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am awake. Recently I took one of those silly Facebook quizzes, which asked, “What is your focus for the new year?” My results: I want to live a simple life without stress or worry. I don’t need a lot of stuff; I just want to be happy. I am ready to be ready. For me, 2019 is going to be all about self-care. I recently moved, downsized and simplified my life. I have a new canvas, and I’m eager to start choosing and creating what feels good for me. Through my daily meditation, it became clear to me that by shifting my perspective just two degrees—mind, body and spirit—I can shift my life in a whole new direction. I am on a mission to positively crowdfund my life—in other words, to do more of what feels good to me, to focus on solutions and to shine my light more brightly. For me, that will mean continuing to eat foods that enhance my health, and to have fun choosing and preparing great ingredients. It will mean fostering my relationships with local farms, and spending more time connecting with creatures and people in nature. (Who needs a gym membership when we have hundreds of miles of hiking and biking trails and magnificent parks and preserves?) I look forward to participating in more local events, joining more groups and causes to improve my life, and stepping through more open doors to better connect with my community and find new ways to be happy. I will allow myself time to be still, learning to get comfortable with the pauses in life, as I tend to be always on the go. I can’t even imagine what my life will look like six months from now, but I know that if I hold my intention for more joy, peace and happiness, it will be perfect for me. I know that my life has changed dramatically since I was given my first copy of Natural Awakenings years ago by a local wellness practitioner, who had picked it up on a visit to Florida. Natural Awakenings began publishing in Florida 25 years ago, and what started as a spark of an idea is now the largest publishing franchise in the natural health industry. Some 2.8 million people read the print magazines, and the publication has a broad online reach too. “We love to spread light,” says Natural Awakenings founder, Sharon Bruckman. Read more about our amazing company on page 18, and you’ll understand why I feel so grateful to be part of this publishing family. Whether you are picking up Natural Awakenings for the first time or have been reading it for years, I challenge you to take better care of yourself. I hope that by planting seeds of light, this magazine will empower you to lead a healthier, more balanced life on a healthier planet. This is the Natural Awakenings mission, for it is in taking on life’s challenges that we tend to learn and grow. With Joy,

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Contents 18 SILVER THREAD AND

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25 Years of Natural Awakenings

20 KICK-START ORGAN VITALITY

New Energy for the New Year

23 DETOXING WITH FOOD Plant-based, low-fat diet key for restoring health

26 WELLNESS PROFILES

Local Health Practitioners and Centers

48 AUTISM’S GUT-BRAIN

AXIS

A Promising Approach to Healing

50 DUSTIN SULAK

on Cannabis as a Healing Therapy

52 SEEKING SANCTUARY How to Reduce Electromagnetic Radiation at Home

54 CANINE CONUNDRUM Controversy ‘Dogs’ Grain-Free Diet

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DEPARTMENTS 10 health briefs 12 global briefs 16 film brief 17 eco tip 44 conscious

eating 46 healing ways 48 healthy kids 50 wise words

52 green living 54 natural pet 56 inspiration 58 fit body 61 calendar 67 classifieds 68 planet watch 70 directory

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Beet Juice Boosts Stamina Beetroot juice supplements increase exercise duration and intensity for heart failure patients with a condition called reduced ejection fraction, which affects about half of such patients. In previous studies, beets have been shown to increase exercise capacity for healthy people because they increase nitric oxide levels in the blood.

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Women that feel highly stressed on a daily basis have a lower ability to conceive, report Boston University School of Medicine researchers. In a study published in the American Journal of Epidemiology, 4,769 couples that were trying to conceive were followed for a year. Those women with the highest self-reported stress were 13 percent less likely to conceive than women that reported little stress. Men being under high stress had no effect on conception, but couples were a quarter less likely to conceive if the man’s stress score was low and the woman’s was high, which the researchers termed “partner stress discordance.” In North America, about one out of four women and one out of five men of reproductive age report daily psychological stress.

Nettle, a common roadside weed, may offer hope for sufferers of inflammatory bowel diseases such as Crohn’s and ulcerative colitis. Research from Iran’s University of Medical Sciences tested 59 patients with inflammatory bowel disease in a 12-week, double-blind clinical trial with an extract of nettle leaf (Urtica dioica). Those receiving the nettle leaf extract had lower blood levels of the C-reactive protein inflammatory marker along with a significant improvement in their inflammatory bowel disease quality-of-life scores.

Daily Walks Make Kids Healthier Thanks to a program called The Daily Mile, Scottish schoolchildren have shown improvements in their fitness and body composition, researchers from the universities of Edinburgh and Sterling report. Started by a teacher in 2012, the initiative encourages children to run, jog or walk around their school grounds during a 15-minute recess from classes in addition to normal activity and physical education lessons. For the study, 391 pupils between 4 and 12 years old wore accelerometers to record their activity and were checked for body fat and overall fitness. Compared to a control group, they increased their physical activity by 9.1 minutes a day, lowered sedentary time by 18.2 minutes, ran 42 yards farther and

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significantly lowered their body fat. “[The study] suggests that The Daily Mile is a worthwhile intervention to introduce in schools, and that it should be considered for inclusion in government policy, both at home and abroad,” says study author Colin Moran, Ph.D. To date, the Scottish Government has extended it to half of the country’s primary schools, plus nurseries, colleges, universities and businesses. The Daily Mile Foundation reports that 3,600 schools in 35 countries, including Australia, Belgium, Canada, England, Germany, Ireland, Jamaica, the Netherlands and the U.S., have embraced the program.

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Eating Mediterranean Diet Helps Save Eyesight

Low-Nutrition Foods Linked to Cancers

The risk of late-stage, age-related macular degeneration, a leading cause of blindness worldwide, can be lowered by 41 percent by eating a Mediterranean diet, according to a new study presented by the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO). The research, which followed nearly 4,500 French and Dutch adults aged 55 and older for 21 years, found that no single food component lowered the risk; rather, it was the nutrient-rich diet itself. The findings correlate with previous research that links the Mediterranean diet, typically rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains and legumes, fish and olive oil, to a longer lifespan and a lower risk of heart disease and cognitive decline. “You are what you eat,” says AAO spokesperson Emily Chew, M.D. “It’s time to take quitting a poor diet as seriously as quitting smoking.”

In a 10-nation study involving nearly half a million Europeans, researchers found that those eating foods with lower nutritional quality had a significantly greater incidence of cancer, especially colorectal, upper digestive tract, stomach and lung cancers for men, and liver and postmenopausal breast cancers for women. The study supports wider adoption of a British front-ofpackage food nutritional content labeling system.

Artificial Sweeteners Harm Gut Microbes Six popular artificial sweeteners approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration—aspartame, sucralose, neotame, saccharine, advantame and acesulfame potassium-k—were found to be toxic to digestive gut microbes in a new paper published in Molecules. Researchers at Israel’s Ben-Gurion University of the Negev and Singapore’s Nanyang Technological University tested each sweetener along with 10 sports drinks that contained them. They discovered that otherwise healthy bacteria found in the digestive system became toxic when they came into contact with even one mg/ml (less than onehundredth of a teaspoon) of the artificial sweeteners.

Optimism Linked to Better Heart Health Being upbeat helps heart health, reports a new review of research from Harvard’s T.H. Chan School of Public Health. Analyzing dozens of studies on psychological wellbeing involving hundreds of thousands of people, the researchers found that the most optimistic people are more likely to kick a smoking habit, exercise regularly and favor fruits and vegetables over processed meat and sugary foods. Mindfulness programs such as meditation, yoga or tai chi can help enhance optimism by reducing anxiety and stress while boosting quality of life, say the study authors. The researchers also highlighted a 2017 study that found that women in the top quarter of optimism were 40 percent less likely to die from heart disease. January 2019

Rare Breed Monstrous Morass Great Pacific Garbage Patch Out of Control

In the Pacific Ocean between Hawaii and California, the 80,000-ton Great Pacific Garbage Patch is growing. Encompassing 600,000 square miles, the world’s largest such dump is twice the size of Texas, according to a three-year mapping effort by eight organizations. “To solve a problem, we need to understand it first,” says Boyan Slat, CEO of Dutch-based nonprofit The Ocean Cleanup. “The bad part is that there is more [there] than what we thought. The good part is that most of the plastic is still large objects. Just 8 percent of the plastic is micro plastic. It’s not too late to do something about it.” Fishing gear comprises an estimated half of the debris. The Ocean Cleanup intends to capture, concentrate and ship the materials from the patch back to land.

Exmoor Ponies Beat the Odds The Exmoor pony, which inhabits an area bordered by Devon and Somerset counties in England, is currently listed as endangered by the Rare Breeds Survival Trust. It’s believed that these ponies derive from the original prehistoric horse that made the trek from Alaska to Great Britain some 130,000 years ago. Today, about 150 Exmoor ponies roam free on the moor and many more are being reared on farms in other parts of the UK. The Exmoor ponies benefit the environment, attract visitors and increase awareness of environmental conservation.

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Meatless Munchies

Vegan Beer Hall Highlights Plant-Based Food

Nature Finds a Way

Frogs and toads are returning in parts of Panama after a deadly fungal disease devastated amphibians in Central America from 2004 to 2007. New research shows that evolution may have saved the day. In El Cope, at least four species disappeared, including the redstriped Rio San Juan robber frog. Four other species lost at least 88 percent of their populations. They are still infected with the fungus, but are alive and increasing in numbers, according to a new study in the journal Science. Studies have shown that as bad as disease outbreaks get, they play a tiny role in species extinction, notes Andrew Blaustein, at Oregon State University, who wasn’t part of the current study. Evolution allows species to resist completely succumbing to the nastiest diseases, “So, yes, there is hope.” 12

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The Problem With Bottled Water Is the Bottle One million plastic bottles are sold around the world each minute. Most are used for bottled water, and most end up in the trash. As demand grows, especially in China, so does the bottle problem. According to environmental watchdog Euromonitor, if the present rate of consumption is not reduced, humans will use an estimated half a trillion plastic bottles a year by 2021. The French mineral water brand Evian is part of the problem, but is working on a plan to address it through a new approach. The company plans to use 100 percent recycled plastic by 2025 and to partner with a nonprofit focused on collecting ocean plastic.

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People relying on plant-based diets can find it challenging to honor their philosophies when enjoying a night out in a beer hall. But in Quincy, Massachusetts, the tavern Rewild is giving hope to those that want to get a little buzzed and still trust the menu. Owner Pat McAuley is working with chef Will Hernandez to offer vegan food at affordable prices. McAuley says, “There’s no other place in Massachusetts that you can go have a few beers, hang out with friends and eat plant-based food. My primary goal of the whole project is to just bring plant-based food in a social and fun way.”

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Presumed Extinct Dog Species Rediscovered

After thinking the New Guinea highland wild dog had gone extinct in its native habitat, researchers have now confirmed the existence of a healthy, viable population, hidden on the island in one of the most remote and inhospitable regions on Earth. According to DNA analysis, these are the most ancient and primitive canids (dogs) in existence. “The discovery and confirmation of the highland wild dog for the first time in over half a century is not only exciting, but an incredible opportunity for science,” says the group behind the discovery, the New Guinea Highland Wild Dog Foundation.

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Smart Trash

Baltimore Rolls Out Sensor-Equipped Bins

Baltimore is spending $15 million to deploy 4,000 sensorequipped trash receptacles that signal when they need emptying to increase collection efficiency. “The cans come with Wi-Fi; we will utilize this capability to allow the can to transmit information, including how full it is, so we can offer as-needed servicing of the cans,” says Jeffrey Raymond, with the Baltimore Department of Public Works. The solar-powered trash receptacles are manufactured by Ecube Labs, with offices in Los Angeles and South Korea. The company is installing its CleanCUBE bins across Baltimore in three stages, starting with 150 units in the South Baltimore gateway/casino area.

Cork Rocks

Cork is both recyclable and renewable because it regenerates its bark after harvesting, which causes no harm to trees. Durable cork can be found in the flooring of the Library of Congress and as an insulator for space shuttles. It’s also a waterproof, abrasionresistant fire retardant and acoustic insulator with odor and humidity-controlling and acoustic sounddampening applications. In Portugal, the world’s largest producer, the outer skin regrows in time for the next harvest. The stripped trees absorb large amounts of carbon dioxide and release more oxygen, so Portugal’s cork forests, or montados, are often referred to as the “lungs” of the environment. 14

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The Self-Regenerating Building Material

3-D Domiciles

High-Tech Instant Homes on Horizon

A 3-D printed home can be built in less than 24 hours at a cost of $10,000. Developers hope to cut it to $4,000 to help families living in poverty or other unsafe conditions. New Story, a housing charity organization, and ICON, a construction tech company, have partnered to try ending global homelessness. Being able to lock the door and have a safe shelter can be elusive. An entire community of printed homes is planned for construction in El Salvador. The 650-square-foot, proof-of-concept prototype— containing a living room, small office, one bedroom and one bathroom—was built in Austin, Texas. Human workers installed the windows, doors, plumbing and electrical systems. ICON staff will use the home as an office to test its durability.

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Dogs Help Restore Burnt Forests in Chile

Forest fires in Chile ravaged vast swathes of land in 2017, burning sturdy older trees in the El Maule region. Since then, three border collies belonging to Francisca Torres, a member of the environmental nonprofit Pewos, have been wandering through the charred remains with special satchels that spray seeds as they run to sow seedlings, grass and flowers. A major goal is for animals that fled the fires to return. “The main thing is for the fauna to be able to live,” says Torres. She says the dogs, bred to herd sheep, are smart and fast, covering a much larger area than a human could on foot. January 2019

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Secret Ingredients New Film Shares Stories of Hope and Healing

A new featurelength documentary, Secret Ingredients, makes a compelling case for why organic foods may be the key to unlocking better health and reversing chronic illnesses ranging from asthma to autism. The film shares the uplifting stories of individuals and families that overcame their struggles with digestive problems, allergies, skin conditions and infertility after eliminating genetically modified (GMO) crops and agricultural toxins from their diets. “This gives tremendous hope for those suffering from chronic disorders in that simply switching to an organic diet may improve their quality of life,” says Jeffrey Smith, who produced and co-directed the film with awardwinning filmmaker Amy Hart. “We hope the film will create an organized tsunami driving millions of people to better living through healthy eating.” Secret Ingredients includes testimonies from physicians and scientists that explain how GMOs, Monsanto’s ubiquitous Roundup herbicide and other pesticides can disrupt our biological systems and compromise our health. “More than 200 studies show the links between GMOs and poor health,” says Smith, “while Roundup and other toxic applications have been proven to damage mitochondria, disrupt the gut biome, throw off hormones, and promote tumors and birth defects.” The film builds on the groundbreaking research that went into Smith’s prior feature-length documentary Genetic Roulette: The Gamble of Our Lives, which looked at genetically engineered foods as a major contributor to rising disease rates in the U.S. Visit SecretIngredientsMovie.com for a trailer and schedule of screenings. Smith’s companion site HealingFromGMOs.com features a free online conference that shares research-based recommendations on how to protect against and heal from exposure to GMOs and pesticides. 16

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Ways to Improve Indoor Air Quality For much of the country, winter means spending more time indoors—and exposed to potential toxins. Indoor air quality is critically important to children, the elderly and people with respiratory problems that may be especially sensitive to pollutants, according to WebMD.com. Recognizing and avoiding some of the most common sources of toxins in the home can safeguard everyone’s health year-round and notably now, at the height of the season when humans tend to hibernate in their warm abodes. n The Environmental Working Group warns about volatile organic compounds (VOCs) that can be found in many household products from new carpets and furniture to paints and air fresheners. These airborne toxins can irritate eyes and respiratory systems, and increase the risk of cancer and liver, kidney and central nervous system damage. Look for low- and zero-VOC products; buy solid wood, hardwood or exterior-grade plywood and antique furniture. Open the windows once in a while as a natural, refreshing way to ventilate. n How, when and how often we vacuum is also important. The Indoor Air Quality Association (iaqa.org) recommends a slow and steady motion “to keep dust from flying up into the air.” They also suggest pet owners should vacuum every two days. When choosing a vacuum cleaner, go with a model that includes a high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filter to pick up microscopic particles a regular vacuum cannot remove. n The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency recommends using and properly maintaining home ventilation systems, including exhaust fans, air conditioning and heating units; preventing mold by controlling moisture and humidity, including checking pipes and window sills for condensation; and keeping the home smoke-free, because burning cigarettes release at least 69 chemicals that can cause cancer. n Place a large floor mat just inside each outside door, suggests WebMD.com, as people track in many chemicals—especially from pesticides and other pollutants— via the dirt on their shoes, which also can be removed before entering. January 2019

25 Years of Natural Awakenings by Jan Hollingsworth

he year was 1994. Sharon Bruckman—a The real “natural America Online awakening” is about dreamer and entrepreopened the first neur in her own right— each of us waking up was quietly laying the gateway to the World to who we truly are and foundation for what Wide Web; Jeff Bezos founded the fledgling the kind of world we would become the largbehemoth Amazon; and can create together. est franchise publishing Deepak Chopra installed network in the natural ~Sharon Bruckman the first bricks on his health industry: Natural path to enlightenment Awakenings magazine. with the publication of his book The Seven “America’s natural wellness and sustainSpiritual Laws of Success: A Practical Guide ability movements were in their infancy to the Fulfillment of Your Dreams. when we started,” says Bruckman. “Now Perhaps not coincidentally, genetically the seeds that were planted in fertile soil are engineered tomatoes entered the U.S. food benefiting people nationwide, as well as supply that year, spawning a GMO food throughout our precious planet.” revolution that transcended the age-old Woven from the threads of grit, debate between pesticides and organics. inspiration and perhaps serendipity, Frankenfoods, as they are called, were the the magazine was a tapestry of health, leading edge of a cultural awakening. healing and mindfulness. Its successful Meanwhile, in the sleepy, sunNaples debut was quickly followed by a drenched beach town of Naples, Florida, second edition in Sarasota. 18

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By 1999, it was clear that Americans had a voracious appetite for well-researched, practical information about the latest natural approaches to nutrition, fitness, personal growth and sustainable living. The Natural Awakenings franchise was born that year, conceived as a local magazine in many different communities—now 74 markets in the U.S.—anchored by a national editorial team that explores and anticipates the latest trends in mind, body and spirit. Readership of the print magazines is 2.8-million strong, plus a broad online and digital reach. Bruckman’s holistic-minded passion for health, wellness and integrative therapies has awakened in like-minded entrepreneurs a desire to embrace her mission. As Paul Chen, publisher of the Atlanta franchise puts it: “Awakenings of the heart speak to our desire for deeper and stronger personal relationships. Awakenings of the mind speak to our desire to learn more, faster, and optimize our mental capacities. Awakenings of the soul speak to our desire to develop greater love and compassion for all living beings equally and an increasing understanding of and connection with whatever it is we believe lies beyond our small, individual human selves.” The magazine, in turn, has awakened its readers to new ways of connecting both with their communities and each other. Natural Awakenings has become a go-to guide for local community events, products and practitioners in all of its markets. “We love to spread light,” says Bruckman. “Natural Awakenings has played a significant role in fueling the wellness revolution I saw emerging all those years ago, propelled by the kindred spirits who read, advertise and contribute

Natural Awakenings Mission Statement To empower individuals to live a healthier lifestyle on a healthier planet. To educate communities on the latest in natural health and sustainability. To connect readers with local wellness resources and events, inspiring them to lead more balanced lives. to our magazines. Our publishers are torchbearers aligned with the vision of a healthier world and the mission to facilitate that transformation.” During a lifetime of holistic-minded entrepreneurship, Bruckman, a constant gardener, continues to personally tend each new crop of ideas that germinate on the pages of her magazines which bear the imprint, “Healthy Living, Healthy Planet.” By identifying and responding to a simple need in one community, she has tapped into a universal spirit that exceeded her wildest expectations. “If you have the heart, vision and enthusiasm to help make the world a better place, a greater force just might step in to enable success beyond anything you imagined. The real ‘natural awakening’ is about each of us waking up to who we truly are and the kind of world we can create together.” We can’t always be shaded by the trees that we grow, yet after 25 years, the seeds Bruckman planted have branched across a nation and borne fruit that will make a difference in countless lives for many years to come. It is my honor to join her on this journey as Natural Awakenings celebrates its silver anniversary. Jan Hollingsworth is the national editor of Natural Awakenings magazine. January 2019

seniors at Chicago’s Rush University found that eating leafy greens once or twice a day slowed mental deterioration.

reduce anxiety and depression, protect against mental decline and even correct stroke damage. In a Swiss study using MRI, people drinking green tea immediately had heightened activity in the workingmemory part of their brain.

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New Energy for the New Year by Ronica A. O’Hara

ith the merry-making furor of the holidays behind us, it’s that time of year when our bodies are crying out for some detox and rejuvenation. Aside from getting back to the basics—a healthy diet and daily exercise—we can take a page from traditional Chinese and Indian medical practices and holistic approaches and use natural, organby-organ procedures to renew our bodies and restore inherent vitality. “Strengthening our organs is critical because the organs create the vital essences of life, and our emotional and mental health depends to a great extent on how healthy our organs are,” notes T. Caylor Wadlington, a doctor of Oriental medicine and acupuncture teacher in Denver. “In working to revitalize and re-energize the organs, we renew not just our physical body, but also our sense of well-being.” Here’s a guide to a gentle fix-up campaign for the five organs considered vital for life in both Western and Eastern medicine: 20

Boost the Brain

“Stress can lead to imbalance of the brain’s neurotransmitters, making it more difficult to focus, concentrate, relax and sleep—but it’s reversible, and the brain can absolutely heal from these effects under the right circumstances,” says integrative neurologist Ilene S. Ruhoy, M.D., Ph.D., of the Center for Healing Neurology, in Seattle.

ommends boswellia, long used in Asian and African medicine. It targets cerebral inflammation, stimulates the growth of neurons, enhances cognition, lowers depression and alleviates learning and memory problems.

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nating slow movements, or even rest with one-to-two-minute bursts of intense, all-out, heart-pounding moves like Zumba dancing, jogging or lunges increases important proteins called the neurotrophic factor that help brain cells grow, work and live longer, reports a new study from Canada’s McMaster University.

Rejuvenate the Heart

Stress also increases hormones such as adrenaline and cortisol, which drive up blood pressure, blood sugar and inflammation, says holistic cardiologist Joel Kahn, M.D., of Detroit, author of The Whole Heart Solution: Halt Heart Disease Now with the Best Alternative and Traditional Medicine.

Assess it: If you find it hard concentrat-

Assess it: Shortness of breath, irregu-

ing, sleeping, getting things done, remembering where things are and not being grouchy, the brain could be on stress-related overload. See a doctor if teeth grinding, high blood pressure, shortness of breath, fainting or dizziness develop.

lar heartbeat, anxiety, panic and swollen feet or ankles are signs the heart may be overloaded. Get medical help immediately if there is unusual deep exhaustion, unexplained weakness, nausea, dizziness, chest pain or pain that spreads to the arms.

Eat this: The top brain boosters are easy

Eat this: “The best foods for a stressed

to swallow—dark chocolate, berries, nuts and avocados, along with oily fish, reports WebMD. Also, a five-year study of 950

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heart are those rich in magnesium. I like a giant green, leafy salad, often organic arugula, with blueberries, pumpkin seeds and walnuts,” says Kahn.

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Drink this: Green tea is proven to

Drink this: hot, golden turmeric milk,

made with organic soy or nut milks, a heaping tablespoon of turmeric (a potent anti-inflammatory also shown to reverse Alzheimer’s “brain tangles”), a pinch of black pepper and maybe an organic pumpkin spice mix.

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strengthens and tones heart muscles, suppresses deadly blood-clotting signals, fights inflammation and lowers heart attack risk, studies show. European doctors routinely prescribe it for managing mild heart failure, either alone or with drugs.

Try this movement: Hop on a bike:

Cycling 20 miles a week slashes heart disease risk by half, reports the British Medical Journal. Also, do slow stretches every day: A Japanese study found a correlation between flexibility of the body and of the arteries.

Cleanse the Lungs

Family holidays may not always be unconditionally loving, which can induce stress, anger and sadness—emotions linked in laboratory studies to decreases in lung function. “You

Assess it: Trouble breathing, shortness of breath and a cough that won’t go away are signs of stressed-out lungs. If there’s coughing up of blood or mucus, or discomfort or pain when breathing, see a doctor.

Eat this: A 10-year study of 650 Euro-

pean adults found that eating apples and tomatoes two or three times a day, along with other fruit, speeds the healing of smoke-damaged lungs and seems to slow down the lungs’ natural aging process.

Drink this: a juice combining cilantro,

carrot, celery and ginger. According to the Lung Institute, cilantro helps remove heavy metals, carrots provide vitamin A to repair lung tissue, celery helps flush out carbon dioxide and ginger removes irritants from the lungs.

Supplement with this: vitamin D.

Low levels seem to be linked to a higher risk of respiratory infections and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, according to a review of clinical studies in Advances in Nutrition.

Try this movement: To loosen the

airways when tense, the American Lung Association recommends slowly breathing in through the nose for two counts with the mouth closed. Purse the lips as if to whistle, and then breathe out slowly and gently through the lips to a count of four.

Detox the Kidneys

The kidneys are hardworking, fist-sized organs just below the back rib cage that filter waste and toxins out of 200 quarts of blood a day.

Assess it: Fatigue, feeling cold, shortness of breath, itchiness, swollen hands or feet, a puffy face, metallic-tasting food and ammonia-smelling breath are signs of growing kidney stress. See a doctor if experiencing kidney pain, weakness, lightheadedness, loss of appetite, nausea and vomiting, extreme thirst or decreased urination.

Eat this: Bone broth, wheat, millet,

black sesame seeds, chestnuts, mulberries, raspberries, strawberries and walnuts are recommended by herbalist and acupuncturist Irina Logman of the Advanced Holistic Center, in New York City, to restore the kidneys.

An Ounce of Prevention

y taking a few forward-thinking steps, we can protect ourselves proactively from dangers to our vital organs:

Brain

Just say Om! Meditation enlarges parts of the brain concerned with memory, body awareness and emotional control, concluded a review of 21 neuroimaging studies from 300 meditators. InsightTimer. com, a meditation app, makes it easy to meditate for even five minutes a day.

Heart

can actually give yourself a stress asthma attack,” says Maui naturopath Carolyn Dean, M.D., ND, author of The Complete Natural Medicine Guide to Women’s Health.

Every night, write down two or three things to be grateful for. Heart patients at the Uni-

versity of California, San Diego, that did this for two months had reduced heart inflammation and improved cardiac biomarkers. “Appreciating even the littlest things builds a heart-protective habit of gratitude,” says study author Paul J. Mills, Ph.D., a professor of family medicine and public health.

Lungs

Many popular cleaning products contain dangerous chemicals, including volatile organic compounds (VOC) that several studies link to breathing problems, asthma and allergies. Check out the Environmental Working Group’s toxicity information on 2,500 products at ewg.org/guides/cleaners.

Kidneys

To energize sluggish kidneys, try a quarter teaspoon of baking soda (sodium bicarbonate) in water. In a British study of 134 people with advanced chronic kidney disease, this easy strategy reduced the rate of kidney decline to normal levels. Check with a doctor if under nephrology care.

Liver

Examine the ingredients in prescriptions and over-the-counter meds to make sure daily intake of acetaminophen doesn’t exceed 3,000 milligrams; accidental overuse is the biggest cause of liver failure in the U.S. January 2019

Supplement with this: Dandelion tea

helps to cleanse and strengthen the kidneys and a new study in Renal Failure reports that it also protects the kidneys from damage by certain toxins.

Try this qigong movement: Rub the palms together to warm them, and then place them on the kidney areas. Slowly massage in circular motions 12 times, and then reverse direction.

