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30 Vegan Road-Tripping Travel Tips for Plant-Based Eaters

34 The Fit gardener Backyard Workouts Good for Mind and Body

36 Relaxed kids

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38 CREATE A DOG-FRIENDLY YARD

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40 andria somers on

Being United for Better Parenting

42 Traveling for the planet

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he world is opening up again, as spring moves into summer and sunny skies and warm weather beckon us outdoors to ballgames and picnics and cooking on the grill. June is a time when we honor and remember our fathers and father-figures, and a perfect time to turn our issue’s focal point to men’s health and wellness. As preparation for this introduction to our June issue, a few friends were asked to describe desirable masculine traits. They expressed their hope Kendra and Jacqueline that they and their children would become better able to embrace their masculine and their feminine qualities. This led to reflection on how gender roles and gender identity have changed in the past half century, becoming more fluid, more expansive, more egalitarian and less defined. Our society now offers opportunities for participation and equality in creating a family, raising children, in sports and educational activities, and in career and workplace options, all which require possession and honing of skills and traits that move beyond the traditionally masculine and feminine. In a similar effort, the publishers of the Natural Awakenings edition in Oklahoma reached out on Facebook to ask their readers to name the top three traits they admire most in their masculine friends, family members, spouses, partners and children. The traits with the most mentions matched those named by our own family and friends: Integrity, Kindness, Honesty. What a world it would be if we all set our intentions on embodying these traits! A few other highly valued attributes in our masculine loved ones that were shared and are worth mentioning are: being open-minded, self-aware, having patience, being loving, passionate, loyal, compassionate, trustworthy, determined, dedicated, strong, hardworking, thoughtful, fun-loving, and finding balance between being and doing. In celebration and honor of the men and the masculine energies among and within us, making a difference in our homes and communities every day, we are grateful for you, and all the good that you contribute to our world. Take care of yourselves ... your life is precious, and you are worth it! May you be well, may we all be well,

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Godfrey’s Dogdom Supports Canine Nutrition

arb Emmett, owner of Godfrey’s Welcome to Dogdom, in Mohnton, has more than 20 years of experience as a canine wellness advocate and holds a certificate in canine nutrition. In response to growing interest from her customers, Emmett now offers free, one-hour consultations for owners interested in learning how to improve their pet’s diet and nutrition. She has also expanded Godfrey’s supply of fresh, raw and lightly cooked foods, placing special attention on the quality, transparency and integrity of sourcing. One gently cooked food option uses the “sous vide” method of cooking to greatly preserve the nutrients. Whole-food supplements such as medicinal mushrooms play a role in improving immunity. Meats and goat’s milk products are sourced from small farms. Godfrey’s also offers seven rooms of retail products, training classes, dog park memberships, food and environmental sensitivity test kits and more. Emmett, who continues to study new methods for increasing pet longevity and quality of life, is passionate about helping people have more time with their pets. About the process of collaborating with pet owners, Emmett reflects, “I meet each person wherever they are to improve the wellness of their pet and serve better health in their dog’s bowl.” Location: 4267 New Holland Rd., Mohnton. For more information, call 610-777-5755, email Info@GodfreysDogdom.com or visit GodfreysDogdom.com. See ad, page 38.

Eden Environments Creates Comfortable, Sustainable Interior Designs

ocated in Lancaster, Eden Environments provides assorted services for businesses including interior consulting, professional organizing, project management and interior design and branding. Elizabeth Byler, creative director, approaches work with both a passion for creating healthy and hospitable spaces for customers and maintaining sustainable design practices. With four out of 10 individuals dissatisfied with the comfort of their workspace, and 9 million tons of office furniture wasted annually, Eden Environments renders valuable services for our times. Using innovative research and a unique design strategy, Byler creates indoor spaces that inspire productivity, creativity and collaboration. “Interior design is more than picking paint colors and pillows,” Byler explains. “When crafting a design, I consider everything from lighting and air ventilation to thermal comfort and the creative, effective use of space while working within a customer’s budget and being mindful of the environment. My goal for each design is to create health for people, the Earth and the economy.” Eden Environments was the Audience Favorite at the 2021 Great Social Enterprise Pitch. For more information, call 717-455-0700, email EByler77@gmail.com or visit EdenEnvironments.org. See ad, page 35.

Summer Reiki Classes and Weekly Online Meditation with Helene Williams

elene Williams, reiki master/teacher, has released her summer schedule which includes several in-person reiki classes and Sunday evening online meditations. Reiki I training for healthcare providers (open to all) will take place from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., July 11 and 18; Reiki II Okuden classes will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m, August 22 and 29. Training for healthcare providers includes 12.5 nursing contact hours and 12 massage Helene Williams therapy hours. Sunday evening’s online meditations are from 7 to 7:30 pm and are by donation. A registered nurse, Williams spent 10 years providing reiki to patients in a hospital setting and has more than 13 years of experience teaching and practicing traditional Japanese reiki. Williams notes, “Reiki is backed by evidence-based research and has been shown to help with chronic pain management, decreasing stress and anxiety, and overall well-being.” Reiki I for Healthcare Providers, $200. Reiki II Okuden, $225. Location: Liberty Place, 313 W. Liberty St., Lancaster. For more information, call 717-269-6084, email Helene@HeleneWilliamsReiki.com or visit HeleneWilliamsReiki.com. See ads, pages 24 and 53.

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herapeutic Thymes Magazine will host the Midsummer Holistic Expo, sponsored by TensorRing.com, featuring artisanal soaps, crystals and gems, energy work, essential oils, handmade jewelry, herbalists and herbal products, psychic mediums, reiki, tarot readers and more, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., July 10 and 11, at the Lancaster Farm & Home Center. The keynote speaker is Eagle Skyfire and the first 200 attendees will receive a grab bag. Free admission for military, law enforcement and first responders. Location: 1383 Arcadia Rd., Lancaster. For more information, call 1-717-419-8796 or visit TherapeuticThymes.com/ midsummer-expo. See ad, page 9.

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elissa Greene is offering her yearly summer camp for teens ages 13 to 17, from 1 to 3 p.m., July 19, 20, 22, 23, 24 (no class 7/21) via Zoom. Taught with compassion, warmth and humor, these uplifting workshops awaken the creative spirit gently, without intimidation. They reduce stress, bolster confidence, and encourage deeper thought. Teens overcome perfectionism and self-doubt so that they can write freely and happily. A safe haven for all levels—no grades, tests, competition or judgment. “When we remove the fear of not ‘measuring up’ to what are often our imaginary rules about writing—the rules that we think we should be following on the page—our writing becomes fun, fulfilling and a place we can go to relax and refuel.” Adult workshops include Women’s Intro Writing Class; Writing Workshop for Cancer Patients and Caregivers; and Women’s Memoir Writing Class. Preregistration required. Same-session sibling discounts. For fees, location and more information, call 717 393-4713, email Melissa@WriteFromTheHeart.us or visit WriteFrom TheHeart.us. See ads, pages 37 and 54.

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arthbound Natives, a new venture by Earthbound Artisan, strives to make native and edible plant buying easier and more convenient for their customers through online shopping and curbside pickups. The website sells a wide range of grasses, shrubs, trees, perennials, ferns and vines. Samantha Curran, nursery manager, takes great delight in helping clients choose the ideal plants based on their land conditions. Both she and Tim Seifarth, owner of Earthbound Artisan and Earthbound Natives, enjoy talking and texting with customers as they discern which plants are best suited for them. About the process, Curran says, “I give comprehensive plant descriptions such as lighting and soil requirements, height, edibility and other important facts. I want to provide my clients a resource they can refer back to when needed.” Curran, who has been working with Seifarth for several years, loves teaching and learning from her clients and being surrounded by native plants. “It’s the most rewarding job ever,” she says. Hours of operation: Wed. and Fri., 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m. to noon. Location: 175 E. King St., Ste. 4, Ephrata. For more information, call 717-507-6267, email Sam@EarthboundArtisan.com or visit EarthBoundNatives.com. See ads, pages 34 and 52.

Dr. David Lambert Joins Susquehanna Dental Arts

usquehanna Dental Arts, a holistic dental practice located in Columbia, has added Dr. David Lambert to its team. Lambert is a native of Lancaster County and a graduate of Manheim Township High School, Franklin & Marshall College, Drexel University and the University of Maryland School of Dental Surgery. He gives back to the community by participating in outreach programs such as Maryland Healthy Smiles and Give Kids A Smile. Susquehanna Dental Arts offers general and specialized dentistry Dr. David Lambert and accepts most insurance plans. Services offered include fullservice, mercury-free family dentistry; sensible treatment plans designed to meet patient needs; budget-friendly options to make the plan affordable; implant-supported dentures and partials; and Invisalign for teens and adults. Areas of specialty include ozone treatment to aid in periodontal healing and oral surgery; safe mercury removal; and rehabilitation with composite and Zirconium toothcolored materials. Location: 100 S. 18th St., Columbia. For more information or appointments, call 717-6843943 or 717-285-7033 or visit SusquehannaDentalArts.com. See ads, pages 5 and 50.

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Grey Muzzle Manor received a $6,000 grant to sponsor female participants in Berks County for their Stable Moments equine-assisted, community mentorship program. Stable Moments utilizes structured activities to achieve life skills for children impacted by foster care and children adopted from foster care programs. Grey Muzzle Manor, a nonprofit sanctuary for senior animals and animals with special needs, became a certified site and launched their first Stable Moments sessions last fall. Executive Director Marcy Tocker, MA, NCC, is not only a client-centered, mental health professional who utilizes various evidence-based, animal-assisted and equineassisted psychotherapy techniques, she is also a foster parent. “I am honored, excited and rejuvenated to be one of the grant recipients because I am passionate about Stable Moments and cannot wait to continue to show the program’s empowering potential,” enthuses Tocker. “I would like to thank The Power of the Purse in Berks County for awarding us the grant through the Berks County Community Foundation, and for helping us to continue to support kids in foster care and kids adopted from foster care through mentorship and equine-assisted learning.” Anyone interested in being a mentor, a community partner or who knows a child that would benefit from participating can email Marcy at MTocker@GreyMuzzleManor.org. For more information, call 610-655-5271 or visit GreyMuzzleManor.org and StableMoments.com. See ad, page 50.

