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Contents 20 INVESTING FOR GOOD How to Align Money With Values

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24 SOOTHING ANXIOUS KIDS

Natural Remedies Restore Calm

26 ESSENTIAL OILS FOR PETS

How to Use Them Safely

28 AMAZING EMBRACE The Healing Power of Hugs

32 HEART OF A WOMAN

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The Right Choices Keep It Strong

36 WARMING UP

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Whales Point the Way

DEPARTMENTS 7 news briefs 10 health briefs 18 eco tips 24 healthy kids 20 green living 26 natural pet 28 healing ways 30 global briefs 36 fit body 38 wise words

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eating 43 film brief 46 teen voices 48 local yoga 49 rosie’s corner 44 inspiration 50 calendar 53 classifieds 56 resource guide

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itting at my desk, waiting for yet another snow storm to blanket the area, I’m letting my mind wander as it always does when faced with a blank sheet of paper.

Suddenly the question drifts up from my deep inner brain: Just who is St. Valentine anyway?

St. Valentine is an interesting character, mostly because we don’t know much about him. Accounts Joe Dunne, Publisher differ and legends abound, but reliable information is on the short side. We do know he is the patron saint of lovers, epileptics and beekeepers. We also know that a lovers’ festival bearing his name dates back to the 14th century. And anyone who can achieve that type of recognition over seven centuries is okay in my book.

In our pages this month, we honor the heart through highlighting heart-healthy choices for women, the power of hugs, the heart song of whales, boosting heart health through tasty recipes and, naturally, how to make love last.

From the 1300s on, Valentine’s legacy has been spreading the love and helping love last. Over 25 years, Natural Awakenings has been helping to spread the love, too—to people, pets and planet. Let’s all join in. Spread love. Spread peace.

Happy Valentine’s Day to all!

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Meditation is More Than You Think: Eight-Week Class

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tarting on February 5 and running through March 26, The Center for Spiritual Living Princeton will be presenting an eight-week meditation class from 6:30 to 9 p.m. on Tuesday evenings. Participants will learn what meditation is and its purpose, discover the many benefits of meditation and what helps or hinders meditating. They will also explore and experience the eight basic types of meditation in order to determine which ones work for each individual’s personality and lifestyle. Topics include styles like color and guided imagery, tone, breathing, movement, writing and chanting.

As Shunryu Suzuki, author of Zen Mind, Beginner’s Mind, explains, “If your mind is empty, it is always ready for anything.

In the beginner’s mind there are many possibilities, but in the expert’s mind, there are few.”

The Center for Spiritual Living Princeton is a spiritual community, focused on supporting each other on their individual paths of spiritual awakening.

Course cost: $160; guest drop-in $20. Location: 812 State Rd., Ste. 220, Princeton. For more information, call Karen Kushner at 609924-8422, email rscpccl@aol.com or visit CSLPrinceton.org. See ad, page 20.

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Year of the Pig Psychic Fair and Vendor Event will be held from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., on February 10. In Chinese culture, pigs are a sign of good fortune. We hope to share that fortune with others through the fair’s food and clothing drive which benefits local nonprofit organizations.

This year author and angelic channel Gerry Gavin is featured, along with psychic readers, healing practitioners and vendors with new and exciting products.

The readings and healing sessions will cost $45 for 25 minutes and $1 for each additional minute. Bring a paper or digital photo of your loved ones or animals. Please do not bring animals unless they are a service animal.

The event is hosted by “Be The Change” Life Coaching Center of Bedminster and a coalition of alternative health care practitioners, who give of their talents, time and money to help non-profit agencies in Somerset county. Admission to the fair is a donation of canned food, women’s work clothing or pet food.

These donations benefit the Somerset Co. Food Bank, Working Womens Wardrobe and Animeals of Hunterdon Co. Location: American Legion Hall, Rt 28, 232 Union Ave., Somerville. Handicap access is available. For information, email SuZen RavenHeart at psychicfairbw@gmail.com or call 908-722-8600. See ad, page 18.

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Grand Re-Opening of Gaia’s Gifts in Washington

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llen Perkins, owner of Gaia’s Gifts, is proud to announce their new location and grand re-opening event scheduled for 10 a.m. on February 2. The new bigger and brighter space will offer more classes, workshops, products and services. The move will be celebrated with door prizes, vegetarian snacks after 5 p.m. and live music at 6 p.m.

by Tabitha Booth and friends.

Monthly class offerings include Qigong, Breath Empowerment, Food Wisdom and Conversations with Crystals.

Additional workshops and appointments for body work and both private and group energy work can be found on their Facebook page.

The shop also has new hours: Tuesday-Thursday: 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; Friday: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Saturday-Sunday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The shop is closed on Mondays.

Location: 16 Broad St., Washington. For more information, call 908-223-1331, email EnlightenedEffulgence@ymail.com or visit GaiasGiftsNJ.biz. See ad, page 33.

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Amara Willey, a local professional organizer and owner of Mind Body, Spirit HOME, explains, “While Styrofoam isn’t recyclable, it can be reused.” As each town in New Jersey has a different set of recycling rules, this guide can help people figure out how to recycle things that may not be eligible for pick up in their township.

Interested participants can receive a free resource to help them figure out what can be recycled and how. The “Can I Recycle It?” guide gives practical advice on how to get rid of a variety of items, from cars to Styrofoam, in a safe and environmentally friendly way.

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Zinc Combo Fights Aging Diseases When zinc, a trace mineral, is combined with tea, coffee, chocolate and other foods that contain specific antioxidant compounds, it boosts protection against the oxidative stress linked to aging and diseases such as dementia, cancer and heart disease, report researchers from Auburn University, in Alabama, and the University of Erlangen-Nuremberg, in Germany.

Zinc activates a plant compound known as hydroquinone, which boosts foods’ antioxidant properties. Hydroquinone alone cannot break down harmful free radicals, but when combined with zinc, a type of enzyme is created that helps prevent damage to organs and tissues.

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Harmful bacteria from the genus Mycobacterium have been shown to linger in showerheads and lead to lung infections through inhalation of steam.

University of Colorado researchers analyzed 656 biofilms coating the inside of showerheads sent to them by volunteers throughout the U.S. and Europe, and found twice as much mycobacterium in showerheads from households receiving municipal water than in those receiving well water.

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Plastic showerheads had levels that were, on average, two times lower than showerheads made of metal or metal and plastic components. “Hot spots” with high levels of mycobacteria—such as Hawaii, southern California, Florida, the upper Midwest and the mid-Atlantic states—generally overlapped regions where mycobacterium-related lung diseases are most prevalent.

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Immigration to U.S. Lowers Healthy Gut Bacteria People in developing nations have much greater diversity in gut bacteria than Americans, but a University of Minnesota study of U.S. immigrants has found that six to nine months after moving to the U.S. and eating a Western diet, the gut bacteria of those from countries with predominantly non-Western diets changed to match gut bacteria typical of a Western diet, while their gut bacteria became less diverse and less healthy.

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Bitter melon (Momordica charantia), a spiky, cucumber-shaped fruit, has traditionally been used in Asian countries to lower blood sugar. Now, researchers at Universiti Sains Malaysia report that it can significantly improve symptoms and reduce the pain of knee osteoarthritis. Half of 75 patients were given a placebo and the other half 1,500 milligrams three times a day of a bitter melon supplement. After three months, the bitter melon group had significantly fewer symptoms and less knee pain and analgesic use, as well as lowered body weight, body mass index and fasting blood glucose levels.

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Ashwagandha, a traditional ayurvedic herb, can significantly improve symptoms of subclinical hypothyroidism, a condition that affects many women, a new double-blind clinical study shows. Researchers from India’s Sudbhawana Hospital tested 50 patients that had high circulating thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) levels.

For eight weeks, half were given 600 milligrams a day of ashwagandha; the other half were given a placebo. In the treatment group, TSH levels fell by more than 17 percent, T4 levels increased by nearly 20 percent and T3 levels increased by more than 40 percent. “Ashwagandha treatment effectively normalized the serum thyroid indices during the eight-week treatment period in a significant manner,” the report concluded.

Practicing gratitude is a healthy habit, yet people often hesitate to write heartfelt thank-you notes to people that have touched their lives. Researchers at the University of Chicago and the University of Texas, in Austin, report that writers underestimate how much people receiving those notes are surprised, happy and appreciative.

The researchers also found that the letter writers were unduly concerned about their ability to express their gratitude skillfully. While the writers worried about choosing the right words, the recipients felt happiness simply through the warmth of the gesture.

Walnut Leaves Improve Diabetic Health In a double-blind study of 40 Type-2 diabetes patients, Iranian researchers gave half of them 200 milligrams of an extract of walnut leaf (Juglans regia) for eight weeks and the other half a placebo. Although the walnut leaf extract had no significant effect on their blood glucose levels or insulin resistance, it significantly lowered systolic blood pressure and body weight in the patients.

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Nuts Improve Blood Vessel Health Munching on almonds and walnuts significantly increases blood vessel dilation and reduces artery plaque, say West Virginia University scientists. In a two-day study, 27 overweight volunteers ate 77 grams of almonds (about 2.5 handfuls) along with their lunch one day; on another day, they ate 60 grams of walnuts (about two handfuls) with lunch.

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Holy Basil Fights Tooth Infection Tulsi (Ocimum sanctum), an Indian herb also known as holy basil, has been proven effective in studies in reducing stress, lowering blood sugar and healing wounds.

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omeopathy is a science and a form of alternative medicine which treats the individual with highly diluted substances with the aim of triggering the body’s own natural system of healing.

The basic principle of homeopathy is “like heals like.” For example, if a patient goes to a homeopathic doctor complaining of insomnia, the homeopath will look for the remedy which causes the same symptoms in a healthy person, such as caffeine.

In large doses, caffeine causes insomnia, but in extremely small doses it may induce sleep. While onions normally cause watery eyes, a person experiencing watery, itchy eyes will likely be prescribed alum sepia (red onion).

The majority of homeopathic medicines are taken sublingually and absorb directly into the bloodstream through mucous membranes in the mouth. Unlike conventional medicines, they contain no preservatives, fillers, binders, dyes or other toxic chemicals.

In conventional medicine, doctors suppress the symptoms of disease with the emphasis on disease management and control, whereas homeopathy aims to heal it completely.

German doctor Samuel Hahnemann discovered homeopathy in 1799. It was officially practiced in the U.S. from 1821 to 1935, however, due to the influence of expanding pharmaceutical companies,

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Homeopathy and natural treatments may be used alone or in conjunction with doctor-prescribed medications.

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For longer-term investing, there are more vehicles available to responsibly assist investors toward their financial and social goals. While responsible investing once meant simply screening out “sin stocks”, like tobacco, guns and gambling, which were available only to investors able to make a large minimum deposit, today there are values-based funds to suit every cause and income level.

“Socially responsible investing has come a long way since it got off the ground in this country during the apartheid divestiture movement in the 1980s,” says Gary Matthews, an investment advisor and CEO of SRI Investing LLC, headquartered in New York City.

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term and “found no statistical difference in returns compared to broad market benchmarks,” nor any additional risks, according to a 2017 report Responsible Investing: Delivering Competitive Performance.

SRI Approaches and Outcomes Fossil fuel-free portfolios are trending, Matthews notes—which Green America encourages. While acknowledging the ever-fluctuating price of oil, Matthews says he’s seen diversified portfolios that eliminate oil, coal and natural gas do better at times than those that include them.

A subset of SRI investments, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) investing focuses less on what sector a company is in than on how they conduct their business. The way companies treat their employees and respond to climate change are factors that may have a positive influence on financial performance.

Robo-advisors, a recent arrival in the SRI sector, are online investment services that automate money management.

Robo-advisor companies make it easier for people to invest and leverage technology to keep fees down, although they usually do not offer in-depth impact research on the companies within the financial products they offer, according to Amberjae Freeman, of the portfolio management team for Swell Investing LLC, an impact investment company in Santa Monica, California.

