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contents natural Awakenings is your guide to a healthier, more balanced life. In each issue readers find cutting-edge information on natural health, nutrition, fitness, personal growth, green living, creative expression and the products and services that support a healthy lifestyle.

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PoWeR of SToRY

How Telling Our Truths Can Set Us Free

by Judith Fertig

26 MoVeABle feeT How to Make Walking Part of Everyday Life

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by Lane Vail

28 THe BioniC CoACH High-Tech Boosts Healthy Routines

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by Linda Sechrist

30 liVinG off THe lAnD Low- and No-Cost Ways to Feed a Family

by Avery Mack

36 MuSiCiAn WiTH A CAuSe

Jack Johnson Plans Shows with the Planet in Mind

by Meredith Montgomery

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PeT’S SToRY

Scrapbooks Strut their Stuff

by Sandra Murphy

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To MATuRiTY

Setbacks Make Boys Into Men

by Nick Clements

46 PADDle-HAPPY

Stand Up Paddleboards Spell Family Fun

by Lauressa Nelson

47 unleASHinG unliMiTeD PoTenTiAl

with Panache Desai

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contact us Publisher Roberta Bolduc Managing Editor Jeanette Watkins Contributing Editors Lauren Hanson - Michele Senac Barbara Bolduc Advertising Dawn DeBoskey - Linda Craig Janet Krinke NAN Card Janet Krinke Design & Production / Ad Design Susan McCann - Wendy Wilson Distribution Wayne Vollentine - Ed Wilmot To contact Natural Awakenings Upstate South Carolina Edition:

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armers’ markets, a sure sign of the long-awaited summer, are again sprouting up around the Upstate, calling out to us with their tantalizingly fresh local fruits and veggies. It’s such fun to browse the open-air stalls, tasting home-baked goods and picking up annual plants, cut flowers and appealing crafts. Many markets also bring in live entertainment and local chefs competing to create culinary masterpieces good enough to tempt even the most disciplined dieter. I love this weekly opportunity to meet neighbors and get to know and support area farmers so vital to sustaining a reliable healthy food supply.

Summer also brings outdoor concerts and festivities. The Thursday night concerts in my hometown of Anderson are one of my family’s favorite outings.

Our Heinz 57 rescue dog, Andy, who passed on last week, loved playing his part in making the evening special. He couldn’t get enough of the sounds and smells and petting from new friends he encountered at every event. I’ll miss my12 year-old faithful friend who taught me much and loved me so well these past 10 years. I’m sure his tail is still wagging wherever he is romping and playing these days.

I am convinced that pets play a special role in our lives in more ways than we realize. Over the years various pets have taught me patience and courage.

Even under treatment for arthritis this past year, Andy would dance with excitement when it was time for a walk. I have also learned humility. For what is less meek than a dog that thrills at the touch of your hand caressing his ears or a cat that snuggles into your lap when you’re feeling downhearted and purrs her pleasure at just being near you? We’ve all enjoyed the priceless gift of the unconditional love such pets freely and consistently give without reservation.

Our pets see the beauty in us that is often hidden from ourselves and others.

They exemplify and have much to teach us of life’s wonders if only we pay attention. Cheers to you, Andy.

Peace and love always, Roberta Bolduc, Publisher

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newsbriefs Upstate Food Co-op Open House in Six Mile

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he Upstate Food Co-op, located in Six Mile, will be hosting an Open House on Saturday, June 21, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Open House will celebrate natural health, membership and volunteer appreciation, as well as a food drive for new members. Free samples and information about the products will be available, including information on a variety of food and health related topics.

The Upstate Food Co-op is a member-owned and run volunteer organization that incorporated as Share Food Co-op in 1978, then reincorporated as Upstate Food Co-op in 2003 for the purpose of providing natural and organic food to its members in the area of the small, historic town in Pickens County. The Co-op keeps the shelves stocked with commonly used bulk items, beverages, produce, prepackaged products, refrigerated and frozen products, as well as culinary and medicinal herbs and supplements. Co-op pricing is different than a conventional health food store. Items are priced at wholesale cost plus shipping and tax, and at the register, mark-ups are added according to membership status. It is easy to become a member and there are numerous volunteer opportunities.

Door prizes will be given away at the event. Rain date is June 28.

Upstate Food Co-op is located at 404 John Holliday Rd, Six Mile. For more information, call 864-868-3105 or visit UpstateFoodCoop.com.

Small Spines Pediatric Chiropractic is now My Cool Chiropractor

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Advertising in Natural Awakenings magazine has been a very positive experience for my business and myself. I appreciate the way the staff stays in touch and keeps me informed of any events that I can participate in. I feel that working with Natural Awakenings has increased my business.

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ue to popular demand, Small Spines Chiropractic of Greer has modified its clinic from solely a pediatric office to serving adults and adolescents as well. The practice is now suitably named My Cool Chiropractor.

“We will still have a strong focus on the health and well-being of children, especially those suffering with neurodevelopmental disorders such as ADHD, Autism, and Sensory Processing Disorder,” states owner, Dr. Erik Beauvais. “Now the whole family can receive dynamic, quality chiropractic care at one convenient location.”

Dr. Beauvais has rigorously studied the causes, and more importantly, the corrective measures to help children heal from conditions such as ADHD, Autism, chronic ear infections, immune suppressive disorders, colic, acid reflux, headaches, constipation, irritable bowel syndrome, bed wetting, and many others. Now he is able to serve adults to help heal a multitude of conditions as well.

Erik Beauvais, D.C. In addition to chiropractic care, My Cool Chiropractor also provides decompression therapy for disc herniation. A Doctor Supervised Weight Loss program is also available, helping patients to shed 25 to 35 pounds in six weeks. Products and programs from Standard Process, a leader in quality herbal and whole food formulations, are available for purchase.

My Cool Chiropractor is located at 996 Batesville Rd., Greer. For more information, call 864-558-0516 or visit MyCoolChiropractor.com. See ad, page 39.

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Saltz Medical Spa Welcomes Longevity Doctor

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he Saltz Medical Spa is excited to announce that Dr. Yusuf Saleeby, M.D., has joined the practice. Dr. Saleeby specializes in Internal and Restorative Medicine by improving quality of life and health through anti-aging medicine. Benefits to patients have included elevated mood and energy levels, improved sleep, reduced body fat, younger looking skin and more.

Saleeby is a 1991 graduate with a medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta, Georgia.

Upon completion of post-graduate training at East CaroYusuf Saleeby, M.D. lina University School of Medicine in Greenville, North Carolina, he relocated to Savannah, Georgia to practice emergency medicine. Saleeby has practiced medicine since 1992 and received training in anti-aging medicine through association and membership with the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M) and the American College for the Advancement of Medicine (ACAM).

“You deserve a doctor who is highly qualified, someone with extensive experience who practices medicine with compassion, and who—through education, dedication and a personal touch—provides each patient with a priceless external and internal value and a result that is natural and customized to meet their unique needs,” states Nina Raddatz, Saltz co-owner.

The Saltz Medical Spa is unique in offering the only Himalayan Salt Cave in South Carolina for Salt Therapy as well a variety of other therapeutic services.

The Saltz Medical Spa is located at 210 Brendan Way, Greenville. For more information, call 864-990-4189 or visit TheSaltz.com. See ad, page 41.

Southern Om’s Hottest Challenge

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outhern Om Hot Yoga is celebrating its fourth anniversary in Greenville by kicking off their annual Summer Challenge program in June. From June 12 through August 20, Southern Om Hot Yoga Summer Challenge participants receive rewards for the number of practices they achieve over the course of six weeks.

Those who practice 70 times will receive two free months of yoga at Southern Om. All practices must be done at Southern Om but there are no limits to how many classes someone can take in a day. Those who practice 50 times will receive one free month of yoga at Southern Om. Those who practice 30 times or more will receive a free Summer Challenge T-Shirt. Students who have participated in the past have experienced benefits such as weight loss, improved flexibility and Jackie Lattimore, lower stress levels.

Southern Om student Many people, even regular exercisers, slack off and winner of the 2013 from their regular workout routine over the summer Summer Challenge. months. “The Southern Om summer challenge keeps our yoga students engaged and motivated to continue their practice for six weeks during the summer. Many people think hot yoga is only for the winter months, but the detoxification and mental release can benefit you all year long!” adds Sarah Beattie, marketing manager.

Southern Om Hot Yoga is located at 1140 Woodruff Rd., Greenville (next to Whole Foods Market). For more information, call 864-329-1114 or visit SouthernOm.com. natural awakenings

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New Day Physical Therapy Celebrates Two Years

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ew Day Physical Therapy is celebrating its second anniversary in Greer. To celebrate, New Day will be providing complimentary coffee and pastries from Stomping Grounds, a popular downtown café, for its patients and visitors during the first week of June.

The team’s unique physical therapy practice serves people seeking conventional mixed with alternative forms of treatment. Patients will receive personal care in a private, professional, and unrushed atmosphere. There is consistent improvement for any condition through a unique combination of the best conventional physical therapy treatments and alternative approaches in order to help the body selfheal and function properly. Some of the alternative David Taylor, PT, CST, therapies include such treatments as craniosacral, CMT, working with a dry needling, myofascial release, vestibular rehab, patient and visceral manipulation. New Day is familyowned and operated, and provides a new concept in physical therapy care.

“We greatly appreciate all our patients and community supporters who have helped us grow. We are truly blessed to be serving such a great community in the Upstate,” adds David Taylor, physical therapist and owner of New Day Physical Therapy.

New Day Physical Therapy is located at 300 N Main St., Greer. For more information, call 864-469-9936 or visit NewDayPhysicalTherapy.com. See ad, page 52.

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Travelers Rest Farmers’ Market Offers More than Food

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ravelers Rest Farmers’ Market (TRFM) opens the season as one of the largest in the Upstate and at a new location on the Swamp Rabbit Trail. The market encompasses a new permanent pavilion and festival field as part of the city’s new Trailblazer Park, with nearly 50 local growers and producers selected as vendors. Free weekly activities including Market Talks, Market Kids, Market Cooks, Market Music and food trucks will also be featured all season.

“We want to show shoppers they can easily, conveniently and economically use their weekly grocery dollars to buy the healthiest local food while supporting their neighbors,” says Margie Vest, president of the TRFM board. “We want them to view the market as their ‘outdoor grocery store.’ ” TRFM is a five-month outdoor market featuring only seasonally available local fruits and vegetables and other produce as well as value-added products such as breads, plants, and handmade artisanal crafts. Locals also have the opportunity to attend free sustainability programs, cooking demonstrations and children’s programs in a beautiful location “at the Park, on the Trail, in the Mountains”.

The market opened in May with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. It is currently open on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon through September.

Travelers Rest Farmers’ Market is located at Trailblazer Park on the Swamp Rabbit Trail, 115 Wilhelm Winter St., Travelers Rest. For more information, call 864-907-6924 or visit TravelersRestFarmersMarket.com.

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Animal Rehab & Conditioning Center Hosts Somatic Yoga for Pets Workshop

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he Animal Rehab and Conditioning Center will be hosting a somatic yoga for pets workshop with yogi Gloria Hester. This workshop will give pet parents of any sort a more in-depth knowledge of how to care for their animal, but will be especially helpful for rescue pets, competitive athletes, reactive pets or animals that are aging.

Animals that exhibit any fear, anxiety, pain, or injuries can profoundly benefit from somatic yoga.

Students will learn how to help their pets become confident, relaxed, and happier by using somatic yoga.

Many pets can be helped with a variety of problems and issues by simply connecting with Gloria Hester, ERYT, them on a deeper level. This workshop will help CEHSE, with dogs Boe foster the bond and connection that can help aniand Daisy mals through life and help people to recognize and correct issues earlier.

Hester is an ERYT with Yoga Alliance specializing in Therapeutic Yoga. Hester is a developer and Director of Yogic Wisdom for Horse and Human and Restoring the Wisdom of the Body for Horse and Human. She is a Certified Hanna Somatic Educator for both horse and human, mentored by Eleanor Criswell Hanna, and currently travels holding retreats, workshops, and teacher trainings nationally on both coasts and in the southwest.

The workshop will be held July 31 (humans only), and private sessions with Hester for you and your pet can be scheduled from August 1 to August 3.

Animal Rehab and Conditioning Center is located at 109 Monroe Dr., Simpsonville.

For more information, call 864-962-0101 or visit AnimalRehabGreenville.com or GloriaHesterYoga.com. See ad, page 42.

Happy Cow Creamery Eggnog Available Week of July 4th

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appy Cow Creamery is now selling the first official batch this year of fresh Happy Cow Eggnog for the entire week of July 4th. Happy Cow Eggnog is only sold during certain times of the year, and 4th of July week is one of those times. The eggnog is made using only milk from “the girls,” Farmer Tom’s grass-fed cows. Happy Cow was only able to make a limited amount of the eggnog and is looking forward to seeing all of their patrons stock up before it’s gone.

Happy Cow Creamery is a unique on-thefarm milk bottling operation offering high-quality fresh milk directly from its own dairy cows.

Whole Milk, Chocolate Milk, Cultured Buttermilk, and Strawberry Milk are just a few of the products offered at the on-site-store.

Happy Cow Creamery is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The store is closed every Sunday.

Happy Cow Creamery is located at 332 McKelvey Rd., Pelzer. For more information, call the store at 864-243-9699 or visit HappyCowCreamery.com. See ad, page 35. natural awakenings

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newsbriefs Easley Chiropractor Brings His Expertise to Greenville

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r. Joe Carrano, DC, of Carrano Chiropractic, has recently moved his practice from Easley to Greenville.

He is the only holistic chiropractor in the Upstate utilizing a far-infrared sauna as part of his detox protocols.

“People are in a search of better health, less toxins, more energy and less stress, and we provide these. We offer hope Joe Carrano, to those who can’t find help anywhere else. Our motto is, D. C. ‘add years to your life and life to your years,’ ” states Dr. Carrano.

Carrano graduated from Life University in Atlanta, Georgia, in December of 1999, and he started Carrano Chiropractic in April of 2000. He has chiropractic certifications in nutrition, functional medicine, Graston Technique, golfing injuries, CranioSacral technique and numerous courses related to neurology. Carrano has been a nutritionist for over 30 years as well, and has helped thousands of people achieve a healthier and happier life.

Carrano Chiropractic is located at 2017 Wade Hampton Blvd, Ste. B., Greenville. For more information, call 864-552-1142 or visit CarranoChiro.org. See ad, page 18.

Circulation Nation Offering Dynamic Fitness for Boomers

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he SilverSneakers Fitness® program now available at Circulation Nation® is a fun, energizing program that helps older adults take greater control of their health by encouraging physical activity.

The SilverSneakers Fitness program is the nation’s leading fitness program designed exclusively for older adults. Healthways, the company that created SilverSneakers Fitness, has been providing innovative health benefits for older adults for more than two decades. Today more than 65 Medicare health plans offer the program as a benefit to members across the nation. Regular participation in the program has been proven to help older adults manage their health and increase strength, balance, and endurance.

Circulation Nation is a health and wellness studio that focuses on whole body wellness using vibration therapy, far infrared sauna sessions, alkaline water hydration and other natural health modalities with very little impact on the body, making it perfect for all ages.

A testimonial from the Silver Sneakers Fitness website extols the many benefits of the program. “Sandy Eberle was diagnosed with stage IV breast cancer in September 2012. She attended SilverSneakers classes during chemo.

