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I now realize how in my younger years most of the successes I enjoyed were the result of someone reaching out to take an interest in me and my performance.

They thought they saw something good in me or felt that whatever I was doing could help make a difference. The funny thing is that I thought it was all about me. Now more mature and, I hope, a bit wiser, I realize such generosity had more to do with their open-heartedness than with granting me my just desserts. Opportunities came simply because I have been blessed in encountering such individuals here on Earth.

I blush to think how I rarely I thanked them appropriately. I remember thinking, “I can never repay them, I have nothing to give that approaches the value of what they gave me.” Yet over time, with the help of the Holy Spirit, my own heart has opened wider. And somewhere along my way it sunk in that I could begin repaying my benefactors by paying it forward to others.

I’ve also learned that giving is seldom about money. Rather, it’s all about encouraging whoever I can, whenever I can in ways that meet their need. It’s about connecting people that can help each other; it’s about taking an interest in promising people with promising ideas. I’d love to hear how you show your gratitude.

Experts observe that an attitude of gratitude in and of itself can lead to growth, help restore balance in our lives, and welcome even more good in to be thankful for. It’s a perfect season for Natural Awakenings to focus on Personal Growth. So we invite you now to take a moment to hit the “pause” button and discover the people and ideas within these pages that might light a path to new views, perspectives and perhaps a renewed sense of inner peace and gratitude for you.

In our feature article, “Fast Track to Personal Growth,” Bess J.M. Hochstein explores several avenues of self inquiry that can lead to more grace and love for our self and thus, those around us. Each positive choice and selfless contribution we make ripples out to benefit the whole, joining other expanding ripples in making the world more like our Creator intended it to be. What a wonderful thought to move forward with during this special season of Thanksgiving.

I’ll close by expressing my deepest gratitude for you, our loyal readers, advertisers and distributors, who support green, healthy and sustainable lifestyles in the DFW Metroplex and spread the good news of this magazine to friends and colleagues. Some of you even pick up a number of copies at your nearest Whole Foods Market, Central Market and Sun Flower Shoppe stores for your office. Thank you all; we strive to earn and deserve your loyalty.

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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.

14 AYURVEDA SEEKS TO UNITE

ALL CREATURES IN WELLNESS

by Peggy Breeze

15 BELLO NATURALE MAKES NATURALLY GREAT HOLIDAY GIFTS 16 FAST TRACK TO PERSONAL GROWTH Transform Your Life with Mentors, Books, Workshops and Online Courses

by Bess J.M. Hochstein

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12 32 calendarofevents HOLIDAY BLUES

by Debby Romick 35 ongoingevents

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22 SUPERPOWER KIDS’ IMMUNE SYSTEMS

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23 DON’T BE A SITTING DUCK THIS WINTER

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newsbriefs

Visit the Farmers’ Market for Fall Gift-Giving Ideas

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he state senate has passed a law that provides a $2,500 alternative fuel rebate to residents that buy certain vehicles at a Texas dealership. Funding is only available for 3,150 vehicles. It can be combined with other incentives and split evenly between electric vehicles and natural gas/propane vehicles that include passenger vehicles or light duty trucks.

The program is expected to begin in April or May 2014. DFW Clean Cities, a program of the North Central Texas Council of Governments, will post updated information about the rebates as it becomes available at nctcog.org/aqfunding.

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he Grand Prairie Farmers’ Market sells locally grown fruits and vegetables, meats, cheeses, wines, tamales, candles, soaps and more, every Saturday except November 30 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., through December. Handmade

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he 46th annual Capital One Bank YMCA Turkey Trot Run, the largest Thanksgiving Day event of its kind in the country, will be held the morning of November 28, starting at Dallas City Hall Place. Nearly 40,000 participants are expected to gather for the Turkey Trot eight-mile race and 5K fun run. The popular event benefits programs that help the YMCA to strengthen the foundations of the community.

Participants can choose to be chip-timed in both events with a $5 timing charge. Also with registration, participants will receive a complimentary 25-visit membership to begin Training for the Trot at a Dallas area YMCA. Registration is ongoing through November 27.

Cost is $30 for untimed and $35 for timed participation. Trot Tot registration for children 6 and under is $15. For more information, call 214-954-0500 or visit TheTrot.org.

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Fall veggies return November 9 and Gobble Daze will be held November 16, with gobble games, turkey bowling, turkey toss and a pumpkin patch. November 23 is Fresh Bread Day and the popular Holiday Market opens in December.

Location: Market Square, 120 W. Main St., Grand Prairie. For more information, call 972-237-4599 or visit gptx.org/ farmersmarket.

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he 44th annual MetroPCS Dallas Marathon, to be run December 8, has been recognized as the official marathon of the city of Dallas. “The goal of the Dallas Marathon is to promote health and fitness in the Dallas community while showcasing the best our city has to offer,” says Kevin Snyder, chairman of the Dallas Marathon board of directors. The primary beneficiary of proceeds from race weekend is Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children.

The scenic course highlights the best areas of Dallas, including the landmark Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge. The race is Texas’ oldest-running marathon and serves as a qualifying event for the Boston Marathon. Activities include a twoday weekend Health and Fitness Expo, in 800.683.6654 addition to the five races.

Registration for the marathon, half marathon, five-person relay, SMU Cox Corporate Relay Challenge and the Cigna Mayor’s Race 5K is still open, but is capped and each race has sold out in the past. Additional runners are not allowed.

To learn more, visit DallasMarathon.com.

One Year of Free Charging for Texas Nissan Leaf Buyers

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new program, No Charge to Charge, from Nissan and NRG eVgo, provides one year of complimentary charging to new buyers and lessees of the all-electric Nissan LEAF through March 31, 2014. at all certified Nissan LEAF dealers in the Dallas-Fort Worth and greater Houston areas.

Driving the all-electric Nissan LEAF means never having to buy gas. Now, new LEAF drivers will have unlimited access to the eVgo network for public charging stations for their first year of ownership at no cost. eVgo’s comprehensive Freedom Station charging network includes 23 locations in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex and 17 in the greater Houston area. Also included is charging at Park N’ Fly locations at DFW and IAH airports.

Freedom Station DC fast chargers can deliver up to an 80 percent charge in less than 30 minutes. Most sites are available 24/7 and are positioned near retail stores and restaurants to provide the option to shop or eat while charging.

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etroplex resident Matthew Kiselica has received the national Outstanding Volunteer Leadership Award from the National Psoriasis Foundationfor his commitment to finding a cure for psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis and his passion for improving the lives of 7.5 million Americans living with these chronic conditions.

A 13-year volunteer with the Psoriasis Foundation, Kiselica has had psoriasis for 28 years and psoriatic arthritis for 16 years. He is chair of the National Psoriasis Foundation Dallas/Ft. Worth Community Division, where he recruits and trains local volunteers Matthew Kiselica in advocacy, fundraising and outreach to help the 500,000 greater Dallas residents with psoriatic diseases. He is active in the Walk to Cure Psoriasis in Dallas, raising vital funds for research to cure these diseases as a member of a walk team with teammates throughout the United States and Canada.

