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IMPROVE YOUR OUTLOOK ON LIFE IN GENERAL. Kline shares struggles in his own journey and how he resolved them with the help of his ever-entertaining guide, Jasper. The book also contains practical exercises for the reader to perform on their own.

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ith the start of a new year, many of us create a list of resolutions to improve our physical, emotional and spiritual health. Perhaps instead, we could make just one small but significant step towards the life we want to live by developing our mindfulness practice. According to Jon Kabat-Zinn, mindfulness is “none other than the capacity we all already have to know Kendra and Jacqueline what is actually happening as it is happening.” Our friend Lauren Sophia Kreider (Sophia-Says.com), creator of mindfulness cards for kids, says, “Mindfulness is being aware of the present moment without judgement.” Becoming more mindful first requires a desire to be more present to our lives and those around us, and can be as simple as taking a deep breath, pausing and settling in to what is happening inside and around you. Mindfulness can be further developed with help from a routine of quiet meditation or yoga. From these practices, we can become aware of what might require more (or less) attention in our lives. We begin to make shifts, naturally addressing those things that typically end up on our new year’s resolution list—but with more understanding of why. For example, with awareness of our bodies, we might notice stiff muscles or joints or extra weight and realize that we need to increase our movement. We would be free to make choices to support that awareness by spending more active time in nature, taking a dance class, visiting the gym, taking a walk. Tuning in to how we feel as we are eating and immediately afterwards might lead us to explore healthier or different choices in our foods. With mindfulness, changes can be small and may involve not only what we eat, but how and where we eat and with what energy and intention our food is prepared. What we are able to realize by being present in the moment is unlimited; as we become more in tune with our inner self, with our bodies, with others and with the world around us, we have greater capacity to manifest the life we want to live.

With a warm welcome to a new year and a new decade, we ring in 2020 by mindfully turning towards opportunities to feel good, live simply and laugh more.

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Each January, Natural Awakenings features focused editorial on health and wellness to start your year off with ideas to support natural and vibrant living. This year, in addition to covering a variety of topics such as slowing down aging and supporting our immune system, we’ve expanded our pages and created a year-round tool—a very special Natural Living Directory issue—to keep on hand as a reference all year long. We’ve designed it so that you can easily and quickly access our community’s best integrative and natural living resources. Build your own 2020 Wellness Team by learning about local businesses, practitioners and products in the Foodie Guide, the Wellness Profiles and in our expanded Resource Directory section featuring a natural health glossary and more than 100 businesses that are geared to meet your health, wellness and sustainable lifestyle needs.

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Eating and drinking fermented probiotic dairy products such as yogurt, kefir, cheese and sour cream reduces the risk of heart disease for women, report researchers from the Netherlands that analyzed data from nearly 8,000 Australian women over a 15-year period. The effect was particularly strong for those that were obese and had Type 2 diabetes, according to the research. “In the process of dairy fermentation, beneficial compounds are released that have shown promise for improving glycemic control, blood lipids, cholesterol concentrations and blood pressure,” write the study authors.

Chomping on more nuts daily keeps the pounds at bay, according to research published in the journal BMJ Nutrition, Prevention & Health. Using records from three long-term longitudinal studies spanning 20 years and including nearly 300,000 health professionals, the report from Harvard University’s T.H. Chan School of Public Health found that increasing nut intake by a half serving a day—about 12 almonds or seven walnut halves—was linked to lower instances of weight gain and obesity. Swapping out a serving of meats, refined grains or desserts for half a serving of nuts was associated with staving off weight gain of between 0.9 and 1.5 pounds in any four-year period. A consistently higher nut intake of at least half a serving a day was associated with a 23 percent lower risk of putting on 11 or more pounds and becoming obese in the same timeframe. No such links were found for eating more peanut butter. The researchers suggest the high fiber content of nuts can make a person feel full longer, and that that the fiber also binds well to fats in the gut, affecting a greater discharge of calories.

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A Hawaiian beach that was formed by lava from the erupting Kilauea volcano in 2018 is already littered with invisible pieces of tiny plastic. The black sand beach named Pohoiki, which stretches for 1,000 feet on Hawaii’s Big Island, was created from shards of hot lava coming in contact with seawater, and looks pristine. Nic Vanderzyl, a University of Hawaii at Hilo student, saw the new beach as an opportunity to study sediment that was perhaps untouched by human influence, and discovered 21 bits of microplastics per 50 grams of sand on average. The microplastics were smaller than five millimeters and rarely larger than a grain of sand. Most of them, he says, were microfibers, the hair-thin threads shed from common synthetic textiles like polyester and nylon. This invisible plastic has washed ashore on some of the world’s most remote beaches, uninhabited by humans. It’s still unclear how it will affect marine ecosystems, but scientists think it may have dangerous consequences for wildlife and human health.

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The Bottom Line on Eco-Friendly Baby Care Taking care of newborn babies in an eco-friendly way can have a significant impact on both our environment and the little ones’ health. Treehugger.com reports that disposable diapers, made from a blend of plastic and wood pulp and often encased in additional plastic, remain for an estimated 200 to 500 years. A baby uses between 5,000 and 8,000 diapers before being potty-trained, generating 18 billion diapers annually in the U.S. alone. Further, a recent study by the French agency in charge of food, environmental and occupational health and safety says disposable diapers have been linked to allergic skin reactions and difficulties with potty-training because kids can’t detect as easily when they’re wet. It’s also cheaper to go cloth instead of the disposable route. Consumer Reports estimates parents spend $1,500 to $2,000 for disposable diapers before their child no longer needs them. GreenBabyGuide.com attests that the most affordable cloth option—prefolds plus covers—can cost as little as $243 over 2.5 years, which includes washing and drying expenses.

Tips for washing cloth diapers at AllAboutCloth Diapers.com include using a prerinse/wash that “agitates, spins and drains” (and to do a longer wash cycle if they aren’t getting clean), using the longest available hot wash cycle and an appropriate amount of water for the load size because “too much water, they are just ‘going for a swim’; too little water and they won’t be able to move, and therefore won’t get clean.” The Beginner’s Guide section of ClothDiaperTales.com provides advice on choosing from different types of new cloth diapers and covers, which are better for overnight use, what to do about leaks and how many diapers new parents might need to get started. It includes a chart comparing the pros and cons, average cost and some of the most popular, current brands, covering pre-fold, fitted cloth, snap-in/ all-in-two/pop-in, pocket and all-in-one cloth diapers. The nonprofit Real Diapers Association (RealDiapers. org) organizes local advocates and activists for cloth diapers via a member-supported resource center that plans campaigns, trains organizers, distributes educational information and supports local groups. Local Real Diaper Circles involve users with knowledge and tips to make cloth diapering more accessible and acceptable to parents.

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We know caloric restriction extends life. But no one wants to do it, because it’s no fun. ~Lori Taylor

In their search for secrets to longevity, investigators often look for lifestyle clues provided by long-lived populations. Those residing in what National Geographic Fellow and bestselling author Dan Buettner calls “Blue Zones”, for example, are more likely to celebrate their 100th birthday and escape chronic maladies such as heart disease and cancer—the two biggest killers in the U.S. Buettner has identified the “Power 9” lifestyle habits commonly practiced by centenarians living in the five designated Blue Zones—Sardinia, Italy; Okinawa, Japan; Ikaria, Greece; Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica; and the Seventh Day Adventist

LIVING LONG & WELL Age-Defying Habits and the Fountain of Youth by Melinda Hemmelgarn

t age 29, Betty Holston Smith, of Rockville, Maryland, weighed more than 200 pounds, smoked cigarettes and ate processed junk food. Now, almost 79 years young, she is a vegan ultra-marathon runner and an inspiration to anyone wanting to age well. Smith’s story underscores the findings of researchers that have long pursued the keys to a long and healthy life. Some of these factors—heredity, for instance—are beyond our control. However, the most critical ingredient seems to be our daily habits. Although we’ve all likely heard or read about someone that lived into their 90s, ate bacon, drank whiskey and smoked a pack a day, these individuals are outliers: In truth, longevity is determined by a combination of genes, environment, lifestyle choices and luck.

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For example, some individuals may be born with genes that confer longevity, but be unlucky due to where they live. The National Center for Health Statistics reports that life expectancy varies by zip code. That’s because where we live influences how we live, predicting access to healthful food, clean air and water, safe neighborhoods and stress-relieving green spaces such as parks and gardens. Genes are important, but our social and physical environments play a greater role in predicting our “healthspan” —the essence of a long and healthy life. According to researchers at the Columbia Center for Children’s Environmental Health, in New York City, even our first environment—the womb—can spawn diseases later in life if pregnant women are exposed to air pollutants, pesticides and the toxic stress of poverty.

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community in Loma Linda, California. Regardless of genetics, the following behaviors can help anyone slow the aging process and improve quality of life: n Eat a plant-based diet. n Stop eating when 80 percent full. n Practice stress reduction techniques. n Find a sense of purpose. n Engage in physical activity throughout the day. n Consume moderate amounts of alcohol with food and friends. n Join a faith community, regardless of denomination. n Belong to a social network that engages in healthy behaviors. n Share love and time with children, parents and partners.

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Survival of the Fittest

Tom LaFontaine, Ph.D., a clinical exercise physiologist based in Columbia, Missouri, says, “Mounting evidence shows that engaging in regular aerobic and strength exercise offers robust defenses against life-threatening diseases such as heart disease and several cancers.” One important marker of long-term health, particularly among women, notes LaFontaine, is bone mineral density (BMD). After menopause, BMD decreases in women and can lead to osteopenia—low BMD—and osteoporosis—pathological loss of BMD. “Women with osteoporosis are particularly at risk for fractures, especially of the hip, which can lead to a reduced lifespan.” LaFontaine recommends weightbearing exercises such as walking, jogging and high-intensity weight training to significantly improve BMD; and he’s proven that it works. “In 2012, we started a program called Older Women on Weights (OWOW), in which 40 post-menopausal women with an average age in the low 60s train with heavy weights. Some even participate in weightlifting competitions.” “We have observed women in this group move from osteopenia to normal BMD and from osteoporosis to osteope-

Finding Inspiration

Studies in centenarians have suggested that people who live long and in good health have a regular lifestyle. They spend time in community, eat meals and go to bed at regular times, in sync with circadian rhythms. ~Eve Van Cauter nia based on pre- and post-bone density DXA scans,” he says. What’s more, the women in LaFontaine’s program have formed new friendships, benefitting from a strong network of social support.

LEARN MORE, LIVE LONGER Blue Zones: BlueZones.com Reducing Environmental Cancer Risk, President’s Cancer Panel Report: Tinyurl.com/CancerRiskReport Life expectancy by zip code: Tinyurl.com/ZipCodeLongevity Plant-based diets explained: Tinyurl.com/PlantDietExplained Dietary Guidelines for Americans: Health.gov/dietaryguidelines/2015 Hara Hachi Bu: Tinyurl.com/HaraHachiBuDiet Food Sleuth Radio segments: Lori Taylor: keto diets and intermittent fasting: Tinyurl.com/LoriTaylorInterview Dorothy Sears: intermittent fasting and circadian rhythm: Tinyurl.com/DorothySearsInterview Eve Van Cauter: importance of sleep: Tinyurl.com/EveVanCauterInterview Tips to cope with loneliness: Tinyurl.com/TheEffectsOfLoneliness Vitamin N: 500 Ways to Enrich Your Family’s Health & Happiness, by Richard Louv Improve sleep quality by reducing exposure to blue light at night: JustGetFlux.com

Smith, the septuagenarian marathoner, was inspired to make a change nearly 50 years ago when her 3-year-old daughter teased, “You can’t catch me!” during an innocent game of tag. She knew she had to make a change. She tried diet pills, fad diets and other quick fixes, but realized they were worthless. However, each evening Smith tuned in to Gabe Mirkin, a physician who hosted a national radio program about health and fitness. Following his advice, Smith began eating a diet rich in organic fruits, vegetables, whole grains, beans, nuts and seeds, and says today she doesn’t want to put anything in her body that interferes with her lifestyle. She outlines the steps to her transformation in the book, Lifestyle by Nature: One Woman’s Break from the Unhealthy Herd to Roam Forever Healthy in Nature’s Lifestyle Change Herd. The first step—finding internal strength—is the most important, she says. “Most people have something in their lives they can point to for strength.” In addition to running 60 to 100 miles each week, Smith practices tai chi, meditates and enjoys camaraderie with her running mates. She also has an upbeat attitude, believing in the importance of passion, perseverance and “taking negative experiences and making them positive.” According to a report in the Journal of the American Medical Association Network, this spirit of optimism is protective against heart disease and other causes of death.

Eating Well, but Not Too Much

Food is a major contributor to both quality of life and life extension. Global and national recommendations to eat more fiber-rich whole grains, fruits, vegetables, nuts and seeds, and omega-3 fatty acids, while decreasing added sugars and sodium, all help reduce our risk for life-shortening diseases. The plant-based Mediterranean diet consistently rises to the top for its health-fortifying benefits. However, in contrast to our Western culture’s practice of eating until belt-bustJanuary 2020

Most people have something in their lives they can point to for strength. ~Betty Holston Smith the structures at the end of chromosomes that protect our DNA. The Mediterranean diet, with its abundance of protective antioxidant and anti-inflammatory nutrients such as vitamins C and E, polyphenols and omega-3 fatty acids, help prevent age-associated telomere shortening.

The Sleep Connection

Michael Grandner, Ph.D., director of the Sleep and Health Research Program at the University of Arizona College of Medicine, says Americans tend to see sleep as unpro-

ductive time, but it’s a “biological requirement for life.” In fact, it is one of the three pillars of health, along with good nutrition and exercise, says Eve Van Cauter, Ph.D., former director of the Sleep, Metabolism and Health Center at the University of Chicago. “Studies in centenarians have suggested that people who live long and in good health have a regular lifestyle. They spend time in community, eat meals and go to bed at regular times, in sync with circadian rhythms.” No matter how long we live, we want to make the most of our time on Earth. Beyond diet and exercise, finding our personal passion, reducing stress and spending time in nature and with those we love can add years to our lives. Despite our virtual social networks, real human connection is vital for physical and mental health. According to a report in the journal Heart, loneliness is as dangerous as smoking for heart disease and stroke risk. So volunteer, join a club, sign up for a community garden plot, yoga or dance class, or host regular potlucks or game nights—these just might be among the best prescriptions for staying young. Melinda Hemmelgarn, the “Food Sleuth,” is an award-winning registered dietitian, writer and nationally syndicated radio show host based in Columbia, MO. Reach her at FoodSleuth@gmail.com.

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NATURAL HEALING FOR HANDS Getting a Grip on Pain

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ost of us take our hands for granted until buttoning a shirt or opening a jar becomes a daunting task. Getting a grip on that pain and loss of function with holistic solutions can be a game-changer. Inflammatory conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis, as well as repetitive motion syndromes like carpal tunnel, are commonly linked to hand and wrist pain, and effective treatment relies on identifying the underlying cause. “Systemic inflammation will be an issue in any case, but the root condition needs to be addressed,” says Kiva Rose Hardin, a New Mexico-based herbalist and co-editor of Plant Healer Magazine. Carpal tunnel, for instance, is not always a repetitive injury syndrome; it can sometimes be triggered by endocrine imbalances such as hypothyroidism, she says. Susan Blum, M.D., author of Healing Arthritis: Your 3-Step Guide to Conquering Arthritis Naturally, agrees on both the role of inflammation and the importance of looking beyond the diagnosis itself. “Inflammation is a process in the body, an end result, and we have to go upstream, so to speak, to find triggers including stress, gut health, toxins and infections.” By finding the trigger, relief is within reach with non-surgical solutions and

We have to go upstream, so to speak, to find triggers including stress, gut health, toxins and infections. ~Susan Blum natural approaches such as physical therapy, specialized yoga, acupuncture, essential oils and inflammation-taming foods and herbs.

