HEADING OFF HEADACHES

NATURAL STRATEGIES HELP HALT THE PAIN

by Carrie Jackson

Headaches are one of the most common pain conditions in the world. According to the Cleveland Clinic, up to 75 percent of adults have had a headache in the past year. While symptoms vary in scope and intensity, understanding the underlying cause of a headache can lead to better treatment outcomes. Most headaches can be treated holistically, and lifestyle modifications can be key to lasting relief.

There are more than 150 types of headaches, with the most common being tension, migraine and cluster. Migraine attacks, which according to the Migraine Research Foundation affect 12 percent of people in the U.S., are about three times more common in women than in men. Classic symptoms, which can be mild to severe, include throbbing or pounding pain located in the sinuses, forehead, back of the head or one of the temples.

Triggers

Migraine can be triggered by changes in the weather, fatigue, stress, anxiety, insufficient sleep, dehydration and hormonal changes, according to the American Migraine Foundation. Headaches can also be provoked by certain allergens, such as cigarette smoke, exposure to harsh chemicals in cleaning or beauty products, mold, dust, caffeine, alcohol and fermented foods.

According to Alexander Feoktistov, M.D., Ph.D., founder of the Synergy Integrative Headache Center, in Chicago, many headaches are caused by some form of stress. “Both physical and emotional stress can manifest with headaches. These are often triggered by changes in a routine or schedule, which throws the body’s regulatory rhythm off. Skipping meals, varyingyour sleep patterns and exercising inconsistently can all confuse the body and lead to a headache, varying in intensity from dull and distracting to severe and debilitating,” he explains.

The Mind-Body Connection

While not completely understood, mental stress and anxiety can also be a trigger. “The mind-body connection is fierce,” says Christina P. Kantzavelos, a licensed clinical social worker who specializes in chronic illness and pain at Begin Within Today, in San Diego. “It’s important to keep in mind that pain literally originates in the brain. I use a Constructed Awareness approach with clients and bring curiosity to the pain they are experiencing, including headaches. What thoughts and emotions are coming up when they focus on the pain?” she says. “Physical symptoms are often the manifestation or tangible evidence of what is going on in your unconscious mind. Our bodies become stronger or weaker, depending on

our emotional state. Fear, self-criticism and invalidating the self can be the root of a headache.”

Try Acupuncture or Acupressure

Evidence suggests that acupuncture is effective in relieving the pain of headaches by changing the flow of energy, increasing blood circulation, releasing endorphins and relaxing muscles. Acupressure and other techniques can be done anywhere, says chiropractor and acupuncturist Michele Renee, director of integrative care at Northwestern Health Sciences University, in Bloomington, Minnesota. “The best acupressure point for headaches is the soft skin in-between the thumb and pointer finger. Massage it for 20 to 30 seconds at a time to relieve pain or hold it for 10 seconds,” she says. “Migraines are caused by vascular dilation in the head, so I recommend putting your hands and feet in hot water or taking a bath to stimulate blood flow away from the head to the rest of the body.”

Don’t Forget Exercise

Renee also suggests maintaining a regular exercise routine to ward off headaches. “The less active someone is, the tighter their muscles are and the more likely they will experience headaches. Make sure to get out for a walk every day, or try running to keep the body and mind moving. Yoga is another great activity as a mindfulness practice that decreases stress and also keeps the body moving to eliminate tension.”

Supplements Help

Nutritional supplements can also be helpful, Renee says. “Increasing nutrients such as magnesium, coenzyme Q-10 and riboflavin can help minimize pain. Before stocking up on supplements, be sure to consult with a holistic practitioner to make sure you are making the wisest and safest selections for you.Many nutrients can be found in common foods like dark chocolate, leafy greens, seeds and nuts, meat, fatty fish and legumes.”

