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For October…

SOUTH JERSEY EDITION Publisher Michelle Vacanti Editors Sara Gurgen

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We offer some fantastic and inspiring articles this month to lift the spirits as we inch back to “normal” and welcome the fall: n Marlaina Donato’s article helps us calm down. n A local South Jersey resident shares her personal account of triumph over cancer.

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n The seemingly supernatural effects of tai chi and qigong. n Natural methods to strengthen and relieve hip and knee pain.

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n Understanding and treating low testosterone. n Ways to keep our pets free of cancer.

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And as always, so much more…

Some may think we will never be back to the same normal that most of us were accustomed to, and that may be true. But what if we emerge from the present chaos better than ever… more kind, more empathetic, more understanding of others, more connected to one another and more enlightened as a collective? Remember, it is always a choice, and it is always darkest before the dawn…

OCTOBER IS National Chiropractic Health Month The American Chiropractic Association (ACA) has designated October as National Chiropractic Health Month to raise public awareness of the importance of musculoskeletal health and the benefits of chiropractic care and its natural, whole-person, patient-centered and drug-free approach to health and wellness.

This year’s theme is Active and Adaptive, focusing on helping people adapt to the new normal of the COVID-19 pandemic. The ACA states, “Many people are moving less, and some are experiencing pain as a result.” This year’s focus encourages people to adjust to the challenges of staying fit and pain-free with a smaller lifestyle footprint by becoming more mindful of movement and posture, and by highlighting tips and strategies to help them adapt in healthy ways.

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CONTENTS Natural Awakenings | South Jersey | October 2020 Issue

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Taming the Flames of Stress-Related Illness

Life Force in Motion

Five Ways to Help Keep Them Healthy

CALM DOWN

TAI CHI AND QIGONG

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STRONG AND SUPPLE JOINTS

ROSATI’S PINK HIGHLIGHTS

Are Reminders of Her Triumph Over Two Types of Cancer

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A BETTER BREAKFAST

How to Keep Hips and Knees Happy

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CANCER-FREE PETS

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STRESSED-OUT TEENS Ways to Help Them Chill

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CORONAVIRUS AS A CALLING

Healthy Tips and Recipes to Start the Day

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Angelic Health Now Offering Mental Telehealth Counseling

Why We Give Virtual Webinar

Angelic Health is now offering confidential and professional telehealth counseling for those struggling with anxiety, depression, adjustment disorder and other mental health issues related to changing medical needs. Counseling is provided by licensed mental health counselors that have experience with patients managing life-altering diagnoses and those troubled with grief and loss. Many different insurance plans are accepted.

Those that can benefit from this service include patients with a chronic condition; patients undergoing treatment for a serious illness such as cancer, cardiac conditions and other life-altering diagnoses; caregivers having difficulty coping with the illness of a loved one; caregivers exacerbated by having to care for a loved one; and caregivers that cannot get treatment because of their commitment to caring for their loved one.

The virtual webinar Why We Give: A Celebration of SJ Women Who Give will be held from 10 a.m. until noon on October 23. Why We Give is a gathering of South Jersey women’s organizations that have philanthropy and volunteerism at the heart of their mission. This is a partnership of diverse local groups that include Impact100 South Jersey, Moms Demand Action, the Jewish Community Foundation, the India Temple Association, Continental Societies SJ Chapter, Jewish Family & Children’s Services and Community Foundation of South Jersey.

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Wilderness ‘Hacks’ Workshop at Old Pine Farm Natural Lands Trust Join Freddie Patane at Old Pine Farm Natural Lands Trust at 2 p.m. on October 18 for fun tips and demonstrations on how to make time outdoors safer and more enjoyable—part of their Walk in the Wild series.

A wide range of topics will be covered including camping essentials, land navigation, budgeting for gear and emergency preparedness. The workshop is designed for beginners and will be held outside.

Participants will even have an opportunity to make some tasty treats around the campfire.

Patane has led workshops on subjects such as making rope from natural material, bow and arrow safety and bushcraft. He is a lifelong resident of South Jersey and works in media production. His enthusiasm for wilderness skills and primitive crafts has led him to train with world-class primitive archers, survival instructors and some of the United States’ top blacksmiths. He’s happiest when capturing photos with his vintage film cameras, working on backyard projects and celebrating his artistic mishaps with like-minded souls.

Participants are asked to wear a face cover, practice social distancing and meet at the Willoughby House at the end of Pine Avenue, off Good Intent Road, in Blackwood Terrace. Carpooling is recommended.

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Keynoter Dr. Debra Mesch, of the Lilly Family School of Philanthropy and Women’s Philanthropy Institute at Indiana University, will talk about the powerful impact of women’s movements and ways women and men’s giving differ. Two panels, Why We Give and How We Give, will showcase a diverse mix of local women’s giving initiatives, sororities, social giving groups and foundations.

“One way to bridge the diversity and inclusion gap is to understand the various ways communities of women are already working to strengthen South Jersey,” says Kyle Ruffin, chair of the event. “Unfortunately, these communities work in silos and don’t know the others exist. Why We Give is designed to introduce the groups and open doors to the kind of collaboration that yields greater impact.”

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Reclaim Strength and Spirit After Breast Cancer

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Breast cancer treatment may take a toll on the body, but the strength and fortitude of someone who has overcome cancer should never be underestimated. Virtua Health’s specially trained team of physical and occupational therapists can help people rebuild their muscles after cancer treatment, and more importantly, help to strengthen their spirit.

Breast cancer surgery affects the breast tissue as well as the muscles of the chest wall and shoulder. This can lead to upper back and shoulder pain, decreased range of motion and strength, swelling in the arms or legs (lymphedema) and fatigue.

Virtua Health’s specialists work with people to relieve the side effects of their treatment through exercise, massage, compression—and compassion.

“Before we begin our exercise and therapy program, we start with a thorough interview. We want you to take us through everything that’s happened since your diagnosis and treatment.

This helps us understand your experience and your state of mind,” says Virtua certified lymphedema specialist Lynn C. Davis, PT-CLT/LANA.

“Most importantly, we assess your activity level to find out if you’re where you want to be and build a program to help you rebuild your strength—and reach your goals,” adds Davis. “After completing your goals, you are encouraged to join our Strength After Breast Cancer Program to continue your care.”

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Eat Fruit, Veggies and Whole Grains to Lower Diabetes Risk The risk of diabetes can be slashed by loading a plate with fruit, veggies and whole grains, suggests two new studies in The British Medical Journal. European researchers measured fruit and vegetable consumption by testing the blood levels of vitamin C and carotenoids, the pigments found in colorful produce, in 9,754 people with Type 2 diabetes and 13,662 people free of the condition. They found that each average daily intake of 66 grams of fruit and vegetables (about one-third of a cup) reduced diabetes risk by 25 percent. The top fifth of fruit-and-veggie eaters had half the risk of diabetes compared to those that rarely ate produce. In a second study, American researchers using population research with more than 200,000 participants found those that ate the most whole grains had a 29 percent lower rate of Type 2 diabetes compared to those that ate the least amount. Eating one or more servings per day of whole-grain, cold breakfast cereal lowered the risk by 19 percent; dark bread lowered it 21 percent. Eating two or more servings per week of oatmeal lowered risk 21 percent; bran, 15 percent; and brown rice and wheat germ, 12 percent.