Gut Check

Factors like leaky gut syndrome, stress and inadequate nutrition can all kick inflammation into overdrive. The right dietary adjustments can go a long way toward putting on the brakes. “Inflammation from compromised gut health can contribute to both rheumatoid and osteoarthritis,” Blum notes. “Abdominal fat releases inflammatory molecules into the joints, so metabolic syndrome should [also] be looked at as a factor in osteoarthritis.” The simplest place to begin is to pay attention to food quality, she says. “Choose whole foods high in nutrients and fiber; eliminate all processed food; read labels to spot hidden sugars and food dyes.”

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Blum, the founder of the Blum Center for Health, in Rye Brook, New York, initially guides her patients on an elimination diet to find dietary triggers like soy, corn, gluten, dairy, sugar and eggs. She also recommends a diet that is 70 percent plant-based and includes cold-pressed, solvent-free oils such as high-quality olive oil. Blum cautions against nightshade vegetables like eggplant, tomatoes, peppers and white potatoes that can trigger osteoarthritis pain.

Exercise and Prevention

Improper posture can set off a domino effect from neck to fingertips, resulting in carpal tunnel syndrome and other troublesome conditions. Prevention can go a long way. “Stretching and strengthening are the best ways to prevent injury or pain,” says physiotherapist Kelly Picciurro, of Spring Forward Physical Therapy, in New York City. Picciurro emphasizes exercise for rheumatoid arthritis sufferers. “It’s vital that these patients maintain a certain level of mobility, and [physical therapy] can improve that.” Those with repetitive strain injuries also respond well to gentle yoga postures like tree pose, upward hands and upward fingers. In general, yoga helps upper body muscles support and align the hands, wrists and elbows.

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Acupuncture, especially with a focus on postural muscles of the neck and back, can be effective in reducing pain and inflammation. Hot and cold treatments can bring relief for arthritis flare-ups. Circulation and resulting improved cell nutrition can be achieved by employing heat via showers, baths and heating pads. For acute pain, cold from an ice bag or frozen vegetables wrapped in a towel for 20-minute intervals reduces swelling by reducing circulation and dulling pain signals. Pain-reducing herbs such as cat’s claw, aloe vera, green tea, ginger, borage oil and chili pepper can all help fight systemic inflammation. Curcumin, the active ingredient in turmeric, is also a heavy hitter. Blum recommends at least 1,000 milligrams daily of curcumin that is formulated with pepper or a phospholipid for optimal absorption. A 2018 study published in The Journal of Nutritional Biochemistry found that the combination of curcumin and black pepper can repress inflammation signals in the intestines. Essential oils such as peppermint, eucalyptus, ginger, Roman and German chamomile, lavender and balsam fir are also effective in reducing pain, and have anti-inflammatory properties. A few drops can be added to Epsom salts for a bath or diluted and rubbed onto the area three times daily. Marlaina Donato is an author and composer. Connect at AutumnEmbersMusic.com.

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STRATEGIES FROM THE EXPERTS Food tips from Susan Blum, M.D.

Replace refined sugar with maple sugar, coconut sugar or honey, all of which offer nutrients and minerals. Avoid overly processed agave nectar. If meats are consumed, choose organic and grass-fed. Choose whole grains.

Herbal suggestions from Kiva Rose Hardin For topical pain-relieving applications, look for a fat/oil-based preparation with mint or cayenne for faster action.

Powdered herbs in mass-produced capsules can lose medicinal efficacy quickly. Alcohol or glycerine-based tinctures are good choices that can be convenient when traveling. Ginger is an effective anti-inflammatory that can be added to food. Solomonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Seal (Polygonatum), sustainably sourced, is especially useful in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis; the rhizome of this plant seems to work on the synovial fluid of the joints. Reishi (Ganoderma lucidim) is an important part of any autoimmune formula. A decoction or extract is beneficial for arthritis, fibromyalgia and lupus. Ashwagandha (Withania somniferum) reduces stress and anxiety while moderating inflammation; it is especially effective in the treatment of autoimmune disorders and endocrine disruption. Hawthorn (Crataegus) reduces systemic inflammation and has a moderating effect on most forms of arthritis and joint pain; it also strengthens the collagen matrix of the body and supports overall joint health.

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Here is a guide to the care and feeding of the inner fortifications that fight off disease, supporting long-term wellness.

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GUT CHECK Feeding the Immune System

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educing stress, sleeping enough, exercising and getting sunlight are all known strategies for improving the body’s ability to protect itself from harm. However, the most important factor in building a rock-star immune system is nutrition.

About 70 percent of the immune system resides in the gastrointestinal tract—home to a microbiome that contains trillions of bacteria. It works as a complex ecosystem in which the good bacteria prevent the bad bacteria from taking hold and causing illness or disease. Eating plants promotes the robust growth of that good bacteria. “The GI microbiome evolved closely with our immune systems and under the influence of the plants our ancestors ingested,” says Holly Poole-Kavana, who practices herbal medicine in Washington, D.C. Yet about 90 percent of Americans don’t eat enough fruits and vegetables, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The consequent weakening of the microbiome is a double-edged sword, because the processed foods Americans commonly consume promote the growth of harmful microbes. The 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans indicates that added sugars, saturated fats and sodium eaten by most Americans are far above recommended amounts. This tipping of the scales causes weight gain, toxin buildup and immune system dysfunction.

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Plants and grains on grocery shelves today are typically processed into bread, cereal, pasta, desserts and snacks, abundant in added sugars, salt, detrimental fats and chemical additives. These altered foods slam the gut’s immune protection and increase the risk of chronic disease.

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A Czech Republic study on food additives found that gut microbes that fought inflammation were harmed by additives. According to the research, “Permanent exposure of human gut microbiota to even low levels of additives may modify the composition and function of gut microbiota, and thus influence the host’s immune system.” And of course, be wary of sugars. Anything that turns into sugar in the system—think carbs like refined bread products and pasta, not just sweets—is an immune-depressing culprit, says Heather Tynan, a naturopathic doctor at Evergreen Naturopathic, in San Diego. “The level of germ-fighting activity your immune system is able to maintain after a sugary meal decreases for a number of hours.” Saturated fats also alter immune cells, disrupting their functions and triggering inflammation. Getting away from processed food cravings can be a challenge, because the foods provide a temporary energy boost. Dorothy Calimeris, of Oakland, California, a certified health coach and author of three anti-inflammatory cookbooks, suggests that cravings mean the body needs something, but it may be rest or water. “By focusing on

The level of germ-fighting activity your immune system is able to maintain after a sugary meal decreases for a number of hours. ~Heather Tynan eating higher-quality nutrients, we can limit and eventually eliminate the cravings.”

Eat the Rainbow

Fruits and vegetables get their colors from phytochemicals, which provide the human microbiome with antioxidants, minerals and vitamins that keep the gut healthy and help the immune system combat cellular damage. National guidelines suggest Americans eat 10 servings of plants a day, ideally two each from the green, red, white, purple/blue and orange/ yellow categories. But data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Surveys show that eight out of 10 people in the U.S. don’t get enough of any color category. “A good strategy is to add one new vegetable a week to your grocery cart,” suggests Canadian nutritionist Lisa Richards,

founder of TheCandidaDiet.com. “Blending fruits and vegetables into shakes or smoothies is also an effective way to eat the rainbow for those who are busy.” Whatever goes into the grocery cart should be certified organic, the only sure way to avoid ubiquitous genetically modified organisms (GMOs) in the food chain, which animal studies have linked to immune system damage. Herbs are also helpful to boost the body’s inherent ability to protect itself. Poole-Kavana points to medicinal herbs like astragalus and reishi mushroom, which support immunity and balance gut bacteria; antimicrobial herbs like garlic, thyme and oregano; and elderberry, an anti-inflammatory fruit that boosts the body’s ability to identify and eliminate viruses and bacteria. “The single greatest thing anyone can do for their health is to eat whole foods, including organic vegetables, fruits, highquality proteins, whole grains and healthy fats,” says Calimeris. Julie Peterson writes from rural Wisconsin and can be reached at JuliePeterson2222@gmail.com.

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Creamy Turmeric Cauliflower Soup Turmeric is the darling of the anti-inflammatory spices. For best absorption, it should be combined with pepper. This soup gets its creamy texture from coconut milk, but other nondairy milk can be used instead. Yields: 4 servings 2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil or coconut oil 1 leek, white part only, thinly sliced 3 cups cauliflower florets 1 garlic clove, peeled 1¼-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and sliced 1½ tsp turmeric

Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook until the cauliflower is tender, about 5 minutes. Using an immersion blender, purée the soup in the pot until smooth. Stir in the coconut milk and cilantro, heat through and serve. Total cooking time is about 15 minutes. Excerpted from the book The Complete Anti-Inflammatory Diet for Beginners: A No-Stress Meal Plan with Easy Recipes to Heal the Immune System, by Dorothy Calimeris and Lulu Cook.

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any people have a bucket list of things they want to make sure they experience in this life. Tidying up that bucket list when it no longer reflects a person’s values and deepest desires makes sense. When reviewing our bucket list, we might feel inadequate or embarrassed because we haven’t accomplished what we thought we would. It’s okay if a goal is no longer as exciting as it once was. Guilt, frustration or embarrassment about what’s been

lingering on a bucket list for years might be signs that it’s time to dream different dreams. What’s on a bucket list might have been based on a need to prove ourselves to others. If we no longer feel the need to impress people or win their approval, we can move on to new goals. Maybe our family has always talked about traveling to the land of our ancestors as an important thing to do someday, but we don’t feel the same way. We might prefer to travel someplace where we can swim with dolphins or meet

people from a completely different culture than our own. Releasing the weight of having a bucket list heavy with other people’s expectations can help us feel much lighter. Maybe those bucket list items still spark some excitement, but it’s time to change the form of the experience. A goal to write a novel might turn into a goal to write our life story and turn it into a book. A goal to marry again might become a promise to ourselves to enjoy life with a new romantic partner, regardless of whether that leads to marriage someday. As we go down our bucket list reviewing each item, we can acknowledge which goals still inspire us and which make us feel dispirited. Tidying up a bucket list written in the past can be a good exercise in becoming more conscious of what we want to experience and why—and what dreams we are ready to release—because we have new aspirations now. If we’re spending our time doing what gives us a sense of vitality, happiness and well-being and there is something we haven’t done that generates a feeling of joy and anticipation, it should go at the top of our bucket list—and we should find a way today to start making it happen. Carl Greer, Ph.D., Psy.D., is a practicing clinical psychologist, Jungian analyst and shamanic practitioner. He teaches at the C.G. Jung Institute of Chicago and is on staff at the Replogle Center for Counseling and Well-Being, in Chicago. Learn more at CarlGreer.com.

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xercise is a proven deprived, overworked The key is to not component in and doing intense overtrain and to losing weight and workouts but not seeing do just enough to preventing cardiovascular weight-loss results, that’s adequately stimulate a signal that cortisol is disease and diabetes, but not all exercise regimens potentially too high and the system. yield the same results for needs to be addressed.” ~Beth Shaw everyone, especially when Fat-burning, highdaily stress is a factor. intensity interval training While workouts are often intended to (HIIT)—bursts of exercise with minimal reduce the body’s physiological response periods of rest in between—raises levels to mental and emotional stress, exercise of cortisol. These tend to decrease after a itself can serve as a physical stressor that workout, but can remain on overdrive if exacerbates the problem. This delicate HIIT is not balanced with low-intensity balance revolves around the stress hormovement. Add jam-packed schedules to mone cortisol. the mix, and the side effects of chronical While cortisol is needed to kickly elevated cortisol result not only in lonstart metabolism and burn fat, too much ger recovery time, but insomnia, fatigue, of it can increase the body’s fat stores. low immunity and failure to lose weight, Stephanie Mansour, host of Step It Up especially around the midsection—a With Steph, a weekly TV fitness program phenomenon that has earned cortisol the in Chicago, sees this correlation in her nickname “the belly fat hormone”. private practice for women. “Aggressive Balancing HIIT with yoga, Pilates, workouts definitely perpetuate stress, and elliptical training, swimming or walking aren’t always necessary for weight loss. If can help to reset the nervous system and one of my clients is stressed-out, sleep- bring the rest of the body back up to speed.

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Mansour works with a naturopath that analyzes her clients’ cortisol and other hormone levels. “One of the first things we focus on is helping the body move into the parasympathetic nervous system and out of the fight-or-flight stress response. One way we do this is by shifting into more relaxed workouts—gentle yoga, beginners’ Pilates class, light cardio or light strength training.” Fitness expert Beth Shaw chose a zealous approach in her own exercise regimen until high cortisol levels unraveled her health. The founder of YogaFit, a yoga teacher training program headquartered in Toronto, she emphasizes moderation. “The key is to not overtrain and to do just enough to adequately stimulate the system.” She recommends 30-to 45-minute cardio sessions and no longer than 45 minutes for weights. “Endorphin release from these two types of exercises should offset any release in cortisol.” When we exercise may be as important to achieving weight loss and enhancing overall energy as the type of workout we choose, a factor based on circadian

Aggressive workouts definitely perpetuate stress, and aren’t always necessary for weight loss. ~Stephanie Mansour rhythm—the body’s biological clock. There are some schools of thought that cortisol is higher in the morning, and therefore this is the best time to exercise, says Mansour, while others believe we should target the mid-afternoon slump. “I advise my clients to pick a time that simply feels good to them.”

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Hopping on a bike, going for a brisk walk or catching the waves on a surfboard can provide a great low-intensity, steady-state (LISS) cardiovascular workout, which aims for a low level of exertion for a long, continuous period. Repetitive motion for 30 to 45 minutes not only helps to balance cortisol levels, but according to a 2014 Australian study published in the Journal

of Obesity, it evens out fat distribution in overweight individuals. LISS also nudges the body to use fat as fuel, rather than taking valuable glycogen from the muscles. Yoga and Pilates classes, though distinctly different, offer valuable benefits. “If cortisol backlash is an issue, you definitely want to work with someone who knows the anatomy and physiology of breathing,” says Tori Brown, owner of The Pilates Room & Antigravity Studio, in Ithaca, New York. “By learning proper breathing techniques, practitioners are able to downregulate the nervous system into a more parasympathetic state, which leads to better focus, lower heart rate, better digestion, more optimal cortisol levels and improved sleep patterns. All of this leads to more focused workouts that build muscle while creating less stress on the nervous system.” Mansour suggests simple walking for stress-busting alternative cardio. “Brisk walking three times a week for 20 to 30 minutes is great to help reduce stress.” Marlaina Donato is an author and composer. Connect at AutumnEmbersMusic.com.

