Natural Awakenings New Mexico - November 2018 Issue

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NATURAL WAYS TO BOOST YOUR IMMUNE SYSTEM Nurturing Creative Children Hobbies Engage and Grow Healthy Kids

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Contents

18 THANKSGIVING DESSERTS

Plant-Based Pies for Every Palate

21 ABUNDANT LIVING 10 Practices Open Doors

22 SUPERCHARGE YOUR IMMUNE SYSTEM

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25 KRISTI NELSON

on Why Gratefulness Brings Happiness

26 EASE REPETITIVE STRAIN INJURIES

Targeted Exercises Lower Risk of Injury

28 SAFE DRINKING WATER

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Home Systems to Purify H2O

30 NURTURING CREATIVE KIDS

Hobbies Engage and Grow Healthy Kids

32 GIVE ROVER A RUBDOWN

Massage Keeps a Dog at Peak Health

34 ECO-PACKAGING PROGRESS REPORT Innovative Uses of Pulp, Paper and Mushrooms

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letter from publisher

HEALTHY LIVING HEALTHY PLANET

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am honored and excited for Natural Awakenings Northern New Mexico to journey forward with the new publisher and owner, Jody Pearce.

The past six years’ journey as a publisher has been an amazing learning curve, challenging at times, but very rewarding.

I recently reviewed my promises to Natural Awakenings Corporate when I took over the franchise in 2012. I planned to sponsor a yoga festival, focus on the baby boomer population, foster local community spirit and bring unique content to the New Mexico edition. I was blessed to personally interview and publish articles with Dr. Andrew Weil, Barbara Marx Hubbard, Deepak Chopra, Byron Katie, Gregg Braden, Master Mingtong Gu and, most recently, Dr. Bruce Lipton. All of this was made possible with the amazing team and support system we currently have.

I feel great joy knowing that I delivered on my promise. Now Jody will build upon this vison adding her own unique energy to the Natural Awakenings edition in the Land of Enchantment. In conjunction with the initiatives of Natural Awakenings Corporate and Jody’s skill set, be ready for many new opportunities and positive changes on the horizon.

Much love and blessings, Andrea Schensky Williams

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ix years ago, Andrea was introduced to the Natural Awakenings family by Jeff Brown, the founder of this New Mexico edition. Andrea became the owner and publisher and has been steadfast in her mission to expand the readership, to provide informative content and a wonderful forum for practitioners guiding their communities towards health and healing. I’ve now signed on to further that mission. Andrea and I have been working diligently behind the scenes through this exciting transition. Just as Andrea expressed her gratitude and humility to Jeff in her premiere letter, I owe her the same.

As readers, you may or may not be aware that this edition is more than 70 across the U.S. with headquarters based in Naples, Florida. The corporate office provides national content like interviews with leading wisdom keepers including Deepak Chopra, Byron Katie, Rodney Yee and the like. Each publisher then chooses which content to include in their local magazine and supplements that with editorials authored by local practitioners.

Over the years, I’ve read multiple editions and I always find the content to be both authentic and engaging. Now I know why, by the time you read this letter I will have completed training led by Sharon Bruckman, the CEO who founded the original Natural Awakenings edition 25 years ago.

To help us prepare for this issue, Andrea pulled out the Publisher’s Letters from 2012 when Jeff handed the reigns over to her and it made me realize our path to becoming publishers is strikingly similar. We both had life-changing experiences that revealed a calling beyond our longstanding corporate gigs. And, we both signed on while being newcomers to New Mexico. A similarity for us today is that we are both filled with gratitude for things past and things to come. As your new publisher, I wish the same for each of you. Take a moment to recognize the impermanence of everything around you and be thankful for beginnings and endings.

Grateful to be here, Jody Pearce

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Happenings at the Church of Light in Albuquerque

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ll are invited for a weekend of learning, discovery and networking at the 2019 New Mexico Wellness Symposium taking place February 23 and 24, 2019 at the Santa Ana Star Hotel, in Bernalillo. This symposium is a gathering of some of the most experienced and dedicated integrative medicine and alternative care practitioners in New Mexico. With an expected attendance of over 350 practitioners, this year’s event will continue the discussion about many of the challenging and exciting issues facing the wellness community today.

The goals of the conference are to educate the public about integrative medical options and their benefits; to provide targeted training for practitioners within and across disciplines and specialties; and to provide education of practitioners by practitioners through panels, case studies and presentations. Types of disciplines that will be participating include Oriental medicine, chiropractic care, functional and integrative medicine, massage, kiniseology, nutrition, physical therapy and others.

he Church of Light, a nonprofit metaphysical church, teaches Hermeticism using astrology, Egyptian tarot and alchemical principles. In the summer of 2005, the Church of Light moved its headquarters from Southern California to Albuquerque. Members are located all over the nation as well as from many foreign countries including England, Australia and The Netherlands.

The core philosophy of the Church of Light centers around the 21 Brotherhood of Light Lessons written by C.C. Zain about 100 years ago that still hold up today. Members that complete all 21 courses achieve “Hermetician” status and certification. Non-members can freely enjoy the casual discussion groups held on the first and third Sunday of each month, as well as access videos at ChurchOfLight.tv on astrology and other metaphysical topics.

In June 2019, the Church of Light will host its ninth Hermetic Conference at the Best Western Rio Grande Inn in Albuquerque.

Past years’ entertainment has included Clan Tynker, the Rogue Bindis and magician Chris Zaccara.

An open call for speakers is being held until November 15. Location: 54 Jemez Canyon Dam Rd., Bernalillo. Visit NMWellnessSymposium.com for speaker submissions, exhibitor rates and to buy tickets.

Location: 2119 Gold Ave., Albuquerque (near UNM). To discover more about the history, philosophy and current events happening at the Church of Light, visit Light.org.

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Recycle Santa Fe Art Festival

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he 20th annual Recycle Santa Fe Art Festival is being held November 30 to December 2 at the Santa Fe Community Convention Center. Every year, this event attracts thousands of art lovers and the eco-conscious, holiday gift-giver attracted by the art deals, familyfriendly art-making activities, gallery-worthy exhibits and the perfect gifts.

This exciting weekend-long event kicks off with Friday night’s famous Trash Fashion and Costume Contest, then continues with an inspiring art market, adult and student juried art exhibits, and make-and-take art activities. “Each year we bring in more than 100 artists from around New Mexico, but also stakes such as Colorado, New York, Arizona and elsewhere that offered their original pieces for sale in the Art Market and display their work in the juried art exhibit,” explains Recycle Santa Fe Art Market Coordinator Sarah Pierpont.

The country’s largest and oldest recycled art market is dedicated to showcasing art created from discarded materials. All art consists of a minimum of 75 percent recycled materials—everything from vintage tin cans turned into beautiful earrings to scrap metal sculptures. “Artists successfully upcycle trash into treasure, combining recycling and innovation to show creative ways to save our resources, while making one of a kind art,” says Pierpont. The event demonstrates the resourcefulness of the artists and has grown into a powerful economic development tool for existing and emerging artists.

Location: 201 W. Marcy St., Santa Fe. For more information, visit RecycleSantaFe.org.

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oin Philip Shepherd for two upcoming Radical Wholeness workshops being held December 1 and 2, and December 3 and 4 at Puerta de la Luna in Santa Fe. According to Shepherd, an internationally recognized authority on embodiment, our deepest yearning is to experience wholeness in our lives. “Yet too often we feel fragmented as a result of having been taught to live in our heads,” he says.

In Shepherd’s workshops, participants learn a unique set of practices for uniting the anxious, restless pace of intelligence in the head with the deep, present and connected intelligence of the body. “We learn about acquiring choice through new experiences that crack open our awareness of what is possible and experience the body as never before. All this happens in a playful, palpably safe context,” he affirms.

Shepherd, the author of two books who spends much of his time giving talks and workshops around the world, notes that these workshops build upon each other. The first workshop is an introduction to this work, and the second is for those who have taken the first and would like to deepen their experience.

Location: 546 Harkle Rd., Ste. B, Santa Fe. See calendar for more details or email DragonFlyLucy@gmail.com.

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Sustainable Relationship and Purpose from the Inside Out Nina Twombly, a Brennan Healing Science Practitioner, is hosting a deep, dynamic program to help people become a vessel that can hold their long-term visions for the deep partnership or life goal that hasn’t yet landed in their life.“When you have a sense of where you want to go in relationships, work and spirituality, these inner goals become the fabric of life that holds everything in alignment,” she says. “When you hold these intentions, they may come quickly, or they may come slowly, but in the long run they will come if you take responsibility for creating them, face what might be blocking them, and hold them with sanctity.”

According to Twombly, energy work accelerates this manifestation process. “It stabilizes your whole system, clicking you into a feeling of purpose and relaxation. You start to put less emphasis on the imminent ups and downs and moods, instead seeing them as blips on the screen while feeling the long-term evolution of your life. From the deeper perspective that energy work instills, life makes more sense, things stay in the right categories of priority, and you can attract what you want more easily.”

For more information and to set up a free consultation to see if this work is right for you, email nina@ninatwombley or visit NinaTwombly.com and click “work with Nina.”

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health briefs HEALTHY LIVING

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The True Magic of Mushrooms

by Harmony Rose West

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Mushrooms are nutrient-dense superfoods that are easy to add to your diet. Taken daily, they have the ability to create long-term health benefits for both you and your family. These miraculous immune enhancers can be antibiotic, stress managing, and even bio-remediating.

According to Robert Rogers in The Fungal Pharmacy, there are more than 270 species of fungi with known medicinal properties. The common bond shared by these medicinal mushrooms is that they all contain complex carbohydrates called polysaccharides. These natural compounds don’t directly kill cancer cells, rather they stimulate the immune system of the host. They have been called harmony herbs even though they are not technically herbs and are seen by many as a cornerstone of preventative medicine, and an effective way of maintaining a high level of overall resistance to disease. Just as young mushrooms feed on decomposing forest debris, it seems that, they also help rid us of toxins that adversely affect our health.

Mushrooms are some of the most potent, nutrient-dense medicines found in nature. Try adding these powerful immune boosters to your diet. Whether you eat them, add them to your smoothies, or drink them as tea, you’ll enjoy the positive effects of these extraordinary superfoods.

Harmony Rose West is a lifelong advocate of the healing qualities of whole foods.

She is the founder and Chief Mama of Mushroom Mama, a Santa Fe-based line of medicinal mushroom teas. Mushroom Mama partners with The Eden Projects to plant two trees for every tin of Mushroom Mama tea sold. To learn more or to purchase teas or tinctures, visit MushroomMama.com.

Breast Thermography and Your Preventative Health Care

by Dr. Matthew G. Kreitzer There are many reasons to include breast thermography as part of your preventative healthcare.

First, thermography may reveal early signs that breast cancer is developing. This is because the high glucose consumption of tumor cells leads to the development of new blood vessels, which in the great majority of cases, results in a distinct thermal marker.

Secondly, thermography provides a breast cancer risk assessment that is far more individualized than even a family history of breast cancer. In fact, an abnormal thermogram is the single most significant marker of high risk of cancer developing.

Thirdly, thermography can provide insight into the severity of hormonal imbalance in the breasts, which is a significant risk factor for breast cancer developing.

Finally, as 15 percent of breast cancers occur in women under the age of 49, thermography gives younger women a safe and effective means of assessing breast cancer risk, beginning at age 20.

