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Toning the Vagus Nerve

Relief for Pain, Anxiety and Inflammation

FOREST BATHING Restores Body and Mind

CROPS IN THE CITY

Urban Farmers Break New Ground

COOLING HERBS Choices That Beat the Heat

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Contents 14 HEALING HEAD

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TRAUMA

17 IS MOLD REALLY HARMING ME?

20 TONING THE VAGUS NERVE

Relief for Pain, Anxiety and Inflammation

24 POOR GUT HEALTH: Signs, Symptoms and Solutions

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26 FOREST BATHING

Mother Nature’s Rx for Body and Mind

28 HELP FOR

HOME GARDENERS

Extension Agents at Your Service

30 CROPS IN THE CITY

Urban Agriculture Breaks New Ground

33 THE GRACE

OF ABUNDANCE

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Five Practices to Create a More Abundant Life

34 THE ABCS OF CBD 40 SUMMER EATING The Herbal Connection

DEPARTMENTS 8 news briefs 12 eco tip 15 health briefs 16 global briefs 18 masters of

bodywork & healing arts 20 healing ways

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26 fit body 28 green living 33 inspiration 34 plant medicine

section 46 calendar 52 resource guide 62 ad index 63 classifieds

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Anniversary Dance Party and Potluck at Music in Motion

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usic in Motion Dance Studio is celebrating its one-year anniversary on July 13, from 7 to 10:30 p.m., with a potluck and dance party. They’ll be playing ballroom, Latin, swing and country dance music, and there will be professional performances.

Located on the northwest side of Tucson, Music in Motion offers group dances, youth classes, wedding choreography, group lessons, private lessons and more. They host a Country Western Dance Social on the first Saturday of each month and Saturday night dance socials twice a month.

According to the experts at Music in Motion, the benefits of private lessons include: one-on-one instruction with undivided attention, ability to book couples or singles lessons, flexibility of scheduling, ability to learn more in-depth lessons and privacy for nervous beginners.

Location: 1980 W. River Rd., Ste. 140-170, Tucson. For more information, call 520-4477841 or visit MusicInMotionDanceStudio.com. See ad, page 11.

Celebrate Yourself with Jaime Lawhorn Photography

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Gut health is the key to overall health.

ine art photographer Jaime Lawhorn does portraits that are more than just a portrait—they are art. Her portraits are created in collaboration with the client, where creativity is the only limitation. These are not typical portraits, but rather artistic and painterly, using light to create drama and mood.

“When was the last time you had your portrait taken?

Chances are, it has been a while. Portraits last more than a lifetime and are irreplaceable to your family members,” explains Lawhorn. “It’s time, celebrate yourself in this moment.”

The experience begins with an in-person consultation where creative juices flow, discussing how the client would like to be photographed and what their final images will look like, including concept, wardrobe and props. The second meeting with Lawhorn is the portrait session, which includes professional hair and makeup. Once images are completed, clients are invited to an in-person reveal.

Lawhorn is an artist first and wants everyone to see the beauty in themselves and create art.

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Working Bodies Massage Therapy

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ebecca Colmenares, a Licensed Massage Therapist, has been practicing massage and bodywork for 15 years. Every massage is customized to the needs of each body. She utilizes a variety of techniques, including Swedish, deep tissue, neuromuscular, trigger point, myofascial, stretches and other corrective techniques. Neuromuscular techniques realign the muscles and help the muscles with muscle memory.

Colmenares is an experienced massage therapist with a variety of tools in her toolbox, able to work effectively with a range of conditions such as fibromyalgia, TMJ, frozen shoulder, referred pain, planter fasciitis and neuromuscular pain. She works very intuitively picking up on the subtleties of each body. Utilizing a variety of techniques, she can adapt to each person’s particular needs.

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Time for Something Different with Alexcis Lopez

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lexcis Lopez, Amazon best-selling author of From Anxious to Awesome and founder/owner of A Transformative Touch Wellness Center since 2006, does things a little bit differently. As an ordained minister with a master’s in Metaphysics, multiple certifications in Clinical Hypnotherapy, NLP life coaching, Shame Therapy, Inner Child Therapy, bodywork, energy therapies and many years’ experience in shamanic practices, Lopez has a lot of diverse knowledge to pull from.

Lopez’s own healing journey was a meandering path. Along the way she realized that to effect true, lasting healing we must Alexcis Lopez engage all of ourselves—the conscious, unconscious and heart minds. Unable to find a modality that addressed all three, she created her own practice that doesn’t fit the usual therapeutic molds but pulls from many of them. The backbone of her healing model is an overarching philosophy called The Art of Being Self Centered.

Being self-centered is not to be confused with being selfish. Being self-centered is a practice of five principles: awareness, responsibility, respect, imperfection and unconditional living. Using these five principles and associated tools, she created a therapy called Regressive Emotional Shame Eliminating Trance Therapy (RESET). Using RESET, Lopez helps her clients gain emotional-mental clarity and insightful self-awareness, create healthy boundaries, improve relationships, break negative patterns, heal past trauma, reclaim self-worth and expand consciousness.

Lopez works with people in several ways: she offers private sessions using RESET both in person and remotely, leads Ayahuasca retreats to Rocky Point, Mexico, offers cacao and kava ceremonies, journey and meditation circles and Being Self Centered workshops.

For more information and to schedule a session, email Alexcis@AlexcisLopez.com or visit AlexcisLopez.com. See ad, page 19.

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“We are committed to your success, and provide quality education, marketing and training tools to help you be successful,” says Mike. “Whether you’re Mike and Luz sharing our memberships with a cusSondgeroth tomer or helping your teammates reach their highest potential, your journey with us will be transformative and deeply rewarding. Here, you can experience an abundance of life as it was meant to be lived with the support of a global community of visionaries, dreamers and doers, just like you.”

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New Total Computer Health Service from GE Computing

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or several years, GE Computing and Internet Services has provided its CleanupSpeedup-Update service, which involves owner Don Gibbens working with clients when they have problems with their computer systems. After watching clients try to navigate through the thickets of problems in their systems, Gibbens has decided that most people need to have help available not just as needed, but continuously.

“Why continuously? Because one needs to have the peace of mind knowing that everything that can be done to keep their computer systems healthy is being done,” explains Gibbens. “For those who subscribe to Total Computer Health, we will provide to you the benefit of knowing that your systems are being taken care of. There will be reports on the computer’s health and we will have the ability to monitor so that, should you be attacked, we will be able to meet it head-on. Often, that will be before you even know there is a problem. The Total Computer Health Service will also make entire image backups on a periodic basis so that, if a hard drive crashes, the system and data can be recovered.”

The Total Computer Health package will include: managed antivirus, patch management, web protection, remote monitoring, backup and recovery, image backup, mobile device management, remote access, cross platform support, risk intelligence and support consultations. The package costs $100 for the initial setup in the first month, then $35 each month after that. Another optional Email Security package includes email security, continuity and archiving of private domain emails.

For more information, call 520-332-1485, email Don@GEComputerRepair.com or visit GEComputerRepair.com. See ad, page 9.

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eco tip

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Save Resources, Reduce Food Waste and More

Midsummer is prime time for outdoor family meals, barbecues and picnics. Selecting the healthiest food, along with eco-friendly materials in preparing for the fun feasts, can fulfill a more environmentally sustainable lifestyle and conserve resources at the same time. n GreenAmerica.org recommends using organic cloth, reusable mesh or string produce bags when grocery shopping; use bamboo utensil sets and plastic straw alternatives made of stainless steel, food-grade silicone, bamboo or glass. n To keep uninvited flying pests like mosquitoes, flies and the like away from humans and food, apply natural repellents—many made of natural, essential oil; plant-based and food-grade ingredients can be found at ChasingGreen.org.

n According to WebMD.com, charcoal grilling of meat can expose us to two potentially cancer-causing compounds—polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons that form when fat from meat drips onto hot coals and are “deposited on food courtesy of flame-ups and rising smoke,” and heterocyclic amines that “are produced when red meat, poultry and fish meet high-heat cooking.” Instead, consider using a closed-flame gas grill to reduce exposure to toxins and cook fresh and organic fruits and vegetables like zucchini, tomatoes, peppers, onions and mushrooms. n Both the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency warn against eating shark, swordfish, king mackerel and tilefish due to high levels of mercury, and to consume no more than six ounces of albacore tuna per week for the same reason. Some studies point to avoiding farmed salmon due to potentially high amounts of PCBs. Bypass larger fish of the food chain; look for those that have earned the Marine Stewardship Council or Aquaculture Stewardship Council labels. n The U.S. Department of Agriculture recently estimated that between 30 to 40 percent of all food in the country is wasted.

To improve this situation, use glass containers instead of plastic bags to store leftovers. Also consider sustainable food wraps like Bees Wrap (BeesWrap.com). Made from beeswax, organic cotton, jojoba oil and tree resin, they seal and conform to the shape of whatever food is being stored.

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HEALING HEAD TRAUMA

by Sylvia Boyed

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hrough practicing a blend of energy work, a cluster of medical conditions associated with the vestibular system has been observed to be affected positively by both craniosacral therapy and visceral manipulation. Among these medical conditions are vertigo, dizziness, tinnitus, light-headedness, spinning, falling or fainting involuntarily (syncope).

These particular conditions are often the result of old and new trauma and changes of the cervical spine, or from the trauma of a head injury. Head injuries do not always cause neurological dysfunction, but most of the time they do leave changes to the membrane and the structure of the skull, face and neck. An injury will continue to expand in its compromise by regenerating scar

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tissue over time, creating more compression and pressure to the head and neck. This can be very painful and debilitating. Head injuries traumatize the entire nervous system.

The misalignment of the mandibular/sphenoid connection in the face structure is particularly significant to the ears and the body’s vestibular system, which controls balance, equilibrium and spatial differentiation.

The craniosacral method gently softens these compressed and misaligned regions of trauma, releasing the tensions between the bony structure of the body and layers of different tissue. The viscera of the body sits and moves closest to the spine, weaving itself between the organs and cavities of the body. Applying both methods frees up the deeper levels of constriction and pain within the various systems of the body, increasing function. Using these methods, tinnitus has been observed to decrease over time, some degrees of hearing are restored and equilibrium improves significantly.

One patient of craniosacral therapy, Mary Havens, had health issues resulting from an old dental bridge. “Dental bridges must be replaced every 10 to 15 years. In my case, the bridge remained for over 30 years,” explains Havens. “By the time I convinced a dentist to remove it, I had chronic pain in my jaw and my ear had sustained trauma. Having cranial work has made major strides with eliminating jaw pain and reducing pressure and noise levels in my left ear. At times, I have full hearing capacity. I look forward to full restoration through continued bodywork.”

A person’s curiosity, commitment and faith can go quite a long way in tapping into the body’s potential to heal.

Sylvia Boyed, MA, LMT, CST, is an energetic bodyworker who has worked in the bodywork field for 12 years. She treats all of the systems of the body for all ages, with specializations in joint reconstruction, head injuries, migraine headaches, vertigo, tinnitus, hyperactivity, learning disabilities and anxiety. Connect at 520-370-3689 or SylviaBoyed.com.

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

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Take B12 to Help With Parkinson’s New research has found the basic micronutrient vitamin B12 may be the first good tool for averting the hereditary form of Parkinson’s disease, which accounts for about 15 percent of such cases worldwide. In lab tests, an international team of scientists found that AdoCbl, one of the active forms of vitamin B12, inhibits the activity of a mutated enzyme linked to Parkinson’s. Inhibiting this enzyme appears to help stabilize dopamine release in the brain.

Dopamine deficiencies manifest in the muscle rigidity and tremors that are hallmark symptoms of Parkinson’s.

Another recent study from the University of California San Francisco that included non-hereditary Parkinson’s patients found that symptoms worsened more quickly in earlystage patients that had low B12 levels than in those with higher levels of the vitamin.

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Producing pure hydrogen is expensive and energy intensive, but a research team at the Andlinger Center for Energy and the Environment, at Princeton University, used sunlight to pull hydrogen from industrial wastewater by using a specially designed chamber with a “Swiss cheese”-like black silicon interface. As reported in the journal Energy & Environmental Science, the process is aided by bacteria that generate electrical current when consuming organic matter in the wastewater; the current, in turn, aids in the water splitting. It “allows us to treat wastewater and simultaneously generate fuels,” says Jing Gu, a co-researcher and assistant professor of chemistry and biochemistry at San Diego State University. The scientists say the technology could appeal to refineries and chemical plants, which typically produce their own hydrogen from fossil fuels and face high costs for cleaning wastewater.

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Wastewater Turned into Hydrogen Fuel

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Greenhouse Gases Hit Landmark

Certainty that we are facing a climate crisis today and not just in the future was reached in May through an alarming milestone in carbon dioxide levels. Data from the Mauna Loa Observatory, in Hawaii, shows that the amount of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere reached 415 parts per million, the highest ever recorded.

However, environmental organizations charge that ominous news like this is not being communicated to the public to the degree warranted. While the CBS, NBC and ABC nightly TV news reports combined devoted nearly 18 minutes of coverage to the birth of the royal baby between May 6 and 12, airtime regarding climate change and extinction during the same period only amounted to one minute and 21 seconds, and only on CBS.

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Is Mold Really Harming Me?

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by Lance Morris

e do testing for the presence of mold in our homes and work places. Did you know it’s also possible to do tests that confirm if one’s personal health is being negatively impacted by mold?

One simple and interesting test is the functional acuity contrast test (FACT).

People with mold exposure are less able to differentiate decreasing visual contrast. This test can be done for free online at VCSTest. com. Basically, it is a general test of neurologic function. Much like a hearing test, it demonstrates the presence of dysfunction without pointing to causal specificity.

Many things may cause a decrease in perception of reduced visual contrast.

Examples include: toxins, chemicals, bacteria, fungus, virus, parasitic infections, drugs, mold mycotoxins and nutritional deficiencies.

Although the FACT test doesn’t point to mold as the cause specifically, if the test is negative—showing no perceptual contrast deficit—one can rule out mold as a concern.

If it is positive, more tests should be done.

At this stage, there are five primary questions.

Am I allergic to mold? This can be checked by doing blood or skin scratch testing, looking for different immunoglobulins to be activated. These results are quantifiable and indicate the severity of harm being induced.

Am I infected with mold? This is a harder question to answer. Most infectious vectors create an antigen-antibody response.

Normally we can test for these directly from the blood. For those fortunate to have a properly functioning immune system, a mold infection may be no more problematic or dangerous then a cold. Another way to identify the presence of mold in our bodies is to look for DNA of mold found in body tissue or excretions.

Do I have a genetic weakness? Mold susceptible people have a genetic defect that doesn’t allow them to use the normal detoxification body pathways. We know that 24 percent of the world population fits into this category. To access this requires looking at our genes, specifically subsets of human leukocyte antigens (HLAs).

Am I being poisoned by mold biotoxin?

This requires looking at a variety of hormonal and immunologic factors. Cytokines are proteins that modulate the inflammatory response. Examples of cytokines that we may test include Interleukin-1 beta (IL-1β), Interleukin-6 (IL-6), Interleukin-8 (IL-8) and Tumor necrosis factor alpha (TNF-α). These cytokines can then increase the levels of several other immune response related substances, including TGF Beta-1 and MMP-9. In patients that are mold susceptible and are unable to detox properly, Complement 4A is virtually always elevated.

Mold biotoxin damages the endocrine system. In particular, it reduces the levels of melanocyte stimulating hormone (MSH) inducing a slew of symptoms, such as pain, insomnia, leaky gut, slowed healing time, fatigue, muscle cramps, autoimmune conditions, temperature dysregulation and poor concentration.

Do I have any secondary co-infections?

Lyme disease is one. Another that is good to screen for is MARCoNS, or resistant coag-negative staph bacteria. This test is done with a nasal swab.

These are just some of the many more pieces that make up this puzzle of the impact of mold on our health.

Dr. Lance J. Morris practices at Wholistic Family Medicine, in Tucson. He has been in clinical practice in Tucson since 1985. Connect at 520322-8122 or ResonantSoundTherapy.com.

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Qigong and the Subtle Energy Body

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igong is a simple life science that moves qi and brings a powerful balance into the body. The movements, breathing techniques and meditations all work together to bring our energy body into a harmonious state. The practice of qigong moves the qi and at the same time lets the student practicing qigong feel the subtle energy as the qi moves.

During certain exercises, we may notice areas within the body tingle or flutter, maybe feel hot or cold, as the qi moves. As the practice brings us into balance, these feelings become regular. The body then begins to let us know when we have reached a balanced state.

We may not always listen to our bodies, but the tangible feeling of qi movement directly correlates to our own balanced state. The subtle energy body is full of bright colors; green surrounds the liver, yellow the stomach, red the heart and so on. The power we hold in the energy body is always there, but it needs to be nurtured and fed.

Maintaining it is up to the individual. We can take control of our own well-being and practice a proven system that is over 7,000 years old and feel our subtle energy body come alive.

