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eflecting on our August issue’s highlights of kids and pets, I don’t have far to look to find inspired children leading the way with their compassion and awareness of others. A 7-year-old friend is manifesting his dream of a yearly childcreated art auction with proceeds to benefit local refugees and homeless persons. Teens are stepping up in their schools to lead inclusive groups, while others advocate for the health of our planet, volunKendra and Jacqueline teer at animal rescues and clean up riverbanks and roadsides. These are just a few examples of how children and adolescents in our community inspire with their empathy for others and a vision for a connected world. Today kids face a much different childhood than what many of us experienced. Technology advancing at breakneck speeds is bringing new challenges. Meredith Montgomery confronts this in “21st Century Parenting: Preparing Kids for the Future.” She provides insights into raising kind, resilient and resourceful kids in a rapidly changing and sometimes stressful world. Studies show that interactions with animals can help alleviate stress. Therapy animals of all stripes help humans to relax and let go of anxiety, whether it be during a counseling session, at a school or hospital, at a hospice or library, in a courtroom, or when there’s been a traumatic event. Denise Daniels, a child development expert, stated in the Washington Post a few years ago that having a dog as a family pet increases emotional intelligence (EQ) in children, a better predictor of success in school than intelligence. Dogs provide lessons in unconditional love and acceptance without judgement. To meet their needs, children are required to pay attention to non-verbal cues, building empathy skills that extend to relations with peers and other living creatures. Aysha Akhtar, author of Our Symphony With Animals: On Health, Empathy and Our Shared Destinies, weighs in on the biology of the human/animal bond, affirming that “animals have a purity that helps us be our true selves without worrying about being judged.” Because of the very fact that they are animals, they “diffuse the human-generated pressure in our lives” so important with the rising levels of stress and anxiety faced by all of us, children included. As we move through summer and into the fall, may we inspire and be inspired by the children around us, together expressing kindness and compassion towards all living things. Let’s leave our phones indoors, take off our shoes and rest in a shady spot as we dream of ways to create a more loving, more beautiful and healthier world.
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Evey Martinez, stylist at The Green Room Salon, in Lancaster, has earned her DevaCurl certification. A Deva stylist is a licensed cosmetologist who has earned certification in the Evey Martinez Deva method of cutting and styling curly and naturally textured hair. It is an additional training and certification beyond beauty school. A Deva cut benefits anyone who has wavy or curly hair and wears it in its natural texture, from long waves to Afro styles. A Deva stylist cuts the clients hair dry and then performs a washing tutorial that educates them on how to achieve and maintain hydrated and defined curls. “We are so proud of Evey and happy to have another Deva stylist at the salon,” enthuses owner Kristen Lobb. “New clients can also congratulate Evey by scheduling a Deva Transformation Service with her for $20 off through August 31.” Location: 8 E. Walnut St., Lancaster. For more information, call 717-844-1051 or visit TheGreenRoomLancaster.com. See ad, page 15.
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Eggs should only be a now and then thing, the latest research from Northwestern Medicine, in Chicago, indicates. The new study, published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, looked at pooled data on 29,615 U.S. racially and ethnically diverse adults with an average of more than 17 years of follow up. It found that for every 300 milligrams (mg) of dietary cholesterol eaten per day, risk of death from heart disease increases by 17 percent and mortality from any cause increases by 18 percent. One large egg has a whopping 186 mg of cholesterol in the yolk, and eating three to four eggs a week increases heart disease mortality by 6 percent and allcause mortality by 8 percent. Frank Hu, M.D., at the Harvard School of Public Health, comments that low to moderate intake of eggs can be included as part of a healthy eating pattern, but they are not essential. Dietary cholesterol also comes from red meat, processed meat and high-fat dairy products such as butter and whipped cream.
Montmorency tart cherries, first discovered by Roman legionnaires along the Black Sea, have been shown to have potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, according to scientists. Now a study from the UK’s University of Hertfordshire published in the Journal of Functional Foods has found that the cherries can mitigate factors that lead to metabolic syndrome, a condition that increases the risk of stroke, heart disease and Type 2 diabetes. Just two hours after being given cherries in the form of juice or capsules, subjects showed significantly decreased systolic blood pressure, and insulin levels were significantly lower after one and three hours compared to those given a placebo.
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At least one-third of early deaths could be prevented if people moved to a largely plant-based diet, prominent scientists from Harvard University Medical School have calculated. An international initiative, “Food in the Anthropocene,” published in the medical journal The Lancet, linked plant-based diets not only to improved health worldwide, but also to global sustainability. The report advocates a diet high in vegetables, fruits, whole grains, legumes and nuts, and low in red meat, sugar and refined grains. “Unhealthy diets pose a greater risk to morbidity and mortality than does unsafe sex, and alcohol, drug and tobacco use combined,” it concludes.
For the one-third of Americans struggling with obesity, new research on probiotics from the Shandong Academy of Medical Sciences, in China, offers a promising approach. In a meta-review of 12 randomized, placebocontrolled studies that tested 821 obese and overweight people, probiotic supplementation was found to significantly reduce body weight, weight circumference and fat mass, and to improve cholesterol and glucose metabolism measures. Probiotics were administered in forms that included sachet, capsule, powder, kefir yogurt and fermented milk, in durations that ranged from eight to 24 weeks.
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Climate change has inspired farmers to turn to regenerative agriculture, which pulls carbon dioxide out of the atmosphere and stores it in their soil. Regenerative agriculture incorporates the practices of planting trees, cover cropping, no-till farming and rotational grazing. As the groundswell of support grows, 250 soil health bills have been introduced in state and federal legislatures in the last two years. At a U.S. Senate Agriculture Committee climate change hearing, Nebraska soybean farmer Matthew Rezac said that keeping soil healthy, not just reducing greenhouse gas emissions, was a key part of what farmers could do to cool a warming planet. According to the Union of Concerned Scientists, the bills have different justifications, but they all focus on soil health. As disastrous floods and drought sweep away farmland, the idea that regenerative agriculture could make for more productive farming is gaining traction.
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Critical habitat is threatened for 12 coral species in Florida, the Caribbean and the Pacific Ocean, while all corals worldwide are experiencing dramatic declines due to the impacts of climate change, pollution and overfishing. The Center for Biological Diversity, a Tucson-based nonprofit focused on species protection, intends to file a lawsuit against the federal government for failing to protect coral habitat as required under the Endangered Species Act. Benefits of securing a critical habitat designation from the National Marine Fisheries Service include improved water quality throughout the coastal zone, limits on overfishing, protection of spawning grounds, reduced impact from development and dredging, and reduced human pressures on thousands of species that inhabit the reefs. Nearly 30 percent of all corals have already been lost to warming ocean temperatures and ocean acidification due to greenhouse gas pollution; scientists predict that the rest could be gone by the end of the century without help.
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Artificial Light Tied to Inflammation
Fluorescent lighting is one of the most common sources of artificial light, but new research from Texas State University suggests there may be unexpected consequences at the genetic level. Team member Ronald B. Walter says, “Over the past 60 years, we have increasingly relied on artificial light sources that emit much narrower wavelength spectrums than does the sun. Yet, little research has been conducted to determine gene expression consequences, if any, from use of common artificial light sources.” Their findings, published in the online journal Genes, show increased inflammation in tissue and organs and increased immune response in the subject animals, regardless of whether the species is primarily active in the day or night.
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On Earth Day, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo signed into law a statewide ban on single-use plastic bags in retail stores that goes into effect next March. It’s estimated that New York uses 23 billion plastic bags every year, with 50 percent ending up in landfills and around cities and waterways. New York is the third state in which plastic bags are illegal, after California and Hawaii.
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August is prime time for camping out in the woods or at a music festival. Communing with nature or enjoying the beat outdoors for extended periods can stress the environment—but with proper planning, it doesn’t have to. The Association of Independent Festivals has launched its Take Your Tent Home campaign in the UK, according to Treehugger.com. The group is urging concertgoers to not discard their tents at venues and retailers to stop marketing camping gear as intended for single-use; festival organizers also have been asked to eliminate single-use cups, bottles and straws. In America, MindBodyGreen.com reports that carbon credits are being offered to help offset trips to and from Lollapalooza, in Chicago, from August 1 to 4. Pickathon, taking place on the same days outside Portland, Oregon, will have a free bike parking lot, as well as a dedicated shuttle for cars, plus no single-use serving ware. ChasingGreen.org advises campers to look for tents and related products made with recycled material and natural fibers like hemp, cotton, coconut husks and bamboo. Marmot, Lafuma, Sierra Designs and The North 16
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Face all use recycled materials in making their tents, including coconut shells, polyester, water bottles, garment fabrics and factory yarn waste. The website also suggests carpooling with family and friends, choosing a site that’s closer to home and packing light to reduce weight in the car, thus improving mileage. Also, if we bring trash into a campsite where there are no receptacles, leave with it. Don’t burn it in the fire, as that contributes to air pollution; instead, pack it up and dispose of it properly at home. Set up a method for collecting rainwater to use to wash dishes. EcoWatch.com recommends bringing unbreakable, washable plates, cups, utensils and napkins, a small basin or bucket, sponge and biodegradable soap, and a bag to store items that are too dirty to reuse. Stock up on batteries to power lights and lanterns or use solar power with a LuminAID light lamp. Follow the “leave no trace” motto: no litter, smoldering fire pits, ripped-up grass, crushed bushes or repositioned boulders. Stay on marked trails, never pick plants, flowers or berries, and never harm or disturb wildlife.
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his year marks the 35th anniversary of Hospice & Community Care’s Labor Day Auction, a fundraiser that helps provide hospice, palliative, supportive and bereavement services to patients and families, regardless of their ability to pay. The fun, family-friendly event begins with breakfast at 7:30 a.m. and runs to 5 p.m., August 30 and September 2, at Solanco Fairgrounds, in Quarryville. Auction items include vacations and getaways, jewelry, art, sports memorabilia, plants, indoor furniture, sheds and outdoor furniture, quilts and collectibles; new this year is a tool auction. Highlights include two, vintage, Ty Cobb baseball collectible cards from 1910 and 1911, provided by a volunteer that has served the Hospice community for 30 years; artwork from local art-
ists; a Royal Caribbean cruise; and an Amish Buggy. Worthy of consideration, Day of Care auctions offer the opportunity to gift $187, the average cost of one day of care for someone in need of hospice services. Raffle tickets to win a 2019 Ford Mustang Coupe are currently on sale and can be purchased online, at John Herr’s Village Market, Musser’s Markets Lebanon, Oregon Dairy and Yoder’s Country Market or at the auction. Participants do not have to be present to win. According to Hospice & Community Care’s Donor Relations Manager Coco Minardi, a great deal of support is provided by
members of the Amish community, who make, donate and sell scratchmade baked goods and savory foods. A Labor Day Auction Club pass can be purchased for a $100 tax-deductible donation, providing unlimited food on both event days. “This is a fundraising event for a community organization that has great reach and provides care for more than 50 percent of the individuals in Lancaster county that are experiencing a life-limiting illness,” shares Minardi. “We welcome everyone to join us for this very worthy cause.” Admission and parking are free. Location: 101 Park Ave., Quarryville. Donations accepted until August 23. For questions about donations, volunteering or to purchase a Day of Care to support hospice patients and families without being present at the auction, call Devon Fiore at 717-3912434 or email DFiore@ HospiceCommunity.org. For more information, visit LaborDayAuction.org. See ads, pages 3 and 42.
