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Natural Nutmeg What Does Every Woman Want Bernie Siegel, MD

Do You Really Know What Hormones Do? Deanna M. Cherrone, MD Is Stress Making You Fat? Miriam Schwartz, APRN, FNP-BC A Quintessential New England Ecofriendly Resort: The Nonantum Resort

Are You Having Trouble Conceiving?

Myriah Hinchey, ND How to Have a Healthy Pregnancy Ayelet Connell-Giammatteo, PhD www.NaturalNutmeg.com

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our success in life requires an enormous threshold of discomfort and inconvenience because of the many sacrifices, disappointments and frustrations you will incur. Every person who has ever been hugely successful has disciplined themselves to do things that other people won’t do.

I have a great story about embracing discomfort that happened while I was finishing my dissertation for my PhD and getting ready to defend it. After three years of classes and another two years of research, I was so ready to be done. Little did I know I was about to experience the ultimate in inconvenience and discomfort. In the middle of my defense, one of my committee members, a professor from the Statistics Department discovered a major flaw in one of the statistical designs that I had used to determine my results. He would not sign off on the defense. My options at that point were to go back and rerun the entire statistics for the dissertation and defend again or I could walk away and be ABD (known in academia as “all but dissertation” for those individuals who have yet to defend or never do)! I have to admit I had to seriously think about it. I was so frustrated knowing that it was probably going to take me at least another 6 months to a year to do the stats, which more than likely would change the results and require an entire rewrite of that part of the dissertation. And then have to defend again!

After a few weeks of struggling with a decision, I kept asking myself, “do you want this degree or not?” It was as simple as that. If I wanted PhD after my name and the title of doctor, then I had to do whatever it took to complete it. Not to mention the fact that I really didn’t think I could live with myself if I had given up then after all those years, even though it was frustrating, inconvenient and definitely UNCOMFORTABLE! So, I did it – reran the stats, which interestingly enough did not change the results, rewrote the section and defended again, successfully. But the most rewarding thing was that this statistics professor wrote me an email after it was over commending me for having the discipline and perseverance to do what I did. Here is what he said to me: Dr. Diane: I just wanted to comment on your dissertation defense. I have served on 300+ graduate committees at Maryland. You were not the only one that was offered the opportunity to defend their work a second time. It has probably happened 20 to 25 times since I have been at Maryland. I cannot recall ever writing a letter like this one before. Most of the time I go away from these second defenses wondering if I had lowered my expectation, or if the student had really performed enough better to justify having passed the student. Yours was different. I left your exam feeling very good about your defense. You really did a GREAT job and should feel very satisfied with what you accomplished!!! Congratulations and best wishes in your future pursuits. Larry I still have that email as a reminder that in the face of defeat, I didn’t give up. Of course it was inconvenient, of course it was uncomfortable, of course I struggled almost daily with what I had to do, but if you ask me today – it was so worth it. Sometimes it’s hard to see the light at the end of the tunnel, or the reward for your efforts, but know that it’s there – just waiting to see if you really want it, if you are really willing to do whatever it takes. And when you do, believe me, it’s so worth it!

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une in to our Medical Director, Ken Hoffman, of SOPHIA Natural Health Center in Brookfield, as he hosts the only health talk radio show in Fairfield County! “The Natural Medicine Connection” airs on WLAD Danbury every Saturday from 10:00 to 11:00 am.

Listen on the radio at 800WLAD on the AM dial or stream it live at WLAD.com.

“I am very excited for this opportunity to share my 20 years of natural medicine experience with as many people as I can”, says Ken. “My plan is to have lots of content on the show that will appeal to many people and give information about the causes of illness and solutions for those issues that many might not know about.”

Call into the radio station during the show at 203-792-8080.

Ken will answer your questions about how to maintain or improve your health – naturally!

Ken Hoffman is a natural medicine specialist and licensed acupuncturist in the state of Connecticut. He holds national certifications in Acupuncture and Chinese Herbology and is a Doctor of Acupuncture in the state of Rhode Island. 203-740-9300. SophiaNaturalHealth.com.

8th Annual Lyme Disease Patient Seminar and Health Fair at WestConn on Tuesday, May 13th

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yme Disease: Body, Mind and Spirit” is the theme for the Tuesday evening, May 13 Ridgefield Lyme Disease Task Force annual WestConn Lyme Awareness Month seminar and health fair. Free and open to the public, the educational event will once again be held in the beautiful Westside Student Center ballroom. Speakers include former ILADS president and Lyme disease physician Steven Phillips, MD, former ILADS president, psychiatrist and psycho-pharmacologist Robert Bransfield, MD, and Lyme-literate mental health practitioner Sandy Berenbaum, LCSW, BCD. Presentations will begin with the group’s first “Courage in Journalism award” being given to Poughkeepsie Journal (NY) investigative reporter Mary Beth Pfeiffer for her nationally-recognized landmark series of articles about tickborne diseases. In addition, Dr. William Lee Cowden of NutraMedix will conduct a free afternoon session from 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. in the same location.

The evening begins at 6:00 p.m. with a Lyme-focused health fair featuring tick-control products and services, Lyme-literate providers, laboratories and other ancillary professionals who support the Lymepatient community. Speaker presentations run from 7:00 p.m.to 9:30 p.m. The WestConn Westside Student Center is located at 43 Lake Ave. Extension in Danbury. This is the eighth annual event the Ridgefield Lyme Disease Task Force has held at WestConn and marks the 11th year the Task Force has provided education, patient support and advocacy in the Greater Danbury area.

For additional information, contact Jennifer@LymeConnection. org or Karen at RLDTF@comcast.net or visit the group’s Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/RidgefieldLymeResource. Event sponsors include BugBeWear.com, IGeneX, Inc., Master Supplements, My Health 1st Urgent Care, NutraMedix and Select TCS Tick Control System.

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Seminar on Hair Loss and Thinning May 18th & 19th

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richologist, Certified Natural Health Practitioner, Licensed Cosmetologist, Consultant and Certified Trainer Donyelle McBride of McBride Hair Restoration LLC (MHR) will address and answer your hair loss concerns and questions. MHR LLC is CT’s first and only Trichologist office. Receive education on proven results and solutions. MHR LLC is pre-certified with International Association of Trichology (IAT) and is an affiliate office of Hair Loss Control Clinic.

MHR continues to help educate Physicians, Medical offices, and Licensed Professionals about Alopecia awareness and the alternative solutions. Sunday, May 18th, 2-4pm. Limited Seating. $10. RSVP a Must! First Cathedral Church, 1151 Blue Hills Ave., Bloomfield.

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Smart Solar Financing House on Tour May 3rd

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lainville, Connecticut will be the site of a comprehensive solar house tour and seminar Saturday, May 3. Tour/seminars of this retrofit of a 1960 ranch house will be held at 12:00 noon and 2:30 pm. Experts on installation, heating and cooling, and financing will be available for discussion. Visitors will also able to see the GE electric car charging station.

The owners refinanced their house to pay for their project. By removing oil and most of their electric bills, they freed up money in their monthly budget to repay their mortgage. Oil and electricity provided service, but no equity. After tax credits and rebates, using a conservative four percent cost escalation, the family should have a complete recovery of their investment in less than seven years!

This family insulated their attic, installed solar electric panels, a solar hot water heating system, and air-to-air source heat pumps, among many other energy-saving upgrades. The tour/seminar is sponsored by People’s Action for Clean Energy (PACE) in conjunction with the CT Chapter of the Sierra Club. Reservations will be accepted in order of receipt for the May 3 tour, which will be held rain or shine. The non-refundable tickets are $15.00 per person. To order tickets, go online to www.pace-cleanenergy.org and click on Events, indicating the choice of time for the tour/seminar. Information should include the ticketholder’s phone number, address and email address.

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onnecticut Yoga Center at 91 Beverly Heights, Middletown, CT will be celebrating National Go Barefoot Day by hosting a TOMS Style Your Sole party on June 1st, at 5:30pm.

June 1st is National Go Barefoot Day. The non-profit organization Soles4Souls started the event to encourage people to donate new and used shoes to the victims of natural disasters.

For every pair of TOMS shoes purchased, TOMS donates a pair of shoes to a child in need. A Style Your Sole party is a fun and simple way to make a difference through the TOMS movement - people customize their own blank canvas TOMS shoes. Door prizes, food, music and dancing too! Take a moment to do a little spring cleaning and give away the shoes you no longer need, then walk away with your unique and creative wearable masterpiece. Registration closes on May 15th, so get your shoe sizes in soon.

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By Bernie Siegel, MD

What Does Every Woman Want?

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any years ago a childhood friend of mine, due to a gambling addiction, got into a difficult situation involving some very significant debts. One day he shared with me that the organized crime group involved had threatened to break every bone in his body—or worse—if he did not pay up. He said when he told them he had no funds available and asked if he could repay the debt in some other way he was told that if he married the crime lord’s daughter they would let him off.

He said the offer was made because “she was an ugly witch you could smell a mile away”. The problem was that, unbeknownst to the underworld characters involved, my friend was already married. He said he felt there was no hope for him, and his addiction would cost him his life. At this point I volunteered to marry the witch and save him. He argued, but I persisted. To make a long story short, the marriage was arranged and a few weeks later the witch and I were wed at a big blast in a well known New York Hotel.

I did the best I could to put on a pleasant face for the evening but as it grew late I told my bride I needed to go to our hotel room and get some rest and she agreed to come with me. When we got to the room I went into the bathroom to catch my breath and try to figure out how I was going to manage to just get through the night—let alone the years that lay ahead of us. After spending as much time as I could in hiding I stepped out of the bathroom to find a beautiful woman sitting on the edge of the bed.

“Where’s my wife?”

“It’s me. Now that you are my husband I can reveal to you that a spell was cast upon me. I am a beautiful woman for twelve hours and a witch for twelve hours. Now that you are my husband my schedule is your choice. I can be beautiful during the day and impress the neighbors or at night for your pleasure. Tell me what you would prefer.”

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correct answer and I shared it with her, “Do what will make you happy”.

She answered, “You have freed me from the spell. I can be beautiful twenty four hours a day now.” And she has for over fifty years.

What does every woman want? Yes, a life of her own! Several years ago my wife and I were speaking in a southern city, and we interacted as we would at home. My wife, Bobbie, is free to correct me and has her time on stage. I could feel the hostility in the audience towards my wife and me. Later when talking to one of the women I knew, she said the hostility had to do with the relationship they saw my wife and me display. They were confusing the place of politeness versus submissiveness. And because they had become submissive in their marriages they had internalized their anger and were expressing it towards me.

It is vital for women who want to remain healthy to do what feels right so that it is not an intellectual decision as to whether you have a career or become a housewife. I have a drawing by a woman entitled, “Will the real me please stand up”. She drew a picture of herself split down the middle with half being the professional me holding a black purse and the other half, the mommy me, holding her daughter’s hand. It doesn’t take an art therapist to see who is smiling and who is frowning and which one her heart desires to be. So do not wait for a life threatening illness to give you permission to go home and be with your child. I will also add that if the desire of others imposes the life of a homemaker upon you and you want to be a lawyer or opera singer then again, do what makes you happy.

If you have twin sisters—one of whom always strives to please her parents, make everyone happy by doing whatever they want and be a good girl who internalizes anger—while her sister is a little devil who drives everyone nuts and expresses her feelings, guess who is more likely to develop breast cancer, autoimmune

diseases and more. Of course everyone answers the good girl, and studies show you are correct.

Relationships help women to live longer than men, and married men longer than single men, with the same cancers but relationships are not meant to make you submissive or lead to an attitude of, “I’ll make this marriage or job work if it kills me”. Think of a relationship as an ordeal or a struggle. My wife does because she knows 1+1=3. That is when two people get together they create a third entity, the marriage or relationship of any type.

Relationships are work because they relate to creating a third entity and are not about personal benefits. How to decide what to do relates to your health. If the relationship is affecting your health then I would say to eliminate it and love from a distance. However, if your health is not at risk then ask yourself how could love resolve this dilemma? Love is a weapon I recommend. You can kill with kindness, torment with tenderness and become blind to faults, with love.

I learned the power of love years ago after an accident. I fell off our roof when a ladder broke and hit my head on the pavement. I developed amnesia due to the injury and it improved our marriage dramatically. When my memory returned I sought marriage counseling. The therapist handed me a piece of paper and said, “Read this

and do what it says and save yourself a lot of time and money.” What she handed me was Corinthians 1:13. I have been working at it ever since and it has provided me with thirty five wonderful years of married life and thirty five out of fifty two isn’t too bad.

So construct your life out of the bricks of love but never forget to use humor as the cement that helps to hold the bricks together. I will also prescribe a dog or cat for you and do not ever let the child in you die. They will create healing relationships and teach you to live in the moment.

Bernie currently has a mind, heart & health matters support group for those in need and for caregivers support group the first Wednesday evening of every month and a cancer support group the second and fourth Tuesday evenings of the month at Coachman’s Square on Bradley Road, Woodbridge. If interested contact Lucille Ranciato lranciato1@yahoo.com 203 288 2839203 288 2839 or email Bernie at bugsyssiegel@ sbcglobal.net for details.