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Toning the Vagus Nerve Relief for Pain, Anxiety and Inflammation

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esearch is the multitasking vagus The vagus nerve helping docnerve, the longest in stems from the brain tors connect the autonomic nervous to the abdomen like the dots between system. a communication seemingly unrelated

The superconditions like irrisuperhighway between power of this doubletable bowel syndrome, branched cranial nerve your gut and brain. rheumatoid arthritis, lies in transporting ~Hannah Aylward post-traumatic stress major neurotransmitdisorder (PTSD), ters along what is chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyknown as the brain-gut axis. “The vagus algia, revealing a common denominator: nerve stems from the brain to the abdo-

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Recent studies have shown that vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) can improve quality of life for individuals suffering from numerous conditions. One type is a device that can be implanted by a neurosurgeon, which sends electrical impulses to the vagus nerve in children that suffer from seizures and adults with depression as a supplemental treatment when surgery or medications are not possible or effective.

There is also a handheld, noninvasive VNS option called gammaCore, a U.S. Food and Drug Administrationapproved device that offers hope for sufferers of cluster and migraine headaches.

Its effectiveness for chronic pain management, as well as in cases of epilepsy and depression, was published in the Neuromodulation Journal in 2015.

PTSD researcher Imanuel Lerman, M.D., and his colleagues with the Veterans Affairs San Diego Healthcare System, found that VNS affects areas of the brain responsible for processing emotional pain. The findings, published in the journal PLOS ONE earlier this year, also show that VNS delays the brain’s response to pain signals in individuals with PTSD.

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men like a communication superhighway between your gut and brain,” says Hannah Aylward, an Orlando-based certified holistic health coach and gut health expert. “Studies show that the vagus nerve regulates inflammation throughout the body.”

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Mental Health, Trauma and the Gut

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

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

Aylward notes that 95 percent of the body’s mood-boosting chemical serotonin resides in the enteric nervous system, which governs the function of the gastrointestinal tract. “The brain-gut axis is becoming increasingly important as a therapeutic target for psychiatric and GI disorders,” she says.

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

“Learning to be aware of our internal

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state and learning calming techniques helps to regulate the autonomic nervous system and can go a long way,” says Siegel. “High ventral vagal tone means having a state of calm.”

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

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

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

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

Marlaina Donato is the author of several books, including Multidimensional Aromatherapy. Connect at AutumnEmbersMusic.com.

The Rise of Gut Problems

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ur gut can alter our entire body. It can influence the way we think, sleep, eat and act, as well as the health of our skin. When our gut microbiome is off balance, it can greatly contribute to autoimmune diseases and emotional imbalances and lead to a general feeling of malaise.

Gut problems are spreading rapidly due to the high stress environments we live in— from pesticides/herbicides, GMO foods, toxic pollution and emotional stress. This is enough to throw anyone’s body out of balance.

Leaky gut and food sensitivities are also becoming a common ailment in the U.S. Bloating, fatigue, abdominal pain, headaches, joint pain, skin problems, brain fog and autoimmune related disease are some of the symptoms that can occur.

Deep healing requires us to attend to all aspects of ourselves and our lives that contribute to falling ill in the first place.

Kristina Olivarez is a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner at Levity Floatation and Wellness Center, in Tucson. She offers a free in-depth consultation to Natural Awakenings readers. Connect at 520-339-6674 or LevityRising.com. See ad. page 19.

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Heal The Brain and Mitochondria with Wahls Protocol

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hose with a neurological disease or autoimmune disorder may want to look into the Wahls Protocol and start choosing foods that may help reverse symptoms of disease. Just ask Dr. Terry Wahls (TerryWahls.com), who was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) in 2000 and was in a reclining wheelchair by 2005.

Through her experience with functional medicine, Wahls decided to combine foods that nourish and fortify the brain (to reduce her brain fog) and the mitochondria (to give her energy to make it through her day as a physician). Within five months of starting her own diet plan, Wahls experienced a huge change in her life and a reduction in her symptoms.

Since 2007, Wahls has continued to research the benefits of her diet plan with others diagnosed with MS. She also works with patients diagnosed with dementia, Parkinson’s disease and most autoimmune diseases on incorporating her diet strategies into their lives to reduce symptoms and optimize health.

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Reflexology Gets On Your Nerves—Literally

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hat is it about working on the feet that reduces nervous tension and anxiety? Plenty. The feet contain more nerves per square inch than any other part of the body. An important nerve for maintaining optimal function is the vagus nerve (vagus, from Latin, means wandering). This wandering nerve is a primary one within the parasympathetic nervous system, responsible for automatic functions like digesting and regulating heart rate and blood pressure, among others.

Anxiety, which is becoming increasingly prevalent, inhibits digestive and other essential functions and people are finding help through body work that helps calm their jangled nerves.

Reflexology differs from massage because its methodology is to reduce tension directly through the nervous system rather than through the musculature as in massage. Both are excellent modalities for stimulating the vagus nerve, creating a deeply relaxed state conducive to healing on many levels.

In reflexology, the vagus nerve is mapped on the big toes (top and bottom) and halfway up the midline of the foot. Reflexologists use relaxed pressure along these areas to “wake it up”. Generally, simply bringing conscious awareness especially to the lower body, the base, can promote grounding, safety and stability which support not only the digesting of food, but also the digesting of life with all its complexities.

Cheryl Foster, a Nationally Board Certified Reflexologist, has been in practice for 15 years. Her gentle practice, Barefoot Dreams Reflexology, is located at 2230 E. Speedway Blvd., Ste. 100, Tucson, and is now offering a special introductory rate for new clients. Connect at 520-345-4554, Cheryl@BarefootDreams.net or BarefootDreams.net. See ad. page 19.

Lymphatic Transport of HDL and Chylomicrons

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anual lymphatic drainage is becoming recognized as a therapeutic component in restoring homeostasis and balance. The lymphatic system purifies the blood while hosting immunological defenses. When the lymphatic system is not working properly, the balance is kilted.

In 2018, there was a new discovery of the 80th and largest organ of the human body: the interstitium. This is where cell mediation and repulsion occur. The gut is enveloped by interstitium tissue in which interstitial fluids flow, acting as a conduit for movement of potentially dangerous agents, pro-fibrogenic signaling molecules and tumor cells.

Mesenteric lymph nodes in the gut region filter chylomicron-rich lymph and degrade the inflammatory lipoproteins prior to entering the thoracic duct (super highway to the heart) and the bloodstream. In the intestines, lipoproteins are absorbed through

the lymph capillaries that extend as a single lymphatic vessel in each villus, termed lacteals. The villus are finger-like projections that help with the movement (peristalsis) during digestion. Each villus has blood capillaries and lacteals.

In a diseased state, these lacteals are shorter and less effective in removing particles and intestinal microbiota from the digestive tract. Gut integrity becomes susceptible to intestinal hyperpermeability and the microbiome of the intestine is converted into a pathobiome, a disease-promoting bacterium. When gut leakage of microbiota is sufficiently great to cause toxicity, it can lead to organ damage. The lungs are most susceptible. Prolonged use of antihistamine (desloratadine) cause damage and dysfunction to mesenteric lymphatic vessels contributing to obesity and metabolic syndrome.

Bad cholesterol, particularly low-density lipoproteins (LDLs), cause inflammation, contributing to arthrosclerosis.

The lymphatic system plays an important role in transporting fat cells (lipids) through the “reverse cholesterol transport” process.

High-density lipoproteins (HDLs) gain access to cholesterol within the interstitium. It is transported through the lymph to the liver, where it is packaged and removed through the bile for excretion. The newer strategy of identifying the cholesterol efflux capacity function is becoming more relevant than the static HDL levels with relationship to inflammation and risk of cardiovascular disease. The “old-school” benefits of niacin are becoming popular again for enhancing reverse cholesterol transport.

During a manual lymphatic drainage session, abdominal massage techniques pump the mesenteric lymph nodes and Peyer’s patch and deep breathing techniques are applied. Regular lymphatic treatments strengthen overall function, for greater vitality.

Susan Couture, BSHA, CRC, LMT, Cert. MLD/CDP works at OM Oracle Massage Lymphatic Therapy, in Tucson. Connect at 520-668-8731. See ad. page 18.

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Poor Gut Health: Signs, Symptoms and Solutions

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by Anne McKechnie

t one time, the human gut was thought to be the place where our food was processed and absorbed, and little was known about the delicate balance that could affect our immune system. Recent research has shown that it is more complex than previously thought and changes in our environment can have a huge impact on whole-body health.

When our gut is healthy, we see improvements with our immune system, heart health, brain health and clarity, improved mood, healthy sleep and effective digestion. It has also been shown to help prevent some cancers and autoimmune diseases. It is never too late to make a change to affect our gut and overall health.

Warning Signs of Gut Problems Upset stomach. Bloating, gas, constipation, diarrhea and heartburn are all signs that our gut is not processing food and eliminating waste.

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inflammation in the body and can also be a precursor to some cancers and a number of diseases.

Unintentional weight changes. Changes to our weight up and down without any dietary changes or exercises can also be a sign of an unhealthy gut. An impaired gut is unable to absorb the nutrients, regulate blood sugar and absorb fats. Weight loss can be caused by an overgrowth of bacteria, or weight gain by insulin resistance or an urge to overeat with a refined sugar diet.

Sleep disturbances or constant fatigue. The majority of serotonin is produced in the gut, and an unhealthy diet and a damaged gut can affect our ability to sleep. Chronic fatigue and fibromyalgia can result from an unhealthy gut biome.

Skin irritation. Inflammation can be caused by a poor diet or food allergies, and may cause more “leaking� of certain proteins out into the body. These proteins can irritate the skin and cause conditions such as eczema.

Autoimmune condition. Research is continually finding evidence of the relation between the gut and immune system.

Recent research has shown a link to autoimmune diseases, where the body attacks itself rather than harmful invaders.

Food intolerances. Quite a few people these days have food intolerances, which is different from food allergies. A food allergy produces an “immune system response”. Many food intolerances are caused by an unhealthy gut and poor bacteria quality.

Tips for Boosting Gut Health

Lower stress levels. Sometimes this is easier said than done, but meditation, walking, massage, diffusing essential oils, reducing caffeine intake, yoga and having a pet are all ways to reduce stress.

Get enough sleep. We should plan on having 7 to 8 hours of sleep a day, preparing the sleep area for an optimum sleep experience.

Many essential oils can help with that as well, or medication if needed.

Eat slowly. This can also help us absorb nutrients better and help fully digest our food.

Stay hydrated. Drinking water helps benefit the mucosal lining of the intestines as well as balancing the bacteria in the gut.

Take a prebiotic or probiotic. Adding prebiotics or probiotic supplements can be a great way to improve gut health. Prebiotics provide the food to promote a healthy growth of bacteria in the gut. Probiotics are live good bacteria.

Check for food intolerances. Removing food triggers can help the gut. Food intolerances can also cause gas, bloating and abdominal pain, rashes and nausea. Removing a food one by one can help figure out what is causing the issue and can help the gut.

Change diets. Gut health can be improved by removing processed, high sugar, high fat foods from the diet. Eat plenty of plant-based foods and lean protein. A diet high in fiber has also been shown to help a healthy gut microbiome tremendously.

Legumes, beans, peas, oats, berries, asparagus and leeks have been shown to have a positive impact on gut health. Some other foods that have proven benefits to the gut include garlic and onion, fermented foods (kimchi, sauerkraut, yogurt, kefir) and collagenboosting foods (bone broth, salmon).

Eliminating triggers and making changes can significantly help our gut health over time. We can start by making small changes every day.

Anne McKechnie aims to improve people’s physical, environmental, financial and personal health by providing opportunities that help people balance these four aspects and thus improve a person’s overall quality of life. Connect at 520-990-5268 or TucsonExperts@gmail.com.

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

Researchers from the University of East Anglia, in England, examined years

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

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

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

There’s an organization devoted to this called Park Rx America.”

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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HELP FOR HOME GARDENERS Extension Agents at Your Service

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any home gardeners readily list flies, wasps and beetles among the “pests” in their gardens.

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

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

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

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“The good news is that the 2018 Farm Bill provided increases for many of our programs, including the organic agriculture research and extension initiative program for which we received significant funding,” says Mathieu Ngouajio, program leader for the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture.

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

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

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tise are central to supporting extension outreach activities.

“We would love more business from the public,” says Weston Miller, an associate professor with Oregon State University’s extension service. “The public service of the master gardener program is to answer questions,” including what and when to plant and how much irrigation is required.

In Oregon, there are 3,500 master gardeners, with 650 volunteers in Portland alone. “We train master gardeners in how to use our resources and interpret the research to the public,” Miller says.

“There are trained volunteers in pretty much every county in the country ready and willing to answer any gardening question,” Miller says. For example, a new organic gardener might not know the correct soil amendments to use or how to

The good news is that the 2018 Farm Bill provided increases for many of our programs, including an organic program for which we received significant funding. ~Mathieu Ngouajio start a composting pile to supplement the soil in an organic garden.

There is also a nationwide network called Ask the Expert (USDA.gov/askexpert) and questions will automatically go to an extension staff person or master gardener in the area where the inquiring gardener lives.

Reducing Confusion

Many of those getting into organic gardening might feel confused as to what connotes organic, Miller says. “Organic gardening is using a naturally formed material for fertilizer and pesticide, from plant, animal or mineral sources.”

The biggest area of confusion is that many people think organic means pesticide-free. But that is not always true.

There is organic pest control, Miller says.

“In terms of gardening, there are certified

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organic products you can use and still be organic.” One thing to look for on a label is the seal of the Organic Materials Review Institute, which indicates the product is suitable for organic gardening.

However, there aren’t many good options for weed management, he adds. “You have to do weeding by hand or use an herbicide that isn’t organic.”

Another issue that extension programs can help with is making sure organic gardeners receive only scientifically researched information, says Nicole Pinson, an urban horticulture agent with the Hillsborough County Extension Service, in Tampa, Florida.

“Gardening information is available on websites and on social media. Some information that pops up is not research-based, or they are selling a product and are not unbiased,” Pinson says.

“We generally stick to recommendations we have been able to vet through research. When we make a recommendation, we give folks all of the options of what they can do.”

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Yvette C. Hammett is an environmental writer based in Valrico, Florida. She can be contacted at YvetteHammett28@hotmail.com.

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

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Cultivate the City manages numerous gardens for clients around Washington, D.C., from elementary school gardens where kids learn to grow, cook and eat nutritious food to corporate gardens inside a new office building for lender Fannie Mae’s employee café.

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

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

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window boxes and vacant lots in this locavore resurgence, noteworthy pioneers are forging a path to organic urban agriculture on a commercial scale—tapping into new technologies and markets, and turning challenges like dealing with space constraints into fresh opportunities.

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Take Niraj Ray, whose company Cultivate the City is working to transform urban food deserts in the nation’s capital into thriving local food systems. “We want to get more people interested in growing their own food and show them how they can grow more with less square footage through vertical gardens and sustainable

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any horticultural background. “I grew up in NYC, where I had nothing to grow on. When I moved to Florida for grad school, I had a huge backyard to play around with,” says Ray.

Like many other urban farms, Cultivate the City offers a seasonal farm subscription known as a community supported agriculture (CSA) program that allows city dwellers to buy directly from local producers. Ray’s rooftop greenhouse, located on top of a local hardware store that sells his edible plants at retail, offers all the fixings for a healthy, diverse diet: hydroponic towers of leafy greens, trays of microgreens for corporate clients, specialty varieties of hot peppers for the company’s hot sauce and stacking cubes of an albino strawberry variety that Ray crossbred himself. “There are so many ways to contribute to urban farming, from aquaponics to vermicomposting; it’s about finding your niche,” he says.

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City planners need innovative solutions like vertical farming to feed the growing population.

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There are so many ways to contribute to urban farming, from aquaponics to vermicomposting; it’s about finding your niche.

with a few backyard hives, Coldwell and his wife Teresa have been leading a movement By 2050, it’s estimated to repurpose public that 9 billion people land for “microapiarwill be living on the ies” and provide apiary planet—7 billion in cit~Niraj Ray education for youth ies. “City planners need and adults throughout innovative solutions like vertical farming to South Florida. Through their entity The feed the growing population. We can grow Urban Beekeepers, the Coldwells offer at scale, with minimum space and envibeekeeping classes, consult with local govronmental impact,” says Wendy Coleman, ernments, sell equipment and rescue “feral who began her California-based business hives” to integrate into managed hives.

LA Urban Farms in 2013. Today, Coleman’s They’ve worked successfully with parks, team works with chefs, resorts, hotels, uniairports, golf clubs and country clubs to versities, greenhouses and corporate clients put honeybee habitats on site. like Google and Ikea to set up aeroponic

Urban beekeeping works in synergy tower gardens across the U.S. and Europe. with city farms, as honeybees forage up to

With aeroponics, nutrient-enriched five miles for food, and in so doing polwater is pumped through a garden tower linate a lot of crops. Seventy of the top 100 to shower the roots of plants suspended in human food crops are pollinated by bees, air. “It actually uses 90 percent less water according to the Food and Agriculture than conventional growing, which is a Organization of the United Nations. “We huge benefit in a place like California, and often hear people say their garden is doing avoids any kind of agricultural runoff,” better than it has in years, thanks to the says Coleman. In conjunction with urban apiaries nearby,” says John Coldwell. farming partners, the business churns out

The challenges of growing at scale are a 30,000 seedlings a month using aeroponic recurrent theme among urban farmers. Ian technology to grow for their diverse client Marvy, the U.S. Department of Agriculture base and working with chefs to plan sea(USDA) outreach specialist for the greater sonal menus around their produce.

