September 2025 Natural Awakenings Tucson Edition

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This month’s issue dives into one of my favorite topics—gut health! As the saying goes, health begins in the gut. A healthy gut supports a healthy mind, and together they shape the way we experience daily life. That’s why I’m thrilled we get to explore so many ways to nurture and restore gut health in these pages.

Inside, you’ll discover tips on foods that help create a flourishing microbiome, along with yoga poses and mindfulness practices designed to soothe and support digestion. When we take an integrative approach to caring for our bodies, we set the stage for happier bellies, clearer minds, and more vibrant lives.

As we shift into fall, I encourage you to slow your pace and gently integrate all that summer has given you. The season seemed to fly by for our publishing team, and I find myself looking forward to moments of peaceful solitude. Brew tea in your favorite mug, open your journal, and let your thoughts spill onto the page. Take long, unhurried walks and allow yourself to notice life’s details—the shapes of the clouds, the changing hues of the trees, the songs of the birds. In the stillness, renewal happens.

We’re also delighted to highlight the incredible work of our advertising partners this month. Read more about Sacred Journeys’ ketamine-assisted therapy alongside a variety of integrative health services (see news brief on page 7). Transformational Medicine invites you to their Medicine Day on September 15, where you can explore non-invasive treatments like Emsella and Emsculpt—innovations that strengthen muscles, aid healing, and enhance overall well-being. Don’t miss the opening reception of A Gorgeous Excitement, a group exhibition at the historic Steinfeld Warehouse Gallery & Studios (both featured on page 8).

For those seeking simple yet powerful practices, be sure to check out Energy in Motion by Ken Reader on page 12. His tools for daily healing can take as little as two minutes a day—small shifts with big impact. And ladies, if you’re feeling stuck or yearning for more, Deb Beroset’s inspiring piece, You’ve Never Been More Ready (page 10), is one you won’t want to miss.

This September, let’s nourish our guts, calm our minds, and open our hearts to the subtle gifts of the season.

To your wellness and joy,

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Sacred Journeys Offers Holistic Path to Healing

Sacred Journeys Center for Integrative Medicine and Psychedelic Therapies in Tucson offers a compassionate, wholeperson approach to emotional and spiritual well-being. The center blends naturopathic medicine with advanced trauma resolution techniques and ketamine-assisted psychotherapy to help clients heal at the deepest level.

At the heart of Sacred Journeys is Dr. Tim Frank, NMD, a licensed naturopathic physician with more than 30 years of experience in mind-body medicine and emotional trauma work. His expertise in psycho-neuroimmunology shapes an integrative approach that combines functional medicine with guided ketamine therapy, creating the potential for rapid, transformative breakthroughs.

The center’s six-session ketamine-assisted psychotherapy program is paired with integrative counseling, giving clients tools to process and anchor new insights. “Unlike standard talk therapy, this process facilitates accelerated healing by accessing subconscious emotional patterns and restoring nervous system balance,” Frank says.

Additional offerings—including hyperbaric oxygen, NAD+ and B-vitamin IVs, acupuncture, sound healing and personalized lifestyle coaching—nurture the body, mind and spirit, supporting balance and resilience.

Sacred Journeys’ philosophy is rooted in the belief that every person holds the capacity to heal. In a safe and supportive environment, clients are guided toward releasing long-held pain and rediscovering a renewed sense of vitality and purpose.

“If you’re ready to release long-held emotional pain and reclaim your vitality, Sacred Journeys offers an innovative and compassionate path forward,” adds Frank.

Dr. Tim Frank specializes in psychoneuroimmunology and emotional trauma resolution. Location: 2028 E. Prince Rd., Tucson. For more information, visit SacredJourneys-Medicine.com or call 520-991-4568. See ad, page 3.

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Transformational Medicine invites the community to a special Demo Day being held on September 15 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Tucson. Guests can explore Emsella and Emsculpt—two innovative, non-invasive treatments that strengthen muscles, support healing, and improve overall well-being. Emsculpt helps tone and sculpt the body by targeting key muscle groups, while Emsella strengthens the pelvic floor to help resolve incontinence, aid in ED recovery, and reduce pain in the hips, low back and sacrum. Both treatments deliver results in just 30 minutes per session.

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‘A Gorgeous Excitement’ Opening Reception

This October, the historic Steinfeld Warehouse Gallery & Studios hosts A Gorgeous Excitement, a major group exhibition celebrating 27 of Southern Arizona’s most accomplished visual artists. Curated by regional arts advocate Paul Gold, the show offers an exciting mix of painting, sculpture, installation and mixed media that reflects the energy and depth of Tucson’s contemporary art scene.

The opening reception on Saturday, October 4, from 4 to 8 p.m., includes live piano music by Matias Naiman and a rare opportunity to explore the open studios of more than two dozen Steinfeld artists, available to the public that evening only. Attendees will get the chance to meet artists, see work in progress, and experience the raw creative force of this unique arts hub.

Steinfeld Warehouse, originally built in 1907, is one of Tucson’s most iconic industrial buildings and now serves as a vital center for working artists and exhibitions.

This vibrant celebration of Tucson’s creative spirit continues with gallery hours on Saturdays, October 11, 18 and 25, from 12 to 4 p.m., including two special artist talks: Shirley Wagner on October 11 and Mark Rossi on October 18. All artwork is for sale and supports both the artists and the nonprofit Steinfeld Gallery.

Steinfeld Warehouse Gallery & Studios is located at 101 W. 6th St. in Tucson. For more information visit Steinfeld Warehouse.org.

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Social Dance Heals

by Krystyna Parafinczuk

Social dance is more than just a night of fun—it’s a joyful prescription for better health. Combining lively music, social connection, and a full mind-body workout, this uplifting activity has been shown to boost emotional well-being, motivation, memory and even ease depression. An Australian study published in Sports Medicine (January 25, 2024) found that dancing can improve emotional well-being, depression, motivation, social cognition and some aspects of memory. Additionally, it is widely documented that dance improves cardiovascular health and can help manage conditions such as osteoporosis, dementia and Parkinson’s disease, to name a few.

Unlike many workouts, social dance offers a unique sense of belonging. The “therapy” happens in community—on the dance floor partners exchange smiles, laughter and energy, creating a rhythm that supports both body and spirit. With its focus on partnering, the social connectedness makes it a lifelong activity that people of all ages can enjoy.

For the healing process to begin you need to learn the basics. Pima Community College’s Fitness and Wellness program offers a social dance course each fall and spring semester at its West Campus Dance Studio located at 2202 West Anklam Road in Tucson. Students are introduced to a variety of dance styles and provided with many opportunities to practice with local dancers and instructors.

Registration is open at pima.edu. Enroll in Ballroom/Latin Dance (FAW112 F1). PCC offers a 50 percent tuition discount for students aged 55 and older. This is a one credit course.

Krystyna Parafinczuk, MDE, dance educator, researcher and advocate has been a PCC dance instructor since 2005. For a list of affordable dance socials in Southern Arizona, contact KParafinczuk@pima.edu or call 520-743-1349.

You’ve Never Been More Ready

by Deb Beroset

Maybe you’ve felt it. Standing at the sink, staring out the window, the hum of daily life all around you—and beneath it, that tug. That low-grade restlessness that says, there’s more for me than this.

You don’t announce it out loud. You might not even let yourself dwell on it. But it shows up in flashes: when a song on the radio makes your chest ache, when you wake at 3 a.m. staring at the ceiling, when you see someone else make a bold move and wonder, why not me?

That’s the whisper. And no matter how much you try to tamp it down, it doesn’t go away.

Most of us have been conditioned to ignore it. We’ve been trained to keep moving, to prove ourselves, to stay grateful for what we have and not rock the boat. We tell ourselves we’re fine. We tell ourselves it’s too late. We fill our calendars, keep the lists going, and wait for “someday”—when the kids are launched, when the work slows down, when the house is in order. Then, maybe, we’ll live differently.

But another year slips by, and the whisper is still there.

Here’s what I want you to know: you’ve never been more prepared than you are right now. Every twist, every heartbreak, every hardwon lesson has seasoned you. This isn’t about second chances— this is prime time. Think about it: you’ve survived storms you once thought would take you under. You’ve learned the difference between what looks good from the outside and what actually nourishes your soul. You’ve carried others, and now you finally know the weight and worth of carrying yourself.

That restlessness you feel isn’t a problem to fix; it’s a signal. It’s your body, your heart, your life itself saying: now. And here’s the kicker: you don’t even know yet what you can do. You’ve barely scratched the surface of your own brilliance.

What we need in that moment isn’t another five-year plan or a productivity hack. We need space. A safe container. Somewhere we can let the old stories unravel and begin listening again to what feels true.

That’s why I created Soul Care Masterclass. It’s five weeks that feel less like a class and more like a sacred little rebellion—a circle where women come alive again. Together, we clear space for what’s next, refill the creative well, and remember what it feels like to be enchanted with our own lives. Not someday. Now.

And here’s the thing: when you gather with other women who are ready for more, something exponential happens. Your spark gets fanned into flame. You see yourself reflected in their courage, and they see themselves reflected in yours. Transformation that might have taken years on your own begins to accelerate, because you’re no longer walking the path alone.

You don’t have to show up with a polished vision. You don’t have to know exactly what’s next. You just have to trust what you feel—that tug, that whisper, that quiet insistence that there’s more for you.

The story you tell yourself about this season of life becomes the compass you travel by. Call it decline, and you’ll shrink. Call it possibility, and whole new worlds open. You’ve never been more prepared to choose which story becomes true.

Deb Beroset is the founder of It’s Time For Moxie, offering coaching, community and retreats for women who dare to live their dreams. She leads the Soul Care Masterclass, the entry point to Moxie’s powerful Path of Wild Growth. Learn more at ItsTimeForMoxie. com. See ad, page 12.

