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DEPARTMENTS 9 news briefs 10 health briefs 12 global briefs 20 healing ways 26 conscious eating 28 wise words 32 healthy kids 34 natural pet 36 calendar 40 classifieds 41 resource guide

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14 14 SURPRISING WAYS HEMP CAN SAVE OUR PLANET

18 MARIJUANA & HEMP What's the Difference?

20 MULTIFACETED CHIROPRACTIC

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22 CHOOSING A CHIROPRACTOR How to Find the Best Fit

26 ‘LESS MEAT’ GOES MAINSTREAM Options Grow for Plant-Based Eating

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30 MAMMOGRAPHY vs THERMOGRAPHY An Integrative Approach Can Maximize Prevention, Early Detection

32 HEALING OUR KIDS Reversing a Rising Tide of Chronic Conditions

34 FAREWELL TO A BELOVED PET

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Dr. Jeff Deatherage Joins The Joint Chiropractic The Joint Chiropractic welcomes Dr. Jeff Deatherage, DC, as the new lead Doctor of Chiropractic at their Tropicana Beltway location.

Deatherage is originally from the east coast of Florida where he attended the University of Florida and graduated with an undergraduate degree in Sociology and Psychology.

After working in the insurance field for several years, Deatherage decided to follow his true passion of chiropractics and returned to school. In 2011 he graduated with a Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Life University, Marietta, Georgia where he was an active member of the Activator, Full Spine and Motion Palpation clubs. He studied numerous chiropractic techniques including: Thompson, Gonstead, Toggle and CBP. Deatherage has practiced chiropractic all over the world including: El Salvador, Singapore, China as well as, Chicago, IL and Atlanta, GA. The Joint requires their doctors of chiropractic to deliver the highest standards of care. All chiropractors are licensed health professionals trained to locate and correct joint restrictions (subluxations) of the spine and extremities, thereby helping patients to lead a more healthy, active lifestyle.

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Brain Solutions, Inc Open House Event Brain Solutions Inc. in Las Vegas will host an open house at 6:30 p.m., October 18, with a brief presentation, tour of the f a c i l it y, Q & A and possibly a Kirsten López, MA chance to hear from families that have been helped.

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Knitting Releases the Blues Knitting can alleviate the blues, slow the onset of dementia and distract from chronic pain, according to a survey published in The British Journal of Occupational Therapy. Eighty-one percent of respondents described feeling happier after a session of needlework. In another study, researchers at the Benson-Henry Institute for Mind-Body Medicine at Massachusetts General Hospital found that the act of knitting lowers heart rates by an average of 11 beats per minute, eliciting a state of relaxation similar to that of yoga.

A Mayo Clinic study found that crafts like knitting and crocheting also reduce the chance of developing mild cognitive impairment by 28 percent. In a University of British Columbia study, 74 percent of 38 women with the eating disorder anorexia reported that it lessened the intensity of their fears and thoughts and cleared their minds of eating disorder preoccupations. In a survey of 1,000 members of the British group Knit for Peace, one in five respondents reported that knitting reduced their arthritic pain.

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Researchers from the University of California, Los Angeles, have found that receiving music therapy can significantly lessen a patient’s need for opioids and other painkillers after invasive surgery. The researchers tested 161 patients; 49 in the music group and 112 in a control group. After their surgery, both groups were offered painkillers intravenously at doses requested by the patient. Of those engaged in music therapy, 86 percent avoided the painkillers, compared to only 26 percent of the control group.

Music Lessons Make Kids Smarter Structured music lessons significantly enhance children’s cognitive abilities, including languagebased reasoning, shortterm memory and planning, while reducing inhibition, leading to improved academic performance, report researchers from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam.

In the study, 147 Dutch 6-year-olds were divided into music, visual arts and control groups, and monitored for two-and-a-half years. The children in the music group sang, listened to music and played an instrument of their choice one to two hours a week during regular classroom time. Compared to the control group, they demonstrated improved verbal IQ and reasoning skills, and a greater ability to plan, organize and complete tasks, as well as improved academic achievement. Children given structured visual arts lessons showed improvements in visual and spatial memory compared to the control group.

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Tocotrienols are a natural form of vitamin E found in a number of foods, including wheat, barley, corn, rice and palm fruit. A recent meta-review of clinical research finds that tocotrienols can decrease heart-related health risks in seniors such as diabetes, high cholesterol and high blood pressure.

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Acupuncture Soothes Dental Anxiety

Calorie Restriction Slows Aging

Dental anxiety, which can produce dizziness, nausea and breathing difficulties in 4 to 30 percent of patients worldwide, may be relieved by acupuncture, according to research from the University of York, in the UK. Analyzing six studies of 800 patients, researchers found that acupuncture reduced anxiety by an average of eight points on an 80-point scale, a Thirty-seven healthy, non-obese adults between level considered clinically significant.

21 and 50 years old put on a calorie restriction diet for two years showed reduced systemic oxidative stress, indicating greater protection against age related neurological diseases such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s, as well as cancer and diabetes.

Participants in this research, conducted by Pennington Biomedical Research, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, cut their calories by 15 percent and lost an average of 20 pounds without experiencing anemia, excessive bone loss or menstrual disorders. Their metabolism also slowed, indicating that they burned energy more efficiently, a factor that may be linked to longevity.

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Food Finder

Software Tracks Farm to Fork Supply Chain

Serious concerns have surfaced about food transparency, and people are asking questions. Documentaries like Rotten urge consumers to think twice about the origins and ingredients of their food, but answers are not always readily available.

In addition to environmental concerns like long-distance transportation, people are worried about food recalls and safety. FoodLogiQ’s software solution creates “farm to fork traceability”, welcoming companies across the industry to participate, with approximately 7,000 having registered so far in some 100 countries—including Whole Foods, Chipotle Mexican Grill, Carl’s Jr., Subway, Buffalo Wild Wings and the Panda Restaurant Group.

Information provides useful details such as where the food was harvested, whether pesticides were used, where the food traveled and how it was processed. FoodLogiQ Chief Marketing Officer Katy Jones suggests this is an important moment of change in the food industry, saying, “Food companies are embracing global standards to increase efficiencies and build a foundation for traceability and supply chain visibility.”

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Creating Food from Carbon Dioxide

By 2050, the world’s population is estimated to hit 10 billion, and food production will need to increase by 70 percent. Traditional farming won’t be able to keep up. Lisa Dyson, who holds three degrees in physics, including a Ph.D. from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, in Boston, knows the reason: ubiquitous carbon dioxide.

This byproduct of burning fossil fuels is a known culprit in the pace of climate change.

Dyson is revolutionizing the way protein is made. Several years ago, she and colleague John Reed came across NASA reports from the 1960s and ’70s that discussed using microbes to recycle carbon dioxide aboard spacecraft. “We were fascinated by their research. We wondered if we could develop a similar technology that would enable us to recycle carbon dioxide into valuable products here on Earth,” Dyson says.

Their startup, Kiverdi, uses microbes to transform carbon into biobased products in special bio-reactors similar to the giant urns used to brew beer. This year, they’re commercializing a new process to transform CO2 into protein powder. The end product, Planet+Protein, is packed with essential amino acids, vitamins and minerals.

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Ivory Outlawed

UK Banning Both Legal and Illegal Trade

The UK Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs is in the process of implementing a near-total ivory ban.

It can’t happen soon enough because elephant populations continue to dramatically decline. As recognized by the parties to the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species last September, “Countries with domestic ivory markets that contribute to elephant poaching or the illegal ivory trade should take all necessary legislative, regulatory and enforcement measures to close such markets as a matter of urgency.”

Any legal ivory market leads to a parallel illegal market because ivory from recently killed elephants can be made to look like old ivory, which is legal in many countries, through processes like chipping, staining and cracking.

The UK has long played a role in the international ivory trade. During the colonial era, more than a million elephants were killed to feed British demand for everything from ivory ornaments and piano keys to billiard balls and cutlery. Much of that material remains in the UK today, fueling the market. Trade data indicates that the UK is still the world’s largest exporter of legal ivory, most of which goes to Asian destinations like China and Hong Kong.

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Corporate Conscience

Leading Food Companies Aim to Slash Energy Footprints

McDonald’s plans to reduce greenhouse emissions from their restaurants, corporate offices and supply chain by more than 30 percent by 2030. They’re the first restaurant chain with goals backed by the Science Based Targets initiative. The company expects to decrease its total emissions by more than 150 million tons.

AB InBev, the parent company of Anheuser-Busch and Budweiser beer, has ambitious plans to purchase electricity only from renewable sources for its worldwide operations in seven years.

The first step includes Bud Light. The goal is for all operations in the company’s 12 Budweiser breweries across the U.S. to be powered by renewable energy.

Budweiser plants outside the U.S. will also switch to all-renewable energy, with all products planned to transition by 2025. The new status will be denoted by the label “100% Renewable Energy”.

Saudi Solar

Oil Giant to Invest in Renewable Energies Project

Saudi Arabia intends to host the world’s largest solar project. “It’s a huge step in human history,” says Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman.

“It’s bold, risky and we hope we succeed in doing that.”

Solar power is a logical choice for the country. Its capital, Riyadh, averages 8.9 hours of sunshine a day. The nation is also projected to be severely impacted if climate change raises global temperatures 1.5 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels. According to Climate Action Tracker, if the global temperature rises 3 to 4 degrees Celsius, 75 percent of the country would be excessively arid by the end of the century.

According to the most recent data available from the U.S. Energy Information Administration, Saudi Arabia produces 13 percent of the world’s oil and currently obtains 60 percent of its electric energy from petroleum.

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Plastic Bag Deterrents Working in European Waters

Turtle Turnaround

Hatchlings Return to Mumbai Beach After 20 Years

At Versova Beach, in the Indian coastal city of Mumbai, local volunteers have stepped up to finally clean up a shore covered in ankle-deep trash and waste.

The United Nations described the transformation as the world’s largest beach cleanup project ever, and the work has been rewarded with serious environmental progress.

