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Contents 18 KRISTI NELSON

on Why Gratefulness Brings Happiness

20 SUPERCHARGE YOUR

IMMUNE SYSTEM

Natural Ways to Stay Healthy

27 ABUNDANT LIVING 10 Practices Open Doors

30 SAFE DRINKING WATER Home Systems to Purify H2O

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32 EASE REPETITIVE

STRAIN INJURIES

Targeted Exercises Lower Risk of Injury

34 ECO-PACKAGING

PROGRESS REPORT Innovative Uses of Pulp, Paper and Mushrooms

35 THANKSGIVING

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DESSERTS

Plant-Based Pies for Every Palate

40 NURTURING

CREATIVE KIDS

Hobbies Engage and Grow Healthy Kids

44 GIVE ROVER

A RUBDOWN

Massage Keeps a Dog at Peak Health

DEPARTMENTS 8 news briefs 12 health briefs 15 global briefs 17 eco tip 18 wise words 24 gift giving guide 27 inspiration 30 healing ways 32 yoga guide 4

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40 32 fit body 34 green living 35 conscious

eating 38 foodie guide 40 healthy kids 44 natural pet 46 calendar 50 resource guide

Natural Awakenings is your guide to a healthier, more balanced life. In each issue readers find cutting-edge information on natural health, nutrition, fitness, personal growth, green living, creative expression and the products and services that support a healthy lifestyle.

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ptimal states of health swing on a personal continuum, a gauge of presence and peace in each moment measured not in years, but by alignment with our body’s divine intuition. This power is far greater than any force, an original strength born of light and truth that reaches every cell.

One simple invitation can engage this wisdom, accessing a realm of guidance toward restorative life Kendra & Jacqueline choices to spark our most essential immunity. The energetic matrix responsible for these shifts is our foundation for change and for understanding what comes next in the course of healing.

November’s issue highlights core components of a solid constitution, illuminating the value of adequate nutrition, toxin-free environments, pure water sources and support of the body’s intricate digestive and metabolic systems. Stress reduction remains the common denominator in minimizing destructive patterns and depletion of essential energy reserves.

Many studies have proven the debilitating and dangerous effects of mental, physical and emotional strain over time and a cumulative need has been rising, spreading warning signs of pain, depression fatigue and burnout in communities everywhere. We all hold a lot—caring deeply and grappling with our individual and shared boundaries, deflecting invasions and protecting all that we hold sacred.

Personal experience with regular massage, reiki, acupuncture, yoga and other therapeutic modalities planted seeds for both of us in learning how to manage the balancing act of giving and receiving. Authentic expression through postures and mantras of non-judgmental release can be beautiful steps on the way to regaining or preserving resilience and joy.

We embarked on this publishing adventure to continue exploring and sharing the wealth of wellness benefits available to all. Seventy-two issues of Natural Awakenings Lancaster-Berks later, we are now happily celebrating our sixth-year anniversary and continue in gratitude for the solid, local foundation of knowledge and expertise that surrounds us all. The practitioners and business owners that fill these pages create a dynamic network, an accessible and compassionate human touch and embrace wide enough to help in holding all that we carry together.

Local efforts reflect years of this worldwide healing movement; the Benson-Henry Institute of Mind Body Medicine at *Massachusetts General Hospital has extensively researched the effects of chronic stress, reporting on resultant mental health, cardiovascular, immune and addiction issues. Their work clearly supports profound options to elicit the relaxation response. The aforementioned holistic approaches, along with deep breathing, meditation, prayer and tai chi, physical activity and social connections, all support reactivation of the parasympathetic nervous system for inducing a calm and balanced state.

A clear mind and peaceful heart are the ultimate antidotes to distress and disease, and by slowing down, nourishing spirits and raising frequencies, we naturally enhance the art of living well. Daily practices of self-care become devotion in the company of gratitude and a desire to live life on purpose, rising with balance and strength to meet each day.

Jacqueline Mast & Kendra Campbell, Co-Publishers *Massachusetts General Hospital, founded in the early 1800s, is the largest teaching hospital of the Harvard Medical School, and its research institute operates the largest hospital-affiliated research program in the country.

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Shakti Healing Therapies DONA International Postpartum hakti Healing Therapies, in Marietta, Doula Training

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specializes in therapeutic breathwork combined with energy and sound healing.

Breathwork benefits post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), grief, anxiety, depression and more.

“Taking a journey on the breath can Christel Emenheiser improve your overall well-being and raise your consciousness,” explains owner, Christel Emenheiser. “This unique, powerful healing practice has been a life-changing experience for many.”

Shakti Healing Therapies also offers ayurvedic lifestyle coaching. Using the principles of Ayurveda, the sister science to yoga, clients can discover their specific mind/body type (dosha) and receive personalized recommendations for healthy, balancing lifestyle changes.

Emenheiser is looking forward to expanding the offerings at Shakti Healing Therapies next year to include yoga and meditation classes, sound baths, women’s workshops and more.

Location: 1558 Old River Rd., Marietta. For more information, call 717-758-4026 or visit ShaktiHealingTherapies.com. See ad, page 50.

Give the Gift of Writing

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ive the gift of writing to a loved one with a gift certificate for Write From The Heart writing workshops for adults, children and teens. The workshops, taught in an atmosphere of warmth, compassion and trust, encourage us to dodge perfectionism, trust our instincts and learn how playfulness brings creativity and joy into Melissa Greene our lives. They are a safe haven for experienced writers and first-timers, alike, especially those who long to overcome self-doubt.

In 2001, Melissa Greene created Write From The Heart to share her belief that writing, without fear, has the power to console, illuminate and heal. Her whimsical, be-who-you-are workshops awaken the creative spirit, gently, without intimidation. There are no grades, grammar, punctuation or spelling. She teaches yearround classes for all ages and leads workshops for cancer patients at Lancaster General Health and the Penn State Cancer Institute.

“Writing requires us to be kind to ourselves. It’s our chance to slow down, reflect, and get back in touch with the soul. Besides that, it’s fun,” enthuses Greene.

Visit WriteFromTheHeart.us to view the fall and winter schedule.

For more information, email Melissa@WriteFromTheHeart.us or call 717-393-4713. See ads, pages 24 and 54..

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en Chandlee, a trainer with over 20 years of hands-on doula experience, teaching adult learners, and mentoring small business owners and new doulas, will facilitate a Doulas of North America International (DONA) Postpartum Doula Training from 8 a.m., November 9, through 6 p.m., November 11, at Jen Chandlee Radiance, in Lancaster.

Chandlee’s dynamic, interactive learning environment will feature group brainstorming and discussion, role playing, artbased activities and movement. Participants will gain the necessary skills to navigate many different postpartum scenarios, some of which are life skills that can be applied beyond doula work.

“Each workshop is tailored to meet the primary needs of the group while covering the information participants will need in order to provide the best possible support to new families of all shapes and sizes,” explains Chandlee. “This is an inclusive training that welcomes all family structures, races/ethnicities, gender identities and expressions, religions and sexual orientations.

Postpartum doulas are needed in all communities.”

Location: 9 W. Grant St., Lancaster. For more information, call Jen Chandlee at 828-989-9821, email JenChandlee@gmail.com or visit Tinyurl.com/PostpartumDoulaTraining. See ad, page 25.

Christmas Open House at Inshanti Wellness Spa

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n Old-Fashioned Christmas Open House will be held at Inshanti Wellness Spa, in Kinzers, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., November 15, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., November 16, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., November 17. New Inshanti products will be introduced. Specials and discounts will be featured on pure essential oils, oil blends, health and beauty products, jewelry and more. Additional items available for purchase include gift certificates, unique and handmade gifts. Refreshments will be served.

“Jump-start the holiday season and holiday shopping by stopping by our old-fashioned Christmas open house,” says Debra Stoltzfus, master blender of pure essential oils and owner of The Essence of Inshanti. “This year, we have new items from an alpaca farm that are handcrafted by one woman from the sheering of the sheep all the way to the end product—slippers, socks, dryer balls and wash mitts.”

Location: 48 Slaymaker Hill Rd., Kinzers. For more information, call 717-587-3990, email Info@Inshanti.com or visit Inshanti.com.

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Gattuso Joins Health By Choice Wellness Facility

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aturopathic Doctor Erin Gattuso recently relocated to the area from San Diego, California, and has joined Ella McElwee, naturopathic doctor, at Health

By Choice Education and Research, a natural wellness facility in Manheim. She specializes in pediatrics and women’s health, including hormonal and digestive conditions, and is accepting new patients.

Erin Gattuso With extensive training in CranioSacral therapy, functional neurology and functional medicine, Gattuso is intent on finding natural health solutions that work with an average American’s busy lifestyle. She uses primarily botanical medicine, mind-body exercises, diet and nutraceuticals.

“As a woman of reproductive age, I grew really frustrated with the answers conventional medicine was giving me and my age group about how to regulate our bodies and our emotions,” explains Gattuso. “The side effects of the drugs they were giving me were too much to tolerate so I turned to natural medicine, and the rest was history. Now I love empowering women about how to find relief for their symptoms in a way that resonates with them.”

Location: 15 Market Sq., Manheim. For more information, call 814766-2182 or visit DrErinGattusoND.com. See ads, pages 21 and 53.

New Natural Approach Store Lives Up to its Name

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Natural Approach will conduct a grand opening celebration at 28 North 4th Street, in downtown Columbia, beginning with a noon ribbon-cutting ceremony through 5 p.m., November 3. Free classes, discounts and giveaways will be offered during the opening day event.

A Natural Approach features small, handcrafted companies, many of which are sourced locally. It is the place to go for organic, plant-based products for people and pets, essential oils, hydrosols and carrier oils. There is a selection of wrapped stone jewelry, bracelets and pet charms made by local artists. The store focuses on natural and Earth-inspired creations with a mission to promote awareness of nature’s purpose in our lives.

A Natural Approach carries 100 percent hemp items and accessories made in sweatshop-free conditions. Colorado-based Mary’s Nutritionals is known for its organically grown and labtested CBD products. The store carries several of their items, including super green powder, topical rubs and tinctures.

Classes will be offered throughout the month on topics such as creative journaling, stones and minerals, plant extracts and essences and energy healing.

For more information, call Stephen Jarvis at 717-449-0336 or email Store@ANaturalApproachToLife.com. For registration and a detailed calendar, visit ANaturalApproachToLife.com. See ad, page 24.

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Breathe Easier at The Salt Lounge

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pen for six months, The Salt Lounge, located in Wyomissing, is the first salt therapy option in Berks County. The Salt Lounge offers halotherapy along with treatments for self-care and stress relief, including salt-stone massage therapy, reiki, reflexology and yoga classes.

Designed for peace and relaxation, the location includes a serene lounge area; a large salt room that accommodates up to eight; a small room for up to two; and two treatment rooms for reiki, reflexology and salt-stone massage therapy. Salt lamps, salt for cooking and other Himalayan salt products are available for sale.

Salt therapy relaxes the mind and body and can help clients who are experiencing fall allergies and colds breathe easier. Owner Rachel Eskin says, “It’s been incredibly rewarding seeing clients come in stressed and stuffy and leave feeling refreshed with clear sinuses.”

Cost: $35 for a 45-minute session in Salt Therapy rooms. Multi-visit packages are available, and a group rate of $150 covers up to eight people. For more information, call 610-743-4613 or visit TheSaltLounge.net. See ad, page 5.

Lancaster’s 11th Annual Alternative Gift Fair

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ifts That Give Hope will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., December 8, at the Farm & Home Center, in Lancaster.

In an inspiring community atmosphere, attendees can shop for alternative gifts from 30 local and international nonprofits, purchase socially conscious, fair trade items and charitable gift donations to honor loved ones with meaningful gifts of hope. Each gift includes a beautiful greeting card and an explanatory insert.

The event also features local culinary delights and global foods, a fair-trade marketplace and children’s activities, including a scavenger hunt with a free book upon completion.

Admission is free. Location: 1383 Arcadia Rd., Lancaster. For more information, visit GiftsThatGiveHope.org/Lancaster. See ad, page 25.

Heart Space Happy Place Offers Belief Clearing

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eather Dempsey, creator of Heart Space Happy Place, offers multiple Belief Clearing techniques tailored to client needs. Individuals can choose to begin Heather Dempsey with a relaxing and empowering, customized meditation or delve into the Belief Closet, where different beliefs can be evaluated to decide what to keep, let go of and create.

“All of life’s experiences form our beliefs, and beliefs are what create our habits, patterns and cycles that keep us limited and stuck. We have been indoctrinated into most of these limiting beliefs as children, without having a choice, a say or an awareness that it has even happened,” explains Dempsey. “Beliefs are like a program, running 24 hours a day, in our subconscious mind. Belief Clearing methods encourage us to begin to release the negative beliefs that are stopping us from living the life of our dreams. They are incredibly effective and liberating, and the transformation will continue to unfold for years to come.”

Services are by appointment only. For more information, call 717-974-4841, email Heather@HS-HP.com or visit HS-HP.com.

