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s I contemplate embarking upon a new year, the word “freedom” comes strongly to mind. What a wonderfully salient, immeasurable blessing. Beyond the basic freedoms America stands for—founded on democratic governance and unalienable rights for all—we have hourly opportunities to enjoy increasing mental, emotional and spiritual freedom.

Who couldn’t use more freedom from the slavery of bad habits, personal blame, mental stagnation and fearfulness? All of which, by the way, are covered by Christ’s gift of grace received, accepted and lived.

I rejoice to have been set free from feeling disappointed about some business goals I didn’t accomplish this past year, acknowledging that opportunities, by their very nature, keep on coming. I’ve also been liberated from carrying around blame—and that’s the important part—for the pounds gained and not taking better care of my health; for losing touch with the friends and family I didn’t yet call, write, pray for or take the time to hang out with.

Then there are all the books I needed to read, but didn’t (including some I bought and still didn’t open). I wish I’d prayed more for our country, the least and the lost in the world and for more significant actions in sustaining the integrity of Earth’s environment, from recycling consistently to championing clean air. Yes, I worked some Sundays. I’m sure we all have such a list, but “Whew!”, how great to let ourselves be sprung from the prison of all that baggage so that we can move on and progress.

Underlying it all is a recent epiphany that continues to give me great joy: that goal-setting for me is not about applying human will to force a list of things to do in all aspects of life on January 1. Rather, it’s about prayerfully and gently yielding to a Higher Power, directing me to highlight intentions of things to be, do and pursue that have emerged in my thinking over the last year.

However you manage it and whatever your goals for 2015, I hope you will include reading Natural Awakenings of Dallas every month. I also hope you will make it a point to contact me and let us know what you would like to see more of in these pages. For starters, please look for our first annual Healthy Living Healthy Planet Resource Directory in March, intended as a handy, user-friendly year-round reference.

I feel blessed to be given another year’s opportunity to become a better person as I work alongside you all to help make our local, national and global community a better place to live. Thank you for spreading the word by your leading example that healthy living is green and that green living is healthy.

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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 green, healthy and sustainable lifestyle.

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Helping People Transform Their Lives 24 communityspotlight by Sheila Julson

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healingways 15 20 IT’S ALL ABOUT 30 greenliving METABOLISM 20

Getting to the Root 32 healthykids Cause of Disease

by Linda Sechrist 34 wisewords 24 BAYLOR CVETKO CENTER 36 fitbody AIDS CANCER PATIENTS

by Julie Thibodeaux 39 naturalpets

16 41 calendarofevents 26 EATING TO PREVENT AND REVERSE 45 ongoingevents HEART DISEASE

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he nonprofit North Texas Commission (NTC) has launched a free program to establish preferred parking for alternative fuel vehicles (AFV).

This program provides North Texas businesses with signage designating parking spaces as AFV-Preferred as a way to incentivize individuals to drive alternative fuel vehicles and help improve regional air quality.The parking signs are the first phase in the NTC’s work to promote AFVs in North Texas.

As part of phase two of the program, NTC has created an interactive website, ntxgreenparking.com, to provide users with the location of all the AFV-Preferred parking spaces in the region. NTC is also developing a smartphone application for drivers of AFVs that will provideinformation onthe locations of AFV re-fueling stations andpreferred parking.

Robert Kent, director of public policy for the NTC, states, “Texas is second only to California for number of alternative fuel vehicles on the roads. The AFV-Preferred parking program not only rewards those drivers, but also raises awareness of these vehicles and their ability to improve North Texas’ air quality.”

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Attendees will learn how to enhance their toolbox, “get out of their own way” and develop strategies to help others empower themselves or make a transition in their own lives.

In addition, CCF-certified coaches can expand their professional development through a continuing education program presented in free bimonthly teleseminar tutorials. All CCF graduates can elect to register for one-on-one mentoring with a CCF master coach.

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Fast Food Getting Friendlier cDonald’s USA is making nutrition choices easier and more plentiful for families in North Texas with the introduction of a fresh, whole fruit side in kids’ meals, Cuties California Clementines joining their lineup of Happy Meal and Mighty Kids Meal side choices that currently include apple slices and Go-GURT low-fat strawberry yogurt.

Cuties, grown in California, will be available for a limited time during their peak season through March.They may also be purchased á la carte.

Before introducing them to restaurants nationwide, McDonald’s tested Cuties in approximately 70 restaurants around Austin, Texas. The company is also testing smaller-sized “junior” bananas at restaurants in the Austin and Denver, Colorado areas.

The introduction of Cuties supports McDonald’s partnership with the Alliance for a Healthier Generation, an organization founded by the American Heart Association and Clinton Foundation, to increase access to fruits, vegetables and low-fat dairy, and to help families make informed choices.

“We’re excited to offer Cuties at our North Texas restaurants. This is another great example of how we are always looking for ways to bring wholesome options for all of our customers,” says Arminda Grissett, owner/operator of several local McDonald’s restaurants.

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Zero Waste Workshop with Gary Liss

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ary Liss, a national zero waste advocate of and special advisor to the GrassRoots Recycling Network, will present An Introduction to Zero Waste and Resource Management on February 6 and 7, at North Lake College in Dallas.

This workshop will demonstrate how zero waste can be a key part of community and business sustainability plans and help contribute to reducing greenhouse gases and global coolGary Liss ing. Zero waste businesses have diverted more than 90 percent of their waste from landfills and incineration. Zero waste communities have adopted plans to implement those goals.

The workshop will focus on connections between zero waste and greenhouse gases, job potential from zero waste and benefits to businesses of pursuing zero waste. The workshop will also involve a class project where participants organize into teams that tackle a real world example of how to get to zero waste.

Cost of the workshop is $144 for the Fri. session and $99 for Sat. For more information, call 972- 273-3000 or visit NorthLakeCollege.edu.

SUSTAINABILITY SERIES 2015 FEBRUARY 6–7 Gary Liss on Zero Waste and Resource Management North Lake College

Globally-recognized expert Gary Liss will share best practices, policies, and procedures for transitioning your business, municipality, or non-profit organization into a community zero waste leader.

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Natural Skin Care Can Be Easy

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ost department store cosmetic products, especially the more expensive ones, are full of chemicals. It seems odd that paying more does not guarantee quality in this area.There are many products and each has its own marketing hype, but if the goal is healthy skin, our criteria must change from “natural” to “organic”.

The skin is the body’s largest organ, and it is just like a sponge, absorbing everything we apply to it. Because of the capillary action of the blood vessels, foreign substances and chemicals can be absorbed right into the bloodstream. This toxic absorption can create all types of problems and allerElaine Dodson gies and force the body’s organs and internal purification system to work harder. The slow, day-to-day intake of topically applied substances can eventually create long-term health issues.

Beware of the word natural, because all product lines have a few natural ingredients mixed with the synthetics, alcohol, perfumes and chemicals. Naturalshould mean healthier, but that is the province of organic.

There are really very few secrets to having wonderfully young, moist skin. The first is a healthy, wholesome diet of grains, fresh fruits, vegetables and clean water to drink.

Secondly, try to do yoga or some exercise regime to keep the oxygen and blood flow to the skin. In addition, supplement diet with regenerative herbs, vitamins or minerals.

Aveda’s cosmetic products are highquality, grown organically and formulated from the essences of plants and flowers to be antifungal and antibacterial. They make our skin younger-looking because they are healing, firming, toning and protect the skin. Just smelling those luscious aromas is always a treat.

It is so very important to have clean, fresh skin daily. The skin needs to breathe. Many women get in the habit of not washing their skin before they go to bed for one reason or another, and this is not acceptable in a healthy skin regime.

Washing the skin with an organic cleanser is important both morning and evening, and it only takes a few minutes to do a complete skin care program. If we just make that part of our daily disciplines, the difference will be astonishing. The key ingredients are a healthy, organic skin care system that works harmoniously to heal, firm, tone and most importantly, moisturize the skin.

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uring the holiday season, we may eat more often from dishes of food that have been sitting out for some time. Mayonnaise in noodles, egg and potato salads and unwashed fruit can deliver sickening doses of numerous bacteria.

Turkey and chicken can be a significant source of salmonella. Even lettuce and spinach in salads can harbor E. coli. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control estimates that 50 million Americans each year get sick from foodborne illnesses.

As many as 3,000 people will die.

With 50 million reported cases a year, how is the U.S. Food and Drug Administration going to protect us from home-cooked meals?

There is something that we can do to protect ourselves. Laboratory testing and clinical studies have shown that a strongly enhanced, aqueous silver colloid will kill E. coli, salmonella, staph and other food-borne bacteria. Drinking one ounce, waiting 30 minutes and drinking another ounce can stop even the most severe occurrence of food poisoning without antibiotics.

This technique has been shown to be so effective against Salmonella typhi that it was recently delivered for humanitarian aid to health clinics in Haiti.

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Eucalyptus Oil Inhibits Spread of TB

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any of the natural compounds in the essential oil of Eucalyptus citriodora may prevent the airborne spread of the tuberculosis (TB) bacterium (Mycobacterium tuberculosis), according to a study from the Institute for Tuberculosis Research at the University of Illinois College of Pharmacy. Several of the compounds in the eucalyptus oil inhibited the airborne spread of the infection by 90 percent, while the major component of the oil was only weakly active, at 18 percent.

The scientists used an array of analytical laboratory tests to measure the airborne spread of TB from contagious patients. They also identified 32 active airborne compounds within the essential oil of eucalyptus and studied the impact of the interaction of multiple components in artificial mixtures.

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Harvard Medical School study concluded that eating more peanut butter, corn, nuts and beans, including lentils and soybeans, during adolescence significantly reduces the risk of breast cancer later on.

The researchers followed 9,039 young women that were between 9 and 15 years old when the study started in 1996, having the subjects complete diet questionnaires every year through 2001, and also in 2003, 2004, 2007 and 2010. When the women were ages 18 to 30, the number of benign breast diseases that had developed was recorded. The statistics associated a daily serving of nuts and legumes at age 14 with a 66 percent reduction in the risk of developing breast cancer. Just a single serving of peanut butter once every three days at the age of 11 was associated with a 44 percent reduction of breast cancer risk. Intake of at least one serving of corn every three days was correlated with a 39 percent reduction in the disease.

