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ere is a list of things that I’ve done to avoid writing this month’s letter – I caught up with my cousin Lisa back in Georgia. I straightened the pantry. I developed a promotion for a Yoga Round Up to be published in future issues of the magazine. I organized some documents for tax season. I bought some walnuts after reading Dr. Benson’s article. I baked those in cookies. I congratulated my girlfriend Maureen who just completed her Master’s degree. I went out for coffee when I had plenty at home. I attended a Chamber of Commerce meeting. I hand delivered magazines to the Chi Center in Galisteo. I listened to several of Giovanna’s Well Woman podcasts. I dusted the dining room table that never gets used. I binge watched Suits. I went car shopping with my husband. I went for hikes with the dogs. I scheduled a trip to Texas. I scheduled an appointment with Dr. Koch to check my thyroid levels. I even signed on to see if our financials were green, I couldn’t tell but Lee assures me. Trust me, there were powerful procrastination efforts at play. It isn’t that I don’t want to visit with you and not necessarily that I don’t have anything to say . . . it is just that I feel this overwhelming pressure to say something great here. Like I should be some sort of expert on health and wellness because I now publish this magazine and that I should be chock full of inspiration at the Myss, Braden, Dwyer, Yee, Lipton wisdom keeper level. I let something else get in my head. About a week ago I received a voicemail from this woman who was furious that I included pet articles in the magazine. She felt that dogs were filthy creatures and were a burden to humans. She even specifically noted that service dogs were the biggest burden. I didn’t call her back, turned out she lives in Nevada and meant to call that market but I started over analyzing it. . .wow, people think so differently and their convictions seem stronger than ever . . . it has become really easy to offend others. I could easily do that six ways to Sunday here in this letter. This contributed to my procrastination and writer’s block. I thought about copping out and calling Erin (editor) to see what she could come with. What the heck, I’m four months in as your Publisher? Then I thought, how about a little dose of truth and humility. And, maybe even a confession straight from the heart. I didn’t become the Publisher of this magazine so I could see my words in this spot or because I am any sort of expert, I did it because 1) I believe in the mission of this magazine. 2) I have a natural curiosity for alternative paths to wellness and spirituality. 3) I believe I can fill this magazine with solid useful content (everywhere but here at least). 4) I’d much rather promote and provide a forum for those with expertise. I’ll end by hoping you enjoy this issue and by wishing everyone a Happy Valentine’s Day. Take care of your heart, take care of the hearts of others. In the spirit of love, let’s cut each other some slack. I’m not saying we have to love each other through agreement but maybe hate less in disagreement . . . for our heart’s sake.
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A COMMON HEART SONG Whales Point the Way
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ust as whales are born with an instinct for the deep, we are born with an impulse toward creating a quality of life. No matter the type of work that leads us there, following that impulse is the destiny of each soul, so we search to find our medium through which aliveness can express itself. Following our instinct for the deep, we find each other. In areas of the Atlantic and Pacific oceans, whales sing basically the same song, and when a new verse is added, they all incorporate it. As humans, we have a greater capacity to communicate, yet we resist adding to our common song. Whales occupying the same geographical areas that may include large oceans tend to sing similar songs with local variations, but whales from other regions of the world will sing entirely different songs. Once united, though, they find a common pitch. The songs are constantly evolving over time, and old patterns are not repeated. In essence, whales stay current, freshly updating their communications with each other. It’s a noble task for us all to emulate. Most whales, especially humpbacks, compose patterns of sound that are strikingly resonant with human musical traditions. What helps whales be such good communicators is that sound travels about four times faster in water than on land. Thus, it is profoundly easier to hear in the deep. Dwelling there, we have a better chance of staying current and hearing our common song. When we follow our instinct for the deep, we discover our common song, which brings us alive. Through this unfolding, we make our contribution to the common good. From generation to generation, all that we learn and create adds to this living work of art we call a quality of life. Adapted excerpt from More Together than Alone, by Mark Nepo. Connect at MarkNepo.com and ThreeIntentions.com.
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Zinc Combo Fights Aging Diseases When zinc, a trace mineral, is combined with tea, coffee, chocolate and other foods that contain specific antioxidant compounds, it boosts protection against the oxidative stress linked to aging and diseases such as dementia, cancer and heart disease, report researchers from Auburn University, in Alabama, and the University of Erlangen-Nuremberg, in Germany. Zinc activates a plant compound known as hydroquinone, which boosts foods’ antioxidant properties. Hydroquinone alone cannot break down harmful free radicals, but when combined with zinc, a type of enzyme is created that helps prevent damage to organs and tissues. 10
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Harmful bacteria from the genus Mycobacterium have been shown to linger in showerheads and lead to lung infections through inhalation of steam. University of Colorado researchers analyzed 656 biofilms coating the inside of showerheads sent to them by volunteers throughout the U.S. and Europe, and found twice as much mycobacterium in showerheads from households receiving municipal water than in those receiving well water. Chlorine disinfection
methods were suspected by the researchers. Plastic showerheads had levels that were, on average, two times lower than showerheads made of metal or metal and plastic components. “Hot spots” with high levels of mycobacteria—such as Hawaii, southern California, Florida, the upper Midwest and the mid-Atlantic states—generally overlapped regions where mycobacteriumrelated lung diseases are most prevalent.
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Immigration to U.S. Lowers Healthy Gut Bacteria People in developing nations have much greater diversity in gut bacteria than Americans, but a University of Minnesota study of U.S. immigrants has found that six to nine months after moving to the U.S. and eating a Western diet, the gut bacteria of those from countries with predominantly non-Western diets changed to match gut bacteria typical of a Western diet, while their gut bacteria became less diverse and less healthy. These effects increased with the duration of U.S. residence and were compounded across generations. The more “Westernized” a woman’s microbiome, the greater her risk of obesity.
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Bitter melon (Momordica charantia), a spiky, cucumbershaped fruit, has traditionally been used in Asian countries to lower blood sugar. Now, researchers at Universiti Sains Malaysia report that it can significantly improve symptoms and reduce the pain of knee osteoarthritis. Half of 75 patients were given a placebo and the other half 1,500 milligrams three times a day of a bitter melon supplement. After three months, the bitter melon group had significantly fewer symptoms and less knee pain and analgesic use, as well as lowered body weight, body mass index and fasting blood glucose levels.
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Ashwagandha Normalizes Hypothyroid Levels Ashwagandha, a traditional ayurvedic herb, can significantly improve symptoms of subclinical hypothyroidism, a condition that affects many women, a new double-blind clinical study shows. Researchers from India’s Sudbhawana Hospital tested 50 patients that had high circulating thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) levels. For eight weeks, half were given 600 milligrams a day of ashwagandha; the other half were given a placebo. In the treatment group, TSH levels fell by more than 17 percent, T4 levels increased by nearly 20 percent and T3 levels increased by more than 40 percent. “Ashwagandha treatment effectively normalized the serum thyroid indices during the eight-week treatment period in a significant manner,” the report concluded.
The Power of Thank-You Notes Practicing gratitude is a healthy habit, yet people often hesitate to write heartfelt thank-you notes to people that have touched their lives. Researchers at the University of Chicago and the University of Texas, in Austin, report that writers underestimate how much people receiving those notes are surprised, happy and appreciative. The researchers also found that the letter writers were unduly concerned about their ability to express their gratitude skillfully. While the writers worried about choosing the right words, the recipients felt happiness simply through the warmth of the gesture.
Walnut Leaves Improve Diabetic Health In a double-blind study of 40 Type-2 diabetes patients, Iranian researchers gave half of them 200 milligrams of an extract of walnut leaf (Juglans regia) for eight weeks and the other half a placebo. Although the walnut leaf extract had no significant effect on their blood glucose levels or insulin resistance, it significantly lowered systolic blood pressure and body weight in the patients.