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longer sends speakers to schools. Instead, it encourages teachers to get the students outside working with partners like the National Park Service or the U.S. Forest Service to learn about real world problems near their homes, says Robert Sendrey, program director of environmental education. Motivation and inspiration are key, he says. “We were created to help make the environment more accessible, relatable, relevant and more connected to the average American’s life.” Rather than focusing on the negative aspects of climate change and the challenges ahead, NEEF promotes a healthy lifestyle and emphasizes the need for clean air and water. “We emphasize the well-being of people, which is directly related to the health of the environment,” Sendrey says. Success starts with a change in attitude and awareness, and ultimately needs to culminate with action, he says. For example, NEEF teamed up with zoos and aquariums for the Skip the Straw campaign, educating the public about the environmental harm caused by single-use plastics. The University of Wisconsin K-12 education program focuses on environmental impacts of the energy sector—especially on air and water quality. “If you are burning coal to produce electricity, it creates all kinds of atmospheric pollution—acid rain and soot that causes respiratory illness,” says Walz. “If we weren’t burning fossil fuels, urban smog wouldn’t even be a thing.” The energy curriculum for students includes content on biofuels and electric transportation. “For them, it is more thinking about the types of transportation they use, whether they are driving, riding a bike or taking a bus.” They don’t get to choose what kind of fuel the bus runs on, but they can be educated to be good future consumers, he notes. “I think they appreciate the issue,” Walz says of the students. “Middle schoolers bring the passion. That sort of raw, emotional angst is something we left behind in our teenage years. Adults have been way too complacent for way too long.” Yvette C. Hammett is an environmental writer based in Valrico, Florida. She can be contacted at YvetteHammett28@hotmail.com.

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When did you first hear of global warming?

Early in 1965. I was a special assistant to President Lyndon Johnson, and famous oceanographer Roger Revelle was a member of the White House science advisory committee. The scientific community had largely believed that we didn’t have to worry about carbon dioxide because the oceans would quickly absorb any excess. Revelle blew that consensus apart with his discovery that it was instead rising into the atmo-

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sphere—which meant slowly, then more swiftly turning up the temperature of the planet, as if the Earth was now a vast furnace; warming oceans, melting Antarctica, rising seas.

What was your response?

A twinge of disbelief, a little shock. But this was no wild alarmist sitting at that table. Well, LBJ took science seriously. As president, he gave the green light for the first official report on the potential threat to humanity from rising CO2 levels. Go online to “Restoring the Quality of Our Environment—1965,” and read Appendix Y4—Atmospheric Carbon Dioxide. He told us to distribute the report widely. One year later, his energy and attention and our resources were diverted to the war in Vietnam.

What prompted your sense of urgency now in taking the media specifically to task for its general lack of coverage of the climate crisis?

Reality. The hottest temperatures on record, fueled by greenhouse gas emissions. Hurricanes of extraordinary force and frequency. Floods, tornados, wildfires. Mass migration as a result of crop failures. A president who calls climate disruption a hoax. A cabinet and Congress protecting the profits of the fossil fuel industry. David Attenborough told the UN Climate Summit, in Poland,

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that we’re talking about “the collapse of our civilizations and the extinction of much of the natural world.” But our corporate media was more obsessed with the new “royal” baby born in Britain.

What is the nature of the Covering Climate Now project?

Covering Climate Now is a big cooperative effort to tell the true story of what is happening and what we can do to change it—the story of fighting back against extinction, of coming to our senses. Our aim is to help beleaguered journalists and news organizations to abandon old habits, adopt best practices and overcome the usual obstacles—such as how to convince their own management to invest in better climate coverage and how to pay for it.

How crucial will the role of media be in influencing meaningful action on the most critical issue of our time?

Who else will sound the trumpet and be heard? We can take our readers, viewers and listeners to the ends of Earth, where oil palm growers and commodities companies are stripping away forests vital to carbon storage—and connect the dots. We can take them to the American Midwest, where this past spring’s crops brought despair and bankruptcy as farmers and their families were overwhelmed by floods—and connect the dots. And we can take them to Washington, D.C., and a government that scorns reality as fake news, denies the truths of nature and embraces a theocratic theology that welcomes catastrophe as a sign of the returning Messiah—and connect the dots.

What accounts for your own sense of urgency? Photographs of my five grandchildren above my desk. Facts taped to the wall, like this one: The UN Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change—an essentially conservative body—gives us 12 years to make the massive changes to drastically reduce global greenhouse gas emissions 45 percent below 2010 levels. And something Roger Revelle said many years ago that is lodged in my head: “Earth’s our home. Let’s not burn it up.” Julie Marshall is a Colorado-based journalist and author. Connect at FlyingBurros@gmail.com.

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Issues that could point to CDS include: n Confusion or disorientation: standing in a corner, difficulty walking through doorways, walking in circles or trouble following familiar routes n Decreased activity: sleeping excessively, seeming withdrawn, lack of grooming, loss of interest in toys, people or food n Restlessness, anxiety or compulsiveness: waking often at night, whining or yowling, new fears, pacing or constantly licking n Attention seeking: wanting to be near humans and showing high distress when left alone n Incontinence: soiling the house after previously being house-trained n Irritability or aggression: growling/ hissing or biting without cause These troubles could also be indicative of a treatable condition, such as a

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Caring for the Patient While CDS will continue to alter brain and nerve function, there is some hope for pet lovers faced with the diagnosis in the early stages. Thomas recommends a natural approach that includes diet modification, filtered water, vitamin and herbal supplements, and eliminating stress. Diffusing calming essential oils can be helpful for dogs (and humans), but is not recommended for cats. Kathryn Sarpong, DVM, a veterinarian at Metro Paws Animal Hospital, in Dallas, also recommends dietary changes to her patients. “Recent studies have shown that medium-chain triglycerides may be helpful, and they are in some senior pet foods. Supplementation of melatonin may help with sleep-wake cycles.” Anxiety often becomes part of the animal’s new normal, but pet parents can help cats and dogs with this by keeping them as active as possible, introducing new toys and interacting. “Keep your dog’s mind active by providing games and opportunities for play.

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With time, CDS patients may lose hearing or sight in addition to experiencing a progression of symptoms. “Make sure your home is predictable and safe,” says Lunghofer. Use gates to close off stairs or move furniture or other items that could be hazardous.

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~Lisa Lunghofer Daily walks provide not only exercise, but also mental stimulation,” says Lisa Lunghofer, Ph.D., executive director of The Grey Muzzle Organization, in Washington, D.C. Pets with anxiety or pain may benefit from cannabidiol (CBD) products. Clarissa Valdes, a homemaker in Homestead, Florida, has a 15-year-old cat with CDS. Minini would wander around in the house, looking lost. Then, the all-night howling sessions began. “We started to worry that she was in pain,” says Valdes. However, a veterinarian diagnosed CDS. “The vet suggested medication, but I wanted to go in a natural direction,” says Valdes, who started Minini on CBD oil. The cat finally slept through the night. A month in, Minini is doing better overall.

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

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

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

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

FRIDAY, JANUARY 3 Sacred Wisdom of Chakra Geometry – thru 1/5. Sacred geometry is an important key to the universal question of suffering and healing. Based in selfexpression, response-ability, creativity, oneness, and God consciousness, sacred geometry is the patterning of the connection between and within all that is. $199 includes dorm accomodations, meals, spiritual circle, discussion, activities, visualization, yoga, chanting, kirtan, intentionsetting. Kula Kamala Foundation and Yoga Ashram, 17 Basket Rd, Reading. 484-509-5073. KulaKamalaFoundation.org.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 4 New Volunteer Orientation – 8-10am. Take Heart Counseling & Equine Assisted Therapy invites anyone age 16 and older interested in sharing their interests and skills to a volunteer orientation. Opportunities include barn duty, special events, groups and more. Meet the team and the horses. Call Melanie to register: 717-925-0379. Take Heart Counseling, 4675 New Holland Rd, Mohnton. TakeHeartCounseling.com. Brand New Life, Brand New Key Book Signing – 1pm. David L. Kline, author of Brand New Life, Brand New Key, highlighting his spiritual journey and offering practical exercises to support others on their journey, offers a reading and book signing. Free to attend. Barnes & Noble, 1700 Fruitville Pike, Ste H, Lancaster. TheCollegeOfSpiritualKnowledge.com.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 7 Simple Supper Solutions – 5-6pm. Adults. Start 2020 with new healthy and affordable meal ideas. Join GIANT’s nutritionist for an interactive class that will leave you with many simple supper solutions the whole family will love. Free. GIANT, 550 Centerville Rd, Lancaster. Registration required at 717-293-1462 or Kilene.Knitter@GiantMartins.com. Coping with the Loss of a Parent or Sibling – 6:308pm. Are you grieving the death of someone you care about? Would you like to talk with others who have experienced a loss? Free. No registration needed. For info: 717-391-2413 or 800-924-7610. Pathways Center for Grief & Loss, 4075 Old Harrisburg Pike, Mount Joy. HospiceCommunity.org.

relaxing workshops awaken the creative spirit, gently, without intimidation or pressure. Write From The Heart. Free. Held at Ann B. Barshinger Cancer Institute, Lancaster. Call to register: 717-544-4636.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 9 Women's Fiction Writing Workshop – 6:308:30pm. 5-wk series 1/9, 16, 23, 30, 2/13 (2/20 snow make-up day. “Bringing Our Characters to Life.” A fun, non-intimidating look at how our characters spring to life on the page... when we least expect it. No grades, grammar or judgment. Mischief, a must. Call for info/fees. WFTH Lancaster Studio. 717-393-4713. WriteFromTheHeart.us.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 11 Kids Cooking Class: Hearty Winter Breakfast – 10am-12pm. Kids ages 8-12 will learn key kitchen skills, how to make quiche, skillet potatoes and more, and leave with recipes and confidence to make them at home. Aprons provided. Limited to 12 kids. $65. Pre-register. Zest Cooking School, 1180 Erbs Quarry Rd, Lititz. 717-626-6002. ZestChef.com. Vision Board: A Manifestation of Our Dreams and Desires – 12-4pm. Nancy Warble will guide us through the creative process with guided mediation, quiet contemplation and creative collage. $40adv/$45 door. Radiance, 13 W Grant St, Lancaster. 717-290-1517.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 12 Vision Board: A Manifestation of Our Dreams and Desires – 12-4pm. Nancy Warble will guide us through the creative process with guided mediation, quiet contemplation and creative collage. $40adv/$45 door. Radiance, 13 W Grant St, Lancaster. 717-290-1517. Children’s Writing Workshop Series – 2-4pm. (also 2/9, 3/8, 4/5). “Writing Made Wonderful.” A non-intimidating, free-spirited look at how creativity flows when we let go of our inhibitions. Write a poem, begin a short story, explore a memory, or just sit back and listen. No grades, grammar, competition, or stress. Beginners welcome. Sharing optional. P.S. If you're shy, bring a friend. Call for info/fees. WFTH Lancaster Studio. 717-393-4713. WriteFromTheHeart.us.

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Kids Cooking Class: Mexican – 4:30-6:30pm. Kids ages 8-12 will learn key kitchen skills, how to make rice and beans, tacos, and tres leches cake and leave with recipes and confidence to make them at home. Aprons provided. Space limited to 12. $65. Pre-register. Zest Cooking School, 1180 Erbs Quarry Rd, Lititz. 717-626-6002. ZestChef.com.

Writing Workshops for Cancer Patients and Caregivers – 6:30-8:30pm (8-wk series Wednesday evenings through 3/25, no class 1/29, 2/5, 2/26, 3/4). Creative writing - from the heart - makes a difference in cancer recovery. These thoughtful,

Women's Memoir Writing Workshop – 6:308:30pm. 5-wk series: 1/13, 20, 27, 2/3 & 10 (2/17 snow make-up day). “Exploring Our Life Stories.” Our memories have the power to illuminate, enlighten, and heal. Explore your story - happy or

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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.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 14 GRASP (Grief Recovery After a Substance Passing) – 6:30-8pm. A source of help, compassion, and understanding for individuals who have had a loved one die as a result of substance abuse or addiction. Free. Registration required for new attendees. Contact Marj Paradise at MParadise810@comcast.net. Pathways Center for Grief & Loss, 4075 Old Harrisburg Pike, Mount Joy. HospiceCommunity.org. Women’s Intro Writing Workshop – 6:30-8:30pm (5-wk series: Tuesdays thru 2/11). “Writing Without Fear.” A fun, non-intimidating look at how creativity flows when we let go of our inhibitions. Write... to relax, in our safe haven of warmth, whimsy, and trust. Beginners welcome. Sharing optional. Mischief, a must. WFTH Lancaster Studio. 717393-4713. WriteFromTheHeart.us.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 15 Cooking Class: Knife Skills 101 – 6-8pm. An essential class for anyone to get faster, better and smarter in the kitchen. Learn the pinch grip, lowrock technique, and honing, sharpening and proper care and maintenance. Take home your chopped produce and two recipes. A Wusthof Classic 8” Chef’s Knife ($149.95 value) is included in the price of the class. Hands-on class. $160. Pre-register. Zest Cooking School, 1180 Erbs Quarry Rd, Lititz. 717626-6002. ZestChef.com.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 16 Nutrition Store Tour – 5:30-6:30pm. Adults. Take a walk through the store with one of our nutritionists to discover her favorite products and learn quick tips for making better choices. Plus, get samples and coupons... all for free. GIANT, 1605 Lititz Pike, Lancaster. Registration required at 717-293-1462 or Kilene.Knitter@GiantMartins.com. Lancaster Reiki Clinic – 6:30-8:30pm. 25 minutes of reiki offered every third Thursday of the month. By appointment. By donation. Your donations allow clinic volunteers to continue their service to the community. The Farm & Home Center, 1383 Arcadia Rd, Lancaster. 717-824-9209. LancasterCommunityReikiClinic.org.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 17 Goddess, Goodness & Grace – thru 1/19. A journey into the essence and essential teachings of the Divine Mother. Yogic techniques and storytelling awaken the ability to know the power of Her Divine Lila (radiant playfulness). Appropriate for all levels. $199 includes dormitory accommodations, meals, spiritual circle, satsang, rituals and sharing, yoga, meditation, chanting. $199. Kula Kamala Foundation & Yoga Ashram. 17 Basket Rd, Reading. 484-509-5073. KulaKamalaFoundation.org.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 18 Polar Bear 5K Run/Walk – 10am (check-in starts at 8:30am). Join the fun with a 5K trail run/ walk. Participants may also bring their dogs (on leash) to run or walk. Fundraiser benefits free outdoor activities and educational programs of

the Sierra Club. $25/$30/$35. Lancaster County Park, Pavilion 22 (Kiwanis Lodge), Lancaster. LancasterSierraClub.org.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 25 Tarot Readings with Magdalen – 10am-4pm. Just as the natural world offers guidance, inspiration, support and insight; so too can the artistic renderings of tarot imagery. $50. Radiance, 13 W Grant St, Lancaster. 717-290-1517. 2020 is Hindsight: Journaling with the End in Mind – 1-3pm. Beginning from the end, we will take the long view of our personal narratives and write out our own life tribute. Guided by writer Jill Althouse-Wood. $25adv/$30door. Radiance, 13 W Grant St, Lancaster. 717-290-1517.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 26 Teen’s Writing Workshop Series – 2-4pm. (also 2/23, 3/22, 4/19). “Writing Made Wonderful.” A non-intimidating, free-spirited look at how creativity flows when we let go of our inhibitions. Write a poem, begin a short story, explore a memory, or just sit back and listen. No grades, grammar, competition, or stress. Beginners welcome. Sharing optional. P.S. If you're shy, bring a friend. Call for info/fees. WFTH Lancaster Studio. 717-393-4713. WriteFromTheHeart.us.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 28 Coping with Loss of a Spouse or Companion – 2-3:30pm. Are you grieving the death of someone 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, JANUARY 30 Cooking Class: Parent/Grandparent and Me – 5:30-7:30pm. Children ages 6-12 years will create a delicious and nutritious meal alongside a special adult in their life. Linda Leeking will teach basic kitchen skills and apply it to some favorite winter comfort foods that the whole family will enjoy. Space limited. Hands-on class. $80/1 adult + 1 child. Pre-register. Zest Cooking School, 1180 Erbs Quarry Rd, Lititz. 717-626-6002. ZestChef.com.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 31 Violin Meditation – 7-8:15pm. Heart chakra focus. Professional violinist and yoga teacher Helena Lalita will guide students through a short session of gentle movement & breathing followed by long, deep relaxation and sound bathing. $20adv/$25 door. Radiance, 13 W Grant St, Lancaster. 717290-1517.

