breast cancer. While the prescription for breast health also can be applied to overall health, the practices described below are more likely to keep breast tissue healthy and assist with early detection of any irregularities.

Maintain a positive mental outlook. It’s been scientifically proven that positive thinking influences health. Because the body is made of energy and thoughts carry energy, positive thoughts raise our vibration and influence the immune system to help us stay healthy.

Exercise and maintain a normal body weight. Obesity increases the risk for cancer. An increase in body fat puts more stress on the heart, increases the production of hormones (not always a good thing) and creates more storage space for toxins.

Eat right. The body requires certain nutrients for the repair and maintenance of cells. Some nutrients cannot be made in the body (e.g., essential fatty acids, trace minerals, vitamins), requiring us to get these elements from food. Whole grains, cooked and raw vegetables, seeds, seasonal fresh

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fruit, seaweeds, yogurt and cheeses will influence the body to remain in a more alkaline state (with a higher pH), which does not allow for the growth

of cancerous cells. Other foods and vitamins that minimize cancer risk and promote breast health include selenium; vegetables in the cabbage family; beta-carotenes; vitamins C, D and E; and isoflavones, which inhibit the prostaglandins that promote tumor growth.

Vitamins. A balanced diet will provide optimal nutrition for health. The reality, however, is that our best efforts are still leaving us depleted, making it necessary to supplement the diet. It’s best to take whole-food supplements that are nutrient-dense and that contain the enzymes necessary to help the

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body use the vitamins and minerals they contain.

Minimize damage from exposure to toxins, radiation and electromagnetic fields. The cells in the body are miniature factories for repair, energy creation and hormone production, and the body is continuously clearing cells that are damaged.

Antioxidants, vitamins and minerals from a balanced diet can combat damage and restore health.

Examine one’s breasts regularly. The more familiar a woman is with her breasts, the more likely she is to recognize changes.

Get screened. Mammograms do increase exposure to radiation and possible damage to the DNA, and the premenopausal breast appears to be more sensitive to radiation exposure.

Those with a family history of breast cancer may wish to inquire about other methods of diagnosis, such as magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and thermography to minimize radiation to the breast.

Dawna L. Jones, M.D., is a boardcertified obstetrician/gynecologist who practices holistic gynecology in Hanover. For more information, visit BellaNaturalHealth.com. See ad on page 36.

Shedding Light on Seasonal Affective Disorder

by Steve Bernardi and Dr. Gary Kracoff

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espite their self-proclaimed fortitude, many New Englanders do not welcome the colder weather and shorter days that arrive this time of year, while others suffer more troublesome physical and emotional issues as winter approaches. Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) affects many people with symptoms such as depression and lethargy during a time of year characterized by less sunlight and lower temperatures.

It also can lead to cravings for certain types of food, such as carbohydrates, which can exacerbate the cycle.

Unlike other forms of depression, SAD is markedly seasonal. The most common form, which generally arrives in late autumn and lasts until early spring, is attributed to a decrease in sunlight. Less sun exposure and weaker ultraviolet rays lead to lower production of vitamin D in the body, and therefore lower production of serotonin, the neurotransmitter that regulates moods and general feelings of well-being. While taking a vitamin D supplement is important for anyone who does not have enough natural exposure to the vitamin, people with SAD respond best with additional full-spectrum light therapy, which improves the body’s delicate balance of melatonin, the hormone that regulates sleep, and serotonin. Light therapy can reduce the symptoms of SAD or eliminate it altogether.

A full-spectrum light box should be used first thing in the morning for 20 to 30 minutes, early in the season and consistently. A person need not sit directly in front of or beside the light box, but it should be within arm’s reach. It can be positioned on a table or coun23

ter while someone reads or conducts the morning grooming routine. Many people report feeling better within a week of using the light box in these ways, while some individuals may require additional treatments similar to those used for depression.

Sitting near a light box for up to 30 minutes in the morning does require a commitment, but this treatment method is pain-free and fairly inexpensive, with none of the side effects found in medication. If light therapy is

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Steve Bernardi is a compounding pharmacist and Dr. Gary Kracoff is a registered pharmacist and naturopathic doctor at Johnson Compounding and Wellness Center, in Waltham. For more information, call 781-893-3870 or visit NaturalCompounder.com. See ad on page 7.

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by Beth Davis

Since its inception in 1983 by founder and developer, Dr. Donald Epstein, Network Spinal Analysis™ (also called Network Chiropractic or Network Care) has evolved from the clinical detection, classification, and reduction of the vertebral subluxation (the basis on which traditional chiropractic was formed) to the present day view as an evidence-based approach to wellness and body awareness.

Using the most recent understanding of the nervous system and physics, Network Spinal Analysis (NSA) is a very gentle yet powerful technique that holds the potential of truly transforming a person’s life. Through specific contacts along the spine, patterns of stress that have been locked in the nervous system are released and transformed into fuel for growth. These patterns often go back many years and as they resolve, people begin to discover their true Self. As the body no longer has to use energy inefficiently to keep old unhealthy memories and patterns alive, there is now more energy left for healing and living.

Dr. Julie Burke, who has been practicing Network Spinal Analysis for 22 years at her office in Newton, says she has witnessed profound effects on the physical, emotional and spiritual levels of her patients. She says gentle precise touches to the spine initiate the removal of interference to the nervous system’s tension and function—essentially cueing

the brain to develop new strategies to experience greater wellbeing. This “clearing” of the nervous system often results in the elimination or reduction of pain, increased flexibility, more energy, and an overall greater enjoyment of life.

NSA is administered in a series of three Levels of Care™, each geared at one’s ability to detect and dissipate spinal tension and nervous system interference, and to increased self-awareness and ability to respond to oneself. Helping individuals to develop an increasing number of coordinated spinal oscillators, called Spinal Gateways or Gates, these regions of the spine gently rock in synch with one another and advance the patient’s progression through the NSA care levels. Integrating movement, breathing and the way we hold ourselves, NSA helps us to be in better touch with our body, and therefore help us to know that we truly can reorganize to heal.

According to the Association for Network Care, two unique healing waves develop with this work, which are unique to Network. One is a respi-

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ratory wave and the other is a bodymind wave associated with a spontaneous undulation of the spine. Both are associated with spontaneous release of spinal and life tensions, and the use of existing tension as fuel for spinal reorganization and enhanced healing.

Because tension in the spinal cord can disrupt the spinal column and cause pain and a general “unwell” feeling, patients in network chiropractic care are usually encouraged to participate in and gain knowledge about their treatment.

Network chiropractic doctors are trained to help the patient develop an awareness of his or her spine in relation to the rest of the body. This patient participation often results in greater self-awareness and conscious awakening of the relationships between the body, mind, emotion, and expression of the human spirit.

In fact, a recent retrospective study of 2,818 patients receiving Network care in the U.S. and around the world demonstrated that Network care is associated with profound and statistically significant improvement in self-reported wellness areas. Patients reported changes in physical wellbeing, such as reduced pain, fewer cold and flu symptoms, fewer headaches and increased spinal flexibility; changes in stress, including improvement in overall ability to cope with daily problems, family relationships, and work; lifestyle changes including regular exercise, meditation or prayer; and overall enjoyment of life. Patients reported experiencing decreased moodiness, improved temper, compassion for others, less anxiety and much more.