Matthew G. Kreitzer, DOM, is the founder of Mountain Acupuncture, with offices in Santa Fe and Albuquerque, where he offers acupuncture/herbs, clinical homeopathy and thermography. For more information, call 505-226-1610 or visit MountainAcupuncture.org.

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Crying for Help Because Your Hair is Thinning?

by Robyn Benson

Are you fearful your hair loss will get worse?

Do you dream of a natural, affordable solution that gives you results with little downtime?

If your answers to the above questions are, yes, please read further and visit RobynBenson.com/hairloss/ to download a free ebook to help you learn more about new documented research available about Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy. This ebook provides university studies with before and after photos, access to a powerful article by the International Journal of Trichology, and more.

We now know hair growth is an integral part of your health and it is not just an issue for men. This is a serious issue and may be a result of hormonal changes, stress, heredity, medical conditions or medications which is now documented with younger and younger patients.

Hair loss is a direct reflection of what your body is telling you, which has a direct relationship to your health. Its effects directly affect a

person’s self-confidence and selfperception when there are major image shifts compounding stress levels that reveal themselves publicly.

As a Doctor of Oriental Medicine, I have offered the most advanced leading-edge therapies, procedures and products designed to renew, restore and revive people’s health for over 25 years. I use science-based therapies that regenerate the body naturally and I call ART — Amplified Regenerative Therapies.

“After two sessions, I have seen hair growth in my blading head that I did not even think was possible! The best part is I got my PRP Hair Lift just in time before it was too late. I am almost 50 and am relieved to still have some heard hair and more to come.

Thanks Dr. Benson and staff for taking great care of me.” T.M. My passion to help men and women to improve their health and lifestyles naturally with success has provided relief for years and includes those with thinning and damaged hair.

Many postmenopausal women seek my care for this condition, but the biggest shock includes teens suffering with hair loss due to their toxic and high-stress lifestyles.

The signs of thinning hair and imminent hair loss affecting you, or anyone you know, can be self-diagnosed. Lab tests or imaging are not required.

So, what is PRP therapy? This stands for Platelet Rich Plasma, which

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View the before and after images in my aforementioned free eBook showing exciting research that documents how doctors are inspired by the power of PRP to help their patients naturally regenerate hair. We will answer the most frequently asked questions like: • n n • n • • n • n n • n • n • • n • n n • • n

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Eating Well Protects Hearing A healthy diet can lower the risk of moderate to severe hearing loss by 30 percent or more, conclude researchers from Harvard Medical School’s Brigham and Women’s Hospital. Studying the diets of 33,000 women for 22 years, they found that hearing was better retained among those that ate closer to the Mediterranean Diet—with more fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, nuts, fish and virgin olive oil.

The Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diet, high in fruits and vegetables and low-fat dairy, as well as low in sodium, also was associated with better hearing.

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Raw fruit and vegetables are better for mental health than canned, cooked or otherwise processed produce, report researchers from New Zealand’s University of Otago. Their survey of more than 400 young adults from their country and the U.S., published in Frontiers in Psychology, found a correlation between eating raw produce and measures of psychological well-being, positive mood and life satisfaction.

“The cooking and processing of produce likely limits the delivery of nutrients that are essential for optimal emotional functioning,” says co-author Tamlin Conner, Ph.D. The top 10 raw foods for mental health are carrots, bananas, apples, dark leafy greens, grapefruit, lettuce, other citrus, berries, cucumbers and kiwis.

Early-stage breast cancer can be accurately detected via a simple breath test and urine sample, report researchers at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, in Israel. Using electronic nose sensors and gas-chromatography mass spectrometry to analyze breath and urine, respectively, they were able to identify biomarkers for breast cancer, the most commonly diagnosed cancer for women worldwide. “Our new approach… with inexpensive, commercially available processes, is non-invasive, accessible and may be easily implemented in a variety of settings,” says study co-author Yehuda Zeiri, Ph.D.

Mammography, the common screening test for breast cancer, is typically 75 to 85 percent accurate, a figure that drops for full-bodied women and those with dense breast tissue. Dual-energy digital mammography is more accurate, but increases radiation exposure, and MRIs are more expensive.

The Israeli research, published in the journal Computers in Biology and Medicine, compared breath and urine samples taken from 85 women with breast cancer and 81 healthy women. The electronic e-nose device, picking up on a unique breath pattern, detected cancer cells accurately 95 percent of the time. The urine test proved 85 percent accurate. “With further study, it may also be possible to analyze exhaled breath and urine samples to identify other cancer types, as well,” says Zeiri.

Pumpkin Compounds Inhibit Cancer Growth In addition to being tasty, autumn’s pumpkin pie may also help prevent cancer. Two studies have confirmed the ability of certain nutrients in pumpkins to inhibit the growth of cancer cells.

Researchers from the Italian Institute of Food Science found that carotenoid compounds from pumpkins delayed the growth of human colorectal cancer and bone cancer cells by an average of 40 percent. In China, Harbin Medical University researchers found that a polysaccharide compound from pumpkins halted the growth of human liver cancer cells.

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Rebirthing Books New Life for Old Friends

Spread the wonders and joys of reading to others while conserving woodlands and other resources and keeping books out of landfills by donating them. Many outlets welcome books that may have been collecting dust at home, but can enrich the lives of others of all ages, both locally and worldwide. n Many public libraries are supported by community volunteer “friends of” organizations that sell donated books at deep discounts to the public. Funds raised help underwrite host library programming. n Along with selling new and used books online, BetterWorldBooks.com accepts book donations that support national and global literacy initiatives, including in Latin America and Africa. They recently forwarded 37,000 donated books to UK teachers and other educators, and also operate a senior book outreach program. n Local chapters of national organizations like Girl Scouts, Kiwanis International, Rotary International and the General Federation of Women’s Clubs frequently collect gently used children’s books. n Other donation sites include The Salvation Army, Goodwill, thrift shops and used and antique bookstores. n BooksForSoldiers.com lists specific titles military members are requesting. BooksForAfrica.org has shipped 41 million books to Africa’s 54 countries. BooksThroughBars.org supplies prison libraries, while BooksToPrisoners.net links books donated by the public to requests. n Include unwanted books when planning a yard sale. n Consider the novelty of regifting books. With the Christmas gifting season approaching, parents can bestow a Shakespeare play or Mark Twain tale that meant so much to them decades ago to their kids—including a card explaining its poignancy and significance. The gesture can even spark a greater interest in reading.

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Air Pollution Harms Developing Brains

Hostile Teachers Hamper Learning

Fetal exposure to air pollution, even at levels considered safe by current standards, has been linked by Dutch researchers to thinning of the outer layer of a child’s brain and later cognitive difficulties. Following 783 children ages 6 through 10, the researchers concluded those brain abnormalities contributed in part to impulsiveness that could lead to addictive behavior and attention-deficit/ hyperactivity disorder.

Teachers that antagonize their students by belittling them, showing favoritism or criticizing their contributions can damage their learning potential, warns a new West Virginia University study of 472 undergraduates. Split into two groups, the students watched either a class taught by a teacher with antagonism or a standard lesson taught without antagonism, and then took a multiple-choice quiz.

Test scores were up to 5 percent lower for those that watched the antagonistic teacher because they disliked what they were being taught. They were also less likely to put forth as much effort and were unwilling to attend that teacher’s future courses.

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Aerobic Fitness Helps Prevent Word Loss Tip-of-the-tongue word loss, an aggravation for many seniors and other adults, occurs less frequently in those with higher levels of aerobic fitness, regardless of age or vocabulary, reports a study of 56 men and women from the UK’s University of Birmingham. Lead researcher Katrien Segaert also clarified that tip-of-the-tongue word loss is not associated with memory loss—a common concern by those that often experience it.

Gut Bacteria Linked to Artery Health A lack of diversity of gut bacteria is linked to hardening of the arteries, a new study concludes.

By analyzing the gut microbiome and measuring the arterial stiffness of 617 middle-aged female twins, researchers from the University of Nottingham and King’s College London found that those with a greater diversity of healthy bacteria had more flexible arteries.

The finding explains why women, young adults and others may suffer heart attacks without traditional risk factors such as smoking or obesity. It opens the door to reducing cardiovascular disease by targeting the microbiome through diet, probiotics and other supplements.

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Eating Walnuts Boosts Gut Bacteria Eating a handful of walnuts daily boosts certain types of healthy gut bacteria that appear to contribute to cardio, metabolic and gastrointestinal health, according to a study of 18 adults by University of Illinois scientists published in the Journal of Nutrition. The researchers found that eating walnuts increased species of healthy gut bacteria, while decreasing species of unhealthy bacteria. Eating walnuts also improved cholesterol levels.

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Groundbreaking Research Shows Hypnotherapy Just as Effective as Drug Therapy for Overactive Bladder In August of 2013, the team at Hypnotherapy Academy of America, in Albuquerque, received word that the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in conjunction with the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH) would fund a three million dollar, four-year study of the Hypnotherapy Academy’s methodology. This study’s purpose was to determine if hypnotherapy is, or is not, inferior to drug therapy in the treatment of Overactive Bladder (OAB)/Urinary Urgency Incontinence, a condition that 33 million Americans suffer from. Part of what makes this so significant is the scientific rigor of this research study. It involved 162 patients—a significant sample of the population. Also unique to this study is that it tested hypnotherapy against the current standard medical treatment (drug therapy.) Eighty-one patients were randomized into the hypnotherapy group and 81 randomized into the standard medical treatment group.

Hypnotherapy Academy Associate Instructor Robert Sapien, M.D., enlisted the aid of Tim Simmerman Sierra, academy director, to co-design the eightsession “Integral Hypnotherapy” methodology to be used in the study. Integral Hypnotherapy is the style of hypnotherapy that is client-centered and collaborative. It integrates classical hypnotherapy with perennial wisdom traditions, human potential training, and applied mind sciences. According to the pair, it was an unprecedented opportunity to put forth a robust scientific study that quantitated hypnotherapy clients’ success.

The four-year study funded by the NIH and conducted at University of New Mexico Hospital is now complete. “It was a great success for hypnotherapy,” affirms Sapien. “The Academy received preliminary reports from the physician investigators which showed that the patients receiving hypnotherapy had overall equivalent results to drug therapy, and in those patients who were moderately to highly responsive to hypnosis, the one-year follow-up showed superior results to drug therapy.” In October, the peer-reviewed analytics were presented at the American Urogynecologic Society (AUGS) conference that was held in Chicago.

While hypnotherapy may not be appropriate for everyone, this scientifically rigorous study is breaking new ground in the mainstream acceptance of hypnotherapy as a safe and reliable complimentary modality.

“We’re very happy to be contributing to helping these people live better lives,” says Sapien. “This NIH hypnosis study and others like it, continue to verify the effectiveness of hypnotherapy as an important adjunct to conventional medicine.”

If you or someone you know suffers from urinary urgency, speak to your medical provider about integrating hypnotherapy into your care. To find a certified hypnotherapist qualified to conduct the OAB protocol based on the one used in this study, contact the Hypnotherapy Academy of America at 505-767-8030.