Shore up the Liver

“The liver is critical for detoxifying the body, but higher sugar and alcohol consumption over the holidays, as well as more stress, can increase toxin buildup that can damage the liver, which is why it’s important to take steps to help it recover,” says functional chiropractor Jennifer R. Welch, DC, of Iowa Functional Health, in Clive, Iowa.

Assess it: Itchy skin, easy bruising,

musky-smelling breath, itchy red palms and mental sluggishness are early problem signs. Advanced symptoms that require medical care are yellowish skin, abdominal pain, swollen legs and ankles, ongoing fatigue, dark urine and pale stool.

Eat these: A Chinese study linked liver disease with low potassium levels, so consume sweet potatoes, tomato sauce, beet greens, beans, blackstrap molasses and bananas.

Drink this: Sip probiotic drinks like

kombucha and kefir. The probiotic Lactobacillus rhamnosus significantly lowered liver damage linked to excess acetaminophen in a recent Emory University laboratory study. 22

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Full-Body Boosters

few daily to-dos that benefit the whole body:

Walking. A mere 20

minutes a day extends sleep up to an hour and lowers early mortality risk by 20 percent.

Adaptogens. Tak-

ing super-herbs such as astralagus, ashwagandha and rhodiola helps us adapt to stress.

Turmeric. An antioxidant and antiinflammatory powerhouse proven to ward off cancer, heart disease and dementia.

Nature. A dose of greenery a day keeps

the blues away—and also guards against heart disease, Type 2 diabetes and early mortality from all causes, a review of 140 studies shows. Sources: Harvard University School of Medicine, Dr. Andrew Weil (DrWeil. com), American Journal of Preventive Medicine, ScienceDaily.com.

Supplement with this: Milk thistle

has been shown in Italian animal studies to decrease and even reverse damage to the liver caused by medications, alcohol, antibiotics, pollution and heavy metals.

Try this yoga movement: With

feet shoulder-width apart, make circles with the hips, pushing the torso farther and farther outward with each circle. Reverse direction. Ronica A. O’Hara is a Denver-based freelance health writer. Connect at OHaraRonica@gmail.com.

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or lime. “The citrate makes water, as metabolized, more alkaline, which helps to remove acid from the blood, bring pH into balance and prevents bone, heart and further kidney damage,” says Phoenix nephrologist Mandip S. Kang, M.D., author of The Doctor’s Kidney Diet: A Nutritional Guide to Managing and Slowing the Progression of Chronic Kidney Disease.

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Drink this: Water with squirts of lemon

Symptoms of a struggling liver are wide ranging, from weight gain and bloating to migraines, heart palpitations, high blood pressure, eczema and diabetes.

DETOXING WITH FOOD Plant-based, low-fat diet key for restoring health by Marilee Burrell

ost people are dealing with an overburdened, sluggish or fatty liver and don’t even realize it, according to Anthony William, aka the Medical Medium, author of the New York Times bestseller Liver Rescue. Symptoms of a struggling liver are wide ranging, he says—from weight gain and bloating to migraines, heart palpitations, high blood pressure, eczema and diabetes. The cause? Long-term exposure to toxins such as heavy metals, pesticides and plastics; the Epstein-Barr virus or other undiagnosed pathogens; and high-fat diets. The good news is that by helping this one organ heal, we can heal other, seemingly unrelated areas of our body as well, he says. In addition, potential health problems that were lurking just beneath the surface can be averted, preventing disease down the road. Since William’s popularity has skyrocketed in recent years, getting an appointment with him is pretty much impossible. Fortunately, many doctors and health

practitioners are now versed in his work— often out of necessity, as they used it first to heal themselves.

Healing the Liver with Food

Robin Miller, an integrative nutrition health coach and mental health counselor in Westchester, uses her own health journey and information she gains from William’s official Medical Medium practitioners group to teach people about healing foods, and to support them as they develop new, healthier ways to eat. “I struggled with chronic illness my whole life, but three and a half years ago, my life was compromised to the point of not being able to work or spend quality time with my family,” she says. “I spent tens of thousands of dollars on interventions, many of which turned out to be based on incorrect information and actually exacerbated my conditions.” Despite having been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis and other autoimmune disorders, Miller is now 95 percent symptom free—and she gives credit to Wil-

liam’s work, saying, “I am now committed to helping others who want to be on this journey.” The starting point, she says, is removing “no” foods, such as eggs, dairy, canola oil and gluten (viruses’ favorite fuels), and lowering fat intake, while introducing healing morning drinks like lemon water, celery juice and the Medical Medium’s smoothies; healing foods such as leafy greens; and glucose-rich foods such as fresh fruit, potatoes, squash and sweet potatoes. (A detailed list can be found in William’s second book, Life-Changing Foods.) Dr. Sherri Greene, a restorative physician who sees patients in New York City and worldwide through video appointments, agrees. “The very best place to start is to reduce your consumption of fat—even the good fats, including oils, nuts and seeds, and avocado. This will make it easier for the liver to do its job,” she says. “The next thing to do is the simplest: Drink a 16-ounce glass of fresh water with lemon first thing in the morning when you wake up. The lemon water will help rehydrate your body and liver, which has been working to cleanse your body of toxins while you sleep, and it will continue to support your liver’s ability to cleanse through the morning. “ Greene recommends drinking a 16-ounce glass of fresh, organic celery juice about 20 minutes after drinking the lemon water, on an empty stomach. “Celery juice is a magical elixir that acts as an anti-inflammatory full of mineral salts that can help to starve pathogens in your body,” she says. “Celery juice also supports your kidneys and adrenals and raises your hydrochloric acid stores so that you can break down your food better. Mineral salts in the celery juice are also building blocks for neurotransmitters in your brain, so you will begin to think more clearly.” January 2019

ing filtered water with lemon, reduce toxins from foods and the environment, lower fat intake, reduce animal protein and consume more fruits and vegetables—and drink celery juice daily on an empty stomach,” she says. And like Greene, Sawers has experienced the healing benefits of William’s advice firsthand. “I have followed AnDrink a 16-ounce glass of fresh, organic celery juice on thony William for three years an empty stomach every day. For more info about the now and have recovered health benefits of celery juice, visit celeryjuice.com from depression and anxiety, chronic fatigue, low energy, recurring sinus Voices of Experience infections and PMS and hormonal imbalGreene speaks from personal experience. ance,” she says. She says William’s diet helped her manage chronic conditions that neither Western “Celery juice is a magical nor complementary medicine could touch. elixir that acts as an anti“I’ve had a lifelong battle with chronic pain and inflammation,” she says. “I have inflammatory full of mineral had the diagnoses of Lyme disease and salts that can help to starve endometriosis, adrenal fatigue and chronic pathogens in your body.” back pain along the way. It was frustrating for many years, not understanding why I couldn’t get better. I went from doctor to The Benefits of a doctor for answers … tried many, many Healthy Liver different approaches in an effort to heal Greene says she’s seen a healthier liver myself.” lead to better skin tone, the resolution Then she met William. She says he of longstanding skin conditions such as shined a light on the misinformation she eczema and psoriasis, improved digeshad learned in medical school, and now tion, less bloating, weight loss, clarity of she uses what she learned from him to treat thought, more stable moods, higher energy her own patients. levels, better sleep, and healing from vari “This information that he puts out in ous chronic health problems, including his books is life changing, and although it’s autoimmune conditions. not a quick fix, it is the answer for mystery Miller notes that the diet’s prevenchronic conditions that keep the masses tive effects are wide-ranging. By restorsuffering and in pain,” she says. ing a sluggish liver, she says, people can Dr. Erica Sawers, a chiropractor and strengthen their immune systems so they registered dietician in Fairfield, Connectistay healthier and more energetic. They can cut, says she uses William’s methods to also slow the aging process. help people improve their health through “Anthony also talks about liver health targeted diet modifications, supplement in relation to other things, like unburdenprotocols and lifestyle changes. She’s ing the lymphatic system, allowing the worked with patients who are recovering adrenals to recover. In this way, the liver from cancer, chronic fatigue and Lyme will be supported to do its many complex disease, among other health issues. roles, from cleaning and filtering our blood “The most basic thing you can do for to processing nutrients,” she says. your liver is to get well hydrated by drink-

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Miller predicts that restoring the liver will become “the health priority of our generation and generations to come” as we face growing environmental and lifestyle hazards. Sawers, too, can quickly list the broad benefits of healthy liver: “Improved digestion and sleep. Feeling younger and more vibrant. Recovering from health conditions that once plagued you.”

“The Best Anti-Aging Secret”

Miller predicts that restoring the liver will become “the health priority of our generation and generations to come” as we face growing environmental and lifestyle hazards. Among those hazards are increased toxin exposures, the rising contamination and genetic modification of our industrial food system, higher stress levels, and potent viruses and bacteria. Greene calls William’s diet “the best anti-aging secret ever” because it triggers healing in so many other ways too. “The liver holds the key to the healing of so many physical, emotional and even spiritual challenges,” she says. “We don’t learn this in medical school, which puts many doctors at a disadvantage. As we become more aware of how our livers serve us on a deeper level—as we become more conscious and begin feeling better—we will heal ourselves and gain more compassion for others.” For more information about Anthony William’s books and work, visit MedicalMedium.com. For professional guidance in restoring liver health naturally, contact Robin Miller at 914.419.5256 or windflowerintegrativehealing@gmail.com, or on Facebook @ HealWithPlants; Dr. Sherri Greene at 646.849.6444, DrSherriGreene.com or drsherrigreene@gmail.com; or Dr. Erica Sawers, at 203.368.9990, info@ericasawers. com or EricaSawers.com.

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Take Your Health to the Next Level

Kurt Beil, ND, LAc, MPH Hudson Valley Natural Health Create Your Own Wellness Dream Team Find the Ideal Wellness Professionals for Your Healing Journey

Awaken Wellness Fairs Westchester, NYC and Florida

914.422.1784 • 772.345.7218 • awakenusa@aol.com • AwakenFair.com

he Awaken Wellness Fairs educate people about the many paths to a healthy body, mind and spirit that are available in today’s world, including ancient techniques as well as cutting-edge technologies.

Services and products offered: More than 125 exhibitors, including speakers, healers, vendors and readers, offering information about wellness to the general public. Past exhibitors have included M.D.s blending Eastern and Western medicine; aromatherapists; energy healers offering Reiki, polarity and Therapeutic Touch; vendors of unusual, often handmade and always natural and healthy products, including toiletries, lotions, nutritionals, supplements and unique jewelry (usually imbued with special intentions or made from recycled materials); and intuitive readers that connect on a psychic level. (Readings are for entertainment purposes only.) Coming in 2019: The Awaken Fair will be held at the DoubleTree Hotel in Tarrytown, NY, on April 28 and November 24, and in New York City on July 28. There will also be an Awaken Fair in Port St. Lucie, FL, on January 27. Philosophical approach: “As producers and organizers of the Awaken Fair, our philosophy is ‘Awaken to your best self.’ The event is a holistic smorgasbord of possibilities for the public to sample—not every offering is for everyone. But everyone can find at least one resource to help feel better, be better, do better!” See ad, page 2.

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@ The Center for Health and Healing 4 Smith Ave., 2nd Floor, Mount Kisco, NY 914.362.8315 • drkurt@earthlink.net • HudsonValleyNaturalHealth.com

r. Kurt Beil uses a holistic, integrative approach to increase health and address illness. He merges the science of modern health care with the art of traditional healing to naturally optimize health and well-being. Services offered: Naturopathic and Chinese Medicine, including botanicals, nutrition, homeopathy, mind-body medicine, ecotherapy, acupuncture, moxa, cupping, qigong and stress reduction. Areas of specialty: Acute infections, allergies, anxiety, autoimmune disorders, chronic disease, depression, digestive complaints, endocrine/hormone imbalance, environmental toxicity, fatigue, headaches, heart disease, high blood pressure, immune support, inflammation management, insomnia, musculoskeletal pain, men’s health, obesity, stress, tobacco dependence. Philosophical approach: “There is an inherent healing force within each person that needs to be supported. When the barriers to health and root causes of illness are addressed, optimal health and wellness can flourish.” See ad, page39.

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Bock Integrative Medicine Kenneth Bock, M.D. and Somer DelSignore, NP

Old Farm Road, Red Hook, NY 845.758.0001 • BockIntegrative.com • SomerDelSignore.com

he practitioners at Bock Integrative Medicine have expertise in the care of complex chronic conditions. “Through years of experience, we have come to recognize patterns of dysfunction that many of these conditions have in common; however we take an individualized approach with each patient,” Dr. Kenneth Bock says.

Services offered: Individualized, comprehensive integrative medicine consultations and testing; nutritional consultations; targeted nutrient programs; allergy testing; IV therapies, including IV vitamin C and glutathione plus other nutrient therapies, IV chelation therapy and immunoglobulin (IVIG). Area of specialty: Complex medical conditions of children, adolescents and adults. Tick-borne illnesses (Lyme disease and co-infections); immunological conditions, including autoimmune disorders, allergies, immune deficiencies and recurrent infections; infectious triggered autoimmune brain inflammation (PANS/ PANDAS) with tic disorders and neuropsychiatric symptoms; autism spectrum disorders; hormonal imbalances, including hypothyroidism, adrenal dysfunction and menopausal issues; metabolic imbalances. Philosophical approach: “We often begin where conventional practitioners leave off—at the dead ends or the unanswered questions. We listen. We think. We ask questions. We listen some more. Then we get to work, and we are relentless in our pursuit of the answers. We are not satisfied until we have designed a treatment plan that addresses the factors that contribute to the developments of these chronic conditions.”

Bodywork Therapeutics / AIS Wellness Dominique Daly Bedford, NY & Hartford, CT 860.751.2048 • info@bodyworktherapeutics.com BodyworkTherapeutics.com

s a board-certified bodywork, movement and corrective exercise therapist for Bodywork Therapeutics and lead teacher of Active Isolated Stretching and Strengthening for AIS Wellness, Dominique Daly integrates traditional and alternative movement methodologies to help individuals overcome physical limitations brought on by long-term sedentary lifestyles, compromised postures or traumas. Services offered: Teaching individuals how to sit, stand and move freely according to their own anatomy and lifestyles, and how to understand and better use their bodies, optimizing postures with flexibility, strength and body awareness. This multi-disciplinary approach looks like full-body sequential myofascial release, orthopedics, ergonomics, stretching, mindful movement therapy and balance improvement methodologies. Area of specialty: We teach proven, effective systems that foster optimal flexibility and help address and prevent injuries, along with tailored home-care programs that encourage self-sufficiency for challenging professional activities and active or sedentary lifestyles. We combine training, therapy and teaching with systematic, progressive home programs to promote full functionality and well-being. Philosophical approach: “I believe that healing, physical and otherwise, requires a deep, personal search for answers beyond the obvious. It is a discovery process. My work as a therapist is that of a guide who can provide the tools to help individuals navigate this process safely and successfully. Additionally, my mission is to make that work for my clients rewarding, and ultimately revelatory and enjoyable.” See ad, page 33.

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Center for Aligned Healing Bernadette Bloom

Energy Healing Practitioner, Medical Intuitive, Holistic Physical Therapist 46 Bedford Rd., Katonah, NY 239.289.3744 • bernadettebloom8@gmail.com • TheEsotericBloom.com

ernadette Bloom balances the body’s energies for optimal physical health and emotional well-being with esoteric healing, a high-vibrational energetic technique from Tibet. She can resolve pain, trauma and other symptoms naturally, and detect disease before it manifests physically. Services offered: Esoteric healing, ThetaHealing, Reiki, holistic physical therapy, cranial fluid dynamics. In-person and long-distance sessions available.

Areas of specialty: PTSD, cancer, fibromyalgia, Lyme disease, autoimmune disorders, allergies, neck and back pain, multiple sclerosis, emotional and mental stress, Parkinson’s, neurological imbalances, ADD, autism, addictions, hormonal imbalances, asthma, depression, chronic fatigue, migraines, arthritis, fertility issues, pre- and post-surgery support. Philosophical approach: “I ask for the highest and best good to happen for our clients at all times, and we bring that vibration through the mental, emotional and physical bodies to create peace, harmony and bliss.” See ad, page 51.

David Connell, DC 504 Haight Ave., Poughkeepsie, NY

777 Ulster Ave., Kingston, NY 845.485.8582 • 845.338.3320 • drconnell1986@gmail.com r. David Connell uses homeopathic and whole-food supplements in giving relief to people suffering from Lyme disease, chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, digestive disorders, candida, stress, lack of energy and severe fatigue, as well as many chronic illnesses that have not responded to conventional medicine.

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icensed in New York and Connecticut, Donna Costa has been working in the medical massage field for 16 years. “Using integrative massage, I tailor a massage specifically for the client, helping them reach a state of relaxation and balance,” she says. “Using various techniques, I re-educate their muscles to relax and return to their original state.” Wellness services offered: Therapeutic massage, deep-tissue, Swedish, hot-stone, prenatal, lymphatic drainage, trigger-point therapy, face-lift massage, acupressure, reflexology. Areas of specialty: Stress relief; arthritis; whiplash; tendinitis; chronic pain and soreness; increased range of motion; lymphatic drainage; headaches; migraines; sciatica; strains/ sprains. Philosophy of healing: “I believe that in order to live in balance and help others, we must first heal ourselves. I have studied many methods of healing with various indigenous elders. I find it effective to incorporate these healing modalities into my massage practice.”

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Alan M. Dattner, M.D. Integrative Medicine and Dermatology 17 Rodman Oval, New Rochelle, NY 914.637.0908 • HolisticDermatology.com

Leigh Damkohler, DC, PC Sports Chiropractor, Licensed Massage Therapist Yonkers/Scarsdale border 914.523.7947 • leigh.damkohler@gmail.com Chiropractor-WestchesterNY.com

or 20 years, Dr. Leigh Damkohler has been helping people move, perform and feel better. Patients benefit from receiving individualized care from Westchester’s only dually licensed practicing sports chiropractor and massage therapist, she says. Services offered: Chiropractic adjustments; therapeutic massage (medical, sports, deeptissue, relaxation); �� Graston Technique; CranioSacral Therapy; postural corrections; therapeutic exercise; nutrition. Areas of specialty: Sports injuries; strains/ sprains; disc herniations; �� carpal tunnel syndrome; thoracic outlet syndrome; tennis or golf elbow; sciatica; back, neck, arm, leg and foot pain or numbness. Philosophical approach: “Each person heals at their body’s own pace. How we move, what we put into and onto our bodies, our emotions—all those factors affect healing.”

r. Alan Dattner sees skin conditions as symptoms of a deeper imbalance and treats them naturally by addressing the underlying digestive and inflammatory issues to create optimum health. “By rebalancing the function of the body, my patients experience so many positive side effects, including improved overall mood, metabolism and vitality,” he says. Dr. Dattner is seeking an integrative dermatologist or team to study with him to learn his methods and take over his practice. He plans to go on to teach, research and help guide a wider population of physicians to continue and further the methods he has developed, so that these holistic skin treatment options will be available to more people. Services offered: Board-certified dermatology, organic skin-care treatments, biochemical nutrition, herbal medicine, Functional Medicine, neuromuscular therapy, Applied Kinesiology, Ayurveda, anti-aging medicine, Asyra analysis, Scenar treatments, craniosacral adjustments. Dr. Dattner treats people who are still suffering with skin disorders despite care by multiple dermatologists and alternative practitioners, or who are unwilling to take the risk of the drugs they have been prescribed. Areas of specialty: Chronic and challenging skin diseases; all conditions of skin, hair and nails; acne; eczema; seborrhea; psoriasis; rosacea; pityriasis; contact dermatitis: digestive and metabolic issues; IBS, environmental sensitivities; food allergies; chronic fatigue; autoimmunity; Candida; Epstein-Barr virus; cytomegalovirus; lymphomatoid papulosis; aging; hidradenitis; alopecia; hair loss; perioral dermatitis. Philosophical approach: “We believe that people with challenging skin disorders deserve to have the help of a board-certified dermatologist with a background in studying the immune system that causes inflammation, who is also an expert in using natural remedies to help them gain control of the underlying causes of their problem.”

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Earth Angels Veterinary Hospital

44 Saint Nicholas Rd., Wappingers Falls, NY 845.227.PAWS (7297) • office@eavets.com EarthAngelsVet.com

arth Angels is a unique veterinary hospital because it integrates all forms of healing arts. From doctors to Reiki healers, every staff member contributes in the offering of individualized medical programs for each patient. Services offered: Routine exams; judicious vaccine protocols/titers; nutrition (cooked homemade, raw, prescription and commercial diets); acupuncture with Dr. Ann Viano; homeopathy with Dr. Michele Yasson; training with Victoria Meyers; routine and orthopedic surgery; ultrasound; dentistry; laser therapy; boarding. Areas of specialty: Earth Angels treats chronic aging issues (dental disease, joint pain, senility), metabolic diseases (Cushing’s, Addison’s, epilepsy), and cancer by supporting conventional therapies with alternative and nutritional support. It also offers innovative protocols for allergies, IBD and chronic pain. Philosophical approach: “Earth Angels tailors the best approaches from conventional and alternative medicine for the most effective protocol for each patient. We believe in eradicating disease by preventing it with proper and effective health maintenance via a holistic approach throughout your pet’s life.”

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Full Circle Veterinary Hospital Dr. Michelle Rocque

1609 Rte. 9, Wappingers Falls, NY 845.234.4417 • info@fullcirclevethospital.com • FullCircleVetHospital.com

ull Circle is a small animal hospital for cats and dogs, but it welcomes other companion animals for routine care too, including birds, rabbits, ferrets and pocket pets.

Flowing Rivers Acupuncture

Pam Todd Battle, LAc, DiplOM (NCCAOM) 603 Warburton Ave. #3, Hastings on Hudson, NY 914.572.1559 • flowingrivers@optonline.net • FlowingRivers.net

t Flowing Rivers Acupuncture, Pam Todd Battle offers relief, comfort, balance and overall well-being with Oriental Medicine. She personalizes her treatment approach to the concerns of the individual patient by establishing a foundation of trust, listening to and collaborating with him or her. Most insurance plans qualified for acupuncture treatment are accepted. Call for a free 20-minute consultation. Services offered: Oriental Medicine (acupuncture and Chinese herbal formulas), functional medicine assessment, stress reduction, cupping, auricular therapy, detox and dietary support.

Services offered: Traditional and holistic treatments, dentistry, surgery, diet/nutrition consultation, phone consultations, nutritional supplement offerings, house calls. Areas of specialty: Allergies, natural alternatives for chronic issues, nutritional consultations. Philosophical approach: “My passion in medicine lies especially in nutrition and alternative modalities such as nutraceuticals, homeopathy and herbal medicine for dogs, cats, birds and pocket pets.”

Dr. George Gertner, Upper Cervical Chiropractic of New York, PC 311 North St., Ste. 410, White Plains, NY 914.686.6200 • drgertner@ucc-ny.com • ucc-ny.com

he providers at UCCNY perform an advanced spinal corrective procedure developed by the National Upper Cervical Chiropractic Association (NUCCA). The NUCCA correction is a gentle form of chiropractic that focuses on spinal correction without surgery. “We are able to help some of the most severe and chronically ill patients get permanent relief,” says UCCNY’s Dr. George Gertner.

Areas of specialty: Headaches and body pain (back, shoulder, knee, elbow, etc.); reactions to stress, such as anxiety, depression and insomnia; women’s health concerns, such as painful or irregular periods, infertility and menopausal symptoms; other chronic health issues, including addiction and digestive, sinus, respiratory and skin complaints. In addition to treating these complaints, Battle says, acupuncture provides “a relaxing, restorative and refreshing time-out from daily routine and stress.” Philosophical approach: “Acupuncture’s effects have been compared to rebooting a computer. Acupuncture advances comfort and healing by tapping the body’s own internal pharmacy to rebalance the action of neurotransmitters, endorphins and other biochemical agents to promote better blood flow, a reduction in pain and stress, hormonal balance, improved immunity and metabolism and more.” 32

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Services offered: Upper cervical chiropractic. Areas of specialty: Chronic pain, neuropathy, headaches, fibromyalgia, trigeminal neuralgia, Meniere’s disease, concussions. Philosophical approach: “At UCCNY, we do not treat any specific condition. We correct the spine back to its proper, natural and upright position. This takes pressure off the nervous system and allows the body to return to its natural and healthy state. The body is self-healing and self-regulating and can heal itself from most conditions, once you remove stress from the nervous system.” See ad, page 95.

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Lorraine Hughes, Registered Herbalist (AHG) Empowered By Nature 1129 Main St., 2nd Floor, Fishkill, NY 845.416.4598 • lorrainehughes54@gmail.com EmpoweredByNature.net

s the sole proprietor of Empowered By Nature, Lorraine Hughes practices planetary herbalism, offering several wellness modalities at her private office on Main Street in Fishkill and, more recently, in New Paltz, NY. Office hours are by appointment only.

Claudia Gukeisen, MA, CAHC Certified Ayurvedic Health Counselor

The Center for Health and Healing 4 Smith Ave., Mt. Kisco, NY Izlind Integrative Wellness Center & Institute 6369 Mill St., Ste. 101, Rhinebeck, NY 914.673.3313 • claudiagukeisen@aol.com Center4Healing.net • Izlind.com

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am committed to teaching clients how the ancient science of Ayurveda applies beautifully and easily in our busy modern world,” Claudia Gukeisen says. “Gentle and simple shifts can create deep healing and permanent changes.” In addition to being a certified Ayurvedic health counselor, Gukeisen is a 500-hour Kripalu Ayurvedic yoga teacher, a Reiki master, a Shamanic Reiki master teacher and a Yoga Nidra teacher.

Services offered: Wellness consultations (a full clinical intake and interview in order to assess energetic imbalances and provide a protocol unique to each individual); reflexology sessions (a therapeutic hour of rest and relaxation); Reiki; Acupoint Aromatherapy, polarity and qigong. Areas of specialty: Preventive health approaches, aging well, gastrointestinal issues, chronic fatigue, insomnia, fertility, weight loss, adrenal insufficiency, low energy, bloodsugar regulation, support for cancer patients and survivors, pre- and post-surgical support, autoimmune issues, stress, PTSD. Philosophical approach: “I firmly believe that by supporting our life force by giving our bodies the appropriate nourishment—foods, herbs, self-love, movement and compassion—that suits our individual constitutional profile, vital health can be attained.”

Integrated Nutrition of Mount Kisco, LLC Michael Wald, M.D., DC, Ph.D., Director of Longevity 20 Sunderland Ln., Katonah, NY 914.242.8844 • info@integratednutritionny.com • IntegratedNutritionNY.com BloodDetective.com

r. Michael Wald, “the Blood Detective,” is a double board-certified nutritionist, dieticiannutritionist and doctor of chiropractic who provides biochemically individualized nutritional care for all manner of health problems. He is the author of 10 books, including Frankenfoods and The Anti-Aging Encyclopedia, and hosts the radio show Ask the Blood Detective, airing Saturdays on PRN.FM.com.

Services offered: �� Ayurvedic health counseling sessions plus follow-ups; Ayurveda Immersion package; Ayurveda workshops; Yoga Nidra classes; private Shamanic Reiki, Reiki, yoga and Yoga Nidra sessions; HeartMath Resilience Coaching for adults, teens and kids ages 6 and up.

Services offered: Hyperbaric air therapy; transdermal nutrition (bypassing the gut); nutritional consultations; infrared and ultraviolet light therapies; chiropractic; low-temperature sauna; laboratory testing; Dr. Wald’s original Blood Detective Technology for interpreting blood work.

Areas of specialty: General health and well-being, stress, low energy/fatigue, sleep issues/insomnia, chronic pain, digestive problems, autoimmune issues, migraines. Philosophical approach: “We are connected to the rhythms of nature on a daily, seasonal and stage-of-life basis. Applying this to food and exercise choices, stress management, sleep and relationships helps create lasting change and healing.” 34

Areas of specialty: Cancer, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, overweight/obesity, intestinal issues, Lyme disease, neurologic problems, musculoskeletal issues, hormonal issues, toxicity, headaches, skin problems, malabsorption syndromes. Philosophical approach: “You are unique. Healing is a process, and with a focused, natural approach, most health issues can respond. I’m here to help.” See ad, page 47.