Earlier studies by Harvard researchers found that eating pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, soybeans, tofu and other vegetable fats also reduces breast cancer risk.

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esearch from Germany’s University of Göttingen has determined that men with greater body symmetry also have greater strength. The scientists sampled 69 heterosexual, right-handed adult men, measuring handgrip strength as a scientifically recognized means for determining power and strength, as well as fluctuating asymmetry (FA), a measure of subtle, random deviations from perfect bilateral symmetry in traits that are typically symmetrical in the general population.

FA was evaluated by measuring and comparing 12 body feature traits on the right and left sides, including breadth of the hand, wrist and elbow; finger length; and facial features.

After eliminating the effects of body mass index, the researchers determined that the men with the greatest physical symmetry were stronger. Facial symmetry in males was associated with greater intelligence and better information-processing efficiency at age 83.

Phototherapy Reduces Knee Pain

Research from Brazil’s Universidade Nove de Julho has confirmed that pulsed lasers and LED therapy applied during treatment can significantly reduce knee pain. The 86 patients that participated in the study were divided into two groups; one received 12 treatments using super-pulsed red laser and infrared LED phototherapy and the control (placebo) group received 12 treatments using non-therapeutic phototherapy instruments.

The patients given therapeutic phototherapy reported feeling significantly less pain, beginning with and continuing after the tenth treatment through a one-month follow-up visit, and showed improved quality of life compared with the study’s placebo group.

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study from the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine found that people with low levels of magnesium in their blood have a significantly greater risk of chronic kidney disease. The researchers correlated the blood levels of magnesium in 13,226 people ages 45 to 65 with the incidence of chronic kidney disease and end-stage renal disease among them. Subjects that had blood serum magnesium levels below what is generally considered the normal range (0.7–1 millimole per liter) were associated with a 58 percent increased risk of chronic kidney disease and a 139 percent increased risk of endstage renal disease.

Abnormally low levels of magnesium may result from a number of conditions, including inadequate intake of serum magnesium due to chronic diarrhea, malabsorption, alcoholism, chronic stress and the use of medications such as diuretics. Foods rich in magnesium include leafy greens, nuts and seeds, beans, whole grains, avocados, bananas and figs.

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Holistic Healers Reach Out to the Underserved An annual report issued by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention notes that up to 33 percent of uninsured people are avoiding needed treatment for economic reasons. Lifestyle changes and natural remedies like yoga and massage therapy can be highly effective when treating conditions such as high blood pressure, depression or aching joints, and groups nationwide are making these modalities more affordable for everyone.

At California’s Healing Clinic Collective (HealingClinicCollective.

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The Third Root Community Health Center (ThirdRoot.org), in Brooklyn, helps arrange for acupuncturists, herbalists, Reiki practitioners and others to treat low-income people in New York City, especially community organizers and activists that are often overworked and lack the resources for these types of care.

The Samarya Center (Samarya Center.org), in Seattle, Washington, uses revenue from its yoga studio to provide free yoga to critically ill patients served by the city’s Bailey-Boushay House and the local VA hospital, and also to patients with chronic pain at the Pike Place Medical Clinic, which treats many homeless and lowincome Seattle residents.

Two companies in Japan will begin building two huge new solar power islands that will float on reservoirs, following the inception of the Kagoshima floating solar plant as the country’s largest, which opened in late 2013 just off the country’s southern coast.

The new direction comes as Japan looks to move on from the Fukushima atomic disaster of 2011 and meet the energy needs of its 127 million people without relying on nuclear power. Before the incident, about 30 percent of the country’s power was generated by nuclear plants, but Fukushima destroyed public confidence, and with earthquakes highly likely in regions containing reactors, Japan is looking for alternatives.

Solar islands could also be a solution for other countries where space or nuclear concerns are an issue. It’s possible that one day a significant portion of Europe’s power could come from use of the technology; experts believe the engineering challenges can be surmounted.

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While pursuing a communications degree at Sam Houston State University, Carson managed La Torretta Lake Resort and was also employed part-time at Deer Lake. Not only was he impressed by the frequent opportunities to speak to Deer Lake guests that hailed from the United States and abroad, but he got to experience the spa’s vast organic wellness services and juicing detoxification programs; thus opening his eyes to the toxins in foods, toiletries and household cleaners.

“A year ago, I was using those toxic products. I was eating at McDonald’s,” Carson recalls. “Now, I don’t use lotions with chemicals. I don’t east fast food. I don’t use bleach in my house, because there are alternatives. I learned of those here.” Carson accepted a full-time position with Deer Lake and says that those nine months have changed his life. He wants to help others to change, too.

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The myriad options of spa and wellness services can be customized according to individual goals. Carson explains that massages, facials, manicures and pedicures are available for people that come mainly for relaxation. Guests committed to the juice detoxification program can benefit from clay wraps or the magnesium wrap, which replenishes magnesium levels and helps the body sweat out toxins. The Harmonizing Deer Lake Lodge Ritual consists of a body scrub, a full-body massage and chakra balance. Deer Lake uses natural spa and beauty products by Eminence, a Hungarian company.

Carson says services unique to Deer Lake are life enhancement activities guests can choose from to complement the spa and body detox packages.

Each morning begins with a yoga class.

In keeping with Deer Lake’s mission to teach healthy lifestyle changes, classes are offered on topics such as the healing powers of essential oils; an organic living talk that teaches participants how to give up chemical products; and instruction on how to purchase organic goods.

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Conscious cleansing sessions allow guests to meet with licensed conscious counselors that help empower participants to assess what ails them mentally and emotionally, and teach methods to overcome obstacles. Iridology, the study of the irise of the eye and how it relates to imflammation in the body, is also available. Carson says he was unaware of the practice until he started working at Deer Lake, but he has personally has benefitted from a consultation. “Our iridologist takes a picture of iris, then analyzes the iris to determine what the body is lacking, such vitamins and minerals,” Carson explains.

Deer Lake also works with several charities to which they donate money and spa services. While most newer businesses have goals of getting their name out and increasing business, Carson says they plan to stay personable, but add additional educational speakers to enhance the experiences of their guests. “Our ultimate goal is to educate the community and the world and let them know that there are alternatives to toxins. I consider an experience at Deer Lake to be a full mind and body detox.

I see people when they come in the door, and they later leave a completely different person. It’s brought tears to my eyes to see how much growth they’ve accomplished within the time they’ve been here.”

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Recycling 1 million laptops saves the energy equivalent to the electricity used by more than 3,500 U.S. homes in a year. For every million cell phones we recycle, 35 thousand pounds of copper, 772 pounds of silver, 75 pounds of gold and 33 pounds of palladium can be recovered.

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This past August, 12 nationally recognized functional medicine experts participated in the country’s first online Metabolic Revolution Summit to discuss the importance of recognizing the dots that connect the majority of today’s chronic diseases—high blood pressure, heart attack, stroke, pre-diabetes, Type 2 diabetes, weight gain, obesity, fatty liver disease, Alzheimer’s, dementia, cancer and even infertility. All of the panelists pointed to the root cause that links them all—the craze for a highcarbohydrate, low-fat diet starting in the 1990s combined with a sedentary lifestyle.

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Stepping back from immediate concerns to grasp the bigger picture allows for rethinking the Western approach to health. A perspective that connects all the dots works best, beginning with the foundation of wellness—the functioning of 73 trillion cells that are organized into a variety of tissues, including interconnected systems of organs. Optimally, they function together harmoniously to achieve homeostasis, the overall chemical and energetic balance that defines metabolic health.

The Reign of Metabolism

Many perceive the role of metabolism as limited to determining energy expenditure via the number of calories burned per day, but it does much more. Metabolism actually encompasses thousands of physical and chemical processes that take place in the functioning of every cell, the building blocks of life; healthy cell function produces proper endocrine (hormonal) functioning, influencing homeostasis.

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engaging them in their own healing process. One popular approach is practiced by Durango, Colorado, Doctor of Chiropractic James Forleo, author of Health is Simple, Disease is Complicated: A Systems Approach to Vibrant Health. He starts by educating people about the basic functioning of the major body systems involved in their specific health challenges.

“To maintain metabolic health, no one should overlook that the body’s intelligence works 24/7 to solve multiple problems simultaneously, including balancing their metabolism. The more complex the pattern of symptoms, the more systems are involved. Whether a single or group of symptoms indicate metabolic dysfunction, it means that numerous systems that rely on healthy cells are unable to perform their normal functions,” explains Forleo.

For example, blood sugar issues, excess circulating insulin and buildup of excess glucose stored as fat can lead to metabolic dysfunction. The pancreas, thyroid and gastrointestinal tract—primary glands in the endocrine system that plays a major role in balancing body chemistry by secreting hormones directly into the circulatory system—are negatively impacted. Well-functioning adrenals are necessary to balance blood sugar and one role of the pancreas is to produce insulin.

When four of the eight major organ systems—immune, endocrine, cardiovascular and digestive—are impacted by metabolic dysfunction, a more holistic and systemic approach to health can provide a broader understanding of how they interrelate, and why preventive mea-

sures can preclude having to later pursue ways to reverse serious chronic diseases.

Lifestyle Factors

Functional medicine’s integrative approach to metabolic health is based on proper nutrition and regular exercise. “The inflammatory agents present in much of the food consumed at each meal in the standard American diet—high-glycemic refined carbohydrates, high-fructose corn syrup and other sugars, and hydrogenated and partially hydrogenated fats—are the biggest offenders,” says Forleo, who notes that the body instead needs good fats, such as those obtained from olive and coconut oils.

Factors over which we can exercise some control—physical activity, stress, sleep, diet and circadian rhythms—all play roles in metabolic health. Unfortunately, “We are moving further away from our ancestors’ healthier diet and lifestyle.

We’re overfed and undernourished because we’re no longer eating for nutrition, but for entertainment,” remarks Doctor of Chiropractic Brian Mowll, the medical director of Sweet Life Diabetes Health Centers in Pennsylvania and Delaware.