savethedate FEBRUARY 5-8 PASA Sustainable Agriculture Conference – Farmers, food system professionals, educators, advocates, homesteaders, and others will gather intensive learning on 100+ food and farming topics. Educational sessions are interspersed with networking, live music, a seed swap, knitting circles, movie screening and regionally sourced meals. Held at the Lancaster Convention Center, downtown Lancaster. For info and registration: 814-349-9856 or PASAFarming.org.

savethedate Girls Grow Strong Workshop Series Growing Inward: February 29, 9:30am-3pm Growing Upward: April 26, 9:30am-3pm Growing Outward: September 12, 9:30am-3pm Growing Strong: November TBD A series of four, day-long workshops inviting young women, grades 7-9, to explore their inner lives and unique identities, as they deepen their connection to themselves, others, and the natural world. Workshops include conversation, art, mindfulness practices, and activities. Held on the beautiful campus of the Jesuit Center in Wernersville. $50/session. To register: TinyURL.com/GrowStrongWinter. Questions: AnnetteLGarber@gmail.com.

savethedate Jesuit Center Late Winter/Spring Events “Rend Your Hearts”: Ash Wednesday Day of Prayer with Susan Bowers Baker. Wednesday, February 26 Lenten Weekend Directed Retreat. Friday, March 6 – Sunday, March 8 “Celebration of Women”: Opus One Concert. Sunday, March 8 Lenten Day of Prayer. Saturday, March 28 “I Carry Your Heart” Holy Week / Guided Weekend Retreat. Friday, April 3 – Sunday, April 5 Jesuit Center for Spiritual Growth, Wernersville, PA. Contact Melinda at MLeonowitz@ JesuitCenter.org. JesuitCenter.org.

savethedate The Path Between Us Conference: The Enneagram and Healthy Relationships with Suzanne Stabile

Do you suffer from anxiety? Are you stressed out? Do you feel tension in your body? Are you always tired?

Friday, March 27, 2020 • 6-9pm Saturday, March 28 2020 • 9am-5pm

REIKI CAN HELP !

Relationships are challenging, whether with intimate partners, friends, family members, or professional colleagues. Learn how the Enneagram can guide you into more profound insights about yourself, God, and those around you so that you can experience healthier, more life-giving relationships. Presented by Parish Resource Center. Forest Hills Mennonite Church, 100 Quarry Rd, Leola. Tickets: ParishResourceCenter.org 717-299-1113.

“I felt so relaxed after my session and my pain was completely relieved.” ~ L.C.

Find out how Reiki can benefit YOU! Book your session today. Helene Williams, BSN, RN, RMT

Reiki Teacher/Practitioner Reiki in Health Care Consultant 313 West Liberty St, Ste 203, Lancaster

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Free. Greater Reading Mental Health Alliance, 1234 Penn Ave, Wyomissing. 610-775-3000. Ultimate Health Workshop– 7pm. Learn how chiropractic can support your optimal health. Topics vary by week. Call to reserve your spot. Free. Heath Wellness Center, 14 W Main St, Landisville. 717-530-5555. HeathChiropractic.com.

sunday 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. Wisdom Circle – 10:30-11:30am. 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. 484-509-5073. KulaKamalaFoundation.org. Contemplative Service – 5-6pm. A simplified liturgy with readings and music. Free. Saint James Episcopal, corner of Duke & Orange, Lancaster. SaintJamesLancaster.org.

monday Hot Bikram & Flow with Jen – 5:30-6:30pm. Call to reserve your spot. $12. The Restorative Center/ Tula Yoga, 6 Hearthstone Court, Ste 304, Reading. 610-781-1430. TheRestorativeCenter.com.

tuesday Meditation and Satsang – 6-8am. Every Tuesday through Friday Sudha Mataji offers early morning meditation (Silent, Japa, Mindfulness, etc) followed by a relaxed and open discussion on various yogic scriptures. By donation. Kula Kamala Foundation & Yoga Ashram 17 Basket Rd, Reading 484-5095073. KulaKamalaFoundation.org. Contemplative Prayer: Meditation – 8-8:30am. Free. Chapel, Saint James Episcopal, corner of Duke & Orange, Lancaster. SaintJamesLancaster.org.

Unfolding Love Personal Growth Group – 12:302:30pm. Explore in a gentle yet powerful way the hidden patterns that influence our relationships, health, work and attitudes. $25. Reservations required: 717-466-0788 or RealTrueKaren@gmail. com. Karen Carnabucci, LCSW, TEP. 313 W Liberty St, Suite 263, Lancaster. RealTrueKaren.com. Mindful Yoga – 5:45-6:45pm. Slow down your breath, your body, and your mind. $10. Yoga Studio at the Parish House at Saint James Episopal, corner of Duke & Orange, Lancaster. SaintJamesLancaster.org. Contemplative Prayer: Teaching – 7-8:15pm. Free. Chapel, Saint James Episcopal, corner of Duke & Orange, Lancaster. SaintJamesLancaster.org.

wednesday Mindful Yoga – 9-10am. Slow down your breath, your body, and your mind. $10. Yoga Studio at the Parish House at Saint James Episcopal, corner of Duke & Orange, Lancaster. SaintJamesLancaster.org. Little Sprouts Herbal Enrichment Class – 1-2:30pm. Kids ages 4-8 learn about kid-friendly herbs and their uses. Held Wednesdays and one Saturday a month, mini-lessons are centered around a different featured plant and include takehome materials, tea tasting, and making a natural remedy. $25. Registration required. Embark Herbals, 377 Church Rd, Mohnton. 833-336-2275. EmbarkHerbals.com. Stress Relief Support Group – 1-2pm. A guided meditation session to help ease tension and stress.

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 Classical Yoga with Roberta Strickler – 7am or 8:45am. Slow, sequential and energizing. $20/class. Radiance, 13 W Grant St, Lancaster. 717-290-1517. 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 717-9409287, 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, corner of Duke & Orange, Lancaster. SaintJamesLancaster.org. Mindful Yoga – 9-10am. Slow down your breath, your body, and your mind. $10. Yoga Studio at the Parish House at Saint James Episcopal, corner of Duke & Orange, Lancaster. SaintJamesLancaster.org. Restorative Yoga with Live Music – 6-7:15pm. Let go with few basic postures and learn how to prop yourself to achieve optimal peace and relaxation. Crystal bowls, gong, acoustic guitar, and a variety of other instruments provide soothing music. By donation. Kula Kamala Foundation & Yoga Ashram, 17 Basket Rd, Reading. 484-509-5073. KulaKamalaFoundation.org.

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. DIF K9 Training Orientation Session – 11:15am12:15pm. Contact Pat at Training@difk9.com for more information and to register. Free. Godfrey’s Welcome to Dogdom, 4267 New Holland Rd, Mohnton. 610-777-5755. GodfreysDogdom.com.

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NATURAL LIVING DIRECTORY 2020

Throughout the year, Natural Awakenings remains your local resource to a healthier, more balanced life. With each and every issue, we strive to bring you the latest information and resources available for natural health, nutrition, personal growth, green living, fitness and creative

expression. We are pleased to offer this special edition, which includes Wellness Profiles, the Natural Living Glossary and our extensive Lancaster/Berks Natural Living Resource Directory as a year-round reference to support you in leading a healthy, happy and balanced lifestyle.

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AROMATHERAPY Debra Stoltzfus, Clinical Aromatherapist.......................52 CANCER CARE Lancaster Cancer Center . ..............................................47 CHIROPRACTIC HEALTH & WELLNESS Agape Institute of Functional Health & Chiropractic......47 A Therapeutic Effect........................................................42 Jennifer Bealer, DC......................................................... 48 Jane Drobin, ND, DC........................................................53 Thomas Heath, DC...........................................................43 CONTINUING EDUCATION Sage Continuing Education.............................................52

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HOLISTIC HEALTH Deb Gallagher, RN, EEM-CLP........................................ 46 Holly Mann/Fresh Habits................................................ 44 Lana Ryder, Soundwise Health...................................... 46 Courtney Shober, Coach.................................................43 INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE Nicholas D’Orazio, M.D., PC............................................42 LAB TESTING Any Lab Test Now............................................................50 MOVEMENT THERAPY JourneyDance with Gisele.............................................. 49

COUNSELING Healing Spaces Behavioral Health..................................45

NATUROPATHY Jane Drobin, ND, DC........................................................53 Health By Design Natural Clinic......................................43

DENTAL CARE Owen Allison, DMD.......................................................... 51

REIKI Helene Williams Reiki, LLC............................................ 44

HEALTH FOOD STORE Second Nature Health Food Store................................. 48

SPIRITUAL CARE The Jesuit Center for Spiritual Growth............................52 The Urban Well............................................................... 49

PLANT MEDICINE CBD American Shaman.................................................. 48 Finnegan Farms, LLC......................................................50 My Herbal Apothecary .................................................... 51

WELLNESS Gardner’s Mattress & More.............................................45

HYPNOTHERAPY Annelle Soponis, Ph.D.................................................... 44

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Acupuncture....................................................................54 Bodywork.........................................................................54 Business Services............................................................54 Cancer Care.....................................................................55 CBD.Hemp Products.......................................................55 Chiropractic.....................................................................56 Cleaning Services............................................................57 Clinical Aromatherapist...................................................57 Clothing...........................................................................58 Coaching: Business.........................................................58 Coaching: Life..................................................................58 Coaching: Spiritual..........................................................58 Coaching: Wellness.........................................................58 Continuing Education......................................................59 Counseling.......................................................................60 Crainialsacral...................................................................60 Dentistry...........................................................................60 DNA Testing.....................................................................60 Essential Oils...................................................................60 Farming............................................................................ 61 Functional Health............................................................ 61 Functional Neurology...................................................... 61 Health Food Store............................................................ 61 Herbal Medicine............................................................... 61 Holistic Wellness............................................................. 61 Home Organizing ............................................................62

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Hospice/Palliative Care...................................................63 Hypnosis..........................................................................63 Integrative Medicine........................................................63 Lab Testing..................................................................... 64 Landscape Design.......................................................... 64 Lymphatic Therapy......................................................... 64 Mattresses: Natural/Organic.......................................... 64 Meditation/Mindfulness................................................. 64 Mold Remediation.......................................................... 64 Naturopath - Traditional................................................ 64 Naturopathic Doctor........................................................65 Nutrition...........................................................................65 Organic Hair Salon ..........................................................66 Pet Care ..........................................................................66 Reiki . ...............................................................................66 Retreats/Retreat Centers................................................66 Sound Healing.................................................................66 Spiritual Direction ...........................................................67 Spirituality........................................................................68 Therapeutic Writing.........................................................68 Thermal Imaging .............................................................68 Wellness Products..........................................................68 Weight Loss.....................................................................69 Women's Empowerment.................................................69 Women's Wellness..........................................................69 Yoga.................................................................................70

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A Therapeutic Effect 313 D Primrose Lane, Mountville, PA 717-285-9955 • Info@ATherapeuticEffect.com ATherapeuticEffect.com

Therapeutic Effect (ATE) offers a variety of holistic services to supplement a healthy lifestyle. Massage therapist Sue Ashton, and her husband, Dr. Andrew Ashton, chiropractor, purchased ATE in 2007 with a commitment to serving health to the local community.

Services offered: An array of therapeutic treatments and services that promote relaxation and detoxification. Areas of specialty: Gentle chiropractic care; low-impact Torque Release Technique; therapeutic massage offered in a range of modalities; colon hydrotherapy; far infrared sauna; ionic foot bath; whole-body vibration. Philosophical approach: “A Therapeutic Effect’s services focus on the body’s inherent ability for self-healing through natural methods.” 42

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Nicholas D’Orazio, M.D., PC Strasburg Health Associates 181 Hartman Bridge Rd., Ronks, PA 717-687-7541 • DrNickDOrazio@gmail.com

r. Nicholas D’Orazio, board-certified in integrative and holistic medicine, is highly trained with years of experience in natural health. He integrates conventional medical practices with a wide array of alternative health practices.

Services offered: Ayurveda; natural intravenous (IV) treatments including chelation therapy and natural injections; homeopathic, herbal and nutritional medicine; mistletoe treatments; physical rehabilitation; bodywork. Specialty areas: Chronic health problems, wellness practices, musculoskeletal issues, vascular and heart problems. Philosophical approach: “I am a physician who lives what I teach: to build and maintain health by balancing the mind and body.”

Courtney Shober Holistic Health, LLC Reading, PA 484-256-5704 • CoachCourtney@CourtneyShober.com CourtneyShober.com

aking a comprehensive approach to well-being, Courtney Shober helps clients assess current habits. Working together, they create and implement cumulative milestones to achieve greater intentions. She supports clients to better understand their own body and their power to live more vibrantly. Shober provides accountability, helpful resources and the necessary space to reflect on what a healthier lifestyle looks and feels like to each individual she has the privilege to advise. Services offered: Integrative Health Coaching Areas of specialty: Healthy eating habits, stress reduction, self-development and discovery, healthy lifestyle presentations and seminars. Philosophical approach: “The causes that lead to a lack of health are multi-faceted, and the path back to ideal wellness requires patience and determination. Making time to discover one’s true values creates an opportunity for beneficial decision-making and positive change. Discovering or rediscovering an authentic sense of self allows for empowerment and confidence to maintain well-being and enhance quality of life.”

Health by Design Natural Clinic

Jeannie Peck, Traditional Naturopath, LMT 352 E. Main St., Ste. 100, Leola PA 717-556-8103 • Info@HBDClinic.com HBDClinic.com

ealth by Design is a community-based, holistic wellness center focusing on educating others on the benefits of natural health and how to integrate natural remedies to help the body to heal. Services offered: Natural solutions for digestive concerns; hormone balancing; weight loss; food sensitivities; autoimmune conditions; Lyme disease; and chronic illnesses. Educational seminars are offered throughout the year on various health topics. Facebook Live events are held to encourage participation; they are an effective way to get questions answered on specific health topics. Educational opportunities: In 2020, Health by Design is focusing on a series of health talks about “How To Live Your Best Life.” Topics include teaching families how to use natural products effectively, which functional tests are appropriate for age and health conditions and how to use foods as medicine. Health by Design will also be seeing patients at Miller’s Natural Foods in Bird-In-Hand. Philosophical approach: “Our mission has always been to educate others on the benefits of natural health. Our vision is to educate as many people in our community and beyond on how to become their own health advocate and to make natural health care affordable for all.”

