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nighttime cricket chirps lower their pitch and are eventually silenced by the inevitable hard frost. It is during this time of year I am reminded of the circle of life and the healing power of acceptance and letting go—though it is initially greeted with a feeling of melancholy. While it is an adjustment (both physically and emotionally), I soon realize that acceptance and letting go does not represent “the end,” but is the beginning of another season in my life and an opportunity for new discoveries, insights, perspectives and different sensations. Samuel Butler’s short quote about autumn is filled with optimism: “Autumn is the mellower season, and what we lose in flowers we more than gain in fruits.”

For those of you who are new readers of Natural Awakenings, our intention is to provide you with informative editorial that will inspire and support you on your wellness journey. Naturally, we focus on ways to achieve optimal physical health by offering guidelines and tips on healthy eating, physical fitness and sustainable living. However, we take it a step further. The holistic approach to wellness embraces the philosophy that the whole person is made up of interdependent parts (physical, emotional and spiritual) and if one part is out of balance, all other parts will be affected. The holistic practitioner acknowledges that wellness includes, but also transcends physical health. Therefore, their plan of care goes beyond just treating the disease. It is much more comprehensive, requiring the patient’s participation and their willingness to take responsibility for their illness and their role in healing. Our feature article: “Illness as Opportunity: Transform Sickness into a Self-Healing Journey,” will help you better understand the naturopathic approach to healing illness. The author of the article, Dr. Paul Epstein, is a naturopathic physician, who has a private practice in Westport, CT. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, so be sure to read the educational piece on breast thermography, authored by April Beaman, a certified thermographic technician and owner of Farmington-based CT Thermography. Beaman is now expanding her services to New Haven and Middlesex counties (for details, read news brief on page 6).

This month’s Conscious Eating article shares healthy breakfast tips followed by two pages of delicious recipes to start your day right. Enjoy!

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on Living a Wholehearted Life

16 ILLNESS AS OPPORTUNITY

Transform Sickness into a Self-Healing Journey

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THERMOGRAPHY

Redefining Early Detection

20 STRONG AND SUPPLE JOINTS

How to Keep Hips and Knees Happy

22 CANCER-FREE PETS

Five Ways to Help Keep Them Healthy

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Thermal Imaging Service Offered in Middlesex/New Haven Counties

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pril Beaman, RDH, CTT, is a certified thermographic technician and owner of CT Thermography, a Connecticut-based medical thermography center located in Farmington with a satellite office in Glastonbury. Beaman is excited to offer medical thermal imaging to Middlesex and New Haven counties. CT Thermography specializes in breast thermography and offers full and upper body thermography screenings for both men and women.

Thermography is non-invaApril Beaman sive and involves no radiation to or contact with the body. It utilizes a medical, infrared camera to measure skin surface temperature and vascular patterns. Thermography, when used to assess and monitor breast health, can detect subtle, physiological changes that may be indicative of dysfunction, disease processes and/or cancer. It is an effective screening tool for women with dense and fibrocystic breasts, breast implants, inconclusive mammograms, those at high risk for breast cancer, and breast cancer survivors.

“Think of it as a thermal map that is unique to you and your health. Heat is an indication that inflammation exists, and inflammation has been shown as a precursor for most chronic disease, including cancer,” says Beaman.

The screening process is simple; it takes place in a private, temperature-controlled room with a screen between you and the technician for additional privacy in addition to maintaining a 6-foot distance. Once the images are captured, they are interpreted by board-certified medical doctors. A full written report of the findings, including the digital images, will be sent out approximately 3-7 business days following the appointment.

For a full understanding of the thermographic findings, Beaman schedules an in-depth, virtual consultation.

New clients are encouraged to take advantage of CT Thermography’s October offer of $50 off a full or upper body thermal imaging series. Just mention Natural Awakenings upon scheduling your appointment.

To schedule an appointment with CT Thermography, visit CTThermography.com or call 860-415-1150. Location: CT Thermography, 2 Forest Park Dr., Farmington, CT. See ad on facing page.

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Celebrate The Red Barn’s Anniversary with Weekend Events

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he Red Barn will be celebrating its twoyear anniversary in the first weekend of October in Durham, Connecticut.

On October 3, there will be an open house to meet and greet practitioners at The Red Barn.

They will be offering mini sessions of energy work, meditation, crystal education and much more. At 5:30 p.m., Kevin O’Connor will be holding a sound healing and nidra yoga event to recharge your energy.

On October 4, a psychic/vendor fair with vetted psychics will be held from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Among the vendors will be artists displaying their work for purchase. Information on art classes in the Art Center will be available on that day as well.

The Borrowed Time Emporium will be open both days.

Reservations are suggested to book a space in the Salt Cavern.

The Red Barn takes the state guidelines for COVID-19 seriously. Masks must be worn at all times. Sanitizers will be available, and bathrooms will be cleaned after each use. These events will be held inside and outside. The Red Barn will adhere to social distancing guidelines and inside attendance will be limited according to state regulations.

The Red Barn is also offering new events and classes. For more information, visit TheRedBarninDurham.com, and the Facebook pages: The Red Barn in Durham and Art at The Red Barn in Durham.

Counseling Groups for Multiple Ages Offered in Woodbury

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he Wolf Spirit Wellness and Counseling is offering an array of groups to support individuals’ specific needs in a safe environment in Woodbury, Connecticut. A boys’ group which is held on Saturdays at 3 p.m. is tailored towards 6-9-year olds who need help with socialization.

The tween girls’ group, called Pajama Party, is held on Mondays at 5 p.m. and is geared toward 11-13-year olds who also need to socialize with other girls their age.

In addition, Wolf Spirit Wellness and Counseling offers two separate living-on-the-spectrum groups, one for young adults (18-25) and the other for adults (26-33). Each group offers participants guided information regarding dating, relationships, living on your own, family issues and more. Wolf Spirit Wellness and Counseling will soon be offering the group Unmasking the Narcissist, which will be geared towards individuals who need to

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that you can maintain your fitness and peace of mind through the fall and winter.

October is also National Physical Therapy Month so make an appointment to improve your physical health.

For more information, call 203-263-3175 or email Info@WolfSpiritWellness.org. Location: Wolf Spirit Wellness and Counseling Center, LLC, 125 Main St. North, Ste. 2B, Woodbury, CT. See ad on page 15.

Call Physical Therapy Services of Guilford LLC at 203-315-7727 to reserve your spot to listen to the lecture or to make a physical therapy appointment. Office location: Physical Therapy Services of Guilford, 500 East Main St., Ste. 310, Branford, CT. See ad on page 15.

gain a better understanding of the narcissist that controls their life. Come on in and join a group, our skilled therapists are here to help.

Maintaining Strength, Endurance and Sanity during COVID

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uring these unprecedented times, it is more important than ever to stay healthy and fit. Prolonged anxiety, fear and elevated cortisol weaken the immune system, which can have a negative impact on overall health and well-being. Strength and endurance fade when not challenged.

Phyllis Quinn, PT, of Physical Therapy Services of Guilford LLC will be doing a Zoom lecture through the Branford Senior Center on October 13 at 10 a.m. She will discuss simple safe ways

Get to Know Other Holistic-minded Parents at Open House

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ot only is Holistic Living Month taking place in October, but Holistic Moms Network’s New Haven County chapter is celebrating its eighth anniversary in Milford, Connecticut. The chapter is honoring this annual celebration of natural and holistic lifestyle choices with a virtual Open House on October 20 at 7:30 p.m. The event will take place on a Zoom video conference call as attendees are still unable to meet in the chapter’s usual meeting place at the Woodruff YMCA in Milford.