Good Practices

riencing headaches start with lifestyle modifications and over-the-counter meds such as ibuprofen. “Practice good sleep hygiene, stay hydrated by drinking water and minimizing caffeine, and introduce meditation as a way of focusing on what’s physically and emotionally going on in your body,” he says. “If headaches disrupt your daily routine, are severe or frequent and/or poorly controlled with over-the-counter medications, it’s time to seek help from a headache specialist or other medical professional who can work with you on a path to healing.”

Carrie Jackson is a Chicago-based writer and frequent contributor to Natural Awakenings magazine. Connect at CarrieJacksonWrites.com.

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This school season, families have an opportunity to make Earth-friendly decisions as they prepare their children for a successful educational experience. These tips balance sustainability against kids’ desires for the coolest, newest gadgets and garments.

Reduce, Reuse and Recycle

Before going to the store to buy new school supplies, search the house for items that can be reused or repurposed, such as half-spent notebooks or last year’s pens and pencils. A little elbow grease and TLC can refurbish old lunchboxes and backpacks—also affording an opportunity to teach kids how to repair and extend the life of items.

Buy Secondhand Clothes

Kids that have outgrown last year’s threads and are clamoring for a whole new wardrobe can be cheerfully introduced to the burgeoning used clothing market, which is both ecoresponsible and budget-friendly. Resist the temptation to purchase cheap “fast fashion” that too quickly ends up in landfills and pollutes the environment by using toxic dyes, fossil-fuel-derived textiles and other bad chemicals. Donate old clothes instead of throwing them away.

Buy Eco-Friendly School Supplies

Opt for durable items that are made with recycled or sustainable materials and use minimal packaging. Avoid items made of plastic. Buy used textbooks whenever possible.

Walk or Bike to School

If the family lives reasonably close to school, encourage kids to walk or bike. For young children that require supervision, enlist one or more adults to lead a convoy of walking or biking kids. School buses and carpooling are the next best eco-friendly choices. When transporting kids by car, make sure to turn the engine off while waiting in the pick-up or drop-off line. Engine idling is a significant air polluter.

Pack a Waste-Free, Non-Toxic Lunch

Avoid anything plastic, including single-use water bottles and Ziploc bags. Reusable, stainless steel, food and drink containers, as well as lightweight, reusable bamboo utensils, are ideal. Homemade, whole and bulk foods are healthier and much more Earth-friendly compared to prepackaged snacks that are usually wrapped in plastic and jam-packed with sugar and other unhealthy ingredients.

Model Environmental Stewardship

Show kids that the family embraces an eco-friendly lifestyle. Kids will watch and learn as their parents regularly bring reusable shopping bags to the store, frequent local small businesses, participate in community cleanup efforts and continually search for innovative ways to safeguard the planet.

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Diabetes Support Group – 12-1pm. First Mon. Join this virtual support group once a month to discuss issues you are having living with diabetes – with other people living with diabetes. Utilizing peer group problem-solving (asking questions, listening to responses and having a group discussion) we will come up with personalized solutions for you. Seize the opportunity to meet others living with diabetes and talk about your personal challenges as you would talk to a friend. Register online DiabetesFoundationInc.org.

Healing Meditation, Restorative Yoga and Reiki

– The Healing Center is a favorite space to experience healing through connection, meditation, and movement. They offer guided meditations, yin yoga, mat-based experiences, rhythm-based cycling and expansive workshops to support your healing journey. The Healing Center, 80 River St, Ste 5A, Hoboken. 973-216-2492. TheHealingCenterHoboken.com. Recovery Meetings – RWJBarnabas Health Institute for Prevention and Recovery’s Hope and Healing Program offers emotional support services, education and community-based resources for individuals and families affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Through a variety of virtual services, this program aims to assist those impacted by the pandemic to better adjust to their new reality, mitigate stress, review options, develop coping strategies, and, if needed, find linkages to agencies, programs, and other resources in their community. All Recovery virtual meetings provide social support for those seeking or maintaining recovery, as well as family members, friends and supporters of those who have been influenced by substance use. See website for a list of meetings and registration info. RWJBH.org/ treatment-care/institute-for-prevention-and-recovery/ programs/hope-and-healing/. THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 1

