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Toning the Vagus Nerve Relief for Pain, Anxiety and Inflammation

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letter from publisher

HEALTHY LIVING HEALTHY PLANET

If you haven’t heard of “forest bathing”—the Japanese

concept that we can improve our health by spending some quiet time in nature—you’ll find our feature article on the subject (page 36) fascinating and encouraging. Fascinating because there is clinical evidence that regularly relaxing in a park or under a tree, just watching and listening to the sights and sounds around us, can actually lower blood pressure and cholesterol, ease stress and even reduce the risk of death from type 2 diabetes. Encouraging because in addition to our beautiful beaches (our most famous relaxation spots), Northwest Florida is also blessed with an abundance Scott & Daralyn Chase of green spaces and parks. Lucky us: No matter where we live on the Emerald Coast, free therapy is right in our backyard.

As an avid gardener, I also find it therapeutic to grow my own food—to till the soil, plant the seeds, care for the crop, wait patiently for it to grow and mature, and then eat it. What a satisfying reward! So I was glad to see agriculture take center stage in this month’s issue of Natural Awakenings, with fresh perspectives on where and how we produce our food these days, and why it matters.

In “Crops in the City: Urban Agriculture Breaks New Ground” (page 24), writer April Thompson profiles some pioneers who are practicing organic city farming on a commercial scale. They have found their niche on rooftops, in vertical tower gardens and in abandoned warehouses in former food deserts, reconnecting urbanites to their food sources while improving the environment, communities, diets and health.

Meanwhile, budding backyard growers are getting a boost from the small army of experts planted in nearly every county in the nation, courtesy of the U.S. Department of Agriculture. “Help for Home Gardeners: Extension Agents at Your Service” (page 28) details the many resources they provide. Those include low- or no-cost soil testing, the latest research, handbooks on a variety of local gardening topics, and workshops on everything from making rain barrels to implementing eco-friendly pest control.

Herbs are an especially easy crop for the novice gardener to grow. And because most herbs love hot weather, July is an ideal time to plant them in an outdoor pot or plot. Whether or not you grow your own, take advantage of the summer bounty by adding fresh, organic herbs to salads, smoothies and other hot-weather eats and treats. They add depth of flavor to any meal, and they also have numerous health benefits, including lowering blood pressure, improving mineral balance, boosting immunity, increasing hydration and energy, and supporting skin health. Discover the best herbs to choose this time of year in “Summer Eating: The Herbal Connection” (page 34).

July is a time to appreciate the gifts that we’ve been given, from the natural wonders that surround us to the freedoms generations of brave Americans have won. Let’s protect those gifts and honor the givers.

Happy Fourth!

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Contents 24 CROPS IN THE CITY

Urban Agriculture Breaks New Ground

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28 HELP FOR

HOME GARDENERS Extension Agents at Your Service

30 ALICE ROBB ON THE

Transformative Power of Dreams

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32 TONING THE VAGUS NERVE

Relief for Pain, Anxiety and Inflammation

34 SUMMER EATING The Herbal Connection

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36 FOREST BATHING

Mother Nature’s Rx for Body and Mind

38 BEYOND ANTIBIOTICS

Pets Can Heal With Natural Approaches

DEPARTMENTS 14 news briefs 18 health briefs 20 global briefs 28 green living 30 wise words 32 healing ways 34 conscious

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36 fit body 38 natural pet 41 calendar 45 classifieds 46 resource guide

Natural Awakenings is a family of more than 70 healthy living magazines celebrating 25 years of providing the communities we serve with the tools and resources we all need to lead healthier lives on a healthy planet.

Is Homebirth Right for You? F R EE CO N S ULTATI O N

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news briefs

New Book Inspires Optimism Through Dyslexia and Hardship

Happy Spot Studioes Hosts ‘Summer Breeze’ Art Show

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mbitious: One Man’s Journey to Conquer the Darkness of Dyslexia is a new autobiography that chronicles the life of a man who overcame learning disabilities and other major challenges to become a highly respected and successful adult. In the book, author Alex Thomas, who goes by Likewise, demonstrates how instead of giving up, he found creative solutions to grow and succeed when faced by numerous obstacles.

“It was my desire to share these experiences with others in hopes that I could help them realize their potential, no matter what challenges they face,” Likewise says.

Raised in North Carolina as one of 16 children born into a poor but loving family, he struggled with dyslexia and many challenges that life threw his way. In addition to inspiring stories of resiliency and optimism, Ambitious offers specific strategies for coping with learning disabilities, bullies and fear.

Today Likewise is a model and performer in Pensacola. He has owned his own dance studio, competed in body building competitions, graduated from Culinary Arts training and enjoys entertaining in nursing homes. However, Likewise says, “It’s not what I accomplished in life but who I have become that is the true triumph.”

issiLou Worcester, whose paintings and jewelry are designed to inspire and heal, will present Summer Breeze, a free art show, from 6 to 9 p.m., July 20, in the Oceans Ballroom in SpringHill Suites by Marriott Navarre Beach. In addition to showcasing her own work, including a newly published coffee table book, the show will feature live music by guitarist Jesse Hatch, henna tattoo artist Debra Lynn, sound healing composer Tammy Sorenson Psalmist, door prizes and a cash wine bar.

With such shows as her storefront, Worcester hopes to build a local arts movement that provides “an atmosphere of passionate inspiration that unlocks the heart to explore the rivers of hope and love, and to give a lingering feeling that nothing is impossible.”

She moved from Dallas to Navarre last year to launch this movement through her business, Happy Spot Studios. “It was just that time to jump ship and leave everything to go into a foreign area where I knew absolutely no one. Your heart must obey that hidden adventurer,” she says. “I felt a calling to this area and knew many new things would be birthed here out of my vision to connect with a community with the same hunger to experience new creative activities. My love for the arts, entertainment and culture comes with a mission to see lives changed, leaving drops of hope and inspiration, and yet a powerhouse of bold faith. Art is and has been the floorboard to release recovery, exploring and many mysteries.”

Ambitious is available from Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books-AMillion and Wal-Mart. For more information, visit LikewiseOriginal.com.

Location: 8375 Golf Blvd., Navarre, FL. For more information, text 850-860-4507 or visit ArtCravings.com. See ad, page 16.

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WUWF’s nightly Jazz programming features a variety of styles, from the timeless sound of

Count Basie and Duke Ellington to a variety of modern sounds, including a healthy dose of new releases. From the WUWF record library, Wednesday and Thursday nights Jazz with host Dale Riegle features classic and modern recordings from CD, vinyl and live performance recordings.

Learn more and find the full list of WUWF programs at wuwf.org/programs.

Weeknights 9 PM

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Weekends 8-10 PM

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CRYO850 Brings Cryotherapy to Emerald Coast

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hole-body cryotherapy—a three-minute treatment that’s become popular for rejuvenating the body and relieving symptoms like inflammation and chronic pain—is now available on the Emerald Coast at CRYO850, in Destin. The cryotherapy center features The Emerald Coast Igloo, which uses nitrogen-free refrigeration technology to provide safe, head-to-toe cold exposure.

“Cryotherapy was originally designed to treat arthritis, but we’ve learned that it also helps manage inflammation in achy joints and sore muscles,” says Amy Milligan, general manager of CRYO850. “Athletes also use it in place of a traditional ice bath for a more efficient method of recovery, to push performance to a higher level.” She says research also shows positive psychological effects, including stress reduction, enhanced mental focus, better sleep, and management of mood disorders such as anxiety and depression.

In addition to whole-body cryotherapy, CRYO850 offers myriad drug-free services including localized cryotherapy, red light therapy, compression therapy, Pagani Recovery, vibration plates and a 3D body composition scanner.

“All our services are available individually and in discounted packages, with the deepest discounts reserved for CryoClub memberships,” Milligan says. “And for anyone interested in aesthetic services, we also offer the new Pagani Italian Body Contouring System, which uses thermal imaging to eliminate excess fat, reduce cellulite and rejuvenate aging skin.”

Gut health is the key to overall health. ~Kris Carr

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Neuromuscular Therapy, Structural Integration, and Deep Tissue Rehabilitation

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Panacea Naturopathic Opens in Fort Walton Beach

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anacea Naturopathic, a collaborative group of six naturopathic doctors, three licensed massage therapists and one registered dietitian, recently opened in Fort Walton Beach. It offers massage therapy and nutrition services, as well as naturopathic consultations in person and in 26 states through a secure tele-health platform.

“Naturopathic medicine is a distinct form of primary care that focuses on the prevention and treatment of disease utilizing the least invasive, most natural methods available,” says founder and clinic director Miranda Huepers, ND. “Legitimate naturopathic doctors, or NDs, attend in-residence, nationally accredited four-year graduate-level naturopathic medical schools and are educated in all the same basic sciences as a medical doctor, or MD, but also study holistic and nontoxic approaches to therapy, with a strong emphasis on disease prevention and optimizing wellness.” In addition to a standard medical curriculum, a naturopathic doctor also studies clinical nutrition, homeopathic medicine, botanical medicine, Miranda Huepers psychology and counseling.

Huepers says a family history of cancer fed her passion for oncology. “My great-grandmother, grandmother, mother and brother were all diagnosed with various forms of cancer. Then when I was 17, I had my own run-in with cancer. Fortunately, my mother, my brother and I were able to overcome our diagnoses through a combination of conventional and alternative therapies.”

She attended an allopathic medical school before switching to naturopathic medicine, because she didn’t like the “perpetual cycle” of prescribing medications to mask symptoms without addressing their root cause.

“By using protocols that minimize the risk of harm, NDs facilitate the body’s inherent ability to restore and maintain optimal health,” she says.

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SW, Ste. 23, Fort Walton Beach, FL. For more information, call 850-226-2105 or email MirandaHuepers@PanaceaNaturopathic.com

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Homebirth Midwives Now Serving Florida’s Panhandle

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argo Dandreano and Kizie Tosi have partnered to form Practical Midwifery, a home birth team serving the Emerald Coast from Pensacola to Panama City.

Kizie Tosi They will host a Meet the Midwives event at 7 p.m. on August 26, at Growing Green Families, in Valparaiso.

Dandreano, a certified professional Margo Dandreano midwife, is trained and licensed in Florida specific to out-of-hospital birth. Tosi, a certified nurse midwife and advance practice registered nurse, has medical training that enables her to care for clients from before conception through pregnancy, delivery and beyond.

The midwife model of care is extremely common in the United Kingdom and many other developed countries, and it can provide another valid and safe home birth option for families along the Emerald Coast, Dandreano says.

“We can provide comprehensive prenatal, birth and postpartum care for healthy, low-risk families, whether or not this is their first baby,” she says. “We are trained in water birth as well as vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC), which is a legal option in Florida for out-of-hospital births. To see if you are a good candidate for home birth, call us to set up a free consultation.”

For more information or to schedule a consultation, call 850-859-4100 or visit PanhandleMidwife.com.

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Happy Spot Studios presents “Summer Breeze” Join us for “Summer Breeze” a new and fresh art show experience featuring live music, a henna tattoo artist Psalmist sound healing composer and more, door prizes, cash wine bar and great company.

Featuring the impressive Artwork

by Missilou Marriott Navarre Beach

July 20 6PM to 9PM SPRINGHILL SUITES 8375 Golf Blvd. Navarre Inside the Oceans Ballroom

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Debra Lynn studios freestyle henna tattoo artist.

Sounds by Local Fresh Brew, live guitar played by Jesse Hatch.

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Happy Spot Studios intention is to create an atmosphere of passionate inspiration that unlocks the heart to explore the rivers of hope, love and to give a lingering feeling that nothing is impossible!

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Tammy Sorenson Psalmist, creates music to holistically infused frequencies

Contact artist and event planner

Missilou Worcester

850-860-4507 Missilou777@gmail.com

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Performance & Recovery

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In further confirmation of the importance of the gut-brain axis, 18 Italian students at the University of Verona from ages 18 to 33 that took a freezedried mixture of four probiotics for six weeks experienced less depression, anger and fatigue compared to a control group of 15 that consumed a placebo. The positive effects continued, as discovered in follow-up testing three weeks later. The probiotics group also slept better.

The probiotic bacteria blend of 4 billion colonyforming units included Lactobacillus fermentum, Lactobacillus rhamnosus, Lactobacillus plantarum and Bifidobacterium longum.