Please join us as we recap the chapter’s meeting topics from the past year, which included homeopathic remedies for viruses, better breast health with thermography and Chinese medicine, detoxification, feng shui tips, holistic strategies for anxiety and depression, creating gratitude, and more. In this Open House meeting, come learn about Holistic Moms Network, connect with like-minded individuals and discuss holistic approaches to the holiday season and the upcoming year. An annual Holistic Moms Network membership will also be given away at the meeting.

Breast Thermography A Radiation-Free Way To Assess Your Breast Health A safe breast screening method to see early changes.

Breast Thermography’s key asset is that it detects early physiological breast changes

which often take place years before a tumor can be seen or felt in its place.

• Detects how the breast is functioning and has the ability to provide women with a future risk assessment.

• Suitable for women of all ages and breast types including dense and fibrocystic breasts, implants, and women who are pregnant.

• Radiation free, touch free, compression free, and non-invasive.

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news briefs Register in advance for the Zoom call by visiting the event page at Facebook.com/HMNNewHaven or emailing TDavisca@ aol.com to be added to the chapter’s Evite distribution list.

Download the free Zoom app to your computer, tablet or phone before the event at Zoom.us.

The mission of Holistic Moms Network, a nonprofit support and discussion network, is to connect parents who are interested in holistic health and green living. It welcomes people wherever they are on their own holistic path in an environment that does not judge. The monthly meetings, open to the public, are held on the third Tuesday of each month. The chapter normally meets at the Woodruff YMCA in Milford, Connecticut.

For more information, visit HolisticMoms.org or Facebook.com/ HMNNewHaven. To RSVP for the event, email TDavisca@aol.com or visit the Events page on Facebook.com/HMNNewHaven.

Embracing Impermanence: Practice in the Time of Virus

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o doubt we are living in stressful times. Even so, we are so lucky to have the practice of yoga as a potent tool to help us cope, and maybe even thrive and grow right now, regardless of the outer world’s conditions. A two-day virtual workshop, Embracing Permanence: Practice in the Time of Virus, with Judith Hanson Lasater and Lizzie Lasater will be held on October 25 and November 1 from 2-4 p.m.

This online workshop will focus on how the power of yoga practice affects your mental, emotional and physical health. In these two-hour sessions, you will discuss the deepest teachings

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of yoga, and how you can use them to let go of your relentless mind and step into the present. You will learn tools for recognizing emotions, naming them and receiving them as messages from your unconscious mind. Part of each session will be spent practicing asana so that you can embody yoga in your body and find a way to release deeply held stress.

Judith Hanson Lasater, Ph.D., PT, is a yoga teacher since 1971 and the author of 10 books on yoga. Her co-teacher will be her daughter, Lizzie Lasater, a yoga teacher and designer.

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link prior to the first session. The recordings will be available for one month if you cannot attend live or would like to watch the replay. The required text for the workshop is Living Your Yoga

by Judith Hanson Lasater. Read the chapter on impermanence before the workshop. The book is available for purchase at the Breathing Room boutique.

For more information and to register, visit BreathingRoomCT.com/ Events-and-Workshops/Embracing-Impermanence. Tickets are $120 per person with a $105 early bird offer through October 1.

Two-year Anniversary Special in October

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olden Cord Holistic Healing (GCHH) is advertising reduced cost packages in celebration of their second anniversary. Owner Lisa Annunziato is a clairvoyant/ clairsentient empath, channel, certified hypnotherapist, ordained minister, board-certified life coach and multi-certified healer with advanced degrees in education and counseling. She specializes in utilizing a combination of intuitive life coaching with deep healing methods, practical psychology, and hypnotherapy to help clients clear blocks on all levels and shift their vibration.

Annunziato states she created these sessions for those who need more than just practical counseling; clients report that due to the combination of powerful techniques, changes are experienced often immediately, with even major life situations shifting after a few sessions. Throughout Lisa Annunziato the month of October, GCHH will offer 22% off when three Intuitive life coaching sessions are purchased simultaneously. GCHH also offers multimodal deep healing sessions, mentoring for developing intuitives and healers, readings, group coaching, and classes. Throughout the month of October, GCHH will offer 22% off when three sessions for either intuitive are purchased simultaneously.

For more information, email GoldenCordHolistic@yahoo.com, go to Facebook page at Facebook.com/GoldenCordHealing, or visit GoldenCordHealing.com. See ad on page 17.

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Coaching & Workshops Torin Lee TL Coaching /Zen Events MyPathForward.net 860-861-9038 torin@zenevents.net TorinLee.com

Grief / Loss / Counseling /Workshops Debbie Pausig, LMFT, CT Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Certified Thanatologist (CT) Death, Dying, Bereavement, Grief, Loss: Counseling, Workshops, Facilitator Training 203-985-8246 Debbiepausigmft.com

Wellness Center The Red Barn in Durham Janice Juliano, MSW, LCSW Holistic Psychotherapist Coordinator MassageTherapy Nutrition / Yoga / Reiki / Sound Healing Professional Photography / Art Classes 860-559-6151 352 Main St, Durham TheRedBarninDurham.com

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EFT Tapping /Hypnosis Therese Baumgart Emotion Code Emotional Freedom Technique Hypnosis & Past Lives Clear Stress, Lose weight, Release pain, Stop smoking Free 15 minute strategy session In-person, Skype, Phone 203-710-7438 HypnosisandEFTct.com

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DNA Designed Nutrition Take charge of your health through your own DNA! Earleen.UforiaScience.com 203-215-3222 EarleenWright@comcast.net

Intuitive Counselor & Healer Gayle Franceschetti, MEd, CHt Hypnotherapy, Meditations Reiki/Energy sessions, Essential Oils Group Past Life Regression Individual Past Life Regression Workshops, Spiritual Power Journeys, Private mentoring & counseling Return2love3@gmail.com Return2Love.com 203-265-2927

Salt Therapy (Halotherapy) Soulshine Salt Cavern 352 Main Street, Durham 860-478-0510 Open Wednesday-Sunday Email: Connect@SoulshineSaltCavern.com SoulShineSaltCavern.com

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Improve Exercise and Recovery with Avocados and Beets

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Tasty and loaded with vitamins and minerals, avocados are a “healthy fat� that can speed recovery after exercise, reports a new Brazilian study. Researchers gave 12 women either 600 milliliters (mL) of avocado pulp or a placebo in capsules. After waiting an hour, the women ran on a treadmill for half an hour, then recovered for an hour. Metabolic tests of heart rate, heart rate variability and skin conductance indicated those taking the avocado pulp recovered faster than those given a placebo. In another new study, 12 Spanish men were able to do more back squats in weight-lift training an hour after drinking 12 mL of beet root juice compared with a placebo, suggesting the nitrate-rich drink improves muscular endurance.

Eat Fruit, Veggies and Whole Grains to Lower Diabetes Risk The risk of diabetes can be slashed by loading a plate with fruit, veggies and whole grains, suggests two new studies in The British Medical Journal.

European researchers measured fruit and vegetable consumption by testing the blood levels of vitamin C and carotenoids, the pigments found in colorful produce, in 9,754 people with Type 2 diabetes and 13,662 people free of the condition. They found that each average daily intake of 66 grams of fruit and vegetables (about one-third of a cup) reduced diabetes risk by 25 percent. The top fifth of fruit-and-veggie eaters had half the risk of diabetes compared to those that rarely ate produce. In a second study, American researchers using population research with more than 200,000 participants found those that ate the most whole grains had a 29 percent lower rate of Type 2 diabetes compared to those that ate the least amount. Eating one or more servings per day of whole-grain, cold breakfast cereal lowered the risk by 19 percent; dark bread lowered it 21 percent. Eating two or more servings per week of oatmeal lowered risk 21 percent; bran, 15 percent; and brown rice and wheat germ, 12 percent.

