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letter from publisher My hat is off to the moms of this world! Having never had children, I cannot begin to imagine what it must be like to raise children under any circumstance, let alone during a pandemic and some of the most uncertain times in our collective lifetime.

Our feature story this month by Carrie Jackson, “Resilient Mothering: How Moms Are Forging Ahead in a Changing World,” offers tips for stressed-out moms seeking ideas on how to bring and maintain balance amid the chaos of everyday life challenges. The practical tips she provides for self-care are well worth the read.

Actually, these tips can work wonders for anyone, whether one is stressed out or managing life with relative ease. For me, a daily walk has made a significant difference in delivering an overall feeling of healthy well-being.

One of the greatest discoveries I’ve made this year since tackling and overcoming a few self-limiting beliefs has been the realization that if I want something, I’m the only one who can make it come to fruition.

Coasting through life with little effort may have served me at some point, but lately has brought me to a fuller understanding of the old saying, “Youth is wasted on the young.”

It thrills me to see young people, wiser than their years, that have somehow discovered the secrets that have gone unknown to so many while stealing countless years of high quality and vibrant living.

With “coasting” days mostly behind me, I’m finding that every day lived in the growth zone is an adventure at the edge of what would otherwise be a life-sucking comfort zone. Getting comfortable with the discomfort of doing things that I may not feel like doing in the moment has been nothing short of miraculous in reaping the benefits that come from what can be accomplished.

From a wonderful practitioner spotlight to DIY salt scrubs, to fending off fibroids, to local herbs and teas, to tuning into cycles, to easy container gardening and staying hydrated … we’ve got something for everyone this month. I hope you enjoy it all!

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Botox for Mood Not Wrinkles Join Physician Assistant Alithia Monroe, founder of The Beauty Therapist LLC, from 8 to 9 p.m., May 20, for a free, informative Zoom event about therapeutic Botox.

Monroe has 17 years of experience cosmetically injecting faces, but has pivoted to treating facial expressions instead of wrinkles. In fact, facial expression treatment intentionally leaves key cosmetic wrinkles alone to optimize the movement of more positive facial muscles.

“Facial expressions are unique to the individual, but the treatments are anchored in 40 years of Botox research and stems from the defined melancholy muscles that Sigmund Freud named the 'Omega Sign' or in common consumer parlance 'the 11’s' lines between the eyebrows,” explains Monroe.

The informative portion will conclude with a question-and-answer session, followed by Monroe discussing how the neuromodulator Botox can be used in treatment for depression.

Cost: Free. For more information, call 617-991-7567, email Ask @AllyMonroe.com or visit Ask BeautyTherapist.com. See ad on page 7 and Resource Guide on page 33.

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New Music From HAN, Hannah Robuccio HAN, Hannah Robuccio, a young, ambitious, independent, Massachusetts local, singer-songwriter, released a new album “Things I’ve Been Meaning to Say” last month and will be celebrating its release at an intimate evening of live music on May 14, at the iconic Bull Run, in Shirley, Massachusetts. Doors open at 6 p.m.

HAN’s album shares youth and innocence. As an honest artist, she is not afraid to express her inner-most feelings. She shares her search for “real” relationships, feelings of disconnectedness, the joys and repercussions of allowing closeness, wanting to change everything, remembering vows, knowing betrayal and having a strong hold on hope.

HAN relates to other young people that are navigating through this challenging age and time. Through songwriting, her audience can draw from the authentic, raw, in the moment, lyrics. She asks people to walk through it with her, go deep, relate to it, and hopefully break through, forging ahead fearlessly.

Cost: $18. Location: The Bull Run, 215 Great Rd., Shirley, MA. For more information, visit HannahRobuccio.com.

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An Evening of Pampering The Central Rhode Island Chamber of Commerce, along with event sponsor Natural Awakenings magazine Rhode Island/Greater Boston, invites readers to Spoil Me Rotten, from 5 to 8 p.m., May 4, for a relaxing evening of complimentary mini spa services, food samplings, wine tasting, shopping and more, at Harbor Lights, in Warwick.

This special night of pampering will feature local small businesses providing a memorable experience full of self-care and fun, designed for attendees to relax and recharge. The first 250 attendees will receive a free gift. The evening will also include line dancing lessons, a signature cocktail and entertaining food demonstrations.

Cost: $40. Location: 150 Gray St., Warwick, RI. For more information, call 401-732-1100 or visit bit.ly/3vxM5pD.

Choose Your Path to Health and Vitality Learn more about Your Life and Land, a community of small holistic businesses, at a free Rise by Lifting Each Other Up Open House from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., May 14, in Rochester, Massachusetts. This group of women was formed to help educate, inspire and support one another and communities to live more natural and holistic lifestyles. By combining their passions and knowledge, these business owners provide many trusted paths to one’s own unique healthy lifestyle via education, sessions, blogs, discussion forums, healthy teas, botanical skin line and more.

Visit for the day to get to know these women, enjoy the fresh air, listen to educators, tour the greenhouse and studio, take a gentle yoga session, enjoy sound healing, learn more about ayurveda and homeopathy, and sample tea and botanicals. “As women striving to live as naturally as possible, we understand everyone approaches their health and vitality in a very unique way,” says co-founders Kristina White and Alix Lopes. “The creation of this community comes from our belief that our connection to each other and nature (real food, trees, plants, animals) is critical to our physical, emotional and spiritual health.”

Your Life and Land is a place for people to share their knowledge on the importance of natural resources in the home, ask questions, share their experiences and meet people with shared interests.

Cost: Free. Location: 136 North Ave., Rochester, MA. For more information, call 781- 258-0618 or visit YourLifeAndLand.com.

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Virtual AXXYXX Pro Introduction and Demonstration of Radionics

Natural Awakenings readers can be first in line to get acquainted with the AXXYXX technology of radionics and bio-communication in the USA through online demonstrations taking place from 11 a.m. to noon on May 12 and 26.

A new entrant in the USA market, AXXYXX enables natural and alternative health practitioners to incorporate radionics into their practices to benefit their clients. This one device combines thousands of alternative healing modalities and remedies, giving every practitioner an unlimited source of treatment options.

By joining the online webinar, homeopaths, naturopaths, dentists, veterinarians, psychotherapists, farmers plus business and life coaches, will be able to make informed decisions on how the AXXYXX technology can create new possibilities for them and their clients. AXXYXX Pro offers unique White Noise treatment when scanning and treating the biofield of living organisms for imbalances, mainly manifesting as “dis-ease” in people, animals, plants and life. AXXYXX Distance and App Service treatment elevates the reach to global clients. With more than 20 years’ experience and research, this German technology has proven to be the leader in its field.

Cost: Free. Sign up on Eventbrite - https://bit.ly/3EvO8yu. For more information, contact Rene Trytsman, sales and training manager/practitioner at R.Trytsman@axxyxx.com or visit axxyxx.com. See ad on page 3.

Love Heals Documentary Screening Event A screening of the new documentary, Love Heals, a film providing insight on the nature of pain and the power of self-love, will be shown from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., May 19, at the North Andover Historical Society. Body & Brain Riverwalk Tai Chi and Yoga, in Lawrence, Massachusetts, is sponsoring the event.

The film follows Dana, a woman with chronic pain, who used practices based on ancient wisdom on her self-healing journey. The event will provide an opportunity for attendees to experience some of the exercises based on the energy principles discussed in the film and learn from practitioners how this ancient wisdom can be incorporated into everyday life.

The film provides much needed hope and inspiration for its viewers for the potential of self-healing. The event begins with a self-love lecture and brief training at 6:30 p.m., followed by the film at 7 p.m. Light refreshments and an opportunity to ask questions will conclude the evening.

Body & Brain Riverwalk is a community-centric studio offering holistic fitness through online and in-studio classes featuring yoga, tai chi, meditation and breathwork. Since 1996, Body & Brain centers have been utilizing a unique system of mind-body exercises to help people feel healthier, happier and more peaceful.

Cost: $20. Location: North Andover Historical Society,153 Academy Rd., North Andover, MA. For more information, call 781-648-9642 or visit shorturl.at/bnJ56. To learn more about Brain & Body centers, visit BodyNBrain.com.Scan the QR code to see the trailer. See ad on page 21 and Resource Guide on page 38.

