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Visions of Our New Normal

s our country cautiously reopens in what is still a very fluid situation—filled with more unknowns than knowns and great anxiety about how and when the pandemic is going to end—I for one am looking forward to what that end will bring. In my mind’s eye, I see vividly that things will be a little different and our attitudes much better. This is called faith—that our creator knows best, is still in charge and is operating in the background, like a computer program, to work all things out for good.

As a result, I spend way too much time each day looking forward—daydreaming about shopping, going to church and weekly Bible study, having lunch with prospective clients and collaborators, and hugging people. I really miss hugging people. It gives me a feeling of connectedness and common ground. After all, how can things go badly with someone you’ve hugged and broken bread with? Even if you don’t end up doing business together or otherwise collaborating, now the two of you are connected on some spiritual and emotional level. While I’m a talker and can do a lot of connecting by phone, there’s just nothing like the real thing. So, I observe and analyze and I daydream a lot. As I do, I’m seeing some societal shifts, the best of which I hope become permanent. Here are the visions of sugarplums dancing in my head.

Mindfulness: In our new normal, we’ll keep checking up on friends, family and acquaintances to see how they’re faring, and we’ll ask, “How are you?”—and mean it—with everyone we meet. We’ll be more purposeful about our encounters, putting aside judgment and truly connecting on the sort of human-to-human level that makes everyone feel good afterward.

Climate change: Our new normal will recognize the fact that COVID-19 was ultimately led into our lives via the ramifications of climate change; that these types of health impacts and assaults will continue as nature cries out to us louder and louder; and that climate change affects every aspect of life and how we live it. Sometimes the dotted line connecting health and the environment is short, other times it’s long—but they do connect. Scientists and health experts have been warning about an imminent pandemic for decades, and we largely ignored them. That’s why we, like most countries, were caught unprepared.

Global interconnectedness: Our new normal understands that we are equally citizens of North Texas, the United States and the world, and that given our status as world citizens, we are vulnerable to weaknesses and failings anywhere on Earth—not just pandemics, but also environmental crises and anti-immigration and nationalistic attitudes. With North Texas having been part of “Ebola central” here in the U.S. in the past, many of us knew back in November, when we first heard of the coronavirus, that we’d better start preparing for it.

Neighborly love: In the new normal, we accept the reality that our behavior directly impacts the health of those around us. That means wearing a mask during this and future pandemics even though we may not be the vulnerable flavor of the day, because we are all potential carriers and shouldn’t put our neighbors at risk. It also means continuing the many acts of kindness and generosity we’ve seen during our time in lockdown. Let’s make these changes permanent as a shield and deterrent against future pandemics.

This month’s issue touches upon my vision of the future while speaking to where we are right now, with most of our lives on pause or upside-down. Our nod to “Staycations” encourages you to take that adventurous getaway, but to take it safely and close to home. We list six places right here in North Texas that offer family fun out in nature. There are trees you can hug, trails you can walk and animals you can feed—all without encountering coronavirus.

Also, local experts discuss the importance of attending to the mental and spiritual aspects of our brain heath—something we can certainly do during while on staycation.

We hope you enjoy this issue. Please know we’re here for you as we go through and come out of this pandemic.

Blessings, and see you in the new normal.

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Contents

Natural Awakenings is a family of more than 70 healthy living magazines celebrating 25 years of providing the communities we serve with the tools and resources we all need to lead healthier lives on a healthy planet.

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STAYCATIONS

Finding Respite and Adventure Close to Home

22 WANDERLUST BEGINS AT HOME

Provide Respite and Adventures – Right Here in North Texas

24 EVERYDAY ADVENTURES

Taking to Vans & RVs for Life on the Road

26 FEEDING HAPPINESS

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Lift Your Mood with Feel-Good Foods

30 HOMEBODY WORKOUTS Getting Fit Without a Gym

32 FAMILY STORIES

Help Kids Cope During Tough Times

34 DAVID HAMILTON

on Kindness in the Pandemic Age

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36 POWER UP YOUR BRAIN

Six Ways to Boost Blood Flow

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Thank Texas A&M Agrilife COVID-19 you to our Healthy Living Resources Community D Sponsors

ue to the COVID-19 pandemic, we are physical distancing, staying home and unable to dine out at restaurants. It can be easy to slip into unhealthy eating habits during this stay-at-home period, but maintaining a healthy diet doesn’t have to be a chore. As well, eating healthy is one of the main pillars for maintaining a strong and healthy immune system. Prepare a shopping list that will cover everyone in the household for two weeks and resist the urge to buy in larger quantities. With fresh foods, buy a variety of fresh, frozen and shelf-stable foods. Eat fresh food first, and stock the freezer and pantry with items to eat in the second week and beyond.

Having food delivered is another option, as is curbside pickup, which most local supermarkets are offering. Look for community supported agriculture systems where small farmers sell directly to consumers delivered to homes.

Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables, as well as whole grains, nuts and healthy fats to support the immune system. Many foods such as mac and cheese, pizza, and burgers and fries are high in fat, sugar and salt. Read food labels to be informed about the nutritional value of foods. Staying well hydrated also helps the immune system. Alcoholic beverages have little nutritional value and are often high in calories.

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arthxOcean is live streaming a virtual conference, Protecting the Life Support Systems of the Ocean, from June 9 through 11 in observance of World Oceans Day on June 8. The conference is designed to increase awareness of the important role that oceans play in our daily lives. About 97 percent of all water on Earth is in our oceans; they influence climate and play a critical role in Earth’s habitability. The goal of the conference is to stimulate greater corporate, government and inland support for oceans. 2020 World Oceans Day is growing the global movement to call on world leaders to protect 30 percent of our blue planet by 2030 (30x30).

June 9, 1 to 5:30 p.m.: Protecting the Life Support Systems of the Ocean High Seas Protection Coral Reef Conservation & Restoration

June 10, 1 to 4:30 p.m.: Ocean Plastic Solutions Sustainable Fisheries Celebrating Our Ocean Planet

June 11: EarthxOcean Australia Ridge Reef to Great Barrier Reef Conservation & Restoration &Shark Conservation.

For more information, to register and to watch the conference, visit Earthx.org. See ad, page 6.

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KnoWEwell, a 1% for the Planet company, received the Top 50 Healthcare Companies award from the International Forum on Advancements in Healthcare. Founder and Chief Executive Officer Kimberly Whittle says, “It’s one centralized private, secure online platform to inspire and empower individuals with today’s knowledge, evidenced-based resources and collaborative ‘wholistic’ community to help them address the root causes of chronic diseases and achieve optimal health and well-being.”

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kudos Plano has been ranked 17th on The Trust for Public Lands annual ranking in their ParkScore index, an indepth analysis of city park systems in the nation’s 100 largest cities. The COVID-19 pandemic has underscored that close-to-home parks are crucial to a community’s quality of life. During the coronavirus pandemic, access to the outdoors has taken on a whole new importance. Emerging data confirm that in North Texas, people have turned to parks in recordbreaking numbers seeking relief from anxiety, grief and isolation.

At the same time, officials have had to make difficult decisions to close some parks or change the way they are used in a bid to slow the virus’ spread; meaning more people have grappled with the challenges of not having easy access to the outdoors.

A special report, Parks and the Pandemic, from The Trust for Public Land, addresses the challenges and changes that the pandemic poses to America’s parks and open spaces. For more information visit tpl.org.

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ach year, the nonprofit Texan by Nature Conservation Wrangler program recognizes six innovative conservation projects for their science-based and results driven approach to conservation and their ability to positively impact people, prosperity and natural resources. This year’s winners will receive 12 to 18 months of dedicated program support and tailored resources.

This diverse set of projects impacts land, water, habitat, and more, spanning all 254 counties and all 12 ecological regions of the Lone Star State. The 2020 Conservation Wranglers will be recognized on October 27 at the George W. Bush Presidential Center, in Dallas.

Former first lady and founder of Texan by Nature Laura Bush says, “The Conservation Wrangler program proves that collaborative partnerships in conservation yield great benefits for Texas and its people. Congratulations to the six 2020 Conservation Wranglers and thank you for the terrific example you’ve set for the rest of us.” The six selected 2020 Conservation Wranglers include:

Respect Big Bend: To balance energy development with the need to conserve West Texas’ unique cultural and natural resources, the Respect Big Bend coalition was formed to bring together government, business, philanthropy, communities, landowners and industry leaders in a regional planning process focused on responsible energy development. The goals of RBB are to educate, inform, and provide resources to all stakeholders, develop a robust conservation plan and garner support and acceptance of the plan.