For more information, visit AssociationForNetworkCare.com.

To contact Dr. Julie Burke or Dr. John Coleman, call 617-964-3332 or visit WellAdjusted.com. See ad on page 9.

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FOR FITNESS Chiropractic Care Prevents Injury, Boosts Performance

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structure and funchat do disOctober is tioning of their skeltinguished athletes National Chiropractic etal and muscular like Jerry Rice, a Hall system. A 2002 study Health Month of Fame retired wide published in the receiver and threeJournal of Manipulatime Super Bowl champion, and tive and Physiological Therapeutics Lance Armstrong, a former profesnoted that 31 percent of National sional road racing cyclist and sevenFootball League teams include chiropractors on their staff. time Tour de France winner, have in Doctor of Chiropractic Jeff Ludcommon? To withstand the rigors and intensity of each of their sports, these wick assists players of the Harrisburg Stampede, a semi-professional Pennchampions have both used the sersylvania football team. “Improper vices of a chiropractic doctor skilled spinal alignment creates muscular in chiropractic sports sciences and imbalances and nerve interferences,” rehabilitation. advises Ludwick, owner of Camp Hill

As more athletes discover that Family Chiropractic, in Camp Hill, chiropractic care goes beyond rehaPennsylvania. “With properly aligned bilitation benefits to further enhance performance, they are coming to rely skeletal and nervous systems, an athlete’s body doesn’t have to work as on it as a tool to support the healthy 26

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hard,” which is why team members receive spinal adjustments before hitting the field for this high-impact sport.

Ludwick notes that football is known for stressing hip joints, because when a player’s hip turns out even a few degrees, especially from sudden changes in direction, falling or violent contact with another player, tendons and muscles become tighter on one side than the other.

“Chiropractic adjustments anticipate and prevent this, so that the body doesn’t have to waste energy compensating for imbalances,” he explains.

Traditionally, chiropractic care is known for focusing on postural adjustments to minimize abnormal stresses and strains that affect the function of the nervous system and act on joints and spinal tissues. But active exercises and stretches, extension traction and ergonomic education are frequently added as preventive protocols to help athletes avert injury.

Cause and Effects The spinal cord operates like a switchboard for the body, transferring electrical impulses via a network of nerves. It works properly as long as there is no interference between the brain and tissue cells.

But when nerve endings swell due to misaligned vertebrae, injury is more likely. Research reported in the Journal of Chiropractic Medicine and The Physician and Sportsmedicine indicates that chiropractic sports science helps find and correct the underlying causes, and thus helps prevent and heal injuries.

During one research project, Chung Ha Suh, Ph.D., and his team at the University of Colorado demonstrated that even, “minuscule amounts of pressure on a nerve root (equal to a feather falling on the hand), resulted in up to a 50 percent decrease in electrical transmission down the course of the nerve sup-

plied by that root.” The resulting biomechanical misalignment causes a domino effect: It exerts abnormal pressure on the nerve root, causes interference in the brain’s impulses to tissue cells, and alters the performance of any muscles and organs that the nerve serves.

Chiropractic Physician Jay Sweeney, owner of San Antonio Family Alternative Medicine, in Texas, uses functional neurology to “send a barrage of neurologically correct signals through the nervous system straight into the brain” in order to promote the balance, stability and coordination that enhance athletic performance and help prevent injuries.

Dr. Nicole Galiette, owner of Chiropractic & Rehabilitation Center, in Cheshire, Connecticut, believes that her expertise as a marathon runner helps to guard athlete clients from fatigue and stress that affect joints as a result of repetitive motions. “In any sport, there is a tendency to use one side, one joint or one movement more than others,” advises Galiette.

For example, cyclists and runners’ repetitive stress injuries most often occur in the knees and back, while swimmers and baseball pitchers experience them in the shoulders. When Galiette treats cyclists that overwork their leg muscles and lean forward in an awkward spinal position for extended periods, she emphasizes strengthening exercises.

“Injuries that heal properly are less susceptible to future flare-ups,” she notes.

“Anyone that pushes their body hard needs to be in proper alignment, to keep the muscular system balanced,” Galiette asserts.

“Strengthening the muscles around body mechanisms that are most frequently used means that the integrity of the surrounding structures won’t be compromised and cause other problems.”

Linda Sechrist is a senior writer and editor for Natural Awakenings.

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INDIVIDUAL INTEGRITY

Embracing the Moral Imperative to Protect Earth

by Kathleen Dean Moore

Climate destabilization and environmental degradation are scientific, technological and economic issues, to be sure. But they are also fundamentally and primarily moral issues that call for a moral response.

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hen we asked global moral leaders—“Do we have a responsibility to leave for the future a world as rich in possibility as our own?”—we received an outpouring of essays, articles, prayers and letters—all calling the world to action.

The resulting book, Moral Ground: Ethical Action for a Planet in Peril, shares the compelling testimony of more than 80 visionaries— theologians and religious leaders, scientists, elected officials, business leaders, naturalists, activists and writers—calling for a moral response to current climate change that is right, just and worthy of us as moral beings. The motives vary: for the sake of the children; for the survival of humankind; because justice demands it; because compassion asks it; because we are called to be stewards of God’s creation. Whatever world view, religion and values an individual brings to the question, there is reason to act.

Consider the American Revolution, the emancipation of slaves and the Civil Rights movement, each driven by deeply held and widely shared moral convictions. Today’s climate crisis creates such a historical moment. But only if we grasp the moral urgency of the decision now upon us can we individually and collectively meet the challenge.

We hear the arguments: I’m just one person; it may already be too late; the forces against us are strong; there’s really no hope of making a difference, so I won’t bother trying. But it’s a mistake to believe that we have only two options: to act in hope or to abdicate all moral agency in

despair. Between the two extremes, a huge middle ground exists—call it integrity—where we have the power to shape our lives to embody our most profound sense of what is right and worthy.

There is joy and liberation in waking up each morning affirming, “I have power over my decisions. I refuse to do what I know is wrong and will divest myself of the things I don’t believe in.

By living with integrity and joining with others in communities of caring, I will create with my life a new definition of success and happiness.”

We can’t count on inventors, scientists or politicians to save us. What will save us are our singular human capabilities: to celebrate and to grieve; to love our children and the astonishing, beautiful Earth; to honor justice; and ultimately, to imagine how to live in a better way. We are called upon today to participate in the greatest global exercise of the moral imagination the world has ever seen.

Kathleen Dean Moore is co-editor of Moral Ground and author of Wild Comfort: The Solace of Nature. For more information, visit Moral Ground.com.

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n More than the usual licking of the genital area

Urinary Health Illness Care and Prevention Tips

by Dr. Matthew J. Heller

The urinary system is vital to any animal’s health, because it is responsible for removing waste products such as chemical byproducts, toxins and drugs from the bloodstream and eliminating them as urine. Other vital functions of the system include balancing the body’s pH, transforming vitamin D into an active form, and releasing hormones that aid in regulating blood pressure.