For the first time in 20 years, Olive Ridley sea turtles have hatched at Versova. The turtle is currently classified as vulnerable by the International Union for Conservation of Nature because of environmental pollution. They’re the smallest and most common sea turtle, but all species are threatened by human encroachment and pollution.

Lawyer and conservationist Afroz Shah says, “I had tears in my eyes when I saw them walking towards the ocean.” Local ecologists say it’s possible the Olive Ridley turtles have been nesting on the beach without anyone noticing, but capturing this momentous occasion is a huge boon to the volunteers, which have encountered some resistance via harassment and bureaucracy.

A new study shows that there are significantly fewer plastic bags on the seafloor since a number of European countries introduced fees on them, according to a 25-year study from the UK government’s Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science (CEFAS).

Researchers saw an estimated 30 percent drop in the number of plastic bags in waters around Norway, Germany, northern France and Ireland. “It is encouraging to see that efforts by all of society, whether the public, industry, non-government organizations or government, to reduce plastic bags are having an effect,” says Thomas Maes, a marine litter scientist at CEFAS. “We also observed sharp declines in the percentage of plastic bags captured by fishing nets trawling the seafloor around the UK compared to 2010, and this research suggests that by working together, we can reduce, reuse and recycle to tackle the marine litter problem.”

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14 October 2018

SURPRISING WAYS HEMP CAN SAVE OUR PLANET

by Mary Biles

IT’S OFFICIAL – OUR PLANET IS IN A MESS. The wanton destruction of the rainforests, mass farming techniques, industrial-scale contamination and out of control consumerism have wreaked havoc on this place we call home. But a humble hemp plant, much-maligned throughout modern history, might provide some practical solutions to the impending environmental disaster we are facing.

When you consider that hemp could replace practically any object made from petroleum-based plastic, we start to get a hint at the ecological potential of this versatile plant.

Why did the world fall out of love with hemp?

Hemp also known as industrial hemp, has been grown and cultivated for thousands of years, not just for its medicinal properties, but also for the plant’s strong and versatile fiber. Historic remains include a 2000 year old hemp wig found in Sichuan, China. And, right up until the beginning of the twentieth century, hemp fibers were commonly used to make rope, sails and paper.

There have been some pretty famous hemp farmers over the years. Founding fathers Thomas Jefferson and George Washington were both industrial hemp growers, with Jefferson writing extensively about hemp cultivation.

Henry Ford built and designed a car constructed from hemp grown on his estate. He described it as “grown from the soil” with its hemp plastic panels that were reportedly 10 times stronger than steel.

Where did it all go wrong?

As is often the case, what happens in the United States sets the pace for the rest of the world. In 1937 the US Marihuana [sic] Tax Act came into being, effectively prohibiting the cultivation and sale of the cannabis plant. Set against the backdrop of a concerted slur campaign in which the newly termed ‘marijuana’ was portrayed as the root of moral decline, industrial hemp found itself lumped together with its psychoactive variant, bringing an end to hemp cultivation in the US. Were there dark forces conspiring to end hemp’s future as a cost effective alternative for the paper industry? Was it just coincidence that hemp’s demise cleared the way for the newly patented petrochemical material nylon? No one will ever know. However, hemp suddenly went from being a proclaimed ‘new billion dollar super crop’ with the potential to make 25,000 products, to an agricultural pariah.

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But, hemp is back, and with it a potential environmental revolution. Hemp can make up for lost time and potentially undo some of the catastrophic damage we’ve inflicted on our planet over the last 100 years.

Hemp Based Plastics Plastic is the environmental scourge of modern times. Mostly derived from petrochemicals, according to Ecowatch it takes 500-1000 years for plastic to break down. Consider that in just one year 500 billion plastic bags are used worldwide, making up 90% of rubbish floating on the ocean’s surface. Our compulsive plastic consumption is having a serious effect on the environment.

But, here’s where hemp can step in. Hemp can be used to make cellulose, a component of plastics such as cellophane, celluloid and rayon. It can also form part of a biocomposite plastic

It is crucial to find a more sustainable source of paper than wood chip. Hemp, our ecological hero, could just be the ticket.

One acre of hemp produce the same amount of paper as four acres of trees. The actual production process is cleaner with no chemical processing.

Hemp paper lasts longer than paper made from wood pulp and it can be recycled more times. Plus, after the hemp harvest, crop regenerates within months. Whole ecosystems are permanently destroyed by the logging industry.

Hemp Biofuel Hemp can be made into fuel either by turning the pressed hempseed oil into biodiesel or taking the fermented stalks and making ethanol or methanol. For economic reasons hemp biofuel hasn’t gained popularity. However, one advantage is that it can be used in any diesel engine without having to make alterations and it’s much kinder to the environment, with hemp emitting 47% less carbon monoxide than ordinary diesel.

According to Chris Conrad in his book, Hemp: Lifeline To The Future the CO2 emissions from burning hemp, as fuel, matches the CO2 the plant has taken from the environment while growing, thus creating what’s known as a ‘closed carbon cycle’.

Hemp Clothing Hemp cloth is probably one of the plant’s most well known uses.

Today it’s a popular eco-fabric because the production process is much cleaner than cotton.

Hemp requires few pesticides, comparatively little water and is more cost effective as it only takes one acre of hemp to produce as much as two to three acres of cotton.

– where it’s either mixed with a synthetic polymer or as part of a totally organic mix.

Studies have found these hemp based plastics are five times more stiff and two and a helf times stronger than traditional plastic made from polypropylene. No wonder then that almost 100 years after Henry Ford’s Hemp Car, hemp plastic is being utilized by some companies in the automobile sector as well as, in products as varied as sunglasses, plastic bags and dogs toys.

Hemp Paper Paper, like plastic, is ubiquitous in the modern world. How many of us actually consider the environmental impact of its consumption? According to the Paper Project, the pulp and paper industry is the third largest industrial polluter to air, water and land in Canada and the United States, releasing well over 100 million kg of toxic pollution each year. It takes more water to make a ton of paper than for any other product. Adding to the environmental impact, an estimated 46-58 thousand square miles of forest are lost each year, equaling approximately 48 football fields every minute. Reports suggest that if deforestation continues at the current rate, it will take less than 100 years to destroy all the rainforests on the planet.

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Hemp Building Materials

Hemp as a Soil Decontaminant

Entire houses can be constructed from hemp thanks to hempcrete, a more sustainable alternative to concrete. Made from hemp, lime and water hempcrete has a negative carbon footprint, meaning more CO2 is absorbed by the hemp plant during cultivation than emitted during construction. In addition, walls made of hempcrete continue to absorb carbon dioxide over their lifetime.

This is a building material that keeps giving to the environment.

This is an excellent, friendly use of hemp. Modern industry pollutes and the hemp plant cleans up pollution.

Colorado State University researchers have validated what farmers have known for decades; hemp can remove heavy metals and radioactive toxins from polluted soil through a process called phytoremediation, whereby contaminants are absorbed through the fast-growing roots of the hemp plant that transforms toxins into other harmless substances.

After the Chernobyl nuclear disaster of 1986, industrial hemp was sown in order to clear the contaminants from the soil. Hemp has also been found to absorb the toxic, heavy metal cadmium, which is a common cause of industrial pollution.

Hemp Revolution It’s time that hemp regain its place as one of the most versatile and sustainable crops on the planet. Join together and start a hemp revolution by seeking and purchasing brands that offer products made from hemp and consuming less plastic in general.

As consumers, we are in a powerful position to again popularize hemp. Vive la Hemp Revolution!

Mary Biles is a British writer with a background in holistic health. Her passion is writing about developments in medical cannabis, cannabinoid research and where possible interviewing the scientists that make these new discoveries.

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Marijuana & Hemp What's the Difference?

by Hannah Thomas

HEMP, AND ITS COUSIN-CROP MARIJUANA, are both of the species cannabis-sativa, but their uses are vastly different, which ancient civilizations recognized. Cannabis has been used for thousands of years by humans, dating as far back as 8,000 BC where the first use of hemp for fabric was recorded, per the Columbia History of the World. Central Asia, Egypt, and India are among the first places where the use of both marijuana and hemp were discovered. The history of these two crops is intermingled, one following closely behind the other in their introduction to the world; but, unfortunately, recent history has grouped them together, criminalizing them and restricting us from reaping the benefits.

Marijuana, known for its psychoactive effects and ability to ease pain, was used for spiritual and medicinal purposes.

For instance, according to recovery.org, the people of India believed marijuana was protected under the God Shiva, who was the Lord of Bhang (a mixture of marijuana and milk).

Many other religions used the plant for a deeper connection to spirit, and remnants of the burned plant have been discovered in some Shamans’ graves in China and Siberia. In the 1800’s, doctors prescribed marijuana to alleviate some of the side effects of cholera, and today its use as a painkiller has been proven through numerous studies, and has been legalized for medicinal purposes in 20 states.

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Hemp uses are far more expansive because of durability, sustainability, and easy cultivation. Hemp can grow in a variety of climates and soil types. Its versatility was, and is, what made it so attractive to grow. Not only can it grow just about anywhere, but it also helps replenish the soil through phytoremediation (where plants are used to detoxify soil) so other crops can be planted directly after, per The Huffington Post. Hemp can be used for fiber in clothing, for paper (the first draft of the Declaration of Independence was on hemp paper), oil for biofuel or as a superfood, and as a replacement to concrete or other building materials. The crop was even used for sails and ropes for ships.

In colonial America, it was required that all farmers grew hemp, and was accepted as a trade currency, says ministryofhemp.com.

Industrial uses of hemp were unquestioned until the Great Depression hit America, and American’s resentment to immigrants and their culture grew. In the early 1900’s, the recreational uses of marijuana grew with the influx of Mexican immigrants after the Mexican revolution, which is why the Prohibition era on alcohol and drugs aligned anti-marijuana to anti-immigration. Marijuana and hemp were both outlawed (except for industrial uses) with the Marijuana Tax Act of 1937.