Swell evaluates thousands of companies to build diversified portfolios of businesses aligned with at least one of the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Like most SRI firms, Swell offers retirement IRAs (individual retirement accounts), as well as more liquid brokerage accounts, with a minimum initial deposit of $50.

While the array of investment options can be daunting, investors should aim for progress, rather than perfection, in their portfolios. As the money and impact in a portfolio grows, so does an investor’s confidence and knowledge.

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A WORD TO THE MONEY-WISE n Verify that a bank is insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) or the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA), where accounts are insured up to $250,000 per depositor. n Responsible investors can also influence banking practices in their workplaces, religious institutions or professional associations by educating account managers about the issues. Green America has a free booklet for 401k benefits managers at GreenAmerica.org/finance. n There are as many names for socially responsible investing (SRI) as there are approaches to it including community, ethical, green, impact, mission-related, responsible, sustainable and values-based investing. What an institution or a fund does and how they do it is more important than how it’s labeled. n The mainstreaming of SRI, while positive overall as impact investing is getting the attention of larger firms, has led to some “greenwashing”, where portfolios are being touted as socially responsible without much depth to their criteria, cautions investment advisor Gary Matthews, of SRI Investing LLC, in New York City. Fund sustainability rankings like the Morningstar Sustainability Rating can help take out the guesswork, although it pays to ask hard questions and look at a fund’s individual holdings.

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There are a lot of proteins, animal- or plant-based, that can bulk up the dish nicely. Beans come in many varieties that work well with certain recipes (e.g. kidney or black beans for spicier stews, chickpeas for lighter pasta soups or white beans for creamier soups). Cubed tofu or tempeh take on the flavor of most any seasoning—simply add toward the end of the cooking process so they don’t fall apart. Chicken, pork or beef must be added at the beginning so that they have time to cook thoroughly.

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screen time and outside ids and teens It’s important to have always had know that anxiety is play.”

Mindful activities plenty to be highly treatable. and creative outlets like stressed about, such as family finances, parental ~Dr. Timothy DiGiacomo art, music and dance in a no-pressure environbickering, the birth of a ment help kids get out of “fight-or-flight” sibling and other challenges on the home mode. “Both parents and kids need to have front. Then there are the age-old tensions go-to coping skills,” says Rosen. “Meditaof taking school exams and squabbles with tion and yoga are safe and work very well.” friends and other classmates.

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Yet with the proliferation of social their bodies, he adds, and mindful breathmedia and cyber-bullying, kids face obstaing techniques can make a significant cles other generations did not, and chronic difference in how they handle stress. juvenile anxiety has become a pervasive

So can a regular dose of the great mental health issue. However, there are a outdoors. Exercise helps boost serotonin number of integrative approaches that can levels, which decreases anxiety. Timothy help heal youthful psyches. “I encourage DiGiacomo, Psy.D., clinical director of kids and parents to focus on skills, versus the Mountain Valley Treatment Center, in pills,” says Lawrence Rosen, M.D., founder Plainfield, New Hampshire, emphasizes of The Whole Child Center, in Oradell, the value of getting outside. “Connection New Jersey. “There are several safe and to nature, calmness and present-moment cost-effective natural options for anxiety.” awareness are all benefits.”

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Relaxing and engaging the imagination are necessary for healthy brain development and offsetting stress. Downtime in general and specifically limiting screen time is paramount. “Electronic devices can be very overstimulating and can cause or exacerbate anxiety,” says Kristi Kiel, ND, Ph.D., of Lake Superior Natural Health, in Ashland, Wisconsin. “There should be at least a one-to-one balance of

Sleep and Diet Triggers Before parents seek any treatment for their child’s anxiety, Kiel stresses the importance of looking at the basics. “When children don’t get enough sleep, their bodies don’t respond as well to stressful situations.

School-age children need 10 to12 hours of sleep per night, and teenagers should be getting nine to 10 hours.” Sensitivity to certain foods such as gluten or dairy is also

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something to consider, says Kiel.

Rosen concurs. “Artificial dyes and sweeteners can negatively impact mood and focus. More of an issue, though, is nutritional imbalance.” Skipping breakfast or eating mostly carbs can feed anxiety, he notes. “The brain relies on sustainable fuel—a blend of lean proteins, healthy fats—and in some cases, gluten-free, whole grain carbs.”

Eating foods high in healthy fat and protein can help minimize blood sugar fluctuations that can trigger symptoms of anxiety in kids. Probiotics and/or cultured and fermented foods can help gut health and promote equilibrium. Omega-3 fats from fish or vegetarian sources are also important additions.

Helpful Supplements Supplements dosed appropriately for children and teenagers are safe and can offer huge benefits. “Magnesium is good for relaxation, especially anxiety accompanied by muscle tension. B-complex vitamins are also important because they are depleted by stress and help the body to handle stress,” says Kiel. Her herbal recommendations include skullcap, hops and milky oat as teas or glycerin-based extracts. “For teenagers, in addition to these three gentle herbs, I recommend kava kava, which can have a significant calming effect without drowsiness.”

Polyvagal Theory Research by Stephen Porges, Ph.D., a professor at the University of North Carolina, in Chapel Hill, addresses the importance of the vagus nerve, which runs from the brain through the face and thorax to the abdomen. His polyvagal theory suggests the interconnectedness of emotions, mind and body in both children and adults.

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One thing I’d say is, learn ious dogs find its scent ssential oils are derived from all you can before using calming. Some vets spray the exam room plant-based oils around pets. with lavender between sources, leading people ~Gary Richter, integrative appointments to calm to equate natural with safe; but that’s not alveterinarian and founder of anxious clients.

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Kimberley Wallace, founder of kW Sustainable Brands, in San Diego, burns organic, sweet basil-scented candles for their antiviral, antibacterial properties. Her pugs love the smell. “Our rescue pug has mast cell tumors which compromise her immune system. I do my due diligence to buy all-natural products whenever I can.”

Proceed With Caution Pure essential oils are far too strong to use undiluted, Richter says. Age, physical condition and species are so varied that guessing which oil and how to use it can be dangerous to the pet. “Skin irritation like a hot spot or rash is a relatively minor problem that could benefit from the right essential oil. An open wound requires a veterinary visit,” he says. “Some oils aren’t recommended unless under veterinary guidance. Reactions can range from mere annoyance to toxicity.”

Wintergreen, melaleuca, pennyroyal, tea tree and pine oils cause the most reported problems for dogs, according to PetPoisonHelpline.com.

Peppermint, cloves, cinnamon and oregano oil also can be quite strong and require educated use, says Richter. An uneven gait, vomiting, diarrhea, drooling and weakness can be symptoms of toxicity, requiring immediate veterinary care to prevent damage to the central nervous system or organ failure.

In its fragrance and taste, plants have defense mechanisms to ward off destructive insects or to attract bees and butterflies. Those same properties can help people and animals. The plant’s natural compounds can ward off fungi, bacteria, parasites or inflammation. However, just reading a label isn’t enough to know which oils will work best for these problems.

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by April Thompson

These behaviors ugs don’t just feel A Primal Need good; they do also turn down our for Connection good. A simple biological response to Mata Amritanandamayi, embrace can boost our stress and may even a 65-year-old Indian spirhealth and mood, connect itual leader better known improve us spiritually and even as Amma, has hugged help mend society. how our immune tens of millions of people

Hugs and other system works. around the world, earning types of affectionate her the nickname, “the ~Michael Murphy, touching can provide hugging saint.” researcher numerous benefits in Amma’s tradition of the face of threats or stress, according to hugging people grew organically, from hugMichael Murphy, Ph.D., a researcher with ging someone she noticed in distress, to how the Laboratory for the Study of Stress, Imshe receives massive crowds clamoring for munity and Disease at Carnegie Mellon one of her loving, compassionate embraces.

University, in Pittsburgh. “The research

“A hug is a gesture that reveals the shows that touch behaviors like hugs spiritual truth that, ‘We are not two—we reduce negative responses to threats and are one,’” says Swami Amritaswarupananda, make people feel happier, more secure and one of Amma’s senior disciples. “In today’s more supported.” world, where people often feel alienated

In a study of 404 adults, Carnegie and lonely, a hug can uplift and make us Mellon researchers looked at how social feel reconnected to the people and world support and hugs affected participants’ around us.” susceptibility to the common cold after

Intention is key to the exchange of being exposed to the virus. “People expeenergy that occurs with a hug, says Amririencing lots of conflict are more likely to taswarupananda. “What is important is the get a cold when exposed to a virus,” says sincerity behind the action—the genuine Murphy. “But individuals who also tend feeling of love and compassion. A simple to receive lots of hugs appear protected glance or mere touch of the hand can have that same power to make us feel whole if from this additional risk.”

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that genuine, heartfelt connection is there.”

Hugs tap into that fundamental human need to belong, says Murphy. “Hugs and other forms of affectionate touch act as powerful reminders that we belong. “These behaviors also turn down our biological response to stress and may even improve how our immune system works.” For example, researchers think that touching might trigger our body to release oxytocin, a hormone that can reduce fear and improve social bonding, Murphy notes. Hugs and the associated oxytocin release can have powerful ripple effects in the body, decreasing heart rate and levels of stress hormones cortisol and norepinephrine, along with improving immune function and pain tolerance. Oxytocin can also trigger the release of feel-good hormones like serotonin and dopamine.

Bridging Divides With a Hug While Murphy cautions that the jury is out on the effects of hugs on strangers, as most research has been done on embraces between loved ones, Ken Nwadike, Jr. has built a national campaign around the concept. Known as the “free hugs guy”, the former competitive runner began offering up hugs during the 2014 Boston Marathon, the year after the deadly bombing.

Nwadike has since brought the Free Hugs Project to more divisive spaces, from political rallies to protests, offering hugs to all to spread love and inspire change.

The Los Angeles activist’s all-embracing hugs are a symbol of unconditional love, respect and unity at a time when tensions and political divisions are running high. For Nwadike, hugs are a way of de-escalating conflict and mending the human divide.

“Communities are divided because of fear, hatred and misunderstanding. Starting the conversation with kindness, rather than hatred, will get us a lot further,” he says.

Consent is always important, and not everyone appreciates an unsolicited hug. But like compliments, hugs are free to give and usually well received. As humans, we bear arms that were built not to harm, but to heal.

Connect with freelance writer April Thompson, of Washington, D.C., at AprilWrites.com.

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Insects around the world are in a crisis, and a new study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences suggests that the problem is even more widespread than scientists first believed. In a pristine rain forest in Puerto Rico, the number of invertebrates—including moths, butterflies, spiders and grasshoppers— dropped 60-fold between 1977 and 2013, probably due to a four-degree rise in average temperature. The lizards, birds and frogs that fed on them also seriously declined. In 2014, an international team of biologists estimated that globally in the past 35 years, the numbers of invertebrates such as beetles and bees had decreased by 45 percent.

Another recent study showed a 76 percent decrease in flying insects in the past few decades in German nature preserves. The food web may be being obliterated from the bottom: Insects pollinate three-quarters of our food crops, feed the birds and fish that are also consumed by larger species and are vital to the decomposition that keeps soil healthy and ecosystems running. “Nature’s resilient, but we’re pushing her to such extremes that eventually it will cause a collapse of the system,” Brad Lister, a co-author of the Puerto Rican study, told the New York Times.

Following the removal two years ago of an obsolete dam in Manville, New Jersey, American shad are successfully spawning in the lower section of the Millstone River.

The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) recently observed juvenile fish there for the first time since 1845. American shad (Alosa sapidissima) are the largest member of the herring family and are anadromous, as they spend most of their lives in saltwater, but return to freshwater rivers each spring to spawn. They played an important role in American history and economics.