Sniffing Dogs Can Detect Malaria After years of worldwide decline, malaria is on a worrisome upswing, but researchers from Durham University, in the UK, have found a quick, non-invasive,
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The Connection between the Heart and Thyroid: Closer than they Appear
The most commonly cited symptoms of impaired thyroid function belies its impact on the cardiovascular system. Consider fatigue, sensitivity to cold, constipation, dry skin, weight gain, hair loss, muscle weakness, depression. None of these calls obvious attention to the heart. Yet the correlation of thyroid with cardiac function is profound and contributes to the severity of the most obvious and common symptoms of thyroid dysfunction. Via its production and sensitive control of thyroid hormones, the thyroid is a master regulator of the body’s metabolism, meaning it’s rate of activity. In effect, this influences every cell of the body in one way or another. The heart is no exception. Thyroid hormones stimulate the heart to beat at a particular rate and with a particular strength. When there is not enough thyroid hormone in circulation (hypothyroidism), the body responds with a slower heart rate and a reduced volume of blood moved by the heart with each beat. This results in fatigue and impaired circulation throughout the body exacerbating cold hands and feet, dry skin, and constipation. Other cardiac effects of diminished thyroid hormone availability include inability to properly relax the heart and blood vessel muscles leading to higher blood pressure. Blood lipid levels also go up, especially the lowdensity lipoprotein (LDL) wax-like cholesterol that builds up in our arteries. This all translates to higher rates of and worsened severity of heart disease with the concomitant risks of stroke, heart attack and heart failure. Too much thyroid hormone (hyperthyroidism) does not paint a prettier picture. Imagine, essentially, the reverse of the effects of low thyroid hormone levels. Rapid or irregular heart rate (palpitations) is often one of the most obvious and annoying symptoms to a patient with hyperthyroidism, leading to shortness of breath, chest pain, swelling of the extremities and exercise intolerance. Hyperthyroidism is less common, but is often more critical to address immediately. Proper function of the heart depends on appropriate input from thyroid hormones. This is a reminder that the ‘parts’ of the body are intimately interconnected, as we continue to learn and marvel at the profundity of these relationships. Dr. Karla Koch practices at Salubrio Natural HealthCare in Albuquerque and has a unique combination of medical accreditations, she is a doctor of naturopathic medicine (ND), a doctor of Oriental medicine with expanded prescriptive authority (DOM Rx2), and a registered nurse (RN). Find out more about her focus and treatments for overall health and thyroid conditions at drkarla-nd.com or call her office at 505-573-HEAL (4325). 12
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Can Heart Disease Be Reversed?
In Dr. Daniel Cobb’s clinic, they have a saying that heart disease is easier to treat than back pain. His practice operates on the principal that it is a mistake to believe that plaque deposits are heart disease and that to find the real pathology you have to look at what causes the deposits. If you look underneath plaque deposits, you will find artery walls with significant damage. The plaque deposits lining the walls of arteries are an adaptive, not pathological, response to the artery wall damage. They are nature’s perfect band-aid to prevent breakthrough bleeding.Under optimal conditions, damage to artery walls would be quickly repaired because the major arteries, particularly coronary arteries, are under significant mechanical stress, and having the blood break through a major artery wall could be lethal. The repair process revolves around the creation of new collagen and elastin fibers in the area of the damage, and there is a recipe of nutrients needed to make these fibers. Almost all of those nutrients are usually available in sufficient quantity except vitamin C, which is often in short supply. Vitamin C performs many functions. It is an antioxidant. It is used to chelate out heavy metals. It plays an important part in the immune system, and it is also required to produce collagen fibers. It is significant to point out that vitamin C is not produced by the body nor stored in the body and that it is destroyed in the process of cooking. When artery walls are damaged and vitamin C is in short supply, the body isn’t able to fix the damage as expected but it has a plan B. Just like the Dutch boy who sticks his finger in the dike, the body will try to shore up the weak points in the artery walls by producing and placing plaque deposits at the site with the expectation that the plaque remains until the artery wall can be repaired the correct way using collagen fibers. The plaque deposits that heart disease patients are so concerned about are actually purposely placed at weak points of the arteries to prevent breakthrough bleeding. The real test of the vitamin C theory is what happens when sufficient nutrients are provided to fix damaged areas of artery walls. The almost universal result is that as the arterial damage heals, the plaque deposits are released from the artery wall. Dr. Cobb’s findings line up with those of Linus Pauling, a two-time recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize, with both contending that in certain cases heart disease can be reversed through nutritional means alone. Daniel Cobb is a Doctor of Oriental Medicine practicing at the Integrative Holistic Healing Center in Santa Fe. He has written multiple articles and books on heart disease that can be found at this website DanCobbDOM.com. He can be reached at DanielCobb2@yahoo.com.
Insects around the world are in a crisis, and a new study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences suggests that the problem is even more widespread than scientists first believed. In a pristine rain forest in Puerto Rico, the number of invertebrates—including moths, butterflies, spiders and grasshoppers—dropped 60-fold between 1977 and 2013, probably due to a fourdegree rise in average temperature. The lizards, birds and frogs that fed on them also seriously declined. In 2014, an international team of biologists estimated that globally in the past 35 years, the numbers of invertebrates such as beetles and bees had decreased by 45 percent. Another recent study showed a 76 percent decrease in flying insects in the past few decades in German nature preserves. The food web may be being obliterated from the bottom: Insects pollinate three-quarters of our food crops, feed the birds and fish that are also consumed by larger species and are vital to the decomposition that keeps soil healthy and ecosystems running. “Nature’s resilient, but we’re pushing her to such extremes that eventually it will cause a collapse of the system,” Brad Lister, a co-author of the Puerto Rican study, told the New York Times.
Following the removal two years ago of an obsolete dam in Manville, New Jersey, American shad are successfully spawning in the lower section of the Millstone River. The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) recently observed juvenile fish there for the first time since 1845. American shad (Alosa sapidissima) are the largest member of the herring family and are anadromous, as they spend most of their lives in saltwater, but return to freshwater rivers each spring to spawn. They played an important role in American history and economics. New Jersey Department of Emvironmental Protection Commissioner Catherine McCabe says, “This species has an inherent tendency to recolonize once obstacles are removed from its migratory path.” During the Industrial Revolution, rivers were dammed for electric power and lakes, but during the last decade, dam removal has become a new call to action. Besides preventing fish migrations, dams also harm water quality in rivers by blocking water flow, trapping sediment and changing habitats.
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Wild Horses Ride Out the Storm North Carolina’s freeroaming wild horse herds on the Outer Banks have “ridden out” their share of storms. When Hurricane Florence struck the area in 2018, the Corolla Wild Horse Fund of Currituck County, where the herd lives, announced on Facebook, “The horses have lived on this barrier island for 500 years, and they are well-equipped to deal with
rough weather. They know where to go to stay high and dry, and are probably in better shape right now than most of us humans, who are scrambling with final preparations.” Historians believe the herds, which number about 100 horses, descend from those brought to the New World by European explorers. Instincts dating back five centuries compel the
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feral mustangs to either huddle on high ground, butts to the wind, or seek refuge in the maritime forest during storms, say experts. But news has come of a Shackleford Banks horse named Merlin that was fenced in an inundated quarantine site
during the storm, according to the Foundation for Shackleford Horses. Merlin somehow survived, and it “may have involved swimming,” says Margaret Poindexter, president of the foundation that co-manages the herd on National Park Service land. February 2019
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A cold-loving fungus known as white-nose syndrome (Pseudogymnoascus destructans) originating in Eurasia, where bats evolved to develop immunity to it, began infecting 15 species of hibernating bats in North America in 2006. As the fungus grows over bats’ noses and wings, it disrupts their winter sleep, causing them to expend too much energy and burn up fat they need for winter survival. More than 6 million bats have succumbed to the disease so far. Some species are experiencing near total collapse: Little brown bat populations have been decimated by about 90 percent, while tricolored and northern long-eared bats are suffering losses of around 97 percent. Ecologists thought the fungus might halt at the Rockies, but by 2016 it had made its way to Washington State. A collaboration between the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, biologists, ecologists, mycologists, biochemists and other scientists at universities, NGOs and state, federal and tribal agencies have made significant progress in combating the fungus using genomics: Sequencing its genes has allowed them to determine its origin. Plans include treating the caves and mines in which the bats hibernate. It also appears that some species are developing resistance to the fungus or developing coping strategies, like waking up together every night to generate extra group warmth.