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People that struggle to eat the often-recommended nine servings of fruit and vegetables each day can relax: The latest research from Harvard, based on 26 studies of 2 million people from 29 countries, found that two and three daily servings of fruit and vegetables, respectively, were linked to the most longevity. Compared to only two servings of produce per day, five servings lowered the risk of death overall by 13 percent, cardiovascular disease by 12 percent, cancer by 10 percent and respiratory disease by 35 percent. Green, leafy vegetables, including spinach, lettuce and kale, and fruit and vegetables rich in beta carotene and vitamin C, such as citrus fruits, berries and carrots, showed benefits.Starchy vegetables, like peas and corn, fruit juices and potatoes, did not appear to reduce the risk of death.

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Older people with high levels of life satisfaction—a favorable attitude toward life—have healthier habits, less depression and pain, better sleep and a longer life, reports researchers from the University of British Columbia. They studied nearly 13,000 U.S. adults older than 50 for four years and found that higher life satisfaction was linked to 26 percent reduced mortality and a 46 percent lower depression rate. People that felt good about their lives had fewer chronic conditions and pain, exercised more often, were both more optimistic and likely to be living with a partner and experienced less hopelessness and loneliness. However, such positive feelings were not associated with fewer health conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, arthritis or obesity; were not marked by less alcoholic binging or smoking; and were not affected by frequency of contact with children, family and friends.

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An 800-megawatt project, Vineyard Wind, off the coast of Martha’s Vineyard, is awaiting final approval by the Army Corps of Engineers. Laura Daniel Davis, principal deputy assistant secretary of land and minerals at the U.S. Department of the Interior, says, “The demand for offshore wind energy has never been greater. The technological advances, falling costs, increased interest and the tremendous economic potential make offshore wind a really promising avenue.” Some two dozen offshore wind projects are in development along the East Coast. According to the International Energy Agency, wind could provide more than 18 times the world’s present electricity demand and is well-suited to serve heavily populated areas. For instance, almost 40 percent of Americans live near the coasts. Offshore wind power could assist in relieving the dependence on carbon-based sources of electricity and relieve congestion on the grid for Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco, Houston and Seattle. Offshore turbines are in open waters where wind is strong and abundant. As the technology has matured, the turbines have gotten bigger and further out to sea.

An agreement finalized in November 2020 between farmers, tribes and dam owners will result in the deconstruction of four aging, inefficient dams along the Klamath River in the Pacific Northwest to restore salmon runs that have been in decline. The Karuk and Yurok tribes have relied on the salmon for both sustenance and spiritual wellbeing throughout their history. The project also signals a decline in the hydropower industry, which does not seem as profitable as predicted with the emergence of more cost-effective and sustainable energy sources such as wind and solar. The World Commission on Dams released a report in November 2000 on the enormous financial, environmental and human costs and poor performance of large dams. The commission analyzed dozens of case studies and more than 1,000 testimonies regarding the outcome of trillions of dollars invested in dams. After decades of rapid construction, only 37 percent of the world’s rivers remain free-flowing. River fragmentation has heavily damaged freshwater habitats and fish stocks, threatening food security for millions of people and advancing the decline of other mammals, birds and reptiles.

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The proposed Thacker Pass lithium mine in northern Nevada, the largest in the U.S., has passed a review by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and construction of mining facilities could begin later this year. But unhappy residents and conservation groups are filing lawsuits. Lithium Nevada expects to pump up to 5,200 acre-feet of groundwater per year, and critics say this may draw down groundwater levels and affect soils, streams and springs. In addition, other expected environmental impacts include groundwater pollution and detrimental impacts to sensitive wildlife. The challenge is to quickly transition the U.S. economy to carbon-free energy sources by acquiring the vast mineral resources needed, such as lithium, cobalt and nickel for batteries, without endangering biodiversity or the health of nearby communities. John Hadder, executive director of Great Basin Resource Watch, one of the environmental nonprofits suing BLM over the Thacker Pass mine, says, “There is a lot of pressure to extract materials for what we consider to be the new energy economy, but we have to do it in a way which isn’t business as usual.” The goal is to get the federal government to do a more thorough review of the project so that the surroundings won’t become an arid, polluted wasteland. 16

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Uneaten food often ends up in the trash, but Olio, an app created in 2015 by English entrepreneurs Tessa Clarke and Saasha Celestial-One, allows people with extra food to post a picture online. Anyone that wants the food can respond and pick it up as a gift. There is no money exchanged, and no swapping or bartering. Almost 3.5 million people use Olio in 50 countries. The app claims to have prevented “3,775 tonnes of CO2 emissions from entering the atmosphere and eliminating 12,171,045 car miles from the road.” Nonprofit Project Drawdown notes, “Almost 1.4 billion hectares of land; close to 30 percent of the world’s agricultural land, is dedicated to producing food that is never eaten; and the carbon footprint of food wastage makes it the third emitter of CO2 after the U.S. and China, according to the UN Food and Agriculture Organization. Reducing food waste is one of the most effective ways of tackling the global climate crisis.”

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Crows, capable of complex thought and skilled problem solvers, can also make and use tools. Now, several projects aim to enlist crows and other wild creatures as volunteers to keep the environment tidy. A Dutch company, Crowded Cities, has a device called the CrowBar (Tinyurl.com/Crow BarInvention) that trains birds to collect discarded cigarette butts in exchange for food, creating a low-cost solution to a problem that is labor-intensive for humans. The machine presents a piece of food next to a cigarette butt on a platform, training the crow to expect food there. Then it starts dispensing the food only after the crow arrives, teaching the crow how the machine operates. Next, it presents only the cigarette butt, with no food. The crow starts looking around for the food and accidentally knocks the butt in, which releases a treat. The last step is to scatter a few cigarette butts on the ground around the CrowBar. When the training is complete, the crow will start collecting butts from the surrounding area and bringing them to the machine for a reward.

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tatistically speaking, living long and well is an uphill battle for most American men. Compared to women, they eat worse, smoke more, drink harder, exercise less and suffer more injuries. They live on average five fewer years than women. At birth, they outnumber women 105 to 100, but by age 60, it’s flipped to 95 to 100. Of the 15 leading causes of death, the only one men don’t lead in is Alzheimer’s, because many of them don’t live long enough to develop it. Men are markedly slow to consult doctors. Seventy-two percent would rather do household chores like cleaning toilets, one survey found, and 37 percent admitted that they withheld information from doctors to avoid hearing a bad diagnosis. When more serious symptoms arise like chest pain or painful urination, they can turn to medical specialists and the latest technology to get heart stents inserted, kidneys flushed out and pain lowered with pharmaceuticals. By then, however, disease can be advanced and the prognosis dimmer. But that “macho man” approach is ebbing as men—especially millennials—increasingly adopt proactive integrative strategies to take control of their health. “As traditional gender roles continue to fade with the times, there will be less of a stigma around men’s health care and we’ll start to see more and more men placing greater importance on their health,” says integrative internist Myles Spar, M.D., co-author of Integrative Men’s Health and chief medical officer of Vault, a men’s health care organization. By dealing head-on with not just a condition’s symptoms, but also with its physical, mental and emotional roots, men can become better equipped to enjoy long years of robust health.

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HEART DISEASE The leading cause of death for men in the U.S., heart disease kills one in four men. Half of those that died suddenly exhibited no previous symptoms. Men develop heart disease 10 years younger than women on average, possibly because estrogen has a protective effect on coronary arteries. Stress, especially in economically beleaguered occupations and areas, takes a toll, as evidenced by rising drug abuse among men nationwide. “Overall, it appears that men’s coping with stressful events may be less adaptive physiologically, behaviorally and emotionally, contributing to their increased risk for coronary heart disease,” concludes a State University of New York at Stonybrook study. Symptoms: chest pain, irregular heartbeat, dizziness, shortness of breath, extreme fatigue, sensations in arms and legs such as pain, swelling, weakness or tingling. New research: Active, 40-ish men that were able to do 40 pushups had a 96 percent lower risk of cardiovascular disease in the next 10 years than men doing less than 10 pushups, a Harvard study concludes. A 10-year study of 134,297 people from 21 countries found that eating six ounces or more each week of processed meat like bacon, sausages and salami was linked to a 46 percent higher risk of cardiovascular disease and a 51 percent higher risk of death. Integrative approaches: “An integrative model for heart disease, when done properly, hunts down chronic inflammation in the body wherever it is and attempts to remedy it naturally, which is why we have had so much more success and significantly fewer side effects than conventional medicine,” says naturopathic cardiologist Decker Weiss, of Scottsdale, Arizona, a pioneer in the field. Typically, integrative cardiologists will interview a patient to determine the root causes of inflammation, including diet, physical activity and emotional stress. After targeted lab tests, they may prescribe botanicals along with pharmaceuticals like diuretics and beta blockers to manage fluids and vital signs. They often focus on repairing the gastrointestinal tract with specific probiotics and restoring the endothelium (the inner lining of blood vessels) with nutrients like magnesium, coenzyme Q10 and alpha-lipoic acid. They’ll encourage patients to switch to healthier, plant-based diets; perhaps to undergo a colon, liver or lymph cleanse; and exercise and use stress-reducing practices like meditation or martial arts.

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frequent concern for men is decreasing levels of testosterone. Symptoms may include high stress levels, irritability, low energy, fatigue, difficulty sleeping, loss of muscle mass and fat gain, low libido and erectile dysfunction. Generally prescribed treatments include transdermal creams or injections of testosterone. While these approaches usually raise testosterone levels, they do not address any of the multiple reasons why the hormone is low in the first place. Since these treatments do not repair the fundamental weaknesses that lead to low testosterone, they are often used long-term. Because the hormone is being artificially supplemented, the body loses its impetus to make more on its own and internal production continues to decrease. Some men also complain they do not feel much improvement with their symptoms and require higher dosages as time goes on. A more common-sense approach to remedy the issue is to find and fix these fundamental problems and get the body to make more testosterone on its own. This requires a more detailed analysis of multiple body systems to find the weak links in the chain and then do what is necessary to strengthen them. Achieving this equilibrium starts with obtaining a comprehensive health history, performing a detailed physical exam and having more thorough laboratory analysis done. With this information, a targeted plan can be implemented to stimulate the body to heal and become stronger. Many things can contribute to low testosterone, including various nutritional deficiencies, trouble with other organs and glands in the body, inhibited signaling due to impaired nervous innervation, poor circulation, excessive toxins in the body and more. Uncovering and then fixing these root issues generally help to naturally raise testosterone levels and can also improve other health concerns. This happens because many of the factors that lead to low testosterone can also contribute to other problems. Once the weak body systems are strengthened, individuals generally experience less irritability, more energy and stamina, better sleep, increased muscle mass, fat loss, the ability to handle stress better and improvement with sexual issues. Dr. Tom Wachtmann is a doctor of chiropractic and the owner of Link Chiropractic Clinic, located at 3130 Pricetown Rd., Ste. H, in Fleetwood. One of his specialties includes Functional Medicine which helps to find and fix the root causes of many health concerns, including low testosterone. For more information, call 610-944-5000 or visit DrWachtmann.com. See ads, pages 25 and 50.