Thomas Heath, DC Heath Wellness Center, LLC 14 W. Main St., Landisville, PA 717-530-5555 HeathChiropractic@gmail.com HeathWellnessCenter.com

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e are a functionally integrative, spirit-, brain- and body-based wellness practice that uses safe, natural, advanced technologies to the find the root cause of dysfunction and disease,” says Dr. Thomas Heath. “We offer hope and healing to those who have been left hopeless. We help people of all ages from newborns to more than 100 years old.” The founder of Heath Wellness Center, Heath is a chiropractor with additional training in various advanced technologies. Services offered: Professional Applied Kinesiology; Quantum Neurology; NeuroEmotional Technique; nutritional testing; nutritional counseling; supplements, BrainTap; chiropractic care; food sensitivity testing; Heart Rate Variability testing; Frequency Specific Microcurrent; Pulsed Electromagnetic Frequency; and specific adjustments of the cranial bones. The Ultimate Health Care Class is held Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Areas of specialty: Health and well-being, post-concussion care, emotional stressors, bowel problems, fatigue, autoimmune issues and essentially any issues where there is an imbalance within the body leading to dysfunction or disease. Philosophical approach: “Our mission is to guide our patients to wholeness, health, wellness in mind, body and spirit and to inspire hope by providing individual care. Transforming the world one life at a time.”

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Annelle Soponis, Ph.D.

Fresh Habits

Certified Hypnotist and Instructor

nnelle Soponis earned her Ph.D. in biology from Carleton University, Ottawa, Canada. She is a board-certified hypnotist and certified instructor for the National Guild of Hypnotists (NGH), New Hampshire. Her credentials also include certifications in the following: master practitioner of neurolinguistic programming (NLP), National Federation NLP, Florida; stress management consultant, Charles Curtis, Pennsylvania; hypnotic age regression, Banyon Center, Texas; and spirit release, Lois Herman, New Hampshire. Bridge Hypnosis is client-centered hypnotherapy focusing on relief from anxiety and stress with the goal of making the client feel better. Sessions run for an hour. Free phone consultations are available. Services offered: Hypnosis; Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), Neurolinguistic Programming (NLP); regression; past lives; spirit release. Areas of specialty: Relief from anxiety, stress, pain, sleeplessness, fears and habits. Weight loss, past lives, spirit release and angel hypnotherapy for children. Philosophical approach: “My mission is to help make the world a better place by helping clients feel better about themselves. Clients then enjoy life more and add their positive energy to the planet.” 44

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olly Mann, the owner of Fresh Habits, is a wellness and personal success coach that specializes in helping overextended women reconnect with themselves through their fitness, nutrition and time management. She offers accountability and support as she helps her clients upgrade their daily habits and routines. Services offered: Fresh Habits offers personal training, custom remote coaching, nutrition support and time management strategies. Sessions are in-person or video calls for non-local clients. Areas of specialty: Fresh Habits Wellness Coaching specializes in observing and adjusting the daily habits and routines of their clients surrounding fitness, nutrition and time management. This style of coaching focuses on identifying what new habits could be established, what current habits could be upgraded and what old outdated habits need to be released altogether. Mann offers the accountability and support needed during the transition. Philosophical approach: “Fresh Habits takes your biggest challenges and breaks them down into easily managed tasks through your habits—small, consistent actions done daily that transform your life. Our mission is to facilitate conversations that create meaningful, fulfilling lives through Fresh Habits that last a lifetime.”

Helene Williams Reiki, LLC 313 West Liberty St., Ste. 203, Lancaster, PA 717-269-6084 • Helene@HeleneWilliamsReiki.com HeleneWilliamsReiki.com

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eiki is a path to self-healing and self-discovery which opens us up to a space of inner peace and harmony,” says Helene Williams, registered nurse and founder of Helene Williams Reiki. “Sessions are completely tailored to the individual, and classes are encouraging and thoughtful.” Services offered: Reiki sessions; Reiki classes; Reiki in Healthcare Settings; Reiki in Healthcare Consultant; meditation instruction. Areas of specialty: Reiki classes tailored to healthcare providers, continuing education credits for nurses and massage therapists, Reiki in healthcare programming. Stress, anxiety, depression and pain relief. Philosophical approach: “To provide quality, evidence-based education while encouraging and empowering individuals to access their unique and innate healing abilities in a safe and nurturing environment.”

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Gardner’s Mattress & More 830 Plaza Blvd., Lancaster, PA 717-299-6228 • Ben@GardnersMattressAndMore.com GardnersMattressAndMore.com

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ardner’s Mattress & More is Lancaster County’s favorite mattress store, specializing in mattresses made from natural and organic materials,” says Ben McClure, co-owner. “Voted favorite mattress store in Lancaster County for the last 10 years, our proven process to properly assess and fit our customers to the best sleep solutions has earned us more than 800 online and in-store five-star reviews.” Services offered: Full-service mattress dealer, which includes delivery, set-up and removal services; all mattresses come with a hassle-free, 120-night, in-home comfort guarantee; more than 20 natural/organic mattress choices; adjustable bed bases to resolve sleep issues like lower back pain, snoring, restless leg syndrome and more.

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Areas of specialty: Gardner’s provides monthly educational workshops, educating attendees on proper pillow selection, sleep positioning and solving sleep issues. These workshops are only $5 to attend and include lunch. Register online at GardnersMattressAndMore.com/seminar. Philosophical approach: “Gardner’s Mattress & More is committed to improving the lives of others through a better night’s sleep. We’ll always put you before us, saying what we’ll do and doing what we say, demanding excellence in all that we do.”

Healing Spaces Behavioral Health, LLC 313 West Liberty St., Ste. 257, Lancaster, PA 717-803-1328 • HealingSpacesBH@hushmail.com HealingSpacesBH.com

ealing Spaces Behavioral Health provides strengths-based psychotherapy services to individual adults and families. The office environment aims to inspire authenticity, comfort and collaboration between the clinician and client. In-home sessions for individuals with mobility limitations are also available.

Services offered: Healing Spaces Behavioral Health utilizes a strengths-based approach to mental health care and practices several different therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Areas of specialty: Primary area of expertise is with elderly persons and their families and caregivers, facing issues of grief, mental and physical changes associated with aging and discord within the family. Changes could include chronic pain, forgetfulness or persistent anxiety, sadness or anger. Philosophical approach: “Our mission is to provide mental health care that facilitates and supports each client’s growth, self-discovery and healing in an environment that promotes respect, curiosity, teamwork and authenticity.” January 2020

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Lana Ryder, LMT, CHHC, HTA

Deb Gallagher, RN, EEM-CLP

Soundwise Health Associates, LLC 313 W. Liberty St., Ste. 267, Lancaster, PA 610-301-4356 • SoundwiseHealth@aol.com SoundwiseHealth.com

Restore Your Energy Lancaster, PA 717-203-9666 • RestoreEnergy12@gmail.com RestoreYourEnergy.com

haring the healing power of sound, voice and music for 45 years, and being a holistic practitioner the past 25 years, Lana Ryder’s primary focus has culminated in sharing with, and educating others about, the healing power of vibrational sound. We do this in private sessions, group events, workshops, expos and corporate events.

Services offered: Integrative and intuitive sound therapy with numerous instruments and voice; sound meditation; ReikiSound; ReikiVoice; Soundwise Voice; Council of Sound Consultations, using sound and health coaching; Sonic Massage (combining sound and massage); massage therapy; holistic health counseling; home/office clearings and blessings; Hospice and Palliative CareSong; Divine Feminine Sound Collective; stress management. Areas of specialty: General health and wellness issues. Philosophical approach: “My mission is to inspire and educate our community about the many aspects of the art and science of sound healing, with wisdom, love and integrity.”

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onna Eden, the founder of Eden Energy Medicine says, ‘Energy Medicine is safe, natural and accessible’,” shares Deb Gallagher. “Eden Energy Medicine is a complement to other systems of medical care and, in itself, a system for self-care and self-help. It can address physical illness, emotional disorders and promote wellness and peak performance.” In addition to being an Eden Energy Medicine clinical practitioner, Gallagher is a registered nurse. Services offered: Individual energy balancing sessions working with nine energy systems; self-care exercises to enhance the healing process; classes teaching the 5-Minute Energy Routine; other energy balancing classes. Areas of Specialty: Hormonal imbalance, increase immune function, sleep disturbance, anxiety and depression. Philosophy: “Proper energy flow is as important as the flow of our blood. Stagnant, blocked energies lead to chronic disease. Assisting the body, we bring balance to our energy system, and in turn, the natural process of healing can begin.”

Agape Institute of Functional Health and Chiropractic 735 Fox Chase, Ste. 100, Coatesville, PA 484-593-0882 • Info.AgapeInstitute@gmail.com AgapeFHC.com

gape Institute was founded for the needs of those in our country that could not get answers from traditional health care. Functional medicine—the fastest growing form of health care today—is utilized at Agape. Functional medicine looks for the cause of why the body created the problem, instead of managing the symptoms with needless drugs or surgeries. Services offered: Functional healthcare services that are neurologically and biologically specific to each person. Functional medicine for patients with diabetes and thyroid disorders, Lyme disease, hormone imbalances and chronic fatigue. Functional neurology for concussions, post-concussion and balance issues. Neurofeedback for autism, attention deficit disorder (ADD) and attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), brain fog, anxiety and memory issues. Trigenics for knee and shoulder dysfunction, bone-on-bone issues and frozen shoulder. SculpSure for reducing stubborn fat in problem areas. Philosophical approach: “Our mission is to help as many people as we can by teaching, mentoring and applying God-given healthcare principles that add life to years.”

Lancaster Cancer Center Hyatt P. DeGreen III, DO (Tracy) and Lena Dumasia, M.D. Greenfield Corporate Center 1858 Charter Lane, Ste. 202, Lancaster, PA 717-291-1313 • Office@LancasterCancerCenter.com LancasterCancerCenter.com

yatt P. DeGreen III, DO, and Lena Dumasia, M.D., along with specialized healthcare professionals, provide comprehensive care for patients with both rare and common blood diseases, as well as progressive and compassionate treatment for cancer and related tumors. Services offered: Lancaster Cancer Center offers nutritional classes and education from their on-staff dietitian. Their comprehensive program also includes an onsite, physician-directed, medically integrated dispensary; onsite and licensed laboratory; and various other holistic support resources. Educational opportunities: Cooking and nutrition classes (Dishes 2 Nourish), patient family advisory council and insurance coverage reviews. Specialty areas: Chemotherapy, immunotherapy, hematology. Treatments are provided in their spacious treatment environment. Philosophical approach: “Our vision is to provide meticulous, uncompromising, medical oncology care, as well as integrative support services and educational programs, to meet the needs of our patients. We are committed to honor those we have the privilege of serving in both body and spirit.”

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BD American Shaman of PA is certified by the U.S. Hemp Authority and dedicated to bringing wellness to the community through ultra-concentrated, terpenerich CBD oil derived from all natural, high-quality industrial hemp. Free samples and third-party lab reports of all products are always available.

Services offered: Full-spectrum hemp oil manufactured using proprietary nanotechnology to make the products nine times more absorbable than other products on the market. Products include water-soluble topical cream, hemp flower, edibles, beauty and pet products and more. Areas of specialty: Cannabidiol (CBD) has anti-inflammatory properties that may relieve pain caused by arthritis, neuropathy, fibromyalgia, Lyme disease and more. CBD may also relieve stress and anxiety, depression and addiction. It interacts with the endocannabinoid system to potentially reduce inflammation. Philosophical approach: “CBD American Shaman of PA values transparency, compassion and knowledge. Excellent quality and service is demonstrated in each and every experience in order to earn lifelong customers.”

Second Nature Health Food Store 329 W. Main St., Kutztown, PA 610-683-5020 • SecondNatureHealthFood@gmail.com SecondNatureKutztown.com

econd Nature Health Food Store has been privately owned and operated by clinical herbalist Elaine Kilgannon since 1996 and offers a large selection of quality products, as well as excellent service from a knowledgeable staff. Services offered: Live blood analysis; free health consultations by appointments; free demonstrations; free classes and lectures on many important health issues.

Areas of specialty: Educational opportunities are provided for clients to learn how to conveniently and deliciously accommodate health and well-being with herbs, vitamins, homeopathy, organic and specialty foods and much more. Philosophical approach: “Second Nature aims to provide and promote healthy living through supplying the local community with supplements, organic foods and products, as well as expert herbal, holistic and lifestyle advice. We do this through education, providing quality customer care and constantly ensuring that our products are top-of-the-line and well-researched.” 48

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Natural Vitality Health Center at Bealer Chiro Plus 7842 Boyertown Pike, Boyertown, PA 1426 New Schuylkill Rd • Pottstown, PA 610-689-3700 Nutrition@BealerChiroPlus.com BealerChiroPlus.com

s a chiropractor, Dr. Jennifer Bealer has always understood the importance of taking care of the body. But it wasn’t until her own health issues began to affect her life that she discovered just how powerful using high-quality, nutritious food as the foundation for health and healing, could be. This changed her health in such a major way that it redirected her focus as a natural health practitioner. Using her advanced clinical training in Nutrition Response Testing, she helps people improve their health from within. Services offered: Nutrition Response Testing enables Bealer to identify areas where a client’s body is challenged and discover the underlying cause of symptoms. Additionally, by testing certain foods and whole food nutritional supplements, she can recommend nutritional and wellness plans customized for each client. Heart Health Program provides client-specific, optimal nutritional support for the heart, utilizing the Heart Sound Recorder device. Areas of specialty: Fatigue, brain fog, difficulty sleeping, anxiety, stress, heart health, digestive issues, weight loss, pain, hot flashes and general health. Philosophical approach: “We want to help the community achieve vibrant and optimum health through nutrition, education and other natural means.”

The Urban Well—A Source for Contemplative Practices Saint James Episcopal Church 119 N. Duke St., Lancaster PA 717-397-4858• Info@UrbanWell.org UrbanWell.org

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

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Services offered: Daily practices of prayer; meditation and yoga; teaching series; spiritual direction for individuals and groups; day and weekend retreats; children, youth and family day camps and retreats; addiction and recovery services; and 11th step meditation. Educational opportunities: • A Wisdom Way of Knowing with Marcella Kraybill–Greggo: an active body session, dinner, meditation and teaching. Three-part series: Feb. 11, March 31 and June 30. • Mercy Seminar with Professor Randall Zachman and The Reverend David Peck, for those who are seeking to deepen their understanding of God’s mercy and shalom in the world from an interfaith perspective. • Jesus in the light of ancient Israel and Jewish faith, February 27–April 2 • The cost of anti-Judaism: what Christianity lost, May 14–June 18 • Hope for the future: Jewish-Christian reconciliation, September 17–October 22 • Journey to Tantur Ecumenical Institute in Jerusalem, Israel, October 31–November 6 • Weekend Retreat with Matthew Fox, American priest and theologian, May 15–16 Philosophical approach: “We connect with others to study wisdom, teach practices, share hope, create community, seek reconciliation and build resilience for ourselves and the world around us.”

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Services offered: JourneyDance is a hypnotic container weaving expressive movement, guided imagery, ritual, voice and affirmation. We liberate ourselves on this spiritual and emotional journey that inspires uninhibited, free expression of the true self. Our minds become clear, free and positive; our bodies fluid, energized and powerful. JourneyDance calls us to heal, get physical, call on our inner resources and step into our highest potential. JourneyDance reconnects us with our innate state of joyous, funky and divine well-being. Experience this high-energy movement process and dance a spiritual practice. Areas of specialty: Adult classes and workshops; collaborations with other artists for day or weekend events. Philosophical approach: “Enjoy a journey of inner rhythms, expressive movements and spontaneity. Explore the supple fluidity of your body moving through space, the powerful interplay of gravity and the urge to move. Awaken, explore and balance the chakras. Dance and play from your heart. Soar as Soul. Guided movement, improvisation and community celebration facilitate deep opening and healing.”