It distracted her from the cancer and gave her a reason to get up and get moving every day. After Sandy’s mastectomy, the SilverSneakers classes replaced her physical therapy. Her oncologist was amazed by her progress. She went into remission in April 2013.”

Circulation Nation® has two locations in the Upstate: 423 The Parkway (Publix@ Thornblade off I-85 and Pelham Rd.), Greer area, and 654 Fairview Rd., Ste. 1 (across from Belk), Simpsonville. For more information, call 864-593-8217 for the former, and 864-558-4750 for the latter. Visit CirculationNation.com. See ad, page 60.

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It’s Yoga! Studio Features Kids Yoga Club

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t’s Yoga! Studio Kids Yoga Club at It’s Yoga! Studio will be four days of invigorating fun this month for children ages 5 to 11 with certified Angel Bear Yoga instructor Jackie Knafelc. Filled with creativity and full of yoga movements, there will also be dancing, singing, relaxing, stretching, drawing, creating, posing, meditating, tree hugging, and lots of love. “Children love doing yoga, especially when it feels like play. The sense of play allows kids to let loose, be silly, and have fun. The principles of yoga teach children kindness, sharing, compassion, mindfulness and much more—tools that will serve them for the rest of their lives!” says Kristi Ried-Barton, It’s Yoga! founder. Yoga also builds strength and balance, develops focus and confidence, and inspires children to be active and creative.

Jackie Knafelc is a Board Certified Special Education Teacher with over 14 years of experience in public and private schools. She is a certified Angel Bear Yoga Instructor. Her workshops are well known to give children the opportunity to build confidence and self-esteem, learning yoga poses and breathing with a focus on beauty and peace.

Kids Yoga Club will be held Monday through Thursday, June 16 to June 19, from noon to 2 p.m. A healthy snack each day will be included in the $80 cost.

It’s Yoga! Studio is located at 120 Halton Rd., Ste. 1, Greenville. For more information, call 864-354-2882 or visit ItsYogaStudio.com. See ad, page 60.

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Sailing the Reach Richard De Wolfe The Thousand Islands region of Ontario, Canada, fostered a childhood filled with adventure for Richard De Wolfe, who still identifies strongly with rural life. The forests, fields and mighty St. Lawrence River made the wonders of nature come alive for him.

A self-taught, professional freelance artist who works in both illustration and fine art, De Wolfe produced his first oneman show at age 18. It sold out and he went on to spend 25 years as an illustrator for corporations such as General Motors, Pepsi-Cola, Sears, Labatt and Sony.

Art connects us, acknowledges De Wolfe, adding, “The important thing is to help people see what I see and feel what I feel about a subject. What you paint is far less important than how you paint it.”

Sailing the Reach was commissioned as a retirement gift for a friend’s husband.

“It is their sailboat, loaded with their children and grandchildren,” explains De Wolfe. “They have spent every summer on this boat since the children were young.

The boat is still considered an important member of the family, even as they enjoy retirement.”

View the artist’s portfolio at RichardDeWolfe.com.

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Yummy Berries Cut Heart Attack Risk by a Third

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ating three or more servings of blueberries and strawberries a week may help women reduce their risk of a heart attack, according to research from the University of East Anglia, in collaboration with the Harvard School of Public Health. The berries contain high levels of powerful flavonoids called anthocyanins, which may help dilate arteries, counter buildup of plaque and provide other cardiovascular benefits.

Published in Circulation: Journal of the American Heart Association, the study involved 93,600 women ages 25 to 42 that completed questionnaires about their diet every four years for over 16 years.

Those that ate the most berries had a 32 percent reduction in heart attack risk compared with those that ate them once a month or less, even if they ate a diet rich in other fruits and vegetables.

“This is the first study to look at the impact of diet in younger and middleaged women,” remarks the study’s lead author, Aedín Cassidy, Ph.D., head of the university’s nutrition department. “Even at an early age, eating more of these fruits may reduce risk of a heart attack later in life.”

Saw Palmetto Combos Combat Enlarged Prostate

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hree studies published in 2013 support the effectiveness of saw palmetto (Serenoa repens) extract for the treatment of prostate inflammation and other symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), commonly called enlarged prostate. In addition, both lycopene, a dietary carotenoid with strong antioxidant value, and selenium, an essential trace element that promotes an optimal antioxidant/oxidant balance, have been shown to exert beneficial effects in BPH.

Researchers from Italy’s University of Catania studied 168 patients with prostate enlargement among nine urological medical clinics. Those taking a combination of saw palmetto, selenium and lycopene experienced greater reductions of inflammation markers and reduced risk of prostate cancer after three and six months of treatment.

In an Australian study from the University of Queensland’s School of Medicine of patients with BPH, 32 men took an encapsulated formula containing saw palmetto, lycopene and other plant extracts, while 25 men were given a placebo.

After three months of treatment, men receiving the herbal formulation experienced a 36 percent reduction in related symptoms, while the placebo group showed an 8 percent reduction. The herbal supplement group also showed a 15 percent reduction in daytime urination frequency and an almost 40 percent reduction in nighttime urination frequency.

The long-term effectiveness of saw palmetto supplementation was reinforced in a Russian study of 38 patients with early prostate enlargement. After 10 years of receiving 320 milligrams of saw palmetto extract per day, researchers found no progression of the condition among the patients.

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Tapping Acupressure Points Heals Trauma in Vets

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motional Freedom Techniques (EFT) may be an effective treatment for veterans that have been diagnosed with clinical posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), according to a study published in the Journal of Nervous and Mental Disease. EFT involves tapping on acupressure points while focusing on traumatic memories or painful emotions in order to release them.

As part of the Veterans’ Stress Project, an anonymous clinical study comprising more than 2,000 participants, 59 veterans with PTSD were randomly assigned to either receive strictly standard care or also experience six, hour-long, EFT sessions.

The psychological distress and PTSD symptoms showed significant reductions among veterans receiving the EFT sessions, with 90 percent matriculating out of the criteria for clinical PTSD. At a six-month follow-up, 80 percent of those participants still had symptoms below the clinical level for PTSD.

According to Deb Tribbey, national coordinator for the Veterans’ Stress Project, PTSD symptoms that can be resolved with the combined therapy include insomnia, anger, grief, hyper-vigilance and pain.

For more information, visit StressProject.org or EFTForVets.com.

Mindfulness Meditation Reduces the Urge to Light Up

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indfulness meditation training may help people overcome addiction by activating the brain centers involved in self-control and addictive tendencies, suggests research from the psychology departments of Texas Tech University and the University of Oregon.

Scientists led by Yi-Yuan Tang, Ph.D., studied 61 volunteers, including 27 smokers, randomly divided into groups that either received mindfulness meditation training or relaxation training. Two weeks later, after five hours of training, smoking among those in the meditative group decreased by 60 percent, while no significant reduction occurred in the relaxation group.

Brain imaging scans determined that the mindfulness meditation training produced increased activity in the anterior cingulate and the prefrontal cortex; regions associated with self-control. Past research led by Tang showed that smokers and those with other addictions exhibited less activity in these areas than those free of addictions. The current study previously determined that myelin and brain cell matter in these two brain regions increases through mindfulness meditation.

Beets Beat Down Blood Pressure

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wo small studies have linked beets with lower blood pressure. A study from the University of Reading, in England, served beet-fortified bread or bread without beets to 23 healthy men. Those that ate the fortified bread experienced reduced diastolic blood pressure and less artery stiffness during the six hours afterwards.

Australia’s Baker IDI Heart and Diabetes Institute studied 15 women and 15 men, divided randomly into groups that consumed either 500 grams of a placebo juice or beets with apple juice. During the 24 hours after consumption, the researchers noted a statistically significant reduction in systolic blood pressure of four to five points among the men drinking the beet juice.

A Good Midlife Diet Prolongs Health in Later Years

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Harvard Medical School study found that how well women age in their 70s is linked to the way they ate earlier in life. Researchers started with 10,670 healthy women in their late 50s and followed them for 15 years. Published in the Annals of Internal Medicine, the results saw fewer chronic diseases among women that followed diets heavy in plant-based foods during midlife; these women were also 34 percent more likely to live past 70. Those that ate most similarly to the Mediterranean diet had even better outcomes—a 46 percent greater likelihood of living past 70 without chronic diseases.

Eleven percent of the subjects qualified as healthy agers, which researchers defined as having no major chronic diseases, physical impairments, mental health problems or trouble with thinking and memory. According to lead author Cecilia Samieri, Ph.D., midlife exposures are thought to be a particularly relevant period because most health conditions develop slowly over many years.

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ecotip Fume Free

Tips to Clean Air Inside a Vehicle We look out for the quality of the air we breathe indoors and out and we aim to drive in the most fuel-conscious manner to keep emissions down. What about the air quality inside our vehicles during necessary hours on the road?

The Ecology Center, an Ann Arbor, Michigan, nonprofit, attests that extreme air temperatures inside cars on especially hot days can potentially increase the concentration of volatile organic compounds (VOC) and release chemicals and other ingredients from new-car dashboards, steering wheel columns and seats into the interior air. Some manufacturers are responding by greening their interiors: Toyota is using sugarcane to replace plastic; Ford has turned to soy foam instead of polyurethane foam; and Land Rover is tanning its leather with vegetables, not chromium sulfate.

Carbon monoxide seeping in from engine combustion can cause headaches, dizziness, nausea and fatigue and even trigger asthma. The potential exists “if there’s a leak in the system between the engine and the rear of the vehicle and there’s even a small hole in the body structure,” advises Tony Molla, a vice president with the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence. “Have the exhaust system inspected by a certified technician to make sure everything is secure and not rusted or leaking.”

Also have the cabin air filter checked. Part of the ventilation system, it helps trap pollen, bacteria, dust and exhaust gases in air conditioning, heating and ventilation systems and prevents leaves, bugs and other debris from entering the interior, according to the Car Care Council. Most vehicle manufacturers recommend changing it every 12,000 to 15,000 miles. (Find a range of educational information at CarCare.org.)

It’s always beneficial to have fresh air entering the vehicle when driving. Open a window slightly or blow the air conditioning on low in the vent position when not in heavy traffic.

“Don’t run it on the recycle or max A/C mode for long periods to make sure you’re getting fresh outside air in and flushing out any contaminants in the cabin air,” adds Molla.

Using sun reflectors and visors helps keep interior temperatures down. Check local motor vehicle departments for state policies regarding tinted windows, which can reduce heat, glare and UV exposure. It always helps to park in the shade.

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Auger Family Chiropractic

For A Better Life

by Michele Senac

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ith over 21 years’ experience in chiropractic, including numerous academic awards and a contributing authorship of the award-winning book, The World’s Best Kept Secret Revealed, Dr. George A. Auger also manages to serve as chairman of the board of directors of Palmetto State Chiropractic Association, and as adjunct instructor at his alma mater, Sherman College of Chiropractic.

Auger Family Chiropractic opened in 1993 in Greenville. Auger shares that chiropractic has been a part of his life from early childhood. His uncle was a chiropractor and encouraged Auger, telling him what a great chiropractor he would make. Entering Geneva College, he was undecided and eventually chose engineering and mathematics. Although he was successful in engineering, he never lost interest in chiropractic and three years later he went back to school.

“Health care in general had become a profession that treated symptoms, yet did not look at the underlying causes.

Many practitioners try to suppress aches or pains rather than figuring out why they are present,” says Auger.

“Our approach is to look at where the spine is malfunctioning. Because spinal alignment either allows proper or altered nerve function, our focus is to work on alignment of the spine, clearing out nerve pathways,” explains Auger.

A new patient can expect a thorough evaluation of the spine and nervous system through physical examination and state-of-the-art technology. A thermographic scan detects how the nervous system is functioning. Comprehensive postural analysis is done to determine how the patient structurally holds him/ herself, and spinal X-rays are taken.

After a study of the findings, Auger and patient meet together to discuss the treatment plan. “Many people want me to make them well. I am an assistant in this process and education of my patients is important. I take time with my patients in that educational process,” shares Auger. “I have a much

bigger picture. It is not just about getting the symptoms or the crisis to go away.

I believe it is the chiropractor’s primary responsibility to reconnect the brain with the body by making sure there are clear pathways for nerve transmission,” notes Auger.

Auger offers two educational Healthy Living Workshops each month which focus on the foundations for health and healing, and ways to achieve optimal health. The workshops are free and open to everyone. A Wellness Library is available on the website, providing rich resources for wellness.

For health and vibrancy, Auger advises, “One of the most important things is to not be reactive, but to be proactive. Move towards health rather than away from illness. I recommend eating a good diet, drinking pure water, exercising, having a positive mental attitude and good posture, using stress reduction techniques, and taking care of the nervous system.”

Auger Family Chiropractic is located at 1315 Haywood Rd., Greenville. For more information, call 864-322-2828 or visit AugerChiro.com. See ad, page 6.

Michele Senac is a contributing editor for Natural Awakenings, a writer and author. She is certified in interior redesign, home staging and feng shui. Contact FineRedesigns.com or AroundTheTableCookbook.com. See ad, page 13.

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globalbriefs News and resources to inspire concerned citizens to work together in building a healthier, stronger society that benefits all.

Father Factor

Involved Dads Make for Smarter, Happier Kids It’s well known that involving fathers from the start in children’s lives has a significant positive impact on their development, including the greater economic security of having more than one parent. Yet, there’s more to the “father effect”.

Numerous studies have found that children growing up in a household with a father present show superior outcomes in intelligence tests, particularly in nonverbal, or spatial, reasoning that’s integral in mathematics, science and engineering. The IQ advantage is attributed to the way that fathers interact with their children, with an emphasis on the manipulation of objects like blocks, roughhousing and outdoor activities, rather than languagebased activities. A study of Chinese parents found that it was a father’s warmth toward his child that was the ultimate factor in predicting the child’s future academic success.

A recent Canadian study from Concordia University provides new insights into a father’s impact on a daughter’s emotional development, as well. Lead researcher Erin Peugnot concluded, “Girls whose fathers lived with them when they were in middle childhood (ages 6 to 10) demonstrated less sadness, worry and shyness as preteens (ages 9 to 13) compared with girls whose fathers did not live with them,” he says.

Source: HappyChild.com.au

Honeybee Hit

Scientists Nab Fungicide as Bee Killer Colony collapse disorder, the mysterious mass die-off of honeybees that pollinate $30 billion worth of crops in the U.S., has been well documented, with toxic insecticides identified as the primary culprits. Now, scientists at the University of Maryland and the U.S. Department of Agriculture have expanded the identification of components of the toxic brew of pesticides and fungicides contaminating pollen and decimating the bee colonies that collect it to feed their hives.

A study of eight agricultural chemicals associated with increased risk of infection by parasites found that bees that ate pollen contaminated with fungicides were three times as likely to be infected. Widely used fungicides had previously been accepted as harmless for bees because they are designed to kill fungus, not insects.

Dennis vanEngelsdorp, the study’s lead author, states, “There’s growing evidence that fungicides may be affecting the bees on their own, highlighting a need to reassess how we label these agricultural chemicals.” Labels on pesticides warn farmers not to spray when pollinating bees are in the vicinity, but such precautions have not applied to fungicides.

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Love Matters

Connectedness Ranks Above Power and Fame It seems that fame and fortune are less important to us than our connections with fellow human beings, after all. A study conducted by Queendom.com and PsychTests.com in 2012 and 2013 applying their proprietary Values Profile Test with 2,163 people showed they only moderately valued money and power, at best, which took a backseat to social values on a personal level.

This revelation comes on the heels of another study on career motivation that similarly showed a drop in participants’ consuming desire for money and power in the workplace.

