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18 VERTIGO RELIEF 20 SLEEP, GLORIOUS

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INTEGRATIVE WELLNESS I N A POST-PANDEMIC WORLD:

24 FOOD AS MEDICINE 27 WHAT’S THE PROBLEM, DR. KORMAN?

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28 GROWING FOOD SECURITY

30 SIZZLING ON THE GRILL 32 SOULFUL STRIDES Running as a Spiritual Practice

34 SWEET SLUMBER 35 THE POWER OF

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36 PET HAPPY 38 DOGGY DELIGHTS 41 PETER SINGER on

Ethical Eating

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ith peak hours of sunshine, balmy tropical weather and awe-inspiring nature views, who doesn’t love summer on the Florida coast, am I right? The beaches are speckled with colorful umbrellas. The farmer’s markets are bursting with seasonal produce. The backyard grills are out of hibernation. And the season of outdoor living is upon us.

To celebrate the arrival of summer’s fresh and vibrant bounty, our theme for this month’s issue of Natural Awakenings is all about food—eating for wellness, eating for satisfaction, eating for community and eating for the planet. Nutrition does not require deprivation, and healthy plant-based meals can be immensely pleasurable. So join us this summer as we explore the benefits and possibilities of wholesome, seasonal, nourishing food.

Our feature article this month delves into “Food as Medicine.” Are you aware that unhealthy, nutrient-poor diets cause around 45 percent of deaths in the United States from heart disease, stroke and diabetes? However, research shows that making the transition to a mostly plant-based diet can protect against these health concerns. The medical profession has come to understand the healing power of nutrition, and more consumers are learning to fill their plates with a rainbow of vegetables, fruits and other foods to nurture healthy gut microbes.

This relationship to food as medicine can enhance your well-being from the inside out.

In this issue, we also want to shine a light on the importance of making food choices to benefit the environment and the animals we share this planet with, as we’ll discuss in our “Ethical Eating” article. Peter Singer, a professor of bioethics at Princeton University and author of the book Animal Liberation, points out how the mass production of factory farms leads to inhumane animal treatment, toxic environmental pollution, and unhealthy foods with hormones, antibiotics and other chemicals. However, as plant-based vegan foods become more accessible and less expensive, making ethical food choices is much easier than it used to be.

The month of July is ultimate cookout season, so we’re elevating this classic tradition with an eco-friendly twist in our “Green Grilling” article. When you’re in the mood for sizzling barbecue, choose local grass-fed beef over the mass-produced variety, or ditch the animal proteins altogether for an entirely plant-based meal. In addition, rather than releasing chemical emissions from charcoal and lighter fluid, look for alternatives such as bamboo or coconut shell charcoal. You’ll even find some healthy and creative grill recipes in this article to impress friends and family members with at your next outdoor barbeque.

Despite the abundance of seasonal fruits and vegetables that summertime yields, we cannot overlook that healthy food is scarce in many communities across the United States.

In fact, as this month’s “Green Living” article reveals, economic disparities and limited access to local growers and purveyors cause millions of Americans to be malnourished. To combat this issue, however, urban gardens are on the rise. These creative solutions help to meet the nutritional needs of communities all over this nation. Some produce can be grown just about anywhere, from a high-rise balcony to an abandoned warehouse, and many neighborhoods have also started community gardens for local farmers and other residents to share with each other.

As you can see, we are excited for all the colors, vibrance and wellness that summer has in store, and we hope that you discover all kinds of seasonal inspiration within this issue. As always, please send comments, questions or feedback to Publisher@NASRQ.com, and in the meantime, soak in this glorious time of year on our beautiful Suncoast!

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The title should have read “Transformational Soul Coach Danielle Kort Joins Sarasota Community”. www.nasrq.com

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July Events at Sarasota Center of Light

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his month, the Sarasota Center of Light will continue to spotlight those who are part of our metaphysical community through workshops, seminars and events.

On July 15, 7–9 p.m., we will host a workshop with Brenda Viola based on her book The Public Servants’ Survival Guide: 10 Keys to Reclaim Your Joy in Work and Life While Doing What You Love. This $30 workshop will be offered in person and on Zoom, and it will be followed with signed copies of her book for $12.50 (credit cards accepted).

We also welcome associate minister and international medium Mary Torry this month to present our Sunday service meditation and spirit talk, as well as a class on “Symbology: The Language of the Universe,” offered through Zoom. This class is also $30, and registration should be completed no later than 10 a.m. on the day of class, July 19.

On July 30, 7–8 p.m., sound healer Robert Austin will present a “Crystal Tibetan Bowl Concert” in person. He uses crystal bowls, Tibetan bowls, tuning forks, Tingshaws, healing stones and his own voice to produce healing vibrational energy. Come with a pillow or blanket and enjoy this unique experience.

Our services will continue online, and new classes on a wide variety of topics will continue online as well. We will immediately email and Facebook any changes that occur. We humbly ask for your support. Donations can be submitted on the donate page of our website, by calling the office or by mailing a check. All contributions are greatly appreciated.

Mailing address: 2710 Browning St., Sarasota, 34237. Location: 852 S Tuttle Ave., Sarasota. To register for workshops or events, visit SarasotaCenterOfLight.com. For more information, call 941-9536620 or email ChurchOffice@SarasotaCenterofLight.com.

Anti-Aging Seminars on Zoom with Dr. Anna

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r. Anna Baker, DOM, invites you to join her interactive anti-aging seminars via Zoom on July 8 and July 21, both at 1:30 p.m. She will showcase her Faces by Dr. Anna acupuncture facelift and muscle retightening Pearl Cream by Dr. Anna.

Please contact the Pearl Cream by Dr. Anna store at 941-921-2662 to access the meeting ID number.

Dr. Anna performs a unique type of acupuncture facelift that she invented.

The muscles of the face and neck are progressively retightened to retrace the steps that aging took. An initial package of 10 treatments is required, and the results last for 18 months before a one-treatment touchup is required to maintain the lift. COVID-19 safety protocols include treatment rooms with special air filtration systems that pull patients’ breath droplets out the window.

In this seminar, Dr. Anna will show photographed results on people of all ages. In addition, she will discuss her proprietary Pearl Cream by Dr Anna which offers the same muscle retightening as her acupuncture facelift in a slower, more gradual process.

Her Pearl Cream is an anti-aging serum made from real pearls and Chinese herbs without any preservatives. Pearl Cream by Dr. Anna is also available as a muscle tightening body lotion, men’s anti-aging line and sports performance line.

Location: 2721 Mall Dr., Sarasota. Temporary COVID-19 store hours: Monday–Friday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. To access the meeting ID, call 941-921-2662. For more information, visit FacesByDrAnna.com and PearlCreamByDrAnna.com.

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Sound Healing Sundays at The Remedy Room

Dr. Amy Tafeen Brings Her Natural Wellness Practice to Sarasota

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For more information, call 941-726-4784, email YourRemedyRoom@gmail.com or visit YourRemedyRoom.com.

r. Amy Tafeen is excited to be back in Sarasota, offering wellness and injury care for infants, children and adults. She has over 40 years experience treating neck and back pain, athletic injuries, pregnancy discomfort, disc injuries, headaches and migraines.

Her services include low-force chiropractic adjustments, kinesiotaping, neuromuscular work, cranial adjustments, Webster cranial and pregnancy adjustments, as well as treatments she learned in her years of training in international healing methodologies.

Dr. Tafeen has seen proven results throughout her career.

Chiropractic care helps to facilitate a healthier structure, and Dr. Tafeen integrates nutrition, exercise and natural immune boosting therapies. For many years, she worked with midwives, birth centers, pregnancy classes and children with learning disabilities.

She has been a member and past Vice President of the SW Florida Chiropractic Association. She graduated with honors from the University of Florida and Western States Chiropractic College.

She received a Pediatric Fellowship from Life Chiropractic College and attended post-graduate seminars on pediatric and pre-natal training.

In Sarasota, Dr. Tafeen won the Sarasota Chamber of Commerce’s Woman Entrepreneur Excellence Award, and was a member of the Rotary Club for 10 years. She was a mentor for Women Owner’s Network in Sarasota. Dr. Tafeen has taught anatomy and physiology at Sarasota School of Massage Therapy, Keiser College and Everglades College.

Rockin’ Kirtan Band Returns to Rising Tide International

Dr. Tafeen currently operates a mobile cash practice and also sees patients in-office at Sarasota Healing Arts. To schedule an appointment, call 941-447-2041.

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he ideal combination for stress relief is sound healing meditation, paired with Reiki. Each sound healing meditation is a unique experience, and the results linger for quite some time. It feels as though the entire body hums in perfect harmony.

Tibetan singing bowls, chimes, crystal bowls, rattles and pan drums are just some of the instruments used in a sound healing meditation. As stress relief specialists, we at The Remedy Room are always looking for modalities to help our clients decompress naturally.

A traditional Reiki session with the magical vibrations of Tibetan singing bowls can accomplish just that, so we created Sound Healing Sundays, this month on July 18. During this time you can experience a private sound healing and Reiki session created just for you.

Find yourself in a dim lit room infused with aromatherapy on a heated session table receiving Reiki treatments for energy balance. A variety of singing bowls are placed on the floor to be played by a sound healer for your specific needs. Each bowl has a different note and frequency that correlates to different areas of the body.

Sound waves and gentle vibrations will guide you into deep levels of relaxation. You will feel layers of tension release, as the bowls are placed on the body, so the subtle energy of the sound can move through you. Benefits include restful sleep, anxiety and stress relief, pain release, inner peace and an overall sense of calm.

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ising Tide International is excited to finally open again, and will joyously welcome back The Rockin’ Kirtan Band on July 18, 7–8:30 p.m.

Join us all for Rock Da Bhakti Kirtan, a spiritual love fest you will not want to miss, as we chant, dance and sing, while the band shares mantras and songs for love, healing and spiritual devotion.

The Band offers uniquely a eclectic and progressive blend of traditional ancient, multicultural chants and mantras with a blend of soft rock, designed to foster love, peace and open hearts. Musicians will include Steve Biegel, Sabrina Harris, Jesse Biegel and Jay Kent. There will be no potluck dinner this time, and anyone who is not vaccinated will be asked to wear a mask at this event.

Location: 5102 Swift Rd., Sarasota. For extra parking, drive one block down to the Ashton Post Office. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Donation: $10. For more information call, Zan Benham at 941-9227839 or email Zan@Woman-Spirit.com.

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The Sarasota Mystic Faire Returns this Month

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n July 24, 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., and July 25, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., the Sarasota Municipal Auditorium will host the largest metaphysical event of the year. Back for its tenth anniversary, the auditorium will brim with talented psychics, mediums and energy healers.

Numerous vendors will be onsite to offer crystal bowls, healing tools, crystals, books, jewelry, photography, clothing and more.

Enjoy free lectures all weekend from experts in their fields. This event features a unique mix of people committed to serving others.

Explore fascinating concepts and modalities, while browsing the items for sale, all in one comfortable and convenient location.

Location: 801 N Tamiami Trail, Sarasota. For more information, call 239-949-3387 or email Canbria@aol.com.

Eliminate Stubborn Fat, Reduce Wrinkles or Tighten Crepe-y Skin with Cryoskin

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f you could eliminate stubborn body fat or achieve smoother, more radiant skin on your face, neck or cleavage without surgery or downtime, would you do it?

Cryoskin is a natural treatment that works by using sub-zero temperatures to eliminate body fat. We utilize this science to provide fat reduction, skin tightening, toning, and cellulite or facial treatments with non-invasive results. Cryoskin slimming helps our customers lose inches off their stomachs, love-handles, thighs and other areas.

Toning sessions help to diminish cellulite, tone the body and tighten the skin. Toning is effective for the face, neck and cleavage areas because it reduces the look of crepe-y skin. Our treatments are neither painful nor invasive, and there is no downtime.

We also use compression therapy to help the lymphatic system process the fat cells lost during treatments. This treatment can significantly improve the speed of your results. In addition to lymphatic drainage, compression therapy is effective with the following modalities:

• Cellulite treatments • Muscle recovery and regeneration for athletes • Detox and circulation disorders • Relieved muscle and joint pain • Accelerated healing time after injury or post surgery

During this month, Natural Awakenings readers will receive $50 off their first treatment or $200 off any kind of body treatment package, as well as a free consultation.

Location: 3100 S Tamiami Trail, Sarasota.

For more information, call 941-241-7358 or visit CryoStudioSarasota.com.

Healthy Body, Healthy Brain, Healthy Life

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ummer Break is here! Many of you are getting ready for summer camps, vacations, and other healthy activities – to have some fun and recharge before the end of summer. But what are you doing for you and your family’s health? Short of exercise, relaxation, healthy eating and activities – is there anything else?

The answer is Yes – Have you tried neurofeedback?

Neurofeedback can benefit everyone, guiding the brain to a more balanced emotional state and improve cognitive efficiency. Based on our own experience and recent studies, we now understand that Neurofeedback can help increase attention and working memory performance, reduce anxiety or depression, and help those with symptoms of ADHD. And much more. Other applications could include personal development, peak performance at work, improved athletic control or inner awareness. Now could be the time to benefit from this drug free, non-invasive, well researched training program.

WHAT IS NEUROFEEDBACK? Neurofeedback is a way to quantify and train brain activity. How it works is quite simple.

Brain cells interact creating thoughts, sensations, actions and emotions; detectable as brain waves. Neurofeedback specifically monitors brain waves, looks for irregularities, then produces a signal that is designed to correct and guide brain waves back into a healthy pattern. Overtime, the brain will learn to stay in healthy ranges on its own.

We utilize neurofeedback programs customized to you, to overcome a variety of issues and experience long lasting results. Neurofeedback focuses on building new neural pathways, strengthening the brain, rather than patching up symptoms.

GET STARTED TODAY! Neurofeedback can be effective on its own. However, continued research has shown that when it is combined with traditional therapies, exercise, proper nutrition and good sleep, the outcomes are typically superior. Neurofeedback is not a quick fix, but it is an effective, drug free and natural approach to help improve mood, concentration, and overall functioning. If you have any questions, we always provide a free consultation before we begin.

For more information on this cutting-edge approach call 941-552-4500 or visit our website at www.BrainWaveCenters.com. Ask about our Summer Brain Mapping Specials!

Weekly Nondual Awakening Events Held on the Beach

“If you don’t become the ocean, you’ll be seasick every day.”

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oin our free “Nondual Awakening, Oneness and Self-Realization” events each week on Wednesday nights.

We will celebrate and support each other in the realization of what those named to the left have in common, knowing themselves as the ocean.

This group was founded by Sarasota residents interested in building new friendships, mutual support and community with others who share this nondual interest. If you attend, please bring YouTube links of your favorite nondual awakened ones.

For more information, visit Meetup.com/Nonduality. Check the Meetup website weekly to confirm location. This is a socially distanced, in-person beach event.