Energy in Motion

Simple Practices for Daily Healing

by Ken Reader

Taking a few moments each day to truly listen to the body can be one of the most powerful self-healing practices available to us. Just two minutes in the morning, at bedtime, or during breaks throughout the day can help the mind, body and spirit reconnect and return to a state of homeostasis—a natural balance where healing can occur.

When we set aside outside distractions—such as phones, computers, traffic and constant demands—we open ourselves to the universal energy that surrounds and flows within us. Simply following the inhale and noticing where it travels in the body, then observing the exhale, can shift our state of mind and deepen our awareness. Our thoughts, when nurtured toward positivity,

influence not only our own well-being but also our work, relationships and family life.

Mind-body practices like breathwork, yoga, tai chi, qi gong or mindful walking can help restore equilibrium. Pairing these with moments of intentional stillness rejuvenates the spirit, sharpens focus, and fosters presence in both professional and personal settings. Music tuned to healing frequencies—such as those played on singing bowls or tuning forks—can further harmonize our energy field and promote inner peace.

Holistic approaches, including naturopathic, Ayurvedic and homeopathic care, also support the body’s natural ability to heal and recover. Over time, regular attention to balance and breath increases

our sensitivity to low-vibration situations, making it easier to choose what uplifts us. This shift in presence is felt by others, inspiring more intentional living all around.

As the saying goes, “Energy flows where attention goes.” The more we focus on what we wish to cultivate, the more that energy grows in our lives. Even the body’s nervous system can benefit—resetting the vagus nerve can help us move from a constant fight-or-flight state into the parasympathetic “rest-and-digest” mode where true healing happens.

Working with a trained therapist in sound healing or other energy-based modalities can create a deeply restorative space that not only supports personal well-being but also ripples outward to positively affect others.

A simple guiding mantra: “Don’t look with your eyes—let that go. Look inside to find the answers.”

Location: The Right Touch Massage Therapy at 3958 E Fort Lowell Rd in Tucson, 520-3267675. Connect with Ken Reader, LMT by cell at 520-230-9103, by email at NowRadiance@ gmail.com or by visiting RightTouchMassage Therapy.com.

Ken Reader Practicing with Sound Bowls and Tuning Forks

Oral Health Benefits of Yoga

Surprising Ways to Improve a Smile

by Marlaina Donato

An estimated 42 percent of adults aged 30 and above are affected by periodontitis, commonly known as gum disease. For some, the condition manifests as mild, reversible gingivitis, while others experience a more progressive form that can lead to bone loss.

Beyond its effects in the mouth, gum disease is strongly associated with chronic inflammatory conditions such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes and arthritis. A study conducted by the University of Toronto in 2020 found that the body’s immune response to gum disease can trigger a hyper-inflammatory response that can negatively impact healthy tissues and organs.

Good oral hygiene and regular cleanings with a dental professional are the principle ways to prevent and treat gum disease. However, new findings suggest that stress management techniques such as mindfulness and yogic practices, combined with conventional treatments, may be the future of whole-body periodontal care and another good reason to get on the yoga mat.

Research published this year in BMC Oral Health reported that elevated levels of the stress hormone cortisol may impact periodontal health by making the gums more susceptible to infection and inflammation. Stress may also lead to lapses in oral hygiene.

Benefits of Yoga

“In itself, inflammation isn’t a bad thing—it’s how the body protects and heals itself after injury, illness or exposure to harmful substances. But when that inflammatory response doesn’t turn off due to physical or emotional stress, the body stays in a constant state of defense, even when there’s no real threat present,” explains yoga teacher Jamie LiCausi, owner of Empowered Alignment

Holistic Healing Hub, in Hawley, Pennsylvania. “Many of us live in a constant state of low-grade stress without even realizing it. Yoga isn’t just about finding your zen; it quite literally rewires your nervous system to help you handle stress differently.”

A 2023 systemic review published in the Journal of International Society of Preventive and Community Dentistry found promising potential for yoga to improve periodontal health by reducing systemic stress reactions and periodontal disease risk factors such as diabetes and hypertension.

Dr. Amy Dayries, an integrative dentist in Roswell, Georgia, and host of KnoWEwell’s monthly online show, Healthcare From Your Dentist’s Chair, asserts that yoga can reduce stress-induced teeth grinding, mouth breathing and poor posture promoted by modern lifestyles. Relying on mouth breathing rather than nose breathing can lead to sleep apnea, dry mouth and a misaligned bite, which, if left untreated, may cause tooth decay and gum disease. “Dentally speaking, we see increases in gum inflammation and increased cavity risk because the oral microbiome changes as the body chemistry changes in a stressed state,” she remarks, adding that stress chemicals can remain elevated for many years after the initial stressful event.

The tongue can also play a critical role. According to Dayries, we usually have a low tongue posture (resting on the floor of the mouth instead of the roof) when we slouch, and this bad habit can ramp up the sympathetic nervous system, thereby triggering stress. She recommends a variety of yoga exercises, including hatha yoga tongue exercises, as part of a patient's dental treatment plan to ease muscle and emotional tension, support stronger posture and decrease mouth breathing. Such exercises may include placing the tip of the tongue against the roof of the mouth behind the top front teeth, suctioning the rest of the tongue flat against the roof of the mouth, closing the mouth and breathing through the nose.

The Power of the Breath

Pranayama yoga and diaphragmatic breathing can reset the nervous system in a gentle way. “Many of us breathe shallowly into the chest, which means the lower parts of the lungs—the areas where air can become stagnant—don’t get fully ventilated. Over time, that stagnant air holds onto carbon dioxide and other waste gases,” says LiCausi. “When we breathe deeply using the diaphragm, we help move that stale air out. Fresh oxygen circulates through the lungs, nourishing the body, while each exhale clears out toxins and waste.”

Marlaina Donato is an author, musician and painter. Connect at WildflowersAndWoodSmoke.com. Krakenimages.com/Shutterstock

Dayries advises that yoga helps us to counterbalance modern lifestyle activities that promote a forward posture. “This is because yoga is centered around one’s breath and holding postural stances, wringing out the lymphatic system through stretching, strengthening and asanas [body postures].” Most of all, she points out, even when oral health problems are in motion, such as gum disease, there is hope to halt things where they are, even if some bone loss is evident. “It is never too late to implement healthy changes,” she says.

Harvesting a Legacy: The School Garden Workshop Program

by Suzie Agrillo

Robert “Bobby” Delano Gentry was a quintessential renaissance man—a lover of the arts, an artist, a teacher, a dedicated cook, and a master gardener. Bobby passed away in 2024, and yet he has left an enduring legacy for all that he cherished in our community. His wife, Norma Gentry, is creating a distinctive garden memorial to keep his spirit alive.

Gentry is partnering with the University of Arizona (UA) School Garden Workshop, a program that has taught countless Tucson Unified School District (TUSD) students over the

years to learn, plant, nurture and harvest the rewards of their labor. The workshop utilizes UA student interns as mentors. They are creating a substantial new garden adjacent to Mansfeld Middle School, which will be named Bobby’s Garden.

Thanks to the many generous donations from their friends in Tucson and all over the country, almost $20,000 has been raised to build the garden in Bobby’s honor. “There could be no greater tribute for continuing Bobby’s legacy of sharing knowledge and the joy of gardening with others,” says Gentry. “Every time we had kids in our house, he’d take them to the garden. He would be so happy about sharing the garden with them. Gardening teaches children so many lessons.”

The workshop uses gardening as the focal point of a holistic strategy to build a healthy community. Bobby’s Garden will be an integral part of the School Garden Workshop’s expansion project, which has already received an impressive $1 million pledge from the Sprouts Healthy Community Foundation—earning it the nickname “Sprouts House.”

The Sprouts House will serve as the School Garden Workshop program headquarters, the school gardens culinary education center, and food literacy hub. It is also envisioned as the regional and national professional development training center for training teachers. Moses Thompson, Director of the School Garden Workshop, shares, “When we combine inspired university students with motivated classroom teachers, school garden magic happens.”

Focused on underserved schools, the School Garden Workshop helps alleviate food scarcity while empowering students with practical skills in gardening and healthy eating. The program goes beyond the garden, providing meal kits for kids, field trips, culinary lessons, and training for educators to weave gardening into their classroom curriculum.

Robert "Bobby" Gentry in His Last Garden. Depoe Bay, Oregon, Summer of 2023

Q & A With Moses Thompson,

Director of the UA School Garden Workshop

You started as a counselor at Manzo School on the west side of Tucson. What was the impetus to make the switch to gardener?

In 2006, I was hired by Manzo Elementary School in Barrio Hollywood as a school counselor. I discovered that traditional counseling in my office with the tools at my disposal felt inauthentic, and they were not helping me. I was struggling to connect to the students and the community. While working with the school student council, we decided to start a garden as a service project.

Once I started gardening together with kids, things took off like wildfire. The counseling was less forced, and the conversation was richer in this context. The traditional way of counseling created a stigma for kids in crisis. With gardening, counseling went from being a stigma to becoming a privilege. We teach students the benefits of connecting with nature through a therapeutic lens.

I also discovered that the gardens were a powerful way to build relationships with and to engage in the community in a way they were excited about. We feel like we tapped into their heritage—agriculture and gardening, the heritage that’s been in Tucson for a really long time—especially in neighborhoods like Barrio Hollywood.

When did you form a collaboration with the School Garden Workshop?

In 2012, there really were two institutions that came together. I connected with Sallie Marston, who was training interns at the UA to support school gardens at other schools, not Manzo, and we joined forces for a couple of years.