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Seniors that ate more than 10 grams—about two teaspoons—of nuts a day were able to ward off normal cognitive decline and even improve their cognitive functions by up to 60 percent, according to University of South Australia researchers. The study was based on 22 years of records of 4,822 Chinese adults ages 55 and older; 17 percent of them ate nuts every day, most often peanuts. These seniors had as much as 60 percent improved cognitive function compared to those that didn’t eat nuts, and they showed better thinking, reasoning and memory. “Nuts are known to be high in healthy fats, protein and fiber with nutritional properties that can lower cholesterol and improve cognitive health,” says study author Ming Li.

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With the aid of a new infrared camera technology called optical coherence tomography angiography (OCTA), early Alzheimer’s disease can be detected by checking the back of the eyes for weakened and decreased blood vessels, reports a new study. Northwestern Medicine researchers reached the conclusion by comparing the vessels in the eyes of 32 people that exhibited the forgetfulness typical of early-stage Alzheimer’s with those of another 32 people with normal cognitive

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Eat Mostly Plants to Ease Gum Inflammation The inflamed gum condition known as gingivitis is fairly common and often mild, but can be a precursor of more serious periodontal disease linked to Alzheimer’s and rheumatoid arthritis. German researchers at the University of Freiburg tested 30 people: half in a control group that did not change their diet, and half that switched to a diet low in meat and processed carbohydrates and rich in omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin C, vitamin D, antioxidants, plant nitrates and fiber. After four weeks, those on the plant-based diet had significantly less gum inflammation and bleeding. They also lost weight and had higher vitamin D levels.

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Try Cordyceps to Strengthen the Lungs People suffering from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), which includes emphysema and chronic bronchitis, can breathe easier by taking the Chinese medicinal fungus Cordyceps sinensis, a new meta-analysis shows. Researchers at the Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine conducted a review of 15 high-quality studies that involved 1,238 COPD patients and found that cordyceps significantly improved lung function, exercise endurance and quality of life with no report of any serious adverse effects. Cordyceps, which is said to relax and open the airways, has long been used in Traditional Chinese Medicine as an anti-asthmatic, expectorant and cough suppressant.

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Cannabis is enjoying a renaissance of sorts, and one new application for hemp, the no-buzz industrial variety used in fabrics, oils and foods, is cleaning nuclear radiation from toxic soil and removing metals like cadmium, lead, mercury and other pollutants via phytoremediation.

Allison Beckett, a cultivation expert at Marijuana.com, says, “Industrial hemp has been used in areas of high radiation, such as Fukushima, [in Japan,] with promising results. Not only does hemp pull toxic, heavy metals from the soil, it actually improves soil structure, making it usable as productive farmland again.

Plus, hemp is a vigorous plant that absorbs CO2 rapidly, making it an encouraging solution to climate change.” Hemp phytoremediation has been used in Italy to clean up the small town of Taranto, where a steel plant has been leaking dioxin into the air and soil. The Pennsylvania Industrial Hemp Council and Lehigh University, in Bethlehem, are running a project to test the process in an arsenic-contaminated area in Upper Saucon Township that once harbored a zinc mine.

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Ireland Declares Climate Emergency

The Republic of Ireland is the third country worldwide to declare a climate emergency, with both the government and opposition parties agreeing to an amendment to a climate action report. “We’re reaching a tipping point in respect of climate deterioration,” says Climate Action Minister Richard Bruton. “Things will deteriorate very rapidly unless we move very swiftly, and the window of opportunity to do that is fast closing.” The UK governments of Wales and Scotland have also declared climate emergencies. Suggested responses include limiting oil and gas exploration, and issuing an additional biodiversity emergency measure.

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The 2019 Environmental Working Group’s (EWG) Shopper’s Guide to Pesticides in Produce (Tinyurl.com/ DirtyDozen-Clean15List) highlights increased pesticide use on up to 70 percent of conventionally grown U.S. produce. Several different types of pesticide, insecticide and fungicide residues are present on many fruits and vegetables. The Dirty Dozen list includes strawberries, spinach, kale, nectarines, apples, grapes, peaches, cherries, pears, tomatoes, celery and potatoes. The clean 15 list includes avocados, sweet corn, pineapples, frozen sweet peas, onions, papayas, eggplant, asparagus, kiwi, cabbage, cauliflower, cantaloupes, broccoli, mushrooms and honeydew melon. The EWG advises that eating organic produce, especially for pregnant and nursing mothers and young children, should be a national priority.

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The world’s oceans may be getting bluer, thanks to climate change. The effect is more likely to be detected by satellites than Earthbound people, and is caused by the depletion of marine phytoplankton as seawater warms. A new study from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology published in the journal Nature Communications predicts that more than 50 percent of the oceans’ collective 140 million square miles of surface area will likely be affected by 2100. Marine ecologist and leader of the study Stephanie Dutkiewicz says, “These microscopic organisms live in the water and are the base of the marine food chain. If there are less of them in it, the water will be slightly bluer.” Phytoplankton serves as a food source for small sea creatures that are eaten by fish, squid and shellfish. If phytoplankton populations dip too low, vital fisheries in certain areas could be decimated.

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Wendy Coleman, founder of LA Urban Farms, works with chefs, resorts, hotels, universities and corporate clients to set up aeroponic tower gardens, such as these kale and lettuce crops.

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he average American meal travels 1,500 miles to reach its plate, according to the nonprofit Center for Urban Education About Sustainable Agriculture. Yet, enterprising green thumbs across the country are bringing the farm back to plate’s reach, growing hyperlocal food in backyards, on rooftops, through indoor farms and more. City farming reconnects urbanites to their food sources while bettering the environment, communities, diets and health.

Urban agriculture, harkening back to the Victory Gardens planted to ward off food shortages during World War I and II, is nothing new. While today’s home gardeners have staked out balconies, window boxes and vacant lots in this locavore resurgence, noteworthy pioneers are 24

forging a path to organic urban agriculture on a commercial scale—tapping into new technologies and markets, and turning challenges like dealing with space constraints into fresh opportunities.

A View From the Roofs Take Niraj Ray, whose company Cultivate the City is working to transform urban food deserts in the nation’s capital into thriving local food systems. “We want to get more people interested in growing their own food and show them how they can grow more with less square footage through vertical gardens and sustainable techniques like [soil-less] hydroponic systems,” says Ray.

Cultivate the City manages numerous gardens for clients around Washington, D.C.,

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peppers for the company’s hot sauce and stacking cubes of an albino strawberry variety that Ray crossbred himself. “There are so many ways to contribute to urban farming, from aquaponics to vermicomposting; it’s about finding your niche,” he says.

Growing Up With Vertical Farming By 2050, it’s estimated that 9 billion people will be living on the planet—7 billion in cities. “City planners need innovative solutions like vertical farming to feed the growing population. We can grow at scale, with minimum space and environmental impact,” says Wendy Coleman, who began her California-based business LA Urban Farms in 2013. Today, Coleman’s team works with chefs, resorts, hotels, universities, greenhouses and corporate clients like Google and Ikea to set up aeroponic tower gardens across the U.S. and Europe.

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from elementary school gardens where kids learn to grow, cook and eat nutritious food to corporate gardens inside a new office building for lender Fannie Mae’s employee café.

One of its crown jewels is a 6,500-square-foot rooftop garden on the Nationals Park baseball stadium, where edible flowers end up in cocktails and organic produce feeds fine diners and VIP ticket holders.

Ray grew his business organically, fueled by passion and curiosity, rather than any horticultural background. “I grew up in NYC, where I had nothing to grow on. When I moved to Florida for grad school, I had a huge backyard to play around with,” says Ray.

Like many other urban farms, Cultivate the City offers a seasonal farm subscription known as a community supported agriculture (CSA) program that allows city dwellers to buy directly from local producers. Ray’s rooftop greenhouse, located on top of a local hardware store that sells his edible plants at retail, offers all the fixings for a healthy, diverse diet: hydroponic towers of leafy greens, trays of microgreens for corporate clients, specialty varieties of hot

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With aeroponics, nutrient-enriched water is pumped through a garden tower to shower the roots of plants suspended in air. “It actually uses 90 percent less water than conventional growing, which is a huge benefit in a place like California, and avoids any kind of agricultural runoff,” says Coleman. In conjunction with urban farming partners, the business churns out 30,000 seedlings a month using aeroponic technology to grow for their diverse client base and working with chefs to plan seasonal menus around their produce.

Aeroponics and other innovative farm technologies are transforming spaces in cities across the U.S., reclaiming peripheral and idle spaces like alleys and warehouses to grow herbs and vegetables in abundance, using 90 percent less land by growing vertically, notes Coleman.

“With our gardens, diners can see their food growing at their table; they get such a personal connection with their food. It’s an interactive way for hotels and restaurants to demonstrate their commitment to local, sustainable food,” she says.

Breaking into Hives: City Beekeepers “I had a backyard garden that wasn’t doing so well, and I thought it was the lack of pollinators, so I got bees; but then I realized I was just a bad gardener,” quips master beekeeper John Coldwell, of Fort Lauderdale.

Since this humble beginning in 2012

with a few backyard hives, Coldwell and his wife Teresa have been leading a movement to repurpose public land for “microapiaries” and provide apiary education for youth and adults throughout South Florida. Through their entity The Urban Beekeepers, the Coldwells offer beekeeping classes, consult with local governments, sell equipment and rescue “feral hives” to integrate into managed hives. They’ve worked successfully with parks, airports, golf clubs and country clubs to put honeybee habitats on site.

Urban beekeeping works in synergy with city farms, as honeybees forage up to five miles for food, and in so doing pollinate a lot of crops. Seventy of the top 100 human food crops are pollinated by bees, according to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations. “We often hear people say their garden is doing better than it has in years, thanks to the apiaries nearby,” says John Coldwell.

The challenges of growing at scale are a recurrent theme among urban farmers. Ian Marvy, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) outreach specialist for the greater New York City area, ran his own urban farm, grossing six figures for 14 years. However, Marvy says most farmers growing in the city aren’t operating at a profitable scale or producing enough for everyone to eat local.

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or those interested in trying home growing or supporting metro area farmers, here are some resources for eating food grown in and around your zip code.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Urban Agriculture Toolkit walks prospective city farmers through all of the necessary steps to planning a successful urban agriculture operation, from soil testing to accessing financing. Tinyurl.com/UrbanAgriculturalToolkit.

UrbanFarming.org features a clickable map of community gardens in the U.S. and beyond where neighbors can connect and grow together.

The FairShare CSA Coalition’s site (CSACoalition.org) offers an interactive Farm Search tool to find community supported agriculture (CSA) programs where city dwellers can subscribe to local farms and receive a share of the seasonal bounty.

The American Community Garden Association (CommunityGarden.org) provides resources for finding, starting and managing community gardens.

Local Harvest (LocalHarvest.org) has a searchable national directory of farmers’ markets, farms, CSAs and more.

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hose that have never nurtured more than a houseplant shouldn’t be intimidated, says Wendy Coleman, founder of LA Urban Farms. “Growing food is easy and doesn’t require any special background,” says Coleman, who was green to growing when she started her business six years ago.

When growing commercially, find a niche, says Niraj Ray, of Cultivate the City. The company grows plants of ethnic or cultural significance to appeal to Asian, African and Latino populations, from the nutrition-packed moringa to okra, a staple of both Indian and African cooking, given it is a growing market for immigrant populations not served by most traditional garden centers.

Seek natural allies like sustainability-minded chefs to bolster an urban ag business. The farm-to-fork chef ’s movement has been a boon for beekeepers and farmers, with chefs acting as patrons of the farms, according to beekeeping expert Teresa Coldwell. Sette Bello Ristorante, an Italian restaurant in Fort Lauderdale, funds vertical gardens at a community garden where the Coldwells have hives so its chef can have pure organic food like squash blossoms pollinated by local bees.

Urban farming has its pleasures and rewards, but can also bring hardships.

Ray struggles with employee turnover when newbie farmers face the realities of working in the heat and rain, even from a sleek, trendy, rooftop garden.

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Grow Ohio Valley also works to reach the “last-mile customers” that lack access to high-quality affordable produce via a mobile farmers’ market that goes to housing projects, senior communities and schools six days a week.

Their latest project, the Public Market, is a retail location on Wheeling’s Main Street that will serve as a year-round farmers’ market. The organization is also building alliances between local farmers and healthcare providers through a project called The Farmacy. A partnership with a local free clinic, it targets people suffering from diabetes and other diseases linked to poor diets with a doctor’s prescription for organic produce offered free through the organization’s CSA.

