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Gluten FIGHT

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We’ve built a network of comprehensive cancer treatment centers throughout Dallas/ Fort Worth, including the new Baylor Charles A. Sammons Cancer Center and Baylor T. Boone Pickens Cancer Hospital. These facilities offer a full range of cancer-related services designed specifically with you in mind.

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In addition to comprehensive services with an experienced medical and nursing staff, many of our locations offer convenient parking, a calming atmosphere, chapels, outdoor healing gardens, patient education and support services, and a patient navigation program.

We even have an urgent care clinic in Dallas designed specifically for cancer patients.

We have also expanded our cancer research program, providing you access to more groundbreaking clinical trials. For us, this represents an extraordinary dedication to cancer care. For you, it represents something far more personal: a towering source of hope.

For a physician referral or for more information about cancer care services, call 1.800.4BAYLOR or visit us online at BaylorHealth.com/CancerCare.

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Baylor Health Care System Community Events, Seminars And Support Groups Healing Aspects of Tea In its 5000-year history, tea has been consumed as a medicine, tonic, food, and social beverage. Today, tea is the second most consumed world beverage after water and is growing in popularity. Join us for this FREE program as Kyle Stewart, certified tea specialist and co-owner of The Cultured Cup, discusses the types of tea and recent scientific research. Attendees are invited to share in the tea tasting offered during the program.

When: Thursday, September 12, 2013 Time: 1:00 – 2:00pm Where: 3410 Worth Street, Suite 200 Registration required/Seating limited – Cvetko 214-820-2608

Healing Vibrations Drumming and the use of pure rhythm is a fun and therapeutic way of releasing emotions Research now shows drumming can accelerate physical healing, boost the immune system and produce feeling of wellbeing. Come experience the healing effects of drumming.

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Time: Tuesday, September 24, 2013 from 12:00-1:00 PM Where: 3410 Worth Street, Suite 200 Registration required to attend – Cvetko 214820-2608

Why Relaxation? Reasons to Make It a Daily Practice This class will explore the science and theory behind relaxation practice so you can better understand how relaxation aids healing. You may also, take part in a brief relaxation exercise.

When: Thursday, September 5, 2013 Time: 2:00-3:00 PM Where: 3410 Worth Street, Suite 200, Cvetko Group Room Registration required – Cvetko 214-8202608

Relaxation Techniques: A Sampling and Overview This class will explore various approaches to relaxation by focusing on breathing techniques, muscle relaxation, and guided imagery.

When: Friday, September 6 & 20, 2013 Time: 10:00 – 11:00 AM

Where: 3410 Worth Street, Suite 200 Registration required (space limited) – Cvetko 214-820-2608

Guided Imagery: An In-depth Relaxation Experience This Short and sweet, and set around lunch time, it is a chance to hit the reset button and set your week on a positive note. Come join us to experience a live, uninterrupted 20-minute guided mediation designed to foster deeper relaxation.

When: Saturday, June 8 Time: 10:00am – 1:00pm Where: 3410 Worth Street, Suite 200 Registration required – Cvetko 214-8202608

Writing for Wellness Journaling may enhance the healing process through expression of thoughts, feelings, and emotions. Join us to learn how journaling can help you cope with life’s challenges. The topic for the month of September is “gratitude.”

When: Saturday, June 8 Time: 11:00am – 1:00pm Where: 3500 Gaston, Truett – Room 7

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the word itself says ‘I’m he new Chamber of Commerce slogan is true: pos“Big things happen here.” As we move into festival season, we have much to celebrate in thesible!’

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plex. Communities are gathering in anticipation of the biggest, most fun and ultimate Texas show of them all, the venerable State Fair of Texas in Dallas’ Fair Park, from September 27 through October 30. Art fairs and exhibits also are kicking into high gear, plus hundreds of citizens are walking and running for a good cause—many of them listed in our Calendar of Events.

At the end of a long, hot summer that has discouraged movement, September presents an ideal opportunity to start up our engines anew. Let us get back to revving our bodies as our Creator has made them to function best, in a persistent state of healthy movement fueled by natural foods. Did you know that in Bible days it was common for folks to walk from city to city to work or visit—up to 20 miles a day? Most Baby Boomers have heard tales of grandparent walking many miles to school in their younger days. We too, can get in the habit of walking to places we go, even if it only means walking from the far end of the parking lot. Day in and day out, it adds up.

Fall is a perfect time to return to a favorite natural outdoor exercise routine, and then branch out to try something new to us. Why not take off on leisurely pedals along Dallas’ many wonderful bike trails? They are well-kept, interconnected and take you to and through peaceful and picturesque parts of the city. White Rock Lake, at the heart of the action, is dotted with perfect spots to park your bike and rest up while enjoying a healthy bite to eat. Kayaking around the lake and down the Trinity River offers more change-of-pace options. Grab a few friends or make it a family affair. One way or another, it feels good to build fitness into our everyday schedule.

Complementing spiritually healthy exercise with wise nutrition in this issue, we are pleased to share the insights of Betty Murray, a gluten-free health expert with the Living Well Dallas Wellness Center. We also invite you to the upcoming Work Life Balancing Act lunch seminar on September 20 at Cityplace, in Dallas’ Uptown, offering free mini wellness services to attendees. You’ll find more information in our news briefs.

Natural Awakenings Dallas Metroplex Edition magazine is here as your go-to resource, connecting you with authoritative information and local experts, plus healthful products and services from our loyal advertisers. It’s all meant to enhance your quality of life, helping you and yours to live longer, healthier and happier. We trust that you will find another perfect “Aha!” moment this month that you use to realize your best life ever.

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Dallas Metroplex and North Texas Commun ities, including North Dallas, Highland Park, University Park, Presto n Hollow, Richardson, Coppell, Irving , Colleyville, Cedar Hill, Lewisville, Ca rrollton, Addison, Southlake and Farmers Branch

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

13 FUEL EFFICIENCY BECOMING THE NEW NORMAL

14 WHOLE-BEING WORKOUTS 14 Moving the Body Opens the Door to Spirit

by Lisa Marshall

18 DEEP-HEALING YOGA

Release Trauma, Build Resilience

by Sarah Todd

20 STAYING POWER A Good Trainer Keeps 12 31 calendarofevents Us On Track 34 ongoingevents 36 community 24 EQUINE THERAPY

by Debra Melani

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STRAIGHT FROM THE HORSE’S MOUTH

by Jessi Sally

27 HOW GLUTEN

PLAYS A ROLE IN AUTOIMMUNE DISEASES

by Betty Murray

28 FAT FIGHT

Right and Keep Moving

by Dr. Shawn Messonnier

30 SUGAR MONSTER

How Sweet It Isn’t

by Kathleen Barnes

32 THE ALLURE

OF CONFIDENCE

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Like Us, Pets Must Eat

Supermodel Sarah DeAnna’s Universal Beauty Secrets

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newsbriefs Keep Grapevine Beautiful with a Trash & Treasures Waterway Cleanup

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ontinuing its mission to preserve and enhance the local natural environment, Keep Grapevine Beautiful (KGVB) will host the fifth annual Trash & Treasures Waterway Cleanup from 8 a.m. to noon, October 5, at the Lake Grapevine Trawick Pavilion. Lunch, prizes and giveaways will be presented following the cleanup.

This community-wide shoreline cleanup combines trash collection with fun and games. Volunteers are needed to collect litter via foot, kayak and canoe while also searching for Mardi Gras beads to win prizes. This year’s theme is Healthy Water, Healthy Lifestyle.

Participating in Trash & Treasures is a great activity for family, friends, community organizations and school groups as a team-building exercise and even for earning volunteer hours Location: 2700 Darren G. Medlin Dr. (inside Oak Grove sports complex). Volunteers can sign up online at kgvb.org/contactus or email mjtellin@grapevinetexas.gov. For more information, kgvb.org/current-events.

T HE D ALLAS I NSTITUTE OF HUMANITIES AND CULTURE

FALL HIGHLIGHTS EVENTS JFK Symposium: Understanding Tragedy September 6 & 7 An Evening with F. Scott & Zelda with author Clifton Spargo September 24 Wyman Meinzer: Evolution of a Texas Photographer and Writer October 23 Dallas Institute Open House October 28 The Education Forum—What is a Teacher?

November 2 The 9th Annual Hiett Prize November 19 James Hillman’s Archetypal Psychology December 7

CLASSES Shakespeare’s Romances October 3, 10, 17, & 31 Americans in Paris September 4, 11, 18, 25 The Boy: Faulkner’s The Reivers & a Film Nov. 26, Dec. 3, 10, 17 Understanding Tragedy October 8, 15, 22, 29

GROUPS Routh Street Irregulars: a political discussion group Sep. 19, Oct. 24, Nov. 21, & Dec. 19 Speaking of Movies Sep. 16, Oct. 21, Nov. 18, & Dec. 16

BIG D’S RACE

NEW GROUP: Culture & Environment Sep. 18, Oct. 16, Nov. 20, Dec. 18 Breakfast Book Group, ft. The Son, The Burgess Boys, The Walking Sep. 10, Oct. 8, Nov. 12, & Dec. 10 Lunch Book Group, ft. The Son, The Burgess Boys, The Walking Sep. 18, Oct. 16, Nov. 20, & Dec. 18

Saturday OCTOBER 19, 2013 NorthPark Center

Register at dallas.info-komen.org/race

Friday Night Salon: food, drink, and lively discussions Sep. 13., Oct. 11, Nov. 8, & Dec. 13

Visit dallasinstitute.org or call (214) 871-2440 to register.

The Dallas Institute of Humanities and Culture 2719 Routh Street, Dallas, Texas 75201

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KUDOS Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) celebrated the 30th anniversary on August 13 of the vote for its creation as a part of the new transit agency and to contribute 1 percent in sales tax to fund it. More than 100,000 out of 175,000 voters approved.

In Dallas County, it was the largest turnout for a referendum ever.

Thirty years after the historic vote, DART is one of the largest transit agencies in the Southwest, with the longest light rail system in the country. The multimodal network of bus, rail, paratransit and HOV lanes generates nearly 105 million passenger trips a year.

Construction of the original transit plan is nearly complete, and DART is shifting much of its focus to increasing passenger capacity and maintaining the capital assets of a maturing transit system.

For more information, visit DART.org.

Work/Life Balance Power Connections Luncheon

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he nonprofit Work Life Balance Institute America will hold its first Power Connections Luncheon from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., September 20, at the Tower at City Place, in Dallas. The bimonthly luncheons are designed for women business professionals, entrepreneurs and “Mom-trepreneurs” to take a break from their busy day and enjoy a fun, distinctive, stimulating and powerful process where they will learn and develop leadership skills, personal development, business-building skills, inspiration, business partnerships, motivation and how to achieve work and life balance.

The guest speaker is Dr. Jennifer Trejo, founder of Abundant Life Wellness Center, in Ft. Worth. Trejo left a career in international human resources to earn a doctorate in naturopathy. Knowing that there are often better and safer alternatives to pharmaceutical or over-the-counter drugs and surgery, Trejo is passionate about educating her patients to live healthier and more holistic lifestyles.

Bernice Butler, a member of the Institute, says, “We define work-life balance as effectively juggling and balancing work responsibilities, business demands and personal life. She says the goal of the Institute is to “provide education, skill development, empowerment and encouragement for business owners and professionals in order to help them more effectively balance work responsibilities, business demands and their personal lives,” through workshops, seminars and networking opportunities nationwide.

Early bird cost is $35, after Sept 10, $49. Door prizes and raffle gifts valued at $1,200 will be awarded. Location: 2711 N. Haskell Ave. For more information, call 877-789-0447. Register at WorkLifeBalanceInstitute.com. See ad on page 2.

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Veggie Fair Showcases Meat Alternatives

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he fourth annual Texas State Veggie Fair, held from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., October 20, at Reverchon Park, in Dallas, will feature live music, carnival games, recycling, yoga and information about how to adopt a lifestyle that is healthy, good for the environment and kind to animals. Other highlights include include free food samples, vegan food for purchase and animal-free clothing, jewelry and other products.

Keynote speaker, noted vegan and Grammy winner Erykah Badu, will perform. Other speakers include Carol Adams, author of The Sexual Politics of Meat, and Kristina Carrillo-Bucaram, founder of FullyRaw.com. The fair will have an expanded kids’ area, a new green program overseen by Dallas-based Recycle Revolution and more vegan vendors than ever and local food trucks such as Good Karma Kitchen.

Two new attractions at the fair this year include a local farmers’ market and a local beers pub garden operated by Trinity Hall.

The fair is made possible by an all-volunteer team that is passionate about building and engaging the local community in the benefits and promotion of a plant-based diet, environmental causes and animal welfare.

Repurposed Art Show for Charity

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onprofit Women in the Environment (WE) will host the inaugural Art with RePurpose Eco-Art Show fundraiser from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m., September 12, at the Visit Addison Gallery & Artisan Center, in Dallas. This show will include work by 14 local artists and a silent auction. The food and wine served will emphasize on sustainability and local, organic sources.

WE focuses on empowering women in the environmental field through education, encouragement, outreaching and networking, supporting outreach efforts and providing an outlet for local artists to feature their upcycled and recycled works.

Ten percent of the net proceeds will be donated to Girls Incorporated of Tarrant County, a nonprofit organization that is dedicated to inspiring all girls to be “strong, smart, and bold” through life-changing programs and experiences that help girls navigate gender, economic, and social barriers.

Tickets are $10 advance/$15 door for members; $20/$25 for nonmembers. Location: 5100 Belt Line Rd., Ste. 400. Purchase at WomenInTheEnvironment.org. See ad on page 13.

Admission is free, donation suggested. Location: 3505 Maple Ave. The park is accessible by car, bus, DART and bicycle. For more information or to volunteer, visit TexasVeggieFair.com.

Applications for vendors, artists, and other organizations are welcome and are accepted through Oct. 1. See ad on page 21.

Up, Up and Away at Plano Balloon Festival

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ne of city’s largest celebrations, the Plano Balloon Festival, which draws more than 90.000 spectators, will mark its 34th year from September 20 through 22, at Oak Point Park. Live entertainment, a Saturday evening spectacular fireworks show, special kids’ activities, skydivers, food, merchandise and handmade products are all part of the festival. The balloons will launch at 6 p.m., Friday and 7 a.m. and 6 p.m., Saturday and Sunday.

The third annual Plano Balloon Festival Half Marathon, 5K Run and 1K Fun Run/Walk events provide three race distances, with runners’ breakfast provided by Central Market. Races begin at 7:30 a.m., September 22. The last day for online registration for the races is September 16.

