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HEALTHY

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Kids in Nature Outdoor Adventures

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Contents 18 POWER SWITCH

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Taking a Home Off the Grid

20 OCEAN ROBBINS ON Personal and Planetary Health

22 THE ART OF HEALING Creative Therapy Aids Recovery

25 THE WEIGHT OF WATER 26 INTO THE WOODS Hiking for Health and Happiness

28 LOVING NATURE

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Outdoor Adventures for Kids

32 NATIVE INTELLIGENCE Planting an Eco-Friendly Yard

34 POTLUCK FOR

THE 21ST CENTURY

Breaking Bread, Building Community

36 BRINGING UP KITTY

Get Off on the Right Paw

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38 CLEARING THE AIR(WAY)

Homeopathic Treatment of Feline Ashtma

DEPARTMENTS 7 news briefs 11 eco tip 11 action alert 12 health briefs 14 global briefs 17 community

spotlight 20 film brief 20 wise words 22 healing ways

22 inspiration 26 fit body 28 healthy kids 32 green living 34 conscious

eating 36 pet pages 40 local yoga 42 calendar 43 classifieds 45 resource guide

letter from publisher

HEALTHY LIVING HEALTHY PLANET

The Journey of Acceptance I struggled my whole life with feeling less than. I covered it with phony, always thinking I should be someone else. I never really had a direction, so being left to my own thinking I was lost before I was a teen.

I was chosen last in the playground, I never made teams. I sat on the bench and never played. No one paid attention to me.

When we stop and ask our kids how does sitting feel and they tell you “It’s okay, I don’t mind,” I would think about that. I doubt that it’s okay. We all need recognition. We all need someone to tell us we matter.

The streets I grew up on scared me because the street kids I grew up with were fearless. Nothing seemed to scare them. Not me. In Brooklyn in the 50’s on the streets, anything could happen at any minute. Hurting people was a norm for many. Trouble was the one thing you looked for on a Saturday night because it was entertainment. I never fit in that world. I felt lost.

Everything was about territory, respect and ego. Although I got the message, I also understood early that it was “not for me”. It’s funny how life plays out. I came from a really tough, Irish, blue collar family. My dad loved the environment. It allowed him to take out his anger on anyone that wanted a fight. He lived with a lot of pain. The Great Depression left its mark in more ways than one, and the emotional scars stayed locked up inside him his entire life.

I learned a lot growing up in Brooklyn. I wouldn’t change it for the world; however, I had a lot of life learning to do. For me, the path to emotional intelligence was a long one.

I was so wrapped up in self, in having to prove myself to everyone, that it left me empty.

No matter what I did for you, I could never get that fixed feeling for me.

I spent all those years searching, but the funny thing is I never understood what I was searching for. Just to feel okay, I guess, whatever that means. I guess it is hard for anyone to feel happy, content, comfortable and secure in self until you find yourself.

The need for acceptance from others was huge, yet their approval never fixed me. It was always just temporary. I didn’t understand that to fix me started with accepting me.

The journey to that acceptance was long. It was not easy, but ultimately it was worth every tear, every emotional struggle, every painful insecure moment.

When I reflect on how I went from that lost little boy to my life today, I am so grateful to be who I am today, where I am today and surrounded by people who love me, and accept me for who I am.

Living life is the only teacher you can hear sometimes. The lessons can be brutal, but also needed. Pain, as they say, is a great motivator. I was a slow learner so a lot of pain along the way was needed, but today, that’s just fine.

In peace, love and laughter,

Joe Dunne, Publisher

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Center for Natural Healing Adds New Massage Therapist

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r. Jeffrey L. Griffin, owner of Center for Natural Healing, in Doylestown, is pleased to announce the addition of massage therapist Maggie Bordagaray to the list of complimentary practitioners available through his office.

Bordagaray is a licensed massage therapist with over 20 years of experience. Her specialties include expertise in trigger point therapy, deep tissue, oncology and Swedish massage. Griffin adds, “Maggie’s level of expertise and understanding of the human body sets her apart from many massage therapists. She possesses a very caring and nurturing personality that instantly puts you at ease and

open to her healing touch.”

The Center for Natural Healing offers chiropractic, nutritional health, lab analysis and thermography. Among the specialized techniques and therapies offered are electric muscle stimulation, ultrasound, aqua massage, Graston Technique and digital X-rays. At the core of Griffin’s services is the belief that stress is the cause of all “dis-ease”, and his mission is to help others learn the source of their stress, and to then guide and support them along their paths to wellness.

Discounted pricing is available for packages of three or more massages. Location: 252 W. Swamp Rd., Ste. 26, Doylestown. For more information, call 215-348-2115, email Dr.griffin@Center4NaturalHealing.com or visit C4NH.com. See ad, page 3.

Elizabeth Joyce Embraces Spring with Her Spiritual Workshop and Psychic Fair

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uthor, psychic and energetic healer Elizabeth Joyce is be presenting her semi-annual Spring Holistic & Psychic Fair charity benefit from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., April 6 and 7. She is also offering her highly praised Spiritual Intensive Weekend Workshop from 1 to 5 p.m., April 27 and 28. Both events take place at the James Lorah House, 132 North Main Street, Doylestown.

The Spring Holistic & Psychic Fair benefits The Breathing Room on Saturday and Lahaska SPCA on Sunday, and it offers attendees multiple holistic vendors, as well as different forms of bodywork, including reiki and vibrational healing. Attendees will have opportunities to receive readings from several local and guest psychics, Elizabeth Joyce including Frank St. James of Psychic Detectives and Bio Channel, Celeste of the Fox Sisters, Nekara and Danielle. Advance appointments for readings or bodywork are recommended.

The Spiritual Intensive workshop offers attendees a chance to raise their vibration and change their lives quickly and confidently by remembering who they are—energetic soul beings, and that they have the voice of sanity and clarity within themselves. “People walk away from these intensives energized, refreshed and re-aligned with spirit. Then magic happens!” says Joyce.

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New Therapeutic Massage Business Opens in Langhorne

11th Annual Solstice Expo & Holistic Fair in New Hope

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ll are invited to tune into their body, mind and spirit and experience the love of higher consciousness at the 11th Annual Solstice Expo & Holistic Fair, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., on June 22, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., on June 23, at New Hope Eagle Firehouse.

“This is our 11th year of presenting quality programs, products, people and services to the general public,” says expo founder and organizer Tony Kenton. “This festive, fun-loving celebration of the highest level of the solstice is a great way to experience new thoughts, concepts and products.”

The festival, sponsored by The Society for Metaphysical Enlightenment, features intuitive readers, mind-body therapists and holistic practitioners, along with area energy healers and practitioners, that offer massage, stress management techniques and many more healing modalities. Artwork, jewelry and crystals will also be displayed for purchase, along with a natural food court.

Cost: $7. Location: 46 N. Sugan Rd., New Hope. For more information, call 267-261-2768 or visit WeAreSME.com. See ad, page 35.

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herapeutiKa, LLC, a new business offering therapeutic massage treatments at Medicine in Balance, in Langhorne, is now open.

As a therapeutic massage business, TherapeutiKa focuses on advanced techniques, including manual lymphatic drainage, oncology massage, myofascial release and others. Owner Claudia Glugsberger is certified in many modalities, including board Claudia Glugsberger certification as a massage therapist and manual lymphatic drainage certification. She has more than 25 years of experience, as well as a European background.

Glugsberger is dedicated to helping clients with their health problems. She explains, “I believe that caring for the body and mind will improve a person’s overall quality of life.”

For a limited time, TherapeutiKa is offering 15 minutes of free facial Boca Lymphlift or neck massage. Readers can schedule their appointment by calling the Medicine in Balance reservation desk at the number below.

Location: 940 Town Center Dr., Ste. F-90, Langhorne. For reservations, call 215-741-1600. For more information, email CGlugsberger@gmail.com. See ad, page 13.

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ometimes we get stuck; however, we don’t have to stay stuck. We each have the ability to empower ourselves. Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) offers an opportunity to explore how our minds and emotions work in achieving goals, and how to let go of unwanted habits and behaviors to achieve lasting results in every aspect of life. The Empowerment Partnership is offering an Integrative NeuroLinguistic Programming Practitioner Certification training from April 11 through 14 at the DoubleTree by Hilton, Newark Airport.

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Healthier Dry Cleaning

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Non-Toxic Ways to Lower Risks

Support Citizen Action Against Plastics Chemicals used in dry cleaning clothes have long been linked to health concerns for both people and the environment. Perchloroethylene (“perc” for short) is most commonly used in this process. Federal regulatory agencies have documented myriad negative effects from exposure to the petroleum-based solvent.

The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration links it to dizziness, blurred vision, loss of coordination and other nervous system effects, including memory loss. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency calls perc a likely human carcinogen “by all routes of exposure.” The EPA also warns that the chemical can leak into the ground, contaminating water supplies, and react in the air to form smog, which has been associated with respiratory effects.

Earthtalk.org suggests there are safer alternatives through products and processes used by independent “green” dry cleaners nationwide.

These include a biodegradable liquid silicone—essentially liquefied sand—which doesn’t chemically react with fabric fibers. It’s safe to use on delicate garments like beads, lace, silk and cashmere, and won’t cause

Every minute, the equivalent of an entire garbage truck of plastic gets shrinkage. GreenEarthCleaning.com dumped into our oceans, reports the includes a store locator function.

World Economic Forum. Many of the

Another good option is wet cleaning, whereby fabric is laundered materials are disposable, single-use in a computer-controlled washer and plastic products like straws, bags and Styrofoam containers, which some dryer that uses water—along with cities and towns have banned. This specialized soaps and conditioners type of citizen action is increasingly instead of solvents—and spins its blocked by the Plastic Industry Ascontents much more slowly than a sociation (PIA), which has spent big typical home washing machine. money to successfully ban plastic bag

Because wet cleaning is free of hazardous volatile organic compounds ordinances in 10 states where 70 million Americans live. This means local like those in perc, it eliminates health communities are prohibited from takand safety risks, as well as environing effective action that could reduce mental hazards associated with the plastics that litter our streets and traditional dry cleaning, according pollute our waterways. to GreenAmerica.org. As an added The Sierra Club is calling on nine benefit, the equipment and operating major corporations that are members costs are lower. While the biggest of the PIA to withdraw from it with an disadvantage to wet cleaning is that online petition. So far, two have indiit produces waste water, it’s still a cated they will not be renewing their highly energy-efficient method. memberships this year: Clorox (which

Another method is liquid carbon dioxide (CO2) cleaning, in which some owns companies like Burt’s Bees, Brita and Glad) and the Ascena Retail commercial cleaners use the presGroup (which includes Ann Taylor surized gas in combination with other gentle cleaning agents to dissolve and and Loft). remove dirt, fats and oils in clothing To participate, sign the online petition instead of using perc; or consider sim- at Tinyurl.com/PlasticPollutionPetition. ply handwashing delicate clothes and Other action steps, including tweeting fabrics in a mild, non-toxic detergent, and involving friends, are also detailed. and then hanging them outside to dry.

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Household Cleaning Products Affect Babies’ Guts and Weight

Smoking Bans Lower Blood Pressure Non-smokers that live in areas that have banned smoking in public spaces such as restaurants, bars and workplaces have lower systolic blood pressure. In a Northwestern University study reported by the American Heart Association, blood pressure readings of 5,115 adults ages 18 to 30 in Birmingham, Chicago, Minneapolis and Oakland were taken over a 30-year period and correlated with changes in local laws that banned public smoking. A meaningful decrease in systolic blood pressure readings was found in non-smokers when no-smoking laws were enacted, indicating a reduction in heart disease risk.

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The heavy use of household cleaning disinfectants may contribute to changes in infant gut bacteria and weight gain, reports a new study in the Canadian Medical Association Journal. University of Alberta researchers collected fecal samples and studied the gut health of 757 babies between the ages of 3 and 4 months; then restudied the children at 1 and 3 years old. They found that children in households that used disinfectants at least once a week had higher body mass index (BMI) scores and elevated levels of Lachnospiraceae, gut microbes linked in other studies to insulin resistance and metabolic disorders. Babies in households that used vinegar or other eco-friendly cleaners had lower BMI scores and much lower levels of a family of bacteria that includes E. coli.