Urinary tract disease may show up in several ways, including common bacterial infections easily treated with antibiotics, and bladder or kidney stones, which often require surgery. Just as in people, urinary tract disease causes pets pain and is dangerous if left untreated.

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n Crying or whimpering when urinating n Cloudy or bloody urine with a strong odor n Tenderness in lower abdominal area during examination As always, providing the veterinarian with details as to changes in recent potty habits is helpful. Based on a detailed medical history, many veterinarians will proceed to diagnostic testing that usually begins with a basic urinalysis.

Urinary Tract Infections

Dogs and cats can suffer from diseases and disorders similar to those that can trouble their owners. Urinary tract disease is a common cause for concern for pets.

Urinary System Primer

n Increased urination, sometimes in inappropriate areas, such as inside the home or outside the litter box

Many urinary diseases share similar symptoms, any of which should prompt a proper professional diagnosis: n Frequent straining to urinate, often with little success; if a pet likely has a full bladder and attempts to urinate but nothing passes, consult a veterinarian immediately

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The most common cause of urinary tract disease is bacterial infection. For most urinary tract infections (UTI), an antibiotic regime will treat the present infection and lifestyle changes accompanied by veterinarianrecommended nutraceuticals may aid in preventing future problems.

Certain underlying conditions may predispose a pet to infection, such as a weakened immune system or diabetes. Most canine UTIs are bacterial in origin and as a general rule, female dogs are more prone to experience them because the wider female urethra potentially allows more unwanted bacteria to enter. If bacteria then travels to the bladder and is left untreated, it may go on to contaminate the kidneys and other organs, presenting a serious health risk.

Bladder Stones

Bladder or kidney stones pose a more serious type of urinary disease, and either is of more concern for pets. In suspect situations, radiographic imaging such as X-rays or ultrasounds will help determine treatment. Small female dogs between the ages of 4 and 8 that have a history of bladder infections are the most vulnerable.

While stones are less common in male dogs, it can pose a critical care sit-

uation if stones pass from the bladder into the male’s narrow urethra, where the obstruction prevents the pet from urinating. Stones can also affect feline friends and similar life-threatening situations can occur if urine is unable to pass.

Generally, stones form in concentrated urine, so the less hydrated a pet, the greater the risk that a stone may form. Stones are formed by microscopic mineral crystals strained out of urine that band together to create a larger stone. There are various types of stones and correct identification will determine treatment options.

Prevention Tips

Increase water consumption. Home cooking is a wonderful option for ensuring a pet is receiving ample moisture-rich foods; most recipes include fluid-rich meats and veggies.

Offering high quality, premium canned food is good, too. For pets that routinely chow down on dry commercial foods, moisten rations with salt-free broth.

Also, add a tiny pinch of unrefined sea salt to their water bowl; using distilled water is advised for pets with a history of stones.

Use supplements. Capsules of d-Mannose cranberry extract combine a powerful natural diuretic with the antibacterial benefits of cranberries. The more often a pet urinates, the less likely the urine will become concentrated in the bladder.

Consider probiotics. Probiotics contain beneficial bacteria that establish a healthy flora in the digestive tract; a strong gut can fight off infectious bacterial challenges.

Monitor pH. Owners can purchase pH strips to test a pet’s first daily urine at home. Changes in a pet’s pH may indicate a urinary issue and that veterinary care is advisable.

A Holistic Approach to Urinary Health for Pets

by Margo Roman, D.V.M.

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hen an animal has a bladder or kidney issue, the diet needs to be examined. Many pet foods have higher levels of calcium or other minerals that might cause stones to form if the body is not balanced. Kidney and urinary tract health also hinges on supporting the gastrointestinal tract, which absorbs nutrients and contains the lymphatics that give origin to the immune system. Giving pets a high-quality organic, fresh, raw diet, along with water that is free of fluoride and chlorine, is crucial to overall health.

If a urinary tract infection is present, it’s important to get the animal to drink water and flush the kidney and bladder. Natural chicken broths or the liquid from a can of tuna in water can be supplemented with more water for added flavor to encourage drinking. If the urine analysis shows a high pH level, adding vitamin C and a cranberry extract to the water dish can help to lower the pH. Cranberry also helps prevent the adherence of bacteria to the bladder wall, and marshmallow root herb can help to soothe the bladder.

Other helpful herbs include echinacea for its antibacterial effect, and Uva Ursi for reducing urinary pain. Homeopathically, apis and arnica can be used for swelling and pain, and cantharis can be given if there is blood in the urine. Acupuncture can help with the inflammation of both the kidney and the bladder, and its ability to increase circulation through stagnant areas can speed healing.

If an animal is unable to urinate it is truly an emergency. A stone can block the urethra, which is a life-threatening condition. If an animal is straining and producing nothing, seek veterinary care immediately.

Margo Roman, D.V.M., practices holistic veterinary care at Main Street Animal Services of Hopkinton (MASH), located at 72 W. Main St., in Hopkinton. For more information, call 508-435-4077 or visit MashVet.com. See ad on page 33.

By staying alert to abnormal pet behavior and promptly consulting with a vet, you will be able to get your pet back to proper urinary health.

Dr. Matthew J. Heller is a holistic veterinarian and owner of All About PetCare, in Middletown, OH. For more information, visit AllAboutPetCare.com.

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calendarofevents All Calendar events for the November issue must be received byOctober 10th and adhere to our guidelines. Visit NaturalAwakeningsMCMA.com for guidelines and to submit entries.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 1 Somerville Homeless Coalition 5K Road Race – 9am. Proceeds benefit the Somerville Homeless Coalition, providing a wide range of social services to the Somerville area’s homeless, nearhomeless and working poor. $25. Davis Square, 7 Hills Park, Somerville. SomervilleHomeless Coalition.org/Events/RoadRace.

Designing and Making Beaded Jewelry – 10am-3pm. Learn a few basic techniques and let the sense of design guide in making great pieces of jewelry to wear, sell, or give as gifts. Get an overview of essential materials and learn the basic skills needed to make earrings, bracelets, necklaces, and eyeglass chains. Materials supplied by instructor. $40. The Cambridge Center for Adult Education, 56 Brattle St, Cambridge. CCAE.org/ Catalog/detail.php?id=559149.

Boston Local Food Festival – 11am-5pm. A great opportunity to learn about local food options and to support local independent businesses.

Children’s Warf Park, Congress St and Seaport Blvd, Boston. BostonLocalFood.com.

The Science of Yoga – 11am-5pm. With Tim McCall, MD. A workshop discussion about yoga’s mechanisms of action, exploration of the science of neuroplasticity and the recent evidence of yoga’s ability to change gene expression. A mix of practice and theory. $200. TriYoga Boston, 60 Prospect St, Waltham. 781-609-2497. TriYoga Boston.org.

Harvest Festival – 1-4pm. Includes games, cider making, harvest treats, the butter dance, pumpkin decorating, contests, and music. Donations accepted. Somerville Community Growing Center, 22 Vinal Ave, Somerville. 617-666-2969.