New York City area, ran his own urban farm,

Aeroponics and other innovative farm grossing six figures for 14 years. However, technologies are transforming spaces in Marvy says most farmers growing in the cities across the U.S., reclaiming peripheral city aren’t operating at a profitable scale or and idle spaces like alleys and warehouses to producing enough for everyone to eat local. grow herbs and vegetables in abundance, us Even so, locally grown produce is ing 90 percent less land by growing vertically, a booming market in New York City. notes Coleman. “With our gardens, diners Greenmarket, founded in 1976, operates can see their food growing at their table; they more than 50 farmers’ markets, limited get such a personal connection with their to vendors that grow within a 200-mile food. It’s an interactive way for hotels and radius, some of whom take home five restaurants to demonstrate their commitfigures on a good day, says Marvy. Interest ment to local, sustainable food,” she says. in growing at the community level has also mushroomed, adds Marvy, who estimates Breaking into Hives: that 90 percent of the city’s more than 500 City Beekeepers school gardens weren’t there 15 years ago when he started this work. “The USDA “I had a backyard garden that wasn’t doing so well, and I thought it was the lack of pol- has a huge opportunity here and nationally to make cities more sustainable and feed linators, so I got bees; but then I realized I more people. I’m really excited and comwas just a bad gardener,” quips master beemitted to that,” he says. keeper John Coldwell, of Fort Lauderdale.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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sometimes criticized for The USDA has a huge access to high-quality catering to upper income opportunity here and affordable produce via a mobile farmers’ market residents that can afnationally to make cities that goes to housing ford to pay top dollar more sustainable and projects, senior comfor specialty items like munities and schools six microgreens, many busifeed more people. days a week. nesses and organizations ~Ian Marvy Their latest project, are working on multiple the Public Market, is a retail location on fronts, with lucrative specialty crops helpWheeling’s Main Street that will serve as a ing to subsidize programs serving families year-round farmers’ market. The organization lacking access to healthy affordable food. is also building alliances between local farm Grow Ohio Valley takes an integrated ers and healthcare providers through a project approach to food sovereignty in Wheeling, called The Farmacy. A partnership with a loWest Virginia, and the Upper Ohio Valley. cal free clinic, it targets people suffering from “This part of the Appalachian Rustbelt diabetes and other diseases linked to poor has lost much of its population, jobs and diets with a doctor’s prescription for organic economic base over the last generation. produce offered free through the organizaWe want to promote health and welltion’s CSA. ness through fresh food, while helping

These urban agriculture pioneers are to transform the urban landscape from helping to not only grow food, but comfalling-down buildings and vacant lots munity, and are nurturing renewed coninto productive community assets,” says nections to the Earth. City growing has so founder Danny Swan. many benefits: decreasing packaging, costs

The operation’s food hub aggreand food miles traveled, making it easier gates produce from small local farmers, to eat organic seasonal food and a more providing a guaranteed market for their diverse diet. “The connection people feel produce and the opportunity to reach a when they plant seed and get to harvest the larger market, usually only served by food mature plant is transformative. Growing grown thousands of miles away. The profood is something we can all do to make a duce is supplemented by four urban farm sites run by the organization, including an difference, for our health and the environment,” says Coleman. apple orchard on the site of a demolished housing project.

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G = Gratitude There is tremendous power in being grateful, because what we focus on expands. Gratitude opens our heart to receive and give blessings. This puts us in a space to have more things to be grateful for.

Practicing gratitude can be as simple as saying, “I am grateful for…” or “I am thankful for…” If we find ourselves in a negative state, practice gratitude even for as brief a period as 60 seconds. It will positively shift our emotion, thereby allowing us to be open to abundance.

Commit to gifting ourselves with an abundant mindset because our mindset is critical to our success. One way to quickly shift our mindset to the positive is to concentrate on our desire and ask ourselves, “What do I have to believe for this to be true?”

Our mind will creatively generate many possibilities that can get us excited, which then shifts how we think and feel to what is positive. As we do this, we will also create greater confidence in the knowledge that the universe is always working in our favor.

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The hemp and cannabis plants have over 100 different chemical compounds, better known as cannabinoids. These interact with the endocannabinoid system, which is a system of neurotransmitters in the body that helps balance and maintain normal body function, including the nervous system, respiratory and digestive systems, brain and peripheral tissue and organs.

Two of the major cannabinoids that have been studied are cannabidiol (CBD) and tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). Although related and coming from the same plant, there are differences in the chemical compounds. THC is a psychoactive agent and when consumed or applied can make the patient “high”. Many people who are seeking alternative medicines are not looking for those psychoactive effects. CBD

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does not have the mind-altering effect on the body but still delivers many medicinal benefits to the body.

There are a number of ways to get the medicine into the body. There are drops that can be placed under the tongue, salves and ointments that can be applied topically and a plethora of edibles that include candies, savory foods, mints and drinks.

CBD can also be inhaled through smoking or vaping the oil.

Although in its infancy stage of research, CBD already has lots of anecdotal support for the many benefits that it has medicinally. Patients, parents and spouses are sharing their success stories from around the world via social media. The testimonials show benefits for treating chronic pain, sleeplessness, anxiety, rheumatoid arthritis, Crohn’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, Multiple Sclerosis, cancer and nausea, to name a few. CBD is an anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and immunosuppressive.

Keeping in mind that longitudinal studies still need to be conducted to give these testimonials any real credibility, the number of testimonials shared each day continues to grow exponentially. Researchers have a large number of people from these videos and articles to jumpstart the process of proving its efficacy.

There is scientific research, however, that has been proven. According to the National Institutes of Health, CBD is shown to help with the debilitating sideeffects of cancer treatment. Other studies are showing that CBD is effective in treating PTSD and alcohol and drug addiction withdrawals.

The FDA has recently approved a CBD-based medication, Epidiolex, to help fight seizures associated with epilepsy.

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

magazine with Dr. Orrin Devinsky, director of the Comprehensive Epilepsy Center at NYU Langone Health, CBD should be researched across the board on the benefits it has with the many different epilepsy syndromes. Now that the FDA has approved a medicine which is CBD infused, the steps for creating new medications containing CBD have already begun. Although a formal statement from the FDA has not been released regarding the safety of CBD, it has been announced that the World Health Organization has provided data, stating that pure CBD is safe for consumption. This is a very good sign for the changing views of the medical community.

CVS and Walgreens have recently announced that they will start carrying CBD oil products. With so many CBD products hitting the market, how can consumers be certain that the products being purchased are of the highest grade and quality?

Like vitamins and other alternative medicines, a little footwork is needed by the patients or their caretakers. Since the FDA has yet to set standards regarding quality and dosage, it’s important to be vigilant when choosing a product. Be certain that the seller has their product third-party tested to ensure that the CBD is therapeutic grade and pure. Many of the products on the market are not labeled as such and should be avoided.

With plant medicine becoming more mainstream, it’s going to be expected that patients become their own self advocate when it comes to medicating. The days of getting a prescription and taking it blindly, not knowing exactly what it contains and how it’s going to affect other parts of the body, is dwindling. Become educated on all things natural and how they may help. Like any other type of medicine, it is best to speak with a professional before taking products that are unfamiliar or new to a patient’s treatment.

J. Garnet, M.A., is an educator and freelance writer. Garnet’s studies have led him to the world of plant medicine and its many benefits.

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emp, and CBD products derived from hemp, have been sweeping the nation by storm. While there are many benefits from this amazing plant—food, fuel, medicine, textiles and more—it is important to know the source and quality of the hemp.

Like all other agricultural products, hemp can be mass produced, and this can cause issues in the industry. Lack of quality control, oversaturation of sub-par material, inflated prices, greed and corruption and public misinformation, are just some of the issues prevalent, leading some to discouragement due to unsatisfying experiences.

Hemp is a unique plant that grows easily, vigorously and in a lot of diverse climates.

It can grow large or small, and pull heavy metals from soil or air, which makes it ideal for phytoremediation. Because of the ability to pull toxins without being affected by them, it is crucial to know where hemp comes from. Pesticides, synthetic nutrients, regions with air pollution, soil pollution or water pollution will produce contaminated crops, unless measures are implemented to counter the impact the area adds. Organic soil, greenhouses and rainwater harvesting are some examples of procedures that can increase the quality of a crop, while making it sustainable and consistent for future harvests.

If plans for hemp utilization are through means of consumption, then knowing the source is key, so check any testing/lab results possible. Extracts made from contaminated material will still have contaminants, where it be in parts per million (PPM) or parts per billion (PPB); there will still be something that the body will ingest. While some may not be affected by these residual substances, others may—and they could have very bad reactions, especially if working with an already compromised immune system.

Although these are some of the issues to look out for, there are still plenty of people and companies that want to make and grow, great quality hemp products/flower. Thankfully, these companies will be transparent about all procedures, materials and results to solidify their claims. It is up to us, as consumers, to keep this industry honest and demand the best quality and price for something that was put on this Earth to help us in so many ways.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Fresh Is Best While herbs can be used in their extracted and dried forms, the most significant health benefits are often found in the raw, organic plant.

“Fresh is better,” says Whitmore. “This is especially true when it comes to the more aromatic plants such as basil and lavender. A lot of the more volatile constituents are lost during the drying process.”

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

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

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

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

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actus Kush Farms was born from a desire to help people improve their lives. They wanted to create a safe and informative space for people to talk about hemp and cannabis, to ask the questions that are important to them, and create and bring top quality hemp derived CBD products into the marketplace for optimal healing. All products are grown and produced right here in our beautiful state of Arizona.

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his sativa dominant strain of marijuana is a hybrid. It was first developed and grown in California. It’s one of the more popular strains on the west coast. Although it’s dominant in sativa, Haze is one of the parent strains, which brings about total body relaxation.

It does have a mild effect on the mind, bringing on an energetic boost in thinking and creativity. It has a wonderful balance of calm and focus. This is a perfect strain for people who’ve had a busy and mind-boggling day and need to relax and re-center in the evening.

The Blueberry indica parent plant, along with the sativa Haze parent strain, offers a quick response to symptoms, but it does not cause drowsiness, making it a good fit for a daytime medicine as well. It’s best suited for patients looking for pain relief, help with depression, nausea and racing thoughts. It is also recommended for people who suffer from frequent headaches and fatigue. The main benefits of Blue Dream are happiness, relaxation, euphoria, feeling uplifted and increased creativity.

Patients should be aware that this strain can cause dry mouth and eyes.

Blue Dream can be purchased at Earth’s Healing Dispensary, conveniently located at 2075 E. Benson Hwy. and 78 W. River Rd., in Tucson. Connect at EarthsHealing.org.

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GOOD TO KNOW Wonder Weed Hemp to the Rescue at Detox Sites

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

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

Plus, hemp is a vigorous plant that absorbs CO2 rapidly, making it an encouraging solution to climate change.”

Hemp phytoremediation has been used in Italy to clean up the small town of Taranto, where a steel plant has been leaking dioxin into the air and soil. The Pennsylvania Industrial Hemp Council and Lehigh University, in Bethlehem, are running a project to test the process in an arseniccontaminated area in Upper Saucon Township that once harbored a zinc mine.

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any cannabis users don’t realize the dedication, love and effort it takes to grow their medicine. One local farmer does.

Meet Taylor, who has worked for Tucson SAINTS Dispensary for close to five years. His career in the cannabis industry started as a “Trimmer”, one who skillfully trims the fan leaves from the bud before it is dried and sent to the dispensary for patients. He currently works under SAINTS Master Grower.

After working with the plants so closely, Taylor’s passion for growing led him to absorb any knowledge and information that he could learn from his peers in the industry. He found that he enjoyed watching the plants thrive and saw how his focus and dedication to each detail of the plants paid off. The more attention he gave to the plants, the better they turned out, which in turn created better output and quality for Arizona medical marijuana patients. His love for growing the finest cannabis shines through in the many positive reviews that SAINTS Dispensary receives on the quality of their medicine.

One strain that has gained a lot of attention recently is a particular sativa that works by lifting patients from depression. “Casey Jones is aesthetically pleasing with a unique structure and longer than usual trichomes that can be seen from a distance,” explains Taylor. “It smells like the best bowl of cereal that you’ve ever had—a breakfast of champions. It brings a perfect boost for a morning hike, adding a great spark of creativity.”

A hybrid strain that veterans and those with PTSD seek out is another top seller at SAINTS. One patient claimed, “I can actually feel it relaxing and rewiring my body. Perfect balance of energy, relaxation, pain relief, euphoria and creativity—a real anti-anxiety and anti-depressant.”

Taylor adds, “Gelato has quickly become one of my favorite strains. Its deep dark purple tones are beautiful. The fruity aroma, I would best describe as how a mouthful of Starbursts taste. It is my go-to strain after a long day’s work, very relaxing, but not overwhelming. It allows some productivity before it’s time to sleep.”

Another sativa that patients look for in a morning pick-me-up is so popular that SAINTS can’t keep it in stock. “Citrus Soother truly lives up to her name with a very pungent lemony scent that stands out in every room. It is a sativa dominant strain that provides wonderful energy while also having well balanced effects, soothing joint pain and calming the mind,” says Taylor.

SAINTS’ focus is on their patient’s needs, striving to assist each individual with choosing the best quality medicine. They pride themselves on their growers’ dedication to each plant, from growing it to dispensing to their patients. At this, Taylor excels.

Tucson SAINTS Dispensary is located at 112 S. Kolb Rd., Tucson. Connect at 520-886-1003 or TucsonSaints@gmail.com. See ad, page 43.

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markyourcalendar MUSIC IN MOTION ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION Call ahead to confirm event

Calendar events must be received by the 10th of the month prior to publication and adhere to our guidelines. Visit NaturalTucson.com for guidelines and to submit listings.

MONDAY, JULY 1

MONDAY, JULY 8

Beginner’s Open House - Kadampa Meditation Center – 7-8pm. Evening includes guided meditation and short talk on meditation and Buddhism as well as an introduction to the Center’s programs, refreshments and tour. No charge. Kadampa Meditation Center, 5326 E Pima St. 520-441-1617. Info@ MeditationInTucson.org. MeditationInTucson.org.

Self-Manual Lymphatic Drainage and Exercises – 6-7pm. Taught by certified lymphedema therapist, Reduce your risk of Axillary Web Syndrome (AWS) after lymph node biopsy. No charge. OM, Oracle Massage Lymphatic Therapy 6818 N Oracle Rd., #414. Seating is limited, please RSVP 520-6688731. OracleMassage.com.

TUESDAY, JULY 2

Tara Chanted Prayers – 6:30-7:30pm. Tara Puja, Liberation from Sorrow, which includes a special prayer Praises to the Twenty-one Taras composed by Buddha, is performed regularly at Kadampa Buddhist centers worldwide. No charge. Kadampa Meditation Center, AZ, 5326 E Pima St. 520-441-1617. Info@ MeditationInTucson.org. MeditationInTucson.org.

Awakening through Jewish Meditation Ayin with Reb Brian Yosef – 10:30-11:30am. Discover freedom with transformational teachings, heart opening chanting and deep silence. No charge.

Congregation Bet Shalom, 3881 E River Rd. 510295-7383. Byosef@TorahOfAwakening.com.

TorahOfAwakening.com.

FRIDAY, JULY 5 Star Spangled Family Funday at the Farmers Market – 8am-12pm. Celebrate Independence day with the family with Trail Dust Town and Heirloom Farmers Market No charge. Trail Dust Town (Home of Pinnacle Peak), 6541 E Tanque Verde Rd. 520-882-2157. Info@HeirloomFM.org.

Heirloomfm.org.

SATURDAY, JULY 6 Journeying Circle and Optional Cacao Ceremony – 10am-12pm. Shamanic journeying is a powerful and effective tool to explore non-ordinary reality and to connect with your inner wisdom. Cacao is a heart opening medicine that enhances the journeying experience. $10. Cacao additional $10. Call for location. 520-548-3224. Alexcis@AlexcisLopez. com. AlexcisLopez.com.

Water: What’s Healthy, What’s Not – 9:4511:30am. Learn about the health benefits of Kangen special ionized drinking water (electrically charged): alkaline, super hydrating, detoxifying, rich in antioxidants. RSVP. No charge. Pristine Naturopathic, 2469 N Country Club Rd. 520-8696782. Bill@TheHealthyCouple.com.

SUNDAY, JULY 7 Eckankar Light and Sound Service – 10-11:15am.

You are invited to come and experience spiritual growth and fellowship as you explore what could be your next spiritual step. No charge. Welcome to all. No charge. Hampton Inn Suites Hotel, 5950 N Oracle Rd. 520-743-3705. RHarwell@glhn.com.