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be hampered by such conditions as hypertension, diabetes, obesity, high cholesterol, insomnia and alcohol use. Although a quarter of new patients with ED are under age 40, mild and moderate ED affects approximately 50 percent of men in their 50s and 60 percent in their 60s. Integrative medicine offers potent strategies such as exercise, weight loss, good sleep and a varied diet, factors that can reverse ED, according to Australian researchers. “Men aren’t ever going to stop eating hotdogs in the name of ‘wellness’, but if you tell a man that eating hotdogs will impact his ability to get erections, he’ll never eat a hotdog again,” says Spar. Symptoms: repeated difficulty getting or maintaining an erection, reduced sexual desire. New research: In a survey of 12 studies involving 8,300 participants, the longer-lasting erection drug Cialis (tadalafil) beat out Viagra (sildenafil) as the drug of choice by a three to one margin. Cornell researchers found that of the 48 percent of older men in one study with ED, only 7 percent had tried an erection drug, and fewer than half refilled the initial prescription, partly due to unpleasant side effects. Integrative approaches: An integrative strategy typically involves a doctor checking and increasing a man’s testosterone levels if necessary; a thorough checkup and lab tests to detect and treat causes such as diabetes and high cholesterol; and vetting and replacing medications such as antihistamines and blood pressure drugs that might cause ED. For relationship problems, anxiety or depression, a cognitive behavioral therapist might be recommended and mindfulness meditation might be encouraged to reduce stress. A weight-loss plan featuring more produce and less meat is typically suggested: men with a 42-inch waist are 50 percent more likely to have ED than men with a 32-inch waist. Some foods like arginine-rich oatmeal and antioxidantrich pomegranate juice, as well as supplements like DHEA, L-arginine, zinc and panax ginseng have also proven helpful in studies. Effective exercises include

Kegels to strengthen pelvic floor muscles, Pilates to build core strength and aerobic workouts to strengthen blood vessels. Just 30 minutes of walking each day was linked to a 41 percent drop in risk for ED, Harvard researchers found.

PROSTATE CANCER Prostate cancer affects one in eight men, 60 percent of which are over age 65. African American men get prostate cancer younger, have more severe cases and are twice as likely to die from it. Although it’s not as virulent as most other cancers, it requires monitoring, sometimes for decades, which compels some men to get serious about diet and exercise. “If you hear you have cancer, the rug is pulled out from underneath you and you feel you’ve lost your locus of control to surgeons and other doctors,” says integrative oncologist Donald Abrams, of the Osher Center for Integrative Medicine at the University of California at San Francisco. “But lifestyle changes are important, useful and have an impact, and they’re something patients themselves have control over and can decide to do.” Symptoms: They may be silent or involve frequent urination, weak or interrupted urine flow, urinary leaking, needing to urinate frequently at night, blood in the urine, erectile dysfunction or discomfort when sitting. New research: The more faithfully that men with localized prostate cancer followed a Mediterranean diet, the better their disease fared, report University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center researchers. Drinking several cups of coffee every day may be linked to a lower risk of developing prostate cancer, suggests a pooled data analysis in the online journal BMJ Open. A new urine test for prostate cancer is so accurate it could have eliminated the need for one-third of biopsies in a recent study of 1,500 patients in the Journal of Urology. Integrative approaches: In a 2018 comprehensive review of prostate cancer studies published in the Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, Abrams recommends a plant-based, antioxidant-rich

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DEPRESSION Up to one-third of men may experience depression, but it’s marked more by bravado than tears. “Rather than appearing sad, men with depression are more likely to react with anger, self-destructive behavior, self-distraction, or numbing of pain with substance use, gambling, womanizing and workaholism,” concludes a major University of Michigan study in JAMA Psychiatry. Irritability, blowing up at minor annoyances, sudden spells of aggression and risky behaviors are other hallmarks. Men are far less likely than women to seek treatment and four times as likely to die by suicide.

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Integrative approaches: “First, it is important to get a lab screening to rule out low testosterone, vitamin deficiencies, anemia and thyroid problems,” says holistic psychiatrist W. Nate Upshaw, M.D., medical director of NeuroSpaTMS, in Tampa. He also checks for sleep disorders, treats with cognitive behavioral therapy and after getting lab results, suggests such supplements as vitamins B12, D3 and methylfolate. His lab focuses particularly on transcranial magnetic stimulation therapy, which a 2020 Stanford study found to be 90 percent effective in relieving drug-resistant depression. “It restores healthy brain function without medications, and with essentially no side effects,” says Upshaw, adding that the approach is particularly good for men that want to avoid the sexual side effects of antidepressants. Natural health writer Ronica O’Hara can be reached at OHaraRonica@gmail.com.

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One’ and transitioning to, perhaps, ‘The One Embracing Aliveness’,” she explains. “While anxiety is typically focused on future concerns, depression is often focused on past events and what we grew to believe about how the events defined us,” says Good. “But we are not defined by what we did or what happened to us. If you feel like you need proof, ask an animal. Animals respond honestly to who we are in the moment, without the ability to lie to appease or manipulate us. When an animal connects with you, it’s because they genuinely want to be with you. They see something in you that maybe you don’t yet see in yourself—someone worthy of connection, nurture and love.” Instead of allowing past experiences to define us, we can integrate them into our lives in meaningful and manageable ways. By doing so, our awareness and ability to if possible: five things you see, four things provide compassion and understanding you feel or touch, three things you hear, to ourselves and others increases. two things you smell and Acknowledging the need for selfone thing you taste.” care and self-compassion, seeking “When we look closely inspiration from animals and the at depression, we find natural world and surroundmany reasons to point to— ing ourselves with positive poor nutrition, consistent people and experiences are the negative self-talk and selflanterns that can light the path blame, abuse in our family of toward new beginnings. origin, significant ancestral When we summon the i c c u loss and trauma and struccourage to choose to learn rnab n Ca tural racism in our society,” from the past without alKare suggests Karen Carnabucci, lowing it to intrude on our ability to live LCSW, TEP, founder of the Lancaster in the present and look to the future, we School of Psychodrama and Experiential foster the healing process. We discover Psychotherapies. beauty in being alive and experience the “Yet depression is also an opportunity to peace that we seek. change. When teaching my trainees at the Lancaster Lancaster School of Psychodrama and School of PsychoExperiential Psychotherapies is located at drama, we focus on Liberty Place, 313 W. Liberty St., Ste. 263, in identifying the roles Lancaster. For more information, call 717that people play, the 466-0788 or visit RealTrueKaren.com. See roles that are calling ads, pages 24 and 50. to us and the roles that carry the aliveTake Heart Counseling & Equine Assisted ness that we want. We Therapy is located at 699 Wooltown Rd., learn how to support in Wernersville. For more information, people in changing visit TakeHeartCounseling.com, email these roles, leaving the Info@TakeHeartCounseling.com or call role of ‘The Depressed 717-917-7137. See ads, pages 40 and 50.

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eaching for one positive thought and then another can begin to build a path of hope out of the depths of despair created by anxiety and depression. Fear-induced anxiety paralyzes inherent behaviors that were once used to problem solve and create. Depression can wreak havoc on the whole person—mind, body and spirit. Seeking help for ourselves or our loved ones from local educated professionals and experienced clinicians is the first step toward breaking free from the negative effects of anxiety and depression. “Depression sends us spiraling negatively into overthinking, shaming and hopelessness,” describes Meagan Good, MA, LPC, counselor and founder of Take Heart Counseling & Equine Assisted Therapy, in Wernersville. “One coping skill to stop the spiral is called ‘grounding’ or the ‘5-4-3-2-1 technique’. It utilizes our five senses to recenter ourselves in the present. Grounding is a great tool because you can do it quickly wherever you are, or make time to really enjoy it. All you do is begin to describe what you sense around you, in detail

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

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One of the most significant actions we can take to reduce our exposure to toxins and improve our overall health is to make changes to the one household item that is in direct contact with our bodies for one third of our lives—our mattresses. “There are more ways than ever to sleep better and wake up pain-free on a natural, organic mattress,” says Ben McClure, president of 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 innerspring. Both styles are available with varying firmness options to suit anyone’s sleep needs,” says McClure.