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Do You Really Know What Hormones Do?

By Deanna M. Cherrone, MD

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s Sue thought about her upcoming anniversary celebration, it was with mixed emotions. She was really looking forward to an evening out with her husband alone but was dreading what she knew would come after – SEX! It was hard for her to believe how her once robust libido had taken a sharp nose dive shortly after the birth of her children. Funny how nature works, but no it wasn’t funny at all especially now that her sex drive was virtually nonexistent. Sexual intimacy was something she had once enjoyed immensely in the early years of her marriage but now it had become a chore, a responsibility, an obligation, something she felt she had to do to keep her marriage alive. Could Mother Nature really be that cruel? Could she ever rediscover the passion and even a glimmer of those physical sensations she once felt?

Later that day, while at the Apple Store picking out a new IPod phone to give her husband for their anniversary celebration, she ran into a friend she hadn’t seen in quite a while.

“Wow, Mary! You look great! What have you been doing with yourself?” asked Sue. Mary informed her that she had been to see a Functional Medicine Doctor in West Hartford, who had put her on a new dietary program, addressed some of her nutritional deficiencies with nutritional supplementation and started her on Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) and it had helped her immensely.

“Can you tell me a little more about it?” asked Sue. “Truthfully, I do not even really know what hormones do and why they are so important to us.”

Mary began by explaining that hormones are chemical messengers that carry information between cells or groups of cells via the bloodstream. They work to regulate the function and metabolic activity of the target tissue. Our bodies have hundreds of receptors for hormones located on various tissues throughout the body so hormones are not just related to sex and reproduction. They have much more far-reaching effects and are important in the proper functioning of the brain, nerves, muscles (including the heart muscle) as well as bone and connective tissue. The bottom line is all of our bodies’ systems are interrelated and an imbalance in one system can create an imbalance in other systems. When our hormones are in balance we look and feel great, have lots of energy, sleep like a baby, have a strong sex drive, are better able to 10

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manage our stress and all of the other systems in our body function well such as the digestive and immune systems.

“When we speak of BHRT, “bio” means body and “identical” means the same, so BHRT simply means that you are using hormones that have the same exact biochemical structure to the hormones that are produced in and that circulate naturally in our bodies,” Mary explained. “Because of this biochemical synergy, the body knows exactly what to do with the hormone when it is presented with it. Any biochemistry student will tell you that if you begin with the same chemical substrate in a given chemical reaction you will always end up with the same end product. When synthetic hormones, which do not have the identical biochemical structure to our bodies, are added to that same chemical reaction the end products cannot possibly be the same. This is one reason why we see side effects with the synthetic hormones.”

“So, where do these Bioidentical hormones come from?” asked Sue. Mary informed her that they are derived from plants, yams and soybeans to be exact, but that they are synthesized in labs. “So how can they be natural if they are synthesized in labs?” asked Sue. “Do you consider the supplements you take to be natural?” asked Mary.

“Well, I guess so,” said Sue. “I hadn’t really thought about it.

I guess they are synthesized in labs as well. Is that what you’re getting at?”

“Precisely,” said Mary.

“I still feel pretty confused,” said Sue. “Everything I have heard says that hormones are dangerous and we should stay away from them. Aren’t you afraid that you could be harming your body in some way?

“Let me explain a few things to you Sue,” said Mary. “The way my functional medicine physician explained it made so much sense. These synthetic hormones are just that, synthetic, which means that they are artificial, fake, copied, unreal and imitation.

Do you really want to put something synthetic in your mouth?

This leads me to another point the doctor made. These synthetic hormones are given orally and last I heard our hormones don’t normally go into our GI tracts. They are secreted from the sex glands or adrenal glands and circulate in the blood until they

reach their target tissue where they then exert their effects. Also, because they are given orally a much larger dose of the hormone has to be given. The reason being that a sizeable proportion of that hormone is delivered to the liver where it is broken down leaving only a small percentage left to get into circulation. So, there you have it, the 3 major reasons why synthetic hormones cause all sorts of problems in the body. They are not the same biochemical structure as what is in our bodies, they are given orally where our hormones never go and lastly they are given in large doses because of the first pass effect through the liver.

Mary continued to explain to Sue that these bioidentical hormones are formulated to be given transdermally, via the skin, to mimic, as best we can, what the body does naturally. Our hormones are naturally released from glands and then circulate in blood to the target tissues where they exert their effects. The bioidentical hormones are alternately applied to the non-fatty tissue of the wrist, inside the elbow and behind the knee so that they are absorbed directly into circulation where they travel to the target tissues. Hormones are lipophilic (fat loving) substances so if we were to apply them to fatty tissue they would go directly into the fat where it is stored and then released into circulation much more haphazardly. As Mary implied above, the other advantage to giving the hormones via the skin is that we are often able to give substantially lower doses than those given orally when we bypass the liver.

“All I can tell you Sue is that since I started taking the bioidentical hormones I have noticed amazing results. My energy has improved along with my moods which used to be quite up and down and for my kids and husband to have noticed is definitely saying something. I am much better able to handle my stress much like when I was in my twenties when I could deal with a lot of things coming at me at once. I just don’t get as overwhelmed by life anymore. I feel I am able to stay on task and stay more focused when doing things and my memory for things has absolutely improved. I don’t feel like I am chasing my tail looking for things and trying to remember things. It is just incredible. I guess I should also mention that my hot flashes and night sweats which would often wake me from sleep are gone so I am now sleeping through the night. I feel like my old self again, for the most part and it feels great!” Mary said excitedly.

“I do need to tell you though that these effects do not occur overnight, I have been on the hormones for about a year now and it has been a slow and gradual process. Some things improved quickly and others were not so swift to change. Each of us is different so it is never quite the same progression for any two individuals,” said Mary.

“So besides my poor libido how would I know if BHRT is right for me?” asked Sue. “The key to hormone balance is lifestyle, so the way that we eat, sleep, exercise and manage our stress and our exposure to environmental toxins is what determines if we develop hormone imbalance or not. So unless you get proper nutrition, the right amount of rest and exercise for you, and are stress-free with minimal exposure to environmental toxins you are likely to have hormone imbalance.” said Mary.

“I think I eat pretty well and I exercise every day and sleep like a log every night,” said Sue. “I guess I am guilty when it comes to the stress part but who isn’t these days? And environmental toxins, I’ve heard about them but I really don’t understand how they relate to me.”

“Environmental toxins are everywhere. In fact, many of the

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toxins that are present in our world today didn’t even exist thirty years ago. As we continue to produce more man-made synthetic chemicals to “improve” our way of living we are actually damaging our bodies and our planet in the process. Many of the personal care products we use every day such as cosmetics, sunscreens, lotions, soaps, shampoos and perfumes have not been thoroughly tested to determine their overall safety with regard to our health and the health of our environment. Not to mention the food additives, preservatives and dyes, lawn chemicals, household cleaners, pharmaceuticals, over the counter medications, sealants, adhesives, paints, solvents, plastics and pesticides. Frankly, the list is endless and when you think about it pretty scary. Another frightening point to consider is that the combination of one or more of these chemicals can have a cumulative effect in the body greatly increasing the toxicity many times above the toxicity levels seen when exposed to these chemicals individually. Like the hormones that they mimic, environmental toxins are lipophilic (fat loving) substances, which mean that they have a propensity to accumulate in fatty tissue. This fact along with the sheer number of chemicals we are exposed to each day makes it almost impossible for the body to effectively detoxify these chemicals. The bottom line is some of us are better at detoxifying than others,” said Mary.

“Alright, you’ve convinced me that I probably have hormone imbalances in my body, but explain to me how they come up with this “magic” formula that is just right for me?” asked Sue. “Well,” said Mary, “the first thing you have to do is to have your hormone levels tested.”

“How do I get that done? Is it some sort of blood test?” asked Sue. “No, in fact, your hormone levels are measured in saliva,” explained Mary.

“Why does she use saliva?” asked Sue. “Blood tests actually measure the amount of the hormone in serum or plasma which only contains water soluble substances. As I mentioned above, hormones are lipophilic substances so when they circulate via the bloodstream they are made hydrophilic (water-soluble) by being attached to proteins. When hormone levels are measured in blood, it’s not measuring the amount of hormone that is bioavailable, it’s actually measuring the amount of hormone that is being removed from circulation because this hormone is going to the liver where it will be broken down and excreted from the body,” explained Mary.

“So Sue, now that I have completely overwhelmed you with my knowledge, what are your thoughts on BHRT?” asked Mary.

“Mary, you certainly have given me a much better understanding of how these hormones differ from the hormones made by pharmaceutical companies, how one develops hormone imbalances and how BHRT can help overcome these hormone imbalances. I just have one more question?

If I decide to go on hormones do I have to be on them forever?” asked Sue. “The decision to stay on the hormones is very personal. I can tell you that if you clean up your lifestyle you may be able to get by on fewer hormones than you would if you were to continue on your same path. Stress is here to stay so we have to learn how to manage it instead of letting it manage us. Environmental toxins are also something which we do not have a lot of control over but we can do our bit by eating more whole foods, consuming and using less in all aspects of our lives, being mindful of the personal care products that we use, trying to use those that are more “natural” and environmentally friendly. We can buy fresh organic animal products to reduce our exposure to more hormones (rBGH = recombinant Bovine Growth Hormone) and antibiotics, eat more organic fruits and vegetables since animals tend to accumulate and concentrate more environmental toxins in their flesh and fat, avoid all hydrogenated or partially hydrogenated fats and other processed “toxic” foods and buy local and eat in season as much as possible. I can tell you that my life has totally changed for the better!” exclaimed Mary.

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Win the War on Cellulite!

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id you know there is a safe, effective, affordable, non-invasive, and relaxing way to reduce cellulite and tighten skin?

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Synergie® Aesthetic Massage System (AMS) Synergie® AMS is FDA approved, safe, non-invasive, and supported by years of research. At Anew You, we have used the Synergie AMS cellulite treatment for years and have seen the changes in our own bodies and in client’s bodies. We know this treatment gets results, not only with the reduction in cellulite and tightening of the skin, but also in circumferential body measurements, a.k.a. inches lost!

Cellulite is a combination of fat, water and toxins trapped in a net of collagen and elastin fibers. As we age, the body’s circulation and elimination processes become impaired, connective tissue loses its strength, and unmetabolized fats and wastes become trapped just beneath the skin instead of being eliminated. Over a period of time, these wastes enlarge, harden and push through spaces in the connective fiber bands that anchor the skin and keep it looking smooth, and thus the infamous, dimply cellulite is born.

Cellulite is most commonly found in areas of fat deposits such as on the thighs, hips, buttocks and abdomen of most women and some men, too. Factors that increase your chances of having cellulite include stress, an inactive lifestyle, and using hormonal contraceptives. In addition, heredity, skin thickness, gender, the amount and distribution of body fat, and age all can influence the extent to which cellulite is present or visible.

The Many Benefits of Synergie AMS The Synergie AMS uses vacuum massage technology, which provides optimal stimulation, stretching and pressure to subcutaneous tissues, achieving a type of subdermal tissue massage that’s not possible using traditional massage techniques. The resultant benefits

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Lose Cellulite and Inches In our experience, clients who have had 16 treatments, while watching their diet and drinking the appropriate amount of water, have lost a full pant size. One study reported that 36 women, treated twice a week over an eight week period, showed a loss of inches in 100% of the participants and visible reduction in the appearance of cellulite in 91% of the participants. In some individuals, almost three inches were lost after treatment.

Relaxing and Detoxifying So, what does a treatment feel like? Imagine a deep, invigorating massage. Clients find it quite relaxing and some have reported that they’ve nearly fallen asleep.

The entire body is treated, paying extra attention to each client’s areas of concern. Synergie employs positive and negative pressure and suction to manipulate the tissue beneath the skin and expel toxins into the lymphatic system, which are then eliminated by the body.

A typical treatment program consists of twice-weekly sessions for 4 or 8 weeks, followed by monthly maintenance visits. Treatments last about 30 minutes and the number of treatments given is typically between 8 and 16, however, it is customized for each person.

Noticeable changes can often be seen within four to six treatments, although many people can see or feel a difference in the skin’s appearance after the first treatment.

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Our Offerings To meet every need, we offer a full range of traditional and advanced facial treatments, including Synergie, non-surgical facelifts, red and blue light therapies (we call these our miracle lights); a range of therapeutic massages, organic body scrubs and seaweed wraps; detox footbaths, reiki, reflexology, hair removal, eyelash and eyebrow tinting, and an effective and affordable treatment for removal of spider veins, skin tags, blood moles, and milia. We provide treatments that are effective alternatives to surgery and injectables.

In addition, we only use quality products, which include cosmeceuticals backed by science and organic vegan seaweed products.

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Are You Having Trouble Conceiving?