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Pure Palate Organic Opens Second Location

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by Feizal Fakier, now has a second location at Lancaster Marketplace, 2084 Fruitville Pike, in Lancaster. Also located at Lancaster Central Market, Pure Palate Organic features organic, raw and fermented dairy, and the finest in grass-fed, organic dairy sourced from a variety of local organic farms and suppliers. Goods include butter, milk, ice-cream, eggs, cheese and more.

Fakier, formerly an engineer, moved to the area to be closer to nature, to food that is fresh and organic and to live a life more connected with the earth and with others. Fakier’s wife, Chef Bushra Boutaleb, has also opened a stand at Lancaster Marketplace, Flavors of Morocco, blending foods from Morocco and India made with local ingredients along with imported Moroccan spices.

Lancaster Marketplace was conceived as a suburban market in a unique setting for locally sourced and artisanal products including fresh fruits and vegetables, specialty foods, cafes, takeout foods and gourmet baked goods.

Lancaster Central Market hours are Tuesday and Friday, 6 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Saturday, 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. Lancaster Marketplace hours are Wednesday and Thursday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Friday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Saturday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, visit PurePalateOrganic.com and LancasterMarketplace.org.

Coping with the Holidays

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he Pathways Center for Grief & Loss will host Coping with the Holidays 2018: Support for Adults Grieving a Loss through Death. Lancaster County group sessions are held from 6:30 to 8 p.m., on Tuesdays, at the Essa Flory Center, in Lancaster. York County groups are held from 6:30 to 8 p.m., on Wednesdays, at the Ann B. Barshinger Hospice Center, in York. Topics include: Where to Begin, November 13 and 14; Planning Ahead, November 20 and 28; Living for Today, November 27 and December 5; Ways to Remember, December 11 and 12; and What are the Gifts, December 18 and 19.

A daytime option will be offered from 2 to 3:30 p.m., November 27, at The Pathways Center for Grief & Loss, in Mount Joy, and December 4, at the Ann B. Barshinger Hospice Center, in York.

All Pathways’ programs and services are available to anyone in the community regardless of whether their loved one was a Hospice patient.

Admission is free. Locations: The Essa Flory Center, 685 Good Dr., Lancaster. The Ann B. Barshinger Hospice Center, 235 St. Charles Way, Ste. 250, York. The Pathways Center for Grief & Loss, 4075 Old Harrisburg Pike, Mount Joy. To register, call 717-391-2413. For more information, visit PathwaysThroughGrief.org. See ad, page 33.

Holiday Bazaar and Pet Pantry Benefit Auction

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Holiday Spiritual and Holistic Bazaar, with a Chinese Auction benefit, will take place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., December 8 and 9, at Leesport Farmers’ Market Banquet Hall, in Leesport. Make a day of holiday and personal shopping and experiences by visiting vendors of soaps and bath products, candles, incense, oils, crystals, gemstone trees and jewelry, photography, salt lamps, statues, singing bowls, pet products, tarot, reiki, reflexology and more.

Food is available for purchase, and free lectures will take place throughout the weekend.

The Chinese Auction, featuring vendor-donated goods and services, benefits The Wellness Center for Pets and Their People, a volunteer and donation-based mobile pet food pantry serving Berks and Schuylkill counties, providing pet and household supplies to veterans, elderly and those experiencing life challenges.

Admission is $3/day or donation of bag of dry dog/cat food.

Location: Leesport Farmers’ Market Banquet Hall, 312 Gernant Church Rd., Leesport. For more information, call Julie Barracato at 570-573-1651 or visit LadyLynora.com/holiday-bazaar. For more information about The Wellness Center for Pets and Their People, visit them on Facebook. See ad, page 26.

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Eating Well Protects Hearing A healthy diet can lower the risk of moderate to severe hearing loss by 30 percent or more, conclude researchers from Harvard Medical School’s Brigham and Women’s Hospital. Studying the diets of 33,000 women for 22 years, they found that hearing was better retained among those that ate closer to the Mediterranean Diet—with more fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, nuts, fish and virgin olive oil.

The Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diet, high in fruits and vegetables and low-fat dairy, as well as low in sodium, also was associated with better hearing.

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Raw fruit and vegetables are better for mental health than canned, cooked or otherwise processed produce, report researchers from New Zealand’s University of Otago. Their survey of more than 400 young adults from their country and the U.S., published in Frontiers in Psychology, found a correlation between eating raw produce and measures of psychological well-being, positive mood and life satisfaction.

“The cooking and processing of produce likely limits the delivery of nutrients that are essential for optimal emotional functioning,” says co-author Tamlin Conner, Ph.D. The top 10 raw foods for mental health are carrots, bananas, apples, dark leafy greens, grapefruit, lettuce, other citrus, berries, cucumbers and kiwis.

Early-stage breast cancer can be accurately detected via a simple breath test and urine sample, report researchers at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, in Israel. Using electronic nose sensors and gas-chromatography mass spectrometry to analyze breath and urine, respectively, they were able to identify biomarkers for breast cancer, the most commonly diagnosed cancer for women worldwide. “Our new approach… with inexpensive, commercially available processes, is non-invasive, accessible and may be easily implemented in a variety of settings,” says study co-author Yehuda Zeiri, Ph.D.

Mammography, the common screening test for breast cancer, is typically 75 to 85 percent accurate, a figure that drops for full-bodied women and those with dense breast tissue. Dual-energy digital mammography is more accurate, but increases radiation exposure, and MRIs are more expensive.

The Israeli research, published in the journal Computers in Biology and Medicine, compared breath and urine samples taken from 85 women with breast cancer and 81 healthy women. The electronic e-nose device, picking up on a unique breath pattern, detected cancer cells accurately 95 percent of the time. The urine test proved 85 percent accurate. “With further study, it may also be possible to analyze exhaled breath and urine samples to identify other cancer types, as well,” says Zeiri.

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Breath and Urine Tests Detect Breast Cancer

Pumpkin Compounds Inhibit Cancer Growth In addition to being tasty, autumn’s pumpkin pie may also help prevent cancer. Two studies have confirmed the ability of certain nutrients in pumpkins to inhibit the growth of cancer cells.

Researchers from the Italian Institute of Food Science found that carotenoid compounds from pumpkins delayed the growth of human colorectal cancer and bone cancer cells by an average of 40 percent. In China, Harbin Medical University researchers found that a polysaccharide compound from pumpkins halted the growth of human liver cancer cells.

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Aerobic Fitness Helps Prevent Word Loss Tip-of-the-tongue word loss, an aggravation for many seniors and other adults, occurs less frequently in those with higher levels of aerobic fitness, regardless of age or vocabulary, reports a study of 56 men and women from the UK’s University of Birmingham. Lead researcher Katrien Segaert also clarified that tip-of-the-tongue word loss is not associated with memory loss—a common concern by those that often experience it.

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Citigroup is no longer financing mining projects that dump mine waste into the ocean. The move comes in response to pressure from the Ditch Ocean Dumping campaign, which calls on financial institutions to divest from any project or company that employs the practice. “Banks and financial institutions must actively take steps to ensure that they are not bankrolling the destruction of our oceans,” says campaign coordinator Ellen Moore of Earthworks.

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Thanksgiving bubbles up when we’re so filled with a sense of gratefulness—that great fullness—that we overflow into finding ways to express thanks aloud and in actions, such as delivering praise or being of service.

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The truth is that it’s not happiness that makes us grateful, but gratefulness that makes us happy. We can have all the things that should make us happy, and that we wish would make us happy, but unless we feel grateful for what we have, it’s likely nothing will truly make us happy. Happiness can be susceptible to outside circumstance, whereas gratefulness is an orientation we can more consistently maintain.

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This creates a ripple effect, bringing more reasons to be grateful. It’s a radical way to live.

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“We are absolutely seeing a rise in immune disorders,” says Michael T. Murray, a doctor of naturopathy in Lyons, Colorado, and author of Chronic Candidiasis: Your Natural Guide to Healing with Diet, Vitamins, Minerals, Herbs, Exercise and Other Natural Methods. “Many factors are responsible for the increase.” He cites the most notable as the widespread use of antibiotics and pesticides; dietary factors, including too much sugar; decreased intake of essential vitamins and minerals; overconsumption of calories in general; lifestyle factors like not getting enough sleep or exercise; excessive alcohol; stress; and exposure to cigarette smoke.

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“The microbiome—the bacterial structure that supports a strong immune system—is largely inherited from the mother during a vaginal birth,” says Sayer Ji, of Miami, Florida, founder of GreenMedInfo.com, sponsor of the 2017 Immune Defense Summit and a member of the National Health Federation’s board of governors. “The rising number of Caesarean sections, at nearly one-third of all U.S. births, up from 18 percent in 1997, deprives infants of those naturally occurring bacteria, and can result in immune deficiencies at an early age.”

Low-level chronic stress of the kind that occurs in everyday modern life is a leading underlying factor in immune system compromise, says natural health and healing expert Dr. Deepak Chopra, of Carlsbad, California, author of The Healing Self: A Revolutionary New Plan to Supercharge Your Immunity and Stay Well for Life. Along with emotional stress, he points to any kind of inner or outer challenge that pulls us off center.

Everyone experiences some stress every day; when unrelieved, it’s been widely shown to have a huge negative impact on our health. “Imbalance can be negative or positive, and so can stress,” says Chopra.

“Winning the lottery is just as stressful as going through a divorce. So the challenge isn’t to achieve static balance, but to successfully thrive in stressful surroundings.”

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Medical science now generally agrees that the greatest part of the immune system resides in the gut. “We need those trillions of bacteria that live in the digestive tract.

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Eliminating wheat and dairy can end half of current immune system dysfunction through helping to repair the microbiome and healing the immune system, Ji believes. As one example, “If my mom had known I was allergic to cow’s milk when I was a child, I wouldn’t have suffered for 20 years with bronchial asthma,” he says.

An anti-inflammatory diet also speeds gut healing and strengthens the immune system, says Blum. Highlights of her program for a basic clean-up include eliminating anything white (sugar and all products made with flour); eating quality fats (cold-pressed vegetable oils, nuts and seeds); protein (grass-fed beef, organic and free-range poultry, wild game and wildcaught fish); organic fruits and vegetables as much as possible and fermented foods daily; limiting and preferably eliminating dairy; and reading labels and banishing additives, chemicals and processed foods.

According to CDC statistics, almost everyone has some level of immune dysfunction, so this clean-up diet will benefit most of us, Blum says. After a basic regimen of three weeks or longer, she recommends exploring an elimination and challenge diet in which gluten, dairy, corn, soy and eggs are all eliminated for three weeks. People with arthritis should also eliminate nightshades like tomatoes and potatoes. “Then add back in the eliminated foods one at a time and carefully note the body’s reaction. It’s not that hard to get a clear picture of what aggravates inflammation such as arthritis pain,” Blum says.

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They’re useful in reducing immunemediated inflammation in autoimmune disorders,” Murray explains.

Australian research from the Garvan Institute of Medical Research confirms that supporting the immune system helps heal inflammation and autoimmune diseases. Instead, these are commonly treated with immune system suppressants that leave the patient with diminished resistance to other diseases.

Raw foods, especially pineapple and papaya, are good sources of digestive enzymes. They’re also available as supplements.

Prebiotics and probiotics: Prebiotics, plant fibers that ferment in the colon helping to increase desirable bacteria in the gut, and probiotics, live beneficial bacteria, help restore balance in the microbiome, effectively feeding and strengthening the immune system. Myers suggests that declining levels of friendly bacteria in the gut may actually mark the onset of chronic degenerative disease.

Vitamin D: Several studies, including one from Israel, have shown that people with the highest vitamin D levels have the lowest number of upper respiratory infections. “To ensure optimal vitamin D status, many health advocates, myself included, are recently advocating daily dosages of 2,000 to 5,000 international units (IU), even in apparently healthy adults,” Murray says.

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charides; soluble fiber naturally occurring in the cell walls of grains, bacteria, yeast, algae and fungi. Natural sources include oats, barley, seaweed, and shitake and reishi mushrooms. In supplements, look for products extracted by fermentation if grain or yeast is a concern. These sugars are known to help prevent and shorten durations of colds and flu and provide relief for allergies and sinus congestion, and may help regulate an overactive immune response in cases of autoimmune disorders.

Both internal and external factors can affect us all the way to the cellular level.

Chopra says, “You are talking to your genes all the time, and what you say affects every cell in your body. Through lifestyle choices, you can make healing decisions rather than damaging ones.”

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Be one with life: Belief in our oneness with “more than enough” sets us free to receive.

Be aware we live in an expanding universe: The creative life force of the universe constantly conspires for our good as we consciously participate in the process.

Be accountable for individual consciousness: How we perceive ourself and our world defines our experience. Changing our point of view can change everything.

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e often have a large amount of clutter in our homes, and that can elevate our stress levels. A 10-year study, Life at Home in the Twenty-First Century, by Jeanne E. Arnold, Anthony P. Graesch, Enzo Ragazzini and Elinor Ochs, a team of social scientists, has demonstrated that clutter in homes increases women’s stress hormone levels.