He characterizes metabolic dysfunction as the ultimate problem because it’s the doorway to many other ailments.

“A hundred years ago, infectious diseases plagued humanity.

Today and in the future, it’ll be metabolic disorders such as obesity, cancer, metabolic syndrome, thyroid disorders and other endocrine problems, diabetes and Type 2 diabetes,” predicts Mowll.

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Dr. Caroline Cederquist, author of The MD Factor Diet: A Physician’s Proven Diet for Metabolism Correction and Healthy Weight Loss, and founder of Cederquist Medical Wellness Center, in Naples, Florida, conducted a one-year study of patients to identify their health issues via blood work analysis. Eighty-nine percent of the men, women and children showed evidence of insulin resistance. This often-overlooked metabolic condition affects how the body processes glucose, a simple sugar and the body’s primary fuel, making gaining weight easy and losing it difficult. Treated with proper diet, lifestyle changes and supplements, plus medication in advanced stages, Cederquist found that metabolic dysfunction is reversible.

She explains that long-term insulin resistance can lead to fatty liver disease, high blood sugar and eventually, diabetes. It also directly affects cholesterol levels and can induce triglycerides, high blood pressure, low HDL (high-density lipoprotein, or “good” cholesterol), increased waist circumference and heart disease. In Cederquist’s young adult patients, metabolic dysfunction was also associated with polycystic ovarian syndrome, a cause of infertility.

Germany’s Dr. Wolf Funfack, a specialist in internal and nutritional medicine and creator of a well-regarded metabolic balancing program, noted that insulin resistance both increases the production of stress hormones and blocks production of the anti-inflammatory hormones that slow the aging process.

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Cardiologist Stephen Sinatra, author of Metabolic Cardiology, goes a step further. He believes that metabolic dysfunction involving cells, hormones and inflammation encompasses the molecular-based essence of all disease. He observes, “Individuals diagnosed with several conditions can leave a doctor’s office with three or four prescriptions, rather than the one solution for reversal and prevention—a healthy lifestyle and non-inflammatory diet to offset and neutralize weight gain, blood pressure elevation and other abnormalities such as high blood sugar.”

Mowll agrees that many conventional healthcare practitioners don’t address the root cause of metabolic disorders or provide lifestyle interventions. “They simply reach for the prescription pad,” he says. This growing problem presents an opportunity to educate the entire populace.

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Partly, according to information published by Harvard Medical School. While all light stimulates the brain, the blue light from electronic devices and some eco-light bulbs disrupt circadian rhythms, prevent production of melatonin and block deep, healthful, restorative sleep.

Fortunately, there’s an easy remedy, say Harvard experts: Seek abundant exposure to bright natural sunlight, and then turn off all electronic devices an hour before bedtime. Some experts even suggest wearing orange-colored goggles for the last two waking hours to neutralize the energy-sucking blue rays.

Here are a few more energy thieves and ways to neutralize them.

Avoid Energy Vampires Problem: We all know someone that exhausts us, according to Dr. Judith Orloff, Venice Beach, California, author of the new book, The Ecstasy of Surrender. Maybe he or she talks endlessly about personal matters, is incessantly negative, a gossip or a guilt-tripper.

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Solution: “Take control. Get in the driver’s seat,” advises Orloff. “Create a circle of positive people around you.

Stay calm and centered. Distance yourself from energy vampires and if they’re family, limit time spent with them and establish boundaries.”

Recognize Time Leeches

Problem: We fall into the black hole of Facebook or cute kitten videos. Hours pass and we fall behind in more productive activities and then feel drained and groggy.

Solution: Time management is essential to preserving energy, says Orloff. Limit time spent on social media. Check email once or twice a day instead of every 15 minutes.

“The Internet is addictive, almost like a drug,” explains Orloff. “When you’re online, your energy is cut off and you become a zombie; you’re not in your body. Take a technology fast. Talk to your mate. Make love. Go for a walk in the woods. See your best friend.”

Get Rid of Clutter

Problem: We all have way too much “stuff,” says Linda Rauch Carter, author of Move Your Stuff, Change Your Life. “If you don’t have room, you shut yourself off from the flow of energy in your

home and become exhausted,” says the Tustin, California, feng shui expert.

“When I ask a client to take half of the stuff off a shelf and then ask how it feels, they almost always take a deep breath. The clutter literally chokes off breath and vitality.”

Solution: “Clear out what isn’t needed,” counsels Carter. “Keep a balance by making it a habit when bringing new things into a home or work environments to let go of a comparable number of old things at the same time.”

Beware of clutter creep, the slow accumulation of energy-sapping clutter, she says. “I believe the lack of energy so many of us experience is a nearly undetectable, chronic energy drain that seems slight, yet over time becomes a big problem.”

Stop Electromagnetic Pollution Problem: We are all surrounded by energy-draining electromagnetic fields (EMF) from myriad electronic devices and systems in homes and offices, plus cell phone towers and transmission lines. All of these operate on frequencies that can be major energy drains, says Carter. Japanese research physician Ryoichi Ogawa found that 80 percent of his chronic fatigue patients were frequent users of electromagnetic technologies (Omega-News).

Solution: Minimize indoor exposure to EMFs by using land lines with corded phones, power strips and shutting off electricity to nonessential appliances when not in use. “I’ve been preaching this for 20 years,” says Carter. Protecting sleep space is a primary consideration. “Make sure no beds are near electrical outlets and cell phones. Get rid of cordless phones, which are like mini cell towers, right there in the house,” she adds.

The easiest solution, Carter says, is to put bare feet on bare earth for 15 to 20 minutes a day. “It will pull some of that excess EMF charge right off of you.”

Kathleen Barnes is the author of numerous natural health books and publisher at Take Charge Books. Connect at Kathleen@KathleenBarnes.com.

More Ways to Recharge Take a walk. A brisk 10-minute walk gets the cobwebs out and neutralizes the four o’clock energy slump, says Dr. Judith Orloff. Just spending time outside is a simple, time-tested way of boosting energy.

Recent Scottish research published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine confirms the energy-enhancing power of nature in general, noting that people that live near trees have lower levels of the stress hormone cortisol.

Just Say No. “’No,’ is a complete sentence,” says Orloff. “You don’t have to be mean or angry about it; just firmly say ‘No,’ when someone asks you to do something you don’t want to do or because you already feel overcommitted or overwhelmed. You don’t have to explain or make excuses.” A commitment isn’t necessarily final either, remarks Orloff: “If you dread it and can’t delegate it, renegotiate the earlier agreement.”

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Added Value–Hardwood Wood comes in many colors, polished to a high gloss or textured, and can be refinished when styles change. “Timber used to float downriver to the sawmill and not all of it arrived. We salvage logs from the bottom of the Penobscot River for flooring and other products,” says Tom Shafer, co-owner of Maine Heritage Timber, in Millinocket. “Our wood is as fresh as the day it was cut decades ago.”

Cold water preserves the resource and adds a natural patina. Removal of the estimated 700,000 cords of underwater wood will help restore the waterway’s natural eco-system.

Note: Wood can scratch or dent and be susceptible to water damage. Even recycled wood might not be eco-friendly.

“Wood reclaimed from manufacturing plants can contain machine oils, harsh chemical residue, lead paint or asbestos,” explains Shafer. “Know where it came from; follow the chain of evidence.”

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Linoleum is made from linseed oil, wood powder, resins and ground limestone.

Mineral pigments provide rich color throughout, which prevents paler worn spots. A personalized pattern may include borders using linoleum sheets or tiles. It’s long-lasting, durable, fireresistant, biodegradable, has no harmful volatile organic compounds (VOC) and repels dirt and dust.

Note: Vinyl, made from unnatural chlorinated petrochemicals, won’t wear as well or last as long as linoleum.

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Bottles recycled into glass tile reflect light, brightening smaller rooms like the bath. Long-lasting ceramic or porcelain tile has no VOCs, is easy to clean and won’t host germs, bacteria or dust mites.

Note: Look for lead-free glazed tile. Glass tile may be cost-prohibitive for larger spaces. Most tile can be slick when wet; texturing increases safety.

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wood, while providing comfortable cushioning. “Cork assumes the ambient temperature in the room, keeping feet warmer. It holds up to dogs, too,” says Tim Tompkins, a Portuguese Cork Association committee member in Greenville, South Carolina. “Cork is both healthy for the consumer and sustainable for the environment.”

Note: Due to its cushioning nature, heavy furniture or high-heeled shoes may make indentations.

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Bamboo generally regrows in three to five years, is twice as hard as red oak and can be stained almost any color. Edgegrained bamboo, banded together, turns flooring into a statement.

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durability problems, so shop carefully,” advises David Bergman, a New York City green architect and author of Sustainable Design: A Critical Guide.

Long-Wearing Classic Look–Stone Travertine, limestone, granite, slate and marble are all stone flooring options.

Stone can increase home value, has a classic look and is a piece of history that adds to any décor, although it’s not a renewable resource. Cork or non-petroleum-based laminated floors can give the look of stone without destroying an in-situ natural resource.

Note: Large blocks of stone are cut at quarries and transported to processing plants, cut into slabs and transported to a processor to be cut again, shaped and polished before being shipped to the store—a big carbon footprint.

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The Great Imitator–Concrete Easy-to-clean, durable concrete never needs to be replaced. Small repairs can be patched. Large repairs, such as a broken pipe beneath the surface, may require refinishing the entire floor to match the stain color. Some homeowners have created a faux rug using other stain colors to disguise the repaired area. Finishes can make concrete look like hardwood, painted tile, carpet, marble or granite, including terrazzo options. For an entryway, homeowners can design a custom welcome mat, perhaps incorporating a family crest, monogram or motto. Finishes can be textured to varying degrees to increase foot traction.

Note: Ensure the structure is sturdy enough to bear the extra weight of concrete. It feels cold underfoot in winter and cool in summer. Epoxy coatings don’t let concrete breathe, so any moisture emanating from the concrete slab will be trapped. Test for the moisturevapor emission rate; problem areas can include sections covered by furniture.