By Myriah Hinchey, ND

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hen it comes to conception, many women find it surprising and often frustrating that the thing they spent most of their lives trying to prevent is not as easy and automatic as they thought. Although it is probably the most natural process in the human body, conceiving a child is a complicated event that requires multiple systems in the body to be functioning synergistically.

Surprisingly, it is normal for conception to take several months to occur. Often, the emotional stress and disappointment felt when it doesn’t happen right away and the resultant physical hormonal ramifications of the stress response feed into a vicious cycle that further complicates the process.

It is important to note that it is not always the woman who has an issue. In today’s world of toxins and unhealthy food, many men have metabolic disorders that can lead to unhealthy sperm or low sperm counts.

There have been studies that show a steady annual decrease in sperm count, which is thought to be linked to common toxins in our environment, and to multiple nutrient deficiencies. Newly emerging data shows that men have an issue with infertility 40% of the time and often it is both parties whose underlying imbalances and deficiencies lead to trouble conceiving.

Create Healthy Environments Inside and Out For both men and women, creating a healthy internal and external environmental is the most important step to take before trying to conceive. This includes surrounding yourselves with a strong support system of family and friends, eliminating toxins from your home, detoxifying your body of harmful toxins, identifying any type of genetic disorder that can hinder the ability to conceive or carry a pregnancy to term (i.e., MTHFR SNP), and providing proper nourishment to your body so that your cells function at an optimal level, therefore leading to optimal functioning of all of the body’s systems, including your reproductive system.

Most people know the common things they should avoid after conception (stress, caffeine, alcohol, nicotine, sugar, etc.) and things they should do to have a healthy pregnancy (take prenatal vitamins, exercise, limit stress, limit sugary processed foods, eat healthy, etc.) but few people understand how these things impact the ability to actually conceive. More so, many times it is the lack of particular nutrients that causes imbalance in hormones which results in an inability to conceive.

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Nourishment – Beyond the Basics Proper nourishment goes beyond the basics of providing adequate levels of folate to prevent neural tube defects. Proper nourishment includes getting the right amount of phytonutrients (found in brightly pigmented foods) that act medicinally to our cells, some of which actually balance hormones. Additionally, getting the right amount of essential fatty acids is important for brain and nervous-system development of the fetus, but even before conception, it is crucial for the production of hormones in both mother and father. Essential amino acids (found in certain proteins) are equally important for detoxification, development of neurotransmitters, and production of some hormones. Multiple vitamins and minerals are needed to support all of the aforementioned processes and all biochemical process in the body, including conception.

Is the Thyroid to Blame?

Often to blame is the underlying problem of a low-functioning thyroid. If you are not getting the proper amount of iron, selenium, iodine, and zinc in your diet, your body cannot make adequate thyroid hormone. Additionally, cortisol (the stress hormone) inhibits the conversion of T4 to T3, which decreases the thyroid’s ability to function properly, which can cause an imbalance in your sex hormones, and affect ovulation or sperm production. There are numerous other health issues that can hinder one’s ability to get pregnant, including endometriosis, irregular ovulation, immune issues, and scarring of fallopian tubes, to name a few.

Timing When trying to conceive, it is important to understand how the reproductive process works, starting with your menstrual cycle and ovulation. If you recognize the signs of ovulation, you can better time intercourse to increase the likelihood of fertilization of the egg and its subsequent implantation.

A woman gets her period 14 days after ovulation. The beginning part of the cycle, known as the follicular phase, is variable in length.

The later part, which is fixed in length, is called the luteal phase: If your cycles are the typical 28 days long, you ovulate on day 14; if your cycles are 30 days, you ovulate on day 16; and if your cycles are 23 days, you ovulate on day 9. This is important to understand because if someone with a longer or shorter cycle assumes they ovulate on day 14, because it is the average day for someone with a normal (28 day) cycle, they can often miss it.

There are many ways to determine ovulation and the window of fertility such as monitoring your basal body temperature, checking both salivary and cervical mucus, and calculating your day of

ovulation based on cycle length. If your cycle is constantly fluctuating in length it can make all methods of tracking very tricky. There are certain herbs you can use to help with the production and synchronization of FSH and LH which can help to normalize periods to 28 days consistently. Additionally, the cervical mucus changes to a thinner egg white consistency, called spinnbarkeit, a few days before ovulation. This provides nourishment and decreased viscosity for the sperm, enhancing its ability to reach the egg and achieve fertilization. The appearance of spinnbarkeit is a simple and easy marker that signifies the fertile window.

Even if the cycles are irregular, you can usually tell ovulation is about to occur by this physical phenomenon.

If you are having a hard time conceiving or if you are just starting to think about having a baby, providing the body with the nutrients it needs to function properly and eliminating exposure to toxins is crucial. It will improve the outcome of not only the ability to conceive, but also that of your pregnancy and the health of you and your baby. Understanding what is happening in your body and doing your best to provide the nourishment that you both need is the first and most important step.

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Doctors Notes

By Dr. Donald L. Piccoli

Stressed and Fatigued?

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tress and fatigue are, by far, the most common health complaints of women over 50. There may be a myriad of other issues on the complaint list, however, stress and fatigue are almost always somewhere in the mix. Stress has been a daily buzz word in our lives ever since Dr. Hans Selye’s published his “General Adaptation Syndrome” and coined the term “stress.” Stress has become something we think we all should be free of, something to avoid at all costs, the boogey man of modern life, lurking in the shadows at home, on the job, in the car, and affecting everything from relationships to career success, finances, and health. Indeed, it affects all areas of our lives.

“I was a little excited but mostly blorft. “Blorft” is an adjective I just made up that means ‘Completely overwhelmed but proceeding as if everything is fine and reacting to the stress with the torpor of a possum.’ I have been blorft every day for the past seven years.” ~ Tina Fey, Bossypants The healthy human stress response has always been necessary for survival. Thankfully, our species has always had the ability to respond appropriately to a perceived danger of a life or death situation. Going back to the caveman days, if you were being chased by a buck-toothed giant rodent that had visions of you as its main meal, your primary means of survival may have been your body’s ability to initiate the fight-or-flight stress response.

Most of today’s stresses come from the physical and emotional traumas of everyday life. Instead of being chased by a wild animal, stress can come from our jobs, businesses, finances, traffic, spouses, parents, and kids. Stress has many negative health consequences, and for women they include chronic fatigue, hypothyroidism, depression, lowered sex drive, sleep loss, weight gain, diabetes, early menopause, panic attacks, heart palpitations, cardiovascular events, and digestive issues.

“Pain is a relatively objective, physical phenomenon; suffering is our psychological resistance to what happens. Events may create physical pain, but they do not in themselves create suffering. Resistance creates suffering. Stress happens when your mind resists what is... The only problem in your life is your mind’s resistance to life as it unfolds. ” ~ Dan Millman The brain has different types of receptors for the various female hormones making women much more exposed to the many dangers of the stress response. Women are much more likely to develop auto-immune conditions as they age, also due to their unique biology. The stress response involves the adrenal glands, along with the hypothalamus and pituitary glands, collectively known as the 18

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HPA axis. When a stressor is perceived, whether real or imagined, the hypothalamus releases a hormone, (corticotrophin), which tells the pituitary to release another hormone (adrenocorticotrophic hormone ) which then signals the adrenal gland to produce cortisol (and DHEA). The cortisol then sends a message back to the pituitary and hypothalamus to inform the HPA axis that the cortisol has been made and there is no need to keep making more of it. That is the simplified version. However, when one is continuously and chronically stressed, that natural feedback system can be altered and more cortisol keeps being produced. Unchecked, the cortisol load can then lead to the many health consequences listed above.

Living in the chronic state of exhaustion, along with other stress related symptoms, is not what women had in mind for life after 50.

This is the time meant for enjoying the fruits of a lifetime of work and accomplishments, time for travel, family, grandchildren, culture, new interests, and personal growth.

“Each moment of worry, anxiety or stress represents lack of faith in miracles, for they never cease.” ~ T.F. Hodge, From Within I Rise: Spiritual Triumph Over Death and Conscious Encounters with “The Divine Presence” The solutions to chronic stress response and its accompanying health issues are as individual as each person. In today’s world we must get to the specific underlying causes of hormonal imbalances, which may include nervous system interference, lifestyle issues, nutritional deficiencies, environmental toxins, digestive issues including food intolerances and leaky gut syndrome, immune challenges, as well as underlying emotional patterns.

“It was after I first began to uplift my thoughts a bit that my cravings for junk food started to dissipate. I did not connect the two at that time. First, I simply noticed that I didn’t need to sleep so much. It took a while before I realized that in addition to my improved energy level, there was a direct correlation between chewing on mental garbage and putting garbage in my mouth.” ~ Holly Mosier You may not be able to remove all the stresses from your life but there are some steps to help minimize their impact on you: • First and foremost: make a decision to do whatever is necessary to correct this. It all starts with you.

• Eat a healthy, whole foods diet.

• Keep your carb count to between 70 and 100 grams per day, even if you are vegan or vegetarian. Most women thrive at this level.

• Increase your intake of healthy fats: flax oil, coconut oil and milk,

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• Avoid excess coffee and alcohol.

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• Get plenty of quality sleep.

• Exercise regularly. Even going for a walk around the block helps.

• Relaxation techniques (visualization, meditation, prayer, yoga, tai chi, chi gong, etc.)

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• Speak your truth, live your truth (find and do what interests you).

• Get professional help when needed.

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Fire and Ice at Saybrook Point Inn

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n an icy cold day in January, I was lucky enough to be seated at the Fire Bar at the Saybrook Point Inn for their 25th anniversary “Fire and Ice” celebration. On the waterfront patio, they built an actual ice bar with a giant martini ice sculpture for complementary vodka tastings. There were two other ice bars with sushi demonstrations and chilled seafood. And I got to experience the restaurant’s chefs and staff competing in an oyster shucking contest! When it got too cold for even the Fire Bar to warm me up, I took shelter inside the restaurant, Fresh Salt. The beautiful new dining room and bar has near perfect water views from every seat in the house. But let me get started about the food!

The amazing Chef Leslie Tripp’s menu is centered around seafood, but also offers a wide variety of updated classics as well as some new creations and a couple of serious steaks. He is dedicated to sourcing as many local products as possible, using regional producers, and gets his fish and shellfish directly off the day boats that work out of Narragansett. Boat captains call him directly before they even dock to tell him what they’ve caught, and he plans his weekly seafood offerings around what looks the best.

Selections from the raw bar include only native oysters, clams and squid. The calamari is sourced from Point Judith and is prepared a number of ways, and the Nantucket Bay Scallops Carbonara is mouth- watering on top of tagliatelle, guanciale, truffled grana padana and topped with an organic poached egg. For you lobster lovers, you can order lobster rolls by the Connecticut version (hot buttered lobster) or the Maine version (chilled lobster salad). The bar area is cozy and warm and offers small plates including burgers, fried calamari, steamed PEI mussels and some of the best clam chowder I’ve had. Not into seafood, not to worry…they have a

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What I really love about the Saybrook Point Inn is their dedication to being eco-friendly and preserving the environment. Stephen Tagliatela’s family opened the Saybrook Point Inn & Spa with a mission…to buy as much as possible local, made in the U.S. and keep it environmentally friendly and sustainable. Not an easy task and certainly not something most people were thinking about in 1989.

But his dedication and success has earned him the awards of being one of the first hotels in Connecticut to be certified green and the first certified Clean Marina in the state.

Tagliatela has implemented some pretty cutting-edge sustainable efforts including low flow showerheads, dual flush toilets, recycling baskets in guest rooms, energy efficient lighting, solar panels, bird houses to reduce the mosquito population naturally, environmentally friendly cleaning and laundry products and a generator that runs on biofuel.

The words that come to mind when you first walk through the doors of the inn to entering your luxurious room to strolling along the docks of the marina and if you’re smart… to booking a treatment at the spa? Pure elegance, tranquility, rejuvenation, romance, and most of all…peace. Just a stone’s throw away from where you live, and considering it won’t take a plane to get there, you can truly do your part in saving the environment by booking your luxurious, ecofriendly vacation at The Saybrook Point Inn & Spa. The Saybrook Point Inn and Spa, 2 Bridge St. Old Saybrook, phone: 860-395-2000; website: www.saybrook.com.

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PREVENTION

Wellness And Balance For Every Body

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o you want to have and do it all? Is that working for you or against you?

Are you ready to improve your wellness and to find balance in your life?

It’s human nature to want things and experiences, but if you don’t set reasonable and achievable expectations your wellness and the balance in your body will waiver.

Many of us have family responsibilities, work obligations, and home maintenance on our minds from the moment we wake until the time we go to bed. Our days are filled with making decisions on what to do next and we miss the opportunity of experiencing what is happening in the present moment.

For example: The alarm goes off, we decide how many times to hit the snooze button, what to eat, what to wear, what to have for lunch, and whether or not we can make it to work without stopping for gas.

You get the idea. And all of these decisions are being made before you get out of bed.