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Manage Bowel Disease to Reduce Dementia Risk The 3 million Americans dealing with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), which includes ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease, may also suffer twice the risk of dementia, a new study in the journal Gut suggests.

Taiwanese researchers tracked 1,740 IBD patients for 16 years and compared their cognitive health to that of 17,420 other adults without IBD. They found that IBD patients had more than three times the rate of all types of dementia—5.5 percent versus 1.5 percent—compared to those without IBD; after removing other factors like age and underlying conditions, they concluded that IBD doubled dementia risk. Of all the dementia types, the risk for Alzheimer’s disease was greatest: those with IBD were six times as likely to develop it than were those without the disease. Also, people with IBD were diagnosed with dementia seven years earlier, at age 76 rather than 83. The study on the gut-brain axis aligns with others in indicating that chronic inflammation and imbalanced gut bacteria are potential contributors to cognitive decline. “The identification of increased dementia risk and earlier onset among patients with IBD suggest that [they] might benefit from education and increased clinical vigilance,” wrote the study’s authors.

Try Cinnamon to Reduce Migraines Cinnamon, long known to help blood sugar levels, can diminish migraine attacks, according to a new study in Phytotherapy Research from Iran. Fifty patients with migraines took either three capsules a day of 600 milligrams (about a quarter teaspoon) of cinnamon or a placebo. After two months, those taking cinnamon had significantly reduced severity, frequency and duration of migraine episodes.

Most of the world’s cinnamon is Cinnamomum verum, produced in Sri Lanka, also called Ceylon cinnamon. Cassia cinnamon (Cinnamomum iners) is not accepted as a true cinnamon by herbalists.

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Ease Depression and Anxiety with Probiotics With the gut-brain axis increasingly under scrutiny, two studies provide new evidence of how the microbiome, or gut bacteria, affects mental health. In a review in BMJ Nutrition Prevention & Health of seven high-quality probiotic and prebiotic studies, researchers found that 11 out of 12 probiotics studied produced “measurable reductions in depression.” The major strains studied were Lactobacillus acidophilus, L. casei and Bifidobacterium bifidum. In a second study in the journal Nutrients, 20 male soccer players ages 18 to 21 received either a placebo or a probiotics drink with L. casei for two months. By week four, those drinking the probiotic drink had significantly more relaxed (theta) and attentive (delta) brain waves, suggesting lowered anxiety and enhanced training ability. The probiotics drink also improved cognitive reaction time in the subjects.

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Thermal Paper Linked to Higher BPA Levels

Despite health risks, BPA-laden thermal receipts continue to be used widely in the retail industry, exposing us to cumulative levels of the dangerous chemical. Studies have measured it in human blood, urine and breast milk.

Workers that handle hundreds of receipts every day have 30 percent more BPA in their bodies than the average U.S. adult, according to data collected by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

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Thermal paper contains a powdery layer of BPA and a special dye to create visible impressions when pressure and/or heat is applied. When thermal paper is scratched with a fingernail or coin, a dark line appears. To reduce exposure, follow these precautions: n Do not allow children to handle receipts.

Paperless Shopping

BPA Exposure from Store Receipts

There’s an emerging trend in physical retail stores—the use of email or electronic receipts. One of the principal reasons for this change is that most credit card and U.S. store receipts use thermal paper, which contains bisphenol A (BPA) in a free, unpolymerized form that can be readily rubbed off and ingested orally or absorbed through the skin.

BPA Health Risks

According to the Environmental Working Group, more than 30 years of studies have linked BPA exposure to brain, behavioral, learning and memory impairment; cardiovascular abnormalities; diabetes; obesity; breast and prostate cancer; thyroid and sex hormone disruption; early puberty; changes to egg and sperm development and fertility; and genetic alterations that can be passed on to future generations. Of special concern are pregnant women and children, because BPA appears to disrupt hormone functions integral to growth and development.

n When the option is available, choose email or electronic receipts. n Keep saved receipts in an envelope or zipped plastic bag. n Wash hands after handling receipts, especially before preparing or eating food. n Do not recycle receipts or other thermal papers. Throw them in the trash, as they will contaminate recyclables. n Avoid using alcohol-based hand sanitizers before or after handling thermal receipts, because they increase absorption of BPA through the skin. n Cashiers and other workers that handle receipts all day are advised to wear gloves and wash hands thoroughly and frequently.

Beware of BPA Replacements

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Mark Nepo on Living a Wholehearted Life

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In my cancer journey, after I had a rib removed from my back and a botched chemo treatment, I found myself in a Holiday Inn getting sick every 20 minutes, frightened and in pain, not sure what to do. As the sun started coming up, I realized that while this was happening to me, it wasn’t happening to everyone.

Somewhere nearby, a baby was being born and a couple was making love for the first time. Somewhere an estranged parent and grown adult child were talking for the first time after many years. That’s when it came to me that to be broken is no reason to see all things as broken, because the wholeness of life is what is healing. When I am broken, I need the company of those who know what it’s like to be broken, but I also need everything not broken to heal. When I’m afraid, I need the company of those

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who know what it’s like to be afraid, but I need everything safe to heal.

How does acceptance strengthen our resilience?

Acceptance is not resignation. Acceptance begins with the hard task or practice of seeing things as they are. When we can see things as they are— clearly—then we have real choices. So, if I am afraid and I give over to my fear, then I’m afraid of everything. If I can see things as they are, I can see more clearly exactly what I’m afraid of, and then I have real choices of what my next steps are. Acceptance lets us move forward.

What practices do you recommend?

Two of the oldest medicines known to human beings are our ability to hold and our ability to listen. Even though there are times when I have been told things I didn’t want to hear, there has never been a time that I have listened or been listened to that hasn’t been healing. There has never been a time when I have held or been held that hasn’t been healing.

Another practice is being completely present and holding nothing back. We tend to drift up into our minds, especially when afraid, and one of the reasons that

all of the different traditions have breathing or meditation practices is to return us to where we are. If I start worrying, if I start getting lost in my fear, I try to look at whatever is before me. I’m in my study as I’m talking to you. I’m looking out the window. I’m seeing the leaves on the trees.

I take a breath and try to give my full attention to whatever is before me, and then I start getting grounded again.

The thing is, we’re never going to be free of fear or pain, because that’s part of living, but when we can be present and practice being real and authentic, then the fear lives in us and we don’t live in the fear.

What is the power of authentic expression?

One of the most powerful things we can do when feeling powerless is admit the truth. When I was a little boy, I was so captivated by a butterfly that I wanted to look at it closely. I didn’t want to hurt it, so I carefully cupped it in my hands. But then I realized that as long as I had it cupped in my hands, I couldn’t see it. I had to let it go to see its magnificent, colorful wings.

Forty years later in my cancer journey, I realized that this [experience] was a teacher about expression. When we keep things closed inside us, they pound and make a lot of noise, but we don’t see them.

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Illness as Opportunity Transform Sickness into a Self-Healing Journey

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hen we are sick and in pain, we try to get well quickly.

This is the natural response.

