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HEALTHIER PETS
TOP SUPPLEMENTS FOR DOGS AND CATS
by Shawn Messonnier
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The market for pet products is awash with supplements, so it’s not surprising that it can be challenging to figure out what a dog or cat really needs. The foundation of any healthcare program for dogs and cats, regardless of age and breed, is a healthy diet, well-chosen and appropriate supplements, minimal vaccines and medications, and veterinary check-ups.
Basic helpful additions to a pet diet include a vitaminmineral product, an enzyme and probiotic combination, and a fatty acid. For older animals, a choline supplement may delay the onset of cognitive disorder. Any tweaking of diet and supplements should follow regular testing that may diagnose a disease in its early stages. Here’s an overview of the top basic supplements every dog or cat should have.
Vitamins, Minerals and Joint Support
To provide immune and antioxidant support, and to bolster digestion, skin and coat health and overall wellness, a basic supplement should contain vitamins and minerals as well as small amounts of glucosamine and chondroitin for joint support.
Enzymes and Probiotics
Digestive enzymes are used in supplemental form to improve or increase digestion and nutrient absorption. They can be derived from pancreatic, plant or microbial sources such as bacteria or fungi. Enzymes are important especially when the animal’s digestive processes become exhausted or inefficient, such as during periods of stress or such gastrointestinal diseases as acute gastroenteritis, pancreatitis or either liver or inflammatory bowel disease. Enzymes may also be helpful for cancer, allergies and arthritis.
Probiotics are living, healthy bacteria and yeasts, many of which are a part of a dog’s or cat’s microbiome. They can assist with healing in a variety of ways, including producing healthy fatty acids; decreasing the attachment of harmful bacteria and yeasts to the intestinal walls; increasing antibody production; supporting immunity; restoring healthy GI flora; and reducing inflammation.
As a result, probiotics are useful for treating dogs and cats with a variety of medical problems, including leaky gut syndrome, acute nonspecific gastroenteritis, antibiotic or other medication-induced diarrhea, allergies, stress, obesity, neurodegenerative disorders, high cholesterol levels, inflammatory and irritable bowel disorders, and GI and parasite infestations. Probiotics may also be helpful for middle-aged and older dogs and cats, because GI microbial diversity diminishes with aging.
Fatty Acids
A good fatty acid fish oil supplement is also important. There are many brands on the market; some offer the flexibility of being administered either as a liquid (pump) or gel capsule. Phytoplankton, which serves as a food source for fish, is the source of the active ingredients docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA). Fish oil tends to be derived from cold-water fish rich in EPA and DHA such as wild (not farmed) salmon, mackerel, sardines and herring.
This is beneficial for the treatment of heart disease and may reduce atherosclerosis, thrombosis (blood clots), coronary heart disease, arrhythmias, heart failure, sudden cardiac death and stroke. Due to its anti-inflammatory effects, fish oil is often used for dogs and cats for the treatment of skin problems, arthritis and cancer, along with heart, inflammatory bowel, autoimmune and kidney diseases. It may reduce the side effects of chemotherapy and radiation therapy in cancer patients, decrease cancer growth and metastasis, and reduce wasting in undernourished animals.
Choline
For dogs and cats 5 years old and up, a choline (phosphatidylcholine) supplement addresses aging changes that affect the brain and can lead to cognitive disorder. Choline is a component of several major phospholipids that are critical for normal cell membrane structure and function. The body uses it to maintain water balance; to control cell growth and gene expression; as a component of lung surfactant; and most importantly, to produce the major nerve transmitter acetylcholine. It may reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease by lowering homocysteine levels.
Choline is used to treat high cholesterol, improve memory and protect the liver. It may prevent fatty liver syndrome (especially in diabetics), help prevent or treat cognitive disorder and support liver function. It may reduce insulin requirements in diabetics and can reduce seizure frequency.
Supplements other than these can be used as needed, based on the results of diagnostic testing and regular veterinary health exams. Under the guidance of a holistic or integrative veterinarian, supplements can add to a dog’s or cat’s health and longevity.
Shawn Messonnier, DVM, owner of Paws & Claws Animal Hospital and Holistic Pet Center, in Plano, Texas, is the author of several books on veterinary medicine.