New Jersey Department of Emvironmental Protection Commissioner Catherine McCabe says, “This species has an inherent tendency to recolonize once obstacles are removed from its migratory path.” During the Industrial Revolution, rivers were dammed for electric power and lakes, but during the last decade, dam removal has become a new call to action. Besides preventing fish migrations, dams also harm water quality in rivers by blocking water flow, trapping sediment and changing habitats.

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Wild Horses Ride Out the Storm rough weather. They know North Carolina’s freewhere to go to stay high roaming wild horse herds and dry, and are probably in on the Outer Banks have better shape right now than “ridden out” their share of most of us humans, who storms. When Hurricane are scrambling with final Florence struck the area preparations.” Historians in 2018, the Corolla Wild believe the herds, which Horse Fund of Currituck number about 100 horsCounty, where the herd es, descend from those lives, announced on Facebrought to the New World book, “The horses have

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feral mustangs to either huddle on high ground, butts to the wind, or seek refuge in the maritime forest during storms, say experts. But news has come of a Shackleford Banks horse named Merlin that was fenced in an inundated quarantine site

during the storm, according to the Foundation for Shackleford Horses. Merlin somehow survived, and it “may have involved swimming,” says Margaret Poindexter, president of the foundation that co-manages the herd on National Park Service land.

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A cold-loving fungus known as white-nose syndrome (Pseudogymnoascus destructans) originating in Eurasia, where bats evolved to develop immunity to it, began infecting 15 species of hibernating bats in North America in 2006. As the fungus grows over bats’ noses and wings, it disrupts their winter sleep, causing them to expend too much energy and burn up fat they need for winter survival. More than 6 million bats have succumbed to the disease so far. Some species are experiencing near total collapse: Little brown bat populations have been decimated by about 90 percent, while tricolored and northern long-eared bats are suffering losses of around 97 percent. Ecologists thought the fungus might halt at the Rockies, but by 2016 it had made its way to Washington State.

A collaboration between the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, biologists, ecologists, mycologists, biochemists and other scientists at universities, NGOs and state, federal and tribal agencies have made significant progress in combating the fungus using genomics: Sequencing its genes has allowed them to determine its origin. Plans include treating the caves and mines in which the bats hibernate. It also appears that some species are developing resistance to the fungus or developing coping strategies, like waking up together every night to generate extra group warmth.

Scientists are trying to translate speech-paralyzed patients’ thoughts into speech using brain implants. The technique will potentially provide a brain/computer interface (BCI) to enable people with a spinal cord injury, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, stroke or other paralyzing conditions to “talk” again. Experts think a system that decodes whether a person is silently saying yes, no, hungry, pain or water is now within reach, thanks to parallel advances in neuroscience, engineering and machine learning. “We think we’re getting enough of an understanding of the brain signals that encode silent speech that we could soon make something practical,” says Brian Pasley, of the University of California, Berkeley.

The first BCI read electrical signals in the motor cortex corresponding to the intention to move, and used software to translate the signals into instructions to operate a computer cursor or robotic arm. In 2016, scientists at the University of Pittsburgh went a step further, adding sensors to a mind-controlled robotic arm so it produced sensations of touch.

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Heart of a Woman The Right Choices Keep It Strong

by Lisa Marshall

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ometime between the salad and the main course at her grandson’s bar mitzvah, Joyce Lenard, then 69, felt a crushing pressure deep within her chest.

A tireless go-getter who had worked in Hillary Clinton’s district office when she was a U.S. senator, raised two daughters and recently donated a kidney to one of them, Lenard had spent months painstakingly planning the 100-guest gala, so when the pain came, she ignored it and got on with the party. She even drove herself to her Long Island home that night. “I just assumed I was having indigestion and it would pass,” Lenard recalls.

Hours later, her husband rushed her to the hospital, where she was diagnosed with a rare, often-fatal form of heart attack, takotsubo cardiomyopathy, in which intense stress literally changes the shape of the heart. Thankful to be alive, she has since taken up meditation, cleaned up her diet and now leads a support group for female heart patients of all ages. Like her, many of them never saw it coming.

“Women tend to be the caregivers,” says Lenard. “We take care of our husbands, our families, our friends, our careers, and we often forget about our own health. Then look what happens.” Lenard is among the 44 million U.S. women with cardiovascular disease, an insidious illness that until recently has been erroneously framed as a “man’s disease”. In reality, it is the number one killer of women, responsible for one in three deaths each year, according to the American Heart Association (AHA). By comparison, one in 26 women die of breast cancer.

While awareness has risen since 2004, when AHA launched its Go Red for Women campaign, surveys show only 17 percent of women view cardiovascular disease as something that should concern them.

It should, experts say, because 80 to 90 percent of cases are avoidable with lifestyle and dietary changes. In some cases, natural remedies can even reverse it. “We have all this sophisticated equipment and all these medications, but when it comes down

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In the late 1990s, researchers discovered women were about as likely as men to be diagnosed with the disease, and far more likely to die from it. “They didn’t have the classic signs and symptoms, so they often went undiagnosed and untreated,” explains Jennifer Mieres, M.D., a cardiology professor at the Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, in New York.

Along with chest pain, women often suffer fatigue, shortness of breath, indigestion, pain in the neck, back or jaw, nausea or anxiety in the months leading up to a heart attack. In more than half of the cases, according to one recent study in the journal Circulation, doctors fail to recognize these symptoms.

Then there is the “not now” factor. “I used to see women all the time who said, ‘I have had these symptoms for months, but I just didn’t have time to take care of it,’” says Mieres, co-author of Heart Smart for Women: Six S.T.E.P.S. in Six Weeks to Heart-Healthy Living.

Recent research has also shown that women are uniquely vulnerable to developing heart disease in ways that men don’t share. Taking birth control pills (especially while smoking) can boost risk. Complications during pregnancy such as preeclampsia and gestational diabetes can be hard on the heart, increasing vulnerability for years to come. Because estrogen is believed to be cardio-protective, when it wanes during perimenopause and menopause, risk goes up again.

“As soon as we hit menopause, our biological milieu starts to change,” says Mieres, noting that “good” cholesterol tends to decrease and “bad” cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides tend to increase.

Yet, arterial plaque—which can ultimately build up, break loose and cause a heart attack or stroke—starts accumulating as early as age 20, so the earlier women start paying attention, the better.

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to it, the vast majority of cardiovascular disease can be prevented,” says integrative cardiologist Christina Adams, M.D., of the Scripps Women’s Heart Center, in La Jolla, California.

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We have all this sophisticated equipment and all these medications, but when it comes down to it, the vast majority of cardiovascular disease can be prevented.

Food Not Meds

Thirty years after the first cholesterol-lowering medication hit the market, so-called statin drugs have become the largest class of medications in the world, with U.S. sales doubling between 2000 and 2010 to reach $20 billion, according to the U.S. Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality. While drugs can be appropriate for those already diagnosed with heart disease and at high risk of heart attack or stroke, they are not without serious side effects. Statins can cause chronic muscle pain, memory loss and increased blood sugar, while hypertension drugs can precipitate fainting and kidney damage.

For many patients, there’s another way, integrative cardiologists say. Unfortunately, most of the talk about prevention focuses on prescription medications, says Stephen Devries, M.D., executive director of the Chicago-based Gaples Institute for Integrative Cardiology. “What often gets lost in the discussion are the dietary changes, which can be equally important.”

Devries recommends a plant-based Mediterranean diet—low in the saturated fat found in beef, processed meats and cheese—and high in leafy greens, whole grains and the “good” fats found in fatty fish, olive oil and avocados. Specific foods have also been shown to lower cholesterol and blood pressure.

Nuts, including walnuts, peanuts and almonds, have been shown to lower LDL. One 2017 study of 77,000 female nurses, published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, found those that ate peanuts or tree nuts (including almonds and cashews) two or more times per week had a 19 percent lower risk of developing heart disease. Those that ate walnuts once a week cut their risk by 23 percent.

Dark purple and red fruits contain compounds called anthocyanins that boost production of nitric oxide, and in turn expand blood vessels, improving circulation. Another recent study, published in the journal Circulation, followed 94,000 women for 18 years and found those that ate four servings or more per week of blueberries and strawberries were a third less likely to have a heart attack.

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health, with recent research published in the journal Clinical Nutrition showing a daily serving of juice can make platelets less sticky, lower blood pressure and reduce plaque formation.

Dark leafy greens like kale and broccoli—which are rich in vitamin K—play an important role in fostering a healthy heart structure, with each serving per week cutting the risk of heart disease by 23 percent, according to the Gaples Institute.

Nurturing the Emotional Heart

No discussion of heart health would be complete without an emphasis on social and emotional health, a critical risk factor which until recently has been largely absent, says Sandeep Jauhar, M.D., director of the Heart Failure Program at the Long Island Jewish Medical Center, and author of the new book, Heart: A History.

But research shows the emotional heart can break, too, as in Lenard’s case.

With as many as 90 percent of incidents occurring in women, the condition that landed her in the emergency room often

shows up in patients with no signs of obstructed blood vessels or high cholesterol.

Rather, factors like financial worries, work stress or the death of or break-up with a loved one can flood the heart with stress hormones, changing its shape to one that resembles a Japanese pot called a takotsubo and weakening it profoundly. “Remarkably, in many cases, once the emotional state returns to normal, so does the heart,” says Jauhar.

Longer-term, emotional stress has been shown to lead to platelet aggregation, or stickiness in the blood, which can impact blood flow. Also, constant bombardment by stress hormones such as adrenaline and cortisol can damage the inner walls of blood vessels, boosting accumulation of plaque.

To nurture the metaphorical heart, integrative cardiologists recommend taking time to maintain healthy personal relationships and minimize work stress. As well, exercising five to six days per week for at least 30 minutes and practicing activities like mindfulness meditation or yoga have been shown to lower heart rate. A recent study published in the journal Circulation: Cardiovascular Quality and Outcomes

looked at 201 people with coronary heart disease. It found those that practiced meditation were 50 percent less likely to die or have a heart attack or stroke in the span of five years.

Finding quiet spaces to retreat to can also be important. A study published in November by researchers at Massachusetts General Hospital, in Boston, found that living and working in chronically noisy environments can boost the risk for heart problems. It is also wise to prioritize sleep (at least seven hours per night), because the lack of it can inflame arteries.

The bottom line is that a holistic approach is best, says Jauhar. “If you want to live a long life, don’t smoke, eat well and exercise, but also pay attention to the quality of your relationships and your ability to withstand stress and transcend distress. Those are also a matter of life and death.”

Lisa Marshall is a freelance health writer in Boulder, CO. Connect at LisaAnnMarshall.com.

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ª Omega-3 fatty acids: Eating fatty fish

or taking fish oil supplements (one to four grams daily of EPA/DHA) has been shown to reduce risk of heart disease in healthy people and lower triglyceride levels and risk of heart attack in those already diagnosed with cardiovascular disease. Walnuts, chia, hemp and flax seeds are excellent vegan sources of Omega-3s.

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hether skiing on fresh powder on a mountain slope, ice skating or snowshoeing, winter recreation offers new opportunities to get in shape and a specialized focus for fitness.

“Preparing your body should be on top of your list of vacation details,” says physical therapist Linda Scholl, of the University of Utah Orthopaedic Center. Her ski fitness classes in Salt Lake City focus on developing four muscle groups: quads, hamstrings, glutes and core. “Ideally, you should take six to eight weeks to prepare for a ski vacation, but three weeks’ prep is better than nothing,” she says.

That also goes for most winter pursuits.

Sean Sewell, founder of Mountain Fitness School, in Denver, concurs. “People tend to think that these sports are mostly quad-dominant, but it’s not necessarily the case. I believe the body works as a unit, and is therefore only as strong as its weakest link, so all muscle groups are important in the big picture.”

Winter-Ready Workouts Lunges, single-leg dead lifts and lateral-motion exercises are all well-suited for tailored training. Winter fitness prep classes offer ideal benefits, but simple walking or running up and down stairs can also do wonders.

“Stairs are the closest thing to a hill, and you can get creative with stairs—skipping a stair or hopping. It also has a cardio component which helps you adjust to the altitude of a ski destination,” says Scholl.