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Here are five that are fun for kids and promote healthy lifestyle choices.

Super Stretch Yoga HD. Super Stretch is the primary character in this yoga adventure in which players are encouraged to, “Create a peaceful, balanced life by living a NAMASTE mission: Nothing is impossible; Always be honest; Make the world a better place; Act with kindness; Share with others; Trust and believe in yourself; and Enjoy and have fun.” Creator and founder Jessica Rosenberg, of Minneapolis, Minnesota, explains, “I translated a curriculum that I’ve been using for kids into an ‘edutainment’ app that combines

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gaming and real-life kids as characters that bring yoga to life.” Players are challenged to master the skills presented by each of the game’s 12 main characters, increasing awareness of breathing and other aspects of how the body works, plus promoting self-esteem. Free in the iTunes App Store.

If, the Emotional IQ Game. An adventure game inspired by If, a well-known poem by Rudyard Kipling, players go on a quest through Ziggurat, a fantasy world

where they enlist energy creatures called Vims to rid their avatars of dark energy.

Youngsters are challenged to complete missions using emotional language. The character traits required to complete the tasks include patience, teamwork and other skills that help kids build emotional intelligence. Free in the iTunes App Store.

Smash Your Food. Nutritionist Marta De Wulf, from Bellevue, Washington, felt compelled to develop her innovative app when she realized that while kids understand that certain foods contain too much sugar, fat or carbs, they have no idea how the information pertains to them.

The award-winning app “allows children to input their age, gender and level of physical activity to measure their individual caloric need,” says De Wulf.

“When they choose a food to ‘smash’ and see that eight grams of sugar cubes are in a can of soda, they’re able to process healthy food information.”

Smash Your Food features audio/ video of actual food smashing. “Kids are sensorial and different kinds of learners.

It’s more effective than using cartoon images,” she observes. It’s $2.99 in the iTunes App Store.

er, kids can play games, print coloring sheets and explore healthy recipes while parents check out the news section and resource page for links with information for keeping youngsters healthy.

“Surveys show that parents often don’t realize that their child has a weight problem,” notes Kern. “It’s

important to discuss this topic within the family, and the app helps facilitate this in a non-threatening, helpful way.” It’s $2.99 in the iTunes App Store.

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Oh, Ranger! Park Finder. Instead of vaguely suggesting that kids put down their electronic devices and head outdoors, why not ask them to choose an adventure for the whole family? Using the Oh, Ranger! Park Finder app, kids can search for nearby outdoor recreation areas from a comprehensive database of national parks, state parks, national forests, wildlife refuges, Bureau of Land Management sites and U.S. Army Corps recreation areas. Kids can further seek out specific activities from 20-plus categories that range from birdwatching and hiking to boating and camping. Free in the iTunes App Store or Google Play.

Kids Making Healthy Choices. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control reports that rates of childhood obesity have doubled in the past 30 years. This kid- and parent-friendly app is designed to help.

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renowned leader of the self-help movement from its early days, Louise Hay is celebrated worldwide for teaching—by personal example and through her bestselling book, You Can Heal Your Life—how each of us can transform our mind, body and spirit by changing the way we think. Her positive philosophy has sparked an industry and her Hay House publishing group.

Nourishing mind and body, loving life, learning and growing, giving back and moving ahead—these comprise Hay’s program for creating health, happiness and longevity. At 88, she continues to travel for business and pleasure, embracing vital, joy-filled days with a thankful smile. Her new book, Loving Yourself to Great Health, co-authored with Ahlea Khadro and Heather Dane, explains how she’s taking all she knows to the next level.

back, so it all starts with us. Remember, no matter what the problem is, there is only one answer: loving yourself. Start with small steps and be gentle. If you start there, magical things will happen.

How do you manage to engage in a stream of loving affirmations 24/7?

Practice, practice, practice! Slowly, bit-by-bit, start each day with a loving act towards yourself. Loving affirmations and worrying about things take up the same amount of time; you still get the same things done along the way, but worrying creates stress, while affirmations will brighten your life. It can be exhausting if you fight the shift and make it difficult. If you make kindness to yourself and others a simple part of everyday life, it isn’t exhausting at all.

Why does first applying love and forgiveness to yourself make a happy, healthy and long life possible?

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What are some key elements to crafting a life experience that supports and nourishes ageless being?

Choose thoughts that bring love into your life and laugh a lot. Say yes to life and the magic it brings.

I trust that life will bring me exactly what I need, and part of that is realizing that I don’t need to know everything, because life brings me people like Ahlea and Heather.

A third of our life is spent eating, and

it’s essential that we know the best way to do this. Start your day with water and an act of self-love. Eat real food; seasonal, organic, natural foods are a positive affirmation to your body. Poop every day, figuratively and literally.

Learn to listen to your body and its wisdom. Choose exercise that you love and that makes you feel good.

Also, go on a media diet. Filter out from your consciousness any messages that say you are not good enough or that separate you from the beautiful and lovable person you are. Surround yourself with like-minded people that share good news and love to laugh.

The core belief founding your lifework is that every thought we have is creating our future.

Is scientific research now supporting that?

When I began teaching people about affirmations, there wasn’t any science to support it, but we knew it worked, and now studies verify that. I particularly love Bruce Lipton’s scientific research showing that we are not controlled by our genes because the genetic blueprint can be altered through positive changes in our beliefs.

I hear reports every day of how people are healing their lives by changing their thoughts through cultivating selflove and personal affirmations. They are seeing healing of autoimmune diseases, obesity, addictions, post-traumatic stress and many other so-called incurable illnesses. It’s amazing what happens when you are kind and loving to yourself.

What is your secret to aging gracefully through the years?

It’s simple. It’s about getting your thoughts and food right and having fun along the way. If you are thinking positive thoughts but feeding yourself processed, unnatural or sugary foods, you are sending yourself mixed messages. Feed yourself nourishing foods and think loving thoughts. Any time you don’t know what else to do, focus on love. Loving yourself makes you feel good, and good health comes from feeling good.

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“Burst exercise means working out in short intense bursts of 30 to 60 seconds, coupled with one to two minutes of active recovery time, moving at a lower intensity that allows you to catch your breath and lower your heart rate,” she explains.

Two easy examples of this are sprinting to burst and then walking to recover, and running up stairs to burst, and then walking down them to recover. “This should be repeated for a total of four to eight minutes of highintensity bursts per session. Overall, this will take 20 to 30 minutes,” says Virgin.

She notes that the increase in stress hormones that occurs during HIIE are counteracted by the simultaneously raised levels of anabolicbuilding hormones. “Short bursts train the body in how to handle stress and recover. Repeated intense bursts raise the lactic acid level, which in turn raises growth hormone production and supports fat burning. The research is clear that the more intense the exercise, the bigger the metabolic benefit is afterward.”

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From within their Christian, Jewish, Buddhist and Muslim traditions, Americans are becoming caretakers of the Earth. With great courage, these women and men are reexamining what it means to be human and how we live on this planet. Their stories of combating global warming and the devastation of mountaintop removal, of promoting food security, environmental justice,

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New Year Burning Bowl Ceremony – 2-3:30pm.

Create your focus for 2015 in a burning bowl musical ceremony. Music, fun, dance, drums. Bring mats and a drum if have one. $30. Held at private residence near Coit & Parker. RSVP for address, Star Coyote Sound Temple: 512-788-1236 or JodiSacredSound@gmail.com.

First Day Hike – 4-5pm. Take a leisurely walk and learn about the plants and animals at Cedar Hill State Park. Discover how living things depend on each other to survive and thrive in the habitat at the park. The trail is approximately one mile and is a great hike for families with walking children; the trail is not stroller accessible. Note: Trails are closed when wet. If trail conditions do not allow this walk, we will discuss the same topics in the trailhead parking lot. Park admission. Cedar Hill State Park, 1570 FM 1382, Duck Pond trailhead, Cedar Hill. Lauren Pyeatt: 972-291-3900, x232.

Lauren.Pyeatt@TPWD.Texas.gov.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 2

A Night of Hope with Joel and Victoria – 7:30pm.

Popular televangelist and author Joel Osteen and his wife Victoria share their message of hope. $18.

American Airlines Center, 2500 Victory Ave, Dallas.

JoelOsteen.com.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 3

Tai Chi with El Centro College – 8-9am. Center yourself with a tai chi class. Free. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas.

KlydeWarrenPark.org.

Bird Walk – 8-11am. Bring binoculars and field guides if have them. Learn what to look for with help from the Prairie and Timbers Audubon Society.

Can expect about 30+ species. All ages welcome.

Free. Connemara Meadow Preserve, 300 Tatum Rd, Allen. ConnemaraConservancy.org.

Trinity Skyline Trail Walk – 9am-12pm. The Trinity Skyline Trail is between the Trinity River levees, passes under the Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge and has fabulous views of the Dallas skyline. This is the first of three walks the Dallas Trekkers will

host to explore the Dallas Trinity River development plan. Hofmann Hots, 340 Singleton Blvd, Dallas. Linda McDonald: LSMcDon@gmail.com.

DallasTrekkers.org.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 4

Drumming with George Cortez – 1-3pm. Practice your percussions skills in the park. Kid and familyfriendly. Free. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas. KlydeWarrenPark.org.

MONDAY, JANUARY 5

Skyline 360 Tours – 12:30-1pm. Join the Dallas Center for Architecture for a standing tour of the Dallas skyline. Free. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Reading Rm, Dallas.

KlydeWarrenPark.org.

Yoga for Therapists January 5, 2015 - 7:30-8:45pm Join other health professionals in relaxation, rejuvenation and the ability to release the stressors related to your job. Led by a Clinical Social Worker & Yogi, experience ways to breath deeply, use visualization, meditation and feel sensations of beginner friendly yoga poses.

Presented by: Healing Circle Center Cost: $15 per class or $50 per month Dallas Meditation Center 727 S. Floyd Rd, Richardson For more information contact 214-2325159 or Tzivia@HealingCircleCenter.org HealingCircleCenter.org

TUESDAY, JANUARY 6

Strollfit with Baby Bootcamp – 10-11am. Bond with your little one while getting a workout. Free.

Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas. KlydeWarrenPark.org.

Northwest Earth Institute: Choices for Sustainable Living – 4-5:30pm. Tuesdays thru Feb 7.

This seven-week course, led by Mary Ann Mayer Redmond and Renee Rossi, provides participants with an opportunity to explore sustainability more deeply and learn its unique meaning from individual, societal and global perspectives. Class meets on seven consecutive Tuesdays. Register on website. $27. Surveyor Water Tower, 4000 Arapaho Rd, Addison. MRedmond@MoneyConcepts.com. Facebook.com/events/626379214134569/?ref_newsfeed_story_type.

The Edible Landscape – 6-7:30pm. Why water and mow what you can’t eat? Using areas in your landscape to grow edibles is a way to add food on your table and reduce your grocery bill. This program teaches you how to incorporate edible plants into your home garden and landscape. You will learn how

herbs, fruits and vegetables can add to the colors and textures of your permanent landscape combining both aesthetics and functionality. Free. West Irving Library, 4444 W Rochelle Rd, Irving. FWitte@ CityOfIrving.org. Register: CityOfIrving.org.

Film Screening: Gasland 2 – 7-9pm. In this explosive follow-up to his Oscar-nominated film Gasland, filmmaker Josh Fox uses his trademark dark humor to take a deeper, broader look at the dangers of hydraulic fracturing, or fracking, the controversial method of extracting natural gas and oil, now occurring on a global level. Free. Unitarian Universalist Church of Oak Cliff, 3839 W Kiest Blvd, Dallas.

JudAnnWat@sbcglobal.net. FirstTuesdayFilms.org.

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Presentation by Pathway Genomics, Thorne Research and Dr. Constantine Kotsanis.

Gluten-free lunch provided. Free.

Sponsored by: Kotsanis Institute 2260 Pool Road, Grapevine RSVP at 814-591-0260 For more information visit KotsanisInstitute.com

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 7

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

KlydeWarrenPark.org.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 8

A Tribute to Marchel Ivery – 6-8pm. Annual concert honors the legendary jazz musician Marchel Ivery, featuring renowned local musicians such as saxophonists Shelley Carrol and Chris Maguire as well as Roger Boykin, Michael Palma, Lyles West and Andrew Griffith. Free admission. Food, cocktails available for purchase. Dallas Museum of Art, 1717 N Harwood, Dallas. 214-922-1803.

DallasMuseumOfArt.org.

Please mention that you saw these events in Natural Awakenings Dallas Sustainable Landscaping with Native Plants – 7:30-8:30pm. Gailon Hardin from the Native Plant Society of Texas will speak at the Fort Worth Audubon Society about bird gardening with native plants to conserve water, promote biodiversity and balance our natural landscapes. UNT Health Science Center, 3500 Camp Bowie Blvd, Research & Education Building, Beyer Hall, Rm 114, Fort Worth. Vicki Moore: bobvcm@aol.com. FWAS.org

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FRIDAY, JANUARY 9

Grounded in Resistance Tour: Grassroots Mobilizing for Animal Liberation – 7-9pm. Join Animal Connection of Texas for a presentation and discussion about effectively resisting the use of animals and embracing the urgency of the fight for animal liberation. Explore the recent history of animal advocacy and share experiences of organizing within the context of the current state of the movement and discuss ideas about how we can work together for a stronger animal liberation movement. Hawthorn Suites, 2323 Imperial Dr, Irving. Facebook.com/ AnimalConnectionTX.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 10

Tai Chi with El Centro College – 8-9am. Center yourself with a tai chi class. Free. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas.

KlydeWarrenPark.org.

Coppell Farmers Market – 8am-12pm. Coppell Farmers Market will be open for winter markets on the second and fourth Saturdays in Jan, Feb, and March. The Winter Markets will feature some unique local food artisans that have been on the waitlist during the weekly market season. These will also include some craft/artisan vendors, along with all your favorites. Free. Coppell Farmers Market, 768 W Main St, Coppell. 972-462-5165. AVanHooz@ coppelltx.gov. CoppellFarmersMarket.org.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 11

J Performing Arts Space at the Park – 11am-2pm.

Enjoy performing arts workshops from the Aaron Family JCC of Dallas. Free. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas. KlydeWarrenPark.org.

DORBA Beginner Clinic – 1:30pm. Consists of basic instruction including bike setup, safety, trail etiquette and basic bike handling skills. After the instructional portion, there will be a group ride of the trail. Bring helmet, water, snack and waiver. Big Cedar Wilderness Trail, 5950 Eagle Ford, Dallas.

RSVP: Dorba.org.

To offset this impact, create a Texas wildscape on your property to provide vital habitat to our local wildlife. This presentation will detail the components of a wildscape and provide advice on how to create and maintain your wildscape using native vegetation. Free. Brookhaven College, 43939 Valley View Ln, Building H: Geotechnology Institute, Farmers Branch. 972-699-1687. KirkMiller@DallasSierra Club.org. DallasSierraClub.org.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 14

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

KlydeWarrenPark.org.

Organic Vegetable Gardening – 7-8:30pm. Plano community gardeners will share their first-hand experience with soil, water and insects while producing lush organic vegetables. Learn how to set up your spring garden for maximum results. Free.

Environmental Education Center, 4116 W Plano Pkwy, Plano. LiveGreenInPlano.obsres.com.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 15

Dallas DownRiver Club Meeting – 7pm. Canoeing, kayaking and rafting club. Roma’s, 7402 Greenville Ave, Dallas. 214-373-0500. More info, Dale Harris: 972-680-2727 or Dale_Harris@sbcglobal.net

K. Ellingson Group – 6-8pm. Kay and Kent Ellingson are back to bring their unique vocal and instrumental renditions to jazz standards of all genres. Free admission. Food, cocktails available for purchase. Dallas Museum of Art, 1717 N Harwood, Dallas. 214-922-1803. DallasMuseumOfArt.org.

Studying Evolution on the Galápagos Islands – 7-8:30pm. Dr. James Bednarz, professor of biology, University of North Texas, will offer a close-up look at the endangered Galapagos hawk. Bednarz served as Hawk Mountain Sanctuary director of research and higher education from 1987 to 1990. Hosted by Audubon Dallas. Free. CC Young Retirement Center, 4847 W Lawther Dr, Dallas. AudubonDallas.org.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 16 MONDAY, JANUARY 12

Skyline 360 Tours – 12:30-1pm. Join the Dallas Center for Architecture for a standing tour of the Dallas skyline. Free. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Reading Rm, Dallas.

KlydeWarrenPark.org.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 13

Strollfit with Baby Bootcamp – 10-11am. Bond with your little one while getting a workout. Free.

Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas. KlydeWarrenPark.org.

Dallas Sierra Club: Texas Wildscapes – 7-8:30pm.

As human development continues to grow in Texas, habitat for our native wildlife becomes less abundant.

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Ray Wylie Hubbard – 8pm. Legendary Texas country singer songwriter performs. $25-$30.

Uncle Calvin’s Coffeehouse, Northpark Presbyterian Church, 9555 North Central Expy, Dallas.

UncleCalvins.org.

TREIA January 2015 Board Meeting – 9am3:30pm. TREIA members invited to welcome in the new board of directors, approve a starting budget, review Legislative Agenda and strategy, a review of the Texas Renewables 2014 conference and other recent events, and a discussion of Texas Energy Independence Week, a possible 2015 Roundup, the Texas Renewables 2015 conference in Houston, and other upcoming activities. Location TBD, Austin. More info, Russel Smith: 512-3455446, RSmith@TREIA.org.

www.NADallas.com

SATURDAY, JANUARY 17

North Texas Electric Auto Association – 10am12pm. The North Texas Electric Auto Association’s goal is to support local EV enthusiasts and to promote and educate the public regarding the benefits of electric vehicles. Free. Dallas MakerSpace, 1825 Monetary Lane, Ste 104, Carrollton. NTEAA.org.

Intro to Essential Oils – 10:30-11:30am. Essential oils are amazing substances that can be used in countless ways to enhance your health, promote emotional well being and replace the use of toxic chemicals that we use on our bodies and in our households everyday.

Learn about the nine everyday oils that can be used to improve your well being and overall quality of life.

Free/general public, $15/YL distributors. Abundant Life Wellness Center, 3345 Western Center Blvd, Fort Worth. Felicia@AbundantLifeWellnessCenter.com.

AbundantLifeWellnessCenter.com.

Wetland Book Discovery: Beyond Ecophopia – 1-2:30pm. We will discuss David Sobels book Beyond Ecophobia, which speaks to those who wish to nurture children in the ability to understand and care deeply for nature. Discussion continues Feb. 21. $25/includes books and entry fees. John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Ln, Seagoville.

RSVP required by Jan 5. 972-474-9100 LDunn@ WetlandCenter.com. WetlandCenter.com.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 18

African Dance with Fihankra Dance & Fitness Studio – 11:30am-12:30pm. All ages and skill levels are welcome for African Dance with Fihankra Dance & Fitness Studio on the Ginsburg Family Great Lawn. Free. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas. KlydeWarrenPark.org.

MONDAY, JANUARY 19

Skyline 360 Tours – 12:30-1pm. Join the Dallas Center for Architecture for a standing tour of the Dallas skyline. Free. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Reading Rm, Dallas.

KlydeWarrenPark.org.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 20

Strollfit with Baby Bootcamp – 10-11am. Bond with your little one while getting a workout. Free.

Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas. KlydeWarrenPark.org.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 21

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

KlydeWarrenPark.org.

Success with Seeds – 7-8:30pm. It’s never too early to start your summer gardening. Learn the secrets to successful seed sowing from VegetableGardener. com contributor and seed master Greg Holdsworth.