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Laura Bush River Conservation Corps: Trinity Park Conservancy and Groundwork Dallas have partnered to develop a youth employment program, Trinity River Conservation Corps, to enhance conservation efforts along the Trinity River Corridor while providing education, service, and leadership opportunities to the next generation, with a focus on engaging youth from historically marginalized areas.

Paso del Norte Trail: The Paso del Norte Trail will provide greater opportunities for walking, hiking and biking for users of all abilities to connect in the ecologically and culturally diverse border region of Texas. The goal of Norte is to create a regionally significant landmark that promotes active transportation, preserves the history and culture of the region, highlights the Rio Grande river, supports economic development and ecotourism, provides educational and volunteer opportunities and makes healthy living the easy

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Texas Brigades: With a vision of creating conservation leaders in every community, Texas Brigades educates and empowers youth with leadership skills and knowledge in wildlife, fisheries and land stewardship to become conservation ambassadors for a sustained natural resource legacy.

Exploration Green: Exploration Green, a recreation area and nature preserve housed in a storm water detention area in southeast Houston, will provide detention for 500 million gallons of water, protecting more than 2,000 nearby homes from seasonal flooding. This conservation area plans to include native grasses, 5,000 native trees, 150,000 wetland plants, 40 acres of lakes and six miles of high-quality trails for area residents.

Texas Children in Nature: In 2010, the Texas Children in Nature Network was created to address the growing concern of the lack of nature in children’s lives with a mission of connecting children with nature through regional collaboratives across the state with more than 500 local and state partners in the health, education, community development and conservation fields.

For more information, visit TexanByNature.org.

Don’t Take Our Scenic Trails for Granted

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ational Trails Day, on June 28, recognizes all the benefits federal, state and local trails provide for recreation and exposure to nature. Events held throughout the country encourage people to discover their local trials, become active concerning trail issues and share their excitement for the outdoors.

National Trails Day is also an opportunity to thank the many environmentally friendly volunteers, land agencies, trail developers, park employees, rangers and legislators that help to develop and maintain the trails.

Although hiking may be the first activity to come to mind, especially during this time of COVID-19 physical distancing, trails also provide access to waterways for canoeing and paddle trips. Birders find excellent opportunities for birdwatching and those seeking to test their abilities to observe and study geolocation enjoy geocaching. Others learn land navigation or use

the trails for biking, and all create opportunities to spend time outdoors and generate a cardiovascular workout.

Visit local trails and pack them out, safely of course. Show appreciation for those that make the trail system possible on social media at #NationalTrailsDay.

Tell a congressperson or other legislator why trails and access to natural spaces are important and ask them to pass bills that support trails, public lands and access for all.

Register to vote and request an absentee ballot. Before November 3, become edu-

cated about public lands and access issues

Once it’s safe to do so without fear of viral transmission, commit to taking a trash bag on hikes and walks. Collect trash at a local natural space or trail or along your neighborhood sidewalk.

Make a gift to a local trail nonprofit and join the American Hiking Society to help build an inclusive hiking community to protect trails and fight for access today and for future generations.

For more information, visit AmericanHiking.org.

Learn more at WaterIsAwesome.com and NTMWD.com/SaveWater.

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Natto, a fermented soybean dish of Japan, offers postmenopausal women protection from bone fractures, concludes a new study in The Journal of Nutrition. Studying 24 years of records of 1,417 Japanese women older than 45, researchers found that compared to those women that rarely ate natto, those that consumed one to six 40-gram packs a week had 21 percent fewer fractures and those consuming more than seven packs had 44 percent fewer fractures. Tofu and other soybean products had no effect on fracture risk. With its strong smell and sticky consistency, natto is an acquired taste, but is also one of the few plant sources of vitamin K2, which activates bone-building proteins. Other studies have linked it to healthier gut flora, lower cholesterol and blood pressure levels, and a stronger immune system.

Consume Olive Oil to Fight Off Aging In what might be good news for teetotalers, researchers at the University of Minnesota found that it’s not the resveratrol in red wine that increases the life span of cells of those following the Mediterranean Diet, but the fat in olive oil that activates the critical pathway which prevents age-related diseases. “This pathway has been linked to almost all of [aging diseases]. It’s the roots,” says Doug Mashek, Ph.D., a professor in the departments of medicine and biochemistry, molecular biology and biophysics.

His studies suggest that the benefits of olive oil are most pronounced when coupled with fasting, limiting caloric intake and exercising. “We found that the way this fat works is it first has to get stored in microscopic things called lipid droplets, which is how our cells store fat. And then, when the fat is broken down during exercising or fasting, for example, is when the signaling and beneficial effects are realized,” Mashek explains.

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Eat a Plant-Based Diet to Lessen Stroke Risk People that eat a vegetarian diet rich in nuts, vegetables and soy may have a lower risk of stroke than others with diets that include meat and fish, concluded a new study in the journal Neurology. Taiwanese researchers studied two groups of healthy people over age 50 that lived in Buddhist communities in which drinking and smoking were discouraged and vegetarian diets were followed by about a third of residents. Compared to the meat- and fish-eaters, vegetarians consumed less dairy, animal protein and fat, about the same amount of eggs and fruit, and more fiber and plant protein. In the group of 5,050 people studied for six years, vegetarians had a 74 percent lower risk of ischemic stroke, in which blood flow to the brain is blocked, than nonvegetarians. In the group of 8,302 people followed for nine years, vegetarians had a 48 percent lower risk of overall stroke than nonvegetarians, a 60 percent lower risk of ischemic stroke and a 65 percent lower risk of hemorrhagic (bleeding) stroke. “Stroke can also contribute to dementia. If we could reduce the number of strokes by people making changes to their diets, that would have a major impact on overall public health,” says study author Chin-Lon Lin, M.D.

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Try Chinese Herbs for Ulcerative Colitis A Traditional Chinese Medicine herbal mix known as Gegen Quinlian decoction, when combined with standard Western pharmaceuticals, is more effective in treating the painful condition of ulcerative colitis than pharmaceuticals alone, concluded a Chinese review of 22 studies that included 2,028 patients with the disease. Typically used to heal diarrhea and gastrointestinal inflammation, the herbal mix produced few adverse reactions and resulted in low recurrence rates, researchers said.

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Maintain a Healthy Gut to Sidestep Colorectal Cancer In a study that for the first time establishes a direct link between the microbes inhabiting our bodies and the genetic alterations that drive cancer development, researchers from the Hubrecht Institute, in the Netherlands, have found that mutations linked to colorectal cancer can be caused by common gut bacteria carried by about one out of five people.

By exposing cultured human mini-guts to a particular strain of E. coli bacteria, they observed that the bacteria induced a unique pattern of mutations in the DNA of human cells that was also found in the DNA of patients with colorectal cancer, implying that these mutations were induced by the “bad” bacteria.

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Generating Electricity from Rain

A surprisingly high voltage can be generated from raindrops using a field-effect, transistor-style structure, reports a new study from the City University of Hong Kong in the journal Nature. A single drop can muster 140 volts, enough to briefly light up 100 small LED bulbs. The new design couples an aluminum electrode with an indium-tin oxide electrode layered with polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE), a material with a quasi-permanent electric charge.

When a raindrop hits the PTFE/tin surface, it bridges the two electrodes and creates a closed-loop circuit that helps fully release any stored charges. The technology could handle sustained rainfall, as well. If there are continuous drops, the charge accumulates and eventually hits a saturation point. Building rooftops could supplement some of the electricity used inside, and electric boats could extend their range.

Sentinel Trees Give Advance Warning

The United States, Europe and China are growing “sentinel trees” in strategic locations around the world to receive advance warnings of destructive pests that could destroy native plantings.

According to a study published in Plos One, “Sentinel nurseries represent one potential mechanism to address the current lack of knowledge about pests in the countries from where live plants are shipped and the threats they represent to native flora and crops in importing countries.” As global trade intensifies, the risk for accidental importing of and exposure to new invasive pests is a constant worry for entomologists and arborists, stimulating a search for new tactics to prevent future losses.

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Beware the Air Mindfulness Training May Reduce Paranoia In news that may be useful for people dealing with the stress of the global pandemic, researchers from the University of London have found that just one week of practicing mindfulness—moment-to-moment awareness—reduces feelings of paranoia. The research, published in the journal Mindfulness, was based on questionnaires of 494 people, enabling researchers to find a correlation between paranoia and judgemental thinking.

They found that higher levels of nonjudgement predicted lower levels of paranoia, even in individuals that had a predisposition for it.

Then, 68 people were selected and divided into two groups: one that was asked to go through a prerecorded, guided mindfulness session once per day, and one that acted as a control. The session consisted of a quick body scan, mindful breathing and awareness exercises.