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THURSDAY, JULY 11 Aging with Grace – 5-6pm. Dangers of being in constant survival mode. Come and learn simple exercises to find and release the stress in your body.

No charge. Natural Grocers, 3016 E Broadway Blvd. 520-584-0343. InspiredHealing.Tucson@ gmail.com. InspiredHealing.org.

FRIDAY, JULY 12 Free Potluck, Discussion, Video Event – 6:309:30pm. Enjoy sharing food, discussion and watching videos of plays and presentations created and performed by TAG’s Astroplayers and Susie Cox at TCCC in the late 1980s. No charge. ASAOM & Han University, 2856 E Fort Lowell Rd. 520-2160217. GaelChilson@gmail.com. TucsonAstrologersGuild.org.

SATURDAY, JULY 13 Free Reiki Gathering/Share – 10-11am. Second Saturday. Learn about what Reiki is and how it helps us heal. Short meditation followed by mini-Reiki sessions. All welcome. Kid friendly. No charge.

Bright Way Wellness, 2030 E Broadway Blvd, Ste 3. 520-549-4800. BrightWayWellness@outlook. com. BrightWayWellness.com.

Reiki Level 2 Class – 12-5pm. Reiki 2 emphasizes working with others and continued self practice.

Learn techniques for sending distance Reiki through time, space, and dimension. Proof of level 1 required. $127. Bright Way Wellness, 2030 E Broadway Blvd, Ste 3, 520-549-4800. BrightWayWellness@outlook.com. BrightWayWellness.com.

Experience HU: The Sound of Soul – 1-2pm.

Welcome to the worlds of HU, an ancient, universal name for God. This sacred word can spiritually uplift people of any religion, culture, or walk of life. All are welcome. No charge. El Pueblo Activ-

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July 13 • 7pm

Potluck with special professional dance performances $10; ½ off with a side dish Music in Motion Dance Studio 1980 W River Rd, Ste 140 520-447-7841 Chris@MMDanceAZ.com MMDanceAZ.com ity Center, 101 W Irvington Rd. 520-237-2297.

GJG01@comcast.net. Eck-Arizona-org.

Clear and Heal Your Energy Field – 1-3pm.

Discover what weakens your energy field and acquire some tools that you can use every day to clear and heal your own energy field. $20/before 7/7; $25/thereafter. The Yoga Connection, 3929 E Pima St. 847-323-9188. Danielle@Replevyn.com.

YogaConnection.org.

Overcoming Anxiety and Stress – 2-5pm. Explore practical methods, meditations and ways of thinking derived from Buddha’s teachings that will help us to become fearless in the face of adversity and deal with negative emotions. $20. Kadampa Meditation Center AZ, 5326 E Pima St. 520-441-1617. Info@ MeditationInTucson.org. MeditationInTucson.org.

Healing of Mind, Body and Spirit – 3-4:30pm.

Learn a simple, spiritual approach to divine healing and meet new friends during our Bruno Groening Circle of Friends Community Hour. No charge.

Unity of Tucson Annex, 3617 N Camino Blanco, 520-904-4801. Weissmae@email.arizona.edu.

Bruno-Groening.org.

SUNDAY, JULY 14 ZY Qigong Class – 12:15-1:45pm. ZY Qigong a simple life science. Practice a relaxed state of being and expand your own awareness within. ZY Qigong can help you attain these states with a beautiful practice. $10/suggested donation. Harmony Hut, 2467 N Treat Ave. 520-404-8745. QiGongMark@yahoo. com. Meetup.com/Tucson-ZY-Qigong-Meetup.

Gong Bath – 5:30-7pm. Travel through space, time, the cosmos, into the center of the Earth, and more via the sounds and vibrations of the Earth Gong, played by Danielle Dvorak. $20. Solar Culture Gallery, 31 E Toole Ave, 847-323-9188. Danielle@ Replevyn.com. Replevyn.com.

THURSDAY, JULY 18

markyourcalendar SAVE ON TRAVEL AND VACATIONS Sunday, July 14 • 2pm Far Horizons Club House, 7570 E Speedway Blvd

Thursday, July 18 • 11:30 El Saguarito, 3535 E Fort Lowell Take time off from your busy life, relax, dream, build priceless memories.

Guaranteed best price on vacations and travel. Save 50% +. Free lunch with vacation giveaways.

No charge. Please RSVP. 520-444-3628 MSondgeroth1@cox.net • 67win.com

WEDNESDAY, JULY 17 Free Reiki Share/Gathering – 12-1pm. Join us for an hour of discussion on Reiki, a short meditation and mini-Reiki sessions. All are welcome. No charge. Bright Way Wellness, 2030 E Broadway Blvd, Ste 3. 520-549-4800. BrightWayWellness@ outlook.com. BrightWayWellness.com.

markyourcalendar 100+ WOMEN WHO CARE BIG GIVE WOMEN’S GROUP July 18 and October 17 Check-in and mingle: 5:30-6:30pm Meeting: 6:30-7:30pm Come and join the most talked about big hearted women’s group in Tucson.

Westin La Paloma Resort Sonoran Room, 3800 E Sunrise Dr 100WomenWhoCareTucson.org

markyourcalendar IS CANNABIS FOR ME?

July 18 • Third Thursday • 5-6pm We will answer any questions you have and debunk social stigmas around cannabis prohibition for all these years.

No charge Natural Healing Care Center 2230 E Speedway, Ste 140 520-323-0069 TucsonMedicalMarijuanaCard.com

Hormone Yoga for Women – 7/18-8/15. 6-8pm.

Learn this amazing practice that helps relieve many hormone related issues including PMS, Hot Flashes, Insomnia, Depression, Anxiety, and Hypothyroidism. Practice independently after 5-week workshop.

Bring comfortable yoga clothes. $250. Call for address. 520-822-7397. Info@LydieHormoneYoga. com. LydieHormoneYoga.com.

SATURDAY, JULY 20 Experience HU: The Sound of Soul – 2-3pm.

Welcome to the worlds of HU, an ancient, universal name for God. This sacred word can spiritually uplift people of any religion, culture, or walk of life. All are welcome. No charge. Udall Regional Center, 7200 E Tanque Verde Rd. 520-237-2297. GJG1@comcast. net. Eck-Arizona.org.

Sanskrit Chanting to Heal Yourself – 4-5:30pm.

Empower yourself with your own voice and the energy of a group consciousness. Activate your highest potential with the enlightening potential Sanskrit a language unlike any other. $10. Solar Culture Gallery, 31 E Toole Ave. 847-323-9188. Danielle@ Replevyn.com. Replevyn.com.

SUNDAY, JULY 21 Hormone Yoga for Women – 7/21-8/18. Learn this amazing practice that helps relieve many hormone related issues including PMS, Hot Flashes, Insomnia, Depression, Anxiety, and Hypothyroidism.

Practice independently after 5-week workshop.

Bring comfortable yoga clothes. $250. Call for address. 520-822-7397. Info@LydieHormoneYoga. com. LydieHormoneYoga.com.

Reflexology and Your Belly - 10-11:30am. Learn about how stress of all kinds affects your digestion through a basic understanding of anatomy and energy with Cheryl Foster of Barefoot Dreams Reflexology. No charge. Natural Grocers, 6320 N. Oracle Road, 85704. 520-297-1898.

Tucson Metaphysics Fair–10am-4pm. Third Sunday.

Fair includes a variety of mediums, readers, healers and vendors. Price varies. InnSuites Tucson Foothills Best Western, 6201 N Oracle Rd. 520579-8930.

TUESDAY, JULY 23 Jewish Meditation Community Gathering with Reb Brian Yosef – 10:30-11:30am. Discover freedom with transformational teachings, heart opening chants and deep silence. No charge. Congregation Bet Shalom, 3881 E River Rd. 510-295-7383. Byosef@ TorahOfAwakening.com. TorahOfAwakening.com.

Prayers for the Dying and Deceased – 5:30-6:30pm.

Prayers to help give our deceased loved ones rebirth in Buddha’s Pure Land, attain permanent liberation from suffering and experience pure and everlasting happiness. No charge. Kadampa Meditation Center, 5326 E Pima St. 520-441-1617. Info@ MeditationInTucson.org. MeditationInTucson.org.

How Contact with Nature Promotes Wellbeing – 5:30- 7pm. Nature Therapy Guide, Carol Roberge, takes up deeper into our inherent connection with the natural world, as we explore nature’s healing attributes and ways to incorporate a nature practice into our own lives. No charge. Genesis Natural Medicine Center, 3920 North Campbell Ave. CarolRoberge@icloud.com.

markyourcalendar AYAHUASCA RETREATS Rocky Point Mexico

July 25-28 Experience extraordinary healing with ancient psychedelic medicine in two ceremonies.

Transform anxiety, depression, addiction, deepen self-awareness and spirituality. Legal, safe, supportive with pre and post integration counseling incorporated. All inclusive retreat including transport to and fromTucson. More dates available.

520-548-3224 AyaHealingRetreat.com

markyourcalendar HEALTH CONDITION WORKSHOP: DIGESTIVE ISSUES

Thursday, July 25 • 6-8pm Learn the Bio-Touch points to address digestive issues. $10/members; $15/non-members $5/2CEUs LMT Bio-Touch Center, 5326 E Pima St 520-323-7951 • Office@JustTouch.com JustTouch.com

SATURDAY, JULY 27 Navigating Autism Services: Connecting the Puzzle Pieces – 9-11:30am. Learn how to put together the puzzle pieces of: autism insurance options, school, state services, programs an autism therapies with our professional expert panel. No charge. Intermountain Academy, 1100 W Fresno St. Info@as-az.org. Eventbrite.com.

Gong Bath – 3:30-5pm. Danielle Dvorak and the Earth Gong will bathe you in sound and vibration unlike anything else. Getting gonged in this lovely yoga studio is like getting a massage for your brain and nervous system. $20/before 7/22; $25/thereafter. The Yoga Connection, 3929 E Pima St. 847-323-9188. Danielle@Replevyn.com.

YogaConnection.org.

SUNDAY, JULY 28 Gong Bath – 5:30-7pm. With Danielle Dvorak.

Enjoy a hassle-free clearing of your energy field.

The sounds and vibrations of the Paiste Earth Gong are excellent at doing this. $20. Solar Culture Gallery, 31 E Toole Ave. 847-323-9188. Danielle@ Replevyn.com. Replevyn.com.

Music has healing power.

It has the ability to take people out of themselves for a few hours. ~Elton John July 2019

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calendar of events SATURDAY, AUGUST 3 Water: What’s Healthy, What’s Not – 9:4511:30am. The health benefits of special Kangen ionized drinking water (electrically charged)alkaline, super hydrating, detoxifying, rich in antioxidants. RSVP. No charge. Pristine Naturopathic, 2469 N Country Club Rd. 520-869-6782. Bill@ TheHealthyCouple.com.

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TUESDAY, AUGUST 6 Jewish Meditation Community Gathering with Reb Brian Yosef – 10:30-11:30am. Discover freedom with transformational teachings, heart opening chants and deep silence. No charge. Congregation Bet Shalom, 3881 E River Rd. 510-295-7383. Byosef@ TorahOfAwakening.com. TorahOfAwakening.com.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 10 Journey Circle and Optional Kava Ceremony – 3:30-5:30pm. Shamanic journeying is a powerful and effective tool to explore non-ordinary reality and to connect with your inner wisdom and non-physical guidance. Kava is a relaxing and connecting medicine that enhancing journeying experience. $10. Kava is additional $10 .Call for location. 520-548-3224.

Alexcis@AlexcisLopez.com. AlexcisLopez.com.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 13 Awakening through Jewish Meditation with Reb Brian Yosef –10:30-11:30am. Discover freedom with transformational teachings, heart opening chanting and deep silence. No charge. Congregation Bet Shalom, 3881 E River Rd. 510-295-7383. Byosef@ TorahOfAwakening.com. TorahOfAwakening.com.

Silent Meditation – 8-8:30am. Experience the healing peace of shared Silence. Unity Spiritual Center of Peace welcomes all who wish to explore and discover their Oneness with Spirit.

No charge. Unity Spiritual Center of Peace, 1551 S Eastside Loop, #121. 520-546-3696. RevNita @UnityPeaceAZ.com. UnityPeaceAZ.com.

Religious Service – 9am. St Michael’s ECC, the other Catholic Church. Feminist? GLBTQ? Catholic? We are and more. No charge. Chapel, First Christian Church, 740 E Speedway. 520-575-8486.

StMichaelsECC@q.com. StMichaelsECC.org.

Self-Realization Fellowship: Tucson Meditation Group – 9-10am. Silent meditation with a Service Reading to learn and practice the teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda. Free literature and lending library. No charge. Self-Realization Fellowship, Tucson Meditation Group, 1702 E Prince Rd. TucsonMeditationGroup.com.

Ai Chi Sundays – 9:45-11:15am. An aquatic practice of meditation in movement, offering mindfulness aligned with breath, Ai Chi helps calm nerves, improves balance, range of motion and energy levels in the indoor 96° warm pool. Santa Rita Springs, 2301 N Santa Rita Ave. 520 245-6616.

ConnieSeddon@gmail.com.

Tucson New Thought Sunday Gathering – 1011:30am. With Rev. Jonathan Zenz. Join our spiritual community, celebrate your inherent connection to everything, and leave feeling empowered. We are and open and affirming community. No charge.

Tucson New Thought, 4500 E Speedway Blvd, Ste 7. 520-406-3232. TucsonNewThought@gmail.com.

TucsonNewThought.org.

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Tucson Metaphysics Fair–10am-4pm. Third Sunday.

Fair includes a variety of mediums, readers, healers and vendors. Price varies. InnSuites Tucson Foothills Best Western, 6201 N Oracle Rd. 520579-8930.

Sunday Morning Service – 10am. With Rev Ann Marie Beale. Unity in the Valley, 17630 S Camino De Las Quintas, Sahuarita. 520-625-5687. Unity InGreenValley@icloud.com. UnityGreenValley.org.

The Deeper Meaning of Jesus’ Words–10-11am Explore underlying ideas of our Christianity. Learn techniques to gain greater abundance and happiness Child care, youth and teen programs. No charge.

Unity of Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco. 520-3036942. UnityTucson.com.

Awakening Through Jewish Meditation with Reb Brian Yosef – 10:30-11:30am. Experience yourself as radiant awareness, free from negativity and connected to the aliveness of the present moment. No charge. Congregation Beth Shalom, 3881 East River Rd. 510-295-7383. Byosef@TorahOfAwakening. com. TorahOfAwakening.com.

NaturalTucson.com

Sunday Celebration – 10:30-11:30am. Learn to live your spiritual potential and purpose. Pray, sing and celebrate Oneness in community. All welcome. Sunday school for kids. No charge. Unity Spiritual Center of Peace, 1551 S Eastside Loop, #121. 520-546-3696. Info@UnityPeaceAZ.com.

UnityPeaceAZ.com.

Sunday Celebration Services – 10:30-11:45am.

Join like-minded individuals in celebrating personal empowerment in the joy of community. Great music. Great people. Improved quality of life can be yours. By donation. The Nickerson Auditorium, 3231 N Craycroft Rd. 520-319-1042. Admin@ TucsonCSL.org. TucsonCSL.org.

The Temple of Universality Sunday Service – 11am. With Founder Rev. Betty Tatalajski. Celebrating the Unity of God and Man, worship, healing, prophesy. Masonic Temple, 3590 N Country Club Rd, 520-884-5340. TempleOfUniversality@ gmail.com. TheTempleOfUniversality.org.

Community of Light Sunday Service – 11am12:15pm. Join us for a Metaphysical and Spiritual gathering of Light and Energy Workers. We enjoy healing, enlightenment and growth. By donation.

Far Horizons, 7570 E Speedway Blvd, Main Clubhouse. 520-339-2038.TheCommunityofLight.org.

Tamara Spiritual Center’s Sunday Services – 11am and 5:30pm. Third Sunday only at 2:30pm.

No charge.Tamara Spiritual Center, 3002 E Ft Lowell Rd. 520-325-0513. Info@TamaraFound ation.com. TamaraSpiritualCenter.com.

Yogananda Gathering – 11am-1pm. First and third Sundays. Attune to Yogananda’s teachings through chanting, meditation, affirmations, readings and the Festival of Light ceremony. No charge. Ananda Center of Tucson, 1002 E Prince Rd. 520-907-4534. ElizabethLMason@yahoo.com.

AnandaArizona.org.

Flutes For Vets Classes – 1:30-3pm. Native American style flute classes for Veterans. Veterans are eligible for free flute after completing 8 classes.

Practice flutes available to take home between classes. No charge. American Legion Post #36, 5845 E 22nd St. 520-784-4468. FlutesForVets@ gmail.com. FlutesForVets.org.

Save on Travel and Vacations – 2-3:30pm. Second Sunday. Take time off from your busy life, relax, dream, build priceless memories. Guaranteed best price on vacations, and travel. Save 50% +. Join us for lunch. No charge. Please RSVP. Far Horizons Club House, 7570 E Speedway Blvd. 520-444-3628.