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Use Sunlight and Sleep to Lower COVID-19 Risk

Try Saffron Extract to Raise Mood Saffron, harvested by hand from the stigma of crocus (Crocus sativus L.), has long been used in cooking, dying and fragrances, and a new study also verifies its traditional use for lowering depression. European researchers gave 56 people with poor moods, anxiety or stress either 30 milligrams a day of saffron extract or a placebo for eight weeks. Those getting the saffron reported feeling less depressed and having improved social relationships, and their urinary crocetin levels correlated with a change in their depression scores.

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Two readily available natural strategies— sunlight exposure and sufficient sleep—appear to lower the risks of suffering and dying from COVID-19, report two new studies. Researchers from the UK University of Edinburgh examined records of 2,474 U.S. counties from January to April 2020 to compare numbers of COVID-related deaths to levels of UVA rays from the sun. They found that people living in counties with the highest UVA levels had on average, a 29 percent lower chance of dying from the coronavirus.

They ruled out the vitamin D factor by not including counties with UVB levels that would produce the vitamin. Repeating the analysis in England and Italy produced the same results. The researchers theorized that nitric oxide released by the skin when in sunlight may reduce the ability of that virus to replicate.

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following day, say University of Oregon researchers. Based on surveys of more than 2,000 people reporting their emotional ups and downs during an eight-day period, the researchers found that when people feel they have resolved an argument, the emotional response associated with that disagreement is significantly reduced or even eliminated. Stress reactivity has been found to significantly reduce lifespan, studies show, and is linked to heart disease, a weakened immune system, reproductive issues and gastrointestinal conditions.

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Drink Electrolytes Instead of Water for Muscle Cramps Painful, involuntary muscle cramps have hit 39 percent of marathon runners, 52 percent of rugby players and 60 percent of cyclists, studies show, but gulping down too much water has also been linked to the condition.

The solution might be to drink an oral rehydration solution rather than spring water, suggests an Austra- lian study in the Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition. Ten men were repeatedly tested with each liquid while running downhill in 96-degree heat for 40 to 60 minutes. When their calves were stimulated electrically to induce cramps, those drinking the oral rehydration liquid were less susceptible to the condition. “It is possible that drinking a large amount of plain water dilutes sodium and other electrolytes in the blood and extracellular fluid, increasing [muscle cramp] susceptibility,” conclude the authors.

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Researchers are using recycled rock dust to enrich farm and rangeland soils to accelerate the processes by which soils capture atmospheric carbon. The natural process of rock weathering provides a proven method of capturing carbon from the atmosphere and putting it into the soil, where it may remain for centuries.

Benjamin Z. Houlton, the Ronald P. Lynch Dean of the Cornell College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, says, “Soil can be part of the solution set. It will not save us, but it can help to put us on path to negative emissions.”

Field testing has been conducted for a year with positive early findings. Iris Holzer, a Ph.D. student at the University of California-Davis, has seen a doubling of the rate of carbon capture in soils with rock amendments compared to soils without.

Excess carbon speeds up the greenhouse effect, which causes rising temperatures and other challenges to global security, food production, economic growth, infrastructure and human and ecosystem health. Over a five-year period, crushed volcanic rock added to agricultural soils across the globe could remove 2.8 billion tons of carbon.

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Hayek Hospital, in suburban Beirut, Lebanon, launched a 100 percent plant-based menu in March as a “moral responsibility”.

Patients will no longer be greeted after waking up from surgery with ham, cheese, milk and eggs, the same foods that may have contributed to their health problems.

The family-owned private hospital emphasizes the health benefits of vegan diets, which have been shown to reduce the risk of heart disease, diabetes and some cancers.

The hospital says deciding factors included the World Health Organization classification of processed meat consumption as carcinogenic, as well as the role that animal agriculture plays in spawning diseases and pandemics. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that three out of four new or emerging infectious diseases in humans come from animals.

The American Medical Association passed a resolution in 2017 requesting U.S. hospitals promote better health by offering plant-based meals to patients, staff and visitors, and similar recommendations have been issued by the American College of Cardiology. New York and California now have laws requiring hospitals to provide a plantbased option with meals.

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The agriculture startup Plenty Unlimited Inc. is building an indoor vertical farm in the South Los Angeles suburb of Compton to provide jobs and fresh produce to the historical “food desert” and surrounding areas. Traditional farms are usually only able to harvest crops a few times a year, but because Plenty’s hydroponic farms are free of the limitations of seasonal changes, weather conditions, pests and natural disasters, they can produce food year-round. The crops are cultivated in a clinically sanitary environment with full personal protective equipment for staff, as well as robots to do much of the picking. The first time produce is touched by human hands is when the consumer opens the package.

Plenty’s project condenses 700 acres of farmland into a 95,000-square-foot warehouse. Its first vertical farm opened in South San Francisco in 2018, and it maintains a research and development farm in Laramie, Wyoming.

By building farms vertically, healthy, quality produce can be grown without harming the environment, especially in urban areas, where land is limited and food insecurity may be widespread. In addition to the vertical plant towers, Plenty uses LED lighting and automation to plant, feed and harvest crops. The warehouses grow plants faster and with more nutritional density with no need for pesticides, using a fraction of the water required by traditional farming.

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With Assembly Bill 356, Las Vegasarea water officials hope to impose the first policy in the U.S. banning grass on “nonfunctional turf” that no one walks on in such places as highway medians, housing developments and office parks. This ornamental grass, which occupies about eight square miles in Las Vegas, requires four times as much water as drought-tolerant landscaping like cactus and other succulents.

Removal by 2026 could reduce annual water consumption by roughly 15 percent. Clark County Commissioner Justin Jones says, “To be clear, we are not coming after your average homeowner’s backyard.”

California imposed a temporary ban on watering ornamental grass during a recent drought, but no state or major city has eliminated specific categories of grass permanently. The water authority banned developers from planting green front yards in new subdivisions in 2003 and offers owners of older properties up to $3 per square foot to tear out sod and put in desert-type landscaping. Still, water consumption in southern Nevada has increased 9 percent since 2019. The Colorado River, which accounts for 90 percent of southern Nevada’s water, is under intense pressure. Last year was among the driest in the region’s history, when Las Vegas went a record 240 days without measurable rainfall.

If the initiative is successful, it may be duplicated in other areas that face their own water crises.

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Dealers Align Behind Electric Cars Traditionally, auto dealerships have presented a skeptical and confusing experience for those seeking to purchase electric transportation. When Tesla launched the Model S electric sedan in 2012, it had to build its own stores to educate consumers about electric vehicles (EV) because dealers wouldn’t sell them in Texas or Michigan, for instance. The subsequent success of Tesla, Ford and GM EV models, along with a plan to stop selling new internal combustion cars by 2035 in California, have propelled the transition from fossil-fuel-powered vehicles.

The American division of German automaker Volkswagen is delivering large quantities of their electric SUV ID.4 as part of a nationwide launch, with more than 650 dealers on board. U.S. CEO Scott Keogh reports that the goal is to have at least one vehicle initially at every VW dealer in America. He says, “We see the potential for EV sales to double this year. We’re optimistic that this is a turning point year for electric vehicles.”

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Green Gone

A patient I’ll refer to as Dorothy came to my office for treatment with low back and neck pain. She did not realize that we treat vertigo, but during the history and examination on her first visit, she revealed that she had been suffering for months with dizziness. She had been diagnosed with BPPV but could not tolerate the medication she was prescribed, and while the Epley Maneuver helped somewhat, she still had significant problems.

While we successfully treated her for the other complaints, we also used therapies focused on removing restriction of the connective tissue in her upper neck, jaw muscles, and muscles at the base of the skull. This fibrous connective tissue is called fascia, and in Dorothy’s case it responded to treatment. She reported a 60% improvement in her vertigo after one session, and within a few more visits, said her vertigo symptoms were completely gone.

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f you’ve never experienced extreme dizziness or vertigo, it can be hard to understand just how debilitating it can be. Many patients with this issue tell me they would rather have back pain or headaches or some other problem instead, since it is so draining to feel disoriented in space. With vertigo, the most basic daily tasks often become difficult, especially activities such as driving or anything else that requires head movement.

Vertigo is a specific kind of dizziness where a person feels as though she (or the world around her) is in motion. Triggers include certain medications, inflammation of the inner ear nerves, viral infections or abnormal fluid pressure in the inner ear. The most common type of vertigo is Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo, or BPPV, which is thought to be caused by displaced particles in the inner ear canals. People with BPPV are often taught to perform a version of the “Epley Maneuver” to move these particles into a better position.

Hidden Cause

While medications and the Epley Maneuver can be extremely helpful, vertigo is often not resolved by just these treatments alone. I believe that many people continue to experience vertigo symptoms because an important cause is ignored. At our clinic, we help to improve or resolve vertigo for many patients by looking beyond the inner ear to another source—the nerve endings that create position sense in the body.

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The reason that fascia release treatments were able to relieve Dorothy’s vertigo is due to the most important sense in our bodies— proprioception. This is a medical term for position sense, which is how we know where all the parts of the body are in space.

The millions of nerve endings that create position sense are found all through our bodies, embedded in the fascia. They transmit the information which makes all coordinated movement possible, along with upright posture and muscular balance. In the case of vertigo, restriction in the fascia of the jaw, upper neck or skull can cause a distortion in position sense that could trigger the disorienting sensations of spinning motion and loss of balance.

At our office, we release restrictions in fascia using a combination of therapies that involve gentle tissue compression, stretching, and pulsed microcurrent or low-level laser. Restoring normal flexibility and movement to fascia helps to restore normal position sense. Most of our vertigo patients experience significant relief from these fascia treatments, even when typical treatment methods have failed.

When vertigo symptoms are extreme or lasting, it’s important to be evaluated first by a physician who specializes in this area. If vertigo or dizziness occurs with other symptoms such as blurred vision, rapid heartrate or mental confusion, urgent medical evaluation is necessary. However, most cases of vertigo don’t have serious underlying conditions, and there is a common cause that is often overlooked. Exploring fascia release therapy with a practitioner experienced in treatment of vertigo could be the best option for lasting relief.

Our evening programs have moved online. You are invited to attend a Zoom webinar all about the topic of vertigo on August 2, 6:30 p.m.

You will learn in-depth how we evaluate and treat vertigo in our clinic. You will also find out more about fascia, why it is important and how fascia problems are involved with vertigo. Dr. Eric Winder will discuss case examples and hold a Q&A session following the presentation. Visit GentleBay.com to register for the webinar. Dr. Eric Winder has 24 years in practice with a focus on pain relief and restoration of alignment and motion through fascia release therapies, without forceful manipulation. For more information, visit GentleBay.com.

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and pets, a lid is recommended.

Gardening stores sell compost bins, but they can be made using instructions at Homesteading.com.

Composting Made Easy

Turn Food Waste into ‘Black Gold’ Just 3 percent of uneaten food in the U.S. is composted, reported the Natural Resources Defense Council in 2012. The remaining food scraps rotting in landfills account for 23 percent of U.S. methane emissions, a greenhouse gas at least 25 times more powerful than carbon monoxide in global warming. With minimal planning and effort, however, food scraps can be recycled through composting into an organic, highnutrient fertilizer.

Compost is called “black gold” for its high value in gardening, but it’s simply decayed organic material.

Consider all the organic materials that fall to the forest floor, break down and return to the earth. This process can be easily recreated at home.

To start composting, get a couple of containers.

n A covered kitchen bucket.

Beautiful containers abound, but an old pan will work. Countertop positioning makes it easy to toss in kitchen scraps, but it could also be placed under the

Bins in place, start collecting and piling. Organic materials will break down—it’s just a matter of time. The pile should consist of yard waste (grass clippings, plant scraps, small sticks) and kitchen waste (peels, cores, eggshells, tea leaves, coffee grounds, bread). Do not include invasive weeds, meat, bones, dairy products, oils or pet excrement.

The basic recipe is a mix of nitrogen-rich/green materials (food waste, grass clippings, plant trimmings) and carbon-rich/brown materials (dried leaves, sticks, shredded newspaper or cardboard). Shoot for 25 percent green materials.

An unbalanced pile can be amended.

n If it’s wet, moldy or stinky, add more brown materials and stir with a pitchfork to increase oxygen flow and loosen the pile.

n A pile that is too dry will take longer to break down. Add kitchen scraps, green grass clippings or sprinkle with water to encourage microbial activity.

A balanced pile that is stirred or turned weekly will decay the fastest.

Seeing worms and other soil organisms in the pile is a good sign that the process is working.

Finished compost looks like dark, rich soil. Spread it onto the garden in the spring. Scoop some into the holes for new plants. Side dress plants all season.

Compost releases nutrients gradually, improves soil condition and helps retain water. Plants thrive with better root systems. Compost gardeners reap bountiful harvests.

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uality sleep is elusive for many people. In this article, I will share recommendations to help successfully resolve these sleep issues. The past year has placed excessive strain on our relationship with the bedroom, our moods and our sleep habits. In fact, a number of studies from 2020 reveal an increase in anxiety (32-35%), depression (20%-41%) and poor sleep quality (18%57%) across the globe.

These studies cite confinement, isolation, and loss of income or employment as cofactors in these symptoms. COVID-19 has also been associated with fatigue, sleepiness and REM sleep disorder. Outside of these pandemic-related issues, we also have an epidemic of obesity which connects to sleep apnea. This condition causes you to breathe irregularly while sleeping which, in turn, can drop your blood oxygen to dangerous levels.

I have personally diagnosed dozens of individuals with sleep apnea, and snoring is not a always a requisite symptom of this disorder. Sleep apnea can be a cause of diabetes, fatty liver disease, cirrhosis, obesity, high blood pressure, stroke and atrial fibrillation. Waking unrested with a dry mouth and heartburn or waking numerous times in the night are all possible signs of the condition.

Especially if a woman wakes more than once to urinate, we should screen for sleep apnea. But once detected, it is easily and effectively treated. We can screen for sleep apnea with an overnight oxygen monitor that we loan out from the office. Another

system that impacts sleep is the endocrine system. Many women note disturbed sleep around their menstrual cycles. Many women also find their sleep disturbed with menopause. Hormone balance is critical, and low levels can affect sleep significantly.

We can easily check your estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, DHEA and metabolites with a variety of methods using blood, urine and saliva. I have prescribed bio-identical hormone replacement since the 1990s, and have found progesterone to be of immense benefit when taken orally for sleep continuity disturbances and topically for hot flashes.

For general insomnia, we review sleep hygiene routines first. The ideal bedroom temperature for sound sleep is approximately 65 degrees Fahrenheit. This mgiht vary from one person to the next , but it is advisable to keep the thermostat set under 67 degrees for the most comfortable sleep environment.