Sometimes, just sitting down to work through a pile of papers or a mound of T-shirts feels stressful because we don’t realize how emotionally attached we have become to the items in our home. In evaluating the worthiness of objects ranging from refrigerator magnets to bottles of unused hair products, we aren’t just decluttering; we are confronting psychological aspects of our personality.

There are a variety of helpful decluttering concepts, but the most effective ones create an intentional, thoughtful process

Be in the flow: The law of circulation manifests as either a cornucopia of more than enough or a vortex of not enough, depending on how freely energy flows through us. Remember that we are the gatekeeper that directs the flow.

Be passionate: Honoring our passions sets us free from the tyranny of a joyless life. Unearthing and living what creates joy, love and peace brings the gift of our authentic self to the party called life.

Be blessed: To be blessed and know it is to affirm that we are a whole person, with nothing missing. Sharing our abundance becomes our daily norm. This state of being blesses our world.

Be of service: When we serve others selflessly, we are recognizing that they matter. When someone knows they matter, they are intrinsically guided to demonstrate it in ways that serve others… and the circle is complete.

Be courageous: Boldly move beyond false limits to horizons that call us to new levels of self-expression and fulfillment, often in collaboration with a spirited community.

Be a catalyst for good: Such actions connect us directly to the secret of creating an abundant life—our innate oneness with the universe.

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While you sleep, your immune system recovers and prepares for the day ahead. It replenishes every cell in your body.

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People who struggle with sleep deprivation may suffer from irritability, depression, over-eating— and even face a higher risk for Alzheimer’s.

If your mattress is filled with chemical toxins, airborne allergens, or worse, your body is doing battle with those things rather than repairing itself. You’re losing valuable energy each night instead of healing your body and revitalizing your mind.

And all of that can wreak havoc on your health and well being.

What’s In Your mattress?

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.

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advertorial Gardner’s Mattress & More, in Lancaster, PA. “Many people, like me, are in search of a natural sleep system. I was shocked to learn that toxic emissions from mattresses are a major source of daily pollution in our lives,” says McClure.

An all-natural, organic mattress is free of potentially harmful chemicals. Instead, natural materials like natural rubber are used. Rubber is naturally hypoallergenic and resistant to dust mites, making it ideal for allergy sufferers.

Also, natural rubber is antimicrobial, inhibiting the growth of bacteria, mold and mildew, which can cause asthma and respiratory distress. No synthetic materials are added to provide these benefits.

“All rubber used in our natural mattresses is from the sap of a rubber tree, which can yield rubber for up to 30 years. When a tree is done producing rubber, it is taken down and turned into furniture. A new tree is then planted in its place, thus making natural rubber a sustainable bedding component,” says McClure.

What’s the difference between an organic mattress and a conventional one? “Organic mattresses are crafted from natural materials. Conventional mattresses are made mostly of artificial materials from nonrenewable sources, such as plastic and other petrochemicals,” says McClure.

Do organic mattresses come in different firmness? “Yes, there are two main types of organic mattresses: Natural rubber and inner-spring. Both styles are available with varying firmness options to suit anyone’s sleep needs,” says McClure.

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If you’re not sleeping well or you’re worried about toxic chemicals in your bedroom, consider this: The two things in life you spend the most time on are work and sleep. How much of your remaining hours on earth do you want to waste losing sleep on an uncomfortable, chemical-laden mattress? That’s a question that many are asking.

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ing water “a great deal”.

Bottled water is usually safe to drink, but isn’t environmentally friendly. Plastic bottle production in the U.S. requires 17.6 million barrels of oil annually, reports the nonprofit Riverkeeper; plus the energy used to transport it to market, refrigerate it and collect the empties equals filling the bottles a quarter full of oil. Then, 77 percent of discards end up in the landfill. the Earth Day Network reports.

Retail costs range from 89 cents a serving to $8 a gallon for designer water, averaging $1.11 a gallon, compared to .002 cents per gallon for tap water.

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mericans trust bottled more than tap water, but that confidence might work better if reversed. The Environmental Working Group (EWG) notes that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) monitors tap water for more than 90 contaminants, and it must meet the strict standards of the Safe Drinking Water Act of 1974. Nationally distributed bottled water, under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration,

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Concern about safe tap water is relatively recent—in the 1960s, for instance, people worried more about fluoridation than contamination. But since 1990, partly driven by bottled water ads, Gallup polls have shown tap water concerns rising; 63 percent of us now worry about our drink-

Legitimate concerns about tap water exist, mostly because homes built before 1986 likely have lead in their pipes, solder and fixtures, possibly contaminating municipally sourced water. Well water is also susceptible to outside contamination from chemicals and microorganisms that must be monitored.

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Several types—tap-mounted, under-sink and pitchers—are effective and affordable, ranging from $20 to $300. Seek filters certified by the National Sanitation Foundation (NSF) testing agency that check for specific contaminants of concern.

NSF-42 coding certifies filters that improve water taste and remove both chlorine and particulate matter. NSF-53 is more stringent and requires removal of metals and harmful chemicals.

The highest standard, NSF-401, covers filters that eliminate bacteria, pesticides/herbicides and residue from drugs like ibuprofen.

Activated carbon filters, which require regular replacement cartridges, remove large particles like sediment and silt. Reverse osmosis filters remove dissolved inorganic solids (including salts) by pushing tap water through a semi-permeable membrane.

Ultraviolet water purification is effective at treating bacteria and viruses, but not contaminants such as chlorine, volatile organic compounds or heavy metals.

Charcoal pitcher filters are the most common, easiest to use and least expensive, although cartridges add to the cost and are only effective for processing about 40 gallons each. To save money, DIY products allow individuals to refill used cartridges with new activated charcoal. Filter pitchers need to be cleaned regularly because the charcoal can leak, producing mildew, calcium and grime.

Faucet-mounted models are easy to install and can be switched easily from filtered to unfiltered water (e.g., for washing up). Under-sink filters and cartridges are effective for up to 200 gallons, but more challenging to install. Connecting to refrigerators and ice makers makes installation more complex, and leakage can be an issue; countertop filters take up space, but are less likely to clog.

Consumer Reports says reverse osmosis filters are effective at removing contaminants, but can operate slowly, consume cabinet space, need periodic cleaning with bleach and create three to five gallons of wastewater for every gallon filtered.

WHO indicates that conventional municipal water treatment processes can remove about half of the compounds associated with pharmaceutical drugs. Advanced treatment like reverse osmosis and nanofiltration can be more efficient, removing up to 99 percent of large pharmaceutical molecules.

The first step is a water test. Some state and local health departments offer free test kits and they are also sold at hardware stores. Certified laboratories test tap water samples, with information often available from the local water provider.

Find a state-by-state list of certified labs plus program contacts at Tinyurl.com/DrinkingWaterCertificationInfo. The EPA Safe Drinking Water Hotline is 800-426-4791.

Jim Motavalli, of Fairfield, CT, is an author, freelance journalist and speaker specializing in clean automotive and other environmental topics. Connect at JimMotavalli.com.

by Ronica O’Hara

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yths abound regarding proper hydration—many of them encouraged by purveyors of bottled water. Gauge personal hydration know-how by answering these true-or-false questions.

1

If we’re thirsty, we’re already dehydrated.

True. Our kidneys let us know when we need water by sending a “thirsty” message to the brain. “If you ignore that warning, it will go away and other symptoms will occur, such as headache, brain fog, muscle cramps and dry, cool skin, making the dehydration more serious,” warns Chiropractor Livia Valle, of Valins Chiropractic, in Smithtown, New York.

2

We must drink eight glasses of water every day.

False. Eating fruits and vegetables also bolsters hydration (watermelon and spinach are almost 100 percent water by weight), as do milk, juice and herbal tea, advises the Mayo Clinic.

3

It’s impossible to overhydrate.

False. Although rare, hyponatremia can result from some diseases, medications and consuming too much water too quickly, causing sodium (salt) levels to plummet; this can lead to nausea and coma, to which marathon runners can be prone (WebMD.com).

4

Electrolyte-enhanced drinks beat out water.

False. Experts say that for most people most of the time, plain water hydrates just as well, which is good news, considering the sugar and artificial dyes in Gatorade and similar electrolyte drinks. Even for athletes, hydrating with electrolytes is called for only after more than an hour of intense, sweaty exercise, according to the American College of Sports Medicine. If concerned about hydrating on an active, steamy day, consider stirring additive- and sugar-free electrolyte tablets or powder into water.

5

Caffeine causes dehydration.

False. A UK University of Birmingham study of 50 people that drank three to six cups of coffee daily found no significant effects on hydration—perhaps because the water in coffee and tea makes up for any dehydrating effects.

6

The volume of urine is a better hydration indicator than its color.

True. “Urine color varies based on many factors, including diet,” says exercise physiologist Mary Jayne Rogers, Ph.D., of Albuquerque, New Mexico. “But if you are not producing much urine, it can be a sign that your body is clinging to water and may need more.”

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eekend athletes, office workers and hobbyists greatly benefit from a balanced array of regular exercises as a preventive measure against injury. In our technological age, repetitive strain injury (RSI) is all too common, and anyone using a computer daily can be at risk. Sedentary lifestyles help set the stage for injury.

RSI is classified as a cumulative trauma disorder that can affect muscles, tendons and nerves of not only the forearm and hand, but also the neck and shoulders. Symptoms may include pain, weakness, numbness or compromised motor control. Carpal tunnel syndrome is just one example.

“Repetitive injuries occur by executing the same motions over and over again with little or no variation, and become syndromes when they occur frequently or chronically,” says Brian Lebo, a strength and conditioning coach and director of the Athletic Performance Training Center, in North Royalton, Ohio.

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Poor posture, faulty movement technique and lack of periodic breaks from activities can play a major role in developing any form of RSI. “I find that people that maintain a balanced exercise routine tend to do the best in jobs that apply repetitive stresses. People that sit at a desk need core strengthening, flexibility work in the hips, wrists and hands, and work on the neck flexors of the cervical spine,” says Felipe J. Mares, a physical therapist and owner of PT First Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. “People that exercise on a daily basis, regardless of their job, hold up better at work. There’s a lot of stored equity in muscle tissue and strength that comes in handy.”

Lebo elaborates, “Exercise is critical for improving quality of life for people that suffer from repetitive injuries or RSI because it provides variation from repetitive movement, strengthens muscle and connective tissue, stabilizes joints and improves the body’s response to physical stress. For people

with desk jobs, I recommend taking 10 minutes to get up every hour on the hour and move around. Focus on mobility.”

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The impulse to get outside, engage in a sport or push through limitations on weekends can lead to injury if exercising is not also part of the work week. “Do something on weekdays to support your weekend activity to prepare and strengthen your body specifically for it,” says Lebo. “For recreational athletes, I recommend performing some type of strength training to support the demands and movement patterns of your activity. For tendinitis or inflammation of the tendons— the most common type of repetitive injury— exercise can reverse or minimize injury following appropriate rest, together with physical therapy when indicated.”

Basic strength training, maintaining a healthy weight and staying hydrated all help prevent injury and decrease the risk of reoccurrence.“Repetitive injuries that I see often are iliotibial band syndrome, patellofemoral syndrome, lower back pain and rotator cuff injuries. The main cause of these is overuse, faulty alignment and muscle compensation,” says Brooke Taylor, a functional training expert and owner of Taylored Fitness NY Ltd., in New York City.

“Functional training engages the body in multiplanar movements that simulate everyday motions. This forces the body to work as one unit, as opposed to isolating various body parts. The beauty is that with a well-designed program, you leave no muscle untouched. Functional training is beneficial for everyone, and one hour of training a day can make a huge difference.

Get out and explore different activities and work opposing muscles. Make all parts of the body work as one,” counsels Taylor.

Whether injuries occur at the desk, on the soccer field or not at all, keeping the body fit is key. Mares reminds us that exercise is like sleep—something we all need and cannot avoid, saying, “Exercise is the great equalizer in life.”

Marlaina Donato is a freelance writer and authors books related to the fields of alternative health and spirituality. Connect at MarlainaDonato.com.

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Manufacturers need to protect their products from damage and theft, and also want them to stand out on retail shelves.

A common result has been hard-to-open containers relying on excessive cardboard and plastic. Today, more manufacturers are responding to consumer requests for less packaging, making it easier on both people and the planet.

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hether shopping online or in a local store, more eco-friendly options are available and they’re worth seeking out.

In grocery stores, look for cellophane packaging made from corn, wheat or potatoes that replaces traditional plastic packaging used for candy, spices, nuts, produce and bath products. Cellulose, made from sustainably harvested wood pulp, one of nature’s most abundant materials, makes for a sturdy bio- and marine-degradable bag that is suitable for home composting. Resistant to oil, fat and grease, it is also microwavable and oven-safe at low temperatures.