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The body’s joints have a basic design position and function.

When the body loses this, for whatever reason, it can affect joint health. However, according to postural alignment specialist Deb Freeman, of Aligned by Design, Inc., there is good news. “You can begin to restore joint health through a simple body position,” she says.

“Lay on your back with your feet up on a chair, or similar item, with a 90-degree angle at the knees (18 inches in height for the average person),” explains Freeman. “Your arms should rest about 45 degrees from your hips, with your palms up. A small pillow or folded towel can be placed under your head, if needed for comfort.”

This is one of the foundational positions used in Pete Egoscue’s method of posture therapy, says Freeman. It makes use of the floor, the chair and gravity to improve shoulder, hip, knee and ankle positioning. Improved positioning leads to improved function and health.

“While breathing gently in and out of your upper abdomen, relax in the position for five to 15 minutes,” adds Freeman. “In addition to improving joint health, this position can also improve balance and mitigate pains throughout the body. Almost anyone can do it and it is a well-loved position because of its many benefits. Come out of the position if for any reason you think you should. It should not be painful.”

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Tasty and loaded with vitamins and minerals, avocados are a “healthy fat” that can speed recovery after exercise, reports a new Brazilian study. Researchers gave 12 women either 600 milliliters (mL) of avocado pulp or a placebo in capsules.

After waiting an hour, the women ran on a treadmill for half an hour, then recovered for an hour. Metabolic tests of heart rate, heart rate variability and skin conductance indicated those taking the avocado pulp recovered faster than those given a placebo. In another new study, 12 Spanish men were able to do more back squats in weight-lift training an hour after drinking 12 mL of beet root juice compared with a placebo, suggesting the nitrate-rich drink improves muscular endurance.

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A partnership formed in 2017 between the United Nations International Telecommunication Union, the International Solid Waste Association and other groups to track the accumulation of electronic debris has reported via the publication Global E-Waste Monitor 2020 that a record 53.6 million metric tons of electronics were discarded in 2019 and could likely increase to 74.7 million tons per year by 2030.

E-waste includes battery-powered and plug-in laptop computers, smartphones and televisions. Not only are people using more consumer electronics, they are not doing a good job of recycling them safely. The report found that of the e-waste generated in 2019, only 9.3 million tons, or 17.4 percent, were recycled.

Cadmium and mercury are conspicuous sources of pollution from these devices, as are refrigerant chemicals like chlorofluorocarbons and hydrochlorofluorocarbons that can leach into the environment. Plastic waste is another concern. The report states that e-waste contains so many valuable recoverable metals such as iron, copper and gold that it represents a prime opportunity to reclaim these raw materials instead of mining them anew.

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Falling Fertility Rate Threatens World Stability As reported in The Lancet, researchers at the University of Washington Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation showed the global total fertility rate (TFR) nearly halved from 1950 levels, when women had an average of 4.7 children each, to 2.4 in 2017. The study indicates it could fall below 1.7 by the turn of the century. As a result, global population may peak at 9.7 billion around 2064 before falling to 8.8 billion by 2100. Some nations will also age dramatically, with as many people becoming senior citizens as those being born. If the fertility rate falls below a ratio of about two to one, then the size of the population starts to fall. Funded by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, the report states, “Our findings suggest that continued trends in female educational attainment and access to contraception will hasten declines in fertility and slow population growth. A sustained TFR lower than the replacement level in many countries, including China and India, would have economic, social, environmental and geopolitical consequences. Policy options to adapt to continued low fertility while sustaining and enhancing female reproductive health will be crucial in the years to come.”

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Thermal Paper Linked to Higher BPA Levels

Despite health risks, BPA-laden thermal receipts continue to be used widely in the retail industry, exposing us to cumulative levels of the dangerous chemical. Studies have measured it in human blood, urine and breast milk.

Workers that handle hundreds of receipts every day have 30 percent more BPA in their bodies than the average U.S. adult, according to data collected by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Thermal paper contains a powdery layer of BPA and a special dye to create visible impressions when pressure and/or heat is applied. When thermal paper is scratched with a fingernail or coin, a dark line appears. To reduce exposure, follow these precautions: n Do not allow children to handle receipts. n When the option is available, choose email or electronic receipts.

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There’s an emerging trend in physical retail stores—the use of email or electronic receipts. One of the principal reasons for this change is that most credit card and U.S. store receipts use thermal paper, which contains bisphenol A (BPA) in a free, unpolymerized form that can be readily rubbed off and ingested orally or absorbed through the skin.

BPA Health Risks

According to the Environmental Working Group, more than 30 years of studies have linked BPA exposure to brain, behavioral, learning and memory impairment; cardiovascular abnormalities; diabetes; obesity; breast and prostate cancer; thyroid and sex hormone disruption; early puberty; changes to egg and sperm development and fertility; and genetic alterations that can be passed on to future generations. Of special concern are pregnant women and children, because BPA appears to disrupt hormone functions integral to growth and development.

n Keep saved receipts in an envelope or zipped plastic bag. n Wash hands after handling receipts, especially before preparing or eating food. n Do not recycle receipts or other thermal papers. Throw them in the trash, as they will contaminate recyclables. n Avoid using alcohol-based hand sanitizers before or after handling thermal receipts, because they increase absorption of BPA through the skin. n Cashiers and other workers that handle receipts all day are advised to wear gloves and wash hands thoroughly and frequently.

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Responding to consumer complaints, some manufacturers have replaced BPA with bisphenol S (BPS), expecting it to be more resistant to leaching and therefore less likely to be absorbed by people. However, BPS is detectable in human urine and has similar health risks as BPA.

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TAMING THE FLAMES OF STRESS-RELATED ILLNESS

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We are beings of neurochemical and hormonal intricacy, and within this mixed bag of biology lies our magic. Our human experience is visceral; we cry from sadness and joy, flush from embarrassment, laugh with amusement and exhibit quirky mannerisms when we lie. Whether we see it as a blessing or a curse, we’re hardwired to embody the sacred fire of our emotions.

It also means that stress and our bodies are in perpetual partnership. “Systematically, the mind and body work together.

Grabbing your belly when you hear bad news and saying, ‘I feel sick,’ or having ‘butterflies in your stomach’ are a testament to how everyday stress affects us physically,” says Stephanie Mansour, Chicago fitness expert and host of the national PBS show Step It Up With Steph.

“Stress serves a useful purpose by increasing alertness—the sometimes lifesaving ‘fight-or-flight’ response—but chronic stress leads to elevated stress hormones like cortisol and catecholamines,” says emergency room physician Thomas Krisanda, at Northwest Hospital, in Randallstown, Maryland. “Cortisol can elevate blood glucose and suppress the immune system. Elevated catecholamines raise blood pressure and stress the heart. Over time, this can lead to hypertension, heart disease, kidney disease, diabetes or strokes.”