The results showed a drop in judgmental thinking and paranoia in the mindfulness group.

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People continuously exposed to air pollution are at increased risk of dementia, especially if they also suffer from cardiovascular diseases, reports a new study from the Karolinska Institute in Sweden, published in the JAMA Neurology. Researchers examined nearly 3,000 adults with an average age of 74 living in the Kungsholmen district in central Stockholm for up to 11 years. Of those, 364 people developed dementia. The district’s annual average level of particulate matter 2.5 microns or less in width is high by Swedish standards, but low compared to international standards.

Heart failure and ischemic heart disease both enhanced the dementia risk, and stroke explained almost 50 percent of air pollutionrelated dementia cases, according to the researchers.

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Tofu Takeaway Isoflavones Lower Risk of Heart Disease

Observational research published in Circulation, the flagship journal of the American Heart Association, states that tofu and other foods that contain higher amounts of isoflavones are associated with a moderately lower risk of heart disease, especially for younger women and postmenopausal women not taking hormones.

Researchers at Harvard Medical Schools’ Brigham and Women’s Hospital analyzed data from more than 200,000 people that participated in three health and nutrition studies; all participants were free of cancer and heart disease when the studies began. Consuming tofu, which is high in isoflavones, more than once a week was associated with an 18 percent lower risk of heart disease, compared to a 12 percent lower risk for those that ate tofu less than once per month.

Tofu and whole soybeans are rich sources of isoflavones. Chickpeas, fava beans, pistachios, peanuts and other fruits and nuts are also high in isoflavones.

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Australian Wildfires Linked to Climate Change

Australia’s devastating wildfires during 2019 and 2020 were at least 30 percent more likely to occur because of human-caused climate change, report researchers in a new study published in the online journal Natural Hazards and Earth System Sciences. An intense heat wave was the primary factor in raising the fire risk, says climate scientist Geert Jan van Oldenborgh, with the Royal Netherlands Meteorological Institute. The study linked to climate change the extremity of that heat wave, which is 10 times more likely now than it was in 1900. Van Oldenborgh notes that climate simulations tend to underestimate the severity of such heat waves. “We put the lower boundary at 30 percent, but it could well be much, much more,” he says. The year 2019 was Australia’s hottest and driest since modern recordkeeping began in the country in 1910.

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Heat Converted into Electricity

Researchers from Japan’s Osaka University have found how the thermoelectric effect, or converting temperature differences into electricity, can be best used to power small, flexible devices, reports the journal Advanced Materials Technologies. Future healthcare applications will require internet connectivity between billions of sensors, and the devices that enable them must be small, flexible, reliable and environmentally sustainable.

Batteries are not optimal because continually replacing them is inconvenient and expensive. Many researchers have optimized device performance solely from the standpoint of the thermoelectric materials themselves. “Our approach is to also study the electrical contact, or the switch that turns the device on and off,” explains Tohru Sugahara, the corresponding author of the study. “The efficiency of any device critically depends on the contact resistance.”

Thermoelectric power generators are self-sustaining, self-powered and have no moving parts. Solar power and vibrational power do not have all of these advantages.

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Transformative Staycations

Finding Respite and Adventure Close to Home

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taycations—sticking close to home for new travel experiences—was a growing trend even before the COVID-19 pandemic turned it into a practical necessity for many of us. Staycations reduce costs, minimize travel time and also lower our carbon footprint by eliminating international travel. Happily, they don’t reduce the pure pleasure of finding new adventures, exploring untrammeled nature, seeing the familiar with fresh eyes and meeting people from all walks of life. All of that is close at hand, and especially when compared to foreign jaunts, the price is right.

A good place to start is by checking out state and regional parks, often overlooked gems offering scenic miles of trails for hiking, biking, birding, fishing, picnicking and other activities. “Whether mountains, prairies, rivers, forests in the country or heart of the city, there is always a state park waiting to welcome you, no matter what kind of recreation you enjoy,” says Jason Clay, spokesperson with Colorado Parks and Wildlife.

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ation Area; boat, fish and hammock camp in Jackson Lake State Park; and rock climb in Eldorado Canyon.

Parks can be discovered and trail maps downloaded by visiting TrailLink.com, run by the Rails-to-Trails Conservancy. It provides searches for nearby trails using parameters such as distance, types of activity and wheelchair accessibility. Its smartphone TrailLink app is free to download and $30 per year for unlimited customized use.

State, local and regional parks across the country offer rich educational opportunities for kids and adults alike, including naturalist-guided activities, bird and botany walks, lessons in local history, ecology and geography, and more. Several states offer free admission to all state-run parks, including Hawaii, Tennessee and Illinois. State-by-state listings of fees and policies can be found at Tinyurl.com/StateParkPasses.

Making a Quick Getaway

Weekend forays into natural and rustic settings can be ideal escape valves for people needing a simple, quick change of venue.

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Camping, of course, is always an option, but for those that want to be in nature in a more comfy fashion, using “cabin” as a search word works well in websites like Airbnb.com and TripAdvisor.com. The option of glamping—or glamorous camping—offers surprisingly luxurious stays outdoors in tents, pods and domes; check out Glamping.com.

Getaway.House offers woodsy outposts in 10 locations equipped with “tiny house” cabins around the country designed for quick escapes from cities. “If you were at your desk in need of an escape, you could cut out early and be there by 6 p.m.,” says Vice President of Marketing Rachel Mansfield. The private experience, with no check-in desk or communal areas, enables it to continue operating safely during the pandemic. The cabins, designed to blend in with their natural surroundings, are equipped with food for purchase, stove, books, radio, firewood, fire pit and Adirondack chairs, as well as a map for local hikes and adventures.

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from commitments, to figure out what my next chapter in life was going to be,” says Paige Conner Totaro, of Alexandria, Virginia, the founder of Unquote Travel, a web-based tour agency focusing on small group, off-the-beaten-track adventures.

“You can change your environment without going very far, and that in turn can change the way you think about things. Little things like sleeping on the other side of the bed can help you shake up your brain.”

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Local-led excursions are another way to see our home turf through a new lens. Airbnb Experiences, offered virtually everywhere that Airbnb lists lodging, are one-of-a-kind tours and classes designed and hosted by locals with unique expertise. Experiences run the gamut from neighborhood tours on foot or bikes with athletes to museum tours led by local artists or art historians. Many include a hands-on learning component, like how to make mosaics in a community art space or cook a local delicacy from a family recipe. Similar tours and experiences can be found on TripAdvisor’s Things To Do listings. WithLocals.com, whose mission is “to break down the barriers between travelers and locals worldwide,” also offers foodie fun and off-beat adventures.

Kelly Kniewel stumbled onto tour guiding after experiencing burnout in her previous career in the beverage industry.

An Airbnb Experiences host, Kniewel now leads small group tours of Chicago, introducing locals and visitors alike to many of its little-known facets. “I’ve fallen in love with my city all over again

doing these tours,” says Kniewel, a selfproclaimed history geek.

She loves to take guests inside Art Deco and Beaux Arts buildings they may have passed before without realizing the gorgeous art and architecture that exists inside, such as the library-turned-cultural center, Chicago Cultural Center, boasting two impressive glass domes, one designed by Tiffany Glass.

Another favorite excursion is taking guests on a water taxi tour. “It’s a cheap and unique way to see Chicago. The water, both the Chicago River and Lake Michigan, is so much a part of who we are as a city.”

During the limitations imposed during the COVID-19 period, Airbnb and other websites began offering experiences online, allowing people from all over the world to connect and make pastries with a Swedish baker, draw with a Mexican cartoonist, learn about apartheid from a South African or experience a day in the life of an American Olympic bobsledder.

Traveling the World Without Leaving Home

Hosting travelers can bring new meaning to a staycation, offering a rich opportunity for cross-cultural exchange without any exchange of currency. The popular CouchSurfing.com connects travelers with locals offering free use of a couch, air mattress or spare bedroom. Available in more than 200,000 cities worldwide, it has 14 million members and sponsors local language exchanges, dance classes, hikes and dinners, so there are opportunities to make new friends and have new experiences even without offering a place to sleep. (During COVID-19 restrictions, these activities were moved online.)

Similar organizations that offer opportunities for local hosting (including low- or no-cost lodging) include Servas.org, established in 1949, which stresses world peace and cultural exchange, and preinterviews potential guests and hosts to ensure safety; GlobalFreeloaders.com, a free registry for hosts and guests that do their own online screening and matching; and EvergreenClub.com, in which hosts provide a bed-and-breakfast homestay for travelers over age 50 for $20 a night.