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When researching natural, organic mattresses, look at these areas:

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Much can be done before the trip begins. Research the destination and road trip stops, says Julieanna Hever, registered dietitian and author of Plant-Based Nutrition (Idiot’s Guides). She recommends reviewing online menus, calling ahead to clarify options and using apps like Yelp.com and HappyCow.net to scout for restaurants and grocery stores. Her favorite places are Thai and Mexican eateries, as well as steakhouses for their plantbased side dishes. Upon arrival at her destination, she hits a grocery store to stock up on fresh fruits and veggies. “We live in an extremely difficult food environment, with a lot of triggers and inputs that don’t go away even if you’ve been eating a healthy diet for a long time,” says Micaela Karlsen, Ph.D., senior director of research at the American College of Lifestyle Medicine and author of A Plant-Based Life. “For people that are transitioning into this new lifestyle, the highly refined foods they are used to eating are kind of low-grade addictive substances

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and what researchers call hyper-palatable foods like added fat, sugar and salt that stimulate the brain in a similar way as addictive drugs like cocaine or alcohol, so it’s really a process of withdrawal for people initially.” To combat the temptations, especially when away from home, Hever advises writing down and clearly understanding dietary goals and the reasons for eating this way. “I work with people that are very sick and with elite athletes. Their goals may be different from everyday people that want to have a vacation,” she says. “Do you want to have another heart attack or reactivate your diabetes? No. Are you totally healthy and consciously deciding to splurge once in a while? That can totally fit into a healthy lifestyle. What matters most is choosing to eat whole food, plant-based foods most of the time.” Karlsen recommends always carrying snacks. “Don’t let yourself get too hungry or too tired, because when people are extra hungry or run-down, the reward experience of eating goes up and willpower goes

down,” she explains, adding that dried fruit, nuts, rice cakes, individually packaged nut butter and fresh fruits are good portable snacks to carry. At the hotel, microwaveable popcorn, as well as oats and shelf-stable, single-portion almond or soy milk, will help stave off the munchies. “I love granola, not only for breakfast, but also as a snack in the mid-afternoon,” Karlsen says. “Most store-bought granola, however, is akin to food crime. Oats are whole, healthy and cheap, but once oil, sugar and other stuff are added, the commercial product is high in fat, way too sweet and really expensive. The first time I made granola myself, I was amazed at how I didn’t even notice that the oil and sugar weren’t there. It was delicious and so satisfying.” According to both experts, a cooler in the car or a refrigerator at the destination hotel expands the kinds of home-prepared foods that can accompany travelers, including hummus spread over crudités or sprouted, whole-grain crackers, as well as any kind of leftover dishes. They

both tout the convenience and tastiness of nori rolls—a wide variety of ingredients wrapped in a sheet of dried seaweed. Among Karlsen’s favorite nori fillings are tempeh baked with tamari and a little maple syrup, topped with tomato and kale; peanut butter and pickles; avocado rubbed with umeboshi plum vinegar; and sweet potato, avocado, red pepper and thinly sliced carrots. “Food is intertwined in our culture with entertainment, but thinking about food that way doesn’t really serve our biological potential for wellness,” says Karlsen. “People are so accustomed to these highly rewarding, intense foods like buffalo wings, pizza or chocolate cake that they actually don’t know what it feels like to enjoy something that’s simple and unrefined. There’s a lot of enjoyment in healthy eating. The longer you do it, the more it becomes enjoyable.” Carol Sanders is a professional writer and can be reached at GoodEyePress@gmail.com.

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Place nori sheets on a flat surface. Gently and evenly place miso paste on half of each nori sheet. Add brown rice, Persian cucumber and shredded carrots on top of miso paste. Drizzle with tamari and lightly sprinkle sesame seeds over top. Tightly roll the nori sheets like a burrito from ingredient-filled side. Slice into pieces to make them easier to eat. Courtesy of Julieanna Hever. For more information, visit PlantBasedDietitian.com.

Blend the applesauce, dates, vanilla, cinnamon and 2 tablespoons of oats in a blender until smooth. In a large bowl, combine the applesauce mixture with the remaining oats. Spread mixture evenly onto dehydrator racks or baking sheets. Cook in a dehydrator set on high (160º F) for 7 to 8 hours or in an oven set at 225º F for 1½ hours until slightly brown and crunchy. If using an oven, make sure to break up the granola and turn it every 15 minutes to ensure even cooking. Once cooked, add almonds and raisins, if desired. Courtesy of Micaela Karlsen.

Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Muffins Preheat oven to 375° F. In a large bowl, combine mashed banana, pumpkin puree, maple 1 medium banana, mashed 15-oz can sweet pumpkin puree ¼ cup 100 percent pure maple syrup 1 tsp vanilla extract 2 cups gluten-free, all-purpose, whole-grain flour blend ½ tsp baking soda

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Functional Health of Lancaster Builds Partnerships with Patients by Sheila Julson

hile working in the conventional internal medicine realm, Dr. Mary Regan, founder of Functional Health of Lancaster, wanted to spend more time with patients and get to the “whys” behind their chronic conditions. Feeling limited by the protocols implemented by large healthcare organizations, she became intrigued by functional medicine, a root cause approach of evaluating underlying health conditions while also focusing on achieving optimal wellness. Regan, who holds a doctorate in nursing practice from York College of Pennsylvania School of Nursing and Health Professions, eventually joined the team at Keystone Functional Medicine. The move provided her with the tools she needed to focus on identifying and addressing the root causes of disease. Regan strives to deliver an elevated experience in primary care to Lancaster County. Patient visits are 60 minutes, and new patients start with a two-hour-long discovery visit. During that time, she gathers a complete health history of patients and their families.

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“It helps me unearth a situation like trauma or psychological stress from childhood that’s causing a lot of stress and anxiety, which hinders them from feeling well,” Regan explains. “We’re also looking for those below-the-surface issues, like sleep, use of caffeine or alcohol, stress levels, allergies and past or present medications that may contribute to chronic conditions.” In addition, patients get a complete physical exam, and Regan will order tests such as specialized lab work, an electrocardiogram (EKG), X-rays and food sensitivity testing. Patients follow up with her for a consult and a treatment plan, which may include lifestyle recommendations, nutritional counseling and supplements. If needed, holistic treatments are combined with conventional medical therapies. “My functional approach is not one-size-fitsall. It’s very specific to each patient,” Regan emphasizes.

She notes that there’s a misconception about wellness that an individual doesn’t need to see a provider if he or she is feeling well and has no complaints. “I see lots of patients that come in who don’t have complaints or diagnoses; they just want to feel better. They want to increase their level of energy because they’re sleeping too much or they feel depressed. I take a holistic approach by looking for the spiritual, psychological and physical elements, and I put them all together.” Functional Health of Lancaster operates on a membership model. The Direct Primary Care Services package starts at $59 per month and includes standard primary care, sutures, wound care and EKG testing. Regan says this package does not include functional medicine and is intended for those that are seeking basic primary care services. The Functional Medicine and Primary Care packages start at $128 per month and combine direct primary care with functional medicine. It’s ideal for people looking for a primary care provider that is also trained in functional medicine. The membership includes unlimited care, access to the online patient portal, and access and discounts to the online supplement dispensary. Regan accepts Medicare Part B and also offers telehealth remote visits Monday through Friday for all Pennsylvania residents. “My focus is to build partnerships with my patients,” Regan concludes. “Many people are already anxious about going to the doctor’s office, so I try to create an inviting environment where we can discuss a lot of sensitive health issues in a casual, personable manner. Having a trusting relationship with your patients is paramount to delivering high quality and effective care.” Functional Health of Lancaster is located at 1695 Oregon Pike, in Lancaster. For more information, call 717-490-6227 or visit FH-Lancaster.com. See ad, page 24. Sheila Julson is a freelance writer and contributor to Natural Awakenings magazines throughout the country. June 2021

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oth gardeners and researchers know that tilling the soil can lower stress and uplift the mood, and gardening can also foster fitness, burn calories and support heart health. By offering an opportunity for moderate intensity exercise, it provides a challenging workout with aerobic benefits. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, light yardwork can help burn 330 calories an hour, so using a trowel, pruning bushes and putting down some mulch can go a long way toward realizing this benefit. Heavy yard work, like hauling buckets of dirt and moving rocks, burns 440 calories an hour. Time spent in the garden can be a dynamic fitness investment, whether it’s for 10 minutes or two hours. “Gardening is a full-body workout that uses every muscle. There’s bending and squatting, carrying and lifting, digging, walking and reaching high,” says Pollyanna Hale, the British author of The Fit Mum Formula. “Another benefit to gardening is that you can go at your own pace.”

Power Up Outside Staying active fortifies the immune system, and gardening provides a way to work out while working the earth. Cynthia Miller, a seasoned bodyworker and passionate gardener for 30 years in East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania, attests to the fitness challenge. “Gardening can involve many forms of physical activity, including carrying plants, hoeing, shoveling, lugging buckets of compost, pulling weeds, bending, kneeling and constantly getting up and down. Initially, in the spring, there may be a lot more intense physical labor involved to get a garden started, especially if you need to break ground. Keeping up with the weeding can be a good workout in and of itself.” Hale emphasizes working within the scope of our personal fitness level and taking advantage of outdoor perks. “The fresh air and sunshine you get in your garden are 34

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Incorporating some asanas adds another dimension to garden fitness, offsetting potential bodily discomforts from hours of work. A yoga mat can be used outside to protect from wet or muddy ground. “Additionally, you may find yourself in uncomfortable positions while gardening. Kneeling or squatting can cause aches and pains,” explains Mansour. “I suggest transforming these positions into yoga movements. You can garden in a modified low lunge position, with one leg behind you and the other foot forward, resting on the knee of your back leg while getting a hip flexor stretch in the front leg. While on your knees, put one leg out to the side so that you’re resting just on one knee and stretching the inner thigh and hamstring of your extended leg.” Depending upon climate and personal ambition, garden workouts can nourish in other ways, as well. “Once you feel the physical and mental benefits of an hour outside in nature, you’ll wonder why you didn’t do it more often,” says Hale. Miller agrees. “There is nothing like getting your hands in the soil to literally ground you. Nature calms our nervous systems. Watching the tiny seeds you planted burst forth and grow into something you can harvest is a miracle like none other.” Marlaina Donato is a body-mind-spirit author and recording artist. Connect at AutumnEmbersMusic.com.

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home settings where impressionable kids will naturally learn to chill out. “Babies are continually sensing their environments,” she says. “Just speaking in a calm voice or slowing down the pace of life, taking time to connect or practicing infant massage can prime their little minds and bodies for learning how to self-regulate, cope with life and default to relaxation mode just as soon as they feel stressed.”

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From breathing games and animal-like yoga positions to meditative art activities and mindful nature walks, child-friendly relaxation techniques are limited only by our imagination. When practiced consistently, they offer numerous benefits, including increased awareness, attention, empathy, resilience and generosity; less emotional reactivity; and improved memory, according to Whitney Stewart, meditation teacher and author of Mindful Kids: 50 Mindfulness Activities for Kindness, Focus and Calm (BarefootBooks.com/ mindful-kids).

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t doesn’t take a full-on tantrum for children to experience or exhibit stress. According to licensed school psychologist and spiritual counselor Zemirah Jazwierska, anxiety is a child’s natural response to not having consistency or predictability in their environment. During the pandemic, with school closings, social isolation and associated challenges, childhood angst is on the rise, says the Boulder, Colorado, blogger at KidsRelaxation.com.