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igna, the health service company, is now the official sponsor of fitness programs at Klyde Warren Park, in downtown Dallas, that will help people stay active outdoors.

An outdoor stage will be used for activities like yoga, t’ai chi and Zumba. Other activities on the park’s east lawn include badminton, ping pong and foosball.

Cigna will also have a series of health coaches speak at the park throughout the year.

The Cigna deal is a twoyear commitment funded by the Cigna Foundation. Cigna CEO David Cordani says, “The object is to have fun while staying active.” Klyde Warren Park is privately operated and managed by the nonprofit Woodall Rodgers Park Foundation.

For more information about volunteering or donations, call 214-716-4500 or visit KlydeWarrenPark.org.

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healthbriefs

Mindful Meditation Relieves Inflammation

“Another school year, but same struggles.”

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new University of Wisconsin-Madison study shows that meditation, a proven reducer of psychological stress, can also lessen stress-caused inflammation and thereby relieve the symptoms and pain of certain diseases. Long-term stress has long been linked to inflammation, an underlying cause of many diseases, including rheumatoid arthritis, bowel disease, asthma, heart disease and Type 2 diabetes.

Meditation study volunteers were divided into two groups—an eight-week mindfulness meditation course or a stress reduction program of supportive nutrition, exercise and music therapy that did not include meditation. The meditation group focused attention on the breath, bodily sensations and mental content while seated, walking or practicing yoga.

Immune and endocrine data was collected before and after training in the two methods and meditation proved to be more effective. Melissa Rosenkranz, a neuroscientist with the university’s Center for Investigating Healthy Minds and lead author of the report, concludes that, “The mindfulness-based approach to stress reduction may offer a lower-cost alternative or complement to standard treatment, and it can be practiced easily by patients in their own homes whenever needed.”

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s summer tans fade, some might feel tempted to use tanning beds to keep a “healthy glow”, but they may be less than healthy. A recent multi-country meta-study published in the British Medical Journal confirms that exposure to a tanning bed’s intense doses of ultraviolet light significantly increases the risk of cutaneous melanoma, the deadliest type of skin cancer.

Of the 64,000 new melanoma cases diagnosed each year in Europe, more than 5 percent were linked by researchers to tanning bed use. Users experience a 20 percent increased relative risk of all types of skin cancer compared with those that have never used one. This risk doubles if indoor tanning starts before the age of 35, and the risk increases with every session.

Happy Life, Healthy Heart

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eelings matter when it comes to protecting a person’s physical health. Researchers at Boston’s Harvard School of Public Health reviewing more than 200 studies published in two major scientific databases found a direct correlation between positive psychological well-being and a reduced risk of cardiovascular disease, including heart attacks and strokes. They concluded that positive feelings like optimism, life satisfaction and happiness are associated with the reduced risk, regardless of a person’s age, weight or socioeconomic or smoking status.

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Rosemary Revs Up Memory

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osemary’s folkloric reputation for improving memory has been validated by science. UK researchers at London’s Northumbria University found that when the essential oil of rosemary was diffused into a room—a method practiced in aromatherapy—it enhanced participants’ ability to remember past events and remind themselves to do tasks planned for the future, like sending an anniversary card.

Mark Moss, Ph.D., head of psychology at Northumbria, says, “We wanted to build on our previous research that indicated rosemary aroma improved long-term memory and mental arithmetic. In this study, we focused on prospective memory, which is critical for everyday functioning.”

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yurveda is not a fad diet or celebrity trend, it’s actually the oldest continuously practiced healthcare system in the world. Originating in India more than 5,000 years ago, Ayurveda is built upon an understanding that all natural beings, including humans, live by the same laws and rhythms. It seeks to understand our deepest connections to the whole universe and how those energies influence our health.

The ayurvedic worldview is based on five elements: space, air, fire, water and earth. Space and earth are static; air, fire and water are dynamic, or always changing. Each element has specific energies that govern its functions. While we all have each of these elements in us, we have them in slightly different proportions, making each of us unique, inside and out.

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those of us that have grown up with Western medicine, there is a lot we can learn from the ayurvedic approach to health and wellness. One of the most important lessons concerns balance.

Ayurveda believes that when the natural laws associated with our elemental makeup are ignored, imbalances appear, and these imbalances are the precursor to disharmony and disease in the mind and body.

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By taking into account each of our unique psychological, emotional and physical conditions, as well as our environment (maybe a particular office is a high-stress workplace), Ayurveda teaches us to recognize the signs that the elements in our body are out of balance and offers guidance for how to heal our imbalances and strengthen the body, mind and spirit. The goal is to help us achieve greater wellness and maintain better health through prevention.

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Our capacity for self-examination distinguishes us from other animals.

We feel compelled to ask: “Who am I? What am I here for? How can I attain my full potential?” The quest for answers has engaged humans for millennia.

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Such expansion is essential as more of those pursuing the examined life seek personal interaction in community and find that inward exploration frequently translates into outward action to improve the world.

Perched on the cliffs of Big Sur, in California, the Esalen Institute, established in 1962, helped birth the modern human potential movement. It exists to help individuals grow through education, experience and research, with the conviction that positive personal and social transformation go hand-in-hand.

Today, Esalen offers about 600 workshops a year, serving around 12,000 participants. Popular programs range from dance and yoga to couples workshops and psychology courses.

Cheryl Fraenzl, director of programs, explains the appeal: “For most of us, life can be challenging and messy. Gaining the insight, skills and tools to move through the challenging times with more ease and grace while creating more love for yourself and those around you seems like a good investment of time and energy. Being consciously kind and relationally wise ripples out and changes the world.

The effort has to start with the individual, like paying it forward; imagine if we all were doing it?”

The largest holistic retreat center in North America, Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health, in Stockbridge, Massachusetts, attracts 35,000 participants to 800 programs annually. According to Denise Barack, the nonprofit’s director of program development, current workshops in high demand include qigong, Buddhist meditation, mindfulness and yoga nidra. She also notes a growing interest in diverse dimensions of yoga, dance and “authentic movement” for

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Psychotherapist and yoga teacher Stephen Cope, founder and director of the Kripalu Institute for Extraordinary Living, the Center’s yoga research department, notes that many guests first come to Kripalu “… as a result of some form of suffering. Then they engage in a period of self-exploration—perhaps learning some form of contemplative practice to help them manage themselves more effectively. Almost always there is a turn outward, back toward the world, and a longing to bring the healing power of contemplative practice into their own domain.”

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As examples, she cites neurosurgeon Dr. Eben Alexander, who recounts his near-death experience in his bestselling book, Proof of Heaven,

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The unexamined life is not worth living for a human being.

notes Cope, a powerful aspiration typically arises to share these practices and perspectives. “These practices all lead to a sense of union, relatedness and sameness with others,” he says, “and this burgeoning consciousness of sameness compels us to share what we’ve learned.”