An exciting option for homeowners is HomeExchange.com, a $150-a-year service that allows people in far-flung places to switch homes, either directly or through a staggered point system so they can truly live like locals.

John Fackenthal, of Rockville, Maryland, has hosted more than 100 couchsurfers from 29 countries, and loved every experience. “I had a big apartment in the heart of Washington, D.C., when I first started hosting, but lived alone and felt a little isolated. I wanted to bring back the youth hostel feel from travels in my younger days, where you’d hang out with fellow travelers and go hiking, share a meal or play cards,” he says.

A web developer, he recalls such memorable guests as a carpenter in his 60s from the Pacific Northwest that helped him with fixer-upper projects, a pair of pro volleyball players from the Czech Republic and two young women from China that prepared him a massive traditional Chinese feast “with all four burners going,” he says.

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Agrotourism, in which working farms open the barn doors to visitors for day or overnight trips, has the added advantage of supporting local agriculture. AgritourismWorld.com and FarmStayUS.com provide listings for farm stays worldwide searchable by type, such as Christmas tree farm, vineyard, orchard, dude ranch or alpaca farm.

The 40-acre Taos Goji Farm and Eco-Lodge Retreat, in Taos, New Mexico, is one such venue. “My husband and I returned to the land nine years ago after many years working as professionals in stuffy offices. The farm has been developed for our family and others who wish to be close to nature and to live off of the land,” says co-owner Elizabeth vom Dorp.

The farm is open for paid guests, as well as to the volunteers known as “Wwoofers” that come through Worldwide Opportunities on Organic Farms to

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help raise goji berries, fruits, vegetables and free-range chickens. All cabins date from the early 1900s, including an old dairy barn converted into a duplex and five sheep herder cabins. The farm is surrounded by a national forest, so many guests visit to enjoy hiking, biking, fishing, rafting and ballooning. “Families with children love to come and pick berries, collect eggs and pet the animals. We have rescue alpacas, sheep, goats, chickens

and turkeys,” says vom Dorp.

While the world may still be at the mercy of unfortunate circumstances this summer, travel is ultimately a state of mind. By staying open, curious and present, there are always new encounters and discoveries underfoot very close to home.

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

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r. Yoon Chang, owner approach includes examinof E Line Orthodontics, ing the bite during function, was exposed to may cultures understanding the existing as a child. His parents were jaw position dictated by teeth in the international import and creating a therapeutic business, which brought the jaw position based on differfamily from Chang’s birthent diagnostic tools, using place of Seoul, South Korea, orthodontics to accomplish to Chile and later to Peru. that change. “His non-surgical While these diverse environapproach was conservative, ments were influential, Chang logical and made so much was struck by how his sister’s sense,” Chang notes. life had changed after she had

Chang trained under Dr. Yoon Chang completed orthodontic treatSato for four years, learning ment. Her new smile gave her confidence craniomandibular orthodontics using the in school and helped her greatly expand her multiloop edgewise archwire (MEAW) orthsocial circle. That inspired Chang to help odontic technique to move teeth beyond the others achieve the same life-changing results limits of traditional orthodontics and create through improving smiles. changes in jaw relationships. He moved to

Chang attended Cayetano Heredia PeDallas to be near family and opened E Line ruvian University, and after graduating with Orthodontics in 2012. a doctor of dental surgery degree, he moved

“Traditionally, we think that teeth are to the U.S. and practiced general dentistry in just associated primarily with chewing, but Fontana, California for a year. He develteeth determine the position of the jaw, and oped an interest in jaw joint temporomanthe jaw influences speech, breathing, heardibular (TMJ) pain and studied at the TMJ ing, balance, body posture, vision and much Disorder program and the International more,” Chang explains. “When a person has Postdoctoral Program in General Dentistry an asymmetric jaw, the entire body has to at the University of Rochester. He practiced compensate to hold that asymmetry. The general dentistry in the San Francisco Bay neck bones have to twist and move sideways, Area for a year and decided to pursue the and the entire spine and feet need to comOrthodontics Residency Program and Maspensate to achieve neutrality, causing longter of Science degree at Marquette University lasting consequences beyond oral health.”

School of Dentistry, in Milwaukee.

Chang’s nonsurgical approaches in While he had outstanding mentors at cludes the MEAW and gum metal edgewise Marquette University, Chang wanted to find arch wire orthodontic techniques. Both are a way to avoid bicuspid extractions in cases of customized orthodontic archwires that may moderate to severe dental crowding and find move teeth beyond the limits of traditional alternatives to surgery for patients with jaw orthodontic straight-wire system and have disharmony. He learned about the work of the potential to correct a wide range of professor Sadao Sato, an internationally recmalocclusions and cervico-craniomandibognized orthodontics specialist from Japan. ular dysfunction without orthognathic jaw

“He taught the etiology of malocclusurgery or bicuspid extractions. sion from an adaptative and compensatory

Chang’s Phase I early orthodontic perspective, highlighting the fact that our therapy addresses craniofacial disharmony bite is capable of affecting and influencing in children by redirecting and creating a suitdistant parts of the body,” Chang says. Sato’s able environment for a child’s craniofacial

complex so that the jaws may adapt towards jaw harmony without the need of bulky extraoral appliances. Chang partners with other integrative doctors, therapists and dentists that focus and understand the dynamic nature of the craniofacial bony structures.

To manage and treat temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder, Chang uses TMJ axiography diagnosis, which evaluates patient’s joint function while talking, chewing, grinding and more. He uses Bruxchecker, a tooth grinding pattern checking appliance, along with an occlusal concept based on providing ideal TMJ support through axially oriented posterior teeth.

Chang also offers conventional orthodontics for patients with common dental crowding without skeletal anomaly. But he applies the same approach; he doesn’t extract bicuspids and avoids as much as possible the reduction of tooth size due to overcrowding.

He also avoids pre-made wires. “Most orthodontist use the same one-size-fits-all wire for everyone, but I customize every piece of the wire for each individual—my wrists are always tender, but that’s okay,” he jokes.

Chang could have chosen any line of work, and he’s happy he chose orthodontics. “When I’m able to change patients’ lives by managing pain symptoms and avoiding jaw surgery while giving them a great smile, I think that’s by far the biggest reward,” he shares.

E Line Orthodontics is located at 3550 Parkwood Blvd., Building E, Ste. 101 A, in Frisco.

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Wanderlust Begins at Home

t’s summertime, but the urge to hop on a jet or cruise ship to faraway places has been curbed this year by the COVID-19 pandemic. That doesn’t mean we have to stick around the house the whole time.

There’s plenty of adventure to be had in our own backyard if we only look. When queried, many New Yorkers will say that they have never visited the Statue of Liberty, for instance. Here are a few ways to enjoy a “wilderness” adventure that’s just around the corner.

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Greer Farm Lakeside Cabins 444 County Road 1125 Daingerfield 903-452-9738

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short drive from Dallas or Shreveport, the Greer Farm has been a traditional farm stay retreat for more than a decade.

With four log cabins nestled among stands of towering pine, oak and pecan trees on a lake and a barn loft apartment, visitors can maintain a safe distance from others while enjoying cooking classes, dining, catering and more. Each cabin has a kitchenette, complete with all the basic necessities behind a private, 11-acre lake. Paddleboats and canoes are available for free use, in addition to great fishing and wildlife. There is also volleyball, bocce and bicycles. Greer Farm is a working berry farm and cattle ranch. Those staying on the farm can help feed the animals and working quarter horses, plus Pepper the zebra.

During the warmer months, they offer a vegetable CSA and sell vegetables direct to subscribers, at farmers’ markets and at the farm.

For more information, visit GreerFarm.com.

Cabins on Bearpen Creek 9588 County Road 2422 Royse City • 469-260-6450

his informal property located in the thick woods of Hunt County is about an hour from downtown Dallas, offering rustic cabins, complimentary breakfast and woodland views. Located in Union Valley, it is close to Poetry, Royse City, Terrell, Quinlan, Rockwall and Greenville. The cabins are conveniently located near the shores of Lake Ray Hubbard, Lake Tawakoni and not far from Lake Fork. There are four cabins with one or two bedrooms on 10 acres, including a fishing pond and fire pits. The Victorian-style Heth House cabin can accommodate eight guests and comes complete with an outdoor fireplace and Bearpen Creek views from every angle.

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rooms. The seven cabins at Foothills Safari Camp sport a second-floor observation deck that allows an expansive view within the two-acre fenced area inside the main pasture. Each cabin has two twin beds, a bathroom, central heat and air, and a California king bed plus full-size hideaway bed in the Peregrine Room, one of the special bedrooms in the lodge. A breakfast buffet is included for all lodging guests. The cabins are for people that want to be closer to nature and the beautiful watering hole. It’s peaceful, with an amazing nighttime view of the stars, where patrons can watch animals come up for a drink from the ponds.