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he Empowered Light Holistic Expo, a weekend of activities, products, services, lectures and classes promoting healthier lifestyles and spiritual development, will be held at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center, in Oaks, from September 6 to 8. Visitors can try mini-sessions in meditation, sound healing and reiki; receive an intuitive or psychic reading; browse vendor booths; talk with a life coach or published author; choose from more than 50 workshops and presentations by experts in health or spiritual development; and register for hourly raffles. Featured speakers include Jason Quitt, author, healer and international speaker on Ancient Mysteries; Laura Eisenhower, international speaker specializing in Exopolitics and Metaphysics; John Desouza, former FBI special agent and collector of the real-life “X-Files,” and Brad Johnson, the personal channel of the multidimensional consciousness known as Adronis. Quitt will present Multidimensional Journeys, Altered States & the Unseen Worlds and Rebuilding the Energetic Matrix. Eisenhower will present Into the Unified Field and Timelines and Ascension. Desouza will present Para Investigators & the Globalist Terror and Becoming Para-Investigators, Hacking the Matrix Workshop Course 1. Johnson will present Channeling Adronis: The Golden Age and The Spirit Ambassador Workshop. Seven presentations will be available via live-stream. Before founding the Expo, Sue Greenwald operated a wellness center offering yoga, dance, healing energy treatments, massage and spiritual and self-development classes. “The Empowered Light Holistic Expo started as a persistent idea,” she says. “I decided to pursue it, starting with the contacts I had from my wellness center. I rented the Expo Center and learned everything just doing it—alone. The expo is designed so that people can learn, be inspired, try different types of classes, make new friends and have fun doing so.” Location: 100 Station Ave., Oaks. Hours: September 6, 4 p.m.- 9 p.m.; September 7, 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; September 8, 10 a.m.-5p.m. For more info, visit EmpoweredLight.com. See ad, page 7.
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omefields, in Millersville, is hosting their seventh annual Picnic in the Fields, from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., September 22. The family-friendly, dropin or stay-all-day event treats guests to dining outdoors with an all-you-can-eat and drink buffet, live music with Bobbi Carmitchell and Friends, a Kid’s Tent for ages 3 through 12, a silent auction and more. The menu features local food with some vegetables, herbs and fruit harvested directly from Homefields. Beverages include non-alcoholic drinks, local beer, wine and a crafted Farmer’s Cocktail. The Kid’s Tent will house games, free play and more. Lawn games include corn hole and Giant Jenga, amongst others. Silent auction items range from original artwork to favorites like Cherry Crest Adventure farm experiences as well as edible gifts from fellow farmers. “Get your local on,” enthuses Allison Hawthorne, vice president and chair of development. “This ‘friend and fund’- raiser helps Homefields Care Farm, Lancaster county’s longest, continually-operating CSA [community supported agriculture] and first, and only, care farm in Lancaster county. Save farmland and create job and volunteer opportunities for adults who live with longterm disabilities, including autism and intellectual developmental disabilities, veterans who face daily challenges with post-traumatic stress disorder, those in recovery and other members of the community who need support to re-enter the workforce or are in need of the therapeutic value of being in nature.” Admission: Adults $25, in advance; $30, at the door; youth, ages 1317, $10. Children 12 & under, free; all-inclusive ticket price includes parking, all-you-can-eat & drink, shuttle service, music and all activities. Tables for 6, 8 or 10 can be reserved in advance. Location: 150 Letort Rd., Millersville. To purchase tickets, visit Homefields. org. For more information, call 717-872-2012 or email Events@ Homefields.org. See ad, page 33. August 2019
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PARENTING Preparing Kids for the Future by Meredith Montgomery
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oday’s children have more opportunities to change the world than ever before. Teenagers are organizing global activism movements, LEGO lovers are mastering robotics and young entrepreneurs are launching successful businesses before they’re old enough to drive. But for Mom and Dad, this fastpaced, technology-driven childhood looks drastically different from their own. To help kids thrive, parents must learn to mindfully embrace today’s modern advances without losing sight of timeless virtues and skills such as kindness, creativity and critical thinking.
Finding Balance After-school hours used to be filled with outdoor free play in which kids independently developed their natural capabilities as self-learners and creative problemsolvers. The Children & Nature Network has reported that just 6 percent of children ages 9 to 13 play outside on their own. Instead, stress and anxiety are on the rise in our competitive culture as many kids attempt to balance heavy homework loads with an overflowing schedule of extracurricular activities. With the ability to connect to the world at our fingertips, Thomas Murray, director of innovation for Future Ready Schools, in Washington, D.C., notes that devices can also disconnect us from those right next to us. “It’s a massive struggle to find balance and mindfulness, but it’s vitally important. How often do we see an AP [advanced placement] kid that is falling apart emotionally? As parents, we need to recognize that kids have a lot on their plate—more than ever before.” 20
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Salt Lake City-based Courtney Carver, author of Soulful Simplicity: How Living with Less Can Lead to So Much More, worries that parents are creating résumés for a life their children probably don’t want. On her BeMoreWithLess.com website, she focuses on living with less clutter, busyness and stress to simplify life and discover what really matters. “It’s challenging to maintain close connections when we’re overwhelmed with what’s in our inbox, or on Instagram or what the kids are looking at online,” she says. On her own journey to practical minimalism, she gained a greater sense of presence with her daughter. “When you can pay attention to a conversation and not feel distracted and antsy, especially with young kids, that is everything,” says Carver.
Managing Technology The ubiquity of digital devices is a defining difference between today’s youth and that of their elders, making it difficult for parents to relate and know how to set boundaries. As senior parenting editor at nonprofit Common Sense Media,
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Caroline Knorr helps parents make sense of what’s going on in their kids’ media lives. “We can think of media as a ‘super peer’: When children are consuming it, they’re looking for cues on how to behave and what’s cool and what’s normal.” Parents need to be the intermediary so they can counterbalance the external messages with their own family’s values. Today’s devices are persuasive and addictive. “As parents, we need to set boundaries, model good digital habits and
help kids to self-regulate more—which is our ultimate goal,” Knorr says. To raise good digital citizens, Richard Culatta, CEO of International Society for Technology in Education, in Arlington, Virginia, believes conversations about device use shouldn’t end with screen time limits and online safety. “Ask kids if their technology use is helping them be more engaged and find more meaning in the world or is it pulling them out of the world that they’re in,” he says. “Talk about how to use technology to improve the community around you, recognize true and false info, be involved in democratic processes and making your voice heard about issues you care about.” Parents are often uncomfortable with their kids socializing digitally, but Culatta encourages the introduction of interactive media sooner rather than later, so they understand how to engage with the world online before they are old enough to have social media accounts. Geocaching, which uses GPS-enabled devices to treasure hunt, and citizen science apps provide family-friendly opportunities to engage in both outdoor activities and online communities. “The majority of our kids will need these digital communication skills to be able to work with anyone at any time,” says Murray. He’s witnessed the impact of connecting classrooms around the world, observing, “When students learn to navigate time zones and language barriers to communicate and collaborate, they see that they can solve the world’s problems together.”
Raising Innovators “The world doesn’t care how much our children know; what the world cares about is what they do with what they know,” says Tony Wagner, senior research fellow at the Learning Policy Institute, an education research and policy nonprofit in Palo Alto, California. In his latest book, Most Likely to Succeed: Preparing Our Kids for The Innovation Era, he emphasizes the importance of creative problem-solving and the joy of discovery, especially as more jobs become automated. “We’re born with a temperament of creative problem solvers. But then something happens. The longer
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kids are in school, the fewer questions they ask, the more they worry about getting the right answer and fewer and fewer think of themselves as creative in any way,” he says. “Instead of listening and regurgitating, kids need to learn how to find and be a critical consumer of information,” says Murray. Fewer employers are asking for college transcripts—including Google—as they discover the disconnect between what students are taught and what innovative skills they actually need. While most schools are slow to adapt to the modern needs of the future workforce, parents can proactively foster the entrepreneurial spirit and discour-
age a fear of failure at home by offering safe opportunities for risk-taking and independence. After speaking extensively with compelling young innovators around the world, Wagner discovered that their parents explicitly encouraged three things: play, passion and purpose. Their children were provided with many opportunities to explore new interests, as well as to learn from their mistakes. “The parents intuitively understood that more important than IQ is grit, perseverance and tenacity. You don’t develop that when Mom is yelling at you to practice; you develop it because you have a real interest.” To create a culture of innovation,
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Common Sense Media (CommonSenseMedia.org) provides education and advocacy to families to promote safe technology and media for children. They provide independent, age-based, media reviews for TV shows and movies. Each detailed review includes pertinent information for parents, plus talking points to foster critical thinking skills. Let Grow (LetGrow.org) seeks to restore childhood resilience by pushing back on
overprotection, and shows concern that even with the best intentions, society has taught a generation to overestimate danger and underestimate their own ability to cope. Its programs work with schools and parents to give kids more of the independence to do the things their parents did on their own as children—bike to a friend’s house, make themselves a meal or simply play unsupervised in the front yard.
The Choose Love Movement (JesseLewisChooseLove.org) offers a free social and emotional learning program for educators and parents. Students learn how to choose love in any circumstance, which helps them become more connected, resilient and empowered individuals.
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Murray encourages teachers and parents to get to know the interests, passions and strengths of today’s children “and prove to them every day that they matter.” When that interest blossoms into a passion, it can lead to a deeper sense of purpose and a desire to make a difference. According to Wagner, this happens when parents and teachers instill one simple, but profound moral lesson, “We are not here on this Earth primarily and only to serve ourselves; we have some deep, profound obligation to give back and to serve others.”
Teaching Kindness In a culture that is obsessed with selfies and threatened by cyberbullies, it’s a tough task for parents to teach compassion and kindness. “We need to create an intentional family culture where virtues like kindness and respect are talked about, modeled, upheld, celebrated and practiced in everyday life. What we do over and over gradually shapes our character, until it becomes second nature—part of who we are,” says Thomas Lickona, Ph.D., a developmental psychologist and education professor emeritus at the State University of New York College at Cortland, and author of How to Raise Kind Kids: And Get Respect, Gratitude, and a Happier Family in the Bargain. Sesame Workshop’s 2016 Kindness Study found that 70 percent of parents worry that the world is an unkind place for their kids, but Scarlett Lewis believes it’s
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We need to create an intentional family culture where virtues like kindness and respect are talked about, modeled, upheld, celebrated and practiced in everyday life. ~Thomas Lickona all in our mind, saying, “When you choose love, you transform how you see the world from a scary and anxiety-producing place to a loving and welcoming one.” After losing her 6-year-old son Jesse in the horrific Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting, she attributed the tragedy to an angry thought in the mind of the shooter. Her compassion fueled the founding of the Jesse Lewis Choose Love Movement to educate and encourage individuals to choose loving thoughts over angry ones. “Although we can’t always choose what happens to us, we can always choose how to respond,” she says. The evidencebased Choose Love Enrichment Program teaches children to live a life with courage and gratitude, practice forgiveness and be compassionate individuals. While we don’t want to overwhelm kids with all the evils in the world, Lickona notes that it is valuable to make them aware of human suffering and how we can help. “Cultivate the belief that we’re all members of a single human family. Teach [them] that one of the most important ways to show gratitude for the blessings in our life is to give back.” Meredith Montgomery publishes Natural Awakenings of Gulf Coast Alabama/ Mississippi (HealthyLivingHealthyPlanet.com).