We seek treatments to “fix” or get rid of our pain and symptoms so we can get back to our normal lives. When the treatment doesn’t make the symptoms go away, and we begin to suffer more, both physically and emotionally, our search for answers intensifies. Often, we then begin to feel hopeless, helpless and worthless. One becomes worn out, not just from experiencing the disease itself, but also from the battle to get well.

At this point, illness provides the opportunity to embark on a journey of self-discovery, healing and spiritual awakening. Instead of supporting continued efforts to get rid of their disease/ symptoms, a new approach and fresh perspective is needed and possible. This approach asks new questions, allows a shift in attitudes, and enables a new relationship with the disease as the patient looks inside to engage their self in the process of healing. This is the next paradigm shift in medicine: making new 16

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Where’s the Healing?

Disease may tell the story of ourselves, not just our cells. By taking the risk of listening, we may be led to the emotions that lie at the core of our authentic being.

Looking at symptoms as separate from the rest of our lives splits the body from the mind and spirit. When we try to get rid of our pain and symptoms, we deepen the split. Even if we do remove the symptoms, the underlying systemic cause (and real message) of the disease may not have been addressed, but bypassed momentarily. Therefore, only temporary relief is attained, and deeper healing isn’t happening.

Seeing with New Eyes

Despair can turn into hope, impatience can turn into patience, fear can turn into courage and resistance can turn into acceptance. In the willingness to look inside and see with new eyes, healing and

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“You cannot solve a problem from the same perspective that created it.” ~Albert Einstein awakening our consciousness becomes possible. We begin to see and hear the messages of illness and symptoms; our bodies are telling us something. Learning to understand these messages can be the key that unlocks the door to recovery.

In this fashion, the crisis of illness thus becomes the vehicle for transformation and healing from within.

Creating a Healing Environment A shift in one’s perspective, attitude and consciousness allows a person to create a context for healing as much as any conventional therapy or treatment. This emotional, psychological and spiritual context—the healing environment—may be more important to the healing process

“The journey of discovery lies not in seeking new landscapes— it is in seeing with new eyes.” ~Marcel Proust than any particular medicine or therapy.

There is no one therapy, treatment protocol or sure-fire method for any particular chronic disease. Healing is not painting by the numbers.

Every patient has a unique history, the background for their disease, and healing is an individual, personal and solitary journey. A holistic approach seeks to integrate how biography can become biology and synergizes the more clinical aspects of a treatment plan with the mind’s emotions, attitudes and beliefs. As people work to create this healing environment in their lives, they need guidance and support.

Shifting Roles for Doctor and Patient

Offering guidance and support during the journey of healing means the roles of the doctor and patient must shift. In addition to providing appropriate therapies, the doctor must also become a guide, teacher, coach and advocate in helping patients learn from their dis-ease and illness.

The patient, in turn, takes responsibility for their illness and works to create the proper environment for their healing journey to proceed. By opening to the symptoms, listening to the illness’s message, and believing healing and change are possible, the process is stimulated. Together the doctor and patient form a healing relationship, an important component of the healing environment.

Healing Our Whole Lives Are you willing to listen with your heart to the other voices of yourself speaking?

Often, childhood and/or adult wounds from physical, sexual and/or emotional abuse, abandonment and neglect are carried as burdens, expressing themselves

in self-defeating patterns and addictions that eventually can become illness and disease. Recovery begins when we face our truth and learn to be with it in a new way.

As Jung said, “All neurosis is a substitute for legitimate suffering”. There are two kinds of suffering; the kind that leads to more suffering and the kind that leads to awakening. It’s our choice, and having choices is liberating. But it hurts, it’s painful, it’s tough stuff and it requires courage, compassion and commitment. We come to realize directly what Alice Miller referred to as “the liberating experience of facing painful truth”. Facing the pain of our disease engages us in a healing journey and

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Thus, by embracing and re-membering, we experience that in the heart of the pain is the awakening and the healing. We come to understand that all sickness is home-sickness, and all healing is self-healing—the journey home to our true self.

There is a difference between curing and healing. In curing, we are trying to get somewhere, we are looking for answers.

Our efforts are specifically designed to make something happen. In healing, we live questions instead of answers. We hang out in the unknown. We trust the emergence of whatever will be. We trust the insight will come. The challenge in medicine is not the choice between one and the other. We need both.

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Breast Thermography Redefining Early Detection

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uring the month of October, pink ribbons and an assortment of pink clothing and paraphernalia have a singular meaning to most women over age 40: schedule an annual mammogram. For all women, breast health is important, as every woman living today has a one in eight chance of developing invasive breast cancer in her lifetime. This makes screening for breast abnormalities especially important.

Current methods used to detect breast cancer depend primarily on a combination of physical examination and mammography.

While this approach has become the mainstay of early breast cancer detection, mammography is not the only method of detecting breast abnormalities. Since the prevention of breast cancer has not yet become a reality, every effort must be directed at detecting breast cancer at its earliest stage. When breast abnormalities are detected early, the survivability rate is up to 100%. Since most tumors take years to grow, the earliest indication of an abnormality is needed to allow for the earliest possible intervention with the least invasive treatments.

What Is the Current Definition of Early Detection?

According to traditional screening methods such as mammography, early detection is the discovery of a tumor large enough to be detected by an x-ray. Studies have shown that by the time a tumor reaches this size, it has in fact been 18

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growing for years. Is this early enough detection?

Identifying Reversible Risks

Imagine a screening tool that could detect the changes that occur in the breasts before a tumor is seen or felt in its place? Is there a way to see physiological changes BEFORE an actual tumor forms?

Breast thermography is a screening tool that can detect abnormalities that may lead to cancer. It can also aid in the detection of future risk factors years before they may be found by other screening methods. Consider that if breast changes and risk factors were found early, they could be reversed by making dietary changes, removing toxins and naturally balancing hormones.

A 50-year History and FDA Clearance

Breast thermography has been around for more than 50 years. It is a non-invasive, radiation and compression-free imaging procedure that has been FDA-cleared since 1982 as an adjunct screening method for breast cancer. A medical infrared camera and a sophisticated computer are utilized to convert infrared heat emitting from the surface of the skin into electrical impulses that are visualized in color. The spectrum of colors indicates an increase or decrease in the amount of infrared heat or temperature variations, also known as “hot or cold spots� on a thermogram (thermal images). These temperature variations may be among the earliest

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Breast thermography is different than other imaging tools; it is a test of physiology. It detects subtle underlying chemical and nervous system signals in the body. The infrared camera detects these changes by measuring heat on the surface of the body. It can provide an indication of inflammation, lymph activity, abnormal physiology and vascular activity that is indicative of dysfunction and may lead to breast cancer.

Thermography is based on the principle that blood vessel activity is almost always higher in pre-cancerous tissue and the area surrounding a developing breast cancer than in healthy breast tissue. This process, Normal symmetrical blood vessels known as neoangiogenesis, is the formation of new blood vessels to supply nutrients and support the growth of cancer cells. The activity of these newly formed vessels and increased blood flow produces measurable amounts of heat, and an increase in surface Activated blood vessels right breast temperature of the affected regions. Additionally, the activated blood vessels have a distinct appearance that a medical, infrared camera can detect.

Breast thermography has more than 800 peer-reviewed studies, involving more than a quarter of million participants over the past 30 years. An evaluation of these studies revealed that breast thermography has up to a 94% sensitivity rate for detecting early changes in the breast tissue that may possibly lead to cancer.