Setting a Calm Example Jazwierska believes that it’s never too early to expose kids to relaxation practices. She invites moms to incorporate meditation even while they’re pregnant, “to bathe their little babies in lots of good-feeling hormones and chemicals.” After birth, while an infant may be too young to learn how to meditate, she recommends that parents create relaxing 36

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Stewart recommends that parents and caregivers consider adopting their own mindfulness or meditation practices before introducing them to their children. “The next step could be to invite children to practice with you,” she advises. “With toddlers, this may be an invitation to sit or lie down with hands on their tummy or chest to let them feel their breath coming in and going out of their body. Young children don’t always have an awareness of their breath. Parents and caregivers can help them understand how we breathe in different situations; how breath can speed up or slow down in response to our physical and emotional state.”

Making Relaxation Fun According to Stewart, small children respond best to mindfulness exercises that are both physical and fun. Her Animal Antics is one example, in which kids explore movement meditation by pretending to be different animals. Another is Shake

the Sillies Out, which involves “happyshaking until you finally flop on the floor with a deep exhalation, followed by three mindful breaths. This one really helps work out kids’ excess energy,” she says. On her website, Jazwierska offers myriad examples of fun and creative activities to calm and awaken children. She teaches breathing techniques by offering imagery kids can understand, like smelling a flower to learn deep inhalations and blowing out a candle for the exhalations. When kids are overcome with strong emotions, she offers a snow globe. “It’s a great tool for seeing how things start to swirl when our emotions are too strong and our minds too worried. As you take a deep breath and stop moving the globe, the snow settles. We have to stop moving, or move very slowly, for everything to settle for ourselves.” Jazwierska’s Rock and Floppy Sock exercise instructs a child to make a tight fist— the rock—when they feel anger or another strong negative emotion, and then release their grip, turning it into a floppy sock. “It’s related to progressive muscle relaxation where you provide tension in the body and then you provide the contrast and let go, training the mind. Next time they feel tension, they’ll know how to relax,” she says.

Planting Seeds for Inner Happiness As children grow older, they can add visualization to their repertoire, like Stewart’s Heart Garden exercise, in which the child sits mindfully while relaxed, takes three mindful breaths and then thinks of a word that makes them smile. “That can be anything—like butterfly, rainbow or watermelon,” she explains. “Imagine planting that word like a seed in your heart. Repeat the word and imagine watering the seed in your heart garden. Repeat the word and imagine the seed opening and growing in your heart. What does it become? See it blossom. True happiness comes from inside. Everyone can plant their own inner happiness.” Sandra Yeyati, J.D., is a professional writer. Reach her at SandraYeyati@gmail.com.

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In 2010, Tuppen travelled around the world without flying for 20 months. “We walked, biked, sailed across the Atlantic, got on a container ship across the Pacific, took trains, hitchhiked—a whole heap of transport cobbled together,” she recalls. “It’s not that bucket-list idea of flying into a place, doing everything quickly and ticking off experiences. With slow travel, you’re letting the journey be part of the experience and inevitably, you meet more people along the way.”

Don’t Overdo It In another eco-friendly aspect of that excursion, Tuppen visited places that weren’t tourism hotspots. “From Venice to Bali to Mexico, there are examples of places that before the pandemic had too many visitors—more than the infrastructure could handle,” she says. “That’s a massive problem, because it harms the life of local people. When the cruise industry started to stop in Dubrovnik, Croatia, for example, local amenities like hairdressers and grocery stores became souvenir shops.”

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Choose gratitude. It’s difficult to miss the news as it pops up on phones, computers and TV. But media outlets can offer a repetitive loop of negativity and conflict. When exposed to this for hours, it can erode faith in humanity and hope for the future. To prevent feeling a sense of soul-crushing doom, we must tune out of the constant chatter. Select 30 minutes every other day to read news. We will become more positive if we spend the former news time listening to music or writing in a gratitude journal. Appreciate the good. Find compassion. When there is no shortage of road rage, angry customers and political divisiveness, don’t engage. We never know what another person has gone through in life or earlier that day. Don’t be a judge; be a vector to peace. Let the driver merge, let others be right, let our buttons get pushed without escalating the situation. Loving kindness for others involves wishing them health, happiness and safety. It doesn’t need to be outwardly expressed; it can be an internal thought. Respect everyone.

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WEDNESDAY, JUNE 2 Pregnancy Support Group – 6-7pm. Via Zoom every 1st Wednesday. Community, connection, and empowerment are so important during this transformative experience. Also appropriate for those who are looking for support after giving birth. $20-$50 pay-what-you-can. To register: Info@AmpersandIntegrative.com. AmpersandIntegrative.com.

FRIDAY, JUNE 4 The Cure for Sorrow – Friday 8-9:30pm thru Saturday 10am-2:30pm. “A Conversation with Jan Richardson on Grief, Loss and Stubborn Hope.” You may be experiencing grief from the loss of a loved one, the loss of landscapes due to climate change or the grief of resurrections that we are stuck with—lives after a death that may never be recovered but can become whole as we enter into the strange graces that grief brings. $85. Call or register online. Saint James Episcopal, 119 N Duke St, Lancaster. 717-397-4858. SaintJamesLancaster.org.

Lancaster County Women’s Expo – 9am2pm. Mothers, daughters, sisters and friends can spend some time together and find a little rejuvenation shopping, relaxing, and being inspired by the many products and services available. Door prizes. Free. Wyndham Resort, 2300 Lincoln Highway East, Lancaster. 717-285-1350. AGreatWayToSpendMyDay.com. Holistic Market Days – 10am-5pm. Every 1st Saturday. 150+ vendors of holistic retail, crystals, teas, essential oils, candles, clothing, honey, farm fresh foods, CBD products, psychics, energy healers, guest speakers, dancing, painting & games, with free herbal class at 11am, Crystal Bingo at 12 & 3pm. Free entry. For info/vendor application: SpiritualFindingsEvents@gmail.com. Pavilion at Leesport Farmers’ Market, 312 Gernants Church Rd, Leesport. The Cure for Sorrow – Saturday 10am-2:30pm. “A Conversation with Jan Richardson on Grief, Loss and Stubborn Hope.” See 6/4 listing for details. $85. Call or register online. Saint James Episcopal, 119 N Duke St, Lancaster. 717-397-4858. SaintJamesLancaster.org. The Gathering: Women’s Circle – 11am-12:30pm. Shadow intro: Simply following the path of “love and light” will not heal you of your wounds. In order to be truly joyous, fulfilled, and awakened beings, we must go on a journey into our own personal Underworlds. $19. Soul Centered Wellness, 2619 Leiscz Bridge Rd, Leesport. 717-269-9820. SoulCenteredWellness.org.

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TUESDAY, JUNE 8 GRASP (Grief Recovery After a Substance Passing) – 6:30-8pm. Via Zoom. A source of help, compassion and understanding for individuals who have had a loved one die as a result of substance abuse or addiction. Free. Registration required. Contact Marj Paradise at MParadise810@ comcast.net. Pathways Center for Grief & Loss. HospiceCommunity.org. Coping with the Loss of a Spouse or Companion – 6:30-8pm. Other dates and times available. Via Zoom. Are you grieving the death of someone you care about? Would you like to talk with others who have experienced a loss? This meeting includes a presentation and an informal time to talk with others. Free. Call the Pathways Center for Grief & Loss. 717-391-2413 or 800-924-7610. HospiceCommunity.org.

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drinking container. $12. Registration required. Rodale Institute, 611 Siegfriedale Rd, Kutztown. RodaleInstitute.org.

SUNDAY, JUNE 13 Kundalini Yoga – 8-9:45am. A form of yoga that involves chanting, singing, breathing exercises, and repetitive poses. Its purpose is to activate your Kundalini energy, or shakti. This is a spiritual energy that's said to be located at the base of your spine. $11. Soul Centered Wellness, 2619 Leiscz Bridge Rd, Leesport. 717-269-9820. SoulCenteredSanctuary@ gmail.com. SoulCenteredWellness.org. Sound Immersion Meditation – 4-5:30pm. Singing bowls, flute, drum, voice and other indigenous instruments. $25/person. Soundwise Health Studio, 313 W Liberty St, Ste 267, Lancaster. SoundwiseHealth.com.

MONDAY, JUNE 14 Cooking Class: Plant-Based Asian Specialties – 6-8pm. Instructor Linda Leeking takes you through this flavorful, fun class with lots of tips for easy, healthy cooking all summer long. Hands on. BYOB. $70. Registration required. Zest Cooking School, 1180 Erbs Quarry Rd, Lititz. 717-435-8890. ZestChef.com.

TUESDAY, JUNE 15 Kids Cooking Camp – 10am-12:30pm. Daily thru 6/17. For ages 7-12. Build your own pasta, wraps and burgers with all the fixings. Kids will learn skills for a lifetime. Hands on. $200/three days. Registration required. Zest Cooking School, 1180 Erbs Quarry Rd, Lititz. 717-435-8890. ZestChef.com. Newly Bereaved Program – 6:30-8pm. Via Zoom. If your loss was recent, this 3-wk series provides an overview of common grief responses and will help you to begin to identify coping tools. Space limited, registration required. For info/to register: 717-391-2413 or 800-924-7610 by 5/5 to discuss with a Bereavement Counselor. Pathways Center for Grief and Loss. HospiceCommunity.org.

THURSDAY, JUNE 17 Cooking Class: Knife Skills 101 – 6-8pm. Chef Hannah teaches proper knife cuts, tips for safety and efficiency, as well as knife care. Take home recipes to use all of your class prepped ingredients. Light snacks provided. Price includes a new 8″ Wusthof Classic Chef Knife, valued at $149. Hands on. $149. Registration required. Zest Cooking School, 1180 Erbs Quarry Rd, Lititz. 717-435-8890. ZestChef.com.

FRIDAY, JUNE 18 Soul Centered Journey Vision Quest 2021 – thru 6/21. A three-night co-ed “glamping” adventure in Seneca Lake, NY, includes yoga, breathwork, vision quest activities, a fire ceremony and a chartered wine tour. All meals and snacks included. $1,333 per person. Register by June 10. Soul Centered Wellness, 2619 Leiscz Bridge Rd, Leesport. 717269-9820. SoulCenteredSanctuary@gmail.com. SoulCenteredWellness.org. Embodied Menstruation: Inner Summer Workshop – 6:30pm. Dive deep into the Inner Season of Summer – Ovulation, learning how to support yourself. Includes discussion, a creative activity, and an embodied movement. Space limited; reservations required. Nature’s Intuition, 313 W Liberty St, Ste 279, Lancaster. 610-763-0434. Natures-Intuition.com.