Then, ensure the bedroom is dark enough. Blackout shades are excellent. Wearing an eye mask is another cost-effective option. Stop caffeine after noon and limit your intake to one or two cups a day. Finish eating dinner three or more hours before bedtime. Limit sugar and alcohol intake. Turn off television screens at least one hour before bedtime as well, and keep your cell phone in another room at night.

If those measures are ineffective, and you still cannot fall asleep, magnesium and melatonin can also be useful. Should you have trouble with remaining asleep, GABA is a supplement that reduces alertness, and could help to sustain your sleep. The herbal remedy SynoviX Calm with valerian is also effective for this.

To speak with supplement specialist Alicia in the Harvey Center store for recommendations, call 941-650-3570. If these remedies do not achieve the result that you desire, please come in for a consultation. The Harvey Center is located at 3982 Bee Ridge Road, Sarasota. To schedule an appoinent, email Doc@HarveyCenter.com.

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As a nation, we are starting to move in the direction of a post-COVID society, but this desire to achieve optimal wellness through natural medicine remains. Here in Sarasota, we are fortunate for the abundance of such modalities to choose from, but in this month’s Community Spotlight article, I want to call attention to one local mainstay, in particular.

The East West College of Natural Medicine has been a pillar of our wellness community for almost 30 years, and I had the recent pleasure of talking with Clinical Director, Dr. Steven Roensch, to find out how this Sarasota institution continues to be of healing service—both in the pandemic and well beyond.

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linical research over the last couple years has shown a tremendous uptick of global interest in holistic mind-body wellness modalities since the COVID-19 pandemic first struck (Alternative and Complementary Therapies Journal).

This integration of both the mental and physical seeks to understand the root cause of illness to restore the whole person to balance and health. In a time when chronic stress, anxiety, depression and loneliness are on the rise—combined with the real and present danger of viral infection—many have found comfort in integrative healthcare. And that peace of mind has even translated into stronger immune resilience, the research goes on to point out.

Natural Awakenings: What has this pandemic been like for the East West College as a school, alternative medicine practice and community institution?

Dr. Roensch: We have experienced some major challenges just like everyone else. When the pandemic initially hit, we were relegated to an online class structure which, not unlike many other teaching institutions, we were not positioned for right away.

However, after that unexpected transition, we were soon able to adapt and implement a system to accommodate virtual learning for both our students and faculty.

Our campus clinic also shut down for a period of time which was difficult for us as physicians—not to mention, equally difficult, if not more so, for our patients. Ultimately, we have since been able to return to campus, but we continue to practice social distancing and other protective measures as spelled out by the CDC. NA: What health services do you offer, and have you seen an increase in Sarasota residents turning to the immunity benefits of natural medicine as a response to COVID-19?

Dr. Roensch: As an integrative medicine college and clinic, we naturally offer acupuncture and herbal therapies which are the mainstays of our practice. However, there is more to integrative medicine than just these two areas.

Traditional Chinese Medicine also utilizes cupping, moxibustion, medical massage, electrical stimulation, food therapy, Tai Qi and Qi Gong, injection therapy, guasha (myofascial release) liniments and plasters for pain or trauma, and LASER therapy.

Now that our clinic is open to the public once again, we have seen a definite resurgence in those who are interested in boosting their immune response which, of course, is one of the major benefits of this medicine. Acupuncture gently coerces the body to

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return to homeostasis, or a state of natural and healthy balance. Combine that with its positive affect on the immune system and its ability to lower stress, and it’s easy to understand how regular treatments can help build more resistance against disease.

NA: What degree programs do you offer at the East West College, and when are classes for the fall 2021 semester scheduled to begin?

Dr. Roensch: We currently offer a Master of Science degree in Oriental Medicine (MSOM), but are working to implement a Ph.D. program as well in the foreseeable future. Our classes resumed on campus in the first week of May 2021. Our fall semester will begin on August 31, 2021, entirely on campus. Our virtual classes are no longer available, as this program utilizes a hands-on approach with both classroom instruction and clinical training.

NA: How many years has the college been in operation, and what does it mean to the staff and faculty to be such an integral part of Sarasota’s wellness community?

Dr. Roensch: Our college has served the Sarasota area for 27 years, during which time we have helped graduate 60 classes of Acupuncture Physicians. It is incredibly rewarding to be a part of the integrative medicine community and profession. This form of healthcare is sought out by more individuals across the globe now than ever before.

The East West College of Natural Medicine is located at 3808 N Tamiami Trail, Sarasota. To schedule an appointment at the clinic or to learn more about the course programs available at the school, call 800883-5528, email Info@MyEWCNM.com or visit EWCollege.edu.

Mary-Elizabeth Schurrer is the Managing Editor of Natural Awakenings Sarasota– Manatee. She also works as a freelance writer, blogger and social media marketer. Her personal blog HealthBeAHippie.Wordpress. com features tips for embracing an active, nutritious, balanced and empowered lifestyle.

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FOOD AS MEDICINE The Healing Power of Nutrition

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SAD is a primary risk factor for high blood pressure, abnormal blood lipids, increased blood glucose and weight gain, according to the World Health Organization (WHO).

These intermediate conditions can lead to full-blown chronic diseases such as heart disease, stroke, cancer and diabetes, all of which are on the rise.

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that 60 percent of American adults have at least one chronic disease and 40 percent have two or more, making chronic disease the leading cause of death and disability in the country.

The good news from WHO is that up to 80 percent of heart disease cases, 90 percent of Type 2 diabetes cases and one-third of cancer incidences could be avoided by a healthier diet, as well as lifestyle changes like stopping smoking and increasing physical activity.

A healthy diet is not as simple as cutting out convenience foods, because many people literally can’t stop eating them. Studies have compared the addictive properties of added sugar and salt to those of nicotine and cocaine. “Additives like sugar release opioids and dopamine in the brain. The same neurochemical changes in the brain occur in addictions,” says Claire Stagg, DDS, founder of Health Connections Dentistry, in Indian Harbour Beach, Florida, and author of Smile! It’s All Connected, a layperson’s guide that explains the essential connections between the mouth and overall prostock-studio/AdobeStock.com

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ating is a basic need, but many Americans are not filling this need with healthful choices.

Among the more than 700,000 Americans that die each year from heart disease, stroke or Type 2 diabetes, about 45 percent eat meals heavy in salt, processed meat and sugary drinks, and low in fruits, vegetables, fish and nuts, according to a March 2017 study in the Journal of the American Medical Association.

“I fully understand and empathize with people in the public,” says T. Colin Campbell, Ph.D., author of the groundbreaking The China Study and founder of the T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies, in Ithaca, New York. Campbell has often stressed that public and professional understanding of nutrition is lacking.

The problems with the Standard American Diet (SAD) start with the very ground it is grown in. Large-scale farming in the U.S. has depleted the soil, producing lower nutrient foods.

In addition, many foods are processed by manufacturers to improve shelf life, which further destroys nutrients and requires toxic additives.

“The default choice, the easy choice, is the inexpensive, highly processed food. Our built environment throughout the country has made it easier to find fast food than a produce store,” says Lisa McDowell, director of lifestyle medicine and clinical nutrition at Saint Joseph Mercy Health System, in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

wellness. “People need to be educated, or re-educated, to take ownership of their health by remembering the basic premise that their bodies can be healthy if they get the right nutrients to facilitate and support that basic process.”

Campbell agrees that more people need to be educated. A major theme in his latest book, The Future of Nutrition, is how to sift through the conflicting information that exists.

Healthier Helpings As the food industry continues to woo Americans with fast and easy processed foods, there are consumer shifts taking place.

“About a quarter of U.S. adults are trying to manage a health or medical condition by making healthy food and beverage choices,” stated the NPD Group consumer research firm in 2019. “Younger adults, ages 18 to 24, are particularly interested in using foods to improve their health.”

It turns out that it’s most beneficial to focus on adding what is needed for optimal health, instead of worrying about what to eliminate. As William Li, M.D., counsels in Eat to Beat Disease, “Human nature abhors deprivation.” As president of the Angiogenesis Foundation, in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Li advises us to “practice health care at home every day in our own kitchens.” He suggests frequently eating such simple, but disease-defying foods as dark chocolate, walnuts, kiwis, sourdough bread and sauerkraut.

“I recommend participating in bigger box stores. They do a great job at making high-quality food available at an inexpensive price,” says McDowell. She also suggests batch cooking and planning meals ahead for the week.

The Power of Plants Plant-based eating is finally becoming mainstream, thanks in part to such eye-opening documentaries as Forks Over Knives, Earthlings, PlantPure Nation and Food, Inc. Research backs up the benefits. In a 2019 study in the Journal of the American Heart Association, Johns Hopkins researchers report that in a 30-year period, people eating a mostly plant-based diet were 32 percent less likely to die from a cardiovascular condition and 25 percent less likely to die from any cause. A 2017 report published in International Journal of Epidemiology suggests that fruits and vegetables are associated with a reduced risk of many chronic diseases and may protect against certain types of cancers.

For treatment, reversal and prevention of chronic disease, the American College of Lifestyle Medicine, in Chesterfield, Missouri, recommends eating a primarily plant-based diet containing minimally processed vegetables, fruits, whole grains, legumes, nuts and seeds.

Campbell says that moving to a 100 percent plant-based diet “and staying there for one to three months, provides an opportunity for virtually everyone to finally crave a salad on a regular basis. This is a place wherein people have little or no interest to backslide because their taste preferences have profoundly changed.”

As plant-based eating gains momentum, there are more imitation meat products. These foods can be helpful to transition away from meat, but Campbell cautions, “They do not replace

the whole plant-based foods, even though they are plant-based, because salt, sugar and added oil are usually added.”

Eating by the Colors Eating fruits and vegetables in a rainbow of vibrant colors ensures we get a variety of phytochemicals, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. The federal Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion recommends consuming two and one-half cups of vegetables and two cups of fruit each day. McDowell suggests including “deeply pigmented fruits and veggies in at least five different colors, so that you’re getting all of the micronutrients and they’re all working together.”

Aim to include a couple different foods from each of the following color groups over a week’s time. Infographics and charts are available for download from the American Heart Association (Heart.org), VeganEasy.org, Dr. Ranjan Chatterjee (DrChatterjee.com) and others. Apps such as Eat the Rainbow Food Journal, Eat Five and VegHunter also make vegetable and fruit intake easy to track.

Food to Heal the Planet Eating healthy also means making a choice for the health of the planet.

Organic, locavore and small-farm advocates are speaking out against the industrialized U.S. food system with its extensive use of pesticides, poor treatment of animals and lack of regenerative soil management. Organizations like the Rodale Institute, Regeneration International, Kiss the Ground and the Ecological Farming Association are working to train farmers to regenerate soils to not only restore climate stability, but also provide far healthier foods from nutrient-rich soils.

“I believe if we have a greater understanding of our local and regional food systems, we will be moving in a more sustainable, intentional and responsible direction for ourselves, our communities and the planet,” says Andrea Bemis, author of the farm-to-table cookbook Local Dirt and operator of Tumbleweed Farm with her husband Taylor in Mount Hood, Oregon.

Local food is easier on the planet for several reasons. “Large commercial farms work the soil so intensively that they must use synthetic fertilizers to get anything to grow,” says Brock Hall, owner of Florida Fields to Forks, in Malabar, Florida.

Alternatively, cover crops keep nutrients in the soil, requiring less water and naturally sequestering more carbon from the atmosphere. Shorter transit or shipping distances after picking uses less pollution-causing fuel.

“Choosing the right food is not only important for our personal health, but also is important for our planet and for our checking account,” says T. Colin Campbell, author of The China Study and The Future of Nutrition. “I have come to believe, after being in this discipline for 65-plus years, that our choice of food is the easiest and most important choice we can make to address the many existential problems that we now face.”

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Green: Dark greens have cancer-blocking chemicals like allyl sulfides, lutein and indoles, which inhibit carcinogens. They also contain folate for healthy cells and calcium for stronger bones, muscles and heart regulation. Get plenty of asparagus, avocados, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, green tea, kale, kiwi, spinach and green herbs.

Blue and purple: Anthocyanins wipe out free radicals, boost brain health and reduce inflammation. Resveratrol can delay cellular aging, protect the heart and reduce risk of some cancers. Add blueberries, blackberries, eggplant, elderberries, figs, grapes, plums, raisins, eggplant and purple cabbage.

Red: Rich in lycopene, a potent scavenger of gene-damaging free radicals, red plants lower risk of certain cancers and boost heart, brain, eye and bone health. Try apples, beets, cherries, cranberries, raspberries, red peppers, tomatoes and watermelon.

Yellow and orange: Contain vitamin C, hesperidin and carotenoids such as beta-carotene to inhibit tumors, protect eyes, detoxify the body, reduce inflammation and boost the immune system and heart health. Add apricots, bananas, cantaloupe, carrots, mango, oranges, pineapple, pumpkin, sweet potatoes, tangerines and yellow peppers.

White and brown: The onion family contains allicin and beta glucans, which have anti-tumor properties and can help lower cholesterol. Nuts contain healthy fats. Other foods in this group contain blood pressure-regulating potassium and antioxidant flavonoids like quercetin and kaempferol, along with digestion-boosting fiber. Choose beans, cauliflower, garlic, leeks, mushrooms, nuts, onions, parsnips and whole grains.

Gaining Gut Health The gut contains the organs that make up the digestive tract and the gut microbiome, a balance of microorganisms that survive on food. A healthy gut can prevent and heal illnesses in the digestive tract, immune system, cardiovascular system, kidneys and brain.

If the gut is burdened with unhealthy foods and digestion is impeded, illness may arise. However, shifting to healthier, plantbased foods can cause a measurable shift in the gut microbiome in three to four days, Duke University researchers report in Nature.

Gut health can be enhanced and restored with specific foods: Enzymes to break down food are found in raw fruits, vegetables, sprouts, nuts and fresh herbs, and can be destroyed by cooking or processing. These work before the body’s digestive enzymes kick in to improve digestion, eliminate toxins and boost energy. Studies have shown that raw plants also help with weight loss, decreasing cholesterol and reducing inflammation.

Probiotics, live bacteria that promote healthy gut flora, are found in fermented foods like sauerkraut, kimchi, sourdough bread, yogurt, kefir, pickles, miso and cheddar cheese.

Prebiotics, undigestible natural fibers that feed probiotics, abound in apples, asparagus, bananas, barley, burdock root, dandelion greens, flaxseeds, garlic, oats and onions.

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Going Local Whole foods grown locally provide the most nutrition. Michael Pollan, professor of science and environmental journalism at the University of California, Berkeley, and author of In Defense of Food, famously said, “Don’t eat anything your great grandmother wouldn’t recognize as food.”

Buying, preparing and eating whole foods may seem laborious at first, but the shift away from “easy foods” can quickly become a way of life as the body begins to feel better. “We hear stories every week about people who have fixed health issues from eating healthy,” says Brock Hall, owner of the Florida Fields to Forks organic community supported agriculture (CSA) farm in Malabar, Florida. He adds that everyone “ought to get closer to your food” by growing it or getting to know organic farmers at local markets, self-pick operations or through CSAs. Healthy eating is about balance. Enjoy comfort foods occasionally, focusing on the bigger picture of more healthful foods overall.