In conclusion, the addition of thermography to the front line of early breast cancer detection brings a great deal of good news for all women. It has proven to be a valuable screening tool for women of all ages, with all breast types including dense breast tissue, fibrocystic breast tissue, implants, inconclusive mammograms, and high risk and breast cancer survivors. Thermography can also help fill the gap for younger women, especially those under the age of forty, where currently there is no breast screening methods advised as well as expecting women.

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ccasional knee or hip pain affects almost everyone, keeping us from daily tasks, making sitting painful and walking difficult. Causes can range from over-exercise to injuries, obesity and arthritis as we age. By the time we reach 65 years or older, 69 percent of women and 56 percent of men have arthritic symptoms, according to Boston University researchers. Costly joint replacement surgery which carries a high risk of adverse effects is often recommended for advanced cases, but by taking simple, natural preventive and remedial measures proactively, we can strengthen our knee and hip joints, handle related problems if they arise and remain physically strong and active.

Ways to Strengthen Hips and Knees

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tendons and ligaments include fatty fish, lentils, nuts, vegetables like spinach and broccoli, and colorful fruit like strawberries and oranges.

Practice tai chi, qigong or hatha yoga.

The gentle, low-impact movements and stretches associated with these approaches get synovial fluid flowing in the larger joints, effecting smoother mobility and increased flexibility; numerous studies document that they reduce joint pain and stiffness. “The key is not just to stretch, but to balance strength and stretching in a safe, mindful way,” says Andrea Trank, a health coach and yoga teacher in Fort Myers, Florida. Although personal or class instruction is best, how-to videos can be found on YouTube.

Walk every day. In a four-year Northwestern University study, people at risk of knee osteoarthritis that walked at a moderate or brisk pace for at least 10 minutes a day, one hour a week, had one-eighth the disabled mobility of those that walked less. Posture helps: Walking straight and tall while extending each leg back as far as it’ll go will “really let your glut muscles work,” advises

chiropractor Aaron Rossi, of Marietta, Georgia—an important compensation for the time we sit with knees and hips flexed.

Ways to Lower Pain Levels

Consider the right supplements. Obtaining 1,000 milligrams daily of calcium and 600 international units of vitamin D is essential for bone health, according to the National Institutes of Health; consider taking a supplement if the diet is not adequate.

In addition, study-proven options that reduce joint pain in the knees and hips include glucosamine and chondroitin, S-adenosylL-methionine (SAMe) and avocado soybean unsaponifiable.

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Glucosamine and chondroitin. Research suggests this combo relieves pain, improves joint mobility and slows arthritic damage to the joints. One study found it benefits up to 70 percent of people with knee arthritis, and a large multinational trial found the mixture to be as effective at reducing pain, stiffness and swelling in knee osteoarthritis as the nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) celecoxib. It appears most suited for treating moderate to severe pain and takes two months to take effect.

Try acupuncture. A new meta-study of 39 studies with 20,827 patients concluded that acupuncture effectively reduces pain for as long as 12 months, and the National Institutes of Health endorses it for knee pain. “It is believed to stimulate the nervous system and in turn, the way the brain registers pain signals,” says acupuncturist Daryl Thuroff, at the Yinova Center, in New York City. Find an acupuncturist at nccaom.org/find-a-practitioner-directory.

SAMe. This naturally occurring S-adenosyl-L-methionine molecule builds strong joints by delivering sulfur to cartilage, and research shows it may be as effective as aspirin and ibuprofen at improving joint function. It takes a month to take effect, but doesn’t have the side effects of NSAIDs. It’s also been shown to lower depression.

Avocado soybean unsaponifiable (ASU). Routinely used to treat osteoarthritis in Europe, ASU improves symptoms of hip and knee osteoarthritis (OA) and reduces or eliminates the use of NSAIDs, a meta-analylsis concluded; it also appears to reduce OA’s progression.

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The benefits of bodywork. A massage can loosen up tight muscles and realign structural issues in the knees and hips while also lowering stress-producing cortisol and raising levels of pain-reducing serotonin. A study at Canada’s McMaster University found that massage works on the cellular level to reduce inflammation and promote the growth of new mitochondria in muscles. Useful styles are Swedish, deep tissue, myofascial release and shiatsu. Ask for references from friends, medical practitioners, fitness centers and natural health stores or find online a certified practitioner with at least 500 hours of training.

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Consult a chiropractor. People with osteoarthritic knees that underwent two weeks of chiropractic knee adjustments had substantially less pain, better mobility and fewer grinding and clicking sensations in the knees, reported a study in The Journal of the Canadian Chiropractic Association. In a small study in the Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics, four out of five patients with hip arthritis noticed improved symptoms after nine or fewer chiropractic treatments. Many chiropractors offer not only spinal adjustments, but also a range of treatments from exercises to prolotherapy.

Explore injection therapies. Known as regenerative medicine, these therapies use injections in the knee or hip to naturally stimulate the body to produce collagen and rejuvenate tissue. In a British Medical Bulletin meta-study, 82 percent of patients with mild to moderate osteoarthritis of the knee were satisfied with prolotherapy, which uses dextrose injections. Platelet-rich plasma injections use centrifuged platelets from the patient’s body, and have been used by athletes like Tiger Woods and Rafael Nadal to treat sports injuries.

Ronica O’Hara is a Denver-based health writer. Connect at OHaraRonica@gmail.com.

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eterinarians are seeing cancer in more and younger pets these days than ever before. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, approximately one in four dogs will develop cancer at some point in life, including almost half of dogs over the age of 10. But taking practical steps can help lower a pet’s risk.

Don’t allow a dog or cat to become overweight. Studies show that restricting the number of calories an animal eats prevents and/or delays the progression of tumor development across species. Fewer calories cause the cells of the body to block tumor growth, whereas too many calories can lead to obesity, which is closely linked to increased cancer risk in humans.

There’s a connection between too much glucose, increased insulin sensitivity, inflammation and oxidative stress, all factors in obesity and cancer. It’s important to remember that fat doesn’t just sit in a pet’s body harmlessly—it produces inflammation that can promote tumor development.

Feed an anti-inflammatory diet. Anything that creates or promotes inflammation in the body increases the risk for cancer. Current research suggests cancer is actually a chronic inflammatory disease fueled by carbohydrates. The inflammatory process creates an environment in which abnormal cells proliferate.

Cancer cells require the glucose in carbohydrates to grow and multiply, so work to eliminate this cancer energy source. Carbs to remove from a pet’s diet include processed grains, fruits with fructose and starchy vegetables like potatoes.

Keep in mind that all dry pet food (“fast food”) contains some form of potentially carcinogenic, highly processed starch. It may be grain-free, but it can’t be starch-free because it’s not possible to manufacture kibble without using some type of starch. The correlation between consuming fast foods and cancer has been established in humans, so

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it’s wise to incorporate as much fresh, unprocessed food into an entire family’s diet as can be afforded.

Cancer cells generally can’t use dietary fats for energy, so high amounts of good-quality fats are nutritionally beneficial for dogs fighting cancer, along with a reduced amount of protein and no carbs­—basically a ketogenic diet.

A healthy diet for a pet is one that’s anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer, and consists of real, preferably raw, whole foods. It should include high-quality protein, including muscle meat, organs and bones. It should also include high amounts of animal fat, high levels of EPA and DHA (omega-3 fatty acids) and a few fresh-cut, low-glycemic veggies. This species-appropriate diet is high in moisture content and contains no grains or starches.

Also make sure the diet is balanced following ancestral diet recommendations, which have much more rigorous standards (higher amounts of minerals and vitamins) than the current dietary recommendations for pets. A few beneficial supplements like probiotics, medicinal mushrooms, digestive enzymes and super green foods can also be very beneficial to enhance immune function.