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HEALING HARMONIES Music As Medicine F
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rom ancient Mongolian shamans that used drumming for physical and emotional healing to modern, board-certified music therapists that work with special needs kids, science now confirms what we’ve always known: Music makes us feel better. Decades after Don Campbell’s groundbreaking work about the cognitive effects of listening to the music of Mozart, growing research reveals music’s ability to reduce chronic and acute pain, restore brain connections after a stroke, boost immunity and promote brain development in children. Recent studies of the benefits of music published in BJPsych International show decreased depression in patients with neuropsychiatric disorders and improvement in people with certain types of epilepsy.
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including dopamine. A pilot study on cancer patients published in the Indian Journal of Palliative Care in 2016 shows a significant reduction of pain when individuals are exposed to music for 20-minute intervals. Music also minimizes chronic pain associated with syndromes like fibromyalgia. Collective studies published in Frontiers of Psychology in 2014 suggest that relaxing, preferred choices of music not only reduce fibromyalgia-related pain, but also significantly improve mobility.
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Board-certified music therapists like Sheila Wall use live and recorded music to catalyze therapeutic changes in their clients. In her Eau Claire, Wisconsin, practice, Wall works with a wide range of clients ranging in age from 3 to 104. “Music bypasses the language and intellectual barriers in the brain that can prevent healing. Music helps the brain compensate for whatever damage that has occurred through illnesses, disease or trauma,” she says. “I also work with
Music bypasses the language and intellectual barriers in the brain that can prevent healing. ~Sheila Wall children to help them build language and motor skills through music. Research last year by the Brain and Creativity Institute at the University of Southern California in Los Angeles has shown that music training strengthens areas of the brain that govern speech, reading skills and sound perception in children. The results, published in Cerebral Cortex, indicate that only two years of music study significantly changes both the white and gray matter of the brain. Kirk Moore, in Wheaton, Illinois, is a certified music practitioner who provides live therapeutic music for people that are sick or dying. He says he sees daily changes through music. “I see heart rates slow down and blood pressure reduced. Breathing becomes steadier; pain and nausea cease.” Moore has also witnessed patients with aphasia—a language impairment caused by stroke or other brain damage—spontaneously sing-along to songs and regain the ability to speak. One memorable patient could only utter a single word, but listening to Moore ignited a dramatic change. “I sang ‘You Are My Sunshine’ and within seconds, she was singing. After 20 minutes of music, I expressed to the patient my hopes that the music had been helpful to her. ‘Oh goodness, yes!’ she responded.”
Music and End of Life
Music’s capacity to bring healing and solace also extends to the end of life. Classically trained musician and certified music practitioner Lloyd Goldstein knows firsthand the power of providing music for cancer patients and the terminally ill. “I feel a deep responsibility to be as present as I can possibly be, to what I’m doing, the people I’m playing for,” says Goldstein, who left a secure orchestra position to join the team at The
Arts In Medicine Program at the Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa, Florida. “It’s taught me how to be a better musician and a better person.” As much as the musician gives, music gives back. “I end up calmer than when I begin a session. That healing environment travels with me,” Moore says. Marlaina Donato is a composer and the author of several books. Connect at AutumnEmbersMusic.com.
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Drumming has been proven to be able to balance the hemispheres of the brain, bolster immunity and offer lasting physical and emotional benefits for conditions ranging from asthma to Parkinson’s disease, autism and addiction recovery. Medical research led by neurologist Barry Bittman, M.D., shows that participation in drumming circles helps to amp up natural killer cells that fight cancer and viruses such as AIDS. Recent research published in PLOS/ONE reveals a profound reduction of inflammation in people that took part in 90-minute drum circles during the course of the 10-week study. August 2019
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Beyond Sustainability Regenerative Agriculture Takes Aim at Climate Change
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ost people have never heard of regenerative agriculture, but there’s plenty of talk about it in the scientific and farming communities, along with a growing consensus that regeneration is a desirable step beyond sustainability. Those that are laser-focused on clean food and a better environment believe regenerative agriculture will not only result in healthier food, but could become a significant factor in reversing the dangerous effects of manmade climate change.
This centers on the idea that healthy soils anchor a healthy planet: They contain more carbon than all above-ground vegetation and regulate emissions of carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases. “We have taken soils for granted for a long time. Nevertheless, soils are the foundation of food production and food security, supplying plants with nutrients, water and support for their roots,” according to the study “Status of the World’s Soil Resources,” by the Food and Agricultural Organization of the United Nations. Most of the world’s
soil resources, which also function as the planet’s largest water filter, are in fair, poor or very poor condition, the report states. Tilling, erosion and chemicals all play significant roles in soil degradation. Regenerative agriculture seeks to reverse that trend by focusing on inexpensive organic methods that minimize soil disturbance and feed its microbial diversity with the application of compost and compost teas. Cover crops, crop and livestock rotation and multistory agroforestry are all part of a whole-farm design that’s intended to rebuild the quantity and quality of topsoil, as well as increase biodiversity and watershed function. “True regenerative organic agriculture can improve the environment, the communities, the economy, even the human spirit,” says Diana Martin, director of communications for the Rodale Institute, in Kutztown, Pennsylvania. Rodale, a leader in the organic movement, has been carrying the global torch for regenerative agriculture since the 1970s, when Bob Rodale, son of the institute’s founder, first began talking about it. “He said sustainability isn’t good enough. In the U.S., we are depleting our topsoil 10 times faster than we are replenishing it. We only have 60 years of farmable topsoil remaining,” says Martin. The institute is working with corporate brands in conducting a pilot project on farms around the world to certify food as regenerative organic. It has three pillars that were created with the help of the U.S.
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Department of Agriculture’s National Organic Program: soil health; animal welfare; and social justice, the latter because people want to know that workers are being treated fairly, Martin says. “In some ways, we felt the organic program could do more, so we introduced the regenerative organic certification. It is a new, high-bar label that is very holistic,” says Jeff Moyer, an expert in organic agriculture and the executive director at the Rodale Institute. The pilot phase involves 21 farms with connections to big brands like Patagonia, Lotus Foods and Dr. Bronner’s. “We needed relationships with brands to make this a reality,” Moyer says. Product should be rolling out by this fall. “There’s kind of a broad umbrella of things going on,” says Bruce Branham, a crop sciences professor with the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. “No-till farming certainly is a small step toward regenerative ag, because every time we till the soil, we essentially expose a lot of the carbon dioxide, which burns off carbon.” Cover crops can be planted right after harvesting a cash crop to help regenerate the soil, adding nitrogen and organic matter, he says. “It is a long-term benefit, so a lot of farmers are hesitant. It takes a while to improve soil fertility through cover crop use.” It doesn’t cost much, but for a corn or soybean farmer making almost no money right now, every expense matters. “The real things we are working on are more toward different cropping systems,” he says, in which farmers are growing perennial tree crops that produce nuts and fruits, absorb carbon and don’t require replanting or tilling. There’s considerable interest in regenerative organic agriculture in Idaho, as many farmers there have already adopted no-till practices, says Sanford Eigenbrode, a professor at the University of Idaho, who specializes in entomology, plant pathology and nematology. Farmers want to try to improve retention of soil carbon to both stabilize soils and improve long-term productivity, he says. “There are economic and environmental advantages.” Yvette C. Hammett is an environmental writer based in Valrico, Florida. She can be contacted at YvetteHammett28@hotmail.com. August 2019
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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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edible foods abound in cities, suburbia and rural environments. Throughout most of history, humans were foragers that relied on local plant knowledge for survival, as both food and medicine. Today’s foragers are reviving that ancestral tradition to improve diets, explore new flavors, develop kinship with the environment, and simply indulge in the joy and excitement of finding and preparing wild foods.
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here is such a thing as a free lunch, and it awaits adventurous foragers in backyards, city parks, mountain meadows and even sidewalk cracks. From nutritious weeds and juicy berries to delicate, delicious flowers and refreshing tree sap, wild,
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“There are many benefits to eating wild food,” says Deane Jordan, founder of EatTheWeeds.com, of Orlando, Florida. “Wild plants, because they must take care of themselves, tend to be more nutritious than cultivated plants—particularly in terms of phytochemicals and antioxidants. They also tend to be lower in sugar and other simple carbs, and higher in fiber.” Purslane, a wild succulent, has more omega-3s than any other leafy vegetable, says John Kallas, the Portland, Oregon, author of Edible Wild Plants: Wild Foods From Dirt to Plate. Mustard garlic, a common invasive plant, is the most nutritious leafy green ever analyzed, says Kallas, who holds a Ph.D. in nutrition. “However, the real dietary benefit of foraged plants is in their great diversity, as each has a unique profile of phytochemicals. There is no such thing as a superfood, just superdiets,” he adds.
Know Thy Plant Rule number one of foraging is to be 100 percent sure of your identification 100 percent of the time, says Leda Meredith, the
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“In many traditional and indigenous societies, people did not make a hard distinction between food and medicine the way we do now. Introducing wild foods into our diet is a perfect way of reconnecting food and medicine because so many exceptional wild foods, nettles for example, are also potent and versatile medicinal plants.” ~ Ben Weiss, founder of Susquehanna Sustainable Enterprises and Susquehanna Apothecary, located in Lancaster New York City author of The Forager’s Feast: How to Identify, Gather, and Prepare Wild Edibles. Foraging experts say the fear of wild plants is largely unfounded. “The biggest misconception is that we are experimenting with unknowns,” says Kallas. “Today’s wild edibles are traditional foods from Native American or European cultures we have lost touch with.” For example, European settlers brought with them dandelions, now considered a nuisance weed, as a source of food and medicine. All parts of it are edible, including flowers, roots and leaves, and have nutritional superpowers.
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on’t try to learn foraging; just try to learn about one vegetable or fruit, says Sam Thayer. “Take it one plant at a time. It takes the intimidation out of it.” Find a good local instructor that has a solid background in botany and other fundamentals of foraging, says John Kallas. “Also, get some good books, and more than one, as each will offer different dimensions,” says the author and instructor. Conquer the fear of Latin and learn the scientific names of plants, suggests Leda Meredith. As there may be several plants with the same common name, or one plant with many common names, knowing scientific names will help clear up potential confusion in identifying them. You don’t have to go far to find food, says Deane Jordan. “In reality, there is often a greater selection around your neighborhood than in state parks. In suburbia, you find native species, the edible weeds that come with agriculture, and also edible ornamentals.” Bring the kids: They make fabulous foragers, says Meredith. “They learn superfast and it’s a way to pass cultural knowledge along and instill that food doesn’t come from a garden or a farm, but from photosynthesis and the Earth and the sun.”
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“Deepening our relationship to what grows wild around us encourages us to deepen our relationship to what is wild within us. The wild part of us is pioneering, resilient, filled with vitality, and is at ease in belonging to the world. These are qualities that we need desperately as a species, especially now.” ~ Erin Shrader, board secretary for The Community of Holistic Integration of Central Pennsylvania
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To assess a plant, Kallas adds, a forager must know three things about it: the part or parts that are edible, the stage of growth to gather it and how to prepare it. “Some plants have parts that are both edible and poisonous. Others can be toxic raw, but perfectly edible cooked,” he says. Timing is everything, adds Meredith. “A wild ingredient can be fantastic in one week, and incredibly bitter a week later, so it’s important to know when its prime season is.” Kallas recommends staying away from highly trafficked roadsides and polluted areas. Given that many lawns and public areas are sprayed with herbicides, Sam Thayer, author of The Forager’s Harvest: A Guide to Identifying, Harvesting, and Preparing Edible Wild Plants, recommends not foraging in an area if it’s uncertain whether chemicals have been applied. Environmental awareness includes understanding how foraging may positively or negatively affect the ecosystem, says Meredith. “Overharvesting can endanger future populations. But there is a ‘win-win’ way to forage, where I get fantastic food and the landscape is better for my having foraged, by clearing invasive plants around natives or planting seeds while collecting a local plant gone to seed.” Thayer, of Bruce, Wisconsin, suggests collecting where species are abundant and thriving: “Fruit, for example, can be harvested limitlessly, as can wild invasives that disrupt the balance of the ecosystem and crowd out native species.”