Then, in 2014 she brought me over to the university, which has a formal partnership with TUSD. TUSD provides staff funding so we can train and inspire the teachers to embrace the program concept. The university provides the intern support. We put those two things together, and that’s the secret sauce that sustains the gardens.

I understand that gardening was an important part of your life growing up in metropolitan Phoenix. How did your father influence your love of gardening?

It’s interesting, because even as a city kid, I recall that every night my father would come home from work, crack a beer, and go outside. He would water things and commune with nature in our backyard garden while we watched the sunset. As a young kid, he would give me tasks to perform. He loved planting and growing things, and it made such an impression on me that now producing things is part of my DNA.

How does Bobby’s Garden fit into Mansfeld Middle School’s Sprouts House Garden expansion?

Mansfeld Middle School has been a strategic school site for our program. Kids from elementary schools like Manzo and other schools with robust gardens go to Mansfeld. What we know from educational literature is that middle school is really a defining

moment in the life of a K-12 student— where students solidify how they see themselves, when self-perceptions are cemented. We felt it was critical to extend the school garden experience to middle schoolers. We were already in elementary and high schools, so Mansfeld was a missing link in our pipeline, a project we couldn’t accomplish without the support of donors.

We pitched the project to the Sprouts Healthy Communities Foundation. Their vision is entirely aligned with ours, so there is no disconnect between us. Not only have they donated $1 million, I could not pick a better private sector partnership for this work. They have been amazing to us, and we are really honored to have them support our expansion project.

Ray Flores, whose family owns Flores Concepts (El Charro) restaurants, has been providing support to our program for a long time—he’s always hustling for us. Fresh produce from the program gardens is featured

in their menu items, and they make packaged salsa with our produce.

After the stars aligned for us with Sprouts, he connected me with Norma Gentry. Norma had contacted him about a vision she had to create a garden in memory of Bobby. We met for lunch, and she told me about Bobby. The timing and spirit were perfect for the garden build we had on the horizon. She has raised the money for a flagship garden at Mansfeld, and has rights to the Named Gardens, (Bobby’s Garden). We’re excited to put his name and legacy on the garden at Mansfeld.

Funding has also been secured for the Named Community Classroom (Zuckerman Family Foundation) and the Named Garden Classroom (T.R. Brown Foundation). As we look to completely fund Sprouts House, our last piece of the financial puzzle is to find a $350,000 naming rights donor for the Culinary Education Center.

Which crops will you grow in Bobby’s Garden and where does the food go?

We’re lucky that the best growing season is September through March, a time frame when we have a captive audience of kids in school. We will grow lettuce, spinach, cabbage, kale, chard, Bok choy, broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, potatoes, beets, tomatoes, cilantro, fava beans and edible flowers.

We do food distribution and send meal kits home with students to prepare dinner for their families. Some of the harvest goes

Sprouts House Garden View

Sprouts House Birds Eye View

to the TUSD cafeterias. From time-to-time we will “sell” our produce at holiday markets on a donation basis. We also teach culinary cooking classes with the fruits and vegetables we grow.

You’ve gotten international recognition for your innovative work. What specifics about the execution of your vision do you attribute to your success?

I’ve always led with a mindset of abundance. The program has experienced tremendous growth, and there are now more than 70 active school gardens that are supported by the School Garden Workshop program.

The people around me, like Sallie Marston, the founder of the School Garden Project, and J.P. Jones, the former Dean and current advisory board member of the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences, have greatly contributed to our success. Ten years ago, they came up with the idea for a school garden workshop collaboration between the UA and TUSD which is now an internationally renowned model.

What is the most rewarding part of your job?

It’s always working with the kids in the garden. That’s hands down what brings me joy. As someone who’s developing as a leader, working with the staff and seeing staff become competent is now also bringing me so much joy. Our program opens doors and supports people in their life trajectory. I’m constantly looking for ways to increase our impact, like what Sprouts House is doing to raise the profile of the program.

What is the most challenging part of your job?

This is a chaotic time in history to do this work. No one should ever have to be hungry in our community. But financial threats to Medicaid could have a ripple effect that may result in cuts to free lunches for school children. And any monetary cuts to public education affect our program.

The School Garden Workshop receives support from the University of Arizona and the Tucson Unified School Districts, but largely operates like a nonprofit, and couldn’t do this work without the support of private foundations and donors.

We have purposefully chosen to expand our reach even further by taking on a huge fundraising endeavor for the Mansfeld Middle School Garden Workshop during this challenging time. We are fully committed to being intentional in order to rise to the challenge. I know that we’ll get where we need to be. The kids need this type of enrichment now more than ever.

To learn more about this educational project, visit SchoolGardens.arizona.edu/donate.

Suzie Agrillo is a freelance writer in Tucson and a frequent contributor to Natural Awakenings. She focuses on writing about the arts, inspirational people, and the human connection. Connect at SuzieInTheOldPueblo@gmail.com.

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2310 N Wyatt Dr, 85712 520-322-8122

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Yoga

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Gut Restorative Yoga

Poses That Bridge the Gut-Brain Axis

by Jordan Peschek, RN-BSN

The gut, often called the second brain, plays a pivotal role in not only digestion, but also immune function and mental well-being. With a growing body of research exploring the gut-brain axis, many are turning to yoga not just as a physical discipline, but as a therapeutic modality to support gut vitality.

Yoga traditionally involves eight components, including postures, breath control, concentration and meditation. The yoga postures can be practiced in many ways, from flowing sequences and strengthening postures to very slow stretches that can be held for minutes at a time, focusing on breath and meditation simultaneously.

The Science Behind the Stretch

Emerging evidence suggests that yoga may positively influence gastrointestinal health by modulating the autonomic nervous system. Through its emphasis on breathwork and relaxation, yoga activates the parasympathetic nervous system—often referred to as the rest-and-digest mode—helping to promote digestion and reduce stress, a known aggravator of gastrointestinal symptoms, such as those experienced with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).

A 2015 12-week, randomized, controlled trial published in the European Journal of Integrative Medicine demonstrated significant

improvements in IBS symptoms, anxiety, physical flexibility and autonomic function in patients practicing a gentle form of yoga compared to controls.

Yoga for Digestion

Certain yoga poses specifically support digestive function. According to the Indian yoga teacher B.K.S. Iyengar in his seminal book, Light on Yoga, twists such as ardha matsyendrasana (half lord of the fishes) and supta matsyendrasana (supine spinal twist) gently compress and massage abdominal organs, stimulating the movement of food through the digestive tract and encouraging waste elimination. Forward folds like paschimottanasana (seated forward bend) can soothe the nervous system while enhancing circulation to digestive organs.

Practicing viparita karani (legs up the wall) after meals may promote lymphatic drainage and calm inflammation, especially when paired with diaphragmatic breathing. Virasana (hero pose) after eating can also support digestion and, because the spine is upright in this posture, is ideal for those with acid reflux.

“When supporting clients with digestive concerns, I incorporate yoga postures and breathwork to encourage healthy, balanced digestion,” explains Katie Mullins Denk, a yoga instructor, Ayurvedic health counselor and owner of Moonflower Studio, in Brookfield, Wisconsin. “Apanasana (knees to chest) helps relieve gas and bloating; supta matsyendrasana (supine spinal twist), malasana (garland or yogi squat) and surya bhedana (right nostril breathing) help stimulate elimination. Lying on the left side after meals—a version of savasana (final rest or corpse pose)— supports digestion through rest and relaxation. These simple, intentional practices create space for healing from within.”

Mind-Gut Connection

Yoga’s impact extends beyond posture. Mindfulness practices such as pranayama (breath control) and dhyana (meditation) cultivate interoception—the ability to sense internal bodily states. This deepened awareness can promote healthier eating habits, support mindful digestion and reduce overeating. Mullins shares, “Uttanasana (standing forward fold), seated forward fold and nadi shodhana (alternate nostril breathing) help calm the nervous system.”

Chronic stress is a major disruptor of gut flora, and yoga has been shown to reduce cortisol levels, the primary stress hormone. A calm mind often translates into a calmer gut. Digestive health can be tied to the body’s natural circadian rhythm. By practicing sun salutations or flowing yoga postures in the morning, the metabolism is gently awakened, and by incorporating restorative yoga or stretches in the evening, we signal our body to wind down naturally.

An Integrative Approach

As an integrative tool, yoga complements both conventional and alternative therapies for gut health. It works synergistically with dietary modifications, probiotics and functional medicine interventions. For individuals navigating gastrointestinal disorders—from bloating and constipation to chronic conditions like Crohn’s disease— yoga offers a noninvasive, accessible practice with minimal side effects.

Yoga practice was found to improve constipation and sleep quality in a 2021 randomized, controlled trial with elderly adults published in the Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies. A 2019 systemic review and meta-analysis in the Journal of Psychosomatic Research found that mindfulness interventions including yoga reduced stress and improved depression and quality of life in participants with irritable bowel disease.

Gut vitality is foundational to overall wellbeing. Yoga, with its blend of movement, breath and mindfulness, offers a holistic path to digestive harmony. Whether practiced in a studio, on a living room floor or during a midday break, it invites each person to tune into their body’s wisdom and support the healing journey from the inside out.

Jordan Peschek has a background in personal training, yoga instruction and mental health nursing. She publishes the Milwaukee and Twin Cities editions of Natural Awakenings.

Balancing the Gut

Investing in Our Inner Ecosystem

by Hannah Tytus

“The gut is the first to encounter the universe, and it is the first line of defense between you and the universe,” says Dr. Madiha Saeed, a holistic, functional and integrative doctor in Naperville, Illinois, and director of education for Documenting Hope and KnoWEwell. Home to trillions of bacteria, fungi and other microbes, the digestive tract forms a complex ecosystem known as the gut microbiome, which influences many aspects of health.