10 Classic Symptoms Not to Ignore Dogs and cats can develop cancer almost anywhere in the body, which is why the symptoms vary depending on the tissues and organs involved and the severity of the disease. Make an appointment with a veterinarian if a pet displays any of these warning signs of cancer.

1. Unusual swellings that don’t go away or that grow. The best way to discover lumps, bumps or swelling on a dog or cat is to pet them.

Reduce or eliminate a pet’s exposure to toxins and minimize chronic stress. These include chemical pesticides like flea and tick preventives, lawn chemicals linked to cancer (weed killers, herbicides, etc.), tobacco smoke, flame retardants, household cleaners and air-scenting products like candles and plug-ins. Because we live in a toxic world and avoiding all chemical exposure is nearly impossible, a periodic detoxification protocol can also benefit a pet.

Research points to the benefits of identifying and removing sources of chronic stress in an animal’s life. Focusing on providing environmental enrichment and opportunities for dogs to just be dogs (play, sniff and run) on a daily basis is important in keeping them happy and healthy.

2. Sores that won’t heal. Non-healing sores can be a sign of infection or cancer and should be evaluated by a veterinarian.

3. Weight loss. Illness could be the reason a pet is losing weight when it isn’t on a diet.

4. Loss of appetite. Reluctance or refusal to eat is a sign of possible illness.

For dogs, especially a large or giant breed, hold off neutering or spaying until the age of 18 months to 2 years. Studies have linked spaying and neutering to increasing cancer rates in dogs. Even better, investigate alternative ways to sterilize a pet without upsetting their important hormone balance.

5. Bleeding or discharge. Bleeding can occur for a number of reasons, most of which signal a problem. Unexplained vomiting and diarrhea are considered abnormal discharges, as well.

Refuse unnecessary vaccinations. Vaccine protocols should be tailored to minimize risk and maximize protection, taking into account the breed, background, nutritional status, lifestyle and overall vitality of the pet. Vaccines may cause cancer, and titer testing is a responsible way to ensure a pet has adequate immunity in place of over-vaccinating on an annual basis.

6. Offensive smell. An unpleasant odor is a common sign of tumors of the anus, mouth or nose.

7. Difficulty eating or swallowing.

This is a common sign of cancers of the mouth or neck.

Karen Shaw Becker, DVM, a proactive and integrative veterinarian in the Chicago area, consults internationally and writes Mercola Healthy Pets.

8. Reluctance to exercise or low energy level. This is often one of the first signs that a pet is not feeling well.

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9. Persistent lameness. There can be many causes of lameness, including nerve, muscle or bone cancer.

10. Difficulty breathing, urinating or defecating. These symptoms should be evaluated by a veterinarian as soon as possible.

Many of these symptoms also occur with other disorders and diseases, but any pet showing one or more of these signs needs prompt veterinary attention.

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A Better Breakfast Healthy Tips and Recipes to Start the Day

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reakfast sets the stage for the day ahead, and it can either drain or energize us, depending on the what, when and how much aspects of the meal. While health experts agree that many traditional breakfast foods can do more harm than good, delicious, healthy alternatives are within easy reach of the breakfast table.

Morning favorites like pastries, sugary cereals and pancakes, high in refined sugars and carbs, cause insulin production to spike and blood sugar levels to crash, according to David Perlmutter, an acclaimed neurologist based in Naples, Florida, and author of Grain Brain: The Surprising Truth about Wheat, Carbs, and Sugar - Your Brain’s Silent Killers.

“People need to train their bodies to tap into the energy reserves within, harvesting fat for energy rather than being reliant on the next meal. A breakfast high in protein and fat will do that,” he says.

While often waiting until noon for his first meal of the day, Perlmutter frequently opts for eggs and salad drenched in an extra-virgin olive oil dressing to break the fast. Perlmutter suggests waiting 12 hours or longer between dinner and the next day’s breakfast.

“Time-restricted eating”, or intermittent fasting, can have surprising health benefits, helping crank up production of the brain-derived neurotrophic factor, a powerful initiator for growth of new brain cells, and kick-start autophagy, the body’s method of cleaning out damaged cells, according to the neurologist.

A plant-based chef based in Bruges, Belgium, Julie Van den Kerchove switched from a raw, vegan diet to a mainly keto diet, low in carbohydrates, to regain energy after “hitting a wall, experiencing hormonal imbalances and nutritional deficiencies. Before, I would have green smoothies with lots of fruit and leafy greens, but would be ‘hangry’ a few hours later. Now my breakfast consists more of healthy fats and proteins, which helps me stay satisfied and energized until lunchtime. I experience more mental clarity and calmness because my blood sugar is not going up and down,” says Van den Kerchove, a blogger and author of vegan, raw-food and keto cookbooks.

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A typical breakfast for her now is a chia seed pudding with a nut or coconut milk, berries, nuts and seeds with a protein powder and stevia, which is easy to prepare in advance, or a warm porridge with hemp seeds, nut butter, chia seeds and almond, hemp or coconut milk, which is high in fiber and healthy fats. “If I feel like [having] something savory, I’ll have seed crackers topped with avocado and eggs or a Mediterranean omelet,” she adds.

Teresa Fung, a professor of nutrition at Simmons University and adjunct professor at Harvard University, both in Boston, cautions about completely cutting carbs from breakfast, however. “Fruits and vegetables are important healthy sources of carbs, essential to get enough fiber to maintain healthy gut microbiome and feed the good bacteria in your GI tract,” says Fung, who is an associate editor for The Journal of Nutrition. “Optimal morning fuel will include a good dose of protein, vitamins and minerals, fiber, antioxidants and some hearthealthy fats. It will also include a healthy source of carbs that your body can use as energy, leaving proteins to be used for protein synthesis,” says Fung, suggesting a simple, but hearty breakfast of high-fiber oatmeal or yogurt with nuts and fruit.

Like Perlmutter, Fung stresses the importance of eating during daylight hours when certain enzymes are activated. “Our bodies react to daylight even when our eyes are still closed. Eating should match up with our biological clocks, as we are daytime animals, using most of our energy in the day,” she says.

Fung notes Americans that tend to make breakfast the smallest meal of the day and dinner the largest need to better balance meal sizes rather than load up on calories late in the day.

These experts agree on the need to tune into the body’s signals for hunger and satiety, not just eating breakfast on an autopilot schedule. “If I’ve eaten a huge holiday dinner the night before, I may skip my morning meal. I’m a huge proponent in being flexible and listening to your body,” says Van den Kerchove.

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Healthy First Meals These oats are a great dessert/breakfast mix that’s delicious, but good for you, too. It’s made clean by cooking the apples using coconut sugar instead of refined white sugar and adding cinnamon and nutmeg for spice. Prep the oats by mixing all the ingredients, then make a date caramel sauce that’s healthier than any caramel sauce you can purchase from the grocery store and so luscious that you’ll fall in love with it.

For the Cinnamon Apples: 2 large Honeycrisp or Pink Lady apples, cored, peeled and diced 2 Tbsp coconut sugar ⅛ tsp cinnamon ⅛ tsp nutmeg For the Oats: 1½ cups rolled oats 1½ cups unsweetened almond milk 2 Tbsp chia seeds 1 tsp vanilla extract ¼ tsp ground cinnamon

For the Date Caramel Sauce: 10–12 pitted dried dates ⅛ tsp sea salt ½ cup hot water, divided To make the cinnamon apples, combine the apples, coconut sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg in a saucepan, and cook over medium heat for 6 to 8 minutes until the apples are softened, but not mushy.