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Dr. Somesh Kaushik, ND, BAMS, MPH, E-RYT 500 Ayurvedic and Naturopathic Physician Yellow Monkey Village, 792 Rte. 35, Cross River, NY 914.875.9088 (o) • 646.670.6725 (c) drkaushik@drkaushik.com DrKaushik.com

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r. Kaushik’s Ayurvedic and Naturopathic Clinic is a practice that combines the ancient art of Ayurvedic healing with the modern science-based principles of naturopathy to create a holistic path to wellness. “We treat the whole body, not just the disease,” Dr. Kaushik says. The clinic is open Monday through Wednesday. Services offered: Panchakarma therapy, hydrotherapy, vitamins, herbal supplements, homeopathy, diet and nutritional counseling, lifestyle management, emotional well-being, detoxification, food sensitivity, parasite elimination, heavy metal detox, therapeutic yoga, anti-aging programs, pediatrics, pain management, women’s health. Areas of specialty: ADD/ADHD, addictions, allergies, arthritis, asthma, blood pressure, breathing/lung issues, cholesterol, chronic fatigue, colds, cough, flu, depression/anxiety, diabetes, digestion/intestinal problems, eating disorders, fibromyalgia, headaches/ migraines, heart conditions/diseases, HIV/AIDS, immune disorders, infertility, kidney problems, sexual dysfunction, skin problems, sleep/insomnia, smoking, stress, urology, weight management, yeast/fungus. Philosophical approach: “Healing takes place when the body is brought back into balance. A body out of balance promotes disease. Bringing the body back into balance includes an individual, customized plan of diet, supplements and lifestyle changes.” See ad, page 33.

David L. Lerner, DDS The Center for Holistic Dentistry

2649 Strang Blvd., Ste. 201, Yorktown Heights, NY 914.214.9678 • info@holisticdentist.com • HolisticDentist.com

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he Center for Holistic Dentistry provides an innovative approach to your dental care,” says Dr. David Lerner. “From mercury-free dentistry to the use of bio-compatible materials, we treat your mouth with the whole body in mind.” Services offered: Holistic/biological dentistry; cosmetic dentistry; zirconia implants; periodontal disease; Invisalign; sleep apnea; biocompatibility testing. Areas of specialty: Advanced TMJ care, safe mercury removal, restorative dentistry.

Philosophy of healing: “With over 40 years of experience in biological dentistry, I bridge the gap between modern dental technology and the ageless traditions of natural healing.” See ad, page 4.

ANXIETY & PHOBIAS Merrill Black, LCSW

453 White Plains Rd. #201 Eastchester, NY; 914.793.2600 TheTemperanceCenter.com

BEHAVIORAL OPTOMETRY Samantha Slotnick, OD, FAAO, FCOVD

495 Central Park Ave., Ste. 301, Scarsdale 914.874.1177; DrSlotnick.com

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Laurie R. Mallis, M.D., LAc

SearchLight Medical 2424 Rte. 52, Ste. 1A, Hopewell Junction, NY 845.592.4310 • searchlightmed@optimum.net SearchLightMedical.com

A TURN BACK THE CLOCK Look younger and feel your best. Mei Zen Cosmetic Acupuncture: A balancing of energy which results in an overall rejuvenating effect of body, mind, and spirit. Benefits: Improvement in the fine lines of the face and a diminishing effect on deeper wrinkles • Moisturized, softer skin and a more even skin tone • Improved muscle tone • Reduction or elimination of rosacea and acne • Fading of age spots and tightening of pores Health Benefits for: Insomnia, Depression, Mild Anxiety, Digestive Symptoms, Better Sense of Well-Being. Call for a 15min. complimentary phone consult.

Laurie R. Mallis, MD, LAc

2424 Rt. 52, Ste. A, Hopewell Junction, NY 845-592-4310 (only a mile off the Taconic)

fter more than 25 years in traditional Western medicine, Dr. Laurie R. Mallis formed SearchLight Medical to provide a better way to deliver care to her patients. “SearchLight Medical is a private practice that focuses on holistic healing to help my patients overcome acute and chronic medical conditions without relying on pharmaceutical treatments,” she says. “I work very closely with my patients to plan treatments that are individualized to help them achieve a better state of health. The energy treatments I utilize in my practice tap into the body’s natural ability to heal itself.” Services offered: Medical acupuncture, cupping, gua sha, AcuGraph Qi Analysis, ONDAMED Biofeedback Therapy, herbal medicine therapy, Mei Zen Cosmetic Acupuncture System for face and neck, Mei Zen abdominal acupuncture for fertility or weight loss, Reiki. Areas of specialty: Acute and chronic medical conditions, neurological diseases, sports injuries, pain management, allergies, stress/anxiety disorders, depression, insomnia, women’s health issues, weight loss, fertility, facial rejuvenation. Philosophical approach: “I treat the entire patient—physical, mental, emotional and spiritual—as all these areas are interconnected and must be balanced in order for the body to achieve a healthy state. It is important not to focus only on the presenting symptoms, but to look for the root cause of any condition. When this is accomplished, the body is able to heal on a deeper and longer-lasting level.” See ads, pages 13 & 36.

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Joy Matalon Craniosacral Therapy at

The Center for Health and Healing 4 Smith Ave., 2nd Floor, Mt. Kisco, NY 914.519.8138 • jmatalon@optonline.net • Center4Healing.net

oy Matalon’s CranioSacral Therapy with SomatoEmotional Release allows chronic physical, emotional and spiritual issues to be intimately explored, bringing relief from pain and activating a healing process that continues after the session is over. Services offered: CranioSacral Therapy, SomatoEmotional Release. Areas of specialty: Anxiety, depression, traumatic brain injuries, migraines, back and neck pain, tinnitus, TMJ, vertigo and many other conditions. Philosophical approach: “Our bodies and minds store the residual effects of stress and trauma. CranioSacral Therapy is a gentle body work that can access beneath one’s habitual defense patterns, balancing the autonomic nervous system and bringing healing and self awareness to body, mind and spirit.”

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Millerton Veterinary Practice Carolyn Cannon, DVM

Katie Vagliano, DVM 199 Route 44 E., Millerton, NY • 518.789.3440 • MillertonVet.com

he mission of the doctors and staff at MVP is to educate and guide individuals and families to promote and effect the best quality of life for their animal companions. This can be accomplished through a holistic perspective with consideration of each pet’s physical, mental and emotional well-being.

Services offered: At MVP, the veterinarians’ toolbox is large and diverse, enabling them to individualize care using Western medicine (medical, diagnostic, surgical and dental services) while emphasizing wellness care and holistic therapies, including acupuncture, chiropractic, therapeutic laser, nutritional counseling and Traditional Chinese Medicine, specific to their clients’ needs. Philosophical approach: “It is important for us to provide the highest standard of care and personal service to help our patients prosper. The close relationship we establish with our clients and their beloved companions creates the synergy needed to promote wellness and healing. We look at health and disease on a continuum, involving physical, mental and emotional aspects, all of which are influenced by diet, exercise and environmental factors. We work with our animal patients’ families, within the parameters of their own reality (how much time they have, their philosophies about health, what they are able to provide in terms of food and exercise), to make positive change.” See ad, page 35.

Quit with Quinn All-Natural Addiction Cessation

Briarcliff, NY, and Midtown Manhattan 914.473.2015 • steve.healingny@gmail.com • QuitWithQuinn.com

ith 19 years’ experience, Quit with Quinn helps people lose weight and overcome addictions to sugar, nicotine, alcohol, overeating, drugs and other unwanted habits. Treatment is simple and painless, with no medication, hypnosis, needles or negative side effects, and has a success rate of over 80 percent. Services offered: The Quit with Quinn treatment calms down the stimulus of the particular addiction so that afterward a person feels indifferent to or repulsed by the addictive substance. Generally a one-time treatment is sufficient, apart from treatment for alcohol, drugs or overweight. Areas of specialty: Weight loss through quitting sugar and white flour; quitting alcohol; quitting smoking; quitting drugs; overcoming behavioral addiction. Philosophical approach: “At Quit with Quinn, our healing approach is to produce tangible, sustainable results through an all-natural treatment, without the usual struggle. After treatment, people report feeling less stressed, with far more vitality and well-being and a wonderful new freedom from their previous situation.” See ad, page 49. 38

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Robbins Pharmacy 128 Grand St., Croton On Hudson, NY

914.271.5000 • robbinscrotonrx@gmail.com RobbinsCrotonRx.com

obbins Pharmacy, in Croton on Hudson, has been serving the community since 1929. It offers natural wellness options like homeopathy, herbal products and natural supplements, as well as traditional pharmacy services, including filling prescriptions. Services and products offered: Free counseling for new patients by appointment with a pharmacist, for complete drug utilization/interaction review; free delivery of all prescriptions, over-the-counter products, supplements and medical supplies; nutritional counseling by a certified practitioner for support with products from Designs for Health. Accepts most insurance plans and all credit cards, including FSA cards. Best prices for uninsured patients (will match or beat all competitive prices). Specialty areas: Weight loss, detox, cholesterol, anxiety, panic. Specialty product lines include probiotics by Metagenics; homeopathy by Boiron; herbal supplements by Herbpharm; kids’ and adults’ omega, EPA and DHA combinations by Nordic Naturals. Philosophical approach: “�� Natural is better.”

Don’t ask what the world needs. Ask what makes you come alive and go do it. Because what the world needs are more people who have, life. ~Howard Thurman

Susanne Saltzman, M.D.

250 E. Hartsdale Ave., Ste. 22, Hartsdale, NY 914.472.0666 • HartsdaleHomeopathy.com

usanne Saltzman, M.D., has more than 25 years of clinical family practice experience treating acute and chronic illness in children and adults. She has successfully treated thousands of patients for a wide variety of diseases and conditions. “My emphasis is on homeopathic and functional medicine to decrease dependency on pharmaceutical drugs,” she says. Services offered: Classical homeopathy and functional medicine. Areas of specialty: ADD/ADHD; autism; allergies; anxiety disorders; asthma; depression; diabetes; migraines; chronic fatigue syndrome; fibromyalgia; Crohn’s disease; ulcerative colitis; high cholesterol; hypertension; interstitial cystitis; Lyme disease; menopause; polycystic ovarian disease; multiple sclerosis; premenstrual syndrome (PMS); thyroid disorders; autoimmune disorders such as Hashimoto’s, lupus, rheumatoid arthritis and scleroderma; weight loss. Philosophical approach: “The human body is innately brilliant. We all have the capacity to heal. Homeopathic medicine provides that catalyst by treating the whole person and recognizing that someone’s mental and emotional states are just as important as the physical symptoms in facilitating the healing process. Functional medicine restores gut function (‘leaky gut’), addresses environmental toxins, rebalances hormones and emphasizes that food is your medicine.” See ad, page 41.

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Samantha Slotnick, OD, FAAO, FCOVD Behavioral Optometrist 495 Central Park Ave., Ste. 301, Scarsdale, NY 914.874.1177 • DrSlotnick.com

s a behavioral optometrist, Dr. Samantha Slotnick takes a holistic approach to vision care for all ages. She specializes in vision therapy and rehabilitation for vision problems that interfere with reading, learning, attention, performance and efficiency. Services offered: Holistic vision care for children and adults; behavioral optometry; vision development; comprehensive eye/vision evaluation; vision therapy and rehabilitation; infant vision (InfantSEE provider); educational workshops and seminars on vision, learning and attention (check website for events). Areas of specialty: Learning-related vision problems; strabismus (eye turns); amblyopia (lazy eye); focusing; eye teaming; eye tracking; convergence insufficiency; visual information processing skills; visual-motor development training; treatment of visual problems that interfere with attention (mimic ADD/ADHD and dyslexia). Treatment for children and adults of all ages. Philosophical approach: “Vision is our means of touching what lies beyond our grasp. Who we are shapes our view of the world, our use of our vision and our outlook for the future. Behavioral optometry provides each individual with a personalized opportunity for selfevaluation, growth and change, with impacts extending far beyond the visual process. You can indeed envision your world.” See ad, page 31.

Slow Medicine Wellness Center 223 Katonah Ave., Katonah, NY 914.218.3113 • info@slowmedicine.org • SlowMedicine.org

ocated in the quaint village of Katonah, The Slow Medicine Wellness Center was designed by Michael Finkelstein, M.D., and his wife, Robin Queen Finkelstein, and established in 2017 to promote health and holistic healing of the body, mind and spirit throughout the community. The walls are hand-painted to match those at SunRaven in Bedford, with barnwood flooring and a soft overhead canopy of fabric that’s a reminder of connection between heaven and earth.

Services offered: “This is the place where we invite and highlight the work of our fellow practitioners,” Dr. Finkelstein says. “We are looking to welcome practitioners who feel their work aligns with the Slow Medicine approach, to use this space to bring balance of the body, mind and spirit to the community through their workshops, programs and events. Those who come are seekers of wisdom and experience that inspires them to fulfill their life’s fullest purpose.” Coming in 2019: Workshop topics in 2019 will range from breath work and yoga to meditation and soul journeying. Philosophical approach: “This center was created to share the Slow Medicine approach of living with the entire community, with hopes that the center can bring comfort, nourishment and uplift the spirits of all who walk in.” See ad, page 29. 40

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Laura Giacovas

Soulauras Holistic Wisdom & Wellness Center 510 North State Rd., 2nd Floor Suite 914.941.2400 • soulauras@gmail.com Soulauras.com

he mission and vision of Soulauras is to provide wisdom-infused wellness and enhance quality of life through generosity of time, heart and spirit. The community of practitioners of Soulauras are committed to the embodiment of this ideal and to providing an inspired, nurturing environment from which wellness and harmony can be realized. Services offered: Therapeutic massage and body work; deep-tissue acupressure myofacial release; auricular ear seed therapy; integrated holistic healing services, including yoga, Reiki, readings, reflexology, energy healing and chakra balancing. Coming in 2019: A four-week series, Integrated Reflexology for Symptom Specific Self-care, with Christine Knowlton, NBCR; weekend certification in the Bars Method, with Rosann; an eight-week series in yoga for chakra balancing, with Nannette; intuitive readings and group circles with Carla; a sixweek series on the BodyDivinity, with Dana. Philosophical approach: “Owner and founder Laura Giacovas (LMT, MSEd, 5th Dan Master Instructor UMAC), along with Sundar Diaz (BS, LMT), bring to bear a culmination of more than 30 years of skill, knowledge, understanding and dedicated commitment to establishing trust within interpersonal relationships through which healing and wellness can be realized.” See ad, page 31. January 2019

The Temperance Center Merrill Black, LCSW, Founder/Owner

Universal Healing Arts Connection 4 Crestview Ave., Cortlandt Manor, NY 914.737.HEAL • shima@universalhealingarts.com • UniversalHealingArts.com

niversal Healing Arts Connection (UHA) “is a space that has contagious positive energy for those who seek to reconnect with themselves and the world around them,” says owner Shima Chayvet. “The space provides an atmosphere of hope, enlightenment and peace upheld by a compassionate staff.”

453 White Plains Rd., Ste. 201/203, Eastchester, NY 914.793.2600 • merrill@healyourlife2day.com TheTemperanceCenter.com

he Temperance Center is a team of practitioners offering services for children, teens and adults in a nurturing and calming environment. They offer an array of modalities to help heal the mind, body and soul. Founder and owner Merrill Black is a licensed clinical social worker, Reiki master, hypnotherapist, registered yoga teacher and certified LifeForce Yoga Level 2 practitioner. Services offered: Psychotherapy; Reiki / light body; hypnosis; cognitive behavioral therapy; mindfulness; relaxation; imagery/ visualization; breath work; systematic desensitization; exposure and response prevention (ERP) therapy; acupuncture; massage; craniosacral; physical therapy; intuitive healings/readings; intuitive health and wellness coaching; Reiki trainings; bimonthly adult guided channeling meditation group; workshops; monthly body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRB) support group; yoga classes; LifeForce yoga classes; workshops. Areas of specialty: Panic disorder; fears and phobias; generalized anxiety disorder; obsessive-compulsive disorder; trichotillomania; skin picking; depression; relationship issues; stress management/reduction; past-life regression; weight loss; insomnia; smoking cessation; sports injuries; pain management; irritable bowel syndrome; supporting IVF treatment; pelvic floor dysfunction. Philosophical approach: “It is our goal to treat the whole person in very individualized ways. The various modalities that we offer can enable the person to reach optimal health.” See ad page 16. 42

Services offered: Reiki, qigong, reflexology, yoga, meditation circles, group and individual healings, workshops, presenters, holistic weight loss, sound healing, shamanic teachings and Reiki certification for adults and children. UHA also has a metaphysical shop. Coming in 2019: There are myriad events planned for the coming year, including but not limited to those listed above. See UHA website and Facebook page for all ongoing and upcoming events. Philosophical approach: “The center was created to promote a healing environment to the community for all ages, combining Infinite Possibilities, an existing holistic wellness center, under one roof, where all individuals can prosper and be healthy on all levels.” See ad, page 14.

Yoga in the Adirondacks, LLC (YitA) Rhodella Hughes, Owner 2 Coulter Rd., Bakers Mills, NY 518.251.3015 / 914.556.8258 rhodella@yogaintheadirondacks.com YogaInTheAdirondacks.com

itA is a studio nestled in the beautiful Adirondack Mountains, minutes from Gore Mountain ski resort—where yoga embraces nature. Services offered: Retreats, classes, workshops, events, Young Living Essential Oils education. “Incorporating essential oils with yoga creates a powerful, synergistic practice,” says YitA owner Rhodella Hughes. Coming in 2019: YitA will offer two retreats this year, in spring (May 31-June2) and fall (September 27-29). Details TBA. It will also offer AromaYoga at the studio in the Adirondacks. It offers private classes upon request in Westchester. Philosophical approach: “Our studio’s philosophy is living a meaningful and purposeful life through wellness and awareness of the self. Through self-acceptance and gratitude, we continue to grow our oneness through the mind-body-spirit connection.” See ad page 58.

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You Are Sunshine by Douglass DeCandia If and when the forces come to steal of you belonging Do not forget that you are sunshine, rainwater, breath and soil. The way of war has taken land and turned it into country, But well beyond the border lines and present in our eyes Is the prayer of life reminding That into earth we each return and from this Earth we rise. Douglass DeCandia, a resident of South Salem, NY, is a grower of food and medicine and is active in social justice efforts. “The poems I write,” he says, “are a bridging between the human and natural worlds, each one a reflection of where I am in body and thought, as a grower and activist.” To read more of his poems, visit DiggersDig.Blogspot.com.

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~Carly Pollack, author of Feed Your Soul

BEFRIENDING FOOD Embrace the Psychology of Eating

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nyone that has struggled to lose weight, eat right or deal with an eating disorder is familiar with the emotional battle that can evolve from the simple act of seeking sustenance. “The black-and-white mentality of needing to be perfect or counting calories leads us into a rabbit hole of bingeing, dieting and stuck in a love/hate relationship with food,” says Carly Pollack, whose new book, Feed Your Soul: Nutritional Wisdom to Lose Weight Permanently and Live Fulfilled, comes out next month. “We live in a society that is obsessed with mainstream media and celebrity culture,” says Pollack. “Poor body image and

an unhealthy relationship with food are synonymous. You can’t have one without the other.” Enter the psychology of eating, a movement built upon a mindset that reshapes our relationship to food, focusing on emotions, beliefs and physiological responses. These insights, grounded in research, offer empowering, new perspectives.

Mind Games

Nutritional Psychologist Marc David, who highlights research on the food/mind connection in his book The Slow Down Diet: Eating for Pleasure, Energy, and Weight Loss, says our thoughts about what is on our

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plates have even more impact on our physiological responses than vitamins or minerals. Guilt about consuming certain foods can slow digestion and increase chemical responses that store fat, while enjoying the same foods without stress can boost metabolism and nutritional absorption. “The most important aspect of creating and maintaining a healthy relationship with food is to bring awareness to our thoughts and behaviors around food,” says Pollack, founder of Nutritional Wisdom, a holistic practice based in Austin. Simplicity, eating real food and unraveling perceptions are paramount. “With all of the information overload out there, ‘eating right’ has turned into ‘eating perfectly,’” Pollack says. “I believe our plate is a reflection of our inner state.”

Gender Differences

Fear-based approaches to eating generally and eating to cope with emotions are seen often as primarily women’s struggles, but a high percentage of men also suffer. In fact, according to Marc David’s Institute for the Psychology of Eating, 40 percent of binge eaters are male. “Women’s food issues spring from the cultural pressure to prioritize their appearance over their wisdom, while men may turn to food to deal with career pressure,” says Harriet Morris, who hosts The Eating Coach

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I believe our plate is a reflection of our inner state.

Helpful Links Harriet Morris’ informative podcast, The Eating Coach TheShiftInside.com/podcast High-octane inspiration from Carly Pollack (YouTube channel) YouTube.com/user/NutritionalWisdom The Institute for the Psychology of Eating PsychologyOfEating.com

In the end, nourishing ourselves on all levels is what it’s all about. ~ Carly Pollack podcast in Shropshire, England. “I’ve found, too, that both men and women use food as a way to avoid dealing with issues around sexuality, but their needs are very distinct.” Because a man’s sense of self is much more linked to his sexuality, food can be used to avoid dealing with aspects of male sexuality he is uncomfortable with, says Morris. “Work with my male clients is about avoiding perfectionism and opting instead for a powerful kind of ‘imperfectionism’ where strength allows for pleasure. This— not a Marvel superhero—is a real man.” Regardless of gender, changing perspective is key, adds Morris. “Our problem is not food. Bulimia, excess weight, IBS [irritable bowel syndrome] and a whole host of other issues are teachers, not enemies. We have, for very good reasons, been using food as a life manager,” she says. In the end, nourishing ourselves on all levels is what it’s all about, says Pollack. “Our relationship with food gives us the opportunity to examine our relationship to ourselves, our sense of worth, who we think we are, what we feel we deserve and how we show up day-to-day in this body for this beautiful life we’ve been given.”

Advice From Our Experts Carly Pollack: 4 Create guidelines for how you intend to achieve health and happiness. Gather tools that will help you stay focused (nightly journaling, daily visualization, keeping a food log, creating accountability with friends and family). 4 Remember that our mistakes are opportunities to see more clearly what needs to be healed. We’ll make mistakes; old patterns will pop up when we least expect them to that’ll remind us that this life is a practice, not a perfect. 4 Take a nightly inventory by answering three questions: What did I do today that was great regarding my relationship with food? How can I improve? What will I do tomorrow to put this improvement into action?

Harriet Morris: 4 Allow for pleasure. We are wired to seek pleasure, because on an evolutionary level, the things that helped us survive made us feel good—and food is one of them. There are ways to find healthy alternatives that satisfy our pleasure-seeking center without the huge price tag. 4 Slow down when you eat. You will feel satisfied sooner and eat less. 4 We might look at how compulsive eating is actually a misguided attempt to deal with other issues. Let’s ask, “How can we put food out of that job?”

Marlaina Donato is the author of Multidimensional Aromatherapy. Connect at AutumnEmbersMusic.com. January 2019

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BLOOD CHEMISTRY A New Roadmap to Better Health

by Linda Sechrist

ood detectives trained in the art of investigation know not only how to look for, collect and interpret evidence, but also how to use the tools that can help them solve a mystery. With the right tool, such as a comprehensive functional blood chemistry analysis, an experienced practitioner trained in systems biology examines the body’s metabolic blueprint, unravelling the enigma of declining health hijacked by chronic disease. Holistic health practitioners like Kristin Grayce McGary, of Boulder, Colorado, use these skills to provide clients with sound recommendations, screen for health issues and monitor changes as needed. “This kind of sleuthing is what sets us apart,” says McGary.

Pathological Versus Functional The results of a blood test are essential to understanding anyone’s current state of health. No other screenings are more efficient and effective than the comprehensive blood chemistry panels used by functional medicine and holistic health practitioners to establish a baseline of biomarkers for tracking an individual’s health and nutritional needs. In the field of blood chemistry analysis, there are two main types of reference ranges—pathological and functional. The pathological range is used by the majority of conventionally trained medical doctors that are focused on diagnosing disease. The functional range is used to assess risk for disease before it develops, says McGary. “It is critical that you find a holistic and intelligent doctor skilled in functional medicine,” says Boulder-based Suzy Cohen, a registered pharmacist and author of Drug Muggers: Which Medica46

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tions Are Robbing Your Body of Essential Nutrients—and Natural Ways to Restore Them. “Working with a functional medicine practitioner, as well as a local trusted pharmacist who has access to your medication regimen and sensitivities, is the safest way to regain health.” It also saves money, because choosing the best supplements, herbal extracts, essential oils, dietary changes and other non-pharmaceutical healing modalities allows for healing faster, she says. Conventional practitioners, constrained by insurance company requirements, generally order simple blood panels with basic markers for heart, kidney and liver function. These might include reference ranges for hemoglobin, platelets, glucose, calcium and electrolytes. “The baseline lab panel that I prefer for patients has 68 markers, plus a urinalysis. This means that I get five or six full pages of results, which gives me a more in-depth insight into someone’s health,” McGary says.

A Better Roadmap to Health McGary considers the most important differences between the interpretation of functional and conventional markers to be the statistically compiled range of values that functional practitioners consider normal and the interconnections taken into consideration during the comprehensive analysis. “Conventional reference ranges are compiled by laboratories from a huge population of people, many of whom had their blood analyzed because they were already sick. Functional reference ranges are compiled from a much smaller population of healthy people whose bodies are functioning optimally,” she says. If a marker falls inside the tighter functional range, it’s a green flag that compares favorably with healthy individuals. If a marker falls outside the wider conventional range, it’s a red flag that correlates to sick people. The marker that falls in-between is a yellow flag. “Functional practitioners are looking for yellow flags, which are the early warning signs that no one sees or feels yet as symptoms,” explains McGary, who spends more than two hours reviewing the blood analyses with clients. “We’re not only about prevention and achieving vibrant health—which we do by helping clients choose the best supplements to correct deficiencies—we’re also about helping individuals get to the root cause of their health challenge so that they can enjoy life.” Functional blood chemistry analysis is not generally covered by health insurance, and can cost between $180 and $2,500, depending on the complexity of the panel, the number of markers ordered and the time spent by a practitioner in consultation and interpretation of results. However, the out-of-pocket cost may be worth it, says Cohen. “In health, sometimes you get what you pay for. You don’t want to be somebody’s number and pushed out the door,” she says. “It’s important to feel like you have been listened to and that your entire medical history has been fully evaluated.” Linda Sechrist is a senior staff writer for Natural Awakenings. January 2019

AUTISM’S GUT-BRAIN AXIS A Promising Approach to Healing by Emily Courtney

ith the diagnosis Kids with ASD From specialized diet of autism specand supplement regimens to may have trum disorder a variety of alternative therainflammation in pies, parents have a wealth (ASD) on the rise—now the brain, and affecting one in every 59 of complementary options school-age children, accordfrom which to choose. One we’ve learned ing to estimates from the U.S. that it can be very integrative approach, howCenters for Disease Control ever, is showing exceptional, much related to research-backed promise: and Prevention (CDC) — inflammation identifying effective, intehealing the gut. grative remedies is more of the gut. important than ever. The Gut-Autism ~Kenneth A. Bock, Connection “You may have five M.D. kids with ASD that are very Children with ASD frequently different in how they present experience gut issues such as and what contributes to the disorder, so constipation or diarrhea; a review from the one size and one treatment does not fit International Society for Autism Research all,” says Kenneth A. Bock, M.D., of Bock indicated that nearly 47 percent of autistic Integrative Medicine, in Red Hook, New children exhibited at least one gastrointestinal York, author of Healing the New Childhood (GI) symptom. And, the more severe a child’s Epidemics: Autism, ADHD, Asthma, and GI symptoms, the more severe the autism, acAllergies. The Groundbreaking Program for cording to a study in BMC Gastroenterology. the 4-A Disorders. Not coincidentally, research is finding ASD encompasses a range of disorders that these digestive conditions and the accharacterized by repetitive behaviors and companying ASD may be connected to the impaired social skills and communication. gut microbiome, an ecosystem of trillions Although it includes four distinct condiof microbes living in the digestive tract. tions, one of its hallmarks is how much it “Kids with ASD may have inflammavaries from person to person and how diftion in the brain, and we’ve learned that it ferent the restrictions can be for each child. can be very much related to inflammation The very nature of the condition lends of the gut,” explains Bock. “The gut and itself to integrative approaches that can be immune system—which are intimately significantly effective, says Bock. “ASD is connected because the majority of our imreally a whole-body disorder that affects mune system is in the gut—are two of the the brain, so a whole-body approach makes most crucial systems involved in autism so much more sense.” spectrum disorders.”