By mixing food additives with human gut microbes in petri dishes, scientists at the Czech Republic’s Institute of Microbiology found that gut microbes with antiinflammatory properties were highly susceptible to being harmed by additives, while microbes with pro-inflammatory properties were mostly resistant. “We speculate that permanent exposure of human gut microbiota to even low levels of additives may modify the composition and function of gut microbiota, and thus influence the host’s immune system,” wrote the authors.

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Sperm counts have plunged by half in the last 40 years among American and European men, according to a recent review of scientific studies. In a new doubleblind study of 56 infertile men, researchers at Iran’s Qazvin University of Medical Sciences found that curcumin, an active ingredient in turmeric, can boost sperm counts.

Each day for 10 weeks, half of the men took 80 milligrams of curcumin nanomicelle, in which curcumin is better absorbed; the other 28 were given a placebo. The researchers found that the curcumin significantly boosted sperm count and motility.

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Sugary Drinks Linked to Kidney Disease Drinking lots of sugar-sweetened sodas and juices significantly increases the risk of chronic kidney disease, reports a new study from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. Using health questionnaires for 3,003 African-American adults in Jackson, Mississippi, covering a 13-year period, the researchers found that the top third of subjects, those consuming the most sugar-sweetened drinks, were 61 percent more likely to develop kidney disease than those in the bottom third.

Probiotics Ease Bipolar Disorder Research on 66 patients with bipolar disorder found that patients receiving probiotic supplements were three times less likely to be rehospitalized than those given a placebo.

The study from the Sheppard Pratt Health System, in Baltimore, gave half of discharged patients a placebo and the other half a capsule containing two probiotics, Bifidobacterium lactis (BB-12) and Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG (LGG).

Within 26 weeks, 24 of the 33 people that received the placebo returned to the hospital, but only eight of the 33 on probiotics were readmitted. The probiotic treatment was especially effective for those experiencing considerable inflammation, say researchers.

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Stress May Be Worse in the Evening Acute, late-day stress may be harder on our bodies, say researchers at Japan’s Hokkaido University. They measured the levels of the stress hormone cortisol in 27 young, healthy volunteers, and then put them through 15 minutes of stressful events that included making a speech and doing mental math. Half of the volunteers were tested two hours after awakening, the other group 10 hours after awakening. The subjects’ levels of cortisol, which helps provide the body with energy in the face of a perceived need for fight or flight, rose strongly in the morning, but not in the evening, suggesting that the human body is more equipped to deal with stress early in the day and becomes more vulnerable later.

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Worldwide Worry

global briefs

Under final rules released by the current administration, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s national labeling standard for genetically modified organisms (GMOs) completely exempts foods made with highly processed ingredients grown with GMOs, including sugar made from sugar beets, high-fructose corn syrup and refined soybean and canola oils. The change will allow 78 percent of products containing GMOs to avoid disclosure, according to the Grocery Manufacturers Association. Companies don’t have to comply until January 1, 2022, and the new labels will use the term “bioengineered” instead of more common identifiers like “genetically engineered” or “GMO”. Small businesses, to-go food prepared at grocery stores, and meat, eggs or dairy from animals that are fed GMOs, which involves virtually all livestock not certified organic, are exempt from the labeling requirements.

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Citrus Crops to Receive Human Antibiotics

Scientists at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) expressed concern over a recent ruling by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) that opens the door to widespread use of the antibiotics streptomycin and oxytetracycline to spray commercial citrus crops. The antibiotics, which are often used on people, can kill insects that transmit a bacterium that causes citrus greening, which renders fruit small and bitter. But the EPA ultimately ruled that the economic benefits outweigh concerns about antibiotic resistance and potential harm to the environment, people and wildlife. The USDA says the amount of antibiotic exposure to people who eat fruit or juices still will be far less than what people are exposed to when prescribed antibiotics by their doctor. The antibiotics will have to be sprayed repeatedly over years just to keep the trees alive and producing fruit until they succumb to citrus greening. Public interest groups are protesting the action.

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Environmental risks are the top three concerns among the 1,000 global decision-makers surveyed in the latest Global Risks Perception Survey of the World Economic Forum (WEF).

For the third straight year, “extreme weather” ranked first, followed by “failed climate change mitigation” and “natural disasters”. The survey was part of a WEF annual report produced in advance of the recent confab of global leaders in Davos, Switzerland. The World Bank has calculated that the real cost of natural disasters to the global economy is $520 billion per year.

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Endangered Species on the Rebound

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The Endangered Species Act seems to be working, with more than 75 percent of marine mammals and sea turtles protected by the act recovering, according to a new peer-reviewed study by scientists at the Center for Biological Diversity published in the academic journal PLOS ONE. North Atlantic green sea turtle nests on Florida beaches have increased by more than 2,000 percent and Hawaiian humpback whales more than 1,100 percent between 1979 and 2005.

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Nuclear Waste Disposal Remains Elusive

A new report issued by environmental watchdog Greenpeace details the growing global dangers of accumulating nuclear waste that will remain hazardous for hundreds of centuries. Several of the designated storage facilities in the seven countries surveyed are nearly filled to capacity now.

Unresolved safety issues across the industry include fire risk, venting of radioactive gases, environmental contamination, failure of containers, terrorist attacks and escalating costs. More than 65 years after the start of the civil use of nuclear power, 250,000 tons of highly radioactive spent fuel exists in 14 countries, and underground storage, seemingly the most viable option, has encountered major obstacles.

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Copper in new device prevents cold and flu last holidays,” she said. “The kids had colds going around, but not me.”

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orn with a compassionate nature, it’s no surprise that Dr. Jennifer Redmond was naturally drawn to helping and healing others. After achieving two degrees, a B.A., and a doctorate in chiropractic, Redmond founded Samsara Chiropractic Wellness Center, a fixture in the Somerville community for over eight years. The word samsara has Hindu and Buddhist origins and means “the cycle of life, death and rebirth, and the resistance to such is the source of existential suffering.” Working to alleviate this suffering through respecting the body’s ability to heal and self-regulate is the foundation of her practice.

When asked why she founded the center, Redmond softly stated, “I love helping people come alive.” The almost whispered tone couldn’t hide the passion evident and readable in her expressions.

She continued to explain, “The mind and body are not separate, even though we’ve been taught that they are. In my office, I look at people as a whole complete person.

I was trained as a chiropractor but the adjustment is not the end of the road. Addressing toxicity, exploring homeopathic remedies, identifying missing essential building blocks such as nutrition and supplements, including the emotional component—all of this is part of the road to healing and wellness.”

Redmond is also relentless in her pursuit of knowledge and new ways to help her patients. This led her to a revolutionary modality referred to as Neuro Emotional Technique (NET). This technique has allowed her patients to experience breakthroughs in their care and lives in ways she had never seen before.

Neuro Emotional Technique (NET) is an interactive, non-invasive mind-body technique that helps release the stress connection in the brain within a few sessions. Stress can be an insidious, hidden culprit for many issues affecting the body and mind. It can make its presence known without warning or be an ongoing problem.

Stress is also suspected as a contributing cause to many diseases through its undermining effects on the immune system. Yet, common methods for addressing stress often offer only temporary relief. Studies are still ongoing, but the effects of NET appear to be permanent.

Redmond knows the value of NET, scientifically and personally. As she explains, “I wish that more people were aware of this work because the miracles that we, as practitioners, get to see every day are amazing. And people don’t even realize that it’s a possibility.” One way to reach a larger audience is through the arts.

Director Luke Segreto, founder of Indigo Rising Films, wanted to create a movie

about stress without causing stress, which led to Redmond, along with several expert practitioners, to be featured in his documentary “Stressed.” Through stunning visuals, original music, animation and expert commentary, the film presents in layman terms the science behind stress and the mind-emotion-body connection, and why, a mind-body approach, such as NET, to help stress related conditions works so well.

A common result using NET is described in this way, “I still remember the event, but I no longer react to it. I’m calm now.”

“Stressed” received an Award of Excellence at IndieFEST and may be viewed for free through Amazon Prime.

In addition to her work at Samsara, Redmond also hosts a podcast focused on eliminating the stigma of homelessness called Open Heart Conversations. She has completed two Ironman triathlons and enjoys swing dancing. Samsara Chiropractic is also a gathering and educational facility.

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It’s turned out to be one of the best investments we’ve ever made—financially and environmentally.

Power Switch Taking a Home Off the Grid

by Jim Motavalli

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esse Stafford and Alyssa Craft quit their jobs in 2015, bought five acres of remote land far away from utilities and began building their 36-foot-by-36-foot timber frame home from scratch. Next up was a septic system, then a clean water source and, of course, alternative energy.

Their rooftop solar panels are backed up by a reliable Honda generator.

They had some setbacks, which is to be expected. Now they’re blogging about it. “We didn’t want corporate jobs, we didn’t want to live in the city, commute to work or have a mortgage payment,” they write in their online homestead journey at PureLivingForLife.com.

Off-the-grid living has become downright fashionable, especially for the eco-conscious. But leaving the rat race isn’t easy, and it’s not for everyone. Yet, anyone that wants to become more energy-independent can succeed without moving to an isolated cabin; and there’s never been a better time, because prices keep coming down and technology keeps improving. Choosing the best option depends on several factors, including the specific residence, climatic zone, town and neighborhood.

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Preliminary Considerations Power source: Choose from among

solar ($12,000 to $50,000, depending on the system’s size), wind ($6,000 to $22,000, including installation) or geothermal ($20,000 to $25,000).

Ample resources: Find out if there’s

steady wind, plentiful sun, a place to install geothermal pipes and whether the home is properly oriented for solar without obstruction by trees or tall buildings.

Electricity needed: Get a quick average

by adding up the wattage of all appliances, and then add 50 percent. The American average is 10,000 kilowatt-hours annually, although frugal folks can make do with less.

The local utility company can also estimate energy needs based on past usage.

Realize that alternative energy doesn’t need to be an all-or-nothing proposition.

For instance, a solar system doesn’t have to power the whole house. A smaller and cheaper array with battery backup can be connected to essential services like the water heater, refrigerator and electric stove, with the grid handling heavier loads. Ad-

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vantages are lower upfront cost and access to the grid when needed.

Connecting to the grid makes sense for all alternative power sources, because wind and solar are intermittent, and don’t always provide power. Also, most states offer net metering, which requires the local utility to pay for the electricity a homeowner puts back into the grid.

Solar: Plunging Costs Solar panels for electricity, usually made of silicon, consist of photovoltaic cells that convert sunlight into direct current (DC). Their cost has come down dramatically in recent years. In January, the average solar panel cost $3.14 a watt, a bottom line of roughly $18,000 with a six-kilowatt system big enough for most homes. The price fell 6.5 percent from January 2018, reports EnergySage.com, a solar vendor pricing source. A federal tax credit covers 30 percent of the cost, so the out-of-pocket cost for a system would be approximately $13,000 if installed before year’s end, when the full residential tax credit is available. Partial tax credits will be available until they are phased out in 2022.

Ron Blumenfeld, a retired doctor in Fairfield, Connecticut, serves on his town’s sustainability task force and “went live” with his rooftop installation six years ago.

“It’s turned out to be one of the best investments we’ve ever made—financially and environmentally,” he says.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) is working toward residential solar to generate power at just five cents per kilowatt-hour by 2030, which means it will be far cheaper than grid electricity.

Consumers can either buy a system outright or—as a popular alternative—lease the system with no upfront costs. Leasing companies like SolarCity (now part of Tesla) pioneered this approach, in which consumers agree to buy electricity from the system installed on their roof.

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~Ron Blumenfeld, a six-year solar convert in Fairfield, Connecticut

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Whether to add the extra expense of battery backup is important. A pair of Tesla Powerwalls will cost about $14,000 installed and store enough electricity to power a home for seven days. It’s suitable for people looking to go off the grid because the sun doesn’t always shine, and power generated on sunny days can be stored and used when it’s overcast.

