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Autoimmune Breakthroughs plus: The Collagen Connection

18 PLANET RESCUE

Grassroots Strategies Combat Climate Crisis

22 A HOME THAT HEALS Creating a Nurturing Space

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26 MOVING THROUGH CHRONIC PAIN

How Exercise Can Heal What Hurts

30 HEALTHY HOME, HEALTHY KIDS

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33 Medicinal Native Landscapes 34 FLOWER POWER

Botanical Libations Pack Healthy Punch

39 Go Vegan JUNE

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uring this challenging time, we want you to know that Natural Awakenings remains a resource to optimize your health and wellness. We already know the value you place on your own personal well-being and now more than ever, this delicate and precious balance is being proven as a crucial priority. Health comes first—without it, all personal and community systems are compromised and especially in such times of heightened awareKendra and Jacqueline ness, the need to respond instead of react, is so very important. We are committed to supporting your peace of mind and ease as we journey through this time together—there are so many solid, holistic, healing products and options available. It begins with calm diligence and mindfulness in choices and actions, and we are here to assist you in finding the best and most realistic ways to balance energy reserves, maintain optimal nutrition, move your body and fill your spirit so that your immunity system remains strong and vital. It is a unique opportunity to consider our connections, our place in the world and community and those friends and family that typically gather in various ways, as the need to minimize actual physical and social contact has become increasingly necessary. The responsibility to ourselves and others has called for creative ways to care for and keep in touch with each other—we highly encourage you to utilize the virtual world of social media for ongoing communications and for keeping up to date on the current situation, as we all continue to make mindful choices on reliable sources of information and support. Our website, Facebook page, Instagram, newsletter and digital magazine, along with our print magazine, will all remain available and as always, we are only an email or phone call away. Our amazing community of practitioners and businesses have adapted their services to meet the current needs in various ways, such as online classes and workshops, online private sessions, healthy foods for takeout meals and distance reiki. We suggest that you spend time in nature every day, sitting near an open window if a walk or bike ride isn’t possible. Birdsong and spring breezes refresh the senses, offering restoration for mind, body and spirit. Take time to explore… the books on your bedside table may take you on a journey to new lands or provide a new way of thinking about things. Engage your creativity by pulling out paper and paints, pencils and crayons or needles and yarn. You might try a new healthy recipe. Perhaps there is a story inside of you waiting to be written. Pick up the phone, touch base often with loved ones and friends old and new. Reconnect with people you miss. Say what needs to be said; I’m sorry, please forgive me, thank you, I love you. Take care of each other. Take care of you. Together, we set positive intentions and envision a coming time of more certainty and stability. Remember, your breath remains an anchor to keep you calm and steady, and your heart holds a deep intelligence for navigating those moments where you may need a few minutes to regroup. We look forward to staying in touch and hold all of you in this community’s evergrowing embrace of wellness.

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Pasture-Raised Meat and Poultry From Eat Wild Farms

at Wild Farms, in Elizabethtown, is currently offering free-range, pastured meats including grass-fed, grass-finished lamb, grass-fed, grassfinished beef and organic, pasture-raised, free-range poultry for sale at the farm or by online order at EatWildFarms.com. Quarter, half and full shares, special cuts of beef and individual pieces are available by order with pickup at the store. Cuts of Dorper lambs raised on naturally organic meadows for a nutritious, mild flavor and less fatty meat are also available. Poultry can be purchased by the piece or whole. All meat is frozen, making transport by cooler convenient. The store is open from dawn to dusk, seven days a week. “We are committed to caring for our animals on free-range organic pastures, without antibiotics and growth hormones,” shares owner Dot Martin. “We believe that the way we raise our animals offers better nutrition and is better for the environment,” Location: 2250 Mount Gretna Rd., Elizabethtown. For more information, call 717-368-5308, email EatWildFarms@gmail.com or visit EatWildFarms.com. See ads, pages 43 and 53.

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nshanti has three products that give the immune system a boost: Viral D, Happy Hands Cream and Armor inhaler. Viral D is a blend of undiluted pure essential oils that, if used consistently in each nostril, helps to prevent contraction of many viruses that are spread through the air and on surfaces as well as person-to-person contact; a little goes a long way. Happy Hands Cream is an immune-boosting cream that kills bad bacteria and viruses without killing good bacteria and drying out hands. Apply after hand washing for extra protection. Armor is a portable inhaler that can be inhaled through each nostril to also help prevent contraction of viruses through the air. “It’s important to be proactive and boost our immune systems, especially now,” says owner Debra Stoltzfus. “First and foremost-wash hands well and often. Try our products to boost your immune system and support health and wellness.” Readers receive 15 percent off the three products mentioned above with coupon code SHIELD15 for the month of April. For more information, call 717-587-3990, email Debra@Inshanti.com or visit Inshanti.com. See ads, pages 15, 48 and 49.

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Take Heart Counseling Expands Services at New Larger Location

n April 1, Take Heart Counseling & Equine Assisted Therapy is moving to a new farm located at 699 Wooltown Road, in Wernersville. With more than 50 acres of pastures, barns and riding areas, they will now be able to serve many more people in the Berks, Lancaster and Lebanon communities. “The new farm is everything we have dreamed of and more,” enthuses founder and counselor Meagan Good. “We are increasing our horse and human therapy team to match the size of the new facility. Each therapist has unique specialties to suit the needs of various individual clients.” Take Heart empowers individuals and families to find hope, healing and wholeness through therapeutic work with horses and professional counselors. Their ministry specializes in trauma, anxiety, depression, spiritual growth and relationships, and works with adults and children. Through relationship-focused activities with the horses, their compassionate counselors are able to walk clients through their unique healing journey. Save the date for their Open Barn Celebration, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m., May 23. Meet the horse and human therapy and volunteer team, play games, enjoy a pony ride and take part in the fundraiser lunch to support Take Heart. For more information, contact Info@TakeHeartCounseling.com or visit TakeHeartCounseling.com. See ad, page 42.

Sound Massage Available at Resonance With Nature

heryl Corson, health and wellness coach and founding director of Resonance With Nature, has brought the Peter Hess Method Sound Massage to Lancaster. This gentle modality was developed more than 30 years ago. A sound massage is done with therapeutic-grade singing bowls on a massage table with the client fully clothed, while bowls are placed on the body and gently rung. Sessions last just over an hour. This deeply relaxing Cheryl Corson modality may clear the path for healing and is a wonderful complement to other treatment modalities. “Deep relaxation calms the central nervous system which allows us to unwind and sleep well,” explains Corson. “The feeling of calm lasts well past the session itself.” Location: 313 West Liberty St., Ste. 254, Lancaster. Sessions by appointment. Free mini-session available. For more information, call 202-4945054 or email Cheryl@CherylCorson.com. See ads, pages 21 and 52.

Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day

he Berks County Earth Day Committee is hosting the Berks County Earth Day Celebration of 2020, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., April 26 at the Reading City Park Bandshell, in Reading. The 50th Anniversary event will commemorate the first Earth Day Celebration held in the U.S. in 1970. The family-friendly event, held rain or shine, includes educational lectures and hands-on demonstrations, artisan vendors, local food, children’s activities, live music and entertainment, art installations and more. The event will help raise awareness on environmental issues we face as a community and beyond. Location: 11th and Washington sts. Admission is free. For more information, email EarthDayBerks@gmail.com or visit EarthDayBerks.org. See ad, page 10.

Egg and Bone Hunt for Dogs at Godfrey’s Dogdom

odfrey’s Dogdom will host the Egg & Bone Hunt for Canines from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m., April 11. Dogs, accompanied by their human companions, are welcome to hunt for eggs and goodies throughout the store. To join the big outdoor egg hunt at 1 p.m. (weather permitting), dogs must be human-friendly and dog-friendly to participate. The rules are one person with one dog on a leash, and no food-aggressive dogs. Expresso Café and Food truck will be available from noon until 3 p.m. Homemade coconut and peanut butter Easter eggs for humans will be on sale by the nonprofit organization Leo’s Helping Paws (while supplies last). The event is free to attend. Donations are appreciated for Keystone Pet-Enhanced Therapy Services (KPets.org).

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Choose Nutrient-Dense Meat from Bent Limb Farm

ent Limb Farm, in Shoemakersville, has pasture-raised, nutrient-dense, non-GMO pork, lamb and chicken, as well as eggs from pasture-raised chickens. The farm store is open Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and by appointment. “Healthy animals, raised humanely, provide the healthiest and cleanest meat,” says owner Pam Ellenberger. “You can be assured that the meat from our farm is nutritionally dense and has incredible flavor. Nutrient-dense food helps support healthy immune systems. In the arena of a mostly plant-based diet, we feel that the meat that you do eat should be the best available and are proud to offer this to you.” Location: 592 Stone Hill Rd., Shoemakersville. For more information, call 484-797-2263 or visit BentLimbFarm.com. See ad, page 5.

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Online Unfolding Love Group and Mini-Meetings with Karen Carnabucci

he Unfolding Love weekly personal growth group, facilitated by Karen Carnabucci, LCSW, TEP, will be meeting online. The group takes place from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. every Tuesday until the group can return to gathering in person at the regular Liberty Place location, in Lancaster. Karen Carnabucci To join the online group, participants will need to download the platform at Zoom.us.; Visit RealTrueKaren.com and follow the calendar link for details, registration and payment via Eventbrite. When registration is received, a passcode will be sent by email. “What do we do during a pandemic? We improvise,” explains Carnabucci. “I will offer a series of free mini-meetings online, all focused on community wellness, health and balance, also on Zoom.” The mini-meetings will take place online during weekdays; please watch Carnabucci’s website and Facebook and Instagram pages for specific details. She says, “We will use meditation, imagery, storytelling, conscious breathing, art and other ways of processing our experiences about this time of challenge.”

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For more information, see the calendar at RealTrueKaren.com for details that will be posted as the schedule develops. See ads, pages 42 and 49.

Order Shares of Wild Alaskan Salmon

he spring ordering season for sustainably-harvested, wild Alaskan salmon is underway until May 25 as Kwee-Jack Fish Company prepares for the summer fishing season in Bristol Bay, Alaska. Participate in the community supported fishery (CSF) by ordering 20-pound shares or 10-pound half-shares of sockeye salmon online at EatWild Salmon.com/NALB. The Lancaster pick-up event is scheduled for September 26. “From a small skiff near the mouth of the Kvichak River in June and July, our small crew of set-net fishermen will hand-pick sockeye from the net to be rapidly chilled, professionally fileted and deep-frozen at the peak of freshness,” shares Anna EchoHawk Sauder, community supported fishery director. “Each vivid red filet is sushi-grade, with bones removed and skin on one side, and offers amazing flavor and versatility for a variety of quick and nutritious meals.” Cost: $159 for 10-lb. half-shares; $299 for 20-lb. shares. CSF locations include Florham Park, NJ, and Altoona, Chambersburg and Lancaster, PA. For more information, call 717-842-0180 or email Anna@EatWildSalmon.com. See ads, pages 42 and 53.

Wise Owl Compost Offers Compost Collection

ise Owl Compost, the first business of its kind to launch in the Lancaster area, is now accepting new clients for residential and commercial compost collection services in Lancaster, Leola and Lititz. Each year, U.S. landfills and trash incinerators receive 167 million tons of garbage which consists of approximately 21 percent food scraps. Wise Owl Compost’s goal is to reduce the amount of organic materials from entering the municipal waste stream by providing compost collection for homes and businesses on a weekly or bi-weekly schedule, many for less than $1 per day. Business owner Julia Dougherty is a local foods enthusiast and hobby farmer. She has previously worked in both the agriculture and landscaping industries, and her most recent position was on the grounds crew at Franklin and Marshall College where she was the first woman in the school’s history to work full-time in any trade.

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22nd Running of YWCA Lancaster’s Annual Race Against Racism

WCA Lancaster’s Race Against Racism, held rain or shine, will begin at 9 a.m., April 25, at Musser Park, in Lancaster. It is the longest consecutive-running Race Against Racism in the United States. The 5-kilometer/3.1-mile course loops through historic Lancaster and has timing clocks at the one- and two-mile marks. For a nominal $5 fee, the Kids’ Fun Run, a dash for kids through age 12, kicks off after the 5K race, at approximately 10:30 a.m. Registration is required. All children will receive a participation ribbon. Readers are encouraged to check the website and Facebook page for updates.

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Air pollution has long been linked to lung cancer, stroke and respiratory disease, and now research has found that it can lead to osteoporosis, as well. Researchers from the Barcelona Institute for Global Health studied the bone mass and density of 3,717 people living in villages near Hyderabad, India. These were compared to fine particulate air pollution levels, which averaged more than three times the recommendations of the World Health Organization. The researchers also surveyed in-home cooking over wood, coal and other biomass sources. The results showed that exposure to ambient air pollution was associated with lower levels of bone mass, and that cooking over fires did not have that effect. “Inhalation of polluting particles could lead to bone mass loss through the oxidative stress and inflammation caused by air pollution,” says lead author Otavio T. Ranzani. 12

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Grape seed extract, an antioxidant-rich supplement that is a byproduct of the wine and juice industry, significantly improves both total and LDL cholesterol levels and triglyceride levels, and lowers markers of inflammation, concludes a metareview of 15 randomized trials in the journal Phytotherapy Research. Researchers from Iran, Canada and Croatia concluded that the popular extract also improves fasting glucose levels, but has little effect on HbA1c or HDL cholesterol levels.