MSondgeroth1@cox.net. 67win.com.

Dreamcatcher Dream Group - 2-4pm. A place to bring your dreams. They stimulate our dream recall helping us track our evolving personal archetypes.

By being with each other’s dreams we learn compassion and exercise our intuition, which gives us clues as to how to decipher the dream’s sometimes enigmatic meanings. Contact Helen Landerman, DreamcathcerGroups@gmail.com.

markyourcalendar SAVE ON TRAVEL AND VACATIONS Second Sunday • 2pm

Take time off from your busy life, relax, dream, build priceless memories.

Guaranteed best price on vacations and travel. Save 50% +. Free lunch with vacation giveaways.

No charge. Please RSVP. Far Horizons Club House, 7570 E Speedway Blvd 520-444-3628 MSondgeroth1@cox.net • 67win.com Sacred Space Gathering – 4-5:30pm. Sundays. All welcome. No charge. Ward 6 Office, 3202 E 1st St. 520-318-3557. Info@SacredSpaceTucson.org.

SacredSpaceTucson.org.

Sunday Love Feast: Kirtan, Bhakti Talks, 10-Course Dinner – 5:30-7:15pm. Sit down bhajan meditation, a philosophical discussion on the ancient Vedas, Traditional Arti offerings to Temple deities and Kirtan followed by a free vegetarian feast. No charge. Govinda’s, 711 E Blacklidge Dr. 520-273-2273. KrishnaCove@gmail.com.

HareKrishnaTucson.org.

Satsang at Desert Ashram – 7-8:45pm. A peaceful, non-denominational meditation center offers Satsang by Swami Amar Jyoti at 7:30pm, Sanskrit mantras, aarti, and chanting at 7pm, with meditation following Satsang. Arrive at 6 pm for library, and a cup of tea. No charge. Desert Ashram, 3403 W Sweetwater Dr. 520-743-0384. Info@Truth Consciousness.org. TruthConsciousess.org.

monday A Course of Love – 11am. A Course of Love facilitated by Rev. Ann Marie. No charge. Unity in the Valley, 17630 S Camino De Las Quintas, Sahuarita. UnityGreenValley.org.

Women’s Warm Pool Sharing – 11:15am-12:45pm.

With Kathy Jendrzejewski. Weekly freestyle exercise and relaxation in a 96 degree indoor saltwater pool.Laugh, learn, enjoy freedom of movement in unique comfort. $15/class. Santa Rita Springs, 2301 N Santa Rita Ave. Register with Kathy: Kathynina7377@gmail.com, 520577-7377. SantaRitaSprings.com.

Youth Ballet – 5-6pm. Affordable Youth Dance Programs. 18-week program has a performance May 18. $270 Music In Motion Dance Studio, 1980 W River Rd, Ste 140. 520-447-7841. Chris@ MMDanceAZ.com. MMDanceAZ.com.

Adult Dance Cardio – 6-7pm. Adult Dance Cardio is a dance workout class similar to Zumba with a slight hip hop flavor. Have fun and follow along with the teacher as you dance and sweat to high energy music. $8-$10. Music In Motion Dance Studio, 1980 W River Rd, Ste 140. 520-447-7841. Chris@ MMDanceAZ.com. MMDanceAZ.com.

Self-Manual Lymphatic Drainage and Exercises – 6-7pm. Second Mondays. Taught by certified lymphedema therapist, Reduce your risk of Axillary Web Syndrome (AWS) after lymph node biopsy. No charge. OM, Oracle Massage Lymphatic Therapy 6818 N Oracle Rd., #414. Seating is limited, please RSVP 520-668-8731. OracleMassage.com.

Meditation at Desert Ashram – 7-8:30pm. Silent mediation at 7:30 pm. Or arrive at 7 pm for Aarti: Sanskrit chanting, offerings, waving of light and prasad. No charge. Desert Ashram, 3403 W Sweetwater Dr. 520-743-0384. Info@TruthConsciousness. org. TruthConsciousness.org. .

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Awakening Through Jewish Meditation with Reb Brian Yosef – 10:30-11:30am. Experience yourself as radiant awareness, free from negativity and connected to the aliveness of the present moment. No charge. Congregation Beth Shalom, 3881 East River Rd. 510-295-7383. Byosef@TorahOfAwakening. com. TorahOfAwakening.com.

Book Study – 11am. Every Tuesday. Book: How to Pray Without Talking to God by Rev Linda Martella Whitsett. Unity in the Valley, 17630 S Camino De Las Quintas. Sahuarita, 85629. 520625-5687. UnityInGreenValley@icloud.com.

UnityGreenValley.org.

Therapy Aqua Group – 12-1:30pm. With Skye Linn Walker, LMT, NCBTMB, AMMP Customized Personal Training. The warm saltwater pool offers a stress-free indoor environment to heal, stretch, maintain or build muscle tone. $20/class. Santa Rita Springs, 2301 N Santa Rita Ave. 520-245-2343.

TherapyAqua@outlook.com.

A Course in Miracles – 6pm. Using The Complete and Annotated Edition, the group discusses how these profoundly spiritual concepts, channeled

by Jesus, are useful in their day-to-day living. No charge. Unity of Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco, Rm A. 520-488-8284. MollyHNelson@gmail.com.

UnityTucson.com.

Newcomer Ballroom – 6-7pm. Class is designed to give you the fundamentals of a variety of dances so you can start dancing right away. Check Facebook page for updates. $10. Music In Motion Dance Studio, 1980 W River Rd, Ste 140. 520-447-7841.

Chris@MMDanceAZ.com. MMDanceAZ.com Silver Ballroom - 7-8pm. Mixed ballroom class focusing on technique, patterns, and styling in a fun environment. $10. Music in Motion Dance Studio, 1980 W River Rd, Ste140. 520-447-7841. Chris@ MMDanceAZ.com. MMDanceAZ.com.

Books – 7-8:30pm. With Reverend Inger Mason.

Reading of books channeled to Alice A. Bailey

by Djwhal Khul, followed by guided meditation. Temple of Universality class. Call for details. No charge. Call for details, 520-331-5252.

TempleOfUniversality@gmail.com.

Meditation at Desert Ashram – 7-8:30pm. Silent mediation at 7:30 pm. Or arrive at 7 pm for Aarti: Sanskrit chanting, offerings, waving of light and prasad. No charge. Desert Ashram, 3403 W Sweetwater Dr. 520-743-0384. Info@TruthConsciousness. org. TruthConsciousness.org.

wednesday Wednesday Live Radio Show – 8-9am. Get up to date, live information about what’s happening with the medical marijuana laws of our state, the dispensary process, news, education and more.

Tune in on our website. No charge. 520-437-8855.

TumbleweedsHealthCenter.com.

Prayer and Meditation – 9:45-10:15am. Come experience the healing peace of shared Silence.

Unity Spiritual Center of Peace welcomes all who wish to explore and discover their Oneness with Spirit. No charge. 1551 S Eastside Loop, Ste 121.

520-546-3696. Info@UnityPeaceAZ.com.

Fun-Day Wednesday Class – 9:45-11:30am. With Rev. Fred Smith. Metaphysical Law, using fun, food and friends. Temple of Universality class. No charge. Masonic Temple, 3590 N Country Club Rd. 520-546-3898. TempleOfUniversality@gmail.com.

US Pain Foundation Chronic Pain Support Group – 11am-12:30pm. First Wednesday. Bring pillows, mats, ice/heat packs to make yourself comfortable. Family members are also invited.

No charge. Natural Healing Care Center, 2230 E Speedway Blvd, Ste 140. 800-910-0664. Gwenn@ PainConnection.org. PainConnection.org.

Centering Prayer Group – 12pm. Method of Christian meditation with a strong emphasis on interior silence that encourages silence and deeper connection to the divine. No charge. Casas Adobes Congregational Church, UCC, Rm 1. 520-297-1181.

CasasAdobesUCC.com.

Alternative Therapies Cancer Support Group – 12-1:15pm. Second and fourth Wednesdays. With Shelly Eagle. For cancer patient or cancer support person looking to explore or share a holistic approach to health and wellness. No charge. Alive & Well Arizona LLC, 2420 W Ruthrauff Rd, Ste 160.

520-400-8280. Admin@AliveAndWellAZ.com.

Aquacize – 12-1:30pm. With Rebecca Lennon, RN. 96 degree warm indoor pool. Join us for a safe head to toe aquatic workout, focusing on strength, balance, and joint mobility. Perfect for CST, Arthritis, Lupus, MD, MS and Fibromyalgia relief. Free trial class. $200/8 consecutive classes. Santa Rita Springs, 2301 N Santa Rita Ave. 520-444-8636.

B43Lennon@aol.com.

Free Reiki Gathering/Share – 12-1:15pm. Third Wednesday. Need some mid-week stress relief? Join us for an hour of discussion on Reiki, a short meditation and mini-Reiki sessions. All are welcome. No charge. Bright Way Wellness, 2030 E Broadway Blvd, Ste 3, 520-549-4800. BrightWayWellness@ outlook.com. BrightWayWellness.com.

Practical Metaphysics Book Study – 4-5:30pm.

With Keith Gorley. Read and discuss Eric Butterworth’s Practical Metaphysics. By donation.

CSL Tucson's Office and Education Center, NEW LOCATION! 911 S. Craycroft Rd. 520-319-1042.

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ongoing events Guided Meditation Practice – 6-6:45pm. Learn the benefits of meditation practice. Each week provides a new experience with guided experience accessible to all meditation practitioners from the novice to the advanced. All are welcome. No charge.

Tucson New Thought, 4500 E Speedway Blvd, Ste 7. 520-406-3232. TucsonNewThought@gmail.com.

TucsonNewThought.org.

Soothe the SOUL-Gentle Yoga – 6-7pm. With Callie.

Unique practice of yoga with a focus on mindful clarity as you stretch from head to toe. Classes consist of restorative, balance, energy breath work and vinyasa. All levels welcome. $12/drop-in; package prices available. Renew Body Wellness Center, 4625 E Broadway Blvd, 2nd Flr. 406-696-8203.

Flutes for Vets Classes – 6-7:30pm. Native American style flute classes for Veterans. Veterans are eligible for free flute after completing 8 classes. Practice flutes available to take home between classes. No charge. American Legion Post #7, 330 W Franklin St.520-784-4468. FlutesForVets@gmail.com.

FlutesForVets.org.

Self-Realization Fellowship, Tucson Meditation Group – 6-8pm. Silent meditation with a Service Reading to learn and practice the teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda. Free literature and lending library. No charge. Self-Realization Fellowship, Tucson Meditation Group, 1702 E Prince Rd. TucsonMeditationGroup.com.

Exploring the Enneagram– 6:30-8:30pm. 7/3, 7/10, 7/24, 7/31. Join Rev Janis and Steve Franz in watching a Richard Rohr video on the Enneagram, exploring 'your number' and how you view your world based on your perception of it. By donation.

CSL Tucson's Office and Education Center, NEW LOCATION! 911 S. Craycroft Rd. 520 319-1042.

Admin@TucsonCSL.org Tucsoncsl.org.

Newcomer Country – 7-8pm. Our Newcomer class is designed to give you the basics of a variety of country so you can start dancing right away. Meant for beginners, fun and upbeat way to learn dance and make new friends. No partner needed. $10.

Music In Motion Dance Studio, 1980 W River Rd, Ste 140. 520-447-7841. Chris@MMDanceAZ.com.

MMDanceAZ.com.

Pathways to Metaphysics Classes – 7-8pm.

Topics change weekly, and can be found on our website at TheCommunityofLight.org. By donation. Far Horizons East in the Main Clubhouse, 7570 E Speedway Blvd, Tucson. 520-339-2038.

TheCommunityofLight.org.

Silver Ballroom – 7-8pm. Mixed ballroom class focusing on technique, patterns, and styling in a fun a environment. Music In Motion Dance Studio, 1980 W River Rd, Ste 140. 520-447-7841. Chris@ MMDanceAZ.com. MMDanceAZ.com.

Meditation at Desert Ashram – 7-8:30pm. Silent mediation at 7:30 pm. Or arrive at 7 pm for Aarti: Sanskrit chanting, offerings, waving of light and prasad. No charge. Desert Ashram, 3403 W Sweetwater Dr. 520-743-0384. Info@TruthConsciousness. org. TruthConsciousness.org.

404-8745. QiGongMark@yahoo.com. Meetup. com/Tucson-ZY-Qigong-Meetup.

thursday Way of Mastery – 5-6:30am. The Way of Mastery teaches you that the choice for Love becomes your every thought, breath and action to extend to the world, as awakened as Jesus was. By donation. Unity of Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco. 520-488-8284.

MollyHNelson@gmail.com. UnityTucson.com.

Save on Travel and Vacations - 11:30am. Take time off from your busy life, relax, dream, build priceless memories. Guaranteed best price on vacations, and travel. Save 50% +. Free lunch with vacation giveaways. No charge. El Saguarito, 3535 E Fort Lowell. Please RSVP, 520-444-3628.

MSondgeroth1@cox.net. 67win.com.

Therapy Aqua Group – 12-1:30pm. With Skye Linn Walker, LMT, NCBTMB, AMMP Customized Personal Training. The warm saltwater pool offers a stress-free indoor environment to heal, stretch, maintain or build muscle tone. $20/class. Santa Rita Springs, 2301 N Santa Rita Ave. 520-245-2343.

TherapyAqua@outlook.com.

Is Cannabis For Me? – 5-6pm. Third Thursday.

We will answer any questions you have and debunk social stigmas built around cannabis prohibition for all these years. No charge. Natural Healing Care Center, 2230 E Speedway, Ste 140.

520-323-0069. TucsonMedicalMarijuanaCard.com.

A Course in Miracles – 5:30pm. With Colleen Hall. Temple of Universality class. Call for details.

No charge. Spirits Child, 3870 W River Rd, #120.

520-981-2249. TempleOfUniversality@gmail.com.

TempleOfUniversality.org.

Taizé Service – 6:30-7:15pm. Second Thursday.

An alternative form of worship that includes soothing music, brief readings and silent meditation in candlelight. There is no sermon. All welcome. No charge. Casas Adobes Congregational Church, UCC, 6801 N Oracle Rd. 520-297-1181. John@ CAUCC.org. CAUCC.org/Taize.

TIES Sharing and Discussion Group – 6:308:30pm. Third Thursday. TIES mission is to provide a safe neutral environment for presenting information on and sharing of near-death and other spiritually transformative experiences. Everyone is welcome. No Charge (love offering accepted). St Francis in the foothills Methodist Church. 4625 E River Rd. 520-395-2365. TucsonAZ@IANDS.org.

TucsonIANDS.org.

Ascended Masters Introductory Classes – 7-8pm.

Learn about your own individual divine being, your I Am Presence. Find divine solutions to every challenge. No charge. The Temple of The Presence, 11902 E Irvington Rd, 520-751-2039.

SusanKnitttel@msn.com. TempleOfThePresence.org.

ZY Qigong Class – 7-8:30pm. ZY Qigong a simple life science. Practice a relaxed state of being and expand your own awareness within. ZY Qigong can help you attain these states with a beautiful practice. $10. The Yoga Connection, 3929 E Pima St. 520-

Satsang at Desert Ashram – 7-8:45pm. A peaceful, non-denominational meditation center offers Satsang by Swami Amar Jyoti at 7:30pm, Sanskrit mantras, aarti, and chanting at 7pm, with meditation following Satsang. Arrive at 6 pm for library, and a cup of tea. No charge. Desert Ashram, 3403 W Sweetwater Dr. 520-743-0384. Info@Truth Consciousness.org. TruthConsciousess.org.

friday Complimentary Sales Training – 9-10:30am.

With Don Zavis. Weekly sales training session.

Also archived via Vimeo in case you miss it. No charge. Encantada, 11177 N Oracle, Oro Valley.

520-903-4654. DonZavis@comcast.net.

Get Happy in Your Body – 10am-4pm. Join us for this complimentary ½-hr consultation to learn what help is available to you to control Type 2 diabetes and lose weight. Get healthy with support. Call to schedule your appointment. No charge. WellnessFirst!, 3861 N 1st Ave. 520-209-1755. Zach@TFMND. Com. TFMND.Com. Healing and Message Circle – 12:30-1:30pm.

Beautifully guided healing meditations followed by messages for enhanced healing, enlightenment and growth. By donation. Far Horizons East in the Main clubhouse, 7570 E Speedway Blvd, Tucson. 520-3392038. TheCommunityofLight.org.

Aqua Yoga and Movement – 1:45-2:15pm. With Skye Lin Walker, LMT, NCTMB, AMMP Gentle saltwater therapy: Relax, balance, breathe and strengthen as we practice slow healing poses and stretches, shoulder deep in warm water. $20/class.

Santa Rita Springs, 2301 N Santa Rita Ave. 520-2452343. TherapyAqua@outlook.com.