In Rhinebeck, New York, the Omega Institute for Holistic Studies offers similar self-empowering and reflective opportunities. Dr. Stephan Rechtschaffen and Elizabeth Lesser founded Omega in 1977 as a “university of life.” Through working with prominent Zen masters, rabbis, Christian monks, psychologists, scientists and others, Lesser has found, “By combining a variety of religious, psychological and healing traditions, each of us has the unique ability to satisfy our spiritual hunger.”

Based since 1981 in a former camp on a lake with more than 100 buildings on 200-plus acres, Omega hosts more than 23,000 guests in up to 500 programs between mid-April and October, plus special programs in Costa Rica and New York City. Director of Rhinebeck Programs Carol Donahoe notes the rising interest in workshops on dietary cleansing, detox and juicing, such as “Reboot with Joe Cross: A Jump Start to Health and Weight Loss,” led by the filmmaker of Fat, Sick & Nearly Dead. Personal transformation and mindfulness programs led by teachers like Jon Kabat-Zinn, Saki Santorelli, Florence Meleo-Meyer, Byron Katie and

and neuroanatomist Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor, author of the bestselling memoir My Stroke of Insight. Taylor’s 2008 TED talk was ranked the nonprofit’s second most-watched for the past two years.

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which, like at Esalen and Kripalu, helps bring ideas and practices that once seemed on the fringe—from yoga and meditation to complementary medicine and sustainability—into mainstream consciousness. Particularly innovative initiatives include helping military veterans heal from post-traumatic stress disorder; the women’s leadership center; the center for sustainable living; and pioneering programs on mindfulness in the workplace, education system and at-risk urban youth communities.

“We recognize that because we live in an interconnected world; the behavior of one can contribute to creating changes that benefit the whole,” says Donahoe. “Doing both the inner and outer work can awaken the best in the human spirit, and so provide hope and healing to individuals and society.”

For those unable to travel great distances for a holistic immersion experience in community with like-minded seekers, Wanderlust Festivals may offer an answer. Four-day regional summits, primarily held at ski resorts during the off-season, feature teachers like Shiva Rea, Elena Brower and Gurmukh; stimulating discussions; yoga; music

and adventure, amidst stunning vistas.

Wanderlust co-founders Sean Hoess and Jeff Krasno strive to create an expansive space for personal growth and mindful living. One common element at every gathering—now including urban and exotic locales—is Seane Corn and Suzanne Sterling’s Off the Mat program, mobilizing yoga students toward activating social change.

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“We started with The Sacred Awakening Series—40 days with 40 spiritual leaders—and 30,000 people signed up in 21 days,” says Dinan. The Inspiring Women Summit attracted 25,000 participants. Since 2010, more than 400,000 people from 160 countries have participated in free teleseminars; 18,000 have paid for online courses such as Barbara Marx Hubbard’s Agents of Conscious Evolution, Andrew Harvey’s Christ Path and Thomas Hüebl’s Authentic Awakening.

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From reading a book on meditation to attending a yoga intensive or tapping into a multifaceted community striving to change the world, we have myriad opportunities to lead an examined life.

While the seeker may have a personal goal in mind, each mode of self-inquiry can expand outward toward making the world a better place.

Hay encourages us all. “You’ve been criticizing yourself for years and it hasn’t worked. Try approving of yourself and see what happens.”

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At home, coming together with outof-town relatives at family tables filled with rich food and drink and celebrating with friends and neighbors at late-night gatherings can lead to major tantrums during a festive family dinner.

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Reduce screen time, maintain dream time. Just because school’s out doesn’t mean a child gets to spend excessive time in front of an electronic device of any sort. From TV to phones and game machines, limit screen time. Meanwhile, although a couple of late nights may be inevitable during the holidays, sleep schedules need be maintained. This goes for older teens, too, as well as toddlers and tots.

Exercise. Have kids use the extra time off school to get out more and engage in physical activities. Depending on the location, get them to ride a bike or build a snowman. Depending on their age, have them take the dog on long walks or shoot hoops in the driveway.

While all children and adults might suffer from the overstimulation of the holiday season, parents should be aware of behaviors that seem out of the norm.

“Children who have meltdowns that are frequent and intense may be exhibiting symptoms of something more than holiday stress,” suggests Clifford.

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Practice deep-breathing exercises. Practicing yoga or t’ai chi several times each week can deepen the breath, allowing organs to function more efficiently and boost immunity. Concentrate on pranayama, a focused and controlled type of yogic breathing: Slowly inhale and exhale through the nostrils, expanding the belly, rather than the chest.

Superpower Kids’ Immune Systems Natural Health Experts Share How

by Jenna Blumenfeld

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any experts admit there is no definitive reason that people sniffle more during colder months.

Some speculate it’s because we’re spending more time indoors and missing out on resupplying vitamin D, which makes us more susceptible to disease. Others say that when the temperature drops, the body uses more energy to stay warm instead of to fend off infection. What health practitioners do know is it’s possible to maintain immunity naturally with diet, lifestyle and a proper whole foods supplement routine.

Consider these tips from three experts to stave off illness and shorten its duration.

NATUROPATHIC DOCTOR Christopher Johnson, Doctor of Naturopathy Thrive Naturopathic, Arlington, Virginia Incorporate immunity-boosting foods. Ginger and garlic contain antioxidants such as vitamin C and selenium, and have antimicrobial qualities. Add minced ginger to teas or marinades; roast garlic with carrots and squash. Aim to eat one to two cloves of garlic and 250 milligrams of ginger daily.

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Try elderberry extract. Elderberry has strong antiviral properties. Consuming the plant’s extract may prevent virusbased illnesses and alleviate both the symptoms and duration of a cold. Adults can take one to two teaspoons twice daily for prevention; increase dosage to four times a day if feeling sick. Use less for youths, based on size.

Make exercise and rest priorities. Daily physical activity rids the body of toxins, increases blood circulation and lowers stress levels. A simple 30-minute cardio routine three to four times a week strengthens immunity. Adequate rest helps the body recover and regenerate cells. Adults need a minimum of seven hours of sleep per night; children may need up to 13.

ACUPUNCTURIST AND CHINESE HERBALIST Marco Chung-Shu Lam, Licensed Acupuncturist Mandala Integrative Medicine Clinic, Boulder, Colorado

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Add herbs. Incorporate the root herb astragalus in a daily whole foods supplement routine, especially important for older adults. Used for centuries in Traditional Chinese Medicine, astragalus supports the immune system by stimulating immune cell activity with its high polysaccharide (complex carbohydrate) content. Simmer the short, flat herb in soups or add to long-cooking grains like brown rice.

Eat seasonally. Our body naturally drives us to eat heartier foods like sweet potatoes, beets and winter squashes in colder months—foods that support immunity by providing both fiber and vitamins A and C. Eat warming foods like stews, beans and miso; avoid raw foods, which cool the body and stress the immune system.