The researchers at Queendom.com assessed 34 separate facets within six categories of values—social, aesthetic, theoretical, traditional, realistic and political. The five top-scoring facets were empathy, family and friends, appreciation of beauty, hard work/diligence, altruism and the importance of helping others. Financial security came in 24th place and power was near last at 29th in importance. Ethics/morals placed 10th.

For more information, visit Queendom. com.

Loan Leeway

Nonprofit Works to Lower Student Debt A small nonprofit named SponsorChange.org, recipient of the nationally recognized Dewey Winburne Community Service Award for “do-gooders”, is pioneering a way to help college graduates battle student loan debt by applying their skills on behalf of nonprofit community organizations. Researchers at ProjectOnStudentDebt.org say seven of 10 college students that graduated in 2013 owed money on a student loan, each averaging nearly $30,000 in debt.

With SponsorChange, graduates with student loan debt sign up to help participating organizations, earning credits while adding work experience and leadership roles to their résumés. Organization donors sign up to reimburse the workers for their time by helping to pay down their student loans through tax-deductible funding. All see specific results for their contributions to worthy causes.

Imperiled Parks

Laws Permit Oil and Gas Drilling in Iconic Public Lands News that the U.S. Department of the Interior will allow drilling for oil and gas in a proposed wilderness area in southern Utah’s Desolation Canyon puts a spotlight on the practice. A report by the Center for American Progress reveals that 42 national parks are at risk, including 12 where oil and gas drilling is currently underway and 30 where it could be in the near future.

Among the threatened wild places are iconic American national parklands, including Grand Teton, in Wyoming, Mesa Verde, Great Sand Dunes and Dinosaur National Monument, in Colorado, Santa Monica Mountains, in California, Glen Canyon, in Arizona, Carlsbad Caverns and Chaco Canyon, in New Mexico, Everglades and Gulf Islands, in Florida, Arches and Canyonlands, in Utah, and Glacier, in Montana.

The reality is that all public lands, including national parks and wildlife refuges, are potentially open to oil and gas leasing unless they are designated as “wilderness”, the highest form of land protection designated by the government.

Source: The Wilderness Society (Tinyurl.com/NationalParkDrilling)

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THE HEALING POWER OF STORY

How Telling Our Truths Can Set Us Free

by Judith Fertig

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fter his deployment in Iraq, U.S. Marine Captain Tyler Boudreau returned home in 2004 with post-traumatic stress syndrome and an emotional war wound that experts now call a “moral injury”. He could only sleep for an hour or two at night. He refused to take showers or leave the house for long periods of time. He and his wife divorced. “My body was home, but my head was still there [in Iraq],” he recounts.

At first, Boudreau tried to make sense of his conflicted feelings by writing fiction. Then he wrote a detailed, nonfiction analysis of his deployment, but that didn’t help, either. In 2009 he wrote a memoir, Packing Inferno: The Unmaking of a Marine, that came closer to conveying his personal truth.

“I needed to get back into the story,” he says, so he could pull his life back together in Northampton, Massachusetts.

Like Boudreau, we all have stories—ongoing and ever-changing— that we tell ourselves to make sense of our lives. They can help us heal and powerfully guide us through life, or just as powerfully, hold us back.

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In 1949, Sarah Lawrence College Professor Joseph Campbell published The Hero with a Thousand Faces, in which he outlined a master monomyth.

It involves leaving everyday life and answering a call to adventure, getting help from others along the way, facing adversity and returning with a gift, or boon, for ourselves and others. It’s a basic pattern of human existence, with endless variations.

Power to Heal the Body

How does telling our truth help heal our body? Professor James Pennebaker, Ph.D., chair of psychology at the University of Texas at Austin, is a pioneer in the mindbody benefits of story, which he explores in Opening Up: The Healing Power of Expressing Emotions. In the late 1980s, while consulting for the Texas prison system, Pennebaker discovered that when suspects lied while taking polygraph tests, their heart rate rose, but when they confessed the truth, they relaxed.

“Our cells know the truth,” writes microbiologist Sondra Barrett, Ph.D., who also blogs at SondraBarrett.com, in Secrets of Your Cells, “Our physiol-

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ogy responds to what we’re thinking, including what we don’t want people to know.” When we are afraid to tell a story and keep it in, “Our cells broadcast a signal of danger,” she explains.

“Molecules of adrenalin, along with stress hormones, connect with receptors on heart, muscle and lung cells— and in the case of long-term sustained stress, immune cells.”

We experience increased heart rate, tense muscles, shortness of breath and lower immunity when we’re stressed. She notes, “When we release the stories and feelings that torment us, our cells respond with great relief and once again become havens of safety.”

We need to tell our stories even in facing life-threatening illness, and maybe because of it. Dr. Shayna Watson, an oncologist at the Cancer Centre of Southeastern Ontario, in Canada, encourages physicians to listen to patients. “In the name of efficiency,” she reports in an article in Canadian Family Physician, “it’s easy to block out patients’ stories and deal only with the ‘facts’, to see the chat, the time and the stories as luxuries for when there is a cancellation. The study of narrative tells us, however, that in these easily neglected moments we might find more than we expect; there can be understanding, relationship building and healing—the elements of our common humanity.”

A current problem is but a dot on the entire timeline of a person’s existence. By keeping their larger story in mind, patients can find a wider perspective, with the strength and resolve to heal, while the physician can see the patient as a person, rather than a diagnosis.

Power to Heal Emotions

“Telling your story may be the most powerful medicine on Earth,” says Dr. Lissa Rankin, the author of Mind Over Medicine, who practices integrative medicine in Mill Valley, California. She’s tested the concept firsthand. “So many of us are tormented by the insane idea that we’re separate, disconnected beings, suffering all by our little lonesome selves,” she observes. “That’s exactly how I felt when I started blogging, as if I was the only one in the whole wide

world who had lost her mojo and longed to get it back. Then I started telling my story—and voilà! Millions of people responded to tell me how they had once lost theirs and since gotten it back.”

They did it by telling their stories, witnessed with loving attention by others that care. “Each of us is a constantly unfolding narrative, a hero in a novel no one else can write. Yet, so many of us leave our stories untold, our songs unsung,” remarks Rankin. “When this happens, we wind up feeling lonely, listless and out of touch with our life purpose. We are plagued with a chronic sense that something is out of alignment.

We may even wind up feeling unworthy, unloved or sick,” says Rankin, who blogs on related topics at LissaRankin.com.

Power to Heal a Family

Sometimes, writing a new story can help keep families connected. Kansas City, Missouri, author and columnist Deborah Shouse took an unplanned and unwanted, yet ultimately rewarding journey with her mother through Alzheimer’s disease. Shouse discovered that as her mother was losing her memory and identity through dementia, crafting a new narrative helped her family hold it together, a process she details in Love in the Land of Dementia.

“You have to celebrate the person who is still with you,” Shouse says, noting we may discover a different, but still interesting, person that communicates in ways other than talking. She recommends employing a technique she calls The Hero Project, which she developed with her partner, Ron Zoglin. It uses words, photos and craft supplies in what Shouse

“By sharing our stories together and finding common ground, we lay the groundwork for world peace and much more.” ~Rev. Patrick McCollum terms “word-scrapping” to generate and tell a new story that helps keep the personal connection we have with our loved one and make visits more positive.

She shares more supportive insights at DeborahShouseWrites.wordpress.com.

Sharing an old story may also provide a rare link to the past for a person with dementia. “Savor and write down the stories you’re told, even if you hear certain ones many times,” Shouse counsels. “By writing down the most often-repeated stories, you create a legacy to share with family, friends and other caregivers.”

Power of the Wrong Story

Our thoughts are a shorthand version of a longer life story, says author Byron Katie, a self-help specialist from Ojai, California, who addresses reader stories via blog posts at ByronKatie.com. Sometimes we tell ourselves the wrong story, one that keeps us from realizing our full potential, while making us miserable at the same time. Examples might include “I will always be overweight,” “My partner doesn’t love me” or “I’m stuck here.”

Katie’s book, Who Would You Be Without Your Story? explores how we often take what happens in our lives, create a story with negative overtones,

believe that version of the story and make ourselves unhappy. “The cause of suffering is the thought that we’re believing it,” she says. By questioning our stories, turning them around and crafting new and more truthful ones, we can change our lives.

Power to Heal the Community

Humorist, speaker, and professional storyteller Kim Weitkamp, of Christiansburg, Virginia, knows that the power of story creates wider ripples. She sees it happen every time she performs at festivals and events around the country.

“It is naturally in our DNA to communicate in story form,” she advises. “The power of story causes great revelation and change in those that listen.”

She cites supporting studies conducted by psychologists Marshall Duke, Ph.D., and Robyn Fivush, Ph.D., at the Emory Center for Myth and Ritual in American Life, in Atlanta, Georgia. “They found that children—at ages 4, 14, 44 or 104, because we’re all children at heart—are more resilient and happy and rebound faster from stress when they know their family stories. They know they’re part of something that’s bigger than themselves that people in their family have kept going,” says Weitkamp.

“When people leave a storytelling event, they leave telling stories,” she says with a smile, “and that results in happier and healthier families and communities.”

Judith Fertig tells stories about food at AlfrescoFoodAndLifestyle.blogspot.com from Overland Park, KS.

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Change is the law of life. And those who look only to the past or present are certain to miss the future. ~John F. Kennedy

Honing Your True Story Write the Truth

James Pennebaker and fellow researchers at the University of Texas at Austin found that a simple writing exercise can help free people from emotional burdens, as first reported in the Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology.

Here’s how to apply it: Every morning for four consecutive days, write down feelings about what is bothersome: Something you are thinking or worrying about too much.

Something you feel is affecting your life in an unhealthy way.

Something you have been avoiding for days, weeks or years.

The idea is to write about the emotions that surround this thing you’re reluctant to admit or speak about. Pennebaker says it’s not necessary to reread what’s written or tell anyone about it.

The simple act of writing down emotions surrounding a story begins the process of releasing it and relaxing.

Story Slams

The Moth organization features true stories told live by people of all ages on The Moth Radio Hour, the Internet and at group story “slams” around the world.

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casts. They can then record a two-minute story pitch in order to be accepted as a live storyteller during a future slam.

Ask and Answer

Moving through the process Byron Katie calls “the work” uncovers the truth about the stories we are telling ourselves in order to create newer, healthier ones.

First, think of a negative thought that’s worrying you, such as “I’m stuck.” Next, ask four questions about it.

Is it true?

Can I absolutely know it’s true?

How do I react—what happens—when I believe that thought?

Who would I be without the thought?

Now write down honest answers, which might be something like: “I’m not really stuck, I just think I am. Deep down, I know I have the power to move forward, but am unsure about the direction or way to go about it, so I feel anxious. Without the thought of ‘I’m stuck,’ I would feel freer to find a solution.”

Then, turn those thoughts around, for example, to, “Really, when I think about it, I feel much freer than when I deny or gloss over my erroneous thought.” When we turn around a specific limiting thought, we can experience the power of letting go of not only a misguided, but ultimately untrue internal story.

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f you think you know what life coaching is all about, think again.

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Greyerbiehl holds four advanced degrees, has over 25 years’ experience as a life coach, and 30 years’ experience as a professional certified counselor, communications specialist, professor and professional trainer.

Greyerbiehl developed a process that helps clients define what they want and identify barriers that will not allow them to move forward. “I know for a fact that when you have big barriers, you cannot move forward,” says Greyerbiehl. Moving a client from a negative mindset to a positive one is an essential part of the program.

The program teaches how to achieve positivity and, if negativity slips in, how to reverse it in the moment. “It has been proven that when we are in a positive mindset, a sense of well-being is experienced and decisions, choices and relationships become optimal. We

make clients conscious of the negative barriers and their consequences as well as being conscious of positivity and its consequences,” explains Greyerbiehl.

InSight Transformation Life Coaching Training is based on psychological research and neuroscience to elicit a positive brain state as a foundation for inspired living, optimal performance and excellent decision-making. It teaches conscious control of a positive mindset in order to develop a new way for living and working.

InSight Transformation Life Coach Training also offers a professional program to become a certified transformation coach. At the completion of 80 academic hours and 50 coaching hours, students are eligible to apply for additional certifications by the International Coaching Federation (ICF) and the Center for Credentialing Education (CCE). Greyerbiehl shares that initially the program focuses on identifying barriers and negativity in addition to ways of identifying strengths and what is wanted in life. Additionally, teaching ways to create transformation from a fear-based survival mindset to a mindful positive one is critical. As the

training progresses, in-depth study of the brain and positive psychology tools occur.

Techniques and tools are taught for managing problems, building a positive mindset, and how DNA and genetics can be changed. “This is based on cognitive neuroscience and positive psychology. The brain can be changed to a more positive bias rather than a negative one,” notes Greyerbiehl.

To experience a sample coaching session, a complimentary 60-90 minute consultation for potential clients and students is offered. “We want you to be your own coach.

What I have seen with people who have had the training is that there is something different about them—they have resilience. They have the tools for getting barriers out of the way and for building positivity in their lives,” adds Greyerbiehl.

InSight Transformation Life Coach Training is located at 25 Woods Lake Rd, Ste. 207, Greenville. For more information, call 864-282-8989 or visit LifeCoachingInstitute.net. See ad, page 27.

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dent Katherine Dreyer, co-founder and CEO of ChiWalking.

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Try new techniques and terrain. “The body is smart and efficient. It must be constantly challenged in safe ways and tricked into burning more calories,” says Malin Svensson, founder and President of Nordic Walking USA. She suggests taking the stairs or strolling on sand to strengthen the legs and heart.

Dreyer recommends ascending hills sideways (crossing one foot over the other) to engage new muscles and protect the calves and Achilles tendons. She also suggests walking backwards for 30 steps every five minutes during a 30-minute walk to reestablish proper posture.

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Push with poles. Compelling the body forward with Nordic walking poles can burn 20 to 46 percent more calories than regular walking, reports Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport. Svensson explains, “Applying pressure to the poles activates abdominal, chest, back and triceps muscles, which necessitates more oxygen and thereby raises the heart rate.” The basic technique is: plant, push and walk away.

Practical Tips

Mindful Tips

by Lane Vail

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ippocrates called walking “man’s best medicine,” and Americans agree: According to the U.S. Surgeon General, walking is America’s most popular form of fitness. It’s free, convenient and simple. The Foundation for Chronic Disease Prevention reveals that 10,000 daily steps help lower blood pressure, shed pounds, decrease stress, and reduce the risk of heart disease and

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Breathe. Belly breathing calms the parasympathetic nervous system, expands lung capacity and improves circulation. Inhale through the nose, fill the belly and expel through the mouth, advises Asheville, North Carolina, resi-

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Feel the Earth move under your (bare) feet. Improve mood, reduce pain and deepen sleep by going outside barefoot, says Dr. Laura Koniver, of Charleston, South Carolina, a featured expert in the documentary, The Grounded. “The

Earth’s surface contains an infinite reservoir of free electrons, which, upon contact with the body, can neutralize damage from free radicals,” she says.

Notice nature. Alexandra Horowitz, author of On Looking: Eleven Walks with Expert Eyes, finds walking outdoors infinitely more engaging than exercising in the gym. Seek out woodsy hikes, scenic waterways or historic downtowns, and “open up to experiencing the world,” she says.

Practice moving meditation. To lighten a heavy mood, “Imagine your chest as a window through which energy, fresh air, sunshine, even rain, can pour into and through you as you walk,” says Dreyer. To ground a scattered mind, she suggests focusing on connecting one’s feet with the Earth.

