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elicia McQuaid, a certified angel therapist, Reiki master and ThetaHealing practitioner and owner of THE Healing Clinic of FWB and Laura Tyree, proprietor of Dragonfly Yoga, are hosting a Joy Yoga & Relaxation Retreat from September 5 to 7 at Tops’l Beach & Racquet Resort, in Miramar Beach.

The purpose of the event is coming together for a weekend that includes spiritual teachings, yoga and meditation sessions, fun in the sun, a luau and above all else, relaxation, fellowship and all-encompassing joy— body, mind and soul.

"I believe it is time to learn to grow on all levels through the vibration and experience of joy!" says McQuaid. "Joy is more than mere emotion, it is a connection and understanding that can alter our view of the past, present and future."

Early bird special: book with a friend for $450 until Aug. 1 for $250/$295 after.

The retreat fee does not include lodging, but group room pricing is available. Location: 515 Tops’l Beach Blvd. For more information and register, call 252-414-8136, email JenelleConner@gmail.com or visit DragonflyYoga.com/joy>Retreat.

New Fitness Class Right on the Beach

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ersonal trainer and Massage Therapist Tim Sullivan, owner of Boomer Beach Fitness, has started the only beach workout in Fort Walton Beach, from 6 to 7 p.m., Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays and 8 to 9 a.m., Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays.

There are couple, family, weekly and monthly packages, and deals for vacationers. Sullivan caters the workout to people of all levels, which is why an Tim Sullivan, owner entire group, including grandparents, parents and children can all get a workout in together. A free monthly massage is available for regulars.

Sullivan became a massage therapist after noticing the positive effect it had on his wife, who had suffered a stroke, and he is excited to share the benefits, including the muscle recovery that occurs when bodily fluids circulate better, providing nutrients and oxygen to the muscles, improving flexibility and providing pain relief and better sleep patterns.

Cost is $10. Location: just west of beach access number 2, on Okaloosa Island.

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elanie Barrett, founder of 30A Swim Dog, in Santa Rosa Beach, says the assisted hydrotherapy sessions she offers are winning raves from pet owners and veterinarians that believe dogs can reap enormous health benefits from the safe, low-impact workouts.

From loosening joints to relaxing muscles and improving cardiac fitness, dogs of all breeds and sizes are diving into Barrett's 12-by-28-foot nonchlorinated pool to take advantage of the only certified aqua program on the Melanie Barrett, owner Emerald Coast.

Barrett became a certified instructor after completing 50 hours of training with 60 dogs and received a certificate of achievement from Canautics Canine Aqua Therapy, in Orlando. She is certified in animal aromatherapy and is a member of the National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy and the Association for Canine Aqua Therapy.

Barrett says, "Since the next closest program with a certified instructor is in Orlando, we've been getting calls and visits from throughout the region. We're on 30A, so we tell people they can go to the beach and drop their dog off at the pool!"

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10-Day Holistic Retreat on the Gulf

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he 24th Holistic Health and Energy Awareness Retreat will be held by Sand Sea and Spirit from September 27 to October 7 in Orange Beach, Alabama, on the beautiful Gulf Coast, as Karen Rollins continues the tradition founded by Dottie and Joe Asselin.

During these 10 days, participants will experience a variety of presentations on health, wellness, spiritual awareness, creativity and eco-sustainability. Whether attending a single class or the complete retreat experience, this event has something for anyone looking to expand their horizons and knowledge.

In addition to nationally recognized presenters, there will be daily instruction in tai chi, meditation and yoga. Practitioners offer a variety of holistic modalities and vendors will be selling an assortment of products.

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Home to Harmony Robin Moline Cover artist Robin Moline is a commercial illustrator and artist whose work has graced ad campaigns, magazine covers, product labels and other prominent communications across the globe for more than three decades.

Moline especially enjoys doing illustration projects that reflect her enthusiasm for global sustainability.

The artist was recently commissioned by the U.S. Postal Service to do a commemorative stamp representing a farmers’ market theme.

Her style ranges from realistic to surrealistic, often with a folksy, humorous twist, and she works mainly in mixed airbrush and acrylic paint.

“I’ll work with anything else it takes to achieve the desired look to solve any given assignment,” says Moline.

The cover image, Home to Harmony, is a preliminary design for a book cover design for Philip Gulley’s Harmony series. The artwork was, in turn, inspired by an earlier work, a four-part mural depicting four seasons on the farm for the John Deere Pavilion, in Moline, Illinois. “I love living in an area where I can enjoy the full four seasons. I find endless inspiration in all things natural,” says Moline, a lifelong Minnesota resident and graduate of the Minneapolis College of Art and Design.

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Charli Williams is a 20-Year Skincare Innovator

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esthetician and entrepreneur Charli Williams began practicing skin care when it wasn’t cool.

She says, “I consider myself a pioneer, having to educate how important it was for skin, mind, body and spirit, since ‘touch’ is so vital to our wellbeing. How we take care of ourselves is directly related to our total body health; it is not a luxury, it is a necessity.”

She discovered her passion at a challenging time in her life. A single mother, Williams resigned from her full-time job and moved her two young sons across the state of Alabama against the wishes and fears of friends and family, listening only to

her internal promptings. “The boys and I suffered and sacrificed, but endured,” she relates. “It was a total leap of faith and trusting that someone much bigger than this little southern girl was in complete control.”

After living more than two years in Huntsville and receiving her license, Williams moved back to her hometown of Enterprise, Alabama, opening a skincare business literally in the back of a dress shop with a $20,000 loan and no business degree or formal training. “The way I attracted people was by putting a pedicure chair in the store window, since there was no highway frontage,” she explains. “It was matter of educating the pub-

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lic about skin care, and God brought people to my door, one at a time.”

The business grew from its tiny beginnings and during Williams’ third and largest attempt, at 2,000 square feet, a day spa was birthed. This was unheard of in a small town, and the rest is history. “The spa is still thriving today. I sold it to an employee and God gave me the desire of my heart, to live near the beach I loved so much,” says Williams. That was 12 years ago.

After moving to Panama City Beach, she began working part-time with a few doctors in the field of medical aesthetics and completed a training certification. Williams holds an additional license in electrolysis, or permanent hair removal, and certification in holistic aesthetics, completed at the Institut’ DerMed, in Atlanta.

“Through all these experiences, it is my realization that my ultimate gifting is the healing touch and relating to people on an energetic level; all the other benefits are bonuses,” says Williams. “Along with my passion for skin, I also have equal desire to help people to strive to live a more balanced life.”

By obtaining continuing education credits in nutrition, she has been able to help people with diabetes control their disease through diet.

“I have been exposed to and have personally experienced other modalities that have been successful for healing in many areas of my own life,” avows Williams. “It is my prayer and passion now to share with those placed in my path on this journey called life to learn, grow, love and forgive. Thus leading a healthier, more peaceful, joyful existence, always looking for those hidden treasures and miracles that are all around us.”

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by Brian Mobley

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he over-the-counter supplement N-acetyl-cysteine (NAC) is one of the least publicized, yet vitally important nutrients in the natural health field today. Overlooked for decades for all but a few clinical uses, recent studies into the anti-aging benefits of this compound are finally beginning to propel NAC into the spotlight as a daily supplement.

When taken orally, NAC replenishes intracellular levels of glutathione, a natural and powerful antioxidant manufactured inside the human body.

Glutathione is one of only a select few antioxidants found both inside cells and outside cells, and its importance as an antioxidant is difficult to overstate. It also has anti-inflammatory benefits.

Glutathione, stimulated by NAC supplementation, interrupts the aging process accelerated by inflammation by intercepting free radicals before they can interact with cellular structures.

Also, when used as a daily supplement over the long term, NAC provides a general detox effect in the liver and protects it from future toxin buildup.

NAC also directly affects immunity.

Studies have shown that NAC, via glutathione stimulation, inhibits both virus replication and expression, particularly with variations of the flu virus. Influenza inflicts damage on lung tissue through extreme free radical stress and inflammation, but treatment of cells with NAC in studies demonstrates a significant offsetting of these effects, reducing the

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oxidation and inflammation to enable much faster recovery. Because it intercepts inflammation and viral replication in the lungs so readily, NAC can lower the amount of mucus production that comes with pathogenic invasion.

NAC promotes anti-aging effects by stimulating glutathione production and intercept damage from a broad spectrum of free radicals that in turn lowers the tax these negative reactions have on every cell. Because the free radical theory of aging is one of the leading and most well-established theories of why humans deteriorate, something as powerful as NAC can help dramatically lessen this aspect of the degenerative process over time.

Likewise, its effect on inflammation extends the life of all cell types, and the ability of NAC to reduce both toxin load and viral load dramatically decreases the amount of damage done to our system and frees up the body's vital resources for optimal functioning.

Brian X. Mobley is a health and anti-aging specialist with the Golden Almond Health Store, in Fort Walton Beach.

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Nitric Oxide Brings Health Benefits

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itric oxide is an important signaling molecule that is naturally produced by the body to keep our blood and lymph vessels flexible and free flowing, and maintaining a sufficient level is critical to cardiovascular health and longevity. As we get older, our circulation typically degrades, the flow of vital nutrients that need to be transported to far reaches of our body declines and may even stop. Thus starved for nutritional support, we become vulnerable to all manner of illness and disease. In 1998, Pharmacologist Louis Ignarro won the Nobel Prize in medicine for not only discovering this “miracle molecule”, but also its critical role in maintaining heart health.

We produce the most nitric oxide that we ever will in our 20s, and by the time we reach 40, our production is cut in half. By our late 60s, it is down around 10 percent.

Research by the Centers for Disease Control indicates that up to age 24, only 3 percent of the population dies of heart disease. From 25 to 45, it triples to 11 percent. From 45 to 65, it doubles to 21 percent and for over 65, it overtakes cancer at 27 percent as the leading cause of death. Heart health problems often begin as early as our 30s.

Nitric oxide also provides critical benefits to the body. It not only increases circulation by dilating the blood and lymph vessels to increase healthy flow, it also protects our telomeres (chromosomal end caps) by stimulating the natural production of telomerase, the enzyme that protects and repairs them.

Telomerase production stops in our mid-40s, and that’s when things really start going downhill. Telomeres erode with every replication of our DNA over a lifetime. They are the biomarkers of longevity and actually determine how long we will live.

Nitric oxide reduces inflammation by stimulating the natural production of ATP, the energy source of the cell. Harvard medical studies state that inflammation is a major factor in age-related disease. Nitric oxide reduces pain by moderating the nerve pathways and generating serotonins and endorphins (the feel-good hormone), and reduces stress, the “silent killer”. Inflammation caused by our “fight-or-flight” stress response also creates pain. The Congressional Prevention Coalition estimates that 90 percent of disease is caused or complicated by stress. Once stress is reduced, inflammation is reduced and pain is reduced.

Light therapy, the direct application of scientifically selected frequencies and wavelengths of photon energy pulsed into the body by way of light-emitting diodes embedded in flexible pads, can be a very important wellness-promoting protocol for stimulating the natural production of nitric oxide.

Light therapy is an all-natural, painless, non-invasive, drug-free protocol with no side effects. We are all “electrical beings” with specific energy and frequency levels that be measured. When we have stress, we become out of energetic balance. Light therapy mimics our original, healthy, embryonic tissue frequencies to help bring the body back into energetic balance so it can begin to heal itself as it was designed to do.

Buddy Bowman is a quantum light energy coach and the owner of Light For Life, in Ft. Walton Beach. He can be reached at 850-582-4929 or BuddyBowman.com.

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Ginger and Turmeric Protect Skin from Sun

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cientists from Thailand’s Chulalongkorn University have found that extracts from ginger and turmeric may help prevent DNA damage caused by the sun’s ultraviolet B (UVB) rays, a leading cause of melanoma and other skin cancers.