Maggie Lehrian, owner of Roots Yoga Studio, in Hawley, Pennsylvania, attests to yoga’s benefits for conditioning, “The standing sequences in yoga practice, especially hatha yoga, are tremendously effective at increasing balance and strength in the legs and glutes needed for cross-country and downhill skiing, skating and snow shoeing.”

She recommends adding 30 minutes of cardio, such as walking or running, three times a week to a balanced yoga practice that includes components of strength-building and stretching. Yoga fosters concentration and endurance and offers unrealized benefits. “Breathwork can be extremely helpful when traveling to higher altitudes,” says Lehrian. Yoga also scores high for attaining a confident, healthy beach body for a winter Caribbean getaway, with strength-building, core-focused styles such as vinyasa or power flow.

Avoiding Injury Experts agree that the body’s core muscle

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groups are not only key in getting fit, but play a major role in preventing common injuries. “The core should always be activated during heavy exercises. This keeps the back safe and allows for better power output,” says Sewell. “The core is not just the abdominal muscles. I like to think of the core as an area from the shoulders to the knees and both the front and back of the body.”

Proper alignment is paramount.

“Skiing involves absorbing a lot of force.

It’s literally controlling a fall downhill, so leg alignment is everything,” says Scholl.

This applies to many winter sports—including skiing, hockey and ice skating— to avoid injuries to the anterior cruciate ligament, which stabilizes the knee.

Body Basics Being winter-ready also means eating well and staying hydrated, both on and off the slopes. “Eat well and take recovery seriously,” says Sewell. “If you are serious about performance and recovery, then do not skip out on eating.”

Scholl recommends drinking plenty of water, avoiding alcohol before hitting the slopes and consuming a good balance of protein and carbohydrates, especially post-workout or after a day of skiing.

Perks of Winter Sports Choosing a winter sport is ideal to help combat cold weather blues and the all-toocommon winter rut. As a bonus, skiing and snowboarding burn a surprisingly high number of calories. In essence, getting outside just makes winter more enjoyable.

“Whether it is a solo powder day or a mellow spring day, being in the mountains is empowering and rejuvenating,” says Sewell.

Scholl agrees. “It’s important to stay active, regardless of how cold it is outside.

Enjoy winter and where you are.”

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Winter-Worthy Workouts

According to Mountain Fitness School founder Sean Sewell:

n Stretching and warming up are a must for mobility, recovery and most importantly, to maximize all exercises. Using foam rollers or a lacrosse ball and yoga and massage are all recommended. n Kettlebell Swing is the best bang-for-your-buck exercise for glutes, core, calorie-burning and endurance. If this is too advanced, a deadlift can replicate many of the same benefits. n Squat for healthy knees, strong quads and core, and better motor control. Try the goblet squat, offset squat, double kettlebell squat or body squat, or whatever else might be more comfortable. n Lunging is a good starting exercise; step-back, front and side lunges are three options. Add weight when proficient with a kettlebell, dumbbell or even a backpack. n Press for upper body strength and a strong core; pushup, chest press, overhead press.

According to physical therapist Linda Scholl, the following are recommended for three days a week for six to eight weeks to build strength and skill without overtraining. Repeat each exercise with a 15-second rest. n Hamstrings focus: dumbbell dead lifts standing on one or both legs (three repetitions, 10 each side) n Squats: body weight squat (10, three repetitions progressing to 10, three repetitions each leg) Tip: Technique matters. Squat with good form: knees over your ankles in both the frontal and sagittal plane (knees in line with your first and second toe and never in front of the toes throughout the entire squat). n Buttocks/Lateral Motion: speed skater hops (three repetitions of 20 seconds each from side-to-side) n Core focus: plank/side plank (three repetitions of 30 seconds each) Check with a physician before beginning an exercise regimen.

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In my decades of work as a psychotherapist and coach, I’ve come to realize again and again that the qualities people feel most embarrassed or awkward about—their deepest insecurities—are some of their greatest gifts.

These Core Gifts are like secret parts of ourselves that we often want to hide because we feel so vulnerable around them.

But these gifts are where we have the greatest sensitivity and passion; they’re the things we feel and care the most deeply about and the keys to finding someone who really loves us for who we are. When we learn to lead with and cherish our Core Gifts instead of hiding them away, the story of our romantic life completely changes.

But the opposite is true, too. Suppressing our gifts is actually an act of

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quiet violence against our most authentic self, and it always leads us into situations where we end up feeling diminished or hurt. The degree to which we feel ashamed of those vulnerable parts of ourselves is the degree to which we’re going to be attracted to people who are bad for us.

How can we move past our insecurities to discover and honor our Core Gifts?

If you find yourself repeatedly attracted to people who don’t treasure you for who you are, there are Core Gift qualities you haven’t learned to honor. Anywhere you’re insecure, you can ask yourself questions that really change the way you think about yourself. What might be the gift that lies inside this insecurity, and how have I not honored it? Who are the people in my life who have valued my gifts and how did that feel?

You can also discover your Core Gifts by asking yourself what sensitivities keep getting stepped on or neglected—those are qualities you haven’t learned to treasure enough yet.

Why is it important to differentiate between what you call Attractions of Inspiration and Attractions of Deprivation?

This is perhaps the most important distinction you can make in your search for love.

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Attractions of Deprivation are attractions to people who are only sometimes available to love and treat you well, but you become deeply invested in trying to get them to love you because you’re unconsciously trying to heal old childhood wounds through the relationship.

But there are also Attractions of Inspiration; these are people who inspire you by who they are in the world and how they treat you and others. When you start really learning how to honor and lead with your Core Gifts, your attractions change. You’ll start becoming attracted to available people who love you for who you are.

Deciding to say no to Attractions of Deprivation to only pursue Attractions of Inspiration is quite simply the most important decision you’ll ever make in your search for healthy love.

What is the Wave of Distancing, and how can it sabotage relationships?

The Wave of Distancing is the single greatest saboteur of healthy love that I know of.

If you haven’t yet learned to honor your Core Gifts, you’ll want to flee when you meet Attractions of Inspiration who are available and kind. You may begin noticing qualities about them that irritate you and find yourself wanting to leave—this is what I call the Wave.

The Wave is fear, because something deep inside you knows that this person could be special, and to open yourself up to and possibly be hurt by a kind person is a very scary thing. So your psyche unconsciously protects you by making you want to flee, and if you don’t understand this, then you may leave what could be a wonderful relationship.

If you do understand it, you’ll come to realize that like a wave, it hits hard, but then passes. If you can stick around long enough and just keep enjoying that person throughout the Wave, those feelings will disappear and the attraction will return.

Emily Courtney is a freelance health and wellness writer and editor living in northern Colorado. Connect at EmilyCourtneyWrites@gmail.com.

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Divide into four bowls. For texture and crunch, garnish with roasted pepita or pumpkin seeds.

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Hearty Bread

This whole-grain, gluten-free, no-knead, no-mess bread contains flax, sunflower and chia seeds, hazelnuts, oats, coconut oil and maple syrup as a sweetener. Accompanying soup, it makes for a satisfying meal.

This recipe is adapted from “Change Your Life Bread” in D’Anca’s book My New Roots.

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s a special meal for Valentine’s Day or any other, many plant-based dishes are so tasty that no one will miss the meat. Low in fat and sugar and high in ingredients that promote heart health, the following recipes are courtesy of Carol D’Anca, a board-certified nutrition practitioner and author of Real Food for Healthy People: A Recipe & Resource Guide, in Highland Park, Illinois.

Start With Soup

Rich in dietary fiber and low in fat, butternut squash with low-salt vegetable broth and spices is an easy-to-make soup loaded with nutrients and flavor. Allow 40 to 45 minutes to roast the squash.

Butternut Squash Soup Yields: Four servings 1 butternut squash, 2-3 lbs, peeled and cut in cubes to equal 4 cups

3 cups low-sodium vegetable broth Dash red pepper flakes Freshly ground black pepper Pepitas or pumpkin seeds for garnish Preheat oven to 425° F. Line a heavy baking pan with parchment paper. Spread squash cubes in a single layer, using two lined pans if needed. Roast for about 40 minutes or until tender when pierced with a fork.

Alternate method: Wash the squash. Make several slits to allow for escaping steam.

Roast whole in the oven for about 45 minutes or until soft and easy to peel and cut.

Transfer the roasted squash to a food processor or heavy-duty blender. Add remaining ingredients and process until smooth. Add additional broth to reach desired consistency.

Natural Awakenings recommends using organic, fair trade, non-genetically modified ingredients, BPA-free canned goods and non-bromated flour whenever possible.

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Change Your Life Bread Yields: One loaf 2 cups shelled raw sunflower seeds 1 cup whole flax seeds 1 cup blanched hazelnuts 3 cups rolled oats (use certified gluten-free oats, if needed) 4 Tbsp chia seeds 6 Tbsp psyllium husks Pinch fresh ground coarse salt, preferably Himalayan 2 Tbsp maple syrup 6 Tbsp coconut oil, liquefied at low temperature in a small pan 3 cups water In a loaf pan lined with parchment, combine all dry ingredients, stirring well.

Whisk maple syrup and water together in a measuring cup.

Add to the dry ingredients and mix until everything is soaked and dough becomes thick. If it’s too thick to stir, add one or two teaspoons of water until it’s manageable.

Smooth the top with the back of a spoon.

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Let it sit on the counter for at least two hours, or all day or overnight. When the dough retains its shape, even when you pull the sides of the loaf pan or lift the parchment, it’s ready to bake.

Use red, orange, yellow or a mix of colors 1½ Tbsp fresh thyme leaves 1 lb fresh asparagus, pencil thin is best (if not available, substitute red chard) ¼ cup pitted Kalamata olives ½ cup fresh basil ¼ cup white wine or white wine vinegar

Preheat oven to 350° F. Place loaf pan in the oven on the middle rack and bake for 20 minutes. Remove bread from loaf pan, place it upside down directly on the rack and bake for another 30 to 40 minutes.

Bread is done when it sounds hollow when tapped. Let cool completely before slicing.

Squeeze garlic from its skins into a large skillet. Add the rest of the ingredients and mix well. Cook over medium heat until the mixture is reduced and thickened to a sauce (coulis), about 20 to 30 minutes. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook until al dente.

Store bread in a tightly sealed container for up to five days. Freezes well. For a quick and easy toast, slice before freezing.

Drain the pasta well and place back in the pan. Add tomato coulis and olives. Toss well to infuse flavors. Let warm for 2 to 3 minutes.

Serve at once.

The Pleasures of Pasta

Pasta is guilt-free when we use a whole wheat variety that digests more slowly than white flour pasta, avoiding blood sugar spikes, D’Anca says. Gluten-free, grainfree or vegetable pasta can be substituted for whole grain pasta. Fresh asparagus is recommended. If it’s not in season, consider red chard for its bright red and green colors and abundance of vitamins K, A and C. It’s a good source of magnesium, potassium, iron and dietary fiber.

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Chickpeas are a great source of fiber. Bell peppers, also known as sweet peppers, are available in white, orange, green and purple. Lycopene gives red tomatoes their color, may reduce LDL (bad) cholesterol and lower blood pressure. Yellow tomatoes have twice as much iron and zinc and higher levels of vitamin B and folate to help red blood cells. Darker tomatoes ranging from purple to black produce higher levels of antioxidants for a reduced risk of cardiovascular disease. Don’t overlook green tomatoes, which are higher in vitamin K and calcium than reds or yellows.

Whole Grain Pasta with Asparagus and Tomato Coulis Yields: 6 servings for dinner or 8 as a smaller first course.

1 lb of your favorite whole grain pasta 3 large cloves garlic, roasted for about 25 minutes in their skins 3 pints cherry or grape tomatoes, halved

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Eating healthy doesn’t mean all salads, all the time. From appetizer to dessert, healthy, easy-to-make, creative and colorful recipes can improve health and add flavor to life.