According to The American Institute of Stress, 77 percent of people experience the physical backlash of emotional stress in the form of headaches, chronic migraines, fatigue, digestive woes, muscle tension, dizziness and changes in libido. Research published this year in the Journal of the American Heart Association shows that children that experience severe adversity or live with alcoholics or drug addicts are at a 50 percent higher risk for developing cardiovascular disease later in life. Experts agree that this statistic goes beyond poor lifestyle choices, and might point to a biological inability to cope with everyday pressures.

Working with—rather than against—the body’s nervous system by employing lifestyle changes, releasing trauma and considering options like a nourishing diet, safe herbal options and gentle energy modalities can help to break a vicious cycle.

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GUT INSTINCTS Studies involving both mice and humans show that beneficial gut microorganisms are altered by emotional stress. The same bacteria responsible for bolstering the body’s fortress of immunity also generate neurotransmitters like serotonin, dopamine and norepinephrine. These neurochemicals in the gut’s enteric nervous

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like IBS and inflammation-driven Crohn’s disease are often exacerbated by emotional upset and improved with stress management techniques like biofeedback, cognitive behavioral therapy, psychoanalysis, hypnotherapy, meditation and breath work.

ONE BODY, MANY SELVES Resolving emotional trauma can offer unexpected hope for conditions that elude improvement or scientific understanding.

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system control major biological functions that include heart rate, sleep cycles, muscle movement and mood.

While commonly prescribed antibiotics eradicate infectious invaders, they also kill off beneficial bacteria and neurotransmitters, opening the door to depressive disorders. Because approximately 95 percent of the body’s serotonin is produced in the gut, it’s not surprising that overuse of antibiotics has been associated with mental health conditions. British research published in the Journal of Clinical Psychiatry in 2015 documents case-control studies over an 18-year period involving 202,974 patients with depression. The findings show a high risk for anxiety and depression following repeated antibiotic use.

Connecting the dots further, 2018 research published in the Journal of Neuroendocrinology correlates compromised intestinal permeability with a weakened blood-brain barrier and alcohol addiction.

Research published in 2014 in the journal PLOS One involving patients with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) reveals abnormalities in catecholamines, elevated plasma cortisol and hyperactivity of the amygdala—the part of the brain that can become stuck on overdrive from trauma and other life stresses.

In a nutshell, negative emotional states can suppress immunity and foster more frequent antibiotic prescriptions and in turn, promote neurological loops of chronic depression and anxiety, and even more compromised immune response.

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matory bowel conditions and pain syndromes, including the multi-system agonies of fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome. It’s a widespread misunderstanding that psychosomatic (mindbody) health conditions are imaginary or the product of mental instability. In actuality, the term psychosomatic simply refers to physical diseases with no organic origin that are presumed to have unconscious emotional taproots.

“We are made up of different types of energy,” explains LaStacia Ross, a reiki master and sound healer at Eclectic Soul Studio, in Pittsburg, Kansas. “Physical or sensory energy is the energy of the physical body.

Our outer energy field is subtle energy which consists of layers and includes thoughts and emotions. I like to think of the subtle energy field as a library containing the records of everything we’ve ever experienced.”

Reiki, a form of non-touch therapy, is now deemed valuable by many respected hospitals, like the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, in Manhattan. Springboarding from the philosophy that we are trinities of body, mind and spirit, reiki and other forms of energy medicine aim to encourage the flow of vital life force. Ross,

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who also uses sound resonance via tuning forks in her work, has witnessed significant improvement in her clients. “Energy work can help release stored energetic patterns of trauma and stress that no longer serve us,” she says. “Relaxation is an immediate benefit of energy work. People often feel a huge mental weight lifted and report pain relief, sometimes after just one session.”

Despite the many gains of energy work, Ross emphasizes individual timing. “On a subconscious level, pain or illness can serve us in some way without us realizing it.

Sometimes we’re not ready to work through our issues or let them go, even if we think we are.”

INVESTING IN EQUILIBRIUM Stress-induced psychosomatic illness does not discriminate, and even affects members of the medical field. A 2009 study published in the Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine found that professional burnout in nurses can manifest as back and neck pain, acidity, anger and impaired memory.

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Everyday Practical Tips From Stephanie Mansour: n Deep breathing and rolling the shoulders forward and back a few times can relieve muscle tension. n Eating something crunchy like an apple or carrots can lessen feelings of stress. n Meditating for even one minute can help reduce excessive cortisol in the body. Doing small increments daily rather than over long intervals net better and bigger benefits. n If your mind is racing 24/7 and breathing techniques don’t work, change your environment. Get up and go to another room in the house. Go outside. If tight on space and can't go outside, turn your body to look in a different direction. Stay in the same spot on the couch and just look at something else. n Don’t put your body under more stress with demanding, cortisol-fuel-ing workouts; opt for yoga, meditation and Pilates. n When you get your heart rate up (in as quickly as five minutes of doing cardio), you feel happier. n Maintain a healthy sleep schedule and go to bed earlier.

From Sarah Kate Benjamin: n Reconnect to the earth in whatever way you can; go for a walk, cook a meal, smell flowers or just sit outside.

From LaStacia Ross: n As an energy exercise, try what I call The Fountain of Light: See and feel white light coming up from the earth and into your feet. Feel it move all the way up through your body, out of your head and back down to your feet to start again, like a fountain. Repeat this many times, feeling the vibrant, white light energy flowing through you.

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Plant Power for Combatting Stress Sarah Kate Benjamin’s Personal Favorites: Passionflower (Passiflora incarnata) soothes restless minds from anxiety and insomnia, and eases menstrual cramps or muscle spasms.

Skullcap (Scutellaria lateriflora) helps to strengthen the brain and revitalize the central nervous system, and helps to calm the mind and relieve nervous stress and headaches.

It is even more beneficial when combined with lavender or chamomile.

Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla) helps to soothe emotional and muscle tension; relieve stress-related gut symptoms like gas, cramping, irritable bowel syndrome and ulcers; calm heat-related emotional and physical issues such as eczema, anger and frustration; and generally promote a sense of calm. Wonderful in baths, teas and as an herbal garnish.

In addition to Benjamin’s recommendations, other stress-fighting herbs to consider are Ginkgo, panax and Siberian ginseng, fo-ti, rhodiola, reishi mushroom, goji berries, licorice root, lavender, rose, lemon balm, tulsi (holy basil), ashwagandha and mimosa bark.

take care of yourself, you are useless to care for others. Adopt a healthy diet and exercise and make it a routine. We live in a very materialistic society, and I believe this also leads to stress, unhappiness and a sense of being entitled and never being satisfied. Just let go.”

He also stresses the importance of support. “An emergency room is an incredibly hectic, frightening and sometimes violent place. I rely on my colleagues, and we support each other. For me, the most important thing is to realize that I’m not in it alone.” Krisanda also finds balance by taking a few minutes in a quiet place to collect his thoughts and enjoy a peaceful moment.

Basic, whole foods can help to maintain homeostasis. “Make sure that food is fueling you,” says Mansour. “Cooked vegetables and broths are very soothing.

