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Resilience

It’s the summer solstice as I write this letter, just two days shy of the 50th anniversary of the flood of the century, caused by Hurricane Agnes in 1972. A teenager at the time, my home town of Wilkes-Barre, in Luzerne County, was ground-zero for Agnes and became the center of national attention. Reflecting back, I feel a deeper sense of devastation and despair now than I did at the time. As young children, my siblings, friends and I, while resilient in spirit, perhaps lacked the deeper perspective and responsibilities of adulthood to fully grasp the depth of the loss and destruction.

Our neighborhood, just a mile from the Susquehanna River, was inundated, and the water level reached the ceiling of the first of our two-story home. In an adjoining neighborhood, my friend Jim’s house was ripped from its foundation and tossed on its side in a field a quarter mile away. All my friends in most of the surrounding lowlying neighborhoods were affected in similar ways.

As children, we embraced the adventure and kept moving forward. We cleaned away the mud, rebuilt our homes and lives and were forever changed by an experience that has become part of the fabric of our lives. I am emotionally affected more now by the devastation that occurred then because I recall vividly the angst and despair my father expressed at the time as he considered the choice of cleaning and repairing versus demolishing and rebuilding our home and wondering how he would provide for his family. Jim shares that the only time he ever saw his father cry was when they found their home on its side in that empty field.

In 1972, the Agnes flood was the most devastating natural disaster in U.S. history at the time. Today it ranks 10th on the list. The other profound relevance of this anniversary is the sheer reality of how quickly so much time has passed. When I was a teenager, I couldn’t imagine retiring at the end of a 30-year career, let alone thinking forward 50 years into the future.

To all of us, and to my nephews and nieces in particular, I offer encouragement to keep moving forward; embrace and share beauty and optimism in the world and be your authentic self. Fifty years from now, you’ll want to look back and be satisfied that you were resilient and did what was needed to feel good, live simply and laugh more.

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New Services at Your Yoga

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our Yoga is now offering Yoga Nidra ($15 for a 60-minute class at 6 p.m. two Sundays per month) and Restorative Yoga with Sound ($20 for a 75-minute class one Sunday per month). Owner Cynthia Johannes-Beecher advises, “Yoga Nidra and Restorative Yoga with Sound practices allow students to find blissful relaxation and often a meditative ‘sleep’. This practice supports our entire being, helping the body heal from the stressors of our day-to-day activities, work and responsibilities.

“Yoga Nidra is a form of guided meditation. Our body finds its natural state of equilibrium, the breath balances and becomes quiet and we move into a state of deep, blissful awareness. Restorative Yoga with Sound offers grounding meditation, breath practice and a gentle set of movements for the body before settling into longheld restorative yoga poses,” accompanied by the soothing sounds of singing bowls, flutes, bells, chimes, drum and voice.

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r. Tia McLaughlin, owner of Wholistically Simple Rx, is accepting clients to join in a therapeutic coaching relationship to improve their lives through functional medicine. She is a functional medicine specialist, health/life coach and pharmacist who specializes in reversing autoimmune symptoms through education and support around clean eating, a gluten-free lifestyle and intuitive eating Dr. Tia McLaughlin and lifestyle modification support for those with chronic diseases, gut health issues and celiac disease.

People working with McLaughlin have been able to break their addictions to sugar and food.

She works with people not just on managing their health, but altering their mindset about eating. Each client is given the personalized care and attention that they need. Care plans include one-on-one coaching, lab evaluations, discussions and a private group for support and questions. Coaching can last one to two hours per session.

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ara Saksek, owner of Aeroponic Alchemist, will participate as a vendor at the third annual Health and Wellness Day held at Natural Hope Herb Farm from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., July 6. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree as a registered nurse and is a master herbalist.

In addition to Aeroponic Alchemist, the health and wellness day will present a variety of vendors, organic foods and demonstrations such as beekeeping, cheese making, maple syrup making, rug making, food drying, preserving and homesteading demonstrations with herbalists and farmers.

Keynote speakers will address designing a health program, the physical seat of emotions, the effects of chronic stress and more.

Aeroponically grown herbal products can be purchased at the event or online.

Aeroponic Alchemist uses aeroponic and organically grown herbs, flowers and oils to create a variety of herbalbased products and remedies. Aeroponic gardening delivers high-density nutrients to each blend, while organic herbs are harvested with care, being mindful of the environment and responsible sourcing efforts.

Admission is free. Location: 466 Ernest Rd., Dornsife. For more information, call 717-433-4207, email AeroponicAlchemist@ gmail.com or visit AeroponicAlchemist. com. See ad, page 9.

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he Balance is now open at 2201 Forest Hills Drive, Suite 9, in Harrisburg. Owner Brenda A. Baxter is a licensed physical therapist assistant and a licensed massage therapist, which helps her understand the body’s muscles and movements. She is able to assess restrictions and provide a quality massage to help decrease pain and increase relaxation. The cost is $70 for a standard massage. A discounted rate is available with monthly membership.

In addition to full body massage, relaxation massage, hot stone massage, Himalayan hot salt-stone massage, relaxation plus targeted therapeutic massage, Baxter offers medical massage, ayurvedic, reflexology, detox and body work, and more.

For appointments and more information, call 717-877-7533, email Brenda@BalanceIsYours.com or visit BalanceIsYours.com. See ad, page 6.

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he Center of Balance will hold their premiere Holistic Holiday Retreat from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., August 27, intended to become an annual event, at Surreybrooke Gardens & Nursery.

Owner Louise Kemper calls it “a day retreat to help you recharge and find your center of balance! Enjoy therapeutic arts, journaling exercises and lunch in the beautiful gardens at Surreybrooke, followed by a recharging balance class. Then get in touch with the power of the earth working with crystals and herbs, and end the day with a drumming circle.”

Cost is $55. Location: 8610 Baltimore National Pike, Middletown, MD. Registration (required by Aug. 10) includes lunch, program takeaways and swag bag. For more information, call 717-643-1404, email centerofbalancellc@gmail.com or visit thecenterofbalancellc. com. See listing, page 33.

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle and Now Refill

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efillism is a new refill and zero waste lifestyle store in York. Owner Elizabeth Bower says, “Want to be more eco-friendly? We’re here to help. We have eco-conscious products with quality ingredients, thoughtfully sourced and carefully curated.”

Customers can bring their own bottle or jar to refill. The store also has many new bottles and jars for those just starting a refilling journey. Everything in store is also available online as well as by local pick-up. Many products in the shop are all-natural, plant-based, with no harsh chemicals, vapors or residue, 100 percent biodegradable, nontoxic to people and pets, cruelty free and made in America.

Reduce, reuse and recycle are the three environmental R’s. It is best for the planet to reduce our demand for new products. After we have reduced demand, it’s important to reuse those products that we do need, and refilling helps with this. Then if we really can’t find another use for something, it is important to dispose of it responsibly via recycling.

Location: 38 S. Beaver St., York. For more information, call 717580-2682, email Info@Refillism.com or visit Refillism.com.

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he new Blue Door Skincare and Massage wellness center is focused on healthy skincare, massage and acupuncture. Options include a healthier choice for skincare services and products, therapeutic massage and a certified acupuncturist.

Kalea Keppley, a licensed esthetician and massage therapist, says, “It is my goal to bring a higher level of service, along with comfort and professionalism, for my clients. I support local and look to be a staple in the community for years to come. Welcome to Blue Door!”

John McCarthy is a licensed acupuncturist who graduated with distinction in 2019 from the Won Institute of Graduate Studies and earned a degree as a master of acupuncture studies, acupuncture and Oriental medicine. He is a certified Kalish method functional medicine practitioner and believes in treating the whole person to create optimal health outcomes.