Julie Peterson has contributed to Natural Awakenings for more than a decade. Connect at JuliePeterson2222@gmail.com.

The Shift in the Medical Field “We, as a society, have gotten locked into focusing on disease cure over health care,” writes T. Colin Campbell, Ph.D., author of the bestselling The China Study and the recently released The Future of Nutrition. Fortunately, as studies prove that diabetes, kidney disease, cancer and Crohn’s disease improve with changes in diet, the medical community is slowly shifting toward using nutrition in tandem with traditional care to help manage and prevent disease.

Unfortunately, says John Osborne, M.D., director of cardiology at State of the Heart Cardiology, in Dallas, “The amount of nutritional education in medical school is minimal.” Now, the American College of Lifestyle Medicine (ACLM) is aiming to fill that void by training healthcare teams to prevent and reverse chronic disease through lifestyle behaviors.

Saint Joseph Mercy Health System, in Ann Arbor, Michigan, is one example. After a group of physicians and registered dietitians received ACLM certification, it launched a Lifestyle Medicine and Clinical Nutrition program. “The goal is to provide support to individuals and teach them to hardwire best practices that optimize their own personal health and potential,” says Lisa McDowell, program director.

The Food as Medicine Institute, in Portland, Oregon, also offers a training program for healthcare professionals and nutritionists to implement community-based nutrition programs.

The Cleveland Clinic Center for Functional Medicine, in Ohio, offers programs that help patients identify genetic, lifestyle and environmental factors to shift health from illness to well-being.

The Gaples Institute, in Naperville, Illinois, offers nutritional training and accreditation for medical clinicians, as well as free nutritional instruction online for the public.

What’s the Problem, Dr. Korman?

by Dr. Laura Korman, DC

Q: Why can’t I seem to lose the 20 pounds I gained in 2020?

A: There is no doubt that 2020 was a stressful year for all of us.

With the lockdowns and layoffs, it might have appeared that we had extra time for self-care, but for many of us, the unrelenting stress and uncertainty caused quite a different result.

According to the American Psychological Association, 42% of Americans experienced undesirable weight gain in 2020, with an average increase of 29 pounds. Perhaps this was a result of people trying to cope with the situation and using unhealthy foods for self-comfort. Many lacked the motivation, as well, to exercise or even spend much time outside.

I am frequently asked by patients on how to resume making healthier choices and losing resistant, excess fat in their midsections. Here are four simple lifestyle strategies I recommend to slim the waist and increase their strength, energy and mental clarity.

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. Eat real food that has been grown and harvested or raised and butchered from local, organic, humane and ethical sources.

Consuming these foods in the shortest period of time from farm to table will yield the most optimal nutrition and energy. These foods can be found at your local farmer’s market or grocery store, usually located around the perimeter where refrigeration is.

Processed foods are strategically found in the aisles of the grocery store, often full of sugar and preservatives, and nearly void of nutritional value. These foods are addictive and do not provide satiety (or fullness) signals to the brain. This can cause overeating or leave you with residual hunger within mere hours of consumption. These foods also cause blood sugar levels to spike and then plummet which can lead to feelings of irritability and anxiety.

. Drink more water—most people do not consume enough water, and are unaware of the impact hydration has on their health. The human body is 50–60% water, so adequate hydration is necessary for digestion, joint lubrication, skin health, brain function and detoxification. Many people have lost their natural desire for water due to the countless choices of sugary drinks available, but you can often mistake hunger for the need to be hydrated. A helpful rule of thumb is to drink half your bodyweight in ounces of water each day. For example, a 150-pound person needs 75 ounces of water daily. Sweetened beverages, sodas, juices, coffee, black teas and alcohol can result in dehydration, so additional water intake is required once these beverages are consumed. You also need to drink more water when you sweat by working outdoors or exercising.

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. Speaking of exercise, this is also a crucial part of weight loss, but more exercise is not always better. Most people need to start their fitness regimens slow with gentle impact movements.

20 pounds of body weight puts 80 pounds of pressure on the knees, so high impact exercises could make you more susceptible to knee injuries. Walking, biking, swimming and resistance training are the safest options for the first month or two until you have lost a significant amount of weight and increased your muscle tone. In addition, high-intensity workouts for over 40–45 minutes can raise stress hormones and further sabotage your weight loss efforts. . Be intentional about your sleeping habits. Most Americans are sleep deprived and, therefore, receive less than the minimum seven hours per night required for optimal brain health and recovery. One inadequate night’s sleep can slow your metabolism the entire following day. Set a consistent bedtime around 10–11 p.m., to allow for at least seven or eight hours of sleep. Avoid eating two or three hours before bedtime, so the body can rest from digestion. Halt screen time, which emits blue light and blocks the natural production of melatonin, two hours before bedtime. Sleep in a dark room and keep the temperature around 70 degrees to optimize the deep and restful stages of sleep.

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These four lifestyle strategies can seem overly simplistic, but when practiced on a consistent basis, they have a powerful impact on your metabolic health. If you need more help to achieve your weight loss objectives, join my free five-pound challenge. You can find more information at DrLauraKorman.com. Or to schedule a free 20-minute discovery consultation with me, please call 941-629-6700.

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Growing Food Security The Benefits of Urban Gardening

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or a lot of Americans, healthy food is scarce. According to FeedingAmerica.org, more than 35 million Americans faced food insecurity in 2019. That number is expected to increase substantially due to the pandemic, which disrupted the food supply chain in ways that most Americans have never seen.

The good news is that urban and localized gardening can bring fresh, healthy, organic, sustainable and affordable food to nearly every household. A 2013 abstract from Michigan State University published in Agriculture & Food Security states that urban gardens could not only provide healthy food, but also create a more resilient food system.

During the pandemic, many people jumped at the chance to put in a garden, and in cities, where available land is limited, creative solutions have emerged. Just about any space could serve as a viable garden, including a spare room, rooftop, shipping containers or an empty warehouse. With hydroponics, no soil is required and with vertical systems, planters are stacked, requiring a small footprint.

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the bounty. “I had this table of abundance in front of my house, but people weren’t taking anything! So, I hid in my garden, waiting for neighbors to walk by, and then I’d rush the fence and encourage them to take food,” Truong says. “My husband thought everyone would think we were weird.” Now, instead of getting polite waves from afar, the garden has become a communications hub among neighbors.

Sharing the Abundance When Truong witnessed friends losing jobs and struggling, she was inspired to lend a hand by assisting some of them to plant their own low-maintenance, high-yield gardens to save money on healthy meals.

Once she had assisted people close to her, she decided to expand her reach. “My garden spits out a lot of food. I discovered there are local food banks and charities that collect food. I was surprised that they will take any abundance,” says Truong.

Garrett Livingood, a North Atlanta, Georgia, blogger, developed GrowMyCommunity.org where local farmers, growers and community gardens can upload their location and what they offer, so that the locals know where to go for fruits, vegetables, herbs and other healthy eats. According to Livingood, “Forty percent of produce gets thrown out every year, so it’s not that we don’t have enough food, the problem is access.”

Food Security Equals Health Ashlie Thomas, a research scientist known as The Mocha Gardener on Instagram, started gardening for healthy produce and medicinal plants at home in Graham, North Carolina, when family members on limited incomes living in a food desert had been diagnosed with health issues like hypertension and Type 2 diabetes.

“Imagine having diet requirements that included mostly plant-based food, but your resources are simply not there,” Thomas says. “I didn’t know there was a term for that: food security. There is an increasing population with disease, and food could be the answer.”

The problem is particularly prevalent in communities with no grocery stores, forcing residents to buy food at gas stations or drive considerable distances to big-box stores.

Thomas observed that choices at these kinds of facilities are often between expensive produce or inexpensive junk food. Healthful food is not available or affordable for all.

Thomas believes gardening empowers people to take control of their diet and their health, not only physiologically, but psychologically and spiritually. “It doesn’t just stop at the garden,” she says. “How you treat your body and other people has a positive healthy impact, as well.”

Tips to Get Started Follow local gardeners on social media to get ideas.

THINK LOW-MAINTENANCE, HIGH-YIELD. Cherry tomatoes, salad greens, cucumbers and beans are highproducing, low-cost staples.

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FLOWERS CAN BE FOOD. Try violets, pansies, nasturtiums and chives to beautify the garden and the plate.

GROW ORGANIC. It’s cheaper and doesn’t harm anyone or anything. “I grow organic because I want to respect my space. I don’t want to control Mother Nature, I want to work with her,” says Thomas.

HERB IT UP. Mint, rosemary and basil taste great and can deter pests.

Overall, keep it simple. Set up for success with just enough to learn and enjoy a new lifestyle. It can be expanded upon year after year, providing a bounty of nutritious food security.

Laura Paisley Beck is a freelance writer and self-proclaimed foodie in Madison, Wisconsin.

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Sizzling on the Grill Healthy, Sustainable Summer Fare

by Laura Paisley Beck

The Downside of Grilling Most charcoal and all lighter fluids contain chemicals that create air pollution when burned, harming our health and the environment. Better alternatives are sustainably sourced, organic and natural materials, such as charcoal made from bamboo or coconut shells.

Entrepreneur Fred Grosse sought to solve another problem associated with conventional grilling materials: the taste of lighter fluid on barbecue foods.

He invented Mojobricks, a carbon-neutral alternative to charcoal designed to impart a smoky flavor to grilled foods. “You’re breathing in 50 percent less particulate matter standing at the grill than if you grill with charcoal or wood,” he says about his bricks made with compressed sawdust from wood mills. “They heat food more efficiently, take up less storage space than bags of charcoal and keep trees growing in the forest.”

What Gets Grilled Matters Americans eat three times more meat than the global average. To meet the immense demand, mass-produced beef is trucked across the nation with dire environmental impacts including cow methane emissions, the burning of fossil fuels for transport and excessive land use. To curtail these impacts, Americans can choose to reduce or eliminate their beef consumption and when they do decide to grill a ribeye or New York strip, choose local, organic, grass-fed beef.

Eliminating meat is simple as vegetarian and vegan options are innumerable.

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rooms, cheese or whatever you happen to feel like,” says Martin Nordin, author of Green Burgers. Genevieve Taylor’s new cookbook, Charred, features enticing meals to cook over a flame that include vegetables, spices, nuts, herbs and other inventive ingredients.

Amy Lawrence and Justin Fox Burks, co-authors of Low-Carb Vegetarian, have had a dramatic increase in requests for grilled versions of vegetarian dishes, a sign of increasing outdoor cooking trends.

Presentation for the Planet When hosting backyard dinner parties, consider that paper and plastic dinnerware will end up in the landfill. Ask guests to bring a plate and fork or mix and match whatever dish sets are on hand. Another suggestion is to go vintage. “There has already been so much manufactured of everything, we wouldn’t need to manufacture another plate, for example, for another generation or two,” says Morgan Miller, owner of Rewind Decor vintage store in Madison, Wisconsin.

With a few adjustments, eco-grilling is easy, delicious and much better for the planet. Marinate locally sourced ingredients, burn as carbon-neutral a fire as possible and serve up delicious food on real plates that friends and family will help wash. Guests will be inspired and follow suit in their own homes. As Grosse says, “Each small difference adds up to big change.”

Laura Paisley Beck is a freelance writer and self-proclaimed foodie in Madison, Wisconsin. Reach out at LauraPaisleyBeck@gmail.com.

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or most Americans, summer smells like fresh-cut grass and barbecue sizzling in the backyard. Approximately 64 percent of U.S. adults own a grill or smoker, but common practices are bad for the environment.

Fortunately, many great chefs have the problem covered with delicious alternatives to traditional, carbon-emitting methods.

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1 white onion (quartered and sliced) 2 Tbsp toasted sesame oil 1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar 2 Tbsp of The Chubby Vegetarian’s Memphis BBQ Dry Rub 1 cup BBQ sauce 6 hamburger buns

BBQ Brussels Sprouts Sandwiches with Brussels Sprout Slaw Yield: 6 sandwiches 2 lb Brussels sprouts 1 cup shredded carrot (about one large) 2 Tbsp mayonnaise 1 Tbsp grainy mustard Kosher salt and cracked black pepper (to taste)

Preheat the grill on high for 10 minutes. Cover the grill with a single layer of aluminum foil. Slice the remaining Brussels sprouts in half. In a large bowl, toss the halved Brussels sprouts and the onion with the sesame oil, vinegar and BBQ dry rub until everything is coated. Place the Brussels sprouts on the grill for 5 minutes on one side and 4 minutes on the other side, or until the edges are brown and they’re cooked through. Remove sprouts from the grill and place them into a medium bowl. Pour in BBQ sauce. Using a spatula, toss the Brussels sprouts in the sauce until they’re well-coated.

Put the BBQ Brussels aside until ready to assemble the sandwiches. On the bottom part of each hamburger bun, pile on the BBQ and top it with the slaw.

Mix all ingredients in a large food storage container until equally distributed.

The Chubby Vegetarian’s Memphis BBQ Dry Rub (measure all ingredients by volume)

*Dried porcini mushrooms can be found at almost any specialty grocery or ordered online. Turn the dried mushrooms into a powder by placing them in a coffee grinder or food processor and pulsing until no large bits remain.

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2 parts chipotle chili powder 2 parts sweet paprika 2 parts smoked paprika 2 parts granulated garlic 2 parts kosher salt 2 parts cracked black pepper 2 parts cumin 2 parts dried thyme 2 parts dried oregano 1 part cinnamon 1 part ground ginger 1 part light brown sugar 1 part powdered, dried porcini mushrooms*

First, make the Brussels sprout slaw. Thinly slice enough of the Brussels sprouts to have 2 cups. Reserve the remainder of the Brussels sprouts. In a large bowl, combine the 2 cups shredded sprouts with the shredded carrot, mayonnaise, mustard and salt and pepper to taste. Toss until well-incorporated. Set aside in the refrigerator until ready to serve. (Makes about 2 cups of slaw.)

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Soulful Strides Running as a Spiritual Practice

by Marlaina Donato

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acing up sneakers and going out for a run helps to manage weight, high blood pressure, depression and addictions, but pressing our feet upon the Earth can be much more than a form of health-promoting exercise. Runners often refer to the “runner’s high”—attaining a profound sense of well-being after a good jog. According to David Linden, a professor of neuroscience at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, this boost in mood is due to endocannabinoids, the body’s natural chemicals that are similar to the molecules in marijuana that promote relaxation.

Running can be introspective, and over time, a spiritual practice. “Something seems to unite the physical and spiritual when pounding the pavement,” says Michael Fitzgerald, a seasoned runner and multi-genre author in Santaquin, Utah. “The discipline of running is a gift I give to myself. It gives me time away from the expectations of daily life and allows me to enter a world all its own.”