Preheat oven to 400° F. Put mushrooms, tomatoes, red and yellow peppers, onion and garlic in a large roasting pan. Roast for about 30 minutes or until the vegetables caramelize.

Almond Butter and Raw Cacao Chocolate Truffles

Remove the pan and turn the vegetables over. Add the chickpeas and rosemary and return to the oven. Roast for another 30 to 45 minutes until the edges of the vegetables start to turn dark and the chickpeas are browning.

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Yields: 12 servings

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Sprinkle with balsamic vinegar, toss and serve warm as is or over quinoa.

Burgers for Lunch

These burgers are good either oven baked or grilled, weather permitting. Offer toppings like baby spinach, salsa, nut cheese, pesto, fig jam, mango or slaw. Apple cider vinegar, dill, celery salt and agave nectar to taste makes a dressing for slaw. Thin slices of Granny Smith or Honey Crisp apples add a tang of tart or hint of sweetness.

Black Bean/Veggie Burger 1 16-oz can of black beans, drained, rinsed well and dried on a paper towel ½ red bell pepper, cut in large pieces 1 medium-size onion, cut in large pieces 1 Tbsp chili powder, mild or hot to taste 3 cloves of garlic, rough chopped 1 tsp black cumin 1 Tbsp ground flax seeds 3 Tbsp water Approximately 1 cup bread crumbs (gluten-free if needed) to act as a binder 4 buns or bread of choice

Make a flax “egg” by mixing the ground flax seeds with the water. Let it sit for 3 to 5 minutes until it thickens to an egg consistency.

Place the bell pepper, onion and garlic in a food processor and process until smooth.

Remove the mixture and drain in a fine sieve. Too much liquid will make the burgers fall apart.

Place black beans in the food processor and pulse to a thick, sticky consistency.

Add the drained red pepper mixture, flax “egg”, cumin and chili spice. Process until lightly mixed.

1 cup almond meal ½ cup almond butter ¼ cup raw cacao, organic 3 Tbsp grade B maple syrup 1 tsp organic vanilla ¼ cup raw almonds, ground ¼ cup raw cacao nibs, ground Finely ground nuts like walnuts or hazelnuts, shredded coconut or raw cacao for texture and added flavor Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl and mix them to a smooth batter. Chill the batter for about 20 minutes.

Roll into either bite-sized or larger balls to serve as is or roll in nuts, coconut or cacao for texture and added taste.

For more recipes and information about nutrition and heart health provided by D’Anca, visit FoodNotMeds.com.

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Remove the burger mixture to a bowl.

Add bread crumbs until the mix forms into patties.

Grill for 5 to 10 minutes, turning once, or bake in a 350° F oven on a parchment-lined baking sheet for about 5 to 10 minutes on each side.

Guilt-Free Chocolate Dessert

“Chocolate desserts usually include loads of sugar and butter, making them a highly processed and saturated-fat food,” says D’Anca. “These treats deliver the good fat of cacao nibs and the antioxidants of raw cacao.”

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It features local leaders and everyday citizens telling the stories behind climate-related recovery and resiliency. The documentary illustrates the tireless innovative efforts to reduce carbon emissions, including those in former coal boomtowns such as Pittsburgh, where Mayor Bill Peduto says, “There are now more jobs in renewable energy in the state of Pennsylvania than coal, natural gas and oil combined.”

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A COMMON HEART SONG Whales Point the Way

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ust as whales are born with an instinct for the deep, we are born with an impulse toward creating a quality of life. No matter the type of work that leads us there, following that impulse is the destiny of each soul, so we search to find our medium through which aliveness can express itself. Following our instinct for the deep, we find each other.

In areas of the Atlantic and Pacific oceans, whales sing basically the same song, and when a new verse is added, they all incorporate it. As humans, we have a greater capacity to communicate, yet we resist adding to our common song.

Whales occupying the same geographical areas that may include large oceans tend to sing similar songs with local variations, but whales from other regions of the world will sing entirely different songs. Once united, though, they find a common pitch. The songs are constantly evolving over time, and old patterns are not repeated.

In essence, whales stay current, freshly updating their communications with each other. It’s a noble task for us all to emulate.

Most whales, especially humpbacks, compose patterns of sound that are strikingly resonant with human musical traditions.

What helps whales be such good communicators is that sound travels about four times faster in water than on land. Thus, it is profoundly easier to hear in the deep. Dwelling there, we have a better chance of staying current and hearing our common song.

When we follow our instinct for the deep, we discover our common song, which brings us alive. Through this unfolding, we make our contribution to the common good. From generation to generation, all that we learn and create adds to this living work of art we call a quality of life.

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eart health. I’m not talking about eating healthy and exercising. I’m talking about the metaphorical heart—the fount of our emotions, the spirit of who we are. As teens we are trying to figure out life, what we stand for and how to express our emotions.

At school I’ve been taught how to add and subtract, read and write, and understand the histories of nations. Now as a senior in high school, I have even learned how to find derivatives and apply them. As someone who finds math challenging, know that it is quite a statement when I say that emotions are infinitely more complex. However, we are not given as much education on how to manage our emotions in a healthy way and maintain a positive perspective.

A few of my thoughts and suggestions when it comes to emotions: •

A happy-go-lucky teen may not be as happy as you think.

Sometimes it is easier to hide emotions than to try to explain them. Parents, take the time to ask your teen how they are really feeling. Teens, do the same with your friends. It is often easier to talk about emotions when asked a direct question.

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If you are having trouble understanding your emotions, talk to someone and maybe even keep a journal of how you feel throughout the day. By reflecting on the many emotions you experience and discussing them with a trusted friend or adult, you may be able to better comprehend why you feel the way you do.

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Take the time to experience and deal with your emotions as opposed to brushing them off or compartmentalizing them.

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Emotions are abstract, which means they can be hard to put into words. When talking with others about their emotions, be open-minded and non-judgmental. What may seem like an insignificant problem to you could feel like a crisis to the person that is dealing with it. It is easier to make sense of a problem when you are on the outside than when you are completely immersed in it. Be patient when listening to others’ issues and recognize that it likely took a lot of courage for them to confide in you.

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When helping someone with their emotional stress, be respectful and supportive. Sometimes just listening is all they need.

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I know you have likely read this on a poster or heard this from an adult: if you are concerned for someone’s safety, seek help from a trusted adult immediately. I completely understand the importance of trust and confidentiality; however, it is more important to protect the well-being of the person that needs immediate help. Even though it may cause friction in the short term, they will hopefully realize how getting professional help was what they really needed.

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A common problem that teens have is the overwhelming need for validation. Social media has allowed us to connect with others instantaneously and constantly. While this has many benefits, it can also exacerbate the need for others’ approval. Many teens will ask each other for “likes” on social media and may align their worth with the number of likes. While this may not make sense to adults, it has become an automatic way of thinking for many teens. It is important to remember that digital approval is not indicative of how wonderful you truly are.

Emotional health is essential to our well-being. It is natural to feel down sometimes; that’s okay. Remember that it is important to reach out for help when you need it. Everyone struggles at one point or another and knowing when to ask for help is a strength, not a weakness. With all this in mind, remember to be cognizant of your heart health—embrace life’s happy moments.

Hannah Adamson is a senior in high school. She practices meditation and takes ThetaHealing courses with Reshma Shah in Westfield, New Jersey.

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ow often do we get to experience quality time with our friends and loved ones? When I asked myself this question, I discovered something eye opening. While in the presence of friends and family, more often than not, I find that my brain is preparing for the next adventure. This is a sign for me to slow down and hit the reset button.

Human contact is essential for our health and well-being. Heart connections keep the spirits lifted and the immune system strong. Real, genuine conversation keeps the mind sharp and youthful. So, I asked myself, how can I be fully present during my downtime with friends and family without feeling guilty that I’m not mentally tackling my to-do list? My heart responded quickly and proposed that I treat every human interaction as a living, breathing meditation.

Similar to seated meditation, which takes about 20 minutes each day to open our mind and heart, we can take the same amount of time each day to enjoy a conversation with someone that lights a spark within our soul. We all notice when we are interacting with someone that is distracted, half listening and quick to speak. If you find yourself doing that, now is the perfect time to commit to being fully present during your social interactions, even if it’s for only 20 minutes.

Put away the phone, turn off the TV and avoid doing anything that will take your mind away from the beautiful human being you are interacting with. This one might be a challenge! In 20 minutes’ time, I can reach for my phone to create a memo, check my calendar, take a photo and fact check something that someone just told me. Don’t worry, there will be time to post pictures later.

One of my favorite things about meditation is that it provides the opportunity to listen. Magic happens when we listen.

Prayers are answered when we listen.

Messages come to us when we listen. If you find yourself quick to speak, now is a good time to clear up those mental pathways.

Just be and listen.

FaceTime and Skype are great if that’s all you have time for, but the best part about actual human interaction is that you get to hug it out. Science has found hugs to be incredibly healing for the nervous system, and they can leave a smile on your face for hours afterward. Be sure to end this meditation with a heartfelt hug.

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Learning to Love – 7-9pm. Free discussion groups based on the Pathwork teachings for self-awareness and transformation. Princeton Fellowship in Prayer. Contact Amy: ADPathwork@gmail.com.

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SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 9 Nutritional Muscle Testing – 11am-1:30pm.

Facilitator: Dian Freeman. Muscle testing, applied kinesiology is dowsing using the body as the dowsing tool. Practice testing body points that reflect the nutritional and health status. $50/public. $35/students of Dian’s Six-Month Nutritional Certification Program. RSVP: 973 267-4816. Dian’s Wellness Simplified, 1500 Mt Kemble Ave., Ste 202, Morristown.

Free Pilates Mat Class – 11:30am-1:30pm.

Instructors: Samantha Woodstock and Dina Caivano. True Definition, 1931 Washington Valley Rd., Martinsville. Info: Toni@True-Definition.com.

Register: True-Definition.com and click Events/ Workshops.

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Energy Overview – 2-4:30pm. Facilitator: Dian Freeman. Healing comes from within and without by sharing, internalizing and applying energetic vibrations through thoughts, crystals, colors, harmonics and more. Color charts and color glasses available to purchase. $50/public. $35/students of Dian’s Six-Month Nutritional Certification Program. RSVP: 973 267-4816. Dian’s Wellness Simplified, 1500 Mt Kemble Ave., Ste 202, Morristown.

Restorative Yoga to Live Cello: Love Songs – 3pm. Take a moment and enjoy restorative yoga to the love song from Broadway Shows and Iconic Movies. Chocolate will be served. $25. Be Here Now Yoga, 63 Main St., Ste 202, Flemington. 908642-0989. Karen@BeHerenNowYoga108.com.

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SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 10 Love Yourself: Restorative Yoga with Mary – 122pm. All levels. No experience necessary. Space is limited. $35. Awakening Point Yoga Studio, 254A Mountain Ave., Ste 2A, Hackettstown. Register: 973-670-7421. AwakeningPoint.com.

Conversation with Crystals – 1-3pm. Study crystals associated with the Lovers tarot card. $30. Gaia’s Gifts, 16 Broad St., Washington. 908223-1331. EnlightenedEffulgence@ymail.com.

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WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 13 Micronutrient, Hormone, Thyroid, MTHFR Testing – 3-6pm. Testing by Spectracell and Vibrant Wellness Labs. Most insurance accepted. Valley Integrative Pharmacy, 75 Washington Valley Rd., Bedminster. Appt only: 908-658-4900. Janet@ ValleyPharmacyRX.com. ValleyPharmacyRX.com.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 14 Maui Retreat: 8 Days & Nights of Healing & Adventure in Hawaii – Feb. 14-22. Awaken your sacred energy, experience the heart of mother earth and ignite your spiritual body. All meals and lodges are included, prices vary depending on activities you choose. For information, email contact@ RAYKIschool.com or visit RAYKIschool.com and select “retreat”.