Weekend Immune Booster Drop-In– 1-3pm. No appointment necessary for Vitamin B shots or Myers Push. New clients pay additional admin fee. $25-$50. Transformational Medicine, 3861 N 1st Ave, 520-209-1755. SaberLMP@TFMND.com.

TFMND.Com. Tai Chi Easy/Qigong for Health – 2pm. With Suzanne Schinkel, certified instructor. On chairs if needed. Outdoor on patio, weather permitting.

Benefits realignment of ankles, knees and hip joints.

No charge. Unity in the Valley, 17630 S Camino Del Las Quintas, Sahuarita. 520-625-5687.

Community of Light Healing and Message Circle – 12:30-1:30pm. New time and location. Join us for beautifully guided healing meditations. The meditations are followed by messages for enhanced healing, enlightenment and growth of the body, mind and spirit. No charge. Far Horizons, 7570 E Speedway Blvd, Main Clubhouse. 520-437-8855.

TheCommunityofLight.org.

S.M.A.R.T Recovery: Alternative to AA Group – 5-6:30pm. Weekly group for those looking for an alternative to AA, S.M.A.R.T is a non-profit, donation only, small group to deal with substance abuse

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issues giving us back the lives we were meant to live. No charge. Natural Healing Care Center, 2230 E Speedway, Ste 140. 520-971-6086. NonieSims@ gmail.com. SmartRecovery.org.

Line Dance; Learn Popular Country Line Dances – 6-7pm. Every Friday. $10. Music In Motion Dance Studio, 1980 W River Rd, Ste 140. 520-447-7841.

Chris@MMDanceAZ.com. MMDanceAZ.com.

Women for Sobriety – 6-7pm. Every Friday. Join Sarah Nettles in a women-only sobriety empowerment group. See website for details.. By donation.

CSL Tucson's Office and Education Center, NEW LOCATION! 911 S. Craycroft Rd. 520 319-1042.

Admin@TucsonCSL.org TucsonCSL.org.

Shamanic Journey-for-Healing Circle – 6:30-9pm.

Last Friday of the month. Open to all and is designed to help facilitate healing for yourself. You do not need to be a healer. Two guided journeys, sharing time and snacks. No charge. Temple of the Drum, LLC, 16330 N Starboard Dr. 520-870-2108. Info@ TempleOfTheDrum.com. TempleOfTheDrum.com.

Newcomer Salsa – 7pm. Learn the basics of Salsa. $10. Music In Motion Dance Studio, 1980 W River Rd, Ste 140. 520-447-7841. Chris@MMDanceAZ. com. MMDanceAZ.com.

Meditation at Desert Ashram – 7-8:30pm. Silent mediation at 7:30 pm. Or arrive at 7 pm for Aarti: Sanskrit chanting, offerings, waving of light and prasad. No charge. Desert Ashram, 3403 W Sweetwater Dr. 520-743-0384. Info@TruthConsciousness. org. TruthConsciousness.org.

Self-Realization Fellowship, Tucson Meditation Group – 7-8:30pm. Silent meditation with a Service Reading to learn and practice the teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda. Free literature and lending library. No charge. Self-Realization Fellowship, Tucson Meditation Gro, 1702 E Prince Rd. TucsonMeditationGroup.com.

Tucson Energy Circle – 7-8:45pm. Fourth Friday.

Tucson Energy Circle is replacing IONS Energy Share.

Join us for an evening of meditation, energy sessions and networking. No experience necessary. No charge.

Unity Church of Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco. 520742-1019. Marsha@DesertReikiConnection.com.

DesertReikiConnection.com.

saturday Rincon Valley Farmers and Artisans Market – 8am-1pm. Come enjoy the country and shop local in and around the big green and white Barn.

No charge. Rincon Valley Farmers and Artisans Market, 12500 E Old Spanish Trail. 520-591-2276.

RVFM@RinconInstitute.org. RVFM.org.

Contemplative Prayer Group – 9:30-11:30am.

Silent meditation, DVD/CD, discussion. Teachings

by Richard Rohr, James Finley, John O’Donohue and others. No charge. House of Prayer, St. Michael’s Episcopal Church, 602 N Wilmot Rd. 520749-7950. SJTucson@aol.com.

Free Reiki Gathering/Share – 10-11am. Second Saturday. Learn about what Reiki is and how it helps us heal. Short meditation followed by miniReiki sessions. All are welcome. Kid friendly. No charge. Bright Way Wellness, 2030 E Broadway Blvd, Ste 3. 520-549-4800. BrightWayWellness@ outlook.com. BrightWayWellness.com

markyourcalendar SATURDAY NIGHT SOCIAL First, Second and Fourth Saturdays • 7-10:30pm Ballroom, Country, Latin and Swing Open Social dancing 8-10:30pm. 7-8pm beginner and intermediate group lesson included.

1st Saturdays ALL Country Music! A second ballroom is a dedicated West Coast Swing room. Light refreshments provided. $8-$10 includes lesson and dance social Music In Motion Dance Studio 1980 W River Rd, Ste 140 520-447-7841 • Chris@MMDanceAZ.com MMDanceAZ.com Infusing with Cannabis​– 10am-12pm. Second Saturday. Having trouble using Cannabis? This class will go into more detail on cannabis as medicine, while empowering you to infuse your own cannabis oil at home. Must have AZ Medical Marijuana Card. Seating is limited.​$50​. Natural Healing Care Center, 2230 E Speedway, Ste 140.​520-323-0069.​ NaturalHealingCareCenter.com​.

Psychic Fair at Metaphysics World– 10am6:30pm. Every Saturday. $15 for 15 minutes. Everyone is welcome. 2940 East 22nd St. 520-327-7449.

Practitioners Reiki Share – 11am-12pm. Third Saturday. This circle will give Practitioners the opportunity to receive. All are welcome to join us. If you are not attuned, we will ask that you please observe.

No charge. Bright Way Wellness, 2030 E Broadway Blvd, Ste 3. 520-437-8855. BrightWayWellness.com.

Aquacize – 12-1:30pm. With Rebecca Lennon, RN. 96 degree warm indoor pool. Join us for a safe head to toe aquatic workout, focusing on strength, balance, and joint mobility. Perfect for CST, Arthritis, Lupus, MD, MS and Fibromyalgia relief. Free trial class. $200/8 consecutive classes. Santa Rita Springs, 2301 N Santa Rita Ave. 520-444-8636. B43Lennon@aol.com.

Group Singing Class – 2-3:15pm. Singing exercises that have a therapeutic force, gentle and respective of the natural function of the human body. Attention on sensing the inner environment and supporting the fullness and quality of Tone. No charge. Solar Culture, 31 E Toole Ave. 520-6616666. SpeechInSong@gmail.com.

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TULA WELLNESS AND AESTHETICS

Connecting you to the leaders in natural healthcare and green living in our community. To find out how you can be included in the Community Resource Guide email Holly@NaturalTucson.com to request our media kit.

Dr. Arianna Sholes-Douglas 2404 E River Rd, Ste 251, 85718 520-577-1129 Info@TulaWellnessMD.com TulaWellnessMD.com

Tucson’s premier medspa offering a wide varieties of aesthetic treatments to enhance your inner and outer beauty. Some of the services offer​ed​are Botox, Dermal Fillers, Microneed​l​ing with PRP,​​ medical-grade chemical peels, Ultherapy, hair restoration, IV therapy, CoolSculpting, TermiTight and a array of laser treatments. See ad, page 2.

ACUPUNCTURE CATALINA ACUPUNCTURE

Nathan Anderson, L.Ac. 2450 E Speedway Blvd, Ste 6, 85719 520-999-0080 Nathan@CatalinaAcupunctureTucson.com Nathan Anderson is an acupuncturist and professor of Chinese medicine. His services include acupuncture, herbal medicine, bodywork, cupping, plus dietary, fitness, and lifestyle consultations.

Catalina Acupuncture is a family practice, providing safe and effective remedies for a wide variety of pain and illness. See ad, page 23.

AESTHETICS AND MEDSPA ALTERNATIVES IN HEALTH CARE DETOX & MINI MED SPA

Debbie Shaw, Owner 1101 N Wilmot Rd, Ste #227, 85712 (above Trader Joe’s) 520 275-4510 • DetoxTherapySpa.com We offer tried and true procedures and the newest technologies on the market to improve and prevent signs of aging. Facials, peels, injectables, light therapy, Fibroblast therapy, microderm-abrasion, micro-current, derma-rolling and more. We use all natural skin care products!

See ad, page 27.

PAMPERED SKIN STUDIO

Dr. Suzanne Pear, RN PhD LE COE 5160 E Glenn St, Ste 150, 85712 520-400-8109 • PamperedSkinStudio.com If you believe less is more, Dr. Suzie is the clinical aesthetician for you. She provides nature-based, holistic skin rejuvenation therapies for all skin types and sensitivities, including basic as well as advanced anti-aging modalities, e.g., Botox, dermal fillers and NovaThreads, producing natural-looking, not over-done results.

Call today for a complimentary consultation. See ad, page 4.

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ALEXANDER TECHNIQUE GAYLE FELBAIN

Mastery in Motion 505-250-1223 GFelbain@gmail.com GayleFelbain.com Gayle Felbain, certified teacher in the Alexander Technique and Mindfulness Meditation Facilitator, has been teaching for the past 35 years. Effective for pain and stress management, back, neck and joint issues, headaches and migraines. Improves performance in whatever you do. 50% off first session. See ad, page 22.

ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE ALEXCIS LOPEZ, MS, CHt, NLP, REV. RESET, Ayahuasca Retreats, Workshops 1735 E Fort Lowell Rd, 85719 520-690-6576 AlexcisLopez.com

Alexcis works with clients who are seeking mental-emotional-spiritual peace and clarity.

Find relief from past trauma, anxiety, depression, addiction and negative behaviors.

Improve boundaries, relationships, self-worth, connection, joyfulness abundance. Private RESET sessions, ayahuasca retreats, cacao and kava ceremonies, healing workshops. See ad, page 19.

D2 DISPENSARY

East Tucson, 7105 E 22nd St, 85710 520-214-3232 D2Dispensary.com D2 Dispensary is east Tucson’s high-end medical marijuana facility and is the sister location to Downtown Dispensary.

D2 features a contemporary and modern layout and is the only other dispensary in Tucson to carry iLava and MedLava products. See ad, page 39.

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THE DOWNTOWN DISPENSARY Parking Lot: 500 N 6th Ave, 85705 520-838-0492 TheDowntownDispensary.com

The Downtown Dispensary offers high-end and affordable cannabis products to Tucson’s medical marijuana patients.

Our flower and extracts are made in Tucson and are tested for safety and potency. We also carry edible products made by other AZDHS licensed facilities.

See ad, page 39.

EARTH’S HEALING DISPENSARY North • 78 W River Rd, 85704 520-395-1432 South • 2075 E Benson Hwy, 85714 520-373-5779 EarthsHealing.org

We believe in the healing power of Mother Nature to make the best medicine. Our dispensary provides safe, compliant, and reliable cannabinoid therapeutics and we strive to give our patients the most innovative and effective products available. Call today for information on how to become a medical marijuana patient. See ad, page 35.

NATURAL HEALING CARE CENTER Dr. Jasmine May, NMD 2230 E Speedway, Ste 140, 85719 520-323-0069 NaturalHealingCareCenter.com

Dr. May offers whole being counseling for those seeking a shift from disease centered medicine to individualized care.

Naturopathic medicine works to uproot the cause of disharmony, rather than palliating symptoms.

Herbs, homeopathy, nutrition, and mind/body medicine are emphasized, with focus on empowering individuals to heal themselves. See ad, page 45.

TUCSON SAINTS DISPENSARY 112 S Kolb Rd, 85715 520-886-1003 TucsonSaints@gmail.com

Welcome to SAINTS, where we take pride in providing Arizona medical marijuana patients with the best cannabis, edibles, concentrates, and CBD products in Tucson. Our goal is to offer a safe, warm, educational, and memorable patient experience. Amenities include: easy parking, security at the door, and short wait times. We offer daily specials, new patient specials, and a discount to all veterans. See ad, page 43.

AROMATHERAPY METAPHYSICS’ WORLD

Oils, Oil Sprays 2940 East 22nd St, 85713 520-327-7449 Open Monday-Friday, 10am to 7pm Metaphysics’ World carries over 30 essential oils and over 25 blended oils for $4.77 each. We carry 10 different oil sprays, over 130 different herbs and a fair amount of resins. We carry Lavender as a herb, oil, oil spray and as an incense. See ad, page 7.

AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR ONE STOP AUTOMOTIVE

1545 S Craycroft Rd, 85711 520-571-1811 OneStopAutomotive@hotmail.com OneStopAutoRepairTucson.com Mention our ad and receive a complete brake system inspection and fluid service for $89.99. Includes inspection of all brake system components and lubrication of any components sticking or not operating smoothly. Also includes complete system fluid exchange and pressure bleed. Savings of almost $60! See ad, page 10.

BIOFEEDBACK ANNA MARIE BLESSING, B.MSC, CNC 4400 E Broadway Blvd, 85711 520-314-6894 Info@TucsonBiofeedback.com TucsonBiofeedback.com

Biofeedback treatments to permanently treat over 16 medical conditions including: anxiety, autoimmune conditions, fibromyalgia, asthma, allergies, chemical sensitivities, children’s allergies, digestive disorders and migraines/headaches. VSI food sensitivity testing, thyroid/hormone and additional testing (we see what blood tests miss).

BODYWORK BIO-TOUCH HEALING CENTER 5634 E Pima St, 85712 520-323-7951 • JustTouch.com

Bio-Touch is a touch-healing therapy that anyone can learn to perform effectively. Low-cost classes are offered and healing sessions on a donation basis to anyone in need of relief from pain, stress, or symptoms of disease.

AIMEE GREGORIE BACHELIER Purity of Life Naturopathic Physician 520-909-0703 • PurityOfLife.com

Medicial Marijuana certification assistance. Dr.’s House Call $120.

Includes: assistance acquiring records, state upload. State Fee $150. SNAP eligible discount.

By appointment only. Se habla Español. See ad, page 41.

SYLVIA BOYED

3333 N Campbell Ave, Ste 12, 85719 520-370-3689 SylviaBoyed.com Sylvia Boyed, MA, LMT, CST, an energetic bodyworker, working in the bodywork field for 11 years, treats all of the systems of the body, for all ages, with specializations in joint reconstruction, head injuries, migraine headaches, vertigo, tinnitus, hyperactivity, learning disabilities, and anxiety.

WORKING BODIES MASSAGE Becky Colmenares 3208 E Fort Lowell, Ste 102 520-302-0970

Customized treatment including focus work, deep tissue, medical, injury management, relaxing, or de-stressing. All levels of comfort are respected and supported in a safe, comfortable environment. Call or text to schedule your massage treatment today to keep your body working! $46 Massage (weekdays only).

See ad, page 18.

ZACHARY SABER, LMT

WellnessFirst!​ 3861 N 1st Ave, 85719 520-232-4585 SaberLMP@aol.com​• 3861WellnessFirst.com Tired of the pain? ​Myofascial release frees you from what holds you back. Let go of past injuries and love life again. ​ Zach specializes in myofascial release, structural integration and neuromuscular re-education with nearly 20 years of hands-on experience. See ad, page 3.

BONNIE PRUDDEN MYOTHERAPY MUSCLES IN MOTION MYOTHERAPY Andrea Johnson Master Certified Myotherapist Mobile Service Available 786-897-0789 • MYO-1st@earthlink.net

Myotherapy builds strength, reduces stress, relieves pain, re-educates the muscles, improves flexibility, increases range of motion, relieves Fibromyalgia symptoms and more by identifying each individual’s trigger points. 90% success rate when using Myotherapy plus corrective exercises.

No needles or drugs are employed. See ad, page 18.

BOOKSTORE UNITY CHURCH OF TUCSON BOOKSTORE

3617 N Camino Blanco, 85718 520-577-3300 • UnityTucson.com Satuday, call or ring bell Sunday, 9-10; 11-noon Largest most complete metaphysical bookstore in Tucson valley. Books, CDs, DVDs and more covering a wide spectrum of subjects.

Also available: Consanti Soleri Bells, greeting cards, and more—a rich environment for anyone interested in furthering their well-being, spiritual awareness and growth.​See ad, page 20.

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY TRAVEL MIKE

Mike and Luz Sondgeroth (ID 914362) • 520-444-3628 MSondgeroth1@cox.net www.67win.com World-class, award-winning company in the travel industry. Exceptional opportunities to create significant long-term residual income with minimal time investment. Free vacations, personal growth, and business development. Free lunch and learn every month. Looking for additional income? Make extra money part time. View the video at www.67win.com. See ad, page 21.

The glory of gardening: hands in the dirt, head in the sun, heart with nature.

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CANNABIS TUCSON SAINTS DISPENSARY

112 S Kolb Rd, 85715 520-886-1003 • TucsonSaints@gmail.com Welcome to SAINTS, where we take pride in providing Arizona medical marijuana patients with the best cannabis, edibles, concentrates, and CBD products in Tucson. Our goal is to offer a safe, warm, educational, and memorable patient experience. Amenities include: easy parking, security at the door, and short wait times.