Admission is $5, $4 over 65 or over and free for kids under 36 inches. Prime parking is $10 at Collin College Spring Creek Campus, Oak Point Recreation Center and nearby churches. Location: 2801 E. Spring Creek Parkway, Plano. For more information and to register for races, call 972-867-7566 or visit PlanoBalloonFest.org.

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It only takes 1.5 hours of slow-to-average-pace jogging a week to reap the longevity benefits. Walking is also beneficial; the National Institutes of Health says it can add up to 4.5 years to the average life expectancy. Seventy-five minutes of brisk walking a week can add 1.8 years to life expectancy after age 40, according to study results cited in PLOS Medicine.

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s the first school in the nation to go completely meatless, 400 students at New York City’s P.S. 244, the Active Learning Elementary School, are treated to eclectic fare that includes black bean and cheese quesadillas, falafels, and tofu in an Asian sesame sauce. “We’ve had a really great response from the kids, but they also understand it’s about healthy options,” says Principal Bob Groff. “Because we teach them to make healthy choices, they understand what is happening and believe in what we’re doing, too.”

When the school opened in 2008, the cafeteria served vegetarian meals three days a week. “We started to try out recipes with small groups of students to see what they liked and didn’t like. It was a hit,” says Groff. All meals adhere to U.S. Department of Agriculture standards, so students get plenty of nutrient- and protein-dense vegetables. Students are also welcome to pack their own lunches, including meat.

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Scientists at the University of Washington found that subjects reported a 61 percent decrease in back pain when practicing yoga in a 12-week period compared with doing simple stretching. The researchers attributed their findings, published in Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, to yoga’s physical and breathing exercises and how they increase awareness and relaxation.

Another project, funded by Arthritis Research UK, showed that Britons with longterm back pain that took a 12-week yoga course reported 75 percent fewer sick days.

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General Motors (GM), is planning to double the number of 40 highway MPG models by 2017 by using advanced materials and technology to improve fuel economy by 18 percent. The Chevy Spark EV, Volt, Buick LaCrosse and Regal with eAssist have electric components to provide improved fuel economy. Even clean diesel technology has found its way into the Chevy Cruze, yielding more than 40 MPG.

Ford will offer a package for the 2014 Ford F-150 that can operate on either natural gas or gasoline, through separate fuel systems. The vehicle can be fitted with new fuel tanks, fuel lines, and unique fuel injectors for between $7,500 and $9,500, depending on fuel capacity. Ford plans to have eight different commercial vehicles available with this option and is on a

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WORKOUTS Moving the Body Opens the Door to Spirit

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up the pace, Pierrat leads t’s the Sabbath, a day of “Exercise can the group through a funky, prayer, and millions of peobe a powerful rave-like series of dance ple across America are quimoves aimed at “opening etly sitting or kneeling, humbly gateway to up” the hips and chest and communing with a power something less tangible deep greater than themselves. the spiritual.” inside. By song five, the

But inside the Alchemy sweat is flowing and some of Movement studio in Boul~ Chantal Pierrat are dancing unabashedly, der, Colorado, the Soul Sweat eyes closed, lost in the music. Others are faithful are connecting with their higher smiling broadly, making eye contact in power in a different fashion. In bare the mirror. feet, and wearing yoga pants and tank

The sense of joy and interconnecttops, they find a place before a wall-toedness in the room is palpable. “Exerwall mirror while a slow, Afro-Brazilian cise can be a powerful gateway to the rhythm vibrates the wooden floor. spiritual,” observes Pierrat, the founder

At the urging of instructor Chantal of Soul Sweat, a highly choreographed, Pierrat, they let their arms and necks go spiritually charged dance workout. limp, shaking off the week’s stresses via

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ity that the two seemingly incongruous goals could be intertwined, the spirituality-fitness link has spread well beyond the yoga mat. It has spawned fusions ranging from Body Gospel, a Christian workout tape, and Jewish Yoga classes to triathlon programs rooted in Native American teachings and Buddhism-based running meditation workshops.

In addition, creative instructors have been fusing body/mind/spirit classics like yoga and Pilates with hard-core cardio disciplines like spinning and boxing.

Half of all U.S. fitness clubs now offer mind/body programming, according to the IDEA Health & Fitness Association, and the portion of classes dedicated to “mind/spirit” versus just “body” is on the rise.

“The newer programming is balanced 50-50, rather than the 80-20 body-mind split of the past,” estimates Sandy Todd Webster, editor in chief of IDEA’s publications.

At a time when, according to the Pew Forum on Religion & Public Life, the number of people that identify with “no organized religion” continues to grow (topping one-fifth of Americans and one-third of U.S. adults under 30), more people than ever are exploring exercise as a path to both flatter abs and deeper self-discovery. “We have spent so long focusing on the mind and the brain… but that is not the whole story,” says Pierrat.

“The somatic, or physical, expression of spirituality is the future.”

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The notion that intense dancing or a long run could spark what feels like a spiritual awakening makes sense to Philadelphiabased research neuroscientist and physician Andrew Newberg, author of How God Changes Your Brain. A pioneer in the field of integrative “neurotheology”, he has for years used brain imaging technologies to study the impact religious or spiritual practices like deep meditation, intense prayer and speaking in tongues have on the brain. Exercise, he says, provides many of the same effects.

In addition to prompting a surge of feel-good endorphins, a highly strenuous workout is one of the few activities that can lead to simultaneous activation of both sympathetic (fight-or-flight) and parasympathetic (calming) nervous

“God has created us with a body. Why aren’t we praying with our body?” ~ Marcus Freed system reactions. “Normally, when one of these is active, the other one shuts down, but when people drive one or the other to a very heightened level of activity, there is some evidence that the other turns on too,” explains Newberg.

That intense dual firing can paradoxically lead to an interruption in sensory information traveling to areas of the brain that control our sense of ourselves at any moment. “Not only do you have this great feeling of energy and calmness, but you tend to lose your sense of space and time,” he notes.

Newberg’s own research also suggests that when people “surrender” themselves in a spiritual practice, the frontal lobe (the practical part of the brain that keeps our thoughts in check) quiets.

He speculates that something similar may happen in the midst of, say, a marathon or intense dance, enabling out of the ordinary thoughts and feelings to surface. “It can allow for creativity—a blending of different, more intuitive ideas in ways you don’t normally mix things,” comments Newberg.

So, is exercise able to only make us feel like we’re having a mystical experience, or is it somehow actually opening a channel to the divine? Newberg declines to go there, commenting that a brain scan tells what’s going on in the brain, not in the soul. Yet he has no doubt the two are inextricably linked. He says, “There are many well-known examples of intense experiences, like Sufi dancing, generating spiritual experiences for people.”

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Marcus Freed is one of those people. He grew up in a traditional Jewish family in London, England, and attended a rabbinical seminary in Israel. Still, he felt that something was missing in his spiritual life. “I thought, ‘God has created us with a body. Why aren’t we praying with our body?’”

Freed says that Biblical text often references the body: King David, in the Book of Psalms, says, “Let all my bones praise the creator.” The Jewish Talmud refers to a rabbi that “stretched his spine with a prayer of gratitude.” Yet, Freed observes, the physical elements of daily spiritual practice have been largely forgotten over the centuries. When he discovered yoga, it filled a gap for him. “I found a way to draw upon this incredible spiritual literature but ground it in the body, so that experience is not just in the head, but also in the heart.”

Thus, Freed founded Bibliyoga, which launches each class with a Hebrew or Kabbalistic teaching, followed by poses that incorporate its themes, as reflected in his book, The Kosher Sutras: The Jewish Way in Yoga and Meditation. The practice, now taught in cities around the United States and Europe, has prompted the birth of similarly religion-infused classes, including Christ Yoga, and the Jewish Yoga Network. “A lot of people separate things, saying they’ll get their spirituality from one place and their exercise from somewhere else,” says Freed. “I think they are missing out.”

Mindful Sports

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which many athletes say a more mindful approach to training has infused their sport with more meaning, and in some cases, improved their performances.

Ironman Marty Kibiloski, formerly a competitive marathoner and road racer, led what he terms a “high achievement, low contentment” life for years, measuring his self-worth by timed results that never quite satisfied him. In 2006, he attended a Running with the Mind of Meditation three-day workshop, based on Rinpoche Sakyong Mipham’s book of the same name. The retreat combined with his newfound interest in Buddhism,

completely redefined running for him.

Kibiloski prefers to steer clear of the word “spiritual” (which he sees as somewhat ambiguous) when describing what he now experiences when running.

Instead, he frames it as a vehicle for selfdiscovery, a mobile meditation that provides the intense focus and freedom from distraction that enables him to “awaken to how things really are.”

He now leads the retreat that proved pivotal for him, drawing more than 100 runners each Labor Day weekend to the Shambhala Mountain Center, in Red Feather Lakes, Colorado. Participants

learn to focus on the cadence of their footfalls, their breathing and their surroundings to, as he puts it, “move meditation beyond the cushion.” He remarks, “It trains you to have your mind be still when your body is active, which is how you are in everyday life.”

Triathlete Mark Allen credits his work with Brant Secunda, a shaman and teacher in the Huichol Indian tradition of Mexico, for enabling him to overcome negative self-talk and physical stresses and go on to win the Ironman World Championship in Kona, Hawaii, six times in the late 1980s and early 90s. He notes, “In every one of my physical workouts, I also focused on training the spiritual aspect, so that when I got that chatter in my head, saying, ‘This is too hard’ or ‘I want to quit,’ I could go to a quiet place, rather than a negative one.”

Based on their book, Fit Soul, Fit Body: Nine Keys to a Healthier, Happier You, the pair conduct workshops around the country on how to strengthen both soul and body by intertwining both.

“Some people think you are only spiritual when you are praying, but when you are moving your body, that is an intensely spiritual experience, too,” says Allen. “It’s my way of saying, ‘Thank you for letting me be alive.’”

Lisa Marshall is a freelance health writer near Boulder, CO. Connect at Lisa@LisaAnnMarshall.com.

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hen a woman separated from her husband last fall, she tried hard to shut down her emotions. A 30-year-old working mother of two young boys, she felt she couldn’t afford to be sad or angry, even as she con-

templated divorce. But something shifted when she began taking yoga classes in her town in northern Michigan. “It was my one place to relax and let go,” says Emily, who asked that her real name stay private. “I used to go to class, get into

a deep stretch and cry. It was like my muscles were connected with my heart.

My instructor would warn us that certain poses would provide emotional releases, and sure enough, the tears would fall.”

People suffering disruptive changes —from losing a loved one to coping with unemployment or striving for sobriety—often find yoga to be a healing force. Lola Remy, of yogaHOPE, a Boston and Seattle nonprofit that helps women navigate challenging transitions, attests that yoga makes them feel safe enough in their bodies to process difficult emotions.

“The goal isn’t to make stressors go away, it’s to learn resilience,” Remy explains. “Irreparable harm isn’t necessarily the only result of experiencing stress. Even if I’m in a challenging position—like wobbling in the tree pose—I can see that I’m still okay.”

The object is to teach women that their bodies are strong and capable, giving them more confidence in their ability to weather obstacles off the mat.

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fected by some forms of severe traumatic stress. A study in the Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences that scanned the brains of trauma survivors after a reminder of the traumatic event revealed decreased activity in the prefrontal cortex—the part of the brain that helps make sense of raw emotions and bodily experiences.

While shutting down the connection between body and mind can help in coping with dangerous experiences, it also makes recovery difficult. “You need to have a high-functioning prefrontal cortex to organize the thoughts that come up and know that you’re safe in the present moment,” advises David Emerson, director of yoga services at the Trauma Center, in Brookline, Massachusetts. “Otherwise, you’re assaulted by memory sensory information.”

Yoga appears to rewire the brains of trauma survivors to stop reliving past distress. “You can’t talk your prefrontal cortex into functioning well again,” Emerson observes. “But you may be able to do it with your body.”

The study found that eight female patients that participated in traumasensitive yoga saw significant decreases in the frequency and severity of their post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms. In a study at the Brigham and Women’s Hospital, in Boston, co-sponsored by the U.S. Department of Defense, military veterans enrolled in a 10-week yoga course also showed improvement in PTSD symptoms.

A paper presented at a recent International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies conference studied 64 people that had experienced childhood abuse and neglect; those that participated in a trauma-sensitive yoga course had a 33 percent reduction in PTSD symptoms. Two months later, more than 50 percent in the yoga group experienced greater freedom and were no longer diagnosed as suffering from PTSD, compared to the control group’s 21 percent.

Yoga can also transform traumatized lives in other ways. “For many traumatized people, being touched intimately can be a trigger,” Emerson remarks. “Yoga may let them feel ready for physical intimacy again. Others have mentioned victories such as being

able to go to the grocery store and knowing exactly what foods their bodies crave.”

Emerson notes that such programs emphasize choice and individual empowerment. “The beauty of yoga is that you reclaim your body as your own.”

at Boston’s Mind Body Institute, sees programs like these enriching our culture’s understanding of the physical and mental health connection. “In a country where drugs and surgery are often the first go-to,” she says, “it’s important to remember that things like yoga can change our chemistry, too.”

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Sarah Todd is an East Coast-based writer and editor. Connect at SarahToddInk.com.

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“I have individuals I’ve worked with for 10 years, and have come to know them and their bodies and habits well,” says Kristin McGee, a New York City trainer who counts celebrities like Steve Martin and Tina Fey as clients. By understanding all aspects of each of her clients, she says she can better tailor programs to meet their needs.

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Gee helped lift her spirits, ease her back into full-body fitness and even slay some psychological dragons. “We worked her lower half; we kept her strong and her moods steady with meditation and yoga,” McGee says. “The physical therapist knew how to work with her shoulder joint, but not with the rest of her body and the rest of her life.”

Duke felt, as she puts it, “a significant fear of falling” after the accident.

“So we spent an enormous amount of time on balance and making sure I didn’t feel nervous.”

McGee was able to help Duke prevent fitness loss, which can happen to anyone that goes four weeks without exercising, reports Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise journal. Maintaining regular exercise can also deter depression, confirmed by a study in the Annals of Behavioral Medicine. Three years after the injury, Duke can now hold a

downward dog yoga pose and do a headstand. “I’m also running again,” Duke adds. “I’m signed up for a half marathon.”

Richard Cotton, a personal trainer in Indianapolis, Indiana, and the American College of Sports Medicine’s national director of certification, agrees that a good long-term trainer often serves as a fitness, nutrition and even life coach. “You can’t metaphorically cut off people’s heads and only train their bodies. Then you are just a technician,” he observes.