Off-the-grid solar is not just for those living in sun-rich states. Installers can look at a property—often remotely, through applications like Google Earth—and determine if solar is appropriate. Sometimes a few trees will have to be sacrificed, but the benefits are manifold, and not just because there will be power during grid blackouts.

Wind: If the Resource is Right Wind power accounted for the largest share of renewable energy growth in 2017, reports the International Energy Agency, but it’s in its infancy for homeowners, partly due to an average cost of $48,000 to $65,000 per installed project. Residential turbines have been installed in all 50 states, but many parts of the U.S. have marginal resources. Check the Department of Energy wind resource guide for local data at WindExchange.Energy.Gov.

The best-case scenario is strong winds plus few neighbors close to a large property (and lenient zoning laws). Wind may work for the 19.3 percent of the population that lives in rural areas and the 21 million American homes built on properties of an acre or more.

However, it isn’t for everyone. James Weston, of Greene, Maine, installed his turbine 10 years ago, and considers his rooftop solar panels a better investment. “By the time you put up your 100-foot tower to get the tower above the tree line and optimize the wind resource, the return isn’t there,” he says, noting that his savings from the turbine amount to a few hundred dollars a year.

Bergey WindPower, maker of the 10-kilowatt BWC Excel 10 turbine ($31,770), recommends that a property have at least a 10 mph average wind speed, coupled with high electricity prices of 10 cents per kilowatt-hour or more. Also consider the neighbors: The system’s turbine is typically installed on an 80-to-100-foot tower, and so-called “viewshed” objections

Residential wind power is in its infancy in the U.S. have taken down many projects (including Cape Wind, in Massachusetts).

With annual maintenance, the DOE reports that small wind turbines should last about 20 years, the same basic lifespan as solar panels. The federal production tax credit for wind is available this year, but won’t be available afterwards. Some states offer incentives. A useful small wind guidebook can be found at WindExchange.

Energy.gov/small-wind-guidebook.

Geothermal: Available Anywhere

Some common misconceptions about home geothermal are that consumers need to live in one of the planet’s “hot spots” (think Iceland, California or Utah). But the truth is the Earth’s temperature just below the surface almost anywhere is a constant 45 to 75 degrees Fahrenheit, and the Northeast and Midwest have the highest geothermal adoption rates.

Geothermal doesn’t necessarily require a large piece of property. Local geology will be a factor in siting and sizing the system.

Geothermal systems use underground pipes filled with refrigerant that absorbs warmth from the ground through a heat exchanger. In summer, that same underground temperature can be tapped to cool

a home, combining heating and air conditioning in one system.

While it necessitates a relatively high upfront cost, low operating costs mean the systems can pay for themselves in less than 10 years. Most include a ground-source heat pump with a 50-year warranty. For a 2,500-square-foot home, an average offthe-electrical-grid system will cost $20,000 to $25,000 to install. Bill Martin, in Quincy, California, runs an efficient three-ton geothermal system installed in 2014. “It’s been a very good experience,” he says. “I’m ecstatically happy.”

The same 30 percent federal tax credit that applies to solar also applies to geothermal for systems installed by 2020. States also provide incentives. A detailed guide on availability is available at Tinyurl.com/ GeothermalHeatPumpListing.

Special Considerations

Buildings, especially older structures, are usually sieves in terms of energy loss, so before investing in a system, check to see if the local utility provides free energy audits.

Even if it’s not free, it’s worth finding out if the home needs new windows or strategically applied insulation.

There are scammers in every field, and alternative energy is no exception. Ask providers for references to previous customers and check for online cautions from the Better Business Bureau, Yelp and others.

Alternative energy in any form can save money and precious resources. Explore the options thoroughly and choose wisely before pulling the plug.

Jim Motavalli, of Fairfield, CT, is an author, freelance journalist and speaker, specializing in alternative energy, clean automotive and other environmental topics. Connect at JimMotavalli.com.

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roperties with moving water have a fourth sustainable power source available to them: hydroelectric.

If opting to harness the energy in a nearby flowing stream or river, 10-kilowatt microhydropower systems can power even large homes. They combine piping from the water source to a turbine, pump or waterwheel with an alternator or generator, regulator and wiring.

According to Home Power magazine, a fully installed hydro system for the average use of a modern household might cost $20,000 to $100,000.

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Personal and Planetary Health

F Ten years after the groundbreaking documentary Planet Earth, an eight-part sequel, Our Planet, shows even more rapturous scenes of our planet’s most precious species and fragile habitats. Premiering globally April 5 on Netflix, it was filmed during four years in 50 countries across every continent, involving more than 600 film crew members and 3,500 days spent in such habitats as the remote Arctic wilderness, the vast landscapes of Africa and the diverse jungles of South America.

The series, narrated by worldrenowned naturalist Sir David Attenborough, is a joint venture of Netflix, the World Wildlife Federation and Silverback Films, whose director Alastair Fothergill was the creator of the critically acclaimed original Planet Earth and Blue Planet series.

“Our Planet will take viewers on a spectacular journey of discovery showcasing the beauty and fragility of our natural world,” says Attenborough. “Today, we have become the greatest threat to the health of our home, but there’s still time for us to address the challenges we’ve created, if we act now. We need the world to pay attention.”

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ood revolutionary Ocean Robbins has dedicated his life to inspiring others to rethink their food choices to transform both personal and planetary health. It’s a path forged in part by his father, John Robbins, who walked away from the family ice cream company, BaskinRobbins, to become an acclaimed health advocate and author.

Together, father and son founded the 500,000-plus-member Food Revolution Network, an online education and advocacy platform that works for healthy, sustainable, humane and delicious food for all. Ocean launched Youth for Environmental Sanity (YES!) at age 16, and directed the organization for 20 years.

Ocean’s new book, 31-Day Food Revolution: Heal Your Body, Feel Great, and Transform Your World, aims to help individuals revamp their diets, and in turn, themselves and their communities.

It distills his lifetime of knowledge and wisdom on food, health and activism into an accessible how-to guide. Learn more at 31DayFoodRevolution.com.

What connections do you see between personal and planetary health?

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choices that are best for us personally also happen to be best for the planet. Eating a plant-based diet, organically grown when possible, is not only linked to the best statistical outcomes for long-term health and well-being, it also helps ensure healthy topsoil, water and a stable climate for future generations.

In what ways have you seen members of the Food Revolution Network transform their communities?

We hear incredible stories from members all over the world who are seeing radical changes in their health—reversing heart disease, losing weight, gaining energy and mental clarity. And we also hear inspiring stories of people turning food deserts into wonderful oases of healthy living; for example, Ron Finley, in South Central Los Angeles, who is known for saying that drive-throughs kill more people than driveby shootings in his neighborhood.

He planted vegetables for the community in the curbside dirt strip in front of his home—and got cited by the city for it. He ended up getting the laws changed, and has since started The Ron Finley Project to create an urban community food hub where the community can come together to plant, learn and nourish themselves.

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In many situations in life, we have to compromise—but when it comes to food, the choices that are best for us personally also happen to be best for the planet. ~Ocean Robbins

What are some ways busy people can connect with like-minded individuals to support healthy lifestyle and diet changes?

Start by finding out if you have loved ones who do share your food values, and nurture those relationships. Lean into those healthy relationships; you might be surprised how many people around you are also quietly trying to achieve similar goals.

You can also ask friends and family to be a food ally; even if they are not a full participant in your health regimen, they might be a fan or friend. That can mean preparing particular foods if you come for dinner or simply checking in on how you are doing with your goals and commitments.

You can widen your circle of healthy eating through meal swaps or other shared meal programs. It’s always easier to cook in larger quantities, and there is the added benefit of greater social connection with shared meals.

If you are looking for new friends and allies, it helps to connect to organizations that are already promoting healthy food hubs. There are many listed in the back of 31-Day Food Revolution.

So many people struggle with loneliness, and some are afraid they will feel even more isolated if they step out into a healthy eating regimen. On the contrary, you can become a magnet for people who care about their world and aren’t content with the status quo. These friendships can often become deeper and more valued than ever.

What has been one of the biggest challenges you’ve faced in living a lifestyle against the societal grain, and how have you overcome it?

Impatience. I grew up eating all-natural food; my parents almost named me Kale, and I ate a lot of it growing up. At a certain point, I saw that I had become judgmental and dogmatic when encountering people whose choices did not align with my own, though as Martin Luther King Jr. said, we have no moral authority with those who can feel our underlying contempt. I have since developed a profound respect for each individual’s unique values, needs, experiences and priorities.

I advocate for people’s right to make their own choices about what they need. My goal is to help facilitate people’s choices, and to do so with compassion.

Connect with freelance writer April Thompson, of Washington, D.C., at AprilWrites.com.

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THE ART OF HEALING Creative Therapy Aids Recovery

by Marlaina Donato

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or decades, creative expression has been a valuable tool in healing, and expressive arts therapy—the integrated application of two or more art forms—is now considered a life-changing modality for veterans and anyone else struggling with anxiety or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

Also called creative arts therapy, this form of psychotherapy helps patients to process and express what is often beyond verbal language using music, art, dance, theater and writing as its primary modes of communication. “Individuals need no previous arts experience in order to benefit

from working with a certified creative arts therapist,” explains Azizi Marshall, founder and CEO of the Center for Creative Arts Therapy, in Downers Grove, Illinois.

The National Intrepid Center of Excellence—an outpatient clinic specializing in traumatic brain injuries at the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, in Bethesda, Maryland—ranks creative arts therapy among the top five most effective approaches in helping veterans.

A study of combat veterans and creative arts therapy conducted at Concordia University, in Montreal, reported considerable

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progress, especially in areas of expressing emotions resulting from trauma and gaining understanding of symptoms such as depression, thoughts of suicide and insomnia.

Psychotherapist Cathy Malchiodi, Ph.D., has authored several books, including The Art Therapy Sourcebook, and uses expressive arts therapy in her Louisville practice. “I’ve worked with soldiers for the past 10 years, and find that much of their healing comes about through telling their stories on stage or participating as an actor within a play or improvisation.” Malchiodi also incorporates mindfulness practices, visual arts, music and some simple forms of yoga in her sessions.

Creative Arts Therapy for Multiple Diagnoses

Expressive arts therapy is also making a positive impact on those suffering from panic attacks, obsessive-compulsive disorder, addictions, eating and attention disorders, dementia and chronic physical illness.

“Creative arts therapy can be used across life challenges; for example, dance or movement therapy has supported women with breast cancer and eating disorders,” says Marshall, who has also witnessed the power of drama therapy to help reduce feelings of fear in clients diagnosed with anxiety and PTSD.

A 2015 study at Butler University, in Indianapolis published in the Journal of Speech Pathology & Therapy shows the significant effects of theater arts on individuals with autism spectrum disorder. “Creative

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arts therapy can be successful in supporting children with autism, especially ways to practice social skills,” says Marshall. “The drama therapist uses role play, improv and games in order to facilitate interpersonal communication.”

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The multitasking neurotransmitter dopamine is one of the brain’s natural antidepressants and plays a key role in feeling pleasure and reinforcing habits. It reaches its highest levels during the initial stages of love, observing something of beauty or creating art.

A recent Drexel University study published in The Arts in Psychotherapy shows the neurological effects of drawing, coloring and simple doodling. Increased circulation in the area of the brain correlating to pleasure and reward was evident, and this dopamine-dominant response is responsible for decreasing symptoms of anxiety and increasing feelings of joy and accomplishment.

Psychotherapist Doreen Meister, in Oakland, California, encourages her clients to focus on the process of creating, rather than the result. “Expressive therapies are an extension of the selfdiscovery continuum. I often hear, ‘I draw like a 2-year-old.’ To this I say, ‘Great! Draw like a 2-year-old!’ I believe that somewhere, many of us are told that creative expression must be a certain way.

Creativity is a natural state, a human quality that we are born with, and the product of creation is not as important as the process.”

Creativity from a clinical perspective allows for new emotional vantage points, distance from situations and viewing experiences through a different lens. “Bringing in creativity offers a wider palette of tools or access points, and gives us another way to understand ourselves,” says Meister. “Creativity as a life force is accessible to all of us.”