Sleep Let’s stop and focus on the present moment, on your wellness, and how to restore harmony and balance to your body, mind, and soul.

You may be asking, “Where do I start?”

We can look at wellness and balance from the starting point of sleep. When we are sleeping our bodies are recharging, replenishing, and rebalancing. Upon waking, stop and take a moment to appreciate the work which was done overnight and to reconnect with this goodness. Bring yourself closer to wellness by making simple changes in your life to move forward with wellness and balance by allowing yourself enough time to sleep. Your body is your friend, not your enemy. Be kind and respectful to it and it will return wellness back to you.

Before Getting Out of Bed Now let’s look at the previous example of what happens when the alarm goes off.

This time ask yourself what positive things you can do for yourself before getting out of bed. Allow yourself the time to breathe fully, stretch, and appreciate your rejuvenated mind, body and soul. Stretching is a great way to start the day. Upon waking help your body get acclimated back into your surroundings by stretching your legs and arms before getting out of bed. Take some deep breaths to open the flow of energy in your body and reconnect with your surroundings.

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Roll to your side and sit on the edge of your bed. Plant your feet firmly on the ground before taking off. Connect your body and feet back to the surface below you and feel what it is like to be in your body again after your restorative sleep.

Mind Your Own Business Now that you’re out of bed, concentrate your energy on those things you have control over. Don’t expend energy trying to solve issues you ultimately can’t change.

Mind your own business and focus on yourself and what your immediate needs are.

Take into consideration how your decisions affect your physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being.

Restore Balance There are some simple steps you can take to promote wellness and to bring balance to your body. These may include: • Exercise • Reiki or other energy healing sessions • Drink plenty of water • Eat whole, natural, organic foods • Stay away from emotional trigger foods such as sugar, gluten, dairy • Inquire about a corporate wellness program • Be kind to others and grateful for what you have • Meditate • Get a massage • Yoga

Mother Earth Being out in nature is good for the body and soul. It releases tension and promotes a positive outlook. Go outside and breathe some fresh air, go for a walk, sit in the park.

Listen to the water, watch the birds, look at the sky, and feel your stress be lifted from you. Now that the weather is nice, take your

shoes off, put your feet in the grass or in the ocean, feel the earth beneath your feet. This connection back to Mother Earth can have a profound effect on your overall wellness, and bring your body back into balance with a sense of grounding and a reconnection to the things that really matter.

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Laugh more, be kind to yourself and to others, don’t take life so seriously, and make an effort to look at the world through the eyes of a child, free and innocent to experience all of life’s possibilities. Open your heart to fully accept and give love to yourself and others. Begin to change the way you think and feel in order to attract your desired outcome.

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Release At the end of the day, before going to bed, find a quiet place to sit or lie down.

Take this time to release any experiences from the day that no longer serve, and express your appreciation for all the positive and good things you have experienced during the day. This is also a good time to set your intentions for the next day and to give thanks for all that you are and all that you have.

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What’s a Doula?

Your Professional Labor Coach!

Women who had support from a Doula were: • 28% less likely to have a cesarean section • 31% less likely to use synthetic oxytocin to speed up labor • 9% less likely to use any pain medication • 34% less likely to rate their childbirth experience negatively.

According to another study in 2002, women were also more likely to report having a happy view of their birth later, when they had a Doula present as well. The most important factors in a woman’s satisfaction with labor and birth were: “

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hat’s a Doula?” It’s one of the most common questions I get asked as I talk with someone about what I do.

Whether it’s chatting with the girl behind me on line at the grocery store, or my doctor or an interested parent who sees me at a Baby Fair or Parenting Expo.

So, what IS a Doula? A Doula is a non-medical, women’s health professional that specializes in the support of women through pregnancy, labor and postpartum. Some Doulas will also offer support for women though abortion, miscarriage, obstetrical procedures and/or as a support for a dying person as well. Mainly, people tend to see our role as a professional Labor Coach, assisting the woman’s partner in supporting her through her labor journey, or in the case of single women, offering total support during labor.

While that’s true, and it is a very big part of the job, Doulas are really educators, observers, and advocates for patients during their time in the childbearing year. We help patients to understand all of their options, the pros and cons of each option and then honor and respect their choices. We educate parents on the normal things that go along with pregnancy, labor and postpartum. Knowing why something is happening, or understanding what to expect from the process reduces fear and anxiety, two things that severely hamper the labor process.

We know from many studies in the last several years, that hiring a Doula to help care for you prenatally and during birth leads to lower rates of cesarean delivery, epidural use, and the use of instrumental delivery (vacuum, forceps etc.). So, why not just ask mom, or my best friend to come with me to help out in labor? Well, while mom or best friend might be of some help, they are also not trained in all of the various techniques for helping women through labor both physically and psychologically. The Cochrane review discovered that outcomes were best for women who had support from someone who was neither a friend nor family member, nor who worked for the hospital, basically, from a non-biased professional advocate.

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• Having good support from caregivers • Having a high-quality relationship with caregivers • Being involved in decision-making about care • Having better-than-expected experiences, or having high expectations.

Having a Doula helps to facilitate all of these factors. A Doula is a caregiver that you select. Sometimes we don’t have the option of who our Doctor is, or choosing our birth place either due to insurance regulations, or physical limitations/availability of other caregivers in an area. But your Doula works for you, and only you.

We don’t work for insurance companies, or hospitals, or your doctor. Working for you means that we are going to advocate for what is best for you, your family and your baby, not what’s best for us, or the hospital.

Here is what the husband of a former client of ours said about the care that he and his wife received with us:

“From my point of view as a husband, having Jessica alongside during the birth was a game-changer. We were anxious to get to the hospital after Caitlin had been in labor for several hours, but because of Jessica’s expertise, she encouraged Caitlin to continue to labor at home. I’m glad we did because it helped Caitlin remain calm and focused. Our doctor said she would welcome Jessica at every one of her deliveries. We were blessed to have Jessica with us. She prayed with us, supported us, and loved us. Also, Dana went out of her way to visit us at home to support Caitlin as she attempted to breast-feed.

Dana & Jessica went above and beyond. Simply, all we can say is thank you!” ~ Hakem The continuous support that Hakem and his wife Caitlin received allowed them to remain calm and focused during their labor, and when they needed help at home a few days later, late at night, they were able to have me come out and help with breastfeeding and some anxiety that they were both having. When parents don’t have to struggle to find answers, or live with unanswered questions, fears or doubts, they feel better about their situation and their ability to parent. They feel empowered.

Having said all that, many people have the same questions for myself, and my partner Jessica Brown about what we do, what we charge, and how to find a good Doula.

You now know what we do, so the next question is often, “Well, how much does it cost?” And that is a good question. Doula care costs between $450.00 and $1200.00, and covers prenatal care, birth and postpartum as well. Doula care is not always covered by insurance, although you can occasionally get reimbursed for your care.

Most Doulas include in their care package, one to two prenatal visits, on-call birth care from 38 weeks, and one postpartum visit in this fee, along with unlimited e-mail and phone support.

Jessica and I do practice a bit differently (and several other Doulas we know do as well), because in our experience, women and families needed a bit more than that to develop a really close relationship with us, and a deep comfort level and sense of trust.

We also felt we needed more time with clients to educate them and answer questions.

We do monthly prenatal visits from the time you are a client, or at least four visits, even if that means seeing you weekly if you hire us at 36 weeks. If you are high risk, we will see you twice a month. The visits are between 1-2 hours and are relaxed and informal. We

are also on call for you from the time you hire us, so whether you go into labor early at 30 weeks, or suffer a miscarriage or need a scheduled C-section, we will be there for all of it. Postpartum we usually do one visit the day after you come home from the hospital, or two days after the birth if you gave birth at home. If you had a C-section, we’d visit you twice to be sure you weren’t suffering any complications or depression.

The comprehensive support you receive from a Doula also lessens your likelihood for depression postpartum, simply due to the reassurance provided by a caring knowledgeable person, and observance for early signs of Postpartum Depression by someone who knows just what to look for.

It seems like a lot of money to pay out of pocket, but the savings can be enormous in other ways. If you didn’t have an epidural, for instance, you would save nearly $500 on the co-pay on most insurance plans that nearly pays for the whole Doula service!

Americans spend an average of $10005,000 on baby items and getting ready for the birth of their child, most of which isn’t going to help assure the safety and happiness of mother and baby the way that a Doula would. It’s an investment, but a good one!

The other big question tends to be “How do I find a good Doula?” Firstly, ask

people you know who may have had a Doula with their births, did they like her, and was she what they needed? If you don’t have that, sites like www.doulamatch.net or www.doulas.com are great ways to find Doulas in your area, and then ask for interviews with likely candidates.

At the interviews, ask your prospective Doula these key questions: 1. “Where did you train?” A Doula should have been through a certification program or quality apprenticeship program before practicing.

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2. “What are your policies?” Think to yourself; am I comfortable with her method of practice?

3. “How many births have you attended?” Women in a Certification process may have only been to a few births, while Doulas practicing for years may have been to hundreds.

4. “Do you have references?” A good Doula should give you several references, both from clients, and personal ones as well, if you request them.

5. “Do you have experience with…?” After the “with” insert any special concern you may have. Does she have experience with Multiples, with VBAC? Cultural or religious things, such as the quiet needed at a Muslim birth, or the need to respect a lack of all intervention for a Christian Scientist.

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After all that, ask yourself, “Am I comfortable with her?” “Do I feel a good connection with her?” That is one of the most important things.

“Dana was amazing! After much discussion, my husband and I hired Dana when I was about 34 weeks pregnant. Dana has a wonderful personality and is available to answer any and all questions before delivery and postpartum. She was a great advocate for me at the hospital recognizing that I was ready before the nurses. Not only did she help me, but she also kept my husband calm. She kept both of us in the zone. After delivery, she gave a wonderful leg massage - who knew your leg muscles could tense up so much and stayed with us until we were comfortable. A few days later, she came to our home and helped us give our daughter her first bath! Ever since then, she has stayed in contact with us via phone and emails to make sure the three of us were doing well. The only regret I have is that we didn’t get in touch with her SOONER! When we’re ready for number 2, I know who we’re calling first!” ~ Sarah Having a loving support person at your birth isn’t a new idea, and it is certainly a good one. A small, thoughtful investment on your part can make a huge difference in the health of you and your family now, and into the future. Consider contacting a Doula for a prenatal consult, and get the personalized care you deserve.

Dana Oakes is a Certified Childbirth Educator through ALACE. She owns Rushes Childbirth Education and Doula Service, teaching childbirth classes, educating Doulas, training apprentices and serving as a Doula for families in CT, Western Mass and Eastern New York State. Jessica Brown has a Degree in Early Childhood Education and trained as an apprentice with Rushes for over two years. For appointments, or to book a class, call 860-379-2496 or learn more at www.rusheschildbirth.com. See ad on page 7.

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NUTMEG “NUGGETS”

Massage Therapy for Osteoporosis

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hen a person’s bones and joints are compromised, it becomes difficult to engage in exercise, or even daily walking. These limitations can leave a person feeling somewhat depressed or inadequate as they are unable to complete their daily chores and obligations like they used to. Quite unknowingly, a person’s posture often becomes very altered from the ideal when Osteoporosis is present.

How does massage therapy benefit osteoporosis?

The muscles around the bones often suffer from tension and pain due to the extra strain they are under to hold the bones together. Gentle massage therapy helps alleviate this tension. This reduces pain and has added benefits like lowering blood pressure. Massage also often makes it easier for the patient to sleep normally due to the relaxed muscles and reduced pain.

How is massage therapy conducted for osteoporosis?

Light touch is all that is needed to help muscles relax. Massage therapists often use oils in their work so their hands slide along the muscles without pushing too hard on the patient. Circular motions also help reduce the amount of force an area of the body is absorbing at any given time. The fingertips are also useful tools for a massage therapist, because they knead the muscles and break up muscle knots without pushing down on the bones at all. Bodywork is one of the tools to helping you improve and maintain comfort in life.

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Bone Density in the Aging Dog

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ust like humans, dog’s bones may become increasingly brittle as they approach middle age (5-7 years old). Low bone density and low bone mass can put your dog at greater risk for limited mobility, broken bones and decreased quality of life with aging.

There are things that you can do to improve bone density as your dog ages and the bones become more porous.

• Visit your veterinarian regularly for annual check-ups • Feed premium, all natural foods • Supplement with Vitamin D, calcium, and omega additives • Provide regular walks and exercise which will boost endurance and agility.

Talk to your veterinarian today about improving your dog’s overall health and helping them lead a long, active life.

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REMEDIES

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Rediscovering Colloidal Silver A Proven Super Immune Booster

Thanks to eye-opening research, silver is emerging as a wonder of modern medicine. An antibiotic kills perhaps a half dozen different disease organisms, but silver kills some 650. Resistant strains fail to develop.