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n adults-only lakeside B&B with plush quarters, an outdoor pool and a hot tub, located less than 90 minutes from Dallas and 45 minutes from Fort Worth, the inn is an upscale lakefront retreat that offers luxury accommodations on three acres of landscaped grounds. With 15 guestrooms or suites, two guest houses and a saltwater pool with waterfall, they offer eight rooms in the main guest house, four suites with balconies and two guest cottages. Just a block from historic downtown Granbury and its historic attractions and restaurants, walking-distance attrac-

tions include the Granbury Opera House, Granbury Town Square and Hood County Jail and Historical Museum. Lake Granbury Marina is two miles away, and Squaw Valley Golf Course is a 15-minute drive.

For more information, visit InnOnLakeGranbury.com.

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The Range Vintage Trailers 325 Slate Rock Road Ennis • 817-713-8231

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he Range Vintage Trailer Resort is a new outdoor hotel featuring restored Airstreams and vintage trailers on 30 acres along the Ennis Bluebonnet Trail. Located 30 minutes south of Dallas in the town of Bristol, it features six renovated Airstreams and vintage trailers to rent, and 12 open sites for guests to bring their own Airstream or vintage trailer. A cedar timber barn for weddings and events, a farm-totable restaurant and custom Airstream bar are planned soon. All sites are situated more than 100 feet apart among trees and walking trails. Campers may fish for bass, watch the turtles in the ponds, hang out on the private deck, go to the nearby drivein movie theater, relax and recharge. The Range is passionate about their low-waste June 2020

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philosophy and repurposes as much as possible. This reuse mission is visible throughout, with the rusted Texas oil piping fence, flat rack containers converted into bridges over the ponds, reclaimed vintage doors on many of the buildings and restored vintage trailers dating back to 1953.

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uests can wander in wonder throughout this 900-plus-acre ranchland sanctuary and eco-friendly retreat an hour-and-a-half south of Dallas-Fort Worth, exploring miles of trails while staying at any one of the three distinct guest houses. Trail experiences include forested hillsides, lush pastures and overhang caves.

High Hope is a working ranch and wildlife sanctuary with many places to explore via guided and unguided trails. High Hope’s emphasis is on the environment, incorporating green practices such as solar power, organic land management, recycling, green cleaning, native landscaping and wildlife habitat preservation. Nearby attractions include Dinosaur Valley State Park, Fossil Rim Wildlife Center, Creation Evidences Museum and Historic Downtown Glen Rose Square.

For more information, visit HighHope Ranch.com.

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Taking to Vans and RVs for Life on the Road

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any Americans choose to travel in recreational vehicles (RVs) or well-equipped vans with all the comforts of home—no hotels, just the open road and a tank full of gas. Cindy Jane is a Florida naturalist, vegan advocate, accomplished artist and wife to land surveyor Kevin Georgeson. Now 50 years old, she’s had a dream since she was 18 to travel the country in a van, visiting state and national parks, hiking trails and spending quality time in nature. She envisions setting up an easel and painting in inspiring settings. “It’s about getting out of that social norm of always knowing what the next day is going to be like, doing the same thing every day. I like a little bit of the unknown, the unexpected. I want to see things. I want adventure. I want the freedom that comes with going,” she says.

The couple purchased a 2018 Ford Transit van with low mileage and a little warranty left on it. Together, they are customizing it to create a comfortable home away from home to satisfy Jane’s wanderlust. Crafty and resourceful, they voraciously watch YouTube videos to learn the ins and outs of solar panels, electrical hookups, kitchen countertops, insulation and 1,000 other details that go into a suc-

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cessful buildout. They’re taking their time to do it right after investing thousands of dollars already. To document their progress and hopefully inspire others, they record videos on Jane’s smartphone and post them to her website (ArtfulVeganNomad.com).

Val and Nick Wheatley are veteran nomads, having travelled the world for almost four years in all kinds of rides, including the 1994 Ford Bronco they drove across the U.S. for six months. Camping outdoors was challenging, and they vowed never again to travel in a vehicle without a bed. They purchased a Ford Econovan to explore New Zealand and sold it three months later when they left. In Germany, where beautiful campgrounds and free public lots with inexpensive electric and water hookups are plentiful, a rented RV was the way to go. With experience, the couple has come to prefer converted vans or smaller RVs, thanks to their fuel savings and easier maneuverability in cities and on narrow country roads.

According to the Wheatleys, traveling and living in close quarters has its drawbacks. Cleaning out portable toilets and taking showers at truck stops can be challenging, but for the avid explorers,

these inconveniences were always eclipsed by jaw-dropping scenery and cultural immersion in new countries. “Because we had wheels and time, we got to see some cool stuff off the beaten track that most people that were visiting for a weekend or week never see,” says Val.

Offering tips, tricks, candid descriptions and inspiring photography of their many world-trotting experiences, the couple’s travel blog (WanderingWheatleys. com) tallied more than 600,000 visitors last year. Through online advertising and affiliate programs, they earned enough money for living and travel expenses. “The world actually isn’t a scary place at all. People all over the world in every culture are friendly and welcoming,” Nick says.

For those looking to connect with fellow travelers, there are numerous recreational clubs that offer base camps, programming and social opportunities. One such club is Sisters on the Fly (SistersOnTheFly.com), an all-women outdoor adventure club founded in 1999 by Maurrie Sussman and her sister Rebecca Clarke with a penchant for small, vintage trailers that are restored and embellished by their owners.

With 9,000 active members and an organizer in each state, these resourceful and festive ladies hold more than 1,000 events nationwide every year, including fly fishing, guided tours, kayaking, mountain climbing, biking and more. “It’s about being outdoors and meeting amazing women. We love going into the national parks, taking back roads and visiting all the small towns,” Sussman says.

Living in an RV or van full-time has become an attractive option for many people, including college kids looking for inexpensive housing or retirees on limited incomes. “I think more and more we’re seeing people who value their time more than a bunch of possessions,” says Jane. “Maybe that means working less and living more frugally, so you see a rise in minimalism and van life.”

For a wealth of information on vans and RVs as full-time options, as well as in-depth interviews with van lifers, visit Bob Wells’ YouTube channel CheapRVLiving.

Sandra Yeyati is a freelance writer. Reach her at SandraYeyati@gmail.com.

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Lifting Moods with Feel-Good Foods

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hether it’s a pandemic, a breakup or a busy day with the kids, heading to the kitchen for a carb fix or a pint of ice cream is a common knee-jerk response to stress. It’s easy to get caught in a whirlpool of poor eating when our bodies need nutritional support more than ever.

Sustained or chronic stress can reduce levels of dopamine and serotonin—neurotransmitters linked to feelings of both satiety and happiness. “When serotonin levels are normal, it leads to both emotional satisfaction and a sense of fullness after a meal,” says Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach Maria Marlowe, in New York City and Dubai. “Conversely, when serotonin levels are low, it can lead to depression and a tendency to reach for sweet and starchy foods.”

“Finding healthier substitutes that are less processed can make a huge impact.”

Experts agree that concentrating on weight loss or super-strict diets during times of adversity might do more harm than good. “Focusing on the need to lose weight during crisis will only do two things—make you feel guilty if you’re not eating what you think you’re supposed to and potentially make you eat more out of guilt,” says Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Jennifer Neily, in Dallas.

Opting for healthier versions of favorite comfort foods is a doable compromise that can prevent endorphins from plummeting after the usual temporary spike.

“With the right ingredients and recipes, we can satisfy our cravings for sweet, salt, creamy or crunchy with healthier upgrades of our favorite junk foods,” says Marlowe.

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Eating to stay healthy during hard times can tickle the taste buds without a lot of invested time. Marlowe’s go-to favorites like homemade banana ice cream or chocolate truffles not only take minutes to prepare, but fortify the brain. For must-have salty fa-

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vorites, she suggests opting for snack foods seasoned with unrefined or pink Himalayan salt, fresh guacamole, salsa, olives or pickles. Filling a seaweed sushi wrap with avocado can be a satisfying and easy snack.

For easy-exotic, Marlowe says, “I always keep coconut milk and unsweetened curry paste on hand to whip up a red Thai curry, my favorite 15-minute dinner.

Simply add fresh or frozen vegetables and protein of choice and you have a satisfying, flavorful meal that is faster than delivery.”

Waddle’s healthy comfort foods include nuts of different flavors, dried fruits and baked Brussels sprouts with nitritefree bacon, black pepper and a sprinkle of nutmeg. “The food you consider comfort food is comforting because it’s familiar,” she says. “When you start eating healthier food more often, it will become comfort food. Just keep trying new things.”