Marlaina Donato is an author and composer. Connect at AutumnEmbersMusic.com.

HELPFUL RESOURCES

Organizations

American Art Therapy Association, ArtTherapy.org International Expressive Arts Therapy Association, ieata.org American Dance Therapy Association, adta.org North American Drama Therapy Association, nadta.org American Music Therapy Association, MusicTherapy.org

Books

Arts with the Brain in Mind, by Eric Jensen (Tinyurl.com/ ArtsWithTheBrainInMind-Amazon) Writing to Heal: A Guided Journal for Recovering from Trauma and Emotional Upheaval, by James W. Pennebaker (Tinyurl.com/WritingToHeal-Amazon)

Online

51 Art Therapy ideas to decrease stress: CorinneMelanie.com/ reduce-stress-art-therapy National Organization for Arts in Health: Tinyurl.com/ Arts-HealthAndWell-Being For anxious kids: Tinyurl.com/FamilyTherapyBasics

SACRED SPACE Bringing Bliss to Every Room

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acred space is most often associated with places of worship, but it can be any place that connects us to meaning or joy.

In the blur of daily living, nooks of inspiration and beauty provide spiritual sustenance, remind us of our dreams or celebrate lovely memories. Having “bliss corners” in the home or workplace is a wonderful way to stay connected to the positive.

Most parents or grandparents can confess to having a bliss corner on the refrigerator door where drawings and accomplishments of young family members are proudly displayed. Having a place of inspiration in any room doesn’t have to take up much space and can easily add to the décor. It can be as simple as a wedding veil hanging on a bedroom wall or a bowl of shells, sea glass or sand from a beach vacation in the bathroom. It can be sentimental with dried flowers from a momentous occasion or a small table dedicated to loved ones with framed photos or letters and a piece of cloth that holds special memories.

Corners of bliss fulfill their purpose best in places where they can remind us to follow our heart’s “true north” or help us to foster inner peace during busy days. Such places are office desks and bedroom nightstands near an alarm clock. The kitchen is an ideal room in the house for sacred space; designating a corner to light a candle during meal prep; filling an old teapot with fresh flowers every week; and displaying the photo of someone who once nourished us are all beautiful ways to bring more meaning into our relationship with food.

Cultivating bliss can be a form of active meditation, simple rituals that can include prayer or other forms of mindfulness. On more practical levels, it can be an opportunity to bond with loved ones. Creating a bliss corner can be a creative and fun activity for teens to express a passion, whether it be a hobby, sport or favorite singer. Many of us have boxes of mementos or nostalgic things from childhood taking up space in a closet. Making a bliss corner is the perfect way to remind us why we kept them in the first place.

Maya Whitman writes about natural health and living a more beautiful life. Connect at Ekstasis28@gmail.com.

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THE WEIGHT OF WATER

by Michael Cheikin

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ater is a vast topic. Consider that our bodies are 65 percent water, and water covers 70 percent of our planet’s surface, while comprising only 0.05 percent (1/2000th) of its mass. This unique substance enables the processes of life on Earth, and measuring and understanding the waters within our body is an important tool in our quest for optimal health.

Compartments and Types of Water

We keep cash in our wallets, in savings accounts and in retirement funds. Even though it’s all money, it has different roles.

Some we can access readily, some require a few steps and some funds are stashed away for the gravest of emergencies. Likewise, the water in our bodies is not all the same.

In fact, the MRI works because the water in each type of cell is slightly different.

Water is a universal solvent, able to carry many substances within its liquid state. Much of the biological world can be divided into things that are either watersoluble or water-insoluble (i.e., fat, plastic and rubber).

The cell, the basic unit of life, can be depicted as a sphere of water contained by a fatty bag. Within that fatty membrane sit hormone receptors, signaling molecules, transport proteins, pores and other structures that enable the cell to exchange

substances and information with the rest of the world. In dehydration, the cell shrinks, causing a closing of pores and crowding of molecules that impair several functions, including excretion and detoxification. This is why sufficient water is necessary for any detoxification, and why insufficient water leads to toxicity.

Immediately surrounding the cell is extracellular fluid. Nutrient and waste molecules pass through this fluid on its way to and from the circulatory system. The circulatory system consists primarily of arteries, veins and lymphatics. The arterial system ends in capillaries that bring nutrients in proximity to every living cell of our bodies.

The venous and lymphatic systems return wastes and fluids for detoxification, disassembly and excretion.

The body adds special fluids to our digestive system, starting with saliva and including pancreatic juices, bile and other secretions, accounting for up to 25 percent of the volume of our gut.

The brain has two large collections of water within its very center, called the ventricles. Their purpose is unclear.

Bad Water

Inflammation is a process by which the body recognizes and disassembles invaders, followed by repair. This occurs in the joints, skin, gut, brain and liver—wherever an intervention is required. Inflammation

is necessary to repair a broken bone, a skin wound, a torn muscle or an infected liver.

The optimal outcome is a return to baseline or even better. Exercise of the body or mind causes it to grow stronger by the process of inflammation.

Inflammation involves cells and materials needed for defense and repair.

Water is necessary to carry the materials to and from the problem area. Excessive extracellular fluid, commonly experienced as swelling, edema, stiffness or puffiness, causes a barrier to proper flow. Symptoms of such inflammation can appear as weight gain, weight loss resistance, bloating, nighttime urination and swelling of the face or other locations based on use or gravity.

Modern theories of disease and aging include chronic inflammation as an important, often dominant, factor.

Measuring Water

In general, water weight will go up with inflammation. Problematic foods, either singly or in combination, can cause a gain in water weight immediately.

To measure water in the body, we can weigh ourselves on a daily basis, at the same time and under the same conditions, using a scale that measures in increments of 0.2 pounds. Since a gallon of water weighs 8.5 pounds, 0.2 pounds of weight represents three ounces of water. Most of us can fluctuate by one to two pounds (a full quart of water), and some of us up to 10 pounds, in one day. This weight cannot be muscle or fat, since we can’t grow or burn these quantities that quickly.

Important to note is that water accumulation can also occur over several days, making it challenging to identify problematic foods or combinations. A knowledgeable practitioner can help identify the significance of water weight fluctuations.

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Trek for a Healthier Brain

Into the Woods

Hiking for Health and Happiness

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any of us Walking and hiking Individuals in the study equate fitness that walked six hours a balance the body with going week lowered their risk through natural move- of dying from cancer to the gym, but a good ment, oxygenation hike in a natural environand cardiovascular and ment can foster unique respiratory disease. It of the cells and the benefits for both body also shows that just two use of our muscles and psyche. as they were designed hours of walking per

Hiking or walking week could significantly to be used. outdoors not only proimprove health. motes heart health, help“Walking and hik~Dami Roelse ing to balance both blood ing balance the body sugar and blood pressure, it increases hip through natural movement, oxygenation bone density to help reduce fractures, of the cells and the use of our muscles according to research on postmenopausal as they were designed to be used,” says women from the ongoing Nurses’ Health Dami Roelse, of Ashland, Oregon, author Study. Navigating uneven terrain also of Walking Gone Wild: How to Lose Your necessitates lateral movement, which can Age on the Trail. “Walking is in our genes; strengthen core muscles and improve balDNA molecules need to be stimulated ance more significantly than working out regularly to express themselves, and walkon a treadmill or cycling. ing does just that. It also improves mood and cognition.”

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The beauty of hiking is that it offers Any kind of walking can be a great boon a tailored experience according to ability to health. Recent research by the Ameriand personal interests. Day hikes, whether can Cancer Society involving 140,000 in the countryside or in urban botanical older adults correlates a lower mortality gardens or parks, are uplifting and ideal for rate with even short intervals of walking. any fitness level.

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Exercise stimulates feel-good neurotransmitters like dopamine and serotonin, but getting a workout in a natural setting fortifies the whole nervous system. A 2015 study published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Science led by tanford University researchers shows that walking in nature for 90 minutes decreases activity in the subgenual prefrontal cortex, the region of the brain most affected by depression. In contrast, individuals that walked in an urban environment did not reap the same results. Another 2015 study published in the Journal of Environmental Psychology shows that nature walks improve memory and decrease anxiety in teens.

The Japanese philosophy of shinrinyoku, or “forest bathing”, woven into Japanese Shinto and Buddhist traditions, has become an important part of sciencebased health care in Japan. A significant 2009 study by Japanese researchers published in Environmental Health and Preventive Medicine shows that just 20 minutes of walking in the woods decreases stress hormones. Forest bathing has also been shown to speed postoperative healing, improve concentration in children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder and fortify immunity with an increased number of NK, or natural killer cells.

Naturalist Melanie Choukas-Bradley, in Washington, D.C., knows about Mother Nature’s therapeutic gifts firsthand. “I participated in some of the health research both in the field and the lab during a forest bathing trip to Japan,” says the author of The Joy of Forest Bathing: Reconnect with Wild Places & Rejuvenate Your Life. “My vital signs were checked before and after shinrin-yoku walks, and in the lab my brainwaves were measured while viewing

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Longer or overnight treks with a backpack of supplies offer healthy challenges and opportunities for total immersion in nature. Bringing the kids on a hike offers family fitness time and a healthy way to unplug from technology and sneak in a fun learning experience about local flora and fauna.

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Hitting the trails can also help us see life from another perspective. “Forests are living, breathing organisms. Mountains transcend my humanness,” muses Roelse. “It’s both a humbling and uplifting experience.”

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All kids like creating special places, going on adventures, befriending animals, following maps and paths, and so on. ~David Sobel

LOVING NATURE Outdoor Adventures for Kids etting kids off the couch and into the great outdoors can be a challenge when they tend to be better acquainted with the popular Angry Birds video game characters than with the real warbling ones. Unfortunately, studies show that digital devices, parental work overload and media-stoked fears of the outside world are currently making our kids nature-deprived.

Yet, they have an instinctive love of the outdoors, experts agree. “When given free access to nature, children’s play follows the same patterns all around the world,” says prominent environmental educator David Sobel, author of Wild Play: Parenting Adventures in the Great Outdoors. “All kids like creating special places, going on adventures, befriending animals, following maps and paths, and so on.”

The more we encourage them, the more likely they’ll discover the thrills of the natural world—and numerous studies show that they’ll then be calmer and less stressed, better able to concentrate and less likely to be obese. Kids also are more “responsive and 28

connected” when they are talking outdoors with adults than talking indoors, according to a recent study published in the Journal of Environmental Psychology.

Here are some simple ideas to get started:

Build fairy houses. In a park, forest or backyard, ask the child to find a quiet spot,

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Befriend a bug. Help them look for

bugs and crawling things in the dirt and on leaves, then ask them to draw them. Back home or at the library, kids can search in guidebooks or online to learn the critters’ names and traits.

Engage in real-life tweets. Show them how to listen carefully for bird songs and count how many different ones they hear. See if they can imitate the tweets or find words that describe them. Check out a bird-song beginner’s guide at Audubon. org/news/a-beginners-guide-common-birdsounds-and-what-they-mean.

Create mud art. “Make a batch of mud

and use it to create sculptures, paint a masterpiece or just use it to jump in and get messy with,” suggests MaryEllen Mateleska, director of education and conservation at the Mystic Aquarium, in Connecticut.

Make dolls and critters. Kids can

use hibiscus or hollyhock flowers and toothpicks to make dolls with flowing skirts. Or they can collect leaves of different shapes and sizes and glue them

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like the base of a tree or under a bush, and build a tiny house using only their imagination and natural materials such as sticks, bark, grass, pebbles, feathers and pinecones. “The fun is ageless and connects you to nature in magical and memorable ways,” says Tracy Kane of Maine, whose website, FairyHouses.com, offers ideas and books. all about people/Shutterstock.com

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together to create leafy creatures. “You can take it an extra step by inventing a story and creating a one-of-a-kind storybook,” says Mateleska.

Grow a garden. Using a kid-sized plot of land— it can even be a big pot of dirt—give them a trowel, a watering can and easy-to-grow seeds such as radishes and carrots. Not only will they get exercise, a Texas A&M University study shows gardening makes kids more likely to choose veggies for snacks.