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SATURDAY, JUNE 19 Take Heart Counseling Volunteer Orientation – 8-11am. Learn about volunteering with our horses in a hands-on way by doing barn duty with our staff. No horse experience necessary, just a heart to serve. Event is rain or shine, wear comfortable work clothes. Free. Take Heart Counseling, 699 Wooltown Rd, Wernersville. TakeHeartCounseling.com.

TUESDAY, JUNE 22 Teens Cooking Camp – 10am-12:30pm. Daily thru 6/24. For ages 12-16. Build your own pasta, wraps and burgers with all the fixings. Teens will learn skills for a lifetime. Hands on. $200/three days. Registration required. Zest Cooking School, 1180 Erbs Quarry Rd, Lititz. 717-435-8890. ZestChef.com.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 23 Coping with the Loss of a Child of Any Age – 6:30-8pm. Via Zoom. Are you grieving the death of someone you care about? Would you like to talk with others who have experienced a loss? Includes a presentation and an informal time to talk with others. Free. To register: Pathways Center for Grief & Loss. 717 391-2413 or 800-924-7610. HospiceCommunity.org. Sananga Medicine Circle – 6:30-7:30pm. Used in indigenous shamanic and medicine ceremonies, sananga has the capacity to increase spiritual insight and assist in opening the Third Eye, teaching us to breathe into our vulnerability, to walk forward into receiving deeper healing and clarity. $39. Soul Centered Wellness, 2619 Leiscz Bridge Rd, Leesport. 717-269-9820. SoulCenteredSanctuary@ gmail.com. SoulCenteredWellness.org.

FRIDAY, JUNE 25 Intuitive Movement – 6:30pm. In this workshop, we ask our bodies the hard questions, embody those sensations, and move the tension through us. With specific musical playlists we journey into the depths of our heart, our sacred womb (or pelvic) space, and our divine intuition, finding greater connection and deeper sensitivity within ourselves. Reservations required. Nature’s Intuition, 313 W Liberty St, Ste 279, Lancaster. 610-763-0434. Natures-Intuition.com.

SATURDAY, JUNE 26 Grand Re-Opening Celebration – 10am-2pm. Enjoy free yoga, acupuncture demonstrations, reiki, massage, door prizes, refreshments, raffles and more. Stay for a Sound Meditation at 2pm. Free. The Restorative Center, 6 Hearthstone Ct, Ste 304, Exeter Twnshp, Reading. 610-781-1430. TheRestorativeCenter.com. Open Barn Drop-In – 11am-2pm. Meet our horses & human staff, pony rides and pony painting, equine therapy demo, lunch by donation. Free. Take Heart Counseling, 699 Wooltown Rd, Wernersville. TakeHeartCounseling.com.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 30 30-Day Silent Retreat – “The Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius.” An individually directed retreat for those who wish to deepen their relationship with Jesus Christ through the full-time, month-long experience of the Spiritual Exercises. Experience with at least one Ignatian directed retreat and commitment to daily prayer and meditation and regular spiritual direction required, along

with an application and references. For info and appliation, contact registrar Melinda Leonowitz: MLeonowitz@JesuitCenter.org or 610-670-3642.

plan ahead TUESDAY, JULY 6 Women’s Intro Writing Class – 6:30-8:30pm. 5 weeks thru 8/17 (no class 7/20 and 8/3). Via zoom. “Writing Without Fear.” A warm and welcoming community of trust, kindness and understanding. Learn to write freely without perfectionism and selfdoubt. No grades, grammar or red pen. Beginners welcome. Sharing optional. Taught with a touch of humor and fun. Write From the Heart. Registration required: 717-393-4713. WriteFromTheHeart.us.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 7 Writing Workshop for Cancer Patients and Caregivers – 6:30-8:30pm. Weds thru 9/1 (no class 8/25). Via Zoom. Our workshops awaken the creative spirit gently, without intimidation or pressure. Free. Open to all patients and caregivers. Sponsored by Lancaster General Health/Penn Medicine Ann B. Barshinger Cancer Institute. Registration required. Please call LGH to register: 717-544-4636.

SATURDAY, JULY 10 Midsummer Holistic Expo – July 10 & 11. 10am6pm. Exhibitors, workshops, artisan soaps, crystals and gems, energy work, essential oils, handmade jewelry, herbalists and herbal products, psychic mediums, reiki, tarot readers and more. $5/day. Lancaster Farm & Home Center, 1383 Arcadia Rd, Lancaster. 717-419-8796. TherapeuticThymes.com.

MONDAY, JULY 12 Women’s Memoir Writing Class – 6:30-8pm. 5 wks thru 8/16 (no class 8/2). Via Zoom. “Exploring Our Life Stories.” A safe haven for capturing the memories that matter to us most. No grades, grammar or judgement. Write From the Heart, Lancaster. Registration required: 717-393-4713. WriteFromTheHeart.us.

MONDAY, JULY 19 Teen Summer Writing Camp – 1-3pm. July 19, 20, 22, 23, 24 (no class 7/21). “Writing Is Cool.” A safe and welcoming workshop to celebrate our ideas, hear our own voices, and wave good-bye to perfectionism and self-doubt. No grades, grammar, or judgement. Write From the Heart. Registration required: 717-393-4713. WriteFromTheHeart.us.

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sunday Community Donation Flow – 9:15-10:15am. A soft vinyasa yoga class is fit or all levels of practice. Ideal for new students or those new to the studio. All are welcome. Suggested cash donation $5-$20. West End Yoga Studio, 221 W Walnut St, Lancaster. 717-406-9681. WestEndYogaStudio.com. Contemplative Service – 5-6pm. Via Zoom. A simplified liturgy with readings and music. Free. Saint James Episcopal, corner of Duke & Orange, Lancaster. Contact Saint James Episcopal for link. SaintJamesLancaster.org. Sunday Evening Meditation – 7-7:30pm. Via Zoom. All welcome for a meditation which incorporates mindfulness, reiki and loving kindness practices. Love donation. Email Helene@ HeleneWilliamsReiki.com for Zoom link.

monday Ask Herb Girl – 10am. Zoom Q&A with Embark Herbal’s Herbalist for “Wise Oaks Introduction to Herbalism Class” students. Embark Herbals, 377 Church Rd, Mohnton. Tiffany@EmbarkHerbals. com. EmbarkHerbals.com. Tai Chi – 6-7pm. An ancient Chinese martial art that emphasizes deep relaxation of mind and body, promotes core strength, boosts blood circulation, and increases mobility. $9. West End Yoga Studio, 221 W Walnut St, Lancaster. 717-406-9681. WestEndYogaStudio.com.

tuesday Contemplative Prayer/Meditation – 8-8:30am. Via Zoom. Free. Saint James Episcopal, corner of Duke & Orange, Lancaster. Contact Saint James Episcopal for link. SaintJamesLancaster.org. Mindful Yoga – 5:45-6:45pm. Via Zoom. Slow down your breath, your body, and your mind. $10, discounts available. Contact Saint James Episcopal for link. SaintJamesLancaster.org.

wednesday Mindful Yoga – 9-10am. Via Zoom. Slow down your breath, your body, and your mind. $10,

discounts available. Contact Saint James Episcopal for link. SaintJamesLancaster.org. Ultimate Health Workshop – 7pm. Learn how you can achieve optimal health. Topics vary by week. Free. Call to reserve your spot. Heath Wellness Center, 14 W. Main St, Landisville. 717-530-5555. HeathChiropractic.com.

thursday Contemplative Prayer/Meditation – 8-8:30am. Free. Saint James Episcopal, corner of Duke & Orange, Lancaster. Contact Saint James Episcopal for link. SaintJamesLancaster.org. Virtual Connection Circle – 7:30-8:30pm. Explore and grow with guided discussion facilitated by professional therapists on a different theme each week. The Circle offers a positive, supportive and confidential environment and connection with others. A collaboration between West End Yoga Studio and Rooted Lancaster, LLC. For info or to register, call 717-406-9681 or visit WestEndYogaStudio.com.

friday Mindful Yoga – 9-10am. Via Zoom. Slow down your breath, your body, and your mind. $10, discounts available. Contact Saint James Episcopal for link. SaintJamesLancaster.org. Little Sprout’s Budding Herbalist Class for Homeschoolers – 10am-12pm. Online or InPerson. Help your child explore friendly herbs and their uses, fostering a connection to nature and an understanding of its gifts & marvelous healing powers. Embark Herbals, 377 Church RD, Mohnton. Contact Tiffany@EmbarkHerbals.com for details. EmbarkHerbals.com.

saturday Little Sprout’s Budding Herbalist Class for Kids – 1-3pm. Online or In-Person. Help your child explore friendly herbs and their uses, fostering a connection to nature and an understanding of its gifts & marvelous healing powers. Embark Herbals, 377 Church RD, Mohnton. Contact Tiffany@EmbarkHerbals.com for details. EmbarkHerbals.com.

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John Marino, MS, LAc Eden Natural Care Center 600F Eden Rd • Lancaster 312-505-1618 • JDMTherapeutics.com John Marino provides pain management and stress relief, helping people balance their lives with acupuncture, cupping, Tui Na and Gua Sha. With years of practice and education in Eastern Medicine and Asian Body Therapy, John is ready to help you achieve your optimal well-being.

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

SUMMIT MASSAGE, LLC

at Integrative Healing Arts Studio 546 Penn Ave, Fl 2 • West Reading 610-334-8392 SummitMassagePA.com Passionate about holistic healing and health, Sydney Mallatratt provides each client with specialized services tailored for their needs. Offering medical massage, therapeutic and deep tissue massage, myofascial release and cupping, as well as skin care treatments including facials, waxing and exfoliation.

SUPERNATURAL WELLBEING, LLC Grace Henderson, LMT 342 N Queen St, Studio N • Lancaster 717-803-6207 SupernaturalWellbeingLLC@gmail.com

Offering a wide range of bodywork and holistic wellness services to support your well-being, harmony and balance of mind/body/spirit, guiding you to the realization that you have always been perfect while empowering you to make necessary changes to create the fabulous life you want to live. LGBQTIA+ friendly.