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Spring cleaning traditionally heralds a new beginning, an opportunity to take stock of hearth and home and a time of renewal regardless of the season. Clearing figurative cobwebs is as important as sweeping away real ones, and while most folks focus on giving their abode a thorough airing and scrubbing, there’s plenty to tend to outside before the heat of summer sets in. Clear out potentially dead grass and leaves and other organic matter near the sides of the house to prevent termites and other insect infestations. Collect the organic matter, add in food scraps and compost it all to benefit the garden. Composting sends the nutrients of loose ingredients into the soil as a natural fertilizer. EarthEasy.com/ grow_compost.html reports it can help divert as much as 30 percent of household waste from the garbage can. Make sure to check the top and outer walls of the house. Upraised nails in a shingled roof or deteriorated shingles or gaps where plumbing vent pipes penetrate the surface—possibly due to high winds, falling branches or ice thawing in colder climes—can produce small breaks and holes for water to seep through onto tops of ceilings. That can possibly lead to mold as summer temperatures rise and water leaks into the interior of the house. OldHouseWeb. com says collars of vent pipes should be tight, as “some older [ones] can loosen over time and even some newer rubber collars crack and leak long before the shingles fail.” Also, check the gutters to make sure they are clear of packed leaves and tree branches. Don’t forget the family car, which may need its own spring cleanup. Go green with a natural soap to remove slush and grime, and then take a close look at the toll the past year has taken. Pebbles and rocks may have been kicked onto the sides of the car, resulting in small chips and abrasions of the paint from which rust might spread. The nonprofit Car Care Council (CarCare.org) recommends covering the areas as quickly as possible and if necessary to use a little clear nail polish—nontoxic, of course—as a quick fix for minor paint damage until a proper touch-up can be scheduled. Then there’s the undercarriage. Salt particles that may have been used in treating roads and highways in icy regions may be lodged into crevices which can corrode metal and functional parts. Make sure the hose sprayer also reaches these areas.

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Temperature changes, water shortages and rising sea levels will impact some of the world’s most populous cities during the next 30 years. Apartment rental hub Nestpick. com commissioned researchers to comb through data and determine how the ongoing climate shift could impact specific cities to help people choose where to live and add to the debate about procedures that can be put in place to ensure the longevity and livability of cities. Bangkok faces the highest risk of flooding from rising sea levels and a projected temperature increase of 3° F. Nairobi may move from a temperate humid warm summer climate to a tropical-type savanna wet summer climate due to rising temperatures. The demand for water is projected to be double the supply in Melbourne. Ho Chi Minh City and Amsterdam are also very high on the list. 14

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Between 2005 and 2016, the shutdown of coal-fired plants in the U.S. saved an estimated 26,610 lives and the equivalent of around 570 million bushels of corn, soybeans and wheat, reports a new University of California at San Diego (UCSD) study published in Nature Sustainability. The coal plants were typically decommissioned as utilities transitioned from coal to natural gas for electric power generation, thus reducing particulate matter and ozone in the lower atmosphere. “When a coal-fired unit shuts down, local pollution [including particulate matter] levels drop, mortality rates drop and crop yields of major staple crops rise,” writes study author and UCSD associate professor Jennifer Ann Burney. The newer, natural-gas and coal-fired units that have supplanted them are not entirely benign and deserve further study, she notes.

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ike most kids, Azalea Morgan loves polar bears. “They’re fluffy and cute,” the 8-year-old says, and after watching a documentary on how climate change is affecting these Arctic apex predators, she badly wanted to help. Her mom, Molly Morgan, suggested she do something big, because the problem of global warming is monumental. For nearly three weeks last September, Azalea pedaled her bike alongside her mom and 9-year-old sister, Ember, setting out from their hometown of Andover, New Hampshire, en route to New York City to attend the United Nations (UN) Climate Action Summit, where Greta Thunberg and other global youth leaders marched for change. The trip was a fundraiser to put solar panels on their school and for future projects under KidsCare4PolarBears, a Facebook page that documents their ongoing efforts.

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While not everyone has the time or inclination to ride 250 miles and camp— some of it in the rain—or as Thunberg did, sail across the Atlantic in a zero-emissions yacht, there are steps individuals can take to combat climate change on a grassroots level, experts say, because the crisis is undeniable, as seen most recently in the catastrophic bushfires across Australia. There are peaceful protests taking place worldwide scheduled throughout 2020 at FridaysForFuture.org and other organizations, but a growing number of individuals that want to do more are using their imaginations and creative endeavors, inspiring others to take unique action. Students at a school in Spain wrote and performed a play and illustrated a book to raise climate change awareness, while a teen from California used her artistic skills to raise thousands of dollars for wildlife. On March 28, people around

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the world participated in the World Wildlife Fund’s Earth Hour by collectively turning off lights at 8:30 p.m. while holding eco-events, and others are joining in the global tree-planting campaign of The Nature Conservancy (TNC). Reversing course may seem insurmountable, but individuals have a lot of power, says Dan Shepard, UN global communications officer: “The choices we make, the things we do, collectively matter and can have a huge impact on the world.”

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“I wanted to inspire other kids,” Ember says of her bicycle trek for polar bears. “I love animals and they deserve to not die.” According to a 2019 UN Global Assessment Report on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services, more than 1 million species are threatened with extinction, and one of the main reasons is climate

I love to see what young people are doing, because if we collectively use our voice to amplify the facts about climate change, we can work to find solutions. ~Elan Strait change, say experts, including Nikhil Advani, director of Climate Communities and Wildlife at the World Wildlife Fund (WWF). Protecting large predators is one key to enriching biodiversity, Advani says. “The top of the food chain has a significant impact on prey species and the ecosystem.” But predators are suffering because of humans that are feeling the impacts of climate change, Advani says. Long droughts have forced many Kenyan pastoralists to enter protected parks and compete with wildlife for water and grazing land, resulting in lion deaths as retaliation for killing livestock. In the Himalayas, as the Earth warms, snow leopard habitat is being encroached for pastureland. In Zimbabwe, farmers have turned to chopping down trees for wood as an alternative economic opportunity. “Everybody is stressed and competing for resources,” Advani says. “It is a very severe result of climate change.” Advani and researchers are working in tandem with local societies in 30 countries across Africa, Central America and Asia to fund novel projects under the Wildlife Adaptation Innovation Fund. For instance, they are piloting a rainwater harvesting project to help farmers get through the dry seasons and are constructing concrete and mudbrick nests to help albatross breed better in Tasmania. These special projects are based on available levels of donations that are sometimes crowd-sourced. Raising funds for innovative projects, as well as increasing awareness of what’s happening, is an important grassroots strategy, says Elan Strait, WWF director of U.S. climate campaigns. It can be as simple as sharing updates, tagging social media influencers and instigating a rallying cry. WWF has its own program called Panda Ambassadors in which conservation activists of all ages can get tips and

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Getting involved in grassroots-level strategies is empowering not only for kids, but for adults that need their resiliency and inspiration, says Janet Stringer, manager of donor relations at Polar Bears International, in Bozeman, Montana. “In my work, I hear from so many people who are feeling deep despair about the climate crisis. I draw hope from the children who write to us, sharing stories and pictures about their dreams for a future that includes polar bears,” says Stringer. “I think we owe it to the next generation to work as hard as we can to come together and make the necessary changes to ensure that polar bears—and all wildlife—are not a species we learn about in the pages of a book, but a wild species that we can see with our own eyes, reminding us of how special our planet is and why it deserves our respect.” One of her favorite examples comes from students at the Daina-Isard school, in Olesa de Montserrat, Spain, and their climate-driven projects with teacher Connie Darilek, who asked the Aquarium of Barcelona to help them grow plankton, an organism threatened by warming seas. “They gave us plankton and jellyfish, and it was really amazing for the students to learn the [Arctic] food chain and how serious it would be losing the polar bear on top,” Darilek says. Students recently published the book Nanuc, a story about a polar bear that they also illustrated, now in its second printing. Josie Martin, 13, of Solana Beach, California, has raised $8,700 for conservation of rhinos, elephants, pangolins, gorillas and polar bears by giving

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~Catherine Macdonald watercolor paintings to those that donate to charities through her PayPal Giving page at Chuffed.org/project/peacelove-hope-for-rhinos. “Each year, I think I’m getting a little bit better at creating art which sends a strong message,” she says. “The message I try to express is that some of our best-known wild animals might in my lifetime no longer be on the planet. I think the difference I make through art is that I am helping to raise awareness for important animal conservation work.”

Every Action Counts

There’s no one solution to climate change, says Catherine Macdonald, TNC director of natural climate solutions for North America. “We really have to try, all of us. It’s important that everyone feel they can contribute, because everything does make a difference, and no action is too small.” For those that are not art-inclined, one of the best things people can do is to plant trees, Macdonald says, whether it’s replanting forests or increasing their numbers in urban areas. According to a 2018 study by TNC published in Science Advances, nature-driven land management could sequester 21 percent of America’s annual greenhouse gas pollution—the equivalent of emissions from all cars and trucks on the roads today. Planting trees emerged in

the study as the most significant among 21 strategies to mitigate global warming. One good way to get started is join the TNC Plant a Billion Trees program, Macdonald says; details are at Tinyurl. com/TNCPlantABillionTrees. “Climate change is definitely a growing concern that we are facing, and as more people understand there is a problem and what the solutions are, the more influence we can have on the big decision-makers, whether that’s government or corporations that make our products,” she says. “And being aware informs voters to advance climate action.” While Josie, Ember, Azalea and the students at Daina-Isard aren’t old enough to vote, their message is strong. “I’m worried about the impact climate change will have on our future,” Josie says. “I think people should protest peacefully for the things they believe in and that more people should exercise their right to vote for leaders who care about the youth in our world and the generations to come. I also think people should try to spend a little bit of their time taking action for what they want to see changed in our world.”

Fridays For Future – This is a global movement sparked by Greta Thunberg, with a map for climate strikes around the world (FridaysFor Future.org).

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supporting several campaigns for climate change with grassroots strategies, including Climate Neutral Now, ACT Now and Good Life Goals (UN.org).

Moms Clean Air Force – Parents protecting children from climate-driven pollution, offering strategies to get kids involved (MomsCleanAirForce.org).

Earth Hour 2020 – Read about the global effort to dramatize environmental concerns that occurred on March 28 when lights were turned off for an hour around the world (EarthHour.org). Panda Ambassadors – World

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ome, whether a humble studio apartment or a dream house, is a critical facet of well-being, a spiritual headquarters from which good health springs. Everyone in the family, including two- and four-legged children, can benefit from an environment that feels like a sacred space. Creating nourishing corners, along with more open areas that feed the senses and a system of functional ease, can be a deep and rewarding act of self-care. “Our home is by far one of the most significant investments we’ll ever make. Our spaces are not meant to be stagnant, but to evolve through each stage of our lives,” says feng shui expert Bridget Saraka, of Saskatoon, Canada. Ali English, owner of Eldrum Interiors, in Lincolnshire, England, concurs, “We all need a safe holt to return to, that space where we can be utterly ourselves, utterly at peace.”

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Like water and wind, harmony within the home should also flow. “Listening to the energies in your home and taking the time to move furniture around until you have a placement that makes your head feel calm is really important,” says English. Feng shui—the ancient Chinese system of creating harmony in personal and professional spaces—prioritizes color psychology. “More times than I can count, I’ve had clients report loss of motivation after painting their homes taupe. They’ve also reported weight gain and digestive disorders,” says Saraka. “It’s best to use colors that reflect light, especially for homes in locations where winter is long and days are short.” Disruptive clutter is another key player in eliciting discontent, especially for children that are sensitive to environmental stimulus. “A space that is cluttered can cause emotional distress, resulting in less-than-desirable behaviors,” says Saraka. “Something as simple as the lines of the furniture can feel sharp, creating anxiety. It all matters.”

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Soul-inspiring visuals, satisfying textures and natural, delightful scents are all desirable domestic companions. A small, ambient lamp

Our spaces are not meant to be stagnant, but to evolve through each stage of our lives. ~Bridget Saraka in a bathroom or a spring-colored sheer in a window can invite the benediction of light. “Step outside the room and then come back in as a guest,” suggests Ridge. “What do you notice with your newcomer’s eyes? What does the room feel like? What smells are you aware of? Do you need to move a cat litter box to another area of the house? Would an area rug soften the hard sounds of foot traffic? Pause on each of your senses and make notes.”

Bringing the Outdoors In

Incorporating organic elements can boost the vitality of any living space. “House plants are a wonderful way to bring the green world into our homes. Go for organic ones if possible, and if you’re worried you may forget to water them, consider plants like scented leaf pelargoniums; for example, Royal Oak. They thrive on neglect and can also provide some wonderful room fragrances,” says English. She also suggests including natural or quality faux branches and blooms in the home as ways of decorating—berries to provide splashes of rich orange, pine cones dabbed with metallic paint, or even long stems of ivy leaves twisted into garlands. Having live plants in the home also benefits physical health. “Adding a few real plants to a space can help reduce environmental toxins found in paints and manmade products, as well as electromagnetic frequencies—by-products of electronics.” Ridge concurs, “Cacti can be a charming alternative for those of us who don’t have a green thumb, but still want to enjoy a living plant indoors.” In the end, a place of sanctuary comes from a place of love. English sums it up best: “If you pour that sense of love into your home, you will, over time, find that mirrored back at you, and you’ll feel it whenever you go through your front door.”