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For children with ASD, reinforcing the intestinal barrier and restoring balance to the microbiome can have profound health effects. “With dysbiosis and an overly permeable gut, inflammatory molecules can leak into the circulatory system, travel up to the brain and cross the blood-brain barrier, causing inflammation. A lot of it originates in the gut, so when we treat the gut, we can restore microbial balance, diversity and resilience to the ecosystem—and in doing so, decrease inflammation, help restore the appropriate blood-brain barrier and bring the brain back into more of a balance,” advises Bock. Before embarking on a treatment plan, Bock emphasizes the importance of working with a qualified healthcare practitioner to determine where a child fits in terms of subtypes of ASD, along with any other individual contributing factors. Although autism spectrum disorder is complex, using holistic strategies that address the whole body can make all the difference. “I see thousands of kids on the spectrum, and the vast majority of them improve with an integrative approach to treatment, and more and more kids are actually recovering,” notes Bock. Emily Courtney is a freelance health and wellness writer and editor living in northern Colorado. Connect at EmilyCourtneyWrites@gmail.com.

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It turns out that kids with ASD have less bacterial diversity in their guts than non-autistic kids, along with an imbalance between good and bad bacteria. This dysbiosis of the gut flora leads to problems with improper immune function, inflammation and a leaky gut barrier. It all comes down to the gut-brain axis, by which the gut and brain communicate with each other. When the microbiome isn’t balanced, not only is this vital communication system broken, but toxins and pro-inflammatory molecules that trigger ASD-like behaviors can cross the blood-brain barrier. Experts say prioritizing gut health can relieve both GI issues and ASD symptoms.

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FOUR WAYS TO SUPPORT GUT HEALTH Gluten- and casein-free diet.

A study published in Metabolic Brain Disease found that excluding gluten and casein led to significant improvements in ASD scores. “A gluten-free, casein-free diet is anti-inflammatory, and can help heal a leaky gut by restoring intestinal integrity and enabling the gut barrier to heal,” says Kenneth A. Bock, M.D.

Probiotics. Beneficial bacteria are

integral to a balanced microbiome, but many ASD kids are lacking friendly flora. Research by Rutgers University shows that probiotics can improve GI dysfunction and reduce the severity of ASD symptoms.

Prebiotics. To thrive, beneficial bac-

teria need plenty of prebiotic fiber. In a study of 30 autistic children published in Microbiome, six weeks of prebiotic supplementation led to reduced antisocial behavior.

Preconception care. Research

from the University of Virginia School of Medicine suggests that a mom’s microbiome may partially determine her child’s ASD risk. Because babies inherit their microbes from their mothers, it’s crucial that pregnant women have healthy gut flora to pass on. Bock recommends that expecting moms ensure adequate intake of probiotics, prebiotics, vitamin D and fish oil, both before and during pregnancy, to help decrease inflammation and promote a healthy maternal microbiome.

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Cannabis as a Healing Therapy by Amber Lanier Nagle

ustin Sulak, D.O., opened a private osteopathic manipulation, hypnotherapy and integrative medicine practice in Hallowell, Maine, in 2009, the same year the state’s voters expanded its medical cannabis law. At that time, he was one of the few physicians in Maine willing to certify patients to use cannabis legally. As of this writing, 33 states now allow medical marijuana, and 10 of them allow its recreational use. Cannabis initiatives continue to find their way onto state ballots with each election cycle. Today, Sulak’s practice serves thousands of patients that use cannabis for authorized medical purposes. He educates medical professionals and patients on its safe, clinical use, while continuing to explore its therapeutic potential. Visit Healer.com to learn more.

What led you to become a national advocate for the therapeutic potential of medicinal cannabis?

After trying cannabis in my teens, I realized what I had been told about the herb was not true, and I began thinking more critically about mainstream and natural approaches to health. Cannabis helped me make deeper connections with people, nature, music and spirituality. In college, I worked with social and political activists to learn and spread the truth about cannabis— that it’s a plant that has been used by humankind for thousands of years; that it has the potential to address many of our healthcare and environmental problems; that it’s been a victim of propaganda; and that it’s safe for most people. Then, as a first-year medical student, I attended a conference lecture on the endo-

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cannabinoid system, a powerful physiological system our bodies use to stay healthy and respond to illness and injuries, and I saw the incredible therapeutic potential of cannabis in a new light. Today, there’s enormous evidence, including a 2017 report from the U.S. National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, concluding that cannabis can be a safe and effective medicine for treating many conditions.

Which conditions are your patients using medical cannabis for?

My two offices in Maine currently follow approximately 8,000 patients who use medical cannabis, and of those, about 70 percent suffer from chronic pain, many of whom are able to eliminate or decrease their dependence on opioids. Post-traumatic stress disorder is the next most common diagnosis we treat with cannabis, with excellent results where other medications fail. Medical cannabis is like a magnet for conditions that fail to respond to conventional medical approaches, including cancer, multiple sclerosis, dementia, Crohn’s and ulcerative colitis, epilepsy, movement disorders, tick-borne disease, brain and spinal cord injuries and more.

How do you address concerns that cannabis is a gateway drug and can become addictive? Research proves that medical cannabis actually serves as an exit drug, not a gateway drug. One study of 350 medical cannabis

users in California found 40 percent of the subjects used cannabis as a substitute for alcohol, 26 percent as a substitute for illicit drugs, and 66 percent as a substitute for prescription drugs. Any time a person can replace a harmful substance with a safer substance like cannabis, it’s a step in the right direction. Cannabis dependence does exist, but is uncommon. One study published in the journal Experimental and Clinical Psychopharmacology found that only 9 percent of those who try cannabis illicitly develop dependence, compared to 24 percent of those who try heroin. Cannabis withdrawal is mild and similar in intensity to caffeine withdrawal, and most people don’t have any trouble stopping using cannabis, when and if they need to.

Are there any side effects?

The common adverse effects of cannabis are mild, especially when compared to other drugs. A 2008 review found that in 23 randomized controlled trials, there was no higher incidence of serious adverse events following medical cannabis use compared with control. Dizziness was the most common non-serious adverse effect. Other common adverse effects include euphoria, altered consciousness, acute panic or paranoid reaction; altered motivation; impaired attention, memory and psychomotor performance; tachycardia; orthostatic hypotension; dry mouth; and increased appetite.

If someone lives in a state that has legalized medicinal cannabis and thinks it may help a disease or condition, what should be their first step? The ideal first step is to find a medical provider with experience in the medical cannabis field. The Society of Cannabis Clinicians (CannabisClinicians.org) is a good resource. Amber Lanier Nagle is a freelance writer based in Northwest Georgia. Connect at AmberNagle.com.

January 2019

With electromagnetic radiation blanketing the atmosphere from coast to coast, our homes may offer the only sanctuary from this particular form of pollution—providing we take some low-tech, commonsense steps to minimize household exposure to the health risk.

Find Some Distance

Seeking Sanctuary How to Reduce Electromagnetic Radiation at Home

by Emily Courtney

mericans are atYour Alarm Clock and 1,268 There are lots tached to their gadWays to Outsmart the Hazof solutions for gets, and the tech ards of Electronic Pollution. reducing your industry is all too happy to EMFs have cumulative deliver the latest innovations exposure without and sometimes imperceptito consumers that clamor for ble biological effects, Gittleditching every convenience, connection and electronic [device] man notes—especially on unlimited mobility. Meanthe brain, heart, skin, lungs in your house. while, telecom companies and central nervous system. are busy installing fifth-genThe World Health ~Risa Suzuki, eration (5G) infrastructure Organization has classified EMF expert designed to take the nation’s radiofrequency radiation communications revolution to a new level. (RF), a high-frequency EMF associated We love our smartphones and smart with many types of wireless technologies, homes, and especially the relatively newas a Group 2B carcinogen. Radio, televifound freedom from wires and plugs that sion, GPS and cell towers all emit RF, once tethered us to our electronics. But which has become the eye of a gathering concerns about the price to be paid in instorm regarding 5G as companies precreased health risks from electromagnetic pare to install millions of transmitters on fields (EMFs) generated by those devices lampposts and utility poles, along with has surged with the proliferation of silent, standalone antennas nationwide, sending invisible waves of radiation that permeate unprecedented levels of EMF into commuevery facet of modern life. nities and neighborhoods. “The main health concerns include “5G is especially hazardous, since the the breaking of DNA [bonds], leaks in the transmitters are placed closer to the populablood-brain barrier and loss of calcium tions served,” says Samuel Milham, M.D., from cellular membranes,” says Ann Louise MPH, an Olympia, Washington, epidemiGittleman, of Post Falls, Idaho, author of ologist and author of Dirty Electricity: ElecZapped: Why Your Cell Phone Shouldn’t Be trification and the Diseases of Civilization. 52

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EMFs decrease with distance, so the farther away, the better. Switch to a battery-operated alarm clock, ditch the electric blanket, move the bed away from power outlets and keep wireless baby monitors six feet from beds.

Unplug Each Night

Disable Wi-Fi routers and remove all digital appliances and gadgets to make the bedroom a healing haven, says Gittleman.

Identify Overlooked Sources

“Almost all the homes I walk into have printers with wireless turned on, transmitting frequencies in the thousands of microwatts per square meter,” says EMF expert Risa Suzuki, a certified building biology environmental consultant in Seattle. “Wireless boosters also constantly transmit radio frequency.” Other overlooked household EMF sources include smart meters and household appliances both large and small, including hair dryers, electric shavers and cordless phones.

Change Wireless Habits

Cell phones are prolific EMF producers, so if disconnecting isn’t an option, use a speakerphone or an air tube headset, similar to a doctor’s stethoscope, whenever possible, Gittleman advises in Zapped. Never carry the phone against the body when it’s turned on. For computers and tablets, switch to wired internet and turn on Wi-Fi only when necessary. Opt for a wired mouse, keyboard and other plugged-in accessories.

Shield With Caution

Although there are a variety of EMFshielding products, experts warn against relying solely on them. “EMFs can bounce and deflect off surfaces, and ma-

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terials have a certain threshold of what they can shield against,” says Suzuki. Do some research, ask questions and consult with an expert before making a purchase. “It’s easy to get overwhelmed when learning about EMFs, and many people feel totally helpless,” says Suzuki. “But there are lots of solutions for reducing your exposure without ditching every electronic [device] in your house. If you’re willing to take action, then you can absolutely make a positive impact on your health.” Emily Courtney is a freelance health and wellness writer and editor living in northern Colorado. Connect at EmilyCourtneyWrites@ gmail.com.

Healthy Home, Healthy Body Combat EMFs

odifying the use of electronics is just one piece of the puzzle in reducing the health impact of EMFs. Other healthy habits include:

Going green. Certain plants that absorb radiation and other

indoor air pollution can be great additions to a healthy home environment. The betel leaf plant, stone lotus flower, spider plant, snake plant and cactus are all good options for helping to clean the air.

Fortifying health. A strong, nourished body provides

greater protection from many health challenges, including EMF exposure. Ann Louise Gittleman suggests consuming superfoods, minerals and supplements that bolster health, such as artichokes, blueberries, rosemary, turmeric, melatonin, whey protein powder and milk thistle.

Earthing. Physically connecting with the earth enables a

transfer of electrons into the body, which helps to neutralize the free radicals that build up from EMF exposure. “Go out in nature as much as possible to discharge energies,” says Gittleman. The easiest way to practice earthing is walking barefoot outside.

Accessorizing. Many experts, including Gittleman, recommend wearing jewelry made of shungite, a black mineraloid composed almost entirely of carbon that can absorb harmful radiation from EMFs. For more information on EMFs and public health, go to: National Cancer Institute Tinyurl.com/ElectromagneticFieldsAndCancer National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences Tinyurl.com/ElectricAndMagneticFields January 2019

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by Sandra Murphy

The absence of grains isn’t a problem. What’s substituted for the missing grain is what can be the problem. ~Marty Goldstein, DVM, author of The Nature of Animal Healing

ust like their people, dogs are prone to allergies, and pinpointing a cause and cure can be complicated. The maddening itching and scratching that allergic dogs experience can emerge from many factors, including changes in cleaning supplies, chemically treated grass at the park or sensitivity to food—with corn and wheat being common culprits, says Roberta Gleicher, a Purina-certified pet advisor in Long Island. The possible role of these grains in pet food allergies has given rise to an explosion of grain-free products. “Most dogs don’t need grains. They need nutrients,” says Gleicher. “Some of these foods were well-researched, but others were created solely to exploit fads. That’s often why some have better quality ingredients and better nutritional profiles than others.” Many dog owners have found grainfree food to be the answer to their pets’ frustrating health woes. “Our 4-year-old rescue terrier-mix had redness and itching on his belly to the point of bleeding from scratching. It flared up almost immediately after eating food or treats with grains,” says Allison Radkay, a blogger at LooksLikeHappy. com in suburban Chicago. “Trial and error, combined with a lot of antihistamines, kept

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his redness and hives to a minimum while we figured out his allergies: He can handle brown rice, but not corn or wheat.” Grains aren’t evil, says integrative veterinarian Marty Goldstein, DVM, of South Salem, New York, and author of The Nature of Animal Healing: The Definitive Holistic Medicine Guide to Caring for Your Dog and Cat. “There is not a real requirement to feed them. The absence of grains isn’t a problem. What’s substituted for the missing grain is what can be the problem,” he notes. “Foods high in beans, peas and potatoes can block taurine utilization ...” That could be unhealthy for some dogs, according to an alert issued last summer by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). It notes that taurine is an amino acid that’s lacking in dogs that develop dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM). The condition, which can lead to heart failure if left untreated, has long been associated with certain large and giant-sized dogs. Concerns about grain-free foods were raised when reports of DCM surfaced in breeds not typically predisposed to the disease. While the FDA investigates the potential link between taurine deficiency in some

grain-free foods, dog owners and veterinarians ponder the best ways to approach a healthy canine diet. Opinions are divided. Justin Shmalberg, DVM, a boardcertified veterinary nutritionist based in Gainesville, Florida, and chief nutrition officer at the pet food company NomNomNow, says there’s a longstanding debate about the necessity of carbohydrates for dogs. “Metabolically, a carb-free, meaty diet, including proteins for necessary blood sugar, works.” Still, dogs absorb many carbs just fine, he says. “Carbs are part of our dogs’ evolution. People eat carbs, and as dogs were domesticated, they adapted to eating more carbs.” Some food formulas substitute potatoes for grains, which are high in starch, says Gleicher. “Too much starch can raise blood sugar levels, which can be especially harmful for dogs with obesity or diabetic issues.” Goldstein, founder of Dr. Marty Nature’s Blend freeze-dried pet food, headquartered in Woodland Hills, California, favors a predominantly meat diet for carnivorous dogs. “The addition of a small amount of cooked, whole grains is okay, especially for a healthy dog. My golden, eating food that contained some brown rice, lived to 19-and-a-half, much longer than today’s life expectancy of 8 to 10 years.” In some cases, it may not be the grain itself that’s creating the problem. “A chemical residue on the grain or a genetically modified variety might trigger an allergic reaction,” Gleicher says. There’s no denying that for some dogs, removing grain has led to significant relief from allergy symptoms. If it helps, there’s no reason to panic over the latest controversy, say the experts. On the other hand, take care in jumping on the grain-free bandwagon without due diligence, careful consideration and consultation with a vet. “The best diet is individualized,” says Shmalberg. “Feed quality foods, rotate protein sources and ask where ingredients come from. Dogs are adaptable. Do what’s best for each of your dogs. Don’t just follow a trend.” Connect with Sandra Murphy at StLouisFreelanceWriter@mindspring.com. January 2019

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Head, Heart and Gut Lodestars of Powerful Decision Making

by Lee Milteer

e are living in unprecedented times of stress, confusion and overwhelm. We all need resources to help navigate these challenging times and make the right decisions for the highest and best long-term good for ourselves, our families and our businesses. Those resources can be found within each of us if we pause to consider three reliable indicators: the head (intellect), the heart (feelings) and the gut (intuition). Before proceeding in making an important choice, make a habit of checking these built-in sensors, which can warn us about danger or give us the go-ahead.

Head: Make use of intellect and past

knowledge. All decisions, actions and even non-actions have repercussions. Use the conscious mind to discern questions that need to be answered. For example, is this person telling the truth? What has worked in the past? Have we done our due diligence and homework before making a decision?

Heart: I listen to my heart and ask: Is this the right direction for me? Do I naturally feel attracted to this? Am I hearing truth? The internal part of us, the voice inside, tells us when things feel right or wrong. For example, are we relaxed around the person we are asking the question about, 56

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or do we feel uptight and uncomfortable? Keep in mind that our bodies do talk to us. For me personally, if I feel shut down, tight and not good, I know something is not right. However, if I feel open, lighthearted and relaxed, I trust that my heart is telling me that, “All is well.” We have to pay attention to our own internal signals.

Gut: We need to trust our intuition. If it

doesn’t feel right, chances are it’s not right for us. What may be right for one person can be wrong for another. Our gut instinct, our inner voice, is always there for us when we take the time to pay attention and listen. Become conscious, and do not go into the default mode of past decisions or behaviors. Life has changed and requires more awareness of what is truth and what is not, and we need to utilize our senses, not the old programmed beliefs from others. It is our job to use the instincts that we have to help navigate new terrain. Lee Milteer is the author of Reclaim the Magic: The Real Secrets to Manifesting Anything You Want and an award-winning speaker and life and business strategist. Sign up for her free weekly Gems of Wisdom newsletter at Milteer.com. Go to FiveTypesOfEnergy.com for a free copy of her “Five Types of Energy” video series.

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MOVING THROUGH LIFE Daily Motion Adds Up to Fitness by Marlaina Donato

xercise is often Stringing together lots of water or shoveling associated with snow from the driveway. of small decisions the gym or yoga throughout your day According to a study in studio, but structured the Archives of Internal and week can add workouts aren’t the only Medicine, everyday activup to significant gains ity outside of traditional way to keep physically and mentally fit. Whether exercise might be even in your strength and regulating blood prescardiovascular system … more beneficial than an sure, avoiding obesity hour at the gym. ~Jeremy Hyatt, or promoting brain “Staying active health, regular movement throughout the day personal trainer throughout the day helps regulate hormones yields promising benefits. Research shows like insulin, which help metabolize carbothat small changes in routine tasks—from hydrates to be used for fuel, and enzymes house cleaning to grocery shopping—can like lipoprotein lipase (LPL), which help make quick and lasting improvements in release free fatty acids for muscle activity. overall health. Remaining sedentary for extended periods

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can actually lower LPL,” notes McCall, an American Council on Exercise-certified personal trainer and host of the podcast All About Fitness. Jeremy Hyatt, who owns Hyatt Training, a Portland, Oregon, gym, agrees that exercise doesn’t have to be strenuous or structured to make an impact. “Stringing together lots of small decisions throughout your day and week can add up to significant gains in your strength and cardiovascular system, and in the process, reduce risks

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for some of our main causes of disease and disability due to metabolic conditions.” Hyatt suggests staying active by walking the dog after dinner, taking the stairs instead of an elevator and carrying two bags of groceries home from the store or to a distant parking spot. Adding simple body weight movements to everyday chores and tasks can also have a positive effect. A research study in The Journal of Neuroscience links exercise and neurotransmitter production, offering new hope for depressive disorders in which levels of the brain regulators glutamate and gamma-eminobutyric acid (GAMA) are out of balance.

Bring on the Joy Opting for activities that are fun and interesting is a surefire way to create a healthier lifestyle. Dancing, for instance, can offer a wide range of benefits, especially for older individuals. That’s why dance is now a significant component in many programs designed to treat depression, addiction and eating disorders. “We’re never too old, too young, too inflexible, too busy, too anything to dance. The hardest part is just walking into the studio,” says Kat Wildish, a renowned former ballerina and master teacher in New York City. For those older than 50, dance offers many advantages. “Dance gives us positive stimulus in both physical movement and the mental connection in a non-competitive environment. It has an immediate inverse effect to cortisol and raises serotonin,” says Wildish. “With proper alignment and joint care in mind, dance helps to combat the physical effects of aging such as arthritis, osteoporosis ...” Researchers at the University of Miami’s Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine found that all types of exercise have been shown to improve thinking processes in older adults. Results of their study, published in Neurology: Clinical Practice, suggest that yoga, aerobic exercise and strength training yield the most significant results over an extended period. Yet, moving the body regularly and consistently in everyday endeavors is an excellent starting point that can be richly rewarding. “Individuals can start to make quick and lasting changes to their overall health. Start by picking small changes,” says Hyatt. Wildish agrees that making the decision to begin and keeping it fun is paramount. “Do what you can and stick with it when you find something that brings you joy, even when it’s challenging.” Marlaina Donato is the author of several books, including Multidimensional Aromatherapy. Connect at AutumnEmbersMusic.com. January 2019

World of Coaching

Happiness Corner

RESOURCES

Find a knowledgeable professional to help you achieve your goals. GRIEF COACH Dr. Michelle Bell Grief Specialist 914.815.2222 Drmichellebell.com

HEART CENTERED COACHING Debbie VanWagner

Learn to Love Your-SELF Jungian Eastern Philosophy 845.800.7303; Rolfny.com

HEALTH COACHING Wanda Jeanty, MD

Poughkeepsie, NY 917.868.1769; notanotherdietwanda.com

INSPIRATIONAL COACHING Kacey Morabito Grean

Clarity & Creation Coach for Women Call for Appointment: 914.323.8343 Kacey.co; KaceyGrean@Gmail.com

LIFE COACH Lorna Gager

The Practical Mystic Spirit Based Coaching for Women 914.220.2495; lornagager.com

SPIRITUAL COACH Mary Ellen O’Brien

Spiritual Teacher, Coach and Healer 845.202.1717 AwakenYourTrueEssence.com

RELATIONSHIP COACHING Nancy S. Scherlong, LCSW Wellness and Expressive Arts Programs Mt. Kisco, NY; 914.572.3167 wellnessmetaphors.com

Happiness and Your Health

tudies have shown the healthier we are, the happier we are, too. It’s never too late to achieve greater health and in a world where knowledge is literally at your fingertips, there is no reason you can’t live a vibrant, healthy and happy life, if you’re ready. Some quick fixes for a healthier, happier you: 1) Decrease unneeded toxins. Use home air & water filters; don’t track in pesticides and waste wearing shoes in the house; buy purer soap, shampoo, conditioner, and other personal products without phthalates, bisphenols and the like. Check the Environmental Working Group’s website for lists of non-toxic products to use at home; have some air-purifying greenery in your house. 2) Alkalize. Reduce acidic foods like meat, sugar, caffeine, cola, wheat, and processed foods with more raw, seasonal colorful veggies and fruits. As inflammation drops, your body feels less creaky and you lower all disease risks. 3) Eat organic once a week or more. Almost everything we eat has pesticides of some form or another which remain on our food, not to mention GMOs, hor-

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mones, radiation and antibiotics. Organic foods may not look as perfect, but they are usually fresher, contain more nutrients, and don’t contain preservatives. 4) Moderation in exercise goes a long way. Harvard Health says the best exercises are swimming, walking, tai chi, strength training and Kegel exercises. It doesn’t have to be hard and time-consuming at all; you just need to stick with what you like. 5) Decrease stress. The long-term effects of stress are disease, depression, hair loss, irritable bowel syndrome and more misery. Stress management may be the most important tool in your arsenal. Decrease digital time and increase time in nature. 6) Notice what you are thinking. Your physiology is in alignment with your emotional and mental thought processes. The pain we’ve created ourselves can wake us up to learn to give ourselves and others more loving-kindness. Use a tool like EFT or a Mantra - a “flip switch thought” to CHOOSE the thinking that is in alignment with how you want to feel. Excerpted from “Moving Toward Happy” by Terry Chriswell, author and publisher of Mile High Edition of Natural Awakenings in Denver, CO. She can be reached at Terry@ MovingTowardHappy.com

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markyourcalendar INTERFAITH SUNDAYS At the Chapel at Croton Falls Sunday, January 20 10:30am-12noon

I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings: A Celebration of Freedom

Dr. Hans B. Hallundbaek, Presbyterian Prison Partnership, Katherine Vockins, Rehabilitation Through the Arts, Rev. George Cook

The Chapel at Croton Falls, 609, Rt. 22, Croton Falls, NY (Next to the Schoolhouse Theater) Parking is available across the street. Contact for feast contributions: revdeb1@ comcast.net; chapelatcrotonfalls.org

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 2 Adult Guided Channeling/Meditation Group – 8-9pm. With Merrill Black. Unique theme, meditation, group discussion. $20. The Temperance Center, 453 White Plains Rd, Ste 203, Eastchester. 914.793.2600. TheTemperanceCenter.com.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 3 Help Yourself and Others with Reflexology – 6:30-8:30pm. With Nationally Certified Reflexologist, Christine Knowlton. Four-part workshop teaching techniques to address issues of head, neck and shoulder. $120 series. $100 seniors. $45 dropin. Soulauras, 510 N State Rd, Briarcliff. RSVP required: 914.941.2400. Soulauras.com.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 5 Zen Body, Zen Soul – 10am-Noon. Four-week series. Cleanse the mind and care for the body incorporating mindfulness and creating holistic, natural bath and body products. $40 weekly. $140 prepaid for series. Hands of Serenity Healing, 1129 Main St, Fishkill. 845.896.1915. HandsofSerenityHealing.com. Guided Meditation – 10:30am. With Dr. Stacey Lamar. Learn basic techniques to connect with the divine, balance chakras and prepare for the busy week. $10. The Source NY, 143 Boardman Rd, Poughkeepsie. 845.214.0452. TheSource-NY.com. Aura-Soma Color Therapy Info Session – 11:15am. Learn the healing power of crystals, gems and color. Reveal one’s true potential. Free. The Source NY, 143 Boardman Rd, Poughkeepsie 845.214.0452. TheSource-NY.com. Psychic Reiki Workshop – Noon-2pm. With Brett Bevell. Learn techniques to connect with the divine, self-heal and empower. No previous experience necessary. $30. The Source NY, 143 Boardman Rd, Poughkeepsie. 845.214.0452. TheSource-NY.com.

New Year Reflections – 3-5pm. Ascend and Magazzino present an afternoon of yoga, art and self-reflection with renowned yogi and author Elena Brower. $60. Magazzino Italian Art, 2700 Rte 9, Cold Spring. AscendCenter.com.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 6 Energy Medicine for the 21st Century Class – With Bernadette Bloom. Learn how to heal mental, emotional and physical issues by balancing the chakras with energy healing from Tibet. Katonah or Zoom. 239.289.3744. TheEsotericBloom.com. Reiki l –11am-6pm. Learn history of Reiki, hand positions, Reiki meditations and energy exercises. Level l attunement and hands on practice. $140. Hands of Serenity Healing, 1129 Main St, Fishkill. Register: 845.896.1915. HandsofSerenityHealing.com. Journey for Your Soul’s Purpose – 11:30am1pm. With Savannagh $20. Synchronicity, 1511 Rte 22, Brewster. Reserve seat: 845.363.1765. SynchronicityNY.com. Tranquility Tuesday – 7pm. Guided meditation/ journaling series to clear mind, develop focus and heighten awareness; combining meditation with a journaling practice. Ongoing series. $10 cash. Hands of Serenity Healing, 1129 Main St, Fishkill. Register: 845.896.1915. HandsofSerenityHealing.com.