The war on drugs heightened, even with people protesting the benefits of each crop. Unfortunately, both hemp and marijuana became a schedule 1 drug with the passage of the Controlled Substance Act (CSA) of 1970. The public has always fought to remove hemp and marijuana from the classification, and it wasn’t until 1996 with the Compassionate Use Act that they were allowed for medicinal purposes, by extracting CBDs. In 2012, Colorado became the first state to allow recreational use of marijuana, with several states following shortly after.

Though still not federally legal, the Hemp Farming act, otherwise known as the Farm Bill, is currently advocating to remove hemp from the CSA. On June 28, 2018, the bill was passed by the Senate and sent on to Trump and the House. The removal of hemp from CSA will not only help our economy by eliminating the need to trade with other countries for hemp, but can also help our environment and overall well-being.

Hannah Thomas is an intern with Mile High Natural Awakenings, studying English Writing at University of Colorado Denver.

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MULTIFACETED CHIROPRACTIC Integrative Approaches Enhance Healing

by Marlaina Donato

MODERN CHIROPRACTORS are often seen primarily as pain specialists, yet their care can encompass much more. While the common focus is better health through spinal manipulation, the origins of chiropractic are manifold. Typical approaches for structural issues and injuries include spinal adjustments, therapeutic ultrasound and heat therapy, but some practitioners also embrace nutrition.

Training requirements for chiropractors vary by state. “Here in Oregon, chiropractic physicians—both legally and through our training—are taught to be primary care physicians,” says Doctor of Chiropractic Michael Herb, of the Absolute Wellness Center, in Eugene, Oregon. “We must complete extensive training not only on the musculoskeletal system, but also on managing various internal medical pathologies such as those related to the cardiovascular system, genitourinary conditions, obstetrics and gynecology. We also learn to perform minor surgical procedures.”

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Chiropractor Tom Hyland Robertson, of Whole Chiropractic Healthcare, in Odenton, Mar yland, notes, “To limit chiropractic to two categories of traditional and integrative isn’t accurate. There are almost as many specialists among doctors of chiropractic (DC) as among medical doctors (M.D.).

There are chiropractors that specialize in pediatrics, veterinary, orthopedics, internal medicine, neurology, radiology and other areas. Integrative chiropractic uses as many tools as possible from the realm of each doctor’s training.”

Integrative Well-Being The world of chiropractic is diverse and growing to meet patient needs. Many chiropractors offer several healing modalities in-house that are geared to take whole-person care to an integrated harmonious level.

“Research shows that patient outcomes are far better with

a multidisciplinary approach to healthcare needs,” says Herb.

“Offering a variety of specialties like physical therapy, sports medicine, nutrition and natural pain relief in my practice means patients receive the care and amount of time they need.

They are not limited by what I personally can offer or have time to provide.”

Many chiropractic facilities nationwide employ acupuncturists and therapeutic massage therapists, offering diverse treatment options like functional medicine and cryotherapy— ice therapy—versus traditional heat therapy.

Robertson provides complementary treatments ranging from nutrition to physical therapy and yoga because he has found it is important to incorporate multiple treatment philosophies, examining the same problem from different angles, saying, “Chiropractic integrates many safe modalities found to be more effective than opioids, for instance.” He notes that early chiropractic was actually integrative, with its founder, Daniel David Palmer, promoting a healthy diet and calmer lifestyle a century ago.

Collaborative Options Progressive chiropractic now includes innovative approaches to treat the nervous system. The cutting-edge field of functional (or chiropractic) neurology, which reactivates partially nonfunctional neural pathways, is employed in cases like concussions, vertigo, migraines, pain syndromes, neuropathy and attention-deficit disorders.

Massage modalities, combined with chiropractic, are widely recognized to significantly increase circulation and improve range of motion. Acupuncture, when used in conjunction with chiropractic treatment, enhances muscle relaxation and fosters easier adjustments.

Chiropractor Kody R. Johnson, of the Johnson Chiropractic and Holistic Health Center, in Columbia, Missouri, is board certified in acupuncture and employs dry needling to target trigger points in tight muscles. He also specializes in functional medicine. Hormone balance, nutritional inadequacies, the presence of heavy metals and genetic markers for disease are all considered in determining a patient’s overall health.

“Chiropractic treatment addresses results of physical stress.

Functional medicine looks at emotional and biochemical stress,” says Johnson. “The chiropractic paradigm is based on the premise that the body has an inborn ability to heal itself. If the only method a provider has to offer is chiropractic adjustments, then they’ll have cases where the patient’s condition doesn’t fully improve because there might be other factors at play, including nutritional deficiencies, toxicities and emotional stress. When we address other relevant issues, we find that patients ‘hold’ their adjustments longer.”

Marlaina Donato is a freelance writer, multimedia artist and author of books in the spirituality and alternative health genres. Connect at MarlainaDonato.com.

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Choosing a Chiropractor How to Find the Best Fit

by Marlaina Donato

CHIROPRACTIC MEDICINE is known for its non-surgical approach to chronic pain and other musculoskeletal conditions, but also has much more to offer. However, finding the right doctor can be as daunting as shopping for a comfortable pair of shoes. Here, three reputable practitioners talk about securing individualized care and getting the most out of chiropractic.

Address Specific Needs Clarifying the desired outcome is helpful, because some clients are just looking for a quick fix to reduce pain, while others may be seeking overall better health, lasting wellness and an improved quality of life.

“Due to insurance issues, we’ve become known as pain doctors, but that’s not the full extent of chiropractic,” explains Dr. Michelle Robin, owner of Your Wellness Connection and the 22 October 2018

educational DrMichelleRobin.com website, in Shawnee, Kansas. “Also, you can see more than one chiropractor, as each has their own strength.”

Dr. Michael Aho, of Crosstown Chiropractic, in Chicago, agrees.

“Chiropractic care encompasses many styles, so one of the biggest variables is the type of treatment the doctor uses. Most offices commonly treat neck, mid-back and low back pain. If you have a specific shoulder, knee or foot problem, you may want to find a doctor that frequently treats those issues. If you are pregnant, choose a chiropractor that has experience working with pregnant women.”

“There are more than 140 different chiropractic techniques. Some are light touch, while others are aggressive. Some are hands-on and some use instruments for adjusting. It’s important that the doctor’s approach resonates with your nature,” advises Dr. Jackie St.Cyr of the Innate Chiropractic Healing Arts Center, in Houston.

Robin advises that sitting in a do c tor’s re cept ion ro om to just observe and trusting our intuition is helpful before moving forward with a consultation.

Ask Questions First, find out if a chiropractor has embraced either a conventional medical or holistic model, and then delve more deeply to find the right approach and level of care. “Ask how long a doctor has practiced and their governing philosophy.

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point of pain, and what range of techniques do they apply? You want them to know your spine before they adjust it; make sure they conduct a new patient exam,” suggests St.Cyr. An exam may include a thermography scan and X-rays.

Helpful questions include what to expect during the initial visit, recommended frequency of treatment, the desired doctor’s office hours and how treatment might benefit a particular condition. Because most chiropractic offices offer compatible treatments, also ask about complementary modalities such as acupuncture, massage therapy, heat therapy, and interferential current therapy using minute electrical pulses for deep tissue pain relief.

Be Consistent “You shouldn’t expect instant results,” says Aho. “You’ll benefit the most if you don’t wait too long after first experiencing symptoms of a problem before starting treatment, and are consistent with your treatment.” Being proactive can foster good results.

St.Cyr concurs, stating, “When patients follow their chiropractor’s recommended routine of regular corrective care, they get the best results. Be consistent with visits and do your customized spinal exercises; they’ve been proven to work.”

Robin expounds that not following through with homecare is a common pitfall for patients. “Like dental care, you always need to do something for your spine every day, be it stretching, other exercise or good nutrition.”

She notes that everyone’s response to chiropractic is different. “Be realistic. If you’ve experienced injuries or accidents, it will take longer, and your healing might look different from that of someone else that is free of injuries and follows a healthier diet. Sometimes people give up on chiropractic instead of finding a chiropractor that is good for them. You wouldn’t give up going to the dentist, and the same should apply to chiropractic care.”

Marlaina Donato is a freelance writer and author. Connect at MarlainaDonato.com.

Chiropractic Techniques Sampler Activator Method – A small, handheld instrument is used to gently address targeted areas for many conditions, especially low back pain and specific types of headaches including migraine. It’s considered safe for children and patients with severe arthritis and osteoporosis.

deficiencies. Also known as Applied Kinesiology.

Acupuncture – The art and science of using needles, and electrical/or manual stimulation of reflex centers throughout the body to create change within organs, glands, and tissues with intent to return the body to normal function.

Nucca/Grostic – This upper cervical technique which involves a specific system of x-ray analysis to determine the subluxation complex. The spinal adjustment is delivered manually but at a very specific angle.

Cox Technique – Dr. Cox has developed a technique of “flexion/disc-traction” which pulls the bulging intervertebral discs and tissues away from the spinal cord and the spinal nerves.

This technique incorporates a special table that breaks away and flexes downward while performing the tractioning maneuver.

Somato Respiratory Integration – Special exercises leverage the body-breath connection to assist stress management, tension release and whole body awareness. It employs focus, breath work, touch and movement. Compatible with other treatments, it can also be done at home.

Diversified – Primarily the use of the practitioner’s hands to make the spinal correction. Many times an audible snap or pop will be heard as the correction is made.

Thompson – Dr. Thompson developed a mechanical drop mechanism for the adjusting table, which reduces spinal adjusting force and reduces patient sensitivity and pain during the spinal adjustment. He has developed a specific technique to be used in conjunction with his Thompson table. It may be considered a nonforce technique by some doctors.

Network Spinal Analysis (network chiropractic) – This low-force technique addresses the entire body to improve communication between the brain and nerves via points along the spine and is suited to all ages.