CBD/HEMP PRODUCTS HEMPFIELD BOTANICALS

336 N Charlotte St, Ste 100 • Lancaster 717-874-8480 HempfieldBotanicals.com Hempfield Botanicals embraces that wellness is the foundation for living a full and vibrant life. We create THC-free and fullspectrum CBD products to help people find relief from pain and inflammation, sleep problems, anxiety, headaches, lack of energy, and more. Certified B Corporation®, vegan, certified crueltyfree, sustainable and third-party tested. See ad, page 43.

INSHANTI PURE ESSENTIAL OILS

Debra Stoltzfus, Clinical Aromatherapist 48 Slaymaker Hill Rd • Kinzer 717-587-3990 Inshanti.com Inshanti’s CBD is full-spectrum (from the whole plant). It contains high CBD, low THC (below the federal legal limit), and is certified organic. Legal in all 50 states. Nonaddictive and non-intoxicating, and from a Kentucky farm that is pesticide-free, mold-free and federally regulated. See ads, pages 10 and 50.

YOUR CBD STORE

Stone Mill Plaza 1380 Columbia Ave • Lancaster 717-209-7123 Lancaster0108.cbdrx4u.com At Your CBD Store®, we bring superior, quality, hemp-derived products for people and pets to the market. Because our oils, tinctures, skin care and pet products are formulated using the whole plant, they contain a full or broad spectrum which includes cannabinoids and terpenes. See ad, page 9.

CHIROPRACTIC A THERAPEUTIC EFFECT

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

BLUE SKIES CHIROPRACTIC

Dr. Leah Reiff 2727 Old Philadelphia Pike • Bird-in-Hand 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.

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 40.

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

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

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

High-quality, patient-focused Chiropractic Care, and Functional Diagnostic Medicine evaluation and treatment. We focus on correcting the underlying causes of many disorders, diseases and conditions. Call for a complimentary consultation and benefit check. See ad, page 25.

NATUROPATHIC & CHIROPRACTIC FAMILY HEALTH, LLC

Jane Drobin, ND, DC 1255 South Market St, Ste 210 • Elizabethtown 717- 381-5773 • NCFamHealth.com A natural, holistic and functional approach to health care. We treat the root causes of disease by establishing the foundation of optimal health. We educate our patients about lifestyle changes and incorporate natural treatment modalities for both internal and physical complaints. See ads, pages 22 and 53.

CLINICAL AROMATHERAPIST INSHANTI

Debra Stoltzfus 48 Slaymaker Hill Rd • Kinzers 717-587-3990 • Inshanti.com Trust a nationally certified aromatherapist specializing in clinical consultations. Deb can work directly with your physician to create a plan that supports mind and body health. In addition to retail and wholesale accounts of proprietary blends and pure essential oils sourced directly from the farmers, half- and full-day education courses with certification are offered. See ads, pages 10 and 49.

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Alternative Healing of PA 2298 Willow Street Pike • Lancaster 717-847-3213

Using her gifts, intuition and training in spiritual (not religious) life coaching, reiki and more, Diane creates a safe space for growth and movement through transition and change, helping you f i n d y o u r s o u l ’s p a t h a n d supporting you along the way. See ad, page 24.

CONTINUING EDUCATION LANCASTER SCHOOL OF PSYCHODRAMA AND EXPERIENTIAL PSYCHOTHERAPIES Liberty Place, 313 W Liberty St, Ste 263 • Lancaster 717-466-0788 • RealTrueKaren@gmail.com RealTrueKaren.com

Karen Carnabucci, LCSW, TEP, teaches alternative therapies and experiential methods of psychodrama, sociometry, group process, Family and Systemic Constellations. CE credits for social workers, MFTs and licensed counselors, although all helpers and educators welcome. Act 48 and psychology credits pending. See ad, page 24.

COUNSELING COUNSELING FOR THE WEIRDOS Bebe Martinez, LSW 929-224-7815 CounselingFTW@gmail.com CounselingFTW.com

A safe and welcoming space for loners, empaths, nonconformists, eccentrics, artists, creatives, energy healers and introverts to be their authentic self. Offering individual and couple sessions addressing relationship and intimacy issues, depression, PTSD, sexual trauma, troubles with career and life transitions. There is no need to do this alone.

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1164 Blattadahl Rd • Mohrsville 610-655-5271 GreyMuzzleManor.com Facebook.com/GreyMuzzleManor Marcy Tocker, MA, utilizes person-centered and strength-based therapeutic approaches. She specializes in animal-assisted therapy, EAGALA model equine therapy, play therapy and art therapy. Marcy believes that therapeutic change occurs when we provide empathy, unconditional positive regard, acceptance, and being there to support while our clients discover the strength we know they’ve always carried.

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Malinda Harnish Clatterbuck, MA (she/her) 228 E Orange St • Lancaster 717-875-5066 MHarnishTherapy.com The work of healing and formation begins as we listen to what is going on in our inner life, what is happening in our heart and in our head. Using compassion and deep listening, I will be present with you and help you along your way. See ad, page 22.

TAKE HEART COUNSELING & EQUINE ASSISTED THERAPY 699 Wooltown Rd • Wernersville 717-917-7137 TakeHeartCounseling.com

Empowering individuals and families to find hope, healing and wholeness through therapeutic work with horses. Trauma-informed services address trauma, anxiety, depression, self-worth, spirituality, family issues. Offering individual and group sessions. See ad, page 40.

DENTISTRY SCHWARTZ FAMILY DENTAL David A. Schwartz, DDS, PC 701 Jefferson Blvd • West Lawn 610-670-6910 SchwartzFamilyDental.com

We provide general and cosmetic mercury-free dental care to the entire family with attention to “whole person health.” We have advanced training in the safe removal of mercury fillings, nonsurgical gum treatments, orthodontics, sleep apnea, solutions for TMJ, facial pain, and headaches. Visit our website to learn more. See ad, page 37.

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, implantretained dentures and partials. See ad, page 5.

DNA TESTING ANY LAB TEST NOW

235 Bloomfield Dr, 110 Bldg B • Lititz 717-207-7604 AnyLabTestNow.com/Lititz Any Lab Test Now makes it easy for consumers and businesses to manage their health! We provide direct access to clinical lab tests, DNA tests, and drug- and alcohol-testing services, Vitamin B12 injections and more. See ads, pages 41 and 52.

FENG SHUI ZENTENTIONAL LIVING

Lindsey Foose, Feng Shui Appraiser ZententionalLiving@gmail.com Zententional-Living.space Feng shui harmonizes a building’s energies to assist in supporting the occupants’ wellness. Benefits can include improved sleep, focus and relationships. A Comprehensive Appraisal includes corrective/ enhancing recommendations for environmental influences, the building’s energy blueprint, and the occupants’ and building’s directional influences. See ad, page 44.

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

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

EAST WEST FUNCTIONAL TRAINING, LLC Leslie Dowling, B.S. Marketing, FBS, FNLP Functional Nutrition Lifestyle Practitioner 610-413-4779 LDowliing1999@gmail.com

Leslie’s mission: “Reclaim your health and wellness - be the personal hero of your journey in life.” Offering individual/group/ corporate wellness: Restore Brain/ Gut health, Detox Programs, E n v i r o n m e n t a l Tr i g g e r s , Autoimmune Illness, Food Sensitivities, Bio-Individual Programs and more. See ad, page 32.

FUNCTIONAL medicine FUNCTIONAL HEALTH OF LANCASTER, LLC

Dr. Mary Regan, CRNP 1695 Oregon Pike • Lancaster 717-490-6227 (call or text) MR@FH-Lancaster.com • FH-Lancaster.com Are you looking for a holistic root cause approach to your health and wellness? Functional Health of Lancaster provides comprehensive adult primary care, functional medicine and nutritional support, addressing your important health needs and wellness goals. Membership plans available. See ad, page 24.

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

Long-time Herbalist Sarah Preston crafts small-batch herbal body-care and wellness products, teas, tinctures, syrups, salves and creams using organically grown and ethically sourced wildcrafted herbs. Consultations and custom blends available. Products found at Radiance and Lemon Street Market, both in Lancaster. See ad, page 34.

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

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

Our mission is to improve the lives of people suffering from complicated neurological and musculoskeletal conditions, by utilizing cutting-edge diagnostic testing and customized brainbased treatment plans. See ads, pages 23 and 37.

HERBAL MEDICINE EMBARK HERBALS

377 Church Rd • Mohnton 833-336-2275 EmbarkHerbals.com Let the healing begin! Community Herbalist Tiffany Davies offers custom herbal blends, bulk herbs, mushrooms, teas, tinctures, and natural remedies along with classes for all ages, workshops and more. Visit our website or call for a free consultation. See ad, page 12.

NATURE’S INTUITION

313 W Liberty St, Ste 279 • Lancaster 610-763-0434 Natures-Intuition.com Nature’s Intuition offers a safe space for you to take an active part in your healing journey. With a passion for feminine health, and using movement to release frozen tension in the body, Ashley offers Yoni Steaming, Feminine Embodiment Coaching, Menstrual Embodiment and Sensual Movement classes. See ad, page 44.

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

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

SOUL CENTERED WELLNESS 2619 Leisczs Bridge Rd • Leesport 717-269-9820 SoulCenteredWellness.org

Soul Centered Wellness offers The Sanctuary – a tranquil space for relaxation and self-care with practitioners who support physical, spiritual and mental balance through ancient healing practices – and the Mystical Boutique, featuring a variety of items to support your spiritual practice, well-being and healthy home. See ad, page 10.

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HOME IMPROVEMENT DC EAGER SERVICES

Darlene Eager, Clutter/Hoarding Recovery Specialist 6 E Kendig Rd • Willow Street 717-989-5763 DCEager.com Hoarding and excessive clutter can hide health threats such as mold, bacterial growth, insect and rodent infestation. With respect and sensitivity, DC Eager will professionally and discretely provide the clean-up needed to return the home to a healthy state. Free assessment. See ads, pages 17, 39 and 53.

HYPNOTHERAPY LANCASTER HYPNOTHERAPY

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

Integrative Medicine NICK D'ORAZIO, MD

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

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

Providing an assortment of holistic healing services that include integrative massage therapy & bodywork, reiki & intuitive energy work, herbal medicine, aromatherapy, holistic nutrition, iridology, flower essences, Taoist arts, and spiritual guidance. Services, classes & healing boutique. NCBTMBapproved CE provider. See ad, page 26.