MONDAY, JANUARY 7 Adult Guided Channeling/Meditation Group – 7:15-8:15pm. With Merrill Black. Unique theme, meditation and group discussion. $20. The Temperance Center, 453 White Plains Rd, Ste 203, Eastchester. 914.793.2600. TheTemperanceCenter.com.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 8 10 Week Positive Parenting Course – 9:3011:30am, 1/8, 1/15, 1/22, 1/29, 2/5, 2/26, 3/5, 3/12, 3/19, 3/26. With Ann Magalhaes. Learn a toolbox of parenting skills and strategies to manage the day-to-day challenges of being a parent. $550. Wainwright House, 260 Stuyvesant Ave, Rye. Info: 914.967.6080; wainwright.org.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 9 Intro to Mindfulness Meditation: A 3 Week Series – 7-8:30pm. 1/ 9, 1/16 & 1/23. Explore the fundamentals of mindfulness meditation and how it cultivates mindfulness. $115 or $40 Drop-in per date. Wainwright House, 260 Stuyvesant Ave, Rye. Info: 914.967.6080; wainwright.org. Vision & Success in School – 7-9pm. Discover tools to identify children having trouble learning. 25 percent of children have vision problems keeping them from reaching their full potential. Free. Dr. Samantha Slotnick, 495 Central Park Ave, Ste 301, Scarsdale. RSVP, Jane: 914.874.1177. DrSlotnick.com.

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markyourcalendar Spring 2019 Weekend Reiki Classes

with Anne Bentzen, MSOT, RMT

Reiki Level 1 Classes

Direct Healing, Reiki history and principles

Feb. 9-10

May 4-5

Adv. Reiki Level 2 Classes

Intuitive techniques, symbols, distance healing March 16-17 May 18-19 Time: 1-5 pm daily Location: Armonk RSVP: balancing4life.com 914.588.4079

THURSDAY, JANUARY 10 Help Yourself and Others with Reflexology – 6:30-8:30pm. With Nationally Certified Reflexologist, Christine Knowlton. Four-part workshop teaching techniques to address issues of chest and upper abdominal region. $120 series. $100 seniors. $45 drop-in. Soulauras, 510 N State Rd, Briarcliff. RSVP required: 914.941.2400. Soulauras.com.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 11 The Amazing Healer at Universal Healing Arts – 7-9pm. Gene Krackhel will be doing a group healing at Universal Healing Arts. Gene brings comfort and peace to those who seek mental, physical or spiritual healing. Must register: 914.737.4325.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 13 Athleta Scarsdale, Meditation and Book Signing – 10am. With Jodi Baretz. Mindful Is the New Skinny. 917.974.9446. JodiBaretz.com. Yoga Nidra and Sankapla Workshop for the New Year – 3-5pm. With Deirdre Breen. Relax the physical and energetic bodies and begin the New Year with clarity. 914.232.3473. More info: GoldenPrana.Yoga. Heal Yourself and Others with Reflexology – 4-6pm. With Christine Knowlton. Learn premise and techniques of this therapy and how to reduce stress and improve wellness through gentle touch on feet, hands and ears. $30. Universal Healing Arts Connection, 4 Crestview Ave, Cortlandt Manor. Christine: 914.837.8226. ReflexForWellness.com. Reiki Training Information Session – 4:305:30pm. Hudson Valley Healing Center in Poughkeepsie welcomes Reiki Master Kienan Lynch. Learn about this ancient energy work. Free. Register: 845.849.0838.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 15 Restorative Qigong – 7-8pm. New Year holiday special 10 classes for $100. Must register by Jan 8. 4 Crestview Ave, Cortlandt Manor. Ask about a free class: 914.737.4325. UniversalHealingArtsConnection.com.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 16 Natural Approaches to Stress Management – Learn holistic ways to reduce stress from a naturopathic doctor. $25. $20 as part of a series. Beacon of Light Wellness Center, 4 S Chestnut St, Beacon. Alison: 845.202.3515. BeaconOfLightWellnessCenter.com.

Adult Guided Channeling/Meditation Group – 7:15-8:15pm. With Merrill Black. Unique theme, meditation and group discussion. $20. The Temperance Center, 453 White Plains Rd, Ste 203, Eastchester. 914.793.2600. TheTemperanceCenter.com.

Team Trivia Night at Hayfields – Jan 16, Feb 20, Mar 20 – 6:30pm/doors open; 7-9:30pm. Recommended for teams of four people. $5. Food, beer and wine available along with great prizes for the winning team. 1 Bloomer Rd, North Salem. HayfieldsMarket.com.

Weight Loss and Healing – 7:30pm. Free no obligation orientation on holistic weight loss and healing. Universal Healing Arts, 4 Crestview Ave. Cortlandt Manor. Reserve seat: 914.788.9355.

White Plains Library, Ditch the Diet New Year’s Resolution – 7pm. With Jodi Baretz. 917.974.9446. JodiBaretz.com.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 12 Systemic & Family Constellations – A revolutionary approach to addressing personal and systemic issues–whether in relationship to others, at work, with the self or with the world at large. $40. The Aligned Center, 1 Bridge St, Ste 64, Irvington. Info, Faryn Sand: 914.292.0930. TheAlignedCenter.com. Flu Season Remedies – 1-5pm. Learn to make elderberry syrup and fire cider to stave off the season’s illnesses. Leave with a jar of each plus recipes and instructions. $50, supplies included. Hands of Serenity Healing, 1129 Main St, Fishkill. 845.896.1915. HandsofSerenityHealing.com. Shake Your Soul: The Yoga of Dance – 1:30– 4:30pm. Connect with the natural dancer within, with Kripalu’s Dan Leven. $45 members/$65 nonmembers in advance. The Yoga Studio, Club Fit, 584 N State Rd, Briarcliff Manor. Info: Audrey Brooks: 914.582.7816. ytayoga.com.

Adult Guided Channeling/Meditation Group – 8-9pm. With Merrill Black. Unique theme, meditation, group discussion. $20. The Temperance Center, 453 White Plains Rd, Ste 203, Eastchester. 914.793.2600. TheTemperanceCenter.com.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 17 Free Introduction to Principles of Ayurveda: On Our Mat and in Our Lives – 4-5pm. With Deirdre Breen. Learn Ayurveda and yoga teachings to support optimal health. Golden Prana Yoga, 223 Katonah Ave, Katonah. 914.232.3473. More info: GoldenPrana.Yoga. Aligned Financy Happy Hour – 6-7pm. For those in the finance industry, a time to relax, connect with others and receive support to find balance in life. Free. The Aligned Center, 1 Bridge St, Ste 64, Irvington. Info, Faryn Sand: 914.292.0930. TheAlignedCenter.com. Help Yourself and Others with Reflexology – 6:30-8:30pm. With Nationally Certified Reflexologist, Christine Knowlton. Four-part workshop teaching techniques to address issues of lower abdominal

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and pelvic region. $120 series. $100 seniors. $45 drop-in. Soulauras, 510 N State Rd, Briarcliff. RSVP required: 914.941.2400. Soulauras.com.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 18 Invasive Vine Removal-Free-a-Tree Program – Assist Groundwork Hudson Valley in combating a variety of invasive vines along the Old Croton Aqueduct Trail. Old Croton Aqueduct Trail, 13-11 Arthur St, Yonkers. Info, Victor Medina: 914.375.2151. GroundworkHV.org. Natural Way to Quit Alcohol, Sugar, Smoking… – 7-7:45pm. Learn about a simple, effective treatment for quitting smoking, alcohol, sugar and more. 80 percent plus success. Simpler than most dare to believe. Free info session. Briarcliff location. 914.473.2015. QuitWithQuinn.com Mediumship Circle – 7-8:30pm.With Carla Blaha. $40. Synchronicity, 1511 Rte 22, Brewster. Reserve seat: 845.363.1765. SynchronicityNY.com. Curing Addiction from the Core: Quit with Quinn Info Session – 7:45-8:30pm. Learn about the unseen energy of addiction and how this simple, natural method can help one quit for good. Alcohol, smoking, sugar, behaviors. 80 percent plus success. Free. Briarcliff location. 914.473.2015. QuitWithQuinn.com.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 19 Reiki 1 & Reiki 2 Certification – Jan 19-20. With Shima Chayvet who “believes in maintaining the integrity of this ancient art of hands on healing.” $250. Universal Healing Arts, 4 Crestview Ave. Cortlandt Manor. Info: 917.279.9577. Guided Meditation – 10:30am. With Dr. Stacey Lamar. Learn basic techniques to connect with the divine, balance chakras and prepare for the busy week. $10. The Source NY, 143 Boardman Rd, Poughkeepsie. 845.214.0452. TheSource-NY.com. Communing with the Angels Workshop – 1-4pm. With Pamela Landolt. Discover best method for receiving angelic messages. Location TBD. More info: 914.204.1323. Workshops/ classes: PamsDailyAngelNotes.com.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 20 The Bars –9:30am-5:30pm. Explore and learn the body process known as The Bars. Become free from auto-pilot and pave the way to authentic self. $350. Soulauras , 510 N State Rd, Briarcliff. RSVP required: 914.941.2400. Soulauras.com. Chakra Watercolor Workshop! – Jan 20, 27 and Feb 3. 2-5pm. Awaken one’s artistic spiritual healing power. $180 includes materials. The Universal Healing Arts Center, 4 Crestview Ave, Cortlandt Manor. Preregister/info: 914.737.4325. Monthly Lunar Sound Bath – 4-6pm. With Hari Sangat Kaur. Honor the energies of the present moon cycle. Gentle kundalini kryia, extended gong bath and chanting. Golden Prana Yoga, Katonah. 914.232.3473. Info: GoldenPrana.Yoga.

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BALANCE FITNESS StepWISEnow Strength.Flexibility.Balance 325 S. Highland Ave., Ste. 109 Briarcliff Manor/ Ossining 914.292.0602; Stepwisenow.com

GYROTONIC MILLBROOK NEW Gyrotonic Millbrook 34 Front Street 845.417.3659 Gyrotonicmillbrook.com

PILATES STUDIOS ARDSLEY Club Pilates Ardsley 875 Saw Mill River Rd. 914.292.1292; clubpilates.com/ ardsley ardsley@clubpilates.com

CORTLANDT MANOR Stay True Pilates Private/Small groups 914.382.2040 staytruepilates.com

MOUNT KISCO Club Pilates Mount Kisco 30 E. Main St. 914.362.8414;clubpilates.com/ MountKisco sarah.gevinski@clubpilates.com

POUND RIDGE Pilates Pound Ridge Classical Pilates Studio Old Mill River Road 917.841.1218 PilatesPoundRidge.com

RHINEBECK Rhinebeck Pilates 6400 Montgomery Street 845.876.5686 RhinebeckPilates.com

SCARSDALE Club Pilates Scarsdale 365 Central Park Ave. 914.449.4411; clubpilates.com/ scarsdale scarsdale@clubpilates.com

SOMERS Equipoise Pilates & Wellness Bailey Court, 334 Rt. 202 cbakerpilates@gmail.com 914.276.2056

BRIARCLIFF MANOR

POUGHKEEPSIE

KARMA ROAD YOGA 1250 Pleasantville Road 914.382.6733 KarmaRoadYoga.com

Hudson Valley Healing Ctr. Salt Cave.Yoga.Lifestyle 51 Springside Ave HudsonValleyHealingCenter.com

WAPPINGERS FALLS

CORTLANDT MANOR

SOMERS

Elevate Yoga & Barre Studio 1820 New Hackensack, Suite 3 845.462.8400 elevatebyallsport.com info@elevatebyallsport.com

TAI CHI In Balance Concepts Tai Chi. Meditation. Qigong 2505 Rt. 6, St. 108, Brewster 845.803.1992 inbalancetaichi.com

YOGA ASSOCIATIONS Yoga Teachers Association Workshops 2nd Sat. 1:30pm The Yoga Studio, Club Fit Briarcliff Manor info@ytayoga.com; ytayoga.com

YOGA COMMUNITIES nOMad Always at OM Classes, Retreats, YTT nOMadAlwaysatOM.com studio@nOMadAlwaysatOM.com

Elevate Yoga Studio 3535 Crompond Rd. carasaxhealth@aol.com elevateyogastudios.com

Yoga at Zen Garden Private and Small Groups Yoga.zengarden@gmail.com 917.721.2529; Zengardenyoga.net

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O2 Living/drinklivingjuice YogaShine 792 Rt. 35 Yellow Monkey Village Kripalu/Meditate/Yoga Therapy 914.763.6320; drinklivingjuice.com 7-11 Legion Drive, 914.769.8745; yogashine.com

EASTCHESTER The Temperance Center 453 White Plains Road 914.793.2600 TheTemperanceCenter.com

FISHKILL

BEACON Beacon of Light Wellness Center 4 S. Chestnut St 845.202.3515 BeaconofLightWellnessCenter.com

BEDFORD HILLS Katonah Yoga 39 Main Street 914.241.2661; katonahyoga.com

Yoga Haven & Yoga Haven 2 Tuckahoe & Scarsdale yogahaven.com; 914.337.1437 info@yogahaven.com

Namastesis-Yoga & Wellness Offering Yoga, Massage & Reiki YONKERS 1065 Main Street - Suite H Nueva Alma Yoga & Wellness 845.765.2299; Namastesis.com 799 McLean Avenue 914.294.0606; NuevaAlma.com

KATONAH

Golden Prana Yoga 223 Katonah Avenue 914.232.3473 GoldenTempleYoga.com

MAHOPAC

YOGA STUDIOS

WESTCHESTER

Liberation Yoga & Wellness Center 862 Route 6 845.803.8389; liberationny.com

YOGA TEACHER Heather Reiners, HipHeather Yoga Teacher & Reiki Master Beginners & Gentle Yoga 914.479.2594; hipheather.com

Putnam Yoga 30 Tomahawk Street Baldwin Place 845.494.8118; PutnamYoga.com

MOHEGAN LAKE Balance Wellness Studio Yoga.Dance.Exercise.Wellness 1851 East Main St (Rt 6) 914 374.1471; balanceon6.com

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markyourcalendar 2019 Weekend Retreat March 8 – 10 Walking Powerfully in the World with Anne Bentzen, MSOT, RMT Take energetic responsibility for the life you create through energetic awareness of yourself and others. Raise your vibration through heart–centered living and embody more of your True Divine nature. LOCATION: Holmes Camp & Retreat Center Holmes, NY Info/RSVP: holmescamp.org/programs 845.878.6383

MONDAY, JANUARY 21 Adult Guided Channeling/Meditation Group – 7:15-8:15pm. With Merrill Black. Unique theme, meditation and group discussion. $20. The Temperance Center, 453 White Plains Rd, Ste 203, Eastchester. 914.793.2600. TheTemperanceCenter.com.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 24 Premier of “DoshAsana:” Ayurveda and Yoga Together – 9-10:30am. DoshAsana combines Ayurveda yoga, pranayama, spine awareness, guided meditation, seasonal nutritional guidance and five sense therapies. First class free. Golden Prana Yoga, Katonah. 914.232.3473. More info: GoldenPrana.Yoga. Help Yourself and Others with Reflexology – 6:30-8:30pm. With Nationally Certified Reflexologist, Christine Knowlton. Four-part workshop teaching techniques to address issues of upper and lower extremities. $120 series. $100 seniors. $45 drop-in. Soulauras, 510 N State Rd, Briarcliff. RSVP required: 914.941.2400. Soulauras.com.

Set your goals high and don’t stop till you get there. ~Bo Jackson

The Psychiatric Drugging/Labeling of Children: What Is Informed Consent? – 7:30pm. Sheila Gallo of AbleChild.org will speak about the right of parents to refuse to medicate their child and the risks of mandatory mental health screening. Rye Free Reading Room, 1061 Boston Post Rd, Rye. HolisticMoms.org.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 25 Quit Alcohol Simply and Permanently – 7-7:45pm. Learn about Quit with Quinn: helping people overcome alcohol, smoking, sugar and other addictions more easily than they ever thought possible. 80 percent plus success. Free info session. Briarcliff location. 914.473.2015. QuitWithQuinn.com. Online Dating: How Face Reading Can Help You Find Mr/Mrs Right in the Digital Age – 7-8pm. With Elaine Gartner. $20. Synchronicity, 1511 Rte 22, Brewster. Reserve seat: 845.363.1765. SynchronicityNY.com. Meditation for Personal and Global Healing – 7-8:15. Meditation/lecture/workshop with Dr. Andrew Vidich PHD, International Meditation teacher and writer to discover benefits of meditation. Free. First Unitarian Society of Westchester, 25 Old Jackson Ave, Hastings-on-Hudson. Info: 914.433.1800. sos.org. Adult Guided Channeling/Meditation Group – 7:15-8:15pm. With Merrill Black. Unique theme, meditation and group discussion. $20. The Temperance Center, 453 White Plains Rd, Ste 203, Eastchester. 914.793.2600. TheTemperanceCenter.com. Natural Way to Quit Sugar, Overeating, Smoking… – 7:45-8:30pm. Learn about a simple, effective method for quitting smoking, alcohol, sugar and more. 80 percent plus success. Simpler than most dare to believe. Free info session. Briarcliff location. 914.473.2015. QuitWithQuinn.com.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 26 Reiki Master Class – Jan 26 and 27. Learn the mystery of the secret teaching known as Shinpiden. Those already attuned to Reiki 1 and 2 must bring prior certifications. $1,000. Universal Healing Arts, 4 Crestview Ave. Cortlandt Manor. Info: 917.279.9577. Blue Rock School and Summer Play Camp Winter Information Session & Campus Tour – 10am-2pm. Meet faculty and learn about the creative learning environment. Blue Rock School, 110 Demarest Mill Rd, off Germonds Rd, West Nyack. RSVP, Beverly Stycos: 845.535.3353. Register: 845.627.0234. BluerockSchool.org. Guided Meditation – 10:30am. With Dr. Stacey Lamar. Learn basic techniques to connect with the divine, balance chakras and prepare for the busy week. $10. The Source NY, 143 Boardman Rd, Poughkeepsie. 845.214.0452. TheSource-NY.com. Reiki 1 & 2 – 11am-4pm.With Marcus Feighery. $275. Synchronicity, 1511 Rte 22, Brewster. Reserve seat: 845.363.1765. SynchronicityNY.com. Intro to Yoga & Meditation for Total Beginner Workshop – 1-3pm. With Ann Casapini. For those new to yoga. Yoga styles: asana, breath-work, props, chairs, guided meditation and savasana. $45. Limited space. The Temperance Center, 453 White Plains Rd, Ste 203, Eastchester. Must preregister/ prepay: 914.793.2600. TheTemperanceCenter.com.

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Free Lecture, What is Ayurveda and What Can it Do for Me? – 1:30-3:30pm. With Dr. Somesh Kaushik, an Ayurvedic and Naturopathic physician. Tovamiyoga, 112 West Boston Post Rd, Mamaroneck. 914.618.4887. TovamiYoga.com. The Marriage of Psychotherapy and Astrology: A Match Made in Heaven – 2-3:30pm. With renowned psychotherapist and astrologer, Alan Ellis. $30. First time event. Universal Healing Arts, 4 Crestview Ave. Cortlandt Manor. Must register: 914.737. 4325.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 27 Natural Way to Quit Alcohol, Sugar, Smoking… – 1-2pm. Learn about a simple, effective treatment for quitting smoking, alcohol, sugar and more. 80 percent plus success. Simpler than most dare to believe. Free info session. NYC location, E37th btwn Park & Lex. 914.473.2015. QuitWithQuinn.com. Death Cafe – 1-3pm. Maggie Callanan will be talking about “Those Dying Slowly of Illness”.at the Katonah Village Library, 26 Bedford Rd, Katonah.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 30 Natural Approaches to Self-Care – Learn holistic ways to improve health from a naturopathic doctor. $25. $20 as part of a series. Beacon of Light Wellness Center, 4 S Chestnut St, Beacon. Alison: 845.202.3515. BeaconOfLightWellnessCenter.com. Eyes and the Brain – 7-9pm. Vision is more than 20/20 eyesight. Learn to reduce visual stress and make efficient use of vision. Free. Dr. Samantha Slotnick, 495 Central Park Ave, Ste 301, Scarsdale. RSVP, Jane: 914.874.1177. DrSlotnick.com. Manifest Your 2019 – – 7-9pm. With Carla Blaha. Learn to apply the Law of Attraction to create desires. Tangible realistic exercises to produce results. $35. Soulauras, 510 N State Rd, Briarcliff. RSVP required: 914.941.2400. Soulauras.com. Adult Guided Channeling/Meditation Group – 8-9pm. With Merrill Black. Unique theme, meditation, group discussion. $20. The Temperance Center, 453 White Plains Rd, Ste 203, Eastchester. 914.793.2600. TheTemperanceCenter.com.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 1 Crystal Bowl Sound Bath – Two Sessions: 6 & 7:30pm. Hudson Valley Healing Center in Poughkeepsie welcomes Daniel Lauter. $40, includes salt therapy. Info: HudsonValleyHealingCenter.com.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 2 Zen Mind, Zen Space – 10am-Noon. Four-week series. Combines mindfulness meditation with the creation of sacred art, including smudging tools, black rock painting, dreamcatchers and sacred candles. $40 weekly. $140 prepaid for series. Hands of Serenity Healing, 1129 Main St, Fishkill. 845.896.1915. HandsofSerenityHealing.com.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 6 Natural Approaches to Anxiety – Learn holistic ways to manage anxiety from a naturopathic doctor. $25. $20 as part of a series. Beacon of Light Wellness Center, 4 S Chestnut St, Beacon. Alison 845.202.3515. BeaconOfLightWellnessCenter.com.

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sunday Kacey, On The Radio – 6:30am. The Health and Happiness Show. Interviews with therapists, healers, doctors, actors and dreamers. Tune into 100.7 WHUD. Kaceyontheradio.com. Reiki in the Salt Cave – Two sessions 1 & 3pm – Reiki Master goes person to person and delivers Reiki treatments. $40, includes salt therapy. Info: HudsonValleyHealingCenter.com. Hudson Valley Healing Center, 51 Springside Ave, Poughkeepsie. 845.605.2210.

monday Kripalu-based YogaShine – 9-10:30am. With Vitalah Simon. Gentle and calming, strengthening and invigorating, for adults, multi-level and individual attention. Beginners welcome. First class free. 7-11 Legion Dr, Valhalla. 914.769.8745. YogaShine.com. Pilates Mixed Equipment Class – 9:30am. A great class for those with some pilates experience. Gain experience on the different pieces of pilates equipment while getting a great workout. $40. Rhinebeck Pilates, 6400 Montgomery St. 845.876.5686. RhinebeckPilates.com. Putnam Yoga Level 1 to Level 2 Classes: With Modifications – 9:30am. Incorporates power yoga poses and techniques for strength training and improvements in breathing, posture and mobility. 30 Tomahawk St, Baldwin Pl. Info, Christine Dodge: 845.494.8118. PutnamYoga.com. Basic Warm Flow Yoga – 10:15-11am. With Cara. Vinyasa class focusing on the alignment of the basic poses. $20 drop-in. 3535 Crompond Rd, Cortlandt Manor. 914.582.8925. ElevateYogaStudios.com.

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Pre-teen/Teen YogaShine, Kripalu-based – 7-8pm, Reduce stress, increase focus and selfesteem, multi-level and individual attention. Beginners welcome. First class free. 7-11 Legion Dr, Valhalla. 914.769.8745. YogaShine.com. Advanced Tai Chi & Qigong Class – 7pm. Improve one’s balance and overall health. The dance like movements develop coordination and sharpen short term memory. In Balance Tai Chi, 2505 Carmel Ave, Rte 6, Brewster. Call to schedule classes: 845.803.1992. InBalanceTaiChi.com.

tuesday Pilates Mat Class – 9am. Small class sizes. Authentic pilates studio. No experience needed. $20. Rhinebeck Pilates, 6400 Montgomery St. 845.876.5686. RhinebeckPilates.com. Putnam Yoga Beginner to Level 1 Classes: With Modifications – 9:30am. Beginners, new students or individuals needing a refresher. Focus on a safe introduction to the fundamental poses in a traditional practice. 30 Tomahawk St, Baldwin Pl. Info, Christine Dodge: 845.494.8118. PutnamYoga.com. Beginner Tai Chi & Qigong Class – 10am and 7pm. Improve one’s balance and overall health. The dance like movements develop coordination and sharpen short term memory. In Balance Tai Chi, 2505 Carmel Ave, Rte 6, Brewster. Call to schedule classes: 845.803.1992. InBalanceTaiChi.com. BodyCode Group Class – 12noon-1pm. Maximum 8 per class. Created by a Gyrotonic Master Trainer, Italian system focusing on deep abdominal strength. Preregister to guarantee space, $25. Gyrotonic Millbrook, 34 Front St, Millbrook. Info: 846.417.3659. Gyrotonicmillbrook.com. Gentle Yoga for Wellness – 5:45-7pm. With Ann Casapini. Yoga using chairs, props, deep relaxation/ meditation to build stability, strength and flexibility. Gentle level. $18 drop-in. Eastchester. Ann: 917.882.0921. TheTemperanceCenter.com. First Monday of Month, Ongoing – 7-8:15pm. Mindful Mom Monthly Meditation and Discussion group. A gym membership for the mind. First session free. $29.99 per month. The Center for Health and Healing. 4 Smith Ave, Mt Kisco. RSVP required: 917.974.9446. JodiBaretz.com.

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Yogalates with Self-myofascial Release – 7-8:15pm. With Kat. Exclusive. Start by learning SMR to relieve tight, painful muscles, feel the difference while exercising. All levels encouraged. $14. Balance Wellness Studio, 1851 E Main, Rte 6, Mohegan Lake. 914.374.1471. BalanceOn6.com. Vinyasa Restorative Flow – 7:30-8:45pm. With JoAnne Salomone. Class that incorporates restorative yoga. All levels. $18 drop-in. Eastchester. Jo-Anne: 917.364.1871.TheTemperanceCenter.com.

wednesday Putnam Yoga Level 1 to Level 2 Classes: With modifications – 9:30am. Incorporates power yoga poses and techniques for strength training and improvements in breathing, posture and mobility. 30 Tomahawk St, Baldwin Pl. Info, Christine Dodge: 845.494.8118. PutnamYoga.com. YogaStrong – 9:30-10:45am. With Cara. Warm flow class that combines sun salutations and light weights to add to the intensity of the asana. $20 drop-in. 3535 Crompond Rd, Cortlandt Manor. 914.582.8925. ElevateYogaStudios.com. Beginner Tai Chi for Balance – 10:15am. Graceful movements to improve strength, flexibility, balance and stamina for increased stability and confidence. First class free. StepWISEnow Balance Fitness, 325 S Highland Ave, Ste 109, Briarcliff Manor. Visit: Stepwisenow.com. Joyful Anusara Yoga – 11am-12:15pm. With Ann Casapini. Well balanced asana sequences that focus on alignment, mindfulness, clear intention and joy. Intermediate level. $18 drop-in. Eastchester. Ann: 917.882.0921. TheTemperanceCenter.com. A Matter of Balance: Managing Concerns about Falls – 1-3pm. Award-winning 8 session program held monthly 2 x week. First class free. StepWISEnow Balance Fitness, 325 S Highland Ave, Ste 109, Briarcliff Manor. Visit: Stepwisenow.com. Gyrotonic Open Level Class – 5:30-6:30pm. On the pulley tower. Maximum 5 per class, preregister to guarantee space, $35. Gyrotonic Millbrook, 34 Front St, Millbrook. Info: 846.417.3659. Gyrotonicmillbrook.com.