Scientists are trying to translate speech-paralyzed patients’ thoughts into speech using brain implants. The technique will potentially provide a brain/computer interface (BCI) to enable people with a spinal cord injury, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, stroke or other paralyzing conditions to “talk” again. Experts think a system that decodes whether a person is silently saying yes, no, hungry, pain or water is now within reach, thanks to parallel advances in neuroscience, engineering and machine learning. “We think we’re getting enough of an understanding of the brain signals that encode silent speech that we could soon make something practical,” says Brian Pasley, of the University of California, Berkeley. The first BCI read electrical signals in the motor cortex corresponding to the intention to move, and used software to translate the signals into instructions to operate a computer cursor or robotic arm. In 2016, scientists at the University of Pittsburgh went a step further, adding sensors to a mind-controlled robotic arm so it produced sensations of touch.
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Tips for a Tree-Free Home Many Ways to Pare Down Paper Use
If one in five households switched to electronic bills, statements and payments, the collective impact would save 151 million pounds of paper annually, eliminating 8.6 million full garbage bags and 2 million tons of greenhouse gas emissions, according to the PayItGreen Alliance. While computers continue to offer significant environmental benefits, there are other “tree-mendous” things we can do to conserve forest resources. n Paper bags can be substituted for plastic bags as trash can liners and serve as compost-ready receptacles for fruit and vegetable scraps. ChasingGreen.org describes many ways to reuse paper bags after cutting them along the seams; use them to wrap gifts and shipping boxes or let the kids paint or draw on them. n Use the blank side of sales receipts, envelopes, shopping lists and other paper scraps to jot down to-do lists, notes and more. The family can keep a small pile that everyone can tap into.
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National Geographic Documentary Films, in partnership with Bloomberg Philanthropies and RadicalMedia, has released the new film Paris to Pittsburgh (free at NatGeoTV.com), a tribute to the impassioned efforts of individuals battling the most severe threats of climate change in their own backyards. Set against the national debate over the United States’ energy future and the Trump administration’s decision to exit the Paris Climate Agreement, the film captures what’s at stake for communities around the country and the inspiring ways Americans are responding. The film, which premiered in December in 172 countries in 43 languages, is directed and produced by Emmy Award winner Sidney Beaumont and Emmy-nominated filmmaker Michael Bonfiglio. It features local leaders and everyday citizens telling the stories behind climate-related recovery and resiliency. The documentary illustrates the tireless innovative efforts to reduce carbon emissions, including those in former coal boomtowns such as Pittsburgh, where Mayor Bill Peduto says, “There are now more jobs in renewable energy in the state of Pennsylvania than coal, natural gas and oil combined.”
n Replace paper napkins and towels with cloth napkins or portions of old T-shirts that can be washed and reused. n Choose paper products that are gentle on the Earth in how they are made. TreeZero Inc. (TreeZero. com) markets, supplies and distributes 100 percent carbonneutral paper made from recycled sugarcane waste fiber. n Consider “branching out” and help protect trees that are being threatened by overharvesting, development and the effects of climate change by supporting the Alliance for Community Trees (ACTrees.org), a national nonprofit that plants trees in communities across the nation. Get the shovels ready to pitch in when the Arbor Day Foundation (ArborDay.org) celebrates its 148th annual tree-planting events on April 26—especially important this year due to the destruction of many trees from recent hurricanes and fires. February 2019
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Heart of a Woman The Right Choices Keep It Strong by Lisa Marshall
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ometime between the salad and the main course at her grandson’s bar mitzvah, Joyce Lenard, then 69, felt a crushing pressure deep within her chest. A tireless go-getter who had worked in Hillary Clinton’s district office when she was a U.S. senator, raised two daughters and recently donated a kidney to one of them, Lenard had spent months painstakingly planning the 100-guest gala, so when the pain came, she ignored it and got on with the party. She even drove herself to her Long Island home that night. “I just assumed I was having indigestion and it would pass,” Lenard recalls. Hours later, her husband rushed her to the hospital, where she was diagnosed with a rare, often-fatal form of heart attack, takotsubo cardiomyopathy, in which intense stress literally changes the shape of the heart. Thankful to be alive, she has since taken up meditation, cleaned up her diet and now leads a support group for female heart patients of all ages. Like her, many of them never saw it coming. 16
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“Women tend to be the caregivers,” says Lenard. “We take care of our husbands, our families, our friends, our careers, and we often forget about our own health. Then look what happens.” Lenard is among the 44 million U.S. women with cardiovascular disease, an insidious illness that until recently has been erroneously framed as a “man’s disease”. In reality, it is the number one killer of women, responsible for one in three deaths each year, according to the American Heart Association (AHA). By comparison, one in 26 women die of breast cancer. While awareness has risen since 2004, when AHA launched its Go Red for Women campaign, surveys show only 17 percent of women view cardiovascular disease as something that should concern them. It should, experts say, because 80 to 90 percent of cases are avoidable with lifestyle and dietary changes. In some cases, natural remedies can even reverse it. “We have all this sophisticated equipment and all these medications, but when it comes down
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In the late 1990s, researchers discovered women were about as likely as men to be diagnosed with the disease, and far more likely to die from it. “They didn’t have the classic signs and symptoms, so they often went undiagnosed and untreated,” explains Jennifer Mieres, M.D., a cardiology professor at the Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, in New York. Along with chest pain, women often suffer fatigue, shortness of breath, indigestion, pain in the neck, back or jaw, nausea or anxiety in the months leading up to a heart attack. In more than half of the cases, according to one recent study in the journal Circulation, doctors fail to recognize these symptoms. Then there is the “not now” factor. “I used to see women all the time who said, ‘I have had these symptoms for months, but I just didn’t have time to take care of it,’” says Mieres, co-author of Heart Smart for Women: Six S.T.E.P.S. in Six Weeks to Heart-Healthy Living. Recent research has also shown that women are uniquely vulnerable to developing heart disease in ways that men don’t share. Taking birth control pills (especially while smoking) can boost risk. Complications during pregnancy such as preeclampsia and gestational diabetes can be hard on the heart, increasing vulnerability for years to come. Because estrogen is believed to be cardio-protective, when it wanes during perimenopause and menopause, risk goes up again. “As soon as we hit menopause, our biological milieu starts to change,” says Mieres, noting that “good” cholesterol tends to decrease and “bad” cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides tend to increase. Yet, arterial plaque—which can ultimately build up, break loose and cause a heart attack or stroke—starts accumulating as early as age 20, so the earlier women start paying attention, the better.
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to it, the vast majority of cardiovascular disease can be prevented,” says integrative cardiologist Christina Adams, M.D., of the Scripps Women’s Heart Center, in La Jolla, California.
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We have all this sophisticated equipment and all these medications, but when it comes down to it, the vast majority of cardiovascular disease can be prevented.