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Invent a cozy hideaway. Under the

limbs of a big tree, old blankets and pillows can be used by a child to build a “secret” hiding place, stocked with lemonade, apples and fun books.

Incorporate digital delights. Rather than competing with digital devices, integrate them into the nature experience.

“A phone app like iNaturalist lets kids take a picture and will identify the creature or plant for them,” says science teacher Jemma Smith, of The Education Hotel, a UK-based tutoring service. “Or have them take three artistic pictures of nature.”

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open the door into the back yard and let the kids “go at it,” as does writer Attiyya Atkins, a mother of four in Pompano Beach, Florida. “Mostly it’s self-play, but I come out sometimes and teach them about nature, or we do art projects with leaves, rocks or dirt. It’s always naturally fun, and they’re pretty tired afterwards!”

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A Call to Climate Change Action R

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educe, Reuse, Recycle: a mantra repeated in efforts to save our planet that is slowly being destroyed by humankind. As societies have industrialized and technology has progressed, our Earth has become more and more polluted. With rapid population growth and increased consumption, nature has been suffering—deforestation, overfishing, species extinction, global warming, pollution—the list goes on. These unintended consequences threaten the livelihood of “tomorrow’s generation”; recent reports released by the United Nations warn that we have only about a decade until the damage to the climate is irreversible.

At the current rate of consumption, resources will soon become scarce. Scarcity is a driving force in conflict, and I fear how individuals and countries will cope with the deterioration of the environment and lack of natural resources. Will society crumble?

Will the globe be ravaged by war? Will the human race survive?

Will the Earth? There are no definitive answers to these questions, only increasingly dire predictions. I fear that human compassion and rationality could be lost in the chaos of large-scale conflicts arising in efforts to secure vital resources. I fear that priorities like peace, education, equality and innovation will fall by the wayside in the struggle for survival. Yet, these predictions do not have to come to fruition. We still have time to make a change.

As a teen in suburban New Jersey, it can be easy at times to feel removed from this environmental plight. I flick a switch and lights come on. I turn a knob and water comes out. I adjust a thermostat and warm air circulates. At first glance, nothing about this

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Is the electricity that turns the lights on sourced from hydropower or from coal? Is the water I’m using sourced locally or is it depleting a water table hundreds of miles away? How much pollution is the furnace creating? Every action has a consequence, and it is only through being mindful that we can fully understand the implications of our everyday lives Hannah Adamson on the environment. While, at the moment, we may not be breathing in toxic air or struggling to find clean water, we are continuing to deteriorate the environment around us. Many teens around the world are already struggling with these problems. It is up to us to call attention to these important issues in an effort to stop the damage. As teenagers, we are “tomorrow’s generation” of adults—the decline of the environment is not a future worry; it is a present problem.

As individuals, many of us make environmentally conscious decisions every day, but working at the individual level is not enough. Major actions need to be taken by governments and large organizations to preserve the environment and natural resources that are left. So, sign that petition, join that local environmental group, do what you can to help support those in power that are fighting to make a positive global impact. Large-scale positive change can come only from collaboration. One person’s “reduce, reuse, recycle” is no longer enough.

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aintaining a grassy yard or ornamental shrubs can be time consuming and less than ecofriendly. That’s why conservation-minded gardeners are turning to lush, native landscaping as an aesthetically pleasing alternative to spartan, water-free xeriscaping.

Native plants not only save water, they enhance local ecosystems by providing food and shelter for birds, bees, butterflies and wildlife. “Indigenous plants build healthy soil and retain and replenish ground water,” says Michael Fleischacker, chair of landscape architecture and environmental sciences at Delaware Valley University, in Doylestown, Pennsylvania.

Accustomed to the climate and nutrients in their habitat, they don’t need the extra fertilizer required by exotic transplants. Natives are also better equipped to fend off harmful insects, reducing the need for pesticides.

“When pests did show up, I used insecticidal soap and neem oil. Both are great ecofriendly remedies,” says Kimberly Button, an Orlando-based freelance journalist and author of The Everything Guide to a Healthy Home: All You Need to Protect Yourself and Your Family from Hidden Household Dangers.

A genuine indigenous plant in the U.S. predates European settlement. These natives grew in the wildlands of the regions where they evolved and adapted over hundreds or thousands of years.

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However, what’s wild isn’t necessarily native. These days, the woods and forests are rife with alien species that escaped from non-native gardens or were planted to perform some specific purpose that went awry.

Kudzu, for instance, was imported from Asia and installed along roadways to prevent soil erosion. The perennial vine, which can grow up to a foot per day, has become the plague of the South, rooting out native plants and toppling trees under the sheer weight of its smothering foliage.

In 2013, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency issued a report summarizing numerous studies that concluded that non-native plants disrupt the food web and present a growing problem for “organisms that depend on native plants for food, shelter and places to rear their young.”

Natives vs. Nativars

While the harm caused by many invasive plants that evolved in a foreign habitat is well-documented and profound, the ecological impact of plant variations derived from native species—known as cultivars or nativars—is sometimes more subtle.

Cultivars have been developed to highlight specific traits, like larger blooms or longer bloom times. They may be bred for a stronger scent, or have the scent bred out of them in pursuit of another trait, making them less enticing to pollinators and wildlife.

Native varieties have longer growing seasons, a decades-long lifespan and tight plant groupings to prevent weed growth. ~Michael Fleischacker

One drawback to cultivars is what those “improved” traits can affect. “The native serviceberry (Amelanchier) has small, bright red berries birds love to eat,” Fleischacker says. “Because they add color to a winter yard or are used for wreaths and décor, cultivars were bred to produce larger berries. Birds choke on the bigger berry, unable to swallow them.”

A current, multi-year research project at the Mt. Cuba Center’s native botanical gardens in Hockessin, Delaware, is seeking to determine whether certain cultivars are as attractive to insects as their native counterparts.

What’s certain, say the experts: A gardener can’t go wrong with indigenous plants. “Native varieties have longer growing seasons, a decades-long lifespan and tight plant groupings to prevent weed growth,” Fleischacker says. Despite the perception by some that natives are boring, they can be showier than their cultivar cousins and also thrive in their region’s unique conditions.

“I keep my yard as natural as possible to co-exist with my neighbor, the Hiawatha National Forest, and its small animals and birds,” says Monica Cady, co-founder of the Herbal Lodge and a member of the Sault Ste. Marie Chippewa tribe in Hessel, Michigan.

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Transitioning to native landscaping isn’t as daunting as it might seem. Small changes can make a difference, and local plant nurseries can assist. Some may have a staff horticulturalist to help distinguish the natives from the nativars and to steer gardeners clear of invasive, water-guzzling, nutrient-needy non-natives that will spread quickly and overwhelm the landscape.

Going native isn’t an all-or-nothing proposition, says Fleischacker. “Consult a local nursery or landscaper about adding natives to the mix. There are plants that love shade or sun, dry areas or damp.”

When planning, look past what’s trendy. “The ecosystem is set up to protect and promote beneficial insects and pollinators,” says Button. What was old can be new again.

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mericans are eating alone more than ever, with adults going solo for nearly half of all meals, according to consumer research consultants at the Hartman Group. Yet, fellowship-minded foodies are bucking the trend by finding new and unique ways to bring strangers, colleagues and friends together for healthy, home-cooked meals.

Meal sharing not only builds community and camaraderie; it can also save time and money and minimize food waste.

Eating with others can also encourage mindful consumption, a boon to physical and mental health. A number of emerging ideas and platforms from around the block to across the globe are helping singles and families young and old connect over food.

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doesn’t like dinner parties or potlucks?” says Jared Gold, co-founder of MealTribes, in Washington, D.C.

Within two years, MealTribes has grown to more than 200 members that can host or join potlucks via a private Facebook group open to area residents in their 20s and 30s. To encourage participants to be fully present, the group encourages guests to leave their phones in their bags.

Instead of strict food do’s and don’ts, MealTribes encourages attendees to bring a contribution that makes them proud. However, guests are discouraged from bringing alcohol in lieu of a food dish to avoid it becoming the focus of the table.

“Lasting friendships and business opportunities have come from our potlucks,” says Gold. “Even skeptics have come away from events feeling like they got the best-case scenario; nice people, homey environment, with good food and conversation.”

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“Airbnb of meals” after seeking out a home-cooked dinner while backpacking in Cambodia. He was invited to a farm feast in the countryside, connecting with local hosts over great conversation and delicious food. “I returned home wanting to find a way to use technology to recreate that serendipitous moment,” says Savsani.

Today, the platform uses technology to connect curious diners with affordable, home-cooked meals in 150 countries. “The concept is open; we encourage hosts to make whatever they believe in,” says Savsani. “That can be a top chef serving nine-course meals or a simple spaghetti someone offers for a few bucks or even free.”

Savsani says the meal becomes secondary to the deeper social interactions that can manifest through these gatherings. “We even got an inquiry from a local fire department interested in hosting meals to get to know people in the community better.”

Organically Grown Gatherings Lilia Fuquen, who directs the Food and Community project in Virginia, participates in several gatherings intended to nurture community through food. Fuquen’s project aims to bring people across the state together to document, celebrate and share traditional, contemporary and emerging foodways, initiating a deeper conversation about and the connections between food, place, culture and community.

Last fall, the project convened more than 200 people around a feast celebrating indigenous foods, people and foodways in Virginia. The meal was prepared from locally farmed and foraged ingredients representative of the diverse native culinary traditions of the region, including greens,

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Even skeptics have come away from events feeling like they got the best-case scenario: nice people, homey environment, with good food and conversation.

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Saturday June, 22 • 10am - 6pm Sunday June, 23 • 10am - 5pm We even got an inquiry from a local fire department interested in hosting meals to get to know people in the community better. ~Jay Savsani, co-founder of Meal Sharing

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On a more grassroots level, an intergenerational family potluck dinner “helps create community and a sense of family among people who often live far from blood relatives,” says Fuquen, who lives on a small farm outside Charlottesville, Virginia.

The workplace can also be a great place to break bread together, says Fuquen.

Her office enjoys hosting the Souper Club, where co-workers each bring a key element like salad fixings, a loaf of bread or a pot of soup to enjoy together—away from their desks.

Rebecca Shaloff, a fundraising consultant in Washington, D.C., has participated in work lunch swaps, which she says promote camaraderie, new food discoveries and healthy eating. She also takes part in a closely knit monthly supper club of four young families in her neighborhood.

“We all value each other’s friendship and company, but there’s something about coming together for dinner that makes us feel more like family than friends,” Shaloff says.

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Meanwhile, in large saucepot, cook pasta as label directs. Soak skewers in water 20 mins. In small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, vinegar & remaining 1 tsp. cilantro & 1⁄2 tsp. sesame oil. Spray large nonstick skillet with nonstick cooking spray, & heat over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms & carrots & cook 4 minutes, stirring constantly.

Drain pasta & return to saucepot. Add soy sauce mixture, vegetable mixture & green onions; toss to combine. Cover & keep warm. Prepare outdoor grill for direct grilling over medium heat. Remove shrimp from marinade; discard marinade. Skewer shrimp, 4 shrimp per skewer. Grill shrimp skewers 4 to 5 mins per side or until opaque throughout & internal temperature reaches 145°.

Divide shrimp & noodle mixture over 4 serving plates; drizzle shrimp with reserved marinade.

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BRINGING UP KITTY Get Off on the Right Paw

by Karen Shaw Becker

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here’s nothing as endearing as a bigeyed kitten hopping sideways across the floor or curled into a small ball of fluff on our lap. Getting a new kitten started off on the right foot will ensure they grow up to be a healthy and happy companion.

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Prepare a sanctuary for the family’s new kitten.

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When bringing a new kitten (or adult cat) into their new home, it’s best to separate the new addition in a little bed-andbreakfast-like setup of their own for at least a week. Put their litter box, bedding, food and toys in their space and keep noise, confusion and foot traffic to a minimum.

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Provide warm, snuggly sleeping quarters.