TheGrowingCenter.org.

Kirtan with David Newman – 7-9pm. An evening of devotional music and chanting. $25/ advance, $30/at door. Samadhi, 796 Beacon St, Newton. 617-243-0034. SamadhiIntegral.com.

Chameleon Arts Ensemble Concert – 8pm. An innovative ensemble draws those who love the adventure of music–classic and contemporary. A Chameleon concert is a multifaceted experience

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sion on the therapeutic benefits of yoga. Learn how yoga has been clinically proven to heal ailments of the body, mind and spirit. Free. TriYoga Boston, 60 Prospect St, Waltham. 781-609-2497.

TriYogaBoston.org.

Moving Through Loss – 6:30-8:30pm. 6-wk program that combines movement through Nia, education and group support for people who have suffered loss. $108/6 wks, $20/drop in. TriYoga Boston, 60 Prospect St, Waltham. 781-609-2497.

TriYogaBoston.org.

MONDAY, OCTOBER 3 21-Day Return to Nourishment: A Whole Food Cleanse – A fall cleanse to prepare for the winter months. Help prevent holiday weight gain and the buildup of toxins that would be released by exercise in the summer months. $195. More info: 339-545-1321. FriskyLemon.com.

in an intimate environment joining audience and musicians in an exuberant celebration of music. $23-$43/ticket. First Church, 66 Marlborough St, Boston. 617-427-8200. ChameleonArts.org.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 2 Oktoberfest and HONK Festival – 12-6pm. Features six stages of live entertainment, over thirty restaurant vendors, hundreds of street vendors selling artwork, jewelry, vintage clothing, neighborhood sidewalk sales and bands from around the country. Free. Harvard Square, Cambridge.

Cambridge-USA.org.

Chameleon Arts Ensemble Concert – 3pm. An innovative ensemble draws those who love the adventure of music, classic and contemporary. A Chameleon concert is a multifaceted experience in an intimate environment joining audience and musicians in an exuberant celebration of music. $23-$43/ticket. Goethe-Institut, 170 Beacon St, Boston. 617-427-8200. ChameleonArts.org.

Yoga for Mindful Eating – 5:30-7:30pm. 7-wk series. Using yoga poses and philosophy, become free from emotional and stress eating, let go of perfection, know when you’re hungry and full and finally accept yourself in your uniqueness and beauty. Led by Diana Cullum-Dugan, registered dietitian and Anusara-inspired yoga teacher. $200. Majestic Yoga Studio, 223 Concord Ave, Cambridge. 617-393-2200. Namaste Nutrition.net.

Yoga as Therapy Panel Discussion – 6:30-8pm.

Join Timothy McCall, MD, Tom Alden, DC, Brahmi Gold-Bernstein, E-RYT 500 for a discus-

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The Secret to Health Happy Relationships – 7-8pm. Learn absolute must-haves for a healthy relationship as well as the most common mistakes people make in relationships. $8. The Center of Light, 85 Edgell Rd, Framingham. 617-990-7411.

LightLectureSeries.com/Boston.

Detox for Health – 7-9pm. A comprehensive overview of the detoxification process. Gain a deeper understanding of ways that detoxifying the body and removing physical interferences can encourage organs to work more efficiently, reducing symptoms and allowing the body to heal naturally. $35. Newton North High School, 2nd Fl, Walnut St, Newton. 781-237-8505. DrBarryTaylor.com/ Upcoming-Events.htm.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 5 Bounty of the Harvest – 12pm. As the root vegetables begin to roll on in, market shoppers make the most of the fall harvest. Get tips for preparing and storing fall crops, some favorite recipes and suggestions for eating green and healthy all winter long. Free. Dedham Farmers’ Market, 6 Eastern Ave, Dedham. GreenerEveryDayConsulting.com/ Events.

Alexander Technique: Principles for Improving Posture and Relieving Pain – 7:30-9pm.

Learn how the principles of this technique can be applied to everyday activities to help you feel, move and look better. Course fee includes one private lesson to be arranged with the instructor. $44. Newton North High School, 457 Walnut St, Newtonville. 617-527-7373. Alexander TechniqueInstruction.com.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 6 Naturopathic Medicine and You – 5:30-6:30pm.

Learn the philosophy behind disease, health and wellness. Learn the role of natural medicine in the 21st century and become more aware of simple, everyday ways to improve your health and wellness with a natural safe approach. Free. Groton Wellness Medical Center, 495 Main St, Groton.

978-449-9919. GrotonWellness.com.

Yoga for Mindful Eating – 7:15-9pm. 7-wk series. Using yoga poses and philosophy, become free from emotional and stress eating, let go of perfection, know when you’re hungry and full and finally accept yourself in your uniqueness and beauty. Led by Diana Cullum-Dugan, registered dietitian and Anusara-inspired yoga teacher. $200.

Samadhi Integral Yoga Center, 796 Beacon St, Newton. 617-393-2200. NamasteNutrition.net.

Introduction to Meditation & Christian Mysticism – 7:30-9pm. 6-wk introductory course designed for modern mystics. Includes teachings on the inner spiritual path, meditation, soul, light, prayer and blessing. Free. The Center of Light, 85 Edgell Rd, Framingham. 857-231-1920. Centers OfLight.org.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 7 Newton Farmers’ Market at Post 440 – 125pm. Grab some reusable bags and head down to Post 440 in Nonantum for some fresh fruit, veggies, jams, baked goods, fish, ice cream and local crafts and jewelry. Free. American Legion Post 440, 295 California St, Newton. 617-796-1500.

CI.Newton.MA.US/Parks/SpecialEvents/Farmers Market/FarmersMarket.htm.

Let’s Talk About Food: Food Safety – 7-9pm.

Learn what steps can be taken to prevent food related illnesses and how to prepare for unexpected outbreaks of disease. Free. Museum of Science, Science Park, Boston. 617-723-2500. MOS.org.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 8 Yoga in the Heart of Italy – Thru Oct 15. A week of yoga at In Sabina in the lyengar/Kripalu traditions for students of all levels. 617-395-4227.

For details: ArtSoulYoga.com.

Family Swap Day with Green Halloween – 10am-2pm. Bring a bag full of all those like-new and gently worn kid’s and maternity clothes, Halloween costumes, children’s books, toys, games, gear, and other family-friendly items just taking up space in your home. Take home an official Swap bag stuffed full to the brim of new finds donated by fellow Boston-area families. $10. The

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Center for the Arts at the Armory, 191 Highland Ave, Ste 1-A, Somerville. 617-718-2191. ArtsAt TheArmory.org.

Prenatal Yoga Teacher Certification – Oct 8 & 9. 10am-2pm. Learn to teach a safe and effective ongoing prenatal yoga class, including working with back issues, integrating the baby into the practice, relaxation and more. With Carmela Cattuti, LPN, Kripalu certified instructor. $125/ early registration, $140. Open Doors Yoga Studio, 65 Washington St, Weymouth. 781-843-8224.

OpenDoors7.com/Studios/Workshops.php.