Food Not Meds
Thirty years after the first cholesterol-lowering medication hit the market, so-called statin drugs have become the largest class of medications in the world, with U.S. sales doubling between 2000 and 2010 to reach $20 billion, according to the U.S. Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality. While drugs can be appropriate for those already diagnosed with heart disease and at high risk of heart attack or stroke, they are not without serious side effects. Statins can cause chronic muscle pain, memory loss and increased blood sugar, while hypertension drugs can precipitate fainting and kidney damage. For many patients, there’s another way, integrative cardiologists say. Unfortunately, most of the talk about prevention focuses on prescription medications, says Stephen Devries, M.D., executive director of the Chicago-based Gaples Institute for Integrative Cardiology. “What often gets lost in the discussion are the dietary changes, which can be equally important.” Devries recommends a plant-based Mediterranean diet—low in the saturated fat found in beef, processed meats and cheese—and high in leafy greens, whole grains and the “good” fats found in fatty fish, olive oil and avocados. Specific foods have also been shown to lower cholesterol and blood pressure.
Nuts, including walnuts, peanuts and almonds, have been shown to lower LDL. One 2017 study of 77,000 female nurses, published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, found those that ate peanuts or tree nuts (including almonds and cashews) two or more times per week had a 19 percent lower risk of developing heart disease. Those that ate walnuts once a week cut their risk by 23 percent. Dark purple and red fruits contain compounds called anthocyanins that boost production of nitric oxide, and in turn expand blood vessels, improving circulation. Another recent study, published in the journal Circulation, followed 94,000 women for 18 years and found those that ate four servings or more per week of blueberries and strawberries were a third less likely to have a heart attack. Pomegranates are also key for heart health, with recent research published in the journal Clinical Nutrition showing a daily serving of juice can make platelets less sticky, lower blood pressure and reduce plaque formation. Dark leafy greens like kale and broccoli—which are rich in vitamin K—play an important role in fostering a healthy heart structure, with each serving per week cutting the risk of heart disease by 23 percent, according to the Gaples Institute.
Nurturing the Emotional Heart
No discussion of heart health would be complete without an emphasis on social and emotional health, a critical risk factor which until recently has been largely absent, says Sandeep Jauhar, M.D., director of the Heart Failure Program at the Long Island Jewish Medical Center, and author of the new book, Heart: A History. But research shows the emotional heart can break, too, as in Lenard’s case. With as many as 90 percent of incidents occurring in women, the condition that landed her in the emergency room often shows up in patients with no signs of obstructed blood vessels or high cholesterol. Rather, factors like financial worries, work stress or the death of or break-up with a loved one can flood the heart with stress hormones, changing its shape to one that resembles a Japanese pot called a takotsubo and weakening it profoundly. “Remarkably, in many cases, once the emotional state returns to normal, so does the heart,” says Jauhar. Longer-term, emotional stress has been shown to lead to platelet aggregation, or stickiness in the blood, which can impact blood flow. Also, constant bombardment by stress hormones such as adrenaline and cortisol can damage the inner walls of blood vessels, boosting accumulation of plaque.
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ª Red yeast rice extract: This over-
the-counter (OTC) extract, commonly used in Chinese medicine, has been shown to significantly lower both total cholesterol and LDL, or “bad” cholesterol levels, much like a statin does. Studies show 1.2 to 2.4 grams per day can reduce cholesterol by 26 percent in 12 weeks.
ª Omega-3 fatty acids: Eating fatty fish
or taking fish oil supplements (one to four grams daily of EPA/DHA) has been shown to reduce risk of heart disease in healthy people and lower triglyceride levels and risk of heart attack in those already diagnosed with cardiovascular disease. Walnuts, chia, hemp and flax seeds are excellent vegan sources of Omega-3s.
ª Coenzyme Q10: Found in small
amounts in organ meats, sardines, cauliflower and asparagus, this powerful antioxidant—also available in OTC supplements—can lower blood pressure and help combat the side effects of statins.
ª Nicotinamide riboside: Fairly
new on the supplement scene, this compound, known as NR, has been shown to mimic the beneficial impacts of calorie restriction, improving blood pressure and arterial health in those with mild hypertension.
ª Garlic: Some studies suggest that
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To nurture the metaphorical heart, integrative cardiologists recommend taking time to maintain healthy personal relationships and minimize work stress. As well, exercising five to six days per week for at least 30 minutes and practicing activities like mindfulness meditation or yoga have been shown to lower heart rate. A recent study published in the journal Circulation: Cardiovascular Quality and Outcomes looked at 201 people with coronary heart disease. It found those that practiced meditation were 50 percent less likely to die or have a heart attack or stroke in the span of five years. Finding quiet spaces to retreat to can also be important. A study published in November by researchers at Massachusetts General Hospital, in Boston, found that living and working in chronically noisy environments can boost the risk for heart problems. It is also wise to prioritize sleep (at least seven hours per night), because the lack of it can inflame arteries. The bottom line is that a holistic approach is best, says Jauhar. “If you want to live a long life, don’t smoke, eat well and exercise, but also pay attention to the quality of your relationships and your ability to withstand stress and transcend distress. Those are also a matter of life and death.” Lisa Marshall is a freelance health writer in Boulder, CO. Connect at LisaAnnMarshall.com.
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s a special meal for Valentine’s Day or any other, many plant-based dishes are so tasty that no one will miss the meat. Low in fat and sugar and high in ingredients that promote heart health, the following recipes are courtesy of Carol D’Anca, a board-certified nutrition practitioner and author of Real Food for Healthy People: A Recipe & Resource Guide, in Highland Park, Illinois.
Start With Soup
Rich in dietary fiber and low in fat, butternut squash with low-salt vegetable broth and spices is an easy-to-make soup loaded with nutrients and flavor. Allow 40 to 45 minutes to roast the squash.
Butternut Squash Soup Yields: Four servings 1 butternut squash, 2-3 lbs, peeled and cut in cubes to equal 4 cups
3 cups low-sodium vegetable broth Dash red pepper flakes Freshly ground black pepper Pepitas or pumpkin seeds for garnish Preheat oven to 425° F. Line a heavy baking pan with parchment paper. Spread squash cubes in a single layer, using two lined pans if needed. Roast for about 40 minutes or until tender when pierced with a fork. Alternate method: Wash the squash. Make several slits to allow for escaping steam. Roast whole in the oven for about 45 minutes or until soft and easy to peel and cut. Transfer the roasted squash to a food processor or heavy-duty blender. Add remaining ingredients and process until smooth. Add additional broth to reach desired consistency.
Natural Awakenings recommends using organic, fair trade, non-genetically modified ingredients, BPA-free canned goods and non-bromated flour whenever possible.
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Divide into four bowls. For texture and crunch, garnish with roasted pepita or pumpkin seeds.
Hearty Bread
This whole-grain, gluten-free, no-knead, no-mess bread contains flax, sunflower and chia seeds, hazelnuts, oats, coconut oil and maple syrup as a sweetener. Accompanying soup, it makes for a satisfying meal. This recipe is adapted from “Change Your Life Bread” in D’Anca’s book My New Roots.
Let it sit on the counter for at least two hours, or all day or overnight. When the dough retains its shape, even when you pull the sides of the loaf pan or lift the parchment, it’s ready to bake. Preheat oven to 350° F. Place loaf pan in the oven on the middle rack and bake for 20 minutes. Remove bread from loaf pan, place it upside down directly on the rack and bake for another 30 to 40 minutes. Bread is done when it sounds hollow when tapped. Let cool completely before slicing. Store bread in a tightly sealed container for up to five days. Freezes well. For a quick and easy toast, slice before freezing.