Felines, especially tiny ones, like their environment warmer than what humans generally prefer. Look for bedding that hasn’t been treated with flame-retardant chemicals such as PBDE; Swedish scientists have linked the chemical, commonly found in foam, to hyperthyroidism in cats. The best choice is wool, which is naturally flame resistant.

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Consider crate training.

Most cats fight being put into a carrier because it only happens when someone’s about to take them to a place they don’t want to go to. That’s why it’s a good idea to set up a carrier for a kitten on their first day

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home. Entice them to enter on their own using food treats, toys and comfy bedding.

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Go slow with family introductions.

Introduce other members of the household to the new kitty one at a time. Ideally, introductions occur in a neutral location, like the living room, when the kitten ventures out to investigate.

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Offer this tiny carnivore the nutrition they were born to eat.

To provide the very best start in life, feed the little one either a homemade or commercially available, nutritionally balanced, fresh food diet (preferably raw) designed for cats at all stages of life.

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Help the kitten learn to love their personal litter box.

Most kittens can use a litter box at about four weeks. Just make sure its walls are low enough that they can hop in and out on their own. If a kitten or cat is avoiding the box, there’s likely a reason: location, type of litter or failure to clean it often enough.

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Provide appropriate climbing and scratching surfaces.

Climbing and scratching are natural feline behaviors. Try burlap, cardboard and

carpeted scratching surfaces, placed vertically and horizontally to meet all preferences. Keep the scratchers in areas where the kitten hangs out.

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Train kitty to use the scratching post.

Initially, it might help to apply catnip or attach a feather toy to make the scratching area especially appealing. Discourage any feline from scratching on inappropriate surfaces by attaching double-sided tape or inflated balloons to rugs or furniture that are off limits.

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Offer toys that bring out the feline hunter.

Think like a cat and buy or create toys that draw out their hunting instincts. A piece of string wrapped around the end of a stick dragged on the ground will bring out the stalker in almost any cat. So will ping-pong balls or small wads of paper flicked across the floor.

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Indulge most kittens’ love of boxes.

When cats in the wild feel threatened, they head for trees, dens or caves for safety.

Domestic kitties don’t have that option, so their obsession with hiding in boxes may be an adaptation. Providing “hidey holes” may also help a kitten acclimate faster to their new home and family.

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Provide easy, safe access to the outdoors.

Indoor cats need time outside. Consider building or buying a safe, secure, outdoor enclosure (catio) for them to hang out in when the weather is nice.

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Consider adopting two kittens at the same time.

One of the best ways to avoid many common behavioral problems is to adopt a pair of kittens. Because they crave stimulation and interaction, adopting two provides instant playmates to occupy each other’s time.

Karen Becker is a proactive, integrative doctor of veterinary medicine who consults internationally and writes for Mercola Healthy Pets (HealthyPets.Mercola.com).

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Clearing the Air(way) Homeopathic Treatment of Feline Asthma

Asthmatic attacks can be triggered by various allergens, including: n In the home—cleaning chemicals, air fresheners, smoking, stress n In the environment—pollen, air pollution, mold, pesticides n In foods—individual cats can have sensitivity reactions to various foods, often proteins

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eline asthma, like many chronic diseases that plague both humans and our companion animals, is a disease of inflammation. In the initial stages, inflammatory and allergic responses in the respiratory system cause the production of mucus in the airways and swelling of the walls of the bronchi. As this reaction progresses over time, the walls of the airway spasm and constrict, leading to difficulty in breathing, and eventually to chronic structural and infiltrative changes in the airways.

Conventional treatment for feline asthma is aimed at decreasing inflammation and allergic responses through the use of steroids and other anti-inflammatory medications, and the administration of airway dilators. These drugs can be delivered through an inhaler or can be given orally or by injection.

Side effects from this therapy can range from immunosuppression and increased susceptibility to infections, to increased appetite and weight gain and alterations in the body’s natural regulation of cortisol production.

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reducing or eliminating the need for other medications and their unwanted effects.

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Typical signs and symptoms of feline asthma can include:

n Coughing and wheezing, usually in a crouched position with the neck extended n Open-mouthed breathing, possibly with the tongue sticking out n Increased respiratory rate and effort n Vomiting after a coughing spell n Lethargy, especially for younger cats, showing no interest in playing or eating

If a cat is coughing consistently, or has breathing difficulties, it’s time to seek medical attention. An examination will include a complete health history of the cat and most likely a blood tests to rule out pneumonia, bronchitis or other causes of coughing or respiratory abnormalities. X-rays are also helpful in positively identifying feline asthma. The lungs may appear enlarged from trapped air and there may be characteristic signs, such as hyperlucency (increased brightness) and cuffing around the bronchi.

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It is crucial to eliminate potential allergens in a cat’s environment by eliminating exposure to smokers, using dust-free litter, choosing spray-free parasite control methods on the cat and in the home, and minimizing contact with the big triggers listed above. Air filtration systems can be very helpful.

Using classical homeopathy to treat kitties with asthma recognizes that each cat is an individual, and while there are often commonalities in the symptom picture, there are also unique characteristics.

Some cats with asthma cough after eating or while exercising, while others start wheezing after hearing loud noises that are frightening. Many cats prefer to seek the company of their humans when they are coughing, but others will hide under furniture until they feel better. A known cause of disease initiation can be important.

Some cats, for example, begin showing symptoms for the first time following vaccine administration.

A typical homeopathic intake examination and history will last 60 to 90 minutes, and during that time many questions about the patient as a unique individual will allow a trained homeopath

A well-selected remedy will address individual needs and gently and smoothly ameliorate symptoms as the body stops perpetuating the inflammatory cycle. to choose the medication, or remedy, that is the best match. A well-selected remedy will gently and smoothly ameliorate symptoms as the body stops perpetuating the inflammatory cycle.

While feline asthma is a disease that centers in the lower respiratory system, homeopathy will treat the entire patient, not just the lungs. Homeopathic products are available that combine many different remedies, but at best these medications may palliate disease without curing and will need to be given on an ongoing basis.

Accurate diagnosis and treatment require a thorough understanding of the disease and the individual. In these cases, restoration of health through homeopathic treatment can eliminate the asthmatic symptoms without pharmaceutical side effects.

Dr. Laura Weis and her husband, Dr. Ransome Weis, own and operate Doylestown Veterinary Hospital & Holistic Pet Care, and Holiday House Pet Resort & Training Center, in Doylestown. She focuses on homeopathy and nutrition counseling for her clients within the full-service veterinary practice. Call 215-345-6000 to request an appointment. See ad, page 37.

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Training the Mind to Meditate

by Rosie Lazroe

ilent meditation is one path to explore when seeking to cultivate a neutral mind. To become still, we must first learn how to become present. Present moment awareness comes in many forms, most of which are quite accessible to everyone, every day. Think of the simple things that we do as we go through the motions of our daily routine. These are all opportunities to train the mind.

You are here.

In order to embrace silence and stillness for long periods of time without falling asleep, we must first achieve a high level of concentration. When sitting is uncomfortable or not possible, keep in mind that there are many ways that we can be mindful without actually meditating.

Walk for the joy of walking and be fully present in this joy.

Basic guidelines for meditation require that it be done every day, at the same time of day, for the same length of time each day. This means that we can choose to dedicate five minutes every morning to brushing our teeth without allowing the mind to wander. Or we can commit 15 minutes of focus solely on cooking without thinking about other things. Keeping it simple is key.

Let the next breath that you take refresh your mind with vibrant awareness.

Annoying distractions will inevitably occur to pull us away from our focus. As soon as we make the choice to refocus our awareness, we can rejoice knowing that we are on the right path. Having the ability to gently redirect the mind is essential to meditation.

Once we can do this, then we can attempt to sit in sweet stillness and just be.

Be curious and create.

In all actuality, all of us are meditating on something every day. Notice what you think about and consciously choose to shift the topic if it doesn’t feel sweet and simple.

For example, every day we hear various noises and sounds. If we dedicate 15 minutes to listening to one sound, that would be considered meditating. If we dedicate 15 minutes to thinking, speaking or gazing at something, we would be meditating.

Combining structure with creativity is the final step toward cultivating a personal mediation. It isn’t a one-size fits all practice.

Anything that draws you inward will lead you in the right direction.

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First Friday Lecture w/ Elizabeth Joyce – 7-9pm.

The Power of the Inner Soul: Becoming Masters of the Planet. In conjunction with Embracing Spiritual Frontiers. Talk, meditation and instructions on how to stay attuned and connected to spirit as we strive to understand events happening to us and to the world at large. RSVP or walk-in. Donation. The James Lorah House, 132 N Main St, Doylestown.

215-996-0646. Elizabeth_Joyce.16@aol.com.

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SATURDAY, APRIL 6

savethedate Holistic & Psychic Fair April 6-7 • 11am-5pm

Whatever your event,

A day of fun and inspiration that benefits The Breathing Room and Lahaska SPCA. Psychic readings from Frank St James of The Psychic Detectives and BIO Channel, Celeste of the Fox Sisters, Nekara and Danielle, local psychics.

Enjoy massage, bodywork and other holistic services. Call to book advance appointments.

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TUESDAY, APRIL 9 Book Launch with Fran Wilde-Riverland – 7-8pm. Welcome Fran Wilde for the launch of her new middle-grade novel, Riverland, a story about the bond between sisters and how they must make their own magic to protect each other and save the ones they love. Pre-order a signed copy of Riverland. The Doylestown Bookshop, 16 S Main St, Doylestown. Krisy Paredes, 215-230-7610.

Mail@DoylestownBookshop.com. Doylestown Bookshop.com.

THURSDAY, APRIL 11

savethedate Integrative NLP Practitioner Certification® Training April 11-14

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Cost: $10 entrance / Free lunch Booths/activities extra

Join us for an Integrative NLP Practitioner Certification® training. Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) teaches proven techniques to communicate effectively, build rapport easily, release limiting beliefs, overcome procrastination, lack of motivation, depression and phobias. Tap into your conscious and unconscious mind.

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The James Lorah House 132 N Main St, Doylestown

Cost: $144 to attend w/ promo code NATURAL

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Elizabeth Joyce, 215-996-0646 Elizabeth_Joyce.16@aol.com New-Visions.com

Double Tree by Hilton Newark Airport, Newark, NJ

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MONDAY, APRIL 8 An Evening with Martha Hall Kelly-Lost Roses – 7-8:30pm. The Doylestown Bookshop is proud to welcome Martha Hall Kelly for a discussion and book signing of her novel, Lost Roses. $33

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Ticketed event. Salem United Church of Christ, 186 E Court St, Doylestown. Krisy Paredes, 215230-7610. Mail@DoylestownBookshop.com.

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SATURDAY, APRIL 13 Meditation Workshop – 1-2:30pm. There are many ways to meditate. Sharon will show you how much easier it is than you think. Meditation is the best

way to heal and create a divine connection that will strengthen you in every way. Will practice several methods so you are able to see what works best for you. $30. Whole Body Yoga Studio, 103 E Walnut St, North Wales. Patty Ferry, 215-661-0510. Patty@ WholeBodyYogaStudio.com. WholeBodyYoga Studio.com/workshops.

SATURDAY, APRIL 20 Breakfast Benefits: Learn about Laser Treatment – 9am. 3rd Sat. All are welcome to share breakfast and learn about the benefits of laser treatment. Facilitated by Dr Paul M Bizzaro, DC. Free.

The offices of Dr Bizzaro, 81 S Main St, Yardley.

RSVP to 215-493-6589. DrPaulBizzaro.com.

FRIDAY, APRIL 26

savethedate Empowered Light Holistic Expo April 26-28

Fri 4-9pm; Sat 9am-7pm; Sun 10am-5pm Enjoy inspiring lectures, meditations, alternative healing treatments, as well as angelic and intuitive readings. Try healthy food samples, and purchase natural products or unique gift items. Empowered Light Holistic Expo will focus on healthier lifestyles, stress reduction and self-care as well as new information, ideas and connection Greater Philadelphia Expo Center, Halls D & E Oaks, Pennsylvania

Sue Greenwald, 484-459-3082 EmpoweredLightExpo@gmail.com EmpoweredLight.com Awaken the Joy Within – Sound Healing – 7:309:30pm. Find your joy within. Join Patty Ferry and Sound Healer Sharon Kachel for a blissful afternoon of live sound healing with gongs, sound bowls and bells, in restorative yoga poses with essential oils.