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A sea salt scrub is an easy and inexpensive way to maintain a glowing complexion. Salt scrubs work hard to exfoliate and remove dry skin from the surface, reduce the appearance of wrinkles and pores, and improve the overall tone. Exfoliating scrubs are good for the entire body, especially dry areas like feet and hands. They are easy to make because they are a simple combination of salt and oil.

In addition to standard sea salt, adding Himalayan pink salt to a scrub recipe adds an extra boost of health because it contains 84 trace minerals and nutrients. Grapeseed oil, which can be found at natural grocery stores, is a good carrier oil for a scrub because it is extremely nourishing.

Adding both almond and jojoba oils, and vitamin E into the mixture increases the scrub’s moisturizing effect, making it especially good for dry skin.

Essential oils add fragrance and healing qualities to the scrub, and they can include such variations as: Margarita salt scrub: 12 drops lime essential oil, 8 drops orange essential oil Rose salt scrub: 15 drops rose essential oil, sprinkle with dried rose petals Citrus burst salt scrub: 5 drops orange essential oil, 10 drops grapefruit essential oil

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Lavender vanilla salt scrub: 15 drops lavender essential oil, 5 drops vanilla essential oil DIY SALT SCRUB RECIPE 1 cup finely ground sea salt ½ cup Himalayan pink salt 4 Tbsp grapeseed oil 3 Tbsp almond oil 1 Tbsp jojoba oil 10 drops vitamin E 15-20 drops essential oil Put sea salt and Himalayan salt into a mixing bowl. Add in grapeseed oil, almond oil, jojoba oil and vitamin E. Add the essential oils last, right on top of the other oils.

Mix until all of the salt is coated with oil. It should not be swimming in oil, just coated. Store in a glass or metal container. This recipe fills a single, pint- sized Mason jar or two half-pint jars.

Because this salt scrub recipe does not contain any water, it will last up to six months. Make sure to keep it sealed in a jar with a lid to ensure it stays fresh and free of contaminants.

If it is kept in the shower, store the scrub away from the water stream.

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Eat Prunes and Anti-Inflammatory Food to Reduce Bone Loss and Fragility A popular staple since ancient times, prunes have long been esteemed for their culinary, nutritional and medicinal purposes, and a new review of research has found that they can also help counter the bone loss linked to fragility in postmenopausal women. After reviewing 28 studies, Penn State University researchers reported in the journal Advances in Nutrition that eating five to 10 prunes each day can help prevent or delay bone loss, lowering the risk of fractures. In one study, women that ate 100 grams of prunes (about 10) per day for one year experienced improved bone mineral density in their forearms and lower spines. In another study, eating five to 10 prunes a day for six months was shown to prevent bone density loss and decrease TRAP-5b, a bone-loss marker. The nutritional benefits of prunes, including minerals, vitamin K, phenolic compounds and dietary fiber, may reduce the inflammation and oxidative stress that contribute to bone loss, said the authors.

In a separate study in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, Harvard Medical School researchers that studied 1,700 older adults for 12 years found that those that ate a highly pro-inflammatory diet rich in simple carbohydrates and saturated fats were more than twice as likely to develop fragility—increasing the risk of falls, hospitalization and death—as those eating the least amount of those sweet, fatty foods.

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Take Vitamin D to Protect from Autoimmune Disorders and COVID-19 Severity As up to 50 million Americans can personally testify, autoimmune disorders (AD) defy easy treatment, but a new study from Brigham and Women’s Hospital, in Boston, offers hope that vitamin D3 supplementation can significantly reduce the risk of incurring these disorders in the first place. Researchers divided 25,871 older adults into four groups: the first took 2,000 IU of vitamin D3 daily; the second took 1,000 milligrams a day of marine omega-3 fatty acids (fish oil); the third took both D3 and fish oil; and a fourth was given a placebo. After two years, those that took vitamin D with or without the fish oil had a significantly lower rate of autoimmune diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis, polymyalgia rheumatica, autoimmune thyroid disease and psoriasis, compared to the placebo group. While the fish oil alone didn’t lower AD risk, there was some evidence that it had an effect over time. “Autoimmune diseases are common in older adults and negatively affect health and life expectancy. Until now, we have had no proven way of preventing them, and now, for the first time, we do,” says first author Jill Hahn, Ph.D., an epidemiologist.

Vitamin D may also protect against COVID-19 severity, report Israeli researchers in the journal PLOS One. Examining the records of 1,176 patients admitted to a hospital with COVID-19-positive PCR tests, they found that those with a vitamin D deficiency (less than 20 nanograms per milliliter in their blood) were 14 times more likely to have a severe or critical case of COVID-19 than those with levels higher than 40 nanograms per milliliter. Mortality among patients with deficient vitamin D levels was 11 times higher than those with sufficient levels—25.6 percent compared to 2.3 percent.

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Try Tai Chi to Boost Neurological Health With its slow, rhythmic, controlled movements and synchronized, deep breathing, the ancient Chinese practice of tai chi has been shown to improve balance, reduce falls and enhance the quality of life for people with neurological challenges such as strokes, Parkinson’s disease and multiple sclerosis. A meta-review of 24 studies by researchers at the University of North Texas Health Science Center concluded that tai chi may be able to reduce pro-inflammatory contributors to cellular activity, increase anti-inflammatory cytokines that help regulate immune response, decrease oxidative stress factors and increase neurotrophic factors regulating neural health. Researchers pointed to its “potential effectiveness in neurorehabilitation,” which aims to improve the functions and well-being of people with diseases, trauma or disorders of the nervous system.

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Gas Attack

Methane Emissions Grossly Underreported A recent report by the International Energy Agency (IEA), a Paris-based energy watchdog, found that methane leak emissions from the oil, gas and coal industries are 70 percent higher than official government estimates globally. Satellite data provided significant discrepancies between official figures and actual output. Curbing methane is one of the best ways to keep global warming in check, and the report says oil and gas companies could even profit by plugging their leaks. IEA Executive Director Fatih Birol states, “At today’s elevated gas prices, nearly all of the emissions from oil and gas operations worldwide could be avoided at no net cost.”

The IEA suggests the problem can be avoided by instituting methane monitors and leak-proof equipment, as well as banning the routine practice of burning or venting surplus natural gas. A previous IEA report found that more than 70 percent of oil and gas industry emissions could be addressed with existing technology. Methane, a key ingredient of natural gas, is responsible for 30 percent of the rise in temperatures since the pre-industrial era, and is relatively shortlived. Carbon dioxide persists in the atmosphere for centuries, but methane breaks down within a decade.

Sky High

Massive wind turbines to generate renewable energy are appearing all over the world, but they can be expensive or impossible to install in remote locations and deep waters.

A growing complement is the use of huge, specialized kites at an altitude of up to a half-mile, where wind currents are the strongest. Proponents say the solution is ideal for isolated locations. In Mauritius, an island nation off the coast of Africa, a gigantic sail is programmed to make figure-eights overhead and create enough electricity to power up to 50 homes. The International Energy Association predicts wind energy to increase 11-fold by 2050, with wind and solar combined accounting for 70 percent of the Earth’s electricity demands.

In some places, land for wind farms is scarce, and it takes roughly 71 acres to generate a megawatt compared to 12 acres for a fossil fuel plant. Cristina Archer, director of the Center for Research in Wind at the University of Delaware, notes, “The first farms are in the best spots, and the best spots are limited.” Airborne options range from soft wings to complex, rigid designs that carry turbines and generators on board and shuttle electricity down a tether. Wind farms hosting hundreds of kites could be tethered to barges in deep water far offshore.

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Prescription Problem

A new study by the University of York, “Pharmaceutical Pollution of the World’s Rivers,” in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, has determined that pharmaceutical drugs polluting the world’s rivers pose “a global threat to environmental and human health.” Research leader Dr. John Wilkinson says, “What we know now is that even the most modern, efficient wastewater treatment plants aren’t completely capable of degrading these compounds before they end up in rivers or lakes.”

Biologically active compounds cause harm to wildlife such as the feminization of fish, and the presence of antibiotics in the environment increases the risk of drug resistance. The survey sampled 258 rivers in 104 countries and more than a quarter were regarded as unsafe for aquatic organisms. The most extensive global study to date found that the most polluted rivers were in Bolivia, Pakistan and Ethiopia. In the U.S., Dallas ranked in the top 20 percent. Those in the Amazon rainforest, Iceland and Norway had the least amounts of pharmaceutical pollution. Wilkinson advises, “The World Health Organization and UN and other organizations say antimicrobial resistance is the single greatest threat to humanity; it’s a next pandemic.”