Warm Flow Yoga – 5:30-6:30pm. With Cara. A well rounded flowing yoga class in a warmed studio. $20 drop-in. 3535 Crompond Rd, Cortlandt Manor. 914.582.8925. ElevateYogaStudios.com. 3X3Fit Total Body Transformation – 6-7pm. With Kat. Safe way to do weight-bearing exercise for increased muscle tone and bone strength. Exclusively at Balance. Five per class. $14. Balance Wellness Studio, 1851 E Main, Rte 6, Mohegan Lake. 914.374.1471. BalanceOn6.com. Yin Breath Yoga – 6:30-7:45pm.With Victor Gazzini. A yoga class using a breath bases asana practice that incorporates meditation, visualization and chanting. All levels. $18 drop-in. Eastchester. Vic: 914.319.7322. TheTemperanceCenter.com. Mindfulness Meditation in the Tradition of Thich Nhat Hanh – 6:45-8:30pm. One Earth Sangha. Beginners welcome. Free will donation. YogaShine Studio, 7-11 Legion Dr, Valhalla. Info: 914.769.8745. Weekly Spiritual and Meditation Program – 7:30-9pm. Meditation and spiritual gathering with video selections and readings on a weekly topic. Science of Spirituality. Refreshments following. Free. Mosaic Mental Health Center, 5676 Riverdale Ave, Ste 203. Riverdale. Info: 914.433.1800. sos.org.

thursday Low Cost Spay/Neuter Day for Cats – 3rd Thurs. Sponsored by Stray HELP Inc Services by TARA, Inc mobile clinic. $70 includes: spay/neuter, rabies, ears cleaned and nails trimmed. Other services available during surgery. Info, Althea: 845.705.5020. Pilates Tower Class. Mixed Equipment Class – A class for those with some pilates experience. Gain experience on the different pieces of pilates equipment while getting a great workout. $40. Rhinebeck Pilates, 6400 Montgomery St. 845.876.5686. Kripalu-based YogaShine – 7-8:30am. With Vitalah Simon. Gentle and calming, strengthening and invigorating, for adults, multi-level and individual attention. Beginners welcome. First class free. 7-11 Legion Dr, Valhalla. 914.769.8745. YogaShine.com.

Putnam Yoga Level 2 to Level 3 Classes: With Modifications – 9:30am. Beginners and new students or individuals in need of a refresher. Focus is on a safe introduction to the fundamental poses in a traditional practice. 30 Tomahawk St, Baldwin Pl. Info, Christine Dodge: 845.494.8118. PutnamYoga.com. Beginner Tai Chi & Qigong Class – 10am. Improve one’s balance and overall health. The dance like movements develop coordination and sharpen short term memory. In Balance Tai Chi, 2505 Carmel Ave, Rte 6, Brewster. Call to schedule classes: 845.803.1992. InBalanceTaiChi.com. Pilates Tower Class – 10:30am. Fun and energizing pilates workout in beautiful, fully equipped studio. Small class sizes. $35. Rhinebeck Pilates, 6400 Montgomery St. 845.876.5686. RhinebeckPilates.com. Healing Dance Circle – 11am-12:30pm. Share and connect in a community of compassion, then move through an intuitively guided healing dance practice. $25 class. $115 five-classes. White Lotus Grace: Spiritual Healing Arts & Dance, South Rd. 845.677.3517. WhiteLotusGrace.com. Zumba Gold – 11:30am. Designed for active adults over 55. First class free. StepWISEnow Balance Fitness, 325 S Highland Ave, Ste 109, Briarcliff Manor. Visit: Stepwisenow.com. BodyCode Group Class – 12noon-1pm. Maximum 8 per class. Created by a Gyrotonic Master Trainer, Italian system focusing on deep abdominal strength. Preregister to guarantee space, $25. Gyrotonic Millbrook, 34 Front St, Millbrook. Info: 846.417.3659. Gyrotonicmillbrook.com. Mediation for Anxiety at Hudson Valley Healing Center – 5:30-6:15pm. Learn more about meditation and mindfulness. Drop-in or class card. Hudson Valley Healing Center. Poughkeepsie. 845.849.0838. HudsonValleyHealingCenter.com. 3X3Fit All Level Workout (New) – 6-7pm. With Kat. Safe way to do weight-bearing exercise for increased muscle tone and bone strength. Exclusively at Balance. Five per class. $14. Balance Wellness Studio, 1851 E Main, Rte 6, Mohegan Lake. 914.374.1471. BalanceOn6.com. Beginner & Advance Shaolin Kung Fu Class – 7pm. An excellent exercise regime and self-defense system. The powerful movements develop coordination and promote external strength. In Balance Tai Chi, 2505 Carmel Ave, Rte 6, Brewster. Call to schedule classes: 845.803.1992. InBalanceTaiChi.com. Restorative Yoga with Guided Meditation – 7:308:45pm. With Kat. Calm the mind and restore the body’s balance in this 75-min class. $15. Balance Wellness Studio, 1851 E Main, Rte 6, Mohegan Lake. Preregister: 914.374.1471. BalanceOn6.com.

friday Pilates Tower and Reformer Classes – 7:3010:30am. Fully equipped pilates studio. $3540. Rhinebeck Pilates, 6400 Montgomery St. 845.876.5686. RhinebeckPilates.com.

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Super Gentle Chair Yoga, Kripalu-based YogaShine – 9:20-10:20am. With Vitalah Simon. Gentle and calming, strengthening and invigorating, attuned to people with a variety of special needs, multi-level and individual attention. Beginners welcome. First class free. 7-11 Legion Dr, Valhalla. 914.769.8745. YogaShine.com. Putnam Yoga Level 1 to Level 2 Classes: With Modifications – 9:30am. Incorporates power yoga poses and techniques for strength training and improvements in breathing, posture and mobility. 30 Tomahawk St, Baldwin Pl. Info, Christine Dodge: 845.494.8118. PutnamYoga.com. Powerful Flow Yoga – 9:30-10:45am. With Cara. A strong vinyasa class with sun salutations, inversions and arm balances in a heated studio. $20 drop-in. 3535 Crompond Rd, Cortlandt Manor. 914.582.8925. ElevateYogaStudios.com. Beginner Tai Chi for Balance – 10:15am. Graceful movements to improve strength, flexibility, balance and stamina for increased stability and confidence. First class free. StepWISEnow Balance Fitness, 325 S Highland Ave, Ste 109, Briarcliff Manor. Visit: Stepwisenow.com. Gentle Yoga for Wellness – 11am-12:15pm. With Ann Casapini. Yoga using chairs, props, deep relaxation/meditation to build stability, strength and flexibility. Gentle level. $18 drop-in. Eastchester. Ann: 917.882.0921. TheTemperanceCenter.com. A Matter of Balance: Managing Concerns about Falls – 1-3pm. Award-winning 8 session program held monthly twice a week. First class free. StepWISEnow Balance Fitness, 325 S Highland Ave, Ste 109, Briarcliff Manor. Visit: Stepwisenow.com. Guided Meditation & Inspiration of the Week – 6:30-8pm. Variety of healing movement, meditation and intuitive practices, creations, themes and combinations. $25 class. $115 five-classes. White Lotus Grace: Spiritual Healing Arts & Dance, South Rd. 845.677.3517. WhiteLotusGrace.com. Y12SR (Yoga of 12 Step Recovery) –7-8:30pm. With Angela. A groundbreaking relapse prevention program, Y12SR class combines sharing in a safe, anonymous environment with gentle yoga and mindfulness. By donation, walk-ins ok. Balance Wellness Studio, 1851 E Main, Rte 6, Mohegan Lake. 914.374.1471. BalanceOn6.com. Beginner Tai Chi & Qigong Class – 7pm. Improve one’s balance and overall health. The dance like movements develop coordination and sharpen short term memory. In Balance Tai Chi, 2505 Carmel Ave, Rte 6, Brewster. Call to schedule classes: 845.803.1992. InBalanceTaiChi.com.

saturday Yoga Teachers Association Workshops – 2nd Sat. Open to teachers and students, members and nonmembers. The Yoga Studio, Club Fit, Briarcliff Manor. Info: ytayoga.com. Peekskill Farmers Market – 8am-2pm. Year-round market offering fresh food and family fun. “Market Stage Live,” features live music, author readings, and demos with fitness and health practitioners. FMNP and SNAP accepted. Rain or Shine. Free parking. Bank St, between Park and Main. Info: peekskillfarmersmarket.com.

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All Level Flow – 9:30-10:45am. With Katy. Vinyasa style class to suit the needs of the individual. Modifications are offered to accommodate beginners, intermediate or more advanced practitioners. $20 drop-in. 3535 Crompond Rd, Cortlandt Manor. 914.582.8925. ElevateYogaStudios.com.

Beginners Kundalini Yoga & Meditation – 9-10:30am. With Hardev Kaur. No experience necessary. Golden Prana Yoga, 223 Katonah Ave, Katonah. 914.232.3473. Preregistration required/ more info: GoldenPrana.Yoga.

Mindful Restorative Yoga – 11am-12:15pm. With Reyna. Movement through breath, props, self assists to release, calm and restore. Gentle level. $18 drop-in. The Temperance Center, 453 White Plains Rd, Ste 203, Eastchester. 914.793.2600. TheTemperanceCenter.com.

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planet watch

In numerology, 2019 is a universal “3” year. ignites power struggles and grievances; provide a harbor to escalate healing. Work to understand the demon rather than be driven by it, and insight unfolds with the July 16 lunar eclipse. Enthusiasm for endeavors swells in mid-August. The autumn equinox recharges vitality to push goals through the last quarter. Attention must be paid to wounds and sorrows in October; denial is not an antidote. November begins with excitement, but don’t lose awareness of what’s ahead and behind. The winter solstice sets the tone for continual transformation and realignment into 2020.

Fly Forward in 2019 Astrology with Pam Cucinell

ars in Aries on The lunar eclipse The Chinese New Year of the Earth Pig New Year’s Day supermoon on begins on February 5. The kicks off a year of action. Expect increased MLK Day enables Pig reminds us to value family and loved ones and awareness of the impact avenues for bril- take pleasure in life. The of decisions. Once Uranus liant expression February 19 supermoon turns direct in early January, blockades start to erode. Opof humanity; in- encourages the integration of spiritual goals into daily timism explodes as Jupiter spiration is for the routine. in Sagittarius encourages Uranus plows back risks and exploration. Saturn taking. into Taurus on the March in Capricorn demands ac6 new moon; we are now in the long haul countability and provides the counterbalof financial change. Options abound at ance to exuberant speculation. Rock-solid the full moon spring equinox, when the commitments reap rewards in time. In numerology, 2019 is a universal “3” best choice is to continue a conversation. Distractions and tangents in April lead to year. Harmony, tolerance and illumination eventual focus and direction. Consider new soften stark divisions. Creativity and the perspectives for what doesn’t work in May; arts promote connections to allow enrichmake time for quiet. High hopes hit bumps ment and fertile exchange. in June. If they don’t have solid founda When coupled with loving intentions, evaluate what matters and establish tions, the January 5 solar eclipse ramps up security. abundance. The lunar eclipse supermoon This summer solstice teases out a on MLK Day enables avenues for brilliant message, whether in your heart or shouted expression of humanity; inspiration is for from a rooftop. The July 2 solar eclipse the taking. 68

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Stellar Events

Jupiter in Sagittarius moves to Capricorn

Jupiter symbolizes expansion. Through December 2 in Sagittarius, its natural sign, Jupiter promotes optimism and values wisdom, risks and justice. Temper courage with knowledge. Once Jupiter moves into Capricorn, certain parties are over. Reckoning is due for those who do not operate with integrity. Through most of 2019, Jupiter and Saturn are in their natural signs, Sagittarius and Capricorn respectively. Jupiter is associated with expansiveness, generosity, knowledge and, at times, a cavalier approach to a quest. Saturn symbolizes boundaries, structures, limits and fear. Both these planets are associated with the father/authority archetype. Jupiter thrusts the child out into the world to experience with their innate resources. Saturn ensures that preparation and caution are instilled before any step is taken. In 2019, a quest for power ensues.

Uranus rebounds into Taurus

Once Uranus returns to Taurus on March 6, we begin the seven-year shift of global financial changes. Uranus symbolizes revolution and freedom. The trends toward sustainability, collaboration and gender

Mercury will be retrograde three times in 2019: March 5-28; July 7-31; and October 31-November 20. equality continue to threaten existing structures. Big institutions fall or reinvent themselves. Each person shapes their orientation to the world.

Retrogrades in 2019

Reassess. Revisit. The ‘Second Time Around.’

When a planet appears to move backward from Earth’s perspective, it emphasizes one’s internal processes rather than a direct path. This is an opportunity to deepen understanding in the areas of life symbolized by the planet. Maximize the value of the “pause”; otherwise it frustrates and even thwarts action. Mercury symbolizes communications and transit as well as humor, social media and news. Geminis, Virgos or those whose business or personal lives depend on electronics will feel the effects of Mercury retrograde. Regardless, messages, directions or appointments go awry. Doublecheck and back up. Mercury will be retrograde three times in 2019: March 5-28; July 7-31; and October 31-November 20. When Jupiter is retrograde, it challenges businesses. Hesitation affects investments, speculation, travel or publishing. Resistance stymies sales and expansion. Legal matters limp along. Avoid a product or business launch during Jupiter retrograde. In the sign of Sagittarius, optimism requires research, credible reasons and viability. The retrograde benefits those willing to follow through with a big dream; it punches holes in unsubstantiated claims. Jupiter will be retrograde April 10-August 11. Pamela Cucinell offers spiritual insight with a practical twist at InsightOasis.com. She provides guidance through one-time or ongoing sessions. For more information, contact her at pamela@insightoasis.com or 917.796.6026. See ad, page 56.

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Natural Living Directory Index Wellness Profiles: 26-42 Directory Listings: 70-94 Healthy Living Glossary: 72-94 Accounting/Tax Services 70 Acupressure 73 Acupuncture 70 Addiction Cessation 73 Akashic Records 73 Alexander Technique 73 Apothecary Practitioner 73 Astrology 73 Aura-Soma Colour Therapy 74 Autoimmune 74 Ayurveda 74 Behavioral Optometry 74 Books 74 Candles 75 CBD 75 Chiropractor 76 Circulation 76 Coaching 77 Coaching - ADD/ADHD 77 Coaching - Life 77 Colonics 77 Craniosacral Therapy 77 Dermatology 77 Digestion 77 Dowser 78 Education 78 Energy Healing 78 Events 78 Environmental Education 79 Exercise Therapy 79 Facials 79 Farm 79 Farmers Market 79 Feng Shui 79 Floatation Therapy 79 Functional Medicine 80 FVF&P 80 Girls Empowerment 80 Graphic Design 80 Green & Natural Building 80 Hair Salon 80 Health/Wellness Consult 80 Healing Center 80 Health Coach 81 Herbal Medicine 81 Holistic Dentist 81 Holistic Health 81 Holistic Health Center 82

Holistic Real Estate 82 Homeopathy 82 Horse & Rider 82 Integrative Medicine 82 Intuitive Healing Dance 83 Juicing Cafe 83 Land Conservation 83 Lyme & Co-Infections 84 Massage & Bodywork 84 Memory Loss/Dementia 85 Naturopathic Doctor 85 Networking 85 Neurofeedback/Biofeedback 86 Nutrition 86 Olive Oil 86 Past-Life Regression 86 Peace Organization 87 Pet Rescue/ Adoption 87 Pharmacies 87 Pilates 87 Podiatry 87 Psychic Readings 88 Psycho-Spiritual Counseling 88 Psychotherapy 88 Real Estate 88 Reflexology 88 Reiki 88 Relationships/Sex/Dating 89 Retreats 89 School 89 Skin & Body Care 89 Sleep Disorder 89 Spa 89 Spiritual Center 90 Spiritual Coach 90 Spirit Guided Coach 90 Spirit Retreat Center 90 Stress Reduction 90 Summer Camp 91 Support Group 91 Thermography 91 TMJ Disorder 91 Vision Therapy Optometric 91 Veterinary Hospital 92 Weight Loss 94 Wellness Center 94 Workshops 94 Yoga 94

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Natural Living Directory Glossary Active Release Techniques (ART): A patented, state of the art soft tissue

system/movement based massage technique that treats problems with muscles, tendons, ligaments, fascia and nerves. Headaches, back pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, shin splints, shoulder pain, sciatica, plantar fasciitis, knee problems, and tennis elbow are just a few of the many conditions that can be resolved quickly and permanently with ART. These conditions all have one important thing in common: they are often a result of overused muscles.

Acupuncture: An ancient Oriental

technique that stimulates the body’s ability to sustain and balance itself, based on the theory that an electromagnetic life-force (qi or chi, pronounced “chee”) is channeled in a continuous flow throughout the body via a network of ‘meridians.’ Disease is understood as an imbalance in the meridian system. Diagnosis of an imbalance is made by “reading” the pulse, face, tongue and body energy. To correct it, a practitioner inserts acupuncture needles at specific points along the meridians to stimulate or disperse the flow of life force. Acupuncture principles include the yin and yang polarities and the associations of the five elements of fire, earth, metal, water and wood with bodily organs.

Alexander Technique: A system of

re-educating the body and mind to support and facilitate proper posture and ease of movement. Through gentle manual guidance, accompanied by verbal directions, the Alexander

teacher coaches the student to become aware of unnecessary tension and to unlearn longstanding patterns of movement. The Alexander Technique is an established method for helping to improve chronic conditions such as back, shoulder or neck pain, nervous tension, poor coordination, breathing problems and vocal strain. Athletes and performing artists frequently use it to improve performance level.

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Anusara (Yoga): Anusara means, “Go

Ashtanga (Yoga): A physically demand-

with the flow,” and blends spirituality with inner/outer alignment and balanced energetic actions. Developed by John Friend in 1997, this style urges students to think of poses as artistic expressions of the heart. Individual abilities and limitations are deeply respected and honored, so Anusara yoga can be helpful for everyone and is good for beginners.

Apothecary Practitioner: Once an

archaic term for a person who made and sold medicine, the term is used today to refer to specialists in a range of modalities—including spiritual practices, herbal remedies and energy and vibrational medicine—that facilitate natural healing and support spiritual growth.

Aromatherapy: An ancient healing art

that uses the essential oils of herbs and flowers to treat emotional disorders such as stress and anxiety and a wide range of other ailments. Oils are massaged into the skin, inhaled or added to a water bath. Often used in conjunction with massage therapy, acupuncture, reflexology, herbology and chiropractic or other holistic treatments.

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Uses the creative process of making art to improve and enhance physical, mental and emotional well-being and to deepen self-awareness. The therapist makes a diagnosis and determines treatment plans by encouraging a client to express his or her feelings and unconscious thoughts through the nonverbal creative process and by observing the forms and content created.

ing style that is light on meditation, Ashtanga yoga employs a fast-paced series of flowing poses to build strength, flexibility and stamina. Developed by Indian yoga master Sri K. Pattabhi Jois, Ashtanga’s progressively difficult postures are synchronized with a loud breath (called Ujyaii breath in Sanskrit) and are designed to produce intense internal heat and purifying sweat in order to detoxify muscles and organs. The room is usually heated to warm muscles and increase flexibility. Preferred by many athletes, this style is too intense and demanding for most beginners.

Astrology: A system of traditions and

beliefs that holds that the relative positions of celestial bodies either directly influence life on Earth or correspond to events experienced on a human scale. Modern astrologers define astrology as a symbolic language, art form and type of divination that can provide information about personality and human affairs, aid in the interpretation of past and present events, and predict the future.

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ACUPRESSURE JIN SHIN DO® BODYMIND

WILLOW WISP WELLNESS

ACUPRESSURE® GAIL KELLSTROM, MFA, LMT, AOBTA Katonah, NY 914.232.5754; jinshindony.com Powerful relaxation techniques reduces stress, eases neck/ shoulder/back tension and headaches. Balance, replenish, body, mind and spirit with “The Way of the Compassionate Spirit.” Gentle yet deep Asian Bodywork thousands of years old. In practice 35 years. C.E.U. classes.

ADDICTION CESSATION QUIT WITH QUINN

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AKASHIC RECORDS KIA ABILAY

via Hawaii to Uptown Kingston kia@rainbowheart.net rainbowheart.net 808.927.4024 Schedule a session in-person, zoom or phone. Learn how to read the Akashic Records and become a Certified Practitioner through the Pathway Prayer Process©… A method for receiving insights for our soul’s journey. Kia is an Energy Intuitive & Wedding Officiant.

Lauren Awerdick, LMT Ossining & Tarrytown offices. On-Site & In-Home 914.534.1294; WillowWispWellness.org

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CLAUDIA WALD

Serving Southern Westchester 914.202.7498; waldsing@gmail.com AlexanderTechniqueBronxville.com Change harmful postural habits that may cause stress and fatigue into healthy, easeful ways of moving through everyday activities. Alexander Technique, a naturally easeful way to live. Offices: Bronxville, Rye and White Plains, NY

ATAWestchester.com Teaching locations throughout Westchester & Putnam

A group of Nationally Certified Teachers of the Alexander Technique with private practices in Westchester and Putnam County. ATA Westchester also does community outreach offering lectures, education sessions, corporate workshops and group classes.

ASTROLOGY ASTROLOGY INSIGHT

Pamela Cucinell NCGR PAA Phone, Online & In-person 917.796.6026; InsightOasis.com Why leave your business to chance? Perfect timing ensures follow-through and success. When you know the projected outcome it becomes easier to prioritize your day and choose the right partners. Westchester, NYC, Skype and phone. See ad pg 56.

EVE SILVER ALEXANDER TECHNIQUE TEACHER, M.AmSAT evesilverAT.com; 914.921.2400 Offices in Rye & Katonah NY

Alexander Technique lessons are a long tern solution to pain, stress, problematic postural habits and lack of ease. The technique will teach you practical skills that improves the integrity of your whole body and how this plays a role in every activity of life.

COLIN MCPHILLAMY

Astrology & Tarot Skype and in-person 213 840 1187 mcphillamytarot.com Choice lives between pre-destiny and free will. Know your stars, control your life. A reading designed to encourage, support and empower. Call now.

KARLA BOOTH DIAMOND, MAMSAT 153 Main St, Suite J Mount Kisco, NY 10549 914.649.9565 Awareness-in-Action.com

The Alexander Technique is a practical educational method for un-learning habits of tension that may be causing you stress, pain compression of the spine and joints. Learn to move with ease.

ALEXANDER TECHNIQUE THE ALEXANDER TECHNIQUE ASSOCIATION OF WESTCHESTER & PUTNAM

Willow Wisp Wellness is an expanding private practice that provides consciously crafted therapeutic and integrative massage and energy work sessions that support your body’s innate healing process. All sessions are by appointment only. Check website for more info and events.

MELT METHOD AND THE ALEXANDER TECHNIQUE

Joy Jacobson, MAmSAT Mamaroneck, NY 914.200.3732; JoyJacobson.com

JENNI STONE

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The Alexander Technique and the MELT Method are two simple self-care techniques that help to eliminate chronic pain, decrease stress, bring your body into better balance, and reduce the negative effects of aging. Individual and group classes taught.

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Combination of Ayurveda and Naturopathy is used to create a unique treatment plan to regain and maintain health. Based on one’s particular body constitution (dosha), a plan may includesupplements, diet/nutrition suggestions, lifestyle management, detoxification, hydrotherapy, 0zone therapy, Panchakarma. Clinic days: M,T,W. See ad pg 33.

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AUTOIMMUNE ZEN GARDEN HEALTH COACHING & YOGA

Edit Babboni; CHC, RYT 200 61 Lakeview Dr., Yorktown Heights, NY 917.721.2529, yoga.zengarden@gmail.com

BEHAVIORAL OPTOMETRY SAMANTHA SLOTNICK, OD, FAAO,FCOVD

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Tired and Frustrated? In constant pain? Exhausted and Exhausted all possibilities? It’s time to try something new, something that works. Edit Babboni is a certified health coach and has cured her own autoimmune disease that no doctor was able to. She can help do the same for you. She offers health coaching, reiki energy healing, private yoga sessions. Call for your free one on one consultation. See ad pg 27.

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BOOKS AYURVEDA CLAUDIA GUKEISEN, MA, CAHC

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The Center for Health and Healing 4 Smith Avenue, Mt. Kisco, NY 914.673.3313; center4healing.com Izlind Integrative Wellness Center 6369 Mill Street, suite 101 Rhinebeck, NY; izlind.com

Balance your daily and seasonal health challenges using the principles of Ayurveda. Learn how food, routines, environment and beliefs affect your health and receive a custom tailored program for your unique circumstances.

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Ayurveda: The oldest medical system

known to man and a comprehensive spiritual teaching practiced in India for 4,000 years. It focuses on achieving and maintaining perfect health via the balance of the elements air, fire and water (illness is considered an excess of any element). A patient’s body type, determined according to Ayurveda principles, is the basis for individualized dietary regimens and other preventive therapeutic interventions. Ayurveda prescriptions might include purification procedures for the restoration of biological rhythms; experience of expanded consciousness through meditation; nutritional counseling; stress reduction; enhancing neuromuscular conditions; and behavioral modification.

Ayurvedic massage: One part of

Pancha Karma, a traditional detoxification and rejuvenation program of India, in which the entire body is vigorously massaged with large amounts of warm oil and herbs to remove toxins. With the client’s permission, oil is also poured into the ears, between the eyebrows and applied to specific chakras, or body energy centers, in techniques known respectively as karna purana, shirodhara and marma chikitsa. These treatments, which have been modified to meet the needs of the West, powerfully affect the mind and nervous system—calming, balancing and bringing a heightened sense of awareness and deep inner peace. Ayurvedic massage techniques are grounded on a thorough understanding of the primordial energies of the Five Elements—ether, air, fire, water and earth—and of the three basic types of energies, or constitutions, that are present in everyone and everything—vata, pitta and kapha. A knowledgeable therapist selects and customizes various ayurvedic massage techniques by selecting the rate and pressure of massage strokes and the proper oils and herbs to use in order to maximize the benefits for each client.

Bee Venom Therapy (BVT): The

therapeutic application of honeybee venom, through live bee stings, to bring relief and healing for various spinal, neural, joint or musculoskeletal ailments.

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Bikram (Yoga): A strenuous style, de-

signed to make students sweat, taught in rooms heated to a minimum of 105º Fahrenheit, with about 40 percent humidity. The superheated rooms facilitate stretching and allow the body to release toxins through perspiration. Former national India yoga champion Bikram Choudhury developed the style, whose 26 demanding poses are performed in a specific order, to promote optimal health and proper function of every bodily system. Bikram yoga is a good choice for highly fit individuals and seasoned students seeking a challenge.

Bioenergetics: A psychotherapy that

works through the body to engage the emotions. Performing specified postures and exercises causes the release of layers of chronic muscular tension and defensiveness, termed “body armor.” The unlocking of feelings creates the opportunity for understanding and integrating them.

Biofeedback: A relaxation technique

that monitors internal body states and is used especially for stress-related conditions such as asthma, migraines, insomnia and high blood pressure. During biofeedback, patients monitor minute metabolic changes (e.g., temperature, heart rate and muscle tension), with the aid of sensitive machines. By consciously thinking, visualizing, moving, relaxing, etc., they learn which activities produce desirable changes in the internal processes being monitored.

Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement (BHRT): The treatment

of the symptoms of menopause (and its male equivalent, andropause) through the use of hormones that have the same chemical structure as those naturally produced by the body. Many compounding pharmacies have staff trained in Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT), which is thought by its proponents to have fewer risks and side effects than traditional methods of hormone replacement.

Birth Networks: Birth Networks all

over the world are promoting, supporting and protecting mother-friendly births. By making informed choices and having confidence in the process, families can experience safe and satisfying childbirth.