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Yields: One loaf 2 cups shelled raw sunflower seeds 1 cup whole flax seeds 1 cup blanched hazelnuts 3 cups rolled oats (use certified gluten-free oats, if needed) 4 Tbsp chia seeds 6 Tbsp psyllium husks Pinch fresh ground coarse salt, preferably Himalayan 2 Tbsp maple syrup 6 Tbsp coconut oil, liquefied at low temperature in a small pan 3 cups water In a loaf pan lined with parchment, combine all dry ingredients, stirring well. Whisk maple syrup and water together in a measuring cup. Add to the dry ingredients and mix until everything is soaked and dough becomes thick. If it’s too thick to stir, add one or two teaspoons of water until it’s manageable. Smooth the top with the back of a spoon.
Pasta is guilt-free when we use a whole wheat variety that digests more slowly than white flour pasta, avoiding blood sugar spikes, D’Anca says. Gluten-free, grainfree or vegetable pasta can be substituted for whole grain pasta. Fresh asparagus is recommended. If it’s not in season, consider red chard for its bright red and green colors and abundance of vitamins K, A and C. It’s a good source of magnesium, potassium, iron and dietary fiber.
Use red, orange, yellow or a mix of colors 1½ Tbsp fresh thyme leaves 1 lb fresh asparagus, pencil thin is best (if not available, substitute red chard) ¼ cup pitted Kalamata olives ½ cup fresh basil ¼ cup white wine or white wine vinegar Squeeze garlic from its skins into a large skillet. Add the rest of the ingredients and mix well. Cook over medium heat until the mixture is reduced and thickened to a sauce (coulis), about 20 to 30 minutes. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook until al dente. Drain the pasta well and place back in the pan. Add tomato coulis and olives. Toss well to infuse flavors. Let warm for 2 to 3 minutes. Serve at once.
Savory Side Dish
Chickpeas are a great source of fiber. Bell peppers, also known as sweet peppers, are available in white, orange, green and purple. Lycopene gives red tomatoes their color, may reduce LDL (bad) cholesterol and lower blood pressure. Yellow tomatoes have twice as much iron and zinc and higher levels of vitamin B and folate to help red blood cells. Darker tomatoes ranging from purple to black produce higher levels of antioxidants for a reduced risk of cardiovascular disease. Don’t overlook green tomatoes, which are higher in vitamin K and calcium than reds or yellows.
Roasted Chickpeas with Grilled Vegetables Yields: Serves two, or four if dished over quinoa
Whole Grain Pasta with Asparagus and Tomato Coulis Yields: 6 servings for dinner or 8 as a smaller first course. 1 lb of your favorite whole grain pasta 3 large cloves garlic, roasted for about 25 minutes in their skins 3 pints cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
12 small mushrooms, sliced 2 ripe tomatoes, quartered 1 red bell pepper, cut in strips 1 yellow pepper, cut in strips 1 red onion, cut into wedges, or 1½ cups leeks, halved lengthwise, cleaned, and cut chiffonade-style About 6 cloves of garlic, peeled 2, 14-oz cans of chickpeas, rinsed and drained 2 sprigs of fresh rosemary Balsamic or white wine vinegar February 2019
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Almond Butter and Raw Cacao Chocolate Truffles Yields: 12 servings
Remove the pan and turn the vegetables over. Add the chickpeas and rosemary and return to the oven. Roast for another 30 to 45 minutes until the edges of the vegetables start to turn dark and the chickpeas are browning.
1 cup almond meal ½ cup almond butter ¼ cup raw cacao, organic 3 Tbsp grade B maple syrup 1 tsp organic vanilla ¼ cup raw almonds, ground ¼ cup raw cacao nibs, ground Finely ground nuts like walnuts or hazelnuts, shredded coconut or raw cacao for texture and added flavor
Sprinkle with balsamic vinegar, toss and serve warm as is or over quinoa.
Make a flax “egg” by mixing the ground flax seeds with the water. Let it sit for 3 to 5 minutes until it thickens to an egg consistency. Place the bell pepper, onion and garlic in a food processor and process until smooth. Remove the mixture and drain in a fine sieve. Too much liquid will make the burgers fall apart.
Burgers for Lunch
These burgers are good either oven baked or grilled, weather permitting. Offer toppings like baby spinach, salsa, nut cheese, pesto, fig jam, mango or slaw. Apple cider vinegar, dill, celery salt and agave nectar to taste makes a dressing for slaw. Thin slices of Granny Smith or Honey Crisp apples add a tang of tart or hint of sweetness.
Black Bean/Veggie Burger 1 16-oz can of black beans, drained, rinsed well and dried on a paper towel ½ red bell pepper, cut in large pieces 1 medium-size onion, cut in large pieces 1 Tbsp chili powder, mild or hot to taste 3 cloves of garlic, rough chopped 1 tsp black cumin 1 Tbsp ground flax seeds 3 Tbsp water Approximately 1 cup bread crumbs (glutenfree if needed) to act as a binder 4 buns or bread of choice 22
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Place black beans in the food processor and pulse to a thick, sticky consistency. Add the drained red pepper mixture, flax “egg”, cumin and chili spice. Process until lightly mixed. Remove the burger mixture to a bowl. Add bread crumbs until the mix forms into patties. Grill for 5 to 10 minutes, turning once, or bake in a 350° F oven on a parchment-lined baking sheet for about 5 to 10 minutes on each side.
Guilt-Free Chocolate Dessert
“Chocolate desserts usually include loads of sugar and butter, making them a highly processed and saturated-fat food,” says D’Anca. “These treats deliver the good fat of cacao nibs and the antioxidants of raw cacao.”
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Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl and mix them to a smooth batter. Chill the batter for about 20 minutes. Roll into either bite-sized or larger balls to serve as is or roll in nuts, coconut or cacao for texture and added taste. For more recipes and information about nutrition and heart health provided by D’Anca, visit FoodNotMeds.com. Avery Mack is a freelance writer in St. Louis, MO. Connect via AveryMack@ mindspring.com.
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Put mushrooms, tomatoes, red and yellow peppers, onion and garlic in a large roasting pan. Roast for about 30 minutes or until the vegetables caramelize.
Eating healthy doesn’t mean all salads, all the time. From appetizer to dessert, healthy, easy-to-make, creative and colorful recipes can improve health and add flavor to life.
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Preheat oven to 400° F.
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e all want to be more environmentally conscious. While nobody really likes paper straws, we will all get used to it. No more plastic bags at the grocery store? We will live. But one thing we don’t want is to invest our money in a green strategy if it means low returns and high risk. Up until about five years ago, there wasn’t an overall strategy to address environmental concerns and balance that with the requirement to provide lifetime cash flow for retired clients. That has all changed, and it is important to understand how and why in order to understand what we get and what we give up.
low-cost globally diversified stock and bond portfolios. Even then, it wasn’t possible to screen everything but we felt worth it if we could shift at least 50 percent over to the green side. Now, with options that span the entire globe, we have fully functioning portfolios that perform and act very similar to our mainstream traditional stock and bond models. As of last year, all the major liquid asset classes like U.S., international and even emerging markets (the last hold-out) have institutional quality index funds that fit green standards. Institutional means the funds are cheaper and lack hidden fees or backdoor payments to brokers like retail funds. So, the options are available; it is time that investors can ask for and require high quality, sustainability screened portfolios. Second is the concept of investments first. Let’s be honest, we’d rather have celebrities and billionaires fund the wild moon shots on the fringe of environmental investments. Do we really want to put our retirement portfolio into a one-in-a-million crapshoot? This is why most people never think about a sustainability screened portfolio. People love the idea, but in the privacy of our conference room, the usual response is, “I would like to donate money, but I have to have my portfolio perform over time.” Of course, most clients live off their portfolios, so there is no room for error. Now that we have solved this difficult trade-off by progressing beyond moonshots or illiquid investments not suitable for individual investors through options that perform, we need to remain pragmatic. Pragmatic means something real that we can measure which leads to a third and final point: the strategy has to be clear and deliberate. The goal is to address sustainability issues relevant to investors while continuing to offer broad diversification, focus on higher expected returns and minimize costs. So, what gets addressed regarding the environment? For starters, a proper sustainability strategy can reduce around 80 percent of greenhouse emission intensity. That doesn’t mean that greenhouse gases are actually reduced by that amount but the portfolio is invested in an extensive list of stocks that have 80 percent fewer emissions than the index it’s trying to replicate. On top of that, it can reduce 99.9 percent in potential emissions from oil reserves. Those are the significant improvements we can make with these strategies. And yes, you get some other benefits like no factory farming, tobacco, child labor or landmines. While essential to mention, those are minimal parts of the public market. Now that we know it can be done, the costs are lower, and institutions have real options that can be measured versus marketing hyperbole. It’s time to feel confident in asking a financial advisor what they offer in terms of green investment strategies.