These urban agriculture pioneers are helping to not only grow food, but community, and are nurturing renewed connections to the Earth. City growing has so many benefits: decreasing packaging, costs and food miles traveled, making it easier to eat organic seasonal food and a more diverse diet. “The connection people feel when they plant seed and get to harvest the mature plant is transformative. Growing food is something we can all do to make a difference, for our health and the environment,” says Coleman.

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Greenmarket, founded in 1976, operates more than 50 farmers’ markets, limited to vendors that grow within a 200-mile radius, some of whom take home five figures on a good day, says Marvy. Interest in growing at the community level has also mushroomed, adds Marvy, who estimates that 90 percent of the city’s more than 500 school gardens weren’t there 15 years ago when he started this work. “The USDA has a huge opportunity here and nationally to make cities more sustainable and feed more people. I’m really excited and committed to that,” he says.

While urban agriculture efforts are sometimes criticized for catering to upper income residents that can afford to pay top dollar for specialty items like microgreens, many businesses and organizations are working on multiple fronts, with lucrative specialty crops helping to subsidize programs serving families lacking access to healthy affordable food.

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“This part of the Appalachian Rustbelt has lost much of its population, jobs and economic base over the last generation.

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However, many of these are actually pollinators that help boost production of fruits and vegetables; others are beneficial insects that keep the real plant-killers at bay. A quick call to the local cooperative extension service can help sort out friend from foe— and that’s just the beginning of what this valuable, underutilized resource can offer.

Each year, millions in federal taxpayer dollars help fund county agricultural extension programs administered through the 108 colleges and universities that comprise the nation’s land grant university system. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), which supplies the money, also helps fund science-based research meant to reach not only farmers, but home gardeners seeking advice on best practices.

The USDA is trying to do a better job of raising public awareness of assistance that’s readily available, free of charge, especially now that it’s getting more funding.

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provided increases for many of our programs, including the organic agriculture research and extension initiative program for which we received significant funding,” says Mathieu Ngouajio, program leader for the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture.

The USDA is eager to see the connections their constituents are making with the research. “We want to identify the needs of organic gardeners, and the best way to meet those needs to get our research into their hands,” Ngouajio says.

County extension agents are on the front lines of this effort, offering low- or no-cost soil testing, handbooks on a variety of local gardening topics and workshops on everything from making rain barrels and creating rain gardens to implementing eco-friendly pest control, cultivating native plants and employing best practices for organic gardening. Master gardeners that volunteer their expertise are central to supporting extension outreach activities.

“We would love more business from the public,” says Weston Miller, an associate professor with Oregon State University’s extension service. “The public service of

the master gardener program is to answer organic pest control, Miller says. “In terms The good news is that the questions,” including what and when to of gardening, there are certified organic 2018 Farm Bill provided plant and how much irrigation is required. products you can use and still be organic.” increases for many of our

In Oregon, there are 3,500 master One thing to look for on a label is the seal programs, including an gardeners, with 650 volunteers in Portland of the Organic Materials Review Institute, alone. “We train master gardeners in how organic program for which we which indicates the product is suitable for to use our resources and interpret the received significant funding. organic gardening. research to the public,” Miller says.

However, there aren’t many good ~Mathieu Ngouajio

“There are trained volunteers in pretty options for weed management, he adds. much every county in the country ready “You have to do weeding by hand or use an and willing to answer any gardening question,” Miller says. For herbicide that isn’t organic.” example, a new organic gardener might not know the correct soil

Another issue that extension programs can help with is makamendments to use or how to start a composting pile to suppleing sure organic gardeners receive only scientifically researched ment the soil in an organic garden. information, says Nicole Pinson, an urban horticulture agent with

There is also a nationwide network called Ask the Expert the Hillsborough County Extension Service, in Tampa, Florida.

(USDA.gov/ask-expert) and questions will automatically go to an

“Gardening information is available on websites and on soextension staff person or master gardener in the area where the cial media. Some information that pops up is not research-based, inquiring gardener lives. or they are selling a product and are not unbiased,” Pinson says.

“We generally stick to recommendations we have been able to vet Reducing Confusion through research. When we make a recommendation, we give Many of those getting into organic gardening might feel confused folks all of the options of what they can do.” as to what connotes organic, Miller says. “Organic gardening is

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Her recent book always been fascinated Why We Dream: The Knowing you are by my regular dreams, Transformative Power lying in bed, but also which have been of Our Nightly Journey, feeling, physically, that vivid, and have often which blossomed from you are in another place, wondered what was a trip to Peru, posits a going on in my brain new way to look at our is very powerful. to produce them—esdreams including how pecially when I felt ~Alice Robb to recall and even influthey were affecting my ence them, and how doing so benefits us moods or my daily life. when awake. Rich with recent studies and evoking famous artists, thinkers and othHow is lucid dreaming different ers over centuries, she traces the intricate than normal dreaming? links between dreaming and creativity, and offers tips on how we can relish the intense In lucid dreams, you are aware that you adventure of lucid dreaming. are dreaming. A lot of people will be in

Robb was a staff writer for The New a nightmare; it’s really scary, and you say Republic and has also written for New York to yourself, “This can’t be real, this must Magazine, The Atlantic, Elle, The Washbe a dream,” and then maybe you can get ington Post, the BBC and British Vogue. A yourself out of it. You can train yourself to graduate of Oxford with Bachelor of Arts prolong those lucid moments. Some people degrees in both Archaeology and Anthrodo it naturally while others can do different pology, she resides in Brooklyn, New York. meditation exercises to learn to gain awareness within their dreams.

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The superpower of this doublebranched cranial nerve lies in transporting major neurotransmitters along what is known as the brain-gut axis. “The vagus nerve stems from the brain to the abdomen like a communication superhighway

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When it comes to the vagus nerve, anxiety is physical. Post-traumatic stress is rooted in neurobiology and experienced in the body, not just the mind, says Arielle Schwartz, Ph.D., a Boulder, Colorado-based clinical psychologist and author of The Complex PTSD Workbook: A Mind-Body Approach to Regaining Emotional Control and Becoming Whole. “This is why you can’t simply think or talk your way out of your trauma reactions.”

According to Schwartz, “Disruptions in the gut flora, which often occur with overuse of antibiotics, can have a significant impact on mental health. An imbalance in the gut can lead to an inflammatory response in the immune system and a wide range of disruptive symptoms.”

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There is also a handheld, non-invasive VNS option called gammaCore, a U.S. Food and Drug Administration-approved device that offers hope for sufferers of cluster and migraine headaches. Its effectiveness for chronic pain management, as well as in cases of epilepsy and depression, was published in the Neuromodulation Journal in 2015.

PTSD researcher Imanuel Lerman, M.D., and his colleagues with the Veterans Affairs San Diego Healthcare System, found that VNS affects areas of the brain responsible for processing emotional pain.

The findings, published in the journal PLOS ONE earlier this year, also show that VNS delays the brain’s response to pain signals in individuals with PTSD.

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resides in the enteric nervous system, which governs the function of the gastrointestinal tract. “The brain-gut axis is becoming increasingly important as a therapeutic target for psychiatric and GI disorders,” she says.

Daniel J. Siegel, M.D., clinical professor of psychiatry at the UCLA School of Medicine and founding co-director of UCLA’s Mindful Awareness Research Center, explains the trauma loop. “Developmental trauma impairs the integrative circuits of the brain and nervous system—the prefrontal cortex. When this happens, the brain will be hyperalert, interpreting some non-threatening situations as threatening.

“Learning to be aware of our internal state and learning calming techniques helps to regulate the autonomic nervous system and can go a long way,” says Siegel.

“High ventral vagal tone means having a state of calm.”

Vagus Power Everyone can benefit from increased vagal tone, which goes hand-in-hand with engaging the parasympathetic nervous system for optimum equilibrium at the cellular level.

Acupuncture, chiropractic—with a focus on the cranial nerves—massage, meditation, singing, laughing loudly, chanting mantras, gentle yoga and exercise, positive social interactions, belly breathing and chanting all make the vagus nerve a happy camper.

These activities promote relaxation and help to decrease inflammation. “As a certified yoga instructor, I can attest to a wide range of natural vagus nerve stimulation techniques, especially using the breath,” says Schwartz. “Diaphragmatic breathing creates a gentle massage across your digestive organs, releases the diaphragm and stimulates nerve fibers within the lungs. Heart rate is reduced.”

Brief exposure to cold water or cold air improves vagal tone and is a good option when anxiety is high. Eating cold-water fish like wild salmon or other foods high in omega-3 fatty acids such as walnuts, seaweed, hemp, flax or chia seeds provides vagal nourishment.

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ummer is an ideal time to add a healthy dose of fresh, organic herbs to make cool salads, luscious smoothies and other hot-weather eats and treats. Herbs are not only a flavorful addition to any meal, they are also chock-full of health benefits, from lowering blood pressure and improving mineral balance to increasing immune support, hydration, energy and healthy skin.

Most people consider using herbs in small amounts as seasonings for recipes such as spaghetti sauce, soups or desserts. However, they are edible plants, just like kale and spinach.

Although they tend to have strong flavors when dried, fresh herbs are usually quite mild and can be eaten in large amounts like any other vegetable.

Cool Benefits “Summertime herbs are important for dealing with the heat and humidity that the season brings,” says Nathaniel Whitmore, a Chinese medicine herbalist and shiatsu massage practitioner in Milford, Pennsylvania. An herb that he recommends for this time of year is American ginseng, which, unlike its Chinese namesake, is considered a “cooling” herb and helps keep the body moist.

When combined with fresh chrysanthemum flowers, the result is a powerful elixir that both hydrates and energizes. “A piece of American ginseng root and a few chrysanthemums placed in a jar of water and set on a windowsill for a few days makes a great cold infusion,” says Whitmore. “You can store it in the fridge for a few days and drink it in small amounts at a time to benefit from its energizing and hydrating properties.”

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Soft-stemmed herbs such as parsley and dill can be used in large amounts in salads and summer sandwiches. Other heat-tolerant herbs that are easy to grow include lemon balm, rosemary, lavender, mint and basil.

“Lemon balm is great for headaches and insomnia that are common during summer heat waves,” says Michelle Schoffro Cook, Ph.D., an herbalist and doctor of natural medicine, in Ontario, Canada. “Basil can help reduce summer achiness, while lavender serves as a relaxant and an excellent bug repellant.”

In addition to relieving headaches and restlessness, lemon balm is also beneficial for those that suffer from high blood pressure.

A study in the Journal of Herbal Medicine reports that it is helpful in reducing blood pressure in patients with chronic stable angina.

Rosemary, another herb used for sleep disorders, was found to also help improve memory and decrease anxiety in a study conducted in Iran at the Kerman University of Medical Sciences.

One study in 2009 by researchers in the Department of Biochemistry at the University of Allahbad, in India, revealed that polyphenols found in herbs and plants harbor antioxidant properties that can help reduce the risk of developing cancer, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, osteoporosis and neurodegenerative disorders.

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Fresh Is Best While herbs can be used in their extracted and dried forms, the most significant health benefits are often found in the raw, organic plant. “Fresh is better,” says Whitmore. “This is especially true when it comes to the more aromatic plants such as basil and lavender. A lot of the more volatile constituents are lost during the drying process.”

Most herbs grow best in dry garden areas that receive at least eight hours of sun each day. Although some herbs can grow in partially shaded locations, they won’t be as flavorful. Many herbs can also be grown in containers or pots.

Maria Noël Groves, a clinical herbalist in Allenstown, New Hampshire, and author of Grow Your Own Herbal Remedies: How to Create a Customized Herb Garden to Support Your Health & Well-Being, lists lemon balm, Korean mint, anise hyssop and purple basil as among her favorite summer culinary and beverage herbs that are easy to grow in pots. These make easy pickings for wraps, salads, sandwiches and more. “Lemon balm can also be used to make infused water,” says Groves. “With lemon verbena, lemon grass or holy basil, the result is refreshing and calming.”

Just take a few sprigs and place them in either plain or seltzer water. The result is a delicately flavored beverage that’s also healthy and hydrating.

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Herbal Chill-Outs Lemon Balm Vinegar This infusion can be used in place of plain vinegar in summer salad dressings. According to the Journal of Medicine, lemon balm is helpful in lowering blood pressure and cholesterol. Combining it with apple cider vinegar adds extra health benefits to the mix, including digestion enhancement, detoxing and inflammation reduction.

2-3 cups fresh lemon balm, washed 1 qt apple cider vinegar Add coarsely chopped lemon balm leaves and stems to a 32-ounce mason jar. Add vinegar until lemon balm is completely covered.

Allow to sit in a cool, dark place for two to four weeks before straining.