Meal Preparation Vinegars, jams and cordials from wild fruits and flowers can be wonderful, but require some patience for the payoff, yet many wild edibles can be eaten raw or lightly sautéed, requiring very little prep work. Thayer recommends sautéing wild greens with just a little soy sauce, vinegar and garlic. Foraging builds confidence, powers of observation and connections to the natural world. The biggest benefit, says Thayer, may just be the fun of it. “You can experience food and flavors you cannot have any other way. A lot of these foods you cannot buy anywhere, and really, it’s better food than you can buy.”
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Simply Wild: Forage Recipes Garlic Mustard Pesto on Crisp-Creamy Polenta
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Yields: 4 servings This is a riff on the traditional English springtime dish of lettuce wilted in butter with peas and mint. The pleasingly mild flavor of the cattail shoots stands in for the lettuce. Stick with just the whitest parts of the shoots for pure tenderness or include some of the pale green bits if you want a sturdier dish. 2 Tbsp unsalted butter 3 cups cattail shoots, chopped ½ cup water 1 cup fresh or frozen shelled peas (if frozen, defrost them first) 2 Tbsp fresh mint, minced Salt and freshly ground black pepper Melt the butter in a pot over medium heat. When the butter has melted, add the cattail shoots and water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low and cook, stirring often, until the cattail shoots are tender and most of the water has evaporated. Add the peas and cook for 2 minutes more, stirring. Remove from the heat and stir in the mint with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Serve warm.
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“You can toss garlic mustard pesto with pasta, of course, but a spoonful added to soup just before serving is also wonderful, as is a smear of it on focaccia or toast. My favorite way to enjoy garlic mustard pesto is on pan-fried polenta that is crispy on the outside and creamy within.” 2 cups fresh garlic mustard leaves and tender stems 3 Tbsp walnuts or pine nuts, chopped 1 tsp garlic, minced (wild or cultivated) ¼ cup Parmesan or Romano cheese, grated ½ cup plus 2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, divided 2 Tbsp butter 8 slices (½-inch-thick) cooked polenta Put the garlic mustard leaves, nuts and garlic into the blender or food processor. Pulse until the leaves are chopped. Add the cheese. With the motor running, add ½ cup of oil a little at a time until the mixture is well blended, but not completely
smooth. (You want a bit of texture from the nuts and greens to remain.) Heat the butter and 2 tablespoons oil in a large nonstick pan over medium-high heat. Add the polenta slices. (You can use the precooked polenta that comes out of a tube, or if you cooked some from scratch, spread it out ½-inch thick on a baking sheet and refrigerate until sliceable.) Don’t try to move the polenta slices until they’ve browned on the bottom side. You’ll know that’s happened when they dislodge easily. Use a spatula to flip them over and brown the other side. Plate two slices per person, with the garlic mustard pesto spread on top. Serve hot or at room temperature. Tip: If you want to keep this pesto in the refrigerator for up to a week or in the freezer for up to six months, blanch the garlic mustard greens in boiling water for 20 seconds, then immediately run them under cold water or dip them in an ice bath. Squeeze out as much water as you can, then proceed with the recipe. This blanching step prevents the pesto from losing its bright green color and turning brown in cold storage. Recipes and photos from The Forager’s Feast: How to Identify, Gather, and Prepare Wild Edibles. Reproduced by permission of The Countryman Press. All rights reserved.
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Teach children to be media savvy. Andrea Curtis, Toronto-
based author of Eat This! How Fast-Food Marketing Gets You to Buy Junk (and how to fight back), says, “Kids don’t want to be duped.” By showing children how the food industry tricks them into buying foods that harm their bodies and the Earth, we can turn kids into food detectives that reject processed foods and sugary drinks.
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t’s not easy raising children in today’s media-saturated landscape. From TV and video games to internet and mobile devices, our kids are exposed to a steady stream of persuasive marketing messages promoting low-nutrient junk foods. Both the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Psychological
Association warn that media’s pervasive influence over children’s food preferences increase their risk for poor nutrition, obesity and chronic diseases later in life. Protecting children against marketing forces may seem like an uphill battle, but these strategies can help provide a solid foundation for good health.
children to farmers’ markets and U-pick farms; organic growers reduce exposure to harmful pesticide residues. Kids that might turn up their noses at supermarket spinach tend to eat it in bunches when they’ve helped grow, harvest and prepare it. That’s the story behind Sylvia’s Spinach, a children’s book by Seattle-based author Katherine Pryor.
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Introduce children to the rewards of gardening. Connie
Liakos, a registered dietitian based in Portland, Oregon, and the author of How to Teach Nutrition to Kids, recommends introducing children to the magic of planting seeds and the joy of caring for a garden—even if it’s simply a pot of herbs on a sunny windowsill or a small plot in a community garden.
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Teresa Martin, a registered dietitian based in Bend, Oregon, says learning how to cook frees us from being “hostage to the food industry.” She believes cooking is such an essential life skill that we should be teaching it along with reading, writing and arithmetic in kindergarten. When we cook, we’re in control of the ingredients’ quality and flavor. Plus, cooking together creates parent-child bonding. Invite children to help plan and prepare family meals and school lunches. (Remember to slip a note inside a child’s lunch box with a few words of love and encouragement.)
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children’s stories about food adventures to basic cookbooks, libraries open up a world of inspiration and culinary exploration. Find stories about seasonal foods to prepare with a child.
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families are better nourished, achieve greater academic success and are less likely to participate in risky behaviors. Family meals provide time to share values, teach manners and enjoy caring conversations. To foster peace and harmony at the table, Liakos advises families to “keep emotion out of eating, and allow children control over how much they eat.” Establish rules banning criticism, arguing and screens (TV, phones) during mealtime.
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dren on restrictive diets is a recipe for developing eating disorders. Instead of stigmatizing children by calling them “obese”, Liakos emphasizes creating healthy eating and activity habits for the entire family. Children may overeat for many reasons, including stress or boredom. Pay attention to sudden
Resources to Help Children Thrive Gardening Activities
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Media Literacy
American Academy of Pediatrics: A Healthy Family Media Use Plan: HealthyChildren.org/mediauseplan. Campaign for a Commercial-Free Childhood: Screen-free Activism: CommercialFreeChildhood.org. Center on Media and Child Health: cmch.tv/clinicians/eatingexercise-tips. Common Sense Media: CommonSenseMedia.org. Eat This! How Fast-Food Marketing Gets You to Buy Junk (and how to fight back), by Andrea Curtis: AndreaCurtis.ca. Prevention Institute: Tinyurl.com/StopJunkFoodMarketing.
Nutrition
How to Teach Nutrition to Kids, Connie Liakos: NutritionForKids.com. I’m Like, So Fat!: Helping Your Teen Make Healthy Choices about Eating and Exercise in a Weight-Obsessed World, by Dianne Neumark-Sztainer.
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Little Shifts, Big Changes:
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revention is key to maintaining a healthy, happy smile. Whether a soon-to-be, new or experienced parent, it is never too early to talk to a dentist about your children’s oral health. According to research done by Birgitta Kohler, Ingrid Andréen and Berit Jonsson, Faculty of Odontology at the University of Göteborg, in Sweden, one in four children under the age of 5 have undiagnosed dental disease: bacteria that actively causes tooth decay. Dental disease is the most common chronic, preventable childhood disease. By taking the time to speak with a dentist about raising healthy smiles, parents may prevent their children from becoming part of that 25 percent. Oral health, just like overall health, is a combination of habits at home and visits to health providers. Discussing with a dentist about healthy home habits
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will provide the foundation for a healthy smile. Children should have their first dental visit by 12 months of age, and then every six months for a check-up and cleaning, as recommended by the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. Routine dental care allows for early detection and intervention of any abnormal oral growth or development. Bumps, bruises and tummy aches are a part of life. Tooth decay and dental disease can be prevented. Parents can teach healthy dental habits at home and develop the habit of routine dental checkups for the whole family so that each family member can stay happy, healthy and smiling. Dr. Baillee Fahey is a general dentist with a passion for public education. Connect with her by email at FaheyDMD@gmail.com.
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weight gain, which could be an indication that something is wrong, she says.
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Find or create a “tribe” of like-minded parents. Set up
play groups with parents that share similar values. Advocate together for improved school food policies, establish a school garden or plan group field trips.
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The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends one hour of daily physical activity. Locate parks and hiking or biking trails to strengthen children’s innate love for their natural world. According to research at the University of Illinois, spending time in nature also helps reduce symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.
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Protect children’s sleep. The American Academy of Pediatrics advises against TVs, computers and smartphones in children’s bedrooms. Children, depending on their age, need eight to12 hours of undisturbed sleep each night to support physical and mental health, and help prevent obesity. Remember that our children are hungriest for parental time, love and support. Melinda Hemmelgarn, the “Food Sleuth,” is an award-winning registered dietitian, writer, speaker and syndicated radio host based in Columbia, Missouri. Contact her at FoodSleuth@gmail.com.
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s noneffective because verbal positive change can creatures, happen quickly in horses are intuifour to six sessions, tive and comversus traditional municate in their talk therapy alone own unique, that might take natural way. At four to six months. Take Heart located Meagan Good with Charley, Remy and Noble When people are in Mohnton, a with horses, they short ride from both Lancaster and Berks tend to get more comfortable sooner, counties, individuals and families are resulting in the growth of self-awareness. empowered to find hope and healing “People often come to us because through therapeutic work with horses. they have tried clinical talk therapy and Equine-assisted counselors facilitate the are still experiencing symptoms,” she says. process of learning and growth through a “Our definition of trauma is anything that combination of counseling, equine activiexceeds someone’s ability to cope, and the ties and trauma-informed, evidence-based techniques we utilize teach clients about therapeutic techniques. self-care and assist them in regaining not “The hands-on and in-the-moment only their ability to cope but the motivanature of this work allows clients to gain tion to thrive.” insight and practice change and growth,” Sessions are available for individuals explains founder and licensed professional ages 8 and up, families in all stages and counselor Meagan Good. “Equine-assisted couples. Each session is uniquely designed therapy is extremely efficient and costto help reach a client’s therapeutic goals.
Clients are empowered with strategies to face immediate challenges, as well as find deeper healing and growth. Relationships of trust are formed through horsemanship and problem-solving activities. “Because our horses are given as natural an environment as possible and the freedom to choose to interact with an individual or within a group, they can sense what a client may or may not express and give us cues to help a client feel more comfortable and engage in the work being done,” she says. “For example, someone may not want to attend a session and is just going through the motions. A horse can pick up on the incongruence of what a client is saying and doing and intuitively respond in different ways, either by walking over directly or waiting for the client to approach. “There are many parallels between horses and humans,” shares Good. “They are living examples of servant leaders and demonstrate how we as humans can become empowered to assume the role of leader or walk alongside someone as an equal partner or valued team member. Horses make great partners who motivate us to practice important skills, grow and have fun.” Take Heart is located at 4675 New Holland Rd., in Mohnton. For more information, email Info@TakeHeartCounseling.com, call 717-9177137 or visit TakeHeartCounseling.com. See ad, page 43.