For many, running is competitive and involves the pursuit of excellence, but directing attention to inner emotional terrain and bodily sensations can foster a practice that transcends personal goals. “Once we see that we can be with the discomfort, the joy, the pain, the thrill of running, we realize that we can be present in every moment of our lives, no matter what it brings,” says Vanessa Zuisei Goddard, author of Still Running: The Art of Meditation in Motion. Goddard, a teacher of Zen in New York City, underscores intention. “We can practice running not just as exercise, but as a form of moving meditation—what I call ‘still running’. It’s a way of saying to ourselves, ‘Every moment of my life matters. I want to be present for all of it. I want to be awake.’”

Julia Chi Taylor, a London-based life coach and avid runner, highlights the breath as a guide, the option of using a mantra and “being mindful of any dynamic of pushing too hard or internal criticism, and instead practicing quietening the mind as you run.” The 20-year veteran of inter32

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national races sees no division between the mundane and the divine. “Running has been a spiritual practice for me since I was a teenager, as I have always been on a spiritual path. Running seemed to me to be my soul expression.” Taylor’s challenge during her competitive years was to slow down inside. “I was often getting caught up with my ego’s desire for approval and recognition. It was always evident when I was caught up in pushing and losing the presence of the step; I always became ill or injured,” she relates.

Breath as Guide Inhaling and exhaling with mindfulness during running, much like yoga, helps to foster the unity of body, mind and spirit. “The breath is the most common object of meditation. I pair my breath with my stride, and this both keeps me connected to my body and it quiets my mind,” explains Goddard.

Taylor concurs, noting, “Running asks that we breathe more deeply, and the more we are in touch with the breath, the mind stills, or at least starts to work in a freer way, and we realize we are not the mind.

When we run with no purpose but to run, after a while we become the run, and each step takes care of itself.”

For Fitzgerald, running has helped him to overcome negativity and find a sense of freedom. On the practical level, nixing earbuds for silence helps him to pave the way for a deeper experience. “I find my thoughts are clearer when I am running.

Self-discipline for me is a spiritual endeavor. Overcoming internal, trite objections to exercise such as running always feels like a spiritual triumph. Such triumphs give me hope and motivate me to reach higher, again and again.”

Moving the body invites transformation and a broader, deeper perspective.

Taylor shares, “As our body gets fitter and develops endurance, it becomes easier to recognize the body as a temple of the soul.

The skills we learn to master the art of running can then become skills to help us master the art of living.”

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Sweet Slumber Natural Tips for Deep Sleep

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good night’s sleep is a challenge for a growing number of Americans. Even before the pandemic, 35 percent of adults reported sleeping less than the recommended seven hours a night, and in a new survey by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, 56 percent said they were sleeping worse due to what’s termed “COVID-somnia”.

Being sleep-deprived not only makes us crabby and accidentprone, but also raises our risk of obesity, depression, heart disease, dementia and a weakened immune system, studies show. Fortunately, we can stave off fretting about lack of sleep by adopting some simple, natural practices.

MUNCH SMARTLY ON SLEEP-INDUCING FOODS. Many experts advocate foregoing food two hours before sleeping. As another option, “sleep snacks”, is suggested by New York University adjunct nutrition professor Lisa Young. She says, “These are foods that contain natural substances that may help promote a good night’s sleep.” They include warm milk or turkey (tryptophan), tart cherries (melatonin), kiwi fruit (vitamin C and serotonin), bananas (potassium and magnesium) and nuts and seeds (magnesium).

DON AMBER GLASSES OR AN EYE MASK TO BLOCK LIGHT. The blue light emitted by ordinary light bulbs and device screens prevents the pineal gland from releasing melatonin, the sleep-inducing hormone, which is why it’s wise to shut down electronic devices an hour before sleeping. If doing so isn’t easy, at least block the blue light by using amber or orange (not clear or yellow)

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GET A PATTERN GOING. “Keeping to the same routine will signal to the body and brain that it is time to wind down and prepare for sleep,” says Dallas nurse educator Jenna Liphart Rhoads.

This means sticking to the same bedtime and awakening schedule, and doing quieting activities an hour or so before bed, such as stretching, meditating, drinking tea or journaling.

glasses to restore melatonin production, advises former General Electric lighting researcher Richard Hansler, Ph.D., of Cleveland; he also advises replacing regular bedroom bulbs with only those that produce low levels of blue light. To encourage deep sleep, fully darken the bedroom or wear an eye mask: a Chinese study found wearing such an accessory along with earplugs significantly increases the restorative rapid eye movement (REM) stage of sleep.

WRITE A TO-DO LIST TO CALM A RACING MIND. Baylor University researchers found that compared to people that journaled about what they had accomplished that day, those that spent five minutes writing a to-do list for the next day fell asleep

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GET COZY WITH A WEIGHTED BLANKET AND SOCKS. Weighted blankets, ideally weighing about 10 percent of a person’s body weight, lead to better sleep and reduced fatigue, depression and anxiety, reports a Swedish study. Some are filled with natural ingredients like rice and cloves, and can be warmed in a microwave beforehand, providing a fragrant, swaddled feeling. Plus, Korean researchers found that wearing warm socks to bed helped subjects fall asleep about seven minutes sooner, sleep 32 minutes longer and experience fewer light awakenings.

TAKE A NATURAL SLEEP AID. Prescription sleeping pills for insomnia can produce dependency and additional unwelcome side effects such as grogginess, diarrhea, headaches and stomach pain.

Natural choices without these drawbacks include melatonin, a pineal gland hormone that primes the body for sleep; small doses of 0.3 milligram (mg) to 1 mg work effectively by mirroring natural circadian levels, research shows. Half of U.S. adults are estimated to be deficient in magnesium, which relaxes muscles and increases levels of a neurotransmitter with calming effects; 500 mg is a common dose. Valerian (300 to 900 mg) has been found to improve sleep quality in women during menopause.

CHECK OUT HEALTH ISSUES TO GET TO THE ROOT. Apnea, thyroid conditions, anemia, menopausal hot flashes, heartburn, incontinence and depression can affect the quality and quantity of sleep, as can medications such as beta blockers, blood pressure medications, some antidepressants and decongestants. If anxiety or depression is causing tossing and turning, cognitive behavioral therapy has been shown to improve sleep in up to 70 to 80 percent of people with insomnia. Whether in-person, via Zoom or by email, even one or two sessions can lower insomnia symptoms, with six to eight sessions typically being more helpful.

Natural health writer Ronica O’Hara can be reached at OHaraRonica@gmail.com.

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The Power of Playfulness

by Marlaina Donato Postponing levity accomplishes nothing and doesn’t solve today’s problems, yet we may find it almost impossible to grab downtime without guilt gnawing away at our joy. Try making a to-do list that is solely dedicated to pure, inner-childapproved, illogical fun. Some activities to consider penciling into the calendar: n Roll around the floor with the dog or play hide-and-go-seek with the kids.

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nine minutes sooner—the same effect as taking a prescription medication. The more specific their list, the quicker the shut-eye.

irth has been a memory for most of us this past year; something that we need now more than ever. White-knuckle survival and transition can drain neurotransmitters, those chemical messengers vital for strong immunity and good mental health. Taking a vacation from seriousness just might be what the doctor ordered.

As kids, we rarely turned down an opportunity to roll in the grass, laugh ourselves into bellyaches or catch a wave of spontaneous fun. With the advent of adulthood, pouring a drink or going on a shopping spree often becomes a knee-jerk relaxation strategy, leaving the option for nourishing play in the distant past.

Recent research shows what kids and kittens already know: Snippets of playtime are good for the soul and provide benefits like reduced depression, stronger emotional resilience and higher productivity on the job. A study by Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg, in Germany, published last year in the journal Applied Psychology: Health and Well-Being suggests that even serious, poker-faced humans can train themselves to be more playful.

n Host an adult sleepover; stay up late watching a scary movie or one made for a younger audience. n Make ink blots with watercolors or play with air-dry clay or easy-to-make salt dough. n Grab some crayons and adult-designed coloring books. n Blow bubbles in the backyard or during a morning shower. n Go out for low- or sugar-free ice cream or gluten-free pizza. n Fly a kite or find shapes and faces in passing clouds. n Roll in the leaves or down a grassy hill with that special someone. n Bounce a ball during work breaks. n Belt out karaoke songs and delight in being off-key. n Play charades or a favorite childhood game. n Have a staring contest.

Having some fun doesn’t break the bank, and the only requirement is to check selfconsciousness at the door. “Wasting” time is being free, and that is worth its weight in gold.

Marlaina Donato is the author of several books and a composer of healing and inspiring music.

Connect at AutumnEmbersMusic.com.

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Pet Happy How Animals Help Kids Thrive

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s any parent whose child has begged long and hard for a puppy or kitty can testify, animals are close to children’s hearts. Up to 90 percent of kids are lucky enough to live with a pet at some point in their childhood, and studies show the effects can be profound for their health, character development and well-being.

Kids and pets seem to share a deep and special bond. “Kids often recognize a kindred spirit in animals, especially pets.

Like children, pets are cared for and nurtured in families by big people who get to make the rules,” says Gail F. Melson, Ph.D., professor emeritus of developmental studies at Purdue University and the author of Why the Wild Things Are: Animals in the Lives of Children.

In one of Melson’s studies, 40 percent of 5-year-olds said that they turn to their pets when they feel sad, angry or have a secret to share. Children with pets demonstrate more empathy toward their peers and are less anxious and withdrawn than children without pets, her research shows. A University of Cambridge (UK) study reported that kids were happier with their dogs and cats than with their brothers and sisters.

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PETS ENHANCE KIDS’ HEALTH. A study by UK’s Warwick University found that children with pets had more robust immune systems and attended school an extra nine days on average each year compared to those without pets. Early exposure can be optimal: Babies living in homes with two or more dogs and cats are less than half as likely by age 7 to develop reactions to indoor and outdoor allergens like pet dander, dust mites and ragweed, reports a Medical College of Georgia study.

Pets can have a measurable impact on children with special conditions. In a University of Massachusetts Medical School study of young people with Type 1 diabetes published in PLOS ONE, those that actively helped care for family pets were 2.5 times more likely to have well-controlled blood sugar levels, perhaps by learning the importance of daily routines. In families with an autistic child, owning a dog reduces stress and significantly improves interactions, benefits that grow over time, report UK University of Lincoln researchers.

PETS BUILD SOCIAL SKILLS. According to a large American Humane study, small pets like guinea pigs and reptiles in thirdand fourth-grade classrooms improve students’ levels of communication, cooperation, responsibility, empathy, engagement and self-control. Pets can also train kids to set boundaries. Growing up in Verona, Wisconsin, twins McKenna and Samara Fagan became skillful at stopping their 70-pound golden retrievers and great Pyrenees from jumping on them, stealing their toys or persisting after a petting period had concluded. “As girls, they learned how to create boundaries not just with words, but also with body language and energy,” says their mother, Tia Fagan, a certified conscious parenting and authenticity coach. Now, she says, the 20-year-olds know “how to create and hold healthy boundaries with people.”

PETS TEACH RESPONSIBILITY. “A child who knows that every day they will need to walk the dog (if it’s safe), feed the dog (with guidance) or even scoop the yard, will thrive on the routine of care and often will feel a confidence boost because they are taking care of their dog. This is empowering for kids who may not have much control over other things in their lives,” says Antoinette Martin of Cornelius, North Carolina, head veterinarian with the online vet locator HelloRalphie.com.

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Children with pets demonstrate more empathy toward their peers and are less anxious and withdrawn than children without pets.

PETS TEACH THE CYCLES OF LIFE. Because pets have shorter life spans than humans, surveys indicate that about 80 percent of children first experience death when a beloved pet dies, offering a teachable moment for the whole family, says Melson. Veterinarian Michelle Burch’s 3-year-old daughter grieved when the family dog died, but the child was encouraged to express her sadness and was helped by the award-winning book Dog Heaven, by Cynthia Rylant. A year later, “She loves to bring up her dog Baxter to strangers and how he is in dog heaven, but she knows that not all animals will stay on Earth forever,” says Burch, veterinarian for the pet insurance site SafeHounds.com.

Difficult as the grief is, it’s still worth it, says Fagan. “Our pets have taught my children that to give and receive love unconditionally is the greatest gift of all and is worth the sadness and pain we feel when they pass.”

Natural health writer Ronica O’Hara can be reached at OHaraRonica@gmail.com.

The Practical Side of Family Pets Evaluate the commitment. “It’s important to remember that taking care of pets is expensive and time consuming, and you’re making a commitment to the pet for the duration of their life,” cautions Jennifer Coates, DVM, an advisory board member of Pet News Daily.

“Fostering is a great alternative if pet adoption sounds like more than you can handle.

Children can also volunteer at some animal shelters (often when accompanied by a parent), allowing them to experience some of the benefits of caring for animals without the long-term commitment.”

Pick a child-friendly dog or cat. The American Kennel Society puts Labrador retrievers, bulldogs, golden retrievers and beagles at the top of their best family dog list.

For cats, birman, ragdoll and Himalayan breeds are recommended as calm choices for kids by PetMD.com. Consider improving an animal’s life by taking home a shelter or rescue dog or cat. Shelter workers can help select a family-friendly choice.

Consider other species. Smaller animals with fewer care demands may be a strategy if house space is limited or if a child needs to grow into responsibilities. Animals that can delight and teach include tropical fish, turtles, rabbits, birds, hamsters and lizards. Mae Waugh Barrios’ three children enjoy feeding, watering and collecting the eggs from the family’s four chickens every day at their Holliston, Massachusetts, home.

“Not only do our farm-fresh eggs provide my family and my children with the best nutrition, it’s also been a lesson in symbiotic relationships. Because we give such good care to our chickens, they show their appreciation by providing us with delicious eggs,” says Barrios, who blogs at RaisingEmergingBilinguals.com.

Train children about safety around dogs. It’s a natural impulse for younger children to run up excitedly to a dog and try to touch it, but this can create fear in the animal and raise the danger of an aggressive response. Instead, teach a child to ask permission of the adult handling the dog, and then to approach it slowly and calmly, letting it smell the back of the downward hand before touching it.

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Doggy Delights Healthy, Homemade Cookie Treats

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ne morning, Randy Roach awoke to a delicious aroma wafting from the kitchen of his Philadelphia home. Mouth watering, he peeked in the oven to find a dozen bone-shaped cookies—meant not for him, but for Woods, the family dog. “Such is life when you live with a dog lover,” laughs Randy’s wife Kate, who had peanut butter, oat and flax seed cookies baking for their rescued Labrador mix, a picky eater.

Cooking treats for canine family members is a smart move, as they are eco-friendly, cost less and are healthier than company-made ones, say veterinarians.