Location:103 S. Center St., Fredericksburg.

For more information, call 717-507-5363, email kaluak79@gmail.com or visit BlueDoor.GlossGenius.com. See ad, page 27.

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Family Days on the Farm 2022

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he Community Alliance For Responsible Eco-farming (CARE) will present the 11th annual Family Days on the Farm from 4 to 8 p.m., July 29, and 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., July 30, at the Melvin Stoltzfus Farm.

There will be educational seminars, homemakers’ advice, farmstead ideas, children’s activities, including a petting zoo and corn box, healthy baking, vegetable growing and more.

Friday night features a keynote address by Mary Tocco, followed on Saturday by more than 30 workshops, panel discussions and a keynote by Jack Fuhrmann.

Admission is free. Location: 199 Brick Mill Rd., Christiana. For more information, call 717-345-2684, ext. 827.

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irefly Hollow Holistic Wellness Center has hired a new massage therapist, Abbe Baker, for those seeking prenatal or deep tissue massage with a top-rated therapeutically trained therapist. Firefly Hollow Holistic Wellness Center specializes in therapeutic, medically based massage and relaxation massage practices.

Baker graduated from the Harrisburg Area Community College massage therapy program in 2021 and believes massage is not only relaxing, but plays an important role of holistic healing and pain reduction. For the past four years, she has gained hands-on experience working as a chiropractic assistant preparing clients for adjustments. She enjoys the detail work required to focus on common problem areas like the neck and lower back during her integrative massage sessions.

Location: 200 Farm Lane, York. For appointments and more information, call 717-814-9136, email FireflyHollowWellness@gmail. com or visit FireflyHollowWellness.com. See ads, pages 3 and 27.

New Visions Expo Continues to Evolve

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he New Visions Holistic Expo is Celebrating 20 years from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., August 13, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., August 14, at York Fairgrounds Memorial Hall East, and has new sponsors/directors.

There will be more than 80 vendors, free lectures, like-minded community and more.

New Visions Books & Gifts has been more than just a bookstore and a pillar of the South-Central Pennsylvania Holistic & Conscious living community, offering resources, education, products and community events for 35 years. The owners started the Holistic Expo (formerly Celebration of Life Holistic Expo) in 1999. Owner Robert Hall has worked closely with Matt Suter and Kara Lovehart, owners of Firefly Hollow Holistic Wellness Center, over the years and celebrating his 70th year, is retiring from expo duties and handing the torch to them to continue the tradition of holding this fabulous annual holistic event.

Cost is $7/day or $10 for both. Location: 334 Carlisle Ave., York.

For tickets, visit FireflyHollowWellness.com/new-visions-holisticexpo. For more information, call 717-814-9136 or email FireflyHollowWellness@gmail.com. See ad, page 2.

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In-Person Classes are Back at Just Plain Yoga

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ust Plain Yoga Studio has moved to 300 Corporate Center Drive, Suite 102, in Camp Hill, for inperson yoga classes with plenty of space, parking and natural light.

Owner Tina Stroh says, “Just Plain Yoga has been serving the community since 2003. The pandemic caused us to have to go virtual for two months. Now we are back for in person classes and community.” They have won the distinction of Susquehanna Style Best Yoga Studio for several years, including 2022.

“In a partnership of community support, we are also currently conducting classes from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Saturdays and 11 a.m. to noon Sundays at Zero Day Brewing Company, at 250 Reily Street, in Harrisburg, and anyone who attends class there receives 10 percent off their brunch/lunch bill at Zero Day,” says Stroh.

For more information, call 717-975-9642, email Tina@JustPlainYoga.com or visit JustPlainYoga.com.

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Red Light Therapy at Natural Paths to Wellness

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atural Paths to Wellness is introducing red light therapy for targeted fat loss and body sculpting.

A 30-minute session combines red light therapy with lymphatic stimulation for the best results in body sculpting and detoxification. Owner Jessica Shoemaker, ND, says, “We are excited to offer red light therapy as a standalone treatment for our clients who want an extra advantage to look and feel your best.” Sessions include a guide for nutrition, exercise and hydration to get the best results and maintain them.

Targeted red light therapy and lymphatic stimulation are a potent combination for shrinking fat cells and enhanced detoxification. Red LED lights accelerate the release of glycerol, free fatty acids and toxins from the fat cells into the lymphatic system. Then, lymphatic stimulation accomplished by whole body vibration facilitates the removal and transport of these substances to ultimately be burned for energy. Additionally, the vibration can improve balance, bone density, circulation and core strength.

Location: 1524 Cedar Cliff Dr., Camp Hill. For appointments and more information, call 717-494-4500, email Admin@NaturalPathsToWellness.com or visit NaturalPathsToWellness.com/red-light-therapy. See ad, page 9.

Alexander Technique at Carlisle Bowenwork

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oe Schaefer, an AmSAT-certified Alexander Technique teacher with a passion for making movement easier for others, has joined the team at Carlisle Bowenwork to offer lessons. He has an intense interest in helping individuals avoid the hazards of improper and inefficient posture and movement.

The Alexander Technique is a form of movement re-education Joe Schaefer with client developed by F.M. Alexander (1869-1955) as a way of unlearning harmful habits of movement and posture. When these unconscious habits are not addressed and left unchecked, they can distort the body and mind. By learning how to not interfere with the body’s natural coordination, the Alexander Technique fosters lasting change. Benefits include lessening of daily aches and pains, improved posture and alignment, a better sense of balance and body awareness, increased confidence and well-being, and freedom and ease in movement.

Cost is $80 per lesson. Location: 616 W. Main St., Mechanicsburg.

For more information, call 717-386-8279 or visit CarlisleBowenworkPA.com. See listing, page 33.

Celebrating Inclusion for All Abilities he Inclusion Festival, from July 15 through 17 at Kempton Fairgrounds, in Kempton, offers a unique, immersive and fully inclusive experience using music and recreation to normalize disability and strengthen unity among diverse populations.

All donations benefit nonprofit Accessible Festivals, dedicated to making communities stronger by ensuring music and recreation is accessible to all abilities.

With sensory-friendly live music, a wide variety of educational and recreational workshops, camping, collaborative art, relaxation areas, a community resource fair and more, all presented in an environment designed to be accessible for all, the festival also includes virtual components to increase accessibility for those unable to attend the live event.

This year’s lineup includes The Mantras, a rock band with global influences, Yam Yam, a blend of jazz, jam, funk and soul from Harrisburg, award-winning blind recording artist and advocate Lachi, funky Philadelphia brass band Snacktime, featuring disabled musician Ryan Gilfillian, and many more.

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Location: 611 Siegfriedale Rd., in Kutztown. To register, visit RodaleInstitute.org/visit/organic-field-day.

For more information, call 610-683-1400 or visit RodaleInstitute.org.

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Although most Americans eat only one-third of the recommended amount, nutrient-rich, whole grains already have been shown to play a key role in safeguarding against obesity and metabolic syndrome. Two new studies establish their positive effect on cardiovascular and liver health, as well. Researchers from Columbia University that followed 4,125 older adults for 25 years found that lower inflammation and fewer cardiovascular incidents were correlated with higher amounts of fiber in the diet— particularly from wheat, barley, oats and other grains—rather than from fruits and vegetables. And a Chinese study in The Journal of Nutrition Researchers tested the blood of 1,880 people, half of which had nonalcoholic fatty liver disease, to look for markers of whole grain consumption. The subjects that ate more whole grains had a significantly reduced risk of developing the liver disease.

Don’t Assume Selfies Show True Facial Features

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The more than 100 million cell phone selfies taken every day have produced an unanticipated outcome: a documented uptick in plastic surgery.