Summer Concert at Canco Park – 5-7pm. Come join for the Concerts in the Park Series at Canco Park! Bring a blanket + a friend. Incredible lineup of well-known established local talent. Sponsored by the Jersey City Public Library, Community Awareness Series in partnership with Canco Park Conservancy. Free. Canco Park, 47 Dey Street, Jersey City. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 2

Storytime at the Museum – Fridays 10:30-11:45am. Hoboken Historical Museum staff and other guest readers share stories, rhymes and sing-alongs with children ages 2 to 5 years and their caregivers. The program is open to all on a first-come, first-served basis; children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. $5 donation appreciated. Hoboken Historical Museum, 1301 Hudson St, Hoboken. 201-656-2240. HobokenMuseum.org. Conscious Life Design & Stress Release Program – 12-1:30pm. 1st Fri throughOct Virtual via Zoom, with Alex Harrison. Are you ready to reduce stress in your life? We all want to feel better and live better. Yet it feels like we continue to face the reality of not feeling well. There are shifts we feel we need to make. In this workshop, you will learn how to effectively manage stress, process trauma, and open yourself to the vitality of an open, fluid breath pattern. EventBrite.com. Artist & Maker Market – Wed & Fri, 3-9pm; Sat, 12-6pm. The Market is an open-air bazaar featuring locally created fine art and premium hand-crafted goods. AMM connects artists and artisans with the Jersey City & metro NYC community. Their mission is to support handmade goods as an alternative to mass-produced items and to cultivate small business and entrepreneurship by providing a thriving place for them to sell. 201-547-3554. JCDowntown.org. Kids Nights – Fridays 7:30-10pm. Drop your children ages 4-10 off and while you have a night on the town the kids will have the best time! With a different theme each time your children will enjoy an art project, dance class, and a movie on the big screen which is the size of the wall! Kids are served pizza, juice and mini cupcakes. You must RSVP via email to Dance@gardenstreetmusic.comto reserve your space. This is a small group and space is limited.$40. Garden Street School of the Performing Arts, 1018 Washington St, 2nd Fl, Hoboken. 201-683-9100. GardenStreetMusic.com.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 3

Sensual Bachata (Hoboken) Class + Social – Sats through Oct 01, 7pm. Learn the fundamentals of sensual bachata, and some advance moves as well. A movement of positive dancers with love for bachata! 7pm Open Level Bachata class; 8pm Mini practica / dance with salsa and bachata. $25 per class, includes social practice! Bachata Embassy. 300 Observer Highway, Hoboken. DM for parking 917-995-5773. BachataEmbassy.com. SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 4

Nature Walk:Mill Creek Marsh, Secaucus – 10am12pm. Join the Audubon Society at this 208-acre wildlife sanctuary, an incredible bird habitat including everything from egrets to osprey. Call for meetup info. Free, registration required. Park behind Bob’s furniture store. DeKorte Park, Lyndhurst. Don Torino: 201-2304983. GreatAuk4@gmail.com. NJSEA.com. Upper Gallery Photography Exhibition - Carol Halebian: When We Were Young – 1pm. Presenting photography by Carol Halebian in the Museum’s new Upper Gallery; When We Were Young. We’re showing select images form the Kodachrome film she shot of Hoboken Street life between the late 70s and early 80s. Hoboken Historical Museum, 1301 Hudson St, Hoboken. 201-656-2240. HobokenMuseum.org. TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6