Creative Tips

Make fresh air a social affair. A group walk can boost performance levels of participants, says Dennis Michele, president of the American Volkssport Association, which promotes fun, fitness and friendship through noncompetitive, year-round walking events.

Horowitz suggests strolling with friends and sharing sensory discoveries.

“A fresh perspective can help tune you into the great richness of ordinary environments often overlooked,” she says.

Ditch the distraction of electronic devices. Horowitz views walking texters as “hazards and obstacles, nonparticipants in the environment.” Australian researcher Siobhan Schabrun, Ph.D., reveals the science behind the sentiment in her recent University of Queensland study. The brain, she found, prioritizes texting over walking, resulting in “slowing down, deviating from a straight line and walking like robots, with the arms, trunk and head in one rigid line, which makes falling more likely.”

Walking a dog brings mutual benefits.

Dr. John Marshall, chief oncologist at Georgetown University Hospital, in Washington, D.C., prescribes dog walking to his cancer patients, asserting it yields better outcomes than chemotherapy. For maximum enjoyment, strive to hit a stride, advises Carla Ferris, owner of Washington, D.C. dog-walking company Wagamuffin.

Be a fanny pack fan. Fanny packs, unlike backpacks, which can disturb natural torso rotation, comfortably store identification, phone, keys and water, says Svensson. Ferris agrees: “Walks are so much more enjoyable hands-free.”

Walk while you work. Much of the independent and collaborative work at Minneapolis finance company SALO emerges as employees walk slowly on ergonomic treadmill desks. “Being up, active and forward-moving on the treadmill benefits productivity,” says cofounder Amy Langer. Alternatively, consider investing in a cordless headset or standing desk. “Most anything you can do sitting, you can do standing, and supporting your own body weight is almost as beneficial as walking,” she says.

A study reported in the journal Diabetologia suggests that sedentary time combined with periods of moderate-to-vigorous exercise poses a greater health risk than being gently active throughout the day. Dreyer’s mantra?

“The body is wise. Listen when it says, ‘Get up and walk a bit.’”

Lane Vail is a freelance writer in South Carolina. Connect at WriterLane.com.

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ABI Research, a technology market intelligence company, revealed the growing popularity of consumer health and wellness technologies in its latest market projections for wearable, health-related devices. Estimates are that 80 million wearable monitoring devices, including heart monitors and biosensors that read body temperature and motion, will be sold by 2016.

When Clint, a global market research firm, conducted its most recent Fitness and Technology Survey, its findings showed technology at work.

Based on 745 online interviews with people in seven countries, 72 percent of exercisers embraced some type of technology, including smartphone apps, to support their fitness routines two or more times a week.

In recent years, amateur and professional athletes have increasingly benefited from technological advances that help them chart, improve upon and customize their fitness routines.

Tracking fitness progress and weight loss is now just clicks away with personal devices such as a Wi-Fi scale, which accurately measures weight, body fat percentage and body mass index. Online graphs chart the individual’s progress.

While the typical setting for measuring blood pressure and heart rate used to be in a physician’s office, hospital or pharmacy, new digital wrist blood pressure and heart monitors now allow exercise enthusiasts to do it themselves, wherever they are, helping ensure they are not exceeding the safety parameters of their fitness programs. User-friendly digital pocket pedometers and wireless activityduring-sleep wristbands both work in conjunction with a downloaded app to allow self-monitoring. Exercisers can track steps; distances walked cycled or swum; calories burned; total active minutes; and how long and how well they sleep.

In some U.S. fitness centers, members have an option of working with an automated, virtual, personal trainer.

This almost-do-it-yourself approach to professionally guided fitness begins with a survey of an individual’s lifestyle and goals to create a personalized fit-

ness regimen. Each time exercisers go to the center, they insert a key into a “smart trainer”, generating the day’s 30-minute customized workout. The technology focuses primarily on helping clients manage weight and maintain muscle.

Other technologies, such as medicalgrade, pneumatic [air] compression boot systems, are facilitating at-home recovery for hip and knee surgery patients and quicker muscle recovery for serious athletes. Air-filled chambers remain inflated as pressure cycles sequentially move from the foot up the leg. The cycles flush out waste and replenish blood supplies to the muscles.

More complex bio-analyzing systems retrieve feedback from the body’s electromagnetic fields, the multiple energy meridians and the frequencies of the body’s cells and organs. “Such systems are largely used by chiropractors, naturopaths, physical therapists and acupuncturists,” says Loran Swensen, CEO of Innergy Development, which owns AO Scan, maker of the Magnetic Resonance Bio-Analyzer.

For people that struggle with traditional workouts or physical limitations, whole-body vibration technology may be a solution. “When you stand on the oscillating platform, the body reacts to the vertical vibratory stimulus with an involuntary muscle contraction; depending on the speed, muscles can react up to 23 times per second,” advises Linda Craig, co-owner of Circulation Nation, in Greer, South Carolina. Similar platforms are becoming commonplace in chiropractic practices.

Consumer applications of medical devices have led to the home use of additional sophisticated technologies like laser therapy. Successfully used for more than 30 years in Europe to treat trauma, inflammation, overuse injuries and cosmetic issues, as well as to provide pain relief and healing, some forms have recently been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

With 129,397,925 gym members worldwide according to a recent International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association report, it’s safe to predict that consumer demand ensures even more significant technological advances are in our near future.

Linda Sechrist is a senior staff writer for Natural Awakenings. natural awakenings

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“While walking my dog,

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I forage fruit as I find it. One day

Living Off the Land

I found and ate a few blackberries, a yellow wild plum and then a

Low- and No-Cost Ways to Feed a Family

pinkish wild plum.” ~ Jill Nussinow

by Avery Mack

Whether it’s membership in a food co-op, tending a backyard garden or balcony tomato plant or foraging in the woods for edibles, living off the land means cleaner, fresher and more nutritious food on the table.

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o switch from running to the market to stepping into a home garden for fresh produce, it’s best to start small. Smart gardeners know it’s easy to be overwhelmed by a big plot so they plan ahead with like-minded friends to swap beans for tomatoes or zucchini for okra to add variety. If one household is more suited to freezing excess harvests while another cans or dehydrates, more trades are in the offing. Start kids by having them plant radishes, a crop that will give even the most impatient child quick results.

“You can’t do everything yourself,” counsels Kathie Lapcevic, a farmer, freelance writer and teacher in Columbia Falls, Montana. “I have a huge garden, expanded now into about 7,000 square feet, that provides 65 percent of what our family eats,” she says. “On the other hand, I can’t imagine life without nut butter and found I can’t grow Brussels sprouts. A few trips to the store are inevitable.”

Lapcevic plants non-GMO, heirloom varieties of seeds in her chemical-free garden. She adds a new variety or two each year and reminds peers that it takes a while to build good soil. Three years ago, she also added pollinator beehives on the property.

Their honey reduces the amount of processed sugar the family uses.

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From Libby, Montana, Chaya Foedus blogs on her store website PantryParatus.com about kitchen selfsufficiency. “Foraging is a good way to give children a full sensory experi-

ence,” she remarks. “We turn a hike into a mission to find and learn about specific foods, where they come from and what to do with them.” To start, select one easily identifiable item for the kids to pick. “In Libby, that’s huckleberries,” says Foedus. “Similar to blueberries, they grow on a bush, so they’re easy to see and pick. Huckleberries don’t grow in captivity—it’s a completely foraged economy.”

Michelle Boatright, a graphic designer and hunter of wild plants in Bristol, Tennessee, learned eco-friendly ways to forage from a game warden friend. Five years later, her bookcase

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hristopher Nyerges, of Pasadena, California, author of Guide to Wild Food and Useful Plants and Foraging California, has spent 40 years teaching others to find free food safely as part of an ongoing curriculum (SchoolOfSelf-Reliance.com). He knows, “Wherever you live, common weeds and native plants can supplement food on the table.”

He particularly likes to use acorns as a food extender, grinding them into a powder and mixing it 50/50 with flour to make bread and pancakes. For greens, he likes lamb’s quarters (Chenopodium album), a weed that crowds out native plants, but is easily found, nutritious and versatile. He uses the leaves like spinach and adds the seeds to soup or bread batter. He likens it to quinoa.

Nyerges characterizes himself as a lazy gardener. “Forget having a tra-

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ditional lawn. Grow food, not grass,” he says. “I like plants that take care of themselves and then of me.”

Purslane (Portulaca oleracea) and New Zealand spinach (Tetragonia tetragonioides) are good edible ground covers. Purslane leaves add a lemonpepper crunch. “If the neighbors complain, plant some nasturtiums—they’re pretty and good to eat, too,” he notes.

Varieties of cactus, like the prickly pear, are also edible; remove the thorns and cook the pads with tofu or eggs.

“I’m all for using technology, but know how to get by without it, too,” Nyerges advises. “There’s no such thing as total self-sufficiency. What we can be is self-reliant and knowledgeable users. Begin by learning and applying one thing.” He’s found, “There aren’t directions to follow; the path to self-reliance is different for each person.”

holds 30 books on edible plants—she brings two with her on excursions. “When in doubt, leave a plant alone. It’s too easy to make a mistake,” she advises. “Know how to harvest, too—take only about 10 percent of what’s there and leave the roots, so it can grow back.

“For example, ramps, a wild leek, take seven years to cultivate,” says Boatright. “Overharvesting can wipe out years’ worth of growth. In Tennessee, it’s illegal to harvest ramps in state parks. Mushrooms are more apt to regrow, but leave the small ones.”

As for meat, “I was raised to never shoot a gun, but to make my own bows and arrows,” recalls Bennett Rea, a writer and survivalist in Los Angeles, California.

“Dad used Native American skills, tools and viewpoints when he hunted. Bow hunting kept our family from going hungry for a few lean years and was always done with reverence. It’s wise to take only what you need, use what you take and remember an animal gave its life to sustain yours.”

Rea uses several methods for obtaining local foods. “Living here makes it easier due to the year-round growing season. For produce, I volunteer for a

Foraging 101

by Chaya Foedus 4 Start small.

4 Get permission before picking on private property.

4 Make sure no chemical fertilizers or pesticides were used.

4 It’s easy to mistake a poisonous lookalike for an edible plant. Learn to identify both before picking.

4 Skip the mushrooms at first—learn from an experienced mushroomer before going solo.

4 Always taste-test at home; the woods are not the place to cope with a surprise allergic reaction.

4 Make a day of it. Enjoy the outdoors, learn more about native plants and invite kindred spirits along on the hunt.

Source: Adapted from PantryParatus.com.

local CSA [community supported agriculture] collective. One hour of volunteering earns 11 pounds of free, sustainably farmed, organic produce—everything from kale to tangerines to cilantro.

“Bartering is also an increasingly popular trend,” he notes. “I make my own hot sauce and trade it for high-end foods and coffee from friends and neighbors. Several of us have now rented a plot in a community garden to grow more of our own vegetables. I only buy from stores the items I can’t trade for or make myself—usually oats, milk, cheese

and olive oil.”

Truly good food is thoughtfully, sustainably grown or harvested.

It travels fewer miles; hasn’t been sprayed with toxins or been chemically fertilized; is fresh; ripens on the plant, not in a truck or the store; and doesn’t come from a factory farm. The old saying applies here: “If you want something done right, you have to do it yourself.”

Avery Mack is a freelance writer in St. Louis, MO. Connect via AveryMack@mindspring.com.

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inger-songwriter Jack Johnson’s touring concerts have almost always doubled as fundraisers for local environmental nonprofits. “Early on, we recognized that we could not only fill a room, but also raise funds and awareness for nonprofit groups we believe in,” says Johnson.

Then, as he started playing larger venues, “I realized the power of touring to connect our fans with local nonprofits in every town we played.”

Johnson and his wife, Kim, also founded two environmentally focused charitable foundations, and during the past five years, all of his tour proceeds have been donated to them, in turn going to hundreds of environmental education nonprofits worldwide. The enabling commercial success began in 2001 when his debut album successfully established this Oahu, Hawaiian’s trademark mellow surf-rocker style.

Since then, he’s released five more studio albums, including the most recent, From Here to Now to You. “While I have so much gratitude for the support our music receives, for me, music has always been a hobby, a side thing. It grew into a way to work in the nonprofit world.

Being engaged in environmental education almost feels like my real job, and the music’s something we’re lucky enough to provide to fund related causes,” says Johnson.

As the size of his audiences grows, so does the size of his potential environmental footprint. On the road, Johnson’s team works with the Sustainable Biodiesel Alliance to fuel

all tour trucks, buses and generators. Comprehensive conservation efforts including refillable water bottle stations, plus organic cotton T-shirts and reusable or biodegradable food service ware are standard at his shows. “We try to be environmentally conscious every step of the way,” says Johnson.

“Our record cases and posters use recycled paper and ecofriendly inks. We record albums in my solar-powered studio.

It’s an ongoing learning process and conversation as we find even better ways to do things.”

Johnson’s team often requests increased recycling efforts and use of energy-efficient light bulbs at venues, advancing long-term eco-changes everywhere they perform. He explains, “Our thinking is that once they change the light bulbs for us, they’re not going to go back to the old light bulbs after we leave. Many venue managers tell us they have stuck with the improvements because they realize that they’re easy to do.”

Marine pollution and single-use plastics are issues high on the musician’s environmental list, but the topic he’s most passionate about is food. In his home state of Hawaii, 90 percent of food is imported. “The idea of supporting your local food system is a big deal in our family and we take that point of view on the road because it’s a vital issue anywhere you go,” he says.

At each tour stop, all of the band’s food is sourced within a specific radius. Johnson also works with radio stations to promote regional farming, helping to build community and fan awareness of the benefits of supporting local farms.

At home, Johnson has solar panels on the roof and drives an electric car. The entire family, including three children,

participates in recycling, worm composting and gardening.

“It’s fun to take what we learn at home on the road and bring good things we learn on the road home,” he says.

The Swiss Family Robinson is one of the family’s favorite books. “We love figuring out ways to apply ideas,” he remarks. “For our first water catchment system, we got 50-gallon drums previously used for oil and vinegar from a bread bakery and attached spigots. The kids were so excited to watch them fill the first time it rained.”

Johnson finds that all of the facets of his life work together. For example, “Music is a social thing for me. I get to share it with people. Surfing is where I find a lot of balance; it’s a more private time. But I also come up with lyrics and musical ideas while I’m surfing.”

Johnson’s approach to inspiring all generations to be conscious of the environment is to focus on the fun, because it’s easy to become overwhelmed by the big picture. Understanding that his own kids are among the future stewards of planet Earth, he works diligently to instill values of creativity and free thinking.

Johnson reflects, “When I look at things that are in the world now that we would have never dreamed possible when we were growing up, I recognize how much can change in one generation. Looking for answers that aren’t there yet—things nobody’s thought of—that’s what’s going to solve problems.”

Meredith Montgomery publishes Natural Awakenings of Mobile/Baldwin, AL (HealthyLivingHealthyPlanet.com).

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Telling Your Pet’s Story Scrapbooks Strut their Stuff

by Sandra Murphy

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or many, handwritten letters bundled with ribbon, pressed flowers and fading photographs have been replaced by emails, computerized cards and digital images, with the notable exception of scrapbooks.

A scrapbook, done right, is a memorabilia treasure chest. Pages are embellished, decorated and personalized to bring memories alive. Pets get to strut their stuff, too. Mary Anne Benedetto, author of Write Your Pet’s Life Story in 7 Easy Steps, in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, says that no matter the species, each pet has special qualities or quirks and a tale to tell.