Younger women in particular are increasingly showing cosmetic surgeons their selfies to demonstrate why they want to change the size or shape of their nose, but these concerns may be based on a distorted perception because selfies distort facial features, say researchers from the University of Texas Southwestern.

In their study involving 30 subjects, they took one photo 12 inches from the face with the arm bent and another at 18 inches with the arm straight. When comparing the 12-inch selfies against a third photo taken five feet away, the researchers found that, on average, the nose appeared over 6 percent longer and the chin seemed 12 percent shorter. This created a distortion total of over 17 percent in the nose-to-chin ratio.

Selfies also made the base of the nose appear wider relative to the width of the face. “If young people are using selfies as their only guide, they may be coming to plastic surgeons to fix problems that don’t exist except in the world of social media,” says study leader Bardia Amirlak, M.D. July 2022

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Practice Sitting Tai Chi to Recover from a Stroke

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Tai chi, an ancient Chinese martial art, typically involves moving the arms and feet in intricate, slow patterns, but a new study in the American Heart Association journal Stroke found that doing the hand and shoulder movements while sitting in a chair produced significant physical and mental benefits for stroke survivors. Researchers at the Yunnan University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, in China, found that after 12 weeks of performing sitting tai chi, 69 stroke patients had better hand and arm function, better sitting balance, a wider range of shoulder motion, less depression and a better quality of life compared to 65 people in a standard stroke rehab program. More than half of those doing the sitting tai chi continued to practice it after the study ended, with continued improvement.

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Pandemic Trends are Shaping Better Local Food Systems

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ike so much else on the planet, the two-year coronavirus pandemic turned the health food world upside-down.

“I found myself thinking real dystopian and wondering if people would be able to survive if grocery stores crumbled,” recalls Diana Mondragón, of Rockford, Illinois. “That scary thought train reminded me that I want to learn how to be more self-sustainable.” Her once-occasional drop-bys to farmers markets are now an essential weekly ritual. “I want to support local farmers and food producers to help communities grow stronger and healthier,” she says.

When the long supply chains of the conventional food system became disrupted, many Americans found themselves feeling insecure about food availability for the first time in their lives.

The industrialized food system that had operated so efficiently for many generations had relied on long and complicated supply links; when they broke down or became gridlocked, the result was empty supermarket shelves and long waits for home deliveries.

Add the economic repercussions and job losses, and about one in nine households lacked enough nutritious food to sustain a healthy life, report researchers from New York University.

Faced with the system’s shortcomings, a noteworthy outcome has been a surge in demand for healthier food production using sustainable and humane practices. Unable to drop by a nearby grocery store and get whatever they wanted whenever they wanted it, many consumers began buying locally grown produce for both practical and environmental reasons. After two high-growth decades, farmers markets initially took a hit during pandemic closures, but they have since bounced back with renewed energy. A wide range of innovative solutions are being pursued by e-commerce entrepreneurs and food-equity advocates to get healthier local food into more hands and more neighborhoods.

Surging Concerns Sales of natural and organic products in the U.S. grew by about 10 percent in 2020, the year of the COVID-19 outbreak, and by another 8 percent in 2021, reports SPINS, a Chicago-based data research firm, in Nutrition Business Journal. Sales growth in that sector was six to seven times larger than for conventional products, which experienced barely any sales growth at all.

Helping spur the trend, cheap food at supermarkets isn’t so cheap anymore, making organic food look better by comparison. The research company Data Weave reported in March that conventional food prices jumped by 11 percent in the previous 12 months of the pandemic, while prices for organic food increased by a relatively modest 2 to 4 percent.

The price pressures on conventional food “will continue to go up rapidly,” says Matt Tortora, co-founder of WhatsGood, a Rhode Island-based food e-commerce company. “The war between Russia and Ukraine is going to exacerbate that issue. And it seems like most of what’s going on in the world is going to affect our global supply chains even further, and in more profound ways than just our gas pump.”

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The dominance of supermarkets and big-box stores in the years following World War II greatly diminished supply and demand of farm-fresh local food. A back-to-the-future trend that started taking hold a generation ago spurred a five-fold increase in the number of farmers markets across the nation, along with a proliferation of farms selling community supported agriculture subscriptions that delivered weekly batches of fresh produce to members.

These increased sales enabled many small farmers to offset the body blow from business lost due to pandemic-related restaurant shutdowns; a number of them thrived, with record sales.

The signs for the 2022 outdoor market season have been encouraging. Green City Market, widely regarded as Chicago’s premier farmers market, reported more than 13,000 visitors in a six-hour span on May 7, even though the weather was still on the cool side and few spring crops were in season after a chilly and wet April.

At the same time, a previously little-used conduit for local health food sales—e-commerce—shows signs of spurring long-term growth. Some individual producers nimbly built out their webbased product sales by also providing home delivery, previously a rarity in the local food scene. For example, the e-commerce site Avrom Farm (AvromFarm.com), of Ripon, Wisconsin, sells not only its own products, but also goods from other farmers, and Three Sisters Garden, of Kankakee, Illinois, which raises specialty vegetables, has converted entirely to e-commerce and home delivery.

Taking this concept to the next level is WhatsGood, which in 2014 began providing home delivery and pickup services for farmers markets in several cities. In the pandemic, the company became a lifeline to connect farmers with consumers at a time when stay-at-home orders and social distancing concerns hampered or closed farmers markets.

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Late last year, WhatsGood introduced a new business model that bypasses farmers markets to allow consumers to order goods online directly from farmers for home delivery.

SourceWhatsGood.com now operates in 21 states. Tortora estimates that demand for local food is about 12 times greater than it was before the pandemic, even as supermarkets again start stocking more faraway-grown, conventional produce.

Even Better for the Planet While the pandemic created a sense of urgency about healthier eating, it also elevated concerns about the health of the living environment. An April 2022 study issued by New York University’s Stern Center for Sustainable Business found that products specifically marketed as sustainable had a 17 percent share of the market for consumer-packaged goods, up from 13.3 percent in 2015. Nearly half of all products introduced in 2021 touted sustainability benefits, up from 28 percent in 2017. Organic food sales in 2021 amounted to $51 billion; 30 years earlier, that market was estimated at a mere $1 billion, says the SPINS report.

Now there is growing support to take stewardship of the land to the next level through regenerative agriculture practices which focus on building and maintaining the health and biological vitality of the nation’s soils, and in some cases, means restoring soils stripped of their vitality by conventional farming practices. It has been most heavily promoted by the Rodale Institute, based in Emmaus, Pennsylvania, which has developed standards for a Regenerative Organic Certified food label.

The sustainability issue resonates deeply with people like Katlin Smith, founder and CEO of Chicago-based Simple Mills, a 10-year-old company that’s widely recognized as the preeminent natural baking mix brand nationally. “I started the company after seeing what a huge impact food has on all of our bodies, and I realized how much we had processed the heck out of our food. And it was really undermining people’s health,” she says.

In the last two years, the company has expanded its focus to work with farmers to improve soil health and biodiversity, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. It recently joined forces with the frozen smoothie company Daily Harvest and glutenfree frozen pizza maker Capello’s to advance regenerative soil practices in almond growing. “Regenerative agriculture is really just growing food in a way that leans into nature and builds a healthy ecosystem for all who are involved,” says Smith.

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Supplying Underserved Communities Local food communities around the country are also playing an increasingly dynamic role in addressing food equity, access and security issues. Less than a decade ago, fewer than half of all farmers markets nationwide accepted federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits for purchases. Today, backed by U.S. Department of Agriculture funding, most do, with many markets accepting state-backed debit cards. To further increase access to locally produced food for lower-income families, many states provide matching shopping funds up to a certain limit, as do programs run by nonprofit organizations such as California’s Market Match and Double Up Bucks, run by the Michigan Fair Food Network.