Building a true foundation for health requires understanding the importance of each building block, not just working with a trainer for a few sessions and afterwards going blindly through the motions, attests Sandra Blackie, a former professional bodybuilder, certified nutritionist and current personal trainer in San Diego, California. “I want to educate my clients.”

During extended periods, good trainers also revise routines at least once every four weeks to prevent adaptation, another problem that can hinder reaching fitness goals. “Without trainers, people often get stuck in a rut and lose motivation,” remarks Blackie, who also adapts exercises according to bodily changes due to aging or other conditions.

Long-term relationships also allow trainers to focus on the individual’s bottom-line goals, Cotton notes. For instance, “I want to lose 10 pounds,” might really mean, “I want the energy to play with my kids,” or “I want to feel more alert at work.”

“Achievable goals evolve from values,” Cotton explains. “It’s not about getting in super great shape for six months and then stopping. It’s about creating a foundation for life.”

Freelance journalist Debra Melani writes about health care and fitness from Lyons, CO. Connect at DebraMelani.com or DMelani@msn.com.

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Dallas-Fort Worth Bike/Pedestrian Projects Awarded $23 million

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allas-Fort Worth area bicycle and pedestrian projects spanning 17 cities, seven counties and two transit agencies have received a $23.2 million boost from the Texas Transportation Commission (TTC). With local entities contributing more than $11 million toward the projects, more than $34 million is to be spent on transportation enhancements, improving bicycle and pedestrian access in Collin, Dallas, Denton, Ellis, Johnson, Kaufman and Tarrant counties.

The money will fund a mixture of large and small projects. Fifteen bicycle and four pedestrian improvement projects received funds.

run from the north end of the Katy Trail at Northwest Highway, north to Greenville Avenue, along Dallas Area Rapid Transit right-of-way.

• The North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) received $552,000 for a regional education and safety campaign to promote a culture of safety for bicycle and pedestrian activities, and to encourage and educate residents about the benefits of walking and biking as alternative modes of transportation.

• The Denton County Transportation Authority was awarded almost $2 million for a 1.5-mile extension of the A-train Rail Trail along railroad right-of-way from Swisher Road in Lake Dallas south to Kelton Road, in Hickory Creek.

• The Fort Worth Transportation Authority (The T) received $416,000 for expansion of its bike-sharing program.

• $200,000 for an on-street bicycle route signage project in McKinney.

This was one of the largest bicyclepedestrian funding allocations for the region in recent years, as the Dallas-Fort Worth area received roughly one-third of the $70 million awarded across the state.

The money for these projects comes from remaining funds from the Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users (SAFETEALU), the law that authorized the federal transportation system until last year. It has now been replaced by the current federal transportation bill, Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century (MAP-21).

• $3.01 million for a 2.5-mile trail extension of the VeloWay/SoPac project in Dallas. The latter will receive a 50 percent local match from Dallas County and

• Fort Worth was awarded $2.16 million for the East Bank extension of the Trinity Trails Clear Fork and will be matched by $539,000 from the city.

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Equine Therapy Straight from the Horse’s Mouth

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Allison Ingels, MA, an equine healing arts facilitator, feels that through a connection with horses and nature, it is possible to gain awareness of unresolved emotional patterns and have the opportunity to bring healing to those areas of your life.

My life’s path as an equine healing arts facilitator has been a journey of returning home to my authentic self. Horses have been a passion for me as long as I can remember. There is a deep spiritual connection to a larger creative presence when I am with horses. My healing journey took me to the University of Santa Monica, where I received a Master of Arts [degree] in Spiritual Psychology while completing a certification as an equine facilitated learning coach.

I was given insight into emotional harmonics and how they create resonance in relationships. The commitment behind my work is that everyone has the freedom to experience the joy of giving and receiving love in a healthy way, the power to deeply love and accept themselves and to experience inner peace.

Heaven comes to Earth for me when I am fulfilling on this commitment.

What creates resonance in relationships?

My program, Resonance: The Harmonics of Relationships, Equine Healing Arts, incorporates three basic tenets: 1) Outer experience is a reflection of inner reality.

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For example, if a woman is abused, she may experience blocked energy in the area of her throat. This blocked energy will attract a similarly felt experience into her life so that the scream can be released. Unfortunately, people who have been in these types of situations may re-experience abusive relationships many times before discovering a way to break free from the pattern of abuse.

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utoimmune dismation and intestinal eases are the third permeability or engaging leading cause of the immune system in death in the U.S. Curthe intestines that does rently, there are more than not result in damage to 50 million people in the the villi. Celiac disease country diagnosed with is but one tentacle of the an autoimmune condition; gluten-related disorders more than cardiovascular octopus. disease (22 million) and It has been proved that cancer (9 million) comthe intestine is not the bined. only tissue targeted by

The list of autoimthe immune reaction to mune diseases includes gluten. The prime exMS, Type 1 diabetes, ample of this is a disease celiac disease, lupus, called dermatitis herpetiHashimoto’s thyroiditis, formis (DH), where the Betty Murray, CN, CHC rheumatoid arthritis, gluten sensitivity maniSjögren’s syndrome and fests primarily in the skin, scleroderma. Celiac disease, unlike with only mild or no intestinal involveall the others, is the only autoimmune ment. Perhaps a number of autoimmune disease for which the exact trigger is diseases involve an immune response known. Gluten is the trigger for celiac to dietary gluten, indicating that it can disease, and when that trigger is recreate symptoms anywhere in the body. moved, the body stops destroying its Gluten may be the unknown trigger of own small intestine. autoimmune disease through its effect of

The damage gluten causes to the creating a leaky gut. small intestine results in leaky gut syn To find out if gluten is a player in drome, where undigested foods, bactheir health, people can get tested for teria, yeast and other toxins spill from anti-gliadin antibodies, a genetic risk for the intestines into the bloodstream, thus gluten sensitivity and celiac, and cross engaging the immune system. It may reactivity to other foods. This should very well be a key player in developing include a comprehensive stool analysis autoimmune diseases. In fact, a recent test completed to assess gut health. An study indicated that the number of years old-school elimination diet (CleanseThea person has consumed gluten increases Book.com) provides an easy-to-follow the number of autoimmune disorders self-test. Many of these steps are best found in celiac disease suffers. Those administered with the help of an experiwith late onset autoimmunity or delayed enced clinician skilled in working with diagnosis have a greater risk of other au- autoimmune conditions. toimmune disorders. So leaky gut equals autoimmunity risk.

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FAT FIGHT Like Us, Pets Must Eat Right and Keep Moving

by Dr. Shawn Messonnier

from the organization’s headquarters in Calabash, North Carolina.

Current medical consensus states that an animal is obese if it weighs at least 15 percent more than its ideal weight. But looking at body composition is more accurate, based on measurements top-to-bottom and side-to-side and depth to the ribs and spine.

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besity, a severe and debilitating illness, is the most common nutritional disease in both animals and people. The latest survey of 121 veterinarians in 36 states by the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention (APOP) and corroborating American Veterinarian Medical Association data reveal we have 80 million fat cats and obese dogs; that’s more than 58 percent of dogs and 52 percent of domesticated cats. “Pet obesity remains the leading health threat to our nation’s pets,” says Dr. Ernie Ward, APOP’s founder,

Health Issues

Animals aren’t born fat. Obesity results from too many calories in food, snacks and treats, paired with a lack of aerobic exercise. People may believe they are showing love by rewarding begging with treats, but they actually may be slowly killing their companions with kindness, putting them on a path toward

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painful and costly medical problems.

These can include cancer, cardiac problems, complications from drug therapy, difficulty breathing, heat intolerance, hypertension, intervertebral disk disease, orthopedic conditions (including arthritis), lethargy and ruptured ligaments. Also, because excess body fat first deposits in the cavities of the chest and abdomen and under the skin, hypothyroidism and diabetes mellitus can develop, so screen overweight animals for these disorders prior to treatment for obesity.

Tackling obesity involves restricting calories and increasing the metabolic rate with a controlled exercise program. Diet and exercise are the two most vital factors in fighting fat.

Eating Right

Simply switching to a store-bought “lite” pet food is inadequate because many are designed to maintain, not lose, weight. Also, many products contain chemicals, byproducts and unhealthy fillers that are contrary to a holistic program.

A homemade restrictedcalorie diet is the best

choice for obese animals. The second is a processed “obesity-management” diet available through veterinarians, although many of these also contain chemicals, byproducts and fillers. Such diets can be used to attain the target weight, and then replaced with a homemade maintenance diet.

Foods high in fiber work well for shedding pounds because they increase metabolism. Vegetable fiber decreases fat and glucose absorption. Fluctuating glucose levels cause greater insulin release that can lead to diabetes; because insulin is needed for fat storage, low, stable levels are preferred. Fiber also binds to fat in the intestinal tract and increases the movement of digested food through the intestines.

Supplement Options

Several natural therapies may be helpful for treating animal obesity. These include herbs such as cayenne, ginger and mustard; white bean extract; chromium; carnitine; hydroxycitric acid (HCA); epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG); and coenzyme Q10. All have been widely used with variable success, although not yet thoroughly researched or clinically proven.

A supplement called Vetri-Lean appears promising. Based on a white bean extract, it has cut starch digestion by up to 75 percent in the company’s clinical tests. The formula also has EGCG from green tea extract to boost metabolism, inhibit carbohydrate-digesting enzymes and help maintain normal blood insulin levels, all to help dissolve fat and control appetite. Chromium polynicotinate, another ingredient, also helps to curb appetite, build muscles and reduce fat.

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As with humans, a regular program of supervised exercise is essential to pet health. Experience shows that it must be combined with a diet and supplement plan to achieve maximum results for overweight pets. Along with burning off excess calories, even mild exercise works to reduce hunger, improve muscle strength and aerobic capacity and improve functioning of organs. Plus, as veterinarians further attest, the activity is mentally stimulating for both animals and guardians, while decreasing behavioral problems.

There is no one best exercise program for every animal; a sensible plan must be personalized to needs and abilities. Consult a veterinarian to determine the best regimen. As always, prevention is better than a cure, so staying alert to signs of additional pounds and keeping an animal from becoming obese in the first place is optimum.

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Sugar Monster How Sweet It Isn’t

by Kathleen Barnes

“Am I a sugar addict?” There’s an easy way to tell.

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f you have to ask yourself, you are,” advises Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum, a renowned integrative physician in Kona, Hawaii, and author of Beat Sugar Addiction Now!

The dangers of excessive sugar consumption, especially of highfructose corn syrup (HFCS), are well known. Yet such cheap, corn-based sweeteners account for nearly 56 percent of all sweeteners, especially in beverages.

The average American annually consumes 152 pounds of sugar, compared to 109 pounds in 1950, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. A large portion is ingested as sugary liquids, including juices and an average of 46 gallons of soft drinks a year— compared to 11 gallons 50 years ago.

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Certainly, high-calorie sugars trigger weight gain, but it may be news that calories from sugar act differently in the body than those from other foods. “Fat doesn’t make you fat. Sugar makes you fat,” states Dr. John Salerno, director of The Salerno Center for Complementary Medicine, in New York, Tokyo and Sao Paolo, Brazil.

“Eating carbohydrates quickly raises blood sugar (glucose), prompting the release of insulin to transport the glucose not immediately needed for energy, to the cells,” Salerno explains in his new book, The Salerno Solution: An Ounce of Prevention, a Lifetime of Health. “If there is more glucose than you need, the remainder is stored in the liver and muscles as glycogen, and then converted to fat.”

Killing Effect

While the negative effects of excess sugar consumption have been documented for decades, “Evidence is mounting that sugar is the primary cause of obesity, plus many chronic and lethal diseases,” says Osteopathic Physician Joseph Mercola, of Hoffman Estates, Illinois, who runs the highly popular natural health website, Mercola.com, and has authored books that include The No-Grain Diet and Sweet Deception.

“Excessive fructose consumption leads to insulin resistance that appears to be the root of many, if not most, chronic diseases,” says Mercola. Beyond the obvious association with obesity, hypertension, Type 2 diabetes, liver and heart disease and Alzheimer’s have all been linked to sugar, according to the National Center for Biotechnology Information at the National Institutes of Health.

“Sugar, in excess, is a toxin, unrelated to its calories,” says Dr. Robert Lustig, an endocrinologist and professor of clinical pediatrics at the University of California, San Francisco. “The dose determines the poison. Like alcohol, a little sugar is fine, but a lot is not. And the food industry has put us way over our limit.”

Sugar can be addictive, continues Lustig.

“It has clear potential for abuse. Like tobacco and alcohol, sugar acts on the brain to encourage subsequent intake.”

Risky Substitutes

No-calorie artificial sweeteners can be equally dangerous by convincing us we are bypassing calories. The 5,000-participant San Antonio Heart Study, which followed subjects for seven to eight years, showed that adults consuming regular or diet soft drinks were likely to gain weight, but those that drank the diet versions were more likely to become obese. Participants in Massachusetts’ Framingham Heart Study further confirmed that soft drink lovers in general were 40 percent more likely than non soda-drinkers to develop metabolic syndrome, increasing the risk of diabetes and heart disease.

Studies from Washington University School of Medicine, in St. Louis, Missouri; National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases; and Gunma University, in Maebashi, Japan, suggest that sucralose (marketed primar-

ily under the brand name Splenda) can trigger the release of insulin as though sugar has been consumed; over time, this contributes to insulin resistance and Type 2 diabetes.

Aspartame and saccharin have also been associated with weight gain and suppressed satiety (fullness) response, effecting overeating and possibly even cancer. Such effects are supported by studies from at least seven countries, published by the National Center for Biotechnology Information. Finally, xylitol, another low-calorie sweetener that some claim to be natural, is actually highly processed and even a small amount can cause diarrhea.

Healthy Sweeteners

n Stevia, a powdered extract of a South American plant, is the most popular natural sweetener, delivering no calories or blood sugar swings; 200 to 300 times sweeter than sugar, a little goes a long way. Look for a product with no additives. n Sucanat—minimally processed, dehydrated cane sugar juice—is a reasonably healthy alternative, especially to substitute measure for measure in baking. Because it metabolizes like sugar, it too will cause blood sugar swings; also note that both agave and “raw” sugar, which is merely less refined table sugar, have similar effects. n Honey, while not calorie-free, is high in heart-healthy flavonoids and antiallergens, and may even help lower cholesterol, according to a study from University Hospital Giessen and Marburg, in Germany. n Maple syrup carries calories, but is also a rich source of polyphenol antiinflammatory antioxidants. A University of Rhode Island, Kingston, study suggests that maple syrup may help manage Type 2 diabetes. n Molasses, while not calorie-free, is a worthy alternative if weight isn’t an issue, since it’s a good source of minerals, especially iron. n Raw monk fruit (avoid processed Nectresse), a small, sweet melon native to China and Southeast Asia known as luo han guo, has traditionally been

used in herbal medicine. It is touted as being low in carbs and is 200 to 300 times sweeter than sugar. n Coconut sugar is generating excitement largely because of its low glycemic index (35) and low carbohydrate qualities. This optimum option is a good source of potassium, magnesium, iron, boron, zinc, sulfur and copper. n All fruit contains fructose, but in a natural state—not synthesized as a vegetable product like corn syrup. Fruit also comes loaded with health benefits, so eating it in moderation works, especially fruits and berries that are low on the glycemic index, a measure of carbohydrate effects on blood sugar levels.