DIETITIAN Barbara Bapst, Registered Dietitian Carolina Nutrition & Wellness, Charlotte, North Carolina Balance bodily pH. The typical American diet of fast food, sugary treats and refined snacks produces acid in the body, creating an environment in which bacteria thrive. Eat at least 10 servings of alkalizing foods each day to optimize the body’s immune response and overall functioning. Spinach, broccoli and cauliflower are excellent choices, along with almonds, olive oil and grapes.

Drink plenty of water and green tea to keep acid in check.

Up the antioxidants. Antioxidants help the body resist illness because they protect cells against harmful free radicals and oxidative stress. Berries are particularly beneficial and maintain their nutrients even when frozen; blend half a cup into a morning smoothie. As a diet supplement,

consider adding 400 to 600 milligrams of curcumin—the active ingredient in turmeric, an antioxidant and antiinflammatory spice—to meals.

Focus on kids’ immunity. Although it’s tricky to get children to eat enough immune-supporting fruits and vegetables every day, encouraging them to sit down at the table for meals can help. Get kids excited about eating healthy foods by involving them in vegetable gardening, planting herbs in windowsill pots and preparing dinner. Incorporate pumpkin and carrot purées into sauces or stews to increase their nutritional power.

Jenna Blumenfeld is a managing editor with New Hope Natural Media, in Boulder, CO.

Don’t Be a Sitting Duck This Winter

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ften, parents say they dread this time of year because their child is notoriously sick due to picking up every cold at school. Then the whole family gets sick and stays that way for the entire season. It does not have to be like that. Following these simple strategies to maintain wellness throughout the season, many families have reported having a great, healthy winter.

n Eat real, minimally processed foods including seasonal fruits and vegetables, nuts, seeds, and leanmeats, and use coconut oil and olive oil.

n Avoid refined sugars, because they suppress the immune system for four hours after consumption. It is no wonder kids are the sickest from October through March, because that coincides with high-level sugar consumption from some of the “sweetest” holidays.

n Take multivitamin/mineral supplementsand whole food supplementsto ensure adequate vitamin A, C and zinc levels that support immune system health.

n Take vitamin D3, with higher doses in fall and winter months to compensate for lack of sun exposure. Adults should get 4,000 IU per day, children 2,000 IU and babies 400 to 800IU. For asthmatics, vitamin D deficiency may be a consequence of prolonged inhaled steroid use. Our lungs love vitamin D and asthma attacks are very prominent all winter long, so get levels of this critical nutrient checked.

n Take a combination product for essential fatty acids that include (read the label) ALA, GLA, EPA, DHA andoleic.

Adults need 2,000 to 4,000 milligrams per day, and children 1,000 to 2,000, dose recommendations vary due to state of health and age.

n Take probiotics–typical dosage is 5-10 billion for maintenance, but if suffering from allergies, gastrointestinal issues or history of antibiotic use, then

25+ billion CFU multistrain probiotics are needed. n Specific herbal and homeopathic products are also available to boost immune system health and reduce the likelihood of a full-blown viral infection, including elderberry, which research has shown to stop viral replication. It can be used once daily as prevention or three or four times daily for treatment.

n Sambucus contains elderberry, echinacea, zinc and vitamin C as ingredients and is also effective. Boiron’s product, Briar Rose, is another winter remedy and immune strengthener.

There also are specific products to aid in treatment and prevention of flu symptoms, such as Boiron’s Influenzium and Oscillococcinum and King Bio’s Multistrain flu remedy. Add one of these products to regular immune support when the flu is circulating.

None of these products or remedies is a substitute for hand washing and avoiding the “direct hit” of someone coughing in our face, so cover those coughs and take care; everyone will benefit.

Deborah Bain, M.D., FAAP, ABIHM, is a doctor of pediatrics and owner of Healthy Kids Pediatrics, in Frisco. For more information, call 972-294-0808 or visit HealthyKidsPediatrics.com. See ad, page 9.

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CRAFTING A GREEN HOLIDAY Happy Ways to Deck the Halls

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Conjure a Norman Rockwellesque holiday fantasy of family members gathered around a home-cooked meal, creative gifts and decorations in place as stories of holidays past mingle with memories in the making.

Cue the strolling carolers.

The reality tends to be more of a distracted and exhausting race to the finish line. Available time, energy and money all play into what’s possible to get done by the big day. Some tips can make easy eco-decorations a feel-good part of the merriment.

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Canadian Laura Watt, owner of the ethical seed company Cubit’s Organics, in Toronto, made a felted wool wreath for a front door from an old jacket. A worn-out blanket will also work. “It only took one long baby nap to make,” says Watt, who gave new life to the wire base from an old wreath by using bits of yarn to stitch flowers. Find instructions at Tinyurl.com/FeltWreath.

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cycled toilet paper rolls could become an indoor wreath to be proud of.

“I’m a television producer, blogger and mother of 2- and 4-year-old daughters, so it had to be easy and quick,” says Karri-Leigh Mastrangelo, in Los Angeles. “We’ll do it again this year.” See how at Tinyurl.com/TPWreath.

Spice up table décor using unexpected items.

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jewelry. Colored shells can line the bottom. Add a stable soy candle positioned in a bit of water for easy cleanup of dripped wax.

To continue the theme from the front door to the table, fashion leftover felt from the wreath into candle rings, using the same method, but on a smaller scale. Add spirals of garland made of star-shaped, dried orange peels handcrafted by Colombia’s Sapia artisans.

The green, yellow and orange colors, backed with a soft white, provide a citrusy fragrance that lasts months. Learn more at Tinyurl.com/CitrusGarland.

Beeswax candle kits are kid-friendly and come with enough supplies to make 20 candles. Order red and green wax sheets for Christmas, blue and white for Hanukkah or purple and pink for Advent. The beeswax is rolled around the wick to make an eight-inchtall, one-inch-diameter taper. The honeycomb texture creates a festive look.

Beeswax is natural and free from the petroleum-based chemicals commonly used in conventional candles.

It burns brighter, hotter, cleaner and longer, while emitting negative ions that clean the air of odors, pollen, smoke, dust, dust mites and allergens.

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Many ready-to-use beeswax and floating candles in the shape of poinsettias, holly leaves and snowflakes are available at ToadilyHandmade.com.

Angela Price has created handblown glass terrarium ornaments for her small-space garden design company and boutique, Eden Condensed, in greater Los Angeles, California. The ornaments range from two to four inches in diameter and include live succulents, dried moss and miniature, holiday-inspired repurposed items. Price says, “Decorating the tree or the table, they’re easy to main-

tain and can be enjoyed for many months beyond the holidays.” See Tinyurl.com/Decorative Terrariums for inspired ideas.

Place cards add an elegant, personal touch to any holiday table. Kids can make snowflake ornaments from recycled paper. Print a holiday greeting on one side of the snowflake and inscribe a name and personal message on the other for family gatherings. Tied with a ribbon, the snowflakes can also be hung in the window or on the tree.

Preprinted snowflakes made of recycled paper with soy ink at Tinyurl.com/ PlantableSnowflakes are embedded with a variety of wildflower seeds for future planting. Mail them in lieu of traditional greeting cards or as more formal place cards for a simple way to prosper green holiday wishes.