Instead of a juice cleanse or an extreme diet, focus on nourishing, calming foods like soups, lean proteins to stabilize blood sugar levels and healthy fats to support brain function. Reducing alcohol can help improve liver function.”

Sarah Kate Benjamin, a holistic chef and herbalist in Sebastopol, California, finds her own healing rhythms by eating

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with the seasons and using medicinal plants in inspired, everyday dishes. Co-author of The Kosmic Kitchen Cookbook: Everyday Herbalism and Recipes for Radical Wellness, she sees herbs as life-giving examples of resilience. “Herbs have been here long before us and have experienced their own form of stressors. Working with nervous system-supportive herbs in my food, beverages or even as tinctures really help me find balance when I’m overwhelmed.”

Some of her allies are oat tops, lemon balm, skullcap, chamomile and passionflower. For Benjamin, everyday choices play a huge role in healing. “Making small lifestyle shifts in your work or home life can really help you move into a more relaxed state.

I like to think of it as a sort of mantra: ‘Help the herbs help you,’” she says. In a world that is fixated on external validation, little things matter. “If I give myself permission to do the things that really nourish me, I’ll be the best version of myself. Perhaps most importantly, I will like me, and that matters tremendously.”

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cologic cancer that can affect older women. Susan was referred to Virtua gynecologic oncologist Randolph Deger, M.D. Dr. Deger diagnosed bi-lateral vulvar cancer, which is cancer on both sides of the vulva.

“As I researched the disease, I jotted a million questions on index cards and brought them to my first appointment with Dr. Deger, and he took the time to answer every single one,” explains Rosati. “They say that knowledge gives you power. In my case, it also gave me the strength and confidence to get through my journey.”

She had surgery in November 2018, and then spent three weeks at a rehabilitation center to increase her mobility before going home in time for Christmas. But, by early January, she was back in the hospital to be treated for a blood clot in her calf, which can be a side effect of such surgery.

However, not much can keep Rosati down. Her first big social event—her daughter’s wedding on January 27, 2019—occurred 17 days after leaving the hospital. “I couldn’t miss that wedding,” she explains. “I arrived in a wheelchair, but I was able to get up and dance while the guests cheered me on. Life goes on, and I don’t want to miss any of it.”

By March 2019, her recovery was well underway. But a mammogram that same month revealed a suspicious area which became the sign that her medical journey would continue. Her mammogram led to a diagnosis of ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS), a non-invasive breast cancer that hasn’t spread beyond the milk ducts. Based on her positive experience with Deger, Rosati decided to continue her care at Virtua with breast surgeon Lori

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Yet, they’re also a reminder of her long journey that began with a rare gynecologic cancer diagnosis followed by a breast cancer diagnosis.

Rosati, of Sicklerville, remembers her first suspicion that “something just wasn’t right.” She had been feeling exceptionally tired for a considerable amount of time and began experiencing an extremely painful burning sensation when urinating. She and a friend planned a weekend trip to Cape May, and she was packed and waiting for her ride when she knew something was wrong. “I just didn’t feel right and wasn’t comfortable going away—even for a weekend,” she recalls.

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After her lumpectomy, Rosati began receiving radiation therapy. On her last appointment on September 23, 2019, she “rang the bell,” a celebratory gesture for all patients that signals the end of treatment. Since then, she’s received genetic counseling. While she has a significant family history of cancer, her genetic tests didn’t reveal a BRCA gene marker. “I wanted to be tested for my daughter,” Rosati says. “She was happy to see my results, but she also knows how important it is for women to know their own bodies and to seek medical advice when something seems wrong.”

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A Better Breakfast Healthy Tips and Recipes to Start the Day

by April Thompson Breakfast sets the stage for the day ahead, and it can either drain or energize us, depending on the what, when and how much aspects of the meal. While health experts agree that many traditional breakfast foods can do more harm than good, delicious, healthy alternatives are within easy reach of the breakfast table.

Morning favorites like pastries, sugary cereals and pancakes, high in refined sugars and carbs, cause insulin production to spike and blood sugar levels to crash, according to David Perlmutter, an acclaimed neurologist based in Naples, Florida, and author of Grain Brain: The Surprising Truth about Wheat, Carbs, and Sugar - Your Brain’s Silent Killers.

“People need to train their bodies to tap into the energy reserves within, harvesting fat for energy rather than being reliant on the next meal. A breakfast high in protein and fat will do that,” he says.

While often waiting until noon for his first meal of the day, Perlmutter frequently opts for eggs and salad drenched in an extra-virgin olive oil dressing to break the fast.

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fast. “Time-restricted eating”, or intermittent fasting, can have surprising health benefits, helping crank up production of the brain-derived neurotrophic factor, a powerful initiator for growth of new brain cells, and kick-start autophagy, the body’s method of cleaning out damaged cells, according to the neurologist.

A plant-based chef based in Bruges, Belgium, Julie Van den Kerchove switched from a raw, vegan diet to a mainly keto diet, low in carbohydrates, to regain energy after “hitting a wall, experiencing hormonal imbalances and nutritional deficiencies.

Before, I would have green smoothies with lots of fruit and leafy greens, but would be ‘hangry’ a few hours later. Now my breakfast consists more of healthy fats and proteins, which helps me stay satisfied and energized until lunchtime. I experience more mental clarity and calmness because my blood sugar is not going up and down,” says Van den Kerchove, a blogger and author of vegan, raw-food and keto cookbooks.

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Healthy First Meals Caramel Apple Cinnamon Crisp Overnight Oats These oats are a great dessert/breakfast mix that’s delicious, but good for you, too.

It’s made clean by cooking the apples using coconut sugar instead of refined white sugar and adding cinnamon and nutmeg for spice. Prep the oats by mixing all the ingredients, then make a date caramel sauce that’s healthier than any caramel sauce you can purchase from the grocery store and so luscious that you’ll fall in love with it.

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2 large Honeycrisp or Pink Lady apples, cored, peeled and diced 2 Tbsp coconut sugar ⅛ tsp cinnamon ⅛ tsp nutmeg

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A typical breakfast for her now is a chia seed pudding with a nut or coconut milk, berries, nuts and seeds with a protein powder and stevia, which is easy to prepare in advance, or a warm porridge with hemp seeds, nut butter, chia seeds and almond, hemp or coconut milk, which is high in fiber and healthy fats. “If I feel like [having] something savory, I’ll have seed crackers topped with avocado and eggs or a Mediterranean omelet,” she adds.

Teresa Fung, a professor of nutrition at Simmons University and adjunct professor at Harvard University, both in Boston, cautions about completely cutting carbs from breakfast, however. “Fruits and vegetables are important healthy sources of carbs, essential to get enough fiber to maintain healthy gut microbiome and feed the good bacteria in your GI tract,” says Fung, who is an associate editor for The Journal of Nutrition. “Optimal morning fuel will include a good dose of protein, vitamins and minerals, fiber, antioxidants and some hearthealthy fats. It will also include a healthy source of carbs that your body can use as energy, leaving proteins to be used for protein synthesis,” says Fung, suggesting a simple, but hearty breakfast of high-fiber oatmeal or yogurt with nuts and fruit.