Flexion-Distraction (Cox Method) – Mechanical and hands-on adjustment aids in stretching of the back. This method is especially beneficial for degenerative disc disease, herniated discs, spinal stenosis, scoliosis, neck Toftness – Dr. Toftness has developed a and back pain and restricted spinal joints. technique which uses a unique tube shaped G o n s t e a d – Dr. Clar ence Gonstead instrument with a series of lenses that help developed Gonstead technique. It adopts the detect the area of subluxation and neurological use of the doctor’s hands to make corrections of disturbances. This instrument is said to the spine. The doctor may use the side posture detect minute radiation and electromagnetic position (lumbar roll) to adjust the lumbar disturbances that exist with spinal subluxations. spine, knee chest table to correct thoracic He uses a very light non-force adjustment in (mid shoulder) problems and the cervical chair conjunction with this instrument to make all to correct cervical (neck) problems while the corrections. patient remains seated. This technique is also Trigger – Trigger points are acupuncture taught in most chiropractic colleges. points which become inflamed with vertebral Graston Technique – Instrument-assisted, soft tissue mobilization helps reduce scar tissue and persistent pain from acute and old injuries, as well as resolve longstanding trigger points in muscles and joints. It promotes circulation in affected areas to reduce pain and inflammation. It also may allay non-systemic causes of fibromyalgia.

Kinesiology – The art and science of testing the strength of certain muscles to determine areas of vertebral subluxations, neurological deficits, and cer tain types of nutritional

subluxations and can be treated mechanically by hand, needle, or electrically such as electrical muscle stimulation for the purpose of pain relief.

Webster Technique – A specific chiropractic analysis and adjustment used to correct subluxations in the pregnant mother’s sacrum and pelvis. This balances the mother’s pelvic muscles and ligaments, providing the physiological environment necessary for optimal baby positioning. This specialized technique was developed by Dr. Larry Webster, Founder of the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association 25

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‘LESS MEAT’ GOES MAINSTREAM Options Grow for Plant-Based Eating

by Marlaina Donato PLANT-BASED lifestyles, once considered by some as a fad that would fade, are on the rise worldwide. According to a Harris Interactive poll commissioned by the Vegetarian Resource Group, 6 million to 8 million Americans have completely eliminated meat, including seafood, from their plates. With a 600 percent increase of people going vegan domestically in the past three years and companies like Nestlé devising vegan-tailored product launches, plant-based eating is creating unprecedented demand.

“I’ve definitely seen plant-based eating become more mainstream. Many restaurants now provide plant-based options to keep their customers happy, and more food startups are creating nutand soy-based cheeses, milks and yogurts,” says Lisa Stollman, a plant-based nutritionist in New York City. Vegan lunch options are even making their way into the Los Angeles public school system.

Millennials Lead the Way

GlobalData, a data and analytics company, reports, “Seventy percent of the world population is either reducing meat consumption or leaving meat off the table altogether,” with Millennials at the forefront.

“The environment has been the Millennial generation’s primary concern. Health is of less importance than interest in making the Earth a better place to live,” says Gene Stone, a plant-based diet expert in Hudson, New York, and author of the bestselling Forks Over Knives: The Plant-Based Way to Health.

Stollman concurs, saying, “The majority of my vegan clients are in their 20s and 30s, and their concern for animal treatment relates to sustainability. Sustainability helps to reduce methane emissions from industrial farms.”

Wynnie Stein, co-owner of the iconic Moosewood Restaurant, in Ithaca, New York, and co-author of its groundbreaking spinoff vegetarian cookbooks, has witnessed monumental changes since the early 1970s. Younger cooks at Moosewood have also brought passionate innovations to the establishment. “Millennials are incredibly creative, especially with plant-based and gluten-free dishes. They’re committed to animal rights and issues that affect the health of the planet,” observes Stein.

Benefits All Ages

Since the American Medical Association’s recent suggestion that hospitals consider providing plant-based meals for patients, per-

ceptions are shifting. Holistic Cardiologist Joel Kahn, in Ferndale, Michigan, began teaching plant-based diets to heart patients in 1990, and has subsequently seen hundreds of them avoid invasive and surgical procedures, as well as show less evidence of heart disease, Type 2 diabetes, obesity and hypertension. “Many of my patients have decreased or eliminated the otherwise lifelong ‘jail’ of prescription drugs. They learned that disease reversal, not management, is the goal,” says Kahn.

Supermarkets across the country are stocking meatless products like plant-based burgers. Many athletes and bodybuilders that have switched away from eating meat attest to improved r esults by tapping into plant power. People of all walks of life, including seniors, have embraced this paradigm. “There is increased interest in health as Baby Boomers age and start to realize the benefits of a plant-based diet, much of it due to myriad new research,” says Stone.

According to the Harvard School of Public Health, a diet rich in vegetables and fruits lowers blood pressure. The American Diabetes Association supports a nutrient-dense vegetarian diet that can decrease the risk of certain diseases.

For Stollman’s vegan clients aged 50 and older, “Health plays a strong role in their interest in plant-based eating. The science has become clear and, based on the evidence, I continue to teach my clients the importance of including plant-based meals in their daily diets,” she says.

Looking Forward

The surge of people changing their diet has a multilevel impact. “I feel deeply grateful to have been able to help spread the word about plant-based diets. Health, the environment and animal protection are great concerns of mine,” says Stone.

Stein appreciates how the positive change in diet benefiting people and the planet is coming full circle. “We’re still amazed and honored to know that our cookbooks have helped to create a sea change. Folks visiting from all over the world tell us how our recipes have influenced several generations of their families.”

Marlaina Donato is a freelance writer, multimedia artist and author of books in the spirituality and alternative health genres.

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DONNA KARAN on Fashioning Healthful Change

by April Thompson AS A STYLE ICON, humanitarian and pioneer of conscious consumerism, Donna Karan has elevated fashion to a platform for change throughout her career, using her celebrity status to raise funds for AIDS research in the 1990s and more recently venturing into alternative health care.

Karan’s first collection under her signature label DKNY, which debuted in 1985, aimed to dress women in comfortable, professional clothes that embraced and flattered the female form. The brand was built on women’s strengths, rather than insecurities; her iconic 1992 “In Women We Trust” ad campaign depicted the inauguration of a female president.

Her latest multidimensional Urban Zen project (UZIT) supports cultural preservation, compassionate health care and education. The affiliated brand integrates luxury and sustainability with multicultural traditions and modern trends in a multifaceted line of clothing, accessories and beauty care products.

UZIT fuses Eastern healing techniques and Western medicine in a patient-centric model intended to foster calm in the midst of the stress and chaos of illness. The complementary therapies program was born out of Karan’s challenging period serving as a caregiver during her late husband’s struggle with lung cancer.

Karan is a member of the Coty Hall of Fame and recipient of the Council of Fashion Designers of America’s Lifetime Achievement Award and Glamour’s Woman of the Year award.

How has your fashion style and philosophy changed over the course of your career?

For me, fashion has always been about “dressing and addressing.”

It all started when the AIDS epidemic broke out in the late 1980s, and the fashion community came together to launch Seventh on Sale to raise funds and awareness for the disease that was taking the lives of so many talented designers. Now more than ever, we must address such issues.

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My philosophy and purpose has always been inspired by cultures, creators and artisans from all corners of the world, connecting past, present and future. I launched the nonprofit organization Urban Zen to create a community of change through philanthropy and commerce. I want consumers to be aware that their purchases provide the power to help others in need.

How is the UZIT program enhancing health and well-being?

UZIT came about after witnessing the ones I loved suffer and going through their experiences by their sides. Launched in partnership with yoga instructor Rodney Yee, the program has trained members of collaborating healthcare and yoga communities in the healing modalities of yoga therapy, reiki, essential oil therapy, nutrition and contemplative care.

The goal is to change the healthcare system by bringing care back into health care. Rather than just treat the disease, we need to treat patients, their loved ones and their caregivers. We also must express care for the doctors and nurses that are part of the story; they need gentle care every bit as much. We are all on this journey together.

Therapists at centers such as the University of California, Los Angeles, rehabilitation unit have seen results with patients suffering from stress, claustrophobia, headaches and back pain through these techniques. Many patients report feeling more

relaxed, sleeping better and experiencing less pain and anxiety than they had ever experienced with medication.

Do you see some positive trends in fashion today?

More people are paying attention to sustainability in fashion today than ever before, and more designers are using materials and fabrics that respect people and the planet; for example, by using quality materials that endure.

Recycling fabrics and materials is one way to contribute to sustainability. We work with the Apparent Project, which recycles cereal boxes to make beautiful necklaces, as well as with Paula Coles, who makes bags out of T-shirts.

Can fashion effect social change in the world?

I view fashion, design and style all as platforms for conscious change. I use fashion to raise awareness and inspire change in the areas of well-being, conscious consumerism and integrative education.

Today, there is a greater emphasis on preserving our world cultures and maintaining the authenticity that comes from traditional artisans and artists. A collaborative mentality of “we” is far healthier than one of “me”.

Connect with April Thompson, in Washington, D.C., at AprilWrites.com.

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THERMOGRAPHY An Integrative Approach Can Maximize Prevention, Early Detection

By Joel Shuler

TO MAXIMIZE PREVENTIVE care for breast health, which is best – mammography or thermography?

Conventional medical care providers continue to promote annual mammograms for women over age 40 as the best way to detect breast cancer. There are, however, more providers in the conventional medical community who acknowledge that thermography can play an important role as both an early detection tool and a preventive care tool for overall breast health.

What’s the Difference?

Standard preventive guidance for all women includes an annual clinical breast exam starting at age 20 and annual mammogram beginning at age 40 (earlier for women considered “high risk”).

A leading source of breast health information and cancer prevention, The Susan G. Komen website (www.komen.org), states emphatically, “Mammography is the best screening tool for breast cancer used today.”

Most women have a good understanding of mammography, which involves creating an image of the breast through X-ray technology and breast compression. X-ray images can reveal early signs of breast cancer, such as dense calcium deposits.

Mammography focuses on abnormalities in the physical or anatomical structures within the breast.

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sure. Questions have been raised for decades, by researchers and members of the traditional medical community, about the need for mass annual X-ray screenings. The National Cancer Institute has noted potential harms due to radiation exposure, and a 2006 study published in the British Journal of Radiobiology stated that the type of radiation used in X-ray-based screenings is more carcinogenic than previously believed.