Kathleen Barnes has authored many natural health books. Connect at KathleenBarnes.com.

Corn Syrup Hides in Processed Foods Most of us might suspect that highfructose corn syrup (HFCS) lurks in soft drinks, baked goods, candy and other sweets, but substantial amounts permeate many processed foods. Key culprits include: 4 Applesauce 4 Bottled steak and barbecue sauces 4 Breads 4 Breakfast cereals (including low-calorie ones) 4 Canned soups 4 Catsup 4 Canned vegetables 4 Cottage cheese 4 Flavored yogurt 4 Juice drinks 4 Salad dressings 4 Spaghetti sauce Notes: HFCS sometimes hides on labels as inulin, glucose-fructose syrup, isoglucose and fruit fructose, among others.

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The Allure of Confidence Supermodel Sarah DeAnna’s Universal Beauty Secrets

by April Thompson

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ongtime supermodel Sarah DeAnna believes in our ability to shape both our life—and our looks.

Raised by a single mom in the small farm town of Jefferson, Oregon, DeAnna made her way to Los Angeles after putting herself through college, earning a degree in international business marketing from Oregon State University, in Corvallis. While she planned to pursue a graduate degree in business at the University of California, a chance meeting with a photographer at a Hollywood café instead launched her career as an international fashion model, realizing a childhood dream.

This natural health trendsetter has since appeared in Vogue, Elle and Marie Claire, and walked the runway for such internationally renowned designers as Dolce & Gabbana, Versace and Stella McCartney. DeAnna credits her success to her commitment to modeling a healthy, balanced lifestyle. In her new book, Supermodel You, she debunks myths about modeling, fitness and beauty, explaining how beauty emanates from the inside out.

How does self-awareness bring out one’s natural beauty?

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throwing you off balance— like carrying more weight on one foot or turning a foot out when you walk— are small steps to developing self-awareness.

When a Harvard University study informed a group of hotel housekeepers that didn’t consider themselves physically active that they were actually exercising all day long, they all lost weight. The only difference was their awareness of their work as exercise.

Why do you believe that models that follow less severe diets and workout regimens are better off?

Restrictive extremes put enormous stress on your body, which is a leading cause of unhealthy weight gain. When I first started out, I didn’t know that I was eating too little and working out too much and too hard. Then my agent told me to ease my exercise and start eating some healthy fats again, which the body needs. When I stopped overdoing it, I both felt better and achieved my target weight.

There isn’t any one kind of diet or exercise practice that’s right for everyone; it’s all about having a positive relationship with food and your body.

What are some of your favorite tips for getting a good night’s sleep?

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Creating a sleep ritual is helpful; I light candles and lower music in the house to wind down long before when I want to be asleep.

How do models manage to look like a million bucks on a modest income while they await their big break?

Confidence is the most beautiful thing.

Good posture makes you look thinner and better-looking. It’s not the number of pounds that matter; you know before you step on the scale if you are happy with the way you look and feel.

As for fashion, it’s not just what you wear, but how you wear it. How clothes fit is important. We all have different shapes, and even models will have “muffin tops” if the pants aren’t hitting their hips in the right place.

Rather than focus on the size, focus on how a garment looks on you.

You’ve been told that you aren’t “commercially beautiful”. How can each of us reframe the way we think about our own appeal?

I’m sometimes told I’m too edgylooking or too strong-featured. But as my agent says, if everyone liked me, I would just be ordinary. You need to love whatever is different about you.

Cindy Crawford has a noticeable mole; Tyra Banks has a large forehead. These models turned such “flaws” into personal trademarks that set them apart.

The industry can be unkind to older models. What lessons have you learned from watching your predecessors?

The modeling business is finally realizing that society wants to see more natural-looking women, so they are bringing back the older supermodels, and they look amazing. We are even seeing models in their 80s now as an awesome positive representation of older women. It’s all about having a positive outlook and embracing who and what you are.

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What Peace Means to Children The World We All Need

by Kids for Peace

Peace is… a wish that grows around the world everyone feeling music in their hearts everyone having someone to love everyone knowing they are in a safe place everyone knowing they are beautiful inside and out singing together making art and sharing it with others growing a garden, planting a tree protecting animals getting Dorothy back home everyone playing sports instead of going to war happiness for all, peace on Earth and pizza for all people being kissed goodnight every child having a family every child having a ball to play with at least one hug a day a warm bed to dream in the angel in my heart using your voice for good treating others as you wish to be treated sending all soldiers home to their families people shaking hands

keeping our world safe knowing anything is possible

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having fun and being kind helping people in need everyone having an education everyone having good food goodness laughter love meditating nature the beauty that surrounds the world

Kids for Peace Pledge I pledge to use my words to speak in a kind way.

I pledge to help others as I go throughout my day.

I pledge to care for our Earth with my healing heart and hands.

I pledge to respect people in each and every land.

I pledge to join together as we unite the big and small.

I pledge to do my part to create peace for one and all.

Contributions are by children ages 5 to 11. For more information, visit KidsForPeaceGlobal.org.

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greenliving Homework, Lunch, Buses Get an Eco-Makeover

by Avery Mack

With paperless homework, bookless backpacks, zero waste lunches, plastic-free filtered water and classrooms without walls, today’s parents and teachers are bringing eco-friendly ways to schools and giving students an early appreciation of the importance of environmental health.

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oing green goes both ways— home to school and school to home. Alysia Reiner, an actress and eco-advocate from New York’s Harlem neighborhood, became involved with the Bank Street School for Children when her daughter enrolled at age 3. “I’m green at home, so in my mind her school had to be green, too. With no programs in place, I made suggestions, which got me elected co-chair of the green committee,” says Reiner, with a smile.

“Today, we have a school-wide composting program serving 1,500 students that has reduced previous levels of food waste by 75 percent. To raise awareness and funds to support it, we sold reusable snack sacks, stainless steel water bottles and home composting bags.” An innovative chef focuses on organic foods with vegetarian options for school lunches.

The next step is a rooftop garden.

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When Sheila Hageman, an author, teacher and public speaker living in Milford, Connecticut, first read the memo requesting garbage-free lunches for her three children at the New England School-Montessori, she couldn’t imagine packing food without the use of plastic wrap, sandwich bags or paper napkins, but, “Now, it’s no big deal,” she says. “I use glass containers and cloth napkins.

The kids eat better quality food. It costs less, too, because prepackaged snacks are out.” She notes that the governing rule is one protein, one fruit and one vegetable. The school even has a natural composter—a class guinea pig that loves to eat leftover veggies.

Students often bring the first of their homegrown vegetables each season for show and tell in the classroom, where they normally eat lunch. It’s a neat way to avoid mass-produced food; the

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school has no cafeteria. “A little change becomes part of a lifestyle,” remarks Hageman.

Oxbridge Academy of the Palm Beaches, for grades nine through 12, in West Palm Beach, Florida, provides a near-paperless experience for students, all of which are issued computers.

Homework is assigned, completed, graded and returned; tests are given and graded; report cards are sent and textbooks studied—all online.

“We buy one set of print books, since not all students learn the same way.

But e-books can be updated electronically each year, saving the educational costs of outdated materials and financial costs of replacement,” says Teresa Thornton, Ph.D., the science teacher who spearheaded many of the school’s green initiatives. “By the end of the year, they know how to use software programs to organize and analyze information.”

In Pittsburgh, Chatham University follows the example of eco-pioneer and Silent Spring author Rachel Carson, a class of 1929 alumna, to preserve, maintain and restore nature. With the goal to be carbon neutral by 2025, sustainability becomes part of every decision.

The Chatham Eastside facility, located in a revitalization area, reclaimed a former manufacturing complex.

“We are the first school in Pennsylvania to have a solar hot water system,” says Mary Whitney, the school’s sustainability coordinator. “Bottled water was banned in 2011 and filtered water stations provide free refills for stainless steel bottles. The rent-a-bike program is especially popular with international students.” The two campus Zipcars shared by students can be reserved for a fee.

Students also ride free on public transportation.

In Chattanooga, Tennessee, at the Calvin Donaldson Environmental Science Academy, students gain the knowledge and experience to extend the difference they make beyond greening their school. Anne Vilen, a designer for expeditionary learning schools like Donaldson, says, “It’s empowering for students to discover they can make a real impact.”

Connect with Avery Mack via AveryMack@Mindspring.com.

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Center, 5100 Belt Line Rd, Ste 400, Addison. WomenInTheEnvironment.org.

All Calendar events for the October issue must be received by September 10th and adhere to our guidelines. Email publisher@NADallas.com for guidelines and to submit entries.

Jazz in the Atrium: John A. Lewis Trio – 6-8pm. Jazz piano player John Lewis performs his own compositions. Free admission. Food, cocktails available for purchase. Dallas Museum of Art, 1717 N Harwood, Dallas. 214-922-1803. DallasMuseumOfArt.org.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 1 Grasshopper Roundup – 1:30-3:30pm. Learn about the diversity of grasshoppers and round them up on this guided hike. $5 with paid admission. Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge, 9601 Fossil Ridge Rd, Fort Worth. FWNatureCenter.org.

Astronomy on the Meadow Night Walk – 9-11pm.

Guided 1.5-mile night walk. Bring flashlight and binoculars or spotting scope. Meet at the Suncreek Park circular parking lot at 9pm sharp. Hike is not appropriate for young children. Free. Connemara Meadow Preserve, Alma & Tatum Rd, Allen. 214-351-0990.

Register: ConnemaraConservancy.org.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 2 Free Day of Yoga – 9:30am-6:45pm. Complimentary yoga classes offered during National Yoga Month.

Call for schedule. Free. Crescent Yoga Studio, 810 B Alex Ln, Midlothian. 469-285-3559. Info@CrescentYogaStudio.com. CrescentYogaStudio.com

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 4 Fall Vegetable Gardening – 10am-12pm. Learn when to plant, proper soil preparation, insect and disease and weed control. Free. Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Extension Center, Bldg C, 17360 Coit Rd, Dallas. Dallas.TAMU.edu.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 5 Jazz in the Atrium: Rosana Eckert – 6-8pm. Rising vocalist Rosana Eckert fuses bossa nova, blues, and traditional swing with original songs and a unique arranging style. Free admission. Food, cocktails available for purchase. Dallas Museum of Art, 1717 N Harwood, Dallas. 214-922-1803. DallasMuseumOfArt.org.

Going Solar? – 7-8pm. Learn about converting to sun power. Free. Harrington Library, 1501 18th St, Plano.

Melinda Haggerty: 972-769-4391 or Nancy Casillas: 972-769-4313. LiveGreenInPlano.obsres.com.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 Early Birds – 7-9am. Take a leisurely hike around the Nature Center at one of the best times of the day to see wild birds. Bring binoculars and cameras. $10 includes admission fee. Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge, 9601 Fossil Ridge Rd, Fort Worth. Pre-registration required: 817-392-7410. FWNatureCenter.org.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 7 Bird Walk – 8-11am. Expect to see 30-plus species.

Bring binoculars and field guides if you have them.

Free. Connemara Meadow Preserve, Alma & Tatum Rd, Allen. 214-351-0990. Info@ConnemaraConservancy.org. ConnemaraConservancy.org.

Farm Girls Organic Gardening Class – 1-2:30pm.

Donelle Simmons, garden coach and co-host of The Farm Girls Organic Gardening radio show, will share secrets and techniques for fall organic vegetable gardening. Free. Coppell Senior & Community Center, 345 W Bethel Rd, Coppell. CoppellCommunityGarden.org

Living History Series: Walter Mears – 11:30am.

The Living History Series showcases individuals who witnessed the assassination of President John F. Kennedy or other historic events of the 1960s. A Pulitzer Prize-winning political reporter for the Associated Press for more than 40 years, Mears is author of The Kennedy Brothers. Free with museum admission or $10 for program only. Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza, 411 Elm St, Dallas. JFK.org.

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TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 3 Leading from the Heart – 7pm. Learn tools to gain access to inner resources and establish positive habits to live life authentically and naturally. Free. Brahma Kumaris Raja Yoga Meditation Center, 13914 Josey Ln, Dallas. BKDallas.org.

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SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 Author Geyata Ajilvsgi – 2-3pm. Stroll through the butterfly house and gardens then go inside for a book signing and Q & A session with Geyata Ajilvsgi, Austin-based author of Wildflowers of Texas and Butterfly Gardening for Texas. Free. Texas Discovery Gardens, 3601 MLK Jr Blvd, Dallas. TexasDiscoveryGardens.org.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 Book Club: What Are You Reading Now? – 1pm.

Read and discuss great books you’ve read. Free. Haggard Library, 2501 Coit Rd, Plano. 972-769-4250.

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White Rock Lake Cleanup – 8:15am. Walk and talk while picking up trash and recyclables at the Sierra Club’s adopted section of White Rock Lake Park. Area is a prairie restoration area, so there are always birds and wildflowers. Gloves, trash bags, etc. provided.

Brunch after. Meet at Love of the Lake office, NE corner Garland Rd and Buckner Blvd, Dallas. Carol Nash: 214-824-0244. DallasSierraClub.org.

Fall Plant Sale – 10am-2pm. Texas Discovery Garden hosts its annual sale featuring hard-to-find native trees and shrubs. Free admission. Texas Discovery Gardens, 3601 MLK Jr Blvd, Dallas. TexasDiscoveryGardens.org.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 Dallas Sierra Club Meeting – 7-8:30pm. Learn the key points of tree selection and placement to ensure that trees that you plant are a success. Plus learn about the city of Dallas’ electricity generation from a renewable source: biogas. Free. REI Dallas, 4515 LBJ Frwy, Dallas. 972-699-1687. KirkMiller@DallasSierraClub. org. DallasSierraClub.org.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 Advanced Backpacking Class – 6:30-8:45pm.