First of all, know that there are options. It wasn’t until 2014 that my firm could actually build a sustainable screened portfolio that had the same risk and return characteristics as our traditional
Lee Munson is the Founder of Portfolio Wealth Advisors in Albuquerque. For more information, call their office at 866-222- 4391 or check out their website at PortfolioLLC.com
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Mindful activities ids and teens It’s important to and creative outlets like have always know that anxiety is art, music and dance in had plenty to be highly treatable. a no-pressure environstressed about, such as ment help kids get out of family finances, parental ~Dr. Timothy DiGiacomo “fight-or-flight” mode. bickering, the birth of a “Both parents and kids need to have go-to sibling and other challenges on the home coping skills,” says Rosen. “Meditation and front. Then there are the age-old tensions yoga are safe and work very well.” Kids need of taking school exams and squabbles with to feel a sense of control over their bodies, friends and other classmates. he adds, and mindful breathing techniques Yet with the proliferation of social can make a significant difference in how media and cyber-bullying, kids face obstathey handle stress. cles other generations did not, and chronic So can a regular dose of the great juvenile anxiety has become a pervasive outdoors. Exercise helps boost serotonin mental health issue. However, there are a levels, which decreases anxiety. Timothy number of integrative approaches that can DiGiacomo, Psy.D., clinical director of help heal youthful psyches. “I encourage the Mountain Valley Treatment Center, in kids and parents to focus on skills, versus Plainfield, New Hampshire, emphasizes pills,” says Lawrence Rosen, M.D., founder the value of getting outside. “Connection of The Whole Child Center, in Oradell, to nature, calmness and present-moment New Jersey. “There are several safe and awareness are all benefits.” cost-effective natural options for anxiety.”
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Sleep and Diet Triggers
Relaxing and engaging the imagination are necessary for healthy brain development and offsetting stress. Downtime in general and specifically limiting screen time is paramount. “Electronic devices can be very overstimulating and can cause or exacerbate anxiety,” says Kristi Kiel, ND, Ph.D., of Lake Superior Natural Health, in Ashland, Wisconsin. “There should be at least a one-toone balance of screen time and outside play.”
Before parents seek any treatment for their child’s anxiety, Kiel stresses the importance of looking at the basics. “When children don’t get enough sleep, their bodies don’t respond as well to stressful situations. School-age children need 10 to12 hours of sleep per night, and teenagers should be getting nine to 10 hours.” Sensitivity to certain foods such as gluten or dairy is also something to consider, says Kiel.
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Rosen concurs. “Artificial dyes and sweeteners can negatively impact mood and focus. More of an issue, though, is nutritional imbalance.” Skipping breakfast or eating mostly carbs can feed anxiety, he notes. “The brain relies on sustainable fuel—a blend of lean proteins, healthy fats—and in some cases, gluten-free, whole grain carbs.” Eating foods high in healthy fat and protein can help minimize blood sugar fluctuations that can trigger symptoms of anxiety in kids. Probiotics and/or cultured and fermented foods can help gut health and promote equilibrium. Omega-3 fats from fish or vegetarian sources are also important additions.
Helpful Supplements Supplements dosed appropriately for children and teenagers are safe and can offer huge benefits. “Magnesium is good for relaxation, especially anxiety accompanied by muscle tension. B-complex vitamins are also important because they are depleted by stress and help the body to handle stress,” says Kiel. Her herbal recommendations include skullcap, hops and milky oat as teas or glycerin-based extracts. “For teenagers, in addition to these three gentle herbs, I recommend kava kava, which can have a significant calming effect without drowsiness.”
Polyvagal Theory Research by Stephen Porges, Ph.D., a professor at the University of North Carolina, in Chapel Hill, addresses the importance of the vagus nerve, which runs from the brain through the face and thorax to the abdomen. His polyvagal theory suggests the interconnectedness of emotions, mind and body in both children and adults. This nerve affects all major organs and plays a critical role in anxiety and inflammation. Mindful breathing and using the vocal chords, especially singing, stimulates the vagus nerve and nourishes well-being. Splashing the face with cold water during times of stress also tones this nerve and reduces acute anxiety. DiGiacomo emphasizes that different natural therapies offer hope even for severe cases, advising, “It’s important to know that anxiety is highly treatable.” Marlaina Donato is the author of Multidimensional Aromatherapy. Connect at MarlainaDonato.com.
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omeopathic remedies are most effective and long-lasting when they are prescribed by an experienced practitioner that can find a constitutional remedy that matches the child’s symptoms. However, they can also be used effectively on a short-term basis.
n Aconite: for panicky feelings that seem to come out of
nowhere, or for anxiety that begins after some type of trauma
n Arsenicum: for anxiety about health or fear of germs n Gelsemium: for stage fright and both performance and
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n Phosphorus: for children that worry about the safety of
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n Pulsatilla: for children that have a hard time being alone
and need lots of reassurance and attention
For More Advice Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies (abct.org) International OCD Foundation (iocdf.org) National Child Traumatic Stress Network (nctsn.org)
Food for Thought In 2015, The New York Times reported on the use of mindaltering medications for infants and toddlers. Approximately 83,000 prescriptions for Prozac were written for kids of ages 2 and younger in 2014, as well as 20,000 prescriptions for antipsychotics.
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hether skiing on Preparing your training. Winter fitness prep fresh powder body should be on classes offer ideal benefits, but on a mountain simple walking or running up top of your list of and down stairs can also do slope, ice skating or snowvacation details. wonders. “Stairs are the closest shoeing, winter recreation offers new opportunities to thing to a hill, and you can get ~Linda Scholl get in shape and a specialcreative with stairs—skipping ized focus for fitness. a stair or hopping. It also has a cardio com “Preparing your body should be on top ponent which helps you adjust to the altitude of your list of vacation details,” says physical of a ski destination,” says Scholl. therapist Linda Scholl, of the University of Maggie Lehrian, owner of Roots Utah Orthopaedic Center. Her ski fitness Yoga Studio, in Hawley, Pennsylvania, classes in Salt Lake City focus on developing attests to yoga’s benefits for conditioning, four muscle groups: quads, hamstrings, glutes “The standing sequences in yoga practice, and core. “Ideally, you should take six to eight especially hatha yoga, are tremendously weeks to prepare for a ski vacation, but three effective at increasing balance and strength weeks’ prep is better than nothing,” she says. in the legs and glutes needed for crossThat also goes for most winter pursuits. country and downhill skiing, skating and Sean Sewell, founder of Mountain snow shoeing.” Fitness School, in Denver, concurs. “People She recommends adding 30 minutes tend to think that these sports are mostly of cardio, such as walking or running, three quad-dominant, but it’s not necessarily the times a week to a balanced yoga practice case. I believe the body works as a unit, and that includes components of strengthis therefore only as strong as its weakest building and stretching. Yoga fosters link, so all muscle groups are important in concentration and endurance and offers the big picture.” unrealized benefits. “Breathwork can be
Winter-Ready Workouts Lunges, single-leg dead lifts and lateral-motion exercises are all well-suited for tailored
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with strength-building, core-focused styles such as vinyasa or power flow.