Microbes perform numerous functions. They help break down food, produce essential nutrients, support the immune system and influence mood, cognition and overall well-being. Diet, stress, sleep, medications and environmental exposures shape the makeup of our gut microbiota, which, in turn, impact the body’s propensity for health or disease. Efforts to restore and nurture gut health offer opportunities for us to enhance our well-being through simple lifestyle changes.

Gut Microbiome Basics

The intestinal environment is constantly changing, with new microbes entering and others disappearing daily, creating a dynamic community of tiny organisms that is unique to every individual. Different species have specialized roles. For instance, Faecalibacterium prausnitzii lowers inflammation by nourishing gut cells, while Akkermansia muciniphila maintains the gut lining by breaking down mucus and supporting helpful bacteria. Each person hosts approximately 1,000 distinct microbial species, while humanity collectively harbors more than 10,000 species.

Like a garden, the gut microbiome contains a mix of helpful and harmful organisms. Beneficial microbes behave like healthy plants, supporting digestion, nutrient absorption and immune function. When cared for, these helpful organisms thrive, while also helping to keep harmful microbes (weeds) under control.

Our intestinal garden is shaped by how it is tended. Fiber-rich foods, fermented products and exposure to natural environments help nourish the good microbes, much like water, sunlight and compost nourish plants. By contrast, processed foods, excessive

sugar and unnecessary antibiotics can disrupt the balance and allow harmful microbes to take over.

Many people experience gut imbalance, or dysbiosis, without realizing it. The gut is highly sensitive to its environment, and everyday choices like processed foods, medications and chronic stress can quietly disrupt the inner balance, making it harder for beneficial microbes to thrive.

Medications. “Though some medications can save your life, they do come with a side disadvantage, so you need to weigh your risks versus the benefits when it comes to taking any medications,” Saeed advises, noting that antibiotics, for example, reduce microbial diversity and richness, causing short-term changes in the microbiome. While most people recover within two months, their microbiota diversity and productivity may remain low, and some people may experience longer-lasting disruptions.

Common painkillers called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as aspirin and ibuprofen can also interact with the composition and function of the gut microbiome. They inhibit microbial growth, induce microbial cell death and increase gut permeability. NSAIDs can also interact with gut microbes, thereby impacting how well the drug is absorbed.

Foods. The food we eat significantly impacts the microbiome’s composition and metabolism. “Real foods nourish the good bugs, while processed foods fuel the bad,” says Saeed. Diets high in processed foods, sugars and additives create a toxic load that disrupts bacterial balance and triggers inflammation, leading to chronic disease. Eating these kinds of ingredients on a consistent basis can slowly damage the gut, as harmful microbes crowd out beneficial species, weakening the intestinal ecosystem over time without immediate signs of distress.

Stress. Chronic stress is another gut health disruptor. Stress hormones can reduce beneficial bacteria such as Akkermansia muciniphila, which has been identified as a potential protector against obesity and Type 1 diabetes. Stress also encourages yeast overgrowth, leading to

inflammation and intensifying the stress response in a vicious cycle. Studies also show that stress, whether physical or perceived, can alter overall microbial composition.

A 2018 narrative review published in Frontiers in Microbiology analyzed existing preclinical studies and found that various psychological, environmental and physical stressors can alter gut microbiota composition and function. Furthermore, a 2023 systematic review published in Neuropsychobiology found that higher perceived stress was associated with lower microbial diversity and decreased abundance of beneficial genera such as Lachnospira, Veillonella and Phascolarctobacterium. Harmful bacteria like Methanobrevibacter rose in relative abundance in stressed individuals.

Signs of Imbalance

Indications of an unhealthy gut show up in various ways. Digestive issues such as bloating, gas and constipation often signal an imbalance. Fatigue, mood swings and skin conditions like acne or eczema may also be related to poor gut health. Unexplained weight changes, cognitive problems and food sensitivities may be caused by intestinal distress. A weakened immune system, trouble sleeping and bad breath can also indicate a need for gut support.

Repairing the Gut

Environmental factors influence the microbiome more than genetics, but when the gut has been harmed, Saeed explains, restoration takes more than just a probiotic.

Eat organic whole foods. “Food is medicine. Every bite can either help or hurt,” counsels Saeed, emphasizing the importance of daily food choices. Like humans, gut microbes need nourishment to thrive. When they eat well, human health flourishes. The typical Western diet is high in simple carbohydrates and fat, but low in fiber, offering little nourishment for beneficial microbes.

On the other hand, microbiota-accessible carbohydrates (MACs) such as legumes, root vegetables, fruits, nuts and seeds are essential for a diverse and resilient microbial community. Because MACs are not broken down by digestive enzymes, they are fermented by gut microbes, feeding and promoting the growth and activity of beneficial bacteria.

Choosing organic produce helps avoid synthetic pesticides and herbicides sprayed on produce to eliminate pests and weeds. These chemicals have been shown to negatively affect the gut microbiome and human health. “It’s best to eat local food that is not sprayed,” advises Dr. Patrick Hanaway, a board-certified functional medicine family physician, educator and chief medical officer of KnoWEwell.

Supplement wisely. Probiotics and prebiotics are vital for healing the gut. Probiotics, whether found in foods like yogurt and other fermented products or taken as supplements, introduce live bacteria into the body. Prebiotics act like fertilizer, feeding good bacteria and helping restore overall balance. Fiber-rich foods such as asparagus, bananas, garlic, onions, oats, apples and legumes naturally support a thriving gut ecosystem.

As Hanaway explains, “A probiotic is a live bacteria that can be ingested and move into the stomach and populate the body. A prebiotic is a component that helps feed the commensal [beneficial] bacteria in the gut. Probiotics are highly specific. They have great benefits for specific strains for

specific diseases in specific doses. Yet, the probiotic is a tourist; it doesn’t stay in the body. It’s great to have tourists in the economy, but if an economy becomes entirely dependent on tourism, it becomes a problem.”

When choosing supplements, quality matters. Due to limited regulations, it is best to purchase from reputable brands. Supplements in fillable capsules tend to have fewer fillers and more active ingredients. Vitamins and minerals are best absorbed from whole foods, so supplements should complement, not replace, a balanced diet.

Start a garden. Gardening increases the availability of fresh, fiber-rich, seasonal fruits and vegetables in the diet, but the very act of putting our hands in the dirt may also help increase the diversity of our gut microbiome. A 2022 cohort study of 19 families over one growing season by scientists at the University of Illinois and published in the journal Nature found that when compared to non-gardeners, families that grew plants and produce in their backyards had more gut bacteria linked to fiber fermentation, greater microbial diversity and even some

microbes in their guts that appeared to come from the soil. Families that gardened also ate more fiber-rich foods.

Commit to small actions. Healthy microbiomes grow with consistent care—not perfection—and even small lifestyle changes can build a more resilient ecosystem for better overall health. There is no magic bullet for healing the gut. The key is to commit one hour a week to health education and to small actions focused on rebuilding the inner ecosystem one change at a time.

“A strictly-diet approach isn’t the answer; a lifestyle approach is,” says Dr. Tom O’Bryan, an expert on food sensitivities, environmental toxins and the development of autoimmune diseases, as well as the host of the Regenerative Whole Health Show at KnoWEwell.com. “Dietary regimens can go only so far if something else persists, like mold in the house, high glyphosate levels or accumulated mercury in the body.” Addressing the macrocosm around us helps fix the microcosm inside us.

Indoor air filtration and water purification measures might be necessary to counteract an unhealthy indoor environment. Small changes like storing leftover food in glass rather than plastic can help keep harmful compounds out of the gut. Herbs such as chamomile and holy basil in diffusers and teas may aid the chronically stressed. Even simply chewing our food slowly, with mindfulness and gratitude, can help aid the digestion process.

The gut microbiome is a complex ecosystem that plays an essential role in overall health. Understanding what it is, what harms it and how to recognize signs of imbalance empowers us to take practical steps to restore and maintain gut health. By nourishing the microbiome with whole foods, managing stress, using supplements wisely and embracing small lifestyle changes, individuals can cultivate a resilient inner garden that supports well-being for life.

Hannah Tytus is a researcher and content creator for KnoWEwell, P.B.C. and former technical writer for the National Institutes of Health’s National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health.

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Calendar of Events

NOTE TO OUR READERS: All events were accurate at press time; we suggest confirming these details with the hosts before attending. Please check NaturalTucson.com to enter your events or find others.

Saturday, September 6

Energy Awareness Workshop – 10am-12pm. Are you sensitive to people and things around you? Would you like to learn techniques to strengthen your intuitive connection to energy? $30. Private Home in Tucson. Call Dawn Rataczak at 520-4257286 for further details.

Guided Relaxation & Crystal Singing Bowls –1:30-3pm. Unwind and recharge in this restorative workshop designed to create stillness, balance and inner peace. Led by Darlene Schaeffer, RYT-200. and Amanda Elias, RYT-200. $15. The Yoga Connection, 3929 E Pima. 520-323-1222. YogaConnection.org.

Sunday, September 7

Stress Free: Intro to Mindfulness Meditation and the Buddha Mind – 1-2:30pm. This workshop offers mindfulness, movement, breathwork, and energy practices to release limitations, nurture peace, and reconnect with your true Self. Led by Michael Pellegrino. No charge. The Yoga Connection, 3929 E Pima. 520-323-1222. YogaConnection.org.

Tuesday, September 9

Five Wishes of Yours – 4-5:30pm. Five Wishes clarifies your ‘wishes’ for advanced care. When areas are defined loved ones know what you want. Center for Spiritual Living Tucson via Zoom. Individual $100. Couple $175. FiveWishes.org. 520-319-1042. CSLT911@gmail.com. TucsonCSL.org.