Class will cover advanced backpacking tips and skills including winter camping, fly-drive planning, equipment, bear barrel packing and week-plus long trekking. $20. REI Dallas, 4515 LBJ Frwy, Dallas. Bill Greer: 972-247-0446. DallasSierraClub.org.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 12 Sharing the Past through Art – 10:30-11:45am. Designed for adults with Alzheimer’s and their caregivers, during this program, participants discuss artists, themes and exhibitions and use artworks to connect to past experiences. Free. Amon Carter Museum of American Art, 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd, Fort Worth.

817-738-1933. For helpful instructions: Visitors@ CarterMuseum.org. CarterMuseum.org.

Art with RePurpose: An Eco-Art Show – 4:308:30pm. Women in the Environment hosts this event, featuring artwork for sale made from upcycled and recycled materials by local artists. Wine, appetizers & silent auction. $10-$25. Addison Gallery & Artisan

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 Storytelling – 12-4:30pm. Join Omistaipokah (Andy) as stories from the past and perhaps the future are shared. Love offering. Four Feathers Trading Post, 3522 CR 2621, Caddo Mills. RSVP: 214-288-9935.

PrayerWalker07@hotmail.com. FourFeathersTradingPost.net.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 Daughter with Bear’s Den – 8pm. 21-year-old musician Elena Tonra aka Daughter performs. $17$26. The Kessler Theater, 1230 W Davis, Dallas.

TheKessler.org.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17 Dallas Arboretum’s Therapeutic Horticulture – 10am-12pm. Participants assemble a colorful succulent sand cube by adding layers of colored sand into a clear container then planting pint-sized succulents.

All supplies included. $8. Coppell Senior Center, 345 W Bethel Rd, Coppell. 972-462-5136.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 18 Fire Safety Awareness Program – 10am-11am.

The presentation will include: Basic Misconceptions

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of Home Fires, Understanding Fires and Overall Solutions on How to Stay Safe. Free. Coppell Senior Center, 345 W Bethel Rd, Coppell. 972-462-5136.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 Jazz in the Atrium: Paul Rogers & Natural Change – 6-8pm. Saxophonist Paul Rogers plays aggressive horn with his group to produce a contemporary jazz and R&B sound. Free admission. Food, cocktails available for purchase. Dallas Museum of Art, 1717 N Harwood, Dallas. 214-922-1803. DallasMuseumOfArt.org.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 21 Global Mala Yoga for Peace – 9-11am. To celebrate both National Yoga Month & UN International Day of Peace, join in performing 108 Sun Salutations as a moving meditation of joy and peace. Free. Donations accepted for Stretch to the Cure. Crescent Yoga Studio, 810 B Alex Ln, Midlothian. 469-285-3559. Info@ CrescentYogaStudio.com. CrescentYogaStudio.com.

Home Depot Wood Workshop 101 – 1-2pm. Join Home Depot for a wood workshop on building tool boxes. The tool boxes are multi-functional and can be turned into a herb garden. Supplies are included. $10.

Coppell Senior Center, 345 W Bethel Rd, Coppell.

972-462-5136.

Plano Balloon Festival – Sept 20-22. 4-10pm, Fri; 6am-10pm, Sat; 6am-7pm, Sun. Balloon launch, entertainment, exhibits, classic car show, kid’s activities. Fun Run, 5K & Half Marathon on Sunday. $5.

Oak Point Park, 2801 E Spring Creek Pkwy, Plano.

PlanoBalloonFest.org.

DADA Bike Swarm – 11am to 4pm. In honor of International Peace Day, several Bike Friendly groups will come together to ride in DADA’s Bike Swarm as part of the Fall Gallery Walk. See website for route.

Free. GreenSourceDFW.org/Calendar The Flower Mound’s Colorful History – 2-3:30pm.

Long time Flower Mound residents Alton Bowman and Mark Glover will provide a historical overview of The Flower Mound, the town’s historic landmark, its colorful history and rich heritage. Free. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Ln, Flower Mound. Register: 972-874-6165. GreenSourceDFW. org/Calendar.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20 In-Sync Exotics Wildlife Rescue Garage Sale – Sept 20-21. 8am-8pm. All proceeds benefit the Wylie big cat sanctuary, which is dealing with an outbreak of canine distemper that has taken the lives of six big cats. Walmart Supercenter, 2050 N Hwy 78, Wylie.

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cal do-it-yourself solutions for home improvement and maintenance. In addition, there will be classes, demonstrations, food vendors, entertainment and children’s activities. Free. Founders Plaza and Levitt Pavillion, Abram & Center, Arlington. ArlingtontTX. gov/Ecofest.

Texas Smartscape Tour – 9-am-12pm. This selfguided tour showcases Coppell homes and community gardens that feature drought-tolerant native and adapted plants that require minimal irrigation. Maps will be available 8:30-10:30am at Helping Hands Garden. Free. Helping Hands Garden, 255 Parkway Blvd, Coppell. CoppellCommunityGarden.org.

Healthy Living Expo & 5K – 9am to 1pm. Learn about the importance of personal health, safety and environmental issues. Free health screenings. Expo and parking are free. 5K is $10-$15. Curtis Culwell Center, 4999 Naaman Forest Blvd, Garland. 972-205-2191.

PBreysac@GarlandTX.gov. GarlandGoesGreen.org.

EcoFest Arlington – 10am to 10pm. Local businesses will be showcasing green products and practi-

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 22 Connemara Meadow Open House – 7-11am. Hike the 72-acre Meadow Preserve at the monthly open house. Free. Connemara Meadow Preserve, Alma & Tatum Rd, Allen. Enter at gate on east side of Alma, south of Bethany. 214-351-0990. Info@ConnemaraConservancy.org. ConnemaraConservancy.org.

Burlesque Workshop – 3:30-5:30pm. This dance workshop combines classic burlesque with Latininspired jazz moves all set to the soundtrack of the summer movie classic Dirty Dancing. $25/in advance, $35/at the door. MoveStudio, 17062 Preston Rd, Ste 108, Dallas. 972-732-0206. Staff@MoveStudio.com.

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MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 Titans of Yoga – 7:15-9:15pm. Find inspiration in Titans of Yoga: 25 Modern Masters of Yoga, Meditation and Mindfulness. This is the official movie of National Yoga Month promoting and educating the health benefits of practicing yoga and meditation.

Free. Donations accepted for Stretch to the Cure.

Crescent Yoga Studio, 810 B Alex Ln, Midlothian.

469-285-3559. Info@CrescentYogaStudio.com.

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Groundwork Dallas and the Trinity Plans – 7-8pm.

Peter Payton, executive director of Groundwork Dallas, will discuss the development of the eco-classroom on the Elm Fork of the Trinity River, the revitalization of the Trinity River and the development of the Trinity Greenbelt as a regional education and recreation epicenter. Free. REI Dallas, 4515 LBJ Frwy, Dallas.

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WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25 Health and Hormones Information Session – 6-8pm.

Guy Francis DO and Miggy Scott PA-C answer your questions about health and hormones the BioTe way.

Free. LivingWell Dallas, 14330 Midway Rd, Building 1 Suite 121, Dallas. 972-930-0260. Miggy@LivingWellDalllas.com. LivingWellDallas.com.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 CPR & AED Training – 10-11am. Hands-on workshop for CPR and AED training taught by the Coppell Fire Department. Sign up in advance. Free.

Coppell Senior Center, 345 W Bethel Rd, Coppell.

972-462-5136.

Public Hearing on Dallas Gas Drilling – 1:304:30pm. The Dallas Plan Commissions hosts its last public hearing on the proposed gas drilling ordinance.

Dallas City Hall, 1500 Marilla, Dallas. DownwindersAtRisk.org.

3522 CR 2621, Caddo Mills. RSVP: 214-288-9935.

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Jazz in the Atrium: Andrea Dawson – 6-8pm. Vocalist Andrea Dawson offers a mixture of Smooth Blues and Rocking Jazz. Free admission. Food, cocktails available for purchase. Dallas Museum of Art, 1717 N Harwood, Dallas. 214-922-1803. DallasMuseumOfArt.org.

Fall Wildflowers – 1:30-3:30pm. Hike around the Nature Center in search of these seasonal beauties. $5 with paid admission. Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge, 9601 Fossil Ridge Rd, Fort Worth. 817392-7410. FWNatureCenter.org.

Top Ways to Keep Your Child Focused – 7-8pm.

Parents and educators are invited to join a discussion on ways to keep children focused during the school year. Participants will learn about the causes of attention issues and what can be done to make your child more successful. Free. Plano Sports Authority, 6500 Preston Meadow, Plano. RSVP: 972-248-9483.

Plano@BrainBalanceCenters.com. BrainBalancePlano.com.

Cranium Cardio – 1-2pm. Fitness isn’t just about lunges and cardio, it’s also about staying mentally nimble. Join this class to engage the brain in thinking tasks to help build brain connections. Free.

Coppell Senior Center, 345 W. Bethel Rd, Coppell.

972-462-5136.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 State Fair of Texas – Thru Oct 21. 10am-9pm, SunThurs; 10am-10pm, Fri & Sat. State Fair featuring entertainment, arts, midway, auto show, children’s activities, exhibits and more. $12-$15. Fair Park, 3921 MLK Jr Blvd, Dallas. BigTex.com.

New Parents Art Tour – 10:30-11:30am. Explore the Amon Carter museum during an adult tour for parents, grandparents and other caregivers with little ones – two years old and younger – in tow. Free. Amon Carter Museum of American Art, 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd, Fort Worth. 817-738-1933. For helpful instructions: Visitors@CarterMuseum.org. CarterMuseum.org.

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Speakers, demos, live music, kids midway, beer garden, vendors and lots of vegan food. Enjoy local food vendors and free food samples, music, arts and other familyfriendly entertainment, while learning about the benefits of a plant-based diet from notable speakers and chefs. Don’t miss out.

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SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 High Five Walk – 8-am-2pm. Noncompetitive 6K and 10Kwalk under the massive five-level freeway interchange at the junction of LBJ Freeway & Central Expressway. Free. Hamilton Park, 12225 Willowdell Dr, Dallas. DallasTrekkers.org.

Fort Worth Trinity Trash Bash – 8:30am-12pm.

Choose any one of the seven locations listed in the online registration form as a cleanup location. Register

by Sept. 8 and receive a free T-shirt. Cleanup followed by after-party at Panther Island Pavilion north of downtown. Register: TRWD.com/TrinityTrashBash.

Dallas REI Trinity Trash Bash – 9-12pm. Cleanup the Campion Trails along the Elm Fork of the Trinity River. Event followed by food, fun, music and prizes. TW Richardson Grove Park, 333 E LBJ Hwy, at the NE corner of Valley View & I-635.

972-721-2175. Info@RockTheGreen.org. Register: RockTheGreen.org.

Market to Kitchen Series – 10am-12pm. The Coppell Farmers Market summer chef demonstration series features Hard Eight BBQ. Free. Coppell Farmers Market, 793 S Coppell Rd, Coppell. 972-462-5165.

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Fort Worth Day in the District – 10am-5pm. Ten cultural destinations will offer free admission and many of Fort Worth’s cultural organizations will offer free performances in and around each destination. Free. Fort Worth Cultural District, University & Lancaster, Fort Worth. FWDayInTheDistrict.org

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Four Feathers Work Party – 1:30-7:30pm. Join The Many Faces People as they work on the Sacred Land.

Perhaps a repair to the Sweat Lodge or the Medicine Wheel? Love offering. Four Feathers Trading Post,

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214-521-6157. CosmicCafeDallas.com.

daily Energy Blast – Exhibit tells the dynamic story of energy and alternative energy resources in North Texas, the Barnett Shale, and the innovative pioneers who continue to make energy a leading industry in the region. Ages 11 & up. Included in $14/adult, $10/ child admission. Fort Worth Museum of Science and History, 1600 Gendy St, Ft Worth. 817-255-9300.

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Live Animals of the World: A Conservation Exhibit – Museum houses 12 types of non-native animals, encouraging visitors to take a proactive role in conserving wild spaces. $9/adults, $6/children 3-12 & seniors, free/members & children ages 2 & under. Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary, 1 Nature Pl, McKinney. 972-562-5566.

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The IMAX Experience: Ft Worth – Showtimes online. Features include Animalopolis; Born to Be Wild; Dolphins; Flight of the Butterflies; Space Junk; Reel Adventures: Night at the Museum; Star Trek Into Darkness; Tornado Alley and Under the Sea. $7/adults, $6/children 2-12 & seniors. Ft Worth Museum of Science & History, Omni Theater, 1600 Gendy St, Ft Worth. 817-255-9300. FWMuseum.org.

Happy Hour at Bar Alto – 5-7pm, weekdays. Take $1 off selections of wine by the glass. Sit back at the bar or in the cafe and relax while you eat a bite or take it with you while you make your shopping selections. Whole Foods Market, 4100 Lomo Alto Dr, Highland Park. 214-520-7993. WholeFoodsMarket. com/Stores/HighlandPark.

Top Ten Wine Selections – 5-7pm, weekdays; 126pm, weekends. Wine tastings and, as always, you can pick up your favorite cheese pairings from a amazing selection of delicious cheeses from around the world. Whole Foods Market, 4100 Lomo Alto Dr, Highland Park. 214-520-7993. WholeFoodsMarket. com/Stores/HighlandPark.

Yoga – 6:15-7:15pm, Tues & Thurs; 12-1pm, Wed & Fri. Drop-in Hatha Yoga Postures classes are offered four times per week. Experience dynamic relaxation through practice of the postures. Suitable for all levels of fitness. $10. Ananda Dallas Meditation & Yoga Center, 4901 Keller Springs Rd, Ste 103, Addison.

972-248-9126. AnandaDallas.org.

sunday Sunday Service/Meditation and Purification – 9-11:15am. Spend a Sunday morning with like-minded people for meditation, chanting, an inspirational talk, readings from the Bible and Bhagavad Gita, and the uplifting Festival of Light. 9-9:45am, Meditation and Purification; 10-11:15am, Service. Ananda Dallas Meditation & Yoga Center, 4901 Keller Springs Rd, Ste 103, Addison. 972-248-9126. AnandaDallas.org.

Dynamic Meditation – 10-11am. One of the active meditations compiled by Osho. Breath, jump, scream and shout, let it all go, then be in the bliss of silence

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Kundalini Yoga – 5-6:30pm. Includes chakra sounds and breathing techniques. Cosmic Cafe, 2912 Oak Lawn Ave, Dallas. 214-521-6157. CosmicCafeDallas.com.

Awakening Heart Meditation – 5-7pm. Interfaith mindfulness meditation, music and message based on the teachings of Thich Nhat Hanh. Facilitated by Brother ChiSing and friends. Childcare provided.