Museum Kids Art Class – Through Sept. 10am-1pm. Museum Kids Art Classes take place two days a week – Tues, Thurs – for fun art making in the Museum walkway. Recommended for ages 2-5. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Art materials are provided; adults must wear masks and maintain social distance. Seating available first-come, first-served. Hoboken Historical Museum, 1301 Hudson St, Hoboken. 201656-2240. HobokenMuseum.org. All Recovery Wellness – Tues. 10am. All Recovery virtual meetings provide social support for those seeking or maintaining recovery, as well as family members, friends and supporters of those who have been influenced by substance use. RWJBarnabas Health Institute for Prevention and Recovery’s Hope and Healing Program Daily All Recovery Meetings offers emotional support services, education and communitybased resources for individuals and families affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Through a variety of virtual services, this program aims to assist those impacted by the pandemic to better adjust to their new reality, mitigate stress, review options, develop coping strategies, and, if needed, find linkages to agencies, programs, and other resources in their community. RWJBH.org. Zoom Meeting ID: 921 8005 4325 Passcode: healing. 929-205-6099.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 7

City Green Veggie Mobile – 2:30-4:30pm. The City Green Veggie Mobile will be visiting the Allwood Branch Library to sell fresh produce grown at City Green Farms, as well as fruit, honey, eggs, and other items purchased from responsible local and regional farms. The Veggie Mobile program aims to increase healthy food access and affordability for New Jersey residents and accepts payments in the following forms: cash, credit, SNAP, WIC FMNP, Senior FMNP, WIC CVV, Good Food Bucks and Veggie Mobile Coupons. Please remember to bring a reusable bag for your purchases. Allwood Branch Clifton Library. 44 Lyall Rd, Clifton. 973-471-0555. Crossword Club – 5-6pm. Join on Zoom to do a crossword puzzle every Monday! Test your puzzle skills! Geared for children in grades 4 to 12. NBPL. org/Event/Crossword-Club. Meditation & Reiki – 8:30-9pm. with Christopher Anthony. No experience necessary, be guided through a mediation that promotes peace and spirituality. Also included some introductory reiki concepts that allow us to feel more energized, heal afflictions and manifest success. The idea is that everyone will get something different out of it and meditations are designed to be very simple, peaceful, and inspiring. Yoga mats or towels are recommended for your comfort. Free. Columbus Park in Hoboken, at the corner of 10th and Grand.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 8

Jersey City Farmers Market – Mon & Thur. through Dec. 4-8pm. The Historic Downtown Jersey City farmers’ market features various NJ vendors and local Jersey City vendors. Operating for over a decade, the Historic Downtown Jersey City Farmers Market, conveniently located by the PATH Train station and Grove Street bus stop in the heart of the historic downtown, it’s the place to get your groceries and treats! Come out and support NJ farms and businesses and get your fresh produce, pies, cookies, flowers and more. 201547-3554. JCDowntown.org. Hoboken Talks! – Sept 8, 15, 22, 29. 7-8pm. The Hoboken Museum offers a live-streamed podcast - Hoboken Talks! - streamed on YouTube, as well as on Facebook and Twitter. Viewers can submit questions using the chat feature. YouTube.com/User/HobokenMuseum. See the website for other social media links to bookmark your preferred channel. Hoboken Historical Museum, 1301 Hudson St, Hoboken. 201-656-2240. HobokenMuseum.org. SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 10

Vintage Market –11am-5pm. 2nd Sat. Located in the Bergen-Lafayette section of Jersey City, this market boasts shopping featuring fine craft, antique and vintage items, live music, curated art shows, outdoor street art and rotating food trucks. Through a vast network of dealers, vendors, collectors, crafters and

artisans the adventure will be like nothing you have experienced anywhere else in the city. Conveniently located a short walk from the Liberty State Park stop on the Hudson-Bergen Light Rail,149 Pacific Avenue, Jersey City. PacificFlea.com. SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 11

Artisan Market 2022 –11-4pm. 2nd Sun. Shop small and local at Main Street Pops outdoor market with artisanal foods, jewelry. home goods, fashion & accessories, beauty, fine art, photography, kid’s stuff, pet products and more! A variety of other attractions like live music, arts and crafts projects and special themed holiday activities. Under 14th Street Viaduct, 1401 Adams St, Hoboken.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 12