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Finnegan Farms, LLC Amy Tyler Lancaster Marketplace 2084 Fruitville Pike, Lancaster, PA 406-880-3458 • FinneganFarmsLLC@gmail.com FinneganFarmsLLC.com

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ny Lab Test Now makes it easy for consumers and businesses to manage their health by providing direct access to clinical lab tests, DNA tests, drug and alcohol testing services, vitamin B12 injections and more. A doctor’s order is not necessary.

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Services offered: Custom formulations of oils and muscle rubs are available, as well as in-stock “Hempy Honey”, hemp hearts, loose and bagged hemp tea, CBD oil for pets and CBD treats specially formulated for dogs. Educational opportunities: A Meet the Farmer session will be held in 2020. Philosophical approach: “We are committed to producing highquality cannabidiol (CBD) and hemp products at affordable prices.”

Services offered: More than 8,000 blood tests, saliva hormone testing, DNA testing, Blood Kit collections, Drug testing, B12 injections and more. Areas of specialty: Direct access lab testing, doctor’s order not required. All lab tests are performed by nationally accredited laboratories that physicians know and trust. Philosophical approach: “Any Lab Test Now makes it easy for consumers and businesses to manage their health. We provide direct access to clinical lab tests, DNA tests and drug and alcohol testing services. Direct access means you can walk into any of our facilities and select which lab test(s) you want to have completed.”

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eidi Benard, owner of My Herbal Apothecary, creates herbal remedies and educates people about the plants that are used.

Services offered: Seasonal herbal subscription boxes filled with herbal support that can easily be used to support the body’s wellness. Each season, five to nine herbal remedies are specifically curated for that particular time of year, emphasizing good health year-round. Individual products are also available à la carte. Areas of Specialty: Using the rhythm of each season to create teas, tinctures, salves, electuaries, cordials and tonics to support health and well-being. Philosophical Approach: “I enjoy making plant-based medicine available to help people become less reliant on pharmaceuticals and work with their body’s natural systems to heal and support themselves.”

r. Allison recognizes that dentistry consists of two factors: relationships and health. When individuals visit Susquehanna Dental Arts, they can count on him not only as their dentist, but also as an advocate for the safest and most holistic treatments as available.

Services offered: Full-service, mercuryfree family dentistry; sensible treatment plans designed to meet patient needs; budget-friendly options to make the plan affordable; implant-supported dentures and partials; Invisalign for teens and adults. Areas of specialty: Ozone treatment to aid in periodontal healing and oral surgery, safe, mercury-free dentistry, safe mercury removal and rehabilitation with tooth-colored materials composite and Zirconium. Philosophical approach: “To provide our patient family with a quality dental service at a reasonable price.”

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ebra Stoltzfus, clinical aromatherapist, is the owner of Inshanti Pure Essential Oils. She provides one-on-one clinical aromatherapy consultations. She gathers a health history and can help decide what oil blends may best help each client. Stoltzfus can create custom blends tailored to each individual and their health issues. She works with a client’s physician as well. Services offered: Products from a natural source to help with healing, reduce and eliminate pain and help relieve symptoms of common ailments, such as colds, headaches, flu, sinus infections, allergies and asthma. Areas of specialty: Relief from acute and chronic pain, allergies, asthma, cold, flu, headaches, sleeplessness and fatigue. Philosophical approach: “My utmost concern is for my clients’ well-being. I offer pure essential oils as a natural alternative to chemical-based medicines.”

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

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Services offered: A variety of spiritual growth retreats and programs based on the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius.

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age hosts classes to help licensed massage therapists attain their required continuing education credits and expand their scope of practice. A wide selection of continuing education classes are offered. Opportunities not easily found anywhere else in the state are provided at an affordable price. Services offered: Participants can choose from a variety of quality and affordable classes taught by instructors who are experts in their field. The facility is fully equipped with massage tables. Educational opportunities: Advanced courses include: Massage Cupping Level 2, Table Thai Yoga Massage Level 2, Advanced Forearm Fusion, Advanced Reflexology and Advanced Sports Massage. Workshops listings: Basics of Cranial Sacral Massage, Warm Bamboo Massage, Oncology Massage, Lomi Lomi, Medical Massage, Pin and Release and Prenatal/Postpartum. Philosophical approach: “Sage Continuing Education is committed to providing our participants with the best learning environment possible, as well as providing as many opportunities for learning as possible.” 52

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8 – Take Nothing for the Journey? Packing for the Year Ahead: A Day of Prayer for the New Year with Ms. Christine Eberle 10–18 – Seven-Day Directed Retreat 24-26 – Weekend Directed Retreat Visit the Jesuit Center website to view more event, program and retreat calendar listings for 2020. Philosophical approach: “The mission of the Jesuit Center for Spiritual Growth at Wernersville is two-fold—prayer and hospitality. We foster spiritual growth while providing warm hospitality, simple accommodations and the beauty of our sacred building and exquisite grounds.”

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r. Jane Drobin holds Doctor of Naturopathic and Doctor of Chiropractic degrees from the National University of Health Sciences, outside of Chicago, Illinois. Using the principles of chiropractic and naturopathic medicine, she is able to guide, empower and educate so that her patients benefit from natural and effective management of their diseases in order to achieve optimal wellness. Services offered: Naturopathic health care, chiropractic medicine, functional medicine. Modalities of treatment include lifestyle changes; botanical medicine; appropriate supplementation; chiropractic adjustments; cold laser; cupping; laboratory analysis; functional lab testing; bio-therapeutic drainage; instrument assisted soft tissue therapy; acute homeopathy and more. Areas of specialty: Autoimmune disease, pregnancy, fertility, gastrointestinal complaints, weight loss, chronic disease, endocrine, women's health, musculoskeletal conditions, nutritional expertise, environmental toxicology, wellness and more. Philosophical approach: “My job is to treat the root cause of disease and not just signs and symptoms. I treat people, not diseases, by providing customized treatment plans for each patient. My goal is to help my patients establish the conditions for health, so that they can achieve health and wellness, naturally.”

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

Acupressure: Based on the same system as acupuncture, but fingers and hands are used instead of stimulation with needles in order to restore the balanced flow of the body’s life energy (qi or chi, pronounced “chee”). This force moves through the body along 12 energy pathways, or meridians, which practitioners unblock and strengthen.

DJ Campos-Bard, LMT, CMMP 1301 E King St, 2nd Fl • Lancaster 717-669-1030 DeProvMassageTherapy.com

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Timothy McGarvey, M.Ac., L.Ac., Dipl.Ac. 3933 Perkiomen Ave • Reading 610-779-4588 SpineAndWellness.org Experienced board-certified acupuncturist specializing in areas including but not limited to chronic and acute pain management, women's reproductive health, digestion issues, stress reduction, and mental health disorders. Call today for a free consultation.

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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. NCBTMBapproved CE provider.

THE COMPASSIONATE BODY Beverly J. Wilson, LMT 719 Olde Hickory Rd • Lancaster 717-333-4977

Beverly offers a customized blend of firm Swedish massage, neuromuscular (trigger point) therapy, myofacial release, reflexology and aromatherapy. Sessions range from simple relaxation to targeted pain management in an intentional, safe and nurturing environment.

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Acupuncture: A form of alternative medicine and a key component of Traditional Chinese Medicine that stimulates the body’s ability to sustain and balance itself, based on the theory that an electromagnetic lifeforce (qi or chi, pronounced “chee”) is channeled in a continuous flow throughout the body via a network of meridians. Disease is understood as an imbalance in the meridian system. Diagnosis of an imbalance is made by “reading” the pulse, face, tongue and body energy. To correct it, a practitioner inserts acupuncture needles at specific points along the meridians to stimulate or disperse the flow of life-force. Alexander Technique: A system of re-educating the body and mind to support and facilitate proper posture and ease of movement. Through gentle manual guidance, accompanied by verbal directions, the Alexander teacher coaches the student to become aware of unnecessary tension and to unlearn long-standing patterns of movement. The Alexander technique is an established method for helping to improve chronic conditions, including: back, shoulder or neck pain; nervous tension; poor coordination; breathing problems; and vocal strain. It is frequently used by athletes and performing artists to improve performance level. Aromatherapy: An ancient healing art that uses the essential oils of herbs and flowers to treat disorders such as stress, anxiety and a wide range of other ailments. Oils are

massaged into the skin, inhaled or added to a water bath. Often used in conjunction with massage therapy, acupuncture, reflexology, herbology, chiropractic or other holistic treatments. Art Therapy: Uses the creative process of making art to improve and enhance physical, mental and emotional well-being, and to deepen self-awareness. The therapist makes a diagnosis and determines treatment plans by encouraging a client to express his or her feelings and unconscious thoughts through the nonverbal creative process and by observing the forms and content created. Ayurveda: The oldest medical system known to man and a comprehensive spiritual teaching practiced in India for 4,000 years. It focuses on achieving and maintaining perfect health via the balance of the elements air, fire and water (illness is considered an excess of any element). A patient’s body type—determined according to ayurvedic principles—is the basis for individualized dietary regimens and other preventive therapeutic interventions. Bioenergetics: A psychotherapy that works through the body to engage the emotions. Performing specified postures and exercises causes the release of layers of chronic muscular tension and defensiveness, termed “body armor”. The unlocking of feelings creates the opportunity for understanding and integrating them.

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Biofeedback: A relaxation technique that monitors internal body states. It is used especially for stressrelated conditions, such as asthma, migraines, insomnia and high blood pressure. During biofeedback, patients monitor minute metabolic changes (e.g., temperature, heart rate and muscle tension) with the aid of sensitive machines. By consciously thinking, visualizing, moving and relaxing, they learn which activities produce desirable changes in the internal processes being monitored.

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Graduate of Palmer College of Chiropractic. Dr. Heinz has 13 years of experience treating patients with chiropractic. Dr. Heinz enjoys helping and treating patients with a wide variety of symptoms in his modern multidisciplinary office.

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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.

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Bodywork: Massage and the physical practices of yoga are perhaps the best-known types of bodywork; both have proven successful in relieving tension and stress, promoting blood flow, loosening stiff muscles, and stimulating the organs. Massage therapies encompass countless techniques, including Swedish massage, shiatsu and Rolfing. The same is true for yoga. Finding bodywork that improves mental and physical health is a highly individual process. Several types may be combined for the greatest benefit. Chelation Therapy: A safe, painless, nonsurgical medical procedure that improves metabolic and circulatory function by removing undesirable heavy metals—such as lead, mercury, cadmium and copper— from the body. A series of intravenous injections of the synthetic amino acid EDTA are administered, usually in an osteopathic or medical doctor’s office. Over time, injections may halt the progress of the underlying condition that triggers the development of various degenerative conditions, such as diabetes, arthritis, Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s “diseases,” and cancer. Chinese Medicine: Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is one of the world’s oldest and most complete systems of holistic health care. It combines the use of medicinal herbs, acupuncture, food therapy, massage and therapeutic exercise, along with the recognition that wellness in mind, body and emotions depends on the harmonious flow of life-force energy (qi or chi, pronounced “chee”). Chiropractic: Based on the premise that proper structural alignment permits free flow of nerve activity in the body. When spinal vertebrae are out of alignment, they put pressure on the spinal cord and the nerves radiating from it, potentially leading to diminished function and illness. Misalignment can be caused by physical trauma, poor posture and stress. Colon Therapy: An internal bath that washes away old toxic waste

accumulated along the walls of the colon. It is administered with pressurized water by a professional using special equipment. One colonic irrigation is the equivalent of approximately four to six enemas; it cleans out matter that collects in the pockets and kinks of the colon. The treatment is used as both a corrective process and for prevention of disease. Color Therapy: Color therapists believe that the vibrations of color waves can directly affect the body’s cells and organs. Thus, different hues can treat illnesses, and improve physical, emotional and spiritual health. Many practitioners also claim that the body emits an aura—or energy field—with colors reflecting a person’s state of health. Color therapists apply colored lights or apply color mentally, through suggestion, to restore the body’s physical and psychic health. Another related sensory healing technique is light therapy, which attempts to restore well-being and can be successful in treating seasonal affective disorder (SAD). Counseling/Psychotherapy: These terms encompass a broad range of practitioners, from career counselors—who offer advice and information—to psychotherapists treating depression, stress, addiction and emotional issues. Formats can vary from individual counseling to group therapy. In addition to verbal counseling techniques, some holistic therapists may use bodywork, ritual, energy healing and other alternative modalities as part of their practice. Craniosacral Therapy (CST): A manual therapeutic procedure to remedy distortions in the structure and function of the craniosacral mechanism—the brain and spinal cord, the bones of the skull, the sacrum and inter-connected membranes. Craniosacral work is based upon two major premises: that the bones of the skull can be manipulated—because they never completely fuse—and that the pulse of the cerebrospinal fluid can be balanced

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

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CLINICAL AROMATHERAPIST INSHANTI

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by a practitioner trained to detect variations in that pulse. CST is used to treat chronic pain, migraine headaches, temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ), ear and eye problems, balance problems, learning difficulties, dyslexia, and hyperactivity. Crystal and Gem Therapy: Practitioners use quartz crystals and gemstones for therapeutic and healing purposes, asserting that the substances have recognizable energy frequencies and the capacity to amplify other frequencies in the body. They also absorb and store frequencies, and can essentially be programmed to help affect healing. Dance/Movement Therapy: A method of expressing thoughts and feelings through movement, developed during the 1940s. Participants, guided by trained therapists, are encouraged to move freely, sometimes to music. Dance/movement therapy can be practiced by people of all ages to promote self-esteem and gain insight into their own emotional problems; it is also used to help those with serious mental and physical disabilities. Decluttering: Based on the theory that clutter drains both physical and mental energy, decluttering involves two components. The first focuses on releasing things (clothing, papers, furniture, objects and ideas) that no longer serve a good purpose in one’s life. The second focuses on creating a simple system of personal organization that is easy to maintain and guards against accumulating things that are neither necessary nor nourishing. Dentistry (Holistic): Regards the mouth as a microcosm of the entire body. The oral structures and the whole body are seen as a unit. Holistic dentistry often incorporates such methods as homeopathy, biocompatibility testing and nutritional counseling. Most holistic dentists emphasize wellness and preventive care, while avoiding and often recommending the removal of silvermercury fillings.

Detoxification: The practice of resting, cleansing and nourishing the body from the inside out. According to some holistic practitioners, accumulated toxins can drain the body of energy and make it more susceptible to disease. Detoxification techniques may include fasts, special diets, sauna sweats and colon cleansing. Doula (Birth): A woman who supports an expectant mother through pregnancy, labor, birth and the postpartum period. Studies indicate that support in labor has profound benefits, including shorter labor, less desire for pain medication, lower rate of cesarean section delivery, and more ease in initiation of breastfeeding.

CONTINUING EDUCATION SAGE CONTINUING EDUCATION for MASSAGE THERAPY & the HEALING ARTS 719 Olde Hickory Rd • Lancaster (just off Oregon Pike) 717-314-1733 •SageContinuingEd.com

Sage is happy to offer classes to help Licensed Massage Therapists attain their required continuing education credits and expand their scope or practice. Sage offers a wide selection of continuing education classes so there is something for everyone. We provide opportunities not easily found anywhere else in the state at an affordable price.