From the book Be Your Own Herbalist by Michelle Schoffro Cook.

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Dandelion and Violet Greens Pesto 1 bunch dandelion leaves 1-2 handfuls violet leaves 1-3 garlic cloves 1-3 oz Parmesan cheese 1 cup toasted, salted/tamari pepitas (pumpkin seeds) Juice of ½ lemon ¼ cup olive oil Coarsely chop the herbs and the garlic. Combine with a mortar and pestle, food processor or blender and blend until minced.

Add the liquids and blend to a puree. Serve with organic tortilla chips, crackers or veggie sticks.

Will keep for a few days in a tightly sealed container or frozen.

From the book Grow Your Own Herbal Remedies by Maria Noël Groves. Used with permission from Storey Publishing.

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n 1982, the Japanese government coined the term Shinrin-yoku (“taking in the forest atmosphere” or “forest bathing”) to inspire people to visit and appreciate national parks. Today, that walk in the woods has become a medically recommended activity worldwide for improving immunity, reducing symptoms of anxiety and depression, managing chronic pain and promoting better sleep. The research supporting the physical and mental benefits of forest bathing is so compelling that it’s advocated by the National Institute of Public Health of Japan and prescribed to patients there.

Researchers from the University of East Anglia, in England, examined years of studies and found significant evidence that experiencing nature has a positive impact on health. Published in the journal Environmental Research in 2018, the metaanalysis involving 290 million participants from 20 countries concluded that spending time in green spaces lowers blood pressure and cholesterol, and reduces the stress hormone cortisol. The study also noted a lower risk of Type 2 diabetes and death from heart disease.

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Another recent review of studies, published in the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, concluded that Shinrin-yoku can ease the symptoms of adult depression. “Forest bathing plugs us into something we all seek—a source of peace and well-being. The thing that first hooked me into being a forest bathing guide was reading the robust body of research that proves the benefits of forest bathing,” says Judy Beaudette, board secretary of Friends of North Creek Forest, in Bothell, Washington.

Melanie Choukas-Bradley, a certified forest therapy guide and author of The Joy of Forest Bathing: Reconnect With Wild Places & Rejuvenate Your Life, in Chevy Chase, Maryland, attests to the therapeutic value of forest bathing. “Even occasional nature immersion can have beneficial health effects that can last for days. Many doctors are now prescribing nature to patients. There’s an organization devoted to this called Park Rx America.”

She recommends just 20 minutes during a lunch break to sit on a bench or on the ground beneath trees.

There are many theories of why spending time in the woods or any other natural place makes us feel good; for example, findings published in the journal Toxicological Research in 2017 attribute the immune-boosting, mood-lifting benefits of forest bathing to natural terpenes released into the air by trees, especially conifers. Terpenes contain anti-inflammatory properties that strengthen the body’s natural defenses.

Sensory Immersion, Not Exercise Shinrin-yoku is intended to engage the trinity of body-mind-spirit.

“The main purpose is not exercise or getting from point A to point B, but rather having a mindful, sensory experience in nature. It isn’t some prescribed task you need to do, like pushups,” explains Hannah Fries, a poet and author of Forest Bathing Retreat: Find Wholeness in the Company of Trees. She communes with the wild for both health and inspiration. “Even if it’s only 20 minutes a week, go outside without a phone or other electronic device. Walk slowly. Look more closely. Listen. Smell. Touch. Interact with the living, breathing world around you. It’s that simple.”

Choukas-Bradley says that observance is key. Recalling her first forest bathing experience, she says, “We paid attention to our breath and tuned in to the sights, sounds and sensations all around us. I noticed a perfect spider’s web, just barely trembling in the slightest breeze, its creator clinging to the center.”

She recommends finding a “wild home”—a neighborhood park, garden or backyard tree. “Make it a practice to find a ‘sit spot’ where you can quietly observe beauty and are apt to feel a sense of awe. Psychology researchers have shown that experiencing awe has many positive effects on emotional health.”

It doesn’t matter if we commune with nature in a rural or urban setting, only that we remain dialed in to our surroundings.

“Forest bathing is a tool for slowing down our buzzing minds and practicing a secret superpower—the skill of consciously choosing what we put our attention on,” says Beaudette.

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A Simple Meditation Forest bathing guide Judy Beaudette suggests: n Find something you can put your attention on that is natural— a plant, a stone, a bird’s song, a stream or a forest, the sky, even a tuft of grass or weeds growing out of a crack in the sidewalk. n Practice noticing something small in nature, like an acorn, a leaf or a grain of sand. Put it in the palm of your hand and for five minutes, notice the details. Keep noticing. See what thoughts come to mind and keep returning your attention to this small thing. After the five minutes have elapsed, write down your observations.

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ike people, pets can develop allergies to medications that are overprescribed, including antibiotics, which also have a long list of side effects—many of which are long-term. There is also the escalating problem of resistance, which is the result of too-frequent and unnecessary use of these drugs.

One of the most important things to know is that dogs and cats are exposed to antibiotics when they eat food containing the meat of factory-farmed animals, which includes about 99 percent of pet foods on the market today. The exception is a very small number that contain free-range, organic ingredients.

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In many cases, even when bacteria are exposed for the first time to a particular antibiotic, the majority will die, but some will survive and pass on that resistance to other bacteria. The problem is not that certain disease-causing bacteria are antibioticresistant, but that the resistance genes in any type of bacteria can transfer their ability to survive to billions of other bacteria.

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This is how superbugs are born.

These are a strain of bacteria able to withstand assault by multiple types of antibiotics. When a veterinarian can no longer eliminate bacterial infections with antibiotics, the life of the animal is threatened, and that’s the biggest concern.

If a veterinarian makes a diagnosis of infection, ask for a culture and sensitivity test. Otherwise, he or she is making a guess at what type of organism is present and the best antibiotic to treat it. Each time an unnecessary or inappropriate antibiotic is prescribed, the potential for resistance increases. Only in an emergency situation should a veterinarian prescribe an antibiotic before the culture and sensitivity test can be performed. The vet can then switch medications if necessary when the results arrive.

Giving the proper dose of the antibiotic at the proper intervals and using up the entire prescription is important, even if the pet seems to be fully recovered before the medication has run out. This will ensure the infection is totally resolved and prevent the pet from having to take another full course of antibiotics because

the first one wasn’t fully administered and the infection wasn’t effectively cleared.

It’s important to reseed the pet’s gastrointestinal (GI) system with friendly microorganisms—probiotics—during and after antibiotic therapy to reestablish a healthy balance of gut bacteria. This will also help keep a dog or cat’s digestive system working optimally and the immune system strong.

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A 2016 study showed cranberry extract to be as or more effective in preventing E. coli-related urinary tract infections (UTIs) in dogs as short-term antibiotic treatment. In addition, cranberry extract can help fight multidrug-resistant bacteria in dogs with recurrent E. coli UTIs.

In a study of shelter dogs, researchers compared the use of probiotics to antibiotics to treat acute diarrhea caused by stress.

They concluded probiotic therapy was as effective as antibiotic therapy. In addition, dogs that were unresponsive to antibiotics appeared to benefit significantly from subsequent probiotic treatment.

Oregano oil, propolis, olive leaf, essential oils, colloidal silver and Manuka honey help reduce bacterial skin infections caused by methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) with good success.

If a dog or cat isn’t facing a lifethreatening health situation, talk with the veterinarian about alternatives to antibiotics. In these situations, pet parents often find it beneficial to consult a functional medicine or integrative veterinarian whose goal is to treat these problems by starting with the least toxic options first.

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special event Santa’s Oily WorkshopChristmas in July with doTERRA Essential Oils Make-n-Take Workshop July 13, 1-4pm

Santa‘s favorite festive room sprays, Buddy the Elf’s invigorating foot and body scrub, Mrs. Claus’s stress-relieving roller-bottle blends to get you through the holidays, and of course a diffusing Christmas ornament that even Rudolph could smell with his red nose. Create and leave with a minimum of four gifts to either give away or keep for yourself. Prizes drawings every 30-minutes totaling more than $350 in value including a Christmas gift basket.

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Happy Spot Studios presents “Summer Breeze” July 20, 6-9pm A new and fresh art show experience featuring live music, a henna tattoo artist, and Psalmist sound healing composer.

Marriott SPRINGHILL SUITES 8375 Golf Blvd. Navarre Beach Inside the Oceans Ballroom Contact artist and event planner Missilou Worcester 850-860-4507 Missilou777@gmail.com

ArtCravings.com Blacklight Buti Glow Party with Courtney – 7-8pm. Come join us as we “Sweat and Glow” during this blacklight Buti Yoga Paint Party with Buttisatva Courtney Dewrell. We will have all the body paint and colors you will need but feel free to bring your fun gear too, wipes provided for cleanup. Buti Yoga, founded by Bizzie Gold, is an Indian Marathi word which means a cure that is locked away or hidden. The practice fuses power yoga, tribal dance, and plyometrics into a high-intensity workout that transforms the body from the inside out. Break through barriers of self-esteem, teaching the belief of the power within —let's glow. $20 advance/$25 day of. Yoga Junkie Studio, 1157 John Sims Pkwy, Niceville.

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SATURDAY, JULY 27 Naturally Simple Sleep Solutions – 11am12:30pm. Did you know that according to the National Sleep Foundation’s Inaugural Sleep Index, that more than 45% of our population does not usually get a restful nights’ sleep. Dive into the comfort of a creating a relaxing and learn about how to have a healthy nights’ sleep using herbal remedies and essential oils. All those that attend receive a Free e-book with tips and tricks sure to help you get a good night's rest. Free Ever'man Co-operative, 315 W Garden St, Pensacola. 850-499-3670. DianaPereira@live.com. FindEssentialHealth.com.

plan ahead FRIDAY, AUGUST 2 Back to School with Essential Oils – 6:30-7:45pm.

Discover the science behind essential oils, how they affect change in the body and help you and your family personally. This class includes the basic information with specifics to prepare for the upcoming school year for both teachers and parents. Fine tune focus, better behavior, aids memory with just a diffuser and a few oils. Bring a friend and leave with a personalized roller bottle to start the school year off right. $5. Essential Health, 2109 Casa De Oro St, Navarre. 850-499-3670. DianaPereira@live. com. FindEssentialHealth.com.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 3 Back to School with Essential Oils – 11am12:30pm. Discover the science behind essential oils, how they affect change in the body and help you and your family personally. This class includes the basic information with specifics to prepare for the upcoming school year for both teachers and parents. Fine tune focus, better behavior, aids memory with just a diffuser and a few oils. Bring a friend and leave with a personalized roller bottle to start the school year off right. Ever'man Co-operative, 315 W Garden St, Pensacola. 850-499-3670. DianaPereira@live.com.

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Pilates Intermediate Equipment Class – noon1pm. Plus Tue &Thur-5:30pm, Fri 9:45am Sat9am. Challenging exercises for those who have a foundation in the Pilates fundamentals. Improves strength, posture, alignment and flexibility. Limited to 6 participants. $30/drop-in, $25/account rate.

Pilates Core Training, 1308 Dunmire St, Pensacola.

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Pilates Multi-Level Mat Class – 5:30-6:30pm. And Tues, 8:30am. For those who have basic understanding of fundamentals of Pilates Mat. Uses a variety of different props, ex. stability balls, rollers, rings, etc to algin, strengthen, and increase flexibility. Limited to 8 participants. $15/drop-in, $10/account rate.

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sunday A Course in Miracles Study Group – 8:30-9:30am and Wed. 6:30-7:30pm. A Course in Miracles is a complete self-study spiritual thought system. It teaches that the way to universal love and peace— or remembering God—is by undoing guilt through forgiving others. The Course thus focuses on the healing of relationships and making them holy.

Sundays’ gathering is a time to study the text.

Wednesdays’ discussion is time to share our experience of embracing now a holy instant. Love Offering. Unity of Pensacola, 716 N. 9th Avenue, Pensacola. 850-438-2948. Unity@UnityPNS.org.

30A Farmers' Market – 9am-1pm. Find local grass fed beef, whole chickens, eggs, goat milk, cheese, produce, hydroponic lettuce, herbs, and microgreens. Local and regioal honey, including Tupelo honey, homemade from scratch breads, pies, and pastries. Pickled veggies, jams, salsa's, BBQ sauces, pesto sauce, tuna & shrimp dips, and the best Maryland Crabcakes you have ever had. In addition beautifully handcrafted soaps. Free. 28 N. Barrett Square, Rosemary Beach. 850-499-4697. 30aFarmersMarket@gmail.com. 30aFarmersMarket.