Tips from our experts Feng shui tips from Bridget Saraka:

Create daily rituals with small, manageable goals that’ll help sustain balance and harmony. Give everyone in the household daily, weekly and monthly chores to help maintain a clean, healthy, safe, beautiful and calm home. Make sure that each space has optimum lighting, that all light bulbs work and window treatments are opened daily to fill each room with natural light. Position the beds in the home to have a view of the door entering the room. This is called the “command position”, which instills a sense of control over the immediate environment.

Practical suggestions from Rachel Anne Ridge:

Start with the floor. Simply pick up and straighten the items there—shoes, books, papers, coats and that stack of items earmarked for donating that you set in the corner weeks ago. A clear walk space gives you immediate energy and a sense of order. Use a timer. Setting it for five minutes (or giving yourself just enough time

to let a teabag steep in a cup) is perfect motivation to unload a dishwasher, clear the junk mail from the counter or wipe down a sink. Reduce indoor noise pollution. Installing felt bumpers on cabinet doors and drawers is a tiny activity that yields big results. Cover the feet of kitchen chairs with pads and use fabric placemats on tables. Throw rugs can also soften sounds. Upgrading speakers for TVs and devices can improve sound quality and facilitate lower volumes.

Inspiration from Ali English:

One of my most favorite guidelines is William Morris’ adage, “Keep nothing in your home that you do not know to be useful or believe to be beautiful.” Never feel that you are “stuck” with where you’ve placed furniture and items. I move things around my home on a regular basis, only really settling when furniture has found the place where it merges most perfectly with the overall energy of a room. Begin by creating a “mood board” where you collect ideas that inspire you.

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Dianne Rhodes, 76, of Saskatoon, go after our city governments to get them Canada, began her activism in 2006 after seebehind this as fast as possible.” ing Al Gore’s documentary An Inconvenient Solemi Hernandez, 41, a Venezuelan imTruth. “It was shocking what we were doing to migrant raising two sons in Naples, Florida, quit the environment, our home, our planet. It hit her job and took out a loan so she could dedicate me like a freight train, and I saw the urgency,” all her time to environmental activism. “Ecosysshe says. tems are about to collapse and we don’t know the Rhodes trained with Gore, enabling exact tipping point. I don’t see a healthy future herself to give up-to-date, truthful and for my kids,” she says. One month after her drascience-based slide presentations. Her talks matic decision, the Citizens Climate Lobby hired vary in subject and audience, from composther to become its southeast regional coordinator. ing instructions for a group of pre-K kids to “We’re going to create and elect new decisionin-depth climate science for business profesmakers instead of trying to change those leaders sionals. “Activism is a way of letting people that are not representing us.” know what’s happening. It’s so important to get In 2019, Hernandez attended COP 25 in that awareness, to give people hope and then Spain and saw Thunberg up close speaking to Activism is a way of to show them how they can make a difference,” thousands of cheering activists. “Greta is an letting people know she explains. inspiration, but it’s not on her shoulders to what’s happening. Rhodes recommends both grassroots solve the issues,” she says. “It’s on us to orgaand “grass-top” action, including protest nize in our communities, see what can we do ~Dianne Rhodes marches, working directly with city planners personally and not look to her to be the savior. and changing personal behavior and choices at home. She’s exWe are the ones we’ve been waiting for.” cited about a new initiative in Canada: “We’re doing town hall meetings all across the country based on the Green New Deal Sandra Yeyati is a contributor to Natural Awakenings and … where people talk about how to get a city’s carbon emissions past president of the Naples, Florida, Press Club. Connect at down—what we can do in our neighborhoods, and how we can SandraYeyati@gmail.com.

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MOVING THROUGH CHRONIC PAIN How Exercise Can Heal What Hurts by Julie Peterson

hen our body keeps hurting, especially if it’s been that way for a long time, it’s natural to want to snuggle into pillows with a good movie and move as little as possible. And for many years, that’s the kind of rest that doctors recommended for the 20 percent of American adults suffering from chronic pain. But with a plethora of studies showing that exercise can reduce pain severity, enable

better physical functioning and boost morale with virtually no adverse side effects, that advice is fast changing. “Exercise helps to release endorphins, which are the body’s natural painkiller chemicals,” explains Rumki Banerjee, M.D., medical director of Apex MD, in Glen Allen, Virginia. For those suffering from conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia and low back pain, the thought of moving may

be uncomfortable, and even the sight of stairs may trigger pain signals. But walking up just one step can give the brain new information. “If it’s possible to do a movement one time without pain, the brain starts to change, the door to movement reopens and we begin to end the chronic pain cycle,” says Annie Forest, a fitness trainer who specializes in the neurology of pain at Forest Coaching Studios, in Madison, Wisconsin. A good first step is to consult an expert. “If your doctor approves, take advantage of the knowledge and expertise of a movement expert. Physical therapists, occupational therapists, Pilates trainers and yoga teachers are trained to help others move safely and more effectively,” says Peter Abaci, M.D., medical director of the Bay Area Pain and Wellness Center, in Los Gatos, California, and author of Conquer Your Chronic Pain: A Life-Changing Drug-Free Approach for Relief, Recovery, and Restoration. The muscle pain that occurs in everyone starting a new exercise regime— known as delayed onset muscle soreness— typically lasts only a day or two, and is a sign the body is slowly gathering strength, say physical therapists. It’s best—and probably the only thing possible for those in chronic pain—to start slow. “Walking is one exercise that gets your body moving, blood and fluids circulating, and if done outdoors, can take you out into nature to offset the amount of time spent indoors,” says physical therapist Karena Wu, owner of ActiveCare Physical Therapy,

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The following information may be disturbing to some. That’s because the Environmental Protection Agency has identified at least four possibly dangerous chemicals commonly found in some synthetic mattresses— benzene, propane, naphthalene and styrene—especially bedding made in China and overseas, where such governing agencies do not exist. Consider these facts: ● Typical mattresses made from artificial materials are known to emit potentially harmful gases in your bedroom—a phenomenon known as off-gassing. ● Laboratory researchers in the U.S. and Europe have identified up to 61 potentially harmful chemicals that off-gas from typical synthetic mattresses. ● Exposure to these 61 chemicals has been associated with irritation of the skin, eyes and digestive systems. ● Additionally, the chemicals offgassed by synthetic mattresses have been associated with headache, fatigue, depression and even hearing loss. ● Your skin, the most porous entry point into your body, has contact with a mattress for 8 hours every night, on average.

● Children, who breathe faster than adults, are especially vulnerable to chemical exposure. Every night, we lie down with minimal clothing for a seemingly good night’s sleep. But in reality, while lying on a conventional mattress, we are breathing in and absorbing through our skin a range of chemicals from synthetic materials—chemicals that can disrupt our sleep cycles and negatively impact our health. our mattresses emit gases from a toxic brew of components used to create them. From the polyurethane foam used in the padding to fire retardants and other additives, conventional mattresses continue to release chemicals in gaseous form long after they roll out of the factory. Even after they have finished off-gassing, the chemically based construction of a conventional mattress provides an ideal environment for dust and dust mites, whose excrement is the #1 trigger for asthma attacks. And get this. You know those white labels on a mattress that say, “do Not remove”? Incredibly, the law actually allows manufacturers to include potentially hazardous chemicals in your mattress without disclosing the fact on any label. But if a true list of ingredients were available for conventional mattresses, it would likely include TDI (a common component), a known carcinogen, which can cause respiratory ailments such as bronchitis and asthma. In addition, liver damage and breathing problems have been linked to vinyl chloride monomers, another common mattress material. The list goes on. Unfortunately, it is highly unlikely that you would be given information about any of these chemicals from a manufacturer of conventional, synthetic mattresses.

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one of the most significant actions we can take to reduce our exposure to toxins and improve our overall health is to make changes to the one household item that is in direct contact with our bodies for one third of our lives—our mattresses. “There are more ways than ever to sleep better and wake up painfree on a natural, organic mattress,” says Ben McClure, president of

advertorial Gardner’s Mattress & More, in Lancaster, PA. “Many people, like me, are in search of a natural sleep system. I was shocked to learn that toxic emissions from mattresses are a major source of daily pollution in our lives,” says McClure. An all-natural, organic mattress is free of potentially harmful chemicals. Instead, natural materials like natural rubber are used. Rubber is naturally hypoallergenic and resistant to dust mites, making it ideal for allergy sufferers. Also, natural rubber is antimicrobial, inhibiting the growth of bacteria, mold and mildew, which can cause asthma and respiratory distress. No synthetic materials are added to provide these benefits. “All rubber used in our natural mattresses is from the sap of a rubber tree, which can yield rubber for up to 30 years. When a tree is done producing rubber, it is taken down and turned into furniture. A new tree is then planted in its place, thus making natural rubber a sustainable bedding component,” says McClure. What’s the difference between an organic mattress and a conventional one? “Organic mattresses are crafted from natural materials. Conventional mattresses are made mostly of artificial materials from nonrenewable sources, such as plastic and other petrochemicals,” says McClure. Do organic mattresses come in different firmness? “Yes, there are two main types of organic mattresses: Natural rubber and inner-spring. Both styles are available with varying firmness options to suit anyone’s sleep needs,” says McClure.

Dream Room, where you can spend 15 minutes to 4 hours resting or even sleeping on a mattress, with 100% sanitary linens, blankets and pillows so people can truly ‘test drive” any natural bedding,” says McClure. 3. Protect yourself by insisting on a strong guarantee. “I know people are tired of sleeping on a worn-out, chemical-laden mattress. That’s why we give every customer a 120 night Wake Up Happy Comfort Guarantee to exchange if it doesn’t deliver the sleep you want,” says McClure. If you’re not sleeping well or you’re worried about toxic chemicals in your bedroom, consider this: The two things in life you spend the most time on are work and sleep. How much of your remaining hours on earth do you want to waste losing sleep on an uncomfortable, chemical-laden mattress? That’s a question that many are asking.

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When researching natural, organic mattresses, look at these areas: 1. Visit a store that carries the top certified natural and organic brands including Naturepedic, Posh + Lavish, Hypnos, Gold Bond and iAdjust. “Each of these manufacturers crafts bedding that is safe and sustainable,” McClure recommends. 2. Try out a new mattress for at least 15 minutes. Lie down in various positions, to simulate a night of sleep. Look for a store that offers a clean pillow to test out. “We offer the only

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n Clean “green”. The chemicals in popular disinfectants alter children’s gut microbes and heavy use leads to higher body mass index by age 3, reports Canadian researchers; eco-friendly cleaning agents do not harm kids’ health, they found. A solution of one part white vinegar to three parts water can be used to clean counters, floors and toilets. The acetic acid in vinegar can deactivate even the flu and tuberculosis viruses, recent studies have shown.

HEALTHY HOME, HEALTHY KIDS How to Keep Them Safe

by Ronica O’Hara

healthy home for kids looks much like what’s needed for a healthy planet: clean air, clean water and clean food, all of which create a space in which our children can be well and thrive. This means taking active steps to eliminate everyday contaminants that can harm their developing organs and brains. “Children

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Clean Food

n Buy organic when possible. “Swapping to mostly organic foods is a good way to reduce your child’s daily toxic burden and reduce their risk of developing gut issues, autoimmune diseases, and food sensitivities and allergies,” says Caitlin Self, a licensed dietitian and functional nutritionist in Baltimore who blogs at FrugalNutrition.com. Using the list of the Dirty Dozen pesticide-laden produce compiled by the Environmental Working Group (ewg.org/foodnews) as well as its recommended Clean 15 makes shopping organic easier. n Clean produce of pesticides. Simply rinsing produce under cold water for 30 seconds reduces pesticide residues for nine of 12 pesticides, a study by the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station found. Saltwater or vinegar rinses also remove pesticides effectively, and in a recent Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry study, soaking apples in one April 2020

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Mold Can Negatively Impact Health by Darlene Eager

old growth is caused by moisture. To stop mold growth, the source of moisture must be found and fixed. Left undiscovered, mold can have a detrimental impact upon the health of both adults and children. Take notice of indoor spaces and pay attention to areas where mold can be hidden. Mold can grow in unexpected places, such as on cardboard, drywall paper, behind wallpaper and under a vinyl floor, where the adhesive binding wallpaper and vinyl flooring to surfaces becomes a food source for mold. If unfinished basement walls are coated with waterproof paint, mold can grow on the paint. Check the home or office ventilation system, including drop ceilings, attics and crawlspaces. It is important to make sure that bathroom and kitchen fans are not ventilated to the attic. Proper ventilation requires a balance between air intake and air exhaust to prevent moisture buildup. A room or basement space that is not well-ventilated or filled with excessive belongings can create an environment conducive to mold growth. Basement areas tend to have moist, dark areas that can foster mold growth. Consider combatting unwanted moisture by running a dehumidifier large enough to handle the