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

Offering conservation landscape design, hardscape and landscape construction, and consultation. Our approach is built on natural systems and processes and uses native plants, ecological benefactors, and organic amendments in design, construction and maintenance of native and naturalized landscape, dry laid stone, and storm water mitigation. See ad, page 34.

LYMPHATIC THERAPY Aqua Blue Wellness Center

AMPERSAND INTEGRATIVE WELLNESS

Electro-Lymphatic Therapy 2435 Old Philadelphia Pike • Smoketown 717-656-8615 • AquaBlueWellnessCenter.com

We provide the support you need to thrive! Our staff of w ellnes s practitioner s provides an integrative approach with services such as bodywork, fitness, grief support, mental health, nutrition, physical therapy, sound therapy, yoga and more. See ad, page 19.

Our lymphatic system plays an important role in supporting our immunity. Over the past 18 years of treating our clients, we’ve found that supporting the proper flow of lymphatic fluid through electrolymphatic therapy positively affects many conditions including: Lymphedema, edema, cancer, Lyme disease, heart disease, enlarged prostate, post-injury/surgical healing and more. See ads, pages 21 and 54.

Integrative wellness 7 Bristol Court • Wyomissing 484-516-2206 AmpersandIntegrative.com

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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 ads, pages 28 and 29.

MATTRESS 1st

at Interiors Home 3130 Columbia Ave • Lancaster 717-390-2000 Mattress1stByInteriorsHome.com Offering organic and natural bedding, free from irritants, allergens, pressurepoint discomfort or temperature struggles, so that you are assured the best night’s sleep possible. Natura products are made with eco-integrity to ensure better health and better sleep. See ad, page 15.

MEDICAL MARIJUANA CURE PENNSYLVANIA

1866 Fruitville Pike • Lancaster 717-619-2873 CurePenn.com Medical marijuana in tincture, topical, capsule, extract, vape and flower form has been shown to be an effective alternativeor supplement to pharmaceutical medications for a variety of circumstances. P E N N S Y L V A N I A We offer complimentary consultations 7 days a week with our pharmacists. See ad, page 13.

MEDIATION/ CONFLICT RESOLUTION PANGEA MEDIATION

717-219-7174 Mila@PangeaMediation.solutions PangeaMediation.solutions At Pangea Mediation we aim to provide the space and tools needed to resolve conflicts in a healthy and productive manner through mediation, conflict coaching and training. We specialize in coparenting, separation & divorce mediation. Let's get started! See ad, page 44.

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

NUTRITION FUSION INTEGRATIVE HEALTH & WELLNESS

Dana M. Elia, DCN, MS, RDN, LDN, FAND 717-917-5259 FusionIHW.com

Mold can be a hidden danger. Let DC Eager keep your family and friends safe. Our technicians are trustworthy, knowledgeable and certified in the safe removal of mold. DC Eager takes pride in their quality of work and customer service. “We Educate Before We Estimate.” Free mold assessments for your home or business. No chemicals! See ads, pages 17, 39 and 52.

At Fusion Integrative Health & Wellness, Dr. Dana Elia utilizes an integrative, functional and personalized approach to nutrition, health, and healing. Like a detective on a special case, she’ll uncover the root causes of challenging health issues so that you can feel well again. Most major insurance plans are accepted. See ad, page 43.

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SHEEHAN NATURAL HEALTH IMPROVEMENT CENTER

HEALTH BY DESIGN CLINIC

Jeannie Peck, Traditional Naturopath 352 E Main St, Ste 100 • Leola 717-556-8103 HBDClinic.com We provide nutrition and detoxification services for adults and children using an integrative functional medicine approach, offer therapeutic massage therapy for your relaxation or chronic pain needs, and permanent fat and weight loss services. See ads, pages 11 and 54.

NATUROPATHic doctor HEALTH FOR LIFE

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

NATUROPATHIC & CHIROPRACTIC FAMILY HEALTH, LLC

Dr. Keith Sheehan Laura Sheehan 1301 E King St • Lancaster 717-392-6606 SheehanNaturalHealth.com

Sheehan Natural Health Improvement Center provides holistic health care through nutritional counseling and whole food supplements. Our cuttingedge treatments have been found to help a broad range of symptoms and illnesses including fibromyalgia, depression, migraines and weight loss. From infants to seniors. See ad, page 11.

organic hair salon THE GREEN ROOM ORGANIC SALON 8 E Walnut St • Lancaster 717-844-1051 1387 E Main St • Mount Joy 717-653-2502 TheGreenRoomLancaster.com

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

Stop a minute, right where you are. Relax your shoulders, shake your head and spine like a dog shaking off cold water. Tell that imperious voice in your head to be still. ~Barbara Kingsolver

PET CARE FURDUNKIN

Mobile & Urgent Care 1090 N Charlotte St, Ste 102 • Lancaster 717-844-0097 Furdunkin.com

Just like you, we love our pets and believe they deserve the healthiest and most vibrant lives possible. We are a concierge veterinary service providing mobile, curbside veterinary care across Lancaster and Berks counties and beyond, and offering a new state-of-the-art urgent care and surgical center conveniently located near Franklin & Marshall University, Lancaster. See ad, page 39.

HOUNDS N HERBS, LLC

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

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

For some, euthanasia of their pet at the veterinary hospital is simply not an option. Dr. Mark Huber and his wife Stacey provide home euthanasia for dogs and cats in the most comfortable environment possible—your home—with the intention of bringing peace and comfort to ease the pain of losing a beloved pet. See ad, page 11.

reiki HELENE WILLIAMS REIKI

Helene Williams, BSN, RN 313 W Liberty St, Suite 267 • Lancaster 717-269-6084 HeleneWilliamsReiki.com Reiki is a very gentle holistic practice, which assists in promoting balance in body, mind and spirit. After a Reiki session, many people express a deep sense of relaxation, calming and peace. Frequently anxiety, stress and worry are relieved. Also offering meditation and student mentoring via Zoom. See ad, page 24.

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

The Jesuit Center for Spiritual Growth, situated on 240 acres in Wernersville, PA, is a place of natural beauty, welcoming quiet, and spiritual sustenance. We offer a variety of retreats and programs based on the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius for Roman Catholics, Christians of every denomination, and seekers. See ads, pages 4 and this page.

SOUND HEALING SOUNDWISE HEALTH

Lana Ryder, LMT, AADP, CSTP 313 W Liberty St, Suite 267 • Lancaster SoundwiseHealth.com 610-301-4356 Throughout the region, our trained and experienced professional practitioners offer individual intuitive sound therapy sessions, group immersions, sonic massage, ReikiSound, ReikiVoice, hospice CareSong and classes in fundamental education in the art and science of sound healing. Sharing the healing power of sound, voice and music for 45 years.

SPECIALTY FOODS KWEE-JACK FISH CO

Wild Alaskan Salmon & Halibut Shares 717-842-0180

Sustainably harvested wild Alaskan salmon and halibut available, fisherman-direct. Pre-order annually (spring) at EatWildSalmon.com for local pick-up (fall) of sushi-grade delicious nutrition, deep-frozen at the peak of freshness to enjoy throughout the year. See ad, page 12.

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

The Jesuit Center for Spiritual Growth, situated on 240 acres in Wernersville, PA, is a place of natural beauty, welcoming quiet and spiritual sustenance. We offer a variety of retreats and programs based on the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius for Roman Catholics, Christians of every denomination, and seekers. See ads, pages 4 and this page.

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

…where diverse people with different faiths gather in a spirit of humility and openness to learn from one another how to quiet the noise of everyday life, become more grounded and find energy, serenity and rest. See ads, page 19 and this page.

THERAPEUTIC WRITING WRITE FROM THE HEART

WEIGHT LOSS Health by Design

Jeannie Peck, Traditional Naturopath 352 E Main St, Ste 100 • Leola 717-556-8103 • HBDClinic.com We can help you reach your weightloss goals by offering customized nutrition, body sculpting, weight loss and detoxification services. As you release stubborn fat, you’ll receive support and guidance through every step of your journey. See ads, pages 11 and 53.

Yoga KULA KAMALA FOUNDATION & YOGA ASHRAM

Creative Writing Workshops Melissa Greene • Lancaster 717-393-4713 • WriteFromTheHeart.us

17 Basket Rd • Reading 484-509-5073 KulaKamalaFoundation.org

Our uplifting, be-who-you-are workshops awaken the creative spirit, gently, without intimidation. Taught in an atmosphere of warmth, whimsy and trust, they are a safe haven for all ages. Especially those who long to overcome perfectionism and selfdoubt. No grades or red pen. Sharing optional. Mischief a must. See ad, page 37.

Kula Kamala Foundation is a nonprofit, non-sectarian spiritual center dedicated to mindfulness, non-violence, unity, and healing. Our public and professional programs serve people from all walks of life. No matter who you are, we have something special for you. OM. Peace.

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

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

Aqua Blue Wellness Center

Lori Martin, BCNP 2435 Old Philadelphia Pike • Smoketown 717-656-8615 • AquaBlueWellnessCenter.com A family wellness center offering thermal imaging for breast and body, detox therapies, therapeutic and oncology massage, lymphatic drainage, a full-spectrum infrared sauna, nutritional education and more. Thermal imaging is a safe, non-invasive procedure for early detection of sources of pain, injury and disease. See ads, pages 21 and 52.

MINDFUL YOGA AT SAINT JAMES 119 N Duke St • Lancaster 717-397-4858 SaintJamesLancaster.org/Yoga

A simpler style of yoga that helps achieve a higher level of connection with one’s mind, body and spirit by focusing on the present moment. Is suitable for a wide range of body types and abilities. Louise Konrath, instructor. See ads, page 19 and this page.

WEST END YOGA STUDIO

221 W Walnut St • Lancaster WestEndYogaStudio@gmail.com WestEndYogaStudio.com A diverse yoga studio offering a full range of yoga, meditation, and movement classes, in studio, outdoors a n d v i r t u a l . We a r e community-oriented, creating a welcoming learning environment dedicated to healing and compassion. All ages and levels welcome. Offering New Student Unlimited Monthly passes and other discounts. See ad, page 26.

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