BodyTalk: Developed by chiropractor/

acupuncturist Dr. John Veltheim, BodyTalk is based upon bio-energetic psychology, dynamic systems theory, Chinese medicine and applied kinesiology. By integrating a series of tapping, breathing and focusing techniques, BodyTalk helps the body synchronize and balance its systems and strengthens the body’s innate knowledge of self-repair. BodyTalk is used to address a range of health challenges, including fibromyalgia, infections, parasites, chronic fatigue, allergies, addictions and cellular damage. Practitioners are usually licensed massage therapists (LMT) or bodyworkers.

Bodywork: Massage and the physical

practices of yoga are perhaps the best-known types of bodywork; both have proven successful in relieving tension and stress, promoting blood flow, loosening stiff muscles and stimulating the organs. Massage therapies encompass countless techniques, including Swedish massage, shiatsu and Rolfing. The same is true for yoga. Other types of bodywork include martial arts practices like aikido, ki aikido and Tai chi chuan. Some others are the Alexander technique, Aston patterning, Bowen, Breema bodywork, Feldenkrais method, Hellerwork, polarity therapy, Rosen method, Rubenfeld synergy and Trager. Finding bodywork that improves mental and physical health is a highly individual process. Several types may be combined for the greatest benefit.

Bowen Therapy:

A holistic remedial body technique that works on the soft connective tissue (fascia) of the body. Bowen therapy can be used to treat musculoskeletal or related neurological problems including acute sports injuries and chronic or organic conditions. It is gentle and relaxing and does not use forceful manipulation.

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Open 7 days a week. We are always trying to keep our customers satisfied with our products and in this case we will be maintaining your body’s equilibrium as well! Our CBD products are only available in store only so come on by and learn how you can treat many illnesses that root from inflammation! See ad pg 3.

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CHIROPRACTIC DR. LEIGH DAMKOHLER, CCSP, LMT 8 Bacon Place, Yonkers, NY 10710 914.523.7947 Chiropractor-WestchesterNY.com

PERSONALIZED treatments designed for YOU by Westchester’s only dually licensed practicing Sports Chiropractor and Massage Therapist. Receive a unique combination of muscle work and adjustments not provided elsewhere. Dr. Leigh can help you move and feel better. Get back to the life you love!

DR. JODI KENNEDY DC, PAK

Integrity Chiropractic 11 Miller Rd Mahopac, NY 10541 845.628.7233; IntegrityChiropractic.net Do you struggle with chronic pain and don’t know where to turn for help? Experience the relief from a total-body approach to wellness. Call today for your free consult and enjoy doing the things you love again. See ad pg 39.

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Dr. Gertner himself suffered with back pain due to an injury. With upper cervical chiropractic treatments, his body began to “heal itself” and the relentless pain that had plagued him quickly left his body. This inspired him to become one of only 5 NUCCA chiropractors in New York, and less than 200 worldwide, currently. He experienced amazing results and he knows you will too. See ad pg 95.

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Proper blood flow is vital for life. BEMER therapy is used for wellbeing. Enhance blood-flow, circulation, cardiac function, physical endurance, energy, concentration, mental acuity, stress reduction and relaxation. Only 16 minutes a day to enhance your physical wellbeing. Sessions Available. CALL For Free Demo.

Chelation Therapy: A safe, painless,

nonsurgical medical procedure that improves metabolic and circulatory function by removing undesirable heavy metals such as lead, mercury, cadmium and copper from the body. A series of intravenous injections of the synthetic amino acid EDTA are administered, usually in an osteopathic or medical doctor’s office. The EDTA blocks excess free radical production, protecting tissues and organs from further damage. Over time, injections may halt the progress of the underlying condition that triggers the development of various degenerative conditions such as diabetes, arthritis, Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s diseases, and cancer. More recently, chelation therapy also has been used to reverse symptoms of atherosclerosis or arteriosclerosis (hardening of the arteries) by removing obstructive plaque built up in the circulatory system.

Childbirth Preparation: Childbirth

classes for expectant families help them be better prepared for natural childbirth, breastfeeding and parenting. �� They cover relaxation techniques, exercise, nutrition, anatomy, stages of the birthing process, birth positions, postpartum recovery, caring for and feeding the newborn, and consumer issues. Childbirth educators are certified by one or more organizations, having studied that organization’s specific birthing philosophy. Some focus on relaxation and pain-coping techniques. Some encourage women to recognize and use their innate abilities and intuition to birth. Hypnosis for childbirth is a method of childbirth preparation that uses hypnotic techniques, imagery and positive affirmations to create a calm, comfortable birth experience.

Chinese Medicine: Traditional Chinese

Medicine (TCM) is one of the world’s oldest and most complete systems of holistic health care. It combines the use of medicinal herbs, acupuncture, food therapy, massage and therapeutic exercise, along with the recognition that wellness in mind, body and emotions depends on the harmonious flow of life-force energy (qi or chi, pronounced “chee”).

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Chiropractic: Based on the premise that

proper structural alignment permits free flow of nerve activity in the body. When spinal vertebrae are out of alignment, they put pressure on the spinal cord and the nerves radiating from it, potentially leading to diminished function and illness. Misalignment can be caused by physical trauma, poor posture and stress. The chiropractor seeks to analyze and correct these misalignments through spinal manipulation or adjustment.

Coach (Life): A professional who helps

clients identify their personal and/or professional goals and design a plan or institute techniques for achieving them. The life coach works with clients to recognize and overcome any obstacles that may interfere with achievement of those goals.

Colon therapy: An internal bath that

washes away old toxic waste accumulated along the walls of the colon. It is administered with pressurized water by professional using special equipment. A colonic irrigation is the equivalent of approximately four to six enemas and cleans out matter that collects in the pockets and kinks of the colon. The treatment is used as both a corrective process and for prevention of disease. Colonics are used for ailments such as constipation, psoriasis, acne, allergies, headaches and the common cold.

Conscious Living: As we become

increasingly aware of the interdependence of humans, animals and the planet, progressive businesses are concerning themselves with far more than the bottom line. They know that today’s consumers are willing to invest in what they believe in, from fair-trade goods to animalfriendly and environmentally sound products and services.

Counseling / Psychotherapy: These

terms encompass a broad range of practitioners, from career counselors, who offer advice and information, to psychotherapists, who treat depression, stress, addiction and emotional issues. Formats can vary from individual counseling to group therapy. In addition to verbal counseling techniques, some holistic therapists may use bodywork, ritual, energy healing and other alternative modalities as part of their practice.

Craniosacral Therapy (CST): A

manual therapeutic procedure to remedy distortions in the structure and function of the craniosacral mechanism—the brain and spinal cord, the bones of the skull, the sacrum and interconnected membranes. Craniosacral work is based upon two major premises: that the bones of the skull can be manipulated, because they never completely fuse; and that the pulse of the cerebrospinal fluid can be balanced by a practitioner trained to detect variations in that pulse. CST is used to treat chronic pain, migraine headaches, temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ), ear and eye problems, balance problems, learning difficulties, dyslexia and hyperactivity.

Dance / Movement Therapy: A

method of expressing thoughts and feelings through movement, developed during the 1940s. Participants, guided by trained therapists, are encouraged to move freely, sometimes to music. Dance/movement therapy can be practiced by people of all ages to promote selfesteem and gain insight into their own emotional problems, but is also used to help those with serious mental and physical disabilities. In wide use in the United States, this modality is becoming established around the world.

Decluttering: Based on the theory that

clutter drains both physical and mental energy. Decluttering involves two components. The first focuses on releasing things (clothing, papers, furniture, objects and ideas) that no longer serve a good purpose in one’s life. The second focuses on creating a simple system of personal organization that is easy to maintain and guards against accumulating things that are neither necessary nor nourishing.

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Learn strategies that work with the way YOU think. ADD/ADHD or executive functioning challenges can affect every aspect of your life. Maximize your strengths and become more productive. First-hand understanding and compassion. Live the life you love!

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Decompression Therapy is a nonsur-

gical means of relieving pain to the lower back and neck and is often referred to as spinal decompression therapy. Decompression therapy is a spinal disc rehabilitation program that slowly and gently stretches the area of the spine while decompressing the discs.

COLONICS COLONICS

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CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY GET THE HEALTH YOU WANT!

Elizabeth Pasquale, LMT, CST, Director White Plains & Ossining offices 914.762.4693; WellOnTheWay.Com Curious about energy medicine? Know there is something to it, from all you’ve read and heard? Are you tingling with excitement right now, knowing you’re about to experience something life changing? Free get-acquainted phone call! See ad pg 36.

JOY MATALON LMT, CST

Practitioner: The Center for Health + Healing 4 Smith Ave 2nd Fl; Mount Kisco, NY 914.519.8138; jmatalon@optonline.net Center4healing.net Craniosacral therapy with Somato Emotional Release allows chronic physical, emotional and spiritual issues to be intimately explored, bringing relief from pain and activating a healing process which continues after the session is over.

DERMATOLOGY ALAN M DATTNER, MD

Integrative Medicine and Dermatology 17 Rodman Oval, New Rochelle, NY 914.637.0908; HolisticDermatology.com We clear your Skin naturally, by correcting the underlying digestive and inflammatory issues using nutrition, supplements, and energetic techniques, for diagnosis and treatment. Caring Board Certified Dermatologist and World pioneer in Holistic Dermatology.

DIGESTION NUTRITION KEY

Angela T. Russo, MS, CNS, Nutritionist Harrison, NY, Westchester, Dutchess 914.888.6785; nutritionkey.com Certified GAPS Practitioner. I tackle chronic digestive issues by addressing the root cause. Even the most desperate patients with the toughest cases found improved health with my customized treatment plans. Get relief from pain, gas, diarrhea, constipation, bloat, inflammation, food allergies/sensitivities.

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DOWSER JEANIE PASQUALE PROFESSIONAL DOWSER Dowsing@househarmony.org 845.709.5245 HouseHarmony.org

BERNADETTE BLOOM

Energy Medicine Practioner, Medical Intuititive, Physical Therapist 46 Bedford Road, Katonah NY 239.289.3744; theesotericbloom.com Are you sick and tired of being sick and tired? Are you exhausted from pain, stress or PTSD? Balance your body’s energies for optimal physical health and emotional well-being with Esoteric Healing, a high vibrational technique from Tibet. See ad pg 51.

Energy is everything! Are you experiencing unexplained health issues, sleeplessness, trouble selling your home or attracting business? The problem may be disturbed energy. Call to learn how dowsing can help.

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Green Meadow Waldorf School offers birth-tothree programs, a Forest Preschool, public AfterSchool Classes, Summer Programs, and serves children from Nursery through 12th grade. Our students go on to top colleges, fulfilling careers, and are known for resilience and creativity.

ENERGY HEALING TINA AURORA CPC REIKI MASTER Energy Healing & Coaching Cortlandt Manor, NY 914.473.1032; tinaaurora.com

During Tina’s healing sessions, she channels divine healing energy, promoting profound positive changes in the body, mind and spirit. Tina’s coaching style allows her clients to rewrite the script of negative thoughts to create the lives they dream for themselves.

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Complementary energy therapy. Heals illness and enhances wellness, physically, emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. Balances the chakras to allow for self healing and wholeness. May be learned as a self-care practice. Call for a session today.

PAMELA YAGER, OLHT

Intuitive Energy Medicine Facilitator & Spiritual Nurturer Somers, NY 914.277.5998 Pamela assesses clients’ energetic fields, clears blockages, then channels restorative, loving divine energy to rebalance their systems. Beneficial for a range of physical and emotional conditions including decreasing pain and anxiety and strengthening the immune system. Inperson and distant sessions available.

Deep Tissue Work: A technique of

stretching and moving the connective tissue that envelops the muscles (fascia) in order to lengthen and balance the body along its natural, vertical axis. Distortions of the connective tissue may be caused by internal reactions and compensations due to accidents, emotional tension or past-unreleased traumas. Deep tissue massage works to detoxify tissue by helping to remove accumulated lactic acid and other waste products from the muscles. The therapy is used to ease or eliminate chronic muscular pain, help with injury rehabilitation and reduce inflammatory pain caused by ailments such as arthritis and tendonitis.

Dentistry (Holistic): Regards the mouth as a microcosm of the entire body. The oral structures and the whole body are seen as a unit. Holistic dentistry often incorporates such methods as homeopathy, biocompatibility testing and nutritional counseling. Most holistic dentists emphasize wellness and preventive care, while avoiding (and often recommending the removal of silver-mercury fillings.

Detoxification: The practice of resting,

cleansing and nourishing the body from the inside out. According to some holistic practitioners, accumulated toxins can drain the body of energy and make it more susceptible to disease. Detoxification techniques may include fasts, special diets, sauna sweats, body wrapping, ionized foot baths and colon cleansing.

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Dowsing: A type of divination originally

intended to locate ground water, minerals or other underground objects, through the use of a forked stick or “divining rod.” Modern advocates, who may or may not use a divining rod,

believe that dowsing also can be used for much broader purposes. Those may include finding missing persons or lost objects, spiritual or distance healing, or gaining insight into money or relationship issues.

Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT): A self-help procedure founded by

Gary Craig that combines fingertip tapping of key acupuncture meridian points while focusing on an emotional issue or health challenge. Unresolved, or ‘stuck,’ negative emotions, caused by a disruption in the body’s energy system, are seen as major contributors to most physical pains and diseases. These can remain stagnant and trapped until released by the tapping. EFT is easy to memorize and portable, so it can be done anywhere.

Energy Field Work: The art and

practice of realigning and re-attuning the body between the physical and the etheric and auric fields to assist in natural healing processes. Working directly with the energy field in and around the body, the practitioner channels and directs energy into the cells, tissues and organs of the patient’s body to effect healing on physical and nonphysical levels simultaneously. Sessions may or may not involve the physical laying on of hands.

Energy Healing: The art and practice of

realigning and re-attuning the body between the physical and the etheric and auric fields to assist in natural healing processes. Working directly with the energy field in and around the body, the practitioner is thought to channel and direct energy into the cells, tissues and organs of the patient’s body to effect healing on physical and nonphysical levels simultaneously. Sessions may or may not involve the physical laying on of hands.

Environmental Medicine: Explores

the role of dietary and environmental allergens in health and illness. Factors such as dust, mold, chemicals and certain foods may cause allergic reactions that can dramatically influence diseases, ranging from asthma and hay fever to headaches and depression.

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Feldenkrais® Method: Helps students straighten out what founder Moshe Feldenkrais calls, “kinks in the brain.” Kinks are learned movement patterns that no longer serve a constructive purpose. They may have been adopted to compensate for a physical injury or to accommodate individuality in the social world. Students unlearn unworkable movements and discover better, personalized ways to move, using mind-body principles of slowed action, breathing, awareness and thinking about their feelings.

Feldenkrais takes two forms: In individual hands-on sessions (Functional Integration), the practitioner’s touch is used to address the student’s breathing and body alignment. In a series of classes of slow, non-aerobic motion (Awareness Through Movement), students “relearn” improved ways their bodies can move.

Feng Shui: The ancient Chinese system

of arranging manmade spaces and elements to create or facilitate harmonious qi or chi (pronounced “chee”), or energy flow, by tempering or enhancing the energy where necessary. Feng Shui consultants can be an asset to both personal and business spaces, either before or after the spaces are created.

Flower Remedies: Flower essences

are recognized for their ability to improve well-being by eliminating negative emotions. In the 1930s, English physician Edward Bach concluded that negative emotions could lead to physical illness. His research also convinced him that flowers possessed healing properties that could be used to treat emotional problems. In the 1970s, Richard Katz completed Bach’s work and established the Flower Essence Society, which has registered some 100 essences from flowers in more than 50 countries.

Functional Medicine: A personalized

medicine that focuses on primary prevention and deals with underlying causes, instead of symptoms, for serious chronic diseases. Treatments are grounded in nutrition and improved lifestyle habits and may make use of medications. The discipline uses a holistic approach to analyze and treat interdependent systems of the body and to create the dynamic balance integral to good health.

Guided Imagery & Creative Visualization: Uses positive thoughts,

images and symbols to focus the mind on the workings of the body to accomplish a particular goal, desired outcome or physiological change, such as pain relief or healing of disease. This flow of thought can take many forms and involve, through the imagination, all the physical senses. Imagination is an important element of the visualization process; it helps create a mental picture of what is desired in order to transform life circumstances.

Hatha (Yoga): Hatha yoga is the founda-

tional discipline on which nearly all other styles are based. In Sanskrit, ha represents the sun and tha, the moon—hence, the practice is designed to bring the yin and yang, light and dark, masculine and feminine aspects and polarities into balance. Essentially, Hatha yoga brings all aspects of life together. A class described as hatha will likely include slow-paced stretching, asanas, or postures, that are not too difficult, simple breathing exercises and perhaps, seated meditation. Hatha yoga classes provide a good starting point for beginners, who can learn basic poses and relaxation techniques.

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Licensed Health and Science Educator Health Coach, Yoga Practioner Plant Nutrition for Cancer cert. Carmel, NY 845.674.3533 Vitality and clarity are hallmarks that our brains are in balance and that we’re living our truest life. I healed my glioblastoma brain tumor and other ailments by better understanding how my choices were not in alignment with who I am. I can help you reclaim what’s yours emotionally, physically, and spiritually.

HERBAL MEDICINE LORRAINE HUGHES

Registered Herbalist (AHG) 1129 Main St, 2nd Fl., Fishkill, NY email: lorrainehughes54@gmail.com EmpoweredbyNature.net; 845.416.4598 Lorraine offers Individual Wellness Consultations based on the Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine Paradigm which offers a preventative and individual approach to balanced health. Each “unique” individual protocol will include Chinese, Western, Ayurvedic Herbal remedies and Nutritional planning.

Healing Touch: A non-invasive, relax-

ing and nurturing energy therapy that helps to restore physical, emotional, mental and spiritual balance and support self-healing. A gentle touch is used on or near the fully clothed client to influence the body’s inner energy centers and exterior energy fields. Healing touch is used to ease acute and chronic conditions, assist with pain management, encourage deep relaxation and accelerate wound healing.

Herbal Medicine: This oldest form of

medicine uses natural plants in a wide variety of forms for their therapeutic value. Herbs produce and contain various chemical substances that act upon the body to strengthen its natural functions without the negative side effects of synthetic drugs. They may be taken internally or applied externally via teas, tinctures, extracts, oils, ointments, compresses and poultices.

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Holotropic Breathwork: A self-

exploration technique that combines breathing, evocative music and a specific form of bodywork to integrate one’s physical, psychological and spiritual dimensions. At workshops run by facilitators, participants try to access the four “levels” of experience that are available during breathing: sensory, biographical, perinatal and transpersonal. By accessing buried memories, individuals can relive their birth experience or traumatic life events, free up ‘stuck’ emotional viewpoints or experience a mystical state of awareness, such as connecting with the Universe.

Homeopathy: A therapy that uses small

doses of specially prepared plants and minerals to stimulate the body’s defense mechanisms and healing processes in order to cure illness. Homeopathy, taken from the Greek words homeos, meaning “similar,” and pathos, meaning “suffering,” employs the concept that “like cures like.” A remedy is individually chosen for a person based on its capacity to cause, if given in an overdose, physical and psychological symptoms similar to those the patient is experiencing.

Hydrotherapy: The use of water, ice,

steam and hot and cold temperatures to maintain and restore health. Treatments include full-body immersion, steam baths, saunas, sitz baths, colonic irrigation and the application of hot and/or cold compresses. Hydrotherapy is effective for treating a wide range of conditions and can easily be used at home as part of a selfcare program.

Hypnotherapy: A range of hypnosis

techniques that allow practitioners to bypass the conscious mind and access the subconscious. The altered state that occurs under hypnosis has been compared to a state of deep meditation or transcendence, in which the innate recuperative abilities of the psyche are allowed to flow more freely. The subject can achieve greater clarity regarding his or her own wants and needs, explore other events or periods of life that require resolution, or generally develop a more positive attitude. Often used to help people lose weight or stop smoking, it is also used in the treatment of phobias, stress and as an adjunct to the treatment of illnesses.

Integrative Manual Therapy (IMT): A combination of diagnostic and

treatment methodologies that assess and treat pain, dysfunction, disease and disability. Developed by Sharon Giammatteo over 30-pluss years, IMT is intended to address the complex needs of patients. IMT practitioners identify and address the underlying causes of dysfunction using a comprehensive and holistic approach. While IMT diagnostics and treatment modalities are predominately hands-on, IMT also integrates a wide range of diagnostic and treatment technologies, nutritional programs (i.e. natural supplements, diet and herbs), and IMT body-based psychotherapeutic approaches to develop a customized solution for a patient’s needs.

Integrative Medicine: This holistic

approach combines conventional Western medicine with complementary alternative treatments, in order to simultaneously treat mind, body and spirit. Geared to the promotion of health and the prevention of illness, it neither rejects conventional medicine nor accepts alternative therapies, without serious evaluation.

Intuitive Arts: A general term for various

methods of divination, such as numerology, psychic reading, and tarot reading. Individuals may consult practitioners to seek information about the future or insights into personal concerns or their personality. Numerology emphasizes the significance of numbers derived from the spelling of names, birth dates and other significant references; psychics may claim various abilities, from finding lost objects and persons to communicating with the spirits of the dead; tarot readers interpret a deck of cards containing archetypal symbols.

body. More than 90 specific zones on each iris, for a combined total of 180-plus zones, correspond to specific areas of the body. Because body weaknesses are often noticeable in the iris long before they are discernible through blood work or other laboratory analysis, iridology can be a useful tool for preventive self-care.

Iyengar (Yoga): Noted for precise align-

ment and symmetry of postures, the development of balance, and the use of props such as blocks, balls and belts. Based on an exceptional understanding of how the body works, the Iyengar style of yoga was developed by B.K.S. Iyengar. Poses are held longer than usual. Iyengar is a good style for beginners, but can challenge seasoned practitioners, as well.

Jin Shin (or Jin Shin Jyutsu): A

gentle, non-invasive energy-balancing art and philosophy that embodies a life of simplicity, calmness, patience and self-containment. Practitioners employ simple acupressure techniques, using their fingers and hands on a fully clothed client to help eliminate stress, create emotional equilibrium, relieve pain and alleviate acute or chronic conditions.

Kinesiology / Applied Kinesiology: The study of muscles and their movement. Applied kinesiology tests the relative strength and weakness of selected muscles to identify decreased function in body organs and systems, as well as imbalances and restrictions in the body’s energy flow. Some tests use acupuncture meridians and others analyze interrelationships among muscles, organs, the brain and the body’s energy field. Applied kinesiology is also used to check the body’s response to treatments that are being considered.

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Ionic Foot Detox: This machine is a

modern energy therapy device that balances the body’s natural energy system. By introducing a high level of negative ions into the water of a foot bath, the feet, utilizing principles of reflexology and the science of ionization and osmosis, create a positive cellular environment and enable the body’s natural detoxification processes to function at their peak.

Iridology: Analysis of the delicate structure of the iris, the colored portion of the eye, to reveal information about conditions within the

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Therapeutic Massage & Reiki Lisanne Elkins, MA, LMT, RM 153 Main St. Suite B, Mt. Kisco 914.319.4375; balancebodywork.biz Offering therapeutic massage and Reiki for stress- and pain-relief, relaxation and general wellness. Gift certificates available for all modalities, including pre- and postnatal bodywork, aromatherapy and hot stone massage by appointment. Set your intention for healing yourself and those around you.

DONNA COSTA, LMT

Yonkers, NY coyoteqn@gmail.com, 914.907.4485 FB: Donna.Costa.LMT Combining medical and holistic massage modalities I help you reach a state of relaxation and balance. Re-educating the muscles to relax and return to their natural state incorporating energy work and massage. Specializing in sciatica, arthritis, fibromyalgia whiplash, tendinitis anxiety, headaches and chronic pain. Each Massage is tailored to your needs, guiding your body to heal itself naturally.

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Laura Giacovas,LMT, MS Ed., 4th Dan Master Instructor Taekwondo Briarcliff NY 914.941.2400, soulauras.com Our mission is to enhance wellness and quality of life through Therapeutic Massage and Integrated Holistic Healing. We are committed to providing an inspired, nurturing environment from which wellness and harmony can be realized. See ad pg 37.

Kundalini (Yoga): A powerful,

enlightening style that incorporates mantras (chanting), meditation, visualization, breathing and guided relaxation, with precise postures. According to Hindu philosophy, kundalini is a concentrated form of prana, or life force, represented by a coiled, sleeping serpent said to reside at the base of the spine. When breath and movement awaken the serpent (energy), it moves up the spine through each of the seven chakras (energy centers) of the body, bringing energy and bliss. Once a closely guarded secret in India, kundalini yoga was first brought to the West in 1969 and has been known to help with addictions and releasing endorphins in the body. Kundalini will not appeal to everyone and should be practiced under the supervision of an experienced teacher.

Magnetic Field Therapy: Electro-

magnetic energy and the human body have a vital and valid interrelationship, making it possible to use magnetic field therapy as an aid in diagnosing and treating physical and emotional disorders. This process is reported to relieve symptoms and may, in some cases, retard the cycle of new diseases. Magnets and electromagnetic therapy devices are now being used to eliminate pain, facilitate the healing of broken bones and counter the effects of stress.

Meditation: The intentional directing of at-

tention to one’s inner self. Methods and practices to achieve a meditative state are based upon various principles using the body or mind and may employ control or letting-go mechanisms. Techniques include the use of imagery, mantras and observation, and the control of breathing. Research has shown that regular meditation can contribute to psychological and physiological well-being. As a spiritual practice, meditation is used to facilitate a mystical sense of oneness with a higher power or the Universe. It can also help reduce stress and alleviate stress-related ailments, such as anxiety and high blood pressure.

Mediumship: A medium professes to

mentally see, hear and/or sense persons or entities in a spiritual dimension, and convey messages from them to people in the physical world. Readings focus on evidential messages from recognizable personalities in the spirit world. The messages are delivered as guidance for one’s “highest good.”

Manual lymphatic drainage (MLD): A gentle, non-invasive, rhythmical

MELT: The MELT Method is a simple self-

whole-body massage, aimed at stimulating the lymphatic system to carry away excess fluid in the loose connective tissue, which helps remove toxins. Blockage or damage within the system may lead to conditions like edema, acne, inflammation, arthritis and sinusitis. The therapy stimulates one of the body’s natural cleansing systems to help bring tissues to a healthier state.

care technique designed to eliminate chronic pain and decrease accumulated stress caused by the repetitive postures and movements of everyday living. Small balls and soft foam rollers are used to rehydrate the connective tissue system, bringing the body back to a more ideal state by enhancing body awareness, improving balance and performance and reducing the signs of aging.

Martial Arts: Systems of codified

Midwife: A birth attendant who assists a

practices and traditions originally designed primarily for self-defense or combat. Now more often practiced as a sport, the martial arts have a strong emphasis on honor and self-discipline. The best-known martial arts originated in Asia and include aikido, karate, judo and tae kwon do.

Massage Therapy: A general term for

the manipulation of soft tissue for therapeutic purposes. Massage therapy incorporates various 84

disciplines and involves kneading, rubbing, brushing and tapping the muscles and connective tissues by hand or using mechanical devices. Its goal is to increase circulation and detoxification, in order to reduce physical and emotional stress and increase overall wellness.

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woman through the prenatal, labor, birth and postpartum stages of pregnancy. The mother is encouraged to be involved and to feel in control of her birthing experience. Midwives are knowledgeable about normal pregnancy, labor, birth and pain relief options. They respect the process of birth as an innate and familiar process. Certified nurse-midwives are registered nurses who have received advanced training and passed a national certification exam.

Nurse-midwives collaborate with physicians, as needed, especially when problems arise during pregnancy. (Also see Doula.)