Fifteen herbal extracts were created; each was applied to human keratinocytes, the predominant cell type in the outer layer of skin that can be damaged by the sun’s rays. The researchers measured the ability of each herb extract to absorb ultraviolet radiation and act as an antioxidant, neutralizing free radicals.

Turmeric and ginger extracts absorbed a significant amount of UVB rays before they could damage the skin, according to the results, published in Photochemistry and Photobiology. Each was found to stimulate the synthesis of thioredoxin 1, an antioxidant protein that appears to protect keratinocytes from DNA damage and toxicity to living cells.

Essential Oils Effective in Fighting Candida, MRSA

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ssential oils show promise in preventing infections from the fungi Candida albicans and the bacteria methicillinresistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), according to several recent studies. Romania’s Polytechnic University of Bucharest researchers found that topical application of the essential oils from Salvia officinalis (sage) and Anethum graveolens (dill) provided significant inhibition against the C. albicans fungi when compared with a standard antiseptic dressing.

Scientists from England’s Manchester Metropolitan University compared the effects on three strains of MRSA in wound dressings containing the essential oils of patchouli, tea tree, geranium, lavender and grapefruit seed extract against a conventional antibacterial dressing of silver sulfadiazine cream. Each oil was applied independently and in combination with wound dressings. Grapefruit seed extract and geranium oil were found to most effectively inhibit the MRSA strains.

SUN’S RAYS MAY HELP HEART HEALTH

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n addition to triggering vitamin D production, the sun may have other health benefits. University of Edinburgh researchers studied 24 healthy volunteers that used lamps that produce ultraviolet A (UVA) light mimicking the sun’s UVA rays, compared with similar lamps that only produce heat. Two sessions under the UVA lamps significantly lowered blood pressure and boosted nitric oxide levels in the blood. The latter is linked to better circulation. The scientists concluded that the combined effect may help prevent heart disease.

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Dried Plums Prevent Bone Loss

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onsuming dried plums, Prunus domestica, appears to reduce bone loss and may increase bone mass. Studying 236 post-menopausal women for one year, Florida State University researchers gave half of the women 100 grams of dried plums per day, while the other group received 100 grams of dried apples. Bone scans done at three, six and 12 months found significantly greater bone mineral density among the group that ate dried plums.

A study from Oklahoma State University showed similar results with post-menopausal mice put on a diet supplemented with dried plums or other dried fruits for two months. Only the diet with dried plums prevented bone loss among the mice.

Another study, published in the Journal of Nutrition, found increased bone mass among both elderly and adult male mice that ate a diet comprising 25 percent dried plums, while those that did not eat dried plums lost bone mass.

Ashwagandha Herb Mutes Bipolar Disorder, Lowers Stress

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he ancient ayurvedic herb ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) shows promise in reducing the symptoms of bipolar disorder, according to two recent studies.

For eight weeks, scientists from the University of Pittsburgh’s Western Psychiatric Institute gave 500 milligrams per day of ashwagandha extract or a placebo to 53 patients diagnosed with bipolar disorder. The researchers used a series of bipolar tests to gauge cognition, response time, social cognition response and other processes. After the eight weeks, the group given ashwagandha showed significant improvements in auditory-verbal working memory, reaction time and social cognition.

In a study published in the Indian Journal of Psychiatric Medicine, among a group of 64 men and women with chronic stress, after two months of ashwagandha treatment, standardized test scores revealed stress reduced by 44 percent, anxiety and insomnia by 68 percent and severe depression by 79 percent. Depression and anxiety are hallmarks of bipolar disorder.

Fruits and Veggies Boost Kids’ Learning and Social Skills

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study published in the Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association finds that increased fruit and vegetable consumption among schoolage children may increase learning skills related to interacting with others, as identified in social cognitive theory.

Researchers divided 138 students into two groups, with one group consuming more fruits and vegetables than the other. After three months, the group on the healthier diet tested higher in social cognitive learning skills. They also scored better in self-efficacy (belief they could succeed) in difficult situations, social support and observational learning.

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Vermont Demands GMO Labeling Vermont Senator David Zuckerman and Representative Carolyn Partridge spearheaded efforts for Vermont to pass the nation’s first unrestricted mandatory labeling bill for genetically modified organisms (GMO). The state legislature’s collective efforts, lasting more than a decade, led to an unprecedented, game-changing new law signed by Governor Peter Shumlin on April 23.

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Unless legally overturned, starting July 1, 2016, products sold in Vermont that contain more than 0.9 percent GMO content contamination will require a statement on the label indicating that genetic engineering was used. Products that contain GMOs and are labeled as such cannot also label their products as “natural”. The bill, however, does not apply to labels for milk, eggs and meat from animals fed GMOs. Donate to Vermont’s defense fund at Tinyurl.com/SupportGMOLabeling.

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“While the food industry, media and general public focus on the proposed format changes, new wording and label design, there’s a danger to our health in the FDA harmonizing our Reference Daily Intake (RDI) of vitamin and mineral levels down to the extremely low levels of the Codex Alimentarius, which our organization has fought against for more than a decade,” advises Tips.

Although a few RDIs have been raised, if the proposed rulemaking is adopted, the NHF anticipates that the FDA will work to conform other recommended nutrient values to those of Codex. Support for this projection is based on an October 11, 1995, FDA pronouncement in the Federal Register to harmonize its food laws with those of the rest of the world.

The deadline for citizens to submit comments to the FDA ended on June 2, but we can still write to the Division of Dockets Management (HFA-305), Food and Drug Administration, 5360 Fishers Lane, Rm. 1061, Rockville, MD 20852.

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Complex Interactions Help Cool the Planet Top predator species of the Southern Ocean, far-ranging seabirds, are tied to the health of the ecosystem and to global climate regulation through a mutual relationship with phytoplankton, according to a study from the University of California-Davis, published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.

When phytoplankton are eaten by grazing crustaceans called krill, they release a chemical signal that attracts krill-eating birds. The chemical signal, dimethyl sulfide (DMS), forms sulfur compounds in the atmosphere that also promote cloud formation and help cool the planet.

Seabirds consuming the krill then fertilize the phytoplankton with iron, which is scarce in oceans. “The data is really striking,” says Gabrielle Nevitt, Ph.D., a professor of neurobiology, physiology and behavior at the university, who co-authored the paper. “This suggests that top marine predators are important in climate regulation, although they are mostly left out of climate models.

More attention should be focused on how ecological systems impact climate.

Studying DMS as a signal molecule makes the connection.”

Source: Environmental News Network (enn.com)

Sperm Killer

Monsanto Roundup Herbicide May Cause Gene-ocide The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has ruled to allow Roundup herbicide residues in food at concentrations a million times higher than levels already shown to be carcinogenic in cell research. Now a new study published in Free Radical Medicine & Biology adds to a growing body of research implicating the herbicide’s main ingredient, glyphosate, at concentration ranges well within the EPA “safe level” for food, in inhibiting male infertility.

Noting the research revealing Roundup’s toxicity to the germ line (sperm and egg) of animal species, the argument can be made that this chemical has contraceptive properties and therefore, genocidal consequences. By directly affecting the biologically immortal cells within the testes that contain DNA with more than 3 billion years worth of information essential for the future of the human species, Roundup could even be considered an instrument of mass destruction.

Minimally, the precautionary principle should be applied that any chemical with the potential to disrupt or destroy our species’ reproductive cells should be banned unless the manufacturer can prove its safety beyond a reasonable doubt.

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Today’s testing requirements for waste sludge cover only 10 elements and two indicator bacteria; all other contaminants, pharmaceuticals and toxic chemicals that go down the drain of every home and business go right into the fertilizer.

Terms like “organic” and “natural” only apply to some food products, not compost or fertilizer. Arsenic and lead are both considered natural ingredients.

Toxins and heavy metals don’t disappear when exposed to sun or rain; they enter the soil or travel by wind and water runoff into yards and communities and can be absorbed in vegetables, plants and livestock. When we consume foods grown in sludge, we consume whatever the plant takes up from the soil. Also, elements like heavy metals collect in the meat, milk and fat of animals that are fed crops grown in sewage sludge.

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rom epidemic childhood obesity and rising rates of autism and food allergies to the growing risks of pesticides and climate change, we have many reasons to be concerned about the American food system. Fortunately, many heroes among us—family farmers, community gardeners, visionaries and activists—are striving to create a safer and healthier environment now that will benefit future generations. Recognizing and celebrating their stellar Earth stewardship in this 2014 International Year of Family Farmers, Natural Awakenings is spotlighting examples of the current crop of

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They are changing America’s landscape and the way we think about the ability of good food to feed the future well.

Doug Crabtree and Anna JonesCrabtree, of Vilicus Farms, in Havre, Montana, are reviving crop biodiversity and pollinator habitat on their organic farm in northern Montana. “We strive to farm in a manner that works in concert with nature,” Doug explains.

The couple’s actions live up to their farm’s Latin name, which means “steward”. They grow 15 nourishing crops on 1,200 acres, including flax, buckwheat, sunflower, safflower, spelt, oats, barley and lentils, without pesticides, herbicides or synthetic fertilizers.

By imitating natural systems, planting diverse crops and avoiding damaging chemical inputs, they are attracting diverse native pollinators, he notes. Their approach to farming helps protect area groundwater, streams, rivers and even oceans for future generations.

Dick and Diana Dyer, of Dyer Family Organic Farm, in Ann Arbor, Michigan, finally realized their lifelong dream to farm in 2009, each at the age

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of 59. The couple grows more than 40 varieties of garlic on 15 acres; they also grow hops and care for honeybees. In addition, they provide hands-in-the-soil training to a new generation of dietetic interns across the country through their School to Farm program, in association with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Diana, a registered dietitian, teaches her students to take the, “We are what we eat” adage a step further. She believes, we are what we grow.

“Like nearly everyone else, most dietetic students are disconnected from Mother Earth, the source of the food they eat. They don’t learn the vital connections between soil, food and health,” says Diana. During a stay on the Dyer farm, she explains, “The students begin to understand how their food and nutrition recommendations to others can help drive an entire agricultural system that promotes and protects our soil and water, natural resources and public health.” It all aligns with practicing their family farm motto: Shaping our future from the ground up.

Mary Jo and Luverne Forbord, of Prairie Horizons Farm, in Starbuck, Minnesota, raise Black Angus cattle, grazed on certified organic, restored, native prairie pastures. Mary Jo, a registered dietitian, welcomes dietetic students to the 480-acre farm to learn where food comes from and how to grow it without the pesticides that contribute to farmers’ higher risk for certain cancers. “We must know the true cost of cheap food,” she insists.

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the age of 23. Joraan’s to learn orchard is home to thrivwhere their ing, health-supporting food comes apple, apricot, cherry from and the and plum trees, plus reasons fresh, native aronia berries. organically It also injects fresh life grown food into the community. really matters Each spring, the Forto our health,” bords celebrate their says Lanier. son’s birthday by “wakHowever, ing up” his orchard.

“This is just the His mother explains: tip of the iceLuverne and Mary Jo Forbord “People of all ages berg for us. Ulgather—an assortment timately, we’d of our friends, Joraan’s friends and their like to be a chemical-free community growing families, neighbors, relatives, through advocating for reduction and co-workers, students and others—to elimination of pesticide and chemical keep his legacy growing. The incredible use in schools, hospitals, households community support keeps us going.” and local parks and ball fields.”

Lanier aims to help improve on Alabama’s low national ranking in the health of its residents.