Killjoy Festival – 12pm-12:30am. From beekeepers and painters to musicians and authors, this festival brings together favorite Boston locals for a night of pure awesome to celebrate the city. Free$15. Located in venues and small businesses all over Central Square, Cambridge. KillJoyFest.com.

Tango by Moonlight – 7:30-11pm. Dance by the light of the full moon shimmering over the rippling waters of the Charles River or just watch and listen. Impromptu 15-minute mini-lessons and demos. Free. Weeks Footbridge, Memorial Dr & Dewolfe St, Cambridge. 617-699-6246. Boston Tango.org.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9 Energy Bodywork Training – 8am-7pm. With Nancy Schmitt. Workshop will cover a detailed overview of the concept of energy and its application as a healing tool, demonstrations of various methods for detecting energy in self and others, strategies and benefits for strengthening personal energy, methods for clearing energy blockages for self and others and application in aspects of everyday life such as business, education, and sports. $200. Cortiva Institute, 103 Morse St, Watertown. 617-668-2000. Cortiva.com.

Massaging With The Power of Love– 9am-5pm.

With Susan Coffey. Learn treatment methods to improve the ability to stay present, including a blindfolded massage exercise, meditation practice and breath work. Revisit the importance of intuition and intention and gain a renewed appreciation for the more subtle gifts of massage therapy. $140. Cortiva Institute, 103 Morse St, Watertown.

617-668-2000. Cortiva.com.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 11 Creative Arts for Cancer – 6:30-8pm. A creative group for anyone who has been touched by cancer or is in any stage of treatment. Basic art supplies will be available. Donations welcome.

Center for Cancer Support & Education, 180 Massachusetts Ave, Arlington. 781-648-0312.

CenterForCancer.org.

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WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 12 National Fossil Day: Celebrating Earth Science Week – 1-5pm. Explore the prehistoric world of fossils. Discover how fossils form and investigate fossilized bones, teeth, claws, and footprints. Free with museum admission. Harvard Museum of Natural History, 26 Oxford St, Cambridge. 617495-3045. HMNH.Harvard.edu.

Lecture and Photographic Exhibition: Life in the Extreme Deep – 6:30-8:30pm. Peter Girguis, Loeb Associate Professor of Natural Sciences at Harvard, will discuss how biologists are working with environmental and industry officials to understand how natural oil-eating microbes are able to aid in the cleanup of oil spills. Free/member, $10/nonmember. Harvard Museum of Natural History, 26 Oxford St, Cambridge. 617-495-3045.

HMNH.Harvard.edu.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 14 Top Dish – 7-10pm. A celebration of local chefs, heart healthy cooking and local suppliers and produce. Sample and critique gourmet delicacies and vote on a favorite. $75/general admission, $100/ VIP. Artists For Humanity, 100 W 2nd St, Boston.

Sandra Casagrand: Sandra@ExhaleLifestyle.com.

BostonLocalFood.com.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15 Groton Wellness Fall Festival – 10am-3pm.

Open house and patient appreciation day. Seminars, services, incentives, new fall menu samples and more. Free. Groton Wellness, 495 Main St, Groton. 978-449-9919. GrotonWellness.com.

Family Constellations Day Long Workshop – 10am-5pm. A therapeutic approach to exploring the deeper, unconscious dynamics in family systems. $125. Inner Arts Institute, 22 Mount Auburn St, Watertown. InnerArtsCalendar.WordPress. com/October.

Newton Harvest Fair – Oct 15 & 16. 11am-5pm.

Craft booths with international and hand-made crafts. Live entertainment, kiddie amusement rides and activities. Free. Newton Centre Green, Langley & Centre St, Newton. Newton CommunityPride.org/Harvest-Fair.

Meditation Workshop – 7-9:30pm. Workshop introduces beginners to the practice of meditation through simple exercises that focus the attention and quiet the mind. $40. Advaita Meditation Center, 28 Worcester Ln, Waltham. 781-647-0020.

AdvaitaMeditation.org.

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Reflexology for Stress– 9am-5pm. With Val Voner. A one-day introductory class in reflexology designed to help combat stress for self, friends and family. Covers the history, definition and benefits of reflexology. Students perform hands on solutions to help alleviate common conditions. $140. Cortiva Institute, 103 Morse St, Watertown.

617-668-2000. Cortiva.com.

Gaining Control of Negative Emotions – 7-8pm.

Learn to identify and understand negative emotions so they don’t continue happening. These emotions include anger, worry, laziness, fear and sluggishness, as well as passive aggressive behaviors such as consistent tardiness or pouting. $8.

The Center of Light, 85 Edgell Rd, Framingham.

617-990-7411. LightLectureSeries.com/Boston.

Introduction to Meditation Course – 9:30am.

5-wk introductory course which presents basic information and techniques relating to meditation. Can be followed by another course focused on mantra meditation. $140. Advaita Meditation Center, 28 Worcester Ln, Waltham. 781-6470020. AdvaitaMeditation.org.

Introduction to Craniosacral Techniques I – 9am-6pm. With Saskia Cote. Gain an understanding of the craniosacral system and learn where it is easiest to palpate. Covers basic techniques to use alone or in a massage or Reiki treatment.

Class will review anatomy, discuss contraindications and take a look at why these techniques are helpful and how to perform them. $160. Cortiva Institute, 103 Morse St, Watertown. 617-6682000. Cortiva.com.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 19

Nicholas Sparks Book Signing – 2-4pm. Internationally bestselling American novelist and screenwriter Nicholas Sparks will be meeting guests and signing copies of his new novel, The Best of Me. Free. Harvard Coop, 1400 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge. HarvardCoopBooks.com.

Ethical Practice in Massage Therapy, Part 1– 6:30-9:30pm. With Sue Mapel. Learn about and discuss power issues; types of interpersonal boundaries; sexual boundaries and preventing sexual misconduct; strategies for managing boundaries; and dual relationships. A thought-provoking and lively workshop that will combine lecture, discussion, individual reflection, small group work and case scenarios. $60. Cortiva Institute, 103 Morse St, Watertown. 617-668-2000. Cortiva.com.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 21 Conscious Movie Night – 7-9:30pm. $8. The Center of Light, 85 Edgell Rd, Framingham. 617990-7411. LightLectureSeries.com/Boston.

Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine for Fertility and Women’s Health – 2-4pm. Elisabeth Horesh, LicAc, MAOM will teach you how acupuncture and Chinese medicine can relieve PMS symptoms, enhance fertility in men and women, treat pregnancy related symptoms such as nausea and acid reflux, and prepare the body for childbirth. Free. Groton Wellness Medical Center, 495 Main St, Groton. 978-449-9919. Groton Wellness.com.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 30 Reiki Clinic – 1:30-4:30pm. An opportunity to receive a half-hour Reiki treatment by a group of practitioners. Reiki is an ancient hands-on energy healing method for reducing stress, relieving pain and facilitating healing on all levels. $10/ clients, free/Reiki practitioners. Arlington Reiki Associates, 366 Mass Ave, Ste 304, Arlington.

781-648-9334. Ulrike Dettling: Detkal@aol.com.