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safe and very effective hands-on technique that involves applying gentle sustained pressure into the myofascial connective tissue restrictions to eliminate pain and restore motion. The use of Myofascial Release allows the practitioner to look at each patient as a unique individual. Myofascial Release is a type of soft tissue massage, which incorporates stretching and massage of the connective tissues, or fascia. It operates on the principal that many people hold stress in their muscles, which causes the muscles to seize or lock. This is exacerbated by muscle injury and scarring. Myofascial Release aims to access these areas of blockage and tension to release them, thereby freeing up the muscle and allowing it to move more easily and effectively. This whole-body, hands-on technique seeks to free the body from the grip of tight fascia, or connective tissue, thus restoring normal alignment and function and reducing pain. Therapists use their hands to apply mild, sustained pressure, in order to gently stretch and soften fascia. Myofascial release is used to treat neck and back pain, headaches, recurring sports injuries and scoliosis.

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A non-profit support network with a goal of developing a thriving local community of individuals with an interest in a naturally based lifestyle. We meet monthly at Rye Free Reading Room to hear speakers on cutting edge topics regarding health care, environmental activism and sustainable living. Members also meet periodically to socialize. For more information visit our website or contact our chapter leader.

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non-invasive, drug free, natural modality that tests for and eliminate allergies. NAET uses a blend of selective energy balancing, testing and treatment procedures from acupuncture, acupressure, allopathy, chiropractic, kinesiology and nutritional medicine. One allergen is treated at a time.

Naturopathy: A comprehensive and

eclectic system whose philosophy is based upon working in harmony with the body’s natural healing abilities. Naturopathy incorporates a broad range of natural methods and substances aimed to promote health. Training may include the study of specific approaches, including massage, manipulation, acupuncture, acupressure, counseling, applied nutrition, herbal medicine, homeopathy and minor surgery plus basic obstetrics for assistance with natural childbirth.

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NATUROPATHIC DOCTOR HUDSON VALLEY NATURAL HEALTH

Kurt Beil, ND, LAc, MPH By Appt.: Mt. Kisco/Cold Spring, NY and Danbury, CT 914.362.8315; drkurt@earthlink.net hudsonvalleynaturalhealth.com

Dr. Fred Lisanti, ND, LAC., RH, CHT 266 White Plains Rd, B-1, Eastchester, NY 914.337.2980; intmedsolutions.com Blending the best of traditional and cutting edge natural medicine, Dr. Lisanti offers natural therapeutic solutions for acute and chronic conditions. He combines naturopathic care, clinical nutrition, acupuncture, detoxification, hypnosis, movement, yoga and lifestyle counseling allowing him to customize your program individually.

NETWORKING HOLISTIC MOMS NETWORK

WESTCHESTER COUNTY CHAPTER Deborah Fontana, Chapter Leader debfontana@optonline.net Meet: Rye Public Library HolisticMoms.org

914.923.4346; katonahstudygroup.org The Katonah Study Group for Integrative Medicine brings together health professionals to explore the well-being of patients through a combination of conventional and complementary medicine with varied presenters for the general public. For more information and monthly meetings please visit our website.

WESTCHESTER HOLISTIC NETWORK

23 Wilson St, Hartsdale, NY 10530 info@westchesterholisticnetwork.org WestchesterHolisticNetwork.org WHN offers new forms of networking and collaboration. There are opportunities for practitioners and those interested in holistic techniques to meet. Learn new concepts! Meetings often held on the third Tuesday of each month. Most meetings held at Ixchel Center. Join our mailing list to keep current. FREE to members; $10 for non-members, first meeting free. For updates and to subscribe: info@westchesterholisticnetwork.org.

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NEUROFEEDBACK/ BIOFEEDBACK ANTON BLUMAN MS, AIBT

Westchester based. Certified Neurofeedback Practitioner, Energy Healer Licensed Counselor 914.393.5616; ADrugFreeAlternative.com I bring over 20 years clinical experience to relieving neurological conditions in children and adults, including A n x i e t y, D e p r e s s i o n , ADHD, Pain, primarily with Neurofeedback – a gentle, but advanced brain technology. I also help with managing stress, resolving life issues, emotional release, energy balancing, clearing ‘’brain fog’ and peak performance training.

NUSPECIES

Nuspecies.com 866.624.4117 HQ: 427 Main St. Beacon, NY 12508 NuSpecies Health Centers provide free health consultations with certified nutritionists/life coaches. We make custom recommendations of our Raw, Organic, Liquid, Natural nutritional formulas and then work with our clients until they achieve their health goals. See ad pg 5.

NUTRITION KEY

Angela T. Russo, MS, CNS, Nutritionist Harrison NY,Westchester, Dutchess 914.888.6785; nutritionkey.com My functional nutrition approach provides a roadmap your body needs to regain health by getting to the root cause, rebalancing and healing your body. Individualized eating plans based on your health triggers. Treat fatigue, digestion, diabetes, hormones, cardiovascular, weight loss, detox.

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DAVID CONNELL, DC

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Network chiropractic: Uses Network

Spinal Analysis (NSA), a system of assessing and contributing to spinal and neural integrity, as well as health and wellness. Founded and developed by Donald Epstein. Practitioners employ gentle force to the spine to help the body eliminate mechanical tension in the neurological system. The body naturally develops strategies to dissipate stored tension/energy, thus enhancing self-regulation of tension and spinal interference. (Also see Chiropractic.)

Neuro Emotional Technique (NET): practitioners use muscle testing to

locate unresolved, negatively charged emotional responses that are stored in your body. When located and identified the practitioner helps correct and eliminate disharmonious body response, allowing you to release and heal the “Neuro Emotional Complex (NEC)”. It’s fast, and it can dramatically improve your health. Finding “trapped” or conditioned memory loops with simple muscle testing procedures helps determine if your body is in harmony with a particular concept or idea, which is linked to an unresolved emotional event. NET is safe and effective, and is a natural way to instantly resolve long-standing health problems by resolving the emotional components that accompany the physical symptoms.

Neurofeedback: Involves direct training

of brain function. Using computer processing to capture electrical activity in the brain, an individual can reward the brain with positive feedback, changing its activity to desired, more appropriate patterns. Gradually, the brain learns and remembers how to exhibit only the good patterns

Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP): A systematic approach to changing

the limiting patterns of thought, behavior and language. Through conversation, practitioners observe the client’s language, eye movements, posture, breathing and gestures, in order to detect and help change unconscious patterns linked to the client’s emotional state.

Neuro Muscular Kinesiology: A diagnostic system using muscle testing as a functional neurological evaluation. The methodology is concerned primarily with neuromuscular

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function as it relates to the structural, chemical and mental physiologic regulatory mechanisms. Kinesiology, which originated within the chiropractic profession, is an approach to clinical practice, with multidisciplinary applications. Kinesiology is a form of diagnosis that uses muscle testing as a feedback mechanism to examine how a person’s body is functioning. Since Kinesiology draws together elements from many diverse therapies, it provides a unified, interdisciplinary approach to health care.

Nutritional Counseling: Embracing

a wide range of approaches, nutrition-based, complementary therapies and counseling seek to alleviate physical and psychological disorders through special diets and food supplements. These will be either macronutrients (carbohydrates, fats, proteins and fiber) or micronutrients (vitamins, minerals and trace elements that cannot be manufactured in the body). Nutritional therapy/counseling often uses dietary or food supplements, which can include tablets, capsules, powders or liquids.

Osteopathy / Osteopathic Physicians: Osteopathy uses generally accepted

physical, pharmacological and surgical methods of diagnosis and therapy, with a strong emphasis on body mechanics and manipulative methods to detect and correct faulty structure and function, in order to restore the body’s natural healing capacities. Doctors of Osteopathy (D.O.) are fully trained and licensed according to the same standards as medical doctors (M.D.) and receive additional extensive training in the body’s structure and functions.

Past Life Regression: Past life and

regression therapies operate on the assumption that many physical, mental and emotional challenges are extensions of unresolved problems from the past, either childhood traumas or experiences in previous lifetimes. The practitioner uses hypnosis or other altered states of consciousness and relaxation techniques to access the source of this “unfinished business,” and helps clients to analyze, integrate and release past traumas that are interfering with their current lives.

PEACE ORGANIZATION INTERNATIONAL MAY PEACE PREVAIL ON EARTH

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We are your neighborhood holistic compounding pharmacy, ready to support y o u r h e a l t h . We o f f e r compounding prescriptions, on-line prescription renewals, supplements, homeopathic remedies, personal care products, fair trade gifts and more. We deliver and we are happy to answer your questions. See ad pg 46.

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Pets Alive is a no-kill animal rescue improving the lives of companion animals everywhere by any means possible, including rescue, adoption, advocacy, collaboration, intervention and education. Hundreds of cats, dogs and farm animals are available for adoption.

Serving the community since 1929. Yo u r one stop shop for all your Prescriptions, DME supplies, Natural supplements, Homeopathic Medicine and Herbal supplements with around the clock (9am-6pm. )Free Deliveries. Specializing in products From Designs for health, Metagenics, Nordic Naturals, Teas, Essential Oils and Full spectrum and Isolated CBDS.

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STRAY HELP

PO Box 245 Fishkill, NY 12524 845.232.0336 strayhelp.org Stray HELP: a registered not-forprofit managed by volunteers. Our mission: rescue and care for stray and homeless animals while providing humane education to the community. Our vital community programs: Trap/ Neuter/Return, Spay clinics, adoption and working cat program, colony caretaker support.

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PILATES EQUIPOISE.

A STATE OF BALANCE. PILATES AND WELLNESS STUDIO Bailey Court 334, Rt. 202, Somers, N.Y. 914.276.2056 Equipoise is the premiere Pilates Studio in Westchester. Instructors are classically trained and have more than 50 years experience. We offer privates, duets, trios, Reformer and mat classes for every level. We also offer Meditation and M.E.L.T. Visit our website for all information, equipoisepilatesandwellness.com, and like us on FB.

PODIATRY KATONAH PODIATRY, PC

Pamela Hoffman, DPM Glenn B. Weiss, DPM 200 Katonah Ave., Katonah, NY 914.232.8880; Katonahpodiatry.com Foot care for people of all ages. Board certified holistic podiatrists who use a comprehensive, integrative approach. Customized treatments utilizing the best of today’s technology combined with nutrition and 30 years of experience.

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PSYCHIC READINGS DOMINIQUE AT SYNCHRONICITY Psychic Tarot Medium Reading 1511 Route 22 Brewster 845.363.1765; SynchronicityNY.com

Our gifted psychics offer insight and clarity for life’s situations. Analyzing your past, present and future provides support in decision making. Our Mediums receive validations from loved ones that have passed, which provide healing. See ad pg 57.

REAL ESTATE JUDY JOHNSON

Associate Real Estate Broker William Raveis Real Estate 339 Rte. 202, Somers, NY 10589 Cell: 914.844.7199; Office: 914.276.0900 judyjrealestate@gmail.com; Raveis.com Let me help you in buying, selling, renting or relocating in a supportive and stress-free manner. After 40 + years in business, my experience and success will be beneficial to you.

PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL COUNSELING ROBIN QUEEN FINKELSTEIN The Slow Medicine Therapist Bedford, NY 914.218.3113; SlowMedicine.org

Offering a whole-being, integrative approach to wellness, nurturing clients into health on the emotional, spiritual, mental, and physical levels. Following one’s heart to Re-envision life in order to flourish. See ad pg 29.

REFLEXOLOGY LORRAINE HUGHES

ARCB Certified Reflexologist 1129 Main Street, 2nd fl., Fishkill, NY email: lorrainehughes54@gmail.com EmpoweredbyNature.net; 845.416.4598 Foot and/or Hand Reflexology sessions are offered with the use of Essential Oils applied to acupuncture points based upon each individual’s presenting pattern. Please refer to Services page on web site for the many benefits of this ancient modality.

PSYCHOTHERAPY JODI BARETZ, LCSW, CHHC

The Center for Health and Healing 4 Smith Ave, Mt. Kisco, NY 10549 917.974.9446; jodibaretz.com Are you stressed, short tempered with family and overwhelmed with life? Do you use food as comfort? Jodi’s unique approach integrates mindfulness, holistic health and psychotherapy to decrease anxiety, maximize joy and feel lighter inside and out. She is author of “Mindful Is the New Skinny.” Individual, groups, Skype.

REFLEX FOR WELLNESS

Westchester/Putnam/NYC Locations Christine Knowlton, NBCR 914.837.8226; ReflexForWellness.com Integrated Foot, Hand and Ear Reflexology clears blockages throughout the body to reduce stress, inflammation and pain. It helps alleviate chronic conditions, improves circulation, detoxification and stimulates the energy pathways to promote selfhealing and wellness.

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VALERIE NIVAR, LMHC

Nyack and Pleasantville 914.292.3617; valerie.nivar@gmail.com PsychologyToday.com/profile/364012 I empower you to achieve confidence and live your best life. I specialize in using EMDR in the areas of Trauma, Anxiety, Invisible Illnesses such as Cluster Headaches and in Endof-Life. Psychotherapy and Reiki available.

NATALIE NATH, CRMT, CIMP, CEMP, CCMP,CMP,

Certified Reiki Master ™ Reiki Rehab 510 N. Broadway, White Plains, NY 914.295.9005; reikirehab.net Offering transformative services to adults and children as specialists in physical fitness rehabilitation, restorative care, palliative care, cancer care, mental health, hospice care, bereavement/grief and loss.

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Physical therapy: Evaluates difficulties

with mobility or function to focus on rehabilitation, through a restorative treatment program and instruction on how to make efficient use of the body in daily activities. Physical therapists use massage, exercise, electrical stimulation, ultrasound and other means to help the patient regain functional movement.

Pilates: A structured system of small isolated movements that demands powerful focus on feeling every nuance of muscle action while working out on floor mats or machines. Emphasizes development of the torso’s abdominal power center, or core. Gentler than conventional exercises, Pilates, like yoga, yields long, lean, flexible muscles whose gracefully balanced movements readily translate into everyday activities like walking, sitting and bending. Can help in overcoming injuries.

Polarity therapy: Polarity therapy

asserts that energy fields exist everywhere in nature and that the free flow and balance of this universal energy in the human body is the underlying foundation of good health. Practitioners use gentle touch and guidance to help clients balance their energy flow, thus supporting a return to health. The practitioner’s hands do not impart energy, but redirect the flow of the receiver’s own energy. The receiver then recharges himself with his own freed energy.

Prolotherapy: A rejuvenating therapy that uses injections of natural substances to stimulate collagen growth, in order to strengthen weak or damaged joints, tendons, ligaments or muscles. Often used as a natural alternative to drugs and/or surgery to treat pain syndromes, including degenerative arthritis, lower back, neck and joint pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, migraine headaches, and torn ligaments and cartilage.

Qigong & Tai chi: Qigong and Tai chi

combine movement, meditation and breath regulation to enhance the flow of vital energy (qi or chi, pronounced “chee”) in the body, improve circulation and enhance immune function. Qigong traces its roots to traditional Chinese medicine. Tai chi was originally a selfdefense martial art descended from qigong and employed to promote inner peace and calm.

Rebirthing Breathwork: Also known

as conscious connected breathing, or vivation. Rebirthing is a means to access and release unresolved emotions. The technique uses conscious, steady, rhythmic breathing, without pausing between inhaling and exhaling. Guided by a professional rebirther, clients re-experience past memories, including birth, and let go of emotional tension stored in the body.

Reconnective Healing™: Uses light

and dimensional frequencies that work on all levels of the body/mind to reduce stress, foster relaxation and raise the body’s healing vibration. The idea of Reconnective Healing is to reconnect the meridian or acupuncture lines on the body that have become disconnected from the larger, universal grid of meridian lines.

Reflexology: A natural healing art based

upon the principle that there are reflexes in the feet and hands that correspond to every part of the body. Correctly stimulating and applying pressure to the feet or hands increases circulation and promotes specifically designated bodily and muscular functions.

Reiki: Means “universal life-force energy.”

Reiki is a method of activating and balancing the life force (qi or chi, pronounced “chee”). Practitioners use light hand placements to channel healing energies to organs and glands or to align the body’s chakras (energy centers). Various techniques can ease emotional and mental distress, heal chronic and acute physical problems and achieve spiritual focus and clarity. Reiki can be a valuable addition to the work of chiropractors, massage therapists, nurses and others for whom the use of touch is essential and appropriate. A healing practice that originated in Japan as a method of activating and balancing the life-force present in all living things. Reiki literally means “universal life-force energy.” Practitioners use light hand placements to channel healing energies to organs and glands or to align the body’s energy centers, or chakras. Various techniques are applied for emotional and mental distress, chronic and acute physical problems, and for achieving spiritual focus and clarity. Reiki is a valuable addition to the work of chiropractors; massage therapists, nurses and others for whom the use of touch is appropriate or essential.

RELATIONSHIPS/ SEX/DATING THE NEW YORK SEXOLOGY CENTER

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SKIN & BODY CARE BLOOM SKIN CARE STUDIO

Facial & Body Treatments 1081 Main St., Ste B, Fishkill, NY 845.288.3216; bloomskincareproducts.com I believe in the Mind, Body, and Spirit Connection. Private studio dedicated to personalized and holistic skin care for women of all ages and skin types. Specializing in restorative, reparative, and anti-aging treatments. Botanical, cruelty-free, nature-based product lines; vegan and gluten-free options. See ad pg 28.

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2 Coulter Road, Bakers Mills, NY 12811 518.251.3015; 914.556.8258 yogaintheadirondacks.com Yoga in the Adirondacks is nestled in the valley of the beautiful Adirondack Mountains, where yoga embraces nature. Connect your mind, body and spirit and explore your retreat with like-minded people to build a happier and healthier life. Studio available for your yoga/wellness private group as well. See ad pg 58.

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We offer a unique approach to the health care of the mouth based on a holistic understanding of the whole body. I invite you to explore our web site to learn how we can serve your needs. See ad pg 4.

SPA GANESHA SPA

By Appointment Peeksill, NY 914.906.7238; ganeshaspa.com Discover the true meaning of rejuvenation, relation and calmness with the latest healing/ ayurvedic/pain management treatments including Amino Bio-Frequency Therapy and Therapeutic Massage Techniques; Anti-Aging facial techniques; Micro-needling and Dermaplaning; Microblading/Permanenteyebrows for Beauty; Reiki, Meditations. Visit website for full list of services and to book appointment.

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SPIRITUAL CENTER CHAPEL AT CROTON FALLS

Rev. June Tompkins, Acting Pastor 609 Rt. 22, Croton Falls, NY chapelatcrotonfalls.org Join a unique monthly Interfaith Sunday at the Chapel at Croton Falls at 10:30am – Enjoy prayer, music, movement and dialogue. Check our FB page for information on upcoming programs or e-mail Rev. Deborah Moldow, Interfaith Minister, at revdeb1@ comcast.net.

HOLMES CAMP & RETREAT CENTER Holmes, NY 845.878.6383: HolmesCamp.org Holmes@HolmesCamp.org

Currently booking 2019 retreat dates! A spiritual retreat center and summer camp opened by the Presbyterian Conference Association. We offer our own programming as well as available to rent to groups. 500 acres with four lakes, trails, labyrinth, food service, and accommodations and meal service.

Rolfing Structural Integration (Rolfing): A hands-on technique for deep

tissue manipulation of the myofascial system, which is composed of the muscles and the connective tissue, or fascia, in order to restore the body’s natural alignment and sense of integration. As the body is released from old patterns and postures, the range and freedom of physical and emotional expression increases. Rolfing can help ease pain and chronic stress, enhance neurological functioning, improve posture and restore flexibility.

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Johnthelistener@gmail.com johnthelistener.com ; 914 720 7785 On Your Way, we provide you with the tools, confidence, and understanding needed to grow spiritually, your way. I thoroughly enjoy being a part of my client’s journeys; there are few things more rewarding than watching someone find their path.

MARY ELLEN O’BRIEN

Soul Alignment Coach and Healer Cold Spring, NY 845.202.1717; AwakenYourTrueEssence.com Mary Ellen O’Brien is a Soul Alignment Coach and Healer who helps Spiritual Practitioners and Healers align with their higher self consistently so they can fully own their gifts. She holds frequent group programs in Cold Spring, NY.

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STRESS REDUCTION ANTON BLUMAN MS, AIBT

Westchester based. Certified Neurofeedback Practitioner, Energy Healer Licensed Counselor 914.393.5616; ADrugFreeAlternative.com I bring over 20 years experience to managing stress, and relieving neurological conditions in children and adults, including Anxiety, Depression, Pain, ADHD, primarily with Neurofeedback – a gentle, but advanced brain technology. I also help with emotional release, energy balancing, resolving life issues, clearing ‘brain fog’ and peak performance training.

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Navigating through life›s challenges can leave you feeling confused, doubtful, or alone. Connecting with Spirit can provide validation and guidance during uncertain times. Different modalities include Tarot, channeling, and energy balancing. Each session customized to the individual’s needs.

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bines touch, talk and compassionate listening in a dynamic system for the integration of body, mind, emotions and spirit. Through gentle touch and verbal sharing, each of these four levels can be accessed simultaneously, releasing pain and fears held in the body/mind. This method facilitates pain management, increased ease of movement, improved body image and self-esteem, and recovery from physical and emotional trauma.

Sivananda (Yoga): Cultivates aware-

ness of mind and body by incorporating five main principles of proper exercise, breathing, relaxation and diet, as well as positive thinking and meditation. Based on the philosophy of Swami Sivananda, of India, the practice uses chanting, breathing techniques and meditation to help unblock energy and release stress. Sivananda focuses on 12 basic yoga postures to increase strength and spinal flexibility. It is an excellent practice for beginners, those recovering from injury or anyone interested in spiritual aspects of yoga.

Svaroopa (Yoga): A style that helps

students discover their bliss. The Sanskrit word svaroopa means “the true nature of Being,” and Svaroopa yoga is sometimes called the yoga of alignment and compassion. Attention to alignment in specifically chosen poses helps to soften the body’s connective tissues and ease spinal tension. Blocks and bolsters may be used to allow for deeper muscle release. The style is suitable for beginners and useful for those recovering from injury.

Shamanism: An ancient healing tradition,

which believes that loss of power is the real source of illness and that all healing includes the spiritual dimension. Shamanic healing usually involves induction into an altered state of consciousness and journeying into the spirit world to regain personal power and to access the powers of nature and of teachers. Shamanic healing may be taken literally or employed symbolically, but in or out of its cultural context, the tradition can be both self-empowering and self-healing.

SUMMER CAMP GREEN MEADOW WALDORF SCHOOL 307 Hungry Hollow Rd. Chestnut Ridge, NY 10977 845.356.2514; gmws.org

TMJ DISORDER DAVID L LERNER, DDS, CAC, FIND Yorktown Heights, NY 10598 914.214.9678 holisticdentist.com

We offer a unique approach to the health care of the mouth based on a holistic understanding of the whole body. I invite you to explore our web site to learn how we can serve your needs. See ad pg 4.

Green Meadow Waldorf School offers summer programs that let children enjoy creative time in nature with friends. Tend animals on a farm, grow vegetables, learn to care for the Earth, and cool off with water play.

Shiatsu: The most widely known form

of acupressure, Shiatsu is a Japanese word meaning finger pressure. The technique applies varying degrees of pressure to balance the life energy that flows through specific pathways, or meridians, in the body. Used to release tension and strengthen weak areas in order to facilitate even circulation, cleanse cells and improve the function of vital organs. Shiatsu may be used to help diagnose, prevent and relieve many chronic and acute conditions that manifest on both physical and emotional levels.

Sound Healing: Employs vocal and in-

strumental tones, generated internally or externally. When sounds are produced with healing intent, they can create sympathetic resonance in the physical and energy bodies. Sound healing also is used to bring discordant energy into balance and harmony.

Spiritual Healing / Counseling:

Practiced in two forms. In one, the healer uses thought or touch to align his or her spiritual essence with that of the client. The healer works to either balance the spiritual field or shift the perceptual base of the client to create harmony between mind and body and draw the client into the active presence of Divine Spirit. In the other, the healer transforms healing energy into a vibrational frequency that the client can receive and comfortably assimilate, reminding the personâ€™s intuitive core of its inherent healing ability.

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Sports massage: A specialized field of

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Swedish massage: The most commonly

practiced form of massage in Western countries. Swedish massage integrates ancient Oriental techniques with principles of anatomy and physiology. Practitioners rub, knead, pummel, brush and tap the client’s muscles. Swedish massage is widely practiced; thus, practitioners vary widely in training, techniques and session lengths.

Tantra: Has emerged as a modern spiritual

path of embodied consciousness, with roots in ancient Hindu and Buddhist traditions. Tantra views the ‘spiritual’ as being directly present within the ‘physical’ and respects sensory experience as a vehicle for accessing higher states of awareness. Tantric practices balance the chakras (energy centers) and can contribute to a sense of presence, intimacy and fulfillment in all aspects of living.

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incorporates gentle rocking motions, rhythmic compression along the body’s energy lines and passive stretching to stimulate the free flow of energy, break up blockages and help restore general well-being. One of the branches of Traditional Thai Medicine (TTM), Thai massage is performed on a floor mat, with the client dressed in lightweight, comfortable clothes. No oils are used. Thai massage aids flexibility, inner organ massage, blood oxygenation and quieting of the mind.

Therapeutic Touch (TT): A contem-

porary healing modality developed by natural healer Dora Kunz and nursing professor Dolores Krieger in the 1970s. Therapeutic Touch is drawn from ancient practices and is used to balance and promote the flow of energy. The practitioner “accesses” the area where the body’s energy field is weak or congested, and then uses his or her hands to direct energy into the field to balance it. Nurses and other healthcare practitioners to relieve pain, stress, anxiety and to promote wound healing, practice Therapeutic Touch.

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Trager Approach (psychophysical integration): A system of movement

re-education that seeks to address the mental roots of muscle tension. By gently rocking, cradling and moving the client’s fully clothed body, the practitioner encourages him or her to see that physically restrictive patterns can be changed. The Trager approach includes “mentastics,” simple, active, self-induced movements that can be done by the client during regular daily activities. Trager work has been successfully applied to a variety of neuromuscular disorders, and to the stresses and discomforts of everyday living.

Trigger point/Myotherapy: A mas-

sage technique used to relieve pain, similar to Neuro Muscular Therapy (NMT). Practitioners apply pressure to specific ‘trigger points’ on the body—tender, congested spots of muscle tissue that may radiate pain to other areas—in order to release tension and spasms. Treatment decreases the swelling and stiffness associated with muscular pain and increases range of motion.

Vinyasa (Yoga): A challenging style that

matches breath to movement. Vinyasa yoga poses incorporate alignment principles and are woven together in a flowing practice that is both intense and dance-like. Translated from Sanskrit, vinyasa means “without obstacle.” This style is best suited for energetic, physically fit students. Viniyoga (Yoga): A transformative, slower and more individualized form of yoga that emphasizes gentle flow and coordinated breath with movement. Viniyoga yoga is holistic in its approach and teaches the student how to apply the yoga tools of poses, chanting, breathing and meditation. Function is stressed over form in this style. Viniyoga is recommended for beginners and seniors, as well as those who are in chronic pain or healing from injury or disease.

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Indian Vedic teachings. The word yoga is derived from the Sanskrit root yuj which means “union” or “to join,” and refers to the joining of a person’s physical, mental and spiritual elements. The goal of good health is accomplished through a combination of techniques, including physical exercises called asanas (or postures), controlled breathing, relaxation, meditation and diet and nutrition. Although yoga is not meant to cure specific diseases or ailments directly, it has been found effective in treating many physical ailments. Individuals of every age and physical condition can benefit from the regular practice of yoga, which has been proved to enhance flexibility, strength, stamina and concentration. Using a combination of asanas, or postures, and breathing techniques, yoga works to induce deep relaxation and reduce stress, tone the body and organs, increase vitality and improve circulation and energy flow. Uplifting and meditative, yoga can be applied as a spiritual practice, as well.

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