“I love our little piece of the world, and I want future generations to enjoy it without fearing that it’s making us sick,” she says. “We are intent on having a school garden in every school, and we want Tarrant Lanier, gardening with children at the to see area hospitals Center for Family and Community Development establish organic food Tarrant Lanier, of the Center for gardens that support efforts to make Family and Community Developpeople healthier without the use of ment (CFCD) and Victory Teaching heavy medications.”

Farm, in Mobile, Alabama, wants

Lanier further explains: “We see all children to grow up in safe comour victory as reducing hunger and inmunities with access to plenty of creasing health and wellness, environwholesome food. After working for mental sustainability and repair, comnearly two decades with some of South munity development and beautification, Alabama’s most vulnerable families, economic development and access to Lanier wanted to “provide more than locally grown food, by promoting and a crutch.” In 2009, she established creating a local food system.” the nonprofit CFCD organization, dedicated to healthy living. Within five Don Lareau and Daphne Yannakakis, years, she had assembled a small, but of Zephyros Farm and Garden, in hard-working staff that began building Paonia, Colorado, grow exquisite orcommunity and school gardens and ganic flowers and vegetables for farmcreating collaborative partnerships. ers’ markets and community supported

Recently, the group established the agriculture members in Telluride and Victory Teaching Farm, the region’s first the Roaring Fork Valley. Recently, the urban teaching farm and community couple decided to take fewer trips resource center. “The farm will serve away from their children and homeas an onsite experience for children stead, and instead bring more people

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“Kids are shocked when they learn that carrots grow underground and surprised that milk comes from an udder, not a store shelf.” ~ Don Lareau to their 35-acre family farm to learn from the land and develop a refreshed sense of community.

From earthy farm dinners and elegant weddings to creative exploration camps for children and adults and an educational internship program, these family farmers are raising a new crop of consumers that value the land, their food and the people producing it. The couple hopes to help people learn how to grow and prepare their own food, plus gain a greater appreciation for organic farming.

“The people that come here fall into a farming lifestyle in tune with the sun and moon, the seasons and their inner clock—something valuable that has been lost in modern lifestyles,” notes Lareau, who especially loves sharing the magic of their farm with children.

“Kids are shocked when they learn that carrots grow underground and surprised that milk comes from an udder, not a store shelf.”

Klaas and Mary-Howell Martens, of Lakeview Organic Grain, in Penn Yan, New York, grow a variety of grains, including wheat, spelt, barley, oats and triticale, plus peas, dark red

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The Martens switched to organic farming on land in our marine environfarming after Klaas experienced partial ment with diseases, parasites and voluparalysis due to exposure to pesticides, minous amounts of pollution flushing compounded by concern for the health into our coastal waters,” explains Mosof their three children. Because the ness. She’s also concerned about the Martens work in alliance with nature, U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s they’ve learned to ask a unique set of potential approval of genetically engiquestions. For example, when Klaas neered (GMO) fish without adequate sees a weed, he doesn’t ask, “What health and environmental assessments, can we spray to kill it?” but, “What and she works to support GMO labelwas the environment that allowed the ing so consumers can make informed weed to grow?” choices in the marketplace.

Anne Mosness, in Bellingham, Washington, began fishing for wild salmon with her father during one summer after college. The experience ignited a sense of adventure that led her back to Alaska for nearly three decades, as a crew member and then a captain in

Melinda Hemmelgarn, aka the “food sleuth”, is a registered dietitian and award-winning writer and radio host at KOPN.org, in Columbia, MO (FoodSleuth@gmail.com). She advocates for organic farmers at Enduring-Image.blogspot.com.

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Good Clean Fun Water Sports Saying No to a Wave of Trash

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Be a hero, habitats as an investment.

My job lets me do walking take pollution beachSemiannual what I love and call cleanups, an Oregon it work,” says Andrea Neal, down to zero. tradition for 30 years, have Ph.D., founder and CEO removed 2.8 million pounds ~ National Park of trash, largely comprising of Blue Ocean Sciences, a Service scientific collaboration seekcigarette butts, fishing ropes ing healthy water solutions, and plastic bottles. Unusual in Ojai, California. “When I surf, I’m items include telephone poles and a in sync with water and air at the same 200-pound Styrofoam block. In the 2014 time.” One time during a Scandinavian spring campaign, 4,800 volunteers that snowfall, she donned a wet suit to ride treasure coastal recreational activities eight-foot waves; after splashdown, she removed an estimated 24 tons of litter emerged with ice-tipped eyelashes and and marine debris (solv.org). What West a huge grin. “I’ve never been so cold, Coasters see can also show up in Japan but it was glorious!” and vice versa, so coordinated cleanup

Neal likens scuba diving to enterefforts benefit outdoor enthusiasts in ing another world, revealing nature’s both countries. undersea glories. “Crabs sneak a peek

Lake Tahoe, on the California/ and you’re face-to-face with fish. Sea Nevada border, beckons paddleboard, lions want to play,” she says. “I’ve also raft, canoe and kayak aficionados. Last had great white sharks cruise by and year, volunteers for the Great Sierra give me an intimidating nudge.”

River Cleanup, a Sierra Nevada Con It’s not just sharks and extreme servancy project, finessed the condition weather that swimmers, divers and water- of this recreational site by picking up a craft enthusiasts worry about these days— ton of trash in and near the water and it’s trash, too. The most basic requirement were able to recycle 600 pounds of it for safe water sports is clean water. Plas(Tinyurl.com/SierraRiverCleanup). tics, paper and other debris, ranging from Desert winds, combined with flat microscopic toxins to everyday garbage, landscapes, blow Las Vegas debris into pose life-threatening hazards to human Nevada’s Lake Mead. Operation Zero – and marine life. “I want my kids and their Citizens Removing and Eliminating Waste, kids to share in what I’ve experienced,” ferries volunteers to a cove accessible exclaims Neal, part of the global scienonly by boat to clean and enjoy the area tific community redefining clean water (Tinyurl.com/LakeMeadOperationZero).

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“In the spring, when waters are high, Rivers for Change sponsors paddling races and other California river events to highlight the importance of clean water. Starting in September and continuing through the winter months, they partner with water use organizations and land trusts to help clean up waterways like the Sacramento River.” ~ Matt Palmarillo, California 100 event director, RiversForChange.org

The improved natural environment attracts visitors to the lake to try new sports like wakesurfing, riding the water behind a wave-producing boat by dropping the tow line once waves form. The more adventurous go

wakeboarding, which combines water skiing, snowboarding and surfing skills as the rider becomes airborne between waves. The more advanced sport of waterskating requires more stylish skateboarder moves.

Further inland, Adopt-a-Beach volunteers help keep the Great Lakes clean.

More than a beach sweep, volunteers regularly monitor litter throughout the year and perform a complete beach health assessment on each visit. The eight Great Lakes border states—Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin—benefit from teams of volunteers continually working to improve beach health (GreatLakes.org/adoptabeach).

Moving south, Project AWARE cleans up Iowa’s waterways, “one stretch of river, one piece of trash at a time” (Tinyurl.com/IowaAware). Stand up paddleboarding, kayaking and canoeing are popular river activities.

Paddlers collect litter en route and leave it in designated bins at access points.

In Missouri, the Big River beckons.

Jeff Briggs, an insurance adjustor in High Ridge, tubes the mile-plus stretch between dams at Rockford Beach Park and Byrnes Mill. “When we’re tubing, it’s just for enjoyment,” he says. “For a longer float, we take the jon boat so there’s space to stow trash.”

Table Rock Lake, in southern Missouri, draws fishermen and water sports enthusiasts. Their WK Lewis Shoreline Cleanup has removed 179 tons of trash in 10 years. In 2013, 670 volunteers filled 11 dumpsters (Tinyurl. com/WK-Lewis-Cleanup).

“It takes love and commitment, patience and persistence to keep cleaning up habitats,” says Wallace J. Nichols, Ph.D., co-founder of four grassroots water advocacy groups.

“Clean water is important though, to sustain fit life on the planet.”

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Here’s what happens after inhaling lavender, the most popular of all essential oils: The cilia—microscopic cellular fibers in the nose—transport the aroma to the olfactory bulb at the bottom of the brain, from where it proceeds to the limbic brain and directly affects the nerves, delivering a soothing effect. “Or put it on your skin and other properties of essential oils are absorbed straight into the bloodstream,” advises Jones, author of Awaken to Healing Fragrance.

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tial oils. For those struggling with summer maladies, here are several simple solutions essential oils can provide.

Minor Scrapes, Cuts and Blisters Tea tree oil (melaleuca) is tops, because it contains terpenes that kill staphylococcus and other nasty bacteria and works to prevent infection, according to a meta-analysis from the University of Western Australia. The researchers further suggest that tea tree oil may be used in some cases instead of antibiotics. Oregano and eucalyptus oils are likewise acknowledged for their natural abilities to eliminate infection-causing bacteria, fungi and viruses.

“Blend all three for a synergistic effect,” says aromatherapy expert Robert Tisserand (RobertTisserand.com), of Ojai, California. “They sort of leapfrog over each other to penetrate the skin and cell walls.”

Sunburn, Bug Bites and Poison Ivy A small amount of undiluted lavender oil will cool sunburn fast, advises Tisserand.

Add a few drops to a dollop of cooling aloe vera gel for extra relief and moisture, suggests Jones. Undiluted lavender is also a great remedy for insect bites, says Tisserand. “You can stop the pain of a bee sting in 20 seconds with a few drops.”

Chamomile, either the German or Roman variety, helps with rashes, according to Jones, especially when mixed with her summertime favorite, aloe vera gel. She recommends mugwort oil for poison oak or poison ivy, a benefit affirmed by animal research from the Korea Institute of Oriental Medicine’s Herbal Medicine Formulation Research Group.

Allergy Relief During hay fever season, several aromatherapy oils from a diffuser can offer relief, counsels Tisserand. He recommends eucalyptus, geranium and lavender oils, all of which contain antihistamines. Use them separately or blended. When using a diffuser, it’s not necessary to put the oils into a diluting carrier oil or gel. He notes that a steam tent containing 10 drops of each of the three oils mixed with two cups of boiling water is highly effective.

Sprains, Strains and Joint Pain Lessen inflammation and the pain from tendon and muscle sprains and strains with rosemary or peppermint, adding a dash of ginger for additional benefit, says Tisserand.

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Rosemary is particularly effective for bringing blood flow to an injury site, and the menthol in peppermint is a great pain reliever, adds Jones.

A Chinese study published in the European Journal of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics confirms the pain-relieving and anti-inflammatory abilities of peppermint oil. Researchers from Taiwan confirm that ginger is anti-inflammatory and can even reduce intense nerve pain.

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have a place in everyone’s medicine chest. “Sometimes I feel like David up against Goliath,” she remarks. “I encourage everyone to use natural healing products from plants instead of pharmaceutical drugs, the side effects of which actually diminish the body’s natural ability to heal.”

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hether urban or rural, children in our state average 4.5 minutes outdoors and four hours in front of a screen every day,” says Barbara Erickson, president of The Trustees of Reservations conservation nonprofit, in Sharon, Massachusetts.

One way to disconnect kids from electronics is to go camping. Such educational, fresh air exercise is inclusive and inexpensive. David Finch, superintendent of the Dunes Edge Campground, in Provincetown, Massachusetts, suggests borrowed gear for the first outing. A backyard campout can be a rewarding trial run; each child can ask a friend to stay over and a parent and the family dog can participate.

Once kids have the hang of sleeping somewhere outside their own bedroom, consider an overnight program at a local or regional zoo. Kids get a kick out of watching the animals and learning about their behaviors, diets and habitats.