Mixing mindful shopping with creative touches embroiders a memorable day with family fun and the satisfaction that we’ve celebrated the holidays in sustainable style.

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lzheimer’s, the most common form of dementia and a general term for memory loss and other intellectual disabilities serious enough to interfere with daily life, affects 5.6 million Americans. According to The Lancet Neurology, a well-respected medical journal on brain research, Alzheimer’s, which presently has no cure, is preventable.

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sion of many genes. Experts have only begun to understand the damaging consequences of wheat consumption.

“Grain Brain is a timely wake-up call about how we are increasingly challenging human physiology by consuming what we are not genetically prepared to process, like the 133 pounds of wheat the average American eats annually,” says Perlmutter. He believes that one of the main culprits for the decline in brain health in modern times has been the introduction of wheat into the human diet. Today’s modernized and hybridized wheat crops share little genetic, structural or chemical similarity to the wild einkorn variety of grain our ancestors consumed in small amounts.

In the West, 20 percent of calories come from wheat-based food. Perlmutter is among those that regard this as a dangerous statistic, especially since Dr.

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Alessio Fasano, a pediatric gastroenterologist and research scientist who leads the Center for Celiac Research & Treatment at Massachusetts General Hospital, in Boston, found that the gluten in wheat leads to the production of zonulin in the gut.

Zonulin increases the permeability of the intestinal wall, allowing proteins to leak from the gut into the bloodstream, explains Perlmutter. These proteins, which would normally remain within the digestive system, then challenge parts of the immune system, the macro fascia and certain other types of white blood cells that increase production of inflammation-related chemicals. “Zonulin is the cornerstone of diseases characterized by inflammation in the brain—Alzheimer’s, autism, Parkinson’s and attention deficit disorders—as well as autoimmune diseases,” advises Perlmutter.

Fasano’s research shows that such a reaction to zonulin is present in 100 percent of humans—not just in the 1.8 percent of the population that have celiac disease or 30 percent that are gluten sensitive. “A hallmark of what I term grain brain is that brain dysfunction is predicated on the inflammation from consumption of gluten, as well as the long chains of sugar molecules known as carbohydrates,” says Perlmutter. “This includes fruit, which also was consumed in limited quantities by our ancestors.” He cites a published analysis by Loren Cordain, Ph.D., author of The Paleo Diet.

A diet high in carbohydrates has been directly related to atrophy, or brain shrinkage, according to a recent German study by University of Bonn researchers, published in Neurology.

A blood test for hemoglobin A1C, the standard laboratory measurement to assess average blood sugar, is frequently used in studies that correlate blood sugar control to disease processes like Alzheimer’s, mild cognitive impairment and coronary artery disease. The researchers concluded that elevated hemoglobin A1C is directly associated with brain shrinkage, says Perlmutter.

He further notes, “The function of the brain, which is 60 to 70 percent fat and maintained by the fats you consume, depends on its environment.”

Grain Brain recommends a diet that’s

aggressively low in carbohydrates (60 grams per day) and bountiful in supportive brain fats. These include extravirgin olive oil, sesame oil, coconut oil, ghee, almond milk, avocados, olives, nuts, nut butters, cheese and seeds such as flaxseed, sunflower, pumpkin, sesame and chia. It is also rich in above-ground vegetables such as kale, broccoli, spinach, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts and salad greens, while relatively low in below-ground vegetables like beets, carrots and potatoes, which are higher in carbohydrates. It also calls for reduced fruit consumption.

“Having two to four servings of fruit every day, based on America’s present food pyramid, is not helpful.

More in line with avoiding brain drain is an apple or a handful of berries, or about 100 calories worth of any fruit.

In my opinion, the pyramid needs to be stood on its head,” advises Perlmutter.

“We should eat a diet similar to what our ancestors survived on for 2.6 million years and reprogram support of our genetic destiny for the better.”

Dr. David Perlmutter is a board-certified neurologist, Fellow of the American College of Nutrition and author of Grain Brain. For more information on his 2013 PBS Grain Brain series, visit DrPerlmutter.com.

Linda Sechrist is a senior staff writer for Natural Awakenings. Visit ItsAllAboutWe.com for the recorded interview.

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Selling their house in Pennsylvania and hitting the road in a 24-foot-long RV, they’ve now traveled to 47 states to research and qualify content for the website; Rod works from “home” and Amy writes the weblog. Their travel schedule flexes, with most stops lasting one to three weeks.

“It’s not the life two accountants were banking on, but we couldn’t be happier,” she says, “and we owe it all to Buster.” The site now lists more than 60,000 hotels, campgrounds, restaurants, beaches, dog parks and activities across the U.S. and Canada, plus a road trip planner.

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Within six months of adopting Fannie from a shelter, I’d met them all. Thanks to her, I’ve become a full-fledged member of my community.” Fannie’s Chinese heritage includes chow and Pekingese breeds.

Transformations can come from more unusual pets, as well. Soon after Susan M. Tellem, a registered nurse in Malibu, California, gifted her husband, Marshall, with two tortoises for his birthday, the couple discovered there was no national protection program for the reptiles. They started American Tortoise Rescue (Tortoise.com), an organization that has been rescuing, rehabilitating and providing sanctuary to more than 3,000 water turtles and land tortoises since 1990. Their education and awareness initiatives for humane treatment have gone international, as well.

It was a bird that rescued April Leffingwell. She had been dealing with a severe back injury that necessitated pain medication and kept her from regular work for six months when she and her husband visited a local Los Angeles pet store, “to get out of the house.” She was touched by seeing a large Moluccan cockatoo that was afflicted with a damaged claw. Her husband recognized how she related to the bird’s condition and brought Izzi home the next day.

Now with just one leg, Izzi has learned to sleep while lying down to rest his other limb. “Izzi and I found each other when we were both broken,” she says. “We’ve become each other’s source of strength. If he can live with only one leg, I can live through pain.”

When members of the armed forces deploy, they often have to find alternate living arrangements for pets and may not always be successful.

Kimberly Gauthier, a blogger at KeepTheTailWagging.com, and her ex-Army partner are securing funding and laying plans to foster dogs for deployed soldiers. Emailing updates and Skype visits will aim to boost the morale of both the

Humans rescue animals, but animals show up for a reason—most humans can use some rescuing, as well. dog and serviceman or woman. The couple lives on five acres in Marysville, Washington.

An animal-enriched environment has proved to be helpful for author Kathy Rowe, a 20-year veteran retired from the military, and her husband, Scott, who also retired from Air Force service that included Special Forces duty. They have chosen to live on a 100-acre farm in Tyner, Kentucky.

Kathy believes their variety of resident rescued animals, including dogs, cats, chickens, turkeys and a potbelly pig, all help Scott in dealing with post-traumatic stress disorder.

Riding, working with and grooming his horse, Quint, is particularly helpful. “My husband is less frustrated, has better focus, is less jumpy and has fewer flashbacks than he used to,” relates Rowe. “Knowing that our rescue dog, Lola, is guarding the farm, he feels he can sleep better because she has his back.”