Moreover, silver is virtually non-toxic. ~ J. Powell, “Our Mightiest Germ Fighter,” Science Digest (March 1978) If you are seeking an alternative to traditional medical answers for addressing illnesses caused by bacteria, virus, or fungus, colloidal silver may be the best place to start. Clinical research and testimonials indicate silver’s efficacy in combatting even typhoid fever (Lancet, Dec 1914), HIV (Etris, silverinstitute.org, silver oxide), candida/ yeast (Journal of Applied Microbiology, Apr 2013) and other fungi (Journal of Microbiology and Biotechnology, Aug 2009).

What Is Colloidal Silver?

Living tissues and organs are masses of billions of cells whose energy comes from minerals (e.g., calcium, magnesium) and trace minerals (e.g., silver, iron, copper, zinc, selenium, manganese). Natural colloidal chemistry in the body’s most important fluids (e.g., blood) breaks down minerals into particles small enough for cells to use them, and scientists have learned to produce colloids in the laboratory. Colloidal silver is a suspension of a high content of ultra-fine, positively charged silver ions in water that can be applied topically or ingested orally/ sublingually, or through the airways from a nebulizer.

The electromagnetic force that colloidal silver generates explains why no diseasecausing pathogens, viral, fungal, or bacterial, develop resistance to it. The colloid attracts the one-celled pathogens, disables the enzyme that they need for their oxygen metabolism, and suffocates them without harming human body chemistry or enzymes.

The immune, lymphatic, and elimination systems then clear out the pathogens.

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Since colloidal silver attacks only single-celled organisms, it is safe for all multicelled living matter (see Safety discussion below). Dr. Harry Margraf, a biochemist and pioneering silver researcher who worked in the 1970s with the late Carl Moyer, M.D., chairman of Washington University’s Department of Surgery, in fact stated that “silver is the best all-around germ fighter we have.”

More recently, the researchers of one study proved that silver can enhance the action of existing antibiotics against certain bacteria, “thus strengthening the antibiotic arsenal for fighting bacterial infections.” (Science Translational Medicine, June 2013).

History & the FDA Silver has been used since ancient Greek and Roman times medicinally, as an antimicrobial, and for preserving foods and liquids. Physicians commonly used colloidal silver as a mainstream antibiotic until 1938. Unfortunately, due to high production costs, allopathic medicine began favoring fast-working, financially lucrative, synthetic pharmaceuticals.

Although the FDA ruled in 1999 that manufacturers of OTC colloidal silver products may not promote their healing properties, and may only refer to them as “mineral supplements,” some of the manufacturing methods used before 1938 are still used today.

Uses & Dosage

Reported uses of colloidal silver include: (1) eye infections (e.g., pink eye; conjunctivitis); (2) ear, nasal, and gum infections; (3) mouth ulcers; (4) colds and flu; (5) sore/strep throat; (6) cuts, scrapes, rashes, and mild burns; (7) yeast and urinary tract infections; and (8) respiratory infections.

Each use calls for a different dose.

In 1940, the researcher RA Kehoe reported that the average daily intake of fruits

and vegetables provided 50-100 mcg of silver as a trace element. Since that time, the commercial farm soils of this country have become extremely deficient in trace minerals. Since there are very few plant sources of trace silver available today, colloidal silver is probably the best substitute, even though electro-colloidal silver does not necessarily have the identical metabolic effect.

One teaspoon of 10 ppm colloidal silver, taken daily, provides 50 mcg of silver and could be considered a ‘nutritional’ amount appropriate for extended periods.

Any amount above 100 mcg/day, or two teaspoons, can be considered a ‘therapeutic’ amount. One company, however, maintains that even according to the EPA daily Oral Silver Reference Dose, seven teaspoons/day of its 10ppm colloidal silver can be used safely for short-term immune support.

Evaluating Product Quality Highest quality colloidal silver has these characteristics: (1) a high percentage of positively charged, silver particles [but higher parts per million (ppm) alone does not make a product better]; (2) no contamination by salts, proteins, silver compounds, stabilizers, or oxidation; (3) the smallest particle size to maximize surface area and efficiency [measured in micrometers (microns) or nanometers (nm), with the ideal particle size being below 0.1 microns (100 nm)]; (4) confirmation of particle size by transmission electron microscopy (TEM); and (5) suspension in pharmaceutical-grade purified water.

Safety

As previously noted, high-quality colloidal silver is perfectly safe. The only potential side effect of concern is reduction of probiotic bacteria in the gut, which can be countered through daily, separate ingestion of quality probiotics. To minimize this effect, also try swishing the silver in your mouth

for 30 seconds before swallowing to promote non-intestinal absorption, or take smaller doses multiple times per day or with meals.

As for toxicity, silver can act as a heavy metal poison or as a trace mineral nutrient.

The difference is in the particle size, NOT the concentration. The smaller the particle, the less likely it will behave as a toxin.

Also, colloidal silver contaminants degrade and diminish the bio-activity of colloidal silver and render it potentially toxic.

The worst toxic reaction is a condition called argyria, usually resulting from the massive intake of silver salts, such as silver nitrate, silver sulfate, and silver chloride. This is primarily a benign cosmetic condition characterized by a permanent, bluish discoloration of the skin (American Family Physician, Dec 1987).

Argyria is undesirable but causes no physical discomfort and does not have any other known side effects.

Whether serious, long-term risk of kidney damage can arise from high-quality, uncontaminated colloidal silver is currently being debated. It also is argued that this natural remedy interferes with the absorption of certain prescription medications, including certain antibiotics (Quinolone, Tetracycline), Levothyroxine, and Penicillamine.

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For decades, consumers have been using safe, effective colloidal silver products from reputable manufacturers. If a bacterial, viral, or fungal infection is undermining your health, it may be worthwhile to determine whether internal use of colloidal silver can help you. You might also explore a homeopathic colloidal silver first-aid gel for any skin problem, including acne, burns, stings, rashes, eczema, and other minor inflammatory responses. Many have reported that high-quality colloidal silver works wonders!

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A Quintessential New England Ecofriendly Resort: The Nonantum Resort

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uintessential New England…that was my first thought as I drove through the picturesque, winding, maple and oak tree-lined roads into Kennebunkport. Passing by quaint little shops, luxurious hotels and charming inns, enticing restaurants and the coolest directional signs I’ve ever seen, I could feel every muscle in my body relax. Having been to Maine dozens of times, somehow I’ve always missed this place. And if you’ve ever been, you know I was definitely missing out! Maine in October would not be my first choice of places to visit, being that my motto is “the hotter the better!” But, I have to admit, with the foliage being in peak bloom, it was stunning. And the fact that it was unseasonably 75 degrees all week did help a bit.

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Kennebunkport is one of those places you’ll never forget and you can’t wait to experience again. Here in Connecticut, we think of Maine as being quite a distance, but it’s actually just 90 miles north of Boston.

The area is a wonderful little corner of Maine where lobstermen still rule the sea, where hospitality takes on a new meaning as hotel and shop owners greet their visitors like long-lost friends, and where the nostalgia and charm of this seaside community take us back to simpler times.

A short walk from Dock Square, where all the action happens, is the grand Nonantum Resort. Since 1883, The Nonantum Resort has continually strived to adapt to the times while still meeting the needs of guests, and at the same time retaining the history

and essences of the original inn. One can stay in The Carriage House Inn which offers several room categories with a mix of traditional and Victorian décor. They are perfect for a romantic weekend with many featuring four-poster beds, hardwood floors, jetted tubs for two and gas-burning wood stoves.

Or if waterfront is more to your liking, you can stay in The Portside Lodge which is designed like a Maine waterfront vacation lodge. First and second floor rooms have a private balcony or patio and third floor rooms have large picture windows with breathtaking water views.

The Nonantum Resort knows how to keep you entertained with an outdoor heated swimming pool, Farm to Fork weekends, lobster and sailing cruises, deep sea fishing charters, stand-up paddle board demos, kayak and bicycle rentals, and they are a stop on two of the Maine Foodie Tours (www.mainefoodietours.com). They have daily activities with a wide range of options including yoga classes, games, cooking demonstrations, wine tastings, sing-alongs, and “S’mores” toasted by hand over a crackling fire. The Resort even features live music several nights a week. They host the annual Fire & Ice (www.fireandicekport.com) and Paddle Battle (www.paddlebattlekport.com).

The restaurants and pub provide variety while capturing the flavors of Maine in both food and drink options. Heckman’s Pub is an intimate, cozy place located just inside the front door of the Carriage House. The

pub features excellent local beers and great pub food. Latitudes, the poolside bar and grill, is one of their best kept secrets. I could see how it would be so easy to spend the whole day – and early evening – poolside in July and August.

From lobster cake appetizers to delicate desserts, the professional staff at 95 Ocean serves up an excellent dining experience.

95 Ocean was highlighted on the popular television program “The TV Diner” and received the shows “Platinum Plate Award.” Features and specials highlight Maine’s local farm produce and products, fresh herbs from The Nonantum Resort’s garden and local seafood.

But, on to the real reason I spent a few days there! The resort is certified by the Maine Department of Environmental Protection as an Environmental Leader by implementing the following to: • Conserve water.

• Minimize/reduce waste.

• Use environmentally friendly cleaners.

• Recycle unused soap products with Clean the World, a non-profit organization that saves the lives of children by bringing these items to impoverished countries around the world.

• Purchase local food and products.

• Educate the staff and guests on reducing environmental impact.

• Money from bottle returns is donated to local charities and staff wellness benefits.

• Gardens and grounds are 100% organic.

• All herbs and edible flowers grown are used in the resorts’ food and beverage outlets.

• Chefs work with Tibbetts Farm in Lyman, ME to compost organic kitchen waste.

Since implementing the Clean the World program in March of 2012, their housekeeping department has collected over 400 pounds of soap, which means that over two thousand bars of soap will be distributed to children and families in need worldwide.

That’s quite an accomplishment. But they don’t stop there! They’ve also collected 140 pounds of bottled amenities, and combined have diverted over 300 pounds of soap and bottled amenities from hitting local landfills.

By far the most fascinating and exciting endeavor that The Nonantum Resort has launched is their Green Room Project. Picture this…you’re an 8th grade student interested in art and design and your art class is given the opportunity to design a real hotel room in your local town! Can you imagine the delight and excitement you would feel? Well, that’s what happened seven years ago when General Manager Tina Hewett-Gordon’s daughter approached her about ideas for an art class project. Coincidently, the resort was initiating a room by room remodeling and the owners agreed to work with the class to create their first “Green Room” design.

The students are given a $5,000 budget with the direction to use as many local products and environmentally friendly techniques as possible, which teaches them the skill of compromise and working on a budget. Students form committees to choose lighting, bedding, furniture, wall art and accessories. They research color palettes, eco-designs, prices, artwork and feasibility of designs.

There are even field trips to Ikea and Pottery Barn where professional decorators meet with the students and discuss making their dream rooms a reality. In addition, Apple has partnered with the program and podcasts are created that educate teens about activities in the area. A year-long plan, students finish the project with a great understanding about the hotel industry, room design, what it means to be environmentally friendly, and how challenging it can be for a resort to comply with all of the criteria.

Kennebunkport is a place where everyone greets you with a smile. Be sure to make it a place you’ll visit soon. Locals and visitors alike enjoy chowder contests, musical acts, sidewalk art shows and plenty of activities throughout the year. You can enjoy all of this during your wonderful, relaxing stay at The Nonantum Resort.

The Nonantum Resort, 95 Ocean Avenue, Kennebunkport, Maine, 04046. Rooms $99-$449, www.nonantumresort.com (888) 2051555.

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Is Stress Making You Fat?

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he answer is YES. Stress can be exactly what is causing you to keep putting on weight even though you have been making healthy dietary choices and exercising regularly. Stress is anything that impacts your body whether real or perceived. It can be emotional in the case of dealing with family, financial and work issues, chemical from the foods, medications, alcohol or hormonal imbalances, or physical from type of job, illnesses, and surgeries to environmental allergies and exposure to pollutants.

People experience and perceive stress differently; some people eat when stressed while others can’t eat at all. Either way, weight gain can happen. When your body is under stress its primitive response is to conserve energy and store fat.

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Your adrenal glands are small glands that sit on top of the kidneys that control stress and fluid balance. They release the stress hormones adrenaline and cortisol into your bloodstream and cause a chain reaction to occur. This response prepares your body for increased energy needs which elevate your insulin, sugar, and fat. The adrenal gland helps maintain blood glucose levels throughout the day, which is your fuel. Cortisol is your natural steroid and is responsible for helping the body cope with these stressors, it is the cease fire on the front lines and puts out your fires all day long. This stress response, “fight or flight”, was the way we would protect ourselves from danger. For most of us, emotional stress can trigger this same response (which occurs way too often) causing insulin resistance or metabolic syndrome (high blood sugar, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol).

If you are not eating often enough or eating enough calories, your body goes into starvation mode which is a stressor. Our natural tendency in this mode is to store food for fuel. This affects your metabolism from burning calories at a regular rate throughout the day because if your body does not know when it will get more fuel in, it will turn down the rate of burning that fuel. Also if you are not eating at regular intervals throughout the day, your body goes into this starvation mode. Your pancreas releases insulin, signaling the body that it is hungry and so when we don’t eat, the circulating glucose in our bloodstream gets used up.