Thermography focuses on physiological changes in temperature and vascular activity. Infrared imaging is used to detect heat and analyze vascular activity. Thermography is based on the principle that chemical and blood vessel activity is higher and produces more heat in pre-cancerous and cancerous tissue.

Pre-cancerous and cancerous masses need an abundant supply of nutrients to grow, and this increased blood flow and vascular activity in breasts or other areas of the body can be detected and monitored through thermography.

Thermography does not involve radiation or breast compression. It has been an FDA-approved screening procedure to detect breast cancer (in conjunction with mammography) for more than 30 years. Still, many conventional practitioners don’t know much about the practice, largely because medical schools don’t teach it. The practice also continues to be dogged by critics who consider it “pseudoscience” and point to exaggerated marketing claims sometimes made by thermography practitioners. Even the FDA issued a “Safety Communication” in 2011 that stated, “…thermography is not a replacement for screening mammography and should not be used by itself to diagnose breast cancer.”

An Integrative Approach Thermography advocates say they’ve never called for thermography to replace mammography. In fact, advocates have long supported a integrative approach. The American College of Clinical Thermology (ACCT) describes thermography as “an adjunct to the appropriate use of mammography,” not a competitor.

The ACCT website states that thermography “has the ability to identify patients at the highest level of risk and actually increase

the effective usage of mammography and ultrasound.”

Adding thermography to the breast health toolkit, advocates say, is important because the procedure can detect heat and vascular abnormalities years before being discovered by any other procedure, including mammography.

“Thermography can detect physiologic changes associated with a cancer while it is still at a cellular level—before it becomes visible on a mammogram,” says Dr. Thomas Hudson, a diagnostic radiologist and independent women’s imaging consultant based at the Women’s Center for Radiology in Orlando, Fla. Hudson is also the author of Journey to Hope, written to help women understand the intricacies of breast health and breast cancer.

Hudson says thermography has preventive care benefits beyond early breast cancer detection. He notes on his Journey to Hope website that it can indicate an imbalance in estrogen levels associated with higher breast cancer risk and can detect lymphatic congestion, which can be a precursor to disease.

“In short, thermography is a way to monitor breast health, not just a way to detect breast disease,” he says. “Thermography offers a woman the chance to become aware of worrisome physiological changes before there is a diagnosable cancer—which is when risk-reduction strategies such as diet, exercise and stress reduction are most effective.”

Hudson acknowledges that the conventional medical community has been slow to embrace thermography, but he believes that will change.

“As medicine becomes more integrative, many of these issues will disappear.

Thermography will become more accepted as paradigms change and perspectives broaden,” he says. “Thermography doesn’t replace mammography. It adds a muchneeded piece to the puzzle, providing risk information and possible early warning that mammography cannot.”

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HEALING OUR KIDS Reversing a Rising Tide of Chronic Conditions

by Ronica A. O’Hara

THE STATISTICS ARE STARTLING—as many as a quarter to one half of American children now have a diagnosed chronic condition, according to studies that include one in Academic Pediatrics that includes obesity. Over the last few decades, the number of children with asthma has tripled to affect one in eight; those with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) have doubled to one in 10; and autism diagnoses have increased at least 10-fold, to affect one in 50 (one in 31 boys).

“It’s literally an epidemic of chronic childhood disease,” says Beth Lambert, of Charlotte, North Carolina, author of A Compromised Generation: The Epidemic of Chronic Illness in America’s Children and executive director of the nonprofit 32 October 2018

EpidemicAnswers.org. “Our children, with their little bodies and immature immune systems, can’t tolerate the toxic environments we’re all exposed to. They’re the canaries in the coal mine that show us that the way we are living today is not sustainable.”

Call to Action As scientists pinpoint the causes of conditions, parents, researchers and healthcare practitioners are discovering, Lambert says, that many of the youngsters’ chronic illnesses share a “perfect storm” of factors, including pharmaceutical overuse, toxic or nutritionally poor diets, exposure to toxins and other environmental stressors.

“Many factors contribute to these chronic disorders; one size or one treatment doesn’t fit all,” says Dr. Kenneth Bock, of Red Hook, New York, an integrative medicine practitioner who has helped more than 3,000 chronically ill children and authored Healing the New Childhood Epidemics: Autism, ADHD, Asthma, and Allergies. “But if children with one or more of the disorders are treated with a fully integrative medicine approach, the vast majority show some improvement, many significantly, and increasing numbers may recover to a point where they even lose their diagnosis.” Effective integrative applications often change the child’s diet to nutrient-dense, additive-free foods and supplements for gut and brain health; employ allergy testing and elimination, detoxification and behavioral and physical therapies; vet household contaminants; target medications like antifungals and anti-inflammatories; and use homeopathy and acupuncture.

Case Study Maria O’Neil’s firstborn son, Connor, had a perfect Apgar score (newborn health status) at birth and appeared healthy to everyone until after immunization at 15 months, when he became withdrawn and vacant, with head-banging and hand-flapping. A pediatrician diagnosed moderately severe autism and advised, “Accept your new normal. Your son was born this way.”

O’Neil exclaimed, “I will not let this disease take my child!”

After she replaced processed foods, sugar, dairy and gluten with organics in his diet, he became calmer and “more here”.

Tests by another pediatrician, Dr. Bob Sears, showed Connor had gut damage, mitochondrial issues, a high viral load, a low white cell count and a deficiency in basic vitamins and minerals. “Now I had a game plan,” says O’Neil, of Joshua Tree, California.

Connor was given fish oil, B12 shots, juices, targeted herbs, Epsom salt baths, hyperbaric oxygen, a mitochondrial cocktail of nutraceuticals, medication with the antifungal fluconazole (Diflucan), the antiviral valacyclovir (Valtrex) and the immunity-enhancing naltrexone (Revia), plus acupuncture, homeopathy and chiropractic. Over time, Connor’s eyes brightened, his language “burst forth” and he became social and loving.

By age 5, educators took him off his individualized learning program because he had no relevant symptoms.

Today, at 9, he’s a popular fourth-grade kid that loves swimming, soccer and art, and wants to become a scientist or engineer. “The future is limitless for Connor,” O’Neil reports.

“He can do anything he sets his mind to.”

of The Holistic Rx: Your Guide to Healing Chronic Inflammation and Disease.

The multipronged integrative approach is supported by studies that link poor gastrointestinal health to childhood diseases, notes Lambert. Italian researchers found a greater prevalence of “bad” gut bacteria in autistic children. In New Zealand, it was shown that those with ADHD have gut bacteria that reduces dopamine, a neurotransmitter that controls the brain’s reward center.

At EpidemicAnswers.org, medical professionals and parents have created a comprehensive database of resources, studies, strategies and health coaches to help realize a child’s full potential. It plans to follow 14 children with chronic conditions through 18 months of healing and recovery therapeutic services to be documented in a film titled Canary Kids.

“We want to show parents that there’s hope—because then they can take the next step and move forward,” says Lambert.

Ronica A. O’Hara is a Denver-based frelance health writer.

Connect at OHaraRonica@gmail.com.

More Help for Healing EWG.org – the go-to website of the Environmental Working Group for information about toxicity in food, products and the environment.

Why It Matters – video accounts from doctors; parents and recovered children; DocumentingHope.com

Brighter Future “Once you have addressed the root causes, you can optimize healing by using the additional integrative modalities to help prevent chronic illnesses now and in years to come,” explains family physician Madiha Saeed, of Naperville, Illinois, author 33

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Farewell to a Beloved Pet Earth’s Memorial to a Pet’s Passing

by Sandra Murphy THE AMERICAN PET PRODUCTS Association estimates Americans collectively spent $69.5 million on our 235 million mammal, avian and reptile pets, as well as 158 million pet fish, in 2017. It’s not surprising that end-of-life planning for a devoted family companion is a solemn endeavor.

Burial in a box or blanket in the backyard used to be the predominant way to deal with pet remains. As people and pet populations have grown, many municipalities now have ordinances against the practice. Instead, good options exist that protect and preserve the planet these animals so enjoyed.

Innovative Containers Kay Winters, a blogger at PawsAndPines.com, in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, mothers a dog, Clover, and two cats, Chuckie and Mittens. “When they pass away, I plan to bury them in biodegradable mushroom bags,” she says. “It has mushroom and other organisms infused into it to help with natural decomposi34 October 2018

tion, cleanse any environmental toxins in the body and nourish the nearby soil.”

Another biodegradable container is a pod that contains nutrient-rich soil, a seed and the pet’s ashes to nourish the resulting plant, tree or shrub. It’s a lovely way to remember the pet and replenish Earth’s greenspace.

Aquamation or Cremation Veterinary offices commonly arrange for the pet’s body to be sent to a crematorium, with ashes returned several days later. Using temperatures from 1,400 to 1,800 degrees Fahrenheit, these facilities impose a larger carbon footprint than other options.

At-home euthanasia may be beneficial for terminal pets.

The animal can remain calm in familiar surroundings with family present. The veterinarian allows time for goodbyes, and when the family is ready, removes the body. “We always place the pets

on nice stretchers with a blanket over the body and encourage the family to place toys or flowers with their pet. There’s no handing out brochures with photos of urns or upselling. It’s respectful of the pet’s life,” says Veterinarian Mary Gardner, of Yorba Linda, California, co-founder and chief technology officer at Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice, a national network of veterinarians dedicated to end-of-life care.

Gardner is also building an aquamation (alkaline hydrolysis) facility in Boynton Beach, Florida. This alternative to cremation has a far smaller environmental impact because the resulting alkaline water is safe to drain, containing no chemicals or DNA. Elizabeth Fournier, author of The Green Burial Guidebook, owns and operates Cornerstone Funeral Services and Cremation, in Boring, Oregon, where she periodically receives inquiries about pets. “I’ve received calls over the years for horses, donkeys, sheep and dogs. One family called me for their alpaca. I explained my funeral home was a human-only funeral parlor, but I’d be more than happy to help with a referral,” Fournier says. She offered a choice of flame or water.

“They liked the water method because Spunky the Alpaca loved the rain and could drink more water than most of her pasture mates,” she says.