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200-Hour Hatha Yoga Teacher Training Now Enrolling

Begins Saturday, September 13 • 6-9pm

The Yoga Connection is now accepting applications for the fall 200-hour Hatha Yoga Teacher Training. Hands-on training, tools and techniques leading to certification through the Yoga Alliance.

The Yoga Connection, 3929 E Pima St, 85712 Call/see website for details 520-323-1222, YogaConnection.org

Saturday, September 13

Tibetan-Style Gong Meditation – 4-5:30pm. Experience the potential and power of sound. This form of organic, non-electronic, sound offers many possibilities beyond what we might imagine. $30/session, Sol Member discount applicable. Sol Center Yoga Studio, 527 N Tucson Blvd. 520-628-9642. SolCenter.com.

Friday, September 19

Yin Yoga Immersion Weekend – Fri 9/19 to 9/21. Explore Yin Yoga’s anatomy, meridians, chakras, and sequencing to enhance mobility, deepen practice, and develop teaching skills. Open to students and teachers. Instructor: Joseph Moffitt, E-RYT 500 and YC. 12CEUs. $275. The Yoga Connection, 3929 E Pima. 520-323-1222. YogaConnection.org.

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Bio-Touch Practitioner Training

September 16 • 9am-4:30pm

Live / Online • 10 Hours of CE for nurses, doulas, and massage therapists

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Bio-Touch Meetup & Practice

September 13• 9am

5634 E Pima St, 85712

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Introductory Workshop

October 9 • 9am-1pm

5634 E Pima St, 85712

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Saturday, September 20

Energy Awareness Workshop – 10am-12pm. Are you sensitive to people and things around you? Would you like to learn techniques to strengthen your intuitive connection to energy? $30. Private Home in Tucson. Call Dawn Rataczak at 520-4257286 for further details.

Friday, September 26

Kirtan, an Evening of Chanting – 6:30-8:30pm. Devotional chanting leads to attunement with the cosmic vibration in the receiving station of your heart. Ananda Tucson Meditation Center, 1002 E. Prince Rd. AnandaTucson.org.

Sunday, September 28

Tibetan-Style Gong Bath – 1-2:30pm. Open your heart and feel into what it might need; then set intentions and allow the sound to support you in manifesting. $30 or $25/all access pass. The Yoga Connection, 3929 E Pima. 520-323-1222. YogaConnection.org.

Open Floor Movement – 4-5:30pm. There are no steps to learn and no experience required. Newcomers welcome. Bringing water is recommended. Many people dance barefoot, or wear soft, flexible shoes. $15 per person. Tucson Center for Creative Dance, 3131 N Cherry St. OpenFloor.org.

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Fall Yoga and Meditation Retreat

Thurs - Sun, October 2 -5

Yoga, meditation, gourmet organic vegetarian food, community, and reconnecting with nature, with plenty of "downtime".

Classes support all levels of practice. Holy Trinity Monastery Center St. David, 85630

Call for details: 520-323-1222 YogaConnection.org

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Desert Awakening –A Creative Heart Retreat

Sacred Brush: A Journey Through Heart, Sound & Silence

A Soulful 4-Day Desert Retreat at Tubac Ranch

October 2–5, 2025

With Uma Joy, Olivia Marie and Niccole Blaze

Paint, sing, and dance while enjoying the amenities of the Tubac Ranch.

No Experience needed. UmaJoyHealingArt.com/tubac-retreat

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Concert with Niccole Blaze

October 4 • 5pm

Special one-night-only show with Boise’s own Niccole Blaze. In an intimate setting, she’ll blend blues, folk rock, bluegrass, and country into a soulful, heartfelt performance. Come feel the magic! Tinyurl.com/Niccole-Blaze-Tubac

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First Saturday ArtWALK presents “A Gorgeous Excitement” Saturday, October 4 • 12-4pm Opening 4-8pm

Enjoy bold art by 27 Tucson artists, plus food, music and free parking. Artist talks: Shirley Wagner (Oct. 11), Mark Rossi (Oct. 18)

Steinfeld Warehouse Gallery & Studios 101 W 6th St, 85701 SteinfeldWarehouse.org

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Diaspora Showcase Africa

October 11 • 6-9pm

Experience the food, music, fashion, and dance of Africa at the award-winning annual show by Diaspora Showcase. The show pays homage to Africa's abundant culture in an evening you will not forget. Tickets begin at $99

PCC Proscenium Theatre 2202 W Anklam Rd, 85709

Info: Diaspora Showcase, 520-729-7771, DiasporaShowcase.com

Ongoing Events

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Warmpool Peaceful Floating – 10am-6pm. 90 min, by appointment. Wednesdays-Saturdays. Santa Rita Springs invites you to float in our indoor warm pool. $20/solo/duet; $35/3-5 guests. Santa Rita Springs, 2301 N Santa Rita Ave. Text: 520-990-1857. SantaRitaSprings@gmail.com. SantaRitaSprings.com.

Sunday

First Sunday Antique Vintage Fair – 8am-2pm. First Sunday. Over 100 vendors, great deals and a beautiful park. No better way to spend your Sunday. Medella Vina Ranch, 4450 S Houghton. 520-298-1983.

Meditation – 9-11am. Meditation: 9-10am; Service Reading: 10-11am. Paramahansa Yogananda, author of Autobiography of a Yogi. All welcome. No charge. Self-Realization Fellowship, Tucson Meditation Group, 1702 E Prince #140. 520-7926544. TucsonMeditationGroup.org.

Unity of Tucson Spiritual Center Sunday Celebration – 9:15-10:30am. Our purpose is to provide a safe, inclusive space for exploring New Thought principles to master understanding, find purpose and develop a spiritual path. Unity of Tucson Spiritual Center, 3617 N Camino Blanco. 520-577-3300. UnityTucson.com.

Worship Service: Casas Adobes Congregational Church – 9:30am. In-person and live streamed. Faith-centered, music-loving Christian congregation with a variety of worship and spiritual enrichment opportunities. No charge. Info@ CAUCC.org. CAUCC.org/Welcome/Natural.

Aldea Spiritual Community: Weekly Gathering – 10-11am. Enjoy music, meditation and a message on practical spirituality. Afterward, we offer optional discussions or activities. Childcare is available for preschoolers and up. No Charge. Aldea Spiritual Community, 8800 N La Cañada Dr. AldeaSpiritualCommunity.org.

Paramahansa Yogananda Teachings – 1011:30am. Come chant and meditate for at our Meditation Center on the 1st and 3rd Saturday. On the 1st and 3rd Sunday we stream a Sunday Service at noon. No charge. Ananda Tucson Meditation Center. 1002 E Prince Rd. AnandaTucson.org.

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Primordial Sound Meditation Course & Retreat

With Megan Dittman, Certified Chopra Institute Meditation Instructor

Retreat: November 6-9 at Hacienda Del Sol Guest Ranch

2.5 day Meditation course, yoga, meals, spa time.

Local Tucson Package available

6 Session Virtual Course

September 19 at 12pm EST 203-461-4477

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Center for Spiritual Living Tucson Sunday Celebration Service – 11am-12:15pm. With Rev. Rhonda Tretsven. An inclusive spiritual alternative offering spiritual solutions to everyday challenges. Meditation: 10:30am. By donation. CSL Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco. 520-319-1042. CSLT911@ gmail.com. TucsonCSL.org.

Channeled Readings – 1:30-3pm. Would you like to ask about a loved one who has passed over or seek counsel for your life’s journey? Group channel session, $10. Private sessions available, $40. Call Dawn Rataczak 520-425-7286 for further details. Private Home in Tucson.

Church of Mankind Services – 2-3:30pm. Services every Sunday at 2pm and Thursday at 7:30pm. We have scripture, laying on of hands healing and Holy Spirit Communication in every service. Church of Mankind, 1231 S Van Buren Ave.

Govinda's Sunday Feast and Bhakti Program –5:30pm. 7pm ten-course feast. Govinda’s Hare Krishna temple and vegetarian restaurant hosts a wonderful program. No charge. Govinda’s Natural Foods, 711 E Blacklidge. 520-792-0630. GovindasOfTucson.com.

Monday

WATSU Aqua Massage– 10am. With Katelyn Schombert. LMT. WATSU is aquatic bodywork combining warm water and shiatsu to unwind trauma, pain and stress. MossWATSU@gmail.com or text 520-627-5277 to schedule. Santa Rita Springs, 2301 N Santa Rita Ave. SantaRitaSprings.com.

Meaning & Mortality: Creative Conversation and Tucson Friendly & Fearless Death Café – 4:307pm. First Monday. Safe, respectful Death Cafe conversations aim to increase awareness of death. Hosted by Isabel Amorous. No charge. Ward 2, 7820 E Broadway. Facebook.com/TucsonDeathCafe.

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Taizé

First Tuesday of the month 6:45-7:30pm

Taize is a service of prayer, singing, music, contemplative readings, meditation and intentional silence. No charge.

St. Michael's Episcopal Church 602 N Wilmot Rd, 85710

Contact Steve Wagner Text: 520-400-2137 SJTucson@aol.com

Tuesday

WATSU Aqua Massage – 10am. With Katelyn Schombert. LMT. WATSU is aquatic bodywork combining warm water and shiatsu to unwind trauma, pain and stress. MossWATSU@gmail.com or text 520-627-5277 to schedule. Santa Rita Springs, 2301 N Santa Rita Ave. SantaRitaSprings.com.

Five Wishes of Yours – 4-5:30pm. In-person: Aug 5-26. Via Zoom: Sept 9-30. Five Wishes clarifies your ‘wishes’ for advanced care. This class walks through the process with love and support. $100/ individual. $175/couple. Center for Spiritual Living Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco, Annex #2. 520-319-1042. FiveWishes.org. TucsonCSL.org.