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Gore Place Farm Stand – 7am-7pm, Wed-Sat. Fresh produce; lamb: grass-fed, antibiotic and hormone free; eggs: antibiotic and cage free.

Located next to the Farmer’s Cottage, Gore Place.

GorePlace.org/Farm-Stand.htm.

Charles Square Farmers’ Market – Thru Nov 20. 10am-3pm. Also Fri, 12-6pm. Everything offer is from New England farms: fresh, organic produce, cut flowers, flower bedding, herb and tomato plants, and baked goods. Charles Hotel Courtyard, 1 Bennett St, Cambridge. Facebook. com/CambridgeFarmersMarkets.

SoWa Open Market – Thru Oct 31. 10am-4pm.

Features 140 indie designers, crafters, artists, musicians, farmers, food trucks and much more. 460 Harrison Ave, Boston. 800-403-8305. SoWaOpen Market.com.

Glassblowing Family Experience – 1-2pm.

Enjoy a glassblowing demonstration with the family. A truly unique experience. $15/person. Make pendants for only $10 more per person. Diablo Glass School, 123 Terrace St, Boston. 617-4427444. DiabloGlassSchool.com.

Restorative Yoga – Thru Dec 18. 4-6:30pm. 2nd & 4th Sun. Intended for those experiencing stress, insomnia, fatigue, sickness, injuries or seeking a quiet, centering respite. $35. Art & Soul, 91 Hampshire St, Cambridge. 617-395-4227. Art SoulYoga.com.

Kettle Bell 101 – Thru Dec 1. 5:30-6:30am. Also Tues, 12-12:55pm. Learn how to use the latest workout rage. Learn the proper technique for

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kettlebell exercises such as the Turkish get up, the swing, the clean, the windmill, the clean and press, the snatch and more. $20. Vitality Personal Fitness, 118 Needham St, Newton. 617-620-3585.

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Yoga for Caregivers – Thru Oct 31. 7:30-9:30am.

A two-hour class which offers one hour of yoga followed by one hour for a support group to provide respite for caregivers. $108/6 wks, $20/ drop in. TriYoga Boston, 60 Prospect St, Waltham.

781-609-2497. TriYogaBoston.org.

Central Square Farmers’ Market – Thru Nov 21. 12-6pm. City Parking Lot #5, Bishop Allen Dr & Norfolk St, Cambridge. MassFarmersMarkets. org.

Core Fundamentals – 12:30-1:25pm. Learn how to effectively use free weights, your body weight, resistance tubing and cable exercises to unleash your body’s natural confidence and power. $20.

Vitality Personal Fitness, 118 Needham St, Newton. 617-620-3585. VitalityPersonalFitness.com.

Jam’n Java Open Mic and Coffeehouse – 6:309pm. First Mon. Sign up to play, or come and listen to talented local performers. Free. Jam’n Java, 594 Massachusetts Ave, Arlington. ArlOpenMic. wordpress.com.

Classes on Natural Medicine – Thru Nov 7.

7-9pm. Every two weeks. Natural medicine classes on detox and health, naturopathic medicine, healthy female hormones, food for moods, supplements and herbs for health immune system. $30. Newton North High School, Rm 226, Walnut St, Newton. 781-237-8505. DrBarryTaylor.com/ Upcoming-Events.htm.

Hatha Yoga at Gallery 263 – 7:15-8:30pm. Increase flexibility, strength and balance. Relax and recharge mind and spirit. Intelligent sequencing and attention to alignment which will challenge all levels. Emphasizes correct alignment within a flowing sequence that will leave you feeling strengthened and energized. $10. 263 Pearl St, Cambridgeport. 617-459-9817. WatertownHolistic Health.com.

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Get Primal – Thru Dec 1. 5:30-6:30am. Shape up with the seven primal patterns of movement: squat, lunge, push, pull, bend, twist, and gait.

This 8-exercise functional circuit will bolster your fitness and is a great addition to any athlete’s workout routine. $20. Vitality Personal Fitness, 118 Needham St, Newton. 617-620-3585. Vitality PersonalFitness.com.

Yoga Flow Anusara Style – Thru Dec 27. 9:3011am. Using the Anusara-inspired method, Diana Cullum-Dugan leads a class through yoga poses that open the heart. Explore a deeper experience by way of balanced energy and optimal alignment. $18/drop-in, $14/student/senior. Samadhi Integral Yoga Center, 796 Beacon St, Newton.

617-393-2200. NamasteNutrition.net.

Stretching for Seniors – 10:30-11:30am. With Sylvia Piltch. Increase range of motion with easy stretching set to the rhythm of big band music.

Cambridge Public Library, Main, Community Rm, 449 Broadway, Cambridge. 617-349-4032.

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Farmers’ Market at Harvard – Thru Oct 25.

12-6pm. Fresh, locally grown produce, baked goods, meat, eggs, cheese, pasta, flowers, dips, nuts, ice cream, honey, maple syrup, chocolate, and more. Harvard University, lawn between the Science Center & Memorial Hall, Cambridge.

Dining.Harvard.edu/FLP/Ag_Market.html.

Cold Springs Park Farmers’ Market – Thru Oct 25. 1:30-6pm. Farm fresh produce, turkey, beef, fresh fish, cheese, eggs, popovers, baked goods, jams, jellies. Flowers, crafters, and a local fiddler to entertain. 1200 Beacon St, Newton.

Jdore@NewtonMA.gov. CI.Newton.MA.us/ Parks/SpecialEvents/FarmersMarket/Farmers Market.htm.

Lexington Farmers’ Market – Thru Oct 25.

2-6:30pm. Features locally grown produce, a variety of meats, fish, baked goods and other prepared foods, and artisan’s tent. 1 Fletcher Ave, Lexington. LexingtonFarmersMarket.org.

Vinyasa Yoga – 7-8pm. A style that synchronizes breath and movement. Be instructed to move from one pose to the next on an inhale or an exhale. Learn proper alignment and how to breathe while gaining strength from the inside and out. $14/drop in, $60/5 consecutive classes. Groton Wellness Medical Center, 493-495 Main St, Groton. 978-449-9919. GrotonWellness.com.

Even one’s body will become healthier. Maum Meditation, 50 Massachusetts Ave, Arlington.

617-272-6358. Maum.org.

Nia with Maria Skinner – 8-9am. Nia is the first cardio workout to combine martial arts, dance, and healing arts. An evolutionary approach to fitness and self-healing in a body. An acclaimed practice for over 25 years which is based on the science of the body. A fun, creative pathway to health and well-being, regardless of age or physical condition. $16/drop in, $60/5 consecutive classes.

Groton Wellness Medical Center, 493-495 Main St, Groton. 978-449-9919. GrotonWellness.com.

Davis Square Farmers’ Market – Thru Nov 23.

12-6pm. Plump tomatoes, sweet corn and juicy peaches are not the only farm goodies you’ll find (in season) at this weekly farmers’ market. All manner of natural foods and product vendors.

Day St & Herbert St, Somerville. 781-893-8222.

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Arlington Farmers’ Market – Thru Oct 15.