To get healthy produce to people that live in urban “food deserts”, nonprofits are pioneering creative approaches. The Urban Growers Collective operates eight farms on 11 acres of land on Chicago’s Southside that combine education, training and leadership development with the growth of organic crops, which are then driven in a “Fresh Moves” bus to local community and health centers, and churches. Founded by food justice advocates Laurell Sims and Erika Allen, the Collective worked with a coalition of nonprofits during the pandemic to deliver boxes of free food to households in underserved neighborhoods across the city. The pandemic “forced us to do some of the things we’d been talking about, but said we don’t have time yet.

We just dived in,” Sims says.

The dramatic impact of the COVID-19 crisis drove up local interest in the Collective’s community gardens, with the number of volunteers jumping from 10 to 50. “It made a lot of people realize this ain’t no joke. People close to us were passing away,” says farm manager Malcolm Evans, who started volunteering for the Collective a decade ago as a teenager growing up in a nearby public housing project. “People wanted to really know how to grow food. We’ve been doing it for years, trying to bring this to folks’ attention. Everybody needs to understand food and know where it comes from.”

Bob Benenson is publisher and writer of Local Food Forum, a newsletter that covers all aspects of the local food community in the Chicago region. He can be contacted at Bob@LocalFood Forum.com.

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Flower Power EDIBLE BLOOMS ADD FLAVOR AND COLOR TO SUMMER FARE

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ruits, leaves, stems and roots are commonly eaten as part of a plantbased, farm-to-table diet, but until recently, the only flowers on the table were in a vase. Today’s health-conscious foodies are finding edible flowers to be a fantastic way to eat the rainbow, adding fun flavors and colors to all sorts of dishes.

Urban homesteader Holly Capelle turned her family’s backyard in the Portland, Oregon, suburbs into expansive edible gardens, enjoyed by their flowereating chickens and children alike. “We grow everything from seed, including 15 to 20 edible flower varieties, from spring through fall,” says Capelle. “I love to grow edible flowers for two reasons: one, to eat, and second, for the natural pest control they provide. I think of flowers as a beautiful army that I can eat along the way.”

Capelle’s favorite edible flowers are pansies and violets, as they “pop up again and again all growing season and make a beautiful garnish without overpowering flavor.” The home gardener likes to freeze the fresh flowers in ice cubes, press them on the outside of herb butter or dry them between pieces of wax paper to later add to the tops of homemade chocolate bars, along with dehydrated strawberries, lemon balm, mint or other botanical flavors.

The family’s fowl get in on the flower fun, too. “We make frozen treats for the chickens out of edible flowers, corn and strawberries, which they love in summer.

We also add dried flowers like marigolds to their nesting boxes,” she says, adding that marigolds, with their bright orange hues and distinct flavor, are great in scrambled eggs or as a substitute for saffron.

For larger blooms like sunflowers, Capelle recommends pulling off the often-hard centers. “I often see whole zinnias on edible cakes, but no one wants to eat an entire zinnia. With daisies, for example, I will pull off the petals and recreate the flower on top of a dish, using peppercorns or chocolate chips in place of the center,” she says.

Capelle also loves chamomile for its distinctive, apple-like flavor that has the “feel of fall,” and dianthus, with a slightly spicy taste like cloves. “Nasturtiums are another super defender in the garden, with a delicious peppery flavor and nice orange pop of color in a salad,” she adds.

“Flowers brighten any dish up, especially hors d’oeuvres, omelets and soups. Pea soup is an ugly soup, but sprinkle some microgreens and a viola on top and it’s beautiful,” says Jan

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Bell, of Gilbertie’s Organics, in Easton, Connecticut. The 34-acre farm, which recently celebrated its 100th anniversary, grows herbs, vegetables and microgreens in 24 greenhouses, including a microgreen blend with nasturtium and viola flowers.

“If you pick the flowers on herbs, the plant will grow better and last longer,” Bell adds.

Flowers like wild violets, chive blossoms and common milkweed can add bold color and flavor to vinegar with pinkish purple hues that power up salad dressings. Bell also likes to dry chive flowers to use year-round. “They are a nice purple sprinkle to add to dishes when things are boring in winter,” she says.

Marie Viljoen, a New York City forager, chef and author of the cookbook Forage, Harvest, Feast: A Wild-Inspired Cuisine, incorporates numerous wild and cultivated flowers, including tree flowers like magnolia and black locust, into her hyperlocal, seasonal meals.

Even common garden roses can add a delicious dimension to dishes and drinks, according to Viljoen. “I like to ferment roses into a simple soda, using organically grown rose petals, honey or sugar and tap water. It’s ready within a few days, or else you can leave to ferment a few months to make a sipping vinegar,” she says. “You can also combine really fragrant rose petals with a neutral honey like clover, then strain after a few days for a rose water essence you can add to yogurt or other dishes.” Viljoen also uses rose petals as edible garnishes for deviled eggs or as edible plates for goat cheese balls on her gourmet picnics.

Some flowers are for the eyes only, however. Many can be poisonous, so it’s important to ensure a particular species is edible before digging in. Viljoen also advises carefully distinguishing between poisonous lookalikes when foraging: A delicious daylily and a toxic true lily look similar, but are in different plant families, for example. She also says to look for organically grown flowers that haven’t been sprayed with pesticides.

Connect with Washington, D.C., freelance writer April Thompson at AprilWrites.com.

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Cool Treats for Hot Days

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Making frozen pops can be as easy as mashing fruits and other ingredients in a bowl, pouring the mixture into molds and freezing them. A blender or a food processor can be used to make a smoother mix, with parents supervising younger kids. Older children that know how to use small appliances can safely blend—and clean up—without superviby Sheila Julson sion. Wegner LeFort notes that young kids might enjoy straightforward flavor combinations, but older kids with more developed palates can experiment with herbs or exotic concoctions.

Parents can deftly blend vegetables and herbs into frozen pops and refreshing summer smoothies without being detected by finicky eaters. She recommends adding spinach to fruit blends with berries or dark-colored fruits: “You don’t even really see the greens. They are overtaken by the blue and purple fruits.”

Beets or beet juice, which is high in iron and vitamins, also add a beautiful color to berry blends. Cooked and mashed sweet potatoes lend a vibrant orange to red and yellow blends made with strawberries or pineapple.

Gwen Eberly, a Lancaster, Pennsylvania-based chef who teaches cooking to kids and teens through the Zest! cooking school, recalls making healthy, decadent, frozen orange cream pops with her mother and enjoying them on her farmhouse porch on hot summer days.

“The original orange cream pops recipe came from a cookbook called More With Less, a compilation of recipes offered by Mennonite women in the 1970s,” Eberly any of us have fond childhood memories of cool confections from the - neigh borhood icecream truck on sultry summer days. By creating homemade, says. She made them with her own children when they were young, and hot-weather treats with our kids, we get to enjoy the delights of fresh, seasonal they became a family favorite. Now, as produce and inventive avor combinations, while also providing our kids with kitchen they make the treats themfun, healthy fare without unwelcome additives and summertime memories of theirteenagers, own. “ere are plenty of frozen treats from the grocery store that are in the natural or selves all year long. organic categories, but sometimes those still have levels of sweeteners, sugar - or other pre Other simple cool snacks include servatives that we don’t want or need,” says Annie Wegner LeFort, a Milwaukee-based chef monkey tails—frozen bananas rolled in and founder of the healthy living business EatMoveMKE.com.