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End Game

Extinctions of Threatened Species Continue

The death of the world’s last male northern white rhino has rendered the species functionally extinct, which means the only hope of reviving the population is through in vitro fertilization. World Wildlife Fund head of campaigns Colin Butfield calls this a “uniquely bad situation.” Two other animals, the vaquita, a very rare porpoise discovered in 1958, and the Javan rhino are facing the same fate. Many other species, including the Sumatran rhino, black rhino, Amur leopard, forest elephant and Bornean orangutan are considered critically endangered, some with fewer than 100 individuals left. The International Union for Conservation of Nature currently considers 5,583 species of plant, mammal, bird, amphibian and marine life critically endangered.

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Big Bank Acts to Protect Oceans from Mine Waste

Citigroup is no longer financing mining projects that dump mine waste into the ocean. The move comes in response to pressure from the Ditch Ocean Dumping campaign, which calls on financial institutions to divest from any project or company that employs the practice. “Banks and financial institutions must actively take steps to ensure that they are not bankrolling the destruction of our oceans,” says campaign coordinator Ellen Moore of Earthworks.

Mine waste can contain up to three dozen dangerous chemicals, including arsenic, lead, mercury and cyanide. These metals accumulate in fish, and ultimately, the wildlife and people that eat them.

The pollution contaminates drinking water, decimates ecosystems and destroys fisheries. While the outdated practice has been phased out in many parts of the world, new mining proposals in Papua New Guinea and Norway signal that such dumping is being ramped up, not phased out.

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Organic shoppers may see additional labeling on produce.

More than a dozen farmers and scientists from around the country met to create the standards for an additional organic certification pilot program called the Real Organic Project (ROP), which they plan to initially introduce at 20 to 60 farms.

Under the current U.S. Department of Agriculture program, the organic label means that produce has been grown without synthetic substances or genetic engineering; it doesn’t specify whether produce was grown in water or soil, which the new labeling would address.

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THANKSGIVING DESSERTS Plant-Based Pies for Every Palate

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ratitude for the bounty in our lives has been a constant in every American Thanksgiving since the Pilgrims’ first celebration at Plymouth Plantation. What has changed is the menu.

Many holiday hosts today wish to be inclusive and respect everyone’s increasingly restrictive dietary needs. A few dishes that offer naturally gluten-free, paleo and plant-based options never go amiss, especially when we’re talking pie.

It’s easy to make a plant-based pie—think pumpkin, sweet potato and chocolate. As a bonus, many vegan pies can be made ahead and actually taste better the next day.

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A mellow nut crust might be the best way to go; pecans or almonds, sweetened with dates, crumbled in the food processor and pressed into a pie pan. It’s deliciously easy and can be made the day before, always a plus at holiday time. Gluten-free vanilla, chocolate or gingersnap cookie crumbs, mixed with a little coconut oil pressed into the pan, can serve as an alternative to nuts.

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The freshest filling makes the freshest-tasting pie. Winter vegetables such as squash, small sugar or pie pumpkins or sweet potatoes can be baked in the oven and puréed in the food processor days ahead of time. Or, make the purées weeks ahead and freeze them, ready to thaw for a recipe.

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Award-winning cookbook author Deborah Madison, author of Seasonal Fruit Desserts: From Orchard, Farm, and Market, in Galisteo, New Mexico, preheats her oven to 375° F. “Cut the squash in half, the pumpkins into quarters, scrape out the seeds and brush the cut surfaces with a vegetable oil such as sunflower or safflower,” she suggests.

“Place the squash or pumpkins cutside-down on a sheet pan. Prick sweet potatoes all over with a fork. Bake the vegetables until tender, about 40 minutes,” says Madison. When baked, scoop out the flesh, discard the rinds or skin and purée the flesh in a food processor. About two cups of purée equals a 15-ounce can of pumpkin, sweet potato or butternut squash. Pies made with fresh purées will have a lighter color and flavor.

Madison says she prefers natural sweeteners. “Honey and maple syrup are so dynamic—they’re more like foods in their own right than just sweeteners.”

Maple and date sugars give pies a deep, caramelized flavor.

Always taste test during preparation, recommends Alissa Saenz, of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania, who blogs at ConnoisseurusVeg.com. She loves a big dose of chai spices and little dose of sweetener in her Vegan Chai-Spiced Sweet Potato Pie. But pie is personal. “I recommend tasting your batter to decide if you’d prefer a little more or less of each,” she says.

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An ethereal cloud of coconut whipped cream can taste just as delicious as the dairy version, says vegan baker and cookbook author Fran Costigan, of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She refrigerates a 14-ounce can of unsweetened, full-fat coconut milk for at least 24 hours. After opening it, she spoons out only the solid coconut cream into a chilled bowl, saving the remaining liquid coconut milk for another use. She whips the coconut cream with an electric mixer until fluffy, adding a natural sweetener and vanilla extract if desired. It all makes for a perfectly healthy plant pie.

Judith Fertig writes award-winning cookbooks plus foodie fiction from Overland Park, KS (JudithFertig.com).

Our Pick of Plant Pie Recipes No-Bake Vegan Chocolate Pie Yields: Filling for one nine-inch vegan pecan-date pie crust 18 oz vegan or dairy-free chocolate chips 1 (14-oz) can unsweetened, full-fat coconut milk ½ cup almond or cashew butter Place the chocolate chips in a medium mixing bowl. Spoon the almond butter on top of the chocolate chips. Set aside.

Vegan Pecan-Date Pie Crust The crust takes minutes to make and then press into a pie pan.

Yields: One nine-inch pie crust 1½ cups pitted dates, preferably Medjool, coarsely chopped 1½ cups chopped pecans ¼ tsp sea salt 2 tsp coconut oil Soak the dates in hot water for 10 minutes.

Remove the dates from the water and pat dry.

Place the dates, pecans and salt in the bowl of a food processor and blend until the mixture sticks together.

Lightly oil the bottom and sides of a nineinch pie or springform pan.

Spoon the entire can of coconut milk into a saucepan. Over medium heat, stir and bring to a simmer until small bubbles form around the perimeter of the pan.

Pour the hot coconut milk over the chocolate chips and almond butter. Make sure all the chocolate is covered with the hot milk.

Let it sit for three to five minutes to melt the chocolate.

Whisk by hand until the mixture becomes smooth, shiny and dark. Pour into the prepared crust.

Refrigerate the completed pie until it is firm and ready to serve.

Inspired by and adapted from recipes by Nava Atlas, at VegKitchen.com, Fran Costigan at FranCostigan.com and Ashley Adams, who blogs at TheSpruceEats.com.

Press the date mixture into the bottom and up the sides of the prepared pan.

Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.

Adapted from a recipe by Nava Atlas, of Hudson Valley, NY, vegan cookbook author of Vegan Express: 160 Fast, Easy, & Tasty Plant-Based Recipes.

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Preheat the oven to 350° F. Add all ingredients, except for the starch and dates, into a large pot. Stir well and bring to a simmer.

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1 tsp vanilla extract ½ Tbsp pumpkin pie spice ½ tsp sea salt ⅔ cup Medjool dates, pitted

While the pumpkin mixture is heating, prepare a “slurry” by adding two to three tablespoons of water to the starch in a small bowl. Gently mix together until a thick liquid has formed; avoid clumps.

This pie filling is robust with spices and not too sweet. Add less spice and more maple syrup to taste.

Yields: Filling for one nine-inch vegan pecan-date pie crust 2 large sweet potatoes ¾ cup coconut milk 3 Tbsp maple syrup 2 tsp vanilla extract 2 Tbsp arrowroot or tapioca starch 2 Tbsp ground cinnamon 1 Tbsp ground ginger 1 tsp ground cardamom ½ tsp ground nutmeg ¼ tsp ground cloves ½ tsp sea salt Preheat the oven to 400° F. Poke a few holes in each sweet potato using a sharp knife.

Place the sweet potatoes directly on the oven rack and bake until very soft, about 45 minutes. Or microwave them for about eight minutes, checking every minute or so after the first five minutes.

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When the sweet potatoes are cool enough to handle, scoop out the insides and place them into a food processor bowl. Add the coconut milk, maple syrup, vanilla, cornstarch, cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, nutmeg, cloves and salt.

Process the filling until smooth, stopping to scrape the bowl as needed. Pour the batter into a prepared pie crust and smooth out the top with a rubber scraper.

Bake about 40 minutes or until it sets.

Remove the pie from oven and allow it to cool completely before slicing.

Top with whipped coconut cream, if desired.

Add the slurry to the simmering pumpkin mixture and cook over medium heat for five to six minutes, stirring continuously.

Transfer this mixture to a blender or food processor, add in the pitted (unsoaked) Medjool dates and blend until smooth.

Pour the filling into a prepared crust, then bake for 30 to 35 minutes.

Let cool completely before slicing and serving.

Adapted recipe and photo courtesy of Caitlin Shoemaker, of Miami, FL; FromMyBowl. com/pecan-pumpkin-custard-pie.

Adapted recipe and photo courtesy of Alissa Saenz, of Phoenixville, PA; Connoisseurus Veg.com/vegan-chai-spiced-sweet-potato-pie.

Pecan Pumpkin Custard Pie With no flour, this pie has a softer, more velvety texture. For a thicker filling, simply refrigerate before serving.

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ractices designed to enrich life with purpose and meaning yield empowering results for anyone that takes them to heart. Whether striving for a new job, higher salary, stronger relationships or spiritual acceleration, these “rules of the road” offer inspired guidance to free thinking and enlarge possibilities beyond anything we’ve ever imagined.

Be one with life: Belief in our oneness with “more than enough” sets us free to receive.

Be aware we live in an expanding universe: The creative life force of the universe constantly conspires for our good as we consciously participate in the process.

Be accountable for individual consciousness: How we perceive ourself and our world defines our experience. Changing our point of view can change everything.

Be focused: Establish and maintain a disciplined mind, focusing on what’s right with life rather than what’s wrong.

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Be in the flow: The law of circulation manifests as either a cornucopia of more than enough or a vortex of not enough, depending on how freely energy flows through us. Remember that we are the gatekeeper that directs the flow.

Be passionate: Honoring our passions sets us free from the tyranny of a joyless life. Unearthing and living what creates joy, love and peace brings the gift of our authentic self to the party called life.

Be blessed: To be blessed and know it is to affirm that we are a whole person, with nothing missing. Sharing our abundance becomes our daily norm. This state of being blesses our world.

Be of service: When we serve others selflessly, we are recognizing that they matter. When someone knows they matter, they are intrinsically guided to demonstrate it in ways that serve others… and the circle is complete.

Be courageous: Boldly move beyond false limits to horizons that call us to new levels of self-expression and fulfillment, often in collaboration with a spirited community.

Be a catalyst for good: Such actions connect us directly to the secret of creating an abundant life—our innate oneness with the universe.

Dennis Merritt Jones, D.D., of St. Petersburg Beach, FL, speaks and writes books on human potential and spirituality. His latest, The Art of Abundance, is the source of this essay. Connect via DennisMerrittJones.com.

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ike many other health conditions, challenges to our immune systems are on the rise. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that 26.5 million adults and kids have asthma, 50 million have allergies and up to 20 percent get the flu each year. Catching a cold is common, with U.S. adults generally coping with two or three a year and children about twice as many.

As many as 50 million Americans suffer from autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis, celiac and lupus, costing $100 billion a year to treat, which is nearly twice the amount spent on cancer care, according to the American Autoimmune Related Diseases Association. Initial statistics released 20 years ago estimated that 9 million Americans had autoimmune diseases; a five-fold increase since then illustrates the magnitude of the problem.