This causes your blood sugar levels to drop causing hypoglycemia where you feel like you better eat something quick before you pass out. If you are eating enough calories for your body to make enough energy, the adrenal gland then needs to tell the body to make its own fuel called glycogen. Glyco-

gen is made from our body breaking down muscle mass, not our fat.

With too much circulating insulin and low blood glucose levels (hypoglycemia), we naturally need to eat something, like a simple carbohydrate. So having a small glass of juice or a piece of fruit is a healthy choice that would help with our immediate symptoms, followed by having something else more sustaining like protein and vegetables.

But most of us reach for more sugary treats and when doing so tend overeat. This carbohydrate overload then causes our body to release more insulin which then leads to a slowing of metabolism and feeling fatigued, like your energy is crashing. This then triggers you to feel hungry again and the cycle continues. Meanwhile, every time you let your sugar levels go too low or too high, the food we eat goes right to storage. We then notice weight gain around the middle and muscle wasting in our extremities.

Being overweight is a huge stressor to your system causing chronic elevation of stress hormones and can lead to insulin resistance, diabetes, heart disease, depression, memory loss, bone loss, joint deterioration, cancer, and immune diseases.

You cannot lose weight if you do not eat. When we limit our calorie intake our body does not have enough fuel which slows our metabolism and affects our ability to deal with our life stressors. Exercise is a great natural stress reliever, but if we exercise excessively and don’t consume enough calories, our body will feel stressed leading to muscle fatigue and low stamina. Working out at the gym with weights and walking on the treadmill is great for cardiovascular health and muscle conditioning, which may make you fit, but still fat. This is why you can train for a marathon and not lose a pound (just ask my husband).

Stress happens; it is a part of everyday life. But it is how an individual copes with a particular stress that makes the difference in how it impacts our bodies. Everyone needs to find a sense of balance by reducing their emotional stressors, exercise by just moving their bodies, eat a healthy balanced diet, sleep well, and supplement with vitamins to support our metabolism. All this when balanced equals your wellness.

Ways to reduce your stress, keep energy up, metabolism going, and promote weight loss: 1. Deep breath, 3 sets of cleansing breaths in through nose and out your mouth.

2. REST lying down 20-40 min, no external stimulation, a time to digital detox.

3. Eat every 3-4 hours, 5-6 x a day – keeps metabolism going 4. Eat within 1-2 hours of waking –you

have not eaten in a long time and your body needs fuel to start your day.

5. Do not eat within 2-3 hours of going to sleep –anything that has not been fully digested will go right to storage as fat.

6. 100 (good) calories = 1 hour of energy, 100 calorie cookie pack will dump quickly, but 100 calorie almond pack will keep you satiated and provide energy.

7. All snacks and meals should contain a protein and plant based fiber source 8. Stay hydrated –drink plenty of water, you should drink about 50% of your body weight in ounces.

9. Keep a food and activity log –when you are accountable for what you are eating, you will make better food choices.

10. Regular activity –walking, muscle conditioning, 20-40 min, 4-5 x a week.

11. Eat REAL foods –check food labels, if you can’t read it, don’t eat it.

12. Avoid white carbs and refined sugars –Sugar is just as addictive as any illicit drugs. The more you eat it, the more you crave it.

13. Healthy fats in moderation –olive oil, coconut oil, avocado, tree nuts, butter, grape seed oil, and sunflower oil.

14. Supplement with vitamins that support your metabolism.

15. Sleep 8 hours a night –go to bed by 10-11pm.

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steoporosis is a serious disease that affects the strength and density of the bones. Osteoporosis is one of the most predominant bone-density diseases in Western society.

Who is at risk?

Rates of low bone density are most commonly found in postmenopausal women, specifically Asian-American women. However, osteoporosis is not strictly a women’s disorder. Men over 70 also have a high risk of decreased bone density. Other risk factors for osteoporosis include early menopause, long-term use of certain medications, alcohol abuse, smoking history, sedentary lifestyle, and low body weight.

Diagnosis Osteoporosis is diagnosed through a bone density scan, called a DEXA scan. This is a fancy term for a type of x-ray that can assess the density of specific bones to gauge fracture risk. The scan will deem bone density normal, osteopenic or osteoporotic. Normal bone density is considered the appropriate bone density. Osteopenia is the term for bone that is losing some density, however, is not significant enough to be classified as osteoporosis. To reach osteoporosis means you have a significant amount of bone loss. The spine and hips are the typical locations for osteopenia and osteoporosis to be found.

Skeleton Physiology 101 The skeleton is continually breaking down and rebuilding. This balance is critical for strong bones. It is said the entire skeleton is regenerated every 7-10 years! This makes it important to provide the essential nutrients needed to make bones strong and less likely to fracture or break.

The breakdown and building up of bone is contingent on parathyroid hormone, the hormone that is secreted from the parathyroid glands. There are four parathyroid glands located on the back of the thyroid that function to balance the amount of calcium circulation in the blood. If there is too little, bone is broken down, if there is too much, bone is built up. Ensuring that the parathyroid glands are managing calcium balance is essential in preventing and treating osteoporosis.

Cortical and Trabecular Bone The skeleton is made of cortical bone and trabecular bone. Trabecular bone is located inside the bone where the bone marrow is stored. The protective hard outside of the bone is the cortical bone.

The bones that make the spinal column are 90% trabecular and 10% cortical, making them an easy target for compression fracture, when the spine begins to compress onto itself. The hip is made up of about 50% trabecular and cortical. The bones of the arms and legs are about 90% cortical and 10% trabecular. Fracture is much less likely, comparatively, to occur in a limb.

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Hormonal Influences: Estrogen encourages bone to mineralize, or strengthen. In postmenopausal women, estrogen levels decrease, which affects bone density as the breakdown of bone is less inhibited. This does not mean estrogen replacement therapy is a requirement to keep bones healthy. Other hormones that lead to estrogen formation include testosterone and DHEA, both of which help women maintain muscle mass and bone density.

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Heredity: Genetic influences as to when bone mass will be at peak mineralization are a large predicting factor in the development of osteoporosis. Any woman whose mother experienced a fracture due to osteoporosis has a 30% greater risk of developing osteoporosis.

Other Predicting Factors: Smoking and alcohol use have been linked to a decrease in bone density. Studies show that women who smoke or consume more than seven ounces of alcoholic beverage a week reduce their bone density and increase the risk of fractures.

Weight Bearing Exercise: Sedentary behavior increases the risk of osteoporosis exponentially. Bones need weight bearing movements to maintain their strength. Consider walking, stair climbing, aerobics or weight training to maintain bone strength. Consult your physician as to what type of exercise would be appropriate for you.

Nutrition: Nutrients, including calcium, magnesium, vitamin D, zinc, boron and vitamin K2, work synergistically to build bone strength. Each nutrient plays an essential role in the structure and strength of the skeletal system, therefore making the practice of only supplementing with calcium for bone health a thing of the past. As for supplementation amounts, it is recommended you have an individualized plan based on your risk. Consult your physician as to the amount of nutrients needed to keep your bones healthy.

Maintaining your skeletal system is essential for quality of life and longevity. Osteoporosis is much easier to prevent than to treat once it has become severe. This makes assessing your risk, considering bone density analysis and establishing a plan for bone health essential.

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How to Have a Healthy Pregnancy

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aving a baby is a natural and beautiful process. It is a blessing. However, for many women it can be a stressful time.

Stress can contribute to a more difficult childbirth. As a woman prepares to bring a baby into the world, there are many factors that can play a role in creating the optimal birth. One of the first steps is to reduce stress.

How are we affected by stress? Is our stress largely due to stressful events in our lives? Or is it caused by body dysfunction?

There are many natural strategies that can be implemented to reduce stress in your life as well as in your body.

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A healthy diet during pregnancy is very similar to a generally healthy diet. The best way to reduce stress in our body is to reduce inflammation. Through diet, we can be very effective in reducing inflammation.

The typical U.S. diet is very inflammatory, which means that when we eat our typical foods, we increase swelling inside our body.

Inflammation is an underlying factor to every disease and illness today. By reducing inflammation in our body through a healthy diet, we are able to prevent illness and promote healing from disease.

Maintaining a healthy diet during pregnancy supports optimal development of the baby as well as supporting the mother through pregnancy. So often, women feel depleted during pregnancy. This depletion can present as morning sickness, fatigue, and pain. The amount of food a pregnant woman eats is not the only important factor; the quality of food is vital as well. A healthy diet during pregnancy can support a strong healthy mother and a strong healthy baby.

Anti-Inflammatory Diet What is an anti-inflammatory diet? Here are the basics: • Gluten-free • Avoid refined sugars and processed foods • Eat a lot of vegetables and some fruit • Limit meat to natural meats that are free of growth hormones and antibiotics

A gluten-free diet is becoming more and more common today. Gluten is a protein that is found in certain grains, including wheat, rye, barley, and some oats. When ingested, gluten can contribute to many body issues such as pain, digestive problems, bloating, learning and behavioral challenges, and much more. When you eliminate gluten from your diet, you can reduce many of these symptoms. Being gluten free reduces some common pregnancy complaints such as back and leg pain, joint stiffness, urinary incontinence, constipation, heartburn, and nausea. For more information on eliminating gluten from your diet, you can visit http://www.instituteofimt.com/ gluten-sensitivity.php.

Avoiding Refined Sugars is a Must The incidence of gestational diabetes continues to rise; avoiding refined sugars is a must for a healthy pregnancy and a healthy life. There are many natural sweeteners that can be substituted in moderation, including palm sugar, coconut sugar, pure honey in moderation, and pure maple syrup in moderation. For more information about cooking and baking with natural sweeteners, you can visit naturallivingfamily.com.

Processed Foods are Very Toxic To optimize the baby’s development inside the womb, it is important to create a healthy environment in the woman’s body.

This healthy environment is maximized by a diet free of synthetic foods and additives.

Processed foods contain many chemicals, many of which are very toxic to the body and a developing fetus. By eliminating processed foods during pregnancy and maintaining a diet of freshly prepared foods we can create an environment that is most conducive to the healthy growth of a baby.

Add Healthy Protein As we all know, protein is very important for growth. There are some women that feel better on a vegetarian diet, but it takes a lot of preparation to eat healthy on a

vegetarian regimen. For a pregnant woman, eating animal protein is often the better choice. While eating meat can be a great source of protein, it is important to limit meat intake to natural sources such as grass-fed beef, natural and organic poultry, and wild seafood that is low in mercury. Today, natural meats are more available in all grocery chains.

In addition to a healthy diet, there are other strategies for reducing stress in the body and improving body health.

Integrative Manual Therapy for a Healthy Pregnancy Most pregnant women experience considerable back and foot pain. In addition, they often have urinary and bowel issues such as bladder incontinence and constipation. Integrative Manual Therapy can be helpful in reducing these symptoms.

Integrative Manual Therapy (IMT) was developed by Dr. Sharon Giammatteo, PhD, IMT,C, over the last thirty-five years. IMT is a gentle, hands-on therapy that focuses on alleviating tension patterns in the body that affect the spine and soft tissues of the body. IMT specializes in identifying and treating underlying contributors to pain and dysfunction.

IMT incorporates the whole body. With a pregnant woman, assessment of the spine and possible underlying contributors to spinal dysfunction is integral to this comprehensive approach. The IMT therapist looks at the ability of the joints to move, for example, the lumbar spine and the sacroiliac joints. The therapist also assesses the alignment of the joints, such as the individual spinal vertebrae and the pelvis. Gentle techniques are used to improve mobility and alignment of these joints. IMT Therapists assess the tension of the fascial tissues in the lumbar and pelvic region to determine areas of compression and possible ‘protection.’ Assessment goes beyond the joints and includes soft tissues such as the pelvic organs, nerves, arteries and veins, lymphatic drainage vessels, and more.

Pregnant women often suffer from poor alignment of the spine and pelvis. Treating the alignment of the spine with IMT can result in significant reductions in pain as well as increased mobility and ease of movement with position changes, walking, and more.

Healthy Elimination It is common to see a pregnant woman running to the bathroom. Urinating more frequently during pregnancy is appropriate to some degree because of the increased pressures on the bladder as the uterus grows. But for many women, there is inflammation and

scar tissue in the pelvis from prior dysfunction that can contribute to increased pressures in the area. IMT can be helpful to reduce this pelvic inflammation and scar tissue and support healthy bladder function.

Constipation and bowel urgency can become a real challenge for some pregnant women. These issues can be caused by a variety of reasons, including dehydration and poor diet. Changing one’s diet is always beneficial and can create a healthier pregnancy and a healthier baby. But often, there is structural dysfunction at the bowel region which can be improved with manual therapy. This bowel dysfunction can contribute to left hip pain and stiffness as well.

Performing Integrative Manual Therapy for the bowel, focusing on improving circulation and drainage in the region as well as promoting mobility of the hip and pelvis, can create optimal changes in bowel and hip function.