Free. Environmental Education Center, 4116 W Plano Parkway, Plano. LiveGreenInPlano.obsres.com.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 22

Wicked Plants – 6-7:30pm. This fun presentation covers plants that are deadly, illegal, intoxicating, dangerous, painful and destructive/invasive. This presentation uses interesting historical anecdotes, photos to identify the plants and facts so gardeners can avoid these plants in their landscapes. Free. West Irving Library, 4444 W Rochelle Rd, Irving. FWitte@ CityOfIrving.org. Register: CityOfIrving.org.

Len Barnett and Friends – 6-8pm. Percussionist Len Barnett, a highly respected and much sought after musician, leads his own band to perform his own style of percussion-driven jazz. Free admission. Food, cocktails available for purchase. Dallas Museum of Art, 1717 N Harwood, Dallas. 214-9221803. DallasMuseumOfArt.org.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 23

Chris Rosser – 8pm. Multi-instrumentalist, singersongwriter, composer and producer performs. $15-$18. Uncle Calvin’s Coffeehouse, Northpark Presbyterian Church, 9555 North Central Expy, Dallas. UncleCalvins.org.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 24

Coppell Farmers Market – 8am-12pm. Coppell Farmers Market will be open for winter markets on the second and fourth Saturdays in Jan, Feb, and March. The Winter Markets will feature some unique local food artisans that have been on the waitlist during the weekly market season. These will also include some craft/artisan vendors, along with all your favorites. Free. Coppell Farmers Market, 768 W Main St, Coppell. 972-462-5165. AVanHooz@ coppelltx.gov. CoppellFarmersMarket.org.

The Power of Increasing Your Frequency – 9:3010:30am. We are more than our physical body. We have an energy field around us, which can either vibrate at a high or low frequency producing positive or negative experiences in our lives. Learn how the high frequency of essential oils can be used to increase your frequency and why this is important. $10. Abundant Life Wellness Center, 3345 Western Center Blvd, Fort Worth. Felicia@AbundantLifeWellnessCenter.com. AbundantLifeWell nessCenter.com.

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Healthy Foundation Seminar Presented by Dr. John Yong, M.D. Saturday, Jan 24, 9:30 – 11:30am

Author Michael Lemonick from Climate Central Speaks about his book Global Weirdness Tuesday, Jan 27, 10:30am

Join pioneering physician Dr. John Young as he discusses his groundbreaking work and new book “Beyond Treatment”. Dr. Young will be discussing his development of the Young Health Shake and how he addresses chronic illnesses at the cellular level. He will also be answering your health related questions.

Also speaking will be national radio personality Martie Whittekin, and Dr.Kyl Smith, noted researcher, scientist and author of “Brighter Mind.”. Free.

Sponsored by; The Healthy By Nature Show Marriott Courtyard, 490l W Plano Pkwy, Plano For more information call 469-484-7500.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 25

Drumming with George Cortez – 1-3pm. Practice your percussions skills in the park. Kid and familyfriendly. Free. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas. KlydeWarrenPark.org.

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.

Sponsored by: Dallas County Community College District Brookhaven College Performance Hall 3939 Valley View Lane, Farmers Branch 75244 For more information call 972.860-4700 or visit DCCCD.edu.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 28

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

KlydeWarrenPark.org.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 29

Master Composter Training – Jan 29-31 & Feb 19.

Learn how to improve your soil’s health by diverting valuable garden resources from the landfill back into your landscape with this 16-hr, 4-class series. Free.

Environmental Education Center, 4116 W Plano Pkwy, Plano. Register: LiveGreenInPlano.obsres.com.

MONDAY, JANUARY 26

Skyline 360 Tours – 12:30-1pm. Join the Dallas Center for Architecture for a standing tour of the Dallas skyline. Free. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Reading Rm, Dallas.

KlydeWarrenPark.org.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 27 Help Me to Forgive – 10:30-11:30am. Are you having a difficult time forgiving someone who has harmed you? Do you want to let the offense go but struggle in your mind and emotions to release them?

Learn how you can use essenital oils and Emotional Freedom Technigue (EFT or Tapping) to truly forgive someone and let go of the hurt once and for all. $15. Abundant Life Wellness Center, 3345 Western Center Blvd, Fort Worth. RSVP required: 817-8470900 or Felicia@AbundantLifeWellnessCenter. com. AbundantLifeWellnessCenter.com.

Mr. Lemonick, a science journalist, who covered science and the environment for Time Magazine for 21 years is co-author of the book “Global Weirdness: Severe Storms, Deadly Heat Waves, Relentless Drought, Rising Seas and the Weather of the Future. In his book, published by Climate Central, he seeks to clearly explain everything we currently know about the science of climate change.

It details the effects of climate change and greenhouse gases on ocean acidity, existing ecosystems, disruptions to food supply and rising sea levels, and more.

Strollfit with Baby Bootcamp – 10-11am. Bond with your little one while getting a workout. Free.

Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas. KlydeWarrenPark.org.

I find that when we really love and accept and approve of ourselves exactly as we are, then everything in life works. ~Louise Hay

Mario Cruz Quartet with Special Guest Gale Cruz – 6-8pm. Saxophonist Mario Cruz has played and toured with an impressive array of musicians, from jazz artists Jaco Pastorius, Randy Brecker and Bob James to pop icons Bruce Springsteen, Joe Cocker and Natalie Cole. Free admission. Food, cocktails available for purchase. Dallas Museum of Art, 1717 N Harwood, Dallas. 214-922-1803.

DallasMuseumOfArt.org.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 30

Andy Gullahorn & Jill Phillips – 8pm. Singer songwriters perform. $15-$18. Uncle Calvin’s Coffeehouse, Northpark Presbyterian Church, 9555 North Central Expy, Dallas. UncleCalvins.org.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 31

Tai Chi with El Centro College – 8-9am. Center yourself with a tai chi class. Free. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas.

KlydeWarrenPark.org.

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

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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.

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.

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.

Zen to Go – Mon thru Thurs. 12-12:45pm. An oasis in the middle of the day offering walking and sitting meditation followed by brief sharing. Donation accepted.

Dallas Meditation Center, 727 S Floyd Rd, Richardson.

972-432-7871. DallasMeditationCenter.com.

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.

Learn from the past and let it go.

Live in today. ~Louise Hay

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.

Monthly Meditation – 2nd Mon. 7:30-8:30pm.

Join Lake Highlands Acupuncture for this monthly meditation. Beginners and seasoned meditators alike are welcome. RSVP suggested. Donations welcome.

Lake Highlands Acupuncture, 10252 E NW Hwy, Dallas. 214-267-8636. Heather.Harper.Ellett@ gmail.com. LakeHighlandsAcupuncture.com.

Cosmic Dance – 7:30-9pm. Dance and disappear into deep stillness. Take your energy to a new height, be a child, reactivate your senses. Donation $5. Cosmic Cafe, 2912 Oak Lawn Dr, Dallas. 214521-6157. CosmicCafeDallas.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.

The Omni Imax: Ft Worth – Showtimes online.

Features include Interstellar: The IMAX Experience; Jerusalem; Journey to the South Pacific; The Polar Express; Thrill Ride: The Science of Fun. $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.

The Trains at Northpark – Nov 22-Jan 4. Mon thru Sat, 10am-9pm; Sun, 12-6pm. Early closings Thanksgiving Eve, Christmas Eve, New Year’s Eve, New Year’s Day. Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. The Trains at NorthPark includes trains rolling across 1,600 feet of track on a journey across America.The exhibit encompasses more than 4,000 square feet of train-themed environments, with all the trimmings of the holiday train travel experience. $3-$7. The NorthPark Center, 8687 N Central Expwy, Dallas. Carrie Arnot: 214-631-7354.

CArnot@rmhdallas.org. RMHDallas.org/Trains.

instructors. Modifications for all body types and ages. $12 suggested donation. Dynamic Yoga 4 Love Studio, 558 Bluebird Ln, Red Oak. Yoga4Love.net.

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

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

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

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

Easy-to-follow routines featuring Jacki Sorensen’s creative choreography and a variety of music and artists. Start anytime. 3-wk sample: $25. Cimmaron Park Rec Center in Valley Ranch, 201 Red River Tl, Irving. 972-281-3075. Additional locations: Jackis.com.

Core 30 – 9:30-10am. Core 30 is a brand new 30-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.

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

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.

Beginning Taoist Tai Chi Class – 9:30-10:30am.

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. $140/ adults, $110/seniors or students for 4 months. Central Congregational Church, 5600 Royal Ln, Dallas.

214-762-1661. Dallas.TX@Taoist.org. Taoist.org.

Yo-Lates – 10:30-11:30am. Yoga poses are performed in a slow flowing progression mixed with Pilates, focusing on posture and core stability to create symmetry, flexibility and strength. Free.

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

972-462-5136.

Alzheimer’s Support Group – 2-3:30pm. 2nd&4th Tues. Activities & care available at no charge with a reservation for family members if attending support group. Guest speaker specializing in this area of expertise presents information at the second

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meeting of each month. Free. Friends Place Adult Day Services, 1960 Nantucket, Richardson. 972437-2940. FriendsPlaceAds.com.

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

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

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

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

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.

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.

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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.

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. $10-$15/class.

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

YES: A Young Adults Meditation Fellowship – 7-9pm. A meditation and teaching series for young adults in their 20s and 30s, facilitated by Brother ChiSing, David Morcom, Christina Clark and trained Young Adult co-facilitators. Each evening will include a beginner-friendly walking and sitting meditation, a song or two, Dharma teachings, sharing, discussion and refreshments afterwards. Donation.

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

Meditation for Health and Healing – 7-9pm. Join experienced teachers Jon and Linda Caswell as they guide students through a practical, secular practice for the ordinary Joe. No chanting or incense! Donation. Lake Highlands Acupuncture, 10252 E. Northwest Hwy, Dallas. 214-267-8636. Heather@ LakeHighlandsAcupuncture.com. LakeHighlands Acupuncture.com.

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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. TrinityRiver Audubon.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.

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.

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.

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Beginning Taoist Tai Chi Class – 9:30-10:30am.

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. $140/ adults, $110/seniors or students for 4 months. Central Congregational Church, 5600 Royal Ln, Dallas.

214-762-1661. Dallas.TX@Taoist.org. Taoist.org.