A Smaller Pawprint With the focus on decreasing personal carbon footprints, an Earth-conscious dog owner may want to make dog biscuits at home purely for the lower environmental impact. Research from UCLA shows that industrial production of dog and cat food creates the equivalent in greenhouse gases of 13 million cars annually. Storebought dog treats require oil, energy and water to produce and transport. The packaging often contains plastic or other non-biodegradable materials, which cause pollution, block drains and harm wildlife.

Making treats at home is simple and less tricky nutritionally than making a dog’s regular meals. “When it comes to regular dog food, I’m not a proponent of home-cooked food. It is far too difficult to balance nutrients.

For treats, I am not so concerned,” says Lawrence Gallagher, VMD, at Villanova Vet, in Villanova, Pennsylvania. “But you need to watch calories.

Treats should be ‘high-reward’ and low-calorie, not necessarily big in size.

They are used as a reward, not to fill the stomach.”

Homemade dog treats cost less over time. Many popular traditional dog treats are $5 to $10 per bag, with organic costing more. Kate figures she saves as much as $20 a month making Woods’ treats.

The labels on many commercial dog treats list dubious ingredients such as meat by-products, sugar, sodium metabisulfite (a bleaching agent), propylene glycol and artificial colors. “My general rule of thumb is if you cannot pronounce or don’t recognize an ingredient, it is probably not healthy for your pet,” says Alison Streit Birken, DVM, owner of Victoria Park Animal Hospital, in Fort Lauderdale.

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suffice. More ambitious treat-makers might want a muffin pan for custom shapes.

Common ingredients include pumpkin, bananas, yogurt and peanut butter. When choosing a recipe, aim for no or little sugar. (Honey and molasses are simple sugars.) Also, because homemade treats have no preservatives, be sure to follow storage requirements such as refrigeration or freezing.

Jen Jovinelly, a DVM candidate at the Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine, promotes simple treats. “Treats are not food. Keep the caloric intake from treats under 10 percent of your dog’s daily caloric requirement.” She also cautions to avoid foods that could be dangerous, such as chocolate, grapes, raisins, avocados, certain nuts, onions, garlic or artificial sweeteners. If unsure about the safety of an ingredient, check the online list at The Humane Society of the United States (HumaneSociety.org) or consult with a veterinarian or animal nutritionist.

For those that aren’t inclined to bake, toys filled with organic peanut butter, then frozen, keep dogs happy, while others love the crunch of raw carrots or broccoli. As Birken says, “You can always go to your own refrigerator and pick out some great, healthy dog treats!”

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Amy Coyle is a freelance writer in Wynnewood, Pennsylvania.

The internet has countless dog biscuit and treat recipes, along with collections of recipes for special occasions and holidays. For a simple start, look for recipes that only have a few ingredients that are already in the kitchen, such as those at PuppyLeaks.com/ simple-dog-treat-recipes.

Great books include The Ultimate Dog Treat Cookbook, by Liz Palika, and Organic Dog Biscuit Cookbook, by The Bubba Rose Biscuit Company.

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Good Dog Treat Yield: Varies 1 15-oz can pumpkin ½ cup peanut butter ½ cup coconut oil, melted 4 (organic, cage-free) eggs 1¾ cups coconut flour Preheat oven to 350° F. In a large bowl, whisk together pumpkin, peanut butter, coconut oil and eggs until smooth. Add coconut flour. Mix until well combined. Let rest for 5 to 10 minutes to thicken.

Place dough in between two pieces of parchment paper and roll the dough until it’s about one-quarter-inch thick. Remove the top layer of the parchment paper and cut shapes with cookie cutters (consider the size of the dog when selecting cutter sizes).

Bake for 45 to 55 minutes until treats are dry and hard. Let cool completely. Store in an airtight container.

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Kate’s PB Oat Cookies Yield: 24 Dog Treats 1 cup peanut butter ½ cup rolled oats 2 Tbsp flaxseed Water, as needed

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Grind flaxseed to powder in a food processor or coffee grinder. Combine flaxseed, oats and peanut butter, adding just enough water to make a dough. Roll into 24 balls and chill in sealed container in refrigerator for 30 minutes.

Place on a cookie sheet, evenly spaced, and bake at 350° F for 15 minutes.

Courtesy of Kate Roach.

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

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Peter Singer on Ethical Eating

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idely considered to be an influential philosopher in the animal rights movement after his book Animal Liberation was published in 1975, Peter Singer is the Ira W. DeCamp professor of bioethics at the University Center for Human Values at Princeton University. He has written, co-authored, edited or co-edited more than 50 books, including Why Vegan? and The Way We Eat: Why Our Food Choices Matter.

Why is food an ethical issue?

There are several reasons for making food an ethical issue and changing what we’re eating. One is that producing food has an enormous impact on the environment.

About 25 percent of all human greenhouse gas emissions come from food production.

It’s also an enormous source of animal suffering. Over 70 billion animals are raised and killed each year worldwide, and the majority of them are in intensive factory farms. Their lives are miserable for most of the time. And finally, factory farms are breeding grounds for new viruses. We’ve had swine flu and avian flu coming out of factory farms. It’s quite possible that the next pandemic will originate there.

Is it unethical to contribute to climate change?

It’s impossible to live without contributing to climate change, but it’s unethical to

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unnecessarily contribute to climate change when you can live in a way that has a lower greenhouse gas footprint. You could say luxury emissions are unethical while survival emissions are necessary, and so one can’t regard them as unethical.

What are the most important food choices that we can make from an ethical standpoint?

Avoiding animal products is probably the first and most important ethical choice one can make. That’s going to dramatically lower your carbon footprint. You will no longer be complicit in the suffering of those tens of billions of factory-farmed animals, and you won’t be contributing to the increasing risks of viruses being bred in factory farms.

Is eating animals all right if they are raised humanely and don’t suffer when they are harvested?

If animals aren’t suffering and have good lives, that’s a big improvement from the point of view of the animals, but it doesn’t overcome other problems. Grass-fed cattle may have good lives, but they continue to emit large quantities of greenhouse gases, methane in particular. Is painless killing of an animal that has led a good life acceptable? There’s an argument that it is, that at least they had a life, otherwise they wouldn’t have existed at all, so it’s not wrong. People are going to accept or reject that. There isn’t a clear-cut answer. It’s a complicated issue, so that’s why I tend to focus on the fact that large-scale commercial rearing of animals inevitably causes suffering for them and exploits them.

Yes, they can come from very small farms

where animals are looked after and cared for, but it won’t likely happen on a large commercial scale.

Is there a hierarchy of animals that might be ethically okay to eat?

I’m not really concerned about all animals in the zoological sense. I’m concerned about sentient beings or animals capable of suffering or enjoying their lives, and I don’t see that as necessarily coinciding with the boundary between plants and animals.

So, oysters or clams or mussels, the simple bivalves, are clearly animals in zoological terms, but there’s good reason to believe that they don’t have a sufficiently complicated nervous system to feel pain, and if that’s the case, then I don’t think there’s an objection to eating those animals as long as they are farmed or raised in a sustainable way that doesn’t harm the environment.

Are you hopeful that more people will adopt ethical eating habits in the future?

The huge increase in the availability of vegan products pretty much around the world is a great sign of hope, because what we need to do is to reach a critical mass where these products are not only available, but are also comparative in cost with animal products. Once that day comes, I think we’ll get far more people switching, where they really don’t have to change their diet that much, they don’t have to spend that much more and they can avoid all these negative ethical aspects and be healthier themselves.

Sandra Yeyati, J.D., is a professional writer.

Reach her at SandraYeyati@gmail.com.

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SUNDAY, JULY 11

MONDAY, JULY 19

FRIDAY, JULY 2

Universal Service - 10:30am. With Rev. Kismet Weeber, “How We May Make The Best of Our Lives, Everyday.” Though all the ups and downs of our life, we see ourselves as spiritual beings, our Eternal self, as we live life in the moment. At Rising Tide, 5102 Swift Rd. Sarasota, and on Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/81220 8049 Password: RTI2020.

This weekly egalitarian service celebrates all of humanity’s religions on a single altar. RisingTideInternational.org, for info Rev. Zan, 941-922-7839

Class with Associate Minister Mary Torrey – Symbology: The Language of the Universe 7-9pm. This class will help you gain a basic foundation in symbology that is important in enhancing your psychic abilities and is fundamental for the development of mediumship. $30, payable on the website. Taught through Zoom. Sarasota Center of Light, 941-953-6620, SarasotaCenterOfLight.com.

THURSDAY, JULY 15

Finding Your Totem – 7-9pm. Do you know what totem is your helper? Would you like to find out if you have more - or what they mean? Cheryl Buchanan leads this class for each to see how your Totem can help in all aspects of your life. Come find out what these wonderful animals are trying to convey to you. Bring pen and paper to take a few notes. This class is helpful in your personal growth and connection to Mother Earth. $20 donation is requested. We offer separated seating with masks optional. Reservations please, call or text 937-4187068. Center for Metaphysical Fellowship, 3231 Gulf Gate Dr., Suite 204, Sarasota, CMFsarasota. org, Facebook: CMF of Sarasota.

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Gallery by Advanced Student Mediums 7-8:30pm. On this night, and on the 1st Friday each month, a number of our advanced student mediums will present a SPIRIT MESSAGES GALLERY, supported by two Certified Mediums.

Each attendee will have the opportunity to receive information from their spirit loved ones or guides, by the different styles of each student. Come and enjoy this fun and informative evening. $10 donation is requested. We offer separated seating with masks optional. No reservations needed. Center for Metaphysical Fellowship, 3231 Gulf Gate Dr., Suite 204, Sarasota, 941-266-8435, CMFsarasota. org, Facebook: CMF of Sarasota.

SATURDAY, JULY 3 Biogenesis Healing Tool Demo Workshop 1-3pm. Barbara Ballard, a licensed counselor who uses energy psychology is offering this presentation/ mini workshop explaining and demonstrating the effects of Biogenesis healing methods. Using a small glass structure crafted in Germany and energized by an Ascended Master in Colorado, attendees will be able to feel the calming effects of the healing energy.

The method allows individuals to progress quickly along their spiritual paths towards wellness and wellbeing. $35 donation is requested. Reservations please - call or text to 314-393-8895. We offer separated seating with masks optional. Center for Metaphysical Fellowship, 3231 Gulf Gate Dr., Suite 204, Sarasota, CMFsarasota.org, Facebook: CMF of Sarasota.

SUNDAY, JULY 4 Universal Service - 10:30am. With Rev. Liana Salima Rael, “Freedom Of The Soul”. The ultimate purpose in life is the experience of the freedom of soul, which is that happiness which is our birthright.

This is a group service celebrating Independence Day and the B-day of Sufi founder, Hazrat Inayat Khan. At Rising Tide, 5102 Swift Rd. Sarasota, and on Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/81220 8049 Password: RTI2020. This weekly egalitarian service celebrates all of humanity’s religions on a single altar. RisingTideInternational.org, for info Rev. Zan, 941-922-7839.

FRIDAY, JULY 9 The Inner Band - 7-9 pm. Rev. Diana Mier, nationally known medium with a half-century of experience will introduce you to The Magnificent Seven Circle. We each have a personal band of highly trained Spirit guides bringing us inspiration, guidance, assist with difficulties, and open doors; making our earth life journey a bit smoother while keeping our soul on track. No matter your level of spiritual development, this class will offer you tips for being receptive to the help available. Come and take notes. expect a few messages from spirit. $20 donation. Reservations please, call or text 941416-1622. We offer separated seating with masks optional. Center for Metaphysical Fellowship, 3231 Gulf Gate Dr., Suite 204, Sarasota, CMFsarasota. org, Facebook: CMF of Sarasota.

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Workshop with Brenda Viola - 7-9pm. ‘The Public Servants’ Survival Guide: 10 Keys to Reclaim Your Joy in Work and Life While Doing What You Love. $30 in person in the Sanctuary or on ZOOM. Payable on the website or in person. Sarasota Center of Light, 852 S Tuttle Ave., 941-953-6620, SarasotaCenterOfLight.com.

The Independence of Inspiration – 7pm. With Jim Toole. Reach beyond the limits of the circumstances and situations your life appears to be. Let your Spirit ignite your awareness of your inner truth and connection to flow of inspiration. Discover how to takes practical steps to create empowerment and freedom in your expression and experience every day. $10, presented online on Zoom. Please contact Jim at RevJimToole@gmail.com or 941-330-5031 to attend.

SATURDAY, JULY 17 Beyond Visions Psychic Fair - 11-4pm. Come join us for a personal reading using Tarot and Oracle cards or a Crystal Bowl Healing with messages from beyond, be it Guides or loved ones. Spirit has been on hold for some time and waiting to speak to you. We have spaced our readers for you to be respectful of our times. Also including Robert Austin with all his Modalities of Spiritual connection and Colleen of Sauv’e for all natural, essential oil handmade products. $20 for 15 min. We offer separated seating with masks optional. No Reservations needed. Center for Metaphysical Fellowship, 3231 Gulf Gate Dr., Suite 204, Sarasota, 941-266-8435, CMFsarasota.org, Facebook: CMF of Sarasota.

SUNDAY, JULY 18 Universal Service - 10:30am. With Rev. Tara Ann Muir, “Rising Above Reactivity.”How do we keep our minds tranquil and with all the many viewpoints? At Rising Tide, 5102 Swift Rd. Sarasota, and on Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/81220 8049 Password: RTI2020. This weekly egalitarian service celebrates all of humanity’s religions on a single altar. RisingTideInternational.org, for info Rev. Zan, 941-922-7839 The Rockin’ Kirtan Band - 7-8:30pm. Returns to Rising Tide with Steve Beigel, Jesse Beigel, Sabrina Harris, Jay Kent. The band is a progressive blend of music synthesizing the energy of soft rock with the soul of Sacred chanting! All are invited to chant along. At Rising Tide, 5102 Swift Rd. Sarasota.

Extra Parking one block down @ Ashton Post Office. If not vaccinated wear a mask. Donation $10 at door. For info Rev. Zan, 941-922-7839.

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SATURDAY. JULY 24 Mandala Dots Painting Workshop - 1-3pm. Simone Santangelo will show and assist you in creating your own Mandala disc on poured plaster casts with paints and tools that she provides. The meaning of the word mandala in Sanskrit is circle. Mandala is a spiritual and ritual symbol in Hinduism and Buddhism, representing the universe. It is sometimes drawn as a circle enclosing a square, with a deity on each side, and is often used to aid in meditation and yoga. All materials will be supplied for this fun, creative and meaningful class. Take home your creation. Donation of $30. Please call 941-9936235 to secure a spot, as this class will be limited to 6 people. We offer separated seating with masks optional. Center for Metaphysical Fellowship, 3231 Gulf Gate Dr., Suite 204, Sarasota, CMFsarasota. org, Facebook: CMF of Sarasota.