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ative plants are much more than just pretty land growth. Landowners and occupiers can create self-sustaining landscapes that not only provide beautiful scenery, but also productive medicinal aspects. One of the most compelling motivations to integrate native medicinal plants into the landscape is their multi-layered advantages. Benefits include animal habitats, ecosystem services, social and cultural value and wellness for people in the form of herbal remedies such as teas, various kinds of honey, poultices and tinctures. Native medicinal plants are perennial and often drought and deer resistant. Fewer inputs of water and fertilizer are required to sustain them, and there is a reduced risk of the plants being eaten. Landowners looking to generate additional income may consider the economical advantages of growing medicinal plants because they require less space than many bushes and trees. The following information about native plants may be useful for beginning herbalists and those interested in attracting pollinators to their gardens. Descriptions and explanations were found on the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center plant database at Wildflower.org as well as MedicinalHerbInfo.org. Aesclepias tuberosa (Butterfly weed) is a native Pennsylvania plant that offers multiple benefits. Medicinal applications of the aesclepias root include treating coughs, colds and other respiratory conditions. It has showy flowers with vibrant sprays of

orange that bloom midsummer; it is suitable to the challenges of urban soils because it is welladapted for wet or dry conditions. It is also deer resistant, which is a critical consideration for landscape installations. Aesclepias is one of the primary foods for monarch butterflies, a species that is facing challenges because its habitat is being destroyed in the United States. It also attracts beneficial insects to the garden that feed on pests. Ceanothus americanus (New Jersey Tea or Redroot) is a deciduous shrub with tiny white flowers that grows low and upright to approximately three feet tall, with deep, massive roots making it adaptable to harsh growing conditions. The dried leaves and twigs make a tea that was very popular during the time period of the Revolutionary War to relieve stress. As an ornamental plant, New Jersey Tea provides good ground cover and will even grow on rocky hillsides. Birds and butterflies are attracted to it, and it is recognized by pollination ecologists as attracting large numbers of native bees. Monarda didyma (Scarlet Beebalm, Oswego Tea) is a popular perennial that is part of the mint family. Its scarlet red flowers are very attractive to hummingbirds, butterflies and bees, and the leaves have a minty aroma. Medicinal uses include treating winter illnesses, respiratory condi-

tions and digestion complaints. It was named Oswego Tea because the Oswego Indians of New York used the leaves for a tea, and Beebalm refers to the crushed leaves used to soothe bee stings. Eupatorium fistulosum (Joe-Pye Weed, Queen of the Meadow) can grow from two to seven feet tall, with domed flower heads that bear pink and purple flowers. It attracts birds, butterflies and bees and is an important source of honey. Medicinal applications of the root and flowers include diuretics and tonics that soothe and relax the nerves. Education is important when considering the use of medicinal plants. Lynn DeVries, who continues to study and maintain the research her late mother, Joyce L. Herzog, RN, completed to create MedicinalHerbInfo.org, reminds us that herbs can be strong medicine. It is recommended that trained professionals monitor the use of herbs due to possible side effects, allergic reactions and contraindications with current medications. Samantha Curran is a member of the team at Earthbound Artisan, a garden and stonework construction company that is fully committed to weighing the environmental impact of each action. For more information, call 717-507-6267, email Sam@Earthbound Artisan.com or visit EarthboundArtisan.com. See ads, pages 24 and 51. April 2020

FLOWER POWER Botanical Libations Pack Healthy Punch by April Thompson

lowers and other budding botanical elements this spring aren’t just eye candy to dress the table; they can bless an everyday beverage with intoxicating new scents, flavors and colors. “It’s such a joy to see a beautiful flower or plant, smell it and then add it to a delightful beverage or meal. Plants have so much medicine to share, and it’s fun to play with that,” says Myra Sinnott, an aromatherapist and owner of Essential Botany, in Washington, D.C.

Many beverage favorites can be given a floral twist with little effort, says Cassie Winslow, author of Floral Libations: 41 Drinks + Ingredients and founder of the blog DecoTartelette.com, in Santa Cruz, California. Winslow’s go-to drinks include lavender-infused lemonade and rose petal almond milk, which can be served hot or cold. “I also love an iced lavender café au lait. If I’m feeling extra fancy, I’ll use fresh flower ice cubes, too.” Dried hibiscus is another favorite of Winslow’s, as even a few

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petals of the concentrated dark magenta flower will brighten and beautify any beverage—even a yogurt-based drink. While many botanical drink recipes call for simple sugar syrup, Winslow suggests honey with a splash of water as a substitute. Other drinks are naturally sweet, like jasmine tea steeped in apple cider. Sinnott likes to fuse the power of flowers with other botanical elements such as rose petals in a light raspberry drink. “I also use rosewater in a warm elixir with a base of reishi mushroom tea, goji berries, turmeric, cinnamon and ginger, cacao, pearl powder and honey. Rose is a heart-opener and vitalizes the body with the immune-boosting reishi and the other tonifying ingredients,” says Sinnott. Winslow stresses the importance of buying organic ingredients, as many flowers are sprayed with toxic pesticides—or better yet, home-grown. She suggests the tea aisle of natural food stores is a good place for procuring organic floral ingredients such as chamomile and jasmine, which often come unblended in whole form. Dried flowers are easier to source and are often more potent than fresh, she says. “Fresh is pretty, but can be more subtle in flavor.” Her rose salt recipe, which can be used to rim drinks or seasonal dishes, calls for dried roses, which have a longer shelf life and won’t clump up like fresh petals. Marie Viljoen, Brooklyn-based author of Forage, Harvest, Feast: A Wild-Inspired Cuisine, suggests using cold infusions rather

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than heat or boiling flowers to retain their flavors and aromas. She also recommends picking flowers early in the morning or late afternoon, when their scent peaks.

A Cup of Wildflowers While botanical ingredients can be obtained commercially, it can be more fun—and frugal—to forage for them, suggests Viljoen, founder of the blog 66SquareFeet.blogspot. com. “It’s a lot of fun to go out to collect ingredients you cannot find in the store. You can experience unique textures, flavors and perfumes, and play with wild ingredients that have been all but forgotten,” she says. Some of Viljoen’s seasonal foraged favorites include the fragrant elderflower, honeysuckle and common milkweed flower. “I like to capture milkweed’s fragrance and deep pink color in a wild soda or a sweet cordial.”

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For newbie foragers, drink ingredients can be sourced as easily as herbs from a window box, like the antiviral thyme, which makes for a delicious wild soda made from a handful of herbs, sweetener and water left on the countertop a few days to lightly ferment and fizz. Another spring favorite, tender young spruce tips, has a sour flavor that ferments well with strawberries and rhubarb, says Viljoen. The same recipe can also be used to make vinegar, a longer process resulting in a more enduring product with great botanical properties. “You can create a sipping vinegar, which is good to mix with seltzer or slow-cook with,” says Viljoen. Whether botanical ingredients are foraged, bought or brought in from the backyard garden to be put in a hot tea, a cocktail or a cold brew, the magic is in the making. “Flowers are endless fun to experiment with, especially when added to everyday drinks and dishes. It brings life to the kitchen,” says Winslow.

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For the warm rose quartz: 3-4 Rough pieces of rose quartz crystal Mix all the herbs together in a large bowl, then decant into a sealable pouch or jar, being sure to store away from direct sunlight. Cleanse the crystals, by first rinsing and gently scrubbing them under running water, then place in the sun for a few hours and whisper some love poetry to them.

Unconditional Love Here’s an Indian-inspired herbal infusion featuring classic Ayurvedic herbs that help spread unconditional love that is so needed in the world right now. It’s recommended that you serve the infusion on heated rose quartz crystals; this will continue to emanate the love. This recipe is best made in larger quantities and stored for use throughout the year or whenever you need to spread or share more love with friends and family. Yields: 3½ oz beverage .7 oz cinnamon bark (Cinnamomum zeylanicum) ½ oz ginger root (Zingiber officinalis), dried .2 oz ashwagandha root (Withania somnifera), dried .2 oz rhatavari root (Asparagus racemosus), dried

Place the crystals in the oven on a low heat (158 to 170° F) for 15 minutes, or until hot. Place the crystals in the teacups. For a pot for 3 to 4 people, take 6 heaping teaspoons of the blend, pour over freshly boiled water, infuse with the lid on for 5 to 6 minutes, then fine strain and serve in cups over the warm pieces of rose quartz crystal. Recipe courtesy of Michael Isted, the Herball.

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and nutmeg. Steeped in your favorite nutty milk, this’ll be your new go-to goodie when you want to sit with your thoughts, gaze out the window and sip on something warm.” Yields: one beverage 1 cup, unsweetened, almond milk or hazelnut milk 1 Tbsp honey (or agave sweetener) 1 dandelion tea bag Freshly ground nutmeg for garnish In a small saucepan, warm the milk over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. Whisk the milk, then slowly add the honey or agave sweetener and whisk together. Pour the milk mixture into a large mug. Add the tea bag and allow to steep for five minutes. Discard the tea bag. Sprinkle the nutmeg on top. Recipe courtesy of Cassie Winslow, Floral Libations: 41 Drinks + Ingredients. Natural Awakenings recommends using organic, non-GMO (genetically modified) and non-bromated ingredients whenever possible.

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or those that want to impress guests with a little floral flourish at their next dinner party, here are some tips from the experts. Garnishing is a great way to use fresh edible flowers and show off their natural shapes and colors, says Cassie Winslow, author of Floral Libations: 41 Drinks + Ingredients and founder of the blog DecoTartelette.com, in Santa Cruz, California. “Unless it’s a small pretty bloom, you’ll want to just use a couple of petals though, as whole flowers can be hard to drink around otherwise.” Simply infusing fragrant flowers in water overnight can be a refreshing upgrade to table water, says Marie Viljoen, author of Forage, Harvest, Feast and the 66-Square-Feet blog, based in Brooklyn. “Go for flowers with lots of fragrance, like jasmine, roses or violets. Just put in cool water overnight and strain out the flowers in the morning.” Drinks can be dressed up with a floral sugar or salt rim using rose or lavender. “I like to rim half the glass on the side and not just the top, to give it a cascading effect,” says Winslow. Another fun party trick is to set up a bar and let guests garnish their drinks themselves. Winslow suggests almost any cocktail recipe can be turned into a mocktail by using sparkling water instead of alcohol; for example, a virgin lilac margarita greyhound. Floral ice cubes also add a fancy touch to the dinner table. To capture the blossoms in ice, Viljoen suggests filling the tray halfway with water, putting in the flowers, freezing and then filling in the rest of the water to refreeze.

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nimal agriculture is harmful to our environment. A worldwide shift to a plant-based or vegan diet would have a hugely positive impact on the health of the planet and on the creatures who live here. According to a study cited in GreenAndGrowing. org, a meat-eater’s diet causes more than seven times as much greenhouse gas emissions (the pollutants linked to climate change) as a vegan’s diet. That means that, compared to a meat eater, a person who enjoys a vegan diet will keep 1.5 tons of carbon dioxide out of the atmosphere every year. Another major problem caused by animal agriculture is deforestation and the loss of habitat for native animals. For example, the

Amazon Rain Forest is hardly what it used to be. According to the World Animal Foundation, 70 percent of the Amazon forest has become pastures and fields where animals graze and crops grow, and while some of those crops go to feed people, most of them become animal feed. The practice of turning forests into pastures for animals and the resulting environmental damage are hardly exclusive to South America. Across the United States and all around the world, forests have fallen to create fields where animals can graze and where crops to feed them can grow. This environmental damage happens largely because animal agriculture is a very inefficient practice. Producing one calorie of animal protein consumes about 10 times

as much fossil fuel energy as producing one calorie of plant protein does, and growing feed for animals uses large quantities of chemical fertilizer, which comes from oil, as stated on OneGreenPlanet.org. Our water supplies also suffer from the practice of animal agriculture. Farm animals produce millions of tons of manure every year. Much of that waste finds its way into waterways, and the consequences can be very harmful. The phosphorus and nitrates in manure can cause the spread of algae and waterborne pathogens, which can be harmful to wildlife and people. A conversion to a vegan diet is something for environmentally conscious people to consider seriously, and it’s a change that comes with the bonus of a potentially longer and healthier life, as a new study from Harvard Medical School recently indicated. The vast world of plants provides many benefits not only for people who choose to add them to their dietary regimen, but for the planet as well. Bill Simpson is a local writer who made the switch to a plant-based diet in 1974. Today, he enjoys an active lifestyle that includes running, biking, gardening and delivering Natural Awakenings.

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Beyond the usual four-legged friends, acupuncture helps animals such as reptiles, rabbits and livestock as a complement to Western medicine or other body work to alleviate pain and speed recovery. “All animals can have acupuncture,” says veterinarian Carol Jean Tillman, of the Animal Kingdom Veterinary Hospital, in Las Vegas. She uses acupuncture for dogs and cats with musculoskeletal conditions such as lameness due to injuries, arthritis and paralysis, and also finds it helpful for allergies, immune system problems and digestive issues. A 2016 review of veterinary acupuncture clinical trials published in the American Journal of Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine concluded that it was safe and effective in treating a wide range of medical conditions like canine hip dysplasia, pain from osteoarthritis and surgery, intervertebral disc disease, seizure disorders, vomiting, inflammatory bowel disease, cardiac and respiratory problems, and depression and anxiety.