Fenugreen uses antibacterial, antifungal spices infused into a tea that is soaked into clean, biodegradable FreshPaper. It works in conjunction with store packaging or storage containers to keep bread, fruit, vegetables and cheese fresh. Kavita Shukla, founder and CEO, says, “Each paper lasts about a month.

A distinct, maple-like scent says the paper is actively working to keep food fresh two to four times longer than usual, preventing food waste due to spoilage.”

Quinn Snacks’ revolutionary Pure Pop Bag of microwave popcorn contains no genetically modified corn, synthetic chemicals or plastic coatings, so unlike other brands, its packaging is compostable and biodegradable. Consumers add the included salt and spices after the popping, allowing the addition of natural ingredients while maintaining the integrity of the food’s natural oil and flavor.

Food carry-out used to mean polystyrene (Styrofoam) containers, but now consumers have the safer option of pulp products that break down completely in backyard compost heaps or through commercial recycling. The pulp comes from North American-sourced hardwoods, which reduces its travel footprint and supports environmentally aware suppliers.

Mycelium, another Styrofoam substitute, uses mushroom roots as glue to hold together other sustainable, compostable agriculture byproducts like corn stalks. The result creates shipping materials that cradle wine bottles, computers and other fragile items to prevent breakage.

In beauty products, look for refillable glass jars. While glass is endlessly recyclable, it carries a large carbon footprint.

Glass is heavy and must be transported, sometimes out of state, to reach a treatment plant. Furnaces capable of melting glass containers must run nonstop at about 2,600 degrees Fahrenheit. Taking the time to refill glass jars saves energy and prevents greenhouse gas emissions.

Some personal products such as deodorant are available in paper pushup tubes. Standard plastic tubes can be difficult to empty completely and are sometimes made of more than one type of plastic, which makes them non-recyclable.

Eco-friendly packaging can be especially challenging for small businesses.

Katherine Dexter, owner of Wild House Body Care, in College Station, Texas, says, “I needed a green product that was oilproof and waterproof. One of the best I’ve found for wrapping solid lotion bars is an unbleached, soy waxed paper. It works as effectively as paraffin-coated waxed paper and is 100 percent biodegradable.” She uses sustainable and natural materials for all of her product packaging.

As part of the adult coloring book craze, Najeeb Kahn, founder of the Monthly Coloring Club, noticed books were shipped shrink-wrapped, so the club has switched to compostable and recycled rigid cardboard mailers.

Online mattress sales have increased from a 5 percent market share in 2016 to 10 percent in 2017, thanks to moneyback guarantees, free in-home trials and innovative compressed mattress-in-a-box delivery. A mattress is squashed to fit in a box measuring 18 by 44 inches; about the size of a medium file cabinet. One person can easily carry it up stairs or around corners. Released from the box, the foam mattress expands to normal size in eight to 12 hours. The cardboard package can be reused or recycled.

Email manufacturers to either congratulate them on better choices or complain about excess. Each purchase voices an opinion. Let’s make it count.

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ratitude for the bounty in our lives has been a constant in every American Thanksgiving since the Pilgrims’ first celebration at Plymouth Plantation. What has changed is the menu.

Many holiday hosts today wish to be inclusive and respect everyone’s increasingly restrictive dietary needs. A few dishes that offer naturally gluten-free, paleo and plant-based options never go amiss, especially when we’re talking pie.

It’s easy to make a plant-based pie—think pumpkin, sweet potato and chocolate. As a bonus, many vegan pies can be made ahead and actually taste better the next day.

The Crust

A mellow nut crust might be the best way to go; pecans or almonds, sweetened with dates, crumbled in the food processor and pressed into a pie pan. It’s deliciously easy and can be made the day before, always a plus at holiday time. Gluten-free vanilla, chocolate or gingersnap cookie crumbs, mixed with a little coconut oil pressed into the pan, can serve as an alternative to nuts.

The Filling

The freshest filling makes the freshest-tasting pie. Winter vegetables such as squash, small sugar or pie pumpkins or sweet potatoes can be baked in the oven and puréed in the food processor days ahead of time. Or, make the purées weeks ahead and freeze them, ready to thaw for a recipe.

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An ethereal cloud of coconut whipped cream can taste just as delicious as the dairy version, says vegan baker and cookbook author Fran Costigan, of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She refrigerates a 14-ounce can of unsweetened, full-fat coconut milk for at least 24 hours. After opening it, she spoons out only the solid coconut cream into a chilled bowl, saving the remaining liquid coconut milk for another use. She whips the coconut cream with an electric mixer until fluffy, adding a natural sweetener and vanilla extract if desired. It all makes for a perfectly healthy plant pie.

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18 oz vegan or dairy-free chocolate chips 1 (14-oz) can unsweetened, full-fat coconut milk ½ cup almond or cashew butter Place the chocolate chips in a medium mixing bowl. Spoon the almond butter on top of the chocolate chips. Set aside.

Vegan Pecan-Date Pie Crust The crust takes minutes to make and then press into a pie pan.

Yields: One nine-inch pie crust 1½ cups pitted dates, preferably Medjool, coarsely chopped 1½ cups chopped pecans ¼ tsp sea salt 2 tsp coconut oil Soak the dates in hot water for 10 minutes.

Remove the dates from the water and pat dry.

Place the dates, pecans and salt in the bowl of a food processor and blend until the mixture sticks together.

Lightly oil the bottom and sides of a nineinch pie or springform pan.

Spoon the entire can of coconut milk into a saucepan. Over medium heat, stir and bring to a simmer until small bubbles form around the perimeter of the pan.

Pour the hot coconut milk over the chocolate chips and almond butter. Make sure all the chocolate is covered with the hot milk.

Let it sit for three to five minutes to melt the chocolate.

Whisk by hand until the mixture becomes smooth, shiny and dark. Pour into the prepared crust.

Refrigerate the completed pie until it is firm and ready to serve.

Inspired by and adapted from recipes by Nava Atlas, at VegKitchen.com, Fran Costigan at FranCostigan.com and Ashley Adams, who blogs at TheSpruceEats.com.

Press the date mixture into the bottom and up the sides of the prepared pan.

Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.

Adapted from a recipe by Nava Atlas, of Hudson Valley, NY, vegan cookbook author of Vegan Express: 160 Fast, Easy, & Tasty Plant-Based Recipes.

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Yields: Filling for one nine-inch vegan pecan-date pie crust

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Award-winning cookbook author Deborah Madison, author of Seasonal Fruit Desserts: From Orchard, Farm, and Market, in Galisteo, New Mexico, preheats her oven to 375° F. “Cut the squash in half, the pumpkins into quarters, scrape out the seeds and brush the cut surfaces with a vegetable oil such as sunflower or safflower,” she suggests.

“Place the squash or pumpkins cutside-down on a sheet pan. Prick sweet potatoes all over with a fork. Bake the vegetables until tender, about 40 minutes,” says Madison. When baked, scoop out the flesh, discard the rinds or skin and purée the flesh in a food processor. About two cups of purée equals a 15-ounce can of pumpkin, sweet potato or butternut squash. Pies made with fresh purées will have a lighter color and flavor.

Madison says she prefers natural sweeteners. “Honey and maple syrup are so dynamic—they’re more like foods in their own right than just sweeteners.”

Maple and date sugars give pies a deep, caramelized flavor.

Always taste test during preparation, recommends Alissa Saenz, of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania, who blogs at ConnoisseurusVeg.com. She loves a big dose of chai spices and little dose of sweetener in her Vegan Chai-Spiced Sweet Potato Pie. But pie is personal. “I recommend tasting your batter to decide if you’d prefer a little more or less of each,” she says.

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Process the filling until smooth, stopping to scrape the bowl as needed. Pour the batter into a prepared pie crust and smooth out the top with a rubber scraper.

Bake about 40 minutes or until it sets.

Vegan Chai-Spiced Sweet Potato Pie This pie filling is robust with spices and not too sweet. Add less spice and more maple syrup to taste.

Yields: Filling for one nine-inch vegan pecan-date pie crust 2 large sweet potatoes ¾ cup coconut milk 3 Tbsp maple syrup 2 tsp vanilla extract 2 Tbsp arrowroot or tapioca starch 2 Tbsp ground cinnamon 1 Tbsp ground ginger 1 tsp ground cardamom ½ tsp ground nutmeg ¼ tsp ground cloves ½ tsp sea salt

Remove the pie from oven and allow it to cool completely before slicing.

Top with whipped coconut cream, if desired.

Adapted recipe and photo courtesy of Alissa Saenz, of Phoenixville, PA; Connoisseurus Veg.com/vegan-chai-spiced-sweet-potato-pie.

Lower the oven temperature to 375° F. When the sweet potatoes are cool enough to handle, scoop out the insides and place them into a food processor bowl. Add the coconut milk, maple syrup, vanilla,

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Poke a few holes in each sweet potato using a sharp knife.

Remove from oven and slice the sweet potatoes open to allow the steam to escape.

Let them sit a few minutes to cool.

Yields: Filling for one nine-inch vegan pecan-date pie crust

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Preheat the oven to 400° F.

Place the sweet potatoes directly on the oven rack and bake until very soft, about 45 minutes. Or microwave them for about eight minutes, checking every minute or so after the first five minutes.

With no flour, this pie has a softer, more velvety texture. For a thicker filling, simply refrigerate before serving.

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Add all ingredients, except for the starch and dates, into a large pot. Stir well and bring to a simmer.

While the pumpkin mixture is heating, prepare a “slurry” by adding two to three tablespoons of water to the starch in a small bowl. Gently mix together until a thick liquid has formed; avoid clumps.

Add the slurry to the simmering pumpkin mixture and cook over medium heat for five to six minutes, stirring continuously.

Transfer this mixture to a blender or food processor, add in the pitted (unsoaked) Medjool dates and blend until smooth.

Pour the filling into a prepared crust, then bake for 30 to 35 minutes.

Let cool completely before slicing and serving.

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“Not every child needs to play a team sport. Team experiences such as working with peers toward a goal, learning to win and lose gracefully and to get along with others can also be learned through the arts,” explains Antonella D’Aloia, a developmental and expressive art teacher with The Whole Child, in Upton, Massachusetts. “Both crafts and expressive artistic creation have huge benefits because they’re usually seen as nonthreatening activities, especially for kids with anxiety or on the autism spectrum. Art offers a safe place in which they can hone new responses to difficult feelings.”

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Weaving, scrapbooking, making friendship bracelets and other art projects involving organic or re-usable materials can demonstrate sustainability while teaching children how to follow directions, cultivate patience and strategize. Healthy cooking classes are a creatively engaging avenue for youths to learn about connections between a healthy Earth and maintaining personal health. Expressing themselves through the visual arts, drama and dance promotes problem-solving and innovation, as does joining a science or Lego club.

“It doesn’t have to cost a lot of money to try new things,” stresses D’Aloia. “Go to local school concerts, plays and art exhibits. Look for public art in your area. Local libraries often offer great activities for kids.”

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Fostering imagination and using the written word through journaling or storytelling nourishes a child’s inner world. “Creating a short story requires divergent thinking; young writers use their imaginations to generate unique ideas for characters, settings, plots and conflicts.

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According to Stanford University research published in the Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences, learning an instrument helps to improve children’s reading skills, especially those struggling with dyslexia and other learning challenges. Researchers at the German Institute for Economic Research revealed that learning music amplifies cognitive and non-cognitive skills twice as much as engaging in sports, dance or theater arts.

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“My children had only ever been homeschooled. When my daughter was born last summer, I needed to regroup, reconfigure and spend time with her and myself,” she explains. “My three older children went to our local, country school. My two younger children stayed home with me.

“By the end of the year, I felt like I didn’t really recognize my children anymore,” reflects Schaffer. “They bickered a lot, communicated much less and were always asking to watch something or play something. I knew something drastic had to occur.”

With two weeks left of school, Schaffer decided she and her children would do a 40-day technology fast. “There were some guidelines, and I knew it would not be perfectly free from all media. The kids had iPads at school, and sometimes they watched educational videos there as well. I needed to continue working, so I was allowed to use the computer for work purposes,” she explains.

Schaffer says the children stopped watching movies and playing video games, and she refrained from excess texting and using her phone for social and entertainment purposes. What followed was more than she ever expected or predicted.

During the first week of the fast, they all felt like something was missing.

“I could tell the children were a little confused as to what to do,” she recalls.

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one that fits your family,” she says. “The rewards can be long lasting if you commit to a 30- to 40-day period of fasting, long enough for the mind to create a new habit.

There will be a moment of breakthrough that makes every trial and discomfort absolutely priceless,” encourages Schaffer.

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“They started following me around everywhere. It became quite sweet, actually.

When I was cooking, they asked to help.

If I was working on an art project, they sat in my art room and drew, or asked to paint. They amazingly stopped bickering about everything. It’s as if subconsciously they knew they needed to do something productive.”

At the end of the first week, Schaffer came downstairs one morning to see her sons building a pirate ship in the living room. “Not a Lego, or block-sized ship, but large, built using most of the dining room chairs with blankets, and equipped with a canon and flags. I had to share this on Facebook, breaking the no-media fast, but it just had to be shared, it was so cool,” she enthuses.