Avoiding Injury Experts agree that the body’s core muscle groups are not only key in getting fit, but play a major role in preventing common injuries. “The core should always be activated during heavy exercises. This keeps the back safe and allows for better power output,” says Sewell. “The core is not just the abdominal muscles. I like to think of the core as an area from the shoulders to the knees and both the front and back of the body.” Proper alignment is paramount. “Skiing involves absorbing a lot of force. It’s literally controlling a fall downhill, so leg alignment is everything,” says Scholl. This applies to many winter sports—including skiing, hockey and ice skating—to avoid injuries to the anterior cruciate ligament, which stabilizes the knee.
Body Basics Being winter-ready also means eating well and staying hydrated, both on and off the slopes. “Eat well and take recovery seriously,” says Sewell. “If you are serious about performance and recovery, then do not skip out on eating.” Scholl recommends drinking plenty of water, avoiding alcohol before hitting the slopes and consuming a good balance of protein and carbohydrates, especially post-workout or after a day of skiing.
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n Stretching and warming up are a must for mobility, recovery and most importantly, to maximize all exercises. Using foam rollers or a lacrosse ball and yoga and massage are all recommended. n Kettlebell Swing is the best bang-for-your-buck exercise for glutes, core, calorie-burning and endurance. If this is too advanced, a deadlift can replicate many of the same benefits. n Squat for healthy knees, strong quads and core, and better motor control. Try the goblet squat, offset squat, double kettlebell squat or body squat, or whatever else might be more comfortable. n Lunging is a good starting exercise; step-back, front and side lunges are three options. Add weight when proficient with a kettlebell, dumbbell or even a backpack. n Press for upper body strength and a strong core; pushup, chest press, overhead press. Start off with a TRX or a high box for pushups to reinforce good form. Once proficient, progress to floor pushups. n Core exercises are for quicker results, safety and reinforcement for the back. Try planks and hollow holds. According to physical therapist Linda Scholl, the following are recommended for three days a week for six to eight weeks to build strength and skill without overtraining. Repeat each exercise with a 15-second rest. n Hamstrings focus: dumbbell dead lifts standing on one or both legs (three repetitions, 10 each side) n Squats: body weight squat (10, three repetitions progressing to 10, three repetitions each leg)
Choosing a winter sport is ideal to help combat cold weather blues and the all-too-common winter rut. As a bonus, skiing and snowboarding burn a surprisingly high number of calories. In essence, getting outside just makes winter more enjoyable. “Whether it is a solo powder day or a mellow spring day, being in the mountains is empowering and rejuvenating,” says Sewell. Scholl agrees. “It’s important to stay active, regardless of how cold it is outside. Enjoy winter and where you are.”
Tip: Technique matters. Squat with good form: knees over your ankles in both the frontal and sagittal plane (knees in line with your first and second toe and never in front of the toes throughout the entire squat).
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Check with a physician before beginning an exercise regimen.
n Buttocks/Lateral Motion: speed skater hops (three repetitions of 20 seconds each from side-to-side) n Core focus: plank/side plank (three repetitions of 30 seconds each)
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One thing I’d say is, learn spray the exam room ssential oils are derived from all you can before using with lavender between appointments to calm plant-based oils around pets. anxious clients. sources, leading people Sally Morgan, ~Gary Richter, integrative to equate natural with safe; but that’s not always veterinarian and founder of a physical therapist and advanced certithe case. Knowing how Ultimate Pet Nutrition fied practitioner of the and when to use oils is gentle animal bodywork therapy known vital, according to Gary Richter, DVM, an integrative veterinarian and medical director as Tellington TTouch, sees clients in her of Holistic Veterinary Care, in Oakland, Northampton, Massachusetts, office. “I California. A veterinarian trained in the use put a drop of a peace and calming blend of essential oils understands the properties or lavender on the carpet or a pillow,” she of each oil, along with its proper dilution and says. “It relaxes the animal and dissipates application, a subject not generally taught the smells of previous clients. I don’t use in traditional veterinary schools; holistic diffusers. The odor can be too strong for medicine requires additional training. their sensitive noses. There’s also a danger With proper use under professional it could spill and be licked up.” guidance, essential oils can be part of a Certified Professional Dog Trainer larger treatment plan, says Richter. Cats Knowledge Assessed Kim Paciotti, owner of are generally more sensitive to oils because Training Canines, LLC, based in Statesville, they don’t metabolize medicine as effiNorth Carolina, finds the scent of green apciently as dogs, he notes. “As one professor ples relieves anxiety and soothes upset tumused to tell our veterinary class, ‘Cats are mies for dogs and puppies that suffer from not small dogs, so they can’t be treated as if motion sickness. “Cotton balls placed inside they are’—always good to remember.” a small container clipped to the outside of their crates deliver the smell,” she says. “They Soothing Effects don’t have direct contact, but still reap the Just as chamomile tea relaxes humans, anxbenefits, allowing the dogs to self-medicate ious dogs find its scent calming. Some vets by sniffing when they feel the need.”
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Helpful Resources Tinyurl.com/OilSafetyTips 24/7 Animal Poison Control Center: 855-764-7661 Kimberley Wallace, founder of kW Sustainable Brands, in San Diego, burns organic, sweet basil-scented candles for their antiviral, antibacterial properties. Her pugs love the smell. “Our rescue pug has mast cell tumors which compromise her immune system. I do my due diligence to buy all-natural products whenever I can.”
Proceed With Caution Pure essential oils are far too strong to use undiluted, Richter says. Age, physical condition and species are so varied that guessing which oil and how to use it can be dangerous to the pet. “Skin irritation like a hot spot or rash is a relatively minor problem that could benefit from the right essential oil. An open wound requires a veterinary visit,” he says. “Some oils aren’t recommended unless under veterinary guidance. Reactions can range from mere annoyance to toxicity.”
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Wintergreen, melaleuca, pennyroyal, tea tree and pine oils cause the most reported problems for dogs, according to PetPoisonHelpline.com. Peppermint, cloves, cinnamon and oregano oil also can be quite strong and require educated use, says Richter. An uneven gait, vomiting, diarrhea, drooling and weakness can be symptoms of toxicity, requiring immediate veterinary care to prevent damage to the central nervous system or organ failure. In its fragrance and taste, plants have defense mechanisms to ward off destructive insects or to attract bees and butterflies. Those same properties can help people and animals. The plant’s natural compounds can ward off fungi, bacteria, parasites or inflammation. However, just reading a label isn’t enough to know which oils will work best for these problems. “The Animal Desk Reference II: Essential Oils for Animals, Second Edition, by Melissa Shelton, is a reader-friendly guide,” says Richter. “I touch on the subject in my book The Ultimate Pet Health Guide: Breakthrough Nutrition and Integrative Care for Dogs and Cats, but for deeper study, I recommend Shelton’s book.” “One thing I’d say is, learn all you can before using oils around pets,” Richter says. “There’s not a one-size-fits-all formula for dilution for safe use. There are too many variables with oils and animals.” Be more than a well-meaning pet lover—also be well-educated. Sandra Murphy is a freelance writer in St. Louis, MO. Connect at StLouisFreelanceWriter@mindspring.com.
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ow we spend our money is important, but how and where we save it matters just as much. Today’s financial marketplace offers diverse options for values-based investing and banking, regardless of interests or assets. Sustainable, responsible and impact investing is rapidly expanding. Professionally managed assets in the U.S. using socially responsible investment (SRI) strategies grew from $8.7 trillion to $12 trillion in the last two years, according to a 2018 report by the Forum for Sustainable and Responsible Investment. This represents 26 percent—about one in four dollars—of all U.S. assets under professional management.