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Holistic practitioners can then choose to train in a variety of modalities, including acupuncture, herbs and physical rehabilitation, plus trigger point, megavitamin and stem cell therapies. “Any method that is sufficiently different from conventional medicine requires extra training ... over a period of weeks, months or years,” says Nancy Scanlan, DVM, the executive director of the American Holistic Veterinary Medical Foundation, in Mount Shasta, California. Veterinarians, holistic or not, typically do the same initial examination of an animal, she says. From there, a holistic vet may look at additional areas or assess things in a slightly different way. “For example, someone trained in veterinary osteopathy or veterinary chiropractic would explore the range of motion of joints or the spine.” In treatment, holistic DVMs use an integrative approach. The goal is to look at the animal as a whole and treat the underlying condition, rather than treating the symptoms. “Integrative medicine is about broadening our medical options, blending both conventional medical and holistic approaches. It focuses on client education and participation in the healing process of their pet,” says Danielle Becton, DVM, of Aloha Pet & Bird Hospital, in Indian
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Integrative medicine is about broadening our medical options, blending both conventional medical and holistic approaches. It focuses on client education and participation in the healing process of their pet. ~Danielle Becton, DVM Harbour Beach, Florida. Holistic veterinarians may also choose to use fewer conventional drugs and limited vaccinations. “Vaccine titers can be used to determine if a patient has adequate antibodies to a disease to create immunity,” says Becton. “If a pet is already immune, they may not need another vaccine booster that year.” Becton and Scanlan agree that alternative treatments such as acupuncture, laser therapy or massage can be used in lieu of drugs for pain management. However, Scanlan does note that in an acute or emergency situation, many natural methods do not work fast enough, “and that is when holistic veterinarians are more likely to use drugs.”
Choosing a Holistic Veterinarian
Pet owners seek out holistic veterinarians for different reasons. In Krouth’s case, it was the unacceptable side effects to drugs that led her to explore other options. Becton points out that she gets clients looking for a more natural approach for their pets after they personally have had success with human integrative medicine. However, it’s important that pets are treated by professionals that are trained to treat animals. People with holistic training for humans may not understand animal anatomy or physiology. Ultimately, choosing a veterinarian is a personal decision, and seeing a beloved pet thrive is the best confirmation that it was the right one. “We are so glad that we still have Buckeye at this golden age, and believe it’s due to holistic care that she has lived a comfortable, long life,” says Krouth.
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FINDING THE BEST VET
n some areas, holistic veterinary care is so popular that appointments are hard to come by. In others, there are few veterinarians practicing alternative medicine.
Ask Around
One way to find a veterinarian that has expanded beyond the confines of Western medicine is to ask other pet owners. Employees at pet food or supply stores will often have recommendations, as well. Search online or use the American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association’s “Find a Holistic Veterinarian” search feature at ahvma.org/find-a-holistic-veterinarian.
Get Details
If there are several doctors to choose from, read their websites to find out the nature of initial consultations, available treatments and associated fees. Read patient reviews there and look for some that aren’t on their site. Consider stopping in to see how the practice looks and feels.
First Appointment
Once an appointment is made, know what’s needed to make the most of it. Most veterinarians want historical records and intake forms filled out in advance. Be prepared to pay for services during that first visit. Because holistic care is personalized to deal with underlying causes instead
of symptoms, be ready to spend more time talking about the pet.
Going Forward
No matter which veterinarian is chosen, expect reasonable outcomes. Pets should be comfortable at the appointment and owners should feel they are heard. Care and cost of care should make sense. Follow-up calls from the office to check on treatment progress show that the interest in clients goes beyond the appointment. Reminder calls, emails or postcards about upcoming appointments or recommended services convey that the practice is organized and has a long-term interest in animal health.
Julie Peterson lives in rural Wisconsin with her husband, dogs and chickens. She has contributed to Natural Awakenings for more than a decade. Contact her at JPtrsn22@att.net. August 2019
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Pet Nutrition and More at
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arb Emmett’s passion for helping dogs began with rescuing golden retrievers and advocating for designated off-leash dog parks. Those efforts led her to open Godfrey’s Welcome to Dogdom canine lifestyle business in 2004, and she hasn’t been bored since. “We’re all about doing what’s best for the dog and trying to move people along to learn about healthier choices they can make,” she says. “We want to provide customers with tools and knowledge to help them discern better food, supplements and toys.” Emmett specializes in helping canine parents find natural ways to improve nutrition and pinpoint allergies common in dogs that cause skin conditions, recurrent diarrhea, fleas and ticks. Emmett carries the NutriScan food sensitivities and intolerance test for pets, invented by pet health expert Dr. Jean Dodds. The kit helps eliminate guesswork by testing 24 possible food allergens. Cus-
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tomers send in the pet’s saliva samples and get a detailed report. Also available is the 5Strands Affordable Testing fur analysis, where customers can send in strands of pet hair to receive a detailed report for environmental and food sensitivities. Emmett emphasizes that sometimes a natural approach can be taken first to cure a problem before conventional treatment is needed. In her view, the best of both worlds is integrative care, looking to find and treat the root cause of a problem, thus in many cases avoiding conventional treatment using a chemical drug or prescription diet. “The old adage ‘food is medicine’ holds true,” she says. “I help pet parents move forward in a logical way through nature, diet and food to stop the cycle of chronic disease.” She also suggests people ask their vets about titer testing, which can check a pet’s blood for bacteria or disease. Emmett has noticed pet parents become more aware of food additives and recalls, so she carries brands only from smaller pet food makers whose companies she has investigated and trusts. She also networks with peers in her industry and well respected veterinarians and specialists in the sphere of integrative canine care to get their take on health and wellness issues. “I have to dig even deeper, because big pet food companies are trying to get on the natural foods bandwagon, but they don’t always do it right,” she notes. Emmett carries dry kibble and canned foods from independent brands like Fromm and Nature’s Logic; dehydrated and freeze-dried raw foods from The Honest Kitchen; Stella & Chewy’s dehydrated raw food; and My Perfect Pet and Allprovide gently cooked food. The largest growth for her customer
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Barb Emmett with Charlie base is in commercial raw diets, like Answers Pet Foods and Smallbatch. Also of increasing interest are brands with special formulas like ketogenics and low-glycemic diets, which can help dogs with cancer, and low phosphorous diets, all to offer dogs gently-cooked or raw foods for specific dietary needs. She also designed materials to guide customers on how to look at foods and what to incorporate into homemade balanced meal plans, and how to incorporate pasteurized eggs, kefir, fish protein, supplements, fermented raw goat’s milk or bone broth into the pet’s diet for thyroid, digestive and omega-3 fatty acids support. Emmett also carries canned and dry cat food; natural and raw dog treats; nontoxic dog toys and leashes; chemicalfree flea and tick solutions; and pet-themed home décor and jewelry. She offers one-onone dog training and dog playgroups that match pet personalities. She hosts a monthly cable TV show, Dog Is Family, which can be found on BCTV.org. “I want to present great information to people so they can move forward,” Emmett concludes. Godfrey’s Welcome to Dogdom is located at 4267 New Holland Rd., Mohnton. For more information, call 610-777-5755 or visit GodfreysDogdom.com. See ad, page 40. Sheila Julson is a freelance writer and contributor to Natural Awakenings magazines throughout the country.
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Always Helpful Veterinary Services by Sheila Julson
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r. Sarah and seeing the animal Urban of as whole, not just an Always Helpillness or condition ful Veterinary Services, attached to the body.” in Nottingham, was In 2016, she always used to being joined Dr. Judith around animals. While Shoemaker’s practice, growing up in MontAlways Helpful Veterigomery County, her nary Services, where family had pets and she they care for large and was a member of varismall animals. Shoeous 4-H animal clubs, maker’s holistic ethos so pursuing a career aligned with Urban’s Sarah Urban and Indy as a veterinarian was mission to integrate a logical next step. Early on in her career, allopathic and complementary modalities she worked in various veterinary hospitals into animal care. Urban and Shoemaker as a veterinary technician, but noticed that provide services including but not limited a lot of animals weren’t getting well from to acupuncture, chiropractic, herbal mediconventional veterinary treatment. cine, applied kinesiology, prolotherapy, After graduating from Ross Unilaser therapy, homeopathy, pulsed electroversity School of Veterinary Medicine, in magnetic therapy, novel cancer treatments St. Kitts, West Indies, Urban returned to and massage therapy. They also partner Pennsylvania and practiced integrative with various farriers and equine dentists to veterinary medicine in York and Lancaster provide those services. counties. “It’s about looking at their health Urban says they have in-depth initial and healthcare from a different perspective, consults that cover all aspects of the pa-
tient’s life. Holistic services are provided on a case-by-case basis, and animals can experience much of the same relief that humans receive from acupuncture or chiropractic care to alleviate conditions like arthritis, cancer, skin conditions, joint dysfunction and autoimmune disease. They also have customized small animal and equine wellness plans. “We don’t just treat a dog and send them on their way,” Urban emphasizes. “We explain what we did and why, and we also focus on preventing future illnesses or flare-ups. People bring in dogs or cats that are at the end of their lives, but then they will bring in their new puppy or kitten so we can start them off right from the get-go. It’s not unusual that we have patients living to their late teens or early 20s, but they have been patients of ours since infancy.” Urban is grateful to work with animals and their caregivers. “I enjoy creating a relationship with an owner and their pet, and working closely with them to create a healthy and fruitful life for my patients,” she concludes. Always Helpful Veterinary Services is located at 305 Nottingham Rd., in Nottingham. For more information, call 717-529-0526 or visit AlwaysHelpfulVeterinaryServices.com. See ad, page 40. Sheila Julson is a freelance writer and regular contributor to Natural Awakenings magazines throughout the country.
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Aysha Akhtar on
Our Symphony With Animals
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To connect readers with local wellness resources and events, inspiring them to lead more balanced lives.
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s a neurologist, Dr. Aysha Akhtar wanted to acknowledge that medicine has largely overlooked our relationships with animals and their impact on our health. As a survivor of childhood sexual abuse and bullying, she gained strength and courage to change her situation after forming a deep bond with an abused dog. She found there were more stories like hers that explain how the health and happiness of humans and animals are interlaced. After traveling to interview people whose lives have been profoundly influenced by animals, Akhtar used her experiences and those of others to demonstrate the science behind the intricate and mutually beneficial associations between humans and animals. The result is her book, Our Symphony with Animals: On Health, Empathy, and Our Shared Destinies. After time spent with homeless people, a former mobster, a Marine veteran, a serial killer, animal sanctuary workers and farmers, she relates what happens when people forge (or break) bonds with animals, and how the love we give them comes full circle back to us.
How do you explain that an untrained animal, like Sylvester, the abused dog you bonded with, can help a person heal and recover? It’s the fact that the animal is not a human being. Animals help diffuse the humangenerated pressure in our lives. If you treat an animal with kindness, that is the only thing that the animal will judge you by.
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Animals don’t care about your past, your money, your mistakes in life—they have no preconceived notions about you. Animals have a purity that helps us be our true selves without worrying about being judged.
What is the most memorable moment of your journey to discover more stories like your own?
It was a beautiful, warm, summer evening, and I was just sitting at an animal sanctuary with a pig named Ivy. She was such a sweet girl and such an emotional being, she reminded me of Sylvester. While Ivy was sleeping, I was listening to the sounds around me—ducks, chickens, cows, horses, dogs and nature. The sun was setting. I became immersed in the moment and felt a profound sense of connectedness. All the sounds came together for me like a Mozart symphony. I had never felt that kind of peace. It was beautiful.