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The Irvine Nature Center, in Owings Mills, Maryland, near Baltimore, offers a rich outdoor experience. Organizers provide food, activities and camping equipment. Children first attend a fire safety class, and then help cook a meal and make s’mores. At night, participants learn how to mimic owl hoots and practice their new skills, often receiving hoots in return. Night walks sometimes include sightings of deer, bats or flying squirrels, while morning walks showcase groundhogs and birds.

Jean Gazis, with the women’s and girls’ rights nonprofit Legal Momentum, in Brooklyn, New York, observes, “It’s easier to camp with small, even tiny, children, than with older kids.

Babies are portable.” She recalls taking her 7-week-old infant along and nostalgically comments, “Now that the kids are 11 and 14, they don’t have as much free time.”

Drive-up camping in a state park that offers facilities and planned activities sets up a good time. Gazis feels that a destination four hours away is the limit for car trips with small children.

She advises giving everyone duties.

“My young son once had a great time digging a ditch around the tent when it began to rain,” she recalls. “He kept the sleeping bags dry and got to play in the mud.”

Jeff Alt, of Cincinnati, Ohio, author of Get Your Kids Hiking, suggests, “Start them young and keep it fun. Get the kids involved in the planning. My kids have gone along since they were born.

We stayed at a lodge when they were small because little trekkers have a lot of gear. During the day we were out in the park exploring, always keeping in mind that kids tire out fast.” His mandatory equipment includes good walking shoes, sunscreen and bug spray. Adhering to such rules as never leave the trail or wander off and don’t pick flowers or touch animals is non-negotiable.

Stephanie Wear, a biologist for The Nature Conservancy, working in Beaufort, South Carolina, has found that it’s easy to make the experience lively.

“We like to do observational scavenger hunts—find the flower, the mushroom or the tree that looks like a picture and make a list of what you see. Getting out in nature sharpens observation skills, boosts creativity and improves physical and mental health,” she says. Wear notes that her kids have listed 70 forms of life in the family’s backyard alone.

Visit a local park or NatureRocks.org to take part in more activities and explore different locations. “Nature presents a great parenting tool,” she remarks.

Summertime camping helps every member of the family unplug, unwind and wander along new paths.

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moothies offer big nutrition in a small package. Based on a vegan source of lean protein like coconut milk or yogurt, soy, chia seeds or a vegan protein powder made from dried beans or hemp, they can energize us for a full day of summer activities.

Other ingredients follow the peak of summer crops. Berries, greens, melon, tomatoes, avocado, cucumber, celery, carrots and stone fruits like peaches and mangoes add antioxidants, fiber, vitamins and minerals. A tablespoon or two of milled flax seeds, hemp or nut butter adds richness to the flavor, while providing omega-3 fatty acids necessary for complete nutrition.

For the finale, add a touch of sweetness from fruits, maple syrup, agave nectar or stevia.

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like yogurt, placed in a standard or high-speed performance blender. Next, add the desired fruits or vegetables and flavorings, followed by ice. Start on a slower speed, holding down the lid tightly, before increasing the speed to achieve a velvety texture. If the smoothie is too thin, add more frozen fruit or ice. Freezing the fruits first and then blending them into a smoothie can substitute for ice. Peeling bananas before freezing them makes smoothie-making easier. Freezing the fruits in recipe-size portions also simplifies the process.

Smooth-fleshed fruits like mangoes, papayas, bananas, ripe peaches and nectarines blend more easily to a silky finish than do fresh berries.

Tender, baby greens such as spinach, kale or chard virtually disappear within a smoothie; if using mature, rather than baby greens, cut out the stems unless the blender is extremely powerful.

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Blending enough ingredients for two smoothies can yield a leftover serving to store in a reusable glass jar in the refrigerator. To reactivate the full taste later, just turn over the jar and give it a good shake to re-blend the ingredients.

Spirulina (made from a microsaltwater plant) and wheatgrass juice and powder are some popular smoothie additions. Milled flax seeds add healthy fat, but their water-soluble fiber also adds a little bulk; although the texture difference isn’t noticeable if the smoothie is enjoyed right away, it will be apparent if it sits for 20 minutes or more.

With the whir of a blender—and no cooking—summer’s tastiest bounty transforms into at-home or on-the-go beverages to revive, replenish and renew us so we’re ready for our next adventure.

Judith Fertig blogs at AlfrescoFoodAnd Lifestyle.blogspot.com from Overland Park, KS.

Seasonal Supper Summer Salad Smoothie Yields 2 servings ½ cup apple juice 2 cups stemmed and chopped baby spinach, Swiss chard or kale 1 apple, unpeeled, cored and chopped ½ avocado, peeled and chopped ½ cup cilantro leaves 1 Tbsp fresh lime juice 1 Tbsp matcha (fine green tea powder) 1 Tbsp milled flax seeds ¼ cup vegan protein powder Combine all ingredients and blend from low to high speed until smooth.

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Mango Lassi Yields 2 servings ¾ cup vanilla soy, almond or coconut milk ¼ cup vanilla soy, almond or coconut milk yogurt ¾ tsp vanilla extract 1½ cups chopped fresh mango, frozen ½ tsp ground cardaom Agave nectar to taste Ground pistachios for garnish Combine the milk, yogurt, vanilla extract, mango and cardamom and blend using low to high speeds until smooth.

Add agave nectar to taste and blend again. Sprinkle ground pistachios over each serving.

Peachy Watermelon Yields 2 servings 2-3 cups watermelon, seeded 1 cup low-fat vegan vanilla yogurt 1 cup frozen organic strawberries 1 cup frozen organic sliced peaches Combine all ingredients and blend from low to high speed until smooth.

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Just one ounce of this fresh-pressed juice is equivalent to four to five pounds of leafy green vegetables.

Comprised of 70 percent chlorophyll, it increases the body’s production of red blood cells, lowers blood pressure, stimulates healthy tissue growth and breaks down carbon dioxide. Green foods are extremely alkaline and promote healthy weight and detoxification by creating an environment in the body where diseases like cancer, arthritis, diabetes and other degenerative diseases can’t thrive.

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Ginger and Turmeric These herbs are anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antibacterial and anticancer. They are useful for pain and swelling associated with arthritis and fibromyalgia and indigestion, while helping tone the intestinal muscles. They are immune stimulants and help to fight infection as well as act as a circulatory tonic and helps to reduce serum cholesterol levels in the blood.

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Gormley’s editorial positions have included editor-inchief of Better Nutrition and editorial director for the Vitamin Retailer Magazine Group. He now serves as both vice president and senior policy advisor for Citizens for Health and as a scientific advisory board member with the Natural Health Research Institute.

His latest book, Health at Gunpoint: The FDA’s Silent War Against Health Freedom, poses a strong stance against government interference in our rights to information about and access to healthy food and supplements.

Why do you believe that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are tainted by special interests, particularly big companies in the pharmaceutical and food industries?

The FDA was created to address issues of food and drug contamination and adulteration. Dr. Harvey Wiley, the courageous first leader of its predecessor, the Bureau of Chemistry, expressed his disgust with the unintended consequences in his 1929 book, The History of a Crime Against the Food Law: The Amazing Story of the National Food and Drugs Law Intended to Protect the Health of the People, Perverted to Protect Adulteration of Foods and Drugs.

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Science in 2013. In addition, 40 percent of the FDA’s last budget increase came from user fees on prescription drugs paid by the pharmaceutical giants.

The USDA has the potential to do much good, but is bogged down with politics and mandates to push questionable biotechnology.

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With regard to the controversy over genetically modified organisms (GMO), are certain companies being given undue influence in national policy making?

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Yes. A perfect example was the ability of Monsanto to block initiatives requiring labeling of food products that contain GMOs in California and Washington state. Monsanto and the food industry continue to leverage their considerable influence in the U.S. Congress to block such legislation on a national level, despite the massive outcry from consumers demanding to know the identity and origin of the food we eat.

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Did the FDA declare war on the natural products industry in the 1990s?

The FDA conducted numerous and illegal raids on health food stores, supplement makers and practitioners. In an infamous barbaric raid on the clinic of integrative physician Dr. Jonathan Wright, in Tahoma, Washington, in 1992, agents and deputized officers converged with guns drawn, terrorizing patients and staff because Wright was giving his patients legal L-tryptophan supplements to help with sleep and mood. It was dubbed the “vitamin B-bust”. A federal grand jury declined to indict Wright on the charges stemming from the raid.

Current European Union and international codex policies maintain that most necessary nutrients can and should be obtained from foods, so they have dramatically limited the availability of many supplements. Do you expect such a policy to become part of U.S. law?

These European policies fly in the face of reality and every major food study conducted since World War II. The super-refined, overly processed Western diet does not and cannot fully supply optimal levels of daily nutrients. The U.S. has made minor efforts to tread this dangerous path and been met with tremendous consumer outrage. Potential related laws and policies would have to make it past an avalanche of public comments.

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Florida residents may soon have the option to find similar relief. Amendment 2 has very strict guidelines and regulations that will ensure only those needing the alternative medicine for legitimate

medical conditions will receive it. The official definition of the genus Cannabis will no longer cover plants with .5 percent or less of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the element that induces the high, and also more than 15 percent cannabidiol (CBO) which is the element that has shown great results in alleviating epileptic seizures and severe muscle spasms.

According to the bill, the patient must see the same physician for six months, and during that time be seen for the same chronic problem three times within 90 days while maintaining permanent residency in the state and exhausting other alternative treatment options.

After completion, the physician will add the patient to a “compassionate use registry” list. If a patient is under the age of 18, a second physician must be consulted to further determine the benefit of medical-grade marijuana while ensuring all other treatments have been analyzed.

All physicians that plan to prescribe medical marijuana are required to keep strict documentation of all prescriptions and treatment plans and submit them quarterly to the University of Florida College of Pharmacy to maintain proper control. Cannabis presents great promise for the medical community and gives patients suffering from chronic conditions new hope that modern medicine does not.

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Smith, owners of Foster and Smith, Inc. Avoid raw eggs, as they contain avidin, which interferes with the metabolism of biotin, fats, glucose and amino acids, according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.

Almonds

Almonds contain the entire vitamin E family of tocopherols and tocotrienols.

“Deficiency of vitamin E has been implicated in the development of certain dermatological disorders in dogs,” counsels Lee Russell McDowell, Ph.D., in Vitamins in Animal and Human Nutrition. Almonds are also an excellent source of B vitamins, copper, manganese, magnesium, zinc and bioflavonoids, with a trace of omega-3. While safe in small quantities for larger dogs, whole almonds are not easily digested and can upset the stomach and create intestinal distress. Almonds are easily ground into a powder using a blender, and almond meal is also available at many grocery stores.

Coconut

Renowned herbalist Juliette de Bairacli Levy pioneered the use of coconut in natural diets for companion animals.

Raw coconut contains medium-chain, saturated fats that transform into energy and can decrease bacterial growth, irritation and inflammation, according to

naturopathic physician Bruce Fife, a certified nutritionist, doctor of naturopathy and author of The Coconut Oil Miracle.

The 16th-century herbalist Henry Lyte documented their use in treating skin wounds and eczema.

Carob

Sweet Potatoes

Carob, the fruit of the Ceratonia siliqua tree, is rich in natural sugars, vitamins and minerals. Free of the stimulants caffeine and theobromine found in chocolate, it’s safe for dogs and its vitamin E supports skin health. Recent research published in the Iraqi Postgraduate Medical Journal shows that carob also has natural antibacterial properties.

Sweet potatoes can be considered a skin superfood, because they hold a high level of betacarotene (a precursor form of vitamin A) and are a good source of vitamin E. Their vitamin C content, which increases with cooking, facilitates collagen production, contributes to photoprotection, decreases pho-

Try to use organic ingredients whenever possible for all of these recipes.