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Practitioner Spotlight

Alison Shaw and Bodymind Repatterning Shifting Patterns with Somatic Therapies

by Wendy Nadherny Fachon Throughout life, everyone develops unconscious patterns of thinking, ways of dealing with emotions and deep beliefs about self and the world, and these patterns determine how one experiences life. They guide self-behavior and even mold body posture.

Such bodymind patterns can lead to pain, restriction and illness, and, over Alison Shaw time, they can compromise the functioning of every system in the body, leading to illnesses from indigestion to cancer. They can also interfere with relationships or lead to anxiety and depression. By becoming more aware of this connection between mind and body, it’s possible to resolve these issues by using a set of repatterning strategies.

Alison Shaw, RN, HNB-BC, LMT, CBHS, created Bodymind Repatterning as an integrated approach to treatment which draws from the principles of body-centered counseling, somatic and trauma-informed psychotherapies, expressive therapies, energy medicine and Jungian psychology. With more than 30 years of experience in holistic health care, private practice and teaching, Shaw combines these modalities into a customized blend.

Her story began with her own healing using body-centered therapies after suffering for eight years from chronic fatigue syndrome. Shaw’s personal success led her to develop her own model—Bodymind Repatterning. Shaw is a former family nurse practitioner, licensed body worker, certified holistic nurse and graduate of the Barbara Brennan School of Healing.

Shaw explains, “Bodymind Repatterning incorporates the body in order to reach deeper parts of us than can be

reached with talk therapy alone. I often call this process 'multidimensional surfing.' We start with counseling to awaken the client’s conscious understanding of his or her emotional, behavioral and physical patterns. Then we work to unwind those patterns, getting to the root of the issues.” Shaw leads clients through guided body dialogues to come into conversations with the symptoms, while integrating breath work and exploration in posture to address the client’s specific issues. She also incorporates movement and expressive therapies, as well as energy medicine techniques.

The nervous system, which connects the mind with the body, is largely responsible for how people respond to perceived adversity. Patterns are based on programming from early trauma and become lodged into the tissues and autonomic nervous system. By working with the body, it is possible to get underneath the symptoms, deeper into the psyche and shift the pattern. Shaw declares, “Somatic therapy is blooming. It’s the missing piece.”

Bodymind Repatterning involves working virtually to help people learn how they are living in their bodies and raise their awareness of the patterns that are holding them in a state of dis-ease. Clients learn how to respond to life based on the present rather than the past, and they come into bodymind postures that allow more freedom, safety, aliveness and authenticity. They become free to be who they really are.

Individuals interested in exploring Bodymind Repatterning can arrange for a free 30-minute consult. For more information, call or text 781- 646-0686, email Alison@Bodymind Repatterning or visit BodymindRepatterning.com. See ad on page 15 and Resource Guide on page 36.

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A mother’s hug lasts long after she lets go. ~Unknown

From Field to Cup Farm-Fresh Herbs

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The beauty and bounty of Rhode Island is never more evident than this time of year when hundreds of venues offer fresh and locally grown foods. Farmers markets, community-supported agriculture operations, farm stands, local grocers and even delivery services are among the many ways people can get farm-to-table products in just a couple of hours.

The benefits of eating local and Rhode Island grown are many. Supporting local farmers ensures our future food security. Minimizing transportation of food preserves fossil fuels, drastically reduces pollution and can eliminate much of the final cost to the consumer. Buying direct enables people to see exactly where their food comes from, for health and peace of mind. And of course, the ability to get the freshest of the fresh is no small factor.

Sanctuary Herbs of Providence buys directly from Rhode Island and Massachusetts farmers that they know and trust. Their exquisite herbal tisanes and quality culinary herbs are grown chemical-free. “Instead of changing hands 15 times which is the normal route for herbs, our herbs change hands only twice—from the farmers field to the drying room; farm to cup in days,” explains owner, Christina Dedora.

Shopping locally increases small farm viability, reduces carbon footprint and brings extraordinary flavors to the table from products that are grown just around the corner. Most outdoor summertime farmers markets start early May through October. Many have local artisanal products, music and food trucks.

For more information about Sanctuary Herbs of Providence, visit SanctuaryHerbs.com.

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Where To Find Sanctuary Herbs and Teas Below are just some of the places where Sanctuary Herbs can be found.

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Pawtuxet Village Farmers Market Rhodes on the Pawtuxet 60 Rhodes Place, Cranston, RI Saturdays 9am-12pm April through October

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Farm Fresh RI Market Mobile and Veggie Box • Pawtucket, RI Haber-DiBoni Chiropractic • Smithfield, RI Thundermist Health Center • Woonsocket, RI

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Resilient Mothering

How Moms Are Forging Ahead in a Changing World

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Two years after “coronavirus” became a household word, the pandemic continues to affect every aspect of our lives. Mothers, in particular, have learned to reimagine what it means to be a parent, employee, partner and friend, while still finding time for themselves. According to the Kaiser Family Foundation, almost 70 percent of mothers say that worry and stress from the pandemic have damaged their mental health.

While social distancing, quarantining, remote learning and masking quickly became a new and often unwelcome normal, positive shifts have also been developing. Already resilient mothers are exploring how to adapt to an ever-changing situation and learning when to hold on and when to let go. They are discovering new ways to be available for their children’s mental health, maintain their jobs, stay connected with other moms and prioritize self-care.

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mother of two young children, she has been in a constant state of transition the last two years and is starting to achieve greater balance. “Like most other mothers, my life before the pandemic was nonstop. I was getting by, and at the same time comparing myself to other parents.

The world had to slow down so I could catch up, and I’ve been forced to stop, breathe and take it in stride,” she says.

Marcus shares a common concern, that the isolation has affected her kids’ development. “I worry that the lack of social integration over the past two years will have a lasting impact on my children. My son, who is now in third grade, was in kindergarten the last time he had a full year in a ‘normal’ school setting. That’s a lot to miss out on. While he is academically on track, I’m concerned about him being mature enough. Having sports and other extracurricular activities starting back now is helping to get them integrated again, and I’m able to fully appreciate going to an outdoor spring football game that wasn’t able

to happen for so long,” she says.

Marcus has discovered that working from home has had advantages. “Now, I can do a load of laundry in-between meetings, go to the grocery store when I would have been commuting and be more present when my kids are home.

Since I’m not worried about rushing out the door, we have time to talk during breakfast, and I’m able to accompany them to the bus stop. Afterwards, I take 10 minutes for myself to walk around the block and gather my thoughts for the day,” she explains.

Reordering Priorities Seventy-one percent of mothers describe being a working mom during the pandemic as very challenging, according to research done by the global consultancy group APCO Impact. As president of Families and Work Institute (FamiliesAndWork.org), a New York-based research nonprofit, Ellen Galinsky has seen employers grant access to a wider variety of benefits that fit their employees’ individual and family needs. “The pandemic, coupled with racial reckoning, has made many of us rethink our priorities. It now is becoming clear that the world that seemed relatively normal before wasn’t working. Mothers and fathers were thrust on the front lines of schooling and saw firsthand how different teaching and parenting are,” Galinsky notes.

An estimated 82 percent of employers plan to allow their employees to keep working remotely after the pandemic, reports a survey by human resources consultancy Mercer, but that turnaround is just a first step, says Galinsky. “Studies show that having workplace flexibility procedures in place is a floor, but how employers treat you when you need that flexibility matters the most. The pandemic made us all experience collective and multiple losses together and brought some difficult issues to light,” she explains.

In juggling work and life duties, Galinsky shies away from the word “balance”, which suggests that time and energy needs to be split evenly. “Work and home lives are deeply intermingled, and often when one is in sync, the other will follow,” she says. “It’s important for mothers to set realistic expectations for themselves and let go of the notion that they’re not doing a good job, their kids have to be perfect or they don’t have time to take care of themselves. Children will absorb what they see, so being mindful in your words and actions around work will have an impact on them. If you have a stressful meeting and bring that home with you, the energy in the house will change. It’s okay to tell the kids that you’re upset at your boss and are going to call a friend and talk or go for a walk; let them know it’s not their fault and that parents get stressed, too.”