Fall and Holiday Shopping at Hope Hill Laven-
der Farm – 10am-3pm. Enjoy visiting our lavender farm store, which contains quality, made-onpremises lavender products and other unique items specially selected for your shopping enjoyment. Free admission. 2375 Panther Valley Rd, Pottsville. 570-617-0851. HopeHillLavenderFarm.com. Developing Your Personal Intuition: Level I – 10am-5pm. An opportunity to practice applying one’s new-found techniques, gifts and talents under Acclaimed Psychic Medium William Stillman’s mentorship. By day’s end, you will be psychic. $200. Firefly Hollow Holistic Wellness, 200 Farm Ln, York. 717-814-9136. FireflyHollowWellness.com.
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 7
Spiritual Steep Monthly Book Club – 6:307:30pm. Join us for a cup of tea and meet and greet with the book club. Share in discussion and select the upcoming books. Receive your copy of September’s Book of the Month. $15. Firefly Hollow Holistic Wellness, 200 Farm Ln, York. 717-8149136. FireflyHollowWellness.com.
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 9
Stone Wire Wrapping – 5-6pm. Learn basics of stone wire wrapping, the tools used, the basic and specialty techniques, and create a unique piece of jewelry. $15. The Center of Balance LLC, 29 N Jefferson St, Greencastle. 717-643-1404. TheCenterOfBalanceLLC.com. “Your Love Still Walks with Me” – 6-8pm. Richard LaRocco will demonstrate the continuity of life and provides healing through connection to Spirit and receiving messages from our loved ones on the other side. Private readings available 9/10. $55. Reiki by Rickie, ReikiSpace & Learning Place, 2793 Old Post Rd, Ste 10, Harrisburg. 717-599-2299. ReikiByRickie.com.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 10
Fall and Holiday Shopping at Hope Hill
Lavender Farm – 10am-3pm. Enjoy visiting our lavender farm store, which contains quality, made-on-premises lavender products and other unique items specially selected for your shopping enjoyment. Free admission. 2375 Panther Valley Rd, Pottsville. 570-617-0851. More dates & info: HopeHillLavenderFarm.com.
Archangel Michael, Mother Mary, Padre Pio
Channeling – 10am-4pm. With Pat Cassel. Messages from Archangel Michael and the Angels, and potent healing energies from Mother Mary and Padre Pio are awaiting you. $100/hr, $60/30 mins. Gracefull Heart, 1953 W Trindle Rd, Carlisle. Pre-register: 717-240-0400 or Info@Gracefull-Heart.com. Tarot Readings – 10am-5pm. Reader John Tucker answers questions through the tarot in these private sessions. Hr or half-hr options. $100. Alta View Wellness Center, 4814 Jonestown Rd, Harrisburg. Pre-registration required: 717-221-0133 or AltaViewWellness.com. Walk-In Acupuncture – 10:30am-12:30pm. 2nd Sat. A 20-min seated acupuncture treatment using ear and scalp points. You will be seated in comfy zero gravity chairs. Donation. Blue Mountain Acupuncture, 5521 Carlisle Pk, Ste B, Mechanicsburg. 717-516-1080. BlueMtnAcupuncture.com. SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 11
Reiki II – 9:30am-5:30pm. With Mitch Adams. Learn to heal on the underlying mental/emotional/ stress level source techniques for distance healing. Receive your Reiki II Attunement, manual and certificate. $220. Reiki by Rickie, ReikiSpace & Learning Place, 2793 Old Post Rd, Ste 10, Harrisburg. 717-599-2299. ReikiByRickie.com. Reiki I Training – 10am-5pm. With Sharon Askey. Learn this powerful, yet gentle healing and relaxing technique that can be used anywhere: on yourself, others and even your furry friends. $150. Gracefull Heart, 1953 W Trindle Rd, Carlisle. Pre-register: 717-240-0400 or Info@ Gracefull-Heart.com.
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 14
Spirit Guide Workshop – 6:30-8:30pm. With Mitch Adams. Learn about the many different types of guides available to you; help you to create a sacred environment to begin to communicate with them; get some simple rituals to welcome their energy forward. $55. Reiki by Rickie, ReikiSpace & Learning Place, 2793 Old Post Rd, Ste 10, Harrisburg. 717-599-2299. ReikiByRickie.com.
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 15
Make it Sew – 7-9pm. Do you love to knit or crochet? Create macrame knots? Sew or embroider? Join as we teach fiber arts and how to create with intention to manifest your dreams. $40. Firefly Hollow Holistic Wellness, 200 Farm Ln, York. 717814-9136. FireflyHollowWellness.com.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 17
Greencastle Third Saturday in the Square – 9am1pm. Join The Center of Balance LLC. Note the shop itself will also be open for additional shopping. Free. 29 N Jefferson St, Greencastle. 717-643-1404. TheCenterOfBalanceLLC.com.