Liisa Kyle, Ph.D., founder of CoachingForCreativePeople.com, in

Seattle, Washington, also trains candidates for Guide Dogs for

the Blind. “The pup comes to me at 8 weeks old and moves on a year or more later,” says Kyle. “It’s traditional, and a big deal, to give the dog’s new person a gift when the transfer is made. For the first pup, I made a memory book starting from his first days with us.

Bright white paper behind each photo highlighted the contrast so the man, who had minimal vision, could see the pictures. People are curious about service animals, so he carries the book to show it around. It’s a fun way to educate people about the guide dogs program.”

Anne Moss, owner of TheCatSite.com, based in Pardes Hana, Israel, says scrapbooking is a recurrent theme in the site’s forums. “Our members tend to be computer savvy and create online pages for their cats. Yet many don’t want to give up the handson experience of scrapbooking; it gives them a special way to preserve memories of or create a long-lasting tribute for their beloved cats.” One member posted about a shadow box she’d made to display favorite toys and photos; another used camping-themed stickers around a photo of the cat napping in a kitty tent.

“I started taking pictures of my Bernese mountain dog, Chance, when he first came to me,” says Yvette Schmitter, an entrepreneurial software programmer in New York City. “We dress in matching costumes like Fiona and Shrek, Princess Leia and Yoda, Mr. and Mrs. Claus. It’s a creative outlet after writing computer code all day and a good excuse to play together.”

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mailing list that exceeds 250, including the doorman, neighbors, the vet and groomer, friends and family. “The deli guy told me he looks forward to each holiday just to see what we’ve come up with. That’s what motivates me; our fun photos can make somebody’s day better.”

Heather Post, owner of The Etiquette Seed, in Daytona Beach, Florida, specializes in coaching and speaking engagements.

When her in-laws traveled to their summer home, she made a scrapbooklet for them.

“It showed Sophie, our rescue terrier, at the door, window or in the car, with rhyming captions that said she missed them.” Post sends similar photo “stories” to her daughter, Meghan, now in college; a cousin’s daughter even took Sophie’s Halloween photo to preschool for show and tell.

Whichever forum we choose, stages and phases of a pet’s life can be celebrated with a lock of hair, paw print, obedience school certificate and lots of photos. After all, a pet is part of the family.

Sandra Murphy is a freelance writer in St. Louis, MO. Connect at StLouis FreelanceWriter@mindspring.com.

Savvy Scrapbooking

by Sandy Murphy Yvette Schmitter keeps her dog’s photo sessions short because, “Chance pouts after 20 minutes.” If a large dog looks intimidating, soften its appearance by adding a bright bandana, hat or goofy sunglasses. Liisa Kyle took weekly photos of a pup to show its growth. Joanna Campbell Slan, author of the Kiki Lowenstein Scrapn-Craft mystery book series, offers several additional tips. n Take photos from the pet’s eye level instead of from above. n For a dark-haired pet, use a contrast ing background; a colorful blanket or pale wall makes it stand out. n Add texture by layering papers and adding trinkets and creative captions.

Try to be like the turtle—at ease in your own shell.

~Bill Copeland

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Pain-Free Pooch Five Natural Therapies that Work

by Jennifer kachnic

Because dogs won’t always let us know when they’re hurting, some people assume they don’t experience pain the same way we do, but that’s not the case. Instincts retained from their wild heritage will generally prompt them to hide pain as it’s a sign of weakness.

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he truth is that arthritis and muscle or joint injuries are just as uncomfortable for dogs as they are for us, and many canine illnesses generate significant pain.

While conventional medications can ease discomfort, they’re not the only or even the best options in many cases.

Alternative therapies can be helpful in managing and relieving

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pain and work best as part of a whole body wellness program designed for a dog’s individual needs. To that end, always consult with an integrative veterinarian before starting any new treatment. Together, practitioner and owner will note that some of the following modalities may be contraindicated in some situations—for example, massage should never be performed on or near a tumor.

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Canine Massage: Dogs love massage because they crave being touched. Physical contact from another being provides a calming effect and brings comfort. Skin, the largest sense organ in the body, is loaded with sensory receptors and nerve endings that register touch, temperature and pain, and send information to the brain.

Massage therapy relaxes muscles and also stimulates endorphins, increases circulation, elevates oxygen levels, flushes toxins, helps with inflammation, strengthens the immune system and accelerates healing. All of these benefits can contribute to effective pain management.

Acupuncture and Acupressure: Both of these time-honored modalities are based on the concept of keeping vital energy flowing through the body and seek to stimulate key points along the energy meridians beneath the skin.

Acupuncture involves the insertion of small needles at these points, while acupressure uses fingers to apply pressure to the same points. Both modalities are widely known to assist in managing pain and anxiety.

Energy Healing: Here, the practitioner improves the flow of energy in an animal’s body using a range of gentle and powerful natural therapies. During a treatment, the trained healer sends subtle energy through the hands to promote physical and emotional balance and healing. While conventional medicine follows the belief that treatments for disease or injury must be strictly biological, energy medicine works to

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restore the patient’s health by treating the mind, body and spirit in nonphysical ways. Energy healing modalities available for dogs include Reiki, qigong, Healing Touch and Tellington Touch.

Cold Laser Therapy: Developed more than 20 years ago, cold laser therapy has become a popular alternative treatment around the world for aches and pains in dogs. It directs highly concentrated coherent light waves to muscles, tissues and organs, reducing inflammation and muscle spasms. It’s also applied to disc and other spine-related issues. Low-level cold laser therapy is painless, noninvasive and takes only minutes. The effects are similar to those provided by non-steroidal medications, with negligible negative side effects.

Hydrotherapy: The benefits of swimming are renowned. When dogs swim, they feel a resistance to movement, which makes a vigorous five-minute swim virtually equivalent in energy expended to a five-mile run. Some dogs like swimming even better than running.

Hydrotherapy, which includes exercise on an underwater treadmill combined with swimming, is particularly helpful.

The effect on senior dogs is especially dramatic, affording them a painless and enjoyable way to move about and exercise. Water’s natural buoyancy supports the dog, lessens stress on joints, facilitates greater movement and provides a safe and healthful form of exercise for those suffering injuries, disease or pain.

The best choice of therapies for an individual animal will depend on the dog’s condition and recommendations by the family veterinarian. Selected and practiced properly, these complementary modalities can make a major impact in a canine’s physical and emotional wellbeing, while minimizing or even eliminating the need for medications.

Jennifer Kachnic is the author of Your Dog’s Golden Years: Manual for Senior Dog Care Including Natural Remedies and Complementary Options. She is a certified canine massage therapist, animal Reiki practitioner and certified therapy dog handler with the American Humane Association. Learn more about this president of The Grey Muzzle Organization at GreyMuzzle.org. natural awakenings

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tein and antioxidants, notes Patrick Skerrett, executive editor of Harvard Health Publications. They are abundant in alphalinolenic acid (ALA), a plant-based form of omega-3, which combats skin inflammation and improves the skin’s texture and softness, says holistic nutritionist Melissa Diane Smith, of Tucson, Arizona.

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Lustrous Pooch 10 Foods to Make a Dog’s Coat Glow

by Suzi Beber

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o keep our dog’s skin and coat healthy, supplements may first come to mind, especially oils and powders.

However, whole foods deserve a closer look for naturally elegant results.

Chia Chia seeds contain more healthy omega-3 fats and fiber than flax or other grain seeds and are a good source of pro-

Eggs are nutritional powerhouses containing the most bio-available protein for dogs. Eggs have vitamin A, which promotes cell turnover. Their zinc further supports protein synthesis and cell division, necessary for wound healing, the formation of connective tissue and skin health, according to the National Institutes of Health Office of Dietary Supplements. Egg yolks provide a valuable source of biotin, effective in treating dry skin, seborrhea and itching associated with skin allergies, according to PetEducation.com, a website of veterinarians Drs. Race Foster and Marty Smith, owners of Foster and Smith, Inc. Avoid raw eggs, as they contain avidin, which interferes with the metabolism of biotin, fats, glucose and amino acids, according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.

Almonds Almonds contain the entire vitamin E family of tocopherols and tocotrienols. “Deficiency of vitamin E has been implicated in the development of certain dermatological disorders in dogs,” writes Lee Russell McDowell, Ph.D., in Vitamins in Animal and Human Nutrition. Almonds are also an excellent source of B vitamins, copper, manganese, magnesium, zinc and bioflavonoids, with a trace of omega-3. While safe in small quantities for larger dogs, whole almonds are not easily digested and can upset the stomach and create intestinal distress. Almonds are easily ground into a powder using a blender; almond meal is also available at many grocery stores.

Coconut Renowned herbalist Juliette de Bairacli Levy pioneered the use of coconut in natural diets for companion animals. Raw coconut contains medium-chain, saturated fats that transform into energy and can decrease bacterial growth, irritation and inflammation, according to naturopathic physician Bruce Fife, a certified nutritionist, doctor of naturopathy and author of The Coconut Oil Miracle.

Carob Carob, the fruit of the Ceratonia siliqua tree, is rich in natural sugars, vitamins and minerals. Free of the stimulants caffeine and theobromine in chocolate, it’s safe for dogs and its vitamin E supports skin health. Carob also has natural antibacterial properties, reports recent research in the Iraqi Postgraduate Medical Journal.

Oats A fortifying cereal low in starch and high in mineral content, especially potassium and phosphorus, oats also harbor calcium, magnesium, B vitamins and iron. The grain’s primary benefit to skin and coat is its soluble fiber content, which 42

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Liver Liver from grass-fed animals enhances healthy skin. Nutrients include calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, potassium, iron, zinc, copper, vitamins A, C, D, E and eight B vitamins, including thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, pantothenic acid, folic acid and biotin.

Wild Salmon Cooked wild salmon is ripe with omega-3 fatty acids, which along with benefits to skin and coat appear to boost the immune system, and may assist dogs with allergies, according to the article “10 ‘People’ Foods for Dogs” by Elizabeth Pask and Laura Scott.

Cranberries Cranberries contain a variety of bioactive components, including proanthocyanidins and anthocyanins antioxidants, plus the ellagic acid phytochemical.

“Animal experiments show that supplementation with anthocyanins effectively prevents inflammation and subsequent blood vessel damage,” explains Northern California Registered Dietitian Marilyn Sterling, who also points to myriad studies of the antioxidant power of proanthocyanidins. According to the American Institute of Cancer Research, ellagic acid can prevent skin cancers.

The 16th century herbalist Henry Lyte documented their use in treating skin wounds and eczema.

She also contributes to Animal Wellness magazine, from which this article was adapted and used with permission. [optional sidebar] [Note to Publishers: You may use any of these recipes, with credit line.]

Oat ‘n Egg Scramble

Try to use organic ingredients whenever possible for all of these recipes.

2 eggs, whisked ½ cup rolled oats ¼ cup goat milk Olive oil

Combine ingredients in a mediumsized bowl; let sit for 10 minutes. Lightly coat a pan with olive oil, add bowl contents and then scramble like regular eggs. Cool before serving as a topping to a dog’s regular meal.

Chia Coconut Crunch

Raw Liver Paté

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1½ cups rolled oats 1 tsp baking powder ½ cup coconut flour 1½ Tbsp chia seeds ¼ cup coconut oil 1 cup almond butter 2 whole eggs 1 tsp pure vanilla ¼ cup carob chips

Preheat oven to 350 F. Cover a large cookie sheet with parchment paper. Combine all ingredients except carob chips. After ingredients are well incorporated, add carob chips. Form small balls of dough with hands, place on cookie sheet and lightly flatten each ball with the back of a fork. Bake for 10 minutes in preheated oven. Cool completely before serving. Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container or bag.

½ lb liver (chicken or bison liver) 2 eggs 1 tsp sea salt or kelp 1 Tbsp olive oil

Whirl ingredients together in a food processor or blender until smooth. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Use as a topper for regular meals.

Cooked Liver Paté Same ingredients as liver paté. Hard boil the eggs and set aside. Lightly sauté liver in a pan with the olive oil, sea salt and kelp. Cook until pink is gone. Cool and then combine all ingredients in a food processor or blender until smooth. Serve and store as indicated above.

Source: Recipes courtesy of Suzi Beber.

Sweet Potatoes Sweet potatoes can be considered a skin superfood, as they hold a high level of beta carotene (a precursor form of vitamin A) and are a good source of vitamin E. Their vitamin C content, which increases by cooking, facilitates collagen production, contributes to photoprotection, decreases photodamage and supports wound healing, according to a report by Alexander J. Michels, Ph.D., of the Oregon State University Linus Pauling Institute.

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e all know hard-charging young men that have their foot planted firmly on the accelerator. They claim that easing off would damage their career and be an admission of failure. They are wrong. Those enjoying early successes can grow up overstressed by trying to stay on the fast track at any cost. These alpha boys are doing what they think others want them to do.

In many cases, they are influenced by subtle and overt pressures from parents, peers and celebrity lifestyles, as well as advertising and video games.

As a consequence, these men, obsessed with superficial goals, are emotionally stunted, controlling and unable to form long-term relationships. The good news is that if they can recognize these symptoms and want to change, they may be ready to mature into an alpha wolf, a whole different kind of man.

An essential catalyst for this change usually comes from experiencing personal wounding: being overlooked for a promotion, feeling redundant, losing a friend or status or perhaps sacrificing a former identity to parenthood.

Ultimately, the true test is how he faces such failure and deals with his emotions without labeling himself as weak. The hallmark of mature manhood is how a guy acknowledges his diminishment, not how he manages success.

When he stops hiding from himself, signs of his emerging as a mature hero, an alpha wolf, will appear.

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He’ll recognize that he makes mistakes, absorb and acknowledge his vulnerability, admit he doesn’t know all the answers and become comfortable with this loss of control. These are the lessons a man must learn to become a more realistic, whole and three-dimensional individual. How he reacts to setbacks and takes responsibility for his actions molds character and helps him take his rightful place in society, rather than a false position.

Instead of being obsessed by competing for things and one-upmanship in the material world like an alpha boy, the alpha wolf grows up by adding strong spirituality and compassion to his life skills. He sees the bigger picture, and by viewing people as friends rather than rivals, is better able to forge mature, loving relationships and be a better father.

Our sons need to be exposed to emotionally intelligent role models and discussions of attendant values and traits. It’s not a simple or easy path, but it’s an essential process for boys and men that benefits them and everyone in their lives.

Nick Clements is an inspirational speaker, workshop leader and author of a trilogy of books on male spirituality and rites of passage, including his recent novel, The Alpha Wolf, A Tale About the Modern Male. He also blogs on masculinity at HuffingtonPost.co.uk/nick-clements.

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Stand Up Paddleboards Spell Family Fun

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ost kids growing up in Chattanooga have crossed the Tennessee River via the Walnut Street pedestrian bridge; far fewer have been on the river beneath it,” remarks Mark Baldwin, owner of area paddle sports outfitter L2 Boards. Using stand up paddleboards (SUP), he loves guiding adults and children on their own up-close discoveries of the river’s cliffs, caves, fish, turtles and birds.

Waterways are enchanting at any age, and SUP recreation naturally tends to inspire creative quests. Its physical and developmental benefits are a bonus. “The stand up paddleboard is the bicycle of the water. Because paddleboarding can be done at any age and fitness level, the whole family can enjoy it together,” says Kristin Thomas, a mother of three in Laguna Beach, California, SUP race champion and executive director of the Stand Up Paddle Industry Association.