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experiences. A University of Rochester study of 153 mothers of toddlers found that ongoing strains can disrupt the body’s natural stress response, making it more difficult to respond with patience and sensitivity to a child’s needs.

Elizabeth Cohen, a clinical psychologist and director of the Center for CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy) in New York City (CenterForCBT InNYC.com), says that a shock to the nervous system can only be released with the acknowledgement that the trauma is being experienced in the first place. “Having an understanding of how you’re responding to this stress and uncertainty is key to moving through it. Even going back to the office after so long may trigger a panic attack if the trauma of the past two years isn’t addressed,” she says.

“Mothers need to practice compassionate awareness for themselves and what they’ve gone through. They need to be seen, heard and witnessed in the same way their children are.”

Cohen advises that while part of a mother’s job is to make kids feel emotionally safe, it’s not as effective if they are themselves depleted. She recommends adopting simple, actionable practices throughout the day to help restore and reset the mind and body, suggesting, “Put some Epsom salt in the bottom of the tub and allow your feet to soak for a few minutes during a shower. Before brushing your teeth, take three deep breaths and pay attention to where you might be feeling tension in your body. Keep a gratitude journal handy to reflect and record your observations and interactions.”

She advises us to remember that we have all had different experiences of this trauma, and nobody is the same as they were in 2019. “It’s okay to tell a friend, ‘I’m excited to see you and also, I’m uncomfortable not wearing a mask.’ We’ve also had to be more selective about who we spend time with, and that has allowed us to foster more nurturing relationships,” she says. “Be more discerning about who you spend time with, instead of saying yes to every invitation to get coffee. It’s okay to do less, and making authentic decisions in the moment 18

will help you truly feel aligned with your thoughts and actions.”

Joint Healing Claire Zulkey, a Chicago-based writer and mother of two young boys, has found creative ways to stay connected with other mothers and not feel so isolated. She pens a newsletter, Evil Witches (EvilWitches.substack.com), which gives her a platform to share stories of everyday motherhood triumphs and concerns. Topics have included perimenopause, end-of-life options for the family pet, finding the best hand lotion and other subjects that mothers in her circle think about.

She also maintains a Facebook group of 100-plus mothers, providing a safe place for members to commiserate and support each other. “The group has allowed me to really get to know mothers in a more intimate way, truly understand what they’re going through and appreciate how much they care about their kids,” says Zulkey.

She made a personal decision to stop drinking a few months into the pandemic, a lifestyle choice that she

has maintained for the past year.

“While I was not an alcoholic, there were too many times when I would wake up with a hangover or get into a tipsy argument with my husband.

I quickly learned to appreciate how much easier parenting is when I’m in a stable mood, and the entire household has benefited, especially during the pandemic, when we were in such close quarters,” she says.

For all of us, moving forward after two years of collective grief, loss and uncertainty will undoubtedly present new unforeseen challenges, yet maintaining a sense of perspective can help if things start to feel overwhelming. “At the start of the pandemic, I started to feel sorry for myself, but soon I realized that I actually was so much better off than a lot of people. Once I oriented myself with that reality, it was easier for me to move on with a sense of gratitude and desire to help others,” says Zulkey.

Carrie Jackson is an Evanston, ILbased freelance writer and frequent contributor to Natural Awakenings magazine. Connect at CarrieJackson Writes.com.

SELF-CARE FOR STRESSED-OUT MOMS For mothers trying to juggle it all, making their own mental health a priority is key.

Here are some practical ways busy moms can incorporate their overall wellness into a daily routine.

Set Up Self-Care: Sneaking in breaks throughout the day can have a positive cumulative effect. Follow a guided meditation while waiting for soccer practice, use essential oils in the car, keep a favorite lotion next to the bed or savor a favorite nourishing snack.

Cultivate a Network: Nurturing relationships with supportive peers can provide emotional and social support. Meet a friend for a morning coffee or afternoon walk, join a book club, host a potluck with other mothers or volunteer with a community group.

Prioritize Therapy: The right therapist can provide an unbiased and supportive perspective and help process new and lingering issues. Find a practitioner that understands a mom’s unique needs and a modality that resonates with us. Traditional talk therapy works well for some, but be open to exploring other forms, such as movement therapy or art therapy.

Keep Communication Open: Modeling and encouraging dialogue gives kids a safe space to practice sharing and lets everyone feel valued. Find time during car rides, at the dinner table or before bed to check in with the family and share each other’s thoughts.

Take a Class: Learning a new skill can spark creativity and help build a social network.

Try a pottery workshop, join a dance club, take a photography class or study a foreign language just for fun.

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Fending Off Fibroids Natural Approaches Offer Relief

by Marlaina Donato Optimal reproductive health is key to our vitality, which is why living with uterine fibroids can be debilitating.

Studies indicate that as many as 80 percent of American women develop these non-cancerous growths during their childbearing years. Oftentimes, the condition is free of symptoms, but an estimated 26 million women currently suffer from associated effects like chronic pelvic and back pain, frequent urination, excessive menstrual bleeding and a swollen abdomen.

Also called myomas, fibroids can often be a hidden cause of infertility, even in asymptomatic cases.

Asian women have a lower incidence of fibroids, while African American women are two to three times more likely to develop them than white women, particularly at

a younger age. Genetics, obesity, estrogen-promoting foods and environmental toxins can fuel the fire of this condition, but a tailored, natural approach can minimize symptoms and for some, ward off the need for invasive surgery.

Happier Hormones Through Diet While there is no definitively known cause of fibroids, the most accepted theory is a disruption in the ratio between estrogen and progesterone.

Italian researchers that examined data from 1990 to 2020 reported in the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health last year that diets deficient in fresh fruits, green vegetables and vitamin D increase the risk for the onset and

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formation of uterine fibroids.

“I do believe prevention is important by avoiding the use of toxic cosmetics and cookware with chemical components, and by choosing lower-inflammatory foods,” says Crystal Fedele, a doctor of Chinese medicine who treats patients with acupuncture and Chinese herbs at her clinic, Holistic Women and Families Natural Health Center, in Port Orange, Florida.

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like estrogen in the body,” advises Alisa Vitti, a New York City-based women’s hormone expert and author of In the FLO: Unlock Your Hormonal Advantage and Revolutionize Your Life. “While no diet can guarantee fibroid prevention, altering the food you eat may help slow fibroid growth.

When it comes to food, your first step is to remove inflammatory foods.”

Vitti recommends opting for fiber-rich whole grains that aid in the elimination of excess estrogen, as well as nixing gluten and all dairy products unless they are made from organic goat or sheep milk. “High insulin levels from white, starchy stuff—which acts like sugar in the body—is a factor in making fibroids grow,” she says.

Cruciferous vegetables like broccoli, kale and bok choy are allies in the fight against fibroids by boosting detoxifying enzymes in the liver. Regular servings of sweet potatoes, carrots, apricots, pumpkin, spinach and other carotene-rich foods are also valuable.

Ancient Healing Modalities Traditional Chinese Medicine offers promising benefits, but when using recommended herbs, it’s important to seek out qualified practitioners rather than self-treat, advises Fedele. “In Chinese medicine, each case is individual, so herbal formulations are often constructed to treat the whole health of the person and modified as we see improvements,” she says. “We also use a lot of supplements that can help regulate hormones—DIM (diindolylmethane) and broccoli seed extract being two that are commonly used for estrogen-related disorders.”

Fedele also recommends acupuncture, but says it is most effective when combined with herbals, supplements and dietary therapies.

Susannah Neal, a licensed acupuncturist in Iowa City, Iowa, concurs, saying, “Chinese medicine is highly effective for rebalancing the flow or energy and breaking up old patterns of imbalances.” Neal, certified in the Arvigo Tech-

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niques of Maya Abdominal Therapy, attests to this gentle modality designed to invigorate the circulatory, lymphatic and nervous systems of the digestive and reproductive organs. “Fibroids may be a result of impaired blood flow in the uterus, and while many styles of massage use techniques to improve circulation, these techniques focus specifically on the reproductive and pelvic organs,” she says.

According to Neal, one benefit of the Arvigo technique is regulation of the menstrual cycle. When applied regularly, the massage may reduce the size and severity of fibroids. In cases of larger, chronic or more severe fibroids, she says that three to six months of treatment or longer may be required, and in some cases will be used only as adjunctive treatment along with therapies prescribed by a medical doctor.