2-6:30pm. One of the area’s largest selections of farm fresh produce and locally raised meat, local cheese, eggs, fish, honey, maple syrup and flowers as well as wonderful baked goods from local area bakeries and restaurants. Russell Common parking lot in the Arlington Center, behind Park Terrace. FarmersMarketArlington.org.

Maum Meditation Introduction Seminar – 7-8pm. Also 3-4pm, Sat. Purpose is to bring people out of the false mind world that they are living in that includes stress, anxiety, loneliness, etc., all sorts of pain and burden. Subtracting all these false mind elements can remove the source of all these disturbances and live much better.

Advaita Meditation Evenings – Thru Dec 14.

7-8:30pm. Come to meditate and take part in a discussion. Both beginners and experienced meditators welcome; instruction provided for those who need it. Refreshments provided. Suggested donation $15. Advaita Meditation Center, 28 Worcester Ln, Waltham. 781-647-0200. Advaita Meditation.org.

Vital TRX Cross – Thru Dec 1. 6-6:55am. Also Sat, 9-9:55am. A revolutionary method of leveraged bodyweight exercise, which allows you to safely perform hundreds of functional exercises that build power, strength, flexibility, balance, mobility, and prevent injuries. $20. Vitality Personal Fitness, 118 Needham St, Newton. 617620-3585. VitalityPersonalFitness.com.

Anusara Inspired Yoga – 9:30-11am. Explore Anusara’s Universal Principles of Alignment to awaken, align, and move into an uplifted state of being. Samadhi Yoga Studio, 796 Beacon St, Newton Center. 617-243-0034. SteepedInGrace.com.

Belmont Farmers’ Market – Thru Oct 27. 1:307pm. Now featuring local wineries. Fresh, local items directly from local farmers and producers: vegetables, fruit, baked goods, meat, cereals, honey, jam, eggs, cheese, sauces, plants and more.

Cross St & Channing Rd, Belmont. Belmont FarmersMarket.org.

Reiki Healing Circle for Women on a Healing Journey with Cancer – 4-6pm. Once a month.

Women trained in Reiki and at various stages in their healing journey come together to support each other. Uplifting, life affirming and healing. $35. Arlington Reiki Associates, 366 Mass Ave, Ste 304, Arlington. 781-648-9334. ArlintonReiki. com.

Journey of Divorce Base Camp – Thru Nov 3.

5:30-7:15pm. Six-week workshop series for those divorcing or newly divorced. Topics addressed include nurturing yourself, grief and loss, getting unstuck, dealing with anger and sadness, and improving communications with your ex. One Journey Consulting, 75 Claypit Hill Rd, Wayland.

508-276-1764. OneJourneyConsulting.com.

Dental Anxiety Workshop – 6-8pm. Once a month. One in three people suffer from moderate to severe anxiety when faced with dental treatment. Learn a wonderful and effective method of calming all the different aspects of dental anxiety with Sam McCartin, CEMP. Free. Groton Wellness, 495 Main St, Groton. 978-449-9919.

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Zumba Rumba Thursdays – 6:30-7:30pm. Benefit mentally, emotionally and physically from the dance workout that has caused such a sensation all over the world. $12/class. Corpbasics Fitness & Training Club, 73 Bow St, Somerville. 617968-1695. ShapeUpPersonalTraining.com.

Somerville Road Runners Night 4.13 Miler – 7:15-8:15pm. It may be snowing. It may be raining. The SRR Thursday night run will happen every week, no matter what. Free. Casey’s, 171 Broadway, Somerville. SRR.org/Events/Thursday-Night-Race.

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communityresourceguide Art Fridays – Thru Oct 14. 11am-6pm. Open air market featuring handmade arts and crafts sponsored by the Boston Redevelopment Authority.

Summer St, Downtown Crossing. BostonBid.org.

Newton Summer Farmers’ Market – Thru Oct 7. 12-5pm. Farm fresh produce, turkey, beef, fresh fish, cheese, eggs, popovers, baked goods, jams, jellies. Flowers, crafters, and a local fiddler to entertain. American Legion Post 440, 295 California St, Parking Lot. CI.Newton.MA.us/ Parks/SpecialEvents/FarmersMarket/Farmers Market.htm.

Charles Square Farmers’ Market – Thru Nov 18. 12-6pm. See Sun listing. Also Charles Hotel Courtyard, 1 Bennett St, Cambridge. Facebook. com/CambridgeFarmersMarkets.

Glass Beadmaking – 6:30pm. An evening of glass, friends and wine. Spend three hours in one of our studios to experience an introductory taste of working with hot glass in glassblowing and bead making. $75. Diablo Glass School, 123 Terrace St, Boston. 617-442-7444. DiabloGlass School.com.

Open Garden Saturday – 9am-12pm. The Center is open for visitors to enjoy. Helping hands always welcome. Opportunities for volunteers to steward the garden throughout the season and Sat mornings are a great way to get your hands in the dirt. Donations accepted. Somerville Community Growing Center, 22 Vinal Ave, Somerville. 617623-3521. TheGrowingCenter.org.

Union Square Farmers’ Market – Thru Oct 29.

9am-1pm. On the Union Square Plaza, Somerville. UnionSquareMain.org/Food/FarmersMarket.

Winchester Farmers’ Market – Thru Oct 29.

9:30am-1:30pm. Town Common, Church St & Waterfield Rd, Winchester. WinchesterFarmers Market.org.

Broga Yoga – 10-11am. A yoga class geared for men, but open to all. Strong, energetic, and challenging, it uses traditional yoga postures and fitness movements for an amazing workout. Less flexibility intensive than other forms of yoga, broga teaches to men’s natural physical strengths such as upper body and core muscle groups. $10 recommended donation. The Center for Arts at the Armory, 191 Highland Ave, Somerville. 617207-9374. BrogaYoga.com.

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ACUPUNCTURE ACUPUNCTURE TOGETHER

2464 Massachusetts Ave, Ste 420 Cambridge, 02140 617-499-9993 AcupunctureTogether.com Affordable acupuncture, excellent care. Dozens of conditions treated safely and effectively in a comfortable community room. Sliding scale for everyone. $35-55 first visit, $20-40 follow-up.

DAVIS SQUARE ACUPUNCTURE & HEALING ARTS Lisa Desrosiers, LAc 617-548-8167 DavisSquareAcupuncture.com

Effective, gentle, compassionate healthcare for optimal health and wellness. Treatment for stress, mood, pain, injuries, headaches, immunity, digestion, women’s health, fertility, pregnancy, and preventative care.

chiropract0r NEWTON WELLNESS CENTER

Dr. David Oliver, DC 1280 Centre St, Ste 210, Newton Centre 617-641-9999 NewtonWellnessCenter.com Specializing in spinal manipulation, trigger point therapy and chiropractic rehab; providing our patients with long term results. Therapeutic massage also available. All major insurances accepted. See ad page 27.

Cambridgeport Farmers’ Market – Thru Oct 29. 10am-2pm. Everything offer is from New England farms: fresh, organic produce, cut flowers, flower bedding, herb and tomato plants, and baked goods. Morse School Parking Lot, Magazine St & Memorial Dr, Cambridge. Facebook. com/CambridgeFarmersMarkets.