Fit Dance Plus – 9:30-10:30am. Aerobic fun with simple foot patterns, working around a chair, adding balls and or weights for coordination, balance and muscle work and ending with gentle stretching. Free.

Coppell Senior Center, 345 W Bethel Rd, Coppell.

972-462-5136.

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.

Yo-Lates – 1-3pm. Bring your piece of junque, then reify it into a sparkling piece of garden art.

Beads provided. Free. Coppell Senior Center, 345 W. Bethel Rd, Coppell. Preregistration required: 972-462-5136.

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.

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.

Lewy Body Dementia Caregiver Support Group – 5-6:30pm. 1st Wed. Cindy Marshall, M.D., director of Memory Care at Baylor Neuroscience Center, will address the unique concerns, challenges, & treatments associated with LBD. Free. Friends Place Adult Day Services, 1960 Nantucket, Richardson.

972-437-2940. FriendsPlaceAds.com.

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.

A good decision is based on knowledge and not on numbers. ~Plato

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Alzheimer’s Support Group – 2-3:30pm. 2nd&4th Thurs. Activities & care available at no charge with a reservation for family members if attending support group. Guest speaker specializing in this area of expertise presents information at the second meeting of each month. Free. Friends Place Adult Day Services, 1960 Nantucket, Richardson. 972-437-2940.

FriendsPlaceAds.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.

Dallas Vegan Drinks – 6:30pm. Meets the second Thursday of the month at various veg-friendly locations for fellowship. Facebook.com/DallasVeganDrinks.

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.

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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.

Kirtan Music Jam – 7-8pm. 1st Fri. Join us for kirtan, the mantra meditation as song. It calms your mind of fear & anxiety & opens your heart letting the divine invade with true love. Free. Atma Bhakti Yoga Center, 6315 Lindlsey Ave, Dallas. 469-5632862. AtmaBhaktiYoga@gmail.com.

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.

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.

saturday 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.

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.

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. $10-$15/class.

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

Yoga 4 Love.net

Nutrition + Detox | Yoga Audio & Video Classes | Life Coaching | ONLINE Teacher Training | Reiki Healing

214-532-0776

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.

Money can buy you a fine dog, but only love can make him wag his tail. ~Kinky Friedman

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.

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.

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communityresourceguide Connecting you to the leaders in natural healthcare and green living in our community. To find out how you can be included in the Community Resource Guide email Publisher@NADallas.com to request our media kit.

ACUPUNCTURE EAST-WEST ACUPUNCTURE

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

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

BODY CONTOURING ULTIMATE BODY WRAP

Ruth Bradford, Independent Distributor 469-296-8326 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 214-469-8326 for more information. See ad on page 35.

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.

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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.

COACHING

Hami ‘Hamydeh’ Safavi Life Coach/Executive Coach 4100 Spring Valley Rd.; Suite 600, Dallas, TX 203-209-8842 Hami.safavi@yahoo.com

9901 E. Valley Ranch Parkway, #1000, Irving 1106 N. Galloway Ave, Mesquite 972-444-0660 AIMC-DFW.com

DANIEL FINLEY

Dr. Ray Nannis 1980 Nantucket Dr., Suite 104, Richardson 972-671-2225 NannisChiropractic.com

LIFE STRATEGIES – FOR EFFECTIVE AND MOTIVATED INDIVIDUALS

DR. CARLOS CHAPA, LAC, OMD, PHD

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. See ad on page 12.

OPTIMUM WELLNESS SOLUTIONS

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 10.

www.NADallas.com

Hami Safavi is a 20-year results oriented Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP) expert and Personal and Executive Coach. She can help you- Close the gap between where you are and where you want to be; Unlock insight, take action and create positive change in any context; Focus on solutions -- not the problems; and Experience greater enjoyment of a balanced life. Call 203-209-8842 now for an appointment.

COMPOUNDING PHARMACY Richardson East Pharmacy

189 Plano Rd #120, Richardson 972-234-4668 Locally owned and operated by Pharmacist with over 25 years of clinical experience. We provide solutions to your problems with personal service and wellness care, free Delivery (within 3 miles), most major insurance accepted, electronic delivery from physicians and Medicare and Medicaid accepted. Compounding specialties include: Sports medicine, Wound Care, Veterinary Medications, and Bio Identical Hormones.

EDUCATION THE HOCKADAY SCHOOL

11600 Welch Road, Dallas 214- 363-6311 Hockaday.org Established almost 100 years ago, The Hockaday School provides a college preparatory education for girl; from pre-kindergarten to 12th grade, including Boarding school for grades 8-12.

With an enrollment of approximately 1000 students and a 10:1 student teacher ratio, Hockaday students enjoy a 100% acceptance rate to college. Notable Hockaday alumni include Barbara and Jenna Bush, Dixie Carter, and Pamela Willeford.

DALLAS COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT

1601 South Lamar, Dallas 214-378-1824 DCCCD.edu The Dallas County Community College District (DCCCD) is a network of seven colleges in Dallas County, including El Centro College in downtown Dallas, Brookhaven College in Farmers Branch, Mountain View College in southwest Dallas, Eastfield College in Mesquite, Richland College in north Dallas, Cedar Valley College in Cedar Hill and Northlake College in Irving. With over 100 majors , Continuing Educations and Special programs, Online learning and Corporate Training partnerships, DCCCD serves the North Texas region with fully accredited one and two year certificates and degrees and core credit courses that are guaranteed to transfer to Texas colleges and universities. See ad on page 11.

JESUIT COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL OF DALLAS 12345 Inwood Rd, Dallas 972-387-8700 JesuitCP.org

Jesuit College Preparatory School of Dallas, founded in 1942 is a private Catholic institution for young men under the direction of the Society of Jesus. It’s located on a 27-acre campus in North Dallas and provides a student-centered Catholic Jesuit education to approximately 1,000 students in grades 9-12 with an 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Jesuit Dallas students’ average SAT scores exceed the national average by more than 200 points.

ELECTRIC VEHICLES DON HERRING AUTOMOTIVE Locations: 3520 S. Marvin D. Love Frwy, Dallas 888-880-4276 2901 W Airport Frwy, Irving 866-807-3216 4225 W. Plano Pkwy, Plano 888-868-9915 DonHerring.com

Don Herring Mitsubishi located in Dallas, Irving, and Plano takes pride in offering the best selection of new and used vehicles to the Dallas and DFW Metroplex areas.

The new Mitsubishi, all Electric Vehicle, i-MIEV is ready for immediate delivery. No money down financing is available on most new Mitsubishi’s. Visit Don Herring online or come by and see why Don Herring is the #1Mitsubishi Dealer in North Texas. We recognize your time is valuable, and strive to make your shopping experience easy and to offer you the lowest price available online.

We pledge to beat any advertised offer in the Metroplex.

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Texas Toyota of Grapevine

RESTORING EDEN / DOTERRA

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.

ENERGY BREEZE ENERGY

Kelley Walker, Dr. Sears Certified Health Coach 3200 S. Carrier Pkwy, Grand Prairie 817-253-0049 RestoringEden@ymail.com RestoringEden.me RestoringEden.eoinfo.com

Restoring Eden’s vision is to educate and encourage others In the pursuit of healthy living and disease prevention with plant based nutrition and healthcare alternatives.

God gave us everything we need for abundant wellness in His creation in the Garden of Eden. Clean eating of fruits, vegetables and and the pure extracts from plants are essential in restoring Eden’s original blueprint for abundant life. As a Certified Health Coach for Dr. Sears Wellness Institute, I also offer a variety of wellness workshops and classes for Families, Prime- Time Health and Expecting Women.

These workshops are excellent wellness programs for organizations and corporations. See ad on page 27.

855-391-WIND (9463) BreezeEnergy.com

100% Pure. 100% Green. 100% Texas. Wind power saves water vs. spends it, and our wind farms save Texas over 7.8 billion gallons of water a year. In the U.S., wind power will save about 30 trillion bottles of water, by 2030. Powering your home with coal, gas, or nuclear energy uses as much water as leaving a shower on for the entire day. Wind power? It uses no water; which, when you’re in a drought-plagued state like Texas, can be critical, By using wind for your energy needs, not only do you do good by the environment, you also do well by your wallet. At an average of 8.6 cents per kilowatt hour, Breeze Energy residential rates are lower than both TXU and Green Mountain for average 12-month plans. See ad on page 2.

No spring nor summer beauty hath such grace as I have seen in one autumnal face. ~John Donne

ESSENTIAL OILS DoTERRA CERTIFIED PURE THERAPEUTIC GRADE Lynn Mattingly Wellness Advocate 817-800-6324 Mydoterra.com/glm

FAIR TRADE GIFTS AND CRAFTS FROM THE ENDS OF THE EARTH

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

FOOT HEALTH FOOT SOLUTIONS DALLAS

Ancient civilizations utilized essential oils as their medicinals and now modern science is rediscovering essential oils ability to bypass the blood-brain barrier. Essential oils are also lipid solublecapable of penetrating cell membranes.

In an era of “Super Germs”, essential oils contain oxygen molecules that help transport nutrients to starving human cells. DōTERRRA is the industry standard being the Certified Pure Therapeutic Oils that are beyond organic; promoting emotional, physical and spiritual wellbeing for the whole family, kids and even pets. Learn how to makeover your medicine cabinet for pennies on the dollar of synthetic products, contact for a free gift with consultation at 817-800-6324.

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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.

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HEALTH CARE

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 972-704-8291 for immediate response and estimate.

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 469-953-0244 for an interview and appointment.

HAIR CARE

1-800-4BAYLOR BaylorHealth.com/CancerCare Baylor Health Care has a network of comprehensive cancer treatment centers throughout Dallas-Fort Worth, offering a full range of cancerrelated and integrative medical services. Whether you want to learn about different types of cancer, screenings, prevention, healthy living and support, Baylor is here for you. Our system of hospitals and outpatient centers offers the experience, expertise and technology you can trust. We are committed not only to diagnosing and treating you, but also helping you make lifestyle adjustments even after you leave our facilities. Call us for physician referral or for more information. See ad on back cover.