The Optimal Pregnancy and Delivery Ultimately, having an optimal pregnancy and delivering a vital, healthy baby can be promoted by eating an anti-inflammatory diet and maintaining a structurally healthy body. Using Integrative Manual Therapy while maintaining a healthy diet can help to reduce stress in the body which will lead to the healthiest pregnancy. As a pregnant woman, it can be very helpful to introduce stress-relieving practices into the day such as yoga and meditation. Introducing these strategies into a daily routine can reduce the stress caused by life.

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HAPPENINGS Thursday, May 1st Hearing: Conserve, Protect & Correct: Free Health Talk. 7pm: Dr. Willa Horowitz, Aud.D. Do you value your sense of hearing? How valuable is it? How do you keep your ears hearing well?

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Barefoot Life Enrichment presents The Healing Touch: Therapeutic Massage for Couples with certified instructor Jolly Lux. 6pm-7:15pm; $15 per person. Bring your partner and prepare to have fun! This class will teach you the basics of giving and receiving a non-sexual massage with your partner, and how to create a safe and trusting space for this activity in your home. Class held at Yu Martial Arts, 345 Albany Turnpike (Route 44), Canton, CT. Call Byron at (860) 371-8802 or visit www.BarefootLife.net.

Women’s Empowerment Meditation. 10am. – 12noon. $25.00. This guided meditation is specifically designed to the energy of the group. We invite in our angels and guides to help us release those things that keep us stuck. The energy of the group helps us to release those things that no longer serve our highest good and allow us to live an empowered life. Held at The Healing in Harmony Center, 99 Citizens Drive, Glastonbury. To register, please call 860.430.9801 or visit www. healinginharmonycenter.com.

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IN-2-IT Kids Spiritual Development Program.

1pm. – 2:30pm. $15.00. Do you have an intuitive child who needs to be with like-minded people?

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Each month participants will practice meditation techniques and then work with a variety of skills to develop their intuitive gifts. Parental permission required. Held at The Healing in Harmony Center, 99 Citizens Drive, Glastonbury. For more information, please call 860.430.9801 or visit www. healinginharmonycenter.com.

7 Day Detox. Program start and end sessions: 11:30 am - 1 pm, May 3-10. $99 (plus $15 materials fee payable to instructor). Everyday life exposes our bodies to stressors and toxins. Upon completion of the program, you will have learned how to transition to a healthier way of eating that will keep you looking and feeling your best for a lifetime. The workshop includes: Individualized coaching on how to conduct a safe and effective detoxification program, Supportive materials including grocery lists, menu plans and recipes, Optional supplement program at discounted prices.

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3pm. – 6pm. $10 minimum donation. A Gathering place for healing practitioners to share, socialize and recharge. As healers, we are often so focused on caring for others that we neglect ourselves. Share the gifts of healing energies with other practitioners in a safe, nurturing and fun environment. All healing modalities welcome if they can fit in within the context of a Reiki treatment.

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Tuesday, May 6th Student Medium’s Night. 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Love donation. Have a reading from one of our gifted student readers. Don’t let the word student confuse you as they are well versed in the art of message delivery. These nights allow them to practice their mediumship and for you to receive guidance. Sessions are 15-minutes each. No appointments. Held at The Healing in Harmony Center, 99 Citizens Drive, Glastonbury. For more

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Friday, May 9th Barefoot Life Enrichment presents Sugar Blues: the Food/Mood Connection with health coach, Linda Coveney. 6:15pm-7:30pm; $15 per person. Are you suffering with poor digestion, aches and pains and lack of energy? Do you know what foods are most nourishing and how to discover the foods that are just wrong for you? Come learn what is most out of balance in your life and what you can do to feel better and lead a more energetic life. Class held at Yu Martial Arts, 345 Albany Turnpike (Route 44), Canton, CT. Call Byron at (860) 371-8802 or visit www.BarefootLife.net.

Meet your Angels and Guides. 6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. $50.00. Receiving spiritual guidance is easier when you understand who you are connecting with. During this workshop you will learn about your primary spiritual guides and guardian angels.

Through meditation, we will meet them and receive information from them on how they would like to work with you. Held at The Healing in Harmony Center, 99 Citizens Drive, Glastonbury. To register, please call 860.430.9801 or visit www. healinginharmonycenter.com.

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Psychic Saturday. 10am. – 4pm. $25.00 for a 20-minute reading. Receive a private reading to connect you to guidance from your angels, spirit guides and loved ones. Check the web site for Readers. Pre-scheduling is highly recommended. Held at The Healing in Harmony Center, 99 Citizens Drive, Glastonbury. To pre-schedule an appointment, please call 860.430.9801 or visit www.healinginharmonycenter.com.

Rainbow Reiki First Degree. 9am - 6pm, May 10th and May 11th. $380. This entry level class, taught by its Grandmaster, Walter Luebeck from Germany, is based on Usui Reiki. Work with the Medicine Healing Buddha, crystal and chakra work, Lemurian mantras, a powerful 20 minute whole body treatment, aromatherapy, aura healing, a video stream that provides an additional day of information, and much more. Held at the Music Center, Washington Avenue, North Haven.

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An Evening with Walter Luebeck and Frank Arjava Petter. 8pm - 10pm. $50. These two world renown Reiki Masters’ schedules coincide in Connecticut this May, so they are getting together to talk about Reiki and Spiritual Healing. The evening will be as spontaneous and joyous as these two long-time friends are when they get together.

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Monday, May 12th Rainbow Reiki Second Degree. 9am - 6pm, May 12th and 13th. $700. This second level class, taught by Grandmaster, Walter Luebeck from Germany, includes Usui symbols, 5 Lemurian symbols, a special 8 minute distant healing that includes soul light healing and downloading of true emotions, 5 minute harmonization techniques for all joints and allergies, karma clearing, brainstem cleansing, basic astrotherapy and Feng Shui, a video stream that provides an extra day of information. Held at the Music Center, North Haven.

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Tuesday, May 13th Magic Drumming Concert with Walter Luebeck.

8pm. $15 for the general public. $10 for those who take Walter’s classes. This is an evening of spiritual healing with Walter’s powerful voice and drums. He performs throughout Europe and has made several recordings. His performances are soul stirring. Don’t miss this wonderful sound healing opportunity! Held at the Music Center, North Haven. To reserve your space for this very special event, contact 860-933-4349 or reikimarie@gmail.com.

Gongs & Himalayan Singing Bowls Healing Meditation with Priscilla Gale. 7:30pm - 8:30pm.

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Saturday, May 17th

Rainbow Reiki Advanced Metaphysical Healing.

9am - 6pm, May 14, 15, and 16. $450. Walter Luebeck, teaches a highly sophisticated method for energetically adjusting the spine and relaxing chronically tensed muscles. If there is a vertebra out of place, malfunction of organs, pain and other health issues may occur. This class provides a highly efficient tool box to solve these issues safely. Pre requisite: Reiki I and II from any school of Usui Reiki. Held at the Music Center, North Haven. Contact 860-933-4349 or reikimarie@gmail. com.

Free Reiki at Thyme & Season. 11 - 3: Tranquil Healing Reiki provided by Usui Reiki Master Anita Jones. First & 3rd Saturday of Every Month! Free, No reservation. Thyme & Season Natural Market, 3040 Whitney Ave, Hamden, 203-407-8128. Certified Nutrition Counselor to assist you M-F 9-5. www.ThymeAndSeasonNaturalMarket.com.

Mini-Detox, Your Way. Create Your Own Custom 10 Day Mini-Detox with a FREE 30 min. Therapeutic Far Infrared Sauna when you join the 10 Day Mini-detox Group. Cleanse your body, purge toxins, and feel great. (Detox kit must be prepaid). 6-7pm. Glastonbury Naturopathic Center 18 School St. Glastonbury. Call 860-657-4105 to reserve your space and pre-pay for your 10 Day Mini Detox Kit. www.naturopathicwellness.com.

Healing in Harmony Night. 5pm. – 7pm. FREE. Stop by the center for a FREE healing service. Participants will sit individually with a healer and receive an 8 – 10 minute healing. No reservation required. You will be served in the order in which you enter the center. The healing services are offered one night each month. Held at The Healing in Harmony Center, 99 Citizens Drive, Glastonbury. For more information, please call 860.430.9801 or visit www.healinginharmonycenter.com.

Thursday, May 15th Type 2 Diabetes: Understand and Manage: Free Health Talk 7pm: Maureen Wasik, RD, CDE. Learn what to do when you have been diagnosed with diabetes or have the warning signs. You take back your life when you learn what’s going on in your body and what you can do to manage your diet and your blood sugar. Take-home materials will be provided. Thyme & Season, 3040 Whitney Ave, Hamden 06518. 203-407-8128 x2.) No reservation, Coupon to all. Certified Nutrition Counselor to assist you M-F 9-5. www.ThymeAndSeasonNaturalMarket.com.

Friday, May 16th Gallery Night. 6:30pm. – 8:30pm. $45.00. Enjoy an intimate evening of learning about angels and guides and experiencing intuitive readings with medium and certified Angel Therapy Practitioner®, Priscilla Bengtson. Everyone in attendance will receive a message. Seating is limited and pre-registration is required. Held at The Healing in Harmony Center, 99 Citizens Drive, Glastonbury. To register, please call 860.430.9801 or visit www.healinginharmonycenter.com.

Connecticut Tree Festival. 11am. - 3pm., rain or shine, fun for the entire family, free admission, parking, door prizes, picnic-style lunch, information--Norwalk Customer Service Center, 203.854.3200. Cranbury Park, 300 Grumman Ave., Norwalk.

Spiritual Spa Day. 9:30am. – 6pm. $120.00. This 90-minute treatment is specifically tailored with YOU in mind. Your package includes a 30-minute Psychic/Mediumship Reading; a 30-minute channeled Energy Healing, and a 30-minute Massage. Receive guidance and support to strengthen your spirit, mind and body. Held at The Healing in Harmony Center, 99 Citizens Drive, Glastonbury.

To pre-schedule your appointment, please call 860.430.9801 or visit www.healinginharmonycenter.com.

Sunday, May 18th Connecticut Director For Humane Society. 4:30 - 7:30 PM. $7. Annie Hornish, Connecticut State Director for the Humane Society of the United States, will discuss the political climate for animal protection at the State level. Who are the “players” in the political process, what types of bills are being considered, and how animal advocates must proceed in the future. For the Potluck, bring a healthy vegan dish to share along with a list of its ingredients. The Suffield Senior Center, 145 Bridge Street, Suffield, CT. For more information or reservations, call Harry at (860) 623-8082 or email Harry at veggyharry@aol.com or see www. northctveg.org.

Integrated Energy Therapy (IET®) for Pets with Jennifer Johnson. 9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. $125.00.

The cellular memory in animals is in some ways similar to that of human beings. This class explores the soul’s mission of cats, dogs and horses, through information channeled from Angel Ariel, details their nine cellular memory areas, their IET integration points, and the complete step-by-step session procedures. Held at The Healing in Harmony Center, 99 Citizens Drive, Glastonbury.

To pre-schedule your appointment, please call 860.430.9801 or visit www.healinginharmonycenter.com.

Wednesday, May 21st Sacred Well Meditation with Dan Lupacchino.

6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. $35.00. Glastonbury UK is home to many energies and histories, including ancient Goddesses, Arthurian Legends and the Healing Powers of the Holy Grail. This workshop will include a short digital tour of the sacred sites of Glastonbury, followed by guided meditation

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HAPPENINGS and anointment with sacred well waters to connect with these amazing energies. Held at The Healing in Harmony Center, 99 Citizens Drive, Glastonbury. To pre-schedule your appointment, please call 860.430.9801 or visit www.healinginharmonycenter.com.

Thursday, May 22nd Acupuncture: An Effective Treatment for Pain: Free. 7pm: Dr. Robin Ritterman, ND. Acupuncture can help many types of pain including headache, musculoskeletal, fibromyalgia and nerve pain.

Learn how it works and see a demonstration of how it can reduce pain. Thyme & Season, 3040 Whitney Ave, Hamden 06518. 203-407-8128 x2.

No reservation, Coupon to all. Certified Nutrition Counselor to assist you M-F 9-5. www.ThymeAndSeasonNaturalMarket.com.

Wednesday, May 28th Home Message Circle. 6:30pm. – 8pm. $15.00.

The session is open to anyone who wishes to practice their mediumship message delivery in a group.

Your ability doesn’t matter as we are all here to get some practice and learn from each other. A group facilitator will help you stay on track with your message if needed. Held at The Healing in Harmony Center, 99 Citizens Drive, Glastonbury. To register, please call 860.430.9801 or visit www. healinginharmonycenter.com.