According to Schaffer, the most dramatic change that occurred began around 20 days into the period of fasting.

“All of a sudden, our bookshelves began to look intriguing,” she says. “I have been an avid reader my entire life. As a child, I was reading long novels, in every genre.

I’d lay in my bed with a flashlight and read into the late hours of the night. At school, I’d hide books in my desk to read during lessons. I carried books with me in the car and everywhere we went. I just naturally expected my children to love to read as much as I did and still do. I would often more than gently nudge them to read.”

Around the 20-day mark, the Schaffer children picked up books and slowly started reading, to their mother’s surprise and delight. “I couldn’t believe it, but by the end of another week, all of my older children would sit and read all day long.

They told me how much they loved books.

We made regular trips to the library and loaded up with books. It lasted throughout the remainder of the time we were breaking from technology and has continued months later,” she explains.

“My children benefited from this experiment, but so did my husband and I. My husband did not join us in this undertaking, per se. He did, however, reap rewards and was unwillingly pulled into the affair. In the evenings instead of racing to the living room for some television time, our children lingered around the kitchen table, engaging in conversation.

They would often ask my husband to go outside and play ball or some other activity,” she recalls. “It was quite beautiful to witness that by just removing some ‘thing’ from our lives, something new and lovely was created.”

Schaffer believes that removing some technology from daily life can have a farreaching, ripple effect beyond the walls of our homes. “It was difficult at times, but worth the experiment. I encourage parents to try a form of my technology break,

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nimals have performed massage on themselves or others since the dawn of time through natural grooming behaviors,” reports the Northwest School of Animal Massage, in Vashon, Washington. “Any animal’s quality of life can be enhanced with massage.”

Therapeutic Massage Results

“Maintenance massage is great for helping your pet stay at their peak level of health for as long as possible. It’s also a great tool for monitoring and early detection,” says Kim Tews, a certified small animal massage practitioner located near Portland, Oregon.

Jonathan Rudinger, a registered nurse, licensed massage therapist and authority on canine massage in Toledo, Ohio, explains that massage supports oxygen exchange, helping animals to breathe more deeply, and even encourages coughing to loosen phlegm and debris in the lungs.

Increasing both blood and lymphatic circulation is another benefit. “Manual lymphatic drainage massage is a good immune booster, and benefits pets of all breeds and ages,” says Tews. Massage shortens postoperative recovery time for pets and helps decrease inflammation and pain while lowering blood pressure and working to normalize breathing patterns and digestion.

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For dogs with arthritis, Rudinger says that massage works to increase the natural fluids within the dog’s body, along with improving lymph and blood circulation and hormone and energy flow. When it comes to sporting events and intense recreation, massage can be used to increase blood flow to muscles beforehand and reduce muscle soreness afterward.

Massage is a comfort for beloved dogs receiving treatment for a terminal illness or palliative care. The practice can also reduce the need for pain medication, decrease metabolic end products in tissues, ease constipation and feelings of anxiety and isolation, and instill greater peace.

Behavioral Results

Massage therapist Michelle Rivera with the Healing Oasis Wellness Center, in Sturtevant, Wisconsin, remarks in the journal Integrative Veterinary Care, “It was in China that I learned that many behavioral problems can also be alleviated or eliminated with the addition of massage therapy.

In my own practice, the majority of issues I successfully work with using massage are behavior problems and seizures.”

Highly sensitive animals may find that therapeutic massage makes being touched more tolerable. Rudinger explains that it

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can clear physiological energy blocks. His approach with dogs is to work on the stomach energy meridian, which flows down around the mouth, down both sides of the midline and underneath the abdominal side of the body. It ends up around the anus, beneath the animal’s tail.

As the meridian is associated with the emotional brain or limbic system, working on this area is particularly useful for dogs that are fear-biters, food- or dog-aggressive, have separation anxiety or problems with their gastrointestinal tract.

Generally speaking, dog massage can be a useful tool for stress relief and relaxation.

Find the Right Expert

An integrative veterinarian can provide advice and recommend an experienced area canine massage therapist to treat an animal’s specific need. At-home or in-clinic sessions may last from 30 to 80 minutes.

Having a family member massage a pet can add calming and bonding benefits, especially in palliative care. A workshop or continuing education course will teach basic to advanced hands-on massage skills.

Offering the benefits of therapeutic massage to a dog is one of the greatest gifts we can give to support their happiness and quality of life. It can also work wonders for cats.

Karen Becker, a doctor of veterinary medicine, is a proactive, integrative practitioner who consults internationally and writes for Mercola Healthy Pets (HealthyPets.Mercola.com).

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lthough the method of massage and results can be similar to that for dogs, cats have their own rules about how they are touched. “Every massage must be individualized,” says Katie Mehrtens, owner of The Right Spot Pet Massage, near Chicago, and a nationally certified small animal massage therapist. “Cats are typically more sensitive to touch than dogs, and can become overstimulated. I am hyperaware of the cat’s reactions, and often give them more breaks to avoid stress,” she says.

“If your cat doesn’t like to be touched, you just haven’t figured out the best moves yet,” advises Maryjean Ballner, a massage therapist in Santa Barbara, California. “Common mistakes include rubbing, instead of caressing, and going too fast. Felines get the reputation they’re difficult. Pay attention to the basics.”

“Although many bones and muscles in cats and dogs have the same names and locations, they may not be identical in physical

appearance or function,” Mehrtens says.

“A cat’s skeleton is slender, with lean, fluid muscles designed for leaping distances with stealth and agility. They’re likely to experience less wear and tear on joints than dogs.”

Ballner offers tips to let the cat be the teacher as to what works best: n Get down to their level. n Approach at shoulder height, not the top of the head. n Caress using full palms, not just fingertips. Slower is safe, enjoyable and desirable. n Caress under the chin and around the cheeks using finger pads and full palms or the flat area between the knuckles. n Focus totally on the cat for four minutes. Make it routine. n Voice soft, soothing, low-tone phrases— not baby talk; maybe repeating, “Oh, you good boy, good boy.”

Susi Rosinski, a certified feline, canine and equine massage therapist and owner of Ancient Far East Healing Arts, in Tonawanda, New York, offers, “Most of my [feline] clients have joint pain or back mobility difficulties. Working on legs and joints after they’re fully relaxed helps them, as well as being safer for me, as I slowly add pressure to the areas where they need it most.”

“For four minutes a day, cat massage is therapeutic, whether it’s for you or the cat,” says Ballner.

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FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 2 Deep Relaxation with Yoga Nidra – 7pm. A few of the benefits of yoga nidra now being confirmed by the medical field are increased immune function, digestive function, and better sleep. The gifts of Yoga Nidra are the releasing of old habits, fatigue, worry, and stress. $20. RSVP: Heart Space | Happy Place Studio, 2nd Street, Columbia. 717-974-4841. HS-HP.com.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 3 Friends of Exeter Community Library Bazaar – 9am-3pm. Visit Annelle Soponis, Hypnotist, along with authors, crafters, vendors and foods. Free to attend. Exeter Community Library, 4659 Preswick Dr, Reading. 610-406-9431 Fall Inner Peace Holistic Expo – 10am-6pm. Holistic practitioners and vendors including acupuncture, chiropractic, massage, reiki, reflexology, crystals, home products, angelic and intuitive readings and lectures throughout the day. Food available for purchase. $7/day, $10/weekend. 12 and under free.

Hamburg Field House. InnerPeaceHolisticExpo.com.

New Patient Day – 10:30am. Receive a new patient evaluation for just $20. Sheehan Natural Health offers safe and natural solutions to your health problems. Please call in advance to see if you qualify.

Sheehan Natural Health, 1301 E King St, Lancaster.

717-392-6606. SheehanNaturalHealth.com.

Creative Arts, Health & Community Saturday – 11am-3pm. An all-day event with yoga, guided meditations, massage, reiki, spiritual teachings, various arts and crafts, lunch and dinner, and a special musical guest, Terra Cura. See website for the full program. Suggested donation $10 per class/ event and per meal. Kula Kamala Foundation & Yoga Ashram, 17 Basket Rd, Reading. 484-5095073. KulaKamalaFoundation.org.

A Natural Approach to Life Grand Opening – 12-5pm. Celebrate with a ribbon cutting ceremony at noon, and enjoy free classes, discounts, and giveaways throughout the day. Shop for organic plant-based products for people and pets, essential oils, hemp items, locally made wire-wrapped jewelry, bracelets and pet charms, and more. A Natural Approach, 28 N 4th St, Columbia. 717-449-0336.

ANaturalApproachToLife.com.

Intro to Tapping (Emotional Freedom Techniques, EFT) – 1-4pm. Mary Beth Eyler teaches how to calm the stress under our physical and psy-

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chological problems. Learn a quick start method, begin your “personal peace procedure”, and experience relief. $30adv/$35. Radiance, 9 W Grant St, Lancaster. 717-290-1517.

Hoop Fitness Playshop – 2-3pm. An introduction to foundations of hooping, including warm-ups, core hooping skills, learning to “recover the hoop,” and some off-body moves that give a taste of hoop dance. No previous experience required. Hoops provided during the workshop. Wear natural fiber workout clothing and bring a bottle of water. $25.

Elevate Fitness, 240 N 7th St, Suite 500, Akron.

717-327-0802. ElevateFitnessLanc.com.

Voices in the Hall with John Terlazzo – 7-9:30pm.

An evening of original song in an intimate candlelit setting, featuring singer/songwriter John Terlazzo (vocals, guitar, Indian harmonium), Kristina Machusick on vocals, flute & recorders, and Paul Wegmann on vocals & lead guitars Suggested donation $5-$20pp. Radiance, 9 W Grant St, Lancaster.

717-290-1517.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 4 Fall Inner Peace Holistic Expo – 10am-6pm. See 11/3 listing for details.

Labyrinth Walk – 1-4pm. Walk the seven-circuit pathway with meditation, journaling and guidance using the earth's elements as the focus. Free. Unitarian Universalist Church of Lancaster, 538 W Chestnut St, Lancaster. 717-393-1733. UUCLOnline.com.

savethedate Pastel Art Retreat Art of the New Covenant

Patricia Sisca Pace, PhD, facilitates this retreat. No training or perceived art ability needed. Create "personal art" that has rich layers of meaning for you and the observer.

Bring a journal, pen and a rag.

Sunday, November 4 • 1-4:30pm $50 ($25 non-refundable deposit) includes Coloring Without Lines: Art of the New Covenant $33 ($15 non-refundable deposit) if you already own the book Jesuit Center for Spiritual Growth 501 N Church St, Wernersville Info/Register: MLeonowitz@JesuitCenter.org 610-670-3642 • JesuitCenter.org

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 5 Mini-Chef Monday – 10-11am or 3–4pm. Kids 10 and under learn to make turkey fruit and caramel maple yogurt dip. Bring the kids to Mini Chef Mondays to learn the basic skills and tools needed to create and eat healthy. Adult presence required.

Free. Giant Food Stores, 1605 Lititz Pike, Lancaster. To register, call nutritionist Kilene Knitter at 717- 293-1462.

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Workshop: Maximizing Your Chiropractic Care – 6:15-7pm. Become better informed, healthy and well-balanced. Free. Registration required. Family Chiropractic of Lancaster, Old Philadelphia Pike, Lancaster. 717-327-4663.

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The Farmhouse Classroom – 6:30-8:30pm. How to Recognize and Minimize Toxins in our Everyday Lives. Free. Farmhouse Kitchen, 426 Penn Ave, West Reading. 484-869-5193. TheFarmhouse-Kitchen.com.

Young Living Essential Oils 101 – 6:30-8pm.

Learn how to kick toxic chemicals to the curb, and how to make a small change that can make a big difference for your home, health and family. Taste a chilled shot of NingXia Red to boost energy and mood. Geared to new and non-members of YL. Free. RSVP required. Ultrahealth Chiropractic, Centerville. For info and to register: 717-396-9440.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 7 New Patient Day – 5pm. Receive a new patient evaluation for just $20. Sheehan Natural Health offers safe and natural solutions to your health problems. Call to see if you qualify. Sheehan Natural Health, 1301 E King St, Lancaster. 717-392-6606.

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Holiday Tips for Diabetes – 5:30-6:30pm. Adults.

Enjoy all this season has to offer while keeping your diabetes under control. Kilene Knitter will discuss holiday tips, plus demo diabetic-friendly recipes helpful in maintaining a healthy lifestyle during the holidays. Free. Giant Food Stores, 1605 Lititz Pike, Lancaster. To register, call nutritionist Kilene Knitter at 717-293-1462.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 8 Experience the BEMER – 6-8pm. Learn about the 8-minute secret to health. BEMER is a revolutionary medical device from Europe that enhances concentration, mental acuity, general blood-flow, relaxation, cardiac function, energy and more. Free.

RSVP required. Sage Massage & Wellness, 464 B N George St, Millersville. 717-468-7523.