Humans rescue animals, but animals show up for a reason—most humans can use some rescuing, as well.

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

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 1

Dallas Comedy House – 7:30-8:30pm, 9-10pm & 10:30pm. Enjoy an evening of comedy with three showtimes available. Happy Hour from 7-9pm. $10.

Dallas Comedy House, 2645 Commerce St, Dallas.

DallasComedyHouse.com.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 2

All About Composting – 8-11am. Learn the basics of turning garden debris into garden gold through composting. Learn what to put in, what to leave out and how to mix, moisten and manage your way to successful soil enrichment. Also learn to use specialized red worms to compost your food waste and create a fertile soil amendment for plants. $5-$9. Environmental Education Center, 4116 W Plano Pkwy, Plano.

LiveGreenInPlano.obsres.com.

DFW Walk for Animals – 11am-2pm. This 2.5 mile walk benefits the Farm Animal Sanctuary.

Dogs allowed. Guest speaker Ethan Dussault of The Humane League. $15-$25. Children under 18 free.

WalkForFarmAnimals.org.

Film Screening: Bidder 70 – 7-9 pm. Documentary follows Tim DeChristopher, a University of Utah student who derailed the illegal Bureau of Land Management oil and gas auction. As bidder #70, Tim bid 1.8 million dollars and won 22,000 pristine acres surrounding Utah’s National Parks. He had no intention to pay or drill. Free. Unitarian Universalist Church of Oak Cliff, 3839 W Kiest Blvd, Dallas. FirstTuesdayFilms.org.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 6

Save the Night – 5-8pm. Two nationally respected conservationists will examine the impact of nighttime artificial lighting on physical, mental and spiritual health at a workshop and lecture. Cindy Luongo Cassidy will lead a lighting assessment workshop, featuring a walk-around critique of installed lighting on the UTA campus. Following the Planetarium show, she and Paul Bogard will present a lecture and Q&A. Free but seating is limited. Register online to receive parking pass and directions. UTA Planetarium, 700 Planetarium Pl, Chemistry Physics Bldg, Arlington.

ArlingtonConservationCouncil.org.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 3

Grounding: How to Live in a City Atmosphere & a Busy Life – 4-5pm. Easy, applicable steps infused into your daily life can create a sense of well-being and inner strength as well as connectedness to Higher Self. $15. Living Well Dallas Health and Wellness Center, 14330 Midway Rd, Bldg 1, Ste 121, Dallas.

214-494-1328. Jessica@LivingWellDallas.com.

Facebook.com/NaturalSerendipity.

Film Screening: All the President’s Men – 5pm. The Watergate thriller is back in 35mm. The screening is hosted by Dallas Morning News film critic Chris Vognar. $10. The Texas Theatre, 231 W Jefferson Blvd, Oak Cliff. 214-948-1546. TheTexasTheatre.com.

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. 214351-0990. Register: ConnemaraConservancy.org.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 4

Don’t Stress Out, Baby! It’s Just Marketing! – 6-7:30pm. Learn how to reduce and manage stress and make smarter marketing decisions so that you can make more money, have more free time and enjoy it all. Pappas Burger, 2700 West Fwy (I-30), Fort Worth.

Meetup.com/Monday-Night-Marketing.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 5

Election Day – 7am-7pm. Check your local newspaper on the Saturday before the election for the address of the polling place for your precinct. Unless you are a voter with a permanent exemption on your voter registration certificate, you will need to show your approved form of photo ID to the election official.

VoteTexas.gov.

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Living History Series: Bill and Gayle Newman & Sons – 2pm. The Newmans were the closest civilian eyewitnesses to President Kennedy at the time of the fatal shot and were interviewed on TV immediately after the assassination. This will be the first time all four family members have appeared together. Free with museum admission or $10 for program only.

Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza, 411 Elm St, Dallas. JFK.org.

Campfire By the River – 6-8pm. S’mores, songs, stories and more. $5 plus admission. Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area, 201 E Jones St, Lewisville. Erin Taylor: 972-219-3930. Erin.Taylor@ UNT.edu. IAS.UNT.edu/llela/main.htm.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 10

Drum Circle – 12-5pm. The Many Faces People host a drum circle for peace and understanding. Love offering. Four Feathers Trading Post, 3522 CR 2621, Caddo Mills. RSVP: 214-288-9935. PrayerWalker07@hotmail.com. FourFeathersTradingPost.net.

Grounding: How to Live in a City Atmosphere & a Busy Life – 4-5pm. Easy, applicable steps infused into your daily life can create a sense of well-being and inner strength as well as connectedness to Higher Self. $15. Living Well Dallas Health and Wellness Center, 14330 Midway Rd, Bldg 1, Ste 121, Dallas.

214-494-1328. Jessica@LivingWellDallas.com.

Facebook.com/NaturalSerendipity.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 11

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 7

Jazz in the Atrium: Breggett Rideau – 6-8pm. Critically acclaimed songstress performs traditional jazz music. Free admission. Food, cocktails available for purchase. Dallas Museum of Art, 1717 N Harwood, Dallas. 214-922-1803. DallasMuseumOfArt.org.

Backpacking Basics – 7-8:30pm. Class will offer an overview of planning, preparation and gear. Free. REI Dallas, 4515 LBJ Frwy, Dallas. REI.com.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 8

Peace Is in Our Hands – 7-9:30 pm. An awareness process for people to feel supported to expand their transformation of inner and outer conflict into peace.

It combines music and activities and promotes the idea that peace is truly in each and every one’s hands.

Suggested Donation: $25. Dallas Meditation Center, 727 S Floyd Rd, Richardson. AnaShoemaker@gmail. com. DallasMeditationCenter.com.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 9

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.

www.NADallas.com

Veteran’s Day Parade – 11am-1pm. A one-hour massing of the colors ceremony will be held in front of Dallas City Hall with a parade following. The route will start at Reunion Arena, proceed north on Houston Street, east on Main Street, south on Ervay Street, west on Young Street, south on Akard Street and back to City Hall. Dallas City Hall, 1500 Marilla, Dallas. VetsDayInDallas.org.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 12

Dallas Sierra Club Meeting – 7-8:30pm. Learn what you need to get started birding, how to identify birds and what are the local birding groups around.

And find out why Texas is one of the best places for birding. Free. REI Dallas, 4515 LBJ Frwy, Dallas.

972-699-1687. KirkMiller@DallasSierraClub.org.

DallasSierraClub.org.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 13

Zumba – 6-7pm. Aerobic dance class on the Ginsburg Family Great Lawn with the Dallas YMCA. Free. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas. KlydeWarrenPark.org.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 14

Dallas Vegan Drinks – 6pm. Join veg-friendly folk for happy hour. Check website for location. Facebook. com/DallasVeganDrinks

All About Penguins – 7-8pm. Painter, photographer, adventurer and naturalist J.J. L’Heureux made her first trip to Antarctica in 2000 and has returned every season. L’Heureux will share her experience of the amazing wildlife that inhabited the desolate Antarctica continent. $5-$10. Fort Worth Museum of Science & History, 1600 Gendy St, Fort Worth.