Awaken your inner guide; feel your inner freedom as your take this time to heal your body and mind. $35. Whole Body Yoga Studio, 103 E Walnut St, North Wales. Patty Ferry, 215-661-0510. Patty@ WholeBodyYogaStudio.com. WholeBodyYoga Studio.com/workshops.

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SATURDAY, APRIL 27 Joint-Freeing and Inner Landscape Practice – 11:30am-1:30pm. Feel free and unstrained movement the way human anatomy is designed to move.

A nurturing and effortless practice supported by blankets and breath to create full and easy movements of the body. You will safely explore motion with ease. Includes 5-10 min reflexology minisessions to help the body relax. $30. Whole Body Yoga Studio, 103 E Walnut St, North Wales. Patty Ferry, 215-661-0510. Patty@WholeBodyYoga Studio.com. WholeBodyYogaStudio.com/workshops.

savethedate Spiritual Intensive April 27-28 1-5pm Energize, refresh and realign with spirit during Elizabeth Joyce’s weekend workshop.

Raise your vibration and change your life quickly and confidently by remembering who your are—an energetic soul being, and that you have the voice of sanity and clarity within yourself.

Cost: $125/Sat; $200/both days The James Lorah House, 132 N Main St, Doylestown

Elizabeth Joyce, 215-996-0646 Elizabeth_Joyce.16@aol.com New-Visions.com

plan ahead FRIDAY, MAY 3 First Friday Lecture w/ Elizabeth Joyce – 7-9pm.

The Power of the Inner Soul: Becoming Masters of the Planet. In conjunction with Embracing Spiritual Frontiers. Talk, meditation and instructions on how to stay attuned and connected to spirit as we strive to understand events happening to us and to the world at large. RSVP or walk-in. Donation. The James Lorah House, 132 N Main St, Doylestown.

215-996-0646. Elizabeth_Joyce.16@aol.com.

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Growing office in Doylestown, PA has ROOM SHARE/POSITION available for another Holistic practitioner. Flexible and open schedule. Split with minimal room charge. Excellent opportunity. Call Monika at 215-534-4513.

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Beautiful, positive energy-filled, SHARED TREATMENT ROOMS available in Harleysville. Are you a healing arts practitioner looking for a place to share your gifts? We have space for you. Six-month minimum commitment.

Call 215-740-1354 or email Kathy@Anahata YogaWellness.com.

Attention yoga teachers, massage therapists, nutritionists, reiki and healing practitioners: supplement your income and expand your repertoire of expertise as a COLON HYDROTHERAPIST. This unique healing modality has immediate earning potential. Train and work locally within months.

Cathy@InnerSpa.org.

savethedate Women’s Wealth and Wellness May 9 6:30-8pm Stressed? Investment questions? Stressed about investing? Look no further. Please join us for an evening where we discuss investment topics with Edward Jones Investment, and Stress Management Techniques for Women with Dr. Katie Samsel of Samsel Integrative Health. Seating is limited so please RSVP to reserve your spot.

Cost: Free Continental Tavern 2 N Main St, Yardley

Charyn Jones, 215-493-2616 Charyn.Jones@EdwardJones.com

savethedate Holy Fire III Karuna Reiki M/T Certification Course May 25-27 • 9am-6pm Are you a reiki master/teacher? Want to expand your reiki practice and skills? Join us for this three-day Master/Teacher Certification Course which includes three levels (Levels 1, 2 & Master/Teacher) Early bird fee: $795 (if paid 30 days prior to class date) includes ICRT Manual and Registered ICRT Master/Teacher Certificate.

Cost: $999 Gentle Dove Reiki 857 Main St, Harleysville

Linda Groman, 267-416-6005 Classes@GentleDoveReiki.com GentleDoveReiki.com

savethedate Solstice Expo & Holistic Fair June 22-23 Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 10am-5pm 11th annual event. Tune up your body, mind and spirit. Experience the love of higher consciousness. Featuring guest speakers every hour, area psychics, energy healers, shamanic practitioners, mind/body therapists, holistic practitioners, massage & stress management, artwork, jewelry, crystals, stones, gems, natural food court.

Cost: $7 for 2-day admission The Event Center by Cornerstone New Hope Eagle Fire House, 46 N Sugan Rd

Society for Metaphysical Enlightenment 267-261-2768 WeAreSme.com

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sunday Philly Lyme Support Group – 2-4pm. 1st Sun. Our peer support group is for individuals with Lyme disease or co-infections and their loved ones. This is a space to give and receive support and share information with others that often have similar struggles.

Online meetings also available. Check our sites on FB and Meetup for details. Free. Montgomery Integrative Health Group, 1108 E Willow Grove Ave, Wyndmoor. Emily Yost, 267-586-0482. EYost@ RiverRock.org. MeetUp.com/Philadelphia-LymeDisease-Support-Group.

Mindful Recovery Meetup – 2-4:30pm. 3rd Sun. Do you control your feelings, or vice-versa? Join a support group based on spiritual principles, and learn mindfulness and meditation techniques for more effective self-control and relapse prevention, applied to any substance or behavioral issue.

12-steppers welcome. Space is limited. RSVP by two days prior. $5. 6757 Greene Street, Mt. Airy.

215-206-4091. David@WorldSpirituality.com.

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monday Quest for Health Q&A Session – 6-8pm. 1st & 3rd Mon. Bruce Lipton says our bodies hear our thoughts, respond to our beliefs and create the health we think is possible. Do you want less pain, more energy, more clarity in your daily life? Bring your questions to our open Q&A sessions on the first and third Mondays of the month. $15. International School of Shiatsu, 6055C Kellers Church Rd, Pipersville. Shirley Scranta, 215-795-8065.

LearnShiatsu@gmail.com. Shiatsubo.com.

Yoga with Dr Cheikin – 6:15-7:30pm. Ongoing class taught by a medical doctor, offered at gentle/ beginner level. Includes informal discussion of relevant health topics. Dr Cheikin has studied yoga, Feldenkrais and dance for over 40 years and has taught for over 20 years. Beautiful quiet studio with easy parking. Please call before coming to first class. $15. Center for Optimal Health, 832 Germantown Pike, Ste 3, Plymouth Meeting. Office staff, 610239-9901. Query@c4oh.org. Cheikin.com/yoga.

Mental Health Support Group – 6:30-7:30pm.

Join 4 The M.I.N.D.S. for its weekly peer-to-peer support group. We welcome family, friends and

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individuals that suffer from mental illness. Aldie Medical Arts Building, 11 Welden Dr, Doylestown.

4TheMINDS@gmail.com. 4TheMINDS.org.

tuesday Lucid Dreaming Seekers Meetup – 7-9:30pm.

2nd Tues. Engage in noninvasive, well-facilitated group process in which the dreamer is honored and protected, to better understand and work with those nighttime messages and adventures. References, handouts, basic snacks and tea provided. Convenient parking and sign on door. Space is limited. RSVP by two days prior. $5. 48 College Ave, Flourtown.

215-206-4091. David@WorldSpirituality.com.

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wednesday Intuitive Medium Readings – In-person readings, afternoon and evening appointments available. Receive messages of love, guidance and support from deceased loved ones, guides and angels from an intuitive medium and certified intuitive life coach. East Norriton. Linda Harbaugh, 484-904-9268. Linda@ JourneyToTheSelf.com. JourneyToTheSelf.com.

thursday Intuitive Medium Counseling Sessions – 5-8pm.

One Thursday per month—occasionally moved to accommodate need, by appointment only. In-person sessions with Linda Harbaugh. Linda has over 20 years of experience as a teacher, psychic and coach.

Linda receives intuitive messages identifying root causes of blockages associated with physical and emotional pain. She helps refine client attitude and lifestyle for optimal health. $50. Center for Optimal Health, 832 Germantown Pk, Plymouth Meeting.

Michael Cheikin, 610-239-9901. Query@CohLife. org. CohLife.org.

Hatha Flow Yoga – 7-8:15pm. This weekly practice offers classical yoga postures, breathing techniques and deep stretching suitable for all level practitioners – even beginners. In each class we will explore standing postures that improve stamina and spinal health, seated postures that increase flexibility and

seated breathwork and/or meditation to combat stress and facilitate restful sleep. $15. Newtown Grant Recreation Center, 360 Eagle Rd, Newtown.

Natassia Levine, 267-799-8308. Natassia.Yoga@ gmail.com.

Yoga with Dr. Cheikin – 7:30-8:45am. Ongoing class taught by a medical doctor, offered at gentle/ beginner level. Includes informal discussion of relevant health topics. Dr. Cheikin has studied yoga, Feldenkrais and dance for over 40 years and has taught for over 20 years. Beautiful quiet studio with easy parking. Please call before coming to first class. $15. Center for Optimal Health, 832 Germantown Pk, Ste 3, Plymouth Meeting. Office staff, 610-2399901. Query@c4oh.org. Cheikin.com/yoga.

friday Spirituality Health & Awareness Group – 1011am. Awaken your spirituality from within every Friday morning. Experience and discover your own spirituality, health and awareness. Through interactive discussions, participants will reveal their own blocks and fears toward health and create a life of awareness, using ancient philosophies that provide insight into the essence and meaning of life. All are welcome. $30. M.E. Matters, 668 Woodbourne Rd, Langhorne. David Piltz, 215-914-5344. Admin@ MeMatters.org. MeMatters.org.

Pay What You Can – Yoga for All – 5:30-6:30pm.

At Anahata, we believe yoga should be available for everyone, every body, every fitness level and for every income level. Variations for all levels are offered. Anahata Yoga & Wellness Center, 690 Harleysville Pk, Lederach. 215-740-1354. Anahata YogaWellness.com.

First Friday Lecture w/ Elizabeth Joyce – 7-9pm.

1st Fri. The Power of the Inner Soul: Becoming Masters of the Planet. In conjunction with Embracing Spiritual Frontiers. Talk, meditation and instructions on how to stay attuned and connected to spirit as we strive to understand events happening to us and to the world at large. RSVP or walk-in.

Donation. The James Lorah House, 132 N Main St, Doylestown. 215-996-0646. Elizabeth_Joyce.16@ aol.com. New-Visions.com.

saturday Breakfast Benefits: Learn about Laser Treatment – 9am. 3rd Sat. All are welcome to share breakfast and learn about the benefits of laser treatment. Facilitated by Dr Paul M Bizzaro, DC. Free.

The offices of Dr Bizzaro, 81 S Main St, Yardley.

RSVP to 215-493-6589. DrPaulBizzaro.com.

Shiatsu Community Clinic – 9:15am-4:45pm. 1st Sat. Shiatsu sessions offered in supervised clinic setting. Each student will interview, assess energy and create individualized shiatsu session to balance the body. Wear loose, comfortable clothing, preferably cotton. Wear socks. No cell phones, no perfumes. $45. International School of Shiatsu, 6055C Kellers Church Rd, Plumsteadville. Shirley Scranta, 215-795-8065. LearnShiatsu@gmail.com.

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BEHAVIORAL HEALTH M.E. MATTERS

668 Woodbourne Rd, Ste 108, Langhorne 215-914-5344 MEMatters.org Psychological and behavioral health services for individuals, couples, teens and families where mind, body and spirit matter. We offer neurofeedback, therapy and a spirituality awareness group. Our goal is to help you experience life with increased awareness and without fear. See ad, page 33.

CHIROPRACTIC CARE DR PAUL M BIZZARO, DC

81 S Main St, Yardley 215-493-6589 • DrPaulBizzaro.com My mission is to educate people to the benefits of chiropractic, nutrition and a healthy lifestyle.

Over 40 years experience (personal and professional) allows me to relate to your problem(s).

Services include non-force chiropractic, nutritional testing, utilizing test kits/panels, Chirothin weight loss, massage (covered by most insurance) and laser therapy for pain. Personalized attention guaranteed.