Reiki Share with Reiki Master Diana Davis – 7pm.

This share is for everyone, Reiki practitioners and non-practitioners alike. $10. Be Here Now Yoga, 63 Main St., Ste 202, Flemington. 908642-0989. Karen@BeHereNowYoga108.com.

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Card and Chart Readings – 10am-5pm. Instructor: Michael Zaikowski. Access guidance from the stars, planets, your higher self, tarot, guardian angels, spirit guides and loved ones from the other side who want to help you on your journey. $65/30 min. card reading; $75/30 min. chart reading. RSVP: 973-2674816. Dian’s Wellness Simplified, 1500 Mt Kemble Ave., Ste 202, Morristown. WellnessSimplified.com.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 16 Reiki 1 Class – 9am-5pm. Gentle method to help restore balance and harmony in our hearts

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Certain events listed in our calendar might be subject to change. Please call in advance to ensure that the event you’re interested in is still available. and lives. $150/before 1/31. $200/after. 609-7521048. Siobhan@NextStepStrategiesLLC.com.

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Reiki II Training & Certification– 2/16-17.

1:30-7pm. Instructor: Beth Wishbow, Reiki Master Teacher. Expand your Reiki abilities in this comprehensive and in-depth training & certification. $225. eZential Wellness Center, 1 Lamington Rd., Branchburg. Register: eZentialWellness.com/Reiki.

Beth@InSightHolisticHealth.com.

Homeopathic Consultations with Virangini Cindy Rounsaville, – 2-4pm. By appointment only. Valley Integrative Pharmacy, 75 Washington Valley Rd., Bedminster. Info and appointments: 908-996-6761.

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savethedate REIKI 1 CLASS February 16 • 9am-5pm A gentle method that helps to restore balance and harmony Early Bird Special, $150 if paid by 1/31/19 After 1/31/19, fee is $200.

Location: Hainesport, NJ For information and to register, contact

Siobhan@NextStepStrategiesLLC.com 609-752-1048 NextStepStrategiesLLC.com

The Center for Advanced Health Through Dentistry Our aim is to restore you to health and vitality by eliminating dental road blocks.

Our patients come from New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and other states...some have even traveled from outside the United States!

Why? Because quality biocompatible dental care provided by a warm, caring dental team in a comfortable, relaxed setting is worth the trip.

Joseph R. Mele

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- Fellowship in Institute for Natural Dentistry - Diplomate Member in American Association of Nutritional Consultants - Member of The International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology - Member of The Holistic Dental Association

We offer the highest quality dental services including...

• Safe removal of amalgam restorations (fillings) following OSHA and EPA guidelines • Biocompatible dental materials including BPA-free restorations • Non-surgical natural and nutritional therapies to treat periodontal disease and dental decay • Effective treatment of TMJ, teeth grinding, bad breath, snoring, sleep apnea, and mouth breathing

We Cater to Children with a Holistic Approach Does your child (up to age 10) show signs of:

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MONDAY, FEBRUARY 18 Crystal Singing Bowl Healing – 7:30-9:30pm. Group sound healing with crystal bowls to promote relaxation and self-healing. $25. Gaia’s Gifts, 16 Broad St., Washington. 908-223-1331. EnlightenedEffulgence@ ymail.com. GaiasGiftsNJ.biz.

Integrative Healing Touch through Therapeutic Cuddle Sessions

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 21 Learning to Love – 7-9pm. Free discussion groups based on the Pathwork teachings for self-awareness and transformation. Sand Hills Wellness Center, 57 Sand Hills Rd., Kendall Park. Contact Amy: ADPathwork@gmail.com. Philapathwork.org.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 22 Crystal Singing Bowl Sound Bath – 6:30-7:30pm. $20/advance. $25/at the door. Awakening Point Yoga

Ages 18+ welcome.

Contact Karen at 908-768-1800 or InYourArms@zoho.com

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Studio, 254A Mountain Ave., Ste 2A, Hackettstown.

Register: 973-670-7421. AwakeningPoint.com.

Suppers Program – 6:30-8:30pm. Theme: CSA sign-up & stress management. A friendly space for individuals to transition their way towards a healthy lifestyle. Learn to cook, taste, and feel their way to vibrant health. Fee: cost of the meal plus a small donation. Sand Hills Community Wellness Center, 57 Sand Hills Rd., Kendall Park.

Maryann: 732-419-3551. SandHillsWellness.com.

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Hayes, Equus Coaches and Institute for Integrative Nutrition Health coaches, along with horses, will facilitate you on a highly interactive journey to wholeness. Register by 2/10: $1,597. After: $1,950.

Tri-Brook Equestrian Center. Register: 908-2177852 or UnbridledLifeCoaching.com.

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Sound of Soul – 11am-12noon. Experience HU, an ancient Mantra, to align with God’s love. Chant HU, have contemplative time, and enjoy spiritual conversation. Free. Eckankar Center, 323 Main St., Metuchen. 800-870-9139. Eckankar–NJ.org.

Card and Chart Readings – 10am-5pm. Instructor: Michael Zaikowski. Access guidance from the stars, planets, your higher self, tarot, guardian angels, spirit guides and loved ones from the other side who want to help you on your journey. $65/30 min. card reading; $75/30 min. chart reading. RSVP: 973-2674816. Dian’s Wellness Simplified, 1500 Mt Kemble Ave., Ste 202, Morristown. WellnessSimplified.com.

Restorative Yoga – 12-1:30pm. Instructor: Deb Vari. Restful, passive form of yoga designed to open the body deeply but gently. Essential oils available for use as enhancement. $20. Sand Hills Community Wellness Center, 57 Sand Hills Rd., Kendall Park. Info: Gentle.Yoga@ hotmail.com or SandHillsWellness@gmail.com.

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How to Read Medical Blood Test Naturally: Class 1 – 11am-1:30pm. Knowing how to read medical tests and what deficiencies may be causing what indicators on the test is a powerful way to be in control of your own health. $50/public. $35/students of Dian’s Six-Month Nutritional Certification Program. RSVP: 973 267-4816. Dian’s Wellness Simplified, 1500 Mt Kemble Ave., Ste 202, Morristown.

Sufi Dances of Universal Peace Workshop – 122pm. After 10am Sunday Service. Form a circle with Andre Bernard and Yasmin Haut, the dance leaders, guest speakers and workshop presenters, as they guide us through the vocals and dance movements.

Love offering. Unity Spiritual Center, 453 Bellwood Ave., Asbury (physically located in Pattenburg).

908-730-8792. UnitySpiritualCenter.org.

Numerology Workshop – 2-4:30pm. Instructor: Michael Zaikowski. Learn what is in your name and birth date through understanding the meaning of numbers in numerology. $50/public. $35/students of Dian’s Six-Month Nutritional Certification Program. RSVP: 973 267-4816. Dian’s Wellness Simplified, 1500 Mt Kemble Ave., Ste 202, Morristown.

Drum Circle with Dana McCurdy and Mark Wood – 7-9pm. All are welcome, no experience necessary! Open circle drumming, percussion, and dancing. $15. Drum rental: $5. eZential Wellness, 1 Lamington Rd., Branchburg. 908-526-0002.

Register: eZentialWellness.com/Events.

New Year, Renewed You: A Six-Month Journey to Wholeness – Starts 2/23. Pam Hunter and Kerry

Reiki Share with Reiki Master Diana Davis – 7pm.

This share is for everyone, Reiki practitioners and non-practitioners alike. $10. Be Here Now Yoga, 63 Main St., Ste 202, Flemington. 908642-0989. Karen@BeHereNowYoga108.com.

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Aerial Yoga Workshop & TT Info Session – 3-5:30. Instructor: Jodi Korbin. Advanced: 3-4pm, Info: 4-4:30pm, restorative yoga: 4:30-5:30pm. $35/one class, $60/both. True Definition, 1931 Washington Valley Rd., Martinsville. Info: Toni@ True-Definition.com. Register: True-Definition.com and click Events/Workshops.

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 25 Understand Estrogen Workshop – 7pm. Speaker: Kirstin Nussgruber, certified nutritionist and cancer

mentor. Learn what we need to know about this vital hormone. Free. Valley Integrative Pharmacy, 75 Washington Valley Rd., Bedminster. RSVP required: 908-658-4900. Janet@ValleyPharmacyRX.com.

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Family Constellations Workshop – 7:15-9:15pm.

Facilitator: Kerry Kay. The issues you struggle with may have roots in hidden dynamics within your family system. $10. Sand Hills Community Wellness Center, 57 Sand Hills Rd., Kendall Park.

Register: KerryKayHealing@gmail.com or 609273-1378. SandHillsWellness.com.

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 26 Micronutrient, Hormone, Thyroid, MTHFR Testing – 10am-1pm. Testing by Spectracell and Vibrant Wellness Labs. Most insurance accepted.

Valley Integrative Pharmacy, 75 Washington Valley Rd., Bedminster. Appt only: 908-658-4900. Janet@ ValleyPharmacyRX.com. ValleyPharmacyRX.com.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 27 Restorative Yoga with Nicole Roman, RYT – 122pm. Deeply relax your body and restore peace to your mind, with yoga postures supported by bolsters, blankets, and pillows. Open to all levels. $35. eZential Wellness, 1 Lamington Rd., Branchburg. 908-5260002. Register: eZentialWellness.com/Yoga.

Organizing for the Creative Mind – 7-9pm.

Unlock your creative force power to organize the way creative people think. $35. Madison Adult School, Madison High School, 170 Ridgedale Ave., Madison. Info: OrganizeNJ.com/Events.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 28 Thermography Medical Imaging – 9am-7pm.

Facilitator: Lisa Mack. Valley Integrative Pharmacy, 75 Washington Valley Rd., Bedminster. Info: 609618-6545. ValleyPharmacyRX.com.

Organizing for the Creative Mind – 2-4pm.

Unlock your creative force power to organize the way creative people think. Free. Warren County Library, 2 Shotwell Dr., Belvidere. Info: OrganizeNJ.com/Events.

Alchemy, Fire and Celtic Shamanism – 7-8:30pm.

Learn about another facet of the “fire in the head” through lecture, journeywork and discussion. $15.

Auset Gypsy Metaphysical Emporium, 15 S. 2nd St., Easton, PA. Info: OrganizeNJ.com/Events.

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Energy Medicine 101 & 102 – Mar. 23-24; 9am5pm. Learn a daily routine to help improve your energy, stay grounded, pain releasing techniques, energy testing on yourself and others. $150/class or $275/both when registered by 3/1. After: $175/ class. Lakewood, NJ & Langhorne, PA. 609-7521048. Siobhan@NextStepStrategiesLLC.com.

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Smile, it is the key that fits the lock of everybody’s heart. ~Anthony J. D’Angelo

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planahead savethedate SPIRITUAL WISDOM ON LIFE AFTER DEATH Free Workshop and Book Sunday, March 3 • 1pm Find out how love is stronger than fear Metuchen Library 480 Middlesex Avenue Metuchen NJ 08840 800-870-9139 eckankar-nj.org Presented by ECKANKAR The Path of Spiritual Freedom

savethedate THE PLAYFUL HEART WORKSHOP March 22, 23, 24 Fri 5- 8:30pm; Sat 9am-6pm; Sun 9am - 5pm Learn how to PLAY, FLOW, CREATE & GROW through restorative yoga, gentle movements, journaling and self-discovery exercises. Explore the art to a playful heart!

Cost: $397. Early Bird Special: $297 if you sign-up before Feb 28.

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178 Center Street, Clinton For more information and to register: contact Rachel Salzhauer at relaxwithrachelnj@gmail.com.

savethedate QI HEALER SEMINAR & WORKSHOP March 8-10 & 15-17, 2019 Fri 5:30-9pm; Sat/Sun 9am-5pm Learn a complete system of non-invasive, safe and highly effective ancient Chinese medicine. Six days to a way to keep your health and the health of others--your loved ones, patients, friends, and more. (February 1, 2 or 3 for snow days, if needed.)