Swap This for That: Healthier Holidays Edition – 6pm. Swap out traditional holiday favorites for healthier versions that are just as delicious. Giant Nutritionist, Kilene Knitter, RD, LDN offers a fun and interactive culinary hand-on nutrition experience. $45. Pre-register. Zest Cooking School, 1180 Erbs Quarry Rd, Lititz. 717-626-6002. ZestChef.com.

Women’s Pop-Up Writing Workshop – 6:30-8pm.

An evening of nothing but writing whatever comes, for no particular reason, with no particular goal except to please ourselves. No grades, grammar, judgment or stress. Beginners welcome. Sharing optional. Call for fees and directions. Write from the Heart Lancaster Studio. 717-393-4713.

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FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 9 NSoL Open House – 9:30-11am. Peek into a classroom; see Montessori educators in action; ask questions and connect with other families. Free, registration required. The New School of Lancaster, 935 Columbia Ave, Lancaster. 717-397-7655. NewSchool.net.

First Responders Appreciation Day – 10am-5pm.

EMS, Fire, Police, Emergency Personnel receive

Durga Ashtami – 6:30-7:30pm. Monthly celebration of Durga, an incarnation of the Universal Shakti or Divine Mother. Bring a small offering of flowers or fruit. Prasad served. Open to everyone interested in yoga and/or to deepen their spiritual practices.

By donation. Kula Kamala Foundation & Yoga Ashram, 17 Basket Rd, Reading. 484-509-5073.

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free chair massages and refreshments with show of credentials. Alternative Healing of PA, 2846 Willow Street Pike, Willow Street. 717-847-3213.

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SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 10 Race to Remember 5K Run/Walk – 9am. LMI Advertising’s annual fund-raising event to honor its founder and support the Alzheimer’s Association research for treatment and cure of frontotemporal dementia and other dementia-related diseases. $25/$30 day of. For info/registration, visit LMIAdvertising. com/AR2R or call 717-569-8826.

Daughter of the Stars Tarot Readings – 10am4pm. Magdalen Hess, a newly minted Motherpeacecertified tarot reader, offers discounted one-hour appointments. $35 ($15 deposit to reserve). Radiance, 9 W Grant St, Lancaster. 717-290-1517.

Kids Cooking Class – 10am. Kids, ages 8-12, will leave this class with skills to make the holidays more delicious and extra special in the hands-on class taught by Gwen Eberly. $60. Pre-register.

Zest Cooking School, 1180 Erbs Quarry Rd, Lititz.

717-626-6002. ZestChef.com.

Working with Your Guardian Angel – 1-2pm. In this class we deepen our connection to the Angelic Realm by deliberately clarifying our existing connection with our Guardian Angel as well as the Angelic Realm. $25. A Natural Approach, 28 N 4th St, Columbia. 717-449-0336. Store@ANatural ApproachToLife.com. ANaturalApproachToLife.com.

Young Living Essential Oils 101 – 1-3pm. Learn how to kick toxic chemicals to the curb and how to make a small change that can make a big difference for your home, health and family. Geared to new and non-members of YL. Free. RSVP required.

For info: Wellness Educator, Christine Zanowiak, Millersville. 717-940-7643.

Salty Pilates – 5-6pm. Improve balance and posture while inhaling the salty therapeutic air inside our main salt room. Emily Wagner leads this fun 60-minute classical Pilates mat event. Champagne toast afterward. $35. The Salt Lounge, 4 Wellington Blvd, Wyomissing. 610-743-4613. TheSaltLounge.net.

An Evening with Father Gregory Boyle – 7pm.

The Rev. Gregory Boyle, founder of Homeboy Industries, is widely known as the New York Times bestselling author of the books Tattoos on the Heart and Barking to the Choir. Hempfield High School’s Performing Arts Center, 155 Kauffman Rd, Landisville. Tickets: $33-39. 717-299-1113.

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MONDAY, NOVEMBER 12 Cooking Class: Vegan Holiday – 6pm. Holiday dessert-making for your plant-based friends and family members is made simple with Chef Gili Kieffer. These recipes are also a great option for people who suffer from dairy allergies. $60. Pre-register.

Zest Cooking School, 1180 Erbs Quarry Rd, Lititz.

717-626-6002. ZestChef.com.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 13 Wellness Day for Veterans – Enjoy a complimentary 30-minute stress treatment. Appointments limited and fill quickly. Free ($55 value). The Spa at Willow Pond, 1487 Old Lancaster Pike, Sinking Spring. 610-507-9004. TheSpaAtWillowPond.com.

Workshop: Stress – 6:15-7pm. Become better informed, healthy and well-balanced. Free. Registration required. Family Chiropractic of Lancaster, Old Philadelphia Pike, Lancaster. 717-327-4663.

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Lancaster Chapter of Holistic Nurses – 6:30pm.

Lori Martin of Aqua Blue Wellness Center speaks about Thermography, a non-invasive imaging service to detect breast disease and other health conditions. Hosted by Lancaster Chapter of Holistic Nurses. Sage Continuing Education, 719 Olde Hickory Rd, Suite B, Lancaster. For info: RestoreEnergy12@gmail.com.

Coping with the Holidays – 6:30-8pm. Do you find that holiday traditions you once anticipated with great joy now leave you with feelings of uncertainty and sadness? Learn tools to get through the holiday season, and perhaps find something positive during an otherwise difficult time. Call to register: Hospice & Community Care, 685 Good Drive Lancaster. 717-391-2413. HospiceCommunity.org.

GRASP (Grief Recovery After a Substance Passing) – 6:30-8pm. This monthly group provides sources of help, compassion, and understanding for individuals who have had a loved one die as a result of substance abuse or addiction. Free. Preregistration for new attendees is required. Contact Marjorie Paradise at 717-951-2720. Pathways Center for Grief & Loss, 4075 Old Harrisburg Pike, Mount Joy. HospiceCommunity.org.

Newly Bereaved (3-week series) – 6:30-8pm. If your loss was recent, this free series held November 13, 20 and 27 provides an overview of common grief responses and will help you to begin to identify coping tools.

Space limited, registration required by 11/6. Pathways Center for Grief & Loss, 4075 Old Harrisburg Pike, Mount Joy. 717-391-2413. HospiceCommunity.org.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 15 Anti-Inflammatory Foods – 10-11am or 3-4pm.

Aches, pain, and inflammation can wreak havoc in our bodies; learn how diet and nutrition play key roles in decreasing it. Held at Lancaster Cancer Center, 1858 Charter Lane, Greenfield Corporate Center, Lancaster. Registration required. To register: 717-291-1313 ext. 102 or email LColeman@ LancasterCancerCenter.com.

Old-Fashioned Christmas Open House – 10am5pm. Start your holiday shopping with special deals on Inshanti products and check out some new Inshanti products too. Free to attend. Inshanti, 48 Slaymaker Hill Rd, Kinzers. 717-587-3990.

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Community Reiki – 6:30-8:30pm. 25 minutes of reiki offered every third Thursday of the month.

By appointment, by donation. The Farm and Home Center, 1383 Arcadia Rd, Lancaster, 717-824-9209.

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Free Cruise Night – 7pm. Come sail with us on a Journey of Wellness for your body, mind, and spirit. Learn from our expert practitioners how you can bring health, peace, and harmony into your life through holistic practices. Free. A Natural Approach, 28 N 4th St, Columbia. 717932-6899. Stephen@6thSunExcursions.com.

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FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 16 CEU Workshop for Therapists, Coaches, Counselors – 9am-4pm. Explore the many ways to support clients in identifying and expressing their needs more fully, allowing sessions to gain more richness and depth. $85 before Nov. 10, $105 after. Registration required. Karen Carnabucci, LCSW, 313 W Liberty St, Lancaster. 717-466-0788.

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Old-Fashioned Christmas Open House 10am9pm. See 11/15 listing for details.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 17 International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day – 9am-12:30pm. A DVD produced by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention will be shown, along with sharing of experiences by a panel who’ve experienced loss. Free. Register by 11/15. For info/ register: Pathways Center for Grief & Loss, 4075 Old Harrisburg Pike, Mount Joy. 717-391-2413.

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Holiday Shopping Fair – 9:30am-3pm. Benefits the Furever Home Adoption Center and Pet Pantry.

Over 100 vendors, crafters, businesses and food.

Family and pet friendly. Raffles, door prizes and more. First 100 guests receive free goodie bag. Get a raffle ticket for each cat item you donate. Free admission. Farm and Home Center, 1383 Arcadia Rd, Lancaster. PetPantryLC.org.

Old Fashioned Christmas Open House 10am5pm. See 11/15 listing for details.

Whine and Dine – 10am-4pm. Godfrey’s gives thanks for you and all the dogs in the world. Treat your dog to a real Thanksgiving treat; turkey foods, treats, pumpkin, cranberries, vegetables and more. Free. Godfrey’s Welcome to Dogdom, 4267 New Holland Rd, Mohnton. 610-777-5755.

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New Patient Day – 10:30am. Receive a new patient evaluation for just $20. Sheehan Natural Health offers safe and natural solutions to your health problems. Call to see if you qualify. Sheehan Natural Health, 1301 E King St, Lancaster. 717-3926606. SheehanNaturalHealth.com.

Reiki Level II Class with Master Sarah Preston – 10:30am-4pm. A beautiful form of energy work that allows us to utilize the natural inclination of the Universe toward healing, reiki attunement to the second level increases the energy flow and deepens intuitive awareness. Reiki Level 1 Attunement required. $185/$50 deposit. Registration required. Radiance, 9 West Grant Street, Lancaster.

717-290-1517.

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Learn how to grow your practice, achieve your goals, and be your best. Write a mission and vision statement, look at effective and affordable ways to promote and advertise your practice, cultivate integrity, learn the law of reciprocity and karma, and participate in an open forum for networking and discussion.

West African Dance Workshop – 2-3pm.

Experience the joy and beauty of traditional and neo-traditional dancing from Guinea, West Africa, get a great workout, and dance to live drumming. $15. Elevate Fitness, 240 N 7th St, Suite 500, Akron.

717-327-0802. ElevateFitnessLanc.com.

Koffee and Kirtan Open Mic – 6-9pm. Get in front of the mic and express yourself – listen or join in covers of the Grateful Dead. Enjoy a light dinner and treats from the vegan, gluten-free cafeteria and music, poetry, and other offerings from local talent. Call to reserve your spot. By donation to support the work of the ashram. Kula Kamala Foundation & Yoga Ashram, 17 Basket Rd, Reading 484-509-5073.

Teen Cooking Class – 6pm. Teenagers have a blast learning key kitchen skills while baking fall treats with Gwen Eberly. Limited to 12 students. $60. Preregister. Zest Cooking School, 1180 Erbs Quarry Rd, Lititz. 717-626-6002. ZestChef.com.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 20 Workshop: #One Addiction-Sugar – 6:15-7pm.

Become better informed, healthy and well-balanced.

Free. Registration required. Family Chiropractic of Lancaster, Old Philadelphia Pike, Lancaster.

717-327-4663. FamilyChiropracticLancaster.com.

Young Living Essential Oils 101 – 7-8:30pm.

Learn how to kick toxic chemicals to the curb, and how to make a small change that can make a big difference for your home, health and family. Geared to new and non-members of YL. Free. RSVP required.

Ultrahealth Chiropractic, Centerville. For info and to register: 717-396-9440.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 21 New Patient Day – 5pm. Receive a new patient evaluation for just $20. Sheehan Natural Health offers safe and natural solutions to your health problems. Call to see if you qualify. Sheehan Natural Health, 1301 E King St, Lancaster. 717-392-6606.

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FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 23 Full Moon Sound Healing – 7pm. Become immersed in deep meditation from the healing vibration and beautiful sounds of crystal and Tibetan singing bowls. $25. RSVP: Heart Space | Happy Place Studio, 2nd Street, Columbia. 717-974-4841.

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SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 24 Small Business Saturday – 10am-6pm. Plan your day of shopping local for great finds for everyone on your holiday list. West Reading.

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Monday, November 26 • 12-4pm Space limited, registration required $20 registration fee plus optional donation Soundwise Health Studio 313 W Liberty St, Suite 2667, Lancaster 610-301-4356 • SoundwiseHealth.com

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 27 Experience the BEMER – 6-8pm. Learn about the 8-minute secret to health. BEMER is a revolutionary medical device from Europe that enhances concentration, mental acuity, general blood-flow, relaxation, cardiac function, energy and more.

Free. RSVP required. Sage Massage & Wellness, 464 B N George St, Millersville. 717-468-7523.

Workshop: What is Chiropractic – 6:15-7pm.

Become better informed, healthy and well-balanced.

Free. Registration required. Family Chiropractic of Lancaster, Old Philadelphia Pike, Lancaster.

717-327-4663. FamilyChiropracticLancaster.com.