Unity Spiritual Service – 10am. Discover “A Positive Path for Spiritual Living.” All people have sacred worth and are welcome at Unity Pensacola.

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Transmission Group World Service Meditation – 10:30-11:30am. 7:15pm, Wed. Simple, potent and always free. Pensacola. Ever'mans Co-operative, 315 W Garden St, Pensacola. Share-international.us.

Community Yoga Class – 4:30-5:30pm. Enjoy a yoga class and support a charity at the same time, with donations for this class going to PAWS, Children in Crisis, Headstart, Southern Dog Rescue and more. Donations accepted. Dragonfly Yoga Studio, 184 Brooks St, Ste 2, FWB. DragonflyYoga.com.

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Pilates Advanced Equipment Class – 8:309:30am. Mon, Wed, Fri. 7:45-8:45am-Sat. For those individuals who have a strong foundation in the Pilates fundamentals. Limited to 6 participants. $30/drop-in, $25/account rate. Pilates Core Training, 1308 Dunmire St, Pensacola. 850-287-5836.

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Pilates Multi-level & Beginning Mat Class – 8:309:30am/Multi-Level Mat and 9:45-10:45am Beginning Mat. Increase strength, flexibility, alignment, improve your posture, and love how your body feels after just one hour of corrective movement exercises! Cost $10 account rate/$15 drop-in rate.

All mat classes limited to 8 participants. Call 850287-5836 or visit www.pilatescoretraining.com to register. $10 account; $15/drop-in. Pilates Core Training, 1308 Dunmire St, Pensacola. 850-2875836. PilatesCoreTraining.com.

Pilates Modified Equipment Class – 9:4510:45am. Mon,Wed,Fri. For those with conditions such as osteoporosis, disc pathologies, arthritis and joint replacements. Limited to 6 participants. $30/drop-in, $25/account rate. Pilates Core Training, 1308 Dunmire St, Pensacola. 850-287-5836.

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Eckhart Tolle Local Group Meditation – 1-2pm.

Find your stillness in life with 20 minutes of silent meditation, followed by Eckhart Tolle audio or video recording, concludes with 10 to 20-minute silent meditation to still the mind and ego. Free.

Coastal Branch Library, 437 Greenway Trail, Santa Rosa Beach. local32459@gmail.com.

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Nia: Mindful Fusion Fitness – 5:30-6:30pm Tues & Thurs. 9-10am Wed & Fri. Nia is an expressive cardio workout that blends simple, low impact moves from the Dance Arts, Martial Arts and Healing Arts, providing a whole body workout for your mind, body and spirit. Nia is effective, exhilarating and fun. First class free. Communio, 904 E. Scott St, Pensacola. 980-475-2194. MoveWithKat@gmail. com. NiaNow.com/Kat-m.

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Crohn's and Colitis Support Group – 6:307:30pm. Supporting those battling Crohn's, Colitis, and IBD, the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation local support group chapter meets monthly and offers an opportunity to meet others, receive educational and helpful materials, and hear about the latest in research while receiving encouragement and sympathy. Topics discussed range from food to exercise, remission to flares, treatment successes to open trials and challenges. Family members, friends, and caregivers are welcome at our meetings. PensacolaCCFASG@gmail.com. Facebook/Pensacola Crohn's and Colitis Support Group.

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Pilates Intermediate Equipment Class – 5:306:30pm. Tues/Thurs, Mon 12-1, Sat 9-10. Challenging exercises for those who have a foundation in the Pilates fundamentals. Limited to 6. $30 drop-in, $25/account rate. Pilates Core Training, 1308Dunmire St, Pensacola. 850-287-5836. Pilates CoreTraining.com.

Honor Military Yoga Class – 7-8:15pm. Honoring those who serve, have served, and family members holding DOD IDs – US Armed Forces welcome

for free. All others may join for a drop-in fee of $12. Beginners welcome and multi-level Hatha yoga class with breath awareness, meditation, sun salutations, restorative cool down, and savasana.

Come build strength, flexibility, and clarity of the mind with those that serve this country. Free w/ID or $12. Dragonfly Yoga Studio, 184 Brooks St. SE, Bldg 2, FWB. 850-218-2575. DragonflyYoga.com.

wednesday Nia: Mindful Fusion Fitness – 9-10am Wed & Fri. 5:30-6:30pm Tues & Thurs. Nia is an expressive cardio workout that blends simple, low impact moves from the Dance Arts, Martial Arts and Healing Arts, providing a whole body workout for your mind, body and spirit. First class free. Communio, 904 E. Scott St, Pensacola. 980-475-2194. MoveWithKat@ gmail.com. NiaNow.com/Kat-m.

Gyrokinesis Class – noon-1pm. This movement system allows the entire body to be worked through spinal movement. Gently works the joints and muscles through rhythmic flowing movements.

Most of the exercises are performed sitting on a stool. Limited to 8. $15/drop-in, $10/account rate.

Pilates Core Training, 1308 Dunmire St, Pensacola.

850-287-5836. Pilates CoreTraining.com.

Yoga Class – noon-1pm. 3 spots per week, book online or call for sign up. 60 minutes of semiprivate sessions with our certified wellness coach and yoga instructor Amanda Simmons. $20. Empathic Practice, 801 E Cervantes St, Pensacola.

850-777-3334. Contact@empathicpractice.us.

EmpathicPractice.US. Essential Yoga for Beginners – 5:30-6:30pm.

Class combines teaching beginning yoga (learning proper alignment and modifications of the poses) and exploring essential oils for a fun and exciting experience. Yoga allows us the time to tune out the world and go within, and weaving essential oils into the yoga practice can deepen and expand the yoga experience. $12. ElemenTree Yoga Studio, 8762 Ortega Park Dr, Navarre. 850-374-0086. ElemenTreeYogaStudio.com

A Course in Miracles Study Group – 6:30-7:30pm and Sun. 8:30-9:30am. A Course in Miracles is a complete self-study spiritual thought system. It teaches that the way to universal love and peace—or remembering God—is by undoing guilt through forgiving others. The Course thus focuses on the healing of relationships and making them holy. Wednesdays’ discussion is time to share our experience of embracing now a holy instant. Sundays’ gathering is a time to study the text. Love Offering. Unity of Pensacola, 716 N. 9th Avenue, Pensacola. 850-4382948. Unity@UnityPNS.org. UnityPNS.org.

Group Meditation and Pranic Healing Wednesday Wellness – 6:30-7:30pm. $10 suggested Donation. Since 2003 we have been offering free mini-Pranic Healing sessions at our Community Healing Night. Pranic Healing is no-touch and effective in helping the body heal itself in the areas of stress, pain, inflammation, injuries, and psychoemotional issues. Practice the Meditation on Twin Hearts, a brief guided meditation for inner peace, illumination and mental clarity. The Center For Pranic Healing and Wellness, 206B Center St, Gulf Breeze. 850-380-0561. FLPranicHealing@gmail. com. PranicHealingAndWellness.com.

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Transmission Group World Service Meditation – 7:15-8:45pm. Simple, potent and always free.

Pensacola. Ever'mans Co-operative, 315 W Garden St, Pensacola. Share-international.us.

takes a more meditative approach, allowing the mind to go in and find stillness. A great way to release tension and unwind from the week. $5. Uru Yoga , 913 E Gulf Breeze Pkwy Suite 26A, Gulf Breeze.

Rooted and Restored – 6-7:15pm. Restorative Yoga relieves stress and tension as you relax in fully supported calming poses. Aligning the physical and mental by practicing stillness and holding poses.

This allows the mind and body to reconnect with the breath leaving you feeling completely restored.

This class is lovingly referred to as "Adult Nap Time". Essential oils may be used during this class.

ElemenTree Yoga Studio, 8762 Ortega Park Dr, Navarre, 850-374-0086. ElemenTreeYogaStudio.com

thursday Body Rolling and Myofascial Release Stretch Class – 8:30-9:30am. Specialized compression balls and foam rollers, myofascial trigger points are released and pain can be eased or eliminated.

The newly elongated muscle can then be strengthened even further with greater ease. Limited to 8. $15 drop-in, $10/account rate. Pilates Core Training, 1308Dunmire St, Pensacola. 850-287-5836.

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Slow Flow Yoga Class – 5:30-6:30pm. A 60-minute semi-private sessions with our certified wellness coach and yoga instructor Amanda Simmons. 3 spots per week, book online or call for sign up. $20.

Empathic Practice, 801 E. Cervantes St, Pensacola.

850-777-3334. Contact@EmpathicPractice.us.

EmpathicPractice.US. I Choose Forgiveness by Edwene Gaines Discussion Group – 6-8:15pm. Unity of Pensacola and Jamie Sanders Present a discussion group based on the newest publication of bestselling Author, Spiritual Teacher, Edwene Gaines, I Choose Forgiveness. Begins 3/14, offered weekly until completed.Required book is available as an e-book or print copy $12.50 can be order at Unity. Love offering. Unity's Fellowship Hall, Unity of Pensacola, 716 N 9th Ave, Pensacola.

850-438-2277. UnityPNS.org.

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friday Stretch Therapy – 8-11am. Instructor Janet Hardy, LMT, BCTMB is a JF Barnes' Expert Level Myofascial Release Therapist teaches simple methods to releive aches, pain and tightness with the use of therapy balls and a chair or yoga mat. Stretch therapy helps heal from surgeries and injuries –and maintains and improves overall health. Bring a bath towel and yoga mat if available. Suggested donation of $10 or $80 for 10 classes. Magnolia Tribe Chiropractic, 17287 US Hwy. 331 S, Freeport. 850231-9131. CaringTouch4Therapy@gmail.com.

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Relax and Unwind Yoga – 5:15-6:15pm. This class combines a gentle flow with the opening of longerheld, deeply stretching yin yoga postures. Yin yoga

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Pilates Advanced Equipment Class – 7:4511:15am. 9am-Intermediate; 10:15am-Beginners.

Improve your posture, strength and flexibility.

Classes use a variety of Reformers, Towers, and Wunda Chairs, along with small props to enhance the exercises. Experience what it feels like to feel good in your body. Limited to 6. $30/drop-in, $25/account rate. Pilates Core Training, 1308 Dunmire St, Pensacola. 850-287-5836. PilatesCore Training.com.

Meditation for Self Healing – 9am. A guided meditation to clear your energy field of stress and other negative energies. Recharge and rejuvenate yourself. Donation. The Center For Pranic Healing and Wellness, 206B Center St, Gulf Breeze.

850-380-0561. FLPranicHealing@gmail.com.

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ANNOUNCEMENTS 30A Farmers' Market – 9am-1pm. Find local grass-fed beef, whole chickens, eggs, goat milk,cheese, produce, hydroponic lettuce, herbs, and microgreens. Best honey, including Tupelo honey, homemade from scratch bread, pies, and pastries. Pickled veggies, jams, salsa's, BBQ sauces, pesto sauce, tuna & shrimp dips, and the best Maryland crab cakes you have ever had. In addition, beautiful arts & crafts, including fusion glass, jewelery, handmade stationery, and beautiful soaps. Free. 30A Farmers' Market at Palm Plaza Niceville Florida 1003 John Sims Pkwy, Niceville.

850-499-4697. 30aFarmersMarket@gmail.com.

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VISIT SHARE-INTERNATIONAL.ORG – Discover our views concerning the emergence of the World Teacher (aka: Christ, Maitreya Buddha, the Mahdi, Krishna) and humanity's remarkably bright future.

EVENT SPACE UNITY OF PENSACOLA FACILITY RENTAL AVAILABLE – Beautiful historical sanctuary that seats up to 300 and/or our Fellowship Hall with tables and chairs for up to 65, stage and kitchen area. Weddings, Reunions, Networking Events. For more information, call 850-438-2277. UnityPNS.org.

Grand Boulevard Farmers Market – 9am-1pm.

Find grass fed beef, whole chickens, eggs, goat milk, cheese, produce, hydroponic lettuce, herbs, and microgreens. Best honey, including Tupelo honey, homemade from scratch breads, pies, and pastries.

Pickled veggies, jams, salsa's, BBQ sauces, pesto sauce, tuna & shrimp dips, and the best Maryland Crabcakes you have ever had. In addition beautifully handcrafted soaps. Free. Grand Boulevard at Sandestin , 600 Grand Boulevard, In Grand Park Between Tommy Bahama and Cantina Laredo, Miramar Beach. 850-499-4697. 30aFarmersMarket@ gmail.com. GrandBoulevardFarmersMarket.com.