The family let all the other animals at home come by to give Spunky a sniff and a goodbye, and then took her body for

bio-cremation. “They took her ashes home in a ceramic pig cookie jar,” says Fournier. “It’s my favorite story.”

“The zero-emission aquamation process creates one-tenth the carbon footprint of traditional, flame-based cremation and enables 20 percent more ashes to be returned to the family, allowing for a lasting contribution to be made to the Earth in honor of a beloved pet,” says Christie Cornelius, the founding doctor of veterinary medicine at Last Wishes Compassionate Comfort Care for Pets, in Houston, Texas.

Eternal Reefs, Inc., in Sarasota, Florida, mixes environmentally friendly concrete with cremains to form a gigantic reef ball, which is then placed on the ocean floor to replenish naturally diminishing reef systems and provide a permanent underwater memorial. Originally designed for human use, some owners have asked for pets to be included.

To reduce costs, families are encouraged to hold their pet’s cremated remains for the appropriate time when they are memorializing a human loved one. Recorded GPS coordinates facilitate future visits to the area.

Whether using earth, fire or water, there are many ways to honor a pet’s lifelong devotion and lessen its final carbon footprint to protect Earth’s natural health and beauty.

Connect with freelance writer Sandra Murphy at StLouisFreelanceWriter@mindspring.com.

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Advanced Smudging 3 - Smudges in the Healing Environment– 10am-2pm. With Sean Walking Bear. This class will focus on the use of smudges in your healing practice during a healing session. This course involves use of over 20 types of smudges/medicines; when and how to use the right smudges. $65. Enchanted Forest Reiki Center, 2280 S Jones Blvd, LV. 702-9484999. enchantedforestreiki.com I Am Enough – 1:30-3:30pm. This class will have you gaining awareness of those conflicting parts inside your subconscious mind. This technique, life shop includes: Image Reflection: Releasing Judgments, Improve-Seeing Your Worth, Creative SoloLosing Inhibitions, Love Abundance, I Am Enough Circle. $38. Eclectic Reikiology and Metaphysical Center, 2760 Lake Sahara Dr, 106, LV. 702-463-4782. eclecticreikiology.com

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 7 CSLSN Inspirational Service – 9:15am Meditation. 10am Celebration. Each Sun. CSL Southern Nevada is an ever-expanding global community, joyously igniting a dynamic spiritual awakening through the power of love, peace and prosperity. CSLSN is lively and is “not your usual church.” All are welcome.

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MONDAY, OCTOBER 8 Deep Meditation – 6:30-8:30pm Learn to still the mind through total surrender into the mystery. Experience Zen, Vipassana, silent, chanting, mantra, and more. Experience your heart opening in unimaginable ways. Become one with Infinite Presence, Light, Love, and Power. Love offering. CSL Southern Nevada, 1785 E Sahara Ave, 440, Rear Building, 2nd Floor, LV. 702-485-5050. cslsn.org

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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 12 Usui Reiki III/& Master Teacher Plus Holy Fire 3-day Certification Class – 9am-5pm.

In this class you will receive the advanced Reiki attunement and Master Ignitions. Learn the Usui Master Symbol, the energy matrix of a crystal grid and aura clearing (psychic surgery) and much more. $875. Enchanted Forest Reiki Center, 2280 S Jones Blvd, LV. 702-948-4999. enchantedforestreiki.com Sexy, Savvy and Toxic-Free Skin! An Interactive Workshop for Ageless Skin – 6:30-9pm. Don’t sacrifice health for beauty.

Let’s explore toxic-free skincare, from ingredients to avoid, to skin nutrition and challenges. We’ll perform DIY facials on ourselves, and create glowing, ageless skin with a simple, duplicate-able process. $10.

Oasis to Zen Wellness, 5715 W Alexander Rd, 140, LV. 702-491-6035. oasistozen.com Transform Emotional Eating - EZ Weight Loss – 6:30-8pm. Learn how mental-emotional stress, fear, anger, depression, worries affect your health and weight, and what you can do about it. Get powerful tools and break through the old outdated ‘programming’.

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SUNDAY, OCTOBER 14 CSLSN Men’s Group Gathering – 11:30am2:30pm. Join Practitioner Joe Kovach and other men for an affirmative conversation about being present and awake in a world of contrast. We’ll explore ways to remain spiritually connected even in apparent chaos.

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Each Thur. 8 weeks. Is your house a war zone or a sanctuary? Learn to be in a mature, effective, loving, respectful, and empowering relationship in this fun and interactive course. $349/person. $349/first person.50% off/2nd person. CSL Southern Nevada, 1785 E Sahara Ave, 440, Rear Building, 2nd Floor, LV. 702The Joy Factor Playshop – 11:30am-2:30pm Prosperity Plus Class – 6-8:30pm. Each 485-5050. cslsn.org Learn how asking “what brings me joy” Tues.10 weeks his dynamic video based becomes a compass for self love. Experience program teaches a new way of living centered

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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 19 Alkalize for Weight Loss – 6:30-8pm. Learn how and why to pH balance the fluids in your body. This info is essential and may save your or, your loved one’s life! Includes Guided Imagery for easy instant memorization.

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WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 24 Hunter’s Moon Meditation for Balance and Harmony – 6:30-8:30pm. The Hunter’s Moon is intense and creative, providing the perfect energy to release patterns and embrace new possibilities. It’s said the veil is thinnest during this moon, bringing opportunity for reconnection with passed loved ones. $15.

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WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 31 SUNDAY Halloween Spiritual Event – 2-6:30pm.

Stop by and enjoy the ghoulish spiritual atmosphere of Halloween. Follow the trail to treats & a special gift for all the children that dare to explore the path to spirits past. $5/ child. Eclectic Reikiology and Metaphysical Center, 2760 Lake Sahara Dr, 106, LV. 702686-9409. eclecticreikiology.com

Music, Message & Meditation – 9am. All are welcome. Unity's Sunday Experience features inspirational music and a practical message for spiritual living. Join us for food and fellowship after the service. We're transforming lives. Service also livestreamed: facebook.com/unitychurchlv/. Love donation.

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Ave, 440, rear building, 2nd Floor, LV. 702-4855050. cslsn.org Unity Sunday Experience – 11am. Our Sunday Experience features inspirational music, a practical message for spiritual living, youth education classes, as well as food and fellowship following the service. Can't make it in person? Join us via live stream: Facebook. com/UnityChurchLV/. Love donation. Unity of Las Vegas, 222 S Rainbow Blvd, 215, LV. unitylasvegas.org Yoga Nidra – 7:30-9pm. Yin Yoga is a wonderful way to help prepare for meditation.

It helps in going deeper within; using deep relaxing stretching and releasing blockages through breath exercises. $18/ class. $49/new members. RYK Yoga and Meditation Center, 8450 W Sahara Ave, 109, LV. 702-478-9600. rykyoga.com

MONDAY Tonic Tea and Oils – 5-6pm. Tonic Herbal Tea Elixirs are enhanced with therapeutic grade essential oils, and hold the key to exuberant wellness. Discover how teas and oils boost your energy, moods and mind for more abundant states of BEing. Free. Naturally Organic, 1171 S Buffalo Dr, 110, LV. 702-433-3874. naturallyorganiccenter.com 1 hour Gong Meditation – 7:30-9pm. (No entry after 7:45pm). A night of deep healing & relaxation. Hosted by Ashley of Vegas Tribe. $10. Happy Earth Market, 900 Karen Ave, D-102, LV. 702-757-1556. happyearthmarket.com

TUESDAY Medical Qigong – 10am-11pm. Tue-Fri. Use body movements, rhythmic breathing, visualizations and healing sounds to develop internal energy for health, vitality, mind expansion and spiritual cultivation. $10. Naturally Organic Healing Center, 1171 S Buffalo Dr, 110, LV. 702433-3874. naturallyorganiccenter.com Here’s To Your Health Series – 10:30-11:30am.

With Dr. Mitzi Reed. Different topics each week on health and wellness. Establishing nourishing lifestyle practices, meditation and mindfulness, toxic free lifestyle, healthy and healing foods, natural remedies, getting and staying fit and healthy. $10/each. $50/all 6 paid in full at 1st class. Naturally Organic Healing Center, 1171 S Buffalo Dr, 110, LV. 702281-3688. naturallyorganiccenter.com Sonic Alchemy Crystal Bowl Meditation at High Noon – 12-12:30pm. Tue, Wed, Thu. Heal on a cellular level. Meditation is 30 minutes.

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Go With the Flow Yoga – 6:30-7:30pm. Great naturallyorganiccenter.com for beginners. A gentle vinyasa flow class, combining standing and seated poses, and Chair Yoga – 3-4pm. Instructor Rebecca Noel. ending in relaxation. We will guide you through An energetic way to ease into a yoga practice. simple yoga poses, give adjustments, and you Gain the benefits of yoga without all the will leave feeling healthy and happy. $15. Oasis up/down movement on the floor. Great to Zen, 5715 W Alexander Rd, 140, LV. 702-491- for people recovering from injuries or experiencing mobility issues. $15. Eclectic 6035. oasistozen.com Reikiology, 2760 Lake Sahara Dr, 106, LV. Reiki Healing in Salt Cave – 6:30-8pm. An 702-463-4782. eclecticreikiology.com unforgettable healing experience. Release stress and tension by inhaling negative Free Reiki Spiritual Mastermind & Healing ions and energize the respiratory system; – 6:30-8:30pm. Release stress and tension, Participate in mindful meditation, receive receive customized healing, meet wonderful customized healing, meet wonderful people. warm people. Walk away energized and elated.