Health Talk – 7-8:30pm/– Erin Gattuso, ND from Health by Choice discusses “Neurodiversity: How to Help Every Child”, and “The Power of Weighted Blankets.” Free. The Farm and Home Center, 1383 Arcadia Rd, Lancaster. 814-7662273. HBCER.org.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 28 Pooch Smooch – 4-8pm. Holiday photo shoot with your pooch! Call to reserve your appointment – times go quickly. $15 sitting fee. Godfrey’s Welcome to Dogdom, 4267 New Holland Rd, Mohnton. 610-777-5755. GodfreysDogdom.com.

Cooking Class: Holiday Brunch – 6pm. Tina Bare brings fresh ideas to Holiday Brunch this year in this hands-on Gluten Free Class. Come and get inspired to make your family’s holiday delicious. $65. Pre-register. Zest Cooking School, 1180 Erbs Quarry Rd, Lititz. 717-626-6002. ZestChef.com.

Boost Your Immune System with Chiropractic – 6:30-7:30 pm. Learn about our natural approach using Functional Medicine to achieve optimal health. Free. Link Chiropractic Clinic, 3130 Pricetown Rd, Fleetwood. 610-944-5000.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 29 Essential Tool Kit: Mini – 6:30-8pm.Crystals can assist us in knowing our true essence and provide insight into current dis-ease, the how and why we got to this place and what we can do to help us heal the wounds from our past. $22. A Natural Approach, 28 N 4th St, Columbia. 717449-0336. Store@ANaturalApproachToLife.com.

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FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 30 Dreamy Violin Meditation – 7-8pm. Professional violinist and yoga teacher Helena Lalita will guide students through a short session of gentle movement & pranayama(breathing) followed by long, deep relaxation and sound bathing. $15adv/$20 door. Radiance, 9 W Grant St, Lancaster. 717290-1517.

savethedate Open House at Bent Limb Farm Take selfies with the alpacas and get a jump start on your holiday shopping for yarns, fiber goods, alpaca products, and more. Come early to get your pork for new years and enjoy specials throughout the afternoon. Free.

Saturday, December 1 • 12-4pm Bent Limb Farm 592 Stone Hill Rd, Shoemakersville 484-797-2263 • BentLimbFarm.com

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 2 Love Your Lady Parts – 1-4pm. Learn how to naturally support the female urinary tract and genitalia. Erin Gattuso, ND and Carly Gosard, PT (Pelvic Floor Specialist) present. $45. West End Yoga Studio, 221 W Walnut St, Lancaster.

DrErinGattusoND.com.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 5 Waiting in Joyful Hope: Advent Day of Reflection – 9:30-9:45 arrival, program 10am-3pm. Consider how habits of prayerful reflection can lead to the experience of joyful expectation – even in the midst of pre-Christmas frenzy. Includes prayer, Mass and lunch. $50($25 non-refundable deposit).

Jesuit Center for Spiritual Growth, 501 N Church St, Wernersville. Info/Register: MLeonowitz@ JesuitCenter.org. 610-670-3642. JesuitCenter.org.

Intro to Sound Healing – 6:30-8:30pm. Learn about the art and science of sound healing, how it can be used personally and how it can be integrated within a holistic practice. Evening ends with a hands-on sound circle - participate or simply listen. Free, donations appreciated. Space limited, RSVP by 12/4 sending name and phone to SoundwiseHealth@aol.com. 313 W Liberty St, Suite 267, Lancaster. 610-301-4356. SoundwiseHealth.com.

savethedate Holiday Spiritual & Holistic Bazaar

Visit vendors showcasing crystals, jewelry, soaps and bath products, essential oils, salt lamps, books and tarot cards, instruments and singing bowls, pet products, plus readers, healers, reiki, reflexology, and so much more.

Food for purchase, plus door prizes and free lectures. Chinese Auction to benefit the Wellness Center for Pets & Their People.

Saturday, December 8 • 10am-5pm Sunday, December 9 • 10am-5pm Admission: $3 or bag of dry dog/cat food For info: 570-573-1651 or LadyLynora.com/holiday-bazaar

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A Course in Miracles – 9:30am. Healing and Quiet Meditation at 10:30am followed by a weekly service. Potluck the last Sunday of the month.

Lancaster Metaphysical Chapel, 610 Second St, Lancaster. 717-399-4733.

Chair Yoga – 9-9:45am. Yoga practice seated on a chair. Teri Butson RYT200. $5/class. Bright Side Opportunities Center, 515 Hershey Ave, Lancaster.

717-509-1342.

Yoga – 6:30-7:30am. Flow from pose to pose in a way that brings focus out of your mind and into your body. Strengthen and stretch all areas of your body. $15/class or use card. Elevate Fitness, 240 N 7th St, Ste 500, Akron. 717-327-0802. ElevateFitnessLanc.com.

Kirtan and Satsang – 6-7:15pm. 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. KulaKamalaFoundation.org.

30 Vinyasa/Flow 30 Restorative – 5-6pm. Enjoy 30 minutes of Sun Salutations and flowing from pose to pose, followed by 30 minutes of restorative yoga. $12 drop-in. Sway Yoga Studio, 336 Locust St, Columbia. 717-413-5134. SwayYogaStudio.com.

Contemplative Mass – 5-6pm. Quiet, reflective meditative experience of Holy Communion with interfaith teachings. Come as you are, yoga mats are welcome and chairs are available. Saint James Episcopal Church, 119 N Duke St, Lancaster. 717397-4858. SaintJamesLancaster.org.

monday Slow Flow Gentle Yoga – 9:30am. Small class sizes of six students. Registration online or via text is required at least 30min prior. $12 per student or 10 class packages $100. Heart Space | Happy Place Studio, 2nd Street, Columbia. 717-974-4841.

Vinyasa Flow – 9:30am. $12 drop-in. Sway Yoga Studio, 336 Locust St, Columbia. 717-413-5134.

SwayYogaStudio.com.

Gentle Yoga – 7:30pm. $12 drop-in. Sway Yoga Studio, 336 Locust St, Columbia. 717-413-5134.

SwayYogaStudio.com.

tuesday Contemplative Prayer/Meditation – 8-8:30am. Free.

Chapel, Saint James Episcopal Church, corner of Duke & Orange Sts, Lancaster. SaintJamesLancaster.org.

Unfolding Love – 12:30-2:30pm. Experiential personal growth group to explore and shift the energies of relationships and family, health and ancestral legacies. $25. Liberty Place, 313 W Liberty St, Lancaster. Call 717-466-0788 to reserve.

RealTrueKaren.com.

Chiropractic Education Class – 6-6:30pm. Free.

Kulp Chiropractic Clinic, 52 Morgantown Rd, Reading. 610-208-0404. KulpChiropractic.com.

Contemplative Prayer Teaching – 7-8:15pm. Free.

Chapel, Saint James Episcopal Church, corner of Duke & Orange Sts, Lancaster. SaintJamesLancaster.org.

Chakra Vinyasa + Elemental Breathwork – 7:05-8:05pm. $12/class. Call to reserve your spot. The Restorative Center/Tula Yoga, 6 Hearthstone Court, Ste 304, Reading. 610-781-1430.

TheRestorativeCenter.com.

Stress Relief Support Group – 1-2pm. A guided meditation session to help ease tension and stress.

Free. Greater Reading Mental Health Alliance, 1234 Penn Ave, Wyomissing. 610-775-3000.

Vinyasa Yoga – 4:45-5:45pm. A flowing yoga practice. $5/class. Bright Side Opportunities Center, 515 Hershey Ave, Lancaster. 717-509-1342.

Family/Kids Yoga – 5-6pm. Bring your kids every Wednesday for a fun-filled yoga class with Gabi. No experience or props necessary. A light dinner is available afterwards. By donation. Kula Kamala Foundation & Yoga Ashram, 17 Basket Rd, Reading. 484-509-5073. KulaKamalaFoundation.org.

Kirtan and Satsang – 6-7:15pm. 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. KulaKamalaFoundation.org.

Journaling to Find Your Authentic Voice – 6:308pm. Starts November 7th. Participants will explore their source of ideas and images, learn techniques to get beyond their judgmental mind allowing surprising, new and fresh ideas to be uncovered within the self. $25. A Natural Approach, 28 N 4th St, Columbia. 717-449-0336. Store@ANaturalApproachToLife.com. ANaturalApproachToLife.com.

The Ultimate Health Care Workshop – 7pm.

Learn how natural health care can change your life.

Bring your questions about health and well-being.

Now is the time to change the conversation – now is the time to learn how to be healthy. Heath Wellness Center,14 West Main St, Landisville. 717-530-5555.

HeathChiropractic.com.

Yoga – 6:30pm. Hatha classes focus on connecting the body and mind. Postures will increase flexibility, strength, and balance. $15/class or use card. Elevate Fitness, 240 N 7th St, Ste 500, Akron. 717-3270802. ElevateFitnessLanc.com.

Contemplative Prayer/Meditation – 8-8:30am. Free.

Chapel, Saint James Episcopal Church, corner of Duke & Orange Sts, Lancaster. SaintJamesLancaster.org.

Slow Flow Yoga – 9:30am. Heather takes you through the poses with a gentle flow. $12 or $80 for a 10-class pass. Sway Yoga, 336 Locust St, Columbia, HS-HP.com/yoga.

Restorative w/Meditation – 7:30-8:30pm. Restorative postures, yoga nidra, healing crystal bowls and seated meditation. $12/class. Call to reserve your spot. The Restorative Center/Tula Yoga, 6 Hearthstone Court, Ste 304, Reading. 610-7811430. TheRestorativeCenter.com.

friday Contemplative Prayer/Meditation – 6:45-7:15am.

Free. Chapel, Saint James Episcopal Church, corner of Duke & Orange Sts, Lancaster. SaintJamesLancaster.org.

Slow Flow Gentle Yoga – 9:30am. Small class size.

Registration online or via text is required at least 30min prior. $12 per student or 10 class packages $100. Heart Space | Happy Place Studio, 2nd Street, Columbia. 717-974-4841.

Restorative Yoga – 11am. Relax and restore. For any level. Registration online or via text is required at least 30min prior. $12 per student or 10 class packages $100. Heart Space | Happy Place Studio, 2nd Street, Columbia. 717-974-4841.

TGIF Yoga – 5:30-6:30pm. This energetic class fuses Hatha and Vinyasa to a musical theme and is the perfect way to start your weekend. Sweat, stretch, and have fun! $15/class or use card. Elevate Fitness, 240 N 7th St, Ste 500, Akron. 717-3270802. ElevateFitnessLanc.com.

saturday Align and Breathe – 9-10:15am. For all levels, safe for beginners. Provides a foundation with alignment, the marriage of movement and breath, the purpose, benefit and contraindication of postures.

By donation. Kula Kamala Foundation & Yoga Ashram, 17 Basket Rd, Reading. 484-509-5073.

KulaKamalaFoundation.org.

Restore & Revive – 7:30-8:30pm. Sophie leads this restorative and enlivening class. $12/class.

Call to reserve your spot. The Restorative Center/ Tula Yoga, 6 Hearthstone Court, Ste 304, Reading.

610-781-1430. TheRestorativeCenter.com.

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

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community resource guide Connecting you to the leaders in natural health care and green living in our community. To find out how you can be included in the Community Resource Guide, email Publisher@NALancaster.com or visit NALancaster.com or NABerks.com.

ACUPUNCTURE THE RESTORATIVE CENTER

Mark Siegrist 6 Hearthstone Ct, Ste 304 • Reading 610-781-1430 TheRestorativeCenter.com We have the experience you are looking for! Let us help you use a holistic approach with acupuncture and herbal remedies so you can live your healthiest life. We treat your whole health history, not just your temporary situation. See ad, page 22.

BODYWORK ANIMA WELLNESS

Flying Hills Business Center 30 Village Center Dr, Suite 5 • Reading 610-504-5378 AnimaWellness.com Anima Wellness delivers welleducated, conscientious therapeutic bodywork that is customized to each client’s needs. We endeavor to maintain a comforting, respectful environment and keep the integrity of our intention (to decrease pain and increase well-being), constant throughout bodywork.

LANCASTER ACUPUNCTURE Beverly Fornoff Eden Natural Care Center 600F Eden Rd • Lancaster 717-381-7334 LancasterAcupuncture.com

BREATHWORK THERAPY SHAKTI HEALING THERAPIES

Discover your body’s natural ability to heal with the supports of acupuncture and herbal medicine.

Acupuncture is a way to relieve acute or chronic pain, stress, allergies, colds digestive problems, and insomnia and support your overall wellbeing. See ad, page 19.

ANIMAL-ASSISTED THERAPY Grey Muzzle Manor

57A Kutz Rd • Fleetwood 610-655-5271 GreyMuzzleManor.com Facebook.com/GreyMuzzleManor Grey Muzzle Manor provides animal assisted therapy, enabling individuals to interact with a variety of animals in a therapeutic setting along with the support of a mental health professional. Non-judgement and healing presence, along with art and animal therapies, including EAGALA model of equine-assisted therapy, are utilized within a client-centered and strength-based approach in this process of self-discovery and healing.