She has been making frozen melted chocolate. “That’s a simple and pops for her13-year-old daughter Vera since she was a toddler. Anything that is - homehealthy treat that can be topped with nuts made is more economical and has less packaging, Wegner LeFort says. Pop moldsorcan be If you use dark chocolate, that seeds. used over and over, and even cups can be used and reused as molds to reduce waste. helps cut down on sugar,” Wegner LeFort galitskaya/AdobeStock.com

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advises. Ice cream sandwiches can be made with either store-bought or homemade cookies and ice cream. “Those have endless options for creativity and different flavor combinations.”

Jessi Walter Brelsford, founder and “Chief Bud” at the cooking school Taste Buds Kitchen, based in New York City, recommends putting a fun twist on fruit salad with Rainbow Kabobs, which parents and kids can make together.

“Our recipe uses fresh, summer favorites like strawberries, cantaloupe, kiwis and blueberries, but depending on your family’s preferences, you can easily make these with any fruit sturdy enough to go on the skewers,” she says.

“Kids love helping out, so get them even more excited to be involved by using cool tools together, like a melon baller or crinkle cutter. It will help them practice fine motor skills and pattern recognition by threading the fruits onto the skewers in specific patterns.”

With a little encouragement and experimentation, kids will be proudly and happily creating their own delicious and healthy summer snacks.

Sheila Julson is a freelance writer and regular contributor to Natural Awakenings magazine.

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Earth-Friendly Hiking Hiking in the great outdoors is undoubtedly one of the most enjoyable sports on Earth, especially in the summertime, when the weather is temperate and the sun shines upon us. Unfortunately, nature’s charm can quickly fade when we stumble upon empty beverage cans, plastic sandwich bags or even worse, somebody’s still-smoldering cigarette butt, which could so easily become the next uncontrollable wildfire.

As stewards of the environment (and kind human beings), it’s important that we hike responsibly, leaving no detritus behind, respecting wildlife and preserving the pristine setting for everyone to enjoy. Here are a few tips for treading lightly on the next hiking trip.

Avoid overcrowded places. The most popular national parks and hiking trails have been hosting a recordbreaking number of visitors lately, severely stressing the flora and fauna.

Consider exploring less trafficked spots so that these areas can recover.

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Stay close to home. Choose a trail close by to cut down on travel-related carbon emissions. For most of us, a beautiful natural setting is usually a short walk or bike ride away.

Use sustainable gear. Wear outdoor gear by eco-friendly brands that strive to lower the carbon footprint in their sourcing, manufacturing and shipping practices, such as Patagonia or Merrell.

Don’t litter. Leave no trash on the trail, including biodegradable items or food scraps, which could negatively impact wildlife. Remember to bring a bag on the walk to carry all refuse home—score extra points for picking up items that someone else might have left behind.

Pack responsibly. Limit waste by wrapping homemade snacks and beverages in reusable bags and containers. Bring bamboo utensils.

Bring a reusable water bottle. Single-use water bottles are out. Bring a lightweight, reusable bottle. For longer hikes near fresh water sources, invest in an on-the-go water filter.

Ditch chemical products. Use chemical-free sunscreens and insect repellents to keep toxins out of the environment. This is especially important when taking an outdoor swim.

Don’t take a souvenir. Resist the temptation to handle, move or take home items found on the trail. Rocks, shells, a handful of sand, pinecones, flowers—they’re all integral parts of the ecosystem, serving as food and habitat for wildlife.

Stick to the trail to avoid trampling plants or causing other unintentional damage.

Don’t engage with the animals.

Getting uncomfortably close to touch, photograph or feed wild animals is a big no-no.

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That Natural Glow RADIANT SKIN WITH FEWER HEALTH RISKS

by Marlaina Donato

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or basic hygiene and improved appearance, we wash, slather, hydrate, scrub and cover up, often forgetting that our skin is our largest organ and much of what we expose it to can be absorbed and accumulated in the body over time. If we are using products with potentially toxic additives, we are putting ourselves at a higher risk for hormone disruption, reproductive cancers and allergic reactions.

Many chemicals that have been banned or controlled in Japan and some European countries are still being used on an unregulated basis in the U.S. Even products labeled “organic” and “natural” can have harmful elements alongside the good stuff. Recent research from the University of Vermont Cancer Center has linked phthalates, the “forever chemicals” used as bonding agents in many personal care products, to a higher risk of cancers in children. The encouraging news is that with a little savvy preparation, these hazardous ingredients can be avoided, and we can have glowing skin with fewer health risks.

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Being an informed consumer is important when it comes to what goes into the body, and reading labels is just as vital for what’s applied on the outside. “The beauty industry can become fascinated with chemical-based ‘quick-fixes,’ but so often what you find is that these interventions can have long-lasting effects that may actually damage the skin,” says Tammy Fender, founder of Tammy Fender Holistic Skincare, in West Palm Beach, Florida.

Liver-compromising and potentially cancer-causing formaldehyde, phthalates and parabens are plentiful in shampoos (including baby shampoo), soaps, deodorants, antiperspirants, body lotions and moisturizers, and have been linked to breast cancer and other malignancies, kidney damage and depression. While some sources claim these substances to be low-risk due to minimal amounts in skin care products, looking at the broader picture can be disturbing when we consider long-term use and the number of products used daily.

On a superficial level, the skin just responds better when it is exposed to fewer toxins. “Our skin is our biggest organ and absorbs up to 60 percent of whatever you put on it. When you eat healthy, your body feels great. The same goes for your skin,” says Shannon Reagan, owner of Glimmer Goddess Organic Skin Care, in Frisco, Texas.

“Throughout my life, I’ve tried just about every product in the stores looking for something that wouldn’t irritate my skin. I found that the cleaner the products, the better my skin looked and felt.”

What Our Skin Loves An outstanding resource for information about a particular product’s safety is the Environmental Working Group’s Skin Deep database at EWG.org/skindeep, which evaluates and grades more than 88,000 personal care products for toxicity. When shopping online or in a store, nixing any that have long, difficult-to-pronounce ingredients is key. Any label that simply lists “fragrance” is also a red flag for hundreds of possible chemicals. Instead, opt for skin care products with Latin botanical names for herbal and essential oil-based scents.

“Natural products may cost a bit more than store brands, but the benefits far outweigh the incremental cost. They contain vitamins, phytonutrients, antioxidants and flavonoids that help heal, rejuvenate and protect skin,” says Reagan.

Fender, a holistic aesthetician and pioneer of clean skin care, concurs, “There is so much care that comes through the plants. Nature is generous.” Her favorite go-to ingredients in her organic skin care line range from white lily to citrus. “I love rose for its powerful rejuvenating benefits. I also love chamomile, an ancient calming and soothing remedy, which is so beneficial for sensitive skin.”

Fun in the Sun Chemicals found in conventional sunscreens such as avobenzone, homosalate, octinoxate, oxybenzone and PABA activate free radicals in the body, but natural sunscreens offer total protection without the elevated cancer risk. Reagan, whose products offer broad-spectrum sun protection, explains, “Chemical sunscreens are absorbed into the skin while natural sunscreens (mineral-based) sit on top of your skin, blocking the sun’s rays at the surface. Natural sunscreens such as zinc oxide and non-nano titanium dioxide are usually thick like a body lotion texture. They work by reflecting UVA/UVB rays away from the skin and start to work right away.”

Essential oils like red raspberry seed and carrot seed are also reliable ingredients to look for in any natural sunscreen, and may even be helpful for certain types of precancerous skin lesions caused by UVA/UVB rays.

Overall, healthy skin comes from a well-balanced lifestyle. For Fender, it is truly a holistic approach. “I love how inspired and educated my clients are these days. They come to the treatment room with insightful questions, and they understand that caring for the skin is not separate from caring for the soul.”