Keep it Simple

The kitchen can be our greatest ally during any life-storm, but having a stress-free strategy is key, especially paying attention to emotional states. “Ask yourself, ‘Is it head hunger or belly hunger? Above the neck or below the neck?’ If it’s the latter and that’s truly what is desired, don’t deny yourself, but choose with conscious understanding. Savor the flavor,” says Neily.

Marlowe recommends easy meal planning and maintaining an eating schedule. “This helps remove some of the stress and decision fatigue that comes with figuring out what to eat in the moment, especially with random ingredients in the fridge.” Food shopping can be an instant junk food trap. Waddle’s approach is a sure way to outsmart impulse buying based on habit. She says,“Start with the produce department first. This fills your cart with fresh foods and your cart will be full by the time you get to the snack aisle.”

Self-compassion can be one of the most important, yet overlooked considerations. “Regardless of what you choose to eat, be gentle with yourself,” notes Waddle.

“The guilt of eating poorly is more damaging than the food.”

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

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Sweet Recipes for Healthy Snacking Banana Ice Cream 2 overripe bananas ¼ tsp vanilla extract

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Add-Ins: choose as many as desired 2-3 tsp cacao powder 1 Tbsp almond butter 2-3 tsp carob powder 3-4 pitted dates ¼ tsp cinnamon 1 cup frozen strawberries 6 mint leaves 1 Tbsp coconut flakes (or coconut butter or shredded coconut) 1 Tbsp ginger 1 Tbsp almond butter or almonds ½-inch peeled ginger piece

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3 Tbsp cacao powder 1½ cups dates, pitted 3 Tbsp shredded coconut, unsweetened

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Toppings (choose a few) Cacao nibs Cacao powder Sesame seeds Shredded coconut Pistachios, crushed Walnuts, crushed Acai powder Goji powder Maqui powder Pomegranate powder

Peel bananas, break in half and put in a zip-top freezer bag. Freeze for at least 4 hours or overnight. Place all ingredients (banana base plus the add-in ingredients of choice) into a high-speed blender such as a Vitamix, and blend on high until soft-serve ice cream consistency is reached, which should be in about 30 to 60 seconds.

Taste to determine whether any more add-ins are needed and re-blend if desired.

Spoon out and serve.

Source: Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach Maria Marlowe

Add cacao powder, dates and coconut to a blender. (A bullet blender works well.)

Blend until a paste is formed, which should only take a few seconds. Roll about a tablespoon or so of paste into a ball. Repeat.

Choose a topping, sprinkle it onto parchment paper and roll date ball in it to coat.

Fast, Healthy Pasta Gluten-free bean and legume-based pastas provide more fiber and protein compared to traditional pasta, points out Marlowe. She suggests placing a steamer basket full of chopped veggies like broccoli, cauliflower and squash over boiling pasta water for a quick pasta primavera.

Add some garlic sautéed in olive oil and a little salt and pepper.

Feel-Good Foods Serotonin boosters for better mood and digestive harmony:

kiwi, bananas, pineapple, kiwi, plums, all types of berries, tomatoes, raw cacao nibs, 90 percent dark chocolate, chia seeds, pumpkin seeds, butternuts (related to walnuts), almonds, eggs, beans, oats, protein-rich foods, sea vegetables, avocados, Swiss chard, beets, green tea and spices like turmeric.

Dopamine boosters for better mood and memory, and warding off neurodegenerative diseases: artichokes, ripe bananas, tahini, wheat germ, almond butter, leafy greens, lentils, chickpeas, black beans, papaya, red beets, apples, watermelon, blueberries and prunes.

Natural Awakenings recommends using organic, non-GMO (genetically modified) and non-bromated ingredients whenever possible.

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Although it may be hard to pull ourselves up from the couch during periods of adversity, sticking to an exercise program can help boost immunity and emotional resilience. “Not feeling like exercising is common during stressful times, but try to remember how good you feel afterward and the sense of accomplishment. Remember the why,” says life coach Suzanne King, in Marlton, New Jersey.

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Stephanie Mansour, host of the PBS fitness and health show Step it up with Steph, concurs: “Once I started viewing workouts as my own personal confidenceboosting time, a lightbulb went off in my head and I became addicted to this time with myself.” The Chicago-based personal trainer recommends lightening up. “Find something fun. Do something goofy like dancing around. Schedule this in and instead of ‘workout’, call it ‘pump-up time for me’.”

Getting outside and hitting the trails or walking every evening after dinner is a great way to get oxygen-infused aerobic time. “Use outdoor space to your advantage,” says Wong. “I’ve taught boot camps at parks, and one game I like doing is Touch 20 Things. Run around and touch 20 things at least 15 to 20 feet apart, but don’t touch the same thing twice. He also suggests doing sprints or bear crawls for distance exercise and step-ups on park benches or large rocks. “If a park is not

available, similar things can be done in your backyard. Just have fun with it.”

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Exercising Outside the Box Working out with a different rule set offers an invitation to add a new twist to a usual favorite. “I personally practice martial arts every day, but that can be done in a variety of ways,” says Wong, pointing to gentle qigong, shadow boxing, breathing exercises, footwork drills and heavy bag training.

He recommends exercising every day, but limiting more intense workouts to three or four times a week. Cardio exercises such as walking and bicycling are a good daily choice, while high-intensity interval training workouts can be accomplished with minimal or no equipment. There are a variety of methods with timing elements that can be used to get a good workout.

For example, with the As Many Rounds As Possible regimen, three exercises are done back-to-back for as many rounds as possible in a 10-to12-minute period.

Exploring free online classes on YouTube and other platforms opens up even

more options, including yoga, Pilates and dance classes. Many trainers offer virtual workouts over Zoom or Skype live in real time. There are also mobile apps with workouts available for download.

The Support Factor Partners or family members can help each other to stay on a workout schedule.

“You can set up a chart for you and your family members to put a star or checkmark once you’ve finished a workout.

Turn it into a competition, and whoever has the most stars at the end of a few weeks gets to pick the workout for the whole family to do,” suggests Mansour.

Partners can also make a pact to take care of the kids when it is the other’s turn to grab some fitness time.

Being motivated is easier with some self-love, King reminds us: “You can begin something new by fully appreciating yourself with daily gratitude.”

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Stephanie Mansour suggests this quick workout: 4 Run and march in place, punching your fists in the air.

4 Hop over a tile line on the floor and back. Both of these count as cardio.

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4 After that, do 10 repetitions of an ab exercise such as crunches or toe taps.

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and fewer behavior problems. After 9/11, children that tested high in measures of family narratives proved to be more resilient and less stressed.

Family stories can be of loss—“Once we had it all”—or of triumph—“We came up from nowhere”—but the most powerful stories are those that show both the peaks and the valleys, the hilarious escapades and deep losses. “Even simply hearing what other people wish they could have done differently helps to offer children a broader perspective to current experiences,” says Carrie Krawiec, a family therapist at Birmingham Maple Clinic, in Troy,

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“Family stories help children feel safe, secure and grounded,” says psychology professor Robyn Fivush, Ph.D., director of the Family Narratives Lab at Emory University, in Atlanta. “The stories provide a sense that they belong to something larger than themselves.” In the midst of unsettling events, she says it’s especially important for children to know that the family has been through hard times before and persevered.

Emory research shows that children, teens and young adults that know more of their family’s narratives have a greater sense of control over their lives, more self-esteem, better grades, higher social competence, less anxiety and depression,

Michigan. Accounts of the deepest trauma also prove formative: Knowing how their great-grandparents survived the Holocaust gave young adults a sense of gratitude, pride, courage and a greater religious commitment, a University of Pennsylvania study found.

Stories unfold easily at holiday dinners and during long car rides; even during an ordinary dinner, some kind of story—“Guess what happened today at the store?”—occurs about every five minutes, Fivush’s research shows. But summer vacation or days spent together inside a house provide a special opportunity for kids to dive deeper into their family background.

For example, they can write an essay about a grandparent or aunt, write and direct a play with siblings, make a scrapbook, read history or novels to study events that took place during a specific time period, write a song or story from the ancestor’s point of view, research and draw a family tree or create a mini-documentary based on an interview with an older relative.

This is the quiz used in family narrative research, but Fivush cautions that the 20 questions are only a starting point, and many more can be created. Nor does getting the facts exactly right matter—those can easily be in dispute among family members. “It is the telling, the sharing and the listening that is more important than the story itself,” she says.