Donation accepted. Dallas Meditation Center, 727 S Floyd Rd, Richardson. 972-432-7871. DallasMeditationCenter.com.

monday Dance Exercise Class – 9:15-10:15am. Mon-Thurs.

Easy-to-follow routines featuring Jacki Sorensen’s creative choreography and a variety of music and artists. Start anytime. 3-wk sample: $25. Cimmaron Park Rec Center in Valley Ranch, 201 Red River Tl, Irving.

972-281-3075. Additional locations: Jackis.com.

Gentle Yoga – 5-6pm. Learn a complete series of seated and standing yoga poses. Chair support will be offered. Wear fitness shoes with good support. Free.

Coppell Senior Center, 345 W Bethel Rd, Coppell.

972-462-5136.

Hot Yoga Community Class – 5:45-6:45pm. A combination of energetic vinyasa flow, power yoga and balance poses. Students focus on twists, holding asanas and strengthening the core muscles. Handson adjustments, enhancements and assists from the instructors. Modifications for all body types and ages. $12 suggested donation. Dynamic Yoga 4 Love Studio, 558 Bluebird Ln, Red Oak. Yoga4Love.net.

Meditation Class – 6:45-7:45pm. 1st & 3rd Mon. Clear the mind to gain clarity of personal goals and improve health. $5. Institute for Total Wellness, 1700 Commerce St, Ste 1400, Dallas. RSVP: 214-7176300. TotalWellnessMBS@yahoo.com. TotalWellnessMBS.com.

Sufi/Zen Poetry – 8pm. Readings from the esoteric masters at the Community Table. All dimensions welcome. Free. Cosmic Cafe, 2912 Oak Lawn Dr, Dallas. 214-521-6157. CosmicCafeDallas.com.

Rescue Free Radio – 8-9pm. Irving-based call-in radio show covering the gamut of animal rights, rescue and protection issues. Internet broadcast.

RadioFreeRescue.com.

tuesday Zumba – 9-9:30am. Latin dance inspired exercise in a fun 30-min class. $5. Curves, 11909 Preston Rd, Ste 1486, Dallas. 213-866-0399.

Aquacise – 9:30-10:15am. Low impact water aerobics for all levels. Participants must be members of the Coppell Senior and Community Center. Free.

Aquatic Center & Recreation Center, 234 E Pkwy, Coppell. Lynn Dorn: 972-462-5136.

Introduction to Taoist Tai Chi – 9:30-11am. Come learn an internal arts of health. $20. Central Congregational Church, 5600 Royal Ln, Dallas. 214-762-1661.

Dallas.TX@Taoist.org. Taoist.org.

Boozeday Tuesday – 5-7pm. Enjoy free tastings while you get your weekly shopping done. Green Grocer, 3614 Greenville Ave, Dallas. GreenGrocerDallas.com.

Zen Lemon – 6-7pm. Yoga class for all levels.

Bring a towel and water. Free. Lululemon-Galleria, 13350 Dallas Pkwy, 3080, Dallas. 972-385-2316.

DallasGalleria-Store@Lululemon.com. Lululemon. com/Dallas/DallasGalleria.

Community Acupuncture – 6:30-7:45pm. Auricular (ear point) acupuncture is provided in group setting for relaxation, reduction of cravings and cleansing. $20/advance, $25/at door. White Rock Holistic Wellness Center, 718 N Buckner Blvd, Ste 416-103, Dallas. Jade: 214-642-0002. Walz.Jennifer@gmail. com. DallasHolisticWellnessCollective.com.

PUBlic Knowledge – 7pm. 1st Tues. Adult gathering celebrating brains and brew, featuring science, history, and guests from diverse fields, presented at a local bar or restaurant. Location: 817-255-9300.

FWMuseum.org/Public-Knowledge.

COH Donation Yoga Class – 7-8pm. Yoga flow class for all levels. Bring own yoga mat. Free. Donations accepted benefit local missions. Community of Hope UMC, 1800 E Debbie Ln, Mansfield. 817-453-2328.

CommunityOfHope.com.

Beginning Taoist Tai Chi Class – 7-8:30pm. Learn the 108 moves of Taoist Tai Chi. Class cost includes matriculation, a shirt, 4 months of beginning classes and 1 month of continuing classes. $165/18-59 years; $100/60-plus; $245/families; $135/full-time students.

Central Congregational Church, 5600 Royal Ln, Dallas. 214-762-1661. Dallas.TX@Taoist.org. Taoist.org.

Laughing Yoga – 7-8pm. Healthy and playful experience that helps the body to move easily, freely, and genuinely laugh. Free, donations accepted. Cosmic Cafe, 2912 Oak Lawn Ave, Dallas. 214-521-6157.

LaughYoga.org.

Guided Meditation Class: Beginner Friendly – 7-9pm. Facilitated by Brother ChiSing. For beginners and more advanced practitioners who want to supplement their silent practice with guided meditations.

Each month has a theme. $10-$25 donation. Limited to 12. Dallas Meditation Center, 727 S Floyd Rd, Richardson. 972-432-7871. DallasMeditationCenter.com.

Cosmic Dance – 7:30-9pm. Dance and disappear into deep stillness. Take your energy to a new height, be a child, reactivate your senses. Donation $5. Cosmic Cafe, 2912 Oak Lawn Dr, Dallas. 214-521-6157.

CosmicCafeDallas.com.

Gong/Sound Meditation – 7:30-8:30pm. 1st & 3rd Tues. Gong and drum provide energetic and sonic backdrop to group meditation. Cosmic Cafe, 2912 Oak Lawn Ave, Dallas. 214-521-6157. CosmicCafeDallas.com.

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Group Meditation – 7:30-8:30pm. Meditate with likeminded friends to access inner peace, calmness and joy.

Free. Ananda Dallas Meditation & Yoga Center, 4901 Keller Springs Rd, Ste 103, Addison. 972-248-9126.

AnandaDallas@aol.com. AnandaDallas.org.

Coppell. 972-462-5136. FDerita@CoppellTx.gov.

Coppell. Lynn Dorn: 972-462-5136.

Country and Western Dance Lessons – 7:30-9pm.

3-week, 2-step series, then 3-week waltz series. Sandunga Dance Studio, 2155 Marsh Ln, Carrollton. Info, cost: 972-418-1600.

Tarrant County Greenweavers – 11:30am12:30pm. 3rd Thurs. Networking for professionals and companies who are green-minded, eco-friendly or wishing to become more so. $1. Prudential Worldwide Realtors, 1727 Keller Pkwy, Keller. Meetup.com/ DFW-Tarrant-County-Greenweavers.

Health Orientation Class – 12:30pm. See Thurs listing. Aspire Health Clinic, 10440 N Ctrl Expy, Ste 124, Dallas. 214-234-0000. TXDRYU@AspireHealth.com. Aspire-Health.com.

wednesday Read and Learn – 10:30-11:30am. Features musicians, storytellers and puppets performing for newborns to 6 yr olds. Reading activity is followed by a guest performer. Dallas Public Library, Bookmarks Branch, 8687 N Ctrl Expy, Dallas. 214-671-1381.

NorthPark@DallasLibrary.org.

Breastfeeding Cafe – 1-2pm. All breastfeeding moms welcome to chat about breastfeeding at all ages and stages of nursing. The café is attended by a certified lactation counselor and/or Le Leche League Leader. Baby scale available to do before and after weights. Designed to offer support to all nursing mothers from newborn challenges to toddler strikes.

Free. The Nappy Shoppe, 3253 Independence Pkwy, Plano. NappyShoppe.com.

Chair Massage –3-6 pm. Sign up for an appointment in advance or walk in. 10-minute minimum. $1/minute. Coppell Senior Center, 345 W Bethel Rd, Coppell. 972-462-5136.

Introduction to Taoist Tai Chi – 9:30-11am. Come learn an internal arts of health. $20. Central Congregational Church, 5600 Royal Ln, Dallas. 214-762-1661.

Dallas.TX@Taoist.org. Taoist.org.

Baby Bounce Basics – 12:30-1pm. Activities for moms/caregivers and infants up to 24 months old with interactive music, nursery rhymes and stories.

Dallas Public Library, Bookmarks Branch, 8687 N Central Exp, Ste, Dallas. 214-671-1381. NorthPark@ DallasLibrary.org.

Gentle Yoga – 5-6pm. Learn a complete series of seated and standing yoga poses. Chair support will be offered. Wear fitness shoes with good support. Free.

Coppell Senior Center, 345 W Bethel Rd, Coppell.

972-462-5136.

Kid Support – 6pm. A support group for children ages 4-12 who have a loved one with cancer. Sessions are led by licensed master social worker. Free. Cancer Support Community, Texas Health Resources University Bldg, 8194 Walnut Hill, Dallas. Enrollment: Kim Keely, 214-345-8230. KKeely@CancerSupportTexas.org. CancerSupportTexas.org.

Core 20 – 4:15-4:45pm. Core 20 is a brand new 20-minute core fitness class that will incorporate exercises to strengthen the abdominals and back. Free.

Coppell Senior Center, 345 W. Bethel Rd, Coppell.

972-462-5136.

Circuit Training – 5-6pm. The class will work on the cardiovascular system and all major muscle groups in a fun format. Free. Coppell Senior Center, 345 W Bethel Rd, Coppell. 972-462-5136. FDerita@ CoppellTx.gov.

Dallas Green Drinks – 6 pm. 2nd Wed. Meet for happy hour with other eco-conscious people. No cover, buy own drinks. Location TBD. DallasGreendrinks@yahoo.com. Greendrinks.org/TX/Dallas.

Audubon Center Third Thursday – 9am-9pm.

Free admission 3rd Thurs each month. Guided hikes throughout the day; riverbend picnic site overlooking the river. Trinity River Audubon Center, 6500 S Loop 12, Dallas. 214-398-8722. TrinityRiverAudubon.org.

Tai Chi – 9:30-10:30am. Tai Chi is gentle on the muscles and effective in increasing mobility, flexibility, coordination and bone density without causing fatigue. Free. Coppell Senior Center, 345 W Bethel Rd,

Chair Massage –3-6 pm. Sign up for an appointment in advance or walk in. 10-minute minimum. $1/minute. Coppell Senior Center, 345 W Bethel Rd, Coppell. 972-462-5136.

Urban Yoga Charity Class – 4:30-6pm. Karma flow class with all proceeds going to a local cause and/or charity. Urban Yoga, 1706 8th Ave, Ft Worth. 817908-FLOW. UrbanYogaFW.com.

‘Til Midnight at the Nasher – 6pm-12am. 3rd Fri. All ages. Outdoor evening series featuring local bands and movies, alfresco dining, gallery tours and more. $10/adults, $7/seniors, $5/students, free/12 & under, members. Nasher Sculpture Center, 2001 Flora St, Dallas. 214-242-5100. NasherSculptureCenter.org/ TilMidnight.

Friday Night Bike Ride – 7-9pm. Twelve-mile social bicycle ride around White Rock Lake with 5 stops to keep the group together. All skill levels welcome.

Helmets required and lights/water recommended.

Post-ride eats at Jake’s. New Dallas Bike Works Parking Lot, 4875 W Lawther Dr, Dallas. DORBA.org.

saturday CPR Training – 6-8pm. American Heart Training Center with over 125 highly trained instructors. Texas CPR Training, 4013 Carrizo, Plano. 214-770-6872.

TexasCPR.com.

Coppell Farmer’s Market – Thru Thanksgiving.

8am-12pm. Seasonal produce for the North Texas area, natural meats and eggs, seafood, organic dairy products, honey, teas, breads, mixes, flowers, plants, and more. Coppell Farmer’s Market, 793 S Coppell Rd, Coppell. 972-462-5165. Info@CoppellFarmersMarket.org. CoppellFarmersMarket.org.

Dallas Organic Garden Club – 6:30pm. 4th Thurs.

Monthly meeting. REI, 4515 LBJ Fwy, Dallas.

Shoreline Spruceup – 9am. 2nd Sat. Help keep White Rock Lake clean. Enjoy the company, visit with friends, paddle some kayaks, receive thanks form other lake users and collect lots of trash. Meet in the parking lot of Jackson Point on the west side of the park. Jackson Point, 4200 W Lawther Dr, Dallas.

214-669-1663. KayakPower.com.

Health Orientation Class – 6:15pm. Class on the benefits of proper spinal alignment for good health and preventing sickness. Free. Aspire Health Clinic, 10440 N Ctrl Expy, Ste 124, Dallas. 214-234-0000.

TXDRYU@Aspire-Health.com. Aspire-Health.com.

Chill Yoga 101 – 6:45-7:45pm. No heat vinyasa flow, come and chill. Yoga is significant to everyone in a personal and unique way. To breathe, feel and let go for a moment, is the beauty of Yoga. Beginners, postnatal, all levels welcome. $12 suggested donation.

Dynamic Yoga 4 Love Studio, 558 Bluebird Ln, Red Oak. Yoga4Love.net.

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MoMe Yoga – 10:30am. Mother-child yoga and nursery rhymes, specifically for moms of infants and toddlers. Bring a mat. Dallas Public Library, Bookmarks Branch, 8687 N Ctrl Expy, Dallas. 214671-1381. NorthPark@DallasLibrary.org.

Vegetarian Cooking Class – 7-9pm. Gourmet Indian vegetarian cooking with master chef Manjuali Devi. $25, includes dinner. Kalachandji’s Community Hall, 5430 Gurlay Ave, Dallas. 214-662-6889. Danny@ Kalachandjis.com. Kalachandjis.com.

friday Aquacise – 9:30-10:15am. Low impact water aerobics for all levels. Participants must be members of the Coppell Senior and Community Center. Free.

Aquatic Center & Recreation Center, 234 E Pkwy,

Beginning Taoist Tai Chi Class – 9:30-11am. Learn the 108 moves of Taoist Tai Chi. Class cost includes matriculation, a shirt, 4 months of beginning classes and 1 month of continuing classes. $165/18-59 years; $100/60-plus; $245/families; $135/full-time students. Central Congregational Church, 5600 Royal Ln, Dallas. 214-762-1661. Dallas.TX@Taoist.org.

Taoist.org.

Target First Saturdays – 10am-2pm. 1st Sat. Family activities including art scavenger hunts, family tours, yoga, story time and live performances. Free. Nasher Sculpture Center, 2001 Flora St, Dallas. 214-2425100. NasherSculptureCenter.org.

Cloth Diapering 101 – 11am-12:30pm. Learn the basics of cloth diapering. Receive a gift certificate to Nappy Shoppe for $15. $15. The Nappy Shoppe, 3253 Independence Pkwy, Plano. NappyShoppe.com.