PRIMACARE

13 Locations in Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex 888-286-4603 PrimaCare.com With 13 Urgent Care Centers across the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, PrimaCare serves the medical needs of area families with courtesy, convenience and compassion. Open 7 days a week, and extended evening and weekend hours. No appointment is necessary. Most insurance is accepted. Use our Call Ahead Service and wait where your want.

Open hours: Monday – Friday 8am - 8pm, Saturday – Sunday 8am – 5pm. See ad on page 27.

GLITZ ORGANIC SALON

HERBAL MEDICINE

By Appointment Only 214-824-5489 Debi@GlitzOrganicSalon.com GlitzOrganicSalon.com

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Glitz Organic Salon is Dallas County premier organic hair salon. All our products come from the United Kingdom and are Certified Organic, Vegan and animal cruelty free.

Gone are the noxious fumes, stinging scalp, and watery eyes. We are ammonia free, high performance long-lasting permanent hair color. Your hair will be healthier, shinier, and more natural than ever before. We guarantee it. Our services include haircuts, hair coloring, hair straightening, weft creations and hair bonding extensions. Like us on Face Book as you check out pics of our peeps.

Swank Salon Organic Color Bar & Boutique 15635 Quorum Dr, Addison 75001 972-387-9265 SwankSalon.org

Leslie Duong 5917 Greenville Ave, Dallas, TX 214-887-8325 Leslie.ACN_Herbs@yahoo.com LeslieDuong.com AC Herbs and Vitamins special-

Leslie Duong is a licensed Herbalist, BS Biology, and Health Nutritionist, with 20 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 24.

We are a preferred Moroccan Oil & Milkshake salon with nationally and internationally trained stylists that offer the highest professionalism by specializing in all forms of color, hair cutting and styling, as well as complete makeovers. We offer affordable luxury for all, from celebrities, to moms, to career professionals. The organic color bar is a top-quality option for Swank Salon clients that opens up the door for the ecofriendly and those beauty-conscious mavens with sensitive skin. Come to the hair salon in Addison that knows the best techniques, tools and brands in the industry. Call and schedule your appointment today. See ad on page 12.

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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.

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HOMEOPATHY Dr. Alex Bekker

5209 Heritage Ave., Suite 410, Colleyville 817-545-5400 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.

MASSAGE ESSENTIAL BODYWORKS

1210 Old Gate Lane, Suite 202, Dallas 214- 842-3645 With extensive experience in therapeutic massage,our modalities include: Trigger Point, Sports, Lymphatic Drainage, Sinus & Headache, Reflexology, Pregnancy, LaStone© Hot Stone, Myofascial/Neuromuscular Release, Non-Surgical Face Lift and Injury/Post-Surgical/Medical Rehab. Our clients have ranged in age from 2 months to 87 years. Our goal is to provide gentle, caring and effective massage for our clients. “Therapeutic Massage For A Healthier You”.

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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 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 28.

KOTSANIS INSTITUTE

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 ad on page 4 & 28.

DR. JOHN WOODWARD, MD

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Medical City Dallas 7777 Forest Lane, Suite A-315, Dallas 972-566-7870 AboutHormones.org

Dr Woodward has been practicing medicine in Dallas since 1968 and specializes in hormone replacement for both men and women. He is board certified in Gynecology and has been a pioneer in bio-identical hormone replacement for 30 years. Dr. Woodward also specializes in the diagnosis and management of Breast Cancer and Diabetes. He has developed an innovative and more effective method to help the body make some of its own hormones.

The Cooper Clinic in Dallas conducted two studies of his patients to determine bone density and arterial calcium buildup. The studies found that Dr. Woodward’s patients have 11% better bone density and 26% less calcified arteriosclerotic plaques than patients referred by other doctors. This tells you that bio-identical hormone replacement therapy is not only effective but also safer.

If you are suffering from hormone depletion, I urge you to learn more about bio-identical hormone replacement therapy. Please call for an appointment at 972-566-7870.

NEUROFEEDBACK DALLAS BRAIN CHANGERS

Dr Stephanie McClung & Mindy Fritz 10000 North Central Expressway #400, Dallas, TX 214-997-4990 DallasBrainChangers.com Specializing in reducing or alleviating symptoms of many 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 noninvasive and does not involve medication.

Call 214-997-4990 for a consultation. See ad on page 14.

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SYLVIA MOORE

Independent Isagenix Distributor SylviaMoore1.Isagenix.com Sylvia Moore is an Independent Associate with Isagenix International, one of the fastest-growing companies in North America. Our proprietary solutions are transforming the Healthy Aging, Performance & Energy, and Weight-Loss industries. Our no-compromise approach to health and wealth generating opportunities helps thousands achieve their dreams—physically and financially. Visit SylviaMoore1.Isagenix.com to learn more about all of these opportunities.

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.

NUTRITION Living Well Health and Wellness Center

THREE HAPPY COWS

Betty Murray, CN, IFMCP, CHC 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.

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.

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PEDIATRICS

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Cranial Osteopath

Liz Chapek, D.O. 214-341-8742 Chapek.DoctorsOffice.net For structural and internal problems, head and body, to optimize inherent healing abilities: Infant (nursing, head shape, inconsolable crying), Young Child (developmental delay, recurrent ear infections), Female (infertility, pregnancy), All Ages (head trauma, pain/strain, imbalanced internal systems). For information: call us or check website’s Home and Practice News pages.

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.

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.

I find that when we really love and accept and approve of ourselves exactly as we are, then everything in life works. ~Louise Hay

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 40.

LONE STAR DOG DOORS

PAIN MANAGEMENT SENERGY MEDICAL GROUP

9901 Valley Ranch Pkwy East, Suite 1009 Irving, TX 972-580-0545 Biomodulator@senergy.ux Senergy.us

Senergy Medical Group is the exclusive distributor of the patented Tennant Biomodulator® PLUS & PRO invented by Dr. Jerry Tennant of Colleyville. These FDA accepted non-invasive devices are designed to offer health care professionals and home users an affordable, drug free and user-friendly option for the indicated use of symptomatic relief for chronic, severe pain and intractable pain; and adjunctive treatment in the management of post-surgical and post-traumatic pain. The Biomodulator uses technology designed to stimulate the body’s natural release of chemicals and by giving the cells the energy they are lacking.

When the cells are restored to their optimal level of energy the body can heal itself. There are many success stories and testimonials of patients’ recovery and pain reduction, some of which can be seen on our website. Senergy is not a medical office and cannot provide any medical advice or diagnosis. To make an appointment with Dr. Tennant, please contact his office at Tennant Institute for Integrative Medicine at 972-580-1156. See ad on page 35.

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Dallas, TX 214-810-1785 Info@LoneStarDogDoors.com LoneStarDogDoors.com

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

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

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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.

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.

SPAS DEER LAKE LODGE ORGANIC SPA& WELLNESS RESORT

10500 Deer Lake Lodge Rd. Montgomery, TX 77316 936-647-1383 DeerLakeLodge.com At Deer Lake Lodge guests are inspired to maintain or jump start wellness lifestyles with detoxification and cleansing programs that encourage and renew. Situated on 50 acres of wooded estate, 45 minutes from downtown Houston, this holistic wellness destination is secluded with a limited number of guests – ensuring each visitor’s personal quest for wellbeing is an attentive experience –and a sustainable, eco-friendly vibe, from building practices to landscaping to water and lighting.

Self-directed, multifaceted detox programs combine with juice fasting, colonics, fitness classes, energy work, spa treatments and weight loss. See ad on page 19.

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.

UNITY CHURCH OF SACHSE

5502 Ben Davis, Sachse UnityOfSachse.com 972-984-8946 UnityOfSachse@gmail.com We teach positive psychology base on the Spiritual teachings of Jesus. Unity Church of Sachse holds services each Sunday morning at 11:30 am. Please join us each week as we share truths and principles to help you along your spiritual journey. After the service, join us for coffee and conversation. You will find recordings of each week’s message on our website to listen to at your convenience. Spiritual counseling and positive prayer available. Please call for appointment.

All events are posted on our website.

STRESS MANAGEMENT QUANTUM ZEN

Nance Woods 330 Market St, Baird, TX QuantumZen@windstream.net QuantumZenTX.com Stress? Illness? Injury? Biofeedback could be the answer. Distance sessions available. Quantum Zen also offers Human BioAcoustic Vocal Profiling and Nance is a highly sought after Reiki Master/Teacher.

Trying to sell your house but it just won’t sell? Keep getting an “unfriendly” feeling around your property? Property clearing is available.

Quantum Zen is a holistic wellness center specializing in stress management located west of the metroplex on Interstate 20.

THERMOGRAPHY

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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 29.

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.

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Jennifer Trejo, Naturopath 3345 Western Center Blvd, Suite 140 Ft Worth, TX 817-847-0900 AbundantLifeWellnessCenter.com We help with acute and chronic health concerns ranging from autoimmune, fatigue, ADHD, gut issues, metabolic issues and more. Services include detoxification, enzyme therapy, homeopathy, nutrition, weight loss, functional blood analysis, saliva hormone testing, essential oils, Platinum Energy foot detox, and oxygen steam sauna. We also offer the latest technology in Neurofeedback and Breast Thermography. See ads on pages 16 and 26.

Offering Yoga 4 Love (Y4L) Advanced Training Programs -200 hour Live Online and 300 hour In Studio.

We also provide Nutrition-Plus 90 Days to Feeling Fit; Life Coaching; Energy Work; Reiki and Online Yoga Classes. Yoga 4 Love facilitates an atmosphere of personal transformation through a strong mind | body | spirit connection. We are involved in extensive community service and collaborate with many community partners, conscious businesses and friends to expose as many as possible to the life enhancing effects of Yoga and meditation. Other Services: Goddess and Divine Feminine Empowerment, meditations, conscious music concerts, community events, festivals and conferences. Dynamic Yoga 4 Love Studio provides Far Infrared Hot Yoga, Beginner Yoga 101, Zumba, Pilates, Workshops and Dragonfly Spa. The Studio is located at 558 Bluebird Lane Red Oak, Texas.

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