Like Perlmutter, Fung stresses the importance of eating during daylight hours when certain enzymes are activated. “Our bodies react to daylight even when our eyes are still closed. Eating should match up with our biological clocks, as we are daytime animals, using most of our energy in the day,” she says.

Fung notes Americans that tend to make breakfast the smallest meal of the day and dinner the largest need to better balance meal sizes rather than load up on calories late in the day.

These experts agree on the need to tune into the body’s signals for hunger and satiety, not just eating breakfast on an autopilot schedule. “If I’ve eaten a huge holiday dinner the night before, I may skip my morning meal. I’m a huge proponent in being flexible and listening to your body,” says Van den Kerchove.

For the oats, combine the oats, milk, chia seeds, vanilla and cinnamon in a mixing bowl.

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To make the date caramel sauce, process the dates and sea salt in a food processor until they are finely chopped. Add the water, 1 tablespoon at a time, to the dates until the mixture becomes smooth and resembles caramel. You may need to scrape down the sides of the food processor.

For the Date Caramel Sauce:

Spoon half of the oat mixture into the bottom of an 8-ounce jar with a lid or a sealable container, then top with the date sauce and apples. Repeat in a second jar with the remaining ingredients.

1½ cups rolled oats 1½ cups unsweetened almond milk 2 Tbsp chia seeds 1 tsp vanilla extract ¼ tsp ground cinnamon

10–12 pitted dried dates ⅛ tsp sea salt ½ cup hot water, divided

To make the cinnamon apples, combine the apples, coconut sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg in a saucepan, and cook over medium heat for 6 to 8 minutes until the apples are softened, but not mushy.

Refrigerate the oats overnight or for at least 4 hours. The oats can be enjoyed cold straight from the refrigerator or heated in the microwave for 1 to 2 minutes.

Reprinted from Clean-Eating Breakfasts and Lunches Made Simple, by Lacey Baier.

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TAI CHI AND QIGONG Life Force in Motion

by Marlaina Donato

The flowing movement of tai chi mirrors the serenity of water, but still waters run deep. This ancient practice of gentle meditative movement is an offshoot of Chinese martial arts that offers a spectrum of surprising benefits, including healthier soft tissues and bones, as well as improved sleeping.

According to Harvard Health Publishing, when practiced consistently, tai chi supports both upper and lower body strength with effects that are akin to resistance training and brisk walking.

Tai chi helps to fine-tune neurons of the inner ear and encourages muscle and ligament flexibility, resulting in better balance and fewer falls. The practice is highly adaptable and anyone can benefit, even those that are wheelchair-bound or recovering from surgery.

“It appears effortless, with slow and smooth movements, but there is immense power underneath the tranquility,” says Paul Lam, family physician and director of the Tai Chi for Health Institute, in Sydney, Australia. “Tai chi has been shown by over 500 medical studies to benefit almost all aspects of health, including mobility, immunity and heart and lung function.” Lam also highlights other related benefits, including lower blood pressure, less arthritis pain and stress relief.

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Research published last year in the journal Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine shows that 12 weeks of tai chi practice initiated beneficial changes in the immune system with subsequent improvement of lung function in children ages 6 to 12 with asthma.

A RIVER OF ENERGY While tai chi is a modified martial art with a focus on form, its close relative, qigong, is a mind-body wellness system that uses breath, simple movement and stillness. Both cultivate qi, or life force, that is believed to permeate all natural existence. The concept of qi, yet to be understood scientifically, is the basis of Traditional Chinese Medicine and the focus of many studies in China and elsewhere.

“It is believed that qi flows throughout and around the body. If we are healthy, the qi will be moving smoothly and abundantly. If we are not healthy, the qi may be stagnant, excessive or deficient,” says qigong instructor and acupuncturist Jeffrey Chand, in British Columbia, Canada.

Robert Chuckrow, a retired physics professor in Ossining, New York, and the author of Tai Chi Dynamics and The Tai Chi Book, explains, “When muscles are tensed, qi is inhibited. Instead, when

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muscles are relaxed and the body is open and moves naturally, qi is enhanced. Such cultivation of qi is the main component of qigong. Tai chi actually includes qigong.”

Chuckrow currently has two students that are 100 years old and notes that seniors greatly appreciate and benefit from these arts once they experience the connection between mind and body.

Lee Holden, a qigong master teacher at the Holden QiGong Center, in Santa Cruz, California, emphasizes the consequence of being in perpetual “fight-or-flight” mode from everyday, nonthreatening life stresses. “The waves crashing to the shore, the river flowing down the mountain, demonstrate nature’s boundless energy. We, as human beings, have cut ourselves off from that source of energy. Through qigong practice, we plug back into that natural energy reserve and circulate it through our minds and bodies. Stress, like a kink in the hose, causes a stagnation of qi. Relaxation, like unwinding the kink, gets the qi to flow.”

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NOURISHING THE NERVOUS SYSTEM Tai chi and qigong lower the stress hormone cortisol, improve brain function and have been shown to decrease symptoms of anxiety and depression. Both approaches are part of many addiction recovery programs to help nourish mind-body connections for better managing stress.

“In my view, both qigong and tai chi are wonderful exercises for the nervous system, which during practice, undergoes intense moment-to-moment receiving, processing and sending of neural electrical information.

This electricity stimulates cells to absorb oxygen and nutrients and expel waste products, and it beneficially helps arrange material within cells,” says Chuckrow.

In essence, it’s all about encouraging calm, something we all need. Chand summarizes its benefits superbly. “It empowers individuals to help themselves. The more stress management tools we have to help ourselves, the better our overall health and quality of life is.”

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Strong and Supple Joints HOW TO KEEP HIPS AND KNEES HAPPY

by Ronica O’Hara

Occasional knee or hip pain affects almost everyone, keeping us from daily tasks, making sitting painful and walking difficult.

Causes can range from over-exercise to injuries, obesity and arthritis as we age. By the time we reach 65 years or older, 69 percent of women and 56 percent of men have arthritic symptoms, according to Boston University researchers. Costly joint replacement surgery which carries a high risk of adverse effects is often recommended for advanced cases, but by taking simple, natural preventive and remedial measures proactively, we can strengthen our knee and hip joints, handle related problems if they arise and remain physically strong and active.

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Practice tai chi, qigong or hatha yoga. The gentle, low-impact movements and stretches associated with these approaches get synovial fluid flowing in the larger joints, effecting smoother mobility and increased flexibility; numerous studies document that they reduce joint pain and stiffness. “The key is not just to stretch, but to balance strength and stretching in a safe, mindful way,” says Andrea Trank, a health coach and yoga teacher in Fort Myers, Florida. Although personal or class instruction is best,

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porosis, research shows. Foods that support flexible tendons and ligaments include fatty fish, lentils, nuts, vegetables like spinach and broccoli, and colorful fruit like strawberries and oranges.