WHOLE BODY VIBRATION MACHINE FOR SALE – VibraTrim VT400. Used NBA, NHL, and MLB sports teams and top medical and therapy clinics. Tone muscles; increase bone density, circulation, and lymphatic drainage; lower stress; improve balance; improve stamina, speed, flexibility, mobility, and coordination with minimal stress on the joints and ligaments. Used less than 20 hrs. $1250. 850-292-3848.

Intuitive Group Readings – 6:30-8:30pm.

Intuitive Medium Ericka Boussarhane uses her mediumship to help others find closure and insight in the lives. As a medium, she is able to connect with loved ones who have crossed over to the other side. Call to book an appointment. $20. Live and Let Live New Age Gift Store, 4622 Saufley Field Rd, Pensacola. 850-941-4321. NewHorizonsExpo.wixsite.com.

A COMPREHENSIVELY TRAINED PILATES INSTRUCTOR WANTED – Join Barbara Bruni’s team at her busy studio, Pilates Core Training, Pensacola. The studio encompasses a warm and caring environment for clients specializing in Pilates, Gyrotonics, Myofascial Release and Structural Integration. Minimum of three years Pilates experience required; prefer-

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PRODUCTS MONTHLY YOUNG LIVING MEETINGS – Enhance your path to wellness using Young Living Essential Oils. Join us. www.YoungLivingoils.info Heather Dixey #1375075 Oily Insight.

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SERVICES MYOFASCIAL RELEASE FOR WOMEN'S HEALTH – Janet Hardy, LMT, BCTMB, John F. Barnes’ expert Myofascial Release therapist offers treatment for many womens’ health issues. For more information, please call 850-231-9131or email CaringTouch 4Therapy@gmail.com.

SPIRITUAL COUNSELING/COACHING – Spiritual counseling and coaching available with Rev. Jamie Sanders. Metaphysical approach, meditation and affirmative prayer. Jamie1118@ aol.com. 850-438-2277.

TREATMENT ROOM RENTAL ROOM RENTAL – Be an integral part of a holistic healing practice with established clientele, in business more than 5 years. Currently seeking a holistic practitioner to offer complementary services such as; acupuncture, reflexology, life coaching, nutrition and wellness, or counseling.

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WEDDING SERVICE BEAUTIFUL MARRIAGE CEREMONIES – Spiritual marriage ceremonies with Rev. Jamie Sanders at Unity of Pensacola or your location of choice. Packages available. For more information 850-438-2277. UnityPNS.org.

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ACUPUNCTURE ELIZABETH BENNETT, AP, MAOM 2733 Gulf Breeze Pkwy, GB EBennettAcupuncture.com 850-781-9888

Acupuncture, cupping, gua sha, energy medicine, and Chinese herbs. For all conditions. Initial visit includes thorough evaluation and treatment with dietary, supplement, and lifestyle suggestions.

BEAUTY BRAVA HAIR STUDIO, DAY SPA & BOUTIQUE

Lisa Rector 7552 Navarre Pkwy, Ste 5 Harvest Village in Navarre 850-833-3003 • BravaHairStudio.com Offering a carcinogenic-free atmosphere and products, certified color specialist and designer cuts, hair extensions, highlights, facials, waxing, massage and a sophisticated, international clothing and gift boutique full of fun and exotic gifts. See ad, page 28.

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BIOFEEDBACK BK INTEGRATIVE & LIFESTYLE MEDICINE INC Teresa Brown-Konell 1308 Dunmire St, Pensacola (Located at Pilates Core Training) 850 205-1853 TeresaBrown.net/Pensacolab Biofeedback/

Can benefit those with anxiety or depression, increase wellbeing, mental focus and concentration. L.I.F.E. System biofeedback quantum device is designed to reduce stress, restore balance and allow the mind, body and spirit to heal naturally. Teresa is a biofeedback practitioner.

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BODY CONTOURING CRYO850 PERFORMANCE & RECOVERY

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SCULPSURE BODY CONTOURING

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SASSY SCISSORS HAIR STUDIO • Private custom fittings Wigs, Quality Hair Cuts $12 & up and Affordable Pensacola, Colors $45 & up Pace, Milton Perms $45 & up 850-994-7658

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SculpSure is a non-surgical laser treatment for the reduction of stubborn fat in areas like the abdomen, love handles, back, and inner and outer thighs; and chin contouring. Amazing results with zero down-time and without drugs. See ad, page 2.

BODYWORKERS BODYWORKS BY BULL THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE 4 Ninth Ave, Ste B, Shalimar 850-651-2286 BodyWorksByBull.com

We’re not just a massage practice anymore. offering massage therapy, art (active release technique), reflexology, skin care and facials, neuromuscular massage, vacuum cupping, yoga, kinesiology taping with rock tape, advanced sports massage, and therapeutic pedicures performed by a certified practitioner. MM14353.

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CARING TOUCH

Janet Hardy, LMT Board Certified, Expert Level Myofascial Release Therapist Santa Rosa Beach • 850-231-9131 CaringTouchTherapy.net In her 24 years of massage therapy Janet has found the John F. Barnes’ Approach® to be the most effective and holistic treatment for the relief of pain and optimal health.

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RICHARD WEIRICK, LMT

Neuromuscular Therapy, Structural Integration, Deep Tissue Rehabilitation Pensacola • 850-501-6688 Richard_Weirick@yahoo.com Offering advanced bodywork for those suffering from injury, pain, fibromyalgia, postural distortions, repetitive motion strain or trauma. MA69172.

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BRAIN HEALTH MIND PERFORMANCE CENTER, LLC

(Located inside Path to Wellness) 240 W Laurel Ave, Foley, AL 251-597-8787 MindPerformanceCenter.com Our non-invasive, drug-free approach helps brain injury patients improve speech, balance, limb and finger control, memory and mental focus, plus the restoration of personality traits. See ad, page 10.

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BREAST SCREENING INTEGRATIVE SOLUTIONS

Dr Karen Cann, DC PT 4657 Gulf Breeze Pkwy, Ste A&B 850-916-9304 KarenCann.com

Early detection for breast cancer is vital. Thermography technology can identify areas of concern and involves no radiation or bodily contact. No prescription is required for this procedure and complements conventional screenings. See ad, page 19.

THERMOGRAPHY ADVANTAGE Carolyn Olson Certified Clinical Thermographer Gulf Coast Area (Louisiana to Florida) 251-623-2225 ThermographyAdvantage@hotmail.com ThermographyAdvantage.com

FDA registered thermography (digital Infrared thermal imaging) offers breast screenings that are non-invasive and radiation-free, without compression or bodily contact.

Valuable for detecting early stage breast disease and more.

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CBD OIL BODY-B-HEALTHY

Natural Alternative Wellness Center and Smoothie Bar 2227 Ferdon Blvd, Crestview 850-682-8893 • Find us on Facebook We p r o v i d e a g r e a t selection of CBD & Hemp oils in a variety of applications such as: droppers, sprays, capsules, softgels, balms and vape liquids.

CARUN U.S.

11525 Hutchison Blvd, Ste 103, PCB 850-775-4913 Info@Carun.us • Carun.us Providing the best CBD oil and hemp products in North America. Hemp oil extracts, food, personal hygiene, soap, mouth wash, skin care. Go online to order or visit our store. See ad, page 22.

GOLDEN ALMOND HEALTH FOOD STORE

339 Racetrack Rd NW, Ste 3, FWB 850-863-5811 • GoldenAlmond.com Hours: M-F 9-6, S 10-5, Closed Sun Providing the largest selection of CBD oils, tinctures, sprays, softgels, balms and vape liquid in the area, including high dose options for pain, anxiety, sleep and much more. See ad, page 4.

OLIVE LEAVES HEALTH FOOD CENTER

In the Publix Shopping Center 634 W 23rd St, Panama City 850-763-8871 OliveLeavesPC.com Olive Leaves provides the best CBD oil and hemp products from Carun and is the finest quality, fresh, natural, organic and whole foods, nutritional products, body care products and health information in a fun, comfortable, clean, safe environment. See ad, page 6.

CHILDBIRTH, NATURAL MARGO DANDREANO, LM, CPM Practical Midwifery Inc. Homebirth Midwife 850-859-4100 PanhandleMidwife.com

Florida Licenced Midwife and Certified Professional Midwife, provides comprehensive prenatal care, birth (homebirth, waterbirth, VBAC), and postpartum care for healthy, low-risk families. Serving Pensacola to Panama City. Free consultations. See ad, page 11.

KIZIE TOSI, CNM, APRN Practical Midwifery Inc. Homebirth Midwife 850-859-4100 PanhandleMidwife.com

Certified Nurse Midwife and Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, provides comprehensive prenatal care, birth (homebirth, waterbirth, VBAC), and postpartum care for healthy, low-risk families. Serving Pensacola to Panama City. Free consultations. See ad, page 11.

CHIROPRACTIC BAIRD CHIROPRACTIC & MED SPA

1796 Navarre Sound Circle, Navarre 850-936-8664 SuperiorHealthNavarre.com Treating the mind, body and spirit. Dr. Brett Baird has been in practice for over 20 years and is always continuing his education to stay with the most relevant practices. Whether you are in need of an adjustment, a massage or medical spa services, Baird Chiropractic & Medical Spa is truly Navarre's finest. See ad, page 43.

BAYBRIDGE CHIROPRACTIC CLINIC Dr. Kenneth L Williams, DC 107 Baybridge Dr, Gulf Breeze 850-932-1778 KLWilliamsDC@gmail.com

A progressive integrative clinic located in Gulf Breeze Proper.

Offering Chiropractic, Acupuncture, Class IV Laser, Spinal Decompression and Massage. Trusted relief for your toughest pain.

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.

HENARD FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC

Dr Karen Henard-Carter, DC 4566 Hwy 20 E, Ste 205, Niceville 850-897-1105 • HenardChiro.com A second generation chirop r a c t o r, D r. H e n a r d i s committed to chiropractic wellness for the family, improving health naturally.

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INTEGRATIVE SOLUTIONS Dr Karen Cann, DC PT 4657 Gulf Breeze Pkwy, Ste A&B 850-916-9304 KarenCann.com

We assess your entire life (physical, biochemical and emotional) in order to determine exactly what type of chiropractic adjustment you need and the frequency of visits. In addition, once you “get out of pain” we will administer a preventative program so that your conditions do not continue to resurface and your quality of life continues to improve. See ad, page 15.

DR. TONY SALAMAY, DC, MS, FASA

520 N Macarthur Ave, Panama City 850-785-9372 TheBayDoctor.com Treating conditions through chiropractic, functional neurology and clinical nutrition such as fibromyalgia and thyroid issues. We treat the root causes and not just masking your symptoms. Always accepting new patients. See ad, page 3.

THE JOINT CHIROPRACTIC

4795 Hwy 90, Pace 850-994-5000 thejoint.com/florida/pace/pace-27036 The Joint Chiropractic is a network of modern noninsurance, and walk-in welcome clinics. Our mission is to improve quality of life through routine and affordable chiropractic care. See ad, page 16.

CRAFTS & GIFTS M. RENEE’S MELTS Crestview 850-598-1418 MReneesMelts@gmail.com

We provide hand-crafted Soy Wax melts using toxic-free fragrance oils, essential oils and dried herbs. We are known for our Integrity, Quality & Value and are inside two locations in Crestview to better serve you: Body-B-Healthy, 2227 S. Ferdon Blvd and Moe’s Custom Graphics 1092 N. Ferdon Blvd.

STONE SOUP

Intuitive Spiritual Center 700 Beal Pkwy, Unit D, FWB 850-533-6565 ShadowBonus@gmail.com Fort Walton’s newest eclectic intuitive c e n t e r. L o c a l l y made crafts by local artisans. Intuitive readings, jewelry, paintings, incense, crystals, pottery, semi-precious stones, wind chimes, diaper cakes, hand-painted furniture. See ad, page 30.

CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY SHARALEE HOELSCHER, RCST Certified Rolfer (MA34039) Registered Craniosacral Therapist 850-450-8508 HealingWithBodywork.com

Get out of pain once and for all.

Treat the source, not the symptom. Enjoy moving freely in a more organized, comfortable and balanced body.

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URMOS CHIROPRACTIC HEALTH CENTER

Cynthia Urmos-Clements, BS DC 2870 Gulf Breeze Pkwy, Gulf Breeze 850-932-3565 UrmosChiropractic.com

Caring for your health and wellness needs from infancy to maturity. Since 1994, we provide chiropractic care for sports injuries, accidents, falls, illnesses, pain management and family health care. Additional integrative services include vibration therapy, massage and custom orthotics.