SUNDAY, JULY 25 Universal Service - 10:30am. With Rev. Aisha Carol Rosembaum, “Practicing The Presence of God: Making Room for the Soul.” At Rising Tide, 5102 Swift Rd. Sarasota. and on Zoom: https:// zoom.us/j/81220 8049 Password: RTI2020. This weekly egalitarian service celebrates all of humanity’s religions on a single altar. RisingTideInternational.org, for info Rev. Zan, 941-922-7839.

THURSDAY, JULY 29 Creating Clarity in the Midst of Chaos – 7pm.

With Jim Toole. Establish a clear and strong foundation based on awareness, insight, spiritual truth and purpose in the middle of an ever-changing set of circumstances and conditions of life. Find focus beyond the distractions and distortions of perception, created by “life as you know it”. Discover true power, presence and peace of mind, body and Spirit. $10, presented online on Zoom. Please contact Jim at RevJimToole@gmail.com or 941-330-5031 to attend.

FRIDAY, JULY 30 Crystal Tibetan Bowl Concert with Robert Austin, Sound Healer, In Person - 7-8pm. Robert uses Crystal Bowls, Tibetan Bowls, Tuning Forks, Tingshaws, Crystals, Healing Stones and voice to accomplish healing at various energy levels.

Bring a pillow and or blanket for added comfort. $30, payable on the website or in person. Sarasota Center of Light, 852 S Tuttle Ave. 941-953-6620, SarasotaCenterOfLight.com.

SATURDAY, JULY 31 Get Started with Crystal Gridding - 9–11am.

Have you been interested in crystals and crystal gridding but uncertain how to start? This class is designed to help you feel confident about creating and using crystal grids in multiple areas of life. With so many crystals to choose from you will learn how to work with crystals for more personal balance and co-creating intentions in your life. Cost $55.

The OM Shoppe & Spa, 4801 S. Tamiami Trail #5, Sarasota. Reserve at TheOmShoppeandSpa.com or call 941-706-3257.

Crystal & Tibetan Bowls Concert - 7-8pm. After a much too long recess, Robert Austin will be performing this very popular concert once again at CMF. Experience relaxation on a deep level with this concert of over 50 singing bowls. Let the vibrations of the bowls integrate into your body and Let Your Spirit Soar!

Bring a blanket, cushions and pillows if you like. $20 donation. We offer separated seating with masks optional. Reservations requested by calling or texting Robert at 941-822-9046. Center for Metaphysical Fellowship, 3231 Gulf Gate Dr., Suite 204, Sarasota, CMFsarasota.org, Facebook: CMF of Sarasota.

plan ahead SUNDAY, AUGUST 1 Universal Service - 10:30am. With Rev. Zan Benham, “Mid Summer’s Dream.” In these hot days of summer, it is good to pause for a moment to re-evaluate our present goals, dreams and determinations with God as our Divine Manager. At Rising Tide, 5102 Swift Rd. Sarasota and on Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/81220 8049 Password: RTI2020.

This weekly egalitarian service celebrates all of humanity’s religions on a single altar. RisingTideInternational.org, for info Rev. Zan, 941-922-7839.

MONDAY, AUGUST 2 Vertigo Relief - 6:30pm. You are invited to attend a Zoom webinar all about the topic of vertigo. You will learn in-depth how we evaluate and treat vertigo in our clinic. You will also find out more about fascia, why it is important and how fascia problems are involved with vertigo. Dr. Eric Winder will discuss case examples and hold a Q&A session following the presentation. Visit GentleBay.com to register for the webinar or for more information.

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 4 Law of Attraction, A Summer Refresher - 1-3pm.

Please bring your book, “Ask and It Is Given” by Jerry and Esther Hicks, a notebook and pen. Class will include a weekly YouTube from Esther Hicks/ Abraham. Fee $10. At Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Rd. classroom D. For info, Rev. Zan, 941-922-7839.

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sunday OM Shamanic Sound Journeys with Resonance - 4th Sunday of every month. Sold out for over 2 years!

You will experience a blend of, shamanic drumming, rhythm, crystal singing bowls, rattles, tuning forks, vocal toning, electric violin and more in a coordinated and orchestrated fashion to help improve participants well-being. Clinical Hypnotherapist Beth A Snyder begins your journey by gently inducing a hypnotic state. Then your journey into sound begins.

Consider your intention now. Tickets: TheOmShoppeandSpa.com or call 941-706-3257. The OM Shoppe 4801 S. Tamiami Tr #5 Sarasota.

Unity of Sarasota- 9am. Live service at the labyrinth. Bring your chair and wear a mask. social distance is in place. Check website for other classes available on Zoom. 3023 Proctor Rd., 941-9553301, UnityOfSarasota.org.

Christian Spiritualist Sunday Morning Services - 10am. Old time camp meet style service, guided meditation, healing, presentation of truth and mini spirit message for each person. Private or group readings available daily by appointment. Contact Rev Shari. Church of Light, 2408 43rd Ave. West, Bradenton, 941-751-5683.

Sunday Service at CMF – 10:30am. At each Sunday morning service we are offering spiritual healing, an inspirational talk, messages from spirit, and an ever-important environment of fellowship. Leave refreshed and inspired to start the new week. We feature a variety of speakers and spirit message bearers throughout the year. We offer separated seating with masks optional. Center for Metaphysical Fellowship, 3231 Gulf Gate Dr., Suite 204, Sarasota, 941-266-8435, CMFsarasota. org, Facebook: CMF of Sarasota.

Unity of Sarasota- 10:30am. Services available on the Web and Facebook Live. The Sunday Celebration service includes a message and lively music. Check website for other classes available on Zoom. 3023 Proctor Rd., 941-955-3301, UnityOfSarasota.org.

Universal Service - 10:30am. Each Sunday with a rotation of Reverends. This is a weekly egalitarian service which celebrates all of humanity’s religions together on a single altar. It is a place where East meets West, offering opportunities for spiritual growth and sharing. At Rising Tide, 5102 Swift Rd. Sarasota, and on Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/81220 8049 Password: RTI2020.. RisingTideInternational. org, for info Rev. Zan, 941-922-7839 Sunday Morning Celebration Service, Zoom Live - 11am. Join us as we come together as a spiritual family and community, sharing our love and light for ourselves, for each other, and the world. Be a part of sharing the energy and illumination of our hearts and souls together through conversation, music, meditation, a talk and an affirmation. Sarasota Center of Light, 852 S Tuttle Ave. 941-953-6620, SarasotaCenterOfLight.com.

Center for Spiritual Living Cultural Coast 11am. Virtual Gathering Via FaceBook & YouTube Live. Join us the first Sunday each month for a contemplative/meditative experience. The rest of the month is a bit more lively - always an inspiring message based on the Science of Mind (New Thought) philosophy, featuring local & internationally known musicians. Contact Rev. Theresa Fieberts 941-3760177, CSLCulturalCoast.org.

monday Strength & Stretch Yoga Class via Zoom, Modified Yoga for Women Only - 9:30am. Movement of the body used to help keep us strong. Bring light hand weights if you have them. 75 minutes, just $5 per class. Not for the advanced student, beginners welcome, women only. To sign up or more info, please contact Jen Brown at ZenJenYoga@iCloud. com or 941-830-3040.

Living Spiritual Circle - 11am and 5pm. Circles via zoom with Rev. Suzi. Check website to sign up and for other classes available on Zoom. 3023 Proctor Rd., 941-955-3301, UnityOfSarasota.org.

Feldenkrais with Bonnie K - 5:45pm. Online!

Awareness Through Movement classes: Lessons (in chairs/on floor) are designed to quiet non-working habitual patterns, invite you into a process for learning and offer experiences for more efficient movement. Ongoing classes $65/4 movement lessons w/ replays. 941-360-2248. FeldenkraisInSarasota.com.

Register with Bonnie at: FeldenkraisinSarasota. com/Sarasota-Classes-Feldenkrais/ Candlelight Sound Bath Meditation with Becky Moriarty - 6pm. During these crazy, stressful, weird, unbalancing times of life self-care is super important. There is no better way to relax, de-stress, take time for ourselves & boost our immune systems then with Sound Healing. The use of crystal bowls, Himalayan bowls, other deep-vibrational instruments plus intention can balance dissonant frequencies and bring them back into harmony. $20.

Book at WildGingerApothecary.com Wild Ginger Apothecary 6557 Superior Avenue Sarasota, 941312-5630.

Pub Theology - 6:30-8pm, the 2nd Mon. of the month available on Zoom. With Rev. Amy Zehe. Bring your Spiritual questions. Contact Rev.Amy@UnityofSarasota.org for Zoom meeting instructions. Go to website for other classes available on Zoom. 3023 Proctor Rd., 941-955-3301, UnityOfSarasota.org.

Learning to Connect Classes at CMF - 7-9pm.

Join Susan Houliston and guest instructors every Monday & Tuesday to learn techniques for connecting with Spirit. Students are given the opportunity to practice lessons to develop their skills and each class will end with healings by the “WE” for all attending. Discussions will follow. $15 donation is requested. Please refer to the CMF website CMFSarasota.org for description of the programs offered for each weekly class. We offer separated seating with masks optional. RESERVATIONS NEEDED, so call or text Susan at 941-266-1696. Center for Metaphysical Fellowship, 3231 Gulf Gate Drive, Suite 204, Sarasota.

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classifieds HOUSECLEANING. Enjoy your free time and let us do what we do best: Housecleaning to your healthy satisfaction. Call Paula for a free estimate 941-320-4052.

ADVANCED CLINICAL HYPNOTHERAPY. Advanced Clinical Heart-Centered Hypnotherapy is available in Sarasota. Specializing in healing trauma and coping with life transitions. La-Alza.com.

A Taste of Feldenkrais, Class on Essentials - 7pm online. The mindset of Feldenkrais Essentials is to Inquire and ask questions. This is a TIME for NO striving. We simply ask you to be quiet and notice, BE and discover, how much more potential you have when you learn to ‘move with attention’, and, with the purpose to learn and expand! 941-3602248, FeldenkraisInSarasota.com.

tuesday The Lightness of Walking, for Better Balance and a Pain Free Walk, Online - Twelve Feldenkrais’ Awareness Through Movement lessons chosen to help YOU RE-DESIGN your walk. Over the years injuries, habits and illnesses have moved us away from that youthful, well-balance walk. Learn to re-embody the basic elements for walking in your own home for 6 weeks. Learn to fine tune your alignment, balance and coordination – the ABCs for Walking. You will need a chair and carpeted or padded spot on the floor and a computer, or mobile device with a camera. Sign up for free – Ebook, The ABCs for a Better Balanced, Pain-FREE Walk FeldenkraisInSarasota.com/Free-Ebook-andVideos-Registration/ For more information, current dates, times and registration, LightnessOfWalking. com, 941-360-2248.

Living Spiritual Circle - 3:30pm. Circles via zoom with Rev. Suzi. Check website to sign up and for other classes available on Zoom. 3023 Proctor Rd., 941-955-3301, UnityOfSarasota.org.

wednesday Feldenkrais with Bonnie K - 9:45 or 11am.

Online! Awareness Through Movement classes: Lessons (in chairs/on floor) are designed to quiet non-working habitual patterns, invite you into a process for learning and offer experiences for more efficient movement. Ongoing classes $65/4 movement lessons w/replays. More info, 941-360-2248.

FeldenkraisInSarasota.com. Register with Bonnie at: FeldenkraisinSarasota.com/Sarasota-ClassesFeldenkrais/ Free Healing Clinic - 4-6:30pm. Our Masters tap into the Divine Source of energy to balance and heal your being. Relax and enjoy this renewing and enlightening experience. Love Donation Appreciated. Angel Ministries, 2269 S Tamiami Trl, Venice, 941-492-4995, AngelMinistriesfl.org.

Nondual Awakening Lido Beach Gathering, in Person - 6-8pm, July 7 - Nov 24. Join us as we listen to and discuss five-minute excerpts from favorite awakened ones featuring Mooji, Adyashanti, Byron Katie, Eckart Tolle, Nisargadatta, Gangaji, Osho, Rupert, Rumi and Hafiz. Bring YouTube links to your favorite nondual awakened ones. Social distancing observed. Free. For details, go to meetup.com/nonduality. Please check site weekly to confirm location.

OM Crystalline Vibrational Immersion - 7pm, every 2nd Wednesday of the month. Join us for this beautiful form of deepened relaxation! The OM Shoppe professional Sound Therapy Practitioners bring you these beautiful multi-instrumental sound baths to guide you into a deepened place of stillness and peace. Discover the magical way that sound can help ease you into a meditative state, and heightened mind-body awareness! Tickets: TheOmShoppeandSpa.com or call 941-706-3257. The OM Shoppe 4801 S. Tamiami Tr #5 Sarasota.

Unity of Sarasota - 7pm. Weekday service with music and inspiration. Services available on the Web and Facebook Live. Check website for other classes available on Zoom. 3023 Proctor Rd., 941955-3301, UnityOfSarasota.org.

Healing, Intention and Meditation Zoom Live 7pm. Join us for a time of healing, connection and meditation. Let us all come together and experience the energy and inspiration that can make such a powerful difference in our individual lives. Will be offered on Zoom. Sarasota Center of Light, 852 S Tuttle Ave. 941-953-6620, SarasotaCenterofLight.com.

thursday Living Spiritual Circle - 4pm. Circles via zoom with Rev. Suzi. Check website to sign up and for other classes available on Zoom. 3023 Proctor Rd., 941-955-3301, UnityOfSarasota.org.

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Bentleys House - 7pm, 3rd Thurs of the month. A safe place to express your grief from loss of a pet.

Contact Rev.Amy@UnityofSarasota.org for Zoom meeting instructions. Reservations required. Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Rd., Sarasota, UnityOfSarasota.org.

friday Restorative Yoga Class followed by Guided Imagery Meditation, via Zoom, Modified Yoga for Women Only - 9:30am. Grab your pillows, blankets, eye pillows & essential oils and be prepared to relax. Rest & Restore - Mind, Body, Soul.

90 minutes, just $5 per class. Not for the advanced student, beginners welcome, women only.To sign up or more info, please contact Jen Brown at ZenJenYoga@iCloud.com or 941-830-3040· Living Spiritual Circle - 11am. Circles via zoom with Rev. Suzi. Check website to sign up and for other classes available on Zoom. 3023 Proctor Rd., 941-955-3301, UnityOfSarasota.org.

saturday Sarasota Farmers Market - 7am-1pm. Rain or shine. Established in 1979, the market continues its tradition of serving the community with local produce, plants, prepared foods and artisans. They currently have a full market that includes 70 vendors and 5,000 sq ft of produce and plants. 1 N Lemon Ave., Sarasota, SarasotaFarmersMarket.org.

Bradenton Farmers’ Market - 9am-2pm. Over thirty-five vendors offering locally grown fruits, vegetables, plants, organic products, fresh seafood, prepared foods, as well as the local artists, craftspeople and musicians. 400 12th St., W. Bradenton, 941-301-8445.