Freedom, by Jonathan Franzen: A Book Club

Discussion – 6:30-8pm. In his first novel since The Corrections, Jonathan Franzen has given us an epic of contemporary love and marriage. Freedom comically and tragically captures the temptations and burdens of liberty: the thrills of teenage lust, the shaken compromises of middle age, the wages of suburban sprawl, the heavy weight of empire. In charting the mistakes and joys of Freedom’s characters as they struggle to learn how to live in an ever more confusing world, Franzen has produced an indelible and deeply moving portrait of our time. In-person meetup; current location only tentative. Meetup is second Monday to avoid Labor Day Holiday You must RSVP to get on the list to be admitted. Max 12. When you arrive, go to the Liberty Towers desk to find out where to go. Free. Liberty Towers, 33 Hudson St, Jersey City. Meetup. com/JC-BookClub/.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 13

Beginning Yoga – Tue through Sept. 6:30-7:30pm. This class is suitable for those who are beginners - with little or no experience, or for those simply looking for a gentle yoga class. The class consists of yoga postures (asanas) breathing exercises (pranayama), and meditation. Instructor Komal Majmundar. $20. Roots Yoga, 2983 John F. Kennedy, Jersey City. RootsYoga StudioJC.com.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 14

Joy Of Breathing/Pranayama – Weds, 1:30pm. Experience the powerful benefits of transformational breathwork. The breathing technique works to quickly and effectively allow you to access a deeper, more conscious connection with the body, mind, heart and spirit. Learn how to breath naturally and fully with this simple and effective method. Free. EventBrite.com/O/ Soul-Dimension-30784000070. Zumba – 6:30pm. 2nd & 4th Wed. Have fun and get fit with Zumba. It is now being held virtually on zoom! By participating in the North Bergen Library’s online Zumba classes participants accept sole responsibility for any injury or other damages incurred, directly or indirectly, as a result of such participation, and waive any and all claims or causes of action against the Library related to any such injury or other damages. US02Web.Zoom.Us/Meeting/Register/TZAufuCgqT4sE9XBBEh9k60CzKw2W8x8S3YK. Watercolors on the Waterfront – Sep 14 & 28. 6:30-7:30pm. Watercolors on the Waterfront hosted by Hunter’s Point Parks Conservancy in partnership with art instructor Donna Levinstone. Free. Hunter’s Point South Park, Queens, NY. https://www. eventbrite.com/e/watercolors-on-the-waterfronttickets-377146173357 Evening Nature Walk – 6-8pm. See DeKorte Park at twilight with members of the Audubon Society on this special evening nature walk. Bring your cameras for fantastic sunset and dusk photos. Free, registration required. DeKorte Park, Lyndhurst. Contact: Don at GreatAuk4@gmail.com. 201-230-4983. NJSEA.com. Beginning Yoga – Thur through Sept. 6:30-7:30pm. This class is suitable for those who are beginners - with little or no experience, or for those simply looking for a gentle yoga class. The class consists of yoga postures (asanas) breathing exercises (pranayama), and meditation. Instructor Komal Majmundar. $20. Roots Yoga, 2983 John F. Kennedy, Jersey City. RootsYoga StudioJC.com. HOHA Run – Thursdays, 7:40pm. The Hoboken Harriers Running Club, a diverse group of runners/joggers, welcomes runners of all abilities for a 5.2-mile run. 6th Street & Washington, Hoboken. Libations: Moran’s Pub. Info: HOHA.net.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 17