Wild Salmon

Cooked wild salmon is ripe with omega-3 fatty acids, which along with benefiting the skin and coat, appear to boost the immune system, and may assist dogs with allergies, according to the article “10 ‘People’ Foods for Dogs,” by Elizabeth Pask and Laura Scott.

Cranberries

Cranberries contain a variety of bioactive components, including proanthocyanidins and anthocyanin antioxidants, plus the phytochemical ellagic acid.

“Animal experiments show that supplementation with anthocyanins effectively prevents inflammation and subsequent blood vessel damage,” explains Northern California Registered Dietitian Marilyn Sterling, who also points to myriad studies of the antioxidant power of proanthocyanidins. According to the American Institute of Cancer Research, ellagic acid can prevent skin cancers.

Combine ingredients in a mediumsized bowl; let sit for 10 miutes.

Lightly coat a pan with olive oil, add bowl contents and then scramble like regular eggs. Cool before serving as a topping to a dog’s regular meal.

Raw Liver Paté

Liver

Liver from grass-fed animals enhances healthy skin. Nutrients include calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, potassium, iron, zinc, copper, vitamins A, C, D, E and eight B vitamins, including thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, pantothenic acid, folic acid and biotin.

Suzi Beber is the founder of The Smiling Blue Skies Cancer Fund via Canada’s University of Guelph Veterinary College and Teaching Hospital Pet Trust. She also contributes to Animal Wellness magazine, from which this article was adapted and used with permission.

Chow Down

Oats

A fortifying cereal low in starch and high in mineral content, especially potassium and phosphorus, oats also harbor calcium, magnesium, B vitamins and iron. The grain’s primary benefit to skin and coat is its soluble fiber content, which also helps a dog’s gastrointestinal system to remove toxins.

todamage and supports wound healing, according to a report by Alexander J. Michels, Ph.D., of the Oregon State University Linus Pauling Institute.

Chia Coconut Crunch

1½ cups rolled oats 1 tsp baking powder ½ cup coconut flour 1½ Tbsp chia seeds ¼ cup coconut oil 1 cup almond butter 2 whole eggs 1 tsp pure vanilla ¼ cup carob chips

Preheat oven to 350 F. Cover a large cookie sheet with parchment paper.

Combine all ingredients except carob chips. After ingredients are well incorporated, add carob chips. Form small balls of dough with hands, place on cookie sheet and lightly flatten each ball with the back of a fork. Bake for 10 minutes in preheated oven. Cool completely before serving. Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container or bag.

Oats ‘n Egg Scramble 2 eggs, whisked ½ cup rolled oats ¼ cup goat’s milk Olive oil

½ lb liver (chicken or bison) 2 eggs 1 tsp sea salt or kelp 1 Tbsp olive oil

Whirl all ingredients together in a food processor or blender until smooth. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Use as a topper for regular meals.

Cooked Liver Paté

Same ingredients as liver paté. Hard boil the eggs and set aside. Lightly sauté liver in a pan with the olive oil, sea salt and kelp. Cook until pink is gone. Cool and then combine all ingredients in a food processor or blender until smooth. Serve and store as indicated above.

Source: Recipes courtesy of Suzi Beber.

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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and other federal and state agencies set standards and enforce regulations to ensure what we eat is safe and that production is secure. But hydraulic fracturing, or fracking, and its accompanying infrastructure threaten this. Questions must be raised and answered before the safety of our food supply is permanently impacted.

Conditions that Demand Changes n No federal funding exists for researching the impacts of chemical contamination from oil and gas drilling and infrastructure on food and food production. n No public tests are required for what contaminants to look for because many of the 500-plus chemicals used in the fracking process are categorized as proprietary. n Minimal-to-no baseline analysis is being done on air, water and soil conditions before oil and gas companies come into a new area. n No commonly agreed distances are lawfully required between farms, farmlands, rivers, streams and water supplies in relation to oil and gas wells and their infrastructure.

Compounding Crises Harsh economic conditions, plus concerns over long-term climate changes, including extreme weather events, have pitted neighbors against one another as farmers consider leasing their lands to oil and gas companies. More, often the riches promised do not make their way to the farmers that need them the most as American policies continue to favor

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4 Learn about local farmers’ situations and make them aware of factors to consider.

4 Support local farmers and food producers. megalithic agribusinesses and push farming families into unsustainable choices.

Standard drilling leases rarely provide broad protections for farmers and can even eliminate their input on where roads are created and fracking machinery is installed on their property, all of which can hamper normal farming. In Pennsylvania, where fracking is commonplace, thousands of diesel trucks drive by working farms daily, compounding problems already associated with 24/7 vibrations, noises, emissions and light pollution, stressing both humans and farm animals.

In New York, Pennsylvania, North Carolina and Ohio, farmers that have or are near such leased land are finding it increasingly difficult to obtain mortgages, re-mortgage property and acquire or renew insurance policies. Caught up in a vicious cycle, some farmers feel forced to abandon their farms, thus opening up more land to oil and gas companies.

“Fracking is turning many rural environments into industrial zones,” observes Jennifer Clark, owner of Eminence Road Farm Winery, in New York’s Delaware County. She notes that we often hear a lot about the jobs fracking might create, but we hear little about the agricultural jobs being lost or the destruction of a way of life that has been integral to America’s landscape for generations.

Asha Canalos, an organic blueberry and heirloom vegetable farmer in Orange County, New York, is among the leaders in the David versus Goliath battle pitting farmers and community members against the Millennium Pipeline Company and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. On May 1, oral arguments were heard in the U.S. Court of Appeals. According to Canalos, “Our case could set a national precedent, with all the attending legal precedent, that will either empower other farmers and communities like ours and Minisink or will do the opposite.”

In January 2013, more then 150 New York chefs and food professionals sent a letter to Governor Mario Cuomo calling for a ban on fracking in their state. As of December 2013, more then 250 chefs have signed on to the Chefs for the Marcellus campaign, which created the petition. In April 2014, Connecticut chefs entered the fray by launching their own petition to ban the acceptance of fracking waste in Connecticut.

In California this past February, farmers and chefs banded together to present Governor Jerry Brown with a petition calling for a moratorium on fracking, stating that fracking wastes huge amounts of water. The previous month, California had declared a statewide drought emergency, and by April Brown had issued an executive order to strengthen the state’s ability to manage water. Ironically, existing California

Information is Power Center for Environmental Health, CEH.org Chefs for the Marcellus, ChefsForMarcellus.org The Endocrine Disruptor Exchange, Tinyurl.com/EndocrineDisruptingChemicals Food Not Fracking, FoodNotFracking.org GRACE Communications Foundation, GraceLinks.org/1305/natural-gas-fracking Love NY: Don’t Frack It Up, LoveNYDontFrackItUp.org Minisink Matters, MinisinkMatters.org regulations don’t restrict water use by industrial processes, including fracking, which uses and permanently removes tremendous amounts of water from the water cycle. To date, fracking in California operates with little state regulation.

It’s past due for a “time out” on oil and gas production and infrastructure development. Every citizen needs to think carefully and thoughtfully about what’s at stake as outside interests rush to use extreme forms of energy extraction to squeeze the last drops of fossil fuels from our Mother Earth.

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Kids Yoga Workshop – 2pm-4pm. Let us share our love of yoga with your little one! Rebecca will teach your child the basics of yoga through animal inspired yoga poses, song and expression. They will learn the importance and simplicity of love, acceptance, and selflessness. Let’s grow the love of yoga together! . $25 / $15 siblings. Sunshine Yoga, 211-E Main Street, Destin. 850-687-8603. Kim@sunshineyogastudio.com. SunshineYogaStudio.com.

THURSDAY, JULY 3 Spiritual Cinema – 6:30-8:30pm. Whale Rider, a unique family drama set on the eastern coast of New Zealand. Leadership positions typically go to first born males, but this tradition is challenged by a surviving twin sister who turns to her uncle to learn chiefdom skills and tries to prove her ability to lead her tribe. $5pp. Unity of Panama City, 1764 Lisenby Ave, Panama City. 850-769-7481.

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TUESDAY, JULY 8 Respiratory Tract Healing Meditation with Alice McCall – 6-7pm. A prevention, maintenance and healing experience. Breathe easily, fully and joyfully. This meditation will open you up for full health and vitality. Res Req. Via teleconference. 850-585-5496. AliceMcCall@earthlink.net.

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Fermented Vegetables - Pro-biotic Foods – 6:308:30pm. Learn about pro-biotic rich foods you can create at home on a very small budget. Learn to how make Sauerkraut or Kimchi and why it benefits your health. $20 pp. Esther’s Garden of Healing, 8184 Navarre Pkwy, Navarre. 850-684-3230.

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THURSDAY, JULY 10 Spiritual Movement – 6:30-8pm. Qi Gong – Feel the joy of moving in easy ways that engage your spirit. This evening includes fun energy elevating movement, positive body consciousness, expression and mindfulness using an ancient traditional experience. $5pp. Unity of Panama City, 1764 Lisenby Ave, Panama City. 850-769-7481. UnityPCFL@gmail.com. UnityofPanamaCity.org.

SATURDAY, JULY 12 Restorative Yoga for Digestive Health – 12-2pm.

Join Felicia McQuaid for this practice, of restorative yoga, soothing, relaxing and well-supported.

Practitioners can soaks in the experience of the posture and enjoy the simplicity. Done with props like blocks, blankets, balls and straps. For all levels of practice, focusing on digestive health and incorporating Young Living Oils. $25 advance/$30 day of. Yoga Junkie Studio, 1157 John Sims Pkwy, Niceville. 850-678-8498. YogaJunkieStudio.com.

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Young Ladies Tea Party – 1-3pm. Children, ages 8 and up, will learn to make delicious, healthy snacks. By themselves, and at our instruction, they will make star fruit and cheese kabobs, “cookie dough” bites, and home made chocolate. We will culminate our class by using the treats they masterfully created in an old fashioned tea party. $12 per child. Esther’s Garden of Healing, 8184 Navarre Pkwy, Navarre. 850-684-3230. EsthersGardenOfHealing@live.com. Facebook.com/ EsthersGardenOfHealing.

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Yoga Nidra – 10:30am-12pm. This is a state of conscious deep sleep. During the practice of yoga nidra, one appears to be sleep, but the consciousness is functioning at the deeper level of awareness. It is sleep with a trace of deep awareness.

It is state of mind in between wakefulness and dream. . $10.00/per person. Unity of Panama City, 1764 Lisenby Ave, Panama City. 850-769-7481. unitypcfl@gmail.com. unityofpanamacity.org.

Restorative Yoga Workshop – 1-3pm. Poses are soothing, relaxing and well supported. Practitioners can soaks in the experience of the posture and enjoy the simplicity. Suitable for ALL levels. This practice will focus on digestive health and incorporates Young Living Oils. . $25 in Advance / $30 Day of Event. The Yoga Junkie Studio, 1157 John Sims Parkway, Niceville. 850-279-6980. YogaJunkieStudio@gmail.com. YogaJunkieStudio.com.

MONDAY, JULY 14 Pre-Launch Event for New DNA Based Skin System – 6:45-8pm. Be among the first to send in a DNA swab for personalizing your skin care products. A customized, cutting-edge and revolutionary skin care system based on individual genetic DNA will be unveiled by Qivana Founder and CMO, Craig Johanson. FREE to the public.

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THURSDAY, JULY 17 Spiritual Cinema – 6:30-8:30pm. “Billy Elliott” Inside everyone of us is a special talent waiting to come out. The trick is finding it. A talented young boy becomes torn between his unexpected love of dance and the prejudice of his family. $5pp. Unity of Panama City, 1764 Lisenby Ave, Panama City. 850-769-7481. UnityPCFl@gmail. com. UnityofPanamaCity.org.