“Children are fascinated by the play of the water and the motion of the board. Parents can acclimate an infant to flat-water paddling by simply creating a well of towels onboard, with the baby snuggled between the

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feet, looking up at them,” advises Lili Colby, owner of MTI Adventurewear, near Boston, Massachusetts, which makes life jackets for paddle sports. She notes that U.S. Coast Guard law requires that children 30 pounds and under wear infant life jackets to provide special head and neck support that turns a baby’s face up with an open airway within three seconds of entering the water.

It’s a good idea to first practice paddling short distances in shallow waters near the shore. Toddlers are more likely to lean overboard to play in the water, Colby cautions, so engaging in nature-inspired games along the way will help occupy them onboard.

“Young children introduced to water sports in the context of positive family interaction typically become eager to paddle on their own,” observes Tina Fetten, owner of Southern Tier Stand Up Paddle Corp., who leads a variety of SUP experiences throughout New York and northern Pennsylvania. “If they are strong swimmers, I bring them on a large board with me and teach them the skills for independent paddling.”

Although SUP boards look like

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surfboards, stand up paddling is commonly taught on flat water, making it easier and more stable than surfing. Still, swimming competence and adult supervision are prerequisites to independent paddling according to paramedic Bob Pratt, co-founder of the Great Lakes Surf Rescue Project, which leads water safety classes in Illinois, Michigan, Ohio and Wisconsin.

“Parents should outfit all children with a life jacket, Coast Guard-approved for their age and weight, as well as a leash, which attaches to their ankle and the board with Velcro straps,” Pratt says. “If children fall into the water, a tug of the leash enables them to quickly retrieve their largest floatation device, the board.”

Experts agree that success is relatively easy, so children build confidence quickly. The sport can be adapted to suit individual needs and positions, including moving from standing to sitting or kneeling, says Fetten, who teaches adaptive SUP lessons in a community pool. As she sees firsthand, “All children, especially those with disabilities, benefit from the empowering feeling of attaining independent success.”

“A water-based sport is the healthiest outlet children can have,” attests Wesley Stewart, founder of Urban Surf 4 Kids, a San Diego nonprofit that offers free SUP and surf clinics for foster children. “Being on the water requires kids to focus on what they’re doing and has the ability to clear their minds and give them freedom. It’s like meditation. Plus, SUP is a low-impact, cross-training cardio activity; it works every part of the body.”

Beyond the basic benefits, SUP keeps children engaged by offering endless opportunities to explore the geographic and ecological diversity of different types of waterways. SUP activities and levels can grow along with children; teens can try yoga on water, competitive racing and the advanced challenges of surfing. Fitness is a bonus to the rewarding ability to propel one’s self through the water.

SUP enthusiast Lauressa Nelson is a freelance writer in Orlando, FL, and a contributing editor for Natural Awakenings.

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Unleashing Unlimited Potential with Panache Desai

by April Thompson

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orn into an East Indian family in London, England, Panache Desai grew up steeped in spiritual practices like meditation. Though recognized by spiritual teachers as possessing a special gift, Desai rejected his spiritual foundation as a teenager, trading it for the excitement of London’s rave music scene of the 1990s before moving to America.

It wasn’t until he was 22 and living in the Los Angeles neighborhood of Venice Beach that the pain of the way he had rejected his true inner nature reached a crescendo. In opening himself up to the possibility of the divine, Desai underwent a spiritual awakening that has led him to dedicate his life to helping others make their own journey from self-rejection to contentment.

Unaffiliated with any one religious or spiritual tradition, Desai works with simple, yet powerful principles of energy to help free people from selfimposed limitations and unlock their potential. His first book, Discovering Your Soul Signature: A 33-Day Path to Purpose, Passion & Joy, just released, is a departure from his earlier focus on creating meditation CDs and other audio recordings.

What was the key turning point in embracing your life’s calling?

Every time I would visit a spiritual teacher as a kid, they would say, “We’ve been waiting for you.” But I just wanted to be normal and was also skeptical; not every well-intentioned person is necessarily leading you home. I reached a turning point when I knew something had to change. I told myself that if this thing called God really exists and if I’m here to be a messenger, I have to experience it personally.

In that moment, I began to undergo a transformation that culminated in a direct experience of the divine; an infinite ocean of energy vibrating with unconditional love. I felt part of what every spiritual teacher has been telling the world for thousands of years: that the true nature of reality is love, a love that expresses itself through all life forms. That experience allowed me to accept my role of helping others see and achieve their potential.

How does the universal energy you speak of affect us and how can we shift our dance with it?

We are vibrational beings inhabiting a vibrational universe. Yogis and mystics from traditions throughout time have known this. The subtlest form of vibration is the soul, which is overlaid by the emotional, with the physical as the outermost layer of energy. Because the emotional layer can accumulate a density that enshrouds our soul’s light and potential, it’s important to address it.

Energy is like water—it wants to flow and can shift states at any moment.

Judging or rejecting any aspect of our genuine identity disrupts that flow of energy. For example, if instead of being available to feel your anger when it arises you repress or deny it, that accumulating emotion acquires density and over time, becomes rage. But if you can learn to slow down and lean into the emotion, the anger can wash through and out of you and energy again flows freely.

By allowing ourselves to acknowledge, experience and release these emotions without judgment, we are clearing the obstacles to our authentic self, what I term one’s “soul signature”.

How is discovering our soul signature related to finding our calling?

The soul signature is our purest potential expressed. You can have a calling to be a writer, but unless you are connected to who you are at the deepest level, your writing won’t have the same impact.

Accessing our soul signature is a process. We didn’t end up where we are overnight, and it can take time to get back to that place where we can express our truest selves by working with the techniques of energy transformation described in my book.

What are good first steps for someone newly initiating a spiritual practice?

The most powerful tool is our breath.

Witnessing and honoring our breath in every moment allows us to transform every day into living meditation.

Find author blogs on how individuals live their soul signature at Panache Desai.com.

Connect with freelance writer April Thompson at AprilWrites.com.

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Equally sobering is the decades of research suggesting a relationship between the overuse of powerful disinfectants and the rise of antibiotic-resistant super bacteria like methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), as well as concerns over these toxins entering water supplies and wildlife food chains.

Cleaning product labels lack transparency, says Johanna Congleton, Ph.D., a senior scientist for the Environmental Working Group, because “manufacturers aren’t required to specify ingredients.”

One approach to assure safe ingredients is do-it-yourself (DIY) products.

For Matt and Betsy Jabs, the authors of DIY Natural Household Cleaners who blog at DIYNatural.com, creating homemade cleaners is a rewarding exercise in sustainability and simplicity.

“We’re cutting through all the marketing and getting back to basics,” says Matt. Affordability is another benefit:

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The Jabs’ homemade laundry detergent costs five cents per load, compared with 21 cents for a store brand.

Annie B. Bond, a bestselling author and pioneering editor of the award-winning Green Guide, dispels a DIY myth: “What’s time-consuming isn’t making the cleaners; it’s making the decision to switch and figuring it all out,” she says.

Nine Basics

Find these multitasking ingredients in local groceries and health stores or online.

White vinegar effectively cleans, deodorizes, cuts grease and disinfects against bacteria, viruses and mold.

Castile soap in liquid or bar form serves as a biodegradable, vegetable-based surfactant and all-around cleaner (avoid mixing with vinegar, which neutralizes its cleansing properties).

Baking soda cleans, whitens, neutralizes odors and softens water. It’s an excellent scrubbing agent for bathrooms, refrigerators and ovens.

Borax, a natural mineral, improves the effectiveness of laundry soap. Although classified (as is salt) as a low-level health hazard that should be kept away from children and animals, borax is non-carcinogenic and isn’t absorbed through skin.

Washing soda, a caustic chemical cousin

of baking soda, softens water and removes stains. Bond advises, “It’s a heavy duty cleaner as powerful as any toxic solvent,” so wear gloves.

Hydrogen peroxide is considered an effective disinfectant and bleach alternative by the Environmental Protection Agency. Use it to whiten grout and remove stains.

Essential oils derived from plants infuse cleaners with fragrance and boost germ-fighting power. Tea tree, eucalyptus and lavender oils all boast antibacterial, antiviral and antifungal properties. The Jabs advise that although they can be pricy, “The investment will pay for itself many times over.”

Lemon juice or citric acid cuts through grease, removes mold and bacteria and leaves dishes streak-free.

Coarse kosher salt helps soften dishwasher water and acts as a scouring agent.

Home Formulas All-purpose cleaner: Homemade Cleaners: Quick-and-Easy Toxin-Free Recipes, by Mandy O’Brien and Dionna Ford, suggests combining one cup of vinegar, one cup of water and 15 drops of lemon oil in a spray bottle. Use it anywhere, including glass and mirrors. For serious disinfecting, follow with a hydrogen peroxide spray.

Foaming hand/dish soap: Shake one cup of water, a quartercup of castile soap and 15 drops of essential oil in a foaming dispenser. Use in bathrooms and kitchens.

Dishwashing detergent: DIYNatural recommends mixing one cup of borax, one cup of washing soda, a half-cup of citric acid and a half-cup of coarse kosher salt. Leave it un-

covered for several days, stirring often to prevent clumping.

Cover and refrigerate. Use one tablespoon per load with a half-cup of citric acid in the rinse to combat streaks.

Laundry detergent: Combine one cup of borax, one cup of washing soda and one 14-ounce bar of grated castile soap. Use one tablespoon per load, adding a half-cup of lemon juice to the rinse cycle. Prior to washing, use hydrogen peroxide as a stain remover (test first; it may lift color).

Bathroom soft scrub: Bond recommends creating a thick paste with liquid castile soap and a half-cup of baking soda. Scour tubs, showers and stainless steel surfaces with a sponge, and then rinse.

Toilet bowl cleaner: Sprinkle one cup of borax into the toilet at bedtime and then clean the loosened grime with a brush the next morning, advises Bond. Wipe outer surfaces with the all-purpose spray.

Wood polish: Bond recommends mixing a quarter-cup of vinegar or lemon juice with a few drops of olive and lemon oil.

Hard floor cleaner: Environmental Working Group’s DIY Cleaning Guide suggests combining a half-gallon of hot water with one cup of white vinegar in a bucket to mop.

Carpet cleaner: Freshen rugs by sprinkling baking soda at night and vacuuming in the morning, suggests Bond. For deeper cleaning, combine one cup of vinegar and two-and-ahalf gallons of water in a steam cleaner.

Lane Vail is a freelance writer in South Carolina. Connect at WriterLane.com.

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The Gospel of Thomas – 10:30am-noon. A remarkable text on the wisdom sayings of Jesus from the 1st Century. Why is it not in the Bible?

Free - Love Offering appreciated. No registration required. Unity Spiritual Center of Clemson Anderson, 7538 Highway 76, Pendleton. 646-6114.

Divine Invitation –10:30am-noon. Many are called but few are chosen! What does that scripture really mean? Are you dressed for the party? Free - Love Offering appreciated. No registration required. Unity Spiritual Center of Clemson Anderson, 7538 Highway 76, Pendleton.

646-6114.

Community HU Sing – 11-11:30am. HU is a spiritual sound that connects us to the Holy Spirit.

It is sung for 20 minutes as a love song to God and is very uplifting. Info: beth@eck-sc.org or go to HearHU.org. Free. The American Red Cross Center, 940 Grove Rd., Greenville. Beth Fuller: 627-0470.

Community HU Sing – 11-11:30am. HU is a spiritual sound that connects us to the Holy Spirit.

It is sung for 20 minutes as a love song to God and is very uplifting. Info: beth@eck-sc.org or go to HearHU.org. Free. The American Red Cross Center, 940 Grove Road, Greenville. Beth Fuller: 627-0470.

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MONDAY, JUNE 16

CFSA’s 8th Annual Upstate Farm Tour, Saturday, June 7 and Sunday, June 8 – 1-6pm. Tour 23 local, sustainable farms in the Upstate. It’s farmfresh fun for the whole family! Sponsored by the Carolina Farm Stewardship Association and Whole Foods Market. Cost includes all farms, all weekend! $25 per carload when purchased in advance.

Visit CarolinaFarmStewards.org for information and tickets. Diana Vossbrinck: 933-0559.

Bio-Identical Hormone Seminar – 6-8pm.

Come and learn about restoring your hormones to their natural levels. $10. Registration required.

LivingWell Integrative Healthcare, 838G Powdersville Rd., Easley. 850-9988.

SUNDAY, JUNE 8 Let It Begin With Me – 10:30am-noon. What is ultimate reality for you? Humanity is being invited into spiritual maturity. You will learn what is really being asked of you. Free - Love Offering appreciated. No registration required. Unity Spiritual Center of Clemson Anderson, 7538 Highway 76, Pendleton. 646-6114.

THURSDAY, JUNE 12 Stilling the Mind Meditation – 7-8:30pm. Benefits: stress relief, improved concentration and better sleep. Learn specific techniques for effective meditation. Move past blocks you may have to meditating. $10. Chick Hampton Building, One Chick Springs Rd, Ste. 111, Greenville. Jennifer Ables, Ph.D. 346-3252.

THURSDAY, JUNE 19 Intro to Raw Foods – 6-7pm. Learn about the benefits of raw foods and how you can incorporate them into your meals and lifestyle. Demo and samples included. Free. Lifeit Café, 730 S. Pleasantburg Dr., Morgan Manor, Greenville.

Register: 271-4334.

FRIDAY, JUNE 20 Making Life More Delicious Bite by Bite! – 7-8pm. A rare opportunity to meet author, speaker and filmmaker, Verne Varona for a free talk on “Making Life More Delicious” – Inspirational, insightful and definitely entertaining! Workshop follows on Saturday afternoon. Free. Hughes Main Library, 25 Heritage Green Place, Greenville.

Tahirih Gelardi: 990-6807.

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FRIDAY, JUNE 13 Southern Om Hot Yoga Charity Class – 6:458pm. Southern Om is proud to support a different charity each month for its Friday night Southern Flow power vinyasa class. The June charity is Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Upstate, a mentoring program for children ages 6-18. The class is 100% donation… all proceeds benefit the charity.

Southern Om Hot Yoga, 1140 Woodruff Rd. (next to Whole Foods Market), Greenville. 329-1114.

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SATURDAY, JUNE 21 Making Life More Delicious Bite by Bite!

Workshop – 1-5pm. A rare opportunity to hear Verne Varona, author and dynamic speaker who lectures internationally and formerly co-founded and directed a Los Angeles medical clinic. Varona will talk about practical ways to eliminate junk food cravings; creating a diet to fit your needs; fascinating self-diagnosis techniques; how to prevent and reverse disease, as well as answer participant questions. $40.

Reservations required, attendance limited.

Some private sessions still available. Bent Creek Community Center, 104 Marcie Rush Ln., Greer. Call Tahirih Gelardi: 990-6807.

SATURDAY, JUNE 21 Upstate Food Co-op Open House – 10am-2pm.

A celebration of natural health, a membership appreciation day, and a drive for new members. Free samples and information on a variety of food and health-related topics. Door prizes. Upstate Food Co-op, 404 John Holliday Rd., Six Mile. (Rain date: June 28). 868-3105.

SUNDAY, JUNE 22 It Really “Aint” a Race – 10:30am-noon. What you think, feel, want and pay attention to, and how you work with your reactions to things, all sculpt your brain. Free - Love Offering appreciated. No registration required. Unity Spiritual Center of Clemson Anderson, 7538 Highway 76, Pendleton.

646-6114.