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Dry needle acupuncture is what most people recognize—the use of thin, solid, metallic needles inserted into specific meridian acupoints on a body. There is also aquapuncture, that involves injection of a liquid, such as diluted vitamin B12, into an acupoint to relieve muscle pain and discomfort. Moxibustion is a technique used for joint stiffness or allergies in which a heated Chinese herbal compound is applied to or held over acupoints. Electrostimulation, sending an electrical current through pairs of inserted needles, takes less time and creates longer-lasting effects. “Electrostimulation is very effective for treating neurological conditions such as radial nerve paralysis, facial nerve paralysis, disc disease and any condition that requires strong stimulation,” says veterinarian Bernadette Aleksey, at the Adorable Pets Veterinary Center, in Haddam, Connecticut. She regularly treats dogs, cats and horses for arthritis, neck and back pain, as well as neurological and gastrointestinal problems. Results similar to acupuncture can be obtained without using needles. Acupressure using hands, cupping therapy using special cups or cool laser stimulation using low levels of light can stimulate hard-to-reach acupoints or work for animals that are too restless for needles. “Depending on the severity of the condition, acupuncture treatment could be recommended daily for several days, then spaced out to every week, then as-needed or once a month,” says Tillman. Precise placement of tiny needles into an ailing dog or a massive horse seems fraught with risk, but the animals only need to be gently restrained and plied with treats during the first treatment. They generally relax quietly for subsequent treatments. Even Sienna, Schnier’s typically reactive thoroughbred mare, stands still for acupuncture around a swollen eye. “She knows it’s being done to help her,” Schnier says. And her 17-year-old cat held still for tiny needles placed in the sinus areas that helped it breathe better. In a clinical setting, pets may be more apprehensive, but there are workarounds such as lasers or aquapuncture. “We provide a relaxing environment. The lighting is dimmed, we play relaxing music and treats are encouraged,” says Aleksey. Pet parents can search for a certified veterinary acupuncturist at ivas.org/vets.

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I dropped out of school as a teenager. Bees are the only thing I’ve truly ever studied; I am self-taught in insect biology and ecology. I have read scientific papers that I would have never thought were for the likes of me in my quest to understand more about bees. Also, when I feel overwhelmed with life, because of my interest in bees I have something else to focus on. I can lose hours and hours walking in the woods and totally forget my problems. I have learned to tune into the tiny things, the fungi and miniscule plants I would have otherwise walked past.

What is one of the most interesting aspects of bee behavior?

Some years ago, I remember vividly a day on my patio listening to bees with my eyes closed and seeing if I could recognize them by their buzzes. Bumblebees have a deep booming buzz, for example, and I recognized this, but suddenly it changed to a high-pitched sound like a dental drill. I opened my eyes, and it was a bumblebee going round and round the sides of a Welsh poppy, sounding really frantic and having a pollen bath. As it turns out, she was sonicating, otherwise known as buzz foraging. This is how bees pollinate tomatoes. A lot of flowers don’t give up pollen easily, but the bumblebee knows exactly what to do. It grasps the flower and continues to vibrate without moving its wings. This produces high-frequency vibrations that trigger the tomato flower to open and explodes pollen out onto the bee.

What are a few ways that we can help support bee populations?

Maintain gardens, backyards and balconies with a variety of nectar-rich plants and create habitat for bees to nest in. Plant flowers that will bloom in succession. Stop using pesticides, insecticides and other chemicals, because the bees are taking that cocktail of chemicals back to the hive or nest, and collectively they are more dangerous than the sum of their parts. Also, dare to be less tidy in your garden; grow wildflowers and let flowering weeds like clover and dandelions be. Watch and see what comes. It won’t just be the bees: If we get it right for the bees, it spirals out to other species. It’s never too late to reconnect and find the curiosity and awe that you experienced as a child. It was bees that captured my attention and imagination; for someone else it may be something else, but if you make time to stop, sit and look around you, you will find the wonder in nature.

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THURSDAY, APRIL 2 CANCELED: Craft Circle at Bent Limb Farm – 5:30-8pm. First Thursdays. Bring your own crafts for a relaxing time of fellowship. Free. Call to reserve your spot. Bent Limb Farm, 592 Stone Hill Rd, Shoemakersville. 484-797-2263. BentLimbFarm.com.

FRIDAY, APRIL 3 CANCELED: Holy Week/Guided Weekend Retreat – (thru Sunday, April 5). “I Carry Your Heart.” Jesuit Center for Spiritual Growth, Wernersville. For info/tickets: MLeonowitz@JesuitCenter.org or visit JesuitCenter.org.

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POSTPONED: Reiki II with Master Sarah Preston – 10:30am-4pm. Reiki is a simple, beautiful form of energy work. This class reviews reiki I, teaches reiki II power symbols and distance healing and enhances emotional and spiritual healing. $185 incl. book and attunement. Call for new date. Radiance, 13 W Grant St, Lancaster. 717-290-1517. Upside Down! Inversion Workshop – 1-3pm. Debbie & Nick Dower facilitate this workshop focusing on improving and building your inversion practice. Explore various exercises that build the strength necessary to do an inversion confidently and successfully as well as practicing headstands/ handstands. $30 members, $35 non-members. Willow Yoga Studio, 25 Nolt Ave, Willow Street. 717-617-2128. WillowYogaStudio.com.

SUNDAY, APRIL 5 Yoga Nidra – 4:30-6pm. Yoga Nidra is the yoga of sleep and is shown to produce a relaxed state in the body and mind. This class combines a slow, relaxing, restorative practice followed by Yoga Nidra session. Members $10, non-members $25. Willow Yoga Studio, 25 Nolt Ave, Willow Street. 717-617-2128. WillowYogaStudio.com.

MONDAY, APRIL 6 Kids Cooking Class – 6-8pm. Springtime Fun. In this hands-on class, Gwen Eberly teaches kids ages 8-12 key kitchen skills that they will use throughout their entire life. The kids will leave with the recipes and confidence to make them at home! Aprons provided. Limited to 12 kids. $65. Pre-register. Zest Cooking School, 1180 Erbs Quarry Rd, Lititz. 717-626-6002. ZestChef.com. Women’s Memoir Writing Workshop – 6:308:30pm. 5-wk series thru 5/4. “Exploring Our Life Stories.” Our memories have the power to illuminate, enlighten, and heal. Explore your story - happy or sad - in our safe haven of warmth, whimsy, and trust. Call for info/fees. Write From The Heart Lancaster Studio. 717-393-4713. WriteFromTheHeart.us.

FRIDAY, APRIL 10 Mindfulness & Grief – 12:30-2:30pm. (3-wk series: 4/10, 4/17 & 4/24). Experience the benefits of practicing mindfulness as a tool for being present with your grief and improving your overall wellbeing. Space limited, registration required by 4/3 at 717-391-2413 or 800-924-7610. Pathways

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SATURDAY, APRIL 11 Egg & Bone Hunt for Canines – 10am-4pm. Dogs are welcome to hunt for eggs & goodies throughout the store and join the big outdoor egg hunt at 1pm, weather permitting. Expresso Café and Food truck from 12noon-3pm. Homemade coconut and peanut butter Easter eggs for humans on sale by the nonprofit organization “Leo’s Helping Paws”. Free; donations appreciated for Keystone Pet-Enhanced Therapy Services (KPets.org). Godfrey's Welcome to Dogdom, 4267 New Holland Rd, Mohnton. 610777-5755. GodfreysDogdom.com.

TUESDAY, APRIL 14 GRASP (Grief Recovery After a Substance Passing) – 6:30-8pm. A source of help, compassion, and understanding for individuals who have had a loved one die as a result of substance abuse or addiction. Free. Registration required for new attendees. Contact Marj Paradise at MParadise810@comcast.net. Pathways Center for Grief & Loss, 4075 Old Harrisburg Pike, Mount Joy. HospiceCommunity.org.

THURSDAY, APRIL 16 Gardner’s Better Sleep Seminar – 10:15-11:30am or 6:30-7:45pm. If you are looking to improve and elevate your sleep so you feel better, have more energy, and increase productivity, join us for education, Q and A, light snacks, a free pillow and more. $5. Registration required. Gardner’s Mattress & More, 830 Plaza Blvd, Lancaster. 717-299-6228. GardnersMattressAndMore.com. Lancaster Community Reiki Clinic – 6:308:30pm. 25 minutes of reiki offered every third Thursday of the month. By appt, by donation. Your donation covers expenses to allow volunteers to continue in service to the community. The Farm & Home Center, 1383 Acadia Rd, Lancaster. 717824-9209. LancasterCommunityReikiClinic.org. Women’s Fiction Writing Workshop – 6:308:30pm. (5-wk series thru 5/14). “Bringing Our Characters to Life.” A fun, non-intimidating look at how our characters spring to life on the page ... when we least expect it. No grades, grammar, or judgment. Mischief, a must. Call for info/fees. Write From The Heart Lancaster Studio. 717-393-4713. WriteFromTheHeart.us. Women’s Singing Circle – 7:45-8:45pm. Thursdays thru May 7. 4-wk interactive class of women joined in song, movement and community in a nonperformance setting. $60/4wks. Class limited to 12, registration required. Resonate You, 780 Eden Rd, #2, Lancaster. 717-435-9957. ResonateYou.com.

FRIDAY, APRIL 17 Earth Day at the Farm – 1-4pm. Join Rodale Institute to celebrate Earth Day by volunteering at the 333-acre organic research farm. Rodale Institute, 611 Siegfriedale Rd, Kutztown. 610-683-1400. Rodale Institute.com. 24-hour Earth Day Tree Planting – 6pm-6pm Saturday. Celebrate the 50th Earth Day planting over 4,000 trees in honor of our planet and to restore the health of our local waterways. Site locations vary across Lancaster, Cumberland, and York Counties. For info: The Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay. 717-517-8698. AllianceForTheBay.org.

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Women’s Singing Circle – 9:30-10:30am. Saturdays thru May 9. 4-wk interactive class of women joined in song, movement and community in a nonperformance setting. $60/4wks. Class limited to 12, registration required. Resonate You, 780 Eden Rd, #2, Lancaster. 717-435-9957. ResonateYou.com. Open Barn at Homefields – 10am-2pm Drop-in. Experience the Care Farm coming to life, enjoy walking tours and hay wagon tours, healthy farmfocused snacks & drinks, vegetarian options, DIY projects, kid’s scavenger hunt, visit Insect Hotels, bee hives & education stations, learn about CSA membership and new customizable farm shares. Free. Free parking. Homefields Farm, Letort Road, Millersville. 717-872-2012. Homefields.org. Inner Peace Holistic Expo – 10am-6pm. Enjoy lectures, holistic and natural products and services for a healthy mind, body and home, spiritual services, artisan wares, jewelry, readers and more. $7/day or $10/both. Hamburg Field House, Pine St, Hamburg. 610-401-1342. InnerPeaceHolisticExpo.com. Film Series: Biggest Little Farm – 1-3pm. The Biggest Little Farm shows a couple’s journey into the world of organic farming as they turn a oncebarren landscape into a thriving utopia. Rodale Institute, 611 Siegfriedale Rd, Kutztown. 610-6831400. Rodale Institute.com.

Save The Trees Docuseries Screening – 2-4pm. In honor of the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day, PA Conservation Heritage Project will screen the environmental docuseries regarding preservation of the state’s natural beauty. Free. Lancaster Public Library, 125 N Duke St, Lancaster.To register: 717-394-2651. Weekend Directed Retreat – An individualized, personal, two-day experience of prayer, guided by a companion, a trained spiritual director and conducted in silence. Massage available for a modest fee—cash or check only. All linens and meals are provided. Jesuit Center for Spiritual Growth, Wernersville. To register, contact Melinda at MLeonowitz@JesuitCenter.org. JesuitCenter.org. Third Eye Violin Meditation – 7-8:15pm. Throat chakra focus. Professional violinist and yoga teacher Helena Lalita will guide students through a short session of gentle movement and breathing followed by long, deep relaxation and sound bathing. $20adv/$25 door. Radiance, 13 W Grant St, Lancaster. 717-290-1517.

SUNDAY, APRIL 19 ONLINE: Reiki in Healthcare ZOOM Workshop – 9am-4pm. Reiki in hospitals is on the rise. Learn how you can bring reiki into healthcare settings in a professional and practical way. Offered via ZOOM online platform. 6 CE’s for RN’s. $125. Helene Williams Reiki, 313 W Liberty St, Lancaster. 717269-6084. HeleneWilliamsReiki.com. Inner Peace Holistic Expo – 10am-5pm. See April 18th listing for details. Four Part Beginners Yoga Series – 1-2pm on 4/19, 4/26, 5/3, 5/17. Totally new to yoga? Four sessions will be led by two instructors to provide individual guidance as you learn common poses and breathing techniques. Designed to introduce you to yoga and prepare you for a studio class or a home practice. Space is limited. $65. Willow Yoga Studio, 25 Nolt Ave, Willow Street. 717-617-2128. WillowYogaStudio.com.

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TUESDAY, APRIL 21 A Wisdom Way of Knowing – 9:30am-4pm. Marcella Kraybill-Greggo offers a workshop illuminating how to harmonize your heart, mind and body. $65. Registration requested. The Urban Well at Saint James, 119 N Duke St, Lancaster. 717-397-4858. UrbanWell.org. Women’s Intro Writing Workshop – 6:30-8:30pm (5-wk series: Tuesdays thru May 19). Write...to relax, in our safe haven of warmth, whimsy, and trust. No grades, grammar, or judgment. Beginners welcome. Sharing optional. Mischief, a must. Write From The Heart Lancaster Studio. 717-393-4713. WriteFromTheHeart.us.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 22 Cooking Class: Springtime Menu – A nice balance of two plant-based recipes and two high-protein recipes, all of which are rich in nutrients. Learn to make these flavorful and light recipes that use seasonal ingredients. Hands-on class. BYOB. $65. Pre-register. Zest Cooking School, 1180 Erbs Quarry Rd, Lititz. 717-626-6002. ZestChef.com.