SATURDAY, JULY 19 Reflexology Workshop – 7:45am-5pm. Learn Ingham Foot Reflexology and step into better health naturally. This holistic 2-day class will help you help yourself, family and clients. Registration includes text book, seminar outline, 16 CEU and discounts on future classes. You will feel different. $375 for new students. Living Waters Health Solutions, 55 98 Place Blvd., Hattiesburg.

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Yoga Workshop: Surrender, The Life Practice – 9am-11am. We are far more powerful than we know and realize...Poses that radiate our beauty and open us to our Unique and Beautiful Grace.

“You surrender to alot of things which are not worthy of you. I wish you would surrender to your radiance, your integrity, your beautiful human GRACE”, Yoga Bhajan. $25 advance/$30 day of. Dragonfly Yoga, 184 Brooks St. Bldg 2, fort walton beach. 850-244-0184. www.dragonflyyoga. com. dragonflyyoga.com.

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MONDAY, JULY 21 Overview to Herbal Medicine – 3-5pm. Learn the difference between an infusion and a decoction and how to use inexpensive bulk herbs to cure your families’ ailments and discomforts. We will cover infusions, decoctions, tinctures, capsules, and salves. Know how to replace any item in your medicine cabinet with herbs or essential oils. $25 pp. Esther’s Garden of Healing, 8184 Navarre Pkwy, Navarre. 850-684-3230. EsthersGardenOfHealing@live.com. Facebook.com/ EsthersGardenOfHealing.

THURSDAY, JULY 24 Spiritual Poetry – 6:30-8:30pm. From the classics to the mystics, you can listen, share, and create your own. Feed your soul through the beauty of poetry along with heart-warming music. $5pp.

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SATURDAY, JULY 26 Family Yoga Jam – 11:15am-12:30pm. Take your quality family time to the next level with fun and interactive YOGA. Learn basic yoga poses, partner yoga, dance, and more. All ages’ welcome.

Prereg req. Wear tie dye and get $1 off. Adults $15. Kids $5. Sunshine Yoga, 211-E Main Street, Destin. 850-687-8603. Kim@SunshineYogaStudio.com. SunshineYogaStudio.com.

SUNDAY, JULY 27 Mood Elevating Meditation with Alice McCall – 3-4pm. Remedy ongoing patterns of moodiness or depression by prevent mood swings from occurring with the help of this healing meditation. Res Req. Via teleconference. 850-585-5496. AliceMcCall@earthlink.net. HealingPath.info.

Creating a Home Practice – 3-5pm. Join Kristy Souto as she teaches you easy and insightful ways to create your own yoga practice at home. Learn basic building blocks that will allow you to start putting together sequences of your own and to approach your home practice with confidence.$20.

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TUESDAY, JULY 29 Living Pro-biotics – 6:30-8:30pm. Learn how easy and inexpensive it can be to make your own

water and dairy kefir, Kombucha, and apple cider vinegar. Stop paying outrageous prices for probiotic capsules that could not come close to those you make at home. Kombucha has anywhere from 32-56 strains of good bacteria. Learn to make pro-biotic root beer. $20.00 pp. Esther’s Garden of Healing, 8184 Navarre Pkwy, Navarre. 850684-3230. EsthersGardenOfHealing@live.com.

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THURSDAY, JULY 31 The Importance of Allowing w Alice McCall – 6-7pm. Learn how to allow others to be as they are – avoiding stress in relationships and daily life.

Learn how to live in ‘allowing’. Includes a guided healing meditation. Free. Res Req. Via teleconference. 850-585-5496. AliceMcCall@earthlink.net.

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SATURDAY, AUGUST 2 REIKI: Level One Reiki Training – 11am-5pm.

The focus of Level One is Self Care. Learn history, energy anatomy, and full understanding of Reiki energy as a healing modality Private group or 1 on 1 trainings are available, CEUs available for massage therapists. $250/includes manual.

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Urban Zen Yoga Class – 10:30-11:30am. In a world of over-stimulation and over-work, these practices can offer you a meditative sanctuary. No yoga experience necessary. $15/drop-in, packages available.

Dragonfly Yoga, 184 Brooks St, #2, Downtown Fort Walton Beach. 850-244-0184. DragonFlyYoga.com.

Power Flow Yoga – 6-7am. & Thurs. Jump start your day with this powerful yoga flow class guaranteed to strengthen your core, increase flexibility and improve balance. You will leave feeling energized. $14/drop in, packages available. Sunshine Yoga Studio, 211-E Main St, #E, Destin. 850-6878603. Kim@SunshineYogaStudio.com.

Yoga for Charity – 4:30pm. $5 donation to Paws.

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monday Discounted Spa Services – Pamper yourself at student clinics with discounted massages, facials, manicures and pedicures. $10-$35; gift certificates available. Career Institute of Health and Esthetics, 1008 Airport Rd, #C, Destin. Appointments required: 850-543-4919. CareerInstituteDestin@ gmail.com. CareerInstituteDestin.com.

Yoga for Women – 10-11am. It’s time to be at ease and enjoy your yoga. This class is tailored to the needs of today’s woman. All ages and all levels of fitness are welcome here. $15/drop-in, packages available. Dragonfly Yoga, 184 Brooks St, #2, Downtown Fort Walton Beach. 850-244-0184.

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Yoga – 6pm. Yoga for all ages and levels taught by Jill Jordan. Love offering. Unity of Panama City, 1764 Lisenby Ave, Panama City. 850-769-7481.

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Student Massages – 6:30-8pm. $35. Career Institute of Health and Esthetics, Student Clinics. 1008 Airport Rd, Unit C, Destin. Appt. 850-543-4919. CareerInstituteDestin@gmail.com. CareerInstituteDestin.com.

Yoga – 8:45am. Restorative Yoga for beginners and experienced. Love offering. Unity of Panama City, 1764 Lisenby Ave, Panama City.

Open Mike at Crestview Library – 6-7:45pm.

2nd Tues. Poetry & Music Jam for poets and musicians to read, perform, improvise and play together.

Everyone is welcome. Free. Crestview Library, 445 Commerce Dr, Crestview. Esther: 850-682-4432.

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wednesday Paddleboard Yoga – 10am. The confidence built in this practice is unparalleled. No paddling or yoga experience is required; we help first-timers feel comfortable and confident as they experience sun-kissed bliss. $45, gear included. The Boathouse at Watercolor Resort, between Destin & Panama City. Reservation, Shanda: 239-560-6667. 30APaddleboardYoga.com.

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Gentle Flow Yoga – 10-11:15am. Beginner based therapeutic movement combined with breath awareness. Dragonfly Yoga, 184 Brooks St, #2, Downtown Fort Walton Beach. 850-244-0184.

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Deep Healing Yoga – 10:45am-12pm. 1st Wed. This class blends basic yoga poses, Pranayama, and Meditation resulting in a restorative, healing yoga practice. Great for beginners, arthritis, or recovering from injury. Preregistration req. Sunshine Yoga, 211-E Main St, Destin. 850-687-8603. Kim@SunshineYogaStudio.com. SunshineYogaStudio.com.

Meditation Circle – 11am. A weekly meditation offered to all those interested in learning meditation or if you meditate on a regular basis. Love offering.

Unity of Panama City, 1764 Lisenby Ave, Panama City. 850-769-7481. UnityOfPanamaCity.org.

Taoist Tai Chi Beginner Classes – 5pm. Discover this gentle set of movements that promote well-being for people of all ages and in all conditions. A Dance Studio, 1047 E John Sims Pkwy, Niceville. Details, cost: 334-328-8647. ttcsvalp@earthlink.net. Taoist.org.

A Course in Miracles – 6:30pm. Complete self-study spiritual thought system to the way of universal love and peace. Love offering. Unity of Panama City, 17964 Lisenby Ave, Panama City.

850-769-7481. UnityOfPanamaCity.org.

thursday Taoist Tai Chi Beginner Classes – 8-9:30am.

Discover this gentle set of movements that promote well-being for people of all ages and in all conditions. A Dance Studio, 1047 E John Sims Pkwy, Niceville. Details, cost: 334-328-8647. ttcsvalp@earthlink.net. Taoist.org.

Yoga – 9-10:30am. Yoga for all ages and levels taught by Jill Jordan. Love offering. Unity of Panama City, 1764 Lisenby Ave, Panama City. 850769-7481. UnityOfPanamaCity.org.

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Prosperity Plus Class – Through Jul 10. 10:30am12pm. Does a life of unlimited abundance sing to you? This 10 week course will ignite your potential and give you a map for living your best life now. $50.00/includes workbook and CD’s. Unity of Panama City, 1764 Lisenby Ave, Panama City.

850-769-7481. UnityOfPanamaCity.org.

Deep Healing Yoga – 11am-12pm. This class blends basic yoga poses, Pranayama and meditation, resulting in a restorative, healing yoga practice. Great for beginners and those with arthritis or injuries. $14/ drop in, packages available. Sunshine Yoga, 211-E Main St, Destin. 850-687-8603. Kim@SunshineYogaStudio.com. SunshineYogaStudio.com.

Tong Ren Healing – 12:30pm. Tong Ren energy healing is based on the belief that disease is related to interruptions in the body’s natural flow of chi, neural bio-electricity, blood or hormones. Tong Ren Therapy utilizes the concept of collective unconsciousness to remove these blockages. Love offering. Unity of Panama City, 1764 Lisenby Ave, Panama City.

850-769-7481. UnityOfPanamaCity.org.

Kids Yoga – 4:30pm. Introduce the principles and traditions of yoga to children so they will help lead the world into a more peaceful tomorrow. Ages 5-12. $14/ drop in, $48/4 classes. Sunshine Yoga, 211-E Main St, Destin. 850-687-8603. SunshineYogaStudio.com.

Beginners Yoga Series – 5:30pm. Standing, seated, twists, forward bends, balancing, and back bending poses are addressed individually each week, at the pace and practice perfect for the beginner. $65/six week series. Dragonfly Yoga, 184 Brooks Street #2, Downtown Fort Walton Beach.

850-244-0184. DragonFlyYoga.com.

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HELP WANTED STYLIST WANTED – Looking for experienced fun people to work at an awesome salon in FWB. Red Lotus Salon. 850-582-7895. Booth rental.

PRODUCTS

friday Breastfeeding Support Group – 9:30am. With lactation counselor. Free. Growing Green Bums, 296 Bayshore Dr, Niceville. 850-279-6647.

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JUICE, SMOOTHIES, SOUPS AND SALADS – Enjoy our juice and smoothie bar; organic salads to go and organic soups (cold months). 9am-3pm. Mon-Fri. Golden Almond

Friday Yoga – 10am. This fun upbeat class is what Friday is all about. Join Felicia to move, breathe and enjoy the moment. $15/drop in, packages available.

Dragonfly Yoga, 184 Brooks St, #2, Downtown Fort Walton Beach. 850-244-0184. DragonFlyYoga.com.

saturday Gentle Flow Yoga – 9am. Classes are beginner friendly. Focus on gentle, therapeutic movement, breath awareness and meditation. $10/drop in.

Dragonfly Yoga, 184 Brooks St, #2, Downtown Fort Walton Beach. 850-244-0184. DragonFlyYoga.com.

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OPEN ENROLLMENT MASSAGE THERAPY, SKIN CARE AND NAIL CARE CLASSES Call today to enroll. Day and night classes avail.

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850-543-4919. CareerInstituteDestin@gmail.com.

GRASS-FED BEEF – Now carrying Arrowhead grass-fed beef from Chipley, FL. Golden Almond Health Food Store. 339 Racetrack Road, NW. FWB. 850-863-5811. GoldenAlmond.com.