SATURDAY, JUNE 29 Touching Peace – 9:00am-5pm. A deeper inner peace is possible. Three simple, straightforward practices will be offered in helping to cultivate a deeper sense of personal peace. Free - Love Offering appreciated. No registration required.

Unity Spiritual Center of Clemson Anderson, 7538 Highway 76, Pendleton. 646-6114.

plan ahead THURSDAY, JULY 31 Yogic Wisdom for You and Your Pet – 6:308:30pm. In this human workshop, learn to apply principles of healing for you and your pet. Your state of embodiment can enhance your pet’s quality of life and happiness. Bring yoga mat, notebook, pen, and water. $100. Animal Rehab & Conditioning Center, 109 Monroe St., Simpsonville. Dr. Dickie Kennedy: 962-0101.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 1 Yogic Wisdom Pet & Owner Sessions – Friday, August 1 thru Sunday, August 3. 10-noon; 1-3pm; 3:30-5:30pm; or 7-9pm. Individual 2-hour sessions for you and your pet for one-on-one consultation with Yogic Wisdom Instructor. Experience and learn to apply revolutionary principles of healing for you and your pet. Advance signup required.

Instructor certification: GloriaHesterYoga.com. $250 for the 2-hour session. Animal Rehab & Conditioning Center, 109 Monroe St., Simpsonville. Dr. Dickie Kennedy: 962-0101.

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sunday Southern Flow Hot Yoga – 9am, 4pm and 6pm. Vigorous series of poses accessible to all levels. Packages available. Southern Om, 1140 Woodruff Rd., next to Whole Foods Market, Greenville. 329-1114.

Healing Circle – 6-7:30pm. Dedicated to the principals of healing, prayer, spiritual growth and meditation. Free. Oma’s Healing Garden, 150 Milestone Way, Ste. A, Greenville. 354-4505.

monday Southern Flow Hot Yoga – 6am, 10am, noon, 5pm and 7pm. Southern Om. See Sunday 9am listing.

All Levels Yoga – 8:30-9:30am. Structured around learning how to focus on the breath throughout various yoga postures. $15. It’s Yoga! Studio, 120 Halton Rd, Ste. 1, Greenville. 354-2882 or 404-7983442.

“Full-on” Yoga – 10:45am-noon. Steady flow of Hatha/Kripalu inspired yoga - no rowing involved. $10/class; discount class packages available. Greenville Indoor Rowing, 576-A Woodruff Rd, Greenville.

281-1505.

How to Stay Young The First 100 Years! – 10am and 5:30pm. The most common cause of functional disability is “spinal disorder.” This amazing class will teach you how to avoid and prevent spinal disorder so you can enjoy your extended life! Attend this class and get your first exam for $25.00, a $150.00 value. Free. Enhanced Living Chiropractic, 140 Sage Creek Way, Greer. 848-0640.

Yoga Therapy Class – 11am-noon. Learn poses and breath for releasing and healing issues of arthritis, neck pain, cancer care, injuries and overworked muscles. $15/class; packages available. It’s Yoga!

Studio, 120 Halton Rd, Ste. 1, Greenville. 354-2882 or 908-0138.

Intermediate Yoga Class – 12:15–1:15pm. For those that have the fundamentals of Yoga and are looking for a more intense practice. $13. Yoga East, 2105 Old Spartanburg Rd, Greer. 244-6478.

Qigong – 5:30-6:30pm. Improve balance, circulation, body-mind connection & reduce stress.

Gentle, yet powerful exercises. Helps move energy throughout the body. Work at own pace & ability. Two classes/week for best results. $40/ month - 4 classes. Other plans available. Qi Works Studio, 404 North Pleasantburg Dr., Greenville.

420-9839.

Foundations of Optimal Health & Healing – Every 1st Monday. 6-7:30pm. Learn the crucial basic foundations for health and healing. You will be exposed to the many misconceptions about health and how to avoid them. Free. Auger Family Chiropractic, 1315 Haywood Road, Ste. 2, Greenville. 322-2828.

The Path to Optimal Health – Every 3rd Monday.

6-7:30pm. We will discuss nutrition, exercise, stress reduction, mental attitude, posture, sleep and the central nervous system that all make up the path to living a happier, healthier, more vibrant life. Free. Auger Family Chiropractic, 1315 Haywood Road, Ste. 2, Greenville. 322-2828.

MeaningSight™: Establishing Vision, Goals, Meaning and Spirit – 6:15-8:30pm. Second Monday of the month. Establish a life vision and goals for meaning, flourishing and spirit – 6 small group classes to bring more meaning and a deeper spirituality into your life. $150.

InSight Transformation Life Coach Training, 25 Woods Lake Rd, Ste. 207, Greenville. 2828989.

All Levels Yoga – 6:30-8pm. Relieve tired muscles and calm the stress of the day. $15 per class. It’s Yoga! Studio Inc, 120 Halton Rd, Ste. 1, Greenville. 354-2882.

All Levels Yoganize® – 7pm. Unique combination of yoga, yoga therapy, Pilates and specialized toning exercises to invigorate the mind, body and spirit. $13. Yoga East, 2105 Old Spartanburg Rd, Greer. 244-6478.

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FT/PT SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST (SLP) – Currently seeking experienced SLPs to provide professional, preventative treatment to children and adults. Submit resumes to info@ BEACONslps.com.

PART-TIME ADVERTISING SALE REP – Greenville and/or Spartanburg area. Experienced, self-motivated, computer savvy, enjoy talking to people and have a desire to make money. 15-20 flexible day-time hours per week. Prefer someone who understands targeted marketing. Be part of our growing Natural Awakenings community. If you are self-motivated, organized, computer savvy, a go getter who has the desire to make money, like talking on the phone, plus face to face, as well as enjoy working from your home and from the road, and have previous ad sales experience, we would love to talk to you. Please send your resume to Publisher@UpstateNA.com. Pay is commission plus bonuses.

YA-REGISTERED YOGA TEACHERS, YOGA THERAPISTS, AERIAL YOGA INSTRUCTORS AND PILATES TEACHERS – Easley location. Weekday, weekend, and night class times available. Email resume to Linda@LindaPattersonYoga.com.

SPECIAL EVENT COMMUNITY HU SING ─ Sunday, June 1st and 15th; 11-11:30am. Singing HU will help put you in tune with the ever-present reality of God. Free presentation by ECKANKAR, Religion of the Light and Sound of God. Event held at the American Red Cross, 940 Grove Rd, Greenville. To learn more about HU, visit HearHU.org or Eckankar.org. Local contact: Beth@eck-sc.org.

Veggie Delights – 3-5pm. Each week a new vegetarian recipe to try. Easy and delicious. Whole Foods Market, 1140 Woodruff Rd, Greenville. 335-2300.

Pre-Natal Yoga – 5:15pm. Poses and breathing specific for the mother-to-be, relieving low back pain, swollen feet, insomnia and preparing for labor and delivery as well as recovery after the baby is born. $75 for 5 classes. It’s Yoga! Studio Inc, 120 Halton Rd, Ste. 1, Greenville. 354-2882 or 9080138.

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Chi Toning for All – 7:30-8:30pm. Tone core, increase arm/leg strength, lose waist inches. Integration of light-weights, yoga, Pilates & more. Work at own pace & ability. Safe & gentle exercises. Three classes/week for best results. $40/month - 4 classes.

Other plans available. Qi Works Studio, 404 North Pleasantburg Dr., Greenville. 420-9839.

tuesday All Levels Yoganize® – 6am. See Monday 7pm listing.

Southern Flow Hot Yoga – 6am, 8am, 10am, noon, 4pm, 5:30pm and 7:15pm. See Sunday 9am listing.

Yoga for Cancer Survivors – Intermediate/Advanced ─ 9 and 10:30am. Gentle stretching and breathing exercises that relax and invigorate the body and mind. St. Francis Millennium Campus (near ICAR campus), Greenville. $7 per class. Call to register, 675-4656.

All Levels Yoganize® – 9:15am. Yoga East. See Monday 7pm listing.

VBAC Support Group Meeting – 10am. 2nd Tuesday’s. Share your experience about VBAC. Carolina WaterBirth, 915-J South St, Simpsonville.

329-0010 or 866-564-5554.

All Levels Yoga – 11am. Recharge your day with this morning class, energizing, stretching, rejuvenating mind and body. $15 per class. It’s Yoga! Studio Inc, 120 Halton Rd, Ste. 1, Greenville. 354-2882 or 908-0138.

Beginner Yoga Class – 11am–12:15pm. Great class to start a practice. Learn basic Yoga poses and breathing techniques. $13. Yoga East, 2105 Old Spartanburg Rd, Greer. 244-6478.

Essential Oils Classes – noon-1pm. New oils presented each week. Free. Creative Health, 14 S. Main St, Greenville. Space is limited; must register, 233-4811.

Dynamic Vinyasa Flow Yoga Class – 12:151:15pm. Follow the breath through poses to increase flexibility, develop core strength, strengthen and tone muscles. It’s Yoga! Studio, 120 Halton Rd, Ste 1, Greenville. 354-2882 or 908-0138.

Chair Yoga – 4-5pm. Yoga with a chair assist, great for seniors, post-surgery and people with chronic pain/injury. $10. Integrative Yoga Therapy, 101 NE Main St., Easley. 444-5523.

Birthing Class – 6-9pm. Birthing classes first 4 Tuesdays in September. Carolina Waterbirth/ Doula Du Jour, 915 South St, Simpsonville. 7357270.

Parent Talk at Brain Balance – 6:30-7:30pm.

Learn about brain function and how to help a child struggling with ADHD, sensory issues, autism and learning differences. Free. Brain Balance, 2531 Woodruff Rd., Ste 113, Simpsonville. Space is limited, RSVP to 329-9933.

Dynamic Vinyasa Flow Yoga – 6:30-8pm. See Tuesday 12:15pm listing.

Aerial/Swing Yoga Class – 7:30-8:45pm. Take your yoga off the ground and experience familiar poses in a new way. $18 per class. Integrative Yoga Therapy, 101 NE Main St., Easley. 444-5523.

Qigong – 7:30-8:30pm. Qi Works Studio. See Monday 5:30pm listing.

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“Row-ga!” Fitness – 11am-noon. Greenville Indoor Rowing. See Tuesday 11am listing.

Qigong – 5:30-6:30pm. Qi Works Studio. See Monday 5:30pm listing.

All Levels Yoga – 6:30pm. A yoga routine of breath and postures. $15 per class. It’s Yoga! Studio Inc, 120 Halton Rd, Ste. 1, Greenville. 354-2882.

Dynamic Vinyasa Flow Yoga Class – 6:30-8pm. It’s Yoga! Studio. See Tuesday 12:15pm listing.

Chi Toning for All – 7:30-8:30pm. Qi Works Studio.

See Monday 7:30pm listing.

thursday All Levels Yoganize® – 6am. Yoga East. See Monday 7pm listing.

All Levels Yoga – 9-10am. It’s Yoga! Studio. See Monday 8:30am listing.

Balanced Life Yoga – 9-10:30am. Increase bone density, flexibility and stamina through yoga. $7/ class or $30 for 6 classes. St. Francis Millennium, Healthy Self, 2 Innovation Dr, Ste. 200, Greenville.

675-4656.

Advanced Beginner / Intermediate Vinyasa Flow – 9:15am. Yoga movement synchronized to the breath. $13. Yoga East, 2105 Old Spartanburg Rd, Greer. 244-6478.

Senior Yoga – 10-11am. Gentle stretching and strengthening class for anyone 55+. $2 per class.

Mauldin Senior Center, Corn Rd at 699 Butler Rd, Mauldin. 419-4204.

Yoga for Cancer Survivors – Beginners – 10:30 and 11:45am. St. Francis Millennium Campus (near ICAR campus). See Tuesday 9am listing.

“Row-ga!” Fitness – 11am-noon. A fusion of indoor rowing and yoga that strengthens the muscles of the body, improves cardiac function, flexibility and stamina through breathing, low intensity rowing and yoga postures. $10. Greenville Indoor Rowing, 576A Woodruff Rd, Greenville. 281-1505.

Southern Flow Hot Yoga – 6am, 10am, noon, 5pm and 7pm. See Sunday 9am listing.

Dynamic Vinyasa Flow Yoga Class – 8:309:30am. It’s Yoga! Studio. See Tuesday 12:15pm listing.

All Levels Yoga – 11am. Class for energizing, stretching and rejuvenating mind and body. $15 per class. It’s Yoga! Studio Inc, 120 Halton Rd, Ste. 1, Greenville. 354-2882.

Community Acupuncture – noon-9pm.

Economical group opportunity to benefit from natural therapy. Plan at least 45 minutes for therapy. $45 initial, then $25. Affordable Acupuncture, 3100 Grandview Dr, Simpsonville. 406-3800.

All Levels Yoga – 11am. It’s Yoga! Studio. See Tuesday 11am listing.

Beginner Yoga Class – 11am–12:15pm. Yoga East.

See Tuesday 11am listing.

Oxy-Ionic Water Sampling – 11am-5pm. First Wednesday. Sample alkalizing Oxy-Ionic. Buy 1 gallon, get 2nd gallon 15% off. All Natural Health & Beauty Center, 101 College St, Simpsonville.

963-2882.

“Row-ga!” Fitness – 11am-noon. Greenville Indoor Rowing. See Tuesday 11am listing.

Community Acupuncture – noon-9pm. Affordable Acupuncture. See Tuesday noon listing.

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Family Dinner Night – 4-8pm. One adult spends $5 in the café and up to six kids eat free. Kids fill out their own healthy menu. Earth Fare, 3620 Pelham Rd, Greenville. 527-4220.

Yoga for Every Body – 5:45-7pm. Yoga class that is welcoming to all body shapes, sizes and fitness levels. $10. Integrative Yoga Therapy, 101 NE Main St., Easley. 444-5523.

All Levels Yoga – 6:30-8pm. It’s Yoga! Studio Inc. See Monday 6:30pm listing.

Parent Talk on Children’s Brain Function – 7-8:30pm. Discussion on brain function in children struggling with AD/HD, Autism/Aspergers, Sensory Integration Disorder, Dyslexia, learning disabilities and the Brain Balance Program. Free. Brain Balance of Greenville, 2531 Woodruff Rd, Ste. 113, Simpsonville. 329-9933.

Aerial/Swing Yoga Class – 7:30-8:45pm. Integrative Yoga Therapy. See Tuesday 7:30pm listing.

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GREENVILLE

Yoga Place 2508 N. Main St. 864-404-1616 or 864-376-7750 YogaPlace.org

1140 Woodruff Rd. 864-329-1114 SouthernOm.com

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The Purple Mat [Yoga • Wellness]

friday Indoor Rowing Classes – 6am, 7:30am and 9:15am.

Full-body and cardio workout; any age and fitness level. Rates vary. Greenville Indoor Rowing, 576-A Woodruff Rd, Greenville. 281-1505 or 901-3776.

Vinyasa Flow Class – 11am. Energize, increase flexibility and stamina. $15. It’s Yoga! Studio Inc, 120 Halton Rd, Ste. 1, Greenville. 354-2882.

Restorative Yoga Class – 12:15pm. Perform gentle poses before dropping into deep contentment from the sequence of supported postures. It’s Yoga! Studio Inc., 120 Halton Rd, Ste. 1, Greenville. 354-2882.

Qigong – 12:30-1:30pm. Qi Works Studio. See Monday 5:30pm listing.

Chi Toning for All – 7:30-8:30pm. Qi Works Studio. See Monday 7:30pm listing.