Wake-n-Rake: Volunteer Yard Work – Sats, 9am12pm.Looking for Garden Thyme? Join for a variety of landscaping tasks. From light raking to weed whacking and chopping wood, we have whatever level of support you can give our all-volunteer mission. Attendees should wear covered shoes or boots, pants and long sleeves for protection. Please contact Anthony Susco at 973-219-9696 with any questions. Larger volunteer groups from community organizations, schools and businesses are welcome to help. The Historic Jersey City/Harsimus Cemetery, 435 Newark Ave, Jersey City. 973-219-9696. Cooking and Singing with Gabrielle – Sats through Sept. 1pm. Learn some colorful home cooking. Get ready for an entertaining experience with One Great Vegan, aka the singing chef, Gabrielle Reyes in a livestreaming musical cooking class where you’ll learn to make colorful and flavorful treats you can create easily in your own kitchen. Be sure to log in and learn live how to cook quick, vegan recipes full of flavor and fun. Free virtual event. OneGreatVegan.com/Great-Events. Neighborhood Potluck – 6-8pm. Join your neighbors from around the Hoboken community for a potluck dinner at Hoboken Housing. The idea is to build relationships, strengthen community, and tear down the walls that needlessly divide.Free, bring a dish. Christopher Columbus Gardens, 455 9th St, the entrance is in the rear of the 9th St Building, Hoboken. Rev Matt Lytikainen, 201-754-5271. MileSquare.Church. SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 25

Nature Walk – 10am-12pm. The Bergen County Audubon Society leads a nature walk in which they’ll be searching for Flycatchers, Warblers and other birds of interest. Park in the lot adjacent to the soccer field. Free, registration required. DeKorte Park, Lyndhurst. Contact:Don Torino at GreatAuk4@gmail.com. 201230-4983. NJSEA.com. Urban Popup Market – 1-6pm. Sundays at Hoboken Museum is an outdoor market event that runs through August in the Museum Walkway during the museum’s hours of operation. This event features vendors offering artwork, jewelry, fashion, home and apothecary goods, and more. Stop by to shop one-of-a-kind, handmade items from local artisans. Free. Hoboken Historical Museum, 1301 Hudson St, Hoboken. 201-656-2240. HobokenMuseum.org. Pier A Pilates – Sun throughSep. 2pm-3pm. This free, donation-based class with celebrity trainer Kennyth Montes de Oca is open to all and teaches advanced somatic practices, including Pilates, yoga, barre, and more. It’s an hour-long class taught as a group, and there will be upbeat exercise music. Anyone interested in attending should bring (1) a mat or towel, (2) water, and (3) a great attitude! You may also want to bring sunglasses and sunscreen to protect yourself from the sun. Pier A Park, 100 Sinatra Dr, Hoboken. EventBrite.com. T UESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27

Acting: Adult Theater Class Sessions – Tue Sept 27-Nov 15. 7:30-9:30pm. An introduction to acting for the beginning adult actor. This class is an introduction to the foundation of the craft. Students will work with ensemble building games, script analysis, and scene study. WithEllen Lancaster. $420; payment plans available. Mile Square Theatre, 1400 Clinton St, Hoboken. 201-683-7014. MileSquareTheatre.org. WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28

Nature Walk – 10am-12pm. Check out one of the last low-lying forested areas in the Meadowlands with the Bergen County Audubon Society. Free, registration required. Losen Slote Creek Park, Little Ferry. Contact:Don Torino at GreatAuk4@gmail.com. 201230-4983. NJSEA.com. Hoboken Green Team: Sustainable Jersey – 6:307:30pm. The Hoboken Green Team is comprised of community members and City staff who work to advance environmentally sustainable goals and initiatives. Hoboken Green Team meets virtually. Zoom: Meeting ID: 813 0621 5200 One tap mobile +19292056099,81306215200# US

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 29

Improv: Adult Theater Class Sessions – Thu Sept 29-Nov 17. 7-8pm.An introduction to the fundamentals of improvisation through short form games and exercises adapted for online format. Learn how to improvise game-based comedic scenes. With Howie Schall. $315; payment plans available. Mile Square Theatre, 1400 Clinton St, Hoboken. 201-683-7014. MileSquareTheatre.org.

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Funky cafe dedicated to quality foods using locally grown, natural and organic produce. Menu selections include delicious salads, sandwiches, soups, pastries, and artisan coffees & teas.