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CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY CRYO850 PERFORMANCE & RECOVERY 4495 Furling Ln, Ste 10, Destin 850-279-4145 Cryo850.com

Nitrogen free therapeutic cold e x p o s u r e therapy designed to lower the body surface temperature and accelerate the body’s natural recovery and rejuvenation processes. For inflammation management, chronic pain and disease, mood disorders, metabolic boost, antiaging and beauty. See ad, page 17.

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DEMENTIA MIND PERFORMANCE CENTER, LLC

(Located inside Path to Wellness) 240 W Laurel Avenue, Foley, AL 251-597-8787 MindPerformanceCenter.com Our non-invasive, drug-free approach helps dementia patients that originally scored in the teens on the Montreal Cognitive Assessment be restored to the point of scoring normal (26-30). See ad, page 10.

DENTISTRY DR DAYTON HART, DMD

IAOMT Protocol 225 W Laurel Ave, Foley, AL 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.

DR SUSAN WELCH, FAGD

106 Wright Pkwy SW, FWB 850-243-1534 WrightParkwayDentalCenter.com Healthy digestion, well-aligned physical structure, proper breathing and a good night's sleep begin with a healthy mouth. We treat snoring, sleep apnea and TMJ disorders, plus crowns, teeth whitening, bridges, veneers, implant restorations, aligner orthodontics, cleanings, digital X-ray imaging, CO2 laser periodontal treatment. No mercury fillings.

See ads, pages 15 and 43.

DEPRESSION MIND PERFORMANCE CENTER, LLC

(Located inside Path to Wellness) 240 W Laurel Ave, Foley, AL 251-597-8787 MindPerformanceCenter.com

Offering Deep Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (Brainsway) (a proven tool in the fight against depression that is non-invasive, painless and drug-free) with functional medicine and brain pathway rehabilitation for the most robust changes possible. See ad, page 10.

ESSENTIAL OILS LAURIE AZZARELLA, LMT, CRR

Young Living Educator, Sponsor #327923 850-380-4943 LaurieAzzarella@gmail.com WellnessPurposeAbundance.com/YL/123 Experience the healing, uplifting and detoxifying benefits of therapeuticgrade essential oils and supplements. Contact us for personal consultations, in-home classes, household products, health supplements, diffusers, group presentations and business training. See ad, page 45.

FARMERS’ MARKETS 30A FARMERS’ MARKETS

850-499-4697 30AFarmersMarket.com Locations: 30A Farmers' Market at Seascape Resort 90 Seascape Dr, Miramar Beach 9am-1pm Thursdays (Open March 8) 30A Farmers’ Market at Palm Plaza 1003C John Sims Pwy, Niceville 9am-1pm Saturdays (Year Round) Sandestin Grand Boulevard Hwy 98 600 Grand Blvd, Miramar Beach 9am-1pm Saturdays (Year Round) Pensacola Beach Farmers' Market At Red Fish Blue Fish Restaurant 5 Via de Luna Drive, Pensacola Beach (Opens May 26 - Sundays Only) Rosemary Beach Town Center, on 30 A 28 N. Barrett Square, PCB 9am-1pm Sundays (Year Round)

Serene, beautiful, distinctive and exclusive is the best way to describe the 30A Farmers’ Market Family.

European and coastal-inspired markets feature local farmers, makers, bakers, and specialty vendors in an inviting market experience. See ad, page 26.

FLOAT THERAPY FLOATFIX 11210 Hutchison Blvd, PCB 850-249-1277 FloatFix850.com

Enjoy the most relaxing and tranquil session, suspended in body-temperature salt water, floating weightless, removing tension and earthly connections. Great for pregnancies, meditation, PTSD or healing from an injury.

MODE MIND AND BODY

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EVER’MAN COOPERATIVE GROCERY & CAFE 315 W Garden St, Pensacola 850-438-0402 • EverMan.org

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Experience float therapy and start living life without pain, anxiety and stress. We provide effective wellness with state-ofthe-art science and technology with Wholebody Sonic Vibe, infrared sauna, float therapy and magnesphere magnetic resonance therapy. See ad, page 22.

Natural and certified organic products, vitamin supplements, local and organic produce, wholesome baked goods, hot deli lunches, environmentally friendly products, and educational classes and events. Mon-Sat, 7am9pm; Sun, 10am-7pm. See ad, page 40.

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An educated and friendly staff, quality vitamins and supplements.

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Natural holistic health assessments­—iridology, tongue and fingernail assessment, reflex nutrition assessment—by appointment, $60. See ad, page 39.

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Natural Alternative Wellness Center and Smoothie Bar 2227 Ferdon Blvd, Crestview 850-682-8893 • Find us on Facebook We offer cutting edge wellness testing/ screenings along with all natural supplements, homeopathic solutions and anti-aging products. Very knowledgeable staff that also make great tasting good-for-you smoothies & protein shakes.

CARUN U.S.

11525 Hutchison Blvd, Ste 103, PCB 850-775-4913 Info@Carun.us • Carun.us Providing the best CBD oil and hemp products in North America. Hemp oil extracts, food, personal hygiene, soap, mouth wash, skin care. Go online to order or visit our store. See ad, page 22.

339 Racetrack Rd NW, Ste 3, FWB 850-863-5811 • GoldenAlmond.com Hours: M-F 9-6, S 10-5, Closed Sun Natural supplements, herbs, skincare, and essential oils plus organic and specialty foods. In-store 100% organic café (weekdays 9-4) with juices, smoothies, etc. Very knowledgeable staff. See ad, page 4.

KRATOM AND COMPANY 130 Perry Ave SE, Ste A, FWB 850-845-0998 KratomAndCo.com

Kratom and Company is a holistic pharmacy that specializes in an alternative medicine known as kratom. In short, kratom is a tropical tree in Southeast Asia with leaves that have been used for hundreds of years to relieve pain. See ad, page 37.

OLIVE LEAVES HEALTH FOOD CENTER

In the Publix Shopping Center 634 W 23rd St, PC 850-763-8871 OliveLeavesPC.com Olive Leaves is here to provide you with the finest quality, fresh, natural, organic and whole foods, nutritional products, body care products and health information in a fun, comfortable, clean, safe environment. See ad, page 6.

Greatness comes from fear. Fear can either shut us down and we go home, or we fight through it. ~Lionel Richie July 2019 49

SOMADERM TRANSDERMAL GEL, NEWULIFE Chelsi Miller • 850-898-2002 HGHGelInfo@gmail.com NewULife.com/HGHofNWF

SOMADERM™ Gel by New U Life is the only transdermal, FDAregistered product, containing homeopathic human growth hormone (HGH). This gel is absorbed through the skin and provides the body with greater bio-availability than oral growth hormones and may diminish the effects of aging.

This hormone distributorship opportunities are currently available. See ad, page 9.

VITAMINS R US HEALTH FOODS 15500 Panama City Beach Pkwy, Unit 420, PCB 850-588-7575 VitaminsRusPCB.com

Panama City Beach’s most complete health food store. Quality supplements, vitamins & minerals, organic food and more. We have gluten -free, non-GMO, dairy-free and vegan products at everyday low prices. See ad, page 39.

HEALING ARTS ERICKA BOUSSARAHNE

Live and Let Live New Age Gift Store 4622 Saufley Field Rd, Pensacola 850-941-4321 WishfulTreasures.com Ericka Boussarahne is an author, radio personality, public speaker and professional psychic intuitive who is sought after around the world. She has been featured on television programs dealing with the paranormal and interviewed by national radio stations across the country.

HEALTH AND WELLNESS COACH TERESA BROWN-KONELL Intuitive Wellness Coach & Biofeedback Practitioner 1308 Dunmire St, Pensacola (Located at Pilates Core Training) 850 205-1853 • TeresaBrown.net/ PensacolabBiofeedback/

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 by phone. See ad, page 15.

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EMPATHIC PRACTICE

801 E Cervantes St, Ste C Pensacola • 850-777-3334 Contact@EmpathicPractice.us EmpathicPractice.us Together we will build a plan and schedule that will fit your needs and help you feel better.

Bring more energy, disposition, focus and time to your lifestyle.

See ad, page 5.

HERBS ROOTS SHOPPE

700 Beal Pkwy, Ste GG, FWB (Directly behind Stone Soup, ISC) 850-863-1044 C.Gypsymuse@gmail.com CGypsymuse.com Offering not only an amazing selection of quality herbs and complementary products, but an amazing experience that you will remember.

Hours: Tues - Sat, noon-6pm. See ad, page 37.

HOLISTIC MEDICINE EMPATHIC PRACTICE

801 E Cervantes St, Ste C Pensacola • 850-777-3334 Contact@EmpathicPractice.us EmpathicPractice.US

Empathic Practice is focused on wellness beyond medication.

We believe that mindfulness, not medication alone, will lead you to your best self.

Compassionate care for a new path to healing. See ad, page 5.

KAREN KENNEDY, MD

Board-Certified Gynecologist 1118 Gulf Breeze Pkwy, GB 7552 Navarre Pkwy, Navarre 850-916-7766 KarenKennedyMD.com Board-Certified Gynecologist M D , o ff e r i n g f u l l G Y N services and proud to feature MonaLisa Touch Laser, a noninvasive treatment for symptoms of low hormones or menopause. Stop suffering and start living. Call for appointment. Offices in Gulf Breeze and Navarre. See ad, page 2.

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DR. TONY SALAMAY, DC, MS, FASA

520 N Macarthur Ave, Panama City 850-785-9372 TheBayDoctor.com Treating conditions through chiropractic, functional neurology and clinical nutrition such as fibromyalgia and thyroid issues. We treat the root causes and not just masking your symptoms. Always accepting new patients. See ad, page 3.

WHITE SANDS NATURAL HEALTH Dr. Ramona Shires, ND 2870 Gulf Breeze Pkwy 850-739-1000 WhiteSandsNH.com

Discover the big differences you can achieve with holistic healthcare. At White Sands Natural Health, we are highly educated in a holistic approach to health using naturopathic principles. Call today to start your path to natural health.

HORMONE THERAPY AGELESS SOLUTIONS

Cave, MD • Barber, MD • Janis Cook, RN 8990 Ortego Park Dr, Navarre 850-529-0770 Ageless Navarre.com We offer multiple techniques and programs to get you on the right track to better health and a better body. Our services include behavioral therapies, nutritional strategies, hormone replacement pellet therapy, prescription medications and, best of all, the support of a caring staff. See ad, page 33.

KAREN KENNEDY, MD

Board Certified Gynecologist 1118 Gulf Breeze Pkwy, GB 7552 Navarre Pkwy, Navarre 850-916-7766 KarenKennedyMD.com Board Certified Gynecologist MD, offering full GYN services and proud to feature MonaLisa Touch Laser, a non-invasive treatment for symptoms of low hormones or menopause. Stop suffering and start living. Call for appointment. Offices in Gulf Breeze and Navarre. See ad, page 2.

HOT YOGA STUDIO HOT YOGA OM

222 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Unit A Downtown Fort Walton Beach 850-430-9434 • HotYogaOM.com Hot Yoga Om features far infrared heat, radiant heat, radiant life. Daily classes, amazing teachers, great benefits. Experience it for yourself. See ad, page 27.

HYPNOSIS BAYSIDE HYPNOSIS

Michelle Spencer 700 S Palafox St, Ste 200A Pensacola • 850-347-5700 Discover the benefits of hypnosis and neuro-linguistic programmingprofessionally applied to lose weight, quit smoking, soothe anxiety, lower stress, improve relationships and manage pain.

Call now to schedule your free screening. See ad, page 7.

DCC HYPNOSIS & HYPNOSIS TRAINING CERTIFICATION Deana Cooper Chapman

850-261-3596 • DCCHypnosis.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. Also offering certified hypnosis training program. See ad, page 41.

INFRARED SAUNA PILATES CORE TRAINING

Barbara Bruni, Owner 1308 Dunmire, Pensacola 850-287-5836 PilatesCoreTraining.com

Our Sunlighten sauna offers the highest quality and quantity of far infrared heat.

Potential benefits include lowered blood pressure, weight loss, detoxification, inflammation reduction, pain relief and more. Also included is Sound Therapy for deeper relaxation, as well as Chromotherapy which uses the full spectrum of colored lights on various energy points to help balance your body, each color of which addresses a distinct need. See ad, page 6.