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Yoga East 2105 Old Spartanburg Rd. 864-244-6478 YogaEast.us

EASLEY 101-P N.E. Main St. 864-444-5523 IntegrativeYogaTherapySC.com

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GREENVILLE

www.GreenvilleIndoorRowing.com Halton Business Park 120 Halton Rd, Ste. 1 864-354-2882 ItsYogaStudio.com

1040 Fernwood-Glendale Rd., Ste.58 864-583-3335 Zen-Studios.com

saturday Community Acupuncture – 8:30am-noon. Affordable Acupuncture. See Tuesday noon listing.

Qigong in the Park – 9:15-10:15am. Open to anyone interested in Supreme Science Qigong. With a certified SSQ Level 3 instructor, stand steady and practice, grounded to the Earth, and open your respiratory, circulatory and physical body systems.

Improve digestion. Relax. Free. Legacy Park, 336 Rocky Slope Rd, Greenville - Verdae Community.

901-3776.

“Full-on” Yoga – 10:45am-noon. Steady flow of Hatha/Kripalu inspired yoga - no rowing involved. $10/class; discount class packages available.

Greenville Indoor Rowing, 576-A Woodruff Rd., Greenville. 281-1505.

404 N. Pleasantburg Dr. 864-420-9839 QiWorksStudio.com

“Row-ga!” and YOGA at Greenville Indoor Rowing, LLC 576-A Woodruff Rd. 864-281-1505 or 864-901-3776 GreenvilleIndoorRowing.com

Chi Toning for All – 9:30-10:30am. Qi Works Studio. See Monday 7:30pm listing.

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ACUPUNCTURE ACuPunCTuRe of GReeR

Ruth Kyle, L.Ac. 106 Memorial Dr. 864-877-0111 • Greer

SAM HWA DAnG ACuPunCTuRe & HeRBS CliniC Hwang K. Lee, Ph.D., L.Ac. 26 Orchard Park Dr. 864-408-8270 • Greenville

Korean Traditional Medicine helps to balance the energy flow in the entire body. We specialize in certain conditions, but have treated with success other health concerns such as allergy and skin, infertility, menopause, pain control, cardiovascular, urinary, digestive and sleep disorders.

Great results with acute and chronic pain, migraines, frozen shoulder, sciatica, and stress. Specializes in orthopedic issues and more in an educational tranquil environment.

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AffoRDABle ACuPunCTuRe

Joan Massey, L.Ac. 3100 Grandview Dr. 864-406-3800 • Simpsonville

We offer affordable community-style acupuncture. Specializing in pain management, aromatherapy, cold wave laser Chinese herbs and detoxification techniques. Individual private sessions also available. See ad, page 7.

ALLERGY/NUTRITION GReenVille funCTionAl MeDiCine

301 Halton Rd, Ste. A 864-558-0200 • Greenville GreenvilleFunctionalMedicine.com

Consider our gluten genetic testing and consultation to identify and heal allergy and autoimmune reactions that is making your life miserable. See ad, pages 2 and 3.

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Marina Ponton, D.A.O.M., L.Ac. 1901 Laurens Rd, Ste. E 864-370-1140 • Greenville GreenvilleNaturalHealth.com

Dr. Ponton specializes in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM).

She offers natural healing methods such as acupuncture, herbs, fertility and pain management, auricular therapy, gua sha, electrical stimulation, cupping and magnets to help you meet your health goals.

See ad, page 21.

TRiniTY AlleRGY Relief & WellneSS CenTeR

110 Montgomery Dr. 864-760-1006 • Anderson TrinityAllergyRelief.com

Guaranteed relief as sensitivities and intolerances are cleared from the body using a proven method known as BioEnergetic Intolerance Elimination (BIE) that literally clears annoying symptoms within minutes. No needles. No pain. No drugs. See ad, page 18.

111 Doctors Dr. 864-797-7100 • Greenville GHS.org/Acupuncture

ANIMAL REHAB AniMAl ReHAB & ConDiTioninG CenTeR Dr. Kennedy, DVM 109 Monroe St. 864-962-0101 • Simpsonville AnimalRehabGreenville.com

Advanced training in pain management, canine rehabilitation, and acupuncture.

ARCC has hydrotherapy, pulsed signal therapy, laser therapy along with a multitude of exercise equipment, including an underwater treadmill. See ad, page 42.

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27 S. Pleasantburg Dr. 864-242-4856 • Greenville GarnersNaturalLife.com

Improve your level of stress, depression and mood with natural products from a locally-owned family business, supporting the community for over 40 years. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff will guide you through the use of aromatherapy for pain and anxiety reduction, energy enhancement and much more. See ad, back cover.

GooD To Go

5000 Old Spartanburg Rd. Beside Pivotal Fitness 864-244-2733 • Taylors GoodToGoJuiceBar.com

Take it all in and enhance your wellbeing. We carry G2™ 100% pure therapeutic essential oils in single and custom blends.

See ad, page 33.

BIO-ENERGETIC TESTING

HonG ZHAnG, l.AC.

More than 23 years experience practicing acupuncture. Some conditions treated include joint pain, neck and/or back pain, fibromyalgia, stroke rehabilitation, infertility, and menstrual cramps.

AROMATHERAPY

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AuGuSTA STReeT CliniC Dr. Roger Jaynes, DC, DNBHE 1521 Augusta St. 864-232-0082 • Greenville AugustaStClinic.com

Bio-energetic testing shows energy imbalance, vitamin or mineral deficiency, and identifies environmental allergies. We use German manufactured drainage remedies and offer services at affordable rates. See ad, page 34.

BIO-IDENTICAL HORMONE THERAPY BAlAnCeD SoluTionS

420 The Parkway, Ste. J The Village at Thornblade 864-662-7657 • Greer BalancedAgain.com

Don’t accept fatigue, weight gain, depression or low sex drive as NORMAL. Feel great again with Bio-identical Hormone Therapy. Complimentary Blood Analysis. ($250 value) Call today! See ad, page 63.

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BOARDING/KENNEL

301 Halton Rd, Ste. A 864-558-0200 • Greenville GreenvilleFunctionalMedicine.com

MAui MeoW ReSoRT foR CATS

Say “Goodbye” to fatigue, poor sleep, loss of sex drive, night sweats, poor memory, and depression. We are patient-specific, meaning each treatment is specifically designed for the individual. See ad, pages 2 and 3.

liVinG Well inTeGRATiVe HeAlTHCARe Clif Caldwell, MD Cheryl Middleton, PA-C 838 Powdersville Rd, Ste. G 864-850-9988 • Easley LivingWellHealthcare.com

CHILDBIRTH SERVICES

We help women and men who suffer symptoms of hormonal imbalance such as low libido, weight gain, hot flashes, fatigue and many other symptoms. Call for your personal consult today!

See ad, page 45.

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SENSORY LEARNING Exclusively for cats! Spacious

Offering attentive, personal, one-on-one care for you and your family. Contracted with United Healthcare, Aetna, and most other health insurances. See ad, page 4.

60x30 condos, quiet atmosphere, GET STARTED OUR 30-DAY PROGRAM. 14’x ON 21’ play area, panoramic views, and two kitty towers.

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DoulA Du JouR

915 South St. 864-735-7270 • Simpsonville CarolinaWaterbirth.com/DoulaDuJour.html

30+ year private practice is celebrating seven years of our sensory learnSENSORY LEARNING CENTER™ & SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY ing program. This intensive multi-sensory, foundational, non-cognitive approach has given hope to all ages with improvements in their quality of life. BEACON also offers Speech-Language Pathology and life coaching. See ad, page 18.

Doula Du Jour is your affordable on-call doula service for hospital, home and Carolina Waterbirth needs. See ad, page 4.

CHIROPRACTOR AuGeR fAMilY CHiRoPRACTiC

1315 Haywood Rd. 864-322-2828 • Greenville AugerChiro.com

It’s not normal to live with neck/ back pain, headaches, IBS, allergies, ADHD, insomnia, and more.

Chiropractic care will get you back to normal. Call us now! See ad, page 6.

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CARRAno CHiRoPRACTiC 2017 Wade Hampton Blvd.

864-552-1142 • Greenville CarranoChiro.com

Our goal is for patients to reach 100 years of age and be disease free with no limitations. ADD YEARS TO YOUR LIFE AND LIFE TO YOUR YEARS! See ad, page 18.

COLON HYDROTHERAPY BRiDGe To WellneSS, llC 607 NE Main St. 864-963-4466 • Simpsonville YourBridge2Wellness.com

Angela Toplovich, certified colon hydrotherapist offers detox services that include ionic footbath, thermotherapy (Bio Mat), and ear-candling.

Lighten your toxic load! See ad, page 10.

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Nina Kennedy, DC 140 Sage Creek Way 864-848-0640 • Greer EnhancedLivingChiro.com

We use a variety of unique treatments like Sacro-Occipital Technique (SORSI.com) to balance the body’s nervous system, exercise rehab to maintain that balance, and functional medicine to jump start sluggish systems. Free consultations and gentle care for your entire family.

fRAnZ fAMilY SPinAl CARe

205 Bryce Ct. (off Woodruff Rd in Woodruff Place) 864-987-5995 • Simpsonville FranzFamilySpinalCare.com

A health and wellness center focusing on providing the NUCCA procedure for the whole family. Long-term relief with none of the cracking or popping; all adjustments done by hand.

The only NUCCA practitioners in the Upstate. Also provides whole food supplementation, nutritional testing, weight loss programs, and more.

See ad, page 26.

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COMPOUNDING PHARMACY CoMPounDinG SoluTionS

Pam Bramlett, R.Ph. 115 Pelham Rd, Ste. 12 864-558-0507 • Greenville MyCompoundingSolutions.com

The best medical solutions often arise from compounding. We specialize in building a relationship with you to provide the best possible solution for your individual needs.

Bio-identical hormones and women’s health is our specialty.

CuSToM-MeD PHARMACY

John Holland, Pharm.D. 838 Powdersville Rd, Ste. D 864-855-2323 • Easley

Specializing in custom compounding, including thyroid medication, bio-identical hormone replacement, pediatrics, and pets. Professional grade vitamin brands like Xymogen and Designs for Health also available. Serving the community since 2006. We are your problem-solving specialists. See ad, page 15.

Coaching creates easy, positive, powerful change from the inside out using proven tools and methods. Our certified life coaches help you discover the power to manage change in your life. See ad, page 27.

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Jim Greene, R. Ph. 5/31/14 406 W. Poinsett St. We compound medicines to meet patients’ unique needs•for: 117 Fairview Pointe Dr. 864-879-2325 Greer • Pediatric • Veterinarian • Dermatology • Pain Creams • BHRT 864-757-1269 • Simpsonville SkripShoppePharmacy.com • Hospice • Nutraceuticals • Sports Medicine • Geriatrics Internal-Fitness.net…and we carry Red Clay Soaps and doTERRA essentialWe oils.compound (create) individual-

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Chiropractic care for pediatrics, adolescents, and adults. Now offering Doctor Supervised Weight Loss and Nutritional Testing too.

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BeYonD TAlk THeRAPY™ 828-595-9658 • phone • Skype BeyondTalkTherapy.com Flat Rock, NC

In 2-4 sessions Dr. Damaris Drewry, Ph.D. helps clients resolve difficult/ long-standing physical and emotional issues with innovative, solution-focused alternatives to psychotherapy.

Free 15-minute consultation.

DAIRY PRODUCTS HAPPY CoW CReAMeRY

332 McKelvey Rd. 864-243-9699 • Pelzer HappyCowCreamery.com

We are a unique on-thefarm milk bottling operation offering high-quality fresh milk directly from our own grass-fed dairy cows. Whole Milk, Chocolate Milk, Cultured Buttermilk, and Strawberry Milk are just a few of the dairy products offered at the on-site-store. See ad, page 35.

DENTISTRY PAlMeTTo PeRioDonTiCS

Dr. William Bohlen 1130 E. Butler Rd. 864-987-9700 • Greenville PalmettoPerio.com

We can meet your total needs from treatment to recovery. We honestly and respectfully educate you, so that together, we can reach your optimal oral health. We offer exceptional service in a clean and modern facility. In our warm and calming environment, your comfort and care are our priority. See ad, page 9.

PALMER DISTINCTIVE DENTISTRY 134 Milestone Way 864-879-6494 • Greenville PalmerDMD.com

We practice biological dentistry and adhere to the highest standards of biocompatible dentistry as defined by the International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology (IAOMT). One visit-crowns, laser-assisted periodontal therapy and ozone therapy; fluoride-free office since 1995. See ad, page 5.

TRINITY DENTAL

Dr. Robert A. Berkowitz 1221 N. Fant St. 864-224-4736 • Anderson TrinityDentalCenter.com

Along with holistic dental practices, we also offer non-drug treatment for TMJ pain, ozone/oxygen therapies and a home sleep study to overcome sleep apnea. See ad, page 57.

EYE NUTRITION GREENVILLE FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE

301 Halton Rd, Ste. A 864-558-0200 • Greenville GreenvilleFunctionalMedicine.com

A holistic vision program that successfully treats eye conditions including macular degeneration, cataracts, glaucoma and more. This program is considered the standard in alternative therapies for the eye. See ad, pages 2 and 3.

FENG SHUI/ INTERIOR REDESIGN FINE REDESIGNS

Michele Senac, CFSP Redesign/Feng Shui Certified 864-631-9335 FineRedesigns.com

Have a whole new look for your home or business using what you already own. Have a home or business that reflects who you really are. Transform and love your space with Interior Redesign and Feng Shui. Experience a design transformation that you can see and feel. See ad, page 13.

FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE GREENVILLE FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE

301 Halton Rd, Ste. A 864-558-0200 • Greenville GreenvilleFunctionalMedicine.com

We identify the causes of disease rather than treating the symptoms and teach patients about the core principles of health maintenance and prevention.

See ad, pages 2 and 3.

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HAIR SALON/SPA

3620 Pelham Rd. 864-527-4220 • Greenville EarthFare.com

All nATuRAl HeAlTH & BeAuTY CenTeR

Alice Caston, Cosmetologist 101 College St. 864-963-2882 • Simpsonville NaturalFarmacy.net

Over 20 years experience in licensed cosmetology. We specialize in multicultural hair care, color, facials, and waxing services. We now offer a chemicalfree hair straightening program.

Free consultations.

Earth Fare offers a fantastic selection of products including local organic produce, naturallyraised meats, seafood, supplements, natural beauty products, and an eat-in café, deli, and juice bar.

Check out our event calendar for upcoming happenings.

MARkeT foR life

Margaret Griffin 2801 Wade Hampton Blvd, Ste. 15 864-268-9255 • Taylors

nAnCY lee’S HAiR ART

Natural foods, bulk foods/ herbs, nutritional supplements, homeopathic remedies, books, health and beauty aids, pet supplies. We specialize in customer service! Special orders welcome.

Nancy L. Minix, MC, BS, RA – 20+yrs Exp. Operating in the Greer area 864-320-2359 • Greer

More than hair care. Natural/ organic/ammonia-free color and products. Formaldehydefree keratin treatments. Aromatherapy consultations and personalized products. ION footbath detox.

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Marla Rosenburg, Owner/Stylist 1018 S. Batesville Rd. 864-968-0200 • Greer

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The most comprehensive Medical Spa in the Upstate. Doctor specializes in restorative anti-aging medicine. Bio-identical hormones and restorative medicine. Salt therapy in Himalayan salt cave. Vitamin infusions, laser procedures, facials and massage therapy. See ad, page 41.

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