For the oats, combine the oats, milk, chia seeds, vanilla and cinnamon in a mixing bowl.

To make the date caramel sauce, process the dates and sea salt in a food processor until they are finely chopped. Add the water, 1 tablespoon at a time, to the dates until the mixture becomes smooth and resembles caramel. You may need to scrape down the sides of the food processor.

Spoon half of the oat mixture into the bottom of an 8-ounce jar with a lid or a sealable container, then top with the date sauce and apples. Repeat in a second jar with the remaining ingredients.

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Refrigerate the oats overnight or for at least 4 hours. The oats can be enjoyed cold straight from the refrigerator or heated in the microwave for 1 to 2 minutes.

Reprinted from Clean-Eating Breakfasts and Lunches Made Simple, by Lacey Baier.

Salmon Cakes with Fennel & Parsnips For the vegetables: ½ cup fennel, shaved thin (use a mandolin slicer for thinnest slices) ¼ cup parsnips, shaved ½ Tbsp coconut oil For the salmon cakes: 6 oz can boneless, skinless, wild-caught salmon, drained 1 egg 1 Tbsp quinoa flakes 1 Tbsp fresh chives, chopped 1 tsp capers 1 tsp lemon juice ½ Tbsp coconut oil, for frying 4 radishes with greens Heat oil in a skillet and sauté fennel and parsnips until tender, about 7 minutes.

Remove to serving plate.

In a mixing bowl, combine salmon, egg, quinoa flakes, chives, capers and lemon juice. Stir to mix until most of the large chunks of salmon are broken down.

Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat,

form salmon mixture into 2 patties and cook 4 minutes per side.

Place salmon cakes over fennel and parsnips and garnish with radishes. Serve warm.

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Smoked paprika and turmeric (optional) 2 large handfuls spinach or kale (optional) 1 to 2 Tbsp MCT oil (optional)

Sweet Potato Toast with Avocado

If using organic sweet potatoes, you don’t need to peel them because the skin contains lots of minerals and flavor. Just rinse and dry.

Cut the sweet potato in thin slices of 0.2 to 0.4 of an inch. Put them in your toaster on its highest setting. Repeat three to four times until the sweet potato is completely cooked.

You could also use your oven to make the sweet potato toast. Preheat at 350° F and roast for 5 to 10 minutes. Rub the sweet potato slices with some extra virgin coconut oil or olive oil and sea salt.

1 large sweet potato 1 ripe avocado, sliced 1 package of tempeh (or 2 eggs) Extra-virgin coconut or olive oil Black pepper and sea salt

In the meantime, heat a spoonful of extra

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Fortunately, there are ways to make hash browns clean, because they’re amazing and need to be in the food rotation. First, use a little bit of olive oil instead of deep-frying, and opt for a healthier, low-carb alternative for potatoes, like cauliflower. Then, turn everything into muffins. Because it’s easier to prepare, they are great for a make-ahead breakfast and the flavors will be better.

Cauliflower Hash Egg Muffins This is a healthier, low-calorie alternative to the classic breakfast of hash browns and eggs, and more nutritious, too, because cauliflower is packed with fiber, minerals and vitamins. Plus, eating muffins for breakfast is always a good idea, especially when the muffins are good for you.

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½ Tbsp olive oil, plus more for greasing the pan ½ cup finely diced yellow onion 3 cups riced cauliflower 2 egg whites ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese ½ tsp sea salt ¼ tsp ground black pepper ¼ tsp garlic powder 12 eggs 2 green onions, sliced, for garnish Preheat the oven to 425° F and grease a 12cup muffin pan with olive oil.

Heat the olive oil over medium-high heat in a large skillet. Add the onion, and cook until tender, 4 to 6 minutes. Add the cauliflower and cook until it becomes slightly tender, 3 to 4 minutes.

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virgin coconut oil in a frying pan. Cut the tempeh in smaller pieces and bake until golden. Flavor with black pepper and sea salt. I also love adding smoked paprika and turmeric. If you wish, you can add two large handfuls of spinach too.

Serve the sweet potato toast with sliced avocado, tempeh scramble and, if you wish, a spoonful of MCT oil to feel satisfied even longer. If you’re not a fan of avocado, you can replace it with nut cheese, pesto, nut butter or another topping that’s high in healthy fats and low in carbohydrates.

For a vegetarian version: replace the fried tempeh with one to two softly boiled or poached eggs.

Provided by Julie Van Den Kerchove, JuliesLifestyle.com.

Transfer the cauliflower mixture to a large bowl, then add the egg whites, Parmesan, salt, pepper and garlic powder. Mix well.

Scoop a little less than ¼ cup of the cauliflower mixture into each muffin cup. Using your fingers or a spoon, press the cauliflower mixture down and around the sides of the muffin cups to create nests. Bake the nests for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the top edges become golden and crispy.

Reduce the heat to 375° F and remove the muffin pan from the oven.

Crack 1 egg into each cup, taking care not to overflow the nest. Return the pan to the oven and bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the egg whites are no longer transparent, but still a little loose. For fully cooked-through eggs, bake for 2 to 5 minutes longer.

To serve, garnish the muffins with the green onions. The muffins can be refrigerated, in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Reheat them in the microwave for 1½ minutes.

Reprinted from Clean-Eating Breakfasts and Lunches Made Simple, by Lacey Baier.

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calendar of events THURSDAY, OCTOBER 1 Full Moon Meditation w/Gayle Franceschetti – 6:30pm-8:30pm. Align w/new energies of this Super Full Moon. Opportunities for letting go of the old and allowing spiritual energies to reach human hearts and minds. $25. Zoom or in person.

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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3 Red Barn Weekend: Second Year Anniversary Open House – 11am-5pm. Meet the practitioners and the services they offer. The Store and the Salt Cave will be open all weekend. October 3 – 5:30pm-7pm: Evening Nidra Yoga and Sound Healing with Kevin O’Connor. The Red Barn in Durham, 352 Main St, Durham. TheRedBarnInDurham.com.

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WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21

Yoga for Anxiety & Depression with Breathing Room – 1pm-3:30pm. Yoga has been scientifically proven to support emotional well-being and inner peace. This workshop is designed to help participants become empowered to support their treatment of anxiety and/or depression with Yoga practices.

For beginner to advanced Yoga practitioners. $30 (Early Bird by October 3). Regular $35. Regular $35. Visit BreathingRoomCT.com/Events for more information and to sign up. Breathing Room, 216 Crown St, New Haven.

Aroma Freedom Clinic – 4pm-7pm. Trying to reach an “impossible” goal? Join me to see how a 20-minute Aroma Freedom session can remove those blocks in your path! Book an appointment to avoid waiting. $25. The Red Barn in Durham, 352 Main St, Durham. Amanda McDonald: 860-212-4806.

SUNDAY OCTOBER 11 Reiki 1 Class – 8am. Learn to do energy work and help the world heal. Come join us. Cost is $150.

Space is limited so RSVP ASAP. 203-263-3175 or WolfSpiritWellness.org. Wolf Spirit Wellness and Counseling Center, 125 Main St N, Suite 2B, Woodbury.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 14

Psychic/Vendor Fair at The Red Barn in Durham – 11am-5pm. Vetted psychics will be available for readings and vendors will sell an array of items.

Local artist will display their works for sale.

Admission $5. The Red Barn in Durham, 352 Main St, Durham. TheRedBarnInDurham.com.