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Join Rev. Skipper Flippin, Unity of Las Vegas member and 22-year student of A Course In Miracles, in a study of this unique, wise and important book. All are welcome to attend these drop-in classes. Love donation. Unity of Las Vegas, 8212 Sedona Sunrise Dr., LV. 702595-9349. unitylasvegas.org Go With the Flow Yoga – 6:30-7:30pm. Great for beginners. A gentle vinyasa flow class, combining standing and seated poses, and ending in relaxation. We will guide you through

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SATURDAY Qigong with Sifu JC – 9-10am. Qigong is a self healing system that incorporates body, breath, visualizations and sounds to develop internal energy for health, vitality, mind expansion and spiritual cultivation. $10. Naturally Organic, 1171 S Buffalo D, 110, LV. 702-433-3874. naturallyorganiccenter.com Tai Chi with Sifu JC – 10am-11am. Tai Chi is a wonderful art for anyone who wants to increase strength, focus, posture. Naturally Organic, 1171 S Buffalo D, 110, LV. 702-433-3874. naturallyorganiccenter.com Live Gong Meditation – 10:30am. The sound of the Gong creates deep relaxation,releasing us from the torrent of thoughts our mind releases, balances the chakras, stimulates the glandular and nervous system, gives a sense of expanded awareness and higher consciousness. $18/ class. $49/new members. RYK Yoga and Meditation Center, 8450 W Sahara Ave, 109, LV. 702-478-9600. rykyoga.com Chakra Healing Yoga and Meditation – 12pm. This is an inspiring and relaxing class.

Experience yoga breathing exercises, poses and meditation with a smile and joy, in order to help bring balance to each of the main Chakras. $18/class. $49/new members. RYK Yoga and Meditation Center, 8450 W Sahara Ave, 109, LV. 702-478-9600. rykyoga.com Herbal Tinctures, Potions & Elixirs – 1pm.

Learn about healing herbs by making and taking home your own tincture, potion or elixir. Includes supplies. RSVP. $15. Herbal Vibrations, 450 S Buffalo Dr, 116, LV. 702-8540910. herbalvibrations.com Sonic Alchemy Crystal Bowl Meditation – 5-6pm. Heal on a cellular level as the tones and vibrations reach into the soul to refresh, revitalize and renew. Bring mat and pillow.

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Acupuncture

Animal Communication

Artist Space/Event Venue

Link Oriental Medicine Clinic

Hear Them Speak

Vince Link, OMD 2320 S Rainbow Blvd, Ste. 140, LV 702-444-4775 • VinceLinkomd.com

Babette de Jongh 251-424-4944 HearThemSpeak.com

Happy Earth Market

Dr. Link is national (NCCAOM) and Nevada board certified in the practice of Traditional Chinese Medicine dealing with pain management, gynecology, internal medicine, gastro, insomnia, headache, emotional disorders, allergies, Bell’s palsy and many other conditions.

Alternative Healing Center Eclectic Reikiology and Metaphysical Center Healing, Energy, Psychic Arts 2760 Lake Sahara Dr, #106, LV 702-463-4782 EclecticReikiology.com Holy Fire Reiki & Certification classes, chakra balancing, alchemy crystal bowl meditations, aura photo analysis with emailed report, hypnosis, angel card readings, past life charts, metaphysical shop, crystals, emotion code. Check website classes and services. See ad, page 37

Animal Advocate Nevada Voters for Animals Gina Greisen, founder 2375 E Tropicana Ave, #295, LV 702-660-8970 • AVoice4Pets.org Leading the fight in Nevada for animal protection. Author of Cooney’s Law (felony cruelty law). Improving the welfare for domestic and wildlife animals, bringing attention to make a difference in issues surrounding companion animals; animal cruelty, pet overpopulation and responsible pet ownership through education, information, legislation and enforcement.

Telepathic communication, counseling and healing for multi-species families. Healing with Body Talk, Reiki, Matrix Energetics and more. Plus transcript and follow-up call.

See ad, page 35

Anti-Aging Oasis to Zen Wellness Center & Transformation Spa Organic Facials, Massage, Workshops 5715 W Alexander Rd, #145, LV 702-491-6035 • OasisToZen.com Because inner balance and harmony creates ageless beauty. Our spa services integrate mind, body and spirit healing to create harmonic balance between traditional anti-aging services and a pinch of organic hippy. See ad, 24

Aromatherapy Alternative Pathfinders Melody Bartone-Helmick, MMsc, CCMA 702-460-4080 AlternativePathfinders.com Melody is a Certified Clinical Master Aromatherapist who provides custom blends, instruction and/or private classes geared to the client(s). Her methods are not brand specific but do follow the guidelines of the National Association of Holistic Aromatherapy (NAHA) of which she is a Professional Member. See ad, page 37

Founding 5: Samantha, Nathan, Sadie, Nick, J.R. 900 Karen Ave Unit D-102, LV 702-757-1556 HappyEarthMarket@gmail.com HappyEarthMarket.com Practicing holistic medicine since 1987. Specializing in highly personalized Ayurvedic treatments and lifestyle consulations, Massage and individual Yoga sessions for chronic and acute problems.

Pancha Karma, Shirodhara and skin care.

Ayurveda and Yoga Study program available.

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Books Chemical-Free-Life.org Break Food & Additive Addiction ChemicalFreeLifeInc@gmail.com Staff@Chemical-Free-Life.org 310-433-8069 Chemical-Free-Life.org Learn: 1. Which chemicals of concern are linked with which health issues; 2. Where problem additives are hiding; 3.

Easy, practical solutions for breaking the processed food and additives addiction and avoiding unwanted food chemicals.

Community Events 3rd Saturday Community Bazaar at Happy Earth Market 900 Karen Ave Unit D-102, LV HappyEarthMarket@gmail.com 702-757-1556 • HappyEarthMarket.com Happy Earth Market invite the public to shop local foods, gifts and crafts. Free veggies from Garden Farms Foundation. HEM is a venue for the community to come together, create and enjoy ethical products and services. See ad, page 47

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Chiropractor

Healing Centers

Holistic Dentist continued

The Joint Chiropractic

Eclectic Reikiology and Metaphysical Center

Bell Center for Biological Holistic Dentistry

Healing, Energy, Psychic Arts 2760 Lake Sahara Dr, #106, LV 702-463-4782 EclecticReikiology@gmail.com EclecticReikiology.com

Dr. Michael Bell, DDS 8068 W Sahara Ave, #A, LV 89117 702-256-7666 • LVTMJDentist.com

9 Las Vegas/Henderson Locations 702-710-5077 TheJoint.com Pain relief and prevention made easy.

No appointments needed. Open 7 days a week with convenient hours and affordable plans. $29 New Patient Special - includes a consultation, exam and adjustment. See ad, page 23

Education Brain Solutions Inc of Summerlin P. Kirsten López, M.A. 1005 S Cimarron, LV 702-340-2248 Info@BrainSolutionsInc.com BrainSolutionsInc.com

We o f f e r r e i k i , c h a k r a balancing, tandem sessions, reiki certification, aura photo analysis. Classes: children, psychic dvelopment, meditation,essential oils.

Metaphysical tools, unique gifts, crystals, monthly specials & weekly drawings. See ad, page 37

Enchanted Forest Reiki Center, Spiritual Gifts 'n More Debbie Veach, founder 2280 S Jones Blvd, LV 702-948-4999 EnchantedForestReiki.com

Holistic dentistry with a whole body approach to create a healthy smile and body.

Live microscopic viewing of mouth bacteria. Laser gum disease treatment. Computerized TMJ and bite analysis.

Mercury testing and removal. Nutritional testing.

Autonomic nervous system analysis. Invisalign.

See ad, page 4

Holistic Centers Oasis to Zen Wellness Center & Transformation Spa Holistic Workshops, Facials, Massage, Reiki & More 5715 W Alexander Rd, #145, LV 702-491-6035 • OasisToZen.com

Offering educational consulting for families whose children struggle. Looking for options to traditional approaches? Just not sure what to do next? Do the answers you’ve been given not fit the needs of your child? Call today. See ad, back cover

Reiki-Shamanic-Cranial Sacral-Chakra Balancing-Sound Therapy-Bars Access-Crystal healers. Plus lots of classes and events such as Reiki certification, meditations, intuitive studies and much more. Visit our beautiful metaphysical gift shop. See ads, page 8

Food Not Bombs Las Vegas

Herbal Medicine

Transforming holistic wellness and beauty from the inside out.

We integrate traditional spa services, workshops and organic alternative healing modalities, to harmonize and raise vibration for unstoppable radiance and soul beauty. See ad, page 24

Link Oriental Medicine Clinic

Lymphatic Drainage

Aid Project (food recovering/share) 1251 S. Maryland Pkwy, LV FoodNotBombsLasVegas.org Food Not Bombs Las Vegas is the Vegas Valley’s local Food Not Bombs network. We are a grassroots mutual aid project based on recovering and sharing free food that would otherwise go to waste.

Energy/Sound Healing Tracey's Healing Therapies Inside Bliss Salon & Spa 3950 E Sunset Rd, #118, LV 702-483-9728 MassageHenderson.com Offering customized massages to help you relax and rejuvenate.

Swedish, deep tissue, hot stone, Reiki and access bars sessions will enhance your physical, mental and emotional well being. NVMT.8971

Vince Link, OMD 2320 S Rainbow Blvd, Ste. 140, LV 702-444-4775 • VinceLinkomd.com Are you tired of taking drugs with many side effects? There are thousands of different natural herbs used in Traditional Chinese Medicine that are safe and effective for treatment of many conditions. Call today for an herbal consultation or visit our website.

Holistic Dentist AAA Dental & Four Seasons Dental Spa Dr. Jim Wright, DDS, AIAOMT, AIABDM 8855 W Flamingo, LV 89147 702-281-9900 • HolisticDentistLasVegas.com Practicing holistic, biological dentistry with safe removal of mercury. State of the art early detect cavity mapping, cosmetic, general, specialty dentistry and low sensitivity teeth whitening. Offer holistic, noprep veneers, Lumineers, Invisalign Braces, dental implants and All on 4 Implant Bridges, sleep and full sedation. See ad, page 2

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Body In Balance LV Susan Barrett, LMT-CLT 7656 W Sahara Ave, Ste. 120, LV 702-256-3090 • BodyinBalanceLV.com Offering Lymphatic Drainage, Visceral (organ) Manipulation, Chi Nei Tsang & Mayan Abdominal Massage, Massage Therapy, Amino Acid Therapy, Enzyme Therapy, Trace Mineral & Heavy Metal Testing, Diet/Nutritional Counseling, Breast & Full Body Thermography. See ad, page 31

Massage Tracey's Healing Therapies Inside Bliss Salon & Spa 3950 E Sunset Rd, #118, LV 702-483-9728 MassageHenderson.com Offering customized massages to help you relax and rejuvenate.