No matter which alternative approach is taken, monitoring progress is key.

Fedele says, “I usually suggest six months to a year of trying holistic options under the care of a licensed provider and then at that time re-evaluating the scenario.”

Marlaina Donato is an author and multimedia artist. Connect at WildflowerLady.com.

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STRATEGIES TO STAVE OFF FIBROIDS FROM HORMONE EXPERT AND AUTHOR ALISA VITTI: Eat to balance estrogen. Prioritize foods that help modulate and balance estrogen, like flax seeds, beans and whole grains.

Pears and apples are liver-supporting foods that contain lots of fiber, along with a flavonoid named phloretin, which impairs tumor growth. Be mindful of alcohol and caffeine consumption. Just a couple of glasses of wine significantly raises estrogen levels. Coffee suppresses ovulation, thereby suppressing production of progesterone and increasing the likelihood of estrogen dominance. Organic, unprocessed soy in the form of tempeh and miso can be beneficial, with an anti-estrogenic effect on the uterus.

Balance the microbiome. The microbiome contains a colony of bacteria that helps metabolize estrogen. When the good and bad bugs in the microbiome are out of balance, the estrobolome can’t do its job efficiently, and estrogen builds up. Another key to building and maintaining a healthy microbiome is supplementing with a high-quality probiotic.

Cut out the chemicals. Many chemical-free options are less expensive than conventional products, especially when bought in bulk. Use baking soda and vinegar to clean around the house. Refrain from treating the lawn with chemicals. Replace plastic food storage containers with glass and stainless steel options which last a lifetime and don’t leach harmful agents into comestibles. Opt for a shower curtain made of less-toxic materials than plastic.

FROM ACUPUNCTURIST SUSANNAH NEAL: Fibroids that are smaller than two centimeters will respond more quickly to treatment and may only require the use of one or two modalities, such as monthly, professional, abdominal massage; self-care massage at home; and herbal medicine prescribed by a licensed herbalist for three months. Larger, more chronic and severe fibroids may require multiple modalities and a longer course of treatment in addition to these measures, including weekly acupuncture sessions and dietary recommendations.

Three to six months of treatment may be required. Natural medicine understands and respects that each person’s ability and time required to heal is complex and must be individualized.

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Tuning Into Cycles Meeting Changing Nutritional Needs in Women

by Alora Frederick

Whether adjusting for the phases of her menstrual cycle or the lifespan decade she is living in, changing nutritional needs should be the focus for every woman for maximal health.

Commonly, the vast scope of a woman’s nutritional needs is only given attention during particular milestones in her life: pregnancy, menopause, or perhaps a diagnosis.

Unfortunately, this leaves gaps in her lifetime where nutritional needs are not met. This nutritional oversight typically begins as early as when a girl starts her menstrual cycle.

There are four distinct phases of the menstrual cycle, each of which requires different dietary changes for that moment in time. The complete menstrual cycle includes menstruation, the follicular phase, the ovulation phase and the luteal phase.

Days one through seven of the cycle, when bleeding occurs, is the time to focus on adequate protein, fat and iron intake. Since hormones are at a low point, eating sufficient protein and fat will support healthy hormone production. Grass-fed protein sources (poultry, turkey, beef,

etc.) and omega-3 rich fats (salmon, sardines, nuts, avocado, etc.) will also stave off inflammation (think cramps) during this time. The animal-based protein intake will also double as a bioavailable source of iron. Additionally, plant-based iron sources such as kidney beans and beets will also be a good choice at this time and should be paired with vitamin C-containing foods to aid in absorption.

During the follicular phase (the seven to 10 days after the period ends) hormone levels remain low, and metabolism is downregulated. Adequate protein and fat intake should continue to be the focus during this phase. Right in the middle of the menstrual cycle, there is the brief but imperative ovulation phase.

Hormones including estrogen, testosterone and luteinizing hormones will surge at this time. Eating cruciferous vegetables like broccoli, cab-

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bage, cauliflower, kale and Brussels sprouts will help to clear these hormones from the body.

Lastly, the luteal phase is the 10 to 14 days after ovulation and before menstruation. In the last phase leading up to menstruation, a woman’s basal metabolic rate (BMR)/metabolism will increase, which means the body requires more calories. At this time, it is crucial to consume more nutrient-dense calories and whole-food carbohydrates than usual to maintain stable blood sugar levels. Cravings like chocolate may signify a need for more magnesium.

In addition to chocolate, some other magnesium-rich foods include pumpkin seeds, leafy greens and cashews. Cravings for sweets may indicate a need for more protein or more whole-food starchy carbs like potatoes, squash, beans and others.

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tional needs vary across her lifespan as well. Though many nutrients are critical throughout her lifespan, there are a few to emphasize during certain decades. During the 20s and 30s: iron and calcium. Consistent iron intake from animal or plant sources is needed to replenish levels lost during menstruation. Calcium from dairy or supplementation ensures peak bone mass density is reached.

For middle-aged women, vitamin D levels should be optimal for maintaining skeletal health and bone density. During the 60s and older, it is essential that a woman consume adequate protein in order to maintain muscle mass. Sufficient fiber is also needed to support a healthy colon and regulate digestion.

Each woman will have unique nutritional needs depending on where she is in her monthly cycle and her lifetime. This is why cookie-cutter or standardized diet plans frequently fail and frustrate the women involved. It’s never too late for a woman to understand more deeply her body’s needs and make the necessary changes.

Alora Frederick, RDN, LDN, is an integrative and functional dietitian in Waltham, MA. She is currently accepting new patients at Johnson Compounding and Wellness for virtual nutrition appointments. Schedule a free, 15-minute introductory call at NaturalCompounder.com/Alora.See ad on page 7 and Resource Guide on pages 34 and 35.

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MEDITERRANEAN CHICKEN FARRO BOWLS 1 cup cooked farro 3 cups water or stock ½ tsp salt 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (2 large breasts) 3 Tbsp olive oil Zest of 1 lemon 2 Tbsp lemon juice 2 cloves garlic, grated 1 tsp dried oregano ½ tsp kosher salt ¼ tsp black pepper 1 Tbsp olive oil 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved 2 cups chopped cucumber 1 cup kalamata olives, pitted and sliced ½ red onion, sliced 1 cup tzatziki sauce, purchased ready-made or prepared from the following recipe ½ cup crumbled feta cheese Lemon wedges, for serving Fresh dill and parsley for garnish (optional) Tzatziki Sauce 1 cucumber 1 garlic clove 1 cup plain yogurt

Rinse and drain farro, then place it in a pot with salt and enough water to cover.

Bring to a boil; reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 30 minutes. Drain any excess water.

In a gallon-size zip bag, combine chicken breasts, olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt and pepper. Marinate for four hours or overnight. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat, add the chicken breasts into the skillet and cook for 7 minutes, flip and continue to cook for another 5 to 7 minutes until the internal temperature has reached 165° F. Discard marinade.

Remove chicken from pan and wait 5 minutes before slicing.

½ tsp salt ½ tsp lemon juice ¼ tsp dried dill

with sliced chicken, tomatoes, cucumber, olives, red onion, tzatziki sauce and feta cheese. Sprinkle with parsley and dill and serve with lemon wedges.

Tzatziki sauce: Line a large bowl with a mesh strainer, place a paper towel into the strainer. Use a grater to grate the cucumber and garlic clove. Transfer to the strainer to remove the excess moisture. In a medium bowl, combine the shredded cucumber, garlic, yogurt, salt, lemon juice and dill. Stir to combine and refrigerate for an hour before serving.

Recipe courtesy of Laura Fuentes.

To assemble the bowls, place a bed of farro at the bottom of the bowl. Top

HEALTHY BREAKFAST SALAD

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2 medium sweet potatoes, cubed 1 red bell pepper, sliced into strips Olive oil ½ tsp salt ½ tsp garlic powder Black pepper to taste 6 cups arugula, baby spinach or green blend 4 strips bacon, cooked and coarsely chopped 4 eggs 1 avocado, peeled and sliced Preheat the oven to 400° F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the sweet potato and bell pepper onto the baking sheet, drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil and season with salt, garlic powder and black pepper. Toss to combine. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until the sweet potatoes are tender when poked with a fork. Remove from oven and set aside.