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I think so. In the past, you said things like, “Hello, how are you?” as a greeting. But now, when people say it, they really mean it. There’s a sense of genuine compassion that I think is coming out in everyone on a scale that I’ve never seen before. We’re feeling empathy for people that are suffering, but also feeling empathy for each other, because we realize that everyone is in a similar place.

How do you explain this upsurge in kindness during social distancing and isolation?

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Absolutely. We’ve been called to unify, to recognize that we are part of the same human family. There’s a global outpouring of compassion. We’re transforming, becoming more aware of our own kindness and the needs of other people.

On another level, I saw a meme that said, “It feels like the universe has sent us home to our rooms to think about what we’ve done.” There’s research that correlates an increase in viruses and parasites over the last couple of years to a loss in biodiversity due to human action, like knocking down rain forests and humaninduced climate change. Species extinctions are 1,000 to 10,000 times greater today than they’ve ever been in recorded history, except for 65 million years ago

when an asteroid crashed into the Earth and wiped out the dinosaurs. Parasites, viruses and bacteria have nowhere else to go, so they’re jumping species, from bats to humans, for example. We’re being called spiritually not only to be more compassionate and kind to each other, but also to recognize the damage we’re doing to the planet and to be more respectful of nature, the environment and animals.

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Are certain acts of kindness better than others?

It doesn’t matter what you do. What matters most is that you do it because you mean it; you genuinely have a sense of empathy and want to help someone. All of the physiological benefits of kindness come because the feelings induced by kindness generate what I call kindness hormones, the most important one being oxytocin, which is a female reproductive hormone that also plays a big role in cardiovascular health.

Can a small act of kindness really make a difference in the world?

Absolutely. It’s been charted scientifically that if you do something kind for somebody, that person will be kind or kinder to five other people over the next day or two because of how you made them feel. Those five people will be kind or kinder to five further people, which turns into 25 people, and each of those 25 will be kind to five people, which takes it to 125 people’s lives that can be changed and affected in small and large ways three social steps away from you simply because of one tiny little thing you did.

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POWER UP YOUR BRAIN Six Ways to Boost Blood Flow

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meat for soy and fish protein, eating antioxidant-rich produce such as pomegranate, blueberries, spinach and kale, and consuming lots of nitrate-rich food like celery and leafy greens which are converted to NO in the body. He especially recommends beets—one study reported that in juice form, it increases nitric oxide levels by 21 percent in 45 minutes—as well as dark chocolate. In a Harvard study, older people that drank two cups of hot chocolate a day for 30 days had improved blood flow to the brain and better memory.

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Take amino acid supplements. “Consuming supple-

ments containing both L-arginine and L-citrulline are welldocumented to boost the production of endothelium-derived NO,” says Ignarro. “Adding antioxidants to the amino acid mix provides added benefit by increasing NO levels.” He recommends pomegranate extract, cocoa flavonols and omega-3 supplements.

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Move the body. Fast walking, running, cycling, swimming,

ball playing, weight lifting and yoga all help improve cranial blood flow, says Ignarro: “Physical activity stimulates the production of NO in all arteries, including those in the brain.” In one study, women over 60 that walked for 30 to 50 minutes three or four times a week increased ongoing cranial blood flow up to 15 percent. Yoga exercises like downward dog and shoulder stands also raise blood flow in the head.

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ur brain has many well-known structures like the amygdala that detects danger and the prefrontal cortex that enables planning, but we often take for granted the 400 miles of blood vessels that push through a liter of blood per minute, carrying in oxygen and nutrients, and porting out wastes. “Our brains are highly metabolic organs, so they require lots of nutrients and oxygen to function properly, and those can only get to our brain when we have good blood flow,” says naturopathic physician Emilie Wilson, of the Synergy Wellness Center, in Prescott, Arizona.

When that blood flow is optimal, we feel energized and clear-headed; when it’s low, we feel foggy and listless. Low levels of cranial blood flow have been linked in brain imaging studies to strokes and dementia, as well as bipolar disorder, depression and suicidal tendencies. The first imperative for healthy cranial blood flow is to make sure our blood pressure, blood sugar and cholesterol numbers are in a healthy range. Health practitioners can help us address that, as well as the conditions linked to reduced blood flow—heart disease, hypothyroidism, diabetes, anemia, depression and smoking. To boost brain blood flow, specific lifestyle strategies have proven to be highly effective:

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Eat strategically, especially beets and chocolate.

Nitric oxide (NO) is made in the endothelium, the thin layer of cells that line blood vessels; it relaxes the inner muscles of those vessels, maximizing blood flow. “The continuous formation of NO in the brain is essential to life,” says prominent pharmacologist Louis Ignarro, Ph.D., who received the Nobel Prize in Science in 1998 for discovering that humans produce NO and that it lowers blood pressure and improves blood flow. He advocates passing up

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Play music. Research using functional magnetic resonance imaging published in Scientific Reports found that blood flow in the brain increases when people listen to music they love, whether it’s Mozart or Eminem. In a recent study, Weightless, a song written by the British group Macaroni Union along with sound therapists, reduced participants’ anxiety levels by 65 percent and physiological resting rates by 35 percent.

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Do a chanting meditation. Kirtan Kriya, a 12-minute

daily meditation that includes chanting, finger movements and visualization, “has been researched for over 18 years and has documented benefits in increasing blood flow to the brain,” says Krystal Culler, senior Atlantic fellow with the Global Brain Health Institute, in San Francisco and Ireland. YouTube offers several versions, as does the Alzheimer’s Research and Prevention Foundation (Tinyurl.com/12MinuteYogaMeditation).

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Consider acupuncture and craniosacral therapy.

“Acupuncture has been used for thousands of years to boost blood flow, and it can also relax tense muscles in the neck and head, which can impair blood flow more than we realize,” says Wilson. She also recommends the gentle, hands-on-head approach of craniosacral therapy: “It can directly improve blood flow by removing restrictions, and it can also rebalance sympathetic and parasympathetic functions, which has beneficial effects on our nervous system and on blood flow.”

Ronica O’Hara is a Denver-based health writer. Connect at OHaraRonica@gmail.com.

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ne morning we woke up and our reality had been turned upside-down while we slept. Our job, family, shopping, dining and other familiar routines were now menacingly dangerous for who knows how long. Thankfully, nightmares don’t last forever, and neither will the COVID-19 pandemic. Right now, it’s important to maintain a healthy perspective and apply some self-healing practices to stay on an even keel. Here, North Texas Brain health experts give us some tips and strategies.

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early half the workforce reports burnout, and parenting, too, is a highstakes job. Chronic stress increases the size of the amygdala (involved in the fight-orflight response), causes premature aging and reduces connections necessary for memory, learning, critical thinking, attention and emotional regulation. Self-care is crucial to mitigate the damage of toxic stress. Here are some strategies to help:

Be mindful and mindless: Burnout is an accumulation of inconspicuous disappointments. Thus, mindfulness, or being present in the moment, is central to gathering an internal, nonjudgmental weather report. Doing so while moving the body in rhythm with our breath adjusts neurological chemistry and boosts oxygen and blood flow to the brain. Exercise enhances attention, motivation, learning, memory and mood, and provides sensorimotor input that improves the body-brain communication. Conversely, sometimes it is essential to stop thinking. Research demonstrates this is when we maximize creativity and enjoy “Aha!” perspectives.

n Nurture relationships: Laugh, have fun, and share emotions to deactivate the amygdala.

n Journal: Celebrate victories, reframe setbacks as growth opportunities and practice gratitude to reduce stress and resolve conflicts. As a bonus, this fine motor task bolsters self-regulation.

n Reconnect with a purpose: Write down commitment dates for engaging in hobbies or causes that set our heart on fire but have been sacrificed.

n “I am overwhelmed and don’t know if I can even begin,” is a warning that our well-being is at stake. Take baby steps. We are significant and deserve to find wholeness again.

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e are continually inundated with information; much of it unsettling, with COVID-19 developments and economic forecasts evolving each day. Many of us have become news junkies, glued to our screens as we try to make sense of it all. We are continually stuffing ourselves with information. Too much of it overloads the brain, impeding brain efficiency, mental alertness, decision-making and fluid intelligence. And the more we take in, the shallower our thinking, the lower our logical reasoning ability and the less likely we are to act wisely.

In effect, our mental agility and active decision-making capacity get mired by having to sift through excessive data. To make matters worse, much of the news is negative and frightening—and that increases our cortisol (stress) levels and builds counterproductive pathways in the brain, hindering our ability to down regulate fear and anxiety, as well as our capacity to imagine a better future.

The key to staying informed and brain healthy is to limit what we take in. The brain responds more effectively when presented with bite-size amounts of objective information that allow us to weigh both sides.