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SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 17
Lebanon County Women’s Expo – 9am-2pm. Brings together women of all ages to shop, enjoy mini-spa treatments, watch demonstrations, learn about products and services for themselves and their families, and be entertained. Exhibitors on-hand representing beauty, home, health and wellness, fashion, nutrition, shopping, finance, technology and more. Free. Lebanon Expo Center, 80 Rocherty Rd, Lebanon. 717-285-1350. AGreatWayToSpendMyDay.com.
Hummelstown 40th Arts Festival – 9am-4pm. Aeroponic Alchemist will attend the festival, featuring over 160 juried artists. Free admission. Main Street Hummelstown, along E & W Main St from Railroad to Water St, Hummelstown. HummelstownArtsFest.com. Intuitive Tarot Readings – 10am-4:30pm. Also Sept 24. With Judy Winfrey. Receive messages that offer clarity and guidance which can help you with everyday life as well as help open you to your own potential. $80/hr. Gracefull Heart, 1953 W Trindle Rd, Carlisle. Pre-register: 717-240-0400 or Info@Gracefull-Heart.com. Intuitive Mediumship Readings – 10am-5pm. Richard La Rocco, Evidential Intuitive Medium, brings forth messages of healing with your loved ones. 1-hr readings. $175 cash only. Alta View Wellness Center, 4814 Jonestown Rd, Harrisburg. Pre-registration required: 717-221-0133 or AltaViewWellness.com. What is Acupuncture? Part 2 – 12:30-1:30pm. 3rd Sat. Part 2 of a 9-part series. This part will delve further into the acupuncture meridians, the Extraordinary Vessels, some acupuncture point actions, and the Daoist organ clock. $25/drop-in. Blue Mountain Acupuncture, 5521 Carlisle Pk, Ste B, Mechanicsburg. 717-516-1080. BlueMtnAcupuncture.com.
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 20
Open House Specials at The Balance – 1-3pm, Sept 20; 9am-1pm, Sept 22; 10am-2pm, Sept 24. Learn about services that can help with relaxation, pain, detoxification, inflammation and more. Drawing to win a free 1-hr massage and ionic foot bath, as well as a $10-off coupon for new clients on any service. Free, except blood cell analysis. 2201 Forest Hills Dr, Harrisburg. Register: 717-877-7533 or Brenda@BalanceIsYours.com. BalanceIsYours.com.
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 21
Reflexology and Ion Foot Cleanse – Sept 21-23. 9am-6pm. Lynn Diehl offers private reflexology sessions and ion cleanse foot baths. $75/reflexology; $40/foot bath. Alta View Wellness Center, 4814 Jonestown Rd, Harrisburg. For appt: 717-221-0133. AltaViewWellness.com.
Shamanic Journey and Sound Healing Around
the Stargate – 7-9pm. With Linda Gareh-Applegate, Holly Blyler, Sharon Askey. Relax, rejuvenate and rebalance with potent sound healing. Sound can provide an opportunity to breakdown patterns no longer serving you. $20. Gracefull Heart, 1953 W Trindle Rd, Carlisle. Pre-register: 717-240-0400 or Info@Gracefull-Heart.com. Open House Specials at The Balance – 9am1pm. See Sept 20 listing. 2201 Forest Hills Dr, Harrisburg. Register: 717-877-7533 or Brenda@ BalanceIsYours.com. BalanceIsYours.com.
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 23
PA Tea Festival – Sept 23-24. 9am-4pm. Everything tea. All types of tea, tea customs, tea tastings, tea lore, tea accessories, programs on tea, tea parties and so much more. $12/advance. The Rosemary House, 120 S Market St, Mechanicsburg. 717-6975111. TeaFestPA.com.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 24
Open House Specials at The Balance – 10am2pm. See Sept 20 listing. 2201 Forest Hills Dr, Harrisburg. Register: 717-877-7533 or Brenda@ BalanceIsYours.com. BalanceIsYours.com.