There is a moral consciousness growing within our species. We are waking up to the fact that how we treat each other needs to be more ethical, and that includes animals. ~Aysha Akhtar
What is the science behind the neurological and biological phenomena you describe in this interaction between humans and animals?
First, studies are emerging that suggest that the way we feel empathy toward each other is not very different from the way we feel empathy toward other animals. It appears that we may feel stronger empathy toward other animals because, like children, we see them as vulnerable. Second, medical studies show that just being with animals provides measurable physiological changes within us, showing a boost to our well-being. For example, just being with a dog for five to 10 minutes can decrease blood pressure and stress hormones, and provide a long-term boost to cardiovascular health. It also leads to increases in positive neurochemicals like dopamine and oxytocin—the chemicals that make us feel happy. What’s even more interesting, studies suggest that the same positive effects are also happening in the animal.
How did you come to believe that compassion for animals is the next step in the moral evolution of humans?
Animals are more on the radar of the current younger generation than they used to be. This means that empathy for animals is growing with each generation. Part of the reason is that there is a moral consciousness growing within our species. We are waking up to the fact that how we treat each other needs to be more ethical, and that includes animals. We’re witnessing that the destruction of other species is causing the unraveling of ecosystems, and that is causing increases in things like mosquito-borne diseases. In other words, our disruption of other species is coming back to hurt us. Slowly, our collective consciousness is waking up to recognize that how we treat nonhumans affects us, as well.
If readers could learn just one thing from Symphony, what would you like it to be?
Go forward in life feeling a sense of empowerment and hope, recognizing that our well-being is very much tied in with the wellbeing of other animals. Julie Peterson lives in rural Wisconsin with her husband, dogs and chickens, and has contributed to Natural Awakenings for more than a decade. Contact her at JPtrsn22@att.net.
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Build Stress Resistance
Take a Cerebral Spin Cycling for a Healthier Brain by Marlaina Donato
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opping on a bicycle on a beautiful day or taking a spin class at the gym offers proven cardiovascular benefits like lowering cholesterol and blood pressure. Now, growing research shows that it also packs a powerful punch for brain health. Aerobic exercise has been found to have the greatest impact on cognitive ability, and low-impact cycling leads the way. David Conant-Norville, M.D., a Portland, Oregon psychiatrist, recommends cycling to help children challenged by attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
a 2016 study by the New York University Langone Medical Center published in the journal eLife, higher levels of BDNF help decrease symptoms of depression while improving memory function. BDNF helps maintain brain health and stimulates the growth of new neurons. Pedaling regularly can fire up brain cell production by at least twofold; cycling only 20 to 30 minutes a day can decrease symptoms of depression—and might even prevent it.
Depression and Memory
“For years, we’ve been touting the benefits of mental exercises for Alzheimer’s disease, but physical exercise is also highly beneficial. There is not one neurological disease that cannot benefit from aerobic exercise, from Parkinson’s disease to Lou Gehrig’s disease,” says Laurence Kinsella, M.D., a neurologist at the SSM Health Medical Group, in Fenton, Missouri. According to 2017 Canadian studies involving Parkinson’s patients, cycling improved motor function during a 12-week period. The results, published in Frontiers in Human Neuroscience, also show a marked improvement in gait.
“Cycling brings more oxygen and nutrients to the cells,” says Carmen Ferreira, owner of SunShine Barre Studio, in Rocky Point, New York. “When we ride our bikes, our brains also increase their production of proteins used for creating new brain cells.” Cycling has been shown to significantly boost the neurotransmitters dopamine and serotonin, as well as brain-derived neurotrophic factor—BDNF—a protein that increases during aerobic exercise. Low levels of BDNF have been linked to obesity, excessive appetite, clinical depression, anxiety and cognitive decline. According to 46
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In general, living a sedentary life sets up a hair-trigger stress response in the body, while forms of exercise like cycling help to regulate excessive levels of age-accelerating stress hormones cortisol and adrenaline. Kinsella says, “Exercise like cycling makes us channel that part of the ancient brain that helped our ancestors run from a tiger, and when we engage the brain to run, chase or survive, the aging process slows down.” Cycling can also be beneficial for people with fibromyalgia. Ferreira notes, “I have a few students with fibromyalgia who have reported having more energy, as well as better mood.”
Shorter Sessions, Better Results
While cycling can be a memory booster, it can also temporarily impair cognitive function if sessions are too intense or long. Kinsella recommends that his students work up to 75 percent of maximum heart rate. He also emphasizes common sense. “Strive for a reasonable pace, and by that, I mean ramping up your heart rate gradually over three weeks. Go slowly with beginning any vigorous exercise and accept that it will take months.” For Alzheimer’s patients, he recommends breaking a sweat with five, 30-minute sessions a week. Ferreira also advises moderation. “Do as much as your body allows—15, 20 or 45 minutes, the latter being the duration of a fulllength class. Have clear communication with the instructor to help you reach your goals.” Whether objectives are accomplished on an outdoor or stationary bike, it is important to be consistent. Kinsella suggests making it enjoyable. “You can get on your bike and watch your favorite television show for 30 minutes or more and get a good workout.”
Marlaina Donato is the author of Multidimensional Aromatherapy and several other books. She is also a composer. Connect at AutumnEmbersMusic.com.
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Promising 2018 research published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society reveals cycling and other forms of aerobic exercise to be the most effective activity in slowing Alzheimer’s-related cognitive decline.
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NOTE: To share your events and classes in our calendar, please visit our websites NABerks.com or NALancaster.com for guidelines and a submission link. Deadline: 5th of the month prior. THURSDAY, AUGUST 1 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. Pop-up Creating Writing Workshop – 6:308:30pm. An evening of writing whatever comes, for no particular reason, with no particular goal except to please ourselves. A laid-back, non-intimidating gathering in an atmosphere of warmth, compassion and trust. Beginners welcome. Sharing optional. Mischief, a must. Call for info/fees. Write from the Heart Lancaster Studio. 717-393-4713. WriteFromTheHeart.us.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 2 Paint Night in the Pasture – 6-8pm. Have fun supporting others. Proceeds support discounted rates for clients in financial need. $45 includes supplies and refreshments. Space limited. To register: Info@TakeHeartCounseling.com or Dana at 717-804-4774. Take Heart Counseling & Equine Assisted Therapy, 4675 New Holland Rd., Mohnton. TakeHeartCounseling.com.
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assisting with a simple task on the farm. Lastly, wind down with a 30-minute meditation and sound healing session. Bring a yoga mat, appropriate shoes for work on the farm, and water. Rain or shine. Free. Donations appreciated. Rodale Institute, 611 Seigfriedale Rd, Kutztown. 610-683-1481. RodaleInstitute.org. Henna & Jagua Tattoos with Mendhi Sol Alicia – 11-3pm. Receiving a henna painting serves as a time to relax, slow down and feel beautiful. Experience Mehndi with Alicia at Radiance, 13 W Grant St, Lancaster. 717-290-1517. Meet the Author – 2-4pm. Annie Carmitchell, author of Conversations with My Sister: A Fool’s Journey Through the Tarot, will read excerpts of her recently published book. Books available for purchase. Radiance, 13 W Grant St, Lancaster. 717-290-1517.
SUNDAY, AUGUST 4 Labyrinth Walk – 12-3pm. Walk in meditation. Free. Unitarian Universalist Church of Lancaster, 538 W Chestnut St, Lancaster. 717-393-1733. UUCLOnline.com. Reiki Share – 1-3pm. Every first Sunday, give or receive the gift of reiki. Love offering. Unity of Reading, 4443 10th Ave, Temple. 610-509-7610.
Come Home to Your Self – 10am-12:30pm. Susan Korsnick, Creatively Fit Coach, helps plan the trip back to your whole and authentic Self. Through creative and intuitive experiences, answer these questions: Where do you want to go? What do you want to take with you? How can you get there while enjoying the ride? No art experience needed. Register: BrownPaperTickets. com/event/4292216. The Watchmaker’s Daughter, 22 N Beaver St, York. SusanKorsnick.com.
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Yoga on the Farm – 10am-1pm. 60-minute beginner yoga class followed by light refreshments and discussion. Spend time in quiet contemplation while
Children’s Summer Camp Writing Series – 1-3pm, Aug 5, 6, 9. Inspires young people to love writing, in school or out. Through warmth, kindness
Cooking Class: Homemade Syrups – 6pm. Learn how to make fresh, flavorful fruit and herb syrups from scratch for cocktails, soda, salad dressings, toppings and more. Take a 5-oz bottle home. Hands-on class. $70. Pre-register. Zest Cooking School, 1180 Erbs Quarry Rd, Lititz. 717-626-6002. ZestChef.com.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 6 Coping with Loss of a Parent or Sibling – 6:308pm. Are you grieving the death of someone you care about? This group includes a presentation and an informal time to talk with others. Free. Pathways Center for Grief and Loss, 4075 Old Harrisburg Pk, Mount Joy. For info: 800-924-7610. HospiceAndCommunityCare.org.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 7 Nutrition Store Tour – 1-2pm. Take a walk through the store with Giant Food Store’s Nutritionist Kilene Knitter, RD, LDN, to discover her favorite products and learn quick tips for making better choices. Plus, get samples and coupons. Free. Giant Food Stores, 1278 South Market Street, Elizabethtown. Registration required at 717-2931462 or GiantFoodStores.com/Wellness. Canning Workshop: Yes You Can! – 6pm. A technique class about preserving and canning. Make and take a quart jar of peaches, plus learn how to peel, dice, fill jars and process diced tomatoes and tomato sauce. Handson class. $75. Pre-register. Zest Cooking School, 1180 Digestive & ZestChef.com. Wellness Expo Erbs Quarry Rd, Lititz. 717-626-6002.
savethedate WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 7 Reiki II Okuden – 6-9pm (8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28). Go deeper into your practice. This class introduces three of the reiki symbols and mantras and how to share reiki from a distance. $225 includes manual, certificate and three attunements. Helene Williams Reiki, 313 W Liberty St, Lancaster. To register: 717-269-6084. HeleneWilliamsReiki.com.
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Everyone is an Artist – 9:30am-12pm (thru August 9). For children ages 8-12. Time travel with Susan Korsnick through creative expression. She uses stories, sketching, and a variety of mediums to explore periods from earliest cave art to the present. Susan has a BA in Fine Art, 20 years teaching experience, and K-12 Art Certification. Register: York Art Association, 220 S Marshall St, York. 717-755-0028.
and a touch of mischief, we spark both intellect and imagination, in an inviting, artistic atmosphere where it’s cool to be yourself. Call for info/fees. Write from the Heart Lancaster Studio. 717-3934713. WriteFromTheHeart.us.
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THURSDAY, AUGUST 8 Rise Above- Fearlessness – 5:30-7:30pm. Susan Korsnick uses Rise Above: Free Your Mind One Brushstroke at a Time by Whitney Freya, to encourage participants to rise above fear that holds us back and keeps us small. Includes meditation and intuitive painting practice. No art experience needed. UUCY, 925 S George St, York. Register: Brownpapertickets. com/event/4262720. SusanKorsnick.com.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 9 8-Day Directed Retreat – thru 8/17. A directed retreat is a privileged means of deepening one’s intimacy with God. It is an individualized, personal experience of prayer over a number of days, guided by a companion, a trained spiritual director. Jesuit Center for Spiritual Growth, 501 N Church St, Wernersville. Info/Register: MLeonowitz@ JesuitCenter.org. 610-670-3642. JesuitCenter.org/ DirectedRetreats_ByLength.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 10 Reiki III Advanced Reiki Training (ART) – 10:30am-4pm. Build on skills developed through the Reiki II level and bring profound emotional and spiritual healing to your practice. Receive attunement to the third degree of reiki. $295 incl. book and attunement. Radiance, 13 W Grant St, Lancaster. 717-290-1517.