We offer daily specials, new patient specials, and a discount to all veterans. See ad, page 43.

CARPET CLEANING PIMA CLEANPRO L.L.C.

Carpet Cleaning, Tile & Grout, Upholstery, Area Rugs Serving Pima County & Surrounding Areas 520-954-2119 • PimaCleanPro@gmail.com PimaCleanPro.com Don’t steam your carpets, clean your carpets. Providing a low-moisture system that is: eco-friendly, unbeatable results, dries in about 1-2 hours, with no residue, longer carpet life for carpet, upholstery, area rugs, tile and grout. Reliable, on-time, answers the phone.

CBD DIVINE SYNERGY THERAPEUTICS 143 S Park Ave, 85719 520-351-9828 Mon-Fri 10-7 Sat 10-5 DivineSynergy.co

Divine Synergy Therapeutics offers tested high quality Hemp derived CBD products with a knowledgeable staff to make your decision making easier when it comes to choosing the right CBD products to fit your needs. Free Spectrum water with purchase of $25 or more. See ad, page 34.

KACTUS KUSH CBD

3455 E Speedway Blvd, 85716 520-838-0487 KactusKushCBD.com Kactus Kush CBD is now open in Tucson. Arizona based company committed to bringing top quality CBD products to the marketplace.

Some of the purest hemp oil on the market. Test results prove it.

Stop by and meet our knowledgeable staff! See ad, page 36.

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NATURAL HEALING CARE CENTER 2230 E Speedway, Ste 140, 85719 520-323-0069 NaturalHealingCareCenter.com

Natural Healing Care Center carries a variety of natural, full-spectrum Hemp CBD Products. All products are high quality, grown in the U.S., and tested. CBD has helped many people obtain relief for various ailments. NHCC can help inform you on the proper way to consume CBD. See ad, page 45.

CHIROPRACTIC DR. JOANNE HAUPERT, D.C. 4858 E Broadway, 85711 520-584-0343 InspiredHealing.org

Do you want to trust and increase your body’s ability to heal and regenerate? Network Chiropractic is very gentle and helps increase your brain/body connection and empower you to make healthier choices. Great for children, PTSD, depression and autoimmune diseases.

WINTERHAVEN HEALTH CENTER

Dr. Nathan Conlee 3020 N Country Club Rd, 85716 520-322-6161 • PerformanceNeurology.com Dr. Nathan Conlee has been treating auto and sports injuries since 1987. As a Chiropractic Neurologist he works with many neurologic disorders. Also, using gentle Chiropractic, physiotherapy, Acupuncture, metabolic nutrition and we have helped 1000s of patients from headaches to ankle sprains. Please visit www.PerformanceNeurology.com See ad, page 12.

CLEANING SERVICES PURMAID LLC

520-331-2629 PurMaidTucson@gmail.com • PurMaid.com PurMaid LLC provides professional green cleaning services to Tucson homes and businesses. Locally owned and operated. Special offer: 3 labor hours of cleaning, just $65. See ad for details. See ad, page 17.

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COACHING, COUNSELING & GUIDANCE ARMORLESS BODY THERAPIES

Randy Usem, LMT, Radix Practitioner Near Campbell & Grant 520-312-9563 TucsonEmotionalAndTraumaTherapy.com TucsonMassageAndBodyTherapy.com Affordable alternative or addition to traditional therapy.

Radix is a neo-Reichian, deep feeling, regressive process similar to bio-energetics and primal therapy. Exploring with breath, body awareness, centering and grounding to access anger, fear, grief, longing and restore love, trust, pleasure, fulfillment and aliveness.

COUNSELING CONCEPTS Jo Ruddy and Jodi Hardy 3861 N First Ave, 85719 520-881-4237 CounselingConceptsLLC.org

Dr. Jo Ruddy, Metaphysical Life Coach and Clinical Master Hypnotherapist, along with Jodi Hardy, M.A., LPC and highly experienced psychotherapist, offer metaphysical approaches to healing and creating lasting change in your life.

Located at WellnessFIRST!

HEALTHY COUPLES

Bill White, M.A., Love Coach 520-319-9132 TheHealthyCouple.com Quick and dramatic results are common. Bill is a master at navigating relationship challenges. Resolve anger, arguments, emotional distancing, broken trust, childhood influences. Free no-obligation consultation.

Don’t be surprised if you enjoy the process.

RISE ABOVE IT COACH

Denisse Cabrera, RN, CDE Certified Integrative Life Coach 520-979-4600 RiseAboveItCoach@gmail.com RiseAboveItCoach.com Coaching brings out your inner expert and the motivation, excitement, and desire to actually follow your best advice.

Using coaching models and intuition you can have desired results in health, relationships, career, money, life. Let your magic outsmart self-sabotage.

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COLON HYDROTHERAPY

CRYSTALS AND ROCKS

INTESTINAL HEALTH INSTITUTE

METAPHYSICS’ WORLD

Sheila Shea MA is Board Certified with 41 years of colon hydrotherapy experience.

The Intestinal Health Institute offers intestinal nutritional support and detoxification protocols to accompany colonics. Specialties are abdominal massage, Metabolic Syndrome and sugar. Shea is an LMT in Arizona and Florida.

Metaphysics’ World carries a large range of products: crystals, rocks, meteorites, incense, oils, oil sprays, soaps, books, music, greeting cards, clothing, fossils, ear candles, tarot cards, charts, etc. Check us out Saturdays at 10am when we have our weekly silent auction. See ad, page 7.

520-325-9686 • Intestines@SheilaShea.com IntestinalHealthInstitute.com

VERY SPECIAL ALTERNATIVES Vonnie Schultz Albrecht, RN WellnessFirst!

3861 N First Ave, Rm 3, 85719 520-403-1686 VerySpecialAlternatives@gmail.com VerySpecialAlternatives.net

2940 East 22nd St, 85713 520-327-7449 • Monday-Saturday, 10am to 7pm

DANCE MUSIC IN MOTION DANCE STUDIO

1980 W River Rd, Ste 140, 85704 520-447-7841 Info@MMDanceAZ.com • MMDanceAZ.com Facebook: Music in Motion Dance Studio

RN-delivered colonics.

FDA-approved system integrated with a full, closedgravity option. Infrared Therapy included! Probiotic reflorastation and ozone therapies available. Warm, supportive healing environment. Affordable rates and packages. By appointment, flexible hours.

Free 15 minute consult! See ad, page 3.

All ages independent dance studio on the Northwest side serving Tucson and surrounding communities. Let our staff teach you a variety of dances including: Ballroom, Latin, Country, ​Salsa, Swing. Private lessons, group classes, wedding dances. Dance socials on the first, second and fourth Saturday. See Facebook for current schedule. special rates for first responders and active/ retired military. See ad, page 11.

COMPUTER SERVICES

DENTISTRY

GE COMPUTING AND INTERNET SERVICES

Don Gibbens Office: 520-332-1485 • Cell: 520-784-1243 Don@GEComputerRepair.com GEComputerRepair.com Facebook: GE-Computing-and-Internet-Services One of Don’s tag lines is, “Computer Sick? Call the Doctor.” He has been helping people keep their computers and technology working f​ or over 30 years​. ​As one of​ Don’s customers ​said, “​You don’t make me feel stupid”. House calls and via remote.​See ad, page 9.

CRANIAL SACRAL THERAPY MEDICINE WHEEL DENTAL AND WELLNESS CENTER

Mercedez Lucke Benedict 4650 W Jojoba Dr, 85745 520-743-7101 • MedicineWheelDental.com Experience incredible Cranial work while at Medicine Wheel Dental & Wellness Center.

Mercedez has had success in treating tinnitus, trigeminal nerve pain, migraines, TMD dysfunction, chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, increasing range of motion and strain pattern releases. Call for a special introductory visit. See ad, back cover.

MEDICINE WHEEL DENTAL AND WELLNESS CENTER

Dr. Steven A. Swidler, DDS 4650 W Jojoba Dr, 85745 520-743-7101 • MedicineWheelDental.com Medicine Wheel Dental is Tucson’s premier holistic integrative dental practice.

Utilizing a balanced mix of traditional dentistry with exclusive naturopathic, holistic and alternative modalities, Medicine Wheel Dental provides the highest level of personalized dental care. “With awareness, we can make a choice.” See ad, back cover.

TUCSON BIOLOGICAL DENTISTRY

Jeanne Anne Krizman, DMD, MPH 1601 N Tucson Blvd, Ste 35, 85716 520-326-0082 • Smile@KrizmanDental.com A centrally located biologic and integrative dental office with Tucson’s only International Academy of Oral Medicine & Toxicology accredited dentist.

Specializing in general & cosmetic dentistry, mercury-free fillings, safe amalgam removal, implants, extractions, cavitation treatment, and ozone therapy.

Call for appointment today. See ads, pages 9 and 16.

Let us educate and provide you with all DETOXIFICATION Natural ways to improve your youth and health

ALTERNATIVES IN HEALTH CARE Skin Care Detox Therapies DETOX &Treatments MINI MED SPA Cleansing • Ionic Foot Baths • Anti-Aging • Nutritional

Owner • Far Infared Sauna • Ear Candling •Debbie SignatureShaw, Facials & Peels

1101 N Wilmot Rd, Ste #227, 85712 Body Treatments Pain Management (above Trader Joe’s)• Chiropractic • Acupuncture • Massage • Wraps & Scrubs 520 275-4510 • DetoxTherapySpa.com Cleanse and replenish your Debbie Shaw, Spa Owner body is our motto.

1101can N Wilmot Detoxification be rd. Ste.#227 (Above TraderWe Joe’s) achieved many ways. have nutritional cleanses, detox wraps, ionic WWW.DETOXTHERAPYSPA.COM footbaths, a far infra-red sauna and a chi machine and more. Call for a free consultation! See ad, page 27.

OM ORACLE MASSAGE LYMPHATIC THERAPY

Susan Couture, BSHA, CRC, LMT, LE, Cert. MLD/CDP 6818 N Oracle Rd #414, 85704 520-668-8731 • OracleMassage.com ThermoTherapy Detox Wrap raises your core body temperature while eliminating toxins. The resulting immune response strengthens the body in its fight against cancer and other pathogens. Lymphatic massage assists in cleansing blood and releasing stored lymphocytes to boost immune function. See ad, page 18.

DREAM GROUPS DREAMCATCHER DREAM GROUPS Helen Landerman, Ph.D. DreamcatcherGroups@gmail.com

Tap into the wisdom and guidance of your dreams. Develop your powers of intuition. Dr. Landerman has 30 years of experience in dream groups and has been certified by Jeremy Taylor’s Marin Institute for Projective Dreamwork. Dream groups forming downtown.

ELECTRO-MEDICINE ALIVE & WELL ARIZONA

2420 W Ruthrauff Rd., Ste 160, 85705 520-638-6740 TucsonPhotonGenius.com Experience the powerful electro-magnetic energy of the Photon Genius Super Sauna. Power up your immune system, detoxify and nourish all of your body’s cells. We also offers wellness classes, support groups and natural health products. Visit online or in person.

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EMOTIONAL FREEDOM TECHNIQUE - EFT MARIA KINGSLEY

EFT Practitioner, Certified Hypnotherapist 520-780-0170 • KadaKingsley@msn.com Maria-Kingsley.com Are you emotionally overwhelmed, feeling emptiness, pain or anger running you? You can be free and choose better feelings with this energy technique. It can be combined well with hypnotherapy to reinforce positive thoughts and images in your mind. Schedule your session today.

ENERGY WORK BRIGHT WAY WELLNESS

Michelle Cardenas, RMT 520-549-4800 BrightWayWellness@outlook.com BrightWayWellness.com “Think outside the bottle.”

Find healing the natural way.

Michelle listens to your needs then creates a custom session just for you. Specializing in stress relief and pain reduction using reiki, crystal/stone healing and Bio Touch.

Additional services available.

FERTILITY CLEAR BLOSSOM

Melanie Tyrrell, LMT, ESTI, CMLDT Manual Lymphatic Drainage 2001 W. Orange Grove Rd, Ste #308, 85704 520-954-7784 Melanie@ClearBlossom.com ClearBlossom.com Your uterus needs to be prepared and brought to optimal functionality before conception. Mercier Therapy is deep, pelvic-organ visceral manipulation where the reproductive organs are mobilized to restore natural blood flow and mobility. 87% success rate of conception within 12 months.

FLOTATION THERAPY CLOUD NINE FLOTATION

Float & Spiritual Healing Center 2118 S Avenida Planeta, 85710 520-668-4017 • FloatTucson.com Best of Tucson Weekly’s Alternative Health Centers! Cloud Nine Flotation offers true Sensory Deprivation in a quiet neighborhood, professional setting. One hour in a float tank, without all the outside distractions, just might be the most relaxing place you’ve ever been. Allow your mind to unwind, and reset. Two tanks available. See ad, page 19.

LEVITY FLOATATION & WELLNESS CENTER

2272 E Speedway Blvd, 85719 520-339-6674 •LevityRising.com Floatation therapy gives an experience of complete weightlessness as if one was in the womb or floating in space. We offer two float tanks to choose from, one of which offers easy access, is spacious and claustrophobic-free.

Additional services offered. See ad, page 19.

GLUTEN FREE GOURMET GIRLS GLUTEN FREE BAKERY/BISTRO 5845 N Oracle Rd, 85704 520-408-9000 GourmetGirlsGlutenFree.com Tues-Sun 7am-3pm, Fri-Sat 5-8pm

Do you have celiac disease or suffer from gluten intolerance? Visit Tucson’s only completely gluten-free bakery/bistro where you can enjoy breakfast, lunch or freshly baked treats in a relaxed and friendly environment, without worrying about cross contamination. Beer, wine, signature cocktails available. See ad, page 24.

GONG THERAPY REPLEVYN

Danielle Dvorak 847-323-9188 Danielle@Replevyn.com • Replevyn.com Meditate, do yoga, or relax while you bathed in sound and vibration that clears your energy field. Danielle is trained and certified through TibetanBowlsChool.com in the Tibetan Sacred Sound Healing tradition. Private sessions and group events (Gong Baths) are available.

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GREEN LIVING PIMA CLEANPRO L.L.C.

Carpet Cleaning, Tile & Grout, Upholstery, Area Rugs Serving Pima County & Surrounding Areas 520-954-2119 • PimaCleanPro@gmail.com PimaCleanPro.com Don’t steam your carpets, clean your carpets. Providing a low-moisture system that is: eco-friendly, unbeatable results, dries in about 1-2 hours, with no residue, longer carpet life for carpet, upholstery, area rugs, tile and grout. Reliable, on-time, answers the phone.

GREEN PRODUCTS A & E RECYCLED GRANITE

520-885-8970 - Tucson Metro 480-739-0234 - Phoenix Metro ROC # 305289 • AERecycledGranite.com Arizona’s eco-friendly manufacturer of recycled granite pavers, split stone tile veneer, subway tiles and fire pits. The locally crafted products add a unique, beautiful look to your home and business while keeping our planet’s mountains out of Arizona’s waste stream.

HAIR SALONS PROJEKK

UK Inspired Cuts, Organic Hair Color 204 W Grant Rd, 85705 520-331-9006 • ProjekkHair@yahoo.com Facebook: ProjekK Introducing Hnectar by O Way, the world’s first 2-in-1 holistic hair color infusion treatment.

Equal parts treatment and permanent color, the hair’s health actually improves with each use, as plant proteins and moisture are integrated into the hair’s structure. 3.

HEALTH SCREENING PROACTIVE HEALTH SOLUTIONS, LLC

Lynda Witt ACCT Certified Thermographer 520-235-7036 • ProactiveHealthSolutions.org Screening thermography has the opportunity to detect changes at any stage in the development of breast cancer, from the first year to when a tumor is dense enough to be seen with mammography. This early detection of change can lead to earlier diagnosis and better treatment options, as well as the opportunity for patients and their healthcare practitioners to intervene at an early stage with preventive treatment. See ad, page 3.

HEALTHY LIVING GLOBAL HEALTH AND WELLNESS GROUP Anne McKechnie 520-990-5268 TucsonExperts@gmail.com FamiliesWorkFromHome.com

Improving physical, environmental, financial and personal health are priorities for almost everyone. The Global Wealth and Wellness Group provides opportunities that help people balance these four aspects and thus improve a person’s overall quality of life. For a free consultation, call Anne at 520-990-5268.

ZACHARY SABER, LMT

WellnessFirst!​ 3861 N 1st Ave, 85719 520-209-1755 Zach@TFMND.Com • 3861WellnessFirst.com Learn to choose the right foods for you, how to heal your intestines, when to eat and more. Healing your intestine’s aides in healing Type 2 diabetes, obesity, sluggishness, sleeplessness, depression and lacking confidence. Added benefit is weight loss. See ad, page 3.