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ANTI-ANXIETY TIPS FOR DOGS

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hen they signed the Declaration of Independence, little did our country’s founders know that more than two centuries later, their revolutionary act would lead to millions of dogs trembling, cringing and running for cover. As many as 45 percent of American pet dogs are struck with “fireworks phobia”, studies show, and more dogs run away over the July Fourth holiday than at any other time of the year, report animal control officials.

The kind of situational anxiety caused by sudden loud noises can affect almost any dog, but it happens most often to those pets predisposed to anxious behavior because of breeding or troubled pasts. A new study in Frontiers in Veterinary Science from the University of California, Davis, has found that even common noises such as a vacuum, microwave or beeping smoke alarm can trigger anxiety in many dogs, and that many owners don’t recognize subtle signs.

“Monitor your dog’s behavior for anything unusual, such as excessive barking, panting, shaking, trembling, licking or drooling,” advises John Woods, a New York City professional dog trainer and editor-inchief of AllThingsDogs.com. “Also look for cues in your dog’s body language, paying particular attention to their eyes, ears, mouth and tail for other signs of anxiety or discomfort.”

Happily, research shows that a number of strategies can help soothe anxious pooches both from immediate terror and ongoing anxiety.

TURN IT AROUND. Swiss scientists at the University of Bern’s Companion Animal Behavior Group that analyzed the New Year’s fireworks strategies of 1,225 dog owners concluded that the most effective method was what they called “counterconditioning”—turning a negative into a positive with treats. As the fireworks exploded, these owners played with their dogs, gave them chews and treats, and expressed positive emotions; their dogs were on average 70 percent less anxious. The method works best when a dog’s calmness is reinforced on a daily basis, say the researchers.

Megan Marrs, an Austin, Texas, dog trainer and founder of K9OfMine.com, lowered her rescue pit bull’s anxious behavior by giving him cold, chewable treats whenever he calmly sat on his bed and didn’t cause trouble. “This did require keeping treats on me at all times, but it worked wonders,” she says.

IT’S A WRAP. The Swiss study also found that 44 percent of dogs became calmer during fireworks after being wrapped in a tight-fitting pressure vest. Sold commercially under such names as ThunderShirt and Anxiety Wrap, the vests can also be easily improvised at home by following YouTube videos. A tight wrap helped soothe the trembling of Zed, the

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Studies have confirmed that music can ease situational anxiety for up to half of dogs, but the genre matters: classical soothes, heavy metal agitates.

Japanese Chin of Amy Tokic, editor-in-chief of the Toronto-based PetGuide.com. “He’s still not comfortable with loud noises, but when he’s snuggly swaddled, he doesn’t get into a panic state over it,” she says.

PLAY MELLOW MELODIES. Studies have confirmed that music can ease situational anxiety for up to half of dogs, but the genre matters: classical soothes, heavy metal agitates.

Researchers at Pooch & Mutt, a British natural-health dog food maker, surveyed Spotify playlists and concluded that the ultimate calming songs for dogs were reggae and soft rock, because of their simple arrangements, minimal electronic orchestration and gentle beats that match the heartbeat of a puppy’s mother. “The wrong music or music that is being played too loud has the potential to upset your dog,” warns London veterinary surgeon Linda Simon.

THE SWEET SMELL OF SAFETY. The sense of smell in dogs is 10,000 times greater than that of humans, so the right scent—like of their lactating mother—can comfort them.

Pheromones are synthetic or herbal formulations in sprays, collars, plug-in diffusers or

MORE HOME REMEDIES Pharmaceuticals are widely prescribed by veterinarians for highly anxious dogs and have a study-proven track record, but come with side effects. For example, the sedative acepromazine (ACP) actually increases noise sensitivity in dogs while lowering their ability to respond. Another sedative, dexmedetomidine (Dexdomitor), can pose serious health risks even at low doses.

Natural remedies, although seldom backed by large, double-blind clinical studies, have done well in smaller studies, pose few potential dangers and have proven their worth to many pet parents. It may take trial-and-error to find what works, a process that holistic veterinarians can help fast-track.

These approaches may be worth trying out at home: CBD. This non-psychoactive compound of the hemp plant, increasingly used for canine pain management, has been shown in some studies to calm dogs. It’s best to choose a high-grade, broad-spectrum, organic product in a tincture or oil form so the amount can be adjusted drop by drop, advises the American Kennel Society.

wet wipes that replicate nursing scents, and studies have found them effective for many dogs during fireworks, thunderstorms, and for mild anxiety. Jeraldin Paredes, a New York City professional dog sitter at TalkTheBark.com, suggests simply using an old T-shirt to bundle up a pooch during a highstress situation or to put as a “baby blanket” into their favorite hiding place. “That way, no matter where they hide, a piece of you is always with them,” she explains.

SPEAK STRAIGHT. “Simply speaking with your pet can make a huge difference in their anxiety,” says animal communicator Nancy Mello, in Mystic, Connecticut.

“Don’t just say goodbye to them, but tell them how long you will be gone and when you will be back. Use a visualization: ‘I will be home at 7 p.m.,’ while visualizing your house at dark. Or say to an anxious pet, ‘You are safe,’ on a daily basis. Even if your pet doesn’t get the exact wording, they understand the connotation behind it.”

Health writer Ronica O’Hara can be contacted at OHaraRonica@gmail.com.

PHEROMONES. The collars, sprays, mists, wipes and diffusers that deliver a calming scent to a dog have been found effective for many, but not all, anxious dogs in situations of loud noises, car travel and vet’s offices. Sprays work quickly, but last only a few hours; plug-in diffusers can be effective for as long as a month. Many are synthetic, petroleum-based products. Instead, look for pheromone products that employ essential oils, with one caveat: use caution if cats are around, because some essential oils are toxic to them. For a DIY approach, dab a drop of vanilla, coconut, valerian or ginger essential oil onto a bandana and if the dog likes the scent, tie the bandana around its neck. A British study in Applied Animal Behaviour Science found those scents lowered barking and excessive activity in shelter dogs.

FISH OIL. Purina researchers found that adding DHA-rich fish oil to the diet of 24 anxious Labradors for 12 weeks reduced cortisol responses and lowered their heart rate during anxiety-provoking events for 21 of the dogs; it cut by almost half the time they spent jumping, pacing, spinning and barking. A general guideline is 300 milligrams of combined EPA/DHA per 30 pounds of a dog’s body weight. Other commonly used supplements to discuss with a veterinarian are L-theanine and L-tryptophan, amino acids shown to help calm down dogs with mild to moderate anxiety.

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Source of Light Event – Aug 5-6. 3-6pm, Fri; 9am-4pm, Sat. Enjoy time in the community of healers and mediums. Astrology, Animal communication, psychic readers, gemstone reiki healing, tarot and much more. New this year: Food stand and merchandise vendors. Schedule a reading prior to the event for best offerings.

Free. Unity of Palmyra, 37 E Main St, Palmyra.

717-838-7808. Details: UnityOfPalmyra.org.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 13 New Visions Holistic Expo – Aug 13-14. 10am6pm, Sat; 10am-5pm. Experience more than 80 vendors, free lectures, like-minded community and more. $7/day; $10/both. Memorial Hall, York Fair Expo Center, 334 Carlisle Ave, York. For tickets: 717-814-9136 or FireflyHollowWellness.com.

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This print guide connects you to local leaders in our community.

The u symbol at the end of a listing indicates the practitioner also has a Premium Online Business Listing in the Directory at NaturalCentralPA.com, where they share more information, offers, coupons, reviews, events, articles, videos and photos. For a compilation of all premium online business listings in the Online Directory & Local Guides, see page 17.

ACUPUNCTURE CENTRAL PENN ACUPUNCTURE AND WELLNESS

Carolyn Romako 940 Century Dr, Ste D, Mechanicsburg 717- 610-4911 • CentralPennAcupuncture.com We’ve been Central Pennsylvania’s center for compassionate, thorough and evidence-based acupuncture for 10 years. Our location is easily accessible with evening and weekend hours. Specialties include pain management and women’s health.