Swedish, deep tissue, hot stone, Reiki and access bars sessions will enhance your physical, mental and emotional well being. NVMT.8971

Meditation/Healing

Natural Health

Organic Spa

Link Oriental Medicine Clinic

This Stuff Is Good For You

Vince Link, OMD 2320 S Rainbow Blvd, Ste. 140, LV 702-444-4775 • VinceLinkomd.com

Home | Bath | Body | CBD 702-857-7474 Info@ThisStuffIsGoodForYou.com TSIGFY.com

Oasis to Zen Wellness Center & Transformation Spa

Meditation is mostly taught and learned for mind and body health maintenance. However, i n Tr a d i t i o n a l C h i n e s e Medicine, meditation can also be used for therapeutic intervention when dealing with insomnia, stress, anxiety, hypertension and pain management, just to name a few. Learn meditation for self-healing. Call for class details or visit our website.

Medical QiGong Naturally Organic Healing Center SIFU JC 1171 S. Buffalo Dr, #110, LV 702-433-3874 NaturallyOrganicCenter.com Sifu JC has been doing treatments in Las Vegas since 2008, with over 20 years experience helping others find their highest health.

Let him help you be your best self! $100 a session or 3 sessions/$250.

All Natural Home | Bath | Body | CBD products made locally in Las Vegas, NV. We hand make everything we sell using quality, responsibly sourced ingredients. See ad, page 19

Neuroplacticity

Inner balance and harmony create ageless beauty. Our organic spa services integrate mind, body and spirit healing, creating harmonic balance between traditional anti-aging services and a pinch of organic hippy. See ad, page 24

Brain Solutions Inc of Summerlin

Pet Supplies & Grooming

P. Kirsten López, M.A. 1005 S Cimarron, Las Vegas, NV 702-340-2248 Info@BrainSolutionsInc.com BrainSolutionsInc.com Offering brain-based help for children and adults: ADHD, learning challenges, sensory integration, ASD, To u r e t t e ’s , a n x i e t y, reading, stroke and concussion recovery. Our neuroplasticity programs generate foundational results with no medications. Hope starts here. Call today.

See ad, page back cover

Metaphysical/Spiritual

Nutritional Supplements

The Realms Within, Metaphysical Shoppe and Spiritual Center

AngelofHealth

James Phoenix, owner 2800 W Sahara Ave, Ste. 7B, LV 702-986-8568 • TheRealmsWithin.com Looking for excellent customer service and great prices?

Metaphysical supplies; books, tarot, spell candles, incense, sage, classes, meditations. Home of the largest metaphysical stone bins in Nevada. See ad, pages 3

Myofascial Release Body Resonance Myofascial Wellness Center Rowena Cua, LMT 8724 Spanish Ridge Ave, Ste. 120, LV 702-776-8881 • BodyMFR.com Specializing in the John F. Barnes Myofascial Release. The ultimate whole body approach, mind-body treatment and missing link to healthcare. Highly effective in treating acute and chronic pain.

Organic Facials, Massage, Holistic Workshops & More 5715 W Alexander Rd, #145, LV 702-491-6035 • OasisToZen.com

Making America Feel Great Again www.mydailychoice.com/AngelofHealth www.hempworx.com/AngelofHealth www.hempworxbizop.com/AngelofHealth Hello and welcome to AngelofHealth websites. I have experienced phenomenal pain relief with this product. The growth and excitement of this Company has been amazing because they have products that are ‘really’ needed. See ad, page 39

At Your Service Pet Supplies & Grooming Nutritional Experts | Professional Grooming 55 S Valle Verde, #300, HD 702-982-4324 AtYourServicePetSupplies.com Quality, full-service, pet supply store with the best value in the valley.

Pet-friendly. On-site "Barkery". Nutritional experts. Professional grooming available seven days for cats, dogs and little critters. Pet adoptions too!

See ad, page 5

Reading Intervention Brain Solutions Inc of Summerlin P. Kirsten López, M.A. 1005 S Cimarron, LV 702-340-2248 BrainSolutionsInc.com

Cellfield: A revolutionary reading program designed to create neural connections that are responsible for fluent reading and comprehension.

Cellfield bonds auditory to visual pathways, allowing the struggling reader’s brain to function like a typical reader. See ad, back cover

Organic Food/Gardening Garden Farms Foundation 702-551-4769 Bryan@GardenFarms.net GardenFarms.net We are a local urban farming company installing vegetable gardens, orchards and vineyards in the Las Ve g a s Va l l e y, a n d offering hands-on guidance in your own space.

If you'd like to list your business in the Natural Awakenings | Greater Las Vegas Community Resource Guide, visit naturalawakeningslv.com/forms and submit your information ONLINE. For more information, call 702.305.5828 or schedule a convenient time to speak at naturalawakeningslv.com/book-online.

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Reiki Reiki Healing Arts/Illumine Wellness

We transform lives with lively services, worldclass music, and education. Sunday celebration: 10am, meditation: 9:15am. All are welcome.

See ad, page 35

Jay V. Jackson Reiki Master Teacher 9224 Pitching Wedge Dr, LV 702-608-6520 • Reiki-Healing-Arts.com

Sentient Community

Practicing holistic medicine since 1987. Specializing in highly personalized Ayurvedic treatments and lifestyle consulations, Massage and individual Yoga sessions for chronic and acute problems.

Pancha Karma, Shirodhara and skin care.

Ayurveda and Yoga Study program available.

See ad, page 11

Happy Earth Market Local Artisans, Healers, Instructors, more 900 Karen Ave Unit D-102, LV 702-757-1556 HappyEarthMarket@gmail.com HappyEarthMarket.com Happy Earth Market is a venue for the community to come together, create and enjoy ethical products and services offered by artists, crafters, healers, mystics, instructors and more. See ad, page 47

Retail The Realms Within, Metaphysical Shoppe and Spiritual Center James Phoenix, owner 2800 W Sahara Ave, Ste. 7B, LV 702-986-8568 • TheRealmsWithin.com Looking for excellent customer service and great prices?

Metaphysical supplies; books, tarot, spell candles, incense, sage, classes, meditations. Home of the largest metaphysical stone bins in Nevada. See ad, pages 3

Shamanic Energy Medicine Spirit of the Owl Healing Arts Roxanne Perillo, Reiki Master/Teacher Remote Healing Sessions via Skype, Facetime or Phone 920-449-1007 SpiritOfTheOwl.com An alternative approach to assist the dying, by helping one to heal on the energetic level reducing stress and bringing relaxation with Reiki e n e r g y, a s w e l l a s a combination of shamanic practices. Heal by releasing that which does not serve.

Spiritual Center Center for Spiritual Living Southern Nevada Services • Meditation Classes • Community 1785 E Sahara Ave, Ste. 440, 2nd Floor, LV (rear building, second floor) 702-485-5050 • CSLSN.org

Tai Chi

stress we generate resiliency in our clients, leading them to greater success. No medications. See ad, back cover

Visceral (Organ) Manipulation Body In Balance LV Susan Barrett, LMT-CLT 7656 W Sahara Ave, Ste. 120, LV 702-256-3090 • BodyinBalanceLV.com Offering Lymphatic Drainage, Visceral (organ) Manipulation, Chi Nei Tsang & Mayan Abdominal Massage, Massage Therapy, Amino Acid Therapy, E n z y m e T h e r a p y, Tr a c e Mineral & Heavy Metal Testing, Diet/Nutritional Counseling, Breast & Full Body Thermography. See ad, page 31

Wellness Center Naturally Organic Healing Center

Link Oriental Medicine Clinic Tai Chi for Health 2320 S Rainbow Blvd, Ste. 140, LV 702-444-4775 • VinceLinkomd.com Practice Tai Chi to promote health, reduce stress, improve balance/stability and numerous other benefits.

Instructor has over 45 years of tai Chi experience. Yang and Zhao forms including sword forms. Also we offer meditation classes.

Thermography Body In Balance LV Susan Barrett, LMT-CLT 7656 W Sahara Ave, Ste. 120, LV 702-256-3090 • BodyinBalanceLV.com

Rev. JC Cox Central Summerlin! Charleston & Buffalo 1171 S Buffalo Dr, Suite 110, LV 702-433-3874 NaturallyOrganicCenter.com Naturally Organic is Summerlin's best resource for all things health related. From classes, meditations, supplements, lectures and health programs, just walk in, we'll take it from there! Check out our website.

Transformations Rev. Victoria Stitzer, Master of NLP, Reiki Master, CHT, EFT Expert in Rapid Behavior Modification 702-659-2390 • TransformVegas.com Re-script your emotional trama; heal physical/emotional pain; eat right for your type; EZ weight loss; non-invasive detox; past life regressions; b e c o m e c e r t i f i e d Re i k i practitioner in 12 hrs. Results guaranteed. 20% off this ad. See ad, page 4

Offering Lymphatic Drainage, Visceral (organ) Manipulation, Chi Nei Tsang & Mayan Abdominal Massage, Massage Therapy, Amino Acid Therapy, E n z y m e T h e r a p y, Tr a c e Mineral & Heavy Metal Testing, Diet/Nutritional Counseling, Breast & Full Body Thermography. See ad, page 31

Yoga/Yoga Therapy

Tomatis Method

Down Dog Diagnostics

Brain Solutions Inc of Summerlin

Alicia Cuglietta, PYT1000, C-IAYT 702-768-2906 DownDogDiagnostics.com

P. Kirsten López, M.A. 1005 S Cimarron, LV 702-340-2248 BrainSolutionsInc.com

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Specializing in anxiety disorders, back care and women’s health.

Wellness practices using traditional yoga fused with modern wellness and designed to meet the individual where they are, aiming to bring about balance and healing. See ad, page 40

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