Yoga, Weight Loss, and Wellness Mini Retreat. $75. Join Pauline Weismman, M.S., C.N.S, Board Certified Nutritionist and Carissa Spada, Registered Yoga teacher who has maintained a weight loss of ninety pounds, as they guide you through an amazing afternoon of: yoga, nutrition, journaling, meditation, sharing circle, breathwork, and mindfulness based eating. Includes healthy snacks, drinks and recipes. No yoga experience needed. All levels of abilities/fitness. Register online at www.westhartfordyoga.com/why_workshops or in studio at 23 Brook St., W Hartford.

Contact: Jen Leavitt (Jen@westhartfordyoga.com) with questions.

Mediumship Development Level I. 9:30am. – 6pm. $300.00. Also June 1st. This is Part I of a three level certificate program. Learn about the spirit world and how to connect with those energies residing there. Create a system for yourself to work with spirit energies so that you can be accurate every time and improve your evidential mediumship. Held at The Healing in Harmony Center, 99 Citizens Drive, Glastonbury. To register, please call 860.430.9801 or visit www.healinginharmonycenter.com.

Monday, June 2nd Hemp Week: Product samples and information all week long. Thyme & Season, 3040 Whitney Av, Hamden 06518. 203-407-8128 x2. Certified Nutrition Counselor to assist you M-F 9-5. www.

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Digestion: You Don’t Have To Live With Grouchy Guts! Free. 7pm: Dr. Amanda Levitt, ND. Learn the causes of common digestive complaints, such as constipation, diarrhea, gas, bloating, heartburn, and celiac disease. Participants will gain a thorough understanding of how the digestive process works, and the naturopathic approach to digestive disease. Thyme & Season, 3040 Whitney Ave, Hamden 06518. 203-407-8128 x2. No reservation, Coupon to all. Certified Nutrition Counselor to assist you M-F 9-5. www.ThymeAndSeasonNaturalMarket.com.

Finding Freedom In Your Unique Expression.

Each Wednesday in June. $165. Register by May 1 $140. Includes materials. Express yourself where you are, meeting all that you are in a spirit of love and creative curiosity! Facilitated by Elisabeth Moss BFA Certified Expressive Art Facilitator. To register Call 860-550-0882. 12 Old Farms Rd. Avon, CT 06001. www.elisabethmoss.com.

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Mondays

Get Your Toes Wet! 10am-1:30pm. $40. Includes materials Begin to open up and trust the artist within. No previous art experience needed! Facilitated by Elisabeth Moss BFA Certified Expressive Art Facilitator. Held at Spiritual life Center, West Hartford. To register contact The Spiritual Life Center 303 Tunxis Rd West Hartford, 860-243-2374. www.spiritlifectr.org

Doctor’s Report - 7 Steps to Wellness. 6pm.

Sign-up is required - call us at 888-800-8404, or go to Torringtonchiropractic.com under ‘contact’ to sign up.

Relationship Detox Workshop. 9am - 5pm. $100

by May 17; $125 after. Do you feel stuck, unhappy, or out of balance in your partner relationship?

Detox from your stressful thoughts and beliefs using The Work of Byron Katie® and you may uncover a new, deeper, more meaningful connection with your partner and yourself. Love and Light Studio, Andover, CT. Hosted by Certified Facilitator Joy Karim. Registration/info: Contact Joy at joy@ theworkwithjoy.com or 860-796-9461. www.

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Tuesdays Community style Acupuncture. Sustainable Health & Wellness offers community-style acupuncture at just $20-25/session. Community acupuncture is offered every Tuesday and Thursday, and appointments can be requested online at www.SustainableHW.com.

Women’s Empowerment Group. 6-7:20pm.

First Tuesday of Every Month. Come gather with like-minded women who are motivated to raise their consciousness. Drawing from the Law of Attraction, meditation, and life coaching techniques, you will deepen your connection to who

you truly are, experience powerful meditations, set intentions, and take your life to the next level.

Limited seating. To register, please call: 860-7070908 or email: kristen@balancedlivingnow.com.

36 Chamberlain Highway, Berlin, CT. $20.00 suggested donation.

Wednesdays Journey With Art. 5:30-8:30pm. May 7-28th. $160. Includes materials. Four unique journeys ,using collage, printmaking, creating a vision box, and fabric play. Facilitated by Elisabeth Moss BFA Certified Expressive Art Facilitator. To register call 860-550-0882. 12 Old Farms Rd. Avon, CT 06001.

Thursdays H.U.S.H. Holistic Universal Sound Healing. 2nd Thursday. 6:30 - 8. Monthly groups in Columbia. $20. Restore the inner balance of the body and awaken the spirit with gongs, crystal and brass bowls. Call or email for location. Linda 860-4282097. bewell444@gmail.com.

Community style Acupuncture. Sustainable Health & Wellness offers community-style acupuncture at just $20-25/session. Community acupuncture is offered every Tuesday and Thursday, and appointments can be requested online at www.SustainableHW.com.

Fridays Low-cost Naturopathic Medical Visits at Sustainable Health & Wellness. Sustainable Health runs Community Naturopathic Clinic on the 2nd Friday of each month, from 10a – 2p. Call 860-217-1171 for details or to make an appointment. The center is located upstairs in the Mill at 2 Tunxis Road, Tariffville (historic Simsbury). Walkins are also welcome. Dr Dana Lapointe, along other ProNatural member physicians, holds the clinic monthly. At $50, the visit cost is around the cost of a typical insurance specialist copay.

H.U.S.H. Holistic Universal Sound Healing. 3rd Friday. 7-8:30. Monthly Groups at Unity Church, 919 Ellington Road, South Windsor. $20. Restore the inner balance of the body and awaken the spirit with gongs, crystal and brass bowls. Call or email for location. Linda 860-428-2097. bewell444@gmail.com.

Saturdays Effortless Body: Drop-in Class. 9am-10pm. $15.

Experience ease and lightness in your body as you learn a simple movement series designed to melt away painful tension patterns and restore your body’s natural poise. Learn to better understand your body’s design while receiving sophisticated hands-on guidance from a certified Alexander Technique teacher. Call 860-656-6177, or email Sara@millerAT.com to register, space is limited. Miller-Alexander Technique, Main Street, Farmington. www.millerAT.com.

RESOURCES ACUPUNCTURE

FINANCIAL PLANNING

Glastonbury Naturopathic & Acupuncture Center 18 School St. Glastonbury, CT • 860-657-4105 Dr. Helene Pulnik, RPh, MS, ND, L.Ac. www.naturopathicwellness.com info@naturopathicwellness.com See ad on page 19.

Conscious Capital Wealth Management, LLC Lawrence Ford 381 Hubbard St. ste. 300, Glastonbury, CT 06033 (860) 6598299 Lford@consciouscapitalwm.com www.consciouscapitalwm.com See ad on page 19.

Sophia Natural Health Center Kenneth Hoffman, L.Ac., CCH 31 Old Route 7, Brookfield, CT 06804.

(203) 740-9300 • SophiaNaturalHealth.com

ALLERGY TREATMENT Wholistic Allergy Solutions 18 School St. Glastonbury, CT • 860-657-4105 Dr. Helene Pulnik, RPh, MS, ND, L.Ac. www.naturopathicwellness.com info@naturopathicwellness.com See ad on page 19.

ART Elisabeth Moss Expressive Art 12 Old Farms Rd, Avon, CT 06001 860.550.0882 www.elisabethmoss.com elisabethmossart@gmail.com

CHIROPRACTIC Westside Chiropractic 557 Prospect Avenue, West Hartford,CT (860) 523-5833 • westsidechiropractors.com See ad on page 26.

HEALTH FOOD STORES Parkade Health Shoppe Manchester Parkade, 378 West Middle Tpke, Manchester, CT • 860.646.8178 M-Sat 8am-9pm • Sun 9am-6pm See ad on page 11.

Thyme and Season Natural Market 3040 Whitney Ave., Hamden 06518 www.ThymeAndSeasonNaturalMarket.com 203.407.8128. Open 7 days: M-F 8am-7:30; Sat 9-7:30; Sun 10-6. Our 17th Year! One of the largest selections of natural, organic, non-GMO, glutenfree & vegan foods in the area.

Holistic Centers The Institute of Integrative Manual Therapy at Regional Physical Therapy 1 Northwestern Drive, Bloomfield, CT 06002 860-243-6571 • Info@InstituteofIMT.com www.InstituteofIMT.com • see ad on page 21.

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Diane Bahr-Groth, C. Hy., TFT, Dir. 1177 High Ridge Road, Stamford, CT. (203)595-0110 • mindbodytransformation.com See ad on page 12.

Glastonbury Naturopathic Center 18 School St. Glastonbury, CT • 860-657-4105 Dr. Helene Pulnik, RPh, MS, ND, L.Ac. www.naturopathicwellness.com info@naturopathicwellness.com See ad on page 19.

Mind Matters Hypnosis Center Lisa Zaccheo, MA, BCH, BCI Board Certified Hypnotist & Instructor 12 Waterside Court, Avon, CT 06001 (860)693-6448 • MindMatters@comcast.net www.mindmattershypnosis.com

DENTISTRY The Canaan Gentle Dentle & Implant Center Dr. Thomas Livingstone 3 Railroad St. North Canaan, CT (860)824-0751 • www.livingstonedental.com See ad on page 17.

Dr. Steven Hinchey 2249 New London Turnpike South Glastonbury, CT. (860) 633-6518 www.dentistryfordiabetics.com/drhinchey See ad on page 9.

Michele P. Rousseau, MA, CH 267 William Street, Middletown, CT 06457 860-704-9054 • mprousseau@sbcglobal.net www.micheleprousseau.com

LIFE COACH PEAK Results Coaching Jeff Forte, CSIC, CME 2389 Main St., Glastonbury, CT 06033 (860)633-8555 • peakresultscoaching.com See ad on page 23.

LIFE COACH Balanced Living Now Kristen Werblow, M.A., CPC 36 Chamberlain Highway, Berlin, CT 06037 (860)707-0908 • kristen@balancedlivingnow.com www.balancedlivingnow.com See ad on page 27.

MASSAGE All About You Massage Therapy, LLC Cindy Strickland, LMT 396 Lewis Hill Road, Coventry, CT 06238 www.allaboutyoumassagetherapy.net (860)742-5285 • (860)573-6526 CT Lic#006649. Member: AMTA & NCBTMB Elisabeth Moss 12 Old Farms Rd, Avon, CT 06001 860.550.0882 www.elisabethmoss.com elisabethmossart@gmail.com Wholistic Spa 18 School Street, Glastonbury, CT. 06033 860-657-4105 • www.wholisticspa.com See ad on page 19.

NATUROPATHIC MEDICINE CT Natural Health Specialists Lauren Gouin, ND, Ashley Burkman, ND 315 E. Center St., Manchester, CT (860) 533-0179 • www.ctnaturalhhealth.com See ad on page 13.

Debra Gibson, ND 100 Danbury Road, Ste. 102 Ridgefield, CT 06877 • (203)431-4443 See ad on page 23.

Glastonbury Naturopathic & Acupuncture Center 18 School St. Glastonbury, CT • 860-657-4105 Dr. Helene Pulnik, RPh, MS, ND, L.Ac. www.naturopathicwellness.com info@naturopathicwellness.com See ad on page 19.

Kensington Naturopathic Medical Center Dr. Ann Aresco 355 New Britain Rd, Kensington, CT (860) 829-0707 • drannaresco@comcast.net kensingtonnaturopathic.com See ad on page 25.

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SCHOOLS Connecticut Institute for Herbal Studies LauraMignosa, NCCH 912 Corbin Ave, New Britain, CT 06052 (860) TCM-2705 • www.ctherbschool.com.

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Naturopathic & Acupuncture Health Center Dr. Marie Mammone, ND Dr. Renee Mammone, ND John Mammone, Licensed Acupuncturist 274 Silas Deane Hwy., Wethersfield, CT 06109 (860)529-1200 • www.NAHcenter.com

Keith Yimoyines, ND 269 Church St., Hebron, CT 06248 (860) 228-1287 F(860) 228-2518 drkeithy@gmail.com

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12ProNatural Natural Health Physicians Group LLC 355 New Britain Road Practitioners Provide Kensington, CT 06037 • 860-505-0702 www.ProNaturalPhysicians.com Wisdom and Insight Members forProNatural Women of All Ages Dr. Ann Aresco 355 New Britain Road, Kensington, CT 06037 P: 860-829-0707 • F: 860-829-0606 Frank Aieta, ND E: draresco@comcast.net • See ad on page 25.

West Hartford, CT

Dr. Marcos de Escobar 171 Grandview Avenue, Suite 101 AnnWaterbury, Aresco,CTND 06708 P: 203-757-9336 Kensington, CT • E: cosnd1@gmail.com Dr, Liz Hermann

Ken10Hoffman, Elizabeth St., DAc(RI), Suite B, Bethel,LAc(CT) CT 06801 (203) 748-4447 (Office) • b.medical@sbcglobal.net Brookfield, CT Dr, Myriah W. Hinchey

Eileen Comia, MDCT 06248 269 C. Church St., Hebron, O(860) 228-1287 Bloomfield, CT F(860)228-2518 Dr. Dana Lapointe

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