We can feed our brain and strengthen the right neural connections by putting ourselves on a healthy “information diet”.

Ration daily intake of negative news; for example, set a time in the morning and early evening to turn off news notifications on all devices for the rest of the day. Nourish the brain by consuming positive stories and having non-COVID conversations at mealtimes. Treat ourselves to some “dessert” by imagining days beyond this time. This kind of possibility thinking actually helps us stay resourceful and flexible in a changing environment.

It’s a paradox that more information can make us less able to process, understand and act, but the science is clear.

Dr. Sandi Chapman is the chief director of The Center for Brain Health-The University of Texas At Dallas. For more information, call 972-883-3400.

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ads, lighten up. Yes, all dads project their own fears and hopes on their children. If Dad dreamed of becoming a first baseman for the Yankees, he’ll push Johnny into baseball, ignoring his son’s preference for woodworking. If Dad harbored hopes of being the next Hemingway, he’ll praise Mary’s poetry, and maybe skip a few of her tedious soccer games.

Those are the facts, ma’am. Dads have a habit of imposing their own success goals on their kids. It’s not built into fatherhood to let kids willy-nilly develop their own talents and dreams. Does that ruin the kids? Who knows? It happens in just about every family, so good luck finding a control group for the experiment.

There may be no hope for the kids, but how about the dads? What might happen if they notice this odd behavior and how might that lighten their own loads?

Most of us dads, most of the time, initially take on the responsibility of fatherhood—income, protection, education—with drive and purpose. We make compromises with our pre-dad selves. The sports car gets traded in for a minivan. Playing guitar becomes a hobby, not a professional goal. We sign on at the warehouse. New dads around the country are making these changes every day, and mostly with alacrity.

It’s later, when the perfect infant becomes the complaining toddler or

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rejecting teenager, that the vexing notion arises that another life could have been lived. This form of nostalgia—for what never came—is bitter. The word “nostalgia”, after all, comes from the Greek for “the pain of going home”.

But by seeing himself project his dreams on his children, a father can also see how he’s holding onto a suspect belief that another life would have been better. With maturity, a dad can revisit his adolescent dreams; not nostalgically, but with the wisdom that comes with age. Did I really have a chance at the Yankees? Be real. Weren’t there two guys in high school alone who had more talent?

Asking these questions, a father might even notice that no one in the family measures his worth in worldly achievements.

A dad is best remembered in his capacity for love, kindness, forgiveness, everyday strength and friendliness. Your child may know you’re a master carpenter. But what she remembers is that day when you gently showed her the right way to hold a hammer.

Neal Allen is a spiritual coach and author who shares seven children, step-children and grandchildren with his wife, writer Anne Lamott. His book on a new path to personal freedom will be released by Hierophant Publishers in spring 2021. For more information, visit ShapesOfTruth.com.

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During the coronavirus crisis, biking is especially recommended, as it provides exceptional aerobic and cardio exercise, relaxation and because it maintains social distancing. Keeping in mind proper equipment, fitness, safety and other factors can make it even more fulfilling during this difficult period.

Choose the right bike. Those designed for roads and pavement are generally lighter and have more gears than mountain bikes, which have more shock-absorbing features, plus more lower gears to help traverse inclined terrain. Urban and commuting bikes feature a slightly more upright riding position that allows better sightlines and improved visibility by motorists.

Use a bike shop with mechanics that test and adjust the bikes they sell, including determining the proper seat height—which facilitates proper alignment of hips and a full rotation—and the ideal distance from the handlebars to the seat tube. Back, knee or hip pain may develop if a cyclist has to stretch his or her legs to get to the pedals, according to the League of American Bicyclists. A biker doesn’t get proper leg extension if the seat is too low. The legs should

be almost, but not totally extended at the lowest point in pedaling.

Safety takes many forms. Even well-marked bike lanes don’t guarantee safety, so use caution. Some motorists are careless about entering bike lanes and don’t correctly stop at crosswalks or look behind before opening doors. Keep at least five feet from the sides of cars to avoid being hit. Don’t weave in and out of traffic, always don a helmet, signal turns and watch out for runners and walkers. Use the stop signal

Proper pedaling can help prevent strains. In addition to

ensuring they’re employing proper leg extension, it’s advised that bikers pedal a little faster in a lower gear; ideally, 75 to 90 revolutions per minute, which is easier on the knees with less muscle fatigue than traveling slower in a higher gear.

Routine maintenance includes “cleaning and lubing the chain, replacing brake pads, and changing and fixing a flat tire,” according to major bike and outdoor retailer Recreational Equipment, Inc. (rei.com). The website has helpful tips on tools to obtain, along with basic information on bike maintenance, cleaning and fixing a flat tire.

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Changing the brain might be the way to go. Calmer Canine is a device that sends targeted, pulsed, electromagnetic field (tPEMF) signals to the dog’s brain.

Unlike approaches like medications, supplements and cannabidiol (CBD) that have to be administered repeatedly as needed, “the dog gets two, 15-minute treatments per day for four to six weeks,” says veterinarian Judy Korman, at Assisi Animal Health, in New York City and Santa Fe, New Mexico. A 2019 pilot study of nine dogs that she conducted in cooperation with the North Carolina State University of Veterinary Medicine, which developed the device, showed that the tPEMF signals reduced anxiety and restored calm.

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eparation anxiety is a common canine problem, diagnosed in as many as 40 percent of dogs seen by veterinary behavioral specialists. When the dog is left alone, it may serenade the neighbors, soil the house or cause damage.

Stories abound of unstuffed couches, dugup floors, destroyed window coverings and dog injury from chewing out of a crate or trying to escape through windows.

In an article on separation anxiety syndrome (SAS) in the Journal of American Veterinary Medicine, Stefanie Schwartz, DVM, cites several studies that agree on common risk factors for SAS in dogs: history of traumatic separation, inexperience with being alone, excessive greetings and prolonged departures by owners, relocation and changes in routine or family structure.

Symptoms vary in scope and degree, but SAS is painful for both dog and parent.

Repeatedly returning home to complaints from neighbors or considerable damage can cause owners to surrender their dogs.

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If a dog is acting out, an assessment is needed to ensure that what seems like SAS isn’t caused by underlying conditions.

Boredom, illness or canine cognitive dysfunction could result in actions and symptoms such as pacing or excessive salivating that mimic anxiety. If SAS is diagnosed, owners must understand that dogs aren’t exacting revenge and should never be punished for behavior exhibited when they are terrified, advise veterinarians.

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A 2018 study in the Journal of Veterinary Behavior suggests that petting a dog for one minute before leaving may make the dog calmer during separation. Some dogs feel safest when left in a crate covered with a blanket. The human attitude toward separation can be felt by the dog, as well, but some dogs simply need more help coping.

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“I’ve tried medication and natural supplements, and have found that what works best for all three of my dogs is plenty of exercise. Long walks, especially in new locations with new smells, are a favorite,” says Kimberly Gauthier, a blogger at Keep the Tail Wagging and Dog Mom Style, in Marysville, Washington.

There is a physiological reason for engaging in walks guided by the dog’s nose. “The more the dog is able to take in scent, the more it triggers the seeking part of the brain, the more enriching life is for the dog and the more it calms them down,” says Mittsy Voiles, a behavior specialist at the Lake Mills Veterinary Clinic, in Wisconsin.

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Good nutrition allows dogs to be more successful citizens. “If you make the baseline fundamentals good, it gives the dog the ability to think, process its environment and have less anxiety,” says holistic veterinarian Catherine Alinovi, at Healthy Pawsibilities, in Clearwater, Florida. Processed kibble with food coloring is doggie junk food. “Kibble Quandary: A Fresh Look at Pet Food,” at NaturalAwakenings.com, suggests healthier feeding options.

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Commonly, pet owners are turning to the hemp plant derivative CBD as a calming aid. For those considering nutraceuticals, herbs and supplements, a holistic veterinarian can make recommendations.

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Diffusing calming essential oils may relax some dogs, but a mild scent for humans could supersaturate a dog’s olfactory organ, preventing them from smelling what’s necessary. Learning how to use essential oils safely around pets is critical. But the pacifying scent of natural pheromones that mimic the comfort of nursing are hard to beat; pheromone-based products in sprays, diffusers, wipes and collars can be found in natural-health stores and pet stores. “It’s effective for dogs who need to feel safe or when adjusting to a new environment,” says Voiles.

ThunderShirts, special blankets and Dog TV are tried by many, but no one option works for every dog. “When people try things and don’t get improvement, they should seek a holistic veterinarian who can help figure out what is going on,” says Alinovi.

Julie Peterson writes about wellness and the environment. Reach out at JuliePeterson2222@gmail.com.

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