FWMuseum.org.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15

Late Nights: Edward Hopper – 6pm-12am.

Throughout the evening, enjoy music, talks, films, readings and family activities inspired by the work of Edward Hopper. DMA Partners can get a sneak peek of Hopper Drawing: A Painter’s Process. Free.

Dallas Museum of Art, 1717 N Harwood, Dallas.

214-922-1803. DallasMuseumOfArt.org.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 16

DAwg Run 1-Mile & 5K – 8am. This one-mile fun run and pet walk plus 5K benefits Dallas Academy.

Run and walk along the edge of White Rock Lake. $25. DAwgRunDallas.com

Center, 14330 Midway Rd, Bldg 1, Ste 121, Dallas.

214-494-1328. Jessica@LivingWellDallas.com.

Facebook.com/NaturalSerendipity.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 18

Lunch & Learn with Shakespeare Dallas – 121pm. Grab lunch and learn the backstory and motivation behind the troupe’s Monday night staged readings at the Winspear Opera House. Free. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas.

KlydeWarrenPark.org.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 19

Women in the Environment’s Perot Museum Tour – 9:45-11am. WE hosts a behind-the scenes tour of the sustainable features at the Perot Museum of Nature and Science. Event is limited to the first 25 people who sign up. $15-$20. Perot Museum of Science and Nature, 2201 N Field St, Dallas. Register: WomenInTheEnvironment.org.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 20

Lunchtime Music – 12-1pm. Grab lunch and enjoy some music in the park. Free. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas. KlydeWarrenPark.org.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 21

Anti-Bullying Teen Rough-Ing Event – 11am-5pm.

Teen Rough-Ing means bullying, gang fighting, cruel misfits, baggage rage, roughneck, mentally warrior aide, out of control. This is simply the most comprehensive anger, conflict and bullying info course for teens on the market. Learn communications skills, styles of managing conflict, negotiation and stress management. Free. Southwest Center Mall, 3662 W Camp Wisdom Rd, Dallas. 214-780-8221. DrLynordScott@GMX.com. FOFRhema.org.

Healthy Eating on a Budget – 12:30-1:30pm. Learn how to prepare a healthy cost-effective meal and get tips on selecting healthy foods to make your dollar go farther. Featuring guest speaker Jennifer Erick, director of Nutritional Services at Doctors Hospital at White Rock Lake. Healthy snacks and childcare provided. Free. YMCA at White Rock, 7324 Gaston Ave, Ste 300, Dallas. Register: 1-800-887-2525.

SRenfro@YMCADallas.org. WhiteRockYMCA.org

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 17

Film Screening: Muscle Shoals – 12pm, 2pm & 4 pm. Rick Hall and FAME studios brought black and white together in Alabama’s cauldron of racial hostility to create music for the generations, while giving birth to the Muscle Shoals Sound and The Swampers. Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Percy Sledge, Gregg Allman, Clarence Carter, Etta James, Alicia Keys, Bono and others bear witness to why it remains influential today. $8.50. Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth, 3200 Darnell Street, Fort Worth.

TheModern.org.

Grounding: How to Live in a City Atmosphere & a Busy Life – 4-5pm. Easy, applicable steps infused into your daily life can create a sense of well-being and inner strength as well as connectedness to Higher Self. $15. Living Well Dallas Health and Wellness

10 Ways to Help Your Child Avoid Sensory Overload During the Holidays – 7pm. Does the excitement of the winter holidays cause you to stress and your sweet child to become not so sweet?

Brain Balance of Plano Center director will discuss ways to help your child avoid the sensory overload caused by the holiday events. Free. Brain Balance of Plano 1501 Preston Rd, Suite 550, Plano. 972248-9483. DRomick@BrainBalanceCenters.com.

BrainBalancePlano.com.

A Christmas Carol – Thru Dec. 24. Dallas Theater Center presents a new production of the classic tale that brings the hope and joy of Dickens’ perennial classic to the Wyly Theatre for the very first time.

Starting at $15. Dee and Charles Wyly Theatre, 2400 Flora St, Dallas. DallasTheaterCenter.org.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 22

The 50th: Honoring the Memory of President John F. Kennedy – 11:45am-12:45pm. Dallas citi-

zens will honor President John F. Kennedy on the 50th anniversary of his death in Dealey Plaza with special guest: historian David McCullough. Those without tickets can watch a live stream at one of the downtown outdoor broadcasts. Check website for list of viewing sites. 50thHonoringJohnFKennedy.com.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 23

Campfire Cooking – 10-11am. Texas State Parks hosts this Dutch oven cooking demonstration. Learn recipes, how to build the best cooking fire, how to care for cast iron ovens and the history of campfire cooking. Free. Ray Roberts State Park, Isle du Bois Unit, 100 PW 4137, Pilot Point. TPWD.State.tx.us.

Storytelling – 11am-4:30pm. Omistaipokah shall relate tales, lore of olden times and perhaps a few new stories too. Love offering. Four Feathers Trading Post, 3522 CR 2621, Caddo Mills. RSVP: 214-2889935. PrayerWalker07@hotmail.com. FourFeathersTradingPost.net.

savethedate Paws In The City- Pets On The Patio Saturday, Nov 23 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Join Paws In The City on the patio the fourth Saturday of every month for a pet adoption event. From 9 am to 1 pm Paws In The City will be bringing lots of furry friends who need forever homes! Come find your new family member and change a life forever!

Whole Foods Market Lakewood 2118 Abrams Rd, Dallas For more information call 214- 824-1744

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 24

Connemara Meadow Open House – 1-5pm. 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.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 25

Boot Camp with Jesus Cappuccino – 6-7pm. Jesus Cappuccino leads a boot camp fitness class in the

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TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 26

Comedy Open Mike Night – 8-11:30pm. Stand up comedians with all levels of experience try out their new material. Free. Dallas Comedy House, 2645 Commerce St, Dallas. DallasComedyHouse.com.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 27

Dallas Vegetarian Society Dinner – 6:15pm. Join other veg-friendly folks for dinner. Best Thai, 4135 Belt Line Rd, Addison. Meetup.com/DallasVegetarians.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 28

Fort Worth YMCA Turkey Trot – 8am. Annual Thanksgiving Day 1K, 5K and 10K. Proceeds benefit the scholarship/youth program of the Westside YMCA. $20-$35. FWTrot.org.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 29

Macy’s Grand Tree Lighting Celebration – 121pm. Show features Missile Toes, Galleria’s ice-skating, back-flipping, pyrotechnic Santa Claus; and live performances by Olympic and National Championranked skaters. Free. Galleria Dallas, 13350 Dallas Pkwy, Dallas. 972-702-7100. GalleriaDallas.com.

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Sweat in the Park Boot Camp – 9-10am. Jesus Cappuccino leads a boot camp fitness class in the park. Bring dumbells (5-10 lbs for women, 10-15 lbs for men), a small towel and water. Free. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas.