Spray a non-stick pan and cook eggs sunny side-up over medium heat. Assemble the salads by placing a large handful of greens in each bowl and topping with roasted veggies, fried egg, bacon pieces and avocado slices.

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Easy Container Gardening How To Grow Edibles in Pots and Planters

by Maya Whitman Container gardening offers something for everyone, from beginners to seasoned green thumbs. Growing vegetables, flowers and herbs in pots can be cost-effective, inspiring and tailored for any urban balcony or country patio.

The perks of planting in pots include a reduced risk of disease spreading from one crop to another, fewer critters helping themselves to a free lunch, and less weeding and overall work. For urban garden expert Mark Ridsdill Smith, in Newcastle upon Tyne, England, tending to plants has provided a sense of community. “When I lived in London, I knew almost no one on my street after 10 years, but when I started growing food by the front door, I was constantly chatting to passersby as I tended my tomatoes and squash,” says the author of The Vertical Veg Guide to Container Gardening, who also enjoys the practical side of making 26

connections: swapping seeds, gifting produce and exchanging advice.

Fertile Foundations Vegetables like lettuce, tomatoes, peppers, eggplant, squash, radishes and beans are ideal for container gardens, and with a little know-how, other crops like watermelon and muskmelon can also thrive. “Many types of vegetables can be grown in pots if they are large enough to accommodate the root system, even potatoes,” says Lisa Hilgenberg, horticulturist at the Chicago Botanic Garden’s fouracre Regenstein Fruit & Vegetable Garden, in Glencoe, Illinois. Choosing pots with the right size and materials is an investment worth making, she notes. “Peppers and tomatoes prefer terra cotta pots. Many herbs thrive when root-bound and do well in smallish pots or grouped together in shallow bowls. Plants needing to climb can be trained to grow on a

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trellis placed in a container.”

Melinda Myers, the Milwaukee-based author of Small Space Gardening and more than 20 gardening books, encourages gardeners to think outside the box. “Repurposing items is another way to add fun and plantable space. I have seen old teapots, coffee makers, washtubs, coolers and more converted into planters.” For the well-meaning, but sometimes absent-minded gardener, she recommends self-watering pots to reduce maintenance. “These containers have a water reservoir you keep filled. Water moves from the reservoir into the soil, so you need to water less often.”

Generational Nourishment Using high-quality potting soil is paramount and can be store-bought or made at home for less by combining pH-fostering peat moss, vermiculite and perlite. Plants started from seed

are more nourishing for both people and the planet.

“Some seeds thrive most when sown directly in the soil, and cilantro is one of them, as are all root vegetables, as well as beans and peas. Other seeds, like tomato and ground cherry, are best started indoors. Some seeds, like kale and basil, thrive either way,” explains Petra Page-Mann, co-owner of Fruition Seeds, an organic seed company in Naples, New York, that specializes in open-pollinated heirlooms and offers free online tutorials.

Seeds can easily be saved for future plantings from crops such as beans, peas, cilantro, dill, sunflower and cosmos. “No one can save seeds better adapted to your garden than you,” she says.

Children are prime candidates for container gardening, especially in cities. Smith muses, “Children get to smell and feel the whole plant—the extraordinary smell of tomato leaves, the bristles on zucchini—and they love getting their hands into the compost.

I’ve witnessed children who rarely eat salad demolish a whole tray of fresh pea shoots in minutes!” For young gardeners, he recommends growing “pea shoots, new potatoes (they love digging them up), herbs like mint (to play with and make drinks and potions), alpine strawberries and sorrel.”

Even gardeners with conventional suburban or country plots may find that container crops come in handy.

“For those with plenty of garden space, it is a way to bring the garden to your back or front door,” says Myers. “Keeping pots of herbs and veggies close to the house makes harvesting and using fresh herbs and vegetables easier. I have 11 acres, but still use containers to test new plants and bring the garden to my front and back doors.”

Page-Mann attests to willingness and possibility when she says, “Seeds, again and again, remind me that our imagination is the limit, that regional adaptation is the language of resilience and that we can grow so much more than we think possible.”

POT GARDENING TIPS FROM THE PROS FROM MELINDA MYERS, AUTHOR OF SMALL SPACE GARDENING: Mulch the containers. Covering the soil with an organic mulch like evergreen needles and shredded leaves helps conserve moisture and suppress weeds until the plants cover the soil surface.

Use a slow-release, eco-friendly fertilizer. Incorporate it into pots at planting and if needed, make a second application mid-season.

Incorporate organic wool pellets into the potting mix to reduce watering up to 25 percent and add air space, nutrients and organic matter to the soil.

Tips on Types of Pots: Terra cotta pots are heavy and tend to dry out faster.

Glazed ceramic pots hold water for long periods and are available in a variety of shapes and colors. Both should be moved indoors for the winter.

Plastic pots come in a variety of colors, are lightweight and can often be left outdoors.

Fiberglass is lightweight, pricey and designed to be left outdoors year-round.

Metal is usually not a problem for northern gardeners and are quite trendy.

FROM LISA HILGENBERG, CHICAGO BOTANIC GARDEN HORTICULTURIST: Climbing plants: Growing plants vertically is a great way to save space and add an architectural aesthetic to a container garden. Peas and beans climb using tendrils that grow best around a thin netting; they won’t stay secure to an iron trellis. Some vining plants need help climbing, so they will need to be tied onto bamboo poles.

Melons: The minimum diameter container is 12 inches for watermelon, provided it’s a smaller stature, bush-type cultivar. Generally, watermelons produce two melons per plant if they are provided with highly fertile, well-drained soils. Muskmelons can be trellised in pots. Apply organic fertilizer three times during the melon plant’s growth: when the vines begin to run, when the first flowers appear and after the first harvest.

FROM AUTHOR MARK RIDSDILL SMITH: Seasonal favorites: Spring: new potatoes, kale, mangetout snow peas (edible pods) Summer: tomatoes, chilies, climbing French beans, Japanese wineberry Fall: arugula, kale, chard, apples

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Staying Hydrated It’s Not Just About Drinking Water

by Sandra Yeyati

How to Hydrate Optimum hydration is more nuanced than simply drinking eight to 10 eight-ounce glasses of water a day. It depends on our body size, age, diet and level of physical activity or exposure to hot temperatures, Axe says. He recommends more fluids for women that are pregnant or breastfeeding, teenagers that are developing quickly and people on medications like antibiotics, diuretics, 28

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Maintaining proper hydration is one of the most important measures we can take to benefit our health. “The human body is made up of 55 to 75 percent water, and proper fluid levels are essential for many important body functions, including nutrient and oxygen transportation, temperature regulation, blood pressure stabilization, removal of waste from the body and muscle repair,” says Josh Axe, a Nashville-based clinical nutritionist and doctor of chiropractic and natural medicine.

“Drinking enough water allows for healthy digestion and detoxification, supports hunger control and improves the appearance of your skin, eyes and hair.”

Throughout the day, our bodies expend liquid to perform these vital functions. “Dehydration occurs when you lose more bodily fluids than you consume,” says Axe, the author of Ancient Remedies and founder of DrAxe.com. “Your body needs water and electrolytes replenished, otherwise you’ll experience symptoms such as dry mouth, thirst, muscle weakness and spasms, headache, dizziness, nausea and fatigue.”

“How we live today is why we’re so much more dehydrated than we were 30 to 50 years ago,” says Dana Cohen, a New York City integrative medicine physician and co-author of Quench. “Air conditioning and heating are so drying. Electronics, prescription drugs, processed foods, fluorescent lighting—all these things coming at us and affecting our cells—are sucking the hydration out of our environments and out of us.”

According to Cohen—the risks of day-in-day-out, lowgrade dehydration—the kind most of us experience—include constipation, joint pain, stiffness, brain fog and cognition problems. “There’s some evidence that it is also a risk factor for diabetes, Alzheimer’s and certain cancers like colon and kidney cancers,” she adds.

hormone pills, blood pressure medications and cancer treatments.

Cohen points to a few reliable markers: “We’re meant to urinate every two to three hours throughout the day, and you want the color of your urine to be strong, but not too orange or too brown, which indicates dehydration, and not crystal-clear, because you could be over-hydrating.”