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People that are free of some degree of immune system dysfunction are relatively uncommon.

Identified Culprits

“We are absolutely seeing a rise in immune disorders,” says Michael T. Murray, a doctor of naturopathy in Lyons, Colorado, and author of Chronic Candidiasis: Your Natural Guide to Healing with Diet, Vitamins, Minerals, Herbs, Exercise and Other Natural Methods. “Many factors are responsible for the increase.” He cites the most notable as the widespread use of antibiotics and pesticides; dietary factors, including too much sugar; decreased intake of essential vitamins and minerals; overconsumption of calories in general; lifestyle factors like not getting enough sleep or exercise; excessive alcohol; stress; and exposure to cigarette smoke.

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“The microbiome—the bacterial structure that supports a strong immune system—is largely inherited from the mother during a vaginal birth,” says Sayer Ji, of Miami, Florida, founder of GreenMedInfo.com, sponsor of the 2017 Immune Defense Summit and a member of the National Health Federation’s board of governors. “The rising number of Caesarean sections, at nearly one-third of all U.S. births, up from 18 percent in 1997, deprives infants of those naturally occurring bacteria, and can result in immune deficiencies at an early age.”

Low-level chronic stress of the kind that occurs in everyday modern life is a leading underlying factor in immune system compromise, says natural health and healing expert Dr. Deepak Chopra, of Carlsbad, California, author of The Healing Self: A Revolutionary New Plan to Supercharge Your Immunity and Stay Well for Life. Along with emotional stress, he points to any kind of inner or outer challenge that pulls us off center.

Everyone experiences some stress every day; when unrelieved, it’s been widely shown to have a huge negative impact on our health. “Imbalance can be negative or positive, and so can stress,” says Chopra.

“Winning the lottery is just as stressful as going through a divorce. So the challenge isn’t to achieve static balance, but to successfully thrive in stressful surroundings.”

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Internal Communiqués

Medical science now generally agrees that the greatest part of the immune system resides in the gut. “We need those trillions of bacteria that live in the digestive tract.

Without them, we are unable to defend ourselves from all types of assaults, including the autoimmune diseases, in which the body turns upon itself,” says Ji.

“The immune system lines the large and small intestines,” says Dr. Susan Blum, of Rye Brook, New York, author of The Immune System Recovery Plan: A Doctor’s 4-Step Program to Treat Autoimmune Disease. “The microbes in the gut lining speak to the immune system. Anything that alters the microbes in negative ways—like antibiotics or viral illness, among others—can also negatively alter the immune system.”

Unavoidable Toxin

We can’t avoid the toxic exposure that underlies much of the immune dysfunction we are experiencing today, says Wendy Myers, a functional diagnostic nutritionist in Los Angeles, California, and author of Limitless Energy: How to Detox Toxic Metals to End Exhaustion and Chronic Fatigue.

“Toxins, especially heavy metals like lead and mercury, are in the air, water and soil.

Since we can’t escape them, we need to know how they are affecting us and work to neutralize them.”

Experts agree that immune challenges can be neutralized and overcome with the right diet and lifestyle, stress management and appropriate supplements to restore and maintain the whole system balance needed to flourish in a world of our own making that stresses us on every level.

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challenge diet in which gluten, dairy, corn, soy and eggs are all eliminated for three weeks. People with arthritis should also eliminate nightshades like tomatoes and potatoes. “Then add back in the eliminated foods one at a time and carefully note the body’s reaction. It’s not that hard to get a clear picture of what aggravates inflammation such as arthritis pain,” Blum says.

The Right Food

Eliminating wheat and dairy can end half of current immune system dysfunction through helping to repair the microbiome and healing the immune system, Ji believes. As one example, “If my mom had known I was allergic to cow’s milk when I was a child, I wouldn’t have suffered for 20 years with bronchial asthma,” he says.

An anti-inflammatory diet also speeds gut healing and strengthens the immune system, says Blum. Highlights of her program for a basic clean-up include

The Right Supplements Multivitamins: “High-quality vitamin

and mineral supplements are foundational to immune health,” Murray says. “Vitamins C, E and B and selenium are especially important.”

Digestive enzymes: “Digestive eliminating anything white (sugar and all products made with flour); eating quality fats (cold-pressed vegetable oils, nuts and seeds); protein (grass-fed beef, organic and free-range poultry, wild game and wildcaught fish); organic fruits and vegetables as much as possible and fermented foods daily; limiting and preferably eliminating dairy; and reading labels and banishing additives, chemicals and processed foods.

According to CDC statistics, almost everyone has some level of immune dysfunction, so this clean-up diet will benefit most of us, Blum says. After a basic regimen of three weeks or longer, she recommends exploring an elimination and

enzymes are key to restoring gut health, and thereby healing the immune system.

They’re useful in reducing immunemediated inflammation in autoimmune disorders,” Murray explains.

Australian research from the Garvan Institute of Medical Research confirms that supporting the immune system helps heal inflammation and autoimmune diseases. Instead, these are commonly treated with immune system suppressants that leave the patient with diminished resistance to other diseases.

Raw foods, especially pineapple and papaya, are good sources of digestive enzymes. They’re also available as supplements.

Prebiotics and probiotics: Prebiotics, plant fibers that ferment in the colon helping to increase desirable bacteria in the gut, and probiotics, live beneficial bacteria, help restore balance in the microbiome, effectively feeding and strengthening the immune system. Myers suggests that declining levels of friendly bacteria in the gut may actually mark the onset of chronic degenerative disease.

Vitamin D: Several studies, including one from Israel, have shown that people with the highest vitamin D levels have the lowest number of upper respiratory infections. “To ensure optimal vitamin D status, many health advocates, myself included, are recently advocating daily dosages of 2,000 to 5,000 international units (IU), even in apparently healthy adults,” Murray says.

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charides; soluble fiber naturally occurring in the cell walls of grains, bacteria, yeast, algae and fungi. Natural sources include oats, barley, seaweed, and shitake and reishi mushrooms. In supplements, look for products extracted by fermentation if grain or yeast is a concern. These sugars are known to help prevent and shorten durations of colds and flu and provide relief for allergies and sinus congestion, and may help regulate an overactive immune response in cases of autoimmune disorders.

Both internal and external factors can affect us all the way to the cellular level.

Chopra says, “You are talking to your genes all the time, and what you say affects every cell in your body. Through lifestyle choices, you can make healing decisions rather than damaging ones.”

Kathleen Barnes is the author of numerous natural health books including The Calcium Lie: What Your Doctor Still Doesn’t Know, with Dr. Robert Thompson. Connect at KathleenBarnes.com.

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Further protection can be found in vitamin D, says Naturopathic Doctor Michael T. Murray. He notes, “It may prove to be more effective and less costly than conventional flu shots.”

If a cold or flu strikes, Murray suggests zinc lozenges. For coughs, German research from the Department of Integrative Gastroenterology at the Kliniken Essen-Mitte shows that a South African medicinal plant, Pelargoniium

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risti Nelson has dedicated her career to leading, funding and strengthening organizations committed to progressive social and spiritual change. Today, at the helm of the Network for Grateful Living, she is helping awaken thousands of people around the world to the life-changing practice of gratefulness. Co-founded by Benedictine monk, teacher and author David Steindl-Rast, the network offers educational programs and practices that inspire and guide a commitment to grateful living, and spark the transformative power of personal and societal responsibility.

Earlier in her career, Nelson founded a values-based fundraising, consulting, training and leadership coaching company, working with groups such as the Institute for Jewish Spirituality, Buddhist Peace Fellowship and the Center for Contemplative Mind in Society. She also served in director-level positions for the Soul of Money Institute, Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health and the Center for Mindfulness in Medicine, Health Care, and Society.

Nelson lives in Western Massachusetts with her family, grateful to be surrounded by the wonders of the natural world and connected to a vibrant, loving and grateful global community.

Why is it helpful to differentiate between gratefulness, gratitude and thanksgiving?

Gratefulness is a proactive orientation to life that originates inside.

You wake with a sense of thankful awareness for the gift of another day, of all the miraculous things your body did overnight to keep you alive and healthy and an all-encompassing sense of the great fullness of life.

Gratitude is more of a response to something going well; anything from receiving the perfect present to five green lights on the way home to beautiful weather. It can become an addictive pursuit to try to get life to deliver something positive again and again, whereas gratefulness emanates from a more unconditional core.

Thanksgiving bubbles up when we’re so filled with a sense of gratefulness—that great fullness—that we overflow into finding ways to express thanks aloud and in actions, such as delivering praise or being of service.

In what way is happiness related to gratefulness?

The truth is that it’s not happiness that makes us grateful, but gratefulness that makes us happy. We can have all the things that should make us happy, and that we wish would make us happy, but unless we feel grateful for what we have, it’s likely nothing will truly make us happy. Happiness can be susceptible to outside circumstance, whereas gratefulness is an orientation we can more consistently maintain.

How do we cultivate gratefulness as a way of being, rather than an intermittent feeling?

It’s a three-step process: stop, look and go.

First, we pause to be present; slow down enough to notice all the things for which we can be grateful.

Second, we enlarge our perspective to take nothing for granted and acknowledge that life is short and uncertain, so we are grateful each day we wake up. This step is also about being aware of our privileges, starting with our ability to see, hear, move about and function. It keeps us aware, awake and alert.

Consider how we feel when electricity returns after an outage or when we can use our hand or foot after a cast comes off. Within minutes, we can forget how appreciative we were for those things, so we need to build reminders into our lives.

Third, we generate possibilities. Find ways to express appreciation or nurture something we care about by engaging in an actively grateful way. Even when we suffer hardship, shifting our awareness to notice whatever is sufficient, abundant and beautiful enables us to be grateful.

This creates a ripple effect, bringing more reasons to be grateful. It’s a radical way to live.

Which other qualities of life that people now seek give you hope?

It gives me hope when people seek contentment. Paradoxically, discontent gives me hope too, because when people recognize injustice and social biases, it pushes us to engage; to stand up and take note of what’s not okay and needs to be changed.

Love also gives me hope, especially when individuals seek to love more generously, inclusively and compassionately. It brings me the most hope of all when I see people building bridges and stretching their own capacity to love beyond their comfort zone.

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eekend athletes, office workers and hobbyists greatly benefit from a balanced array of regular exercises as a preventive measure against injury. In our technological age, repetitive strain injury (RSI) is all too common, and anyone using a computer daily can be at risk. Sedentary lifestyles help set the stage for injury.

RSI is classified as a cumulative trauma disorder that can affect muscles, tendons and nerves of not only the forearm and hand, but also the neck and shoulders. Symptoms may include pain, weakness, numbness or compromised motor control. Carpal tunnel syndrome is just one example.

“Repetitive injuries occur by executing the same motions over and over again with little or no variation, and become syndromes when they occur frequently or chronically,” says Brian Lebo, a strength and conditioning coach and NaturalAwakeningsNNM.com

director of the Athletic Performance Training Center, in North Royalton, Ohio.