Humanity Fest – 7-11:30am. A multi-cultural fest held in Musser Park in Lancaster during the annual Race Against Racism. Enjoy food and locally hand-made crafts, visit booths of organizations and non-profits focused on equality and justice in Lancaster County. Musser Park, East Chestnut and North Lime Sts, Lancaster. YWCALancaster.org/RaceAgainstRacism. Native Plant & Wildlife Festival – 9am-4pm. Showcasing 30 local environmental organizations, native plant nurseries and artisans, plus activities for kids, speakers, and more. Free admission. Speakers located at the Morgan Center of the Manheim Twp Library. Vendors just outside the library, on Overlook Rd, in Overlook Park, Lancaster. For info: 717-290-7180 x 3100. LancPlantFest.org. Race Against Racism 5K – 9-10:30am. The longest consecutive-running Race Against Racism in the USA. Musser Park, East Chestnut and North Lime Sts, Lancaster. YWCALancaster.org/ RaceAgainstRacism. Central PA Holistic Health Expo – 10am-4pm. Professional holistic practitioners, including

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hypnotists, massage therapists, sound therapists, reiki practitioners and more, along with vendors of wholesome organic products from across central PA come together for this day-long expo. Free. Farm and Home Center, 1383 Arcadia Rd, Lancaster. For info: 717-340-3100. LancasterHypnotherapy.com. Kids Cooking Class – 10am-12:30pm. Drop off your 8-12-year-old child for 2 hours. While you are gone, Gwen Eberly will help them prepare a yummy brunch. When you return at noon, sit down with your child and enjoy a meal that they have prepared specially for you. Limited to 12pairs. Hands-on. $75/1 Mom +1 child. Pre-register. Zest Cooking School, 1180 Erbs Quarry Rd, Lititz. 717-626-6002. ZestChef.com. Create Karma Info Session – 2:15pm following Flow Class 1-2pm. A fun flow practice followed by “Ask Anything” info session. Learn about Create Karma and the upcoming programs beginning Fall of 2020 at Willow Yoga, including wellness, teacher training, mentoring. Info session is free, registration required. Willow Yoga Studio, 25 Nolt Ave, Willow Street. 717-617-2128. WillowYogaStudio.com. Healing Ceremony with Cacao for Beltane – 6-9pm. Honor Beltane with Sacred Cacao, ancient stories, rituals, and a soul journey. Whatever your path, the intention is yours to set, and the cacao allows you the insight and awareness to move towards that goal. $30/adv/$35/door. Radiance, 13 W Grant St, Lancaster. 717-290-1517.

SUNDAY, APRIL 26 Berks Earth Day – 11am-5pm. Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day with educational lectures and hands-on demonstrations, vendors, artisans, local food, children’s activities, entertainment and more. Reading City Park Bandshell, 11th & Washington Sts, Reading. EarthDayBerks.org. Rest & Restore Series – thru June 7. Join Amber Ackerley for this 7-part series in which you will receive the tools of reiki and yoga. Connect with a practice that stimulates the relaxation response and heals the body. $25 per session or $150 for entire series. Willow Yoga Studio, 25 Nolt Ave, Willow Street. 717-617-2128. WillowYogaStudio.com.

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Build A Better Salad – 5:30-6:30pm. Adults. Looking for inspiration to dress up your greens? Let’s build a better salad together. Starting with a blend of greens, we’ll create a salad packed with flavor to satisfy and nutrients to fuel your day. Free. Giant, 1008 Lititz Pike, Lititz. Registration required at 717-293-1462 or Kilene.Knitter@ GiantMartins.com.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 29 Cooking Class: Instant Pot – 6-8pm. Have you invested in an Instant Pot that is now sitting on your shelf taking up space? Valerie Baer will inspire you and widen your recipe repertoire. A hands-on class. BYOB. $65. Pre-register. Zest Cooking School, 1180 Erbs Quarry Rd, Lititz. 717-626-6002. ZestChef.com.

plan ahead SUNDAY, MAY 3 Health & Wellness Fair at Serenity Manor – 10am-3pm. A collective of women business professionals offering a variety of goods and services to support your well-being, including reiki,

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THURSDAY, MAY 14 The Mercy Seminar – 7-8:30pm. (Thursdays thru 6/18). Rev. David Peck and Prof. Randall Zachman explore the negative portrayal of the Jews created by Christian theologians after the death of Jesus and the destruction of the Second Temple by Rome, to see what Christians lost by defining themselves over and against their Jewish neighbors. $75/term or $15/session. Registration requested. The Urban Well at Saint James, 119 N Duke St, Lancaster. 717-397-4858. UrbanWell.org.

THURSDAY, MAY 21 Real Men Write: Writing Workshop for Men – 6:30-8:30pm (Thursdays, thru 6/18). A wonderfully unconventional workshop for those exhausted from business, technology, and the speed of life. We make writing fun in a safe haven of warmth, compassion, and trust. No grades, grammar, judgment or stress. Beginners welcome. Call for info/fees. Write From The Heart Lancaster Studio. 717-393-4713. WriteFromTheHeart.us.

SATURDAY, MAY 23 Open Barn at Take Heart Counseling & Equine Assisted Therapy – 10am-2pm. Celebrate the move to the perfect location. Tour the barn, meet the horses, goats, ponies and staff, take pony rides, play games and raffles. Lunch fundraiser and other goodies available for sale. Free to attend. Take Heart Counseling & Equine Assisted Therapy, 699 Wooltown Rd, Wernersville. 717-917-7137. TakeHeartCounseling.com.

savethedate Spring Events at the Jesuit Center May 1-3, LifeSHIFT: Work and the Christian Journey with Dr. Thomas Bachhuber, Ed.D. & Fr. Frank Kaminski, SJ May 9, A Mother’s Heart: Spring Day of Prayer with Mrs. Linda Robinson May 11-19, 7-Day Directed Retreat May 29-31, Pentecost Weekend Directed Retreat All events located at the Jesuit Center for Spiritual Growth, 501 North Church Rd, Wernersville. For info/registration, contact 610-670-3642. JesuitCenter.org.

savethedate SATURDAY, JUNE 6 SUNDAY, JUNE 7 Hempadelphia 2020 Cannabis Lifestyle Expo – Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 11am-5pm. A first-of-its-kind cannabis event in the Philadelphia area, featuring educational lectures, vendors of hemp and CBD tinctures, edibles, topicals, pet care, clothing, jewelry, bags, and more. $25 admission, discounts available. Greater Philadelphia Expo Center at Oaks, 100 Station Ave, Oaks, PA. 484-754-EXPO. Hempadelphia.live.

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recharged for the rest of your week! By donation. Kula Kamala Foundation & Yoga Ashram, 17 Basket Rd, Reading. 484-509-5073. KulaKamala Foundation.org.

All events were accurate at press time, but due to circumstances created by the current COVID-19 pandemic, we suggest confirming the details with the host before attending. In order to best meet the needs in our community, many hosts have adapted their classes and workshops to an online format.

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Contemplative Prayer: Teaching – 7-8:15pm. Free. Chapel, Saint James Episcopal, corner of Duke & Orange, Lancaster. SaintJamesLancaster.org.

Yin Yoga – 9-10:15am. Connect with the deepest parts of your being to find peace and healing. For all levels and abilities. By donation. Kula Kamala Foundation & Yoga Ashram 17 Basket Rd, Reading 484-509-5073. KulaKamalaFoundation.org. Contemplative Service – 5-6pm. A simplified liturgy with readings and music. Free. Saint James Episcopal, corner of Duke & Orange, Lancaster. SaintJamesLancaster.org.

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monday Hot 26 Yoga & Flow – 5:30-6:30pm. Call to reserve your spot. $12. The Restorative Center/Tula Yoga, 6 Hearthstone Court, Ste 304, Reading. 610-7811430. TheRestorativeCenter.com.

tuesday Contemplative Prayer: Meditation – 8-8:30am. Free. Chapel, Saint James Episcopal, corner of Duke & Orange, Lancaster. SaintJamesLancaster.org. Unfolding Love Personal Growth Group – 12:302:30pm. Explore in a gentle yet powerful way the hidden patterns that influence our relationships, health, work and attitudes. $25. Reservations required: 717-466-0788 or RealTrueKaren@gmail. com. Karen Carnabucci, LCSW, TEP. 313 W Liberty St, Suite 263, Lancaster. RealTrueKaren.com. Mindful Yoga – 5:45-6:45pm. Slow down your breath, your body, and your mind. $10. Yoga Studio at the Parish House at Saint James Episcopal, corner of Duke & Orange, Lancaster. SaintJames Lancaster.org.

Mindful Yoga – 9-10am. Slow down your breath, your body, and your mind. $10. Yoga Studio at the Parish House at Saint James Episcopal, corner of Duke & Orange, Lancaster. SaintJamesLancaster.org. Little Sprouts Herbal Enrichment Class – 1-2:30pm. Kids ages 4-8 learn about kid-friendly herbs and their uses. Held Wednesdays and one Saturday a month, mini-lessons are centered around a different featured plant and include take-home materials, tea tasting, and making a natural remedy. $25. Registration required. Embark Herbals, 377 Church Rd, Mohnton. 833-336-2275. EmbarkHerbals.com. Stress Relief Support Group – 1-2pm. A guided meditation session to help ease tension and stress. Free. Greater Reading Mental Health Alliance, 1234 Penn Ave, Wyomissing. 610-775-3000. Prenatal Yoga – 5:45pm. Connect with your body, your baby and other moms-to-be. Yoga postures (asana), breathing (pranayama), meditation and relaxation are ideal ways to experience your pregnancy and prepare for delivery. Elemental Yoga, Midway Arts Center, 139 E Chestnut St, Ste 303, Coatesville. 717-341-5005. ElementalYogaWellness.com. Ultimate Health Workshop– 7pm. Learn how chiropractic can support your optimal health. Topics vary by week. Call to reserve your spot. Free. Heath Wellness Center, 14 W Main St, Landisville. 717-530-5555. HeathChiropractic.com. Kirtan and Satsang – 7:30-9pm. Enjoy beautiful music, devotional chanting, and an open discussion about yoga and life. Celebrate the many names of the Divine, connect with our community, and feel

thursday Contemplative Prayer/Meditation – 8-8:30am. Free. Chapel, Saint James Episcopal Church, corner of Duke & Orange Sts, Lancaster. SaintJamesLancaster.org. Introspection Yin – 7:30-8:30pm. $12/class. Call to reserve your spot. The Restorative Center/Tula Yoga, 6 Hearthstone Court, Ste 304, Reading. 610781-1430. TheRestorativeCenter.com.

friday Contemplative Prayer: Meditation – 6:457:15am. Free. Chapel, Saint James Episcopal, corner of Duke & Orange, Lancaster. SaintJamesLancaster.org. Mindful Yoga – 9-10am. Slow down your breath, your body, and your mind. $10 Yoga Studio at the Parish House at Saint James Episcopal, corner of Duke & Orange, Lancaster. SaintJamesLancaster.org. Restorative Yoga with Live Music – 6-7:15pm. Let go with few basic postures and learn how to prop yourself to achieve optimal peace and relaxation. Crystal bowls, gong, acoustic guitar, and a variety of other instruments provide soothing music. By donation. Kula Kamala Foundation & Yoga Ashram, 17 Basket Rd, Reading. 484-509-5073. KulaKamalaFoundation.org. Free Yoga Fridays – 6:45pm. All levels Hatha Yoga Flow. Pay with a donation or nothing at all. Because everyone deserves wellness. Elemental Yoga, Midway Arts Center, 139 E Chestnut St, Ste 303, Coatesville. 717-341-5005. Elemental YogaWellness.com.

saturday Saturday Tea Tastings – 9:30am-4pm. Stop into Radiance and sample a monthly featured tea for free. Radiance, 13 W Grant St, Lancaster. 717-290-1517. DIF K9 Training Orientation Session – 11:15am12:15pm. Contact Pat at Training@difk9.com for more information and to register. Free. Godfrey’s Welcome to Dogdom, 4267 New Holland Rd, Mohnton. 610-777-5755. GodfreysDogdom.com.

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Beverly Fornoff Eden Natural Care Center 600F Eden Rd • Lancaster 717-381-7334 • LancasterAcupuncture.com Discover your body’s natural ability to heal with the supports of acupuncture and herbal medicine. Acupuncture is a way to relieve acute or chronic pain, stress, allergies, colds digestive problems, and insomnia and support your overall well-being. See ad, page 37.

THE RESTORATIVE CENTER

Mark Siegrist 6 Hearthstone Ct, Ste 304 • Reading 610-781-1430 TheRestorativeCenter.com We have the experience you are looking for! Let us help you use a holistic approach with acupuncture and herbal remedies so you can live your healthiest life. We treat your whole health history, not just your temporary situation.

BODYWORK DéPROV MASSAGE THERAPY DJ Campos-Bard, LMT, CMMP 439 N Duke St, 2nd Fl • Lancaster 717-669-1030 DeProvMassageTherapy.com

If you are seeking relief from chronic conditions, suffering with anxiety and stress, or choosing massage for self-care, DJ Campos-Bard offers a variety of natural healing therapies to empower you to live a healthy and vibrant, pain-free life.