Death, Dying, Near Death Experiences and Thoughts About the Afterlife – 7-8:30pm. First, third and fifth Tuesday. Join David Swift for a biweekly Zoom discussion. No charge. Zoom link email ArizonaParanormalTimes@gmail.com or text 520-683-4494.

Wednesday

All-levels Yoga Class – 9-10am. Harrison Hills Mobile Park, 4675 S Harrison Rd. Must register to receive gate code via text. $11 dropin. Register: BlissfullyBe.com.

The Yoga Connection Silent Auction Donations – 9am-2pm. The Yoga Connection, Tucson’s only nonprofit yoga center, seeks donations for its Silent Auction—gift certificates, jewelry, household items. Proceeds fund scholarships, free classes and outreach. Call for drop-off times. The Yoga Connection, 3929 E Pima. 520-323-1222. YogaConnection.org.

Virtual Tucson Friendly & Fearless Death Café – 10-11:30am. First Wednesday. Safe, respectful Death Cafe conversations aim to increase awareness of death. No agenda, counseling, or therapy. No charge. Visit Facebook.com/Tucson DeathCafe for Zoom link.

Ai Chi with Connie Seddon – 10-11:15am. Guided aquatic moving meditation. Calms thoughts and nerves, gently stretches muscles, improves balance, range of motion and energy, while standing in 96 degree saltwater indoor pool. $20/class. Santa Rita Springs, 2301 N Santa Rita Ave. Register: 520-245-6616 or ConnieSeddon@gmail.com. SantaRitaSprings.com.

Aquacize with Rebecca Lennon – 12-1:15pm. Join us in a 96-degree private indoor salt water pool for a safe, head to toe aquatic workout focusing on strength, balance and joint mobility. Free trial class. $200/8 consecutive classes. Santa Rita Springs, 2301 N Santa Rita Ave. Register: 520-444-8636 or B43Lennon@aol.com. SantaRitaSprings.com.

Channeled Readings – 7-8:30pm. Would you like to ask about a loved one who has passed over or seek counsel for your life’s journey? Group channel session, $10. Private sessions available, $40. Call Dawn Rataczak 520-425-7286 for further details. Private Home in Tucson.

Thursday

Aqua Strong at Santa Rita Springs – 1011:30am. Improve mobility and strength in 96-degree heated saltwater pool with certified personal trainer leading this full body workout and gentle stretching. $20/class. Sharon Powell: 520-3316562. Santa Rita Springs, 2301 N Santa Rita Ave. SantaRitaSprings.com.

Yoga Class (By donation) – 11am-12:30pm. Energization exercises followed by Yoga with trained instructor. Each pose has an affirmation to accompany it. Ananda Tucson Meditation Center, 1002 E Prince Rd, Tucson. AnandaTucson.org.

Community Clinic Acupuncture – 5-8:15pm. This is a great way to try acupuncture out for the first time or to add additional treatments to your plan. $10. Arizona School of Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine, 2856 E Fort Lowell. 520795-5999. ASAOM.edu.

Yin Yoga Class – 7-8pm. Waterfall Yoga believes in a holistic approach that incorporates nature, sound healing, meditation, breathwork and physical postures to bring balance to your body. $20 per person. Waterfall Yoga, 3460 W Peterson Pl. 520-275-1915. WaterfallYoga.net.

Friday

Free Online Meditation – 9-9:30am. Learn simple techniques to help sustain a simple meditation practice, giving way to lasting calmness, a strong center, solution-consciousness and increased selfconfidence. No experience necessary. No charge. Registration required to receive access link. YogaConnection.org.

Paranormal Friday – 5:30-8pm.Third Fridays. Guest speakers plus dinner and networking with other paranormal enthusiasts. Kettle Restaurant Meeting Room 748 W Star Pass Blvd. 248-497-5869. Get tickets here: TucsonParanormalSociety.com.

Mark Your Calendar

Social Dance Heals

Saturdays • 3-5pm 14 Weeks • 9/6-12/13

Affordable social dance course. Salsa, Waltz, Swing and more. Experience great music, dancing and fun. $100.50 + fees. 50% off tuition 55+. Register early: Pima.edu • FAW112F1, CRN 11667 Kparafinczuk@pima.edu

Saturday

Paramahansa Yogananda Teachings – 10-11:30am. Streaming of the Ananda Sunday Service. Chanting, Healing Prayer, with a 40-minute meditation. Also occurs on first and third Sundays at noon. Contact: Evey W at 520-697-5982. No charge. Ananda Tucson Meditation Center, 1002 E. Prince Rd. AnandaTucson.org. Pranic Healing Clinic – 10am-12pm. Second Saturday. MCKS Pranic Healing is a no-touch, painless healing art that aids ailments like asthma, arthritis and depression and helps the body heal naturally. All welcome.No charge. Udall Park Activities and Community Center, 7290 E Tanque Verde Rd. PranicHealing.com.

40-minute Meditation/Chanting – 10-11:30am. 1st & 3rd Sat. Meditation and Chanting help to steady the mind and the body. Relax in a beautiful setting with like minded friends. No charge. Ananda Tucson Meditation Center, 1002 E. Prince Rd. AnandaTucson.org.

Tucson Metaphysics Fair – 10am-4pm. Fourth Saturday. Fourth Saturday. Mediums, psychics, angelic and tarot, astrology, palm reading, divination, reiki and much more. Prices vary. Mystic Cavern Metaphysical, 6546 E 22nd St. 520-4056062. TucsonMetaphysicsFair.com.

Aquacize with Rebecca Lennon – 12-1:15pm. 96-degree private indoor salt water pool for a safe, head to toe aquatic workout, focusing on strength, balance and joint mobility. Free trial class. $200/8-consecutive classes. Santa Rita Springs, 2301 N Santa Rita Ave. Register: 520-444-8636 or B43Lennon@aol.com. SantaRitaSprings.com.

Community Resource Guide

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. Check out our online directory at NaturalTucson.com and enter your free online listing.

Acupuncture

ARIZONA SCHOOL OF ACUPUNCTURE & ORIENTAL MEDICINE

2856 E Fort Lowell Rd, 85716 520-795-5999 • ASAOM.EDU

Traditional Chinese Medicine is one of the fastest growing health professions today and joining integrative medicine worldwide. ASAOM offers four Masters level Programs. Come experience clinical treatments at affordable prices. Learn about Acupuncture, Bodywork, Cupping, Guasha, Chinese Herbs and Nutrition.

CATALINA ACUPUNCTURE

Nathan Anderson, LAc 3208 E Fort Lowell Rd, Ste 106, 85716 520-999-0080

CatalinaAcupunctureTucson.com

Nathan Anderson, LAc treats chronic and acute pain and illness. In addition to his practice, Nathan is faculty at the Arizona School of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine and fellowship faculty with the Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine. Insurance Accepted. See ad, page 15.

Aesthetics & Medspa

PAMPERED SKIN & SOUL STUDIO

Suzanne Pear, RN PhD, LE COE CQH 5160 E Glenn St, Ste 150, 85712 520-400-8109 • PamperedSkinStudio.com

If you believe less is more, Dr. Suzie (PhD in Epidemiology) is the Nurse-Aesthetician for you. She provides customized nature-based, holistic skin rejuvenation therapies for all skin types, ethnicities and sensitivities while educating you about your skin concerns and care. See ad, page 11.

In youth, we learn; in age, we understand.

—Marie von Ebner-Eschenbach

Aqua Therapy

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, flowing movement and maybe Aquatic Craniosacral Therapy to deliciously unwind trauma and strain patterns. See ad, page 7.

Astrology

KEY OCHO

The Chiron Guide Key@KeyOcho.com • TheChironGuide.com

Key Ocho, The Chiron Guide, offers personalized spiritual coaching for seekers who are ready to heal emotional wounds through Chiron in their birth chart. Her signature Wounded Healer sessions blend intuitive insight, sound healing, and sacred tools to help you reclaim clarity, purpose and wholeness.

BodyTalk

SOL PAGS

BodyTalk Practitioner & Intuition Coach Contact@SolPags.com

Support for your busy lifestyle. BodyTalk practitioner Sol Pags helps women self-regulate without disrupting daily life through BodyTalk energy healing and intuition coaching. BodyTalk considers the wholeperson for lasting balance and well-being.

Bodywork

SYLVIA BOYED

6979 E Broadway Blvd, Ste 109, 85710 520-370-3689 • SylviaBoyed.com

Sylvia Boyed, MA, VMT, CST. Now welcoming new clients. Restorative bodywork and energetic healing for physical and emotional well-being. 14+ years experience in energetically applied visceral manipulation and craniosacral therapies. Specializing in treatment of head injuries, tinnitus and post-surgical rehabilitation. See ad, page 7

KEN READER, LMT, RYT

The Right Touch Massage Therapy

3958 E Fort Lowell Rd, 85712

520-230-9103 (cell)

520-326-7675 (Right Touch Massage) RightTouchMassageTherapy.com

Experienced Pain Relief therapist and wellness provider with 25 years as Reiki/Cranial therapist. Shiatsu, Thai and Manual Lymphatic massage. Facial massage: jade rolling, gua sha with cold jade tools, facial cupping and facial acu points. Also offering yoga privates, text 520-230-9103.

Bookkeeping

AT PEACE BOOKKEEPING

Amanda Pihl

760-709-2188

AtPeaceBookkeeping.com

At Peace Bookkeeping helps small businesses stay financially grounded with reliable, stress-free support. Offering cleanups, monthly maintenance, and QuickBooks expertise, Amanda brings clarity and calm to your numbers— so you can focus on growing your business with confidence and ease.