In her book Quench, Cohen delineates a five-day plan to optimize hydration.

Start every day with a big glass of water, which can include a squeeze of lemon and a pinch of real salt (pink or sea salt, not processed table salt).

Drink a glass of water before every meal. “For people who are trying to lose weight, a few published studies suggest that this will help them lose five additional pounds over a threemonth period when dieting,” she says.

When feeling hungry, drink a glass of water. We often mistake hunger for thirst.

Consume one or two green smoothies a day made with a blend of greens, water and added ingredients to taste.

This will incorporate a healthy amount of daily fiber, which helps to absorb and hold on to water.

Add what Cohen calls “micromovements” throughout the day, such as nodding the head up and down, rotating the wrists and ankles, scrunching fingers and toes or twisting the torso. “These little movements help to move fluid throughout the body and lubricate joints,” she explains.

Hydrating Foods According to Axe, some foods are naturally hydrating, including coconut water, melons, celery, cucumber, kiwi, citrus fruits, carrots, bell peppers, berries, lettuce, avocado, zucchini and tomatoes.

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from the University of Washington, in Seattle, this gel water, which has different properties from regular H2O, is believed to store energy like a battery. Getting more of this structured water by eating plants should be your goal, so your body and your cells are better hydrated.”

Best Fluids to Drink “The best option is purified water that goes through a filtering process to remove chemical pollutants, bacteria, fungi and algae, but still has beneficial minerals,” Axe says. Both Axe and Cohen recommend the Environmental Working Group’s water filter guide (ewg.org) to find the best at-home system for every budget, as well as its database that lists the safety of tap water in each U.S. zip code.

“The research shows that under four cups of coffee a day is not a diuretic, so it does contribute to your hydration; anything above four cups starts to become a diuretic and goes against you,” Cohen notes, adding that herbal teas are always a great hydrating option with added medicinal properties.

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Alithia Monroe PA-C, Physician Assistant 137 Newbury St, Ste 605, Boston, MA 02116 617-991-7567 AskBeautyTherapist.com Not just a vanity treatment, Botox relieves medical conditions such as chronic migraines and over- active bladder. While not FDA approved, robust medical research shows Botox significantly reduces depression symptoms of sadness.

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Most of us don’t realize how much we can benefit from training our brains. Like our bodies, our brains benefit from healthy exertion and positive attention. Many of us suffer from symptoms of brain dysregulation that vary from lethargy to mania, ADD to OCD, depression to anxiety. Training the brain can strengthen its response to these symptoms and provide a clarity, ease and peacefulness that is hard to describe until you experience it. Call today for a free discovery conversation. See ad, page 22.

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Brain Training ADVANCED NEUROTHERAPY, PC Jolene Ross, PhD 781-444-9115 RetrainYourBrain.com

Specializing in Neurotherapy, an effective, drug-free treatment for: attention, behavior, emotional, and executive function problems, autistic spectrum, anxiety, depression, post-concussion, peak performance and more. See ad, page 15.

101 Plaistow Rd, Haverhill, MA 01830 978-702-4160 FullHarvestMoonz.com A woman-owned, adult-use Cannabis Dispensary in Haverhill, MA. At FHM, we use cannabis to clear and raise the vibration of the energy body to bridge wellness from within mentally, emotionally and spiritually. See ad on page 29.

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Chiropractic MCARDLE CHIROPRACTIC AND WELLNESS CENTER Catherine McArdle, DC Robert Sedlor, DC

2220 Plainfield Pike, Cranston, RI 02921 401-383-3400 McArdleChiropractic.com Family chiropractic practice offering holistic care to patients of all ages. Based on the initial evaluation, patients will be given a treatment plan which addresses ergonomics, exercise, stretching and nutrition in addition to their spinal alignment. See ad on page 10.

Coaching A CREATIVE HEALING PLACE Benjamin B. Blackett 401-855-2008 BBB3pips@gmail.com Facebook.com/BenjaminBBlackett TikTok: @benjaminblackett

Benjamin Blackett is a multi-certified, International Life Mastery Consultant and motivational speaker. He helps people pull their dreams into their lives. His clients experience better health, deeper and more meaningful relationships, more satisfying careers, and expanded time and money freedom. You are invited to get to know him through his livestream “Morning Mindset Book Studies” on his Facebook page, A Creative Healing Place, Mon-Fri, 9:05-9:25am. See ad on page 25.

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I am a graduate of Accomplishment Coaching and I am currently a Program Coach, coaching other coaches, in New York City. I work with executives, leaders and those in career transition.

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David Scott Bartky, Law of Attraction Life Coach 973-444-7301 LifeCoachDavid.com Find out how to attract what you want, feel happier, and become the best version of yourself with Law of Attraction coaching. You have the ability; you just have to know how to use it.

INTERNAL FAMILY SYSTEMS PRACTITIONER We Breathe Wellness Walpole MA 508-375-8465 GatikovaP@gmail.com

I support healing in the modality, the Internal Family Systems or Parts Work. Together, we will explore your parts and how they support your system employing the leadership of your Self, or your inner resource.See ad, page 21.

TAKE THE LEAP COACHING

Kim Childs 1025 Mass Ave, Arlington, MA 02476 617-640-3813 Kim@KimChilds.com KimChilds.com Need help clarifying and realizing your desires? Asking “What’s next?” or “How do I get started?” Kim is a certified life and career coach specializing in Positive Psychology, creativity, and midlife transitions, to help clients create more personally fulfilling, meaningful and empowered lives. Initial consultations are free.

Colon Hydrotherapy INTERNAL WELLNESS CENTER

Liz Marcano-Pucillo 150 Wood Rd, Ste 403, Braintree, MA 02184 781-228-6915 Liz@InternalWellnessCtr.com InternalWellnessCtr.com Receive professional colon hydrotherapy by a national board-certified therapist using the Angel of Water system. The most comfortable and private system in the industry. See ad, page 31.

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Compounding & Wellness Pharmacy BIRD’S HILL COMPOUNDING PHARMACY

401 Great Plain Ave, Needham, MA 02492 781-449-0550 Pharmacist@BirdsHillPharmacy.com BirdsHillPharmacy.com Familyowned and -operated since 1960, we have evolved from a traditional pharmacy to a worldwide compounding and nutritional resource.

Our unique one-on-one patient consultations produce a full understanding of your health needs.

You, your physician, and one of our compounding pharmacists work as partners to ensure that you will receive the best care possible.

DINNO HEALTH

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JOHNSON COMPOUNDING AND WELLNESS

577 Main St, Waltham, MA 02452 781-893-3870 • Fax: 781-899-1172 John@NaturalCompounder.com NaturalCompounder.com JCW is the only sterile and non-sterile PCABaccredited 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 on page 7.

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Dentist DENTISTRY BY DR. DAVID Amparo M. David, DMD 563 Main St, Bolton, MA 978-779-2888 BoltonDental.com

We look beyond our patients’ teeth in order to improve both their smiles and their quality of life. Our practice offers full preventive services: biological, holistic, functional dentistry, ozone therapy, reconstructive dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, periodontics, endodontics, dental sleep medicine, implant dentistry, in addition to TMD (Temporomandibular Joint Disorders) therapy. See ad, page 24.

Flotation FLOAT BOSTON

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Frenectomy (Tongue/Lip Tie Release) DENTISTRY BY DR. DAVID Martin Kaplan, DDS 563 Main St, Bolton, MA 978-779-2888 BoltonDental.com

Specializing in pediatric dentistry, Dr. Kaplan uses the latest technology available to diagnose and treat infants as well as children and adults. In 2015, he was instrumental in developing the first-in-the-country “Infant Laser Frenectomy” training class through the continuing education department at Tufts Dental School and is an international leader in the field of dental laser surgery. See ad, page 24.

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Johnson Compounding & Wellness 781-893-3870 x 149 Alora@NaturalCompounder.com NaturalCompounder.com Integrative and Functional Registered Dietitian who strives to motivate individuals on their health journey. Alora loves to help people feel their best and has a special interest in GI health and mental health (depression & anxiety). See ad on page 7.

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We have been making soap for over 10 yrs and have over 60 blends. We have scrubs, face, hand and foot creams, fragrance stones, along with perfume sticks, lip and cuticle balms. We also have dog shampoo and balms. Open M-F, 11am-4pm and Saturdays, 10am-2pm.