INTEGRATIVE HEALING ARTS STUDIO

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Chronic Pain? Stress? Kayla offers therapeutic massage tailored to your individual needs. Sessions may include S o f t Ti s s u e R e l e a s e , Reflexology, Aromatherapy, Deep Tissue and Swedish massage techniques. Also offering Reiki and Chair Massage for businesses and events.

Hempfield Botanicals embraces that wellness is the foundation for living a full and vibrant life. We create THC-free and fullspectrum CBD products to help people find relief from pain and inflammation, sleep problems, anxiety, headaches, lack of energy, and more. Certified B Corporation®, vegan, certified crueltyfree, sustainable, and third-party tested. See ad, page 37.

85 Main St • Strausstown 610-750-3985 KRuppertLMT@gmail.com

CAFES/RESTAURANTS HIMALAYAN CURRY & GRILLE 22 E Orange St • Lancaster 717-393-2330 HimalayanLancaster.com

A family-owned and operated Nepalese and Indian eatery offering a full menu and lunch b u ff e t o f d e l i c i o u s authentic and expertly crafted cuisine. The menu includes a variety of gluten-free and vegetarian and vegan options. Reservations strongly encouraged.

THE FARMHOUSE KITCHEN 426 Penn Ave • West Reading 484-869-5193 TheFarmhouse-Kitchen.com

A scratch-made, farm-fresh, seasonally sourced and creatively executed menu featuring delicious non-GMO, as organic as they come, consciously-sourced and whole-foods dishes, fresh-pressed juice, ethically and locally sourced coffee and eclectic super-food smoothies.

CBD/HEMP PRODUCTS

336 N Charlotte St, Ste 100 • Lancaster 717-874-8480 HempfieldBotanicals.com

INSHANTI PURE ESSENTIAL OILS

Debra Stoltzfus, Clinical Aromatherapist 48 Slaymaker Hill Rd • Kinzer 717-587-3990 Inshanti.com Inshanti’s CBD is full-spectrum (from the whole plant). It contains high CBD, low THC (below the federal legal limit), and is certified organic. Legal in all 50 states. Non-addictive and non-intoxicating, and from a Kentucky farm that is pesticidefree, mold-free and federally regulated. See ads, pages 15 and 49.

LANCASTER COUNTY BRAND CBD Tinctures and Salves 717-226-0751 HanfExtracts.com

High-quality, hemp-derived CBD providing the benefits of FullSpectrum CBD with less than 0.3% THC. Sourced from Lancaster County farms and extracted locally. Lancaster County Brand offers salves and tinctures for people and pets. See ad, page 38.

Christina Rossi, Practitioner 546 Penn Ave, Fl 2 • West Reading 610-451-9577 IntegrativeHealingArtsStudio.org

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Melvin Stoltzfus, Independent Distributor Sisel International RoundTopHealthyLiving.Sisel.net

Providing an assortment of holistic healing services that include integrative massage therapy & bodywork, reiki & intuitive energy work, herbal medicine, aromatherapy, holistic nutrition, iridology, flower essences, Taoist arts, and spiritual guidance. Services, classes & healing boutique. NCBTMB-approved CE provider.

Creating healthy hemp products grown on our farm without pesticides or chemicals since 2017. We offer CBD oil, muscle rubs, hemp hearts, hemp tea, hemp honey, CBD oil and treats for pets, and more. Know your farmer! See ad, page 41.

Offering the highest quality health and wellness products to support your healthy lifestyle, including fullspectrum CBD oil, dietary supplements, energy drinks, health and beauty products, and trusted non-toxic household cleaning and personal care products. See ad, page 25.

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Dr. Andrew Ashton 313D Primrose Ln • Mountville 717-285-9955 • ATherapeuticEffect.com Providing an array of therapeutic treatments and services that promote relaxation and detoxification. Our doctor specializes in low-impact Torque Release Technique which provides immediate results for people of all ages. See ad, page 2.

BLUE SKIES CHIROPRACTIC

Dr. Leah Reiff Wellness on Walnut Integrative Health Center 219 W Walnut St • Lancaster 717-390-9998 • BlueSkiesChiroHealth.com Chiropractic is used for natural relief from conditions such as chronic pain, injuries, pregnancy complications, complications from aging & more. Dr. Reiff carefully considers every individual's comfort level and provides specific adjustments to support the body for benefits that will last.

HEATH CHIROPRACTIC & WELLNESS CENTER LLC Thomas Heath, DC 14 W Main St • Landisville 717-530-5555 HeathChiropracticAndWellness.com

For 33 years, Dr. Heath has been helping people recover their health and reduce stress in their lives through Functional Integrative Brain /Body Balance. He uses Professional Applied Kinesiology, Neuro Emotional Technique, Quantum Neurology, Nutritional counseling, traditional Chiropractic and other cutting-edge techniques. See ad, page 27.

HEINZ CHIROPRACTIC, LLC 1436A Penn Ave • Wyomissing 610-375-1411 HeinzChiropractic.com

Dr. Heinz graduated from Palmer College of Chiropractic and has 14 years experience treating patients with neck, lower back pain, headaches, sciatica, pinched nerves, shoulder pain, pregnancy related lower back pain, workers compensation, auto accidents and other symptoms. Call today!

JANGDHARI FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC Dr. Charles JangDhari Dr. Jessica Riehl 7 Center St • Intercourse 717-768-7148 JangDhariFamilyChiropractic.com JFChiropractic@gmail.com

JangDhari Family Chiropractic is committed to the health and wellness of our community. We provide quality chiropractic care and give back to many area charities helping ensure that the people of our community have opportunities to live well and live long.

LINK CHIROPRACTIC CLINIC Dr. Thomas B. Wachtmann, DC 3130 Pricetown Rd • Fleetwood 610-944-5000 DrWachtmann.com

High-quality, patient-focused Chiropractic Care, and Functional Diagnostic Medicine evaluation and treatment. We focus on correcting the underlying causes of many disorders, diseases and conditions. Call for a complimentary consultation and benefit check. See ad, page 5.

NATUROPATHIC & CHIROPRACTIC FAMILY HEALTH, LLC

Jane Drobin, ND, DC 1255 South Market St, Ste 210 • Elizabethtown 717- 381-5773 • NCFamHealth.com A natural, holistic and functional approach to health care. We treat the root causes of disease by establishing the foundation of optimal health. We educate our patients about lifestyle changes and incorporate natural treatment modalities for both internal and physical complaints. See ads, pages 27 and 52.

CLEANING SERVICES GREEN LEAF CLEANING Serving South Central PA 717-288-7978 GreenLeaf.Cleaning

Green Leaf Cleaning keeps your space healthy and clean by using the power of natural, nontoxic and eco-friendly products. We bring sparkle and shine to residential and commercial spaces for a special occasion or on a regular basis.

CLINICAL AROMATHERAPIST INSHANTI

Debra Stoltzfus 48 Slaymaker Hill Rd • Kinzers 717-587-3990 • Inshanti.com Trust a nationally certified aromatherapist specializing in clinical consultations. Deb can work directly with your physician to create a plan that supports mind and body health. In addition to retail and wholesale accounts of proprietary blends and pure essential oils sourced directly from the farmers, half- and full-day education courses with certification are offered. See ads, pages 15 and 48.

CONTINUING EDUCATION LANCASTER SCHOOL OF PSYCHODRAMA AND EXPERIENTIAL PSYCHOTHERAPIES 717-466-0788 RealTrueKaren@gmail.com RealTrueKaren.com

Karen Carnabucci, LCSW, TEP, teaches alternative therapies and experiential methods of psychodrama, sociometry, group process, Family and Systemic Constellations. CE credits for social workers, MFTs and licensed counselors, although all helpers and educators welcome. Act 48 and psychology credits pending. See ad, page 42.

COUNSELING Grey Muzzle Manor

57A Kutz Rd • Fleetwood 610-655-5271 GreyMuzzleManor.com Facebook.com/GreyMuzzleManor Marcy Tocker, MA, utilizes person-centered and strength-based therapeutic approaches. She specializes in animal-assisted therapy, EAGALA model equine therapy, play therapy and art therapy. Marcy believes that therapeutic change occurs when we provide empathy, unconditional positive regard, acceptance and being there to support while our clients discover the strength we know they’ve always carried.

Beauty is not who you are on the outside, it is the wisdom and time you gave away to save another struggling soul like you. ~Shannon L. Alder April 2020

DENTISTRY DAVID A. SCHWARTZ, DDS, PC 9 Bristol Ct • Wyomissing 610-670-6910 SchwartzFamilyDental.com

FUNCTIONAL NEUROLOGY LANCASTER BRAIN & SPINE 1361 Fruitville Pike • Lancaster 717-299-9600 LancasterBrainAndSpine.com

We provide general and cosmetic mercury-free dental care to the entire family with attention to “whole person health.” We have advanced training in the safe removal of mercury fillings, nonsurgical gum treatments, orthodontics, sleep apnea, solutions for TMJ, facial pain, and headaches. Visit our website to learn more. See ad, page 30.

SUSQUEHANNA DENTAL ARTS Owen Allison, DMD 100 S 18th St • Columbia 717-684-3943 • 717-285-7033 SusquehannaDentalArts.com

We are a full-service family dental practice providing 100% mercury-free restorations, quality non-surgical periodontal care, INVISALIGN, implant-retained dentures and partials. See ad, page 16.

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FUNCTIONAL HEALTH AGAPE INSTITUTE of FUNCTIONAL HEALTH & CHIROPRACTIC Stephen A. Conicello, DC, EMT-P 735 Fox Chase, Ste 100 • Coatesville 484-593-0882 • AgapeFHC.com

At Agape Institute, we pride ourselves in finding out why your body has decided to become sick. Utilizing Functional Medicine and Functional Neurology, we assess the body in multiple ways to find out what’s driving sickness and disease. See ad, back cover.

Our mission is to improve the lives of people suffering from complicated neurological and musculoskeletal conditions, by utilizing cutting-edge diagnostic testing and customized brainbased treatment plans. See ads, pages 7 and 27.

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RESTORE YOUR ENERGY Deb Gallagher, RN, CLP Lancaster 717-203-9666 RestoreYourEnergy.org

Experience Eden Energy Medicine, a practice created by Donna Eden, healer, author and teacher. This method assists with balancing our nine energy systems which can become blocked by stress, pain and illnesses. When the energy is balanced, sleep, joy, concentration and immunity improve, and our body’s natural ability to heal can begin.

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Jill C. H. Jablonski, RM, CCH SoulSparkHG@gmail.com SoulSparkHG.com

Let the healing begin! Community Herbalist Tiffany Davies offers custom herbal blends, bulk herbs, mushrooms, teas, tinctures, and natural remedies, along with classes for all ages, workshops and more. Visit our website or call for a free consultation. See ad, page 35.

Promote health, balance chakras, reduce stress, increase relaxation, supplement medical care with reiki and crystal healing! Receive guidance, clarification on life’s challenges through tarot and astrology. Jill practices with a unique blend of experience, compassion, empathy and objectivity to give comfort and healing.

HERBS FROM THE LABYRINTH Master Herbalist Sarah Preston Radiance, 13 W Grant St • Lancaster 717-290-1517 HerbsFromTheLabyrinth.com

Long-time Herbalist Sarah Preston crafts small-batch herbal body-care and wellness products, teas, tinctures, syrups, salves and creams using organically-grown and ethically-sourced wildcrafted herbs. Consultations and custom blends available. Products found at Radiance and Lemon Street Market, Lancaster. See ad, page 46.

HOLISTIC wellness ALTERNATIVE HEALING OF PA

2298 Willow Street Pike • Willow Street 717-847-3213 AlternativeHealingofPA.com Alternative healing center and retail store featuring massage, reiki, crystal therapy, health and wellness coaching. Stop in the store for all your alternative product needs including: essential oils, aromatherapy jewelry, soaps, lotions, Himalayan salt products, salves and crystals. See ad, page 31.

HOME IMPROVEMENT DC EAGER SERVICES

Darlene Eager, Clutter/Hoarding Recovery Specialist 6 E Kendig Rd • Willow Street 717-989-5763 DCEager.com Hoarding and excessive clutter can hide health threats such as mold, bacterial growth, insect and rodent infestation. With respect and sensitivity, DC Eager will professionally and discretely provide the clean-up needed to return the home to a healthy state. Free assessment. See ads, page 14, 31 and 51.

HYPNOSIS BRIDGE HYPNOSIS

Annelle Soponis, PhD, BCH, CI 6 Hearthstone Dr • Reading 610-509-7610 • BridgeHypnosis.com Create the life you want using the power of your subconscious mind. Release stress, anxiety, fears, habits, blockages—anything that is holding you back from being the person you want to be. Interactive transpersonal hypnosis. Dr. Soponis is NGH board certified and also certified to teach you to be a hypnotist.

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John Stewart, Hypnotherapist 313 W Liberty St, Suite 129 • Lancaster 717-340-3100 LancasterHypnotherapy.com Ready to improve your life? Weight, smoking, anxiety, confidence, sleep, habits, athletic performance. Hypnosis is a timeproven process that empowers you to make substantial changes, allowing you to tap into your inner natural resources and take control of your life.