Brain Health

NORTHSTAR HYPERBARIC

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

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.

Channeled Readings

INTUITIVE AND CHANNEL

Dawn Rataczak 520-425-7286

Cleaning Services

PURMAID

520-331-2629

PurmaidTucson@gmail.com PurMaids.com

PurMaid LLC provides professional green cleaning services to Tucson homes and businesses. Locally owned and operated. Special offer: $50 off initial cleaning. See ad for details. See ad, page 16.

Coaching, Counseling & Guidance

ARMORLESS BODY THERAPIES

Randy Usem, LMT, Radix Practitioner

Near Campbell & Grant 520-312-9563

TucsonEmotionalAndTraumaTherapy.com

TucsonMassageAndBodyTherapy.com

Affordable alternative or a ddition 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.

BLISSFULLY

BE HOLISTIC WELLNESS

Shawna Roberts, NBC-HWC, LMT, RYT-200 421 N Schrader Ln, 85748 520-216-5699 • BlissfullyBe.com

Shawna believes in connecting clients with their values to enable behavior changes towards a healthier lifestyle, especially surrounding food. Everybody has to eat. Food can either be medicine or it can be poison, the choice is yours.

IT'S TIME FOR MOXIE

Deb Beroset

312-436-2160Deb@ItsTimeForMoxie.com ItsTimeForMoxie.com

Colon Hydrotherapy

VERY SPECIAL ALTERNATIVES

Vonnie Schultz Albrecht, RN 2028 E Prince Rd, Rm 9, 85719

520-403-1686

VerySpecialAlternatives@gmail.com

VerySpecialAlternatives.net

Heal.me/Vonnie-Schultz-Albrecht-RN

RN-delivered colonics. FDAapproved system integrated with a full, closed-gravity 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!

Community for Women

IT'S TIME FOR MOXIE

Deb Beroset

312-436-2160 • Deb@ItsTimeForMoxie.com ItsTimeForMoxie.com

Club Moxie is a soulful, high-vibe online community for women ready to live boldly. Rooted in woman-centered coaching, creativity and modern tribe-building, it’s where deep connection meets personal expansion. Join before doors close! Use code NAMAG for a free month: ItsTimeForMoxie.com/club-moxie. See ad, page 12.

Dental Insurance

HOLLY BAKER

Retirement Specialist

520-760-2378 • Holly@HollyLBaker.com

Providing Solutions for Your Retirement

With dental insurance, you can prioritize your oral health, save money on routine and emergency dental care and enjoy peace of mind knowing that you’re covered in case of unexpected dental issues. Robust plans available at reasonable rates. Book an appointment today! See ad, page 19.

Dentistry

Requesting guidance is a natural response to the constant activity of each day which may leave one feeling drained. Moving toward connection to the self is a saving grace. Offering group or private sessions, workshops. Call to request further details.

Tired of playing small? Moxie coaching blends neuroscience-backed and womancentered coaching with deep creativity and personal transformation. Whether in one-on-one or group programs, you’ll reclaim confidence, creative spark and self-trust to shape a life that feels fully yours. Book a free intro call: MoxieTime. as.me/introductory-call. See ad, page 12.

E DENTAL SOLUTIONS

Elahe Wissinger, DMD 2810 N Swan Rd, Ste #100, 85712 520-745-5496 • Info@EDentalSolutions.net EDentalSolutions.net

Our mission is to build a partnership to achieve optimal dental health. The state-of-the-art technology, attention to our clients’ needs and commitment to continuing education ensure that our clients receive the highest quality care, in a safe and comfortable environment. See ad, back cover.

Dentistry

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 and Toxicology accredited dentist. Specializing in general and cosmetic dentistry, mercury-free fillings, safe amalgam removal, implants, extractions, cavitation treatment and ozone therapy. Call for appointment today. See ad, page 2.

Electromagnetic Wellness

EMF WELLNESS

TUCSON

Lisa Smith, PhD, EMRS

Certified Building Biology

Electromagnetic Radiation Specialist 130 E Congress St, Ste 200-110 Info@EMF-Wellness.com • EMF-Wellness.com “Electromagnetic safety for a healthy life” EMF Wellness helps keep Tucson’s homes, schools and work-places safe from unhealthy levels of electromagnetic fields (EMFs). We offer professional EMF assessments with emphasis on reducing exposure to rising levels of microwave radiation from wireless devices and cell towers. Assessments include EMF education and mitigation counseling.

Emotional Freedom Technique - EFT

MARIA KINGSLEY

EFT Practitioner, Certified Hypnotherapist 520-780-0170 • KadaKingsley@msn.com Maria-Kingsley.com

Emotions run high in many people right now. Do you need help in coping with life? Emotional freedom is just that: an easy tool to deal with upsetting circumstances, anxiety, fears andsickness. It combines energy therapy and psychology to eliminate and reduce emotions. Affordable and necessary.

Energy Work

ENERGETIC SYSTEM RE-BOOT

Suzanne Pear, RN PhD, LE COE CQH 5160 E Glenn St, Ste 150, 85712

520-400-8109

DoctorSuzie@PamperedSkinStudio.com

Dr. Suzie (PhD in Epidemiology) is a Registered Nurse and Quantum Energy Practitioner offering chakra energy system realignment and balancing as well as auric field clearing, forgiveness and self-healing practices. Call 520-400-8109 to schedule an Energetic Assessment. See ad, page 11.

Healthy Home

EMF WELLNESS TUCSON

Lisa Smith, PhD, EMRS

Certified Building Biology

Electromagnetic Radiation Specialist

130 E Congress St, Ste 200-110

Info@EMF-Wellness.com • EMF-Wellness.com “Electromagnetic safety for a healthy life”

EMF Wellness Tucson provides Electromagnetic Field (EMF) assessments and mitigation counselling, specializing in the creation of EMF-safe bedroom sleep sanctuaries. Services include measurement of electric fields, magnetic fields, dirty electricity and radio frequency radiation from wireless devices and cell towers.

PURMAID

520-331-2629

PurmaidTucson@gmail.com PurMaids.com

PurMaid LLC provides professional green cleaning services to Tucson homes and businesses. Locally owned and operated. Special offer: $50 off initial cleaning. See ad for details. See ad, page 16.

Holistic Health

VERY SPECIAL ALTERNATIVES

Vonnie Schultz Albrecht, RN 2028 E Prince Rd, Rm 9, 85719 OR your space/home • 520-403-1686

Nurse@VerySpecialAlternatives.net VerySpecialAlternatives.net Heal.me/Vonnie-Schultz-Albrecht-RN

What or who do you need? RN consultant • assessment, information, referral. Skilled nursing • phlebotomy, IV therapy, home services. Education • gentle, easy detox protocols, colon health, ozone therapies and resources. By appointment, flexible hours. Free 15 minute consult!

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy

NORTHSTAR HYPERBARICS

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

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.

Invisalign

E DENTAL SOLUTIONS

Elahe Wissinger, DMD 2810 E River Rd, 85718 520-745-5496 • Info@EDentalSolutions.net EDentalSolutions.net

Looking to fix your bite issues but avoid the “metal mouth” phenomenon? At E Dental Solutions, we can help you understand how to keep the aligners and your teeth clean and make it easy for you to fit into your best smile. See ad, back cover.

Massage

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, flowing movement and maybe Aquatic Craniosacral Therapy to deliciously unwind trauma and strain patterns. See ad, page 7.

Medical Intuitive

BODY & ENERGY INTUITIVE READINGS

Taesha Mata

208-360-7542

WellnessWithTaesh@gmail.com

Channeled readings offer clarity and insight to root causes of imbalances. Connecting to deeper parts of yourself with the aid of spirit guides and your higher self can empower you to restore your personal health and be your own best wellness advocate.

RAIN (DANIELLE) DVORAK

847-323-9188 Danielle@Replevyn.com Replevyn.com

Rain is a trained and certified Medical Intuitive Practitioner (CMIP, ThePractical Path, Tujunga, CA). Medical Intuition utilizes clairvoyance andthe other intuitive senses to view the physical body and unique energy systems of living beings.

Medicare Support

HOLLY BAKER

Retirement Specialist

520-760-2378 • Holly@HollyLBaker.com Providing Solutions for Your Retirement

As your trusted independent advisors, we work with most Medicare carriers and companies to best serve your needs and preferences. Call/email now to review your Medicare plan. See ad, page 19.

Meditation

THE YOGA CONNECTION

3929 E Pima, 85712 520-323-1222 • Yoga@YogaConnection.org YogaConnection.org

The Yoga Connection, a non-profit center, serving Tucson over 35 years, offers all levels of yoga and specialized classes. We offer Yoga teacher training leading to 200-hour and 300hour certification. Ask about scholarships and payment options.

Naturopathic Medicine

DR. DEEANN SABER, NMD

Transformational Medicine

2028 E Prince Rd, 85719

520-209-1755 • TFMND.co

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.

DR. EMILY TAKEUCHI-MILLER, NMD

Transformational Medicine

2028 E Prince Rd, 85719 520-209-1755 • TFMND.co

Dr. Emily Takeuchi Miller, or “Dr. Em” as she prefers, enjoys seeing patients of all ages and is committed to helping them live well no matter what their current condition. Her special interests include primary care medicine, pediatrics and Mind-Body medicine/biofeedback. See ad, page 3.

WHOLISTIC

FAMILY MEDICINE

Dr. Lance Morris 2310 N Wyatt Dr, 85712 520-322-8122 • WFMedicine37@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 15.