MONDAY, AUGUST 12 Nutrition Store Tour – 5:30-6:30pm. Take a walk through the store with Giant Food Store's Nutritionist Kilene Knitter, RD, LDN, to discover her favorite products and learn quick tips for making better choices. Plus, get samples and coupons. Free. Giant Food Stores, 100 Townsedge Drive, Quarryville. Registration required at 717-293-1462 or GiantFoodStores.com/Wellness.
month. By appointment, by donation. The Farm & Home Center, 1383 Arcadia Rd, Lancaster. 717824-9209. LancasterCommunityReikiClinic.org.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 16 Twice as Nice: The Art of Doubling in Individual and Group Sessions – 9am-4pm. Make role play and other action methods engaging and effective in your psychotherapy, coaching or teaching practices. Six CE and psychodrama credits. $85 by 8/13; $105 after. To register: Karen Carnabucci, LCSW, Liberty Place, 313 W Liberty St, Lancaster. 717-466-0788. RealTrueKaren.com.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 17 Come Home to Your Self – 10am-12:30pm. Susan Korsnick, Creatively Fit Coach, helps plan the trip back to your whole and authentic Self. Through creative and intuitive experiences, answer these questions. Where do you want to go? What do you want to take with you? How can you get there while enjoying the ride? No art experience needed. Register: Brownpapertickets. com/event/4292231. The Watchmaker’s Daughter, 22 N Beaver St, York. SusanKorsnick.com. Film Series: Farmers for America – 1-3pm. Documentary takes a look at young Americans trying to make a living in agriculture and highlights their achievements and explores the challenges. Attendees are welcome to take a self-guided walking tour of farm. Free. Donations appreciated. Rodale Institute, 611 Siegfriedale Rd, Kutztown. 610-683-1481. RodaleInstitute.org.
SUNDAY, AUGUST 18 DIY Plant Milk Demo – 11am-3pm. Stop by Lemon Street Market for a demo on how to make your own plant milk. Free. Lemon Street Market, 241 W Lemon St, Lancaster.717-826-0843. Facebook.com/ events/207976603420926. LemonStreetMarket.com.
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TUESDAY, AUGUST 13 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. Pre-registration for new attendees required. Contact Marj Paradise at MParadise810@comcast.net. Pathways Center for Grief & Loss, 4075 Old Harrisburg Pike, Mount Joy. HospiceCommunity.org.
Bereavement Workshop: The Nature of Sudden Death – 6:30-8:30pm. Sudden death can shatter your sense of order, leaving a greater sense of vulnerability and anxiety. Workshop will identify the uniqueness of this type of loss and offer strategies to cope. Free. Space limited; registration required by 8/15. Free. Pathways Center for Grief & Loss, 4075 Old Harrisburg Pike, Mount Joy. 717-391-2413 or 800-924-7610. HospiceCommunity.org.
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you care about? This group includes a presentation and an informal time to talk with others. Free. Essa Flory Hospice Center, 685 Good Dr, Lancaster. For info: Pathways Center for Grief and Loss, 800-9247610. HospiceAndCommunityCare.org.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 22 Rise Above- Clarity – 5:30-7:30pm. Susan Korsnick uses Rise Above: Free Your Mind One Brushstroke at a Time by Whitney Freya, to guide participants through meditation and an intuitive painting practice. Gain clarity, clear direction, and peace of mind. UUCY, 925 S George St, York. Register: Brownpapertickets.com/event/4262730. SusanKorsnick.com. Cooking Class: Sensational Summer Seafood – 6pm. Learn how to purchase and prepare fresh seafood. Hands-on class. BYOB. $70. Pre-register. Zest Cooking School, 1180 Erbs Quarry Rd, Lititz. 717-626-6002. ZestChef.com.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 24 Grand Re-Opening Celebration – 11am-4pm. Join the team at Alternative Healing of PA as they celebrate their new location with meet-and-greets, free mini chair massages, free mini reiki sessions, door prizes, goodie bags and special discounts on future purchases. Free. Alternative Healing of PA, 2298 Willow Street Pike, Lancaster. 717-847-3213. AlternativeHealingOfPA.com.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 28 Coping with the Loss of a Child – 6:30-8pm. Grieving the loss of a child of any age? Want to talk with others who have experienced a loss? Includes presentation and informal time to talk with others. For information: Pathways Center for Grief & Loss, 4075 Old Harrisburg Pike, Mount Joy.717-391-2413 or 800-924-7610. HospiceCommunity.org. Free Talk: Why Do Children Need Chiropractic? – 6:30-7:30 pm. Learn how this safe, natural form of health care can benefit children. Link Chiropractic Clinic, 3130 Pricetown Rd, Fleetwood. Register at 610-944-5000.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 30 Ethereal Violin Meditation – 7-8:15 pm. Professional violinist and yoga teacher Helena Lalita will guide students through a short session of gentle movement and pranayama (breathing) followed by long, deep relaxation and sound bathing. $20adv/$25 door. Radiance, 13 W Grant St, Lancaster. 717-290-1517.
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Angel Day Spiritual Holistic Faire – 10am-4pm. Showcases angel art, aromatherapy, books, clothing, crystals, jewelry, massage, readers, reiki, visionary mural painting and more. Hourly lectures on current holistic topics. Mediterranean food available for sale. $6pp, $5 with canned or dry cat/dog food for foodbank. Vendor spaces available. Leesport Farmers Market Banquet Hall, 312 Gernants Church Rd, Leesport. For info: Kimberlee Dawn, 484-5168080 or KimberleeDawn53@gmail.com.
Women’s Memoir Workshop – 6:30-8:30pm (Mondays, thru 10/7). Remember your father’s shoes? How you felt about your first car? Our memories 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.
savethedate SATURDAY, AUGUST 31 & MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 1 35th Hospice Labor Day Auction – 7:30am5pm. Filled with vintage finds, raffles, delicious treats and thousands of auction items. Features scratch-made food from the Amish community, handmade quilts, vacation packages, original art, new and used tools, sports memorabilia, plants and more. All proceeds directly benefit patients and families receiving care from Hospice and Community Care. Free admission and parking. Held at Solanco Fairgrounds, 101 Park Ave, Quarryville. LaborDayAuction.org.
plan ahead THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 5 Women’s Intro Workshop – 6:30-8:30pm (Thursdays, thru 10/10). “Writing Without Fear” Write… to relax. Dodge perfectionism. Trust your instincts. Learn how playfulness brings creativity and joy into our lives. No grades, grammar, judgment. Sharing optional. Beginners welcome. Call for info/fees. Write From The Heart Lancaster Studio, 717-3934713. WriteFromTheHeart.us.
savethedate FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 – SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 Empowered Light Holistic Expo – times vary by day. Choose from over 50 inspiring lectures and interactive classes, try alternative healing treatments such as reiki, massage, and reflexology, and find intuitive readings. Try healthy food samples and purchase natural products for personal and home care from over 150 vendors. $30/weekend pass, $5-$20/day. Greater Oaks Expo Center, 100 Station Ave, Oaks, PA. EmpoweredLight.com.
savethedate FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 13, 20 27 Hypno-Weight-Loss Group – 6-7:30pm. Dr. Soponis supports you through a 4-week weight-loss experience using the power of your subconscious to change your relationship with food. Limited to 10 participants. Cost: $160 (due at first session). Registration required. Held at The Restorative Center, 6 Hearthstone Ct., Ste 304, Reading. For questions or to register: 610509-7610. BridgeHypnosis.com.
Men's Memoir Workshop – 6:30-8:30pm (Tuesdays, thru 10/8). Remember your father’s shoes? How you felt about your first car? Our memories 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, 717393-4713. WriteFromTheHeart.us.
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 Reiki I for Health Care Providers – 9-4:30pm (9/15 & 9/22). Standard Reiki I class agenda plus reiki research, energy theory and reiki in health care. 12 AHNA nursing contact hours. Open to all. $200 includes manual, certificate and four attunements. Helene Williams Reiki, 313 W Liberty St, Lancaster. To register: 717-269-6084. HeleneWilliamsReiki.com. Teens Writing Workshop – 2-4pm. (4-wk series: 10/20, 11/17, 12/8). “Writing Made Wonderful.” Inspiring young people to love writing, without fear - in school or out. A playful, safe haven of warmth, whimsy, and trust. No grades, grammar, or judgment. Sharing optional. Laughter a must. Call for info/fees. Write From The Heart Lancaster Studio. 717-393-4713. WriteFromTheHeart.us.
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 22 Children’s Writing Workshop – 2-4pm. (4-wk series: 10/27, 11/24, 12/15). “Writing Made Wonderful.” Inspiring young people to love writing, without fear - in school or out. A playful, safe haven of warmth, whimsy, and trust. No grades, grammar, or judgment. Sharing optional. Laughter a must. Call for info/fees. Write From The Heart Lancaster Studio. 717-393-4713. WriteFromTheHeart.us.
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savethedate FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 – SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 29 Mid-Atlantic Women’s Herbal Conference – Friday, 3-6pm. Saturday, registration 7:30-9am. Opening Circle 9am. Workshops and events throughout the day/evening. Ending Sunday, 8am-2:15pm. See website for details on conference times. Join a very special weekend honoring age-old wisdom of herbal and natural medicines. Speakers, vendors, over 20 workshop options, lodging, camping, and healthy meals (including vegan and GF options). Kids camp for ages 3-12 during Saturday workshops. For more information: 610-683-9363. BotanicWise.com.
2nd Annual Weekend Retreat for Men in Recovery – thru 9/29. Explore the connection between the 12 Steps and the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius and develop a self-reflective spiritual path rooted in the 12 Steps and shaped by the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius Loyola, founder of the Jesuits. Jesuit Center for Spiritual Growth, 501 N Church St, Wernersville. For info/register: MLeonowitz@ jesuitcenter.org. 610-670-3642. JesuitCenter.org/ DirectedRetreats_ByLength.
savethedate SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 Guts & Glory 6th Annual Digestive Wellness Expo – 11am-3pm. Enjoy a fun-filled day of nutrition awareness lectures, vendors of healthy living products and services, kid-targeted zones on healthy eating and exercise, health screenings, tasting booths, a massage tent, farmers’ market, local music, healthy food and drinks and more. Free. First Energy Stadium, Reading. MyGutInstinct.org.
savethedate SATURDAY, OCTOBER 5 Ancient Mysteries of the Spiral Path Labyrinth – 9am-4pm (plus Sunday 10am service). Learn the meaning of the Triple Spiral, develop a personal trinity of belonging, discover a new meditation tool. Rev. Kathleen McKern Verigin shares the ancient history, heritage and spiritual journey. Event includes lunch and a reception following the Sunday service. Free. Registration required: 3Spiral@gmail.com. Unitarian Universalist Church, 538 W Chestnut St, Lancaster. 717-393-1733. UUCLOnline.org.
savethedate SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19 & SUNDAY, OCTOBER 20 Natural Living & Holistic Expo – 10am-6pm. Sunday 10am-5pm. Enjoy a variety of healthy products, local artisans and natural wellness practitioners. Free lectures and workshops as well as paid workshops throughout the weekend. Free chair massage and natural product samples. $5/day or $7/weekend. Farm and Home Center, 1383 Arcadia Rd, Lancaster. 717-932-6899. NaturalLivingPA.com.