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BODYWORKERS CHRIS GAINES, LMT

8th Element Wellness LLC 90 Beal Pkwy NW, Ste A1, FWB 850-974-0928

Connecting you to the leaders in natural healthcare and green living in our community. To find out how you can be included in the Community Resource Guide email Advertising@NWFNaturally.com to request our media kit or visit our Advertise web page at NWFNaturally.com.

ACUPUNCTURE KERRY ABACO

Acupuncture Physician 2633 Hwy 77, Ste B, Panama City 850-628-8412 Panama City’s premier acupuncturist treating lower back, knee, neck and shoulder pain, emotional disorders, gastrointestinal, gynecological, musculoskeletal, addictions, allergies, arthritis, migraines and other conditions.

Practitioner of oriental medicine and provider of Chinese herbs. See ad, page 5.

REBECCA FREEMAN, AP, MAOM 60 2nd St, Ste 202, Shalimar 850-902-2536 • 850-651-0160 RebeccaFreeman08@yahoo.com

Caring and compassionate masters of acupuncture and Oriental medicine acupuncture.

More than 12 years’ experience relieving all types of pain, including: headaches, female problems, digestive problems and more. See ad, page 13.

INDUSTRIAL MEDICINE INSTITUTE Sheila Mohammed, MD, MSPH, PhD Board Certified • 850-736-8401 4542 Alba St, Pace

Physician applied acupuncture.

A safe and effective treatment for general and specific conditions including pain management from neck, shoulder and back conditions, and as an alternative to pain medications. See ad, page 11.

KOVAR CHIROPRACTIC & WELLNESS CENTER

John S Kovar, DC 29 G Miracle Strip Hwy SW, FWB 850-244-1200 • DrKovar.com Experience the many benefits of acupuncture. Restoring health naturally to patients for more than 30 years, Dr. Kovar also offers chiropractic care, nutrition response testing with designed clinical nutrition, and massage.

See ad, page 30.

Specializing in compassionate Deep Tissue Massage; combining deep relaxation and deep specific work to address physical, mental, and emotional trauma. MA56647.

See ad, page 4.

DR SHERYL ROE Acupuncture Physician Navarree • FWB • Destin 850-225-3460 • DrSRoe.com

Acupuncture works! Learn how it can work for you at the Navarre, Destin or Mary Esther.

Treating all types of pain, addiction, sleep disorders, stress, fibromyalgia, PTSD. Feel better soon.

AIR CONDITIONING EMERALD AIR SERVICES, L.L.C. HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING

ALEXANDREA MCALLASTER, LMT 8th Element Wellness LLC 90 Beal Pkwy NW, Ste A1, FWB 850-582-2285

Dedicated to a heart centered practice specializing in Healing Touch Energy Therapy, Chakra balancing and Neuromuscular pain management with focus on neck release and low back pain.

MA59372. See ad, page 4.

FELICIA MCQUAID

850-244-2665 112 Beal Parkway SW, FWB EmeraldAirFWB.com

To greatly improve system e f f i c i e n c y, e q u i p m e n t performance, and longevity, eliminate filter-changing inconveniences and provide you home with the purest, healthiest air. Choose Everclean Green. See ad, page 3.

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60 2nd St, Ste 304, Shalimar 850-651-2286 BodyworksByBull.com A patented, soft-tissue system/ movement-based massage technique that treats specific issues with muscles, tendons, ligaments, fascia and nerves; for example, carpal tunnel, sciatica, plantar fasciitis and many more.

See ad, page 21.

BEAUTY SALON VEDAT

Janice Skene 114-B Benning Dr, Destin • 850-837-2690 SalonVedat@gmail.com • SalonVedat.com

Director, Holistic Practitioner (MA61060) THE Healing Clinic Fort Walton Beach, LLC 850-217-2771 • TheHealingClinicFWB.com Felicia is a transformation healer that offers a unique blend of reiki/ massage therapy sessions. Her insight and understanding in the language of energy will amaze you. See ad, page 24.

CHRISTIE MORGAN, LMT

8th Element Wellness LLC 90 Beal Pkwy NW, Ste A1, FWB 850-598-7515

Specializing in Pain Management Massage and a blend of Therapeutic Massage Techniques with focused intention to de-stress the body and mind. MA50499. See ad, page 4.

DONALD MORGAN, LMT

8th Element Wellness LLC 90 Beal Pkwy NW, Ste A1, FWB 850-420-5819 Helping clients relax and rejuvenate with Therapeutic Massage, Hot Stone Massage and Pregnancy Massage in a safe and caring environment. MA57307.

See ad, page 4.

Organic Salon Systems started a revolution of healthier, natural, organic, better performing professional products. Beauty without sacrificing health.

Coloring and smoothing treatments for silky, healthy hair.

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LAURA TYREE

Holistic Practitioner (MA68035) THE Healing Clinic Fort Walton Beach, LLC 850-217-2771 • TheHealingClinicFWB.com Laura’s hands share experience, knowledge, clarity and grace. She specializes in massage and LED light therapy. She also specializes in raindrop technique with Young Living oils. See ad, page 24.

COLONIC SKINDEEP CLINIC WELLNESS CENTRE

Cindy Butler, Owner/Therapist 4012 Commons Dr W, Ste 120, Destin 850-269-1414 • SkinDeepDestin.com

FOODS & SUPPLEMENTS ARROWHEAD BEEF

Chipley, FL Tony@FloridaGrass-Fed.com 850-270-8804 Grass-fed beef: No hormones, no antibiotics, no corn. Raised right and sent off right. Selling individual cuts at the markets of Seaside and Rosemary. See ad, page 12.

Colonics, ionic footbaths, infrared saunas. Organic non-surgical facelift, weight loss (lose 20 lbs in 40 days), body wraps, massage, teeth whitening, airbrush tan, makeovers.

CHIROPRACTIC BLUEWATER CHIROPRACTIC WELLNESS CENTER

April Lee, DC 4400 Hwy 20 E, Niceville 850-897-1177 • BluewaterChiropractic.com Natural and holistic healthcare.

Offering chiropractic care, lumbar decompression, physical therapies, massage therapy, nutritional education and supplementation. Allow the body to heal the way it was designed.

COMPOUNDING PHARMACY EMERALD COAST COMPOUNDING PHARMACY

Pharmaceuticals Built For You 1719 S County Hwy 393 • Santa Rosa Beach 850-622-5800 • ECCPharmacy.com Pharmaceutical compounding formulates your prescriptions to meet your individual needs.

Providing compounding for hormone and thyroid replacement t h e r a p y, d e r m a t o l o g y, p a i n management and other areas. Regina Jaquess, Pharm D. See ad, page 37.

HENARD FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC Dr Karen Henard, DC 4566 Hwy 20 E, Ste 205, Niceville 850-897-1105 • HenardChiro.com

A second generation chiropractor, Dr. Henard is committed to chiropractic wellness for the family, improving health naturally. More than 16 years’ experience in pediatrics, sports and automobile injuries. Most insurance and affordable cash plans.

DENTISTRY DR DAYTON HART, DMD

IAOMT Protocol 225 W Laurel Ave, Foley, AL 36535 251-943-2471 • DrDaytonHart.com Free book: Mercury Free Dentistry.

Ozone, laser no-suture gum surgery, test for compatible materials, cavity-causing bacteria.

Examine for gum disease bacteria.

Laser cavity diagnoses, saliva, ph check, oral galvanic screening; no fluoride. See ad, page 4.

KOVAR CHIROPRACTIC & WELLNESS CENTER

John S. Kovar, DC 29 G Miracle Strip Hwy SW, FWB 850-244-1200 • DrKovar.com Practicing locally for over 30 years, expertise in treating pain conditions, auto injury and restoring health naturally through nutrition response testing, clinical nutrition, acupuncture, massage and chiropractic wellness care. See ad, page 30.

CLOTHING SHANGRI-LA VINTAGE BOUTIQUE 124 Miracle Strip Parkway, SE, FWB 850-862-4LUV Shangrila-Vintage.com

The Panhandle’s largest selection of authentic vintage clothing and accessories from 1920’s thru 1980’s.

Be earth-conscious and earth -friendly with our one of a kind pieces. See ad, page 12.

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ENERGY CONSERVATION EMERALD AIR SERVICES, L.L.C. HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING 112 Beal Parkway S.W., FWB EmeraldAirFWB.com • 850-244-2665

To greatly improve system e f f i c i e n c y, e q u i p m e n t performance, and longevity, eliminate filter-changing inconveniences and provide you home with the purest, healthiest air. Choose Everclean Green. See ad, page 3.

GULF COAST INSULATION Serving the Emerald Coast 850-685-9709 GulfCoastInsulation.com info@GulfCoastInsulation.com

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Locally owned and operated company committed to providing quality installation and products making homes and businesses healthier, more comfortable, and less expensive to operate.

Call or click for a free estimate and consultation. See ad, page 22.

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BODY-B-HEALTHY

2227 Ferdon Blvd, Crestview 850-682-8893 Find us on Facebook Knowledgeable staff and cutting edge digital health assessments. Dairy-free and gluten-free food items, supplements, homeopathic solutions and anti-aging products, plus delicious nutritional smoothies. See ad, page 9.

ESTHER’S GARDEN OF HEALING, LLC 8184 Navarre Pkwy • Navarre 850-499-3670 EsthersGardenOfHealing@live.com

A unique establishment specializing in 150+ bulk herbs, 40+ loose teas, homeopathic remedies and our herbal skincare line. Find us on Facebook for an updated schedule of our weekly workshops. See ad. page 25.

GOLDEN ALMOND HEALTH FOOD STORE

339 Racetrack Rd NW, Ste # 3 850-863-5811 • GoldenAlmond.com Hours: M-F 9-6, S 10-4, Closed Sun Natural and organic foods. Largest selection of herbs and supplements in the area. Enjoy our new fresh juice bar, open weekdays 10-4. Knowledgeable and personable staff.

QIVANA

Ann Kief, Qivana Representative TryTheQ@gmail.com 850-622-2345 • TryTheQ.com Science-based all-natural nutritional product systems used by gold medal Olympians, professional athletes and medical doctors with proven results you can measure. Try TheQ, it’s good for you.

SYNERGY ORGANIC JUICE BAR

AND CAFÉ

120 Miraclestrip Pkwy SE 850-865-4919 SynergyOrganicCafeFWB.com Juice Bar and Café offers farm-to-table meals prepared with regionally sourced organic produce and pantry items; glutenfree, dairy-free. Whole food cooking, juicing, gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan and raw food classes are available. See ad, page 21.

HEALING ARTS ALICE MCCALL, BS PSYCHOLOGY, MBA, HYPNOTIST Cellular Level Energy Healer, Spiritual Coach 850-585-5496 • HealingPath.info WellnessWisdomHealing.com

Phone sessions to transform health issues, serious diseases, unwanted patterns. 12 year successful track record. Authored Wellness Wisdom on natural health and healing.

INDUSTRIAL MEDICINE INSTITUTE Sheila Mohammed, MD, MSPH, PhD Board Certified • 850-736-8401 4542 Alba St, Pace

A holistic, caring physician combining traditional medicine with Oriental medicine; orthopedic medicine; holistic p a i n r e h a b i l i t a t i o n . We understand the patient’s physical, mental and financial difficulties and offer focused approaches to healthcare. See ad, page 11.

NITIN BAWA, MD

Panama City: 850-534-4170 Santa Rosa Beach: 850-534-4170 Destin: 850-424-7320 • DrBawa.com General medicine with a holistic wellness approach and specialized services in bio-identical hormone therapy, weight loss, food allergies, nutritional analysis and anti-aging procedures. Most insurance accepted. See ad, page 9.