Family Events – 1-3:30pm. Discover a new artmaking activity each month. Dallas Museum of Art,

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Family Bird Watching – 2-4pm. 1st Sat. Beginners and families with children ages 5-13. Learn basic skills in outdoor fun like camping, birding, nature journaling and more. $20/adult, $10/child. Trinity River Audubon Center, 6500 S Loop 12, Dallas.

214-398-8722. TrinityRiverAudubon.org.

Animals on the Air – 3-4pm. Live radio show explores the world of wild animals and domestic pets.

Q&A on taking care of pets. Listener contests to win prizes. Hosted by Sean Greene, deputy director of the Dallas Zoo and Dr Nancy Turner, veterinarian from the Bent Tree Animal Hospital. Station KSKY 660 AM.

It is health that is real wealth and not pieces of gold and silver. ~Mahatma Gandhi

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ACUPUNCTURE EAST-WEST ACUPUNCTURE

Nancy L. Corsaro, L.Ac 2840 Keller Springs Rd. Suite 301, Carrollton, TX 214-793-5684 EastWestAcup@sbcglobal.net www.EastWestOm.com Do you have pain, digestive issues or allergies? Perhaps you want to lose weight, quit smoking or find relief from stress. Acupuncture and herbs can help these and many other conditions. This ancient healing modality can also help you maintain good health and balance. Nancy Corsaro is a Texas-licensed acupuncturist and Chinese herbalist and is nationally board-certified in acupuncture (NCCAOM).

Call for a free phone or office 15-minute consultation.

DR. CARLOS CHAPA, LAC, OMD, PHD

8350 N. MacArthur Blvd, Irving 1106 N Galloway Ave, Mesquite, TX 972-444-0660 www.VRAcu.com info@vracu.com Trained in China and graduated from one of Korea’s top medical programs, Dr. Chapa is not only a doctor of Oriental medicine, he is also a board-certified herbalist and licensed acupuncturist. Through 17 years of treating patients and submersion in the 3,000-year-old practices of Eastern Medicine, he’s able to help you find relief with acupuncture, herbal medicine, homeopathy and more. Unlike Western medicine, Eastern Medicine doesn’t just focus on the disease; it cares for your whole self, holistically. Dr. Chapa is also proud to offer one of the only full herbal pharmacies offering more than 1,000 safe, organic herbal medicines. We are In-network with most insurance providers. Don’t forget to mention Natural Awakenings to receive 50% off your first visit.

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DANIEL FINLEY

LICENSED ACUPUNCTURIST & CHINESE HERBALIST Living Well Dallas Wellness Center 14330 Midway Rd, suite 121, Dallas 972-930-0260 Daniel Finley has a special passion for working with those who have suffered trauma and tragedy.

He spends two days a week at an in-patient facility where he is head of the Acupuncture Department working with Veterans returning from Afghanistan and Iraq with addiction, chronic pain and failing health. Daniel Finley brings his talents in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine to Living Well Dallas three days a week with a special focus on working with those who struggle with chronic pain, athletes wanting to maximize performance and reduce injury and those who want to relieve stress, sleep better and have more energy. For a free consultation call 972-930-0260 how Acupuncture or Herbs can help you. Follow Daniel at https://www.facebook.com/daniel.finleylacwww.livingwelldallas.com. See ad on page 8.

Everything has beauty, but not everyone sees it. ~Confucius

BODY CONTOURING ULTIMATE BODY WRAP

Ruth Bradford, Independent Distributor 214-469-8326 BeautyWrapTeam.com The Worlds’s first body contouring solution of its kind. The site-specific body contouring treatment has been in the hands of celebrities at Hollywood events and at the doorsteps of people like you all over the world— exclusively available through It Works! Global. It will change your life. Call 214469-8326 for more information. See ad on page 26.

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CHIROPRACTIC HEIKKINEN CHIROPRACTIC & ACUPUNCTURE CTR

Andrea Heikkinen, D.C Paul Heikkinen, D.C. Marsha Heikkinen, D.C., 820 E. Cartwright Rd, Suite 133, Mesquite, TX 972-285-3232 Dr.Andrea@tx.twcbc.com HeikkinenChiropractic.com Our office is a family owned and operated business dedicated to helping our patients realize their natural healing abilities. We utilize chiropractic, acupuncture, massage and nutrition to effectively and gently treat the whole person. At Heikkinen Chiropractic we live to give you Back your Life. See us for Neck & back pain, Wellness care, Acupuncture, Therapeutic Massage, Pediatric Chiropractic, Headache, Decompression Traction, Nutritional consultation Athletic physicals. See ad on page 30.

The least movement is of importance to all nature. The entire ocean is affected by a pebble. ~Blaise Pascal

OPTIMUM WELLNESS SOLUTIONS

Dr. Ray Nannis 1980 Nantucket Dr., Suite 104, Richardson 972-671-2225 NannisChiropractic.com Nannis Chiropractic Family Health Center is a professional but comfortable atmosphere with family style treatment rooms. Our emphasis is on patient education including workshops and demonstrations. With our high tech computer nervous system scanning we provide Subluxation Station Bio Analysis and we offer you the benefit of our advanced training in acupuncture techniques as well as post graduate training in neurology, orthopedics, headaches, TMJ, rehabilitation, sports injuries, and whiplash. Special Services offered include Spinal Decompression, BioVeda Allergy Relief Center and Free Reports. We encourage you to make preventative health and wellness a personal priority while partnering with you on your road to optimal health. We pride ourselves on discovering the cause of your health concern rather than only managing symptoms.

EDUCATION THE HOCKADAY SCHOOL

11600 Welch Road, Dallas 214- 363-6311 Hockaday.org Established almost 100 years ago, The Hockaday School provides a college preparatory education for girl; from pre-kindergarten to 12th grade, including Boarding school for grades 8-12. With an enrollment of approximately 1000 students and a 10:1 student teacher ratio, Hockaday students enjoy a 100% acceptance rate to college. Notable Hockaday alumni include Barbara and Jenna Bush, Dixie Carter, and Pamela Willeford.

JESUIT COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL OF DALLAS

12345 Inwood Rd, Dallas 972-387-8700 JesuitCP.org Jesuit College Preparatory School of Dallas, founded in 1942 is a private Catholic institution for young men under the direction of the Society of Jesus. It’s located on a 27-acre campus in North Dallas and provides a student-centered Catholic Jesuit education to approximately 1,000 students in grades 9-12 with an 11:1 student-teacher ratio.

Jesuit Dallas students’ average SAT scores exceed the national average by more than 200 points.

ELECTRIC VEHICLES DON HERRING AUTOMOTIVE

Locations: 3520 S. Marvin D. Love Frwy, Dallas 888-880-4276 2901 W Airport Frwy, Irving 866-807-3216 4225 W. Plano Pkwy, Plano 888-868-9915 DonHerring.com Don Herring Mitsubishi located in Dallas, Irving, and Plano takes pride in offering the best selection of new and used vehicles to the Dallas and DFW Metroplex areas. The new Mitsubishi, all Electric Vehicle, i-MIEV is ready for immediate delivery. No money down financing is available on most new Mitsubishi’s. Visit Don Herring online or come by and see why Don Herring is the #1Mitsubishi Dealer in North Texas. We recognize your time is valuable, and strive to make your shopping experience easy and to offer you the lowest price available online. We pledge to beat any advertised offer in the Metroplex.

Texas Toyota of Grapevine

801 State Hwy 114 East, Grapevine 877-858-0831 ToyotaPerks.ToyotaOfGrapevine.com Toyota of Grapevine is currently offering a $500 Military Rebate and a $1,000 College Graduate Rebate.

See website for additional information and requirements.

Experience peace of mind with every new Toyota with TOYOTACARE. Toyota is devoted to safety and dependability, and proper vehicle maintenance to both. That’s why we’re including a complimentary worry=free maintenance plan and roadside assistance with the purchase or lease of every new Toyota. For 2 years or 25,000 miles, whichever comes first, you and your new vehicle will be covered. It’s complimentary peace of mind, and we’re the first full-line brand to offer anything like it. See ad on back page.

FAIR TRADE GIFTS AND CRAFTS FROM THE ENDS OF THE EARTH

835 W. Davis, Dallas, TX 214-942-1030 FromTheEndsOfTheEarth.com From the Ends of the Earth is a FAIR TRADE WORLD IMPORTS store located in the exciting new Oak Cliff Arts District. We carry a large variety of items from around the world, and can’t wait to meet you when you stop in to shop. Our offerings include clothing and accessories, home décor, writing tablets and pens, music and instruments, and handmade cards. To see a sampling of our offerings go to FromTheEndsOfTheEarth.com.

FOOT HEALTH FOOT SOLUTIONS DALLAS

6035 Royal Lane, Dallas 214-739-3668 DallasFootSolutions@att.net FootSolutions.com/Dallas Foot Solutions can help you achieve the comfort you desire with a careful foot evaluation by experts and customized recommendations for stylish top quality footwear and inserts that cradle and support your feet and a variety of helpful accessories. Whether you’re on your feet all day at work, experiencing painful foot problems like bunions and heel pain, living with diabetes or arthritis, or simply looking for more comfort, Foot Solutions can help. Call 214-739-3668 for your first step to better foot health and comfort. See ad on page 19.

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GREEN AUTO GLASS REPAIR PATCH AUTO GLASS REPAIR James Taylor 972-704-8291

Mobile windshield chip repair at no cost to most customers with Full Coverage Insurance. Most Insurance Companies encourage repair over replacements. Most repairs completed in about 15 minutes. Repairs guaranteed not to spread and usually 80 to 90% better looking.

Windshield chip repair is Environmentally friendly, saving your original windshield and keeps glass out of landfills. Retains the factory seal, preventing air and water leakage, stress cracks and weakening of the overall structure of your vehicle. Call 972-7048291 for immediate response and estimate.

HEALTHY KIDS BRAIN BALANCE ACHIEVEMENT CENTERS

Debby Romick 1501 Preston Rd, Suite 501, Plano 972-248-9482 BrainBalancePlano.com The Brain Balance Program is an individualized and comprehensive approach designed to help children struggling academically, behaviorally or socially. Our goal is bring hope to families. We specialize in a drug-free, research based, multifaceted approach to address the underlying issues of the many disorders that affect our children today.

Each child has a unique combination of functional wellnesses that impact motor, sensory, immune, visual-spatial, auditory and cognitive development.

Call us today to find out about our comprehensive assessment. See ad on page 12.

HERBAL MEDICINE AC HERBS AND VITAMINS

Leslie Duong 5917 Greenville Ave, Dallas, TX 214-887-8325 Leslie.ACN_Herbs@yahoo.com LeslieDuong.com AC Herbs and Vitamins specialLeslie Duong is a licensed Herbalist, BS Biology, and Health Nutritionist, with 14 years of experience in Chinese Natural Herbs, Leslie will sit down with you to conduct a private and personal evaluation of your health.

You can assured that her many years of experience will start to help you feel better in no time. She can help with Prostate, Cancer, Hepatitis A,B,C, Detoxing, Cholesterol, Fertility, Impotency, Lupus, Thyroid, Menopause, Diabetes, Depression, Drug Detox, Skin Problems, Sexually Transmitted Disease, and Weight Loss. Free Consultation Available. Call to schedule you appointment. See ad on page 27.

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HOLISTIC DENTISTRY PROVIDENCE HOLISTIC DENTAL CARE

Dr. Latonia Smith 2701 Osler, Suite 10, Grand Prairie 972-641-2400 Info@ProvidenceHolisticCare.com A different kind of dentistry where the focus is on health not disease. Our goal is to provide dentistry that enhances your overall health and improves the quality of your life. Have the smile you have always wanted with straight, white teeth. We use Invisalign instead of metal brackets and offer other services using simple and effective methods that are less invasive. We offer the most bio-compatible treatments available. Call 972-641-2400 to schedule your initial consultation.

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DR. KAREN ASBURY, MD INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE Dr. Karen Asbury, MD Richardson, TX 972-479-9139 DocAsbury@verizon.net KarenAsburyMD.com

The practice of Dr. Asbury is on the cutting-edge of Integrative Medicine.

We specialize in a combination of Internal Medicine and Alternative Care, using the best of both. We believe the body is a wonderfully functioning system that was designed to be self healing, if given what it needs. Are you tired of drugs and conventional medicine?

Do you want to address the cause of disease and not just the symptoms? Do you want natural solutions to chronic diseases? Dr. Asbury provides all aspects of adult care including full preventive evaluations and comprehensive treatment of chronic diseases. Call 972-867-7790 for an appointment or a free Consult. See ad on page 20.

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HOMEOPATHY Dr. Alex Bekker

5209 Heritage Ave., Suite 410, Colleyville 817-545-5100 AlexBekkerMD.com Dr. Bekker is a physician specializing in homeopathy, which is a medicinal therapy which uses natural substances that stimulate the person’s own vitality to overcome illness, and restore health.

Some of the conditions treated are Childhood Illness, Autism, Asthma, Allergies, Auto-Immune Disorders, Anxiety, Depression and many other conditions. The result of homeopathic treatment is the permanent cure of the individual and the restoration of health.

See ad on page 28.

MASSAGE

Constantine A. Kotsanis, MD 2260 Pool Road, Grapevine, TX 817-756-1896 drkotsanis@gmail.com www.kotsanisinstitute.com

Dr. Constantine A. Kotsanis is an unconventional medical doctor who travels the globe in search of answers to today’s health problems. His approach is to blend modern conventional medicine with the time-tested wisdom of older disciplines, creating unique treatments for each person. Having taken the time to become a certified nutritionist himself, Dr. Kotsanis believes the foundation of any treatment is proper nutrition. He applies this belief to treating conditions ranging from autism spectrum to chronic diseases including cancer and diabetes. Come Have Lunch with the Family - The public is invited to our FREE monthly Lunch & Learns. It’s a great way to meet the staff and doctor while learning more about health.

We provide a gluten-free recipe from the Kotsanis Institute’s own cookbook “Food for Thought” (available on Amazon.com). Each month is a different topic. Find the schedule on our website www.kotsanisinstitute.com. See ads on pages 5 & 39.

REVIVIFY

Keith Clark, LMT 11311 North Central Expressway, Suite 211, Dallas, TX 214- 315-2959 Revivify@MassageTherapy.com Revivify.MassageTherapy.com

Keith Clark is a licensed massage therapist in private practice utilizing many massage modalities during sessions to promote the importance of body maintenance. Whether you need a massage to relax and reduce stress, to recharge your fatigued muscles, or to assist in alleviating chronic pain, you’ll find the style of massage, you need here. Massage can help address a number of health issues including: Low-back pain, Improve range of motion, Ease medication dependence, Enhance immunity by stimulating the body’s natural defense system, Exercise and stretch muscles, Help athletes prepare for, and recover from, strenuous workouts, Improve the condition of the skin, Increase joint flexibility and lessen depression and anxiety. Call or go online for an appointment. REVIVIFY.