RSI Risk Factors

Poor posture, faulty movement technique and lack of periodic breaks from activities can play a major role in developing any form of RSI. “I find that people that maintain a balanced exercise routine tend to do the best in jobs that apply repetitive stresses. People that sit at a desk need core strengthening, flexibility work in the hips, wrists and hands, and work on the neck flexors of the cervical spine,” says Felipe J. Mares, a physical therapist and owner of PT First Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. “People that exercise on a daily basis, regardless of their job, hold up better at work. There’s a lot of stored equity in muscle tissue and strength that comes in handy.”

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suffer from repetitive injuries or RSI because it provides variation from repetitive movement, strengthens muscle and connective tissue, stabilizes joints and improves the body’s response to physical stress. For people with desk jobs, I recommend taking 10 minutes to get up every hour on the hour and move around. Focus on mobility.”

Weekend Warriors

The impulse to get outside, engage in a sport or push through limitations on weekends can lead to injury if exercising is not also part of the work week. “Do something on weekdays to support your weekend activity to prepare and strengthen your body specifically for it,” says Lebo. “For recreational athletes, I recommend performing some type of strength training to support the demands and movement patterns of your activity. For tendinitis or inflammation of the tendons—the most common type of repetitive injury—exercise can reverse or minimize injury following appropriate rest, together with physical therapy when indicated.”

Basic strength training, maintaining a healthy weight and staying hydrated all help prevent injury and decrease the risk of reoccurrence.“Repetitive injuries that I see often are iliotibial band syndrome, patellofemoral syndrome, lower back pain and rotator cuff injuries. The main cause of these is overuse, faulty alignment and muscle compensation,” says Brooke Taylor, a functional training expert and owner of Taylored Fitness NY Ltd., in New York City.

“Functional training engages the body in multiplanar movements that simulate everyday motions. This forces the body to work as one unit, as opposed to isolating various body parts. The beauty is that with a well-designed program, you leave no muscle untouched. Functional training is beneficial for everyone, and one hour of training a day can make a huge difference. Get out and explore different activities and work opposing muscles. Make all parts of the body work as one,” counsels Taylor.

Whether injuries occur at the desk, on the soccer field or not at all, keeping the body fit is key. Mares reminds us that exercise is like sleep—something we all need and cannot avoid, saying, “Exercise is the great equalizer in life.”

Marlaina Donato is a freelance writer and authors books related to the fields of alternative health and spirituality. Connect at MarlainaDonato.com.

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mericans trust bottled more than tap water, but that confidence might work better if reversed. The Environmental Working Group (EWG) notes that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) monitors tap water for more than 90 contaminants, and it must meet the strict standards of the Safe Drinking Water Act of 1974. Nationally distributed bottled water, under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, isn’t as carefully or frequently checked.

A quarter of all bottled water is actually filtered tap water, reports the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC).

Concern about safe tap water is relatively recent—in the 1960s, for instance, people worried more about fluoridation than contamination. But since 1990, partly driven by bottled water ads, Gallup polls have shown tap water concerns rising; 63 percent of us now worry about our drinking water “a great deal”.

Bottled water is usually safe to drink, but isn’t environmentally friendly. Plastic bottle production in the U.S. requires 17.6 million barrels of oil annually, reports the nonprofit Riverkeeper; plus the energy used to transport it to market, refrigerate NaturalAwakeningsNNM.com

it and collect the empties equals filling the bottles a quarter full of oil. Then, 77 percent of discards end up in the landfill. the Earth Day Network reports.

Retail costs range from 89 cents a serving to $8 a gallon for designer water, averaging $1.11 a gallon, compared to .002 cents per gallon for tap water.

What’s in Tap Water Legitimate concerns about tap water exist, mostly because homes built before 1986 likely have lead in their pipes, solder and fixtures, possibly contaminating municipally sourced water. Well water is also susceptible to outside contamination from chemicals and microorganisms that must be monitored.

Because lead accumulates in stagnated water in pipes, run the water until it gets as cold as possible; up to two minutes if the taps haven’t been turned on in six hours or more. Other chemicals found in tap water include low levels of chlorine, arsenic, nitrates, atrazine, perchlorate and pathogens, reports the NRDC. Pharmaceutical products can also get into tap water, warns the World Health Organization (WHO).

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eastern University, in Boston, showed small quantities of toxic chemicals in tap water serving 15 million Americans in 27 states.

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Filter Options Filters can allay tap water worries from municipal or well supplies.

Several types—tap-mounted, under-sink and pitchers—are effective and affordable, ranging from $20 to $300. Seek filters certified by the National Sanitation Foundation (NSF) testing agency that check for specific contaminants of concern.

NSF-42 coding certifies filters that improve water taste and remove both chlorine and particulate matter. NSF-53 is more stringent and requires removal of metals and harmful chemicals.

The highest standard, NSF-401, covers filters that eliminate bacteria, pesticides/herbicides and residue from drugs like ibuprofen.

Activated carbon filters, which require regular replacement cartridges, remove large particles like sediment and silt. Reverse osmosis filters remove dissolved inorganic solids (including salts) by pushing tap water through a semi-permeable membrane.

Ultraviolet water purification is effective at treating bacteria and viruses, but not contaminants such as chlorine, volatile organic compounds or heavy metals.

Charcoal pitcher filters are the most common, easiest to use and least expensive, although cartridges add to the cost and are only effective for processing about 40 gallons each. To save money, DIY products allow individuals to refill used cartridges with new activated charcoal. Filter pitchers need to be cleaned regularly because the charcoal can leak, producing mildew, calcium and grime.

Faucet-mounted models are easy to install and can be switched easily from filtered to unfiltered water (e.g., for washing up). Under-sink filters and cartridges are effective for up to 200 gallons, but more challenging to install. Connecting to refrigerators and ice makers makes installation more complex, and leakage can be an issue; countertop filters take up space, but are less likely to clog.

Consumer Reports says reverse osmosis filters are effective at removing contaminants, but can operate slowly, consume cabinet space, need periodic cleaning with bleach and create three to five gallons of wastewater for every gallon filtered.

WHO indicates that conventional municipal water treatment processes can remove about half of the compounds associated with pharmaceutical drugs. Advanced treatment like reverse osmosis and nanofiltration can be more efficient, removing up to 99 percent of large pharmaceutical molecules.

The first step is a water test. Some state and local health departments offer free test kits and they are also sold at hardware stores. Certified laboratories test tap water samples, with information often available from the local water provider.

Find a state-by-state list of certified labs plus program contacts at Tinyurl.com/DrinkingWaterCertificationInfo. The EPA Safe Drinking Water Hotline is 800-426-4791.

Jim Motavalli, of Fairfield, CT, is an author, freelance journalist and speaker specializing in clean automotive and other environmental topics. Connect at JimMotavalli.com.

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yths abound regarding proper hydration—many of them encouraged by purveyors of bottled water. Gauge personal hydration know-how by answering these true-or-false questions.

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If we’re thirsty, we’re already dehydrated.

True. Our kidneys let us know when we need water by sending a “thirsty” message to the brain. “If you ignore that warning, it will go away and other symptoms will occur, such as headache, brain fog, muscle cramps and dry, cool skin, making the dehydration more serious,” warns Chiropractor Livia Valle, of Valins Chiropractic, in Smithtown, New York.

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We must drink eight glasses of water every day.

False. Eating fruits and vegetables also bolsters hydration (watermelon and spinach are almost 100 percent water by weight), as do milk, juice and herbal tea, advises the Mayo Clinic.

3

It’s impossible to overhydrate.

False. Although rare, hyponatremia can result from some diseases, medications and consuming too much water too quickly, causing sodium (salt) levels to plummet; this can lead to nausea and coma, to which marathon runners can be prone (WebMD.com).

4

Electrolyte-enhanced drinks beat out water.

False. Experts say that for most people most of the time, plain water hydrates just as well, which is good news, considering the sugar and artificial dyes in Gatorade and similar electrolyte drinks. Even for athletes, hydrating with electrolytes is called for only after more than an hour of intense, sweaty exercise, according to the American College of Sports Medicine. If concerned about hydrating on an active, steamy day, consider stirring additive- and sugar-free electrolyte tablets or powder into water.

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Caffeine causes dehydration.

False. A UK University of Birmingham study of 50 people that drank three to six cups of coffee daily found no significant effects on hydration—perhaps because the water in coffee and tea makes up for any dehydrating effects.

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The volume of urine is a better hydration indicator than its color.

True. “Urine color varies based on many factors, including diet,” says exercise physiologist Mary Jayne Rogers, Ph.D., of Albuquerque, New Mexico. “But if you are not producing much urine, it can be a sign that your body is clinging to water and may need more.”

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nplugging with creative and fun activities fosters skills that can last a lifetime. Studies published by the National Endowment for the Arts Office of Research & Analysis show that participating in performing and visual arts enhances children’s social skills and emotional processing, builds confidence and improves academic aptitude.

“Not every child needs to play a team sport. Team experiences such as working with peers toward a goal, learning to win and lose gracefully and to get along with others can also be learned through the arts,” explains Antonella D’Aloia, a developmental and expressive art teacher with The Whole Child, in Upton, Massachusetts. “Both crafts and expressive artistic creation have huge benefits because they’re usually seen as nonthreatening activities, especially for kids with anxiety or on the autism spectrum. Art offers a safe place in which they can hone new responses to difficult feelings.”

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Weaving, scrapbooking, making friendship bracelets and other art projects involving organic or re-usable materials can demonstrate sustainability while teaching children how to follow directions, cultivate patience and strategize. Healthy cooking classes are a creatively engaging avenue for youths to learn about connections between a healthy Earth and maintaining personal health. Expressing themselves through the visual arts, drama and dance promotes problem-solving and innovation, as does joining a science or Lego club.

“It doesn’t have to cost a lot of money to try new things,” stresses D’Aloia. “Go to local school concerts, plays and art exhibits. Look for public art in your area. Local libraries often offer great activities for kids.”

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Instilling mindfulness in children can be both fruitful and far-reaching. “Origami—

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the Japanese art of paper folding without cuts or glue—is a quintessential hobby for centeredness. The act of folding paper is so engrossing that one is very present and in the moment,” says Kathleen Sheridan, origami master and founder of Origami and You, in St. Paul, Minnesota. “Origami stimulates both sides of the brain and helps to build self-esteem. Most of all, it’s fun, portable and inexpensive.”

Fostering imagination and using the written word through journaling or storytelling nourishes a child’s inner world. “Creating a short story requires divergent thinking; young writers use their imaginations to generate unique ideas for characters, settings, plots and conflicts. We help

them think deeply, write authentically and respect the perspectives of others, while learning to create and share their own stories and experiences,” explains Kimberly O’Connor, young writers program director at Lighthouse Writers Workshops, in Denver, Colorado.

“Expressing the exact shape of an iris or the sound of a cricket, for example, requires intense curiosity and attention, two qualities that can serve children and teens indefinitely,” she explains. Such skills can help students anywhere—in the classroom, on the sports field and later, when they begin to search for and find jobs.

According to Stanford University research published in the Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences, learning an instrument helps to improve children’s reading skills, especially those struggling with dyslexia and other learning challenges. Researchers at the German Institute for Economic Research revealed that learning music amplifies cognitive and non-cognitive skills twice as much as engaging in sports, dance or theater arts.

The Wellbeing Project, in Great Britain, has inspired activities such as sewing to benefit well-being. According to research published in the Journal of Public Health, quilting boosts cognitive ability, emotional equilibrium and creativity.