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Plant Base, is a nonprofit, vegan, zero waste community café. They recently introduced Plant Space, their new community project where the goal is to offer an affordable vegan food supply to residents as well as educate them about the benefits of being plant-based. The market is now completely donation-based in order to give everyone access to fresh and healthy food. Plant Base is also a strong community hub, known as “the living room for the hood”, where neighbors come together to share knowledge and ideas. ANCHOR THERAPY

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Family wellness practice, specializing in pediatrics and maternity, that strongly believe in the body’s innate intelligence and ability to heal itself when blockages to the healing process are removed. Utilizing chiropractic, soft tissue techniques, allergy elimination, nutrition/ supplements, and massage, health is restored and maintained for optimal wellness.

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Mindful Play Yoga brings out the kid in all of us by working with children, adults & caregivers through mindfulness, play & yoga to see the best in everyone. MPY is committed to inspiring children ages 3 -15 & families to be curious life-long learners.

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Family Medicine 108 Washington St, Hoboken, NJ 201-656-5688 • Linktr.ee/Dr_Olevia

Dr. Olevia Metry is a Board Certified Family Medicine Physician who grew up in Florida and has made Hoboken home for 3 years. She’s passionate about preventative medicine, lifestyle medicine, women’s health and diabetes.

RISE COACHING

Kelly Bonell West New York Kelly@YouWillRise.co • YouWillRise.co Serving ambitious professionals who strivie to live their best life, but sometimes get weighed down with stress, anxiety, uncertainty, and that ‘stuck’ feeling. RISE helps clients to close the gap between stagnation and success by expanding what their mind sees as possible, helping them release limiting beliefs, and accelerating their growth. Kelly Bonell is a trained life coach who provides her clients a non-judgmental, inclusive, and trauma informed space to empower them to rise to new heights. Virtual sessions available. Salvation Wellness is a multiservice wellness center that offers services such as massage, meditation, yoga classes and sauna sessions. It also sells a variety of personal care products, including CBD bath and body items. Co-founders Celia and Andres Pender have lived in Jersey City for more than a decade. They both have been dedicated to holistic health studies and deductive, science-based, natural healing for more than two decades.

THE GREEN ROOM

109 14th St, Hoboken, NJ 64 Newark Street, Hoboken, NJ 512 Jersey Ave, Jersey City, NJ TheGreenRoomNJ.com

Newly added Jersey City location. Hoboken and Montclair’s first CBD shops that provide both in-person and online shopping. Owner Darek Michael offers education and high-quality products. The Green Room is open Sunday through Thursday 11am-8pm and Fri and Sat 11am-10pm in Jersey City and Monclair.

VICTORIA REED MASSAGE THERAPY

Victoria Radzinski, LMT, CPT 80 River St., 3E-2, Hoboken 201-551-7154 • VictoriaReed.Info@gmail.com ReedWellness.com As a licensed Massage Therapist, Certified Personal Trainer and Yoga instructor, Victoria’s healing and relaxing services reverse the effects of daily stress by repairing damaged muscle tissue to eliminate aches and pains throughout the body. Improve circulation, detoxify your body, and increase mental alertness as you decompress with her carefully designed massages. Victoria’s drive behind her work stems from her observations on today’s lifestyle/living.

OUTDOORS

MR NATURAL NYC

Roger Dubin 917-699-6492 • Instagram @MrNaturalNYC MrNaturalNYC@gmail.com My mission is to connect people with the beauty and health benefits of hiking and nature. I share this in my Instagram and practice it by supervising over 60 miles of trails in Harriman State Park and being a hike leader and naturist for the Nature Place Day Camp. I am also the Marketing Director for Natural Awakenings where I help people and businesses further healthy living on a healthy planet. Email me for hiking tips and route suggestions. Find Hikes: NYNJTC.org. Expose your kids to Nature: TheNaturePlace.com. Florentina Galla, Rdh.MS GallaWellness.com

Florentina has been using holistic care and reiki healing for decades and now is providing that for pets. She provides pet healing and holistic pet nutrition. She’s using gentle touching if an area is in pain after trauma and to reduce the healing time; she offers customized nutrition and supplement needs to manage stress and weight gain based on the pets need. She is a regular volunteer at North Star Animal Rescue and is the author of Confessions of a Holistic Hygienist in a New Era of Wellness.