18th Annual York County Pawpaw Festival
– Sept 24 & 25. 10am-3pm. An outdoor, familyfriendly festival celebrating the native pawpaw fruit; an early fall staple of the Susquehanna River region. Features pawpaw-inspired food, merch, farm tours, and a variety of local vendors, artisans, and environmental educators. $5 donation requested. Horn Farm Center, 4945 Horn Rd, York. 717-7576441. HornFarmCenter.org/pawpawfest. Intuitive Tarot Readings – 10am-4:30pm. See Sept 17 listing. Gracefull Heart, 1953 W Trindle Rd, Carlisle. Pre-register: 717-240-0400 or Info@Gracefull-Heart.com. Psychic Readings – 10am-5pm. Psychic William Stillman connects to the spirit realm to bring forth messages in private, 1-hr sessions. Bring photo of loved one (living or deceased). $200 cash only. Alta View Wellness Center, 4814 Jonestown Rd, Harrisburg. Pre-registration required: 717-221-0133 or AltaViewWellness.com.
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 25
18th Annual York County Pawpaw Festival
– 10am-3pm. See Sept 24 listing. Horn Farm Center, 4945 Horn Rd, York. 717-757-6441. HornFarmCenter.org/pawpawfest.
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28
Intuitive Mediumship Readings – 10am-5pm. Richard La Rocco, Evidential Intuitive Medium, brings forth messages of healing with your loved ones. 1-hr readings. $175 cash only. Alta View Wellness Center, 4814 Jonestown Rd, Harrisburg. Pre-registration required: 717-221-0133 or AltaViewWellness.com.
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 29
Healing Connection Circle – 6:30-8:30pm. Rachel Grundon will be giving readings in a gallery setting. Psychic connections include both messages from loved ones that have passed on and psychic channeling. $45. Reiki by Rickie, ReikiSpace & Learning Place, 2793 Old Post Rd, Ste 10, Harrisburg. 717-599-2299. ReikiByRickie.com.
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 30
Spoon Bending Party – 7-8:30pm. Join this workshop and try your hand, and your mind, at mind over matter. Learn to twist, curl and bend the spoons to creative shapes. $20, $10/age 12 & under. Firefly Hollow Holistic Wellness, 200 Farm Ln, York. 717814-9136. FireflyHollowWellness.com.
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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 HEALING
Dawn R. Tule 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 25. 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. MSG009527.
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, fluoride-free, safe mercury removal, biocompatibility testing for dental material sensitivities, in-office ozone treatments, clear aligner orthodontics, Bruxism/ tooth grinding guards. See ad, page 7. 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 safe removal of mercury. Biocompatibility testing for individual choice of materials; use of ozone for protection. See ad, page 7. 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 20. 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 10. u 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 ads, pages 14 and 23. u MATTRESSES NATURAL/ORGANIC
INTERIORS HOME SLEEP GALLERY
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 13. u
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 8. 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 10. 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 10. u
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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 10. u
NUTRITION
WEGMANS FOOD MARKET
6416 Carlisle Pike, Ste 2000 Mechanicsburg, PA • 717-791-4500 In-store Nature’s Marketplace features natural foods, supplements, herbal remedies, and foods for special dietary needs. See ad, page 2. u NUTRITIONIST
NATURAL PATHS TO WELLNESS
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 10. u
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 17. u 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. See ad, page 6.
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.
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(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 30. u
VIRTUAL MMJ CARDS
MEDICAL MARIJUANA CERTIFICATIONS, LLC
58 N Fifth St, Gettysburg 717-220-5566 • MMJ4U.org We provide virtual Medical Marijuana Certifications for Pennsylvania and New Jersey residents via doctors who are approved and registered with the Department of Health. Get approved online with a same-day appointment. It's safe, secure, easy and affordable! We are priced more than 50% less than comparable services. Why use anyone else? Visit the website or give us a call. See ad, page 21. 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 17. 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 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 6 and 20. 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 8. u POSITIVE PRIME
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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 reversesymptoms througha whole-body approach.Receive one-onone coaching, lab evaluations, health consults and a private group. u
YOGA
YOUR YOGA
Cynthia Johannes-Beecher 1900 Orange St, West York 717-586-6494 • YorkYourYoga.com 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 21. u 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 PASSION-
ATE 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. 717-8149136. See ads, pages 6 and 20.
SALESPERSON/COMMUNITY LIAISON
– Natural Awakenings is looking for the right person with a passion for building relationships and selling print and digital advertising in the healthy, holistic and sustainable niches in South Central PA, as an independent contractor, part- or full-time. Email your resume to Publisher@ NaturalCentralPA.com.
SERVICES
MEDICAL MARIJUANA CERTIFICATION – Get approved in minutes. Same day appointments. 100% online. It’s safe, secure, easy and affordable! PA or NJ. Medical Marijuana Certifications, LLC. MMJ4U.org. 717-220-5566. See ad, page 21.