GIDDINGS ACUPUNCTURE PRACTICE, LLC AND ZEN & NOW APOTHECARY Rhonda Giddings 4814 Jonestown Rd, #101, Harrisburg 717-657-1951 • GiddingsAcupuncture.com

A practice of healing art techniques from acupuncture, Traditional Chinese Medicine, massage, herbs and energy work to help patients and clients reach their individualized optimal health and vitalized longevity.

ANIMAL COMMUNICATION MELLA LUNA STUDIOS

Dawn R. Tule 9 N Baltimore Ave, Mt Holly Springs 717-486-7823 • MellaLunaStudios.abmp.com Dawn provides compassionate service to deepen the understanding between you and your pet, whether in physical form or in spirit. Gain insight into what your animal friend is thinking and feeling. u

BODYWORK ARVIGO MAYA ABDOMINAL THERAPY® 309 Third St, New Cumberland Jaque Hanson • 717-448-1281 Jaque@BeePresentWellness.com

The Arvigo ® session is a noninvasive treatment that repositions internal organs that have shifted by opening the flow of blood, lymph, nerve and Chi. Infertility, digestive and other benefits. Visit BeePresentWellness.com for details. See ad, page 7. u

CARLISLE BOWENWORK

Nancy Bittinger 616 W Main St, Mechanicsburg 717-386-8279 • CarlisleBowenworkPA.com Bowenwork is renowned for its effectiveness in stimulating true healing from within.

Through gentle yet powerful moves, even chronic problems “unwind” and balance is restored. u

THE CENTER OF BALANCE, LLC

Louise Kemper, RMI, Reflexologist, EOP, Artist Leslie Kemper Punt, Holistic Health Practitioner 29 N Jefferson St, Greencastle 717-643-1404 • TheCenterOfBalanceLLC.com We offer reiki, foot/body reflexology, auriculotherapy, essential oil treatments, coaching and hypnosis for wellness and soul nourishment.

Our unique retail shop features holistic, vegan and natural products, artisan jewelry, clothing, accessories and more. u

CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY THE ROOTS OF HEALTH

Rachel Benbow, LMT, BA, MLIS 3540 N Progress Ave, Ste 106, Harrisburg 717-831-6936 • TheRootsOfHealth.com Rachel relieves pain and frees blockages using CranioSacral Therapy or massage. From stress reduction, to illness/injury/surgery recovery, to management of autism/ADHD, your therapeutic experience is individualized.

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DENTISTRY – HOLISTIC HERSHEY DENTAL ASSOCIATES, LLC Ryan Buehner, DMD, FAGD, AIAOMT 273 Hershey Rd, Hummelstown 717-220-1792 • HersheyDental.com

Provides full service family dental care, mercury-/metal-free options, f luoride-free, safe mercur y removal, biocompatibility testing for dental material sensitivities, in-office ozone treatments, clear aligner orthodontics, Bruxism/ tooth grinding guards. See ad, page 9. u

Carol Layton, DMD, MAGD, AIAOMT, NMD 273 Hershey Rd, Hummelstown 717-220-1792 • HersheyDental.com

Provides full service dental care, mercury/metal free, including s a f e r e m o v a l o f m e r c u r y.

Biocompatibility testing for individual choice of materials; use of ozone for protection. See ad, page 9. u

SUSQUEHANNA DENTAL ARTS Dr Owen Allison, DMD 100 S 18th St, Columbia, PA 17512 717-684-3943 or 717-285-7033 SusquehannaDentalArts.com

A full-service family dental practice providing 100% mercury-free restorations, quality non-surgical periodontal care, INVISALIGN, implant retained dentures and partials. See ad, page 12. u

DENTISTRY – WELLNESS COLONIAL DENTAL GROUP

Tammy del Sol, DMD 4940 Linglestown Rd, Harrisburg 717-901-7045 • CDGWellness.com Our focus on Wellness educates and motivates patients to care for their overall health. We no longer place mercury fillings, nor encourage ingestion of fluoride for children or adults. We educate and safely serve our patients and protect the environment. See ad, page 14. u

ESSENTIAL OILS YOUNG LIVING ESSENTIAL OILS Marilyn York • 877-436-2299 Independent Distributor #489656 MyYL.com/NaturalHealth4U

Essential oils – revered for thousands of years for their naturally-enhancing support of body, mind and spirit. Become a Young Living Essential Oils member/ customer and/or an independent distributor. See ad, page 13.

MASSAGE HAPPIE SOUL WELLNESS

Cristina L Boyle, LMT 5000 Lenker St, Ste 104, Mechanicsburg 717-254-7250 • www.HappieSoul.org Our focus is on integrative healing of body, mind and soul. We identify the root cause of discomfort and assist with physical and emotional healing. Also, massage with reiki, reiki for emotional support, couples reiki, light therapy/full spectrum sauna, more. Ask about our referral program. We all deserve to be Happie Souls. See ad, page 14. u

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MATTRESSES NATURAL/ORGANIC MATTRESS 1ST

BY INTERIORS HOME

415 Simpson Ferry Rd, Camp Hill • 717-686-4000 3130 Columbia Ave, Lancaster • 717-399-2000 Mattress1stByInteriorsHome.com Organic and natural bedding free from irritants, allergens, pressure-point discomfort or temperature struggles so that you are assured the best night’s sleep possible. Visit our trained and certified mattress specialists who will help you find the best mattress for your needs. See ad, page 23. u

NATURAL PATHS TO WELLNESS

Heather DeLuca, BS, ND 1524 Cedar Cliff Dr, Camp Hill 717-494-4500 • NaturalPathsToWellness.com Heather is part of a unique, collaborative naturopathic practice in central PA. She provides a safe, effective and affordable alternative to conventional health care. See ad, page 9. u

NATURAL PATHS TO WELLNESS

Jessica Shoemaker, BS, ND 1524 Cedar Cliff Dr, Camp Hill 717-494-4500 • NaturalPathsToWellness.com Jessica is the owner of Natural Paths to Wellness where nutritional therapies, alternative modalities and functional medicine testing are combined to create an individualized holistic approach to health. See ad, page 9. u

METAPHYSICAL GRACEFULL HEART

Sharon Askey 1953 W Trindle Rd, Carlisle 717-240-0400 • GraceFull-Heart.com Gracefull Heart provides a peaceful, loving and supportive space to assist in your journey toward wholeness/ healing. Crystals, books, gemstones, jewelry, statues, incense, oracle cards (plus sample decks), crystal and metal singing bowls, pendulums and much more. See ad, page 10. u

NATURAL PATHS TO WELLNESS

Ashlyn Zikmund, BS, ND 1524 Cedar Cliff Dr, Camp Hill 717-494-4500 • NaturalPathsToWellness.com Ashlyn's enthusiasm for wellness and nutrition makes her a tremendous addition to NP to W. As a Naturopathic Doctor, she partners with patients to solve difficult acute and chronic health issues. See ad, page 9. u

NATUROPATHIC HEALTHCARE NATURAL PATHS TO WELLNESS

Leia Anderson, BA, MS, ND 1524 Cedar Cliff Dr, Camp Hill 717-494-4500 • NaturalPathsToWellness.com Leia is part of a unique, collaborative naturopathic practice in central PA. Her passion is providing safe, effective and individualized care for the whole family. See ad, page 9. u

NUTRITION WEGMANS FOOD MARKET

6416 Carlisle Pike, Ste 2000 Mechanicsburg, PA • 717-791-4500 I n - s t o r e N a t u r e ’s Marketplace features natural foods, supplements, herbal remedies, and foods for special dietary needs. See ad, page 11. u

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Sarah Glunz, MS, CNS, LDN 1524 Cedar Cliff Dr, Camp Hill 717-494-4500 • NaturalPathsToWellness.com Sarah will design your optimal nutrition plan for managing your weight, food allergies or sensitivities, or medical condition while helping you to improve your relationship with food. She breaks down the plan you need to follow to accomplish your health and wellness goals into reasonable action steps providing support along the way. See ad, page 9. u

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PHYSICAL THERAPY ZANG PHYSICAL THERAPY Andrew Zang

3514 Trindle Rd, Camp Hill

717-440-6197 • ZangPT.com Zang PT is proud to help people regain an active lifestyle.