Instructors: Dr. Janet Oussaty and Joe Zakszewski Tuition $850. For professionals 30 CEUs from NCCAOM.

Qi Gong for Healing Center 67 Mountain Blvd, Warren To Register: 908-947-1563 For information visit QiGongForHealing.com.

savethedate ENERGY MEDICINE 101 & 102 March 23 & 24 • 9am-5pm Learn a daily routine to help improve your energy, stay grounded, pain releasing techniques, energy testing on yourself and others.

Early Bird Special $150/class or $275/both if paid by 3/1/19 After 3/1/19, fee is $175/class.

Location: Langhorne, PA. (Additional class: March 16 & 17, Georgian Court University, Lakewood, NJ) For information and to register, contact

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INTUITIVE SERVICES READINGS: Oracle card and palmistry readings offered in person, phone, parties welcome.

Spiritually guided channeled messages are for your highest good. Let my gifts guide you!

Reasonable rates. Cheryl 908-268-8029.

SPACE/OFFICE FOR RENT PROFESSIONAL SPACE AVAILABLE Acupuncturist has two treatment rooms (one small, one large; both with massage tables) available for rent on Tuesdays, Fridays and Sundays. Would be perfect for massage therapist, reflexologist, nutritionist, holistic counselor, etc. Located in Flemington. For details, call Kristin at 973-979-1652 or pointdoctor@aol.com.

SPACE FOR RENT: Beautiful office space in Wellness Center in Downtown Warren Twp. in Somerset County. Square footage varies from 100 for an individual office to 2,000 for multiple offices. Space includes a waiting room for clients, a beverage bar, a file room, practitioner room and separate entrance and coat closet as well as opportunities for conference room/lecture/workshop room as well as a future kitchen and open area for yoga or clinics. Your monthly check will include rent, CAM, cleaning services, internet, heating and electric. Plenty of parking and centrally located to major highways. Email Stacey at sab@vfproperties.com or call 908-755-2723 for more information.

SPACE FOR RENT: Event & meeting rental space in Morristown, NJ. Great for recitals, weddings, practice/rehearsal space and fitness classes. Accommodates up to 175 people.

Plenty of parking, convenient to Route 202 or 287. Call 973-539-3114 or email office@ cslmorristown.org for details.

SPACE FOR RENT: Attractive office space.

Ideal for psychotherapy or related practice.

Located on farm in Hillsborough. Seeking colease or sublet. Located at Carriage Farms off of Amwell Rd. If interested call Robert Filocco at 732-425-5086.

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bodies and minds to welcome new life into this world. Registration required. Premier Pilates and Yoga, 53 Mountain Blvd., Warren. 908-754-5901.

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sunday Unity Spiritual Center Sunday Service – 10am.

Rev. Carmela Vuoso-Murphy. Join us for prayer, meditation, song, uplifting spiritual message and fellowship afterwards. Exceptional youth programs during the service for children, pre-teens and teens.

Outdoor labyrinth open dawn to dusk. Unity Spiritual Center, 453 Bellwood Ave., Asbury. For info: 908-730-8792. UnitySpiritualCenter.org.

Spiritual Awakening Sunday Service – 10:30 am.

Warm, dynamic community of spiritually-minded people at Sunday Transformation Service. Mingle afterwards with refreshments and conversation. The Center for Spiritual Living Princeton, Princeton Masonic Lodge, 354 River Rd, Princeton. 609-9248422. CSLPrinceton.org.

monday IYCC Yoga Class – 10-11:30am. Instructor: Skanda. All levels welcome. Additional classes offered. See website for full schedule. Sand Hills Community Wellness Center, 57 Sand Hills Rd, Kendall Park. Info: Maryann, 732-419-3551. SandHillsWellness.com.

Beginner Sun Style Tai Chi – 11am-12pm. Easy and fun. Instructor: Patty Pagano. $50/month.

Reserve your place: 908-392-1313. Qi Gong for Healing Center, 67 Mountain Blvd., Warren. More information at QiGongforHealing.com.

Swimming Dragon Qi Gong – 12-1pm. Instructor: Patty Pagano. Easy to learn, gentle movements will leave you feeling refreshed and calm. New class begins first week of every month. $50/4-class series.

Qi Gong for Healing Center, 67 Mountain Blvd, Warren. Must preregister: 908-392-1313. More information at QiGongforHealing.com.

Reiki Share and Healing Circle – 6-7:15pm. Japanese technique for stress reduction and relaxation that also promotes healing. Sand Hills Community Wellness Center, 57 Sand Hills Rd, Kendall Park.

SandHillsWellness.com.

Prenatal Yoga Workshop – 6:30pm. Class focuses on helping the moms-to-be relax and to prepare their

We offer: • consultations • wellness plans • therapies

Silk Dance Class – 6:30-7:30pm. Instructor: Leigh Teuber. Dance class complimented by aerial silks to build strength and flexibility. True Definition, 1931 Washington Valley Rd., Martinsville. Info: Toni@ True-Definition.com. Register: True-Definition.com and click Events/Workshops.

Wuji Tai Chi, Beginner 1 – 7-8pm. Beginner 2 at 8 pm. For students new to Tai Chi or new to the Wuji form. Starts Sept 10. Instructor: Fran Maher. $72/6 classes. $15/drop-in. Qi Gong for Healing Center, 67 Mountain Blvd., Warren. 908-647-1563. Info: QiGongforHealing.com.

tuesday Pilates Mat with Props – 9:30am, 6pm. Amazing and challenging class will tone your entire body!

Incorporates weights, Thera-Bands, Magic Circles and classical Pilates Mat exercises. Premier Pilates and Yoga, 53 Mountain Blvd., Warren. 908-7545901. Yoga-N-Pilates.com.

Wuji Tai Chi, Beginner 1 – 10:30-11:30am. Beginning moves of beautiful flowing “water” form.

Instructor: Fran Maher. $72/6 classes. $15/drop-in.

Qi Gong for Healing Center, 67 Mountain Blvd., Warren. 908-647-1563. Info: QiGongforHealing. com.

Tai Chi Chih with Dr. Janet Oussaty – 1-2pm. New class: Gentle, moving meditation of 19 movements and 1 pose. Series of 6 classes, $75. Qi Gong for Healing Center, 67 Mountain Blvd, Warren. Contact Janet: 908-635-1822. JOussaty@comcast.net. More information at QiGongforHealing.com.

Stress, Hormones & Health (The True Cause of Belly Fat) – 6pm, select Tuesdays. Presented by bestselling author & speaker Jean Golden-Tevald, DO of Morning Star Family Health Center. Learn about Hormone Imbalances and what really works. Free dinner seminar. Seating is limited.

Registration required. For dates and location: Carol May, Program Coordinator, 908-528-8121. MorningStarFHC.com.

Meditation is More Than You Think Class – 8-week course: 2/5-3/26. 6:30-9pm. Instructor:

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Power Prayer The Nature of Effective Prayer – 1/22-3/12. 6:30-9pm. Deepen understanding of the creative nature of thought and the use of spiritual mind treatment through Science of Mind Teachings. $250. Center for Spiritual Living Morristown, 331 Mount Kemble Ave., Morristown. Connie Weiss, 973-539-3114 or Office@CSLMorristown.org.

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Gentle Relaxation Yoga – 7pm. This class will focus on reducing chronic tension, improving normal range of motion in the joints, and strengthening the musculature of the body so that all bodily systems can function optimally. Premier Pilates and Yoga, 53 Mountain Blvd., Warren. 908-754-5901. YogaN-Pilates.com.

wednesday Wuji Jing Gong Forms: Tai Chi and Qi Gong – 1:30-2:30pm. Instructor: Brian Coffey. minutes of Qi Gong, 30 minutes of Tai Chi. $72/6 classes. $15/ drop-in. Qi Gong for Healing Center, 67 Mountain Blvd., Warren. 908-647-1563. Info: QiGongforHealing.com.

Wuji Qi Gong: All Levels – 5:30pm. Instructor: Fran Maher. Explore the 16 peaceful, relaxing Qi Gong movements. Move towards physical and emotional balance. $72/6 classes. $15/drop-in. Qi Gong for Healing Center, 67 Mountain Blvd., Warren. 908-647-1563. Info: QiGongforHealing.com.

A Course in Miracles Study Group – 7-8:30pm.

This is an ongoing group whose purpose is to support students of the Course and answer any questions they have whenever the need arises. This group meets offsite. 908-730-8792. UnitySpiritualCenter.org.

Swimming Dragon Qi Gong – 7:30pm. Instructor: Patty Pagano. Easy to learn, gentle movements will leave you feeling refreshed and calm. New class begins first week of every month. $50/4-class series.

Qi Gong for Healing Center, 67 Mountain Blvd, Warren. Must preregister: 908-392-1313. More information at QiGongforHealing.com.

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DeeJah Wynter. Learn about what meditation is, the benefits of regular practice and the styles of meditation. No experience required. $160. Dropin: $20. Center for Spiritual Living Princeton, 812 State Road, Ste 220, Princeton. Info: 609-924-8422.

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Silk Dance Class – 9-10am. Instructor: Courtney Connors. Dance class complimented by aerial silks to build strength and flexibility. True Definition, 1931 Washington Valley Rd., Martinsville. Info: Toni@True-Definition.com. Register: True-Definition.com and click Events/Workshops.

Joel S. Goldsmith/Infinite Way Study Group – 10-11:45am. For mystics at heart seeking a conscious union with God. Weekly discussion based on teachings of mystic Joel S. Goldsmith.

Followed by optional meditation. Love offering.

Unity Spiritual Center, 453 Bellwood Ave., Asbury (physically located in Pattenburg). 908-730-8792.

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Power Prayer The Nature of Effective Prayer – 1/24-3/8. 10:30am-1pm. Deepen understanding of the creative nature of thought and the use of spiritual

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mind treatment through Science of Mind Teachings. $250. Center for Spiritual Living Morristown, 331 Mount Kemble Ave., Morristown. Connie Weiss, 973-539-3114 or Office@CSLMorristown.org.

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T’ai Chi Chih (Joy thru Movement) Class – Starts Feb. 7. Beginners: 6pm. Advanced: 7:15pm.

8-week course. Better balance, lower blood pressure and improve sleep. $125/if paid before 1/23. 1970 Hwy. 33, Hamilton. Space is limited. 609-752-1048.

Siobhan@NextStepStrategiesLLC.com.

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saturday Breakfast Benefits: Learn about Laser Treatment – 9am. 3rd Sat. All are welcome to share breakfast and learn about the benefits of laser treatment. Facilitated by Dr Paul M Bizzaro, DC. Free.

The offices of Dr Bizzaro, 81 S Main St, Yardley.

RSVP to 215-493-6589. DrPaulBizzaro.com.

Silk Dance Class – 9-10am. Instructor: Jaclyn Priore. Dance class complimented by aerial silks to build strength and flexibility. True Definition, 1931 Washington Valley Rd., Martinsville. Info: Toni@ True-Definition.com. Register: True-Definition.com and click Events/Workshops.

Pilates Mat with Props – 9am. Amazing and challenging class will tone your entire body! Incorporates weights, Thera-Bands, Magic Circles and classical Pilates Mat exercises. Premier Pilates and Yoga, 53 Mountain Blvd., Warren. 908-754-5901.

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Gentle Relaxation Yoga – 10am. This class will focus on reducing chronic tension, improving normal range of motion in the joints, and strengthening the musculature of the body so that all bodily systems can function optimally. Premier Pilates and Yoga, 53 Mountain Blvd., Warren. 908-754-5901.

Yoga-N-Pilates.com.

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Prenatal Yoga – 11:15am. Weekly Prenatal Yoga class for beginners and experienced yogis. Online Registration is required. $20/Drop-in. $90/6 sessions. Be Here Now Yoga, 63 Main St., Ste 202, Flemington. 908-642-0989. Karen@BeHereNowYoga108.com. BeHereNowYoga108.com.