Introducing life skills and hobbies that nourish selfhood can be one of our greatest gifts to the next generation. D’Aloia remarks, “Helping our children to express who they are, rather than who we expect them to be, is the most powerful thing we can do.”

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nimals have performed massage on themselves or others since the dawn of time through natural grooming behaviors,” reports the Northwest School of Animal Massage, in Vashon, Washington. “Any animal’s quality of life can be enhanced with massage.”

Therapeutic Massage Results

“Maintenance massage is great for helping your pet stay at their peak level of health for as long as possible. It’s also a great tool for monitoring and early detection,” says Kim Tews, a certified small animal massage practitioner located near Portland, Oregon.

Jonathan Rudinger, a registered nurse, licensed massage therapist and authority on canine massage in Toledo, Ohio, explains that massage supports oxygen exchange, helping animals to breathe more deeply, and even encourages coughing to loosen phlegm and debris in the lungs.

Increasing both blood and lymphatic circulation is another benefit. “Manual lymphatic drainage massage is a good immune booster, and benefits pets of all breeds and ages,” says Tews. Massage shortens postoperative recovery time for pets and helps decrease inflammation and pain while lowering blood pressure and working to normalize breathing patterns and digestion.

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For dogs with arthritis, Rudinger says that massage works to increase the natural fluids within the dog’s body, along with improving lymph and blood circulation and hormone and energy flow. When it comes to sporting events and intense recreation, massage can be used to increase blood flow to muscles beforehand and reduce muscle soreness afterward.

Massage is a comfort for beloved dogs receiving treatment for a terminal illness or palliative care. The practice can also reduce the need for pain medication, decrease metabolic end products in tissues, ease constipation and feelings of anxiety and isolation, and instill greater peace.

Behavioral Results

Massage therapist Michelle Rivera with the Healing Oasis Wellness Center, in Sturtevant, Wisconsin, remarks in the journal Integrative Veterinary Care, “It was in China that I learned that many behavioral problems can also be alleviated or eliminated with the addition of massage therapy.

In my own practice, the majority of issues I successfully work with using massage are behavior problems and seizures.”

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can clear physiological energy blocks. His approach with dogs is to work on the stomach energy meridian, which flows down around the mouth, down both sides of the midline and underneath the abdominal side of the body. It ends up around the anus, beneath the animal’s tail.

As the meridian is associated with the emotional brain or limbic system, working on this area is particularly useful for dogs that are fear-biters, food- or dog-aggressive, have separation anxiety or problems with their gastrointestinal tract.

Generally speaking, dog massage can be a useful tool for stress relief and relaxation.

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An integrative veterinarian can provide advice and recommend an experienced area canine massage therapist to treat an animal’s specific need. At-home or in-clinic sessions may last from 30 to 80 minutes.

Having a family member massage a pet can add calming and bonding benefits, especially in palliative care. A workshop or continuing education course will teach basic to advanced hands-on massage skills.

Offering the benefits of therapeutic massage to a dog is one of the greatest gifts we can give to support their happiness and quality of life. It can also work wonders for cats.

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lthough the method of massage and results can be similar to that for dogs, cats have their own rules about how they are touched. “Every massage must be individualized,” says Katie Mehrtens, owner of The Right Spot Pet Massage, near Chicago, and a nationally certified small animal massage therapist. “Cats are typically more sensitive to touch than dogs, and can become overstimulated. I am hyperaware of the cat’s reactions, and often give them more breaks to avoid stress,” she says.

“If your cat doesn’t like to be touched, you just haven’t figured out the best moves yet,” advises Maryjean Ballner, a massage therapist in Santa Barbara, California. “Common mistakes include rubbing, instead of caressing, and going too fast. Felines get the reputation they’re difficult. Pay attention to the basics.”

“Although many bones and muscles in cats and dogs have the same names and locations, they may not be identical in physical

appearance or function,” Mehrtens says.

“A cat’s skeleton is slender, with lean, fluid muscles designed for leaping distances with stealth and agility. They’re likely to experience less wear and tear on joints than dogs.”

Ballner offers tips to let the cat be the teacher as to what works best: n Get down to their level. n Approach at shoulder height, not the top of the head. n Caress using full palms, not just fingertips. Slower is safe, enjoyable and desirable. n Caress under the chin and around the cheeks using finger pads and full palms or the flat area between the knuckles. n Focus totally on the cat for four minutes. Make it routine. n Voice soft, soothing, low-tone phrases— not baby talk; maybe repeating, “Oh, you good boy, good boy.”

Susi Rosinski, a certified feline, canine and equine massage therapist and owner of Ancient Far East Healing Arts, in Tonawanda, New York, offers, “Most of my [feline] clients have joint pain or back mobility difficulties. Working on legs and joints after they’re fully relaxed helps them, as well as being safer for me, as I slowly add pressure to the areas where they need it most.”

“For four minutes a day, cat massage is therapeutic, whether it’s for you or the cat,” says Ballner.

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In grocery stores, look for cellophane packaging made from corn, wheat or potatoes that replaces traditional plastic packaging used for candy, spices, nuts, produce and bath products. Cellulose, made from sustainably harvested wood pulp, one of nature’s most abundant materials, makes for a sturdy bio- and marine-degradable bag that is suitable for home composting. Resistant to oil, fat and grease, it is also microwavable and oven-safe at low temperatures.

Fenugreen uses antibacterial, antifungal spices infused into a tea that is soaked into clean, biodegradable FreshPaper. It works in conjunction with store packaging or storage containers to keep bread, fruit, vegetables and cheese fresh. Kavita Shukla, founder and CEO, says, “Each paper lasts about a month.

A distinct, maple-like scent says the paper is actively working to keep food fresh two to four times longer than usual, preventing food waste due to spoilage.”

Quinn Snacks’ revolutionary Pure Pop Bag of microwave popcorn contains no genetically modified corn, synthetic chemicals or plastic coatings, so unlike other brands, its packaging is compostable and biodegradable. Consumers add the included salt and spices after the popping, allowing the addition of natural ingredients while maintaining the integrity of the food’s natural oil and flavor.

Food carry-out used to mean polystyrene (Styrofoam) containers, but now consumers have the safer option of pulp products that break down completely in backyard compost heaps or through commercial recycling. The pulp comes from North American-sourced hardwoods, which reduces its travel footprint and supports environmentally aware suppliers.

Mycelium, another Styrofoam substitute, uses mushroom roots as glue to hold together other sustainable, compostable agriculture byproducts like corn stalks. The result creates shipping materials that cradle wine bottles, computers and other fragile items to prevent breakage.

In beauty products, look for refillable glass jars. While glass is endlessly recyclable, it carries a large carbon footprint.

Glass is heavy and must be transported, sometimes out of state, to reach a treatment plant. Furnaces capable of melting glass containers must run nonstop at about 2,600 degrees Fahrenheit. Taking the time to refill glass jars saves energy and prevents greenhouse gas emissions.

Some personal products such as deodorant are available in paper pushup tubes. Standard plastic tubes can be difficult to empty completely and are sometimes made of more than one type of plastic, which makes them non-recyclable.

Eco-friendly packaging can be especially challenging for small businesses.

Katherine Dexter, owner of Wild House Body Care, in College Station, Texas, says, “I needed a green product that was oilproof and waterproof. One of the best I’ve found for wrapping solid lotion bars is an unbleached, soy waxed paper. It works as effectively as paraffin-coated waxed paper and is 100 percent biodegradable.” She uses sustainable and natural materials for all of her product packaging.

As part of the adult coloring book craze, Najeeb Kahn, founder of the Monthly Coloring Club, noticed books were shipped shrink-wrapped, so the club has switched to compostable and recycled rigid cardboard mailers.

Online mattress sales have increased from a 5 percent market share in 2016 to 10 percent in 2017, thanks to moneyback guarantees, free in-home trials and innovative compressed mattress-in-a-box delivery. A mattress is squashed to fit in a box measuring 18 by 44 inches; about the size of a medium file cabinet. One person can easily carry it up stairs or around corners. Released from the box, the foam mattress expands to normal size in eight to 12 hours. The cardboard package can be reused or recycled.

Email manufacturers to either congratulate them on better choices or complain about excess. Each purchase voices an opinion. Let’s make it count.

Connect with the freelance writer via AveryMack@mindspring.com.

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THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 1

PSYCHIC FAIR – 12-5pm. Rev Marya O’Malley, Susan Zummo, Donna Lindbloom - intuitive readings $20 ($1.00/min). Teresa Betcher, M.S.W Astrology $1/min. Susan Zummo, Soma Pi healing, $15.

Lizz Naughton, energy medicine. Free entry. 7401 San Pedro NE, Albuquerque. 505-453-7646. Michelle@ resonantessentials.com. ResonantEssentials.net.

Prana Blessings Opening – 10am-6pm. The metaphysical retail shop and healing hub is a group of creatives and healers offering products and services to assist individuals on their journey of personal and spiritual growth. Prana Blessings, 1925 Rosina St, Unit C, Santa Fe. 505-772-0171.

PranaBlessings.com.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 4 Astrology Discussion Group – 11am-12:30pm.

Astrology rules various body functions from head to toe. Learn where your strongest and weakest areas are in your body with astrology. Join us for a roundtable discussion. All levels welcome. Donations.

Church of Light, 2119 Gold Ave (near UNM), Albuquerque. 505-247-1338. ChurchOfLight@light.org.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 5 Flow Yoga Basics – 6-7pm. Six week course. No class Nov 19. Breathwork, sun salutations, relaxation. Julie will guide you through the postures of a basic sun salutation, beginner breathing exercises, and savasana. $45. New Mexico School of Yoga, 1111 Carlisle Blvd SE, Albuquerque. 505-268-0918.

NMSchoolOfYoga.com/Calendar/Flow-YogaBasics/2018-11-05/.

Me Too, You Too, Let Go, Lift Up – 6-8pm Our culture and world are lighting up old memories these days. Give yourself an assist in this workshop via simple energy awareness and breath. Validate your seniority and the lightness of being. $20. Deep Roots Psychic Studio, 4195 Via Alegria, Santa Fe. 505-927-5407. DeepRootsStudio.com.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 6 YOGA FOR INFLEXIBLE ATHLETES – 6-7 pm. Six week course to help you with your sport by enhancing athletic performance, preventing injuries and increasing flexibility. Cross train with yoga. $45. New Mexico School of Yoga, 1111 Carlisle Blvd SE, Albuquerque. 505-268-0918.

NMSchoolOfYoga.com/Calendar/Yoga-ForAthletes/2018-10-09/.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 7 HOLIDAY VINYASA YOGA – 6-7pm. Six week course. Escape from the over-stimulation and business of the holiday season with this nourishing and centering Prana Vinyasa Flow course. Come back to yourself and your practice, and take time for you. $45. New Mexico School of Yoga, 1111 Carlisle Blvd SE, Albuquerque. 505-268-0918.

NMSchoolOfYoga.com/Calendar/Holiday-FlowYoga-A-6-Week-Series/2018-11-07/.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 9 LIVING AS THE OPEN HAND OF LOVE PUBLIC MEETINGS – Nov 9 & 10. Fri, 7-9pm; Sat, 10am-5pm. W/Amoda Maa, spiritual teacher and author of Embodied Enlightenment.$16.13. Mesa Vista Wellness, 4001 Office Court Dr, #102, Santa Fe. 505-983-8225. Register: AmodaMaa.com.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 12 You’re Not Crazy, You’re Just Psychic: An Intuitive Sampler – 6-7:30pm. In this workshop, practice easy visualizations to clear the heart and mind. Rinse off the heavy burden of the outer world. Facilitated by clairvoyant healer & instructor Lisa Pelletier. $20.