HOLISTIC PET CARE

125 Paterson Avenue, Little Falls, NJ 973-256-3899 • HolisticPetCareNJ.com

Holistic Pet Care of Little Falls provides guidance on optimum diet and environment, and how to minimizing negative elements/toxins to keep your pet healthier and living longer. Holistic and complementary modalities include acupuncture, chiropractic adjustments, homeopathy, bach flow remedies, herbal therapies (western, chinese & ayurvedic), nutritional therapy, ozone therapy, cold laser therapy, and reiki for addressing problems and for preventive care.

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Nature’s Virus Killer

Copper can stop a virus before it starts

By Doug Cornell

Scientists have discovered a natural way to kill germs fast.

Now thousands of people are using it against viruses and bacteria that cause illness.

Colds and many other illnesses start when viruses get in your nose and multiply. If you don’t stop them early, they spread and cause misery.

Hundreds of studies confirm copper kills viruses and bacteria almost instantly just by touch.

That’s why ancient Greeks and Egyptians used copper to purify water and heal wounds. They didn’t know about viruses and bacteria, but now we do.

“The antimicrobial activity of copper is well established.” National Institutes of Health.

Scientists say copper’s high conductance disrupts the electrical balance in a microbe cell and destroys it in seconds.

The EPA recommended hospitals use copper for touch surfaces like faucets and doorknobs. This cut the spread of MRSA and other illnesses by over half, and saved lives.

The strong scientific evidence gave inventor Doug Cornell an idea. He made a smooth copper probe

with a tip to fit in the bottom of the nostril, where viruses collect. When he felt a tickle in his nose like a cold about to start, he rubbed the copper gently in his nose for 60 seconds. “It worked!” he exclaimed. “The cold never happened. I used to get 2-3 bad colds every New research: Copper kills viruses in seconds. year. Now I use my device whenever I feel a sign I am about to get sick.” He hasn’t had a cold in 10 years. Users say:

“It works! I love it!” “I can’t believe how good my nose feels.” “Is it supposed to work that fast?” “One of the best presents ever.” “Sixteen flights, not a sniffle!” “Cold sores gone!” “It saved me last holidays. The kids all got sick, but not me.” “I am shocked! My sinus cleared, no more headache, no more congestion.” “Best sleep I’ve had in years!”

After his first success with it, he asked relatives and friends to try it. They all said it worked, so he patented CopperZap® and put it on the market.

Soon hundreds of people had tried it. 99% said copper worked if they used it right away at the first sign of germs, like a tickle in the nose or a scratchy throat.

Longtime users say they haven’t been sick in years. They have less stress, less medical costs, and more time to enjoy life.

Customers report using copper against:

Colds Flu Virus variants Sinus trouble Cold sores Fever blisters Canker sores Strep throat Night stuffiness Morning congestion Nasal drip Infected sores Infected wounds Styes Ringworm Other microbial threats

The handle is curved and textured to increase contact. Copper can kill germs picked up on fingers and hands after you touch things other people have touched.

The EPA says copper works just as well when tarnished.

Dr. Bill Keevil led one of the science teams. He placed millions of viruses on a copper surface. “They started to die literally as soon as they touched it.”

CopperZap® is made in the USA of pure copper. It has a 90-day full money back guarantee. Price $79.95. Get $10 off each CopperZap with code NATA30.

Go to www.CopperZap.com or call toll-free 1-888-411-6114. Buy once, use forever.

Statements are not intended as product health claims and have not been evaluated by the FDA. Not claimed to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.