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ACUPUNCTURE ACUPUNCTURE HOLISTIC CENTER OF NJ (AHCNJ) Dr. Angela Gao 300 Old York Rd, Flemington 908-788-8806 Info@ahcnj.com ahcnj.com License Number: 25mz00130500

Proudly serving the Hunterdon county and neighboring communities since 2008. Join us on a journey of holistic approach to life, wellness and health with the help of traditional Chinese acupuncture. See ad, page 39.

ACUPUNCTURE WORKS CENTER Kristin A. Dudley LAc 84 Park Ave, Ste G-103C, Flemington 973-979-1652 AcupunctureWorksCenter.com

Gentle acupuncture with Kristin Dudley LAc can be both very relaxing as well as healing. Acupuncture has been used for centuries to ease muscle and arthritis pain, relieve stress, increase energy and improve sleep. Welcome everyone and de-stress in a nurturing and healing enviroment. See ad, page 57.

CHINESE HEALING ARTS QI GONG FOR HEALING

Brian Coffey LMT, and Fran Maher CA 67 Mountain Blvd, Warren 908-647-1563 QiGongForHealing.com Specializing in T’ai Chi and Qi Gong classes, as well as private session clinical Qi Gong and acupuncture since 1994. Chinese Medicine weekend seminars teach how to apply clinical Qi Gong remedies to specific disorders.

Excellent for the lay person and healthcare providers. All are welcome to observe or join a class. See ad, page 14.

CHA CHA GIFTS

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Salary $11-$14 p/h depending on experience. Retail experience with gemstones and minerals is a plus but not necessary. Please submit resume and salary requirement to info1@oceaniclink.com or fax 732-249-1313. See ad, page 17.

ENERGY HEALING RAYKI SCHOOL MASTER TRAINING Makiko Suzuki Fliss, PhD, MBA, MSc Phone/text: 609-495-4229 Contact@RAYKIschool.com RaykiSchool.com

Explore how the human body and mind are interconnected and how to maintain perfect harmony to stay young and healthy. Focus with Quantum Healing, Reiki and Wellness Education. Private and corporate settings. See ad,

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ENERGY THERAPY LIFE CENTRAL SPIRITUAL HEALING Kim Huston 701 Chestnut St., Florence LCSpiritualHealing.com 609-577-1632

AYURVEDA/HOLISTIC HEALTH AYURVEDASHRAM HOLISTIC WELLNESS CENTER

2070 Route 1, 2nd Floor, North Brunswick 732-658-6122 MyAyurvedashram@gmail.com MyAyurvedashram.com Experience the personalized body-mind-spirit approach of Ayurveda, a 5000-year-old healing science from India and one of the oldest system of medicine in the world! Ayurveda consultations and Panchakarma (detox) therapies by experienced and trained Ayurvedic practitioners. We specialize in pain management, hormonal imbalance, auto-immune disorders and pediatric wellness.

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EDUCATION/SCHOOLS WALDORF SCHOOL OF PRINCETON 1062 Cherry Hill Rd, Princeton 609-466-1970, x115 PrincetonWaldorf.org

The Waldorf curriculum, used in 1,000+ schools School worldwide, integrates arts, of Princeton academics, movement, and music, emphasizing social and environmental responsibility. The hands-on approach is screen free.

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FITNESS STUDIO TRUE DEFINITION STUDIOS

Toni Porrello, owner 1931 Washington Valley Rd, Martinsville 732-347-5511 Toni@True-Definition.com True-Definition.com Pilates, Aerial & Barre are all amazing. Our instructors have multiple fitness certifications and care deeply about your goals and results as well as your safety. You will never be bored and the fun, encouraging environment and the community will keep you coming back. See ad, page 43.

FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE MORNINGSTAR FAMILY HEALTH CENTER 54 Old Highway 22, Clinton 908-735-9344 MorningStarFHC.com

MorningStar’s team of health professionals cares for you like family. Our membership based practice cares for men, women and children age 8 and up with a functional approach to primary care. See ad, page 11.

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We use a functional medicine approach in partnership with our patients to get to the root cause of disease. IV nutrient infusions are used as part of whole patient treatment and are available a la carte as well. See ad, page 16.

GIFTS/NATURAL,HANDMADE GAIA’S GIFTS

Ellen Perkins 76 E Washington Ave, Washington 908-223-1331 • GaiasGiftsNJ.biz Local, handcrafted items including wall art, fiber art, jewelry, small furniture, leather work, soaps, lotions, local honey, loose tea and flower vibrational essences.

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84 Park Ave., Gavel Hall, Suite G-103C • Flemington, NJ 08822

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HOLISTIC CHIROPRACTORS DR. PAUL M. BIZZARO, DC

THE CENTER FOR ADVANCED HEALTH THROUGH DENTISTRY

81 S Main St, Yardley, PA 215-493-6589 • DrPaulBizzaro.com My mission is to educate people to the benefits of chiropractic, nutrition, and a healthy lifestyle. Over 40 years experience (personally and professionally) allows me to relate to your problem(s).

Services include non-force chiropractic, nutritional testing, utilizing test kits/panels, Chirothin weight loss, massage (covered by most insurance) and laser therapy for pain. Personalized attention guaranteed!

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SAMSARA CHIROPRACTIC WELLNESS CENTER

HOLISTIC DENTAL CENTER

Dr. Joseph R. Mele, DDS, FIND, CNC 215 Union Ave.,Ste D, Bridgewater 908-526-2266 MeleDDS.com

Our aim is to restore you to health and vitality by eliminating dental road blocks. We offer the highest quality dental services with a holistic approach for children and adults. See ad, page 51.

HOLISTIC DENTAL CENTER

Dr Jennifer Redmond 1 Eastern Ave, 2nd Floor East, Somerville 908-300-8800 • DoctorRedmond.com We believe that the body is designed to heal itself but structural issues, toxins, lack of nutrients or an emotional component can affect overall health. We offer Whole-istic healing techniques including Neuroemotional Technique, Active Release techniques, Activator, Flexion Distraction and more! See ad, page 33.

Vladimir Gashinsky, D.D.S. 91 Millburn Ave., Milburn 973-457-4688 HolisticDentalCenterNJ.com

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Holistic dental care that is good for the body as well as teeth and gums. By treating the cause, not just the symptoms, Dr. Gashinsky helps improve his patients’ quality of life through dental care that respects and honors the body.

PRINCETON CENTER FOR DENTAL AESTHETICS

Dr. Ruxandra Balescu, DMD Dr. Kirk Huckel, DMD, FAGD 11 Chambers St, Princeton 609-924-1414 PrincetonDentist.com We offer a unique approach to the health care of the mouth based on a holistic understanding of the whole body. Please contact us to learn how we can serve your needs. See ad, page 27.

HOLISTIC WOMEN’S HEALTH WELLSPRING WOMEN’S HEALTH Sarah Wallis CNM NCMP WHNP-BC 280 Rolling Knolls Way, Bridgewater 732-456-6262 call or text Wellspring-GYN.com

Holistic gynecology specializing in hormone balance, sexual health, chronic pelvic pain and menopause wellness including bio-identical hormone replacement. Integrative fertility support. Come see us for a gentle exam and in-depth evaluation from a Certified Nurse Midwife / Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner. House calls available! See ad, page 13.

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Try Aunt Alberta’s Remedy to ease joint and muscular aches and pains from sciatica, gout, arthritis, neuralgia, fibromyalgia and more. Great buy! Get a 4 oz. jar for $15. See website for more options. All natural ingredients! Refer a friend and get 10% OFF your purchase. Read what people are saying about Aunt Alberta’s Remedy on our website.

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Minal Vazirani, MD 112 Town Center, Warren 844-5-HEALER • 844-543-2537 dr.mvazirani@ihwa-nj.com minalvaziranimd.com ; Facebook: DrVazirani Dr. V is triple board certified in pediatrics, internal medicine, and integrative medicine, plus additional training in Ayurvedic and Functional Medicine, and Yoga Therapy. She has published on integrative approaches to gut health. Committed to helping patients get to the root cause of health concerns to create an individualized integrative lifestyle prescription for optimal wellness. Functional Medicine Testing and Nutritional Testing is performed when indicated. See ad, page 18.

MASSAGE - THERAPY BODY BE WELL MASSAGE Lauren Curtis, LMT 615 Mountain Blvd, Watchung 908-333-7746 lauren@bodybewellmassage.com BodyBeWellMassage.com

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INTEGRATIVE HOLISTIC CONSULTANT SUNNY VAN VLIJMEN

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Lauren Curtis, LMT is a New Jersey State Licensed massage therapist, who specializes in various forms of massage, including Oncology, Pregnancy, Swedish, Deep Tissue, Medical, Aromatherapy, and Chair massage. She is also trained in Foot Reflexology and Reiki.

MEDICAL HOLISTIC HEALTH BARBARA LEITNER, LMT, MANUAL LYMPH DRAINAGE SPECIALIST 4 Walter Foran Blvd, Ste 404, Flemington 908-578-7218 Barbara@SanctuaryMassageEnterprises.com SanctuaryMassageEnterprises.com Barbara ascribes to a holistic approach as an experienced NJ Licensed Massage Therapist specializing in Manual Lymph Drainage, Oncology and Intuitive therapy. See ad, page 19.

MEDITATION/SPIRITUAL CENTER FOR HEALING AND EMPOWERMENT

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We offer spiritual development, meditation and mini-me yoga classes, which have been helping people live more productive, happier lives.

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Dr. Paul Bizzaro, DC 81 S Main St, Yardley, PA 215-493-6589 • DrPaulBizzaro.com Get permanent relief for your pain without drugs, shots or surgery with FDA approved Laser Therapy. Benefits include Speedy healing process, pain free, extremely safe with no known side effects. Don’t live in pain anymore. See ad, page 47.

NUTRITION CHERRY GROVE FARM

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LOVE YOUR PET DAY February 20 People just love their pets, and today is an easy excuse to spend time with them and to give them special treats.

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PSYCHOTHERAPY/ENERGY HEALING/COUNSELING BOBBIE LYNN EDWARDS, M.ED, LPC Licensed Psychotherapist Hunterdon County 908-892-8978, 908-251-9032 HunterdonTherapist.com

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If you are in a troubled relationship, or dealing with infidelity, or facing possible divorce, you do not need Therapy. You are not mentally ill. You just need guidance and solutions.

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Certified Professional Organizer® Amara Willey has a supportive, non-judgmental approach toward time management and sustainable organizing, which is based on your learning style, how your brain works, and how you move through the world and is designed to create lasting change. See ad, page 14.

PSYCHOTHERAPY/ INTEGRATIVE COUNSELING ROBERT FILOCCO, LPC 2 Clerico Ln, Hillsborough 732-425-5086 hamletsmill@msn.com

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EAST COAST SPINE, SPORTS, AND REGENERATIVE MEDICINE Edward Magaziner, MD 2186 Route 27, Suite 2D, North Brunswick 877-817-3273 • DrEMagaziner.com

Dr. Magaziner’s goal of treatment is to repair, regenerate and eliminate injury or pain, and its causes.

Specializing in: Orthopedic Regenrative Medicine, Endoscopic Spinal Discectomy, PRP, Stem Cell Grafts & Prolotherapy. See ad, page 35.

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REIKI & HYPNOSIS ALICE RICH REIKI CENTER

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THERMOGRAPHY LISA’S THERMOGRAPHY AND WELLNESS

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TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE ACUPUNCTURE HOLISTIC CENTER OF NJ (AHCNJ) Dr. Angela Gao 300 Old York Rd, Flemington 908-788-8806 Info@ahcnj.com ahcnj.com License Number: 25mz00130500

With over 5000 years of clinical application and rich history, Chinese herbal medicine is sourced from nature and has little to no side effects. These natural remedies facilitate your body’s own healing power for opioid-free life. See ad, page 39.

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