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Karen Carnabucci, LCSW, TEP, teaches alternative therapies and experiential methods of psychodrama, sociometry, group process, Family and Systemic Constellations. CE credits for social workers, MFTs and licensed counselors, although all helpers and educators welcome. Act 48 and psychology credits pending. See ad, page 45.

Doula (End-of-life): A person who works with a dying person and their family to create the end-of-life experience that best suits the patient and the family. Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT): A self-help procedure founded by Gary Craig that combines fingertip tapping of key acupuncture meridian points while focusing on an emotional issue or health challenge. Unresolved or “stuck” negative emotions, caused by a disruption in the body’s energy system, are seen as major contributors to most physical pains and diseases. EFT is easy to memorize and portable, so it can be done anywhere. Energy Field Work: The art and practice of realigning and re-attuning the body between the physical, and the etheric and auric fields to assist in natural healing processes. Working directly with the energy field in and around the body, the practitioner channels and directs energy into the cells, tissues and organs of the patient’s body to affect healing on physical and nonphysical levels simultaneously. Sessions may or may not involve the physical laying on of hands. Environmental Medicine: Explores the role of dietary and environmental allergens in health January 2020

COUNSELING Grey Muzzle Manor

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

HEALING SPACES BEHAVIORAL HEALTH, LLC 313 W Liberty St, Ste 257 • Lancaster 717-803-1328 HealingSpacesBH.com

Offering strengths-based psychotherapy services, specializing in seniors and their families in an atmosphere of authenticity, comfort, and collaboration. We address issues such as grief, mental and physical changes with aging, chronic pain, anxiety, sadness or difficulty adjusting to change. In-home sessions available for individuals with mobility limitations.

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CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY SAGE MASSAGE & WELLNESS Trella Dubetz, LMT, BFA 464 B N George St • Millersville 717-468-7523 TrellaDubetz.com

Craniosacral therapy supports the body to access its own healing and self-correcting ability via the autonomic nervous systems. CST is a gentle, hands-on approach that releases tensions deep in the body to relieve pain, dysfunction and improve whole-body health and performance.

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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 56.

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 46.

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and illness. Factors such as dust, mold, chemicals and certain foods may cause allergic reactions that can dramatically influence diseases, ranging from asthma and hay fever to headaches and depression. Enzyme Therapy: Can be an important first step in restoring health and well-being by helping to remedy digestive problems. Plant and pancreatic enzymes are used in complementary ways to improve digestion and absorption of essential nutrients. Treatment includes enzyme supplements, coupled with a healthy diet that features whole foods. Feldenkrais Method: Helps students straighten out what founder Moshe Feldenkrais calls, “kinks in the brain.” Kinks are learned movement patterns that may have been adopted to compensate for a physical injury or to accommodate individuality in the social world. Students unlearn unworkable movements and discover better, personalized ways to move, using mind-body principles of slowed action, breathing, awareness and thinking about their feelings. Feng Shui: The ancient Chinese system of arranging man-made spaces and elements to create or facilitate harmonious qi or chi (pronounced “chee”)—or energy flow—by tempering or enhancing the energy where necessary. Feng shui consultants can be an asset to both personal and business spaces, either before or after the spaces are created. Flower Remedies: Flower essences are recognized for their ability to improve well-being by eliminating negative emotions. In the 1930s, English physician Edward Bach concluded that negative emotions could lead to physical illness. His research also convinced him that flowers possessed healing properties that could be used to treat emotional problems. In the 1970s, Richard Katz completed Bach’s work and established the Flower Essence Society, which has registered some 100 essences from flowers in more than 50 countries.

Functional Medicine: A personalized medicine that focuses on primary prevention and deals with underlying causes, instead of symptoms, for serious chronic diseases. Treatments are grounded in nutrition and improved lifestyle habits and may make use of medications. The discipline uses a holistic approach to analyze and treat interdependent systems of the body and to create the dynamic balance integral to good health. Guided Imagery and Creative Visualization: Uses positive thoughts, images and symbols to focus the mind on the workings of the body to accomplish a particular goal, desired outcome or physiological change, such as pain relief or healing of disease. This flow of thought can take many forms and, through the imagination, involve all the physical senses. Healing Touch: A non-invasive, relaxing and nurturing energy therapy that helps to restore physical, emotional, mental and spiritual balance, and support self-healing. A gentle touch is used on or near the fully clothed client to influence the body’s inner energy centers and exterior energy fields. Healing Touch is used to ease acute and chronic conditions, assist with pain management, encourage deep relaxation and accelerate wound healing. Herbal Medicine: This oldest form of medicine uses natural plants in a wide variety of forms for their therapeutic value. Herbs produce and contain various chemical substances that act upon the body to strengthen its natural functions without the negative side effects of synthetic drugs. They may be taken internally or applied externally via teas, tinctures, extracts, oils, ointments, compresses and poultices. Homeopathy: A therapy that uses small doses of specially prepared plants and minerals to stimulate the body’s defense mechanisms and healing processes in order to cure illness. Homeopathy, taken from

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FUNCTIONAL NEUROLOGY 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 18 and 51.

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

Long-time Herbalist Sarah Preston crafts small-batch herbal body-care and wellness products, teas, tinctures, syrups, salves and creams using organically-grown and ethically-sourced wildcrafted herbs. Consultations and custom blends available. Products found at Radiance and Lemon Street Market, Lancaster. See ad, page 28.

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A seasonal herbal subscription box containing five to nine organic herbal remedies, shipped to your door the first day of the season. All remedies are handmade in a licensed and insured ServSafe kitchen. Support your body and immune system–sign up today! See ad, page 28.

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HEALTH FOOD STORE SECOND NATURE HEALTH FOOD STORE 329 Main St • Kutztown 610-683-5020 SecondNatureKutztown.com

Owner and clinical herbalist, Elaine Kilgannon, welcomes those interested in holistic healing, and offers high-quality supplements, organic, vegan and vegetarian foods and products, green living and household supplies as well as expert herbal, holistic and lifestyle advice.

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Our mission is to promote physical, emotional, spiritual wellness and knowledge through natural means. We offer a variety of modalities to assist with your lifestyle goals, improving body, mind and spirit. Make us your one stop shop for your health and wellness.

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HOLISTIC wellness ALTERNATIVE HEALING OF PA

2298 Willow Street Pike • Willow Street 717-847-3213 AlternativeHealingOfPA.com Alternative healing center and retail store featuring massage, reiki, crystal therapy, health and wellness coaching. Stop in the store for all your alternative product needs including: essential oils, aromatherapy jewelry, soaps, lotions, Himalayan salt products, salves and crystals. See ad, page 67.

SOUL SPARK HEALING & GUIDANCE Jill C. H. Jablonski, RM, CCH SoulSparkHG@gmail.com SoulSparkHG.com

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

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Taking a comprehensive approach to well-being, Courtney helps clients assess current habits. Working together, they create and implement cumulative milestones to achieve greater intentions. She supports clients to better understand their own body and their power to live more vibrantly.

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

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

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HOME organizing DC EAGER SERVICES

Darlene Eager, Clutter/Hoarding Recovery Specialist 6 E Kendig Rd • Willow Street 717-989-5763 DCEager.com Hoarding and excessive clutter can hide health threats such as mold, bacterial growth, insect and rodent infestation. With respect and sensitivity, DC Eager will professionally and discretely provide the clean-up needed to return the home to a healthy state. Free assessment. See ads, page 13, 59 and 64.

the Greek words homeos , meaning “similar”, and pathos, meaning “suffering”, employs the concept that “like cures like”. A remedy is individually chosen for a person based on its capacity to cause, if given in an overdose, physical and psychological symptoms similar to those the patient is experiencing. Hospice Care: Comprehensive comfort care for a life-limiting illness including symptom management, education and support. Services are provided in the home, nursing facility, assisted living, hospice center or inpatient hospital and often involve an interdisciplinary team of medical providers, social workers, spiritual care providers and volunteers. Hydrotherapy: The use of water, ice, steam, and hot and cold temperatures to maintain and restore health. Treatments include full-body immersion, steam baths, saunas, sitz baths, colonic irrigation, and the application of hot and/or cold compresses. Hydrotherapy is effective for treating a wide range of conditions and can easily be used at home as part of a self-care program. Hypnotherapy: A range of hypnosis techniques that allow practitioners to bypass the conscious mind and access the subconscious. The altered state that occurs under hypnosis has been compared to a state of deep meditation or transcendence, in which the innate recuperative abilities of the psyche are allowed to flow more freely. The subject can achieve greater clarity regarding his or her own wants and needs, explore other events or periods of life that require resolution, or generally develop a more positive attitude. Integrative Medicine: This holistic approach combines conventional Western medicine with complementary alternative treatments in order to simultaneously treat mind, body and spirit. Geared to the promotion of health and the prevention of illness, it neither rejects conventional medicine nor accepts alternative

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therapies, without serious evaluation. Intuitive Arts: A general term for various methods of divination, such as numerology, psychic reading and tarot reading. Individuals may consult practitioners to seek information about the future or insights into personal concerns or their personality. Numerology emphasizes the significance of numbers derived from the spelling of names, birth dates and other significant references; psychics may claim various abilities, from finding lost objects and persons to communicating with the spirits of the dead. Tarot readers interpret a deck of cards containing archetypal symbols. Iridology: Analysis of the delicate structure of the iris, the colored portion of the eye, to reveal information about conditions within the body. More than 90 specific zones on each iris—for a combined total of more than 180 zones—correspond to specific areas of the body. Because body weaknesses are often noticeable in the iris long before they are discernible through blood work or other laboratory analysis, iridology can be a useful tool for preventive self-care. Jin Shin (or Jin Shin Jyutsu): A gentle, non-invasive, energybalancing art and philosophy that embodies a life of simplicity, calmness, patience and self-containment. Practitioners employ simple acupressure techniques, using their fingers and hands on a fully-clothed client to help eliminate stress, create emotional equilibrium, relieve pain, and alleviate acute or chronic conditions. Kinesiology/Applied Kinesiology: The study of muscles and their movement. Applied kinesiology tests the relative strength and weakness of selected muscles to identify decreased function in body organs and systems, as well as imbalances and restrictions in the body’s energy flow. Some tests use acupuncture meridians and others analyze interrelationships among muscles, organs,

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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.

LANCASTER HYPNOTHERAPY

While I declutter and organize, my goal is to empower each client with the tools needed to maintain a simple and peaceful environment wherever they choose to live and work. I offer an empathetic, compassionate, and professional approach because I know the value of the ones who occupy each sacred space. See ad, page 67.

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

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PINNACLE HYPNOSIS & THERAPIES 400B South Fourth St • Hamburg 610-823-4160 PinnacleHypnosis.com

Let 2020 be the year you bring peace, calm and order to your home. Organize Me Happy will help reduce the items in your home that are weighing you down by causing visual clutter and bring order to what remains.

HOSPICE/PALLIATIVE CARE

Offering a full-range of hypnosis including past life and between lives regression. Other therapies available: Aqua foot detox, shiatsu, lymphatic drainage, reiki, foot reflexology, nutritional and herbal consultations. Reiki and foot reflexology classes also available.

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HOSPICE & COMMUNITY CARE

NICK D'ORAZIO, MD

Serving South Central PA (717) 391-2421 or (844) 422-4031 HospiceCommunity.org

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Celebrating 40 years of serving the community, Hospice & Community Care provides personalized care and comfort to help patients live better with serious illness through end of life. The organization has locations in Lancaster, Mount Joy and York. See ad, page 61.

Physician board certified in integrative and holistic medicine employs a wide variety of treatment modalities including Ayurveda, IV treatments including chelation, homeopathic, herbal, and nutritional medicine, natural injections, physical rehabilitation, and bodywork. Dr. D’Orazio is a physician who lives what he teaches.

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Danielle Nuhfer specializes in teaching mindfulness, stress reduction, self-care and habit formation to teachers and students in online, individual, and group sessions. Learn to reduce stress and burnout while finding and sustaining balance and wellness inside and outside of the classroom.

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LANDSCAPE DESIGN/ MAINTENANCE EARTHBOUND ARTISAN

Offering conservation landscape design, hardscape and landscape construction, and consultation. Our approach is built on natural systems and processes and uses native plants, ecological benefactors, and organic amendments in design, construction and maintenance of native and naturalized landscape, dry laid stone, and storm water mitigation. See ad, page 30.

LYMPHATIC THERAPY Aqua Blue Wellness Center

Electro-Lymphatic Therapy 50 Keystone Ct • Leola 717-656-8615 • AquaBlueWellnessCenter.com Our lymphatic system plays an important role in supporting our immunity. Over the past 18 years of treating our clients, we’ve found that supporting the proper flow of lymphatic fluid through electrolymphatic therapy positively affects many conditions including: Lymphedema, edema, cancer, Lyme disease, heart disease, enlarged prostate, post-injury/surgical healing and more. See ads, pages 26 and 68.

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 36 and 37.

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

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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, page 13, 59 and 62.

NATUROPATH - traditional BEAUTIFUL HEALING JOURNEY

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

HEALTH BY DESIGN CLINIC

Jeannie Peck, Traditional Naturopath 352 E Main St, Ste 100 • Leola 717-556-8103 HBDClinic.com We provide nutrition and detoxification services for adults and children using an integrative functional medicine approach, offer therapeutic massage therapy for your relaxation or chronic pain needs, and permanent fat and weight loss services. See ads, pages 47 and 69.

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the brain and the body’s energy field. Applied kinesiology is also used to check the body’s response to treatments that are being considered. Magnetic Field Therapy: Electromagnetic energy and the human body have a vital and valid interrelationship, making it possible to use magnetic field therapy as an aid in diagnosing and treating physical and emotional disorders. This process is reported to relieve symptoms and may, in some cases, retard the cycle of new diseases. Magnets and electromagnetic therapy devices are now being used to eliminate pain, facilitate the healing of broken bones and counter the effects of stress. Massage Therapy: A general term for the manipulation of soft tissue for therapeutic purposes. Massage therapy incorporates various disciplines and involves kneading, rubbing, brushing and tapping the muscles and connective tissues by hand or using mechanical devices. Its goal is to increase circulation and detoxification in order to reduce physical and emotional stress and increase overall wellness. Meditation: The intentional directing of attention to one’s inner self. Methods and practices to achieve a meditative state are based upon various principles using the body or mind; they may also employ control or letting-go mechanisms. Techniques include the use of imagery, mantras, observation and the control of breathing. Research has shown that regular meditation can contribute to psychological and physiological well-being. As a spiritual practice, meditation is used to facilitate a mystical sense of oneness with a higher power or the Universe. It can also help reduce stress and alleviate stress-related ailments, such as anxiety and high blood pressure. Midwife: A birth attendant who assists a woman through the prenatal, labor, birth and postpartum stages of pregnancy. The mother is encouraged to be involved and to feel in

control of her birthing experience. Midwives are knowledgeable about normal pregnancy, labor, birth and pain relief options. They respect the process of birth as an innate and familiar process. Certified nursemidwives are registered nurses who have received advanced training and passed a national certification exam. Nurse-midwives collaborate with physicians as needed, especially when problems arise during pregnancy. (Also see Doula.) Naturopathy: A comprehensive and eclectic system whose philosophy is based upon working in harmony with the body’s natural healing abilities. Naturopathy incorporates a broad range of natural methods and substances aimed to promote health. Training may include the study of specific approaches, including massage, manipulation, acupuncture, acupressure, counseling, applied nutrition, herbal medicine, homeopathy and minor surgery, plus basic obstetrics for assistance with natural childbirth. Network chiropractic: Uses Network Spinal Analysis (NSA), a system of assessing and contributing to spinal and neural integrity, as well as health and wellness. Founded and developed by Donald Epstein. Practitioners employ gentle force to the spine to help the body eliminate mechanical tension in the neurological system. The body naturally develops strategies to dissipate stored tension/energy, thus enhancing self-regulation of tension and spinal interference. (Also see Chiropractic.) Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP): A systematic approach to changing the limiting patterns of thought, behavior and language. Through conversation, practitioners observe the client’s language, eye movements, posture, breathing and gestures in order to detect and help change unconscious patterns linked to the client’s emotional state. Nutritional Counseling: Embracing a wide range of approaches, nutrition-based, complementary

NATUROPATHic doctor HEALTH FOR LIFE

Ann Lee, ND, L.Ac 112 Cornell Ave • Lancaster 717-669-1050 DoctorNaturalMedicine.com Learn how your symptoms are connected, get answers, and achieve improved health and wellbeing as we facilitate your body's ability to heal itself through acupuncture and naturopathic medicine. Specializing in hormone balancing and fertility. Visit the website for testimonials and more information.