Walk every day. In a four-year Northwestern University study, people at risk of knee osteoarthritis that walked at a moderate or brisk pace for at least 10 minutes a day, one hour a week, had one-eighth the disabled mobility of those that walked less. Posture helps: Walking straight and tall while extending each leg back

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as far as it’ll go will “really let your glut muscles work,” advises chiropractor Aaron Rossi, of Marietta, Georgia—an important compensation for the time we sit with knees and hips flexed.

WAYS TO LOWER PAIN LEVELS Consider the right supplements. Obtaining 1,000 milligrams daily of calcium and 600 international units of vitamin D is essential for bone health, according to the National Institutes of Health; consider taking a supplement if the diet is not adequate. In addition, study-proven options that reduce joint pain in the knees and hips include glucosamine and chondroitin, S-adenosyl-L-methionine (SAMe) and avocado soybean unsaponifiable.

The benefits of bodywork. A massage can loosen up tight muscles and realign structural issues in the knees and hips while also lowering stress-producing cortisol and raising levels of pain-reducing serotonin. A study at Canada’s McMaster University found that massage works on the cellular level to reduce inflammation and promote the growth of new mitochondria in muscles. Useful styles are Swedish, deep tissue, myofascial release and shiatsu. Ask for references from friends, medical practitioners, fitness centers and natural health stores or find online a certified practitioner with at least 500 hours of training.

Try acupuncture. A new meta-study of 39 studies with 20,827 patients concluded that acupuncture effectively reduces pain for as long as 12 months, and the National Institutes of Health endorses it for knee pain. “It is believed to stimulate the nervous system and in turn, the way the brain registers pain signals,” says

acupuncturist Daryl Thuroff, at the Yinova Center, in New York City.

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Consult a chiropractor. People with osteoarthritic knees that underwent two weeks of chiropractic knee adjustments had substantially less pain, better mobility and fewer grinding and clicking sensations in the knees, reported a study in The Journal of the Canadian Chiropractic Association. In a small study in the Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics, four out of five patients with hip arthritis noticed improved symptoms after nine or fewer chiropractic treatments. Many chiropractors offer not only spinal adjustments, but also a range of treatments from exercises to prolotherapy.

Explore injection therapies. Known as regenerative medicine, these therapies use injections in the knee or hip to naturally stimulate the body to produce collagen and rejuvenate tissue. In a British Medical Bulletin meta-study, 82 percent of patients with mild to moderate osteoarthritis of the knee were satisfied with prolotherapy, which uses dextrose injections. Platelet-rich plasma injections use centrifuged platelets from the patient’s body, and have been used by athletes like Tiger Woods and Rafael Nadal to treat sports injuries.

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Don’t allow a dog or cat to become overweight. Studies show that restricting the number of calories an animal eats prevents and/or delays the progression of tumor development across species. Fewer calories cause the cells of the body to block tumor growth, whereas too many calories can lead to obesity, which is closely linked to increased cancer risk in humans.

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Cancer cells generally can’t use dietary fats for energy, so high amounts of good-quality fats are nutritionally beneficial for dogs fighting cancer, along with a reduced amount of protein and no carbs­—basically a ketogenic diet.

A healthy diet for a pet is one that’s anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer, and consists of real, preferably raw, whole foods. It should include high-quality protein, including muscle meat, organs and bones. It should also include high amounts of animal fat, high levels of EPA and DHA (omega-3 fatty acids) and a few fresh-cut, low-glycemic veggies. This species-appropriate diet is high in moisture content and contains no grains or starches.

Also make sure the diet is balanced following ancestral diet recommendations, which have much more rigorous standards (higher amounts of minerals and vitamins) than the current dietary recommendations for pets. A few beneficial supplements like probiotics, medicinal mushrooms, digestive enzymes and super green foods can also be very beneficial to enhance immune function.

Reduce or eliminate a pet’s exposure to toxins and minimize chronic stress. These include chemical pesticides like flea and tick preventives, lawn chemicals linked to cancer (weed killers, herbicides, etc.), tobacco smoke, flame retardants, household cleaners and air-scenting products like candles and plug-ins. Because we live in a toxic world and avoiding all chemical exposure is nearly impossible, a periodic detoxification protocol can also benefit a pet.

Research points to the benefits of identifying and removing sources of chronic stress in an animal’s life. Focusing on providing environmental enrichment and opportunities for dogs to just be dogs (play, sniff and run) on a daily basis is important in keeping them happy and healthy.

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by Ronica O’Hara Being a teenager is never easy, but it’s even harder these days, with the upheaval of the pandemic intensifying the normal academic, social and hormonal turmoil of these pivotal years. It’s no wonder teens are reporting record levels of stress, anxiety and depression: In a Pew Research survey, 70 percent of teens said mental health was a major problem among their peers—and that was in February, before the pandemic hit. A recent online poll found that most teens are worried that the pandemic will affect their family’s physical or financial health and that many feel lonelier than usual and worry about losing ground in academics and activities.

Extending a helping hand to teens is not always well received.

They can be notoriously resistant to advice, even when they’re stressed, partly because of their brain chemistry, explains Gail Saltz, M.D., clinical associate professor of psychiatry at the New York Presbyterian/Weill Cornell School of Medicine and host of the Personology podcast. A teen’s highly active amygdala makes risk-taking a thrill even as the frontal lobe that weighs consequences is not fully developed, while at the same time, a teen seeks independence—an identity and freedom to be more like an adult. “This combination means their capacity and interest in taking parental direction is not there,” she says. “As a result, parents in reaction often get louder and more insistent in telling them what to do, which fails and drives them further away.”

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Back up the basics. Make sure there’s healthy food and snacks in the fridge. Encourage teens to exercise daily, especially outdoors, and support them in getting eight to 10 hours of sleep.

Make self-compassion a family habit. The self-compassion approach to self-care, which is rapidly gaining ground among psychologists, has three elements: treating ourselves as kindly as we would a dear friend, realizing that many other people have the same problems so we’re not alone, and mindfully and nonjudgmentally observing our emotional state.

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A good place for parents to start is with themselves: If they are anxious, overprotective or fearful, a teen is likely to follow suit, reports a study in the Journal of Abnormal Child Psychology. Helpful books, websites and programs for both teens and adults can be found at Self-Compassion. org, operated by Dr. Kristin Neff, an associate professor of educational psychology at the University of Texas at Austin who was a pioneer in the concept.

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Encourage reaching out to help others. A study in the Journal of Adolescence suggests that altruistic behaviors, including large and small acts of kindness, may increase teens’ feelings of self-worth, especially if it involves helping strangers. In Poland, the more teens helped out others in a flood, the more supportive and proactive they became, another study found. Depending on their interests, teens may be drawn to local environmental, social justice, religious or political activities.