Railyard Community Room, 701 Callejon, Santa Fe. 505-927-5407. DeepRootsStudio.com.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 17 Psychic Fair – 11am-4pm. More than a psychic fair, meet healers and experience the new circle of healing for mind, body and spirit. Intuitive readings $20 ($1/min) - Rev O’Malley; Dominion Tarot; Michelle Vidal. Limpia and many other modalities available.

Free entry. Resonant Essentials, 7413 Menaul Blvd NE, Albuquerque. RSVP: 505-453-7646. Michelle@ resonantessentials.com. ResonantEssentials.net.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 18 Sagittarius Thanksgiving Service – 11am-12:30m.

Jupiter rules Sagittarius and it is at this time we celebrate the abundance of Jupiter in a Thanksgiving service. Learn where your Sagittarius is located and then join us for a Thanksgiving potluck afterwards.

All levels welcome. Donations. Church of Light, 2119 Gold Ave (near UNM), Albuquerque. 505247-1338. ChurchOfLight@light.org.

Foundations of Psychic Development and Mediumship – 12-4pm. Prominent UK psychic medium Audrey Wilson. Learn the difference between psychic and mediumship skills. Discover your own abilities and enhance/master the abilities you already have. $50/early bird, $65/door. Reserve your seat AudesWork@gmail.com. Resonant Essentials, 7413 Menaul Blvd NE, Albuquerque. RSVP: 505-453-7646. Michelle@resonantessentials.com.

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THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 22 ThanksLiving Potluck – 12pm. Please bring an 8-serving dish (no meat, fish, dairy, eggs or honey) and recipe (for those with allergies or to prepare the dish) and a place setting for each attendee. The Center for Progress and Justice, 1710 Cerrillos Rd, Santa Fe. 505-690-1859.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 24 Metaphysics for a Complicated World: Chakras – 10am-12pm. As we become more enlightened chakras stabilize, operate more fully in the open position. Being able to recognize a chakra as opened or is slow helps us to bring forth correction. $26. Resonant Essentials, 7413 Menaul Blvd NE, Albuquerque. RSVP: 505-453-7646. Michelle@ resonantessentials.com. ResonantEssentials.net.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 30 Recycle Santa Fe Art Festival – Nov 30-Dec 2.

Fri, 5-9pm; Sat, 9am-5pm; Sun, 10am-5pm. The festival celebrates its 20th anniversary this year. $5/Fri (tickets to the fashion show sold through the Lensic box office 505-988-1234), free/Sat & Sun. Santa Fe Community Convention Center, 201 W March St, Santa Fe. RecycleSantaFe.org.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 1 Reiki Class – 9am-4:30pm. Become a certified healing practitioner in this life-changing class. Reiki master Jan Walker has been teaching all 3 levels of the Usui method since 1993. Preregistration required. $175. St.Thomas Episcopal Church, 425 University Blvd NE, Albuquerque. 505-834-5440.

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save the date SATURDAY, JANUARY 5

Become an Intuitive Practitioner – 24 Saturday Tele-classes, 12-2pm + 2 on-site retreats, Become an Intuitive Practitioner (or simply transform your life!) – Called to take the next step? In this unique and deeply transformational training we will merge with our higher selves, connect deeply with the Earth and - during our retreat time - with equines, to identify and strengthen our unique intuitive gifts. Perfect for empaths, whether you already work with clients, wish to start your own intuitive healing practice, or simply desire to become master of your own energy. Space is intentionally extremely limited. Payment plan & Early Bird Discount Available. Call for pricing, Your Divine Light at Unicorn Mesa, LLC. 505-438-1074. Info@YourDivineLight.biz.

YourDivineLight.biz.

save the date FEBRUARY 23-24 The 2019 NM Wellness Symposium will be held February 23-24, 2019 at the Santa Ana Hotel.

Register early, the 2018 event sold out quickly.

The event should have over 350 practitioners, patients and clients. Visit www. NMWellnessSympoisum.com for more information.

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daily(all month) Horses Can Lead The Way – By appointment.

Horses can lead the way through your self-doubt and lack of clarity. Experience equine guided healing, a powerful alternative coaching/counseling approach, with Lynn Clifford, LMHC. No experience needed; all unmounted. 505-231-5353. LynnClifford.com.

Horses & Donkeys Helping You – By appt. Equine assisted healing sessions allow you to relieve stress, grief, PTSD; embrace health, confidence, joy, peace, empowerment & your inner wisdom. New client & package discounts. $199/new client special (reg $260). Your Divine Light at Unicorn Mesa, LLC, 505-438-1074. Info@YourDivineLight.biz.

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Intuitive Healing Sessions for Empaths – by appt.

Overwhelmed? Mysterious physical symptoms?

Learn to manage your gift of sensitivity so that it will support you in every area of your life for ultimate health, energy and empowerment. $100/ hr special during student clinicals, Your Divine Light at Unicorn Mesa, LLC, 505-438-1074. Info@

YourDivineLight.biz. YourDivineLight.biz.

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Transitions Radio Magazine – 9-10am. Celebrating the Voices of Love and Presence for 34 years.

Whole Brain Radio with insightful, empowering interviews and stimulating and relaxing music tracks.

Shows archived at TransRadio.com. Free. KBAC 98.1 FM. 505-670-1167. TransitionsMedia.com.

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Intuitive Readings, Coaching and Animal Communication – 9am-5pm. Galaya, intuitive and animal communicator, offers practical solutions for health, relationships, career, business and pets.

Appointments: 505-466-3764. ConsultGalaya.com.

Free Healings Happen – 6-7pm. 1st & 3rd Thur.

Drop-in anytime and receive a short aura and chakra healing. Have your current growth! Get a next step validating your spiritual path. Free. Deep Roots Psychic Studio, 4195 Via Alegria, Santa Fe. 505927-5407. DeepRootsStudio.com.

Qigong & Healing From Within – 10:30am-12pm.

Taoist, yogic and shamanic practices cultivate vitality, inner strength and awareness with energy healing, movement, sound, breathwork and meditation. $15, free/first class. Blue Moon Yoga, 826 Camino De Monte Rey, A5, Santa Fe. Allison Lasky: 505984-8733. AllisonLasky.com.

Do you have what it takes to be a Natural Awakenings publisher?

friday Your Authentic Self is Calling – By appointment. Authentic life coaching and counseling sessions with Lynn Clifford, MA, LMHC. Topics may include self- care and sustainability, relaxation, mindfulness, prioritization, and relationship issues. Sliding scale fee available. Santa Fe office just off Route 25 near the hospital. 505-231-5353.

LynnClifford.com Intuition & Energy: Basic Tools for Owning & Healing Your Space – Thru Dec 14. 10:30am.

Learn fun & easy exercises. Your take-away is an “energetic toolkit.” Manage your own energy, transforming that which no longer serves you into well-being and enthusiasm. No class on Nov. 23.

Experience your intuition and energy awareness. $150. Deep Roots Psychic Studio, 4195 Via Alegria, Santa Fe. 505-927-5407. DeepRootsStudio.com.

saturday The Denver Mile High edition of Natural Awakenings is for sale.This is a meaningful home-based business opportunity. No previous publishing experience is required. Extensive training & ongoing support is provided.

Learn more today!

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Qigong in the Park – 9-10am. Enjoy a vitalizing Qigong practice with certified Qigong instructor Loretta Shiver. Free. Altura Park, Morningside & Hannett NE, Albuquerque. 505-681-1924.

QigongInThePark.com.

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EXPERIENCE REIKI ENERGY HEALING AND THAI MASSAGE – Reiki Healing: A Japanese technique that interacts with the life force energy that flows within us. Reiki treats the whole person including body, emotions, mind and spirit. Thai Massage: A unique healing art that combines stretching with massage of the muscles, tendons, pressure points and meridians.

Body and Mind Wellness, 2305 San Pedro Drive, NE, Albuquerque, 505-382-3406.

community resource guide ACCESS CONSCIOUSNESS ACCESS BARS

Janice Biondo, Coaching & Empowerment 505-633-6895 Janice @JaniceBiondo.com

Would you enjoy a quieter mind and melt into more relaxation and ease?

Experience Access Bars, a nurturing, soothing healing process. All inquiries welcome!

AKASHIC RECORD READINGS LEA BETH LADUE Earth Angel Tools 505-269-1778 leabeth@me.com

Tired of repeating old karmic patterns? Ready to see who you are at soul level, so you can start living your Divinity?

Call, email or text me for more info.

ASTROLOGY CLASSES CHURCH OF LIGHT

2119 Gold Ave SE, Albuquerque 505-247-1338 • Light.org Learning your personal astrology is fun in the casual environment of our discussion group. We blend Hermetic Astrology with Egyptian Tarot.

Beginners thru advanced are all welcome. Donations accepted. Come join us on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of every month at 11am for a lively discussion of what makes you unique! See ad, page 11.

BODYWORK & AYURVEDA BLUE DESERT HALE

Leila G. von Stein Jesse R. Thomas Escobosa, NM bluedeserthale@gmail.com BlueDesert.org Offering classes and sessions in Massage and Bodywork, Cranio Sacral Therapy, Ayurveda and Marma Therapy, and Reiki. Space also available for groups.

BRENNAN HEALING SCIENCE NINA TWOMBLY

Insight Healing Arts 505-919-8296 - Santa Fe Nina@NinaTWombly.com

Are you ready to attract sustainable love that lasts? Contact me to discover and transform the patterns that are keeping you from experiencing the relationship you want.

CBD AND WELLNESS PRODUCTS SACRED WELLNESS

1300 Luisa St, Ste 4, Santa Fe 505-257-3733 3600 Cutler Ave (Green Jeans), ABQ 505-336-0900 642 S Alameda, Las Cruces 505-300-0154 • SacredWellnessNM.com

We’re proud to offer the highest quality earth-based medicine and high frequency wellness products for human and animal health, healing, growth and evolution. We provide certified organic full-spectrum regionally-sourced CBD (cannabidiol) products, essential oils, flower and gem essences, stones and semi-precious gems, high frequency tools, sound healing supplies, artwork, clothing, jewelry, books and other wellness products.

CLAIRVOYANT READINGS REVEREND ELIZABETH BROWNRIGG

575-758-2758 egb@elizabethbrownrigg.com ReverendElizabethBrownrigg.com From a meditative space, I look for pertinent information to help you remove blocks that keep you from living the life you want. I complete the reading with a healing, replacing old beliefs and energy patterns with new ones that align with your current goals. I absolutely love this work, and I’ve been helping people this way for 20+ years. See ad, page 28.

NA Fun Fact: Natural Awakenings’ free app has been downloaded by more than 40,000 iPhone users and is now available on the Android platform.

To advertise with us, call 505-999-1319.

COACHING AND PERSONAL GROWTH PHYLLIS L. CLAY, PH.D.

505-918-4388 • Albuquerque SynthesisIntl@aol.com When you are serious about making an internal shift in your life, that’s the time to call me for coaching. We’re not talking about pushing beyond your limits.