Integrative Medicine NICK D'ORAZIO, MD

Strasburg Health Associates 181 Hartman Bridge Rd • Ronks 717-687-7541 • DrNickDorazio@gmail.com Physician board certified in integrative and holistic medicine employs a wide variety of treatment modalities including Ayurveda, IV treatments including chelation, homeopathic, herbal, and nutritional medicine, natural injections, physical rehabilitation, and bodywork. Dr. D’Orazio is a physician who lives what he teaches.

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LANDSCAPE DESIGN/ MAINTENANCE EARTHBOUND ARTISAN Serving South Central PA 717-507-6267 EarthboundArtisan.com

Offering conservation landscape design, hardscape and landscape construction, and consultation. Our approach is built on natural systems and processes and uses native plants, ecological benefactors, and organic amendments in design, construction and maintenance of native and naturalized landscape, dry laid stone, and storm water mitigation. See ad, page 24.

LYMPHATIC THERAPY Aqua Blue Wellness Center

Electro-Lymphatic Therapy 50 Keystone Ct • Leola 717-656-8615 • AquaBlueWellnessCenter.com Our lymphatic system plays an important role in supporting our immunity. Over the past 18 years of treating our clients, we’ve found that supporting the proper flow of lymphatic fluid through electrolymphatic therapy positively affects many conditions including: Lymphedema, edema, cancer, Lyme disease, heart disease, enlarged prostate, post-injury/surgical healing and more. See ads, pages 17 and 53.

MATTRESSES NATURAL/ORGANIC GARDNER’S MATTRESS & MORE 830 Plaza Blvd • Lancaster 717-299-6228 GardnersMattressAndMore.com

Gardner’s is a locally owned mattress store offering a wide selection of quality natural and organic mattresses ranging from the luxurious to economical. Educating our customers on getting a good night’s sleep and the benefits of sleeping naturally and organically is our mission. To schedule your private sleep consultation, go to SleepLancaster.com/ Natural. See ad, pages 28 and 29.

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MOLD REMEDIATION DC EAGER EMERGENCY SERVICES Darlene Eager, Certified Mold Remediation Specialist 6 E Kendig Rd • Willow Street 717-989-5763 • DCEager.com

Mold can be a hidden danger. Let DC Eager keep your family and friends safe. Our technicians are trustworthy, knowledgeable and certified in the safe removal of mold. DC Eager takes pride in their quality of work and customer service. “We Educate Before We Estimate.” Free mold assessments for your home or business. No chemicals! See ads, pages 14, 31 and 50.

NATUROPATH - traditional BEAUTIFUL HEALING JOURNEY

Rhonda Larson, Traditional Naturopath 226 N Arch St • Lancaster (INSPIRE Business Community) 717-341-3916 BeautifulHealingJourney.com Providing Naturopathic and Functional Medicine testing, Emotional Release Techniques, and Energy Medicine, Rhonda gets to the real root of your health issues by working with you as a whole… physically, emotionally and spiritually. Call now and start your journey of healing today.

HEALTH BY DESIGN CLINIC

Jeannie Peck, Traditional Naturopath 352 E Main St, Ste 100 • Leola 717-556-8103 HBDClinic.com We provide nutrition and detoxification services for adults and children using an integrative functional medicine approach, offer therapeutic massage therapy for your relaxation or chronic pain needs, and permanent fat and weight loss services. See ads, pages 26 and 54.

NATUROPATHic doctor DAYSTAR NATURAL, LLC

Rachel Borelli, ND, LMT, CNHP Kathy Stricker, ND, CNC 840 North Park Rd • Wyomissing 610-370-4343 DaystarNatural.com At Daystar Natural, we discover exactly what your body needs to get healthy and stay healthy, using an all-natural approach to help you attain your health goals. Begin today - take control of your health and so that you can enjoy life to its fullest potential. See ad, page 43.

HEALTH FOR LIFE

Ann Lee, ND, L.Ac 112 Cornell Ave • Lancaster 717-669-1050 DoctorNaturalMedicine.com Learn how your symptoms are connected, get answers, and achieve improved health and wellbeing as we facilitate your body's ability to heal itself through acupuncture and naturopathic medicine. Special focus on hormone balancing and fertility (now offering DUTCH hormone testing).

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TREE OF LIFE HEALTH CAMBIUM WELLNESS CENTER Robert Miller, ND 15 Pleasure Rd • Ephrata 717-733-2003 • TOLHealth.com

Our leading naturopathic practice offers the most comprehensive array of holistic health services, tailored for your individual needs: genetic nutritional consultations; naturopathic consultations; nutrition, dietary and weight management programs; structural therapy with craniosacral therapy; reflexology; detoxification therapies; stress management; prenatal/pediatric wellness; and air/water purification. See ad, page 17.

NUTRITION FUSION INTEGRATIVE HEALTH & WELLNESS Dana M. Elia, MS, RDN, LDN, FAND 270 Granite Run Dr • Lancaster 717-917-5259 FusionIHW.com

At Fusion Integrative Health & Wellness our main focus is on YOU - the whole person. Our practice involves using an integrative, functional, and personalized approach to nutrition, health, and healing. Most major insurance plans are accepted. Flexible options are available to meet with our staff. See ad, page 32.

GIANT FOOD STORES KILENE KNITTER, RD, LDN

717-299-0391 Kilene.Knitter@GiantMartins.com GiantFoodStores.com/Wellness Kilene Knitter, nutritionist for Giant, will help you develop an individualized approach to nutrition with creative ways to enjoy the foods you love and build healthy habits that fit into your lifestyle. Visit our website for a listing of Kilene’s and all of our nutritionists’ scheduled classes and store tours.

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SHEEHAN NATURAL HEALTH IMPROVEMENT CENTER Dr. Keith Sheehan Laura Sheehan 1301 E King St • Lancaster 717-392-6606 SheehanNaturalHealth.com

Sheehan Natural Health Improvement Center provides holistic health care through nutritional counseling and whole food supplements. Our cuttingedge treatments have been found to help a broad range of symptoms and illnesses including fibromyalgia, depression, migraines, and weight loss. From infants to seniors. See ad, page 23.

PET CARE TILL WE MEET AGAIN In-Home Pet Euthanasia 717-897-0536 TillWeMeetAgain.com

For some, euthanasia of their pet at the veterinary hospital is simply not an option. Dr. Mark Huber and his wife Stacey provide home euthanasia for dogs and cats in the most comfortable environment possible—your home—with the intention of bringing peace and comfort to ease the pain of losing a beloved pet. See ad, page 43.

PET NUTRITION HOUNDS N HERBS, LLC

Dianne Wagman, President 101 E Broad St • Dallastown Info@HoundsNHerbs.com 717-804-9111• HoundsNHerbs.com Your local source for raw and all organic natural pet foods, with a full line of organic pet supplies including pet CBD, nutritional supplements, cookies and treats, grooming supplies & apparel, bioDOGradable waste bags, de-shedding tools and gifts. Now Open. See website for hours.

reiki HELENE WILLIAMS REIKI

Helene Williams, BSN, RN 313 W Liberty St, Ste 203 • Lancaster 717-269-6084 HeleneWilliamsReiki.com Reiki is a very gentle holistic practice, which assists in promoting balance in body, mind and spirit. After a Reiki session, many people express a deep sense of relaxation, calming and peace. Frequently anxiety, stress and worry are relieved. Sessions and classes are available. See ad, page 22.

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Farm and Home Center 1383 Arcadia Rd • Lancaster 717-824-9209 LancasterCommunityReikiClinic.org Offering 30-minute sessions to those who would like to experience the many benefits of reiki. Clinic held the third Thursday of each month, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Appointments must be scheduled in advance. By donation. Practitioners needed. Please call for more information.

RETREATS/RETREAT CENTERS JESUIT CENTER for SPIRITUAL GROWTH 501 N Church Rd • Wernersville 610-670-3642 JesuitCenter.org

The Jesuit Center for Spiritual Growth, situated on 240 acres in Wernersville, PA, is a place of natural beauty, welcoming quiet, and spiritual sustenance. We offer a variety of retreats and programs based on the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius for Roman Catholics, Christians of every denomination, and seekers. See ads, pages 8 and 53.

SOUND HEALING RESONATE YOU

Jennifer Lobo, Voice Teacher, Vibrational Sound Therapy Practitioner 780 Eden Rd • Lancaster 717-435-9957 ResonateYou.com In a safe and beautiful space, Jennifer Lobo creates a deep sense of peace and relaxation with Himalayan singing bowls during Vibrational Sound Therapy sessions. A voice teacher, Jennifer also offers private singing voice lessons for all ages.

RESONANCE WITH NATURE

Cheryl Corson, Sound Massage Practitioner; Health & Wellness Coach 313 W Liberty St, Ste 254 • Lancaster Cheryl@CherylCorson.com 202-494-5054 Cheryl Corson introduces sound massage in the Peter Hess Method. This gentle modality fosters deep relaxation that helps clear a path for healing the body and mind. Call or email for a free 15-minute mini-session or to schedule a full hour sound massage, done fully clothed on a massage table in a beautiful new healing space. See ad, page 21.

SOUNDWISE HEALTH

Lana Ryder, LMT, AADP, HTA 313 W Liberty St, Suite 267 • Lancaster SoundwiseHealth.com ReikiSound.net 610-301-4356 Lana Ryder has been sharing the healing power of sound, voice and music for 40 years. Soundwise Health-certified practitioners located in Lancaster, Harrisburg and York offer basic sound therapy education, group sound events, private sound therapy sessions, sound circles, sonic massage, ReikiSound™ and ReikiVoice™.

SPECIALTY FOODS EAT WILD FARMS

2250 Mount Gretna Rd • Elizabethtown 717-368-5308 EatWildFarms.com Farming the way nature intended —on pasture, with no antibiotics or growth hormones. We raise grass-fed, grass-finished beef and lamb, and heritage chicken on pasture in Lancaster County. Order by phone or online: by the cut, or pre-order ¼, ½ or whole beef. See ad, page 43.

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Wild Alaskan Salmon Shares 717-842-0180 EatWildSalmon.com/NALB A spring online purchase of a share funds professional processing and frozen freight. The annual sockeye salmon run occurs in summer, and the hand-picked bounty from the salmon harvest is transferred quickly to chill en route to professional processors. Immediate and sustained deep freezing makes each filet sushi-grade and ready for September pick-up. See ad, page 42.

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SPIRITUAL DIRECTION JESUIT CENTER for SPIRITUAL GROWTH 501 N Church Rd • Wernersville 610-670-3642 JesuitCenter.org

SPIRITUALITY JESUIT CENTER for SPIRITUAL GROWTH 501 N Church Rd • Wernersville 610-670-3642 JesuitCenter.org

PARISH RESOURCE CENTER

2160 Lincoln Hwy East, #18 • Lancaster 717-299-1113 ParishResourceCenter.org Our aim is to increase the capacity of the staff, volunteers and members of congregations, non-profits and small businesses so that they can more effectively deliver their organizational goals and mission. Services are provided by highly qualified professionals at a fraction of normal professional fees. Additionally, we offer retreats and workshops on spirituality, internet safety, the opioid crisis, mindful listening, relationships, civility and more.

URBAN WELL—A SOURCE FOR CONTEMPLATIVE SPIRITUALITY Saint James Episcopal Church, 119 N Duke St • Lancaster 717-397-4858 • UrbanWell.org.

The Urban Well, launched in 2020, focuses on teaching contemplative spirituality in collaboration with others. We are rooted in a pioneering Christian community and are exploring how to be open with integrity to interfaith wisdom and practices. See ads, pages 9 and 54.

THERAPEUTIC WRITING WRITE FROM THE HEART

Creative Writing Workshops Melissa Greene • Lancaster 717-393-4713 • WriteFromTheHeart.us Our uplifting, be-who-you-are workshops awaken the creative spirit, gently, without intimidation. Taught in an atmosphere of warmth, whimsy and trust, they are a safe haven for all ages. Especially those who long to overcome perfectionism and selfdoubt. No grades or red pen. Sharing optional. Mischief a must. See ad, page 22.

Thermal Imaging ADVANCED THERMAL IMAGING Pamela Howard, DC, CCT 550 Coventry Dr • Mechanicsburg 259 N 6th St, Ste 2 • Columbia 866-522-3484 AThermalImage.com

Thermal Imaging is a safe, noninvasive way to visualize potential health concerns with early warning signs for a proactive approach to health, including breast health. Providing service since 2005, Dr Howard offers a complete package to include a report review, educational materials and referral sources.

Aqua Blue Wellness Center

Lori Martin 50 Keystone Ct • Leola 717-656-8615 • AquaBlueWellnessCenter.com A family wellness center offering thermal imaging for breast and body, detox therapies, therapeutic and oncology massage, lymphatic drainage, a full-spectrum infrared sauna, nutritional education and more. Thermal imaging is a safe, non-invasive procedure for early detection of sources of pain, injury and disease. See ads, pages 17 and 51.

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KULA KAMALA FOUNDATION & YOGA ASHRAM 17 Basket Rd • Reading 484-509-5073 KulaKamalaFoundation.org

We are a nonprofit specializing in spiritual and personal empowerment retreats, yoga, meditation, and sacred chanting, Ayurveda, spiritual and lifestyle counseling, and yoga teacher training. No matter who you are, we have something special to offer you. OM. Peace.

Yoga, a practice of physical postures, and mindfulness, the practice of paying attention in the present moment, together achieve a higher level of connection between the mind, body, and spirit. Mindful Yoga is suitable for all body types and abilities. Louise Konrath, instructor. See ads, pages 9 and 53.

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