Magnified Healing Clinic – 5:30pm-7pm. Magnified Healing is a very gentle, yet powerful modality.

You will receive a hands off 15-20-minute session.

Please remember to wear a mask. $20. The Red Barn in Durham, 352 Main St, Durham. For more info, contact Amanda McDonald: 860-212-4806.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15

Free Essential Oil Class – 6:30pm-8pm. Help align your mind, body, spirit. Learn to take control of your health with therapeutic grade oils. Free class. 36 Cheshire Rd, Wallingford or on Zoom.

203-631-7803 or email Return2love3@gmail.com.

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Salty Yoga Nidra with Joann – 6:30pm-7:30pm.

Come experience the dual benefits of yoga Nidra + Halotherapy in our zero gravity chairs as you relax and unwind in the gorgeous Moroccan Salt Room.

Yoga Nidra also known as “yoga of the mind” will deeply relax you and give you the best sleep of your life while halotherapy also promotes relaxation and enhances the immune system. Revive Salt Therapy, 374 New Haven Ave, Milford. 203-283-5968. hello@revivesalttherapy.com.

Salty Sound Bath with Kelly – Oct 8th 6:30pm7:45pm & Oct 21st 6:45pm-8pm. Join us for an evening of pure rest and rejuvenation. There is nothing you have to do. This is about simply BEing. Leave your worries at the door and float to a state of grace on the vibrations of sound. A Salty Sound Bath is a group Sound Healing Session done in the beautiful sanctuary of the Moroccan Salt Room with the added benefit of halotherapy.

Relax in one of our zero gravity chairs as you soak in the layers of sound. Revive Salt Therapy, 374 New Haven Ave, Milford. 203-283-5968. hello@revivesalttherapy.com.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 9 Releasing Negative Emotional patterns – 6pm6:45pm. A meditation with essential oils formulated to move you through the negative emotions. Your ticket includes a salt session! $35. In the Soulshine Salt Cavern at The Red Barn in Durham, 352 Main St, Durham. Advance payment required. Contact Amanda McDonald: 860-212-4806 for information.

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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17 Crystals and Essential Oil Magic for Beginners – 11am-12:30pm. Join us to learn about the magic of combining crystals & essential oils together to move you forward on your path. Your ticket includes an Aroma Freedom session and a bag of “Magic” to take home. $25. The Red Barn in Durham, 352 Main St, Durham. Contact Jen Gaylord for more info 860-929-6623. Grab your ticket at BorrowedTimeEmporium.com. Limit of 8!

MONDAY, OCTOBER 19 Trauma & Recovery Conference – Virtual – Mon, Oct19th, Tues, Oct 20th & Wed, Oct 21st (half-day).

The Connecticut Women’s Consortium’s Trauma & Recovery Conference aims to explore the realities of trauma as it manifests through individual and community experiences whilst simultaneously acknowledging the multiple pathways to recovery. Join us at this inaugural conference, as we seek to promote evidence-based solutions for the many people across the world struggling with the effect of trauma and searching for recovery. For more information and registration, go to: WomensConsortium.org.

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Circle of Women – 7pm-9pm. Join in sacred space (temporarily on Zoom) to discover and strengthen your authentic self, listen and speak from the heart.

Practice self-care and global compassion. Stay connected to self, spirit, others and earth rhythms as we navigate challenging times. $25. Call Susan to reserve space/get coordinates. 203-645-1230.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22 Mindset for Weight Loss + Halotherapy Workshop – 6:3pm-8pm. Have you been struggling with weight loss for as long as you can remember?

Are you sick of always having to worry about what you eat? What if it’s less about actually losing weight and more about your mindset? If you are trying to make any changes in your life like losing weight and are not addressing mindset then those changes can either be super slow or non- existent.

Stop fighting your body and start using your mindset to your advantage. Your weight loss journey will never be the same again. Revive Salt Therapy, 374 New Haven Ave, Milford. 203-283-5968. hello@revivesalttherapy.com.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24 Paint Your Soul – 10am-12pm. Answer 7 questions in color, join a meditation with essential oils to help you connect to Mother Earth, then create the representation of your soul. No experience required. $25.

The Red Barn in Durham, 352 Main St, Durham.

Amanda McDonald: 860-212-4806.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25 Reiki Share/Drum Circle/ Sound Healing Meditation – 2pm. Come join us for this powerful healing experience. Space is limited so RSVP ASAP. Cost is $30. 203-263-3175 or WolfSpiritWellness.org. Wolf Spirit Wellness and Counseling Center, 125 Main St N, Suite 2B, Woodbury.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 28 Salty Yoga Nidra with Traci – 6pm-7pm. Come experience the dual benefits of yoga Nidra + Halotherapy in our zero gravity chairs as you relax and unwind in the gorgeous Moroccan Salt Room. Yoga Nidra also known as “yoga of the mind” will deeply relax you and give you the best sleep of your life while halotherapy also promotes relaxation and enhances the immune system. Revive Salt Therapy, 374 New Haven Ave, Milford. 203-283-5968. hello@revivesalttherapy.com.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 29 Full Moon Meditation w/Gayle Franceschetti – 6:30pm-8pm. Align w/new energies of this Super Full Moon. Opportunities for letting go of the old and allowing spiritual energies to reach human hearts and minds. $25. Zoom or in person.

For questions please call 203-631-7803 or email Return2love3@gmail.com. Return2Love.com.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 31 Free Essential Oil Class – 10am-11:30am. Help align your mind, body, spirit. Learn to take control of your health with therapeutic grade oils. Free class. 36 Cheshire Rd Wallingford or on Zoom. Call 203-631-7803 or email Return2love3@gmail.com.

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Applied Kinesiology i s a n e u r o logical evaluation to find and treat dysfunction. Different because it addresses causes instead of chasing pains, Dr. Healy tests if a therapy alleviates dysfunction, finding immediate answers as to which provides the most improvement.

Chiropractic, craniosacral, myofascial and acupressure are among the therapies Dr. Healy uses. Generally, no single cure exists as disease and dysfunction typically involve multiple areas of the body. The goal of any therapy—physical, chemical, or emotional—is to improve function; a combination of therapies typically yields the best results. See ad on page 19.

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Stress is the plague of the 21st century and the cause of physical and emotional woes. Because of this, my sessions combine my ability to see auras with Reiki, Theta Healing, acupressure and Sound Vibrational Healing to provide deep relaxation and balance. “Tension out! Wellness in” is more than a phrase. For my clients it is a statement of fact. Distance Reiki sessions available. See ad on page 14.

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Elm City Wellness is an independent, woman-owned wellness center with a focus on community healing. Services include a variety of skilled massage, CBD massage, community and private acupuncture, Reiki, craniosacral therapy and organic skin care, including signature, microderm and high frequency facials. Skilled therapists specifically tailor each and every session. Our wellness store features local products, candles, wellness supplies and books, smudge kits and a large range of third-party tested, pharmaceutical grade CBD products. See back cover ad.

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Melissa Pytlak Yoga Instructor Ayurvedic Wellness Counselor 203-305-5531 SeekLifeBalance@gmail.com BalanceByMelissa.com Melissa invites you to come home to yourself and awaken the healer within. Offering private and group instruction in yoga and Ayurveda, Melissa guides you to connect with your True Self and to trust that you already possess all the wisdom you need to heal yourself in order to return to your innate state of harmony and health. Melissa enjoys teaching group classes but particularly loves the magic that unfolds in helping people one on one. If you need a little guidance on your path of wellness, please reach out for a free 10-minute consultation.

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