However, we are talking about life change. If we work together, I commit to supporting you. You won’t regret it. See ad, page 31.

COUNSELING BETHANY MOORE-GARRISON, MA, LMHC

1413 2nd St. #4, Santa Fe, NM 87505 505-303-0820 creativerenewalcenter.com Experiencing Infertility, IVF, Alternative Family Building? Get support from a trained & licensed professional that has the experience and understanding to help you move through this transformational journey with Grace & Ease.

It is possible to feel inspired & hopeful again. You can create the family you long for!

HERBAL MEDICINE SONIA MASOCCO PHYTOTHERAPY 11930 Menaul Blvd NE, Ste 219 Albuquerque 505- 296-5737 SoniaMasocco.com

Sonia Masocco Phytotherapy is a herbal practice & apothecary specializing in Ayurveda and Clinical Herbalism.

We carry a wide variety of herbs, tinctures, distillates & preparations and we fill custom orders.

HOLISTIC ENTREPRENEURSHIP HOLISTIC BUSINESS COACHING, MASTERMIND & NETWORKING Santa Fe & Albuquerque (505) 675-0646 HolisticAuthority.org

Soul-focused executive coaching, leadership training and business incubator. Achieve the confidence, determination and skills to create, strengthen and grow your holistic, green, spiritual and/or heart-centered business.

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HOT STONE MASSAGE RIVER STONE

Cate Clark, LMT Albuquerque - 505-401-4015 RiverStoneCate.com Lusciously Integrated Hot Stone Massage to melt away the over-stimulations of a frantic world!

Fragrance-free and non-judgmental, your Sea of Tranquility is located east of Old Town in quiet, historic neighborhood. Empathic Bodywork and Highly Sensitive Massage since 1991.

HYPNOTHERAPY CLARK BRESLIN HYPNOTHERAPY

3620 Wyoming Blvd NE, Ste L-10 Albuquerque - 505- 435-1565 ClarkBreslinHypnotherapy.com Certified Medical Support Clinical Hypnotherapist; Fellow with the International Board of Hypnotherapy. 500 hours of training in Integrative Hypnotherapy at the Hypnotherapy Academy of America. Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist, Certified Medical Support Clinical Hypnotherapist, and Natal & Past Life Regressionist. See ad, page 4.

INTUITIVE CONSULTATIONS GALAYA-INTUITIVE RESOURCES 505-466-3764 • Santa Fe ConsultGalaya.com RGalaxy@juno.com

Find clarity, insight and inspiration! Intuitive readings, coaching and animal communication. Clarify life choices and decisions. Activate practical solutions for your health, relationships, career and business.In-person and by phone consultations available by appointment.

INTUITIVE GUIDE CERTIFICATION & EQUINE THERAPY YOUR DIVINE LIGHT@UNICORN MESA

Chantal Fidanza 505-438-1074 - Santa Fe YourDivineLight.biz Offering Intuitive Guide Certification, Tele-courses, Intuitive Healing Sessions, and Empath Support (both with and without equines) at my peaceful, mountain-view setting, or via phone.

Everything I teach I continue to walk on my own path and offer with the intention of empowering others to anchor their divine light and trust their own inner wisdom. Special support for empaths, those particularly sensitive to energy. Discounted Session Packages for ongoing support available.

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LIFE COACHING & COUNSELING LYNN CLIFFORD, MA, LMHC

Your Authentic Life Coaching & Counseling 505-231-5353 - Santa Fe LynnClifford.com In this beautiful yet busy world, experience unique transformation, where authenticity and self-care serve as your compass; compassion and curiosity guide your way.

Sessions connect people with their optimal selves via inner guidance, creative process, the natural world, and/or other sentient beings, including horses. (Unmounted. No experience needed.) Phone, Skype and in person. See ad, page 9.

MEDICAL CANNABIS SACRED GARDEN

505-216-9686 1300 Luisa St, Ste 1, Santa Fe 505-257-3733 3600 Cutler Ave (Green Jeans), ABQ 505-336-0900 616 San Mateo Blvd. NE, ABQ 505- 257-3747 642 S Alameda, Las Cruces 505-300-0154 SacredGardenNM.com Sacred Garden takes pride in growing cannabis as a safe alternative to pharmaceutical drug therapies. Applicable for a wide spectrum of medical conditions, cannabis has assisted the health of countless people. We offer many different delivery methods, such as flowering buds, edibles, concentrates, oils, tinctures and salves. Our heart-based staff will help you find what works best for you and your needs. See ad, page 3.

NATURAL/ORGANIC FOOD MARKET LA MONTANITA CO-OP NATURAL

& ORGANIC FOOD MARKET ABQ/Santa Fe/Gallup • LaMontanita.coop New Mexico’s largest community owned natural and organic grocer, with locations in Albuquerque, Santa Fe and Gallup. All our stores are open to the public. You don’t have to be a member to shop, but if you are, you’ll save even more. La Montañita believes in the shared benefits of healthy food, sound environmental practices and a strong local economy. Stop by and shop with us today! See ad, page 17.

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PSYCHIC/MEDIUM READINGS ELIZABETH ANGLIN

505-908-9558 • Info@ElizabethAnglin.com ElizabethAnglin.com Spirit mediumship, psychic readings, animal communication, medical intuition, Akashic records and energy healing.

Sessions help optimize physical and emotional wellness, with clarity and peace.

QUARTZ CRYSTAL THERAPY JOANNA LUJAN

Deep See Artista 505-333-9018 - Albuquerque DeepSeeArtista@gmail.com

Spiritual Guidance, Energy Healing, Chakra activations / healings, Shamanic Soul readings, Herbal Practitioner, Sacred Plant Counsel, Holistic Health and Nutrition, Traditional Indigenous New Mexican Curanderismo Lineage of Healers. I introduce quartz crystal as one of our earliest ancestors. The Crystal knows us better than we know ourselves.

I relay this information and the guidance turns on the lights to realization and beyond. Come get your quartz crystal therapy today. Much Love!

REGENERATIVE MEDICINE DR. ROBYN BENSON, DOM

Santa Fe Soul Center For Optimal Health 2905 Rodeo Park Dr, East Bldg #3 Santa Fe • www.RobynBenson.com/gift Regenerative medicine is the reverse of aging and degenerative disease. It’s the science of boosting healing naturally in damaged tissues and in under-functioning endocrine and immune systems. This is being achieved with nutrition therapy, stem cells and oxidative medicine (ozone and high dose vitamin C IVs). It also includes restoring healthy joints, hair growth, skin rejuvenation and sexual function with your own platelet rich plasma (PRP). See article, page 11.

REIKI ENERGY HEALING WITH LAGINA LaGina Glass - Reiki Master 505-819-0811- Santa Fe LaGinaGlass.com

I assist individuals in making meaningful changes in their lives by accessing deeper levels of emotional, physical, mental and spiritual healing.

Classes, Treatments and Coaching.

REIKI AWAKENING SPIRIT

Jan Walker, Reiki Master Teacher and Healing Practitioner 505-835-5440 - Albuquerque AwakeningSpiritMinistries.org If you are dealing with the daily stresses of life or a major health challenge, Reiki can help. Reiki’s restorative qualities bring warmth, calmness, balance and a sense of well-being. Reiki Classes offered every month.

STRUCTURAL INTEGRATION BODYWORK BRIAN TERRY

970-222-2710 - Santa Fe DivineAlignmentBodyWork.com HealingSulfur.com Life changing bodywork which restores the natural alignment of the body to feel grounded, empowered, and at ease. Be free of chronic pain with results that last! Also offering Craniosacral Therapy and therapeutic massage. See ad, page 17.

WELLNESS, ANXIETY & PAIN RELIEF HEMPWORX

Janice Moranz, MD 505-417-3787 – Albuquerque MyDailyChoice.com/moranzhempworx

Cannabidiol (CBD) helps with arthritis, digestion, seizures.

Dropper bottles and creams. Order from the website or call me.

For your Family and Pets.

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VEGAN RESTAURANT RENTAL SPACE RESONANT ESSENTIALS

Michelle Vidal 7413 Menaul NE, Albuquerque 505-453-7646 Michelle@ ResonantEssentials.com ResonantEssentials.net Resonant Essentials has three beautiful event/classrooms at below competitive rates. We fit up to 40 people with tables and chairs in our large space or reduce your cost with a smaller space. Rates start as low as $30 for two hours. Our referral program is set up to earn free rental space and/or classes. Refer three get yours of equal value free!

Call or email Michelle today to get started. See ad, page 26.

SACRED BIRTHING DOULA SERVICES ANNA LOUISE LIPKIN

808-639-7534 - Santa Fe MotherToTheMother.com DivineMotherMassage.com

In greek, Doula means mother to the mother. As a Doula, I offer prenatal consultations, labor and delivery assistance, and postpartum services.

Happy Birthing to You!

VIBRANCE–ART-FOOD-MUSIC

MASTER MINGTONG GU - THE CHI CENTER

4500 Silver Ave SE, Albuquerque 505-639-3401 VibranceTaste@gmail.com Facebook.com@ABQEatFresh

Since July 2016 Vibrance has offered organic vegetarian specialties locally sourced. We feature a menu that is vegan, raw food and cooked cuisine, gluten free and all non-GMO. We also keep it local with featured artists and live music as well. Join us on Facebook to hear about our latest events! Feel your Vibrance with beautiful art, food and music! See ad, page 31.

VOCAL EMPOWERMENT MARIE BLACK

Albuquerque, Santa Fe, Portland sing@holisticvoicelab.com HolisticVoiceLab.com

Good singing voices seldom just happen, but one wrong note can lead to a lifetime of vocal shame. Shape your singing and/or speaking voice through private lessons and our super fun group CircleSongs & Vocal Improv events and free voice workshops. Vocal Empowerment for speakers, singers, everyone who wishes to explore the dynamics of VOICE. Send us your email to be on our list.

See ad, page 11.

The Center for Wisdom Healing Qigong 40 Camino Vista Clara Galisteo, NM 87540 800-959-2892 • ChiCenter.com

A place for healing,transformation, and empowerment.

A physical portal dedicated to the healing of ourselves and the healing of our world – by connecting people globally through state-of-the-art communication technologies and wisdom practice. The Chi Center and its Founder, Master Mingtong Gu, offer online programs, workshops, live-stream broadcasts, in-person Healing Intensive Retreats, and other exciting events at its New Mexico home just outside of Santa Fe at The Center for Wisdom Healing Qigong. Experience increasing health and happiness every day through the Practice of Wisdom Healing Qigong. See ad, page 13.

WOMAN’S NETWORKING WELL WOMAN LIFE

Giovanna Rossi/Lindsay McCoy Info@WellWomanLife.com WellWomanLife.com

SHAMANIC HEALING SHEILA RASMUSSEN

720-633-4740 - Santa Fe BA, Contemplative Psych.

HeartoftheSoulHealing.com sheras10@gmail.com

Shamanic healing, Intuitive counseling, Craniosacral therapy. Safe, effective support when healing from physical or psychological trauma or when struggling with transition. Relief from feelings of emotional stress,fear, and sadness.

Guidance when searching for clarity or deeper meaning in life.

Well Woman Life Community supports a global community of women to connect to their superpowers to achieve their highest level of fulfillment and well-being! See ad, page 21.

Gratitude makes sense of our past, brings peace for today and creates a vision for tomorrow. ~Melody Beattie

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