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Not to diminish the fact that we’re dealing with a serious and worldwide epidemiological threat, the pandemic can be transmuted into golden opportunities, especially if we follow the sometimes blind spiritual instinct that tells us this crisis—indeed each of our individual lives—has purpose and meaning, and that we need to act on this impulse despite the temptation to back down and run for cover. Here are four ways to respond to the call of these turbulent times: Use it as a reset. For months, it has been impossible to conduct busyness-as-usual, and we may be left with unaccustomed time on our hands. But like the asteroid that ushered out the dinosaurs and gave the mammals underfoot a shot at prominence, once the thunder lizards of everyday busyness and distraction are sidelined, parts of us that are normally overshadowed may be given an entrance cue—not just projects we’ve back-burnered in deference to the daily grind, but deeper thoughts and feelings about our priorities, the status quo, work/life (im)balance or our inner life. The better part of valor and wisdom may lie in asking, “What can I learn here?” rather than, “How can I overcome this?”

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With Lou Ann Graves. Through balance and body movement, breathing techniques, meditation and other modalities, class designed to improve flexibility, posture, mobility, strength and balance to help you maintain a fully functional quality of life. Limited to 6 to honor social distancing. $20. The Center, Life in Balance, 45 S Main St, Medford. 609-975-8379.

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Yoga Sutra Exploration – 5-6pm. With Zoe Mai. The Yoga Sutras are a map that leads to “Self-Knowledge” and all that phrase entails. Each sutra, and the infinite variety of combinations of sutras strung together, contain a depth that cannot be fully understood or experienced without engaging the study of Sanskrit and the practice of Sanyama (meditation). Live in Joy Yoga & Wellness, 118 W Merchant St, Audubon. Pre-register: 856-546-1006 or LiveInJoyYoga.com.

Ashtanga Yoga 6-Week Series – Oct 7-Nov 18. 6-8pm. With Zoe Mai. A challenging practice made up of 26 postures linked together through the breath, creating a moving meditation. In this beginners series be introduced to a primary sequence that align and detoxify the body, beginning with Sun Salutations. $108/series. Live in Joy Yoga & Wellness, 118 W Merchant St, Audubon. Pre-register: 856-546-1006 or LiveInJoyYoga.com.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8 Root Out Soil Compaction – 7-8pm. Soil compaction is a major problem impacting your yard and garden. Learn about what causes compaction, how it affects soil health, and how to correct soil compaction in the home landscape. Free. Register & more info: tcsahub.org.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17

Fall Stewardship Day – 8:30-11:30am.

Volunteers are needed to help us combat spotted lantern flies, maintain trails, weed invasive plants and pick up litter.

Masks and temperature checks will be required. Saddler’s Woods, 250 Macarthur Blvd, Haddon Township. Pre-registration required by Oct 10: 856-869-7372 or SaddlersWoods.org.

Holistic Health & Craft Fair – 10am5 pm. W i th He ad- to - T o e W o m e n’ s Expo. Meet 50+ holistic practitioners and crafters. Free admission. Crockett Middle School, 2631 Kuser Rd, Hamilton. More info: 609-752-1048 or Siobhan@NextStepStrategiesLLC.com.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18

Walk in the Wild: Wilderness “Hacks” – 2pm. Freddie Patane will cover a wide range of topics including camping essentials, land navigation, budget gear and emergency preparedness. Designed for beginners and held outside. Make some tasty treats around the campfire. Free.

Old Pine Farm Natural Lands Trust, Willoughby House, 340 Pine Ave, Deptford.

856-340-3208. OldPineFarm.org.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24

Spooky Lantern Tour – Haunted lantern tour, scary stories and music around the campfire, haunted wagon ride and more. Whitesbog Preservation Trust, 120 W Whites Bogs Rd, #34, Browns Mills.

Reservations requested: 609-893-4646.

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Alternative and Complementary Medicine MARK JAMES BARTISS, MD

Institute for Complementary & Alternative Medicine 24 Nautilus Dr, Ste 3, Manahawkin 609-978-9002 504 Hamburg Tpk, Ste 202, Wayne 973-790-6363 639 Stokes Rd, Se 202, Medford 609-654-5900 ICAMBartissMD.com Dr. Bartiss is both conventionally and holistically trained, giving patients the best of both worlds and the freedom to choose.

ICAM’s HEART Program addresses the body’s basic needs in terms of hormone rejuvenation to include adrenal, thyroid, sex and growth hormones as well as the essential neurotransmitters. As an active and founding member of the American Association of Ozonotherapists, Dr. Bartiss is an expert in various forms of bio-oxidative therapies that include ozone, hydrogen peroxide, ultraviolet phototherapy and high-dose vitamin C. These and other powerful therapies are offered by only a few hundred medical practitioners throughout the country. See ad on page 21.

Awareness Coaching MARYANN PINO MILLER, M.Ed.

Certified Heal Your Life® Teacher Emotion Code Practitione Consciously Living, LLC The Center, Life in Balance 45 S Main St, Medford, NJ 856-912-2087 Maryann@ConsciouslyLiving.net

Become aware of your true nature, meet your inner child waiting for your love, become aware of and unload the baggage weighing you down, become aware of the depth of love that exists within you and gain the understanding of the importance of your relationship with yourself and how to foster it. See ad on page 31.

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Institute for Complementary & Alternative Medicine 24 Nautilus Dr, Ste 3, Manahawkin 609-978-9002 504 Hamburg Tpk, Ste 202, Wayne 973-790-6363 639 Stokes Rd, Se 202, Medford 609-654-5900 ICAMBartissMD.com Dr. Bartiss is among a small group of physicians that pioneered the early “integrated” health care system. As a conventionally and holistically trained physician, he offers the best of both schools of medicine. Dr. Bartiss’ “HEART” Program (Hormone, Endocrine, Adrenal Rejuvenation Therapy) addresses hormone imbalance and focuses on restoring his patients to optimal levels. The simple explanation of this program is that when the endocrine system is balanced, a person is less likely to become ill, overweight and emotionally imbalanced. ICAM patients report an improved quality of life, both emotionally and physically. See ad on page 21.

Canine Behaviorist Bio-Identical Hormone Restoration Therapy DR. CAMILLE SEMPLE-DALY, DO

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Certified Canine Behavioral Specialist 609-742-8948 Nan@PeaceInThePack.com PeaceInThePack.com Nancy is an expert in her field, successfully rehabilitating canines who exhibit any type of behavioral issue from mild to aggressive. She can teach you the language of the canine in ways that create clear communication and bonds of trust to last a lifetime. She also specializes in rehabilitating bite cases and many of her clients refer to her as a canine therapist.

Chiropractor DECOTIIS CHIROPRACTIC WELLNESS

30 W Holly Ave, Pitman, NJ 08071 856-218-1330 Fddec@WellnessSpeakers.org

Dr. DeCotiis specializes in wellness-based Chiropractic care: helping the body to function at its personal best while reducing internal and external stresses. We individualize care to optimize performance of body systems by reducing nerve damage, improving spinal alignment, posture, ergonomics, sleep habits, hormone balance and improving overall health through exercise, weight loss, detox and supplementation.

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1050 Mantua Pk, Wenonah, NJ 08090 856-812-7970 • Wellness@Angelic.Health This center offers a holistic balance of traditional and alternative care options for those with serious or chronic conditions. We offer therapeutic massage, Reiki, yoga, meditation, nutrition, aromatherapy, acupuncture and counseling services to improve your well-being. Some services may be covered by insurance. See ad on page 31.