Pediatric Integrative Medicine

ANA TANASE, MD, ABOIM

TMC One La Canada Office 10390 N La Cañada Dr, Ste 110, 85737 520-420-2110 tmcaz.com/tmc-one/our-providers/ana-tanase

Permanent Jewelry & Makeup

A LASTING TOUCH SALON AT TRANSITIONS HAIR STUDIO

Yvette Dwornik • 520-869-5593

Sarah Dwornik-Olivo • 520-869-4040

7163 E Broadway, 85710

ALastingTouch.com

TransitionsHairStudio.com

LovelyLinksPermanentJewelry.com

New location. Offering Hair, Permanent Make Up and Permanent Jewelry at beautiful, remodeled eastside location. Broadway at Kolb next to DSW. $50 off any new permanent make up service. $20 off new lashes. See ad, page 7.

Research

GREEN MOUNTAIN HEALTH CARE/ EXPAND HEALTH RESEARCH

Dr. Caitlin Connor 1775 W St Mary's Rd, Ste 111, 85745 520-609-1766 • ExpandHealthResearch.com

Retreats

We invite you to explore research studies. If you have an interest give us a call, and we will set up a time when you can tour the lab. We look forward to seeing you in the future! See ad, page 10.

IT'S TIME FOR MOXIE

Deb Beroset 312-436-2160

Deb@ItsTimeForMoxie.com ItsTimeForMoxie.com

Holistic pediatrician, board certified in pediatrics and Integrative Medicine, provides integrative medicine consults, primary care services, second opinions. Visits include personalized nutrition plan, lifestyle counseling, supplements, functional medicine testing, mind body medicine teachings. Accepts most insurances, appointments available online and by phone

—Franz Kafka

Craving deep renewal? Moxie retreats weave together creativity, artistic rituals, mysticism and woman-centered coaching in stunning settings. Reconnect with your power, radiance and vision alongside kindred spirits. “Truly transformational and exquisite,” says an attendee. View upcoming retreats: ItsTimeForMoxie.com/retreats. See ad, page 6.

Skin Care

PAMPERED SKIN & SOUL STUDIO

Suzanne Pear, RN PhD, LE COE CQH 5160 E Glenn St, Ste 150, 85712 520-400-8109

PamperedSkinStudio.com

Dr. Suzie (PhD in Epidemiology) specializes in providing customized holistic skin care treatments for all skin types and concerns. Make an appointment today and start on your path to creating beautiful skin for life. See ad, page 11.

Sound Therapy

RAIN (DANIELLE) DVORAK

847-323-9188 • Danielle@Replevyn.com Replevyn.com

Relax and receive while your energy field is cleansed by antique Tibetan singing bowls, gongs and more in the Tibetan Sacred Sound Healing tradition. Rain is trained and certified through TibetanBowlSchool.com, and also a lifelong, classically-trained musician, intuitive empath and more.

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 15

Spiritual Teachings

CENTER FOR SPIRITUAL LIVING - TUCSON

Rev. Rhonda Tretsven

Sunday Service: 3617 N Camino Blanco, 85718 520-319-1042 • CSLT911@gmail.com TucsonCSL.org

A spiritual alternative. We offer spiritual solutions to everyday challenges. You can learn about us at TucsonCSL.org Celebration Service at 11am, Meditation at 10:30am. For information about our Sunday services please email CSLT911@gmail.com or call 520-319-1042. See ad, page 14.

ECKANKAR

The Path of Spiritual Freedom 1-877-300-4949 8 EckankarArizona.org Facebook.com/EckankarArizona Eckankar.org • HearHU.org

Eckankar is a spiritual path that redefines the experience of religion. Eckankar is based on direct personal experience, transcending philosophy and orthodox religion, offering practical ways we may have spiritual experiences—even the ultimate experience of God—in this lifetime

Wellness Center

TRANSFORMATIONAL MEDICINE

DeeAnn Saber, NMD

Emily Takeuchi Miller, NMD

Zach Saber, LMP

Vonnie Schultz Albrecht, RN 2028 E Prince Rd, 85719 520-209-1755 • TFMND.co

We are like-minded healing professionals who have created a collaborative, patient-focused environment to provide healthy experiences for those ready to reach optimal health and wellness. See ad, page 3.

Replenish your body with the Natural Energies it lacks due to our modern lifestyle. BioCharger and Pulsed Electromagnetic Therapy with Low Level Laser Therapy available starting January 2nd. Visit Biocharger.com to learn the health benefits of this new technology. Discount packages available. See ad, page 10.

Wellness Wear

Sharon Whiteley is a serial entrepreneur passionate about wellness trends. As a merchant and innovative manufacturer, she specializes in silver-based products for grounding and EMF protection, available direct to consumers at TRU47.com. Wholesalers and practitioners are welcome.

Yoga

THE YOGA

CONNECTION

3929 E Pima, 85712 520-323-1222 • Yoga@YogaConnection.org YogaConnection.org

The Yoga Connection, a non-profit center serving Tucson over 35 years, offers all levels of yoga and specialized classes. We offer yoga teacher training leading to 200-hour and 300hour certification. Ask about scholarships and payment options.

AT THE ATTUNEMENT CENTER, we help you release emotional, spiritual, and ancestral blocks. Our integrative approach blends therapy, energy healing, intuitive guidance and spiritual coaching. We empower you to release limiting beliefs, reconnect with your truth, and step into authentic living— meeting you where you are and guiding your transformation. 910-900-3815/520-2229034. Info@TheAttunementCenter.com. TheAttunementCenter.com.

DIASPORA SHOWCASE

AFRICA PRESENTS an evening to commemorate the richness of African culture through culinary arts, music, fashion, and dance. The 21st annual showcase will take place on October 11, 2025 at the Proscenium Theatre. Tickets start at $69. Call or text 520-729-7771 for tickets or more information.

HEIDI WILSON OFFERS private craniosacral sessions and teaches a six level workshop series called Riding the Wave, Touching Stillness; Craniosacral Work with a Biodynamic Perspective. Each workshop offers 20 CEUs for massage therapists. 520271-4680, HeidiWilsonFluidHealing.com.

LOVE CHATTING, CONNECTING AND SPREADING WELLNESS VIBES? Natural Awakenings Tucson invites you to join us as an Ad Sales & Community Advocate! Celebrate conscious businesses, meet amazing people, and grow with our community. Flexible, fun, and rewarding—with great commissions! Call 520-760-2378 or email Holly@NaturalTucson.com

NEED LESS STRESS?

Wisdom Blooming, Nervous System Regulation. Organic Intelligence is a positive reinforcement clinical model using attention and embodiment, transforming stress to resource. Deactivate anxiety, invoke healing capacity and improve performance. Serving adults, parents, teens, children and teachers. Book a 20 min free consultation with Lynette Maya.WisdomBlooming.com.

ONE WHO KNOWS the eternal self will "stand unshaken amidst the crash of breaking worlds," taught Paramhansa Yogananda, author of 'Autography of a Yogi! In our quest to escape the matrix, join us at Ananda Center of Tucson for spiritual teachings and practices. More info: text Harlan 630-4306265. AnandaTucson.org.

REDUCE CHRONIC PAIN AND INFLAMMATION quickly and naturally with Cell2n Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy, using over 50 years of scientifically proven technology. Experience the benefits of this non-invasive, drug-free solution. Contact Jim Twomey at 520-240-2188 or PeaceForYou@mail.com to start your journey to fast pain relief today.

SACRED JOURNEYS

OFFERS compassionate, holistic healing through naturopathic medicine and ketamine-assisted psychotherapy. Led by Dr. Tim Frank, N.M.D., we address the root causes of trauma, depression, anxiety and emotional pain. Begin your healing journey today. 520991-4568. SacredJourneys-Medicine.com.

THE TEMPLE OF UNIVERSALITY

‘Celebrating the unity of God and Man.’ A Spiritualist, Universal all-inclusive Church. Uplifting talk, healing meditation, music, gifts of spirit messages. Tucson Jewish Community Center 1st & 3rd Sunday at 11am. 3800 E River Rd. TheTempleOfUniversality.org.

WINTERHAVEN HEALTH CENTER has a room available for an experienced acupuncturist. Come experience the BioCharger NG. Replenish your body with the Natural Energies it lacks due to our modern lifestyle. First treatment just $20 and 10% off treatment plans. Please call 520-322-6161 for details.

To place a classified ad, email: Holly@NaturalTucson.com. 50 words and a logo for just $75 per month. Contact us with questions, 520-760-2378.

Three-Month Planner

Gut Vitality & Dentistry:

The Surprising Link That Can Transform Your Health and Your Smile

When we think about dental health, we often focus on brushing and flossing. But did you know your gut health, the balance of bacteria in your digestive system, has a direct impact on your teeth and gums?

Recent studies show a powerful connection between the gut and the mouth. They’re part of the same internal ecosystem. Inflammation that begins in the gut doesn’t stay there. It can travel through the body and show up as gum disease, bad breath, mouth ulcers, tooth decay, and even bone loss.

Conditions like inflammatory bowel disease and acid reflux often come with oral symptoms, including ulcers, enamel erosion, and gum inflammation. An unbalanced gut can weaken your immune response, making it harder to fight off oral infections. But when your gut microbiome is healthy, it helps regulate inflammation, supports healing, and promotes overall mouth health.

At E Dental Solutions, we take a whole-body approach to dentistry. We ask about more than just your teeth, we consider digestion, stress, sleep, and overall lifestyle to better understand what’s happening beneath the surface. Whether you’re dealing with chronic gum problems, dry mouth, or recurring cavities, we focus on long-term solutions that get to the root cause.

Because dentistry shouldn’t just fix teeth, it should support your entire well-being.

Come experience the difference in care that treats the whole of you, not just your smile. Call us today at (520) 745-5496 to schedule your consultation. Your Gut, And Your Smile, Will Thank You.

E DENTAL SOLUTIONS

Dr. Elahe Wissinger