Christel Emenheiser 1558 Old River Rd • Marietta 717-757-4026 ShaktiHealingTherapies.com

Journey on the breath to improve overall well-being and raise your consciousness. Therapeutic breath-work combined with energy and sound healing benefits PTSD, grief, anxiety, depression, and more. Private and group sessions. Experience this unique, powerful practice and set your spirit free!

CHIROPRACTIC A THERAPEUTIC EFFECT

Dr. Andrew Ashton 313D Primrose Ln • Mountville 717-285-9955 ATherapeuticEffect.com Our doctors specialize in lowi m p a c t To r q u e R e l e a s e Technique which provides immediate results for people of all ages. See ad, page 2.

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BLUE SKIES CHIROPRACTIC

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

FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC WELLNESS CENTER

1717 Old Philadelphia Pike • Lancaster 717-327-4663 FamilyChiropracticLancaster.com Focusing on whole body health, our doctors create a personalized program for each patient using a multidisciplinary approach of corrective chiropractic care, massage, rehabilitation and/or spinal decompression to return the spine to its natural alignment. Contact us today to find your way to optimal health. See ad, page 32.

GEORGE’S CHIROPRACTIC HEALTH CENTER Dr. Beth Risser 1676 Manheim Pike • Lancaster 717-569-5731 GeorgesChiropractic.com

George’s Chiropractic Health Center has been serving Lancaster County for almost 50 years. Dr. Beth Risser, the current director, provides low force tonal spinal and cranial adjustments: Torque Release and Cranial Release. Both methods provide a method to allow the body to return to proper healing and harmony.

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

For 33 years, Dr. Heath has been helping people recover their health and reduce stress in their lives through Functional Integrative Brain /Body Balance.

He uses Professional Applied Kinesiology, Neuro Emotional Technique, Quantum Neurology, Nutritional counseling, traditional Chiropractic and other cutting-edge techniques. See ad, page 33.

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

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

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

Our mission is to improve the lives of people suffering from complicated neurological and musculoskeletal conditions, by utilizing cutting edge diagnostic testing and customized brain-based treatment plans. See ad, page 33.

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

High-quality, patient-focused Chiropractic Care, and Functional Diagnostic Medicine evaluation and treatment. We focus on correcting the underlying causes of many disorders, diseases and conditions. Call for a complimentary consultation and benefit check. See ad, page 13.

CLINICAL AROMATHERAPIST INSHANTI

Debra Stoltzfus 48 Slaymaker Hill Rd • Kinzers 717-587-3990 Inshanti.com Trust a nationally certified aromatherapist specializing in clinical consultations. Deb can work directly with your physician to create a plan that supports mind and body health. In addition to retail and wholesale accounts of proprietary blends and pure essential oils sourced directly from the farmers, half and full-day education courses with certification are offered. See ad, page 26.

No water, no life.

No blue, no green. ~Sylvia Earle

COLON HYDROTHERAPY A THERAPEUTIC EFFECT

313D Primrose Ln • Mountville 717-285-9955 ATherapeuticEffect.com Colon Hydrotherapy is an effective and gentle method of cleaning the colon by introducing filtered water to soften and loosen waste, resulting in evacuation through natural peristalsis. ATE utilizes closedsystem FDA "cleared" equipment that is safe, hygienic, and thorough. See ad, page 2.

COUNSELING EMOTIONAL WELLNESS COUNSELING (At the Spine and Wellness Center) 3933 Perkiomen Ave • Reading 610-779-7272 EmWell.org

Providing support and skills to manage life’s many challenges in a warm, nurturing environment.

Explore coping, communication and relaxation skills. Improve motivation, confidence, concentration and problem-solving.

Most health insurance accepted.

“Challenges are what make life interesting. . .

Overcoming them makes life meaningful.”

–Joshua J. Marine

DETOXIFICATION SCHAEFFERSTOWN CHIROPRACTIC & MASSAGE THERAPY 1354 Heidelberg Ave • Schaefferstown 717-949-4081 SchaefferstownChiropractic.com

Are you suffering from pain?

Disrupted sleep?

Autoimmune issues? Migraines? Using our ionic foot spa and other detoxification services, you can cleanse your body of toxins and heavy metals, potentially improving preventable acute and chronic health conditions. Also offering massage, chiropractic, and other health supports. See ad, page 14.

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, non-surgical gum treatments, orthodontics, sleep apnea, solutions for TMJ, facial pain, and headaches.

Visit our website to learn more. See ad, page 42.

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 41.

ESSENTIAL OILS ESTHER KING

dõTERRA Wellness Advocate 717-475-6264 HerbalCreations1234@yahoo.com My.doTERRA.com/oilswiththekings A wellness advocate for the world’s leading essential oil company, dÕTERRA is known for quality, purity and unique resourcing. We believe in helping people all over world achieve optimal health and well-being. “Oh yes, I’ve got an oil for that!” See ad, page 25.

YOUNG LIVING ESSENTIAL OILS Christine Zanowiak & Trella Dubetz 717-940-7643 / 717-468-7523 YoungLivingWellnessPA@gmail.com Trella.VibrantScents.com

Young Living essential oils support healthy living with a premier selection of therapeutic-grade essential oils, toxin-free household cleaners, supplements and specialized foods for improved nutrition, and allnatural beauty care. Call today for the most up-to-date workshop and class schedule! See ad, page 25.

EXPRESSIVE ARTS JENEL SCHAFFER

Portrait Artist/Herbalist 717-673-7644 JBSchafferArtist.com Instagram.com/JenelsShafferArtist/ Find your expression through art with classes, painting parties and events, or sit and allow your inner self to be revealed with an intuitive portrait painting. Offering Young Living essential oils and herbal consultations to support your healthy life.

Gratitude makes sense of our past, brings peace for today and creates a vision for tomorrow. ~Melody Beattie November 2018

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HEALTHY HOME JOY & SPACE

Professional Organization Services Yuriko Beaman 301-613-8983 JoyAndSpace.com Using inspiration from Marie Kondo's Japanese art of decluttering and organizing, Yuriko supports her clients through changing their relationships with objects, so that they learn to truly cherish what they keep. Make space for an amazing life by making space in your home!

HEMP PRODUCTS NANO-ENHANCED HEMP OIL Heather Dempsey Heart Space|Happy Place 717-974-4841 HS-HP.com

When a 5mg dose of our NanoEnhanced Hemp Oil was compared to a 10mg dose of a competitor’s pharmaceutical synthetic cannabidiol (CBD), it showed a 5.5-fold increased bioavailability over the leading pharmaceutical.

Absorption begins as soon as it hits your mouth and results are lightning fast! Call today!

See ads, pages 17 and 32.

HOLISTIC wellness ALTERNATIVE HEALING OF PA

2846 Willow Street Pike • Willow Street 717-847-3213 AlternativeHealingofPA.com Alternative healing center and retail store featuring massage, reiki, crystal therapy, health and wellness coaching. Stop in the store for all your alternative product needs including: essential oils, aromatherapy jewelry, soaps, lotions, Himalayan salt products, salves and crystals. See ad, page 17.

LAUREL HILL WELLNESS

Stacey Martin Neurological Integration System (NIS) practitioner 596 Edwards Rd • Narvon 717-471 3072 Along with her health background, personal warmth and commitment to serve, Stacey’s knowledge of Neurolink (NIS), a process which uses information from the brain to make corrections needed by the body, provides the opportunity to restore your optimal health and function. Call today!

RESTORE YOUR ENERGY Deb Gallagher, RN, EEM-CP 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.

SOUL SPARK HEALING & GUIDANCE

Jill C. H. Jablonski, RM, CCH, Drumore • By Appt Only 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.

HYPNOSIS BRIDGE HYPNOSIS

HEART SPACE | HAPPY PLACE Holistic Life Coach Heather A. Dempsey, CCH 717-974-HUG1 (4841) HS-HP.com

Discover what lights you up and design a life that feels great from the inside out. Release limiting beliefs and trapped emotions, shift your energy to unleash your potential. Offering belief and emotion clearing modalities, coaching, yoga nidra, yoga, reiki, crystal healing, and more. See ads, pages 17 and 32.

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Annelle Soponis, Ph.D., BCH 6 Hearthstone Dr • Reading 610-509-7610 BridgeHypnosis.com You are probably aware that hypnosis was approved by the AMA in 1958 as an effective and legitimate modality for change.

Dr. Soponis, a board-certified hypnotist, is ready to help you.

And, if you are ready to change, then you can have lasting success.

Call for a free phone consultation. See ad, page 22.

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Integrative Medicine NICK D'ORAZIO, MD

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

LYME DISEASE AMPLIFY YOUR HEALTH

Lynnelle Wampler, Certified Biofeedback Specialist 20 Woods Lane • Newmanstown 717-949-4297 AmplifyMyHealth.com Living with Lyme Disease? PEMF and biofeedback address the overall stress on the body, allowing the body to heal itself with proven sound technology. Noninvasive. Our technology is available in two office locations and can be shipped for home use. See ad, page 14.

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

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

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

Mold can be a Hidden Danger. Let DC Eager keep your family and friends safe. Our technicians are trustworthy, knowledgeable and certified in the safe removal of mold. DC Eager takes pride in their quality of work and customer service. “We Educate Before We Estimate.” Free Mold Assessments for your home or business. No chemicals! See ad, page 43.

NATUROPATH-traditional HEALTH BY DESIGN CLINIC

Jeannie Peck, Traditional Naturopath Functional Nutrition Clinician 352 E Main St, Ste 100 • Leola 717-556-8103 HBDClinic.com Located in the Trinity Natural Health building, we provide nutrition and detoxification services for adults and children using an integrative functional medicine approach, therapeutic massage therapy for your relaxation or chronic pain needs, and permanent fat and weight-loss services. See ads, pages 30 and 54.

NATUROPATHic doctor ERIN GATTUSO, ND

Health by Choice 15 Market Square • Manheim 717-665-6871 HBCER.org Erin is passionate about helping women and children find alternative approaches to chronic health conditions. She does this using a combination of herbal, nutritional, Cranial Sacral Therapy and Visceral Manipulation. See ad, page 21.

HEALTH FOR LIFE CLINIC, INC

Naturopathic Medicine & Acupuncture 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.

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 13.

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

At Fusion Integrative Health & Wellness our main focus is on YOU - the whole person. Our practice involves using an integrative, functional, and personalized approach to nutrition, health, and healing.

Most major insurance plans are accepted. Flexible options are available to meet with our staff. See ad, page 21.

GIANT FOOD STORES

Kilene Knitter, RD, LDN 1605 Lititz Pike • Lancaster 717-299-0391 GiantFoodStores.com/nutrition In-store nutritionist, Kilene Knitter 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. $20 for individual consultations, receive $20 Giant gift card in return.

GINA HEATH, INHC

419 N Franklin St, Suite 1 • West Chester 484-919-2345 GinaHeath.com Getting to the root causes of symptoms through Integrative Nutrition and Functional Medicine. Gina takes the approach of bio-individuality as she supports clients with autoimmune disorders, thyroid issues, diabetes, gastrointestinal issues, allergies, asthma, skin issues, headaches, migraines and anxiety. Call for a complimentary consultation.

KULP NUTRITION & WELLNESS Dr. Donna Kulp 52 Morgantown Road • Reading 610-375-2234 KulpNutritionWellness.com

Stop treating symptoms and start dealing with the underlying causes. Functional medicine approach uses diagnostic testing and cutting-edge nutritional practices to design a health program specifically for you and your health needs. Your road to wellness starts here. See ad, page 4.

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 cutting-edge 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 21.

ORGANIC HAIR SALON MANSION ON MAIN ORGANIC SALON

119 W Main St • Leola 717-656-0208 TheMansionOnMain.us Refresh your mind, body and spirit with natural and organic products for hair and skin. Enjoy a full menu of salon services selected to support your holistic lifestyle including Organic Color Systems, Shear Miracles, John Masters Organics, Max Green Alchemy, Zoya. Specializing in cuts, color, bridal, extensions and more. Also offering monthly DIY EO workshops.

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES INNOVATIVE EDITING

Writing Coach and Professional Editor Lancaster 717-609-5661 InnovativeEditing.com JDiLouie@InnovativeEditing.com Make your message matter.

Innovative Editing offers one-onone coaching for fiction and nonfiction writers; produces engaging website copy and blog content for businesses; and provides guidance for students (and their parents) seeking to boost their college application essay appeal.

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SKIN/BODY CARE

reiki LANCASTER REIKI CLINIC

Lori Martin 50 Keystone Court • Leola 717-656-8615 AquaBlueWellnessCenter.com

BEAUTY BEYOND FIFTY

Farm and Home Center 1383 Arcadia Rd • Lancaster 717-824-9209 LancasterCommunityReikiClinic.org

Liberty Place 313 W Liberty St, Ste 256 • Lancaster 717-824-1509 BeautyBeyondFifty.com

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 6:30-8:30p.m. Appointments must be scheduled in advance.

By donation. Practitioners needed. Please call for more information.

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