Eliminate the need for pain, medication, injections and even frequent doctor’s visits. See ad, page 7. u

REFLEXOLOGY REWEAVING BALANCE

Beth Baublitz 5A Harrisburg Pike, Dillsburg 717-943-4833 • ReWeavingBalance.earth Beth offers a variety of reflexology options ranging from pure relaxation to assisting in pain relief with a reiki touch; plus ReConnection Sessions, a clientled journey of body, mind and spirit unique for each individual.

Check their online business listing for a variety of creative and connecting workshops offered at various times throughout the year. u

REIKI REIKI BY RICKIE

Rickie Freedman, ReikiSpace & Learning Place 2793 Old Post Rd, Ste 10, Harrisburg 717-599-2299 • ReikiByRickie.com Rickie Freedman, Reiki Master/ Teacher, P.T., offers the Gentle Touch, Deep Healing and Balancing of “Reiki by Rickie” sessions, as well as unique Therapeutic Massage including Indian Head Massage and Chakra Foot Massage. She teaches Reiki classes and workshops on stress management, positive attitude and more. See ad, page 7. u

SPECIALTY FOODS KWEE JACK FISH CO

Wild Alaskan Salmon & Halibut Shares 717-842-0180 EatWildSalmon.com Sustainably harvested wild Alaskan salmon and halibut available, fisherman-direct. Pre-order online annually (spring) for local pick-up (fall) of sushi-grade delicious nutrition, deep-frozen at the peak of freshness to enjoy throughout the year.

Be happy for this moment. This moment is your life. ~Omar Khayyam

THERMOGRAPHY ADVANCED THERMAL IMAGING

Pamela Howard, DC, CCT 550 Coventry Dr, Mechanicsburg 866-522-3484 • AThermalImage.com Thermal Imaging offers a safe, non-invasive way to visualize potential health concerns; providing early warning signs for a proactive approach to health, including breast health. Visit website for more information.

VETERINARIAN – INTEGRATIVE HEALING CREATURES HOSPITAL (Formerly Avian And Feline Hospital) 3300 Hartzdale Dr, Camp Hill 717-730-3755 • HealingCreatures.com

Our passion is pets. Holistic and traditional services tailored to meet pets’ needs (homeopathic, herbal, nutritional and behavioral).

Unique services offered include acupuncture, cold laser therapy and veterinary orthopedic manipulation (VOM). See ad, page 29. u

WELLNESS BLUE DOOR SKINCARE & MASSAGE Kalea Keppley 103 S. Center St, Fredericksburg 717-507-5363 • Bluedoor.glossgenius.com

A wellness center focused on healthy skincare, massage and acupuncture.

Kalea is a licensed esthetician and licensed massage therapist with advanced training in Lira skincare and the ideal source for treatment and education for acne, pigmentation or anti-aging, along with relaxing and effective therapeutic massage. John McCarthy, LAc, provides acupuncture for optimal health outcomes. See ad, page 27. u

BLUE MOUNTAIN ACUPUNCTURE

Beth A. Mills, LAc 5521 Carlisle Pike, Ste B, Mechanicsburg 717-516-1080 • BlueMountainAcu.com Beth is a Licensed Acupuncturist and Board Certified Herbalist who provides the local community with Acupuncture, Bodywork, and Herbal Medicine to improve quality of life and enhance well-being.

Acupuncture addresses health concerns such as allergies, stress, pain, sleep, digestion, women’s health and many others. u

FIREFLY HOLLOW HOLISTIC WELLNESS CENTER

Kara Lovehart 200 Farm Ln, York • 717-814-9136 FireflyHollowWellness.com We are a full-service holistic wellness center offering an array of professional services that address clients’ individual needs. A holistic approach strives to integrate Mind, Body & Spirit, allowing wellness to occur. Services include medical massage, energy medicine, intuitive coaching, wellness education, nutritional coaching and much more. See ads, pages 3 and 27. u

GRACEFULL HEART

Sharon Askey 1953 W Trindle Rd, Carlisle 717-240-0400 • GraceFull-Heart.com Gracefull Heart offers many services to assist in maintaining wellness: Sacred Spirals Healing, Dominus Cervix™ Stargate sessions, reiki sessions, aura photography and AmpCoil™ sessions. We offer reiki classes and a diverse schedule of workshops. See ad, page 10. u

POSITIVE PRIME PrimeForGold.com

Harness the power of PositiveCognitive Psychology and Neuroscience to redesign your mindset and life. Expertly curated, personalized images & statements with sound track become a vision board on steroids to help you create a positive mindset in as little as 3 minutes per day.

Lifetime access to a gifted sample session and a 10-day free trial are available at PrimeForGold.com. u

WHOLISTICALLY SIMPLE RX

Dr. Tia McLaughlin East Berlin & virtually 717-465-8500 • DrTiaMcLaughlin.com Learn to get to the root cause of chronic diseases, autoimmune, gut issues or Celiac Disease – Dr. Tia is a functional medicine practitioner and health coach who helps reverse symptoms through a whole-body approach. Receive one-onone coaching, lab evaluations, health consults and a private group. See ad, page 14. u

YOGA YOUR YOGA

classifieds NOTE: For guidelines and to submit a classified listing, email Publisher@ NaturalCentralPA.com. Listings are $25 for up to 25 words, or $1 per word over 25 words.

Deadline is the 1st, for the next month.

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY START A CAREER YOU CAN BE PASSIONATE ABOUT – Publish your own Natural Awakenings magazine. Home-based business complete with comprehensive training and support system. New franchises are available or purchase a magazine that is currently publishing. Call 239-530-1377 or visit NaturalAwakenings.com/mymagazine.

ENERGY WORK GRIEF FACILITATION & EDUCATION – Learn about what happens to the body when experiencing the trauma associated with grief, so you can heal quicker and move beyond the grief.

Speaker and facilitator, Asha Scatchard is available for personal facilitation and group presentations. Visit EnergyBodyWorks.com and Tinyurl. com/Asha-HER-Summit. 717-843-5672.

HELP WANTED CASHIER – Full- or part-time. Sonnewald Natural Foods in Spring Grove is seeking an experienced, accurate, neat and organized cashier; a strong team player with excellent customer service. Includes Fridays and Saturdays. Employee discount, paid vacation and holidays. Application at Sonnewald.org.

See ad, back cover.

MASSAGE THERAPISTS & HOLISTIC PROFESSIONALS – Full- or part-time. Team-led, fun and supportive work environment. Send resumes to FireflyHollowWellness@gmail.com. Apply or learn more at FireflyHollowWellness.com. 717-814-

Cynthia Johannes-Beecher 1900 Orange St, West York 717-586-6494 • YorkYourYoga.com

9136. See ads, pages 3 and 27.

Your journey is our passion at Your Yoga. We welcome everyone to learn in a safe, inviting, no judgment studio located near the fairgrounds.

All body types welcome. Easy access with lots of free on-street parking.

Hatha, Vinyasa Flow, Restorative, Chair and Gentle Yoga. See ad, page 15. u

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