KlydeWarrenPark.org.

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$5. Cosmic Cafe, 2912 Oak Lawn Dr, Dallas. 214521-6157. CosmicCafeDallas.com.

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

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.

FWMuseum.org.

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.

HeardMuseum.org.

The IMAX Experience: Ft Worth – Showtimes online. Features include Animalopolis; Born to Be Wild; Dolphins; The Polar Express; Rocky Mountain Express; Space Junk; Star Trekker Treat. $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 likeminded 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 and stillness; finish with dance of celebration and “be” different. Cosmic Cafe, 2912 Oak Lawn Ave, Dallas. 214-521-6157. CosmicCafeDallas.com.

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.

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.

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: 214-717-6300. TotalWellnessMBS@yahoo.com.

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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.

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

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.

Tuesday Meditation – 6:30-7:30pm. Experience the silence of a gently guided meditation. All levels of experience welcome. Love offering. Unity on Greenville, 3425 Greenville Ave, The Gathering Place, Dallas. Karen Romestan: KarenRomestan@ DallasUnity.org. DallasUnity.org.

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. 817453-2328. 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.

Guided Meditation Class: Beginner Friendly – 7-9pm. Facilitated by Brother ChiSing. For beginners and more advanced practitioners who want

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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.

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.

Group Meditation – 7:30-8:30pm. Meditate with like-minded 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.

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.

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.

the muscles and effective in increasing mobility, flexibility, coordination and bone density without causing fatigue. Free. Coppell Senior Center, 345 W Bethel Rd, Coppell. 972-462-5136. FDerita@ CoppellTx.gov.

Introduction to Taoist Tai Chi – 9:30-11am. Come learn an internal arts of health. $20. Central Congregational Church, 5600 Royal Ln, Dallas. 214-7621661. Dallas.TX@Taoist.org. Taoist.org.

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.

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 – Thru Oct. 17. 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.

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.

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.

thursday 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.

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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, Coppell. Lynn Dorn: 972-462-5136.

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.

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.

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.

817-908-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. 214-7706872. TexasCPR.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.

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

Monthly meeting. REI, 4515 LBJ Fwy, Dallas.

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, post-natal, all levels welcome. $12 suggested donation. Dynamic Yoga 4 Love Studio, 558 Bluebird Ln, Red Oak. Yoga4Love.net.

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.

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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.

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.

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. 214242-5100. 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, 1717 N Harwood, Dallas. 214-922-1200. DallasMuseumOfArt.org.

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.

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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).

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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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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 17.

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 5.

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.

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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 17.

COLON HYDROTHERAPY ALAZAN CARE

17810 Davenport Rd, Suite 108, Dallas, TX 972-380-4845 AlazanCare.com Providing colonic irrigation services in the DFW Metroplex Alazan Care creates a relaxing and enjoyable experienced for our clients. Licensed and certified therapists make sure your visit is pleasant and comfortable. Colon hydrotherapy (colonics) services help to reduce weight by removing toxins from the body; may help you feel more energized; and helps to clear up the skin and brighten your complexion. Male and female therapists available. For more information visit AlazanCare.com. See ad on page 27.

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.

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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.

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.

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.

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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 page 43.

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.

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.

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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 10.

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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DALLAS HEALTH HELPERS NUTRITION/MASSAGE/ PSYCHOTHERAPY

Tim Wallace 5217 McKinney Ave. St 208, Dallas 214-770-9596 Tim@DallasHealthHelpers.com Once thought of as a treat for the rich and famous or athletes, this alternative to many traditional methods of healing has begun to be utilized by the elderly, middle-aged, youth and even children and babies. Those seeking stress relief, the over-worked, the injured, workers suffering from carpal tunnel syndrome and those in need of back pain relief have found pain relief through massage. Other benefits of massage therapy are increased circulation, headache relief, relaxation techniques, improved posture, lowered blood pressure, clear thinking and peaceful thought patterns. When you envy massage, come visit Tim Wallace, LMT, our massage therapist in Dallas near Highland Park. Call 214-770-9596 now for an appointment.

MEDICAL GREEN CLEANING PRODUCTS & SERVICES JULIE’S OFFICE AND HOUSECLEANING SERVICE 469-952-0244

Cleanliness is not next to Godliness, but it sure makes you feel better to come home to a clean and orderly house. I have over 10 years experience in house and office cleaning and use ALL GREEN PRODUCTS- without harmful fumes. I am a Christ For The Nations graduate and former elementary school teacher. I clean your home like I want my own home to be cleaned. Please call 469953-0244 for an interview and appointment.

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. .

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 12.

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 8.

KOTSANIS INSTITUTE

MASSAGE 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.

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 2 .

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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.

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 214-6423976 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 Natural health and wellness products and We specialize in speHealth supplements. cial orders. Groceries, supplements, nutrition, beauty products, Shop sports special needs nutrition, massage, detox. Located at the intersection of Coit and Roundrock. Open 7 days a week. See ad on page 30.

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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.

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.

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OUTDOOR LIGHTING 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.

PEDIATRICS HEALTHY KIDS PEDITRICS

4851 Legacy Dr, Suite 301, Frisco, TX 972-294-0808 HealthyKidsPediatrics.com Where your child’s healthy is our passion. We are an integrative holistic practice; offering a full range of pediatric services integrating conventional and natural medicine for your child’s optimal health. We believe optimal health is more than the absence of disease. It involves living the sort of lifestyle that promotes and embraces it. See ad on page 27.

When you rise in the morning, give thanks for the light, for your life, for your strength. Give thanks for your food and for the joy of living. If you see no reason to give thanks, the fault lies in yourself. ~Tecumseh

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.

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.

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 5.

STRESS MANAGEMENT QUANTUM ZEN

REAL ESTATE SERVICES GREEN HOME RESIDENTIAL

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.

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.

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 13.

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 615-653-5228 and get ready for a fitter, healthier you!

WELLNESS CENTERS 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 18.

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 19.

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

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

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Baylor Charles A. Sammons Cancer Center

Baylor T. Boone Pickens Cancer Hospital

Baylor’s comprehensive cancer care – built around you.

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.

In addition to comprehensive services with an experienced medical and nursing staff, many of our locations offer a calming atmosphere, chapels, outdoor healing gardens, patient education and support services, and a patient navigation program. We even have an integrative medicine program in Dallas that focuses on each patient’s concerns and needs from a holistic viewpoint. This approach incorporates complementary, ancillary and traditional medicine designed to reach the individual’s goals.

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.

Locations in: Dallas Fort Worth Garland Grapevine Irving Plano Waxahachie And now off ering services in: Carrollton & McKinney Physicians are members of the medical staff at one of Baylor Health Care System’s subsidiary, community or affiliated medical centers and are neither employees nor agents of Baylor Charles A. Sammons Cancer Centers or Baylor Health Care System. © 2013 Baylor Health Care System SAMMONS_401 _2013 NA CE 09.13

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