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MOVING AND STORAGE SOLUTIONS PUREBOX DFW MOVING & STORAGE MATERIALS

Norm Forbes Info@PureBoxDFW.com 337-353-796 PureBoxDFW.com PureBox provides eco-friendly, easy to use moving boxes for residential, commercial & special event needs. Rent our reusable boxes instead of buying cardboard and we will deliver to your home or office. PureBoxes are lightweight, stackable, nest-able and perfectly designed to keep your belongings organized and secure. Don’t miss the opportunity to make your next move faster, cheaper, greener & less stressful. Stop wasting your time & money on Earth-polluting cardboard.

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NEUROFEEDBACK DALLAS BRAIN CHANGERS

Dr Stephanie Golder & Mindy Fritz 10000 North Central Expressway #400, Dallas, TX 214-642-3976 DallasBrainChangers.com Specializing in the reduction or elimination of disorders, including anxiety, depression, migraine, ADD (AD/HD), behavioral disorders, learning disability, and many others, utilizing neurofeedback and Christian counseling. Our goal is to help our clients achieve improved physical, emotional, and spiritual health.

Neurofeedback is a proven, effective treatment that is non-invasive and does not involve medication. Call 214-642-3976 for a consultation.

NUTRITION Living Well Health and Wellness Center

Betty Murray, CN, HHC, Ryt 14330 Midway Rd, Suite 121, Dallas, TX 972-930-0260 Info@LivingWellDallas.com LivingWellDallas.com Betty Murray, CN, HHC, RYT is a Certified Holistic Health Counselor.

Betty has a knack for making the science of nutrition easy to understand and implement. Betty specializes in metabolic and digestive disorders and weight loss resistance. A master of the bio-chemistry of the body, Betty teaches clients how to utilize nutritional interventions to improve their health. Call 972-930-0260 today to schedule a free 20-minute phone consultation to see if nutrition counseling is right for you.

Natural Health Shop

400 North Coit Rd, Suite 1902, Richardson 972-664-1990 NaturalHealthTX.com Everyday low prices on over 9,000 health and wellness products Natural and supplements. We specialize in special orders. Groceries, suppleHealth ments, sports nutrition, beauty special needs nutrition, Shop products, massage, detox. Located at the intersection of Coit and Roundrock.

Open 7 days a week. See ad on page 21.

ORGANIC FOODS TEXAS DAILY HARVEST Fisher Lane, Yantis, TX 903-335-1758 TexasDailyHarvest.com

We are a Certified Organic Farm producing milk, cheese, yogurt, beef, pork, eggs and produce in East Texas. Our products area available in many stores in the Metroplex and in Austin, and we are now offering Neighborhood Delivery and a CSA. Please call or see our website at TexasDailyHarvest.com to sign up for Neighborhood Delivery.

THREE HAPPY COWS

CR 45, Earth, TX 214-908-2569 CountyLineFarms@gmail.com Providing other families with clean and great tasting dairy products made from our sustainable, organic certified, West Texas native grass pastures of contented, happy, and humanely treated cows is the mission of Three Happy Cows. Our products are free of any added hormones, antibiotics, toxic chemical pesticides or herbicides. Due to the nature of the nutritional diet of our cows, our products have a wonderful fresh taste and maintains their flavor.

Three Happy Cows products can be found at Central Market, Natural Grocers, Rosemeade Market, Cupboard, and Local Yocal.

ORGANIC FURNITURE ORGANIC BEDROOMS INC.

877-604-8208 ext. 702 Info@OrganicBedroomInc.com OrganicBedroomInc.com Organic mattresses – safe, allergy-free, temperaturecontrolled sleeping system. Experience your best night’s sleep ever with revolutionary composition of lavender, swiss herbs, hi-tech materials. Our Swiss made Aven02 mattresses are 40% more durable than most existing products on the market. Organic Bedroom Inc is exclusive US retail distributor of Aven02 organic mattresses. Call for appointment.

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ORGANIC HAIR CARE GLITZ ORGANIC SALON

5207 Bonita, Dallas 972-587-7835 Debi.Gidner@gmail.com GlitzSalonDFW.com Certified Organic Salon located in Uptown Dallas in the Knox-Henderson District.

Glitz is Dallas’ premiere certified vegan Salon, using animal-cruelty-free products that have none of the toxic chemicals found in most professional color lines. Offering a full suite of organic products and services, our services include Hair Cuts, Hair Color, Hair Straightening and Real Hair Extensions. Glitz salon is unique and personable and provides a warm and welcoming environment in a beautifully renovated house in one of the Dallas’ hippest new neighborhoods.

Stop by today and see what the buzz is about for yourself. Walk-ins accepted.

OUTDOOR LIGHTING

REAL ESTATE SERVICES GREEN HOME RESIDENTIAL

ALFRESCO LIVING, LLC

Jon & Laura Petersen Anna, TX 972-924-2722 Sales@AlfrescoLighting.com AlfrescoLighting.com Alfresco Living designs and installs outdoor improvements that make your outdoor rooms nicer. We take the time to design your Landscape Lighting to fit your lifestyle. Water Features, Mosquito Misting, Cool Fogging, Rain Water Harvesting and Christmas Lighting to take your outdoor living environment to the next level of pure enjoyment and a place where you can relax and enjoy the sound of a waterfall in a mosquito free evening while your landscape lights highlight the focal points of your yard.

PET CARE THE ANIMAL DOCTOR

Dr. Nancy Bozeman 621 N. Little School Rd, Kennedale 817-572-2400 TheAnimalDoctorTx@yahoo.com TheAnimalDoctor.com As an alternative medicine specialist, Dr. Nancy Bozeman emphasizes your pet’s entire well-being by taking a holistic approach to veterinary medicine. Offering a full range of conventional and complementary modalities including Homeopathy, Acupuncture, Chiropractic, Laser Therapy, NAET, Nutrition Counseling and we offer Vaccination titers. Come visit our comfortable, pet-friendly, homey office environment. See ad on page 29.

Stephanie Ebbesen-Stuer 214-563-5769 StephStuer@gmail.com GreenHomeResidential.com Green Home Residential is the first green residential real estate brokerage in North Texas to specializing in healthy, sustainable high performing real estate. Return on your green home investment can show up in increased energy efficiency, improved indoor air quality and health, decrease in waste, and reduced water consumption, among other things.

Get the professionals at Green home Residential to find the shade of green that fits our real estate needs. We will customize services based on your requests and show you how to take advantage of government programs and incentives. Green living is healthy and healthy living is green. Call us for a complimentary consultation.

SPIRITUAL CONCORD DALLAS CHURCH

6808 Pastor Bailey Dr, Dallas 214-331-8522 ConcordDallas.org Church that Grows people. Services are Sundays at 7:30am, 9:15am, 11:00am, 12:45am, and online at Streamingfaith. com. Mid-week service is Wednesdays at 7:00pm.

Reverend Bryan L. Carter, Senior Pastor.

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LONE STAR DOG DOORS

Dallas, TX 214-810-1785 Info@LoneStarDogDoors.com LoneStarDogDoors.com Energy efficient, attractive and durable Dog Doors professionally installed. Let your dogs and cats live large with the freedom they deserve by getting a professionally installed Wall pet door in any type of wall, Door dog door, Screen pet door, Dog door right in the glass, or Pet door panel insert for a sliding glass patio door. Don’t be trapped into thinking that your dog door must be installed in a door.

With Lone Star Dog Doors you will benefit from our many years of remodeling experience plus we use Hale Pet Door products, representing the highest quality in the industry. Call 214-810-1785 today so we can install “Your Pet’s Doorway to Living Large” in the Dallas area.

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SKIN AND BODY CARE PRODUCTS BELLO NATURALE

Natural and Organic Skin and Body Care Products 1-888-524-0579 BelloNaturale.com A full line of all natural and organic skin and body products and essential oils.

Includes bath, body, facial, and hair products and therapeutic wellness oils. All products are certified organic and completely biodegradable and never tested on animals. Users of Bello Naturale skincare products have experienced better skin moisture retention using less product and relief from some skin conditions that had not been responsive to their prescription medication. Free sample available. Visit BelloNaturale.com or call us today to find out more about our products and to order. See ad on page 26.

STRESS MANAGEMENT

THERMOGRAPHY THERMOGRAPHY CENTER OF DALLAS

Dr. Genie Fields 5220 Spring Valley Rd, Suite 405 Dallas, Tx 214-352-8758 ThermographyCenter.com Offering full body Regulation Thermography, including the breast. It can detect abnormalities in the very earliest of stages, many times finding the underlying causes of disease. Regulation Thermography looks at the entire body’s BEHAVIOR after being stressed giving a ‘living dynamic view.’ Consultations, further evaluation and follow up care are offered as well. See ad on page 16.

Many exercise forms – aerobic, yoga, weights, walking and more – have been shown to benefit mood. ~Andrew Weil

QUANTUM ZEN

Nance Woods 330 Market St, Baird, TX QuantumZen@windstream.net QuantumZenTX.com Stress? Illness? Injury? Biofeedback could be the answer. Distance sessions available. Quantum Zen also offers Human BioAcoustic Vocal Profiling and Nance is a highly sought after Reiki Master/ Teacher. Trying to sell your house but it just won’t sell? Keep getting an “unfriendly” feeling around your property? Property clearing is available. Quantum Zen is a holistic wellness center specializing in stress management located west of the metroplex on Interstate 20.

WEIGHT LOSS FAT BURNING COFFEE & TEA

Jon & Christi Hurley 615-653-5228 FatBurningCoffeeOrTea@yahoo.com CoffeeOrTea4me.com Drink coffee and burn fat. Join thousands of other coffee and tea drinkers who have lost those unwanted pounds. Try the Bfit challenge today! Call Christi at 615653-5228 and get ready for a fitter, healthier you!

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ABUNDANT LIFE WELLNESS and thermography CENTER

Jennifer Trejo, Naturopath 3345 Western Center Blvd, Suite 140 Ft Worth, TX 817-847-0900 AbundantLifeWellnessCenter.com Services include: BioSET, which locates and corrects imbalances in the body through detoxification, enzyme therapy, homeopathy, nutrition and lifestyle recommendations; breast thermography which can detect cancer forming up to 8 years before other detection devices, with no radiation exposure or compression; saliva hormone testing and correction using homeopathic hormones; thyroid testing and balancing; metabolism testing; weight loss; IonCleanse foot Detox and oxygen steam sauna. See ad on page 32.

YARD AND GARDEN ROHDE’S NURSERY & NATURE STORE

1651 Wall Street, Garland 972- 864-1934 BeOrganic.com Rohde’s helps you get and maintain beautiful Yards and Gardens in a chemical-free environment. We know organics better than anyone else. Organic yards and gardens require less water, have fewer insects and diseases and result in better health for you, your family and the environment.

We will give you the guidance you need either in our store or at your home. Products and services include Landscaping and maintenance, natural fertilizer, natural insect control, unique garden gift items, pet food for dogs and cats, and a large selection of native and drought-tolerant plants. Call the experts today at 972-864-1934. See ad on page 11.

YOGA SYNAMIC YOGA 4 LOVE STUDIO + DRAGONFLY SPA Lisa Ware 558 Bluebird Ln, Red Oak, TX 469-437-1334 Instructor@Yoga4Love.net Yoga4Love.net

classifieds ADVERTISING SALES CONSULTANT – Natural Awakenings Dallas Metroplex edition is hiring a part-time advertising sales representative. Experience in print or other media sales is preferred. Applicant must have interest in healthy living and must be self-starter. Job is commission-based with high incentive-based payouts and offers flexible schedule. Benefits include meeting interesting people doing innovative work in the green, healthy and sustainable living fields. Please email resume to Publisher@ NADallas.com and sate Ad Sales Consultant in the subject line.

WELLNESS CENTERS

PRACTITIONER SPACE FOR LEASE ROOM FOR LEASE within a beautiful and easy to access Wellness Center located in north Ft. Worth.

Energize your business by co-location with a naturopath, masseuse and licensed family counselor. For information call 817-847-0900 or visit our website at www.abundantlifewellnesscenter.com

SPACE FOR LEASE WITHIN THE DALLAS MEDITATION CENTER. Tranquil energy, lovely interior, community spirit, convenient, central location. Rates range from $400 to $800 per month. www.DallasMeditationCenter.com. 727 S. Floyd Rd., Richardson, TX 75080, 972-432-7871.

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Dynamic Yoga and Fitness Studio by Yoga 4 Love was born from a long and fruitful yoga practice and whirlwind of a yoga teaching career from the owner and founder Lisa Ware, Registered Yoga Teacher. She and her Dynamic Team Staff along with her husband and co owner Richard Ware, decided that Red Oak was ready for something totally fresh and new. Most of our yoga classes are HOT yoga, and if you have yet to experience this wonderful practice you are in for a treat. Certified instructors will motivate you and help you set your sights high to achieve your goals, both in and out of the studio. We are Mind, Body Spirit based to nurture the whole you. We are not a gym. We are unique studio where you can commune with like- minded individuals.

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Healthy Dining in the Metroplex —8— METROPLEX LOCATIONS

1. Preston 214-360-7569 6100 Luther Ln, Dallas 75225 2. Royal 214-613-2841 5960 Royal Ln, Dallas 75230 3.SMU 214-520-6878 6403 Hillcrest, Dallas 75205 4. Lemmon 214-780-0602 4015 Lemmon Ave, Dallas 75219

5. Flowermound 972-899-3548 2550 Crosstimbers Rd, Flowermound 75028 6. Frisco 214-436-4410 3580 Preston Rd, Suite 107, Frisco 75034 7. Southlake 214-436-4410 2600 E. Southlake Blvd, #160, Southlake 76092 8. Mockingbird & Greenville 214-515-9113 5706 E. Mockingbird Ln, Highland Park 75205

Look Here When You Want a Fabulous, Healthy Meal!

614 W. DAVIS ST DALLAS, TX 75208 214.367.9367 WWW.BOLSADALLAS.COM

VEGAN. Organic. Pure.

Classic-style diner serving up unbelievable Vegan Burgers, Quesadillas, Nachos, Wraps, Fresh-Baked Desserts, Hot Coffee & much more!

All-You-Can-Eat Pancakes and a full Vegan Brunch menu on Sundays!

Tuesday–Saturday, 11am–10pm | Sunday, 11am–5pm 1101 N. Beckley, Dallas | 214.948.4747

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