HOLISTIC HEALTH/ ALTERNATIVE HEALING ESSENTIAL ENERGY

Ethel Sidney 520-276-8201 Energy@EthelSidney.com EthelSidney.com Choose wellness and balance that are the keys for a healthy and fulfilling life. journey to wellness Let Reiki, doTERRA AromaTouch, and doTERRA Essential Oils support your journey! At Essential Energy, Etherl offers a path towards a balanced life: emotionally, spiritually and physically.

MASTER DIDGERIDOO AMBISONIC SOUND JOURNEY Allen Smith – Source Sound Healer C3 Sound Healing Studio 520-369-7396 RainbowDidge@gmail.com

Relax, release and realize transformation with the most powerful shamanic and sound healing tools available. Ancient wisdom meets modern tech with didgeridoo, gongs, large crystals, Tibetan singing bowls, Brain Entrainment and Ambisonic Audio. Options: Session recording and Schumann Resonance treatment.

TUCSON SAINTS DISPENSARY 112 S Kolb Rd, 85715 520-886-1003 TucsonSaints@gmail.com

Welcome to SAINTS, where we take pride in providing Arizona medical marijuana patients with the best cannabis, edibles, concentrates, and CBD products in Tucson. Our goal is to offer a safe, warm, educational, and memorable patient experience. Amenities include: easy parking, security at the door, and short wait times. We offer daily specials, new patient specials, and a discount to all veterans. See ad, page 43.

HORMONAL BALANCE LYDIE HORMONE YOGA

Lydie Vagnerova, Certified HY Teacher 520-822-7397 LydieHormoneYoga.com Hormone Yoga is a natural alternative approach to regulate hormone imbalances and to decrease undesirable side effects of menopause, PMS, PCOS, infertility, stress, anxiety, insomnia and hypothyroidism.

Hormone Yoga helps to balance metabolism, boost immunity and promote well-being.

HYPERBARIC OXYGEN THERAPY

IDENTITY THEFT PROTECTION EUGENE CARTER

Independent Agent, LegalShield Inc. 520-808-3068 EugeneCarter.org Legalshield provides a solution to the top consumer complaint with the FTC for 15 years. With Legalshield you and your family will have your financial accounts as well as drivers license, SSN, medical, character/ criminal identity, etc. monitored. With Legalshield, when a professional thief steals your identity, professional licensed investigators restore it.

INCENSE METAPHYSICS’ WORLD

2940 East 22nd St, 85713 520-327-7449 Open Monday-Friday, 10am to 7pm Metaphysics’ World carries over 200 different varieties of incense. If you love Nag Champa, we generally have it in stock – although it goes fast. We also have our own incense which we make that is only 10 sticks for $.77. See ad, page 7.

INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE INFUSION HEALTH

Dr. Kevin Wallace Dr. Zahara Sundermeyer 520-396-4866 • Info@InfusionHealth.org Integrative medicine allows each patient to be treated as an individual. We infuse conventional medicine and nature cure to obtain the best treatments. The doctors of Infusion Health specialize in environmental medicine, men’s health, women’s health and IV therapy.

LEVITY FLOATATION & WELLNESS CENTER

NORTHSTAR HYPERBARICS

TULA WELLNESS AND AESTHETICS

2272 E Speedway Blvd, 85719 520-339-6674 • LevityRising.com

Dr. Carol Henricks, MD 7598 N La Cholla Blvd, 85741 520-229-1238 • NorthStarHBOT.com

Levity Floatation & Wellness Center offers unique treatments such as: floatation therapy, halo therapy, massage, far infrared sauna, BioScan and Functional Diagnostic Nutrition (Functional Lab work). De-stress, alleviate physical pain, detox and get to the root of your aliments here at Levity. See ad, page 19.

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) saturates the body with oxygen, reducing inflammation and enhancing recovery from central nervous system injury including: traumatic brain injury, post-concussion syndrome, stroke, multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy, birth injury, autism, spinal cord injury, near drowning, anoxic brain injury and other conditions.

Tula Wellness and Aesthetics is Tucson’s premier wellness center.

Dr. Arianna and her staff specialize in integrative and functional medicine in the treatment of adrenal fatigue, leaky gut, autoimmune disorders, and thyroid disease. We also offer trigger point injections, peptide, and stem cell therapies. See ad, page 2.

Dr. Arianna Sholes-Douglas 2404 E River Rd, Ste 251, 85718 520-577-1129 Info@TulaWellnessMD.com TulaWellnessMD.com

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LEGAL PLANS EUGENE CARTER

Independent Agent, LegalShield Inc. 520-808-3068 EugeneCarter.org LegalShield Inc provides affordable access to law firms across the U.S. and Canada allowing small businesses and individuals the ability to receive legal advice, consultation, review of documents, court actions of a defensive nature, and more.

For over 40 years, LegalShield plan holders can say “No longer do you have to check your wallet before you check your rights.”

LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE CLEAR BLOSSOM

Melanie Tyrrell, LMT, ESTI, CMLDT Manual Lymphatic Drainage 2001 W. Orange Grove Rd, Ste #308, 85704 520-954-7784 Melanie@ClearBlossom.com ClearBlossom.com Manual Lymphatic Drainage is a light massage technique encouraging natural drainage of the lymphatic system to optimize health. Used with a variety of conditions such as Alzheimer’s Disease, autoimmune issues, concussions, lymphedema and more. Can be provided during and after pregnancy.

OM ORACLE MASSAGE LYMPHATIC THERAPY

Susan Couture, BSHA, CRC, LMT, LE, Cert. MLD/CDP 6818 N Oracle Rd #414, 85704 520-668-8731 • OracleMassage.com Pre- & Post-Surgery: Recover quickly from Aesthetic & Restorative surgeries. Reduce swelling, eliminate bruising, create new lymph connections sooner and heal faster.

Inflammation causes fibrosis; scars impede lymph flow.

Susan has been helping patients recover quickly for 23 years. See ad, page 18.

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MASSAGE CLEAR BLOSSOM

Melanie Tyrrell, LMT, ESTI, CMLDT 2001 W. Orange Grove Rd, Ste #308, 85704 520-954-7784 Melanie@ClearBlossom.com ClearBlossom.com Massage is great for the body and mind. It helps with headaches, muscle pain, relaxation, improves sleep, circulation and posture.

Offering one hour massages starting at $40.

SANTA RITA SPRINGS

Dorothy Richmond, LMT since 1983 2301 N Santa Rita Ave, 85719 Aquatic Massage • Jin Shin Jyutsu Craniosacral Therapy • Watsu Integrative Massage 520-990-1857 • SantaRitaSprings@gmail.com Water is life…80 minutes of Bliss.

Immersed in heavenly 96-degree saltwater inside our poolhouse, receive massage, shiatsu, energy work,great stretches, and flowing movement, and maybe Aquatic Cranial Sacral Therapy to deliciously unwind trauma and strain patterns. See ad, page 19.

MEDICAL MARIJUANA D2 DISPENSARY

East Tucson, 7105 E 22nd St, 85710 520-214-3232 D2Dispensary.com D2 Dispensary is east Tucson’s high-end medical marijuana facility and is the sister location to Downtown Dispensary. D2 features a contemporary and modern layout and is the only other dispensary in Tucson to carry iLava & MedLava products. See ad, page 39.

THE DOWNTOWN DISPENSARY

Parking Lot: 500 N 6th Ave, 85705 520-838-0492 • TheDowntownDispensary.com The Downtown Dispensary offers high-end and affordable cannabis products to Tucson’s medical marijuana patients.

Our flower and extracts are made in Tucson and are tested for safety and potency. We also carry edible products made by other AZDHS licensed facilities. See ad, page 39.

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EARTH’S HEALING DISPENSARY North • 78 W River Rd, 85704 520-395-1432 South • 2075 E Benson Hwy, 85714 520-373-5779 • EarthsHealing.org

We believe in the healing power of Mother Nature to make the best medicine. Our dispensary provides safe, compliant, and reliable cannabinoid therapeutics and we strive to give our patients the most innovative and effective products available. Call today for information on how to become a medical marijuana patient. See ad, page 35.

NATURAL HEALING CARE CENTER 2230 E Speedway, Ste 140, 85719 520-323-0069 NaturalHealingCareCenter.com

We’re a Holistic Wellness Center that focuses on alternative medicine and specializes in Cannabis education, coaching and consulting. We help patients obtain their Medical Marijuana Card in AZ and also assist them in finding the right products to help their needs.

Cannabis has been used as medicine for thousands of years and not one person has ever died from over consumption, ever! See ad, page 45.

TUCSON SAINTS DISPENSARY 112 S Kolb Rd, 85715 520-886-1003 TucsonSaints@gmail.com

Welcome to SAINTS, where we take pride in providing Arizona medical marijuana patients with the best cannabis, edibles, concentrates, and CBD products in Tucson. Our goal is to offer a safe, warm, educational, and memorable patient experience. Amenities include: easy parking, security at the door, and short wait times. We offer daily specials, new patient specials, and a discount to all veterans. See ad, page 43.

TUMBLEWEEDS HEALTH CENTER 4826 E Broadway Blvd, 85711 520-838-4430 Open: Monday-Friday, 10-6pm Saturday, 10-3pm

Voted #1MEDICAL Certification ARIZONA MARIJUANA CenterCERTIFICATIONS 3 years in a

BEST PRICE GUARANTEE row, Tumbleweeds LOCAL * VET * WOMEN OWNED NEWis ORArizona’s RENEWAL Health Center premier cannabis $ VOTED #1 CERTIFICATION CENTER ALL FEES INCLUDED 3 YEARS IN A ROWdedicated

BY TUCSON WEEKLY certification, health and education center VETERAN & SNAP DISCOUNT AVAILABLE to providing the most current information about 520-838-4430 TumbleweedsHealthCenter.com 4826 E Broadway Blvd medical marijuana and the Arizona Medical Marijuana Act (AMMA). See ad, page 41.

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MEDICAL SPA PAMPERED SKIN STUDIO

Dr. Suzanne Pear, RN, PhD, LE, COE 5160 E Glenn St, Ste 150, 85712 520-400-8109 PamperedSkinStudio.com At the Pampered Skin Studio, Dr. Suzie personally provides customized treatments including facials with microdermabrasion, microcurrent and LED, peels, microneedling, facial fillers, Botox and Novathread non-surgical facelifts. Minor skin irregularity treatment and electrolysis are also available. Specializing in adult and teen acne as well as sensitive and ethnic skin issues. See ad, page 4.

MENTAL HEALTH SERENITY FIRST COUNSELING Joan M. Silver, LMFT 170 N La Canada Dr, Ste 30C, 85614 520-398-7272 Joan@SerenityFirstCounseling.com

Joan Silver is licensed with the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health since 2005. Her clinical background as an MFT is to provide counseling with a focus that is social and relationship based to individuals (adolescents, teens, adults), couples, and families. Ms. Silver works with clients on personalized treatment plans to reach the goals they set.

METAPHYSICS COMMUNITY OF LIGHT

Far Horizons East Main Clubhouse 520-339-2038 TheCommunityOfLight.org Metaphysical and Spiritual gathering of Light and Energy workers for healing, enlightenment and growth.

Every Wednesday we offer Pathways to Metaphysics Classes from 7-8pm. Friday Healing and Message Circle from 12:30-1:30 and Sunday Service from 11am to 12:15pm. See ad, page 8.

METAPHYSICS’ WORLD

2940 East 22nd St, 85713 520-327-7449 Monday-Saturday, 10am to 7pm Metaphysics’ World carries a large range of products: crystals, rocks, meteorites, incense, oils, oil sprays, soaps, books, music, greeting cards, clothing, fossils, ear candles, tarot cards, charts, etc. Check us out Saturdays at 10am when we have our weekly silent auction. See ad, page 7.

NATUROPATHIC MEDICINE AIMEE GREGORIE BACHELIER Purity of Life Naturopathic Physician 520-909-0703 PurityOfLife.com

If you seek relief from symptoms of chronic disease, need solutions to your aching joints, are living with a terminal illness, or seeking wellness, let Purity of Life be your guide. Natural Medicine for Healthy Living. Se Habla Español. House Calls by appointment only. See ad, page 41.

DR. DEEANN SABER, NMD WellnessFIRST! 3861 N First Ave, 85719 520-209-1755 3861WellnessFirst.com

Dr. Saber is a primary care naturopathic physician who specializes in endocrinology and functional medicine. Using science-based information as well as your personal symptoms, we will together find the best way to optimal health. See ad, page 3.

WHOLISTIC FAMILY MEDICINE Dr. Lance Morris 2310 N Wyatt Dr, 85712 520-322-8122 WFMedicine@gmail.com ResonantSoundTherapy.com

Dr. Morris treats all conditions, pediatric through geriatric, emphasizing “nature cure” to heal mind, body and spirit.

Developer of Resonant Sound Therapy. See website for more information. See ad, page 32.

PERMANENT MAKEUP A LASTING TOUCH SALON

Yvette Dwornik 5350 E Broadway Blvd, Ste 162, 85711 520-869-5593 ALastingTouchSalon.com YDwornik@yahoo.com Artist Yvette Dwornik offers beautiful, natural looking permanent makeup. 20 years of experience. Eyebrow, eyeliner and full lip color procedures.Virtually painless, hand method technique to ensure your comfort. Physician recommended. Call to schedule a free consultation See ad, page 8.

PHYSICAL THERAPY JEAN READ, PT

956-566-5443 LiveYurPassion@gmail.com IAHP.com/Jean-Read Jean is a physical therapist of 30 years, using a variety of manual techniques to treat conditions that have not responded well to traditional physical therapy.

Treatment may include craniosacral therapy, deep dry needling, kinesiotaping, visceral manipulation, lymphatic drainage therapy, private physical therapy, and hot stone myofascial work.

See ad, page 19.

PSYCHIC READER METAPHYSICS’ WORLD

Psychic Readers available daily in store 2940 East 22nd St, 85713 520-327-7449 Monday-Friday, 10am to 6:30pm Metaphysics’ World has one or two readers available each day. Rates: 15 mins/$20, 30 mins/$35, 60 mins/$60.

Readings available on a first-come, first-serve basis.

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QIGONG MARK FRIGHETTI

ZY Qigong Teacher/Practitioner Desert Milagros 3438 N Country Club 520-404-8745 The Qigong practice focuses your awareness inward, to accept who you are, all of you.

To realize you are a divine being full of love, joy and compassion. To move you in ways that lift the spirit.

REFLEXOLOGY BAREFOOT DREAMS REFLEXOLOGY

Cheryl Foster, Board Certified Reflexologist 2230 E. Speedway Blvd, Ste. 100, 85719 520-345-4554 Cheryl@BarefootDreams.net BarefootDreams.net Reflexology is a profoundly restorative practice that works directly with the nervous system to release stress on many levels. Cheryl’s 25 years as a yoga teacher and Nationally Board Certified reflexologist give her vast resources for working gently and powerfully.

See ad, page 19. being full of love, joy and compassion. To move you in

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RESTAURANTS CLAIRE’S CAFE & ART GALLERY 16140 N Oracle Rd, Catalina, 85739 520-825-2525 ClairesCafe.net

Claire’s Cafe & Art Gallery serves home-cooked breakfasts and lunches daily, 7am-3pm.

Vegetarian, gluten-free and other dietary needs are easily accommodated. The gallery includes original artwork, jewelry, leather goods and greeting cards. See ad, page 5.

SARAH’S SCHOOL FOR SPEECH IN SONG

Sarah Evans Individual and Group Lessons 520-661-6666 • SpeechInSong@gmail.com Facebook.com/SchoolForSpeechInSong/ Learn gentle therapeutic exercises to release your singing voice. We open to the etheric tone with our breath and release it as sound. This service produces relaxation and begins the journey of unveiling the voice for those who have longed to sing. Sing and be happy!

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Do you have celiac disease or suffer from gluten intolerance? Visit Tucson’s only completely gluten-free bakery/bistro where you can enjoy breakfast, lunch or freshly baked treats in a relaxed and friendly environment, without worrying about cross contamination. Now serving dinner on Friday and Saturday. Beer, wine, signature cocktails available. See ad, page 24.

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Every Wednesday we offer Pathways to Metaphysics Classes from 7-8pm. Friday Healing and Message Circle from 12:30-1:30 and Sunday Service from 11am to 12:15pm. See ad, page 8.

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Learn meditation and other practical methods to cultivate mental peace in your daily life.

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Information on and sharing of NDEs and other transformative experiences. Open to public; everyone has experiences worth sharing. Guest speaker series on 2nd Thursday (Oct – May); small groups on 3rd Thursday each month, 6:30pm at St Francis in the Foothills United Methodist Church.

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VISCERAL MANIPULATION is a light touch technique relieving tension in the tissues most often in the abdomen and chest. Releasing tension in the tissues around and within the organs often improves circulation, function, decreases pain, calms the nervous system, brings one into a deep state of relaxation. Northwest Tucson. Jean Read, PT, 956-566-5443.

ZY QIGONG: The Inner Smile meditation. An Ancient Practice that gives the whole body a relaxed and well loved feeling that that changes you to an energetic being. Mark Frighetti 520-404-8745, ZYQigongAZ.com/index.html.

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