Maum Meditation Introduction Seminar – 3-4pm. See Wed listing. Maum Meditation, 50 Massachusetts Ave, Arlington. 617-272-6358.

Maum.org.

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NEWTON CHIROPRACTIC AND WELLNESS Julie Burke, DC 617-964-3332 Info@WellAdjusted.com

We are an integrative holistic wellness center. Our caring team consists of chiropractors specializing in Network Spinal Analysis, massage therapists and Shiatsu and Reiki practitioners.

See ad page 9.

compounding & wellness pharmacy JOHNSON COMPOUNDING AND WELLNESS CENTER Stephen Bernardi 577 Main St, Waltham, MA 02452 781-893-3870 Fax: 781-899-1172 Steve@NaturalCompounder.com NaturalCompounder.com

JCWC is the only sterile and non-sterile PCAB-accredited pharmacy in Massachusetts. In addition to our compounding service, we offer a full range of nutritional supplements, natural products, homeopathic remedies and home health care equipment. See ad page 7.

creativity coaching THE ARTIST’S WAY Kim Childs 617-640-3813 KimChilds.com

Kim coaches groups and individuals in the life-changing practices and principles of The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron.

Group intensives offered each spring and fall.

dentist GROTON WELLNESS – MEDICAL, DENTAL, SPA, BISTRO 493-495 Main St Groton, Ma 01450 978-449-9919 GrotonWellness.com

Our specialization, healthfocused dentistry, enables us to consider you, our patient, as a whole person, not merely a “dental case.” Therefore, we have the unique opportunity to evaluate every patient, and develop every treatment, procedure and protocol, from an individualized holistic standpoint. We will make recommendations to improve not only your dental health, but your overall health as well. See ad page 12.

JOSEPH MANISCALCO, DDS

19 Chestnut St, Arlington, MA 02474 781-643-2344 Fax: 781-641-3483 SmileFxr10@gmail.com JosephManiscalcoDDS.com Our Practice centers on your comfort, your convenience, and on dental excellence, always. We believe everything we do here should enhance your lifestyle and your health. See ad back cover.

healthy home ENERGY CONSERVATION DESIGN Peter Brooks 617-833-0087 P.Brooks@verizon.net EnergyConservationDesign.us

A home consultation will: Reduce your carbon footprint and save energy; Increase comfort and air quality through diagnostic testing, air sealing and insulation.

holistic bodywork BARBARA GOSSELIN, PT

393 Massachusetts Ave, Arlington, MA 781-507-4226 HolisticHealingPT.com I’m a Physical Therapist with 20+ years experience helping people recover from pain using gentle, effective Bodywork techniques including Craniosacral Therapy and Fascial Mobilization. See ad page 27.

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MIND & BODY STRESS MANAGEMENT

Cecile Raynor Certified Alexander Technique Teacher; Certified Thai Yoga Therapist 617-359-7841 AlexanderTec.com Learn to relieve body tension and manage the stress in your life. Improve your posture without any holding. Learn mind/body tools for personal growth. See ad page 35.

MYERS BODYWORK

Lexington, MA 781-862-8000 Tamar@MyersBodywork.com MyersBodywork.com Tamar Myers, in practice since 1992, offers comprehensive bodywork. Her expertise in a wide variety of modalities allows her to design sessions unique to each individual’s needs.

DANIEL SHARP

126 Prospect St, Cambridge MA 781-412-4325 SacredCircleHealing.com Experience a deep sense of Self and true healing from the heart.

Daniel offers Reiki and Infant Massage classes, Crystal Healing, Reiki treatments, and massage.

holistic health coach NINA MANOLSON, MA, LMT, CHC Certified Health Coach Smokin’ Hot Mom Mentor & Family Wellness Expert 617-771-5121 Nina@SmokinHotMom.com Nina@HealthyYummyKids.com

Nina helps busy moms prioritize themselves so that they look and feel their very best. She also teaches families how to make the shift to healthier eating habits.

Free get acquainted session available. See ad page 29.

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holistic pet CANIS MAJOR HERBALS

Nancy Anderson 617-501-9241 Nancy@CanisMajorHerbals.com Helping to bring dogs back to wellness using medicinal herbalism for health conditions and Tail Hikes for exercise. See Canis MajorHerbals.com for more info. See ad page 31.

integrative therapy BODYMIND RESOURCING

Alison Shaw APRN, LMT, CEH 393 Massachusetts Ave Arlington, MA 02474 781-646-0686 Alison@BodymindResourcing.org Your symptoms are trying to tell you something… Listen! Your body, emotions and thoughts are constantly interacting and affecting each other. Using my innovative blend of BodyCentered Counseling, Bodywork and Energy Medicine, I will help you discover and release the underlying mindbody patterns that may be interfering with your health and limiting your life. See ad page 32.

integrative veterinary medical care MASH MAIN ST ANIMAL SERVICES OF HOPKINTON Margo Roman & Deborah Grady 72 W Main St, Hopkinton, MA 01748 508-435-4077 508-435-4204 Fax: 508-435-5533 MashVet@verizon.net MashVet.com

A full-service integrative veterinary clinic offering caring and healthful options and modalities like acupuncture, functional nutrition, homeopathy, chiropractic, herbs, ozone therapy, surgery and dentistry. See ad page 33, and article on page 31.

music lessons

physical therapy/ sports medicine

IN HOME MUSIC LESSONS Johan Narsjo 617-968-3646 Narsjo@hotmail.com InHomeMusicLessons.org JohanNarsjo.com

CAMBRIDGE PHYSICAL THERAPY & SPORTS MEDICINE

Guitar, Bass and Piano lessons for all levels and ages. Study in your home with an experienced teacher. Personalized lesson plans with a focus on creative expression utilizing a variety of contemporary and traditional techniques.

Learn how to maximize the practice time available to you by finding the perfect balance. See ad page 36.

natural hair care FUTURA BELEZA

617-930-2179 Cassia@FuturaBeleza.com FuturaBeleza.com

1000A Cambridge St. Cambridge, 02141 617-492-6600 CambridgePTSportsMed.com

Specializing in outpatient orthopedic rehabilitation and treatment of sports, dance and work injuries. We also treat computer/musician overuse injuries, carpal tunnel, and injuries from motor vehicle accidents. See ad page 36.

YOGA THE WELL STREET STATION

Steffi Shapiro, RYT 500 62 Mt Auburn St., Watertown, MA 02472 617-923-1440 WellStStation@aol.com Relax, re-energize, re-vitalize; listening to your body and doing what feels best. Yoga classes for all ages, from prenatal to elders.

“Elder-Yoga” video available.

Spazzolla Professionale is a keratin smoothing system 100% free of harsh chemicals. Made for professional salons only. Distributed in the USA exclusively by Futura Beleza,Inc. See ad page 5.

nutritional supplements MONA VIE INDEPENDENT DISTRIBUTOR Dawn McGee 781-308-3071 TheMVAcai.com

Providing products and personalized services dedicated to helping you improve your health. Serving New England and 18 countries around the world.

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