Commercial Kitchen CHERRY STREET KITCHEN

Commercial kitchen for chefs, food services, with modern, pleasant 1-story work space for hourly/daily rentals. Multiple cooking bays, bakery, cold and dry storage. Additional private kitchen for a school or camp program. Rte. 1 access, easy drive from Burlington and Camden.

New Moon Holistic Health Coaching, LLC HealingLifeToLoveLife@gmail.com HealingLifeToLoveLife.com Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, Reiki Master and Shamanism practitioner who helps people transform their lives from the inside out. Using energy work and coaching to help them make changes in their lives.

Health Counseling LIESHA GETSON, BCTT, HHC

Energywork LISA O’BRIEN, E-RYT, CRM

Experienced Energy Intuitive and Yoga Teacher 856-261-0554 • L-I-G-H-T.org Lisa O’Brien is an experienced yoga teacher, Reiki Master and energy intuitive offering private and group sessions. She specializes in clearing blockages and negative programs out of the energy system for healing and advancement on one’s path.

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Safe, natural solutions for many health problems. Get to the root of your symptoms and heal your body with Nutrition Response Testing. The practitioners at NHIC offer a non-invasive, advanced form of muscle testing for food sensitivities, chemical and metal toxicity, and immune system issues for all ages. Individualized, targeted, “Root Cause Nutrition.”

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Liesha Getson is a Board-Certified Thermographic Technician, Holistic Health Counselor, a Reiki Master and Energy Practitioner.

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HeartMath Coach and Trainer EMBODYING WELLNESS

Julia Gandy 505 S Lenora Rd, Ste 124, Moorestown 609-634-2396 EmbodyingWellnessCoach.com

A full spectrum of wellness services are combined to help you live your best, most powerful life without being pulled by life’s daily challenges. Modalities employed are massage therapy, reiki, aromatherapy, inner-peace building skills and HeartMath Coaching and Training. After finding out what pulls you out of your center, you’ll have tools to be the calm in the center of the storm.

Hypnotherapy DR. JAIME FELDMAN, DCH

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SUSAN COSTANTINO DRUMMOND, LMT, RM

Susan is an Intuitive Medium, Reiki Master and licensed Massage Therapist. She specializes in intuitively enhancing the mind, soul and physical body with healing energy for your highest well-being. See ad on page 31.

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Massage for Pain Management DOROTHEA ATKINS, TH.D., RN, LMT

Holos Touch LLC 17 White Horse Pike, Ste 6, Haddon Heights, NJ 08035 856-546-7500 Dr.DottyAtkins@gmail.com HolosTouchLLC.com

Experience and learn simple yet effective pain relief methods in individual or group sessions. Dr. Atkins’ advanced muscle release treatment and self-care education has proven published results for the past decade. Other services include certified manual lymph drainage and relief for various chronic conditions. See ad on page 37.

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Health Through Awareness 100 Brick Rd, Ste 206, Marlton, NJ 08053 856-596-5834 Health Through Awareness takes a holistic approach to health and well-being. Dr. Philip Getson is a board-certified Family Physician and certified by four Thermographic Boards. He specializes in thermography, an early diagnostic tool for many health conditions including breast health. With the mission of providing a balanced approach to wellness, the center offers diet and lifestyle counseling, thermography, the area’s most unique infrared detox sauna (The POD), reiki, a smoking cessation program, physician standard supplements and ongoing wellness classes. See ad on page 31.

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Board certified in Integrative Medicine & Acupuncture 2301 E Evesham Rd, Bldg 800, Ste 219 Voorhees, NJ 08043 856-528-2258 • SouthJerseyHolistic.com Our practice treats each person individually by addressing the root cause of the problem. Dr Karmazin employs holistic therapies, such as acupuncture, biopuncture, homeopathy and nutritional counselling for a variety of ailments. We also specialize in holistic pain management and do not use narcotics, NSAIDs or steroid injections. See ad on page 21.

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Or, in-person, allow me to shine a light on the divine guidance that is always there for you but sometimes goes unnoticed with energy work and intuitive guidance. A session with me will leave you feeling as if you are in the Divine Flow of Life!

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Phone coaching at its best 973-444-7301 Info@LifeCoachDavid.com I am an experienced and certified Law of Attraction life coach.

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Massage Therapy Services RIZZIERI AVEDA ALUMNI SPA

8102 Town Center Blvd, Voorhees, NJ 08043 856-983-1680 Facebook: Rizzieri Alumni Spa

Affordable relaxation offered at Rizzieri’s Alumni Spa. Staffed by recent Rizzieri graduates, the Alumni Spa is the perfect place to make an appointment with a Licensed Massage Therapist at an attractive price point. Spa experiences are offered in 50-min or 80-min sessions and are customized based on personal needs and preferences. Services include: Swedish massage, reflexology, hot stone, maternity massage, deep tissue and stress relief wraps.

Open on Wed and Fri, 4:30-9pm; Sun, 9am4pm with prices starting at $45. Call for an appt. See ad on page 35.

THE SPA AT CENTER FOR THE HEALING ARTS

8102 Town Center Blvd, Voorhees, NJ 08043 856-552-2273 CenterForTheHealingArtsNJ.com Affordable relaxation offered at the Center for the Healing Arts by recent graduates. The Spa is the perfect place to make an appointment with Licensed Massage Therapist at an attractive price point. Spa experiences are offered in 50-min, 80-min or 100-min sessions and are customized based on personal needs. Services include Swedish massage, reflexology, hot stones, maternity and deep pressure. Currently open Wednesday and Friday 4:30-9pm. Hours will be expanding soon. Prices starting at $50.

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Dr. Newport is a discerning artist, highly experienced master cosmetic injector and renowned dermatology speaker with 10+ years of extensive medical training. Her continuous dedication for skincare, surgery, dentistry, and cosmetic procedures are enhanced by combining the use of the latest technology and her unique homeopathic style. As an artist, she is genuinely passionate about bringing out the unique beauty in each one of her patients.

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Naturopathic Doctor MELISSA JOSSELSON, ND

Naturopathic Doctor Marlton & Haddonfield, NJ 856-472-9495 • MyNaturalDoctor.com Holistic health care for all ages and a variety of health conditions. Find the cause of your health issues and heal using safe, natural and non-toxic therapies. See ad on page 36.

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Psychoenergetic Counseling HEALERS UNIVERSE

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Natural, non-invasive procedures for sexual dysfunction affecting one or more of the following: desire, arousal, lubrication, erectile function, orgasm, pain, dryness and satisfaction. The Replenish Center utilizes an integrative and functional approach looking at key factors such as hormone imbalance, vitamin/ mineral deficiencies, certain medications and chronic illnesses. Other contributing factors are lifestyle, diet, exercise and stress. The Replenish Center specializes in therapies which utilize your body’s own healing mechanisms. Dr. Camille Semple-Daly is triple board certified in OB/GYN, Integrative Medicine and Aesthetic Medicine. See ad on page 11.

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