Gentle Chair Yoga Class, via Zoom. Modified Yoga for Men & Women of all ages, abilities, shapes & sizes - 9:30am. This class has no floor work, it’s either in the chair or standing using the chair for support. 60 minutes, just $5 per class. Not for the advanced student, beginners welcome. To sign up or more info, please contact Jen Brown at ZenJenYoga@iCloud.com or 941-830-3040.

Psychic Fair - 10am-3pm. 2 nd & 4th Sat. Are you searching, questioning and seeking answers? Choose from some of the best Intuitive Artists in the area. See what your future holds. Complimentary refreshments. Private Readings $1/Min. Angel Ministries, 2269 Tamiami Trail, Venice, 941-492-4995, AngelMinistriesfl.org.

Living Spiritual Circle - 1pm. Circles via zoom with Rev. Suzi. Check website to sign up and for other classes available on Zoom. 3023 Proctor Rd., 941-955-3301, UnityOfSarasota.org.

Sound Healing Meditation with Ed Russell – 5pm, 1st Saturday of every month. Sound bowls have a centuries-old tradition throughout Asia to awaken and refresh those in sacred spaces. You will feel the vibrations move throughout your body, allowing conscious and unconscious information to come to you. $20. Book at WildGingerApothecary. com Wild Ginger Apothecary 6557 Superior Avenue Sarasota, 941-312-5630.

community resource guide CHECK OUT OUR NEW ONLINE BUSINESS DIRECTORY AT NASRQ.COM/BUSINESSES ACUPUNCTURE/ CHINESE MEDICINE CARYN L. YOUNG, DOM, AP, OTR

Board Certified Acupuncture Physician The Integrated Path, P.A. 3148 Southgate Ci, Sarasota 941-924-8833 • IntegratedPath.com

The Integrated Path to Health and Wellness for the whole family utilizing Trad i t i o n a l C h i n e s e Medicine,Acupuncture, Energetic Medicine, Bloodwork Analysis,Clinical Nutrition Assessments and ZYTO Elite to restore balance. Over 30 years of clinical experience!

APOTHECARY

WILD GINGER APOTHECARY

6557 Superior Avenue (Gulf Gate Shopping Village), Sarasota 941-312-5630 WildGingerApothecary.com

Community for health + wellness.

Offering hemp CBD, health remedies, metaphysical gifts and tools, crystals, cards, essential oils, jewelry and more! Classes and drop-in tarot and psychic readers daily.

Open Tues -Fri 10am-5pm, Sat 10am-4pm, Closed Sun + Mon

COLON HYDROTHERAPY COLON THERAPY CLINIC

Alain Menard • Allaesia Menard 7733 Holiday Drive • Sarasota, Fl 34231 941-922-7744• ColonTherapyClinic.com

Cleansing for digestive disorders.

Licensed 49 years. Developed gentle technique. Foot bath and ear candling.

FAMILY HEALING CENTER, PA

Dr. Christina Captain, DAOM Nationally Board Certified Dipl.Ac Complimentary Meet & Greet The Medical Complex 2650 Bahia Vista Street, Suite 101, Sarasota, 941-951-1119 •FamilyHealingCenter.com

Family Healing Center, an integrative wellness practice.

Addressing all health issues we will find the key to unlock your highest level of health and wellness. Complimentary Meet & Greet

ACUPUNCTURE FACELIFT FACES BY DR ANNA

Anna L. Baker, D.O.M. Nationally Board Certified Acupuncture Physician 941-924-2723 • FacesByDrAnna.com

Unique muscle-tightening acupuncture facelift and necklift done with 12 hair-thin needles, none of which are on the face. Results documented photographically. Only one maintenance treatment needed every 18 months. Free consultation includes facial analysis. Monthly seminars, call for schedule.

CHIROPRACTORS DR. AMY TAFEEN, D.C.

Mobile Chiropractic Or in Sarasota/Bradenton Offices 941-447-2041 • DrAmyTafeen.com

Dr. Amy provides exceptional and compassionate chiropractic care for pregnancy, infants, children, and adults! She has over 40 years of experience providing both long-term wellness and acute injury care. She loves working with babies and kids, and also specializes in athletic care. Dr. Amy is now offering mobile chiropractic! She’s excited to either come to you at your home or office (using COVID safety protocols), or to see you at one of her Sarasota or Bradenton office spaces. Dr. Amy has a cash practice and is not currently accepting insurance.

Contact Dr. Amy TODAY to discuss scheduling and pricing. She is offering complimentary phone consultations to talk about whether chiropractic is for you!

GENTLEBAY SARASOTA CHIROPRACTIC

Residual Strain Therapy Eric Winder DC Offices in Sarasota and Venice, FL 941-957-8390 • eric.winder.dc@gmail.com

Professional care with a personal focus. Feel better through proper alignment, and get back to work and play! See our website for more information.

CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY AND LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE

TERRY SCHIBLER, LMT MA11621

Fusion Therapy 7069 South Tamiami Trail, Sarasota 941-921-7900 • FusionTherapySarasota.com Terry Schibler has 30 years experience in advanced bodywork. He has a singular ability to trace, recognize and treat complex pain patterns through numerous modalities such as CranioSacral Therapy, Lymphatic Drainage, Visceral and Fascial manipulation.

Terry’s hands-on work is effective for a wide range of problems associated with pain and dysfunction such as Migraines, Chronic neck/back pain, Concussions, TMJ, Post-surgical dysfunction...and more.

DENTISTRY WHITE SANDS DENTISTRY

Dr. Martina Mallery 520 48th Street Court E. Bradenton 941-748-9393 WSDentalManager@gmail.com WhiteSandsDentistry.com

Our holistic & biological dental practice offers fluoride-free, mercury-free and mercury-safe procedures, Huggins Protocol, biological extractions, jaw-bone cavitation/NICO revisions, Ozone Therapy, holistic dental hygiene protocols, phase-contrast microscopy, homeopathic support, metal-free restorations, dental material biocompatibility testing, detoxification protocols and nutritional counseling all the while taking highly conservative and preventative approach.

ENERGY HEALING HEALING ROOMBLUE LIGHT ENERGY HEALING

HEALING ROOM, ENERGY HEALING, BIOFEEDBACK STRESS MANAGEMENT, PEMF Treatments to balance over a thousand conditions!

Infrared Inversion, Sound Immersion with the Singing Bowls 718-791-3797 • PureFieldForce@gmail.com

Energy Healing helps the body with a long list of conditions, aches, pains and imbalances.

Biofeedback Scanning locates the imbalances and it also corrects them. PEMF (Pulsed Magnetic Field Therapy) reenergizes damaged cells, it is a powerful tool to MANAGE PAIN! 941-586-9539, Facebook.com/CreateBalanceandHealing

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FELDENKRAIS METHOD®

MEDIUMSHIP & SPIRITUAL READINGS

THE FELDENKRAIS METHOD®

Lessons for Children (ABM), Adults, Classes, Prof Seminars Bonnie Kissam, M.A., Feldenkrais® Practitioner, LMT, CE Provider 941-360-2248 Bonnie@FeldenkraisInSarasota.com FeldenkraisInSarasota.com

The Feldenkrais® Approach , ‘Movement with Attention’, helps one ‘sense easier, improved posture and ways of moving. Clients optimize their musical, athletic or everyday activities through heightened ‘awareness’. They find unique ways to recover from injury, surgeries or illness. Call for appointments, classes or for weekend TOUCH TO INFORM seminars 941-360-2248 , Bonnie@FeldenkraisInSarasota.com.

FUNCTIONAL & LIFESTYLE WELLNESS

KORMAN RELIEF & WELLNESS CENTER Laura Korman, DC, DACBN Chiropractor, Diplomate in Nutrition 16954 Toledo Blade Blvd, Port Charlotte 941-629-6700 • DrLauraKorman.com

Dr. Korman specializes in helping peri-menopausal women eliminate pain, fatigue and unwanted belly fat through functional medicine, lifestyle strategies and regenerative therapies so they can reclaim their vitality and stay engaged in the life they love. We offer PEMF (Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy), Class IV Deep Tissue Laser, Near & Far Infrared Sauna, Decompression Therapies, Whole Body Vibration and carry a professional line of supplementation.

HYPNOTHERAPY HEART CENTERED SOUL-UTIONS

Colleen Keegan Certified Transpersonal Hypnotherapist Eye Movement Desensitization, NLP, Reiki Master Life & Wellness Coach Releasing Trauma; Creating vitality and resiliency in Mind, Body, Spirit 808-224-6164 Colleen@ColleenKeegan.com WOULD YOU LIKE TO BREAK FREE OF ANXIETY and negative thought patterns? Colleen is a highly skilled Certified Transpersonal Hypnotherapist, NLP, EMDR Practitioner and Life Coach. She can help you remove blocks to better sleep, improve your health, gain life balance, create satisfying relationships, enhance work performance and more! Call for a FREE Consultation. Colleen is based in Sarasota and works by phone and Zoom.

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INTERNATIONAL MEDIUM, SPIRITUAL INTUITIVE & CLAIRVOYANT

Caroline Crawford Messages from the spirit world with clarity and compassion.

941-402-9595 • CarolineCrawford.org CarolineCrawfordorg@gmail.com

Highly gifted British Medium and Master Healer, Caroline channels messages of healing to comfort, inspire and empower you from your loved ones and her team of Angelic beings. Receive guidance & insight into your life now and your future career, relationships, health and spiritual path with renewed confidence and optimism. Touching hearts for over four decades, Caroline is currently based in Sarasota. By appointment only, in person, by phone or zoom.

NATURAL FOOD CAFE EVERGREEN

801 S Tamiami Trail, Nokomis, FL 941-412-4334 • CafeEvergreen.net

Cafe Evergreen is a natural, organic restaurant. Our menu consists of many organic recipes designed to not only taste delicious, but also enhance your health. Open 7 days a week 11am-9pm.

NATURAL PET FOOD HOLISTIC FOR PETS

5411 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota, 941-378-4367 5770 Ranch Lake Blvd, East Bradenton, 753-7297 • HolisticForPets.com

Specializing in Hypo-allergenic Foods, Frozen Natural Raw Foods, Herbal & Homeopathic Remedies, Detergent & Soap Free Shampoo, Natural Flee Preventatives Skin Care Products, Healthy treats, Toys and gifts.

NEUROFEEDBACK THE BRAINWAVE CENTER

640 S. Washington Blvd., Suite 150 941-552-4500 • BrainwaveSarasota.com

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We offer Brain Mapping and Neurofeedback Training. Non-drug, Non-invasive relief for anxiety, depression, ADHD, Trauma, and more. Free consultation. Retrain Your Brain & Enjoy Life!

PAIN MANAGEMENT NECK AND BACK PAIN DISC CENTERS OF AMERICA/SARASOTA

Dr. David Cifra, DC Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression Specialist Office: 941-358-2224 • Cell: 315-345-7390 DrCifra@SarasotaDiscCenter.com www.SarasotaDiscCenter.com

Medical Breakthrough Technology!

Non-Surgical Spinal Decompress i o n S p e c i a l i s t , D r. D a v i d Cifra,DC. Advanced procedure for patients who have back and neck pain and want to avoid narcotics, epidural injections, and unnecessary surgeries. Over 90% effective. No pain, No drugs, No surgery, NO Injections. Call today 941-358-2224. FREE CONSULTATION.

PSYCHIC READERS SKYE SAMUEL READINGS

at Wild Ginger Apothecary 6557 Superior Avenue (Gulf Gate Shopping Village), Sarasota 941-312-5630 WildGingerApothecary.com

Fourth-generation Psychic Intuitive Tarot Reader, Skye Samuel, is now available full time for readings Tuesday-Saturday at metaphysical and health boutique, Wild Ginger Apothecary. Skye has over 35 years’ experience and specializes in direct question answering for all matters of love, health, money, and life. Inperson, virtual video or phone available. Book online or drop-in. Tues - Fri 10am-5pm, Sat 10am-4pm.

PET SUPPLIES HOLISTIC FOR PETS

5411 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota 941-378-4367 5770 Ranch Lake Blvd. East Bradenton, 753-7297 HolisticForPets.com

Specializing in Hypo-allergenic Foods, Frozen Natural Raw Foods, Herbal & Homeopathic Remedies, Detergent & Soap Free Shampoo, Natural Flee Preventatives Skin Care Products, Healthy treats, Toys and gifts

SHAMANIC PRACTICES SPIRITUAL COUNSELOR, SHAMANIC AND REIKI PRACTICES

Rev. Zan Benham, BSL, BD, CHT 941-922-7839

Spiritual counselor, shamanic practitioner, Reiki healing, breath, and energy work, hypnosis, soul retrieval, past life regression all to empower and help you move into the Divine flow of the joy and power within you.

SPIRITUAL CENTERS CENTER FOR METAPHYSICAL FELLOWSHIP

3231 Gulf Gate Drive, Suite 204, Sarasota 941-266-8435 CMFSarasota.org • Facebook: CMF of Sarasota

10:30 Sunday worship with inspired talk, music, spirit messages and healing.

Weekly classes, special events, monthly message gallery. Come to engage, be enriched and enlightened.

CENTER FOR SPIRITUAL LIVING CULTURAL COAST Rev. Theresa Fieberts 941-376-0177 CSLCulturalCoast.org Info@CSLCulturalCoast.org

Sometimes meditative, sometimes rockin’ ~ always inspirational. Our Sunday services on-line via FB or YouTube, meditation group, prayer support, on-going enrichment and Science of Mind classes, networking and community building! Sign up for our e-newsletter at CSLCulturalCoast.org.

THERMOGRAPHY FLORIDA MEDICAL THERMOGRAPHY June Drennon, CCT 2008

JuneDrennon@TampaBayThermography.com

727-729-2711 FloridaMedicalThermography.com

JuneDrennon@FloridaMedicalThermography.com

Certified Clinical Thermographer 2008. Prevention is better than early detection.

Knowledge is power: Know your risk factors to make corrections and avoid developing pathology. Call for location convenient for you.

SARASOTA CENTER OF LIGHT

852 S Tuttle Ave, Sarasota 941-953-6620 • sarasotacenteroflight.com

Experience the peaceful energy, love and light of our metaphysical spiritual community. Join us for the inspiration, healing and connection to Spirit in our services, classes and social gatherings.

YOGA WILD GINGER APOTHECARY

6557 Superior Avenue (Gulf Gate Shopping Village), Sarasota 941-312-5630 WildGingerApothecary.com

Community for health + wellness.

Offering hemp CBD, bulk herbs, remedies, sage, gifts, cards, metaphysical tools, essential oils, jewelry and more! Classes and drop-in psychic readers daily. Open Tues - Fri 10am-5pm, Sat 10am-4pm, Closed Sun + Mon

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