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

Our leading naturopathic practice offers the most comprehensive array of holistic health services, tailored for your individual needs: genetic nutritional consultations; naturopathic consultations; nutrition, dietary and weight management programs; structural therapy with craniosacral therapy; reflexology; detoxification therapies; stress management; prenatal/pediatric wellness; and air/water purification. See ad, page 57.

NUTRITION BIO-LOGIC NUTRITION

1500 Penn Ave, Ste 1 • Wyomissing 610-698-7824 Bio-LogicNutrition.com Nutritional therapists are trained to uncover the root causes of disease and support the body's innate ability to heal itself. I will help you navigate your way through digestive dysfunction, autoimmune disorders, weight loss, fatigue and other conditions to achieve your optimal health.

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 31.

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.

NATURAL VITALITY HEALTH CENTER at BEALER CHIRO PLUS

Jennifer Bealer, D.C. Nutrition Response Testing® Advanced Practitioner Boyertown • Pottstown 610-689-3700 BealerChiroPlus.com Suffering from fatigue, brain fog, difficulty sleeping, anxiety and stress, digestive and weight issues? Nutrition Response Testing® can help improve health from within by identifying challenged areas and uncovering the underlying cause of symptoms, resulting in a nutritional and wellness plan created just for you.

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

Sheehan Natural Health Improvement Center provides holistic health care through nutritional counseling and whole food supplements. Our cuttingedge treatments have been found to help a broad range of symptoms and illnesses including fibromyalgia, depression, migraines, and weight loss. From infants to seniors. See ad, page 55.

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ORGANIC HAIR SALON The GREEN ROOM SALON 8 E Walnut St • Lancaster 717-844-1051 TheGreenRoomLancaster.com

Refresh your mind, body and spirit with natural and organic products for hair and skin. We use OWAY, an ammonia-free color and product line packed with biodynamic, fair trade ingredients and pure essential oils. We specialize in cuts, color, DEVA cuts, styling, bridal styling and more. See ad, page 15.

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.

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PET CARE CANINE’S HOUSE OF NUTRITION Brittany Evans CaninesHON.com Info@CaninesHON.com

At Canine’s House of Nutrition, we promote health and healing through a holistic and individualistic approach tailored to your dog’s nutritional needs. Through our partnership we can create a wholesome and balanced diet that allows your dog(s) to thrive!

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215 W Fourth St • Quarryville 717-786-2144 ClaudiaKirk11@gmail.com Claudia Kirk, Reiki Master, invites you to deep relaxation. A gentle energy technique for overall wellness, reiki is a spring of refreshment. Come to our office and dive in. Gentle or no touch. Veterans discount.

RETREATS/RETREAT CENTERS JESUIT CENTER for SPIRITUAL GROWTH

In-Home Pet Euthanasia 717-897-0536 TillWeMeetAgain.com

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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 69.

The Jesuit Center for Spiritual Growth, situated on 240 acres in Wernersville, PA, is a place of natural beauty, welcoming quiet, and spiritual sustenance. We offer a variety of retreats and programs based on the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius for Roman Catholics, Christians of every denomination, and seekers. See ads, pages 67, 68 and 71.

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HELENE WILLIAMS REIKI

Helene Williams, BSN, RN 313 W Liberty St, Ste 203 • Lancaster 717-269-6084 HeleneWilliamsReiki.com Reiki is a very gentle holistic practice, which assists in promoting balance in body, mind and spirit. After a Reiki session, many people express a deep sense of relaxation, calming and peace. Frequently anxiety, stress and worry are relieved. Sessions and classes are available. See ad, page 39.

ART OF WELL-BEING, LLC

Diann Cardello Serving York, Lancaster and Camp Hill 717-858-1995 ArtOfWell-Being.net A classically trained and intuitively guided fine artist, Diann utilizes the healing art of sound therapy to align the spirit and body for healing. Certified in Intuitive Sound Therapy, Vibrational Sound Therapy, Group Sound Immersions, Reiki, Energy Work and Energy Infused Fine Art.

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therapies and counseling to seek to alleviate physical and psychological disorders through special diets and food supplements. These will be either macronutrients (carbohydrates, fats, proteins and fiber) or micronutrients (vitamins, minerals and trace elements that cannot be manufactured in the body). Nutritional therapy/counseling often uses dietary or food supplements, which can include tablets, capsules, powders or liquids. Osteopathy/Osteopathic Doctor: Uses generally accepted physical, pharmacological and surgical methods of diagnosis and therapy—with a strong emphasis on body mechanics and manipulative methods to detect and correct faulty structure and function—in order to restore the body’s natural healing capacities. Doctors of osteopathy are fully trained and licensed according to the same standards as medical doctors; they receive additional extensive training in the body’s structure and functions. Oxygen Therapies: Alters the body’s chemistry to help overcome disease, promote repair and improve overall function. Properly applied, oxygen may be used to treat a wide variety of conditions, including infections, circulatory problems, chronic fatigue syndrome, arthritis, allergies, cancer and multiple sclerosis. The major types of oxygen therapy used to treat illness are hyperbaric oxygen and ozone. Hydrogen peroxide therapy (oral or intravenous) can be dangerous and should be avoided. Palliative Care: Treatment for seriously ill patients that includes symptom management, education and supportive services and can occur along with curative interventions. Can be helpful at any stage of illness. Past Life Regression: Past life and regression therapies operate on the assumption that many physical, mental and emotional challenges are extensions of unresolved problems from the past, either childhood

Pilates: A structured system of small isolated movements that demands powerful focus on feeling every nuance of muscle action while working out on floor mats or machines. Emphasizes development of the torso’s abdominal power center, or core. More gentle than conventional exercises, Pilates—like yoga— yields long, lean, flexible muscles with gracefully balanced movements that readily translate into everyday activities like walking, sitting and bending. Can help in overcoming injuries.

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Real Time EEG Neurofeedback: Involves direct training of brain function. Using computer processing to capture electrical activity in the brain, an individual can reward the brain with positive feedback,

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In a safe and beautiful space, Jennifer Lobo creates a deep sense of peace and relaxation with Himalayan singing bowls during Vibrational Sound Therapy sessions. A voice teacher, Jennifer also offers private singing voice lessons for all ages.

SOUNDWISE HEALTH

Lana Ryder, LMT, AADP, HTA 313 W Liberty St, Suite 267 • Lancaster SoundwiseHealth.com ReikiSound.net 610-301-4356

Sinking Spring 610-463-6271 AnnetteLGarber@gmail.com

Annette offers individual and group spiritual companionship to women in their 20s and 30s looking to explore and deepen their inner lives. Annette welcomes everyone, with a special place for those who are deconstructing a faith that no longer makes sense to them.

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Lana Ryder has been sharing the healing power of sound, voice and music for 40 years. Soundwise Health-certified practitioners located in Lancaster, Harrisburg and York offer basic sound therapy education, group sound events, private sound therapy sessions, sound circles, sonic massage, ReikiSound™ and ReikiVoice™.

Prolotherapy: A rejuvenating therapy that uses injections of natural substances to stimulate collagen growth in order to strengthen weak or damaged joints, tendons, ligaments or muscles. Often used as a natural alternative to drugs and/or surgery to treat pain syndromes, including degenerative arthritis, lower back, neck and joint pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, migraine headaches, and torn ligaments and cartilage. Qigong and Tai Chi: Qigong and tai chi combine movement, meditation and breathe regulation to enhance the flow of vital energy (qi or chi, pronounced “chee”) in the body, improve circulation and enhance immune function. Qigong traces its roots to traditional Chinese medicine. Tai chi was originally a self-defense martial art descended from qigong and employed to promote inner peace and calm.

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traumas or experiences in previous lifetimes. The practitioner uses hypnosis or other altered states of consciousness and relaxation techniques to access the source of this “unfinished business”, and helps clients to analyze, integrate and release past traumas that are interfering with their current lives.

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We affirm that God is Love and Love is God in action. From our New Thought roots, we affirm personal responsibility to create from Love. From our roots in Spiritualism, we affirm communication with spiritual realms, proving the continuation of life. Everyone welcome.

PARISH RESOURCE CENTER

2160 Lincoln Hwy East, #18 • Lancaster 717-299-1113 ParishResourceCenter.org Our aim is to increase the capacity of the staff, volunteers and members of congregations, non-profits and small businesses so that they can more effectively deliver their organizational goals and mission. Services are provided by highly qualified professionals at a fraction of normal professional fees. Additionally, we offer retreats and workshops on spirituality, internet safety, the opioid crisis, mindful listening, relationships, civility and more. See ad, page 33.

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

The Urban Well, launched in 2020, focuses on teaching contemplative spirituality in collaboration with others. We are rooted in a pioneering Christian community and are exploring how to be open with integrity to interfaith wisdom and practices. See ads, pages 7, 33 and 70.

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 39.

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

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

Aqua Blue Wellness Center

Lori Martin 50 Keystone Ct • Leola 717-656-8615 • AquaBlueWellnessCenter.com A family wellness center offering thermal imaging for breast and body, detox therapies, therapeutic and oncology massage, lymphatic drainage, a full-spectrum infrared sauna, nutritional education and more. Thermal imaging is a safe, non-invasive procedure for early detection of sources of pain, injury and disease. See ads, pages 26 and 64.

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changing its activity to desired, more appropriate patterns. Gradually, the brain learns and remembers how to exhibit only the good patterns. Reflexology: A natural healing art based upon the principle that there are reflexes in the feet and hands that correspond to every part of the body. Correctly stimulating and applying pressure to the feet or hands increases circulation and promotes specifically designated bodily and muscular functions. Reiki: Means “universal life-force energy”. A method of activating and balancing the life-force (qi or chi, pronounced “chee”). Practitioners use light hand placements to channel healing energies to organs and glands or to align the body’s chakras (energy centers). Various techniques can ease emotional and mental distress, heal chronic and acute physical problems, and achieve spiritual focus and clarity. Reiki can be a valuable addition to the work of chiropractors, massage therapists, nurses and others for whom the use of touch is essential and appropriate. Rolfing Structural Integration (Rolfing): A hands-on technique for deep tissue manipulation of the myofascial system—which is composed of the muscles and the connective tissue, or fascia—in order to restore the body’s natural alignment and sense of integration. The range and freedom of physical and emotional expression increases as the body is released from old patterns and postures. Rolfing can help ease pain and chronic stress, enhance neurological functioning, improve posture and re-store flexibility. Shamanism: An ancient healing tradition which believes that loss of power is the real source of illness and that all healing includes the spiritual dimension. Shamanic healing usually involves induction into an altered state of consciousness and journeying into the spirit world to regain personal power and to access the powers of nature and

of teachers. Shamanic healing may be taken literally or employed symbolically; the tradition can be both self-empowering and self-healing. Shiatsu: The most widely known form of acupressure, shiatsu is a Japanese word meaning finger pressure. The technique applies varying degrees of pressure to balance the life energy that flows through specific pathways, or meridians, in the body. Used to release tension and strengthen weak areas in order to facilitate even circulation, cleanse cells and improve the function of vital organs. Sound Healing: Employs vocal and instrumental tones, generated internally or externally. When sounds are produced with healing intent, they can create sympathetic resonance in the physical and energy bodies. Sound healing also is used to bring discordant energy into balance and harmony. Thermography (Thermal Imaging): A diagnostic technique that uses an infrared camera to measure temperature variations on the surface of the body, producing images that reveal sites of inflammation and abnormal tissue growth. Inflammation is recognized as the earliest stage of nearly all major health challenges.

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Every woman deserves a better option! 100% Allnatural chemical free sanitary pad with new Graphene Technology, found to reduce bacteria, reduce odor and inflammation, relax muscles, help with cramping, reduce hot flashes and help with dysmenorrhea. See ad, page 5.

NEW EARTH

Diane Buchanan, Independent Associate 188 Faith Dr • Blandon 610-390-0289 TeamNewEarth.com/2284670 Feed your mind the best pure, natural and wild elements Earth offers. New Earth’s organic Wild Microalgae is one of the most profoundly nourishing foods on Earth, rich in phytonutrients, plant-based proteins and essential fatty acids.

TRANONT HEALTH PRODUCTS

Martha Stoltzfus, Distributor (ID# 67558) 271 Railroad Lane • Gratz 717-365-3600 or 1-800-973-3715 Tranont.com Fix your gut, fix your health. Enhance and support your immune system with 100% plant-based, natural, organic, full-spectrum enzymes, probiotic and pre-biotic blend products. Testimonials reveal improvement with gluten or dairy intolerance, chronic headaches, inflammation, vertigo, dizziness, allergies, and more. See ad, page 5.

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 ads, pages 47 and 64.

WOMEN’S EMPOWERMENT LADIES START YOUR ENGINES!™ Lori Johnson Info@LadiesStartYourEngines.com LadiesStartYourEngines.com

Ladies Start Your Engines is a hands-on light automotive maintenance class for women. This class can be used to empower your employees, bring in new female customers or teach your daughters the basics. Taught by a female technician with 30 years’ experience.

WOMEN’S WELLNESS WEINHOLD WELLNESS, LLC

Jennie Weinhold, Shaklee Consultant & Wellness Coach 37 Ream Rd • Stevens 717- 715-2595 WeinholdWellness.com Are you stuck in a rut? Jennie offers you a personalized approach to wellness, and helps you make positive changes – one step at a time. Contact Jennie to help you on your path to wellness!

Yoga: Practical application of the ancient Indian Vedic teachings. The word yoga is derived from the Sanskrit root yuj which means “union” or “to join”, and refers to the joining of physical, mental and spiritual elements. Yoga focuses physical exercises called asanas (or postures), controlled breathing, relaxation, meditation, and diet and nutrition. Please note: The contents of this Health & Wellness Glossary are for informational purposes only. The information is not intended to be used in place of consultation with a healthcare professional. Always seek out a practitioner who is licensed, certified or otherwise professionally qualified to conduct a selected treatment, as appropriate.

SOURCES: U.S. Department of Energy, U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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Reduce stress and feel grounded with yoga classes that spark joy. All levels welcome to flow through poses with a focus on alignment and their breath. Private lessons are perfect for new students to yoga.

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Yoga, a practice of physical postures, and mindfulness, the practice of paying attention in the present moment, together achieve a higher level of connection between the mind, body, and spirit. Mindful Yoga is suitable for all body types and abilities. Louise Konrath, instructor. See ads, pages 7, 33 and 68.

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