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Yin Yoga – 9-10:15am. Allow Sudha Mataji to lead you through a Yin Yoga oriented class with the intention of connecting 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 Prayer Teaching – 7-8:15pm. Free. Chapel, Saint James Episcopal Church, corner of Duke & Orange Sts, Lancaster. SaintJames Lancaster.org.
SUP Yoga at Blue Marsh – 10-11:30am. Enjoy a gentle and therapeutic yoga practice to challenge balance and engage mind, body and spirit in the beauty of the outdoors and on the water. Standing optional; all movements can be performed prone or supine. Beginners welcome. $35. Register: AOPaddle.com. Wisdom Circle – 10:30am-11:30pm. Join Sudha Mataji for an open and practical discussion on the philosophy and aspects of yoga as they pertain to everyday life and finding peace in the world as it is today. All welcome to attend and contribute thoughts. By donation. Kula Kamala Foundation & Yoga Ashram, 17 Basket Rd, Reading. 484-5095073. KulaKamalaFoundation.org. Contemplative Service – 5-6pm. St James offers a simplified liturgy with readings and music around earth and creation; a 20-minute period to meditate, sit in nature, or walk the labyrinth; and Holy Communion the last Sunday of the month. Outdoor bathroom available. Rain or shine; check website for info in case of rain. Free. Lancaster Country Day School Labyrinth, 725 Hamilton Rd, Lancaster. 717-397-4858. SaintJamesLancaster.org.
monday Hot Bikram & Flow with Jen – 5:30-6:30pm. $12. Call to reserve your spot. The Restorative Center/ Tula Yoga, 6 Hearthstone Court, Ste 304, Reading. 610-781-1430. TheRestorativeCenter.com.
tuesday Meditation and Satsang – 6-8pm. Every Tuesday through Friday join us for an early morning meditation (Silent, Japa, Mindfulness, etc) followed by a relaxed and open discussion with Sudha Mataji on various yogic scriptures. This program is by donation. Donations support the work of the ashram and are appreciated. Kula Kamala Foundation & Yoga Ashram 17 Basket Rd, Reading 484-509-5073. Contemplative Prayer/Meditation – 8-8:30am. Free. Chapel, Saint James Episcopal Church, corner of Duke & Orange Sts, Lancaster. SaintJamesLancaster.org. Gentle Yoga – 8-9am. A safe, simple approach, in a slow and easy-paced class. Offers deep breathing, relaxation and stretching while building strength and flexibility throughout the body. For beginning yoga practice, recovery from an injury or a modified approach. $12. Register with Birdsboro Fitness & Splash, 320 W Main St, Birdsboro. 610-575-0888. AOPaddle.com. Truth About Health – 6:30-7pm. Dr. Risser provides education on health and wellness. Free.
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wednesday Truth About Health – 12:30-1:30pm. Dr. Risser provides education on health and wellness topics. Free. Reservations requested. George's Chiropractic, 1676 Manheim Pike, Lancaster. 717-569-5731. GeorgesChiropractic.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. Ultimate Health Workshop – 7pm. Learn how natural health care can change your life. New topics presented and up for discussion each week. Free. Heath Wellness Center,14 West 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 recharged for the rest of your week! By donation. Kula Kamala Foundation & Yoga Ashram, 17 Basket Rd, Reading. 484-509-5073. KulaKamala Foundation.org.
thursday Contemplative Prayer/Meditation – 8-8:30am. Free. Chapel, Saint James Episcopal Church, corner of Duke & Orange Sts, Lancaster. SaintJames Lancaster.org. CBD Social – 7-8:30pm. Suffering with pain, anxiety, sleeplessness? Learn about the endocannabinoid system, why it needs cannabinoids and how full-spectrum hemp oil supports major body systems – improving quality of life. Admission and samples are free. Registration required. To register, contact Dianna 717-940-9287, DCM028@hotmail. com. Lancaster location. Restorative & Meditation – 7:30-8:30pm. Restorative postures, yoga nidra, healing crystal bowls and seated meditation. $12/class. Call to reserve your spot. The Restorative Center/Tula Yoga, 6 Hearthstone Court, Ste 304, Reading. 610-7811430. TheRestorativeCenter.com.
friday Contemplative Prayer/Meditation – 6:45-7:15am. Free. Chapel, Saint James Episcopal Church, corner of Duke & Orange Sts, Lancaster. SaintJamesLancaster.org. Gentle Yoga – 8-9am. A safe, simple approach, in a slow and easy-paced class. Offers deep breathing, relaxation and stretching while building strength and flexibility throughout the body. For beginning yoga practice, recovery from an injury or a modified
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approach. $12. Register with Birdsboro Fitness & Splash, 320 W Main St, Birdsboro. 610-575-0888. AOPaddle.com. 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.
saturday Saturday Tea Tastings – 9:30am-4pm. Stop into Radiance and sample a monthly featured tea. Free. Radiance, 13 W Grant St, Lancaster. 717-290-1517. Indoor SUP Yoga – 10:15-11:15am. Enjoy a gentle and therapeutic yoga practice coupled with the soothing effects of water. Challenge your balance and engage mind, body and spirit while floating into a world of rejuvenation and respite. Standing optional; all movements can be performed prone or supine. Beginners welcome. $12. Register with Birdsboro Fitness & Splash, 320 W Main St, Birdsboro. 610-575-0888. AOPaddle.com. 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.
classifieds Fee for classifieds is $1 per word per month. To place listing, email content to Publisher@NALancaster.com. Deadline is the 10th of the month. FOR RENT PROFESSIONAL OFFICE SPACE – available within an established natural health clinic. Parking, private entrance, reception/ waiting room, common area with beautiful décor. Modern, attractive 650 – 1200 square feet available. 717-556-8103.
HELP WANTED FULL-TIME TECHNICIANS – Aid in the removal of mold and indoor construction demolition. Must be team-oriented, detailed, hard-working, have great communication skills and compassion towards people in need of help. Expect heavy lifting. Company pays training and certifications. Clean driving record, clean drug test and ability to pass background check are musts. Contact DC Eager: 717-989-5763. ANIMAL CARE VOLUNTEER – Help Take Heart Counseling with barn chores and care for horses, goats and cats. Our mission: Empowering individuals and families to find hope, healing, and wholeness through therapeutic work with horses. For more info: Volunteer@ TakeHeartCounseling.com.
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JANGDHARI FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC
Connecting you to the leaders in natural health care and green living in our community. To find out how you can be included in the Community Resource Guide, email Publisher@NALancaster.com or visit NALancaster.com or NABerks.com. ACUPUNCTURE LANCASTER ACUPUNCTURE
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 27.
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 INTEGRATIVE HEALING ARTS STUDIO Christina Rossi, Practitioner 546 Penn Ave, Fl 2 • West Reading 30 Village Center Dr, Ste 5, Reading 610-451-9577 IntegrativeHealingArtsStudio.org
Providing an assortment of holistic healing services that include integrative massage therapy and bodywork, reiki and intuitive energy work, herbal medicine, aromatherapy, holistic nutrition, iridology, flower essences, Taoist arts and spiritual guidance.Services, classes and healing boutique. NCBTMB approved CE provider.
TERRY BROWN, LMT, MASSAGE THERAPY
1821 Oregon Pike, Ste 203 • Lancaster 717-569-0224 TerryBrown.MassageTherapy.com A Kripalu-trained massage therapist with 30 years’ experience, Terry specializes in Swedish massage, integrative massage, neuromuscular therapy, and polarity therapy and will tailor your massage to address your specific therapeutic concerns.
CHIROPRACTIC A THERAPEUTIC EFFECT
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.
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.
LANCASTER BRAIN & SPINE
1361 Fruitville Pike • Lancaster 717-299-9600 LancasterBrainAndSpine.com
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 13 and 15.
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 37.
GEORGE’S CHIROPRACTIC HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Beth Risser 1676 Manheim Pike • Lancaster 717-569-5731 • GeorgesChiropractic.com George’s Chiropractic Health Center has been serving Lancaster County for almost 50 years. Dr. Beth Risser, the current director, provides low-force tonal spinal and cranial adjustments: Torque Release and Cranial Release. Both methods provide a method to allow the body to return to proper healing and harmony.
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 22.
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 ad, page 39.
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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.
DENTISTRY DAVID A. SCHWARTZ, DDS, PC 9 Bristol Ct • Wyomissing 610-670-6910 SchwartzFamilyDental.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 36.
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 3.
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 on back cover.
Clutter/Hoarding Recovery 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 5 and 27.
HOLISTIC wellness ALTERNATIVE HEALING OF PA
2846 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 10.
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.
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. See ad, page 12.
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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.
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 ad, page 23.
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.
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 5 and 23.
NATUROPATH - traditional 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 ad, page 11.
NATUROPATHic doctor HEALTH FOR LIFE CLINIC, INC
Naturopathic Medicine & Acupuncture Ann Lee, ND, LAc 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. Specializing in hormone balancing and fertility. Visit the website for testimonials and more information.
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 9.
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 15.
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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reiki LANCASTER REIKI CLINIC
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.
Dr. Keith Sheehan Laura Sheehan 1301 E King St • Lancaster 717-392-6606 SheehanChiropractic.com
HELENE WILLIAMS REIKI
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 15.
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 16.
ORGANIC HAIR SALON MANSION ON MAIN ORGANIC SALON
119 W Main St • Leola 717-656-0208 TheMansionOnMain.us Refresh your mind, body and spirit with natural and organic products for hair and skin. Enjoy a full menu of salon services selected to support your holistic lifestyle including Organic Color Systems, Shear Miracles, John Masters Organics, Max Green Alchemy, Zoya. Specializing in cuts, color, bridal, extensions and more. Also offering monthly DIY EO workshops.
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.
Helene Williams, BSN, RN 313 W Liberty St, Ste 203 • Lancaster 717-269-6084 HeleneWilliamsReiki.com
SKIN/BODY CARE MELANIN ESSENTIALS
Contact@MelaninEssentials.com MelaninEssentials.com Facebook.com/MelaninEssentials Instagram.com/MelaninEssentials Looking for a solution to dry skin? Do you struggle with moisturizing and detangling your kinky/curly hair? At Melanin Essentials, we blend 100% all-natural and organic, toxic-free, vegan, ingredients to treat your hair and skin. We prioritize your health and beauty—from the inside out.
SOUND HEALING SOUNDWISE HEALTH
Lana Ryder, LMT, AADP, HTA 313 W Liberty St, Ste 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 Associates o ff e r b a s i c s o u n d t h e r a p y education, group sound events, private sound therapy sessions, sound circles, sonic massage, ReikiSound™️, ReikiVoice™️ and more.
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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 44.
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 ad, page 23.
WEIGHT LOSS Health by Design
Jeannie Peck, Traditional Naturopath 352 E Main St, Ste 100 • Leola 717-556-8103 • HBDClinic.com We can help you reach your weightloss goals by offering customized nutrition, body sculpting, weight loss and detoxification services. As you release stubborn fat, you’ll receive support and guidance through every step of your journey. See ad, page 11.
Yoga AQUA OM PADDLE
Birdsboro Fitness & Splash 320 W Main St, Birdsboro 610-575-0888 • AOPaddle.com All levels, gentle yoga, paddle board (SUP) yoga.
KULA KAMALA FOUNDATION & YOGA ASHRAM
17 Basket Rd • Reading 484-509-5073 • KulaKamalaFoundation.org Yoga therapy, practical yoga, retreats, kirtan. See ad, page 19.
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