MASSAGE THERAPY MEDICAL MARIJUANA BLUEWATER CHIROPRACTIC EMPATHIC PRACTICE 801 E Cervantes St, Ste C 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.

BODYWORKS BY BULL THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE 4 Ninth Ave, Ste B, Shalimar 850-651-2286 BodyWorksByBull.com

We’re not just a massage practice anymore. Offering massage therapy, art (active release technique) reflexology, skin care and facials, neuromuscular massage, vacuum cupping, yoga, kinesiology taping with rock tape, advanced sports massage and therapeutic pedicures performed by a certified practitioner.

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EMPATHIC PRACTICE

801 E Cervantes St, Ste C Pensacola • 850-777-3334 Contact@EmpathicPractice.us EmpathicPractice.us Soleilune at Empathic Practice provides Relaxing and therapeutic body treatments for individuals or couples. Treatments with CBD lotions, essential oils, and natural products available. Call 850-7773334 and book your appointment today. See ad, page 5.

THE GOOD KEVIN MASSAGE Kevin Donovan 850-596-5621 TheGoodKevinMassage.com

I am a sports massage therapist.

Able to help with therapeutic techniques and improve athletic performance. MPS therapy can help with scar prevention and recovery after surgery. Lic# MA44336.

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Let us guide you through the process of obtaining your card, and understanding the products available. Our holistic approach includes mindfulness coach sessions and group guided meditation sessions. See ad, page 5.

MEDITATION EMPATHIC PRACTICE

801 E Cervantes St, Ste C Pensacola • 850-777-3334 Contact@EmpathicPractice.us EmpathicPractice.us Regardless of your experience, our one-on-one, or group sessions will help you to successfully implement a practice that will bring you all the benefits of meditation. See ad, page 5.

THE CENTER FOR PRANIC HEALING AND WELLNESS 206B Center St, Gulf Breeze 850-380-0561 PranicHealingSouth@gmail.com PranicHealingAndWellness.com

Learn to still your mind, calm your emotions, decrease stress.

Improve mental focus, clarity and recall. Weekly meditations for self-healing, inner peace and planetary peace. See ad, page 29.

METAPHYSICAL SHOP ROOTS SHOPPE

700 Beal Pkwy, Ste GG, FWB (Directly behind Stone Soup, ISC) 850-863-1044 C.Gypsymuse@gmail.com CGypsymuse.com

Offering not only an amazing selection of quality herbs and complementary products, but an amazing experience that you will remember.

Hours: Tues - Sat, noon-6pm. See ad, page 37.

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STONE SOUP

Intuitive Spiritual Center 700 Beal Pkwy, Unit D, FWB 850-533-6565 ShadowBonus@gmail.com Fort Walton’s newest eclectic intuitive c e n t e r. L o c a l l y made crafts by local artisans. Intuitive readings, jewelry, paintings, incense, crystals, pottery, semi-precious stones, wind chimes, diaper cakes, hand-painted furniture. See ad, page 30.

MIDWIVES MARGO DANDREANO, LM, CPM Practical Midwifery Inc. Homebirth Midwife 850-859-4100 PanhandleMidwife.com

Florida Licenced Midwife and Certified Professional Midwife, provides comprehensive prenatal care, birth (homebirth, waterbirth, VBAC), and postpartum care for healthy, low-risk families. Serving Pensacola to Panama City. Free consultations. See ad, page 11.

KIZIE TOSI, CNM, APRN Practical Midwifery Inc. Homebirth Midwife 850-859-4100 PanhandleMidwife.com

Certified Nurse Midwife and Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, provides comprehensive prenatal care, birth (homebirth, waterbirth, VBAC), and postpartum care for healthy, low-risk families. Serving Pensacola to Panama City. Free consultations. See ad, page 11.

MINDFULNESS COACH EMPATHIC PRACTICE

801 E Cervantes St, Ste C Pensacola • 850-777-3334 Contact@EmpathicPractice.us EmpathicPractice.us

A great way to improve your mood, change your behavior for better, and become more productive. Our coach will help you apply mindfulness to your routines. See ad, page 5.

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MYOFASCIAL RELEASE BARBARA BRUNI

Pilates Core Training 1308 Dunmire, Pensacola 850-287-5836 PilatesCoreTraining.com

Myofascial release treats the entire myofascial mind/body complex, eliminating the pressure of the restricted myofascial system (the straight-jacket) that causes painful symptoms. LMT #MA64267. See ad, page 6.

CARING TOUCH

Janet Hardy, LMT Board Certified Myofascial Release Therapist Expert Level Santa Rosa Beach • 850-231-9131 CaringTouchTherapy.net In her 24 years of massage therapy, Janet has found the John F. Barnes’ Approach® to be the most effective and holistic treatment for the relief of pain and optimal health.

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Myofascial Release Massage Therapist LauraTyree Health in Hot Yoga Om (Downtown FWB) 850-642-1015 • LauraTyree.com A healing sanctuary that relieves stress and alleviates damage caused by tension and strain.

Fostering physical, mental and emotional relaxation, while performing postures and breathing techniques with the underlying philosophy and relaxed attitude continuing outside of the studio into life or living yoga. Classes for all levels and private classes upon request. See ad, page 27.

PHYSICIANS EMERALD COAST RHEUMATOLOGY

Aymen A Kenawy, MD 850-215-6400 3890 Jenks Ave, Lynn Haven/PC Info@ecrheum.com DrKenawy.com

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KAREN KENNEDY, MD

Board-Certified Gynecologist 1118 Gulf Breeze Pkwy, GB 7552 Navarre Pkwy, Navarre 850-916-7766 KarenKennedyMD.com Board-Certified Gynecologist MD, offering full GYN services and proud to feature MonaLisa Touch Laser, a noninvasive treatment for symptoms of low hormones or menopause. Stop suffering and start living. Call for appointment. Offices in Gulf Breeze and Navarre. See ad, page 2.

SPINE & JOINT LLC

Sheila Mohammed, MD, PhD 4507 Furling Ln, Ste 213, Destin DrSheilaMohammed.com We are a medical clinic that treats pain naturally through remedies such as prolotherapy, prolozone, ozone, platelet rich plasma and stem cell treatments. See ad, page 14.

PILATES STUDIO PILATES CORE TRAINING Barbara Bruni, Owner 1308 Dunmire, Pensacola 850-287-5836 PilatesCoreTraining.com

Feel what it feels like to move and feel good again.

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PURE PILATES

Gulf Breeze Proper 221 Gulf Breeze Pkwy • 850-932-3424 Downtown Pensacola 426 S Palafox • 850-607-2772 PurePilatesPensacola.com Join us at Pure to experience the largest Pilates studio on the coast. Variety of equipment and mat classes are offered 6 days a week. Tone your core with Pure.

PRANIC HEALING CENTER FOR PRANIC HEALING AND WELLNESS

206 Center St, Gulf Breeze 850-380-0561 PranicHealingAndWellness.com

Teaching meditation, energy healing and yoga. Group and private trainings. Pranic Healing sessions by appointment.

Energize your life. Expand your consciousness. Transform yourself. Call us. See ad, page 29.

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SKINTRINZIXS SKINCARE CENTER

348 Miracle Strip Pkwy SW, Ste 26, FWB 205-718-2611 Skintrenzixs.com $27 spa services in Fort Walton Beach. Performed by licensed cosmetologist/esthetician instructor with 33 years experience in esthetics. Voted Destin's Best Aesthetician 2018.

Where knowledge and skill meet skin, Pranic Healing sessions and aura imaging. See ad, page 31.

SP HOLISTIC SKIN CARE 4300 Bayou Blvd, Ste 22 Pensacola • 850-778-8600 SPHolisticSkincare.com

Holistic Skincare with a variety of services that revitalize and rejuvenate the skin. Indulge the senses with premium all natural and organic ingredients. Free your mind and calm your spirit.

See ad, page 33.

Therapeutic wavelengths of red and near infrared light increase blood flow, oxygen and nutrients, and increase ATP (energy). More energy, healthier skin and enhanced testosterone in men. See ad, page 17.

VIVACE ROLFING SHARALEE HOELSCHER, RCST Certified Rolfer (MA34039) Registered Craniosacral Therapist 850-450-8508 HealingWithBodywork.com

Get out of pain once and for all. Treat the source, not the symptom. Enjoy moving freely in a more organized, comfortable and balanced body. See ad, page 26.

SKIN CARE REJUVENATE AND RELAX FACIALS

Susan Blanc 400 Pickens Ave, Pensacola 850-723-8429

A Zen facial is a non-invasive skin care technique using the touch of hand to massage the face, and awaken the skins natural ability to rejuvenate.

Experience this relaxing, holistic, luxurious treatment, to tighten, plump and revitalize glowing skin while you relax and rejuvenate.

Baird Chiropractic & Med Spa 1796 Navarre Sound Circle, Navarre 850-936-8664 SuperiorHealthNavarre.com Provides the most dramatic skin results with less pain and less downtime. The results are both immediate and improve over time with multiple treatments.

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SLEEP DISORDERS DR SUSAN WELCH, FAGD

106 Wright Pkwy SW, FWB 850-243-1534 WrightParkwayDentalCenter.com

Healthy digestion, well-aligned physical structure, proper breathing and a good night's sleep begin with a healthy mouth. We treat snoring, sleep apnea and TMJ disorders, plus crowns, teeth whitening, bridges, veneers, implant restorations, aligner orthodontics, cleanings, digital X-ray imaging, CO2 laser periodontal treatment. No mercury fillings. See ads, pages 15 and 43.

Time is but the stream I go a-fishing in. ~Henry David Thoreau

SPIRITUAL CENTER UNITY OF PENSACOLA

Jamie Sanders, Minister 716 N 9th Ave, Pensacola 850-438-2277 • UnityPNS.org

Unity of Pensacola offers spiritual teachings that empower abundant and meaningful living. We provide philosophy that is spiritual, not religious, and love-based, not fear-based. Rev. Jamie Sanders offers spiritual counseling. See ad, page 14.

STEM CELL THERAPY BAIRD CHIROPRACTIC & MED SPA

1796 Navarre Sound Circle, Navarre 850-936-8664 SuperiorHealthNavarre.com Stem Cell therapy stimulates regenerative healing. Very safe and simple injection. No drugs, no surgery, no down time.

Cultivated from donated umbilical and placental tissue of healthy mothers, heavily screened for your protection.

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STRUCTURAL INTEGRATION BARBARA BRUNI Pilates Core Training 1308 Dunmire, Pensacola 850-287-5836 PilatesCoreTraining.com

Ida Rolf's 10-Series is a method of bodywork which creates profound and lasting results. Structural Integration is a method of bodywork which creates profound and lasting results. Restructure your body and discover what authentic freedom of movement feels like again. Call to schedule your session today. LMT# MA64267.

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TEACHER TRAINING PILATES AND BEYOND TEACHER TRAINING SCHOOL Barbara Bruni, Owner 1308 Dunmire, Pensacola 850-287-5836 PilatesAndBeyond.com

450-hour comprehensive training covering the fundamentals of movement, complete repertoire on the mat equipment, and includes modification movements for osteoporosis, knee and hip replacements and other various special needs.

Registered with Pilates Method Alliance Registry of School. See ad, page 6.

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THERMOGRAPHY INTEGRATIVE SOLUTIONS Dr Karen Cann, DC PT 4657 Gulf Breeze Pkwy, Ste A&B 850-916-9304 KarenCann.com

Early detection for breast cancer is vital. Thermography technology can identify areas of concern and involves no radiation or bodily contact. No prescription is required for this procedure and complements conventional screenings. See ad, page 19.

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FDA registered thermography (digital Infrared thermal imaging) offers breast screenings that are non-invasive and radiation-free, without compression or bodily contact.

Valuable for detecting early stage breast disease and more.

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ThetaHealing® Healer LauraTyree Health in Hot Yoga Om (Downtown FWB) 850-642-1015 • LauraTyree.com ThetaHealing is a meditation technique and spirituality philosophy, accepting of all religions, with the purpose of getting closer to your beliefs Creator. A holistic healing technique allowing you to clear limiting beliefs with meditation and prayer. See ad, page 27. ®

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YOGA STUDIOS DRAGONFLY YOGA STUDIES 184 Brooks St SE, Bldg 2 Downtown FWB • 850-244-0184 DragonFlyYoga.com

Serene environment for the study and practice of hatha yoga.

Certified instructors. Owner/ Director Laura Tryee, E-RYT 500. See ad, page 27.

EMPATHIC PRACTICE

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HOT YOGA OM

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