MASH MAIN ST ANIMAL SERVICES OF HOPKINTON Margo Roman, DVM 72 W Main St, Hopkinton, MA 01748 508-435-4077 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 27.

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We offer an extraordinary line of herbal and medicinal teas, culinary herbs, tinctures and seasonal herb plants. Our herbs are grown chemical free by RI and MA farmers who we know and trust. See ad, page 21.

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Om Homeopathy, It’s My Health Cumberland, RI 401-573-3757 OmHomeopathy.com With 16+ yrs experience in classical homeopathy, Vandana Pitke has helped many clients restore and achieve health. A certified classical homeopath, she looks at the clients from a holistic perspective focusing on mind, body and spirit. She also incorporates many other holistic modalities in her practice, which makes healing faster, better and from within when combined with homeopathy.

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QUANTUM HEALING UNIVERSE

Cileimmar Oliveira, MEd, CAGS, Founder 999 Broadway, Ste 303, Saugus, MA 781-558-1561 QuantumHealingUniverse@gmail.com QuantumHealingUniverse.com An integrative wellness center (on-site and virtual) for self-care and health practitioners. Biocommunication scanning and treatments, energy work and reiki, chromotherapy, aromatherapy, therapeutic counseling, coaching, Access Bars and Access Energetic Facelift, feng shui and more. See ad on page 24.

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Light Therapy

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The healing powers of light & sound are well documented. It is now possible to travel through amazing lightscapes and absorb beautiful sound energies to facilitate beneficial states of trance, healing and even psychedelic experiences. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience something truly out of this world (or your body)! Call today for a free discovery session to determine if this technology is for you.

Massage WEST SHORE WELLNESS

Massage Therapy & Transformational Breath Jane McGinn, LCMT, CTBF 459 Sandy Ln, Warwick, RI 02889 401-450-4172 WestShoreWellness.com Massage therapy relieves muscle tension, improves sleep, supports feelings of well-being. Transformational Breath helps to eliminate restrictive breathing patterns, clear the subconscious, and access higher levels of awareness. Live more joyfully.

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Alison Shaw APRN, LMT, CEH 109 Massachusetts Ave Lexington, MA 02420 781-646-0686 Alison@BodymindRepatterning.com BodymindRepatterning.com An innovative blend of bodycentered counseling, integrative bodywork and energy medicine to uncover and release bodymind patterns that limit your life and health. See ad, page 15.

Naturopathic Medicine CHRYSANTHI KAZANTZIS, ND, MS Anasa Personalized Medicine 245 Waterman St., Suite 308 Providence, RI 02906 401-484-1882 AnasaMedicine.com

Owner and founder of Anasa Personalized Medicine, Licensed Naturopathic Physician, Clinical Nutritionist and Reiki Master.

Specializing in digestive disorders, thyroid disorders, diabetes, Lyme disease and chronic pain.

Addressing these conditions by treating the underlying cause through herbal medicine, supplements, homeopathy, clinical nutrition and lifestyle counseling.

Book an appointment to start your journey to optimal health. See ad on page 8.

DELONNAY HOLISTICS Martine Delonnay, ND 182 Gano St, Providence, RI 774-425-9519 DelonnayHolistics.com

An integrative medical practice combining naturopathic medicine with an allopathic medical background. Special interest in skin issues, nutrition and supplements, detox and cleanse cures, men’s and women’s health, and mental and emotional challenges.

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GARY KRACOFF, RPH & NMD

Johnson Compounding and Wellness 781-893-3870 Gary@NaturalCompounder.com Dr. Gary Kracoff provides guidance and in-depth consultative services to find the “why” to what is happening physically and mentally, working with individuals to restore balance in the body.

Specializes in customizing medications to meet individualized needs of patients, and he suggests nutritional supplements, natural products and homeopathic remedies to aid in faster healing and recovery. See ad on page 7.

Organic Hair Care ELAYNE HEWITT

Master Colorist/Stylist Riverside, RI 401-273-7005 ElayneOrganic@gmail.com A full-service green salon that’s Certified Organic for hair color, straightening/relaxing and permanent wave. No ammonia, parabens, plastics or thioglycolates. Call today for an appointment. 50% off all new clients only.

FLIPP SALON APOTHECARY 38 Transit St Providence, RI 02903 401-274-1981 FlippSalon.com

A small boutique salon promoting a holistic approach to beauty, herbalism, art and music.

Offering a full range of hair services using organic, plantbased products, full apothecary of loose herbs, blends and organic self-care items and accessories. Herbalist on staff. Gallery walls featuring local artisans; all mediums welcome.

Live music in semi-acoustic for Music Nights. We believe that all these mediums are symbiotic in promoting joy and wellness in the individual and the community.

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Peggy Normandin 1099 Mendon Rd, Cumberland, RI 02864 401-333-8550 BodyDynamicsRI@icloud.com BodyDynamicsRI.com We are a small boutique studio specializing in Pilates-based classes for women and men. Our highly trained instructors offer personal attention to our students to help them meet their fitness goals and improve their ability to enjoy activities. Free 30-min. consultation or lesson for new students. See ad, page 20.

Reiki

Paul A. DiSegna 401-736-6500 Energy-N-Elements.com

Are you feeling stuck, stressed or disconnected? I will assist you in releasing energy blocks and guide you to experience the comfort and peace that comes with power and soul retrieval. “My intention is to improve my client’s health and well-being.” Call for your appointment today.

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Janice Sutton, BSRN West Shore Wellness 459 Sandy Lane Rd, Warwick, RI 02889 Additional locales 401-298-0306 Stressed? Overwhelmed? In need of a reprieve? Treat yourself to a relaxing reiki treatment.

While you are relaxing, your own body wisdom is kicking in to heal itself on many levels. As a Registered Nurse, I know that stress can and does contribute to many physical as well as emotional ailments. Introductory pricing, $50 first visit.

BOSTON REIKI MASTER

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Experience reiki. Certified Reiki Master/Teacher with over 20 years’ experience in energy medicine providing pure Usui Reiki healing/relaxation sessions.

150 California St, Ste 504, Newton, MA 877-772-8522 SpaPaulaB.com Spa Paula B. provides spa services in Newton, MA. Natural, organic and clean skin care products are used in facial treatments and are also available for purchase. Receive 20% off your first service.

Spiritual Centers CENTERS FOR SPIRITUAL LIVING GREATER BOSTON 340 Salem St, Medford, MA 02155 617-947-2743 Info@CSLBoston.org CSLBoston.org

We are a spiritual family that honors all paths to the Spirit of your understanding and can help you experience a personal relationship with the Inner Divine. All are welcome here. See ad, page 31.

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CENTERS FOR SPIRITUAL LIVING SOUTH COASTAL, MA TEACHING CHAPTER Barbara M. Fuyat 401-793-1753 Barbara@CSLSouthcoast.org CSLSouthcoast.org

We are a warm, welcoming community studying the Science of Mind, a philosophy and a way of life that embraces all spiritual paths, sexual orientations, ethnic backgrounds and ages. We believe we are all connected. It is in this oneness that we come together in nature, celebration, services, classes, workshops to understand our own spiritual magnificence and choose to live in love, peace and equality. Our vision is a world that embraces and empowers each and everyone.

Everyone includes you. See ad, page 31.

Spiritual HealingTeaching JANET STRAIGHTARROW Be The Medicine Shaman, Healer, Sage 973-647-2500 Janet@BeTheMedicine.com BeTheMedicine.com

Fourty years helping people help themselves. The Healers Healer. Deep energy healing-clearing worldwide.

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TIME FOR YOU YOGA

Maria Sichel, RYT, CSYT 2155 Diamond Hill Rd Cumberland, RI 02864 401-305-5319 Maria@TimeForYouYoga.com TimeForYouYoga.com Private Svaroopa® yoga therapy sessions are tailored to meet your needs. Specially trained in treating pain, including back pain and neck and shoulder issues. Yoga therapy is more powerful than weekly yoga classes and moves you more quickly toward health and well-being. Experience pain relief, greater mobility, improved sleep, easier breathing, deep relaxation, increased flexibility and a deep sense of peace.

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Body and Brain provides a unique blend of yoga, tai chi, breathwork and meditation exercises for people of all ages and abilities to reestablish the body’s natural energy flow.

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