EMERALD WATERS

Mauricia Stanton, PhD, ARNP, BC 850-279-6815 1005 College Blvd W, Ste B, Niceville Dr. Stanton, a PhD in Natural Health, sees patients for all types of health concerns. Specializing in women’s care and children 12years and up. Always accepting new patients. Find on Facebook. See ad, page 10.

GULF COAST HOLISTIC PRIMARY CARE Raquel Skidmore, MD 850-640-1530 756 Harrison Ave, Panama City GulfCoastHolisticPrimaryCare.com

At GCHPC, your health comes first. A philosophy that joins holistic and conventional medical care where we treat the whole human…. mind, body and spirit.

Prescreening for Medical Marijuana. See ad, page 2.

Buddy Bowman Quantum Light Energy Coach 28 Racetrack Rd NW Inside Grace-Bowman Orthodontics 850-582-4929 • BuddyBowman.com Healing light and energy photons reduce stress and bring bodies into balance. Promotes natural healing, as the body was designed and nature intended. Inside GraceBowman Orthodontics. Painless, convenient, noninvasive, drugfree. See ad, page 20.

HYPNOSIS DEANA COOPER CHAPMAN

Hypnosis and Life Coaching CCH, CNLP 850-261-3596 Deana@deanacooperchapman.com

The mind is the most powerful gift we have. Using Hypnosis, NLP and Life Coaching you can improve, change or accept anything you truly desire. Reach your full potential. Two locations: Navarre Healing Arts & 8th Element Wellness FWB.

DESTIN HYPNOSIS

HOLISTIC MEDICINE

LIGHT FOR LIFE

Tom Mueller, CMC, CHt 850-865-0285 • DestinHypnosis.com Facebook.com/DestinHypnosis Certified hypnotherapist and master life coach. Hypnosis is powerful anytime a change in feeling, thinking or behavior is desired. My mission is your success. Call today.

MASSAGE THERAPY 8TH ELEMENT WELLNESS LLC 90 Beal Pkwy NW Ste A1, FWB 850-420-5819

Wellness spa features a variety of therapeutic massage modalities, energy therapy, chakra balancing, skincare, hypnotherapy and acupuncture with Dr. Sheryl Roe. Also available for group events, bridal massage parties, couples massage, girl’s day outings and workshops. See ad, page 4.

BLUEWATER CHIROPRACTIC WELLNESS CENTER

April Lee, DC 4400 Hwy 20 E, Niceville 850-897-1177 • BluewaterChiropractic.com Sports and rehabilitation massage therapy. Natural and holistic healthcare. Chiropractic care, lumbar decompression, physical therapies, nutritional education and supplementation. Allow the body to heal the way it was designed.

KAREN INGA

Hypnosis and Life Coaching, QHHT 850-533-3642 IngaHypnosis.com Be guided to an infinitely knowledgeable and powerful aspect of yourself through hypnosis. Ask, believe, allow and receive the healing from within that is the creative force from above. No judgments passed. Free evaluation. See ad, page 36.

BODYWORKS BY BULL THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE

60 2nd St, Ste 304, Shalimar 850-651-2286 BodyworksByBull.com

Our team specializes in all types of therapeutic massage: sports rehabilitation, active isolated stretching, neuromuscular/ orthopedic massage, myoskeletal alignment and kinesio-tex tape application to help you achieve a pain free life. See ad, page 21.

INTUITIVE ARTS TERESA BROWN

3 W Garden St, Pensacola 850-206-1853 TeresaBrown.net

SHANNON FAULK, LMT, LE

Experienced intuitive medium, public speaker, and author. Find peace, healing and renewal of energy through energetic clearing, past life regression and spiritual counseling. Consultations in person or phone. See ad, page 31.

Ocean Elements Day Spa Holistic Massage, Facial, Manicure and Pedicure 30A Gulf Place, 850-598-7945

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Holistic spa treatments include botanical peels, natural nail services, bodyworks, scrubs and wraps with chemical-free natural and organic products.

Holistic healing includes reflexology, raindrop therapy, aromatherapy, reiki, chakra balancing, tuning forks.

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IT’S ALL ABOUT YOU Denise Williams, Owner/Therapist 417 Racetrack Rd, NW, FWB 850-314-6642 • ItsAllAlboutYouSpa.com A full-service day spa dedicated to client care and wellness. Specialties are medical, pregnancy and Thai massage along with detox body treatments, anti-aging facials, Brazilian waxing and mani/pedi’s.

See ad, page 17.

RETREATS SAND, SEA AND SPIRIT RETREAT Orange Beach Alabama Sept 27-Oct 7th 337-794-0062 SandSeaAndSpirit.com SandSeaAndSpirit@gmail.com

More than “Just a Vacation”, experience holistic workshops and lectures, social events and gatherings of like-minded people.

Come for the day or come to stay, all are welcome. See ad, page 31.

SOURCE INSTITUTE OF MASSAGE THERAPY & BODYWORK 30 Beal Pkwy, FWB 850-598-3633 • Source-Institute.com

Massage therapy classes day or evening, full or parttime available. License in as little as five months .

National exam pass rate 100% for 42 months. GI Bill & MYCAA accepted. License #3720. See ad, page 32.

SCHOOLS BEACHSIDE SCHOOL OF MASSAGE AND BEAUTY 362 Beal Pkwy #201, FWB, 850-226-7874 beachsidemassageschool.com

Explore the possibilities of a new career massage therapy, skin care or nail specialty.

Now enrolling new students.

See ad, page 12.

MEDITATION THE ZEN CENTER • WAIEST QIGONG of Panama City 3901 W Hwy 390 • 850-248-8997 TheZenCenter.net • Waiest.com

A unique location offering meditation, qigong and other relaxation and stress relief disciplines, Aromatherapy and Yoga supplies, loose leaf exotic teas, herbs and Holistic products & gifts.

See ad, page 16.

CAREER INSTITUTE OF HEALTH AND ESTHETICS

1008 Airport Rd, Unit C, Destin 850-543-4919 • CareerInsituteDestin.com CareerInstituteDestin@gmail.com.

Career Institute offers a comprehensive program in nail care, skin care and massage. Enroll today!

A l so , o ff e r CES a n d student clinics for all programs. See ad, page 34.

PHYSICAL THERAPY ORTHOPEDIC SPORTS PHYSICAL THERAPY CENTER, LLC Bob Seton, PT 12671 Hwy 98 W, Ste 213, Destin 850-650-4186 • TherapyBob.com

Innovative pain treatment, different than anything you’ve tried before! Specializing in primal reflex release therapy. Find relief today from injuries, arthritis, headaches, muscle strain, postsurgical pain. See ad, page 14.

PROLOTHERAPY INDUSTRIAL MEDICINE INSTITUTE Sheila Mohammed, MD, MSPH, PhD Board Certified • 850-736-8401 4542 Alba St, Pace

SOURCE INSTITUTE OF MASSAGE THERAPY & BODYWORK 30 Beal Pkwy, FWB 850-598-3633 • Source-Institute.com

Massage therapy classes day or evening, full or part-time available. License in as little as five months. National exam pass rate 100% for 42 months. GI Bill & MYCAA accepted. License #3720. See ad, page 32.

SKIN CARE OCEANA NATURALS, LLC Michael J Russ 866-242-3776 PureSunscreen.com

Prolotherapy is the missing link in treating chronic pain by repairing traumatized ligaments throughout the body. We offer a variety of treatments, minimally invasive pain management. See ad, page 11.

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MelanSol is certified chemical-free skin care that brings hope and peace of mind to everyone who wants to enjoy a safe relationship with the sun. See ad, page 23.

www.NWFNaturally.com

RITUALS SKIN & BODY CARE

BY CHARLI Charli Williams, Med. Aesthetician 12115 Panama City Beach Pkwy 850-596-2454

Experience ultimate skin and body care by a professional.

Offering Microdermabrasion, European Facials, Peels, Lash & Brow Tinting, Waxing Body treatments and wraps by a State Board Certified professional. See ad, page 17.

SPA TREATMENTS IT’S ALL ABOUT YOU

Denise Williams, Owner/Therapist 417 Racetrack Rd NW, FWB 850-314-6642 ItsAllAlboutYouSpa.com A full-service day spa dedicated to client care and wellness.

Specialties are medical, pregnancy and Thai massage along with detox body treatments, anti-aging facials, Brazilian. See ad, page 17.

SPIRITUAL CENTERS UNITY IN FORT WALTON BEACH 1797 Hurlburt Rd, FWB 850-864-1232 • UnityInFWB.org

We w e l c o m e a l l interested in seeking an inner awareness of God. We promote love, joy and peace through our thoughts, words and deeds.

UNITY OF PANAMA CITY

1764 Lisenby Ave, Panama City 850-769-7481 PanamaCityUnity@knology.net Committed to helping people find the way to their own understanding and experience of God and offering positive, practical resources for an abundant and meaningful life.

WATER EMERALD COAST CULLIGAN

Serving Florida Panhandle from Pensacola to Panama City 888-320-5531 • EmeraldCoastCulligan.com Your complete resource for questions, concerns, water testing needs. Treating water on the Gulf Coast for more than 60 years.

Providing soft, conditioned water to the highest quality drinking water. See ad, page 15.

WELLNESS CENTER LIGHT ENERGY DANCING

348 Miracle Strip Prky #27, FWB Text 850-543-1970 LightEnergyanicing.com

New wellness center located just steps from the water. Offering Pranic Healing, yoga, Young Living essential oils, and a mediation garden. Join us for free Twin Hearts meditation on Sundays at 5:30 pm. Coming soon, on site massage therapy and acupuncture.

WEIGHT-MANAGEMENT NITIN BAWA, MD

Panama City: 850-534-4170 Santa Rosa Beach: 850-534-4170 Destin: 850-424-7320 • DrBawa.com

General medicine with a holistic wellness approach and specialized services in bio-identical hormone therapy, weight loss, food allergies, nutritional analysis and anti-aging procedures. Most insurance accepted. See ad, page 9.

INDUSTRIAL MEDICINE INSTITUTE

STANDUP PADDLEBOARD YOGA SOUL SHINE SUP YOGA

Sheila Mohammed, MD, MSPH, PhD Board Certified • 850-736-8401 4542 Alba St, Pace

Providing a holistic approach to weight loss by combining Eastern and Western Medicine to achieve a balanced program. We understand the physical, mental and financial difficulties of patients and offer focused approaches to healthcare.

See ad, page 11.

YOGA STUDIOS

239-560-6667 • Shanda Beste 30APaddleboardYoga.com InnerChiWellness.com

Beginner’s welcome. Learn how to paddle, enjoy the benefits of yoga, and experience sun-kissed bliss. Weekly classes, private lessons, parties, retreats. Fun, sun, fitness and adventure. Let your soul shine. See ad, page 5.

SUNSHINE YOGA

DRAGONFLY YOGA STUDIES

211-E Main St, Destin 850-687-8603 • SunshineYogaStudio.com

Downtown FWB 850-244-0184 • (MM16502) DragonFlyYoga.com

Serene environment for the study and practice of hatha yoga.

Certified instructors. Owner/ Director Laura Tryee, E-RYT 500.

See ad, page 32.

This cozy yoga studio located in the heart of Destin offers a variety of classes to suit the whole family.

Owner/Instructor Kim Mosby, RYT 200. See ad, page 21.

YOGAJUNKIE STUDIO

850-279-6980 1157 John Sims Parkway, Niceville YogaJunkieStudio.com

Yoga, HOT yoga, Warm yoga and Prenatal yoga- Gentle, beginners, Pilates, Hatha and Flow. Kristy Souto and Teri Harnett owners previously at Barefoot Yoga. See ad, page 17.

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