See ad, page 8.

LIFEALIGNED UPPER CERVICAL CHIROPRACTIC

Andrew Persky, DC 1432 Easton Rd, Ste 4A, Warrington 215-491-4200 • LifeAlignedHealth.com LifeAligned offers a unique treatment for chronic musculoskeletal and neurological pain conditions, offering a safe, gentle alternative to drugs, surgery or traditional chiropractic “twisting” and “cracking”. See ad, page 22.

SAMSEL INTEGRATIVE HEALTH Katie Samsel, DC SamselIntegrativeHealth.com 215-944-8424

DANCE EARTH RHYTHM

Kelly Thomke, JourneyDance Certified Facilitator 215-534-4989 • JourneyDance.com EarthRhythmSacredDance.com JourneyDance is a whole-body experience that tickles the mind and nourishes the soul. It is freestyle movement to world music where self-expression releases tension. Visit the website for upcoming dances or to book a JourneyDance for a group. No dance experience needed to feel this wild freedom.

DENTISTRY - HOLISTIC DENTAL WELLNESS CENTRE

Hyo J. Lim DMD 216 Mall Blvd, Ste 11, King of Prussia 610-265-4485 DentalWellnessCentre.com Dr. Hyo Lim provides a holistic approach to exceptional dentistry, in a warm and caring environment. At Dental Wellness Centre, mercuryand metal-free restorations are used for the most biocompatible results.

Biocompatibility testing for dental materials is available. Invisalign is offered as an alternative to metal braces. Zirconium and titanium implants are offered to replace damaged or missing teeth. Free digital X-rays with initial consultation. See ad, page 6.

HERITAGE DENTAL

Beth Skovron, DDS 595 Bethlehem Pike, Montgomeryville 215-822-3860 • HeritageDentalDDS.com Enjoy an anxiety-free dental experience. You no longer have to be nervous about going to the dentist. From the moment you open the doors, our friendly and courteous team will make you feel comfortable in our relaxing spa atmosphere. Choose from a wide range of holistic services. See ad with special offers, back page.

Let’s make pain a part of your past.

Integrative chiropractic care in a warm, familiar setting. Applied kinesiology, lifestyle support, ayurveda, nutrition and weight loss. See ad, page 39.

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Feature: Strengthen Organ Vitality Plus: Healthy Homes

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Feature: Nutrition Upgrades Plus: Managing Allergies

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Feature: Mental & Emotional Well-Being Plus: Healthy Vision

JUNE

Feature: Brain Health Plus: Green Building Trends

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Feature: Urban & Suburban Agriculture Plus: Gut Health

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Feature: Children’s Health Plus: Natural Pet Care

Vibrant at anY age ISSUE Age-Defying Bodywork SEPT Feature: Plus: Yoga Therapy

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Feature: Oral Health Plus: Chiropractic Care

LANAP & IMPLANT CENTER OF PA

MAGGIE BORDAGARAY, LMT

Dr. David DiGiallorenzo focuses on providing oral health solutions through holistic, biologically compatible and organic practices.

It is one of the world’s most accomplished centers for periodontal and implant care, which integrates wellness services into their therapeutic approach. He is experienced at immediate total tooth replacement with metal-free dental implants, treating gum disease with LANAP, a no-cut, no-sew method of treating gum disease, comfortable gum grafting with PRGF, implant denture solutions and chronic pain management. See ad, page 31.

Licensed massage therapist Maggie Bordagaray brings her 20+ years of experience and expertise to the Center for Natural Healing. Thoroughly versed in the disciplines of deep tissue massage, oncology massage, Swedish and trigger point therapy, it is her caring and nurturing demeanor that distinguishes her career and treatments.

David DiGiallorenzo, DMD 184 W Main St, Collegeville 610-422-3120 • PerioImplants.us

HOSPICE ASCEND HOSPICE

108 Cowpath Rd, Stes 3 & 4, Lansdale 215-542-2100 AscendHospice.com Bringing a personalized and holistic approach to hospice care.

Our trained volunteers offer aromatherapy, massage therapy, reiki and pet therapy to bring healing and wholeness to clients and their families. See ad, page 21.

LIFE COACHING – GESTALT STEP INTO JOY HEALING ARTS

Joan Summers, Certified Gestalt Coach, Trauma Professional and Reiki Master 267-272-9343 • StepIntoJoyHealingArts.com Joan@StepIntoJoyHealingArts.com Experience deep and longlasting healing. Joan offers healing for her clients who are tired of feeling stuck, disconnected or without purpose. She offers Gestalt Life Coaching, Equine Gestalt Life Coaching and reiki, and you may choose to customize your session. See ad, page 10.

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Feature: Natural Sleep Solutions Plus: Optimal Thyroid Function

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Feature: Uplifting Humanity Plus: Earth-Friendly Holidays

INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF SHIATSU

6055C Kellers Church Rd, 2nd Floor, Pipersville 215-795-8065 • Shiatsubo.com

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Celebrating 20 years as the area’s leading center for shiatsu massage training and treatment.

Come visit our new space in Pipersville. New courses start regularly. See ad, page 33.

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Center for Natural Healing Bailiwick Office Campus, Ste 26, Doylestown 484-767-8378

THERAPEUTIKA, LLC

Claudia Glugsberger, BCTMB, CMLDT, LMT Located at Medicine in Balance 940 Town Center Dr, Ste F-90, Langhorne 215-741-1600 At TherapeutiKa we focus on a combination of advanced massage techniques and complementary treatment approaches to customize the treatment to our client’s specific needs, including oncology massage, manual lymphatic drainage, renewal and detox massage, deep relaxation massage, myofascial release, cupping and gua sha, for an improved healing and recovery process. We believe that beauty lies in a healthy mind, body and spirit.

See ad, page 13.

MEDICAL DOCTOR - HOLISTIC MICHAEL CHEIKIN, MD

Center for Optimal Health 832 Germantown Pk, Ste 3, Plymouth Meeting 610-239-9901 • Cheikin.com For 30+ years, Dr Cheikin has helped patients achieve root-cause level healing using education, nutrition, yoga and other methods.

Specializing in physiatry, pain and medical acupuncture, he also o ff e r s s p e c i a l t e s t i n g f o r deficiencies, toxicities, infections and allergies. See ad, page 9.

METAPHYSICAL SERVICES ELIZABETH JOYCE

Visions of Reality Elizabeth_Joyce.16@aol.com 215-996-0646 • New-Visions.com Modern-day psychic, mystic, author and master spiritual teacher/healer widely recognized for accurate predictions, mediumship and guidance for missing persons, dream analysis and past-life regression. See calendars for First Friday lectures and other events. Subscribe to Elizabeth Joyce YouTube channel. See ads, pages 27 and 29.

JOURNEY TO THE SELF

Linda Harbaugh Intuitive Medium Certified Life Coach/Reiki Practitioner Linda@JourneyToTheSelf.com JourneyToTheSelf.com • 484-904-9268 Delivering messages of love and guidance from deceased loved ones and spirit guides via readings and intuitive reiki sessions. A certified life coach, Linda also offers intuitive coaching packages to help you navigate life, jobs and relationships. Psychology degree, former teacher, 30 years business experience.

Telephone or in person.

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PHYSICIAN - FUNCTIONAL LOWER GWYNEDD FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE INSTITUTE

Joseph Carchedi, MD, ABIHM • 215-780-1898 LGFunctionalMedicine@gmail.com LowerGwyneddFunctionalMedicine.com

Get permanent relief for your pain without drugs, shots or surgery with FDA-approved laser therapy. Benefits include speedy healing process, painfree, extremely safe with no known side effects. Don’t live in pain anymore. See ad, page 8.

NUTRITIONAL HEALING CENTER FOR NATURAL HEALING

Jeffrey L Griffin, DC Bailiwick Office Campus, Ste 26, Doylestown 215-348-2115 • C4NH.com

MICHELLE CHRISTINE

Sacred Rose Unity Barn, 4000 Sawmill Rd, Doylestown MichelleChristine@SacredRose444.com 215-840-8139 • SacredRose444.com

Dr. Carchedi is a board-certified integrative holistic medicine physician who practices personalized functional medicine, getting to the root cause of every illness.

He performs IV therapies and is a member of the American College of Nutrition. See ad, page 3.

REIKI

Michelle Christine supports women to reclaim and redefine their sexuality in any stage of their lives.

Together we will work on helping you to love, nourish and celebrate yourself and your divine femininity. See ad, page 10.

SPA – HOLISTIC

GWYNN WHITE WALKER MCGROGGAN

INNER SPA

Intuitive Holy Fire II Karuna Reiki Master-Practitioner. Incorporating reiki, angel cards, flower essences, private restorative yoga sessions for your well-being. Teaching Usui Holy Fire II and Karuna reikis, level one thru master, children’s reiki, introduction to Bach flower essences workshops.

A fully organic, holistic, eco-friendly wellness spa featuring an array of detoxification, cleansing and therapeutic services. The spa is one of the only facilities in the area to offer colon hydrotherapy. See ad, page 21.

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DOYLESTOWN VETERINARY HOSPITAL & HOLISTIC PET CARE

Bucks, Montgomery, Berks Counties, PA 215-470-0176 HolyFeathersReiki.massageplanet.com

Dr Paul Bizzaro, DC 81 S Main St, Yardley 215-493-6589 • DrPaulBizzaro.com

SEXUALITY COACHING

Joan Summers, Certified Intuitive Reiki Master and Gestalt Coach 267-272-9343 • StepIntoJoyHealingArts.com Joan@StepIntoJoyHealingArts.com

Feeling poorly? Lacking answers?

Improvement at a standstill?

Locate the source of stress and the treatment becomes obvious.

Mention Dr. Jeff’s 35 years of experience when you call and receive a free phone consultation to learn how we can start helping you today. See ad, page 3.

Experience peace of mind, enlightened awareness and physical restoration. The connections between physical pain and emotional trauma are often revealed during an intuitive reiki session. It is a practice of compassion and spiritual connection. See ad, page 10.

4 Terry Dr, Ste 12, Atrium Bldg, Newtown Info@InnerSpa.org • 215-968-9000 InnerSpa.org • InnerVitalitySpa.com

VETERINARY – HOLISTIC 380 N Shady Retreat Rd, Doylestown 215-345-6000 DoylestownVeterinaryHospital.com

Improving the lives of pets through acupuncture, herbal therapy, homeopathy, nutritional counseling and integration of holistic therapies with conventional medicine for customized approach to care. See ad, page 37.

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Stress-Free Dentistry Get comfortable with us!

Dental Care in a spa-like atmosphere With every visit, we offer COMPLIMENTARY services to help you relax, such as: Massage Chairs • Refreshment Center • Music & Video Headsets • Hand Treatments For No Extra Charge

Heritage Dental Spa is a truly unique dental practice Not only can you trust Dr. Skovron with all of your Holistic Dentistry needs and treatment plan, but you can trust that the team at Heritage Dental will make you feel as comfortable as possible in their relaxing spa atmosphere.

Offering Anxiety-Free exams and cleanings, PLUS State-of-the-Art Holistic and Metal-Free dental services  Safe removal of mercury fillings  Non-surgical gum treatments  Tooth-colored restorations  ClearCorrect® “invisible” orthodontics  Bio-Compatible Implants  CEREC® one-day metal-free crowns

 Holistic solutions for sleep apnea  Root Canals - Specialists on premises  Dentures secured by implant snaps  Now offering: High tech digital scanning with less radiation and 3D imaging

“This is by far the best dental appt I have ever had. I have a terrible fear of dentists and I was put to great ease. Very detailed appt which made me feel that they took everything into consideration. I really can’t say enough.” ~ Janice M.

Accepts Aetna PPO, Delta, MetLife, Guardian

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Dental Cleaning (prophylaxis) for healthy adults, Comprehensive Exam & Digital X-ray

149

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Offer does not include periodontal therapy, for adults with perio condition present

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595 Bethlehem Pike, Suite 302 Montgomeryville HeritageDentalDDS.com