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The Big Bank Break-Up While large numbers of investors are moving their money responsibly, changing bank accounts can still feel difficult to many people, says Fran Teplitz, executive co-director of the Washington, D.C., nonprofit Green America, which works to promote a more sustainable economy. To make the sometimes intimidating bank-changing process a little easier, Green America’s Get a Better Bank campaign at GreenAmerica.org/GetABetterBank breaks it down into bite-sized steps. “Educate yourself on the issues with the conventional banking industry, from Wall Street speculation to predatory lending practices,” says Teplitz. People don’t need to sacrifice banking needs for their values. Reflect upon what’s important in a financial institution, and then shop around for the right fit. Credit unions and community development banks that lend in local and underserved communities are often great choices, says Teplitz. Green America’s Get a Better Bank database is a great starting point for responsible banking options.
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vehicles available to responsibly assist investors toward their financial and social goals. While responsible investing once meant simply screening out “sin stocks”, like tobacco, guns and gambling, which were available only to investors able to make a large minimum deposit, today there are values-based funds to suit every cause and income level. “Socially responsible investing has come a long way since it got off the ground in this country during the apartheid divestiture movement in the 1980s,” says Gary Matthews, an investment advisor and CEO of SRI Investing LLC, headquartered in New York City. Countering some investor concerns about underperforming SRI funds, there is a growing body of evidence to show that money that does good can also do well. The firm Nuveen TIAA Investments assessed the leading SRI equity indexes over the long term and “found no statistical difference in returns compared to broad market benchmarks,” nor any additional risks, according to a 2017 report Responsible Investing: Delivering Competitive Performance.
SRI Approaches and Outcomes Fossil fuel-free portfolios are trending, Matthews notes—which Green America encourages. While acknowledging the everfluctuating price of oil, Matthews says he’s seen diversified portfolios that eliminate oil, coal and natural gas do better at times than those that include them. A subset of SRI investments, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) investing focuses less on what sector a company is in than on how they conduct their business. The way companies treat their employees and respond to climate change are factors that may have a positive influence on financial performance. Robo-advisors, a recent arrival in the SRI sector, are online investment services that automate money management. Robo-advisor companies make it easier for people to invest and leverage technology to keep fees down, although they usually do not offer in-depth impact research on the companies within the financial products they offer, according to Amberjae Freeman, of the portfolio management team for Swell Investing LLC, an impact investment company in Santa Monica, California.
Swell evaluates thousands of companies to build diversified portfolios of businesses aligned with at least one of the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Like most SRI firms, Swell offers retirement IRAs (individual retirement accounts), as well as more liquid brokerage accounts, with a minimum initial deposit of $50. While the array of investment options can be daunting, investors should aim for progress, rather than perfection, in their portfolios. As the money and impact in a portfolio grows, so does an investor’s confidence and knowledge. April Thompson is a freelance writer in Washington, D.C. Connect at AprilWrites.com.
A WORD TO THE MONEY-WISE n Verify that a bank is insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) or the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA), where accounts are insured up to $250,000 per depositor. n Responsible investors can also influence banking practices in their workplaces, religious institutions or professional associations by educating account managers about the issues. Green America has a free booklet for 401k benefits managers at GreenAmerica.org/finance. n There are as many names for socially responsible investing (SRI) as there are approaches to it including community, ethical, green, impact, mission-related, responsible, sustainable and values-based investing. What an institution or a fund does and how they do it is more important than how it’s labeled. n The mainstreaming of SRI, while positive overall as impact investing is getting the attention of larger firms, has led to some “greenwashing”, where portfolios are being touted as socially responsible without much depth to their criteria, cautions investment advisor Gary Matthews, of SRI Investing LLC, in New York City. Fund sustainability rankings like the Morningstar Sustainability Rating can help take out the guesswork, although it pays to ask hard questions and look at a fund’s individual holdings. n Returns, whether social, environmental or financial, aren’t everything. “When it comes to investing, it’s important to get clear about specific goals, whether it’s planning for a home purchase or paying off student loans, understand the potential risks and returns, and set up an appropriate time horizon,” says Amberjae Freeman, of the portfolio management team for Swell Investing LLC, a Santa Monica-based impact investment firm. February 2019
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AMAZING EMBRACE The Healing Power of Hugs by April Thompson
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These behaviors ugs don’t just feel A Primal Need good; they do also turn down our for Connection good. A simple biological response Mata Amritanandamayi, embrace can boost our to stress and may a 65-year-old Indian spirihealth and mood, connect tual leader better known even improve us spiritually and even as Amma, has hugged help mend society. how our immune tens of millions of people Hugs and other types system works. around the world, earning of affectionate touching her the nickname, “the ~Michael Murphy, can provide numerous hugging saint.” benefits in the face of researcher Amma’s tradition of threats or stress, accordhugging people grew organically, from huging to Michael Murphy, Ph.D., a researcher ging someone she noticed in distress, to how with the Laboratory for the Study of she receives massive crowds clamoring for Stress, Immunity and Disease at Carnegie one of her loving, compassionate embraces. Mellon University, in Pittsburgh. “The “A hug is a gesture that reveals the research shows that touch behaviors like spiritual truth that, ‘We are not two—we hugs reduce negative responses to threats are one, ’ ” says Swami Amritaswaruand make people feel happier, more secure pananda, one of Amma’s senior disciples. and more supported.” “In today’s world, where people often feel In a study of 404 adults, Carnegie alienated and lonely, a hug can uplift and Mellon researchers looked at how social support and hugs affected participants’ sus- make us feel reconnected to the people and world around us.” ceptibility to the common cold after being Intention is key to the exchange of exposed to the virus. “People experiencing energy that occurs with a hug, says Amrilots of conflict are more likely to get a cold taswarupananda. “What is important is the when exposed to a virus,” says Murphy. sincerity behind the action—the genuine “But individuals who also tend to receive feeling of love and compassion. A simple lots of hugs appear protected from this adglance or mere touch of the hand can have ditional risk.” 32
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that same power to make us feel whole if that genuine, heartfelt connection is there.” Hugs tap into that fundamental human need to belong, says Murphy. “Hugs and other forms of affectionate touch act as powerful reminders that we belong. “These behaviors also turn down our biological response to stress and may even improve how our immune system works.” For example, researchers think that touching might trigger our body to release oxytocin, a hormone that can reduce fear and improve social bonding, Murphy notes. Hugs and the associated oxytocin release can have powerful ripple effects in the body, decreasing heart rate and levels of stress hormones cortisol and norepinephrine, along with improving immune function and pain tolerance. Oxytocin can also trigger the release of feel-good hormones like serotonin and dopamine.
Bridging Divides With a Hug While Murphy cautions that the jury is out on the effects of hugs on strangers, as most research has been done on embraces between loved ones, Ken Nwadike, Jr. has built a national campaign around the concept. Known as the “free hugs guy”, the former competitive runner began offering up hugs during the 2014 Boston Marathon, the year after the deadly bombing. Nwadike has since brought the Free Hugs Project to more divisive spaces, from political rallies to protests, offering hugs to all to spread love and inspire change. The Los Angeles activist’s all-embracing hugs are a symbol of unconditional love, respect and unity at a time when tensions and political divisions are running high. For Nwadike, hugs are a way of de-escalating conflict and mending the human divide. “Communities are divided because of fear, hatred and misunderstanding. Starting the conversation with kindness, rather than hatred, will get us a lot further,” he says. Consent is always important, and not everyone appreciates an unsolicited hug. But like compliments, hugs are free to give and usually well received. As humans, we bear arms that were built not to harm, but to heal. Connect with freelance writer April Thompson, of Washington, D.C., at AprilWrites.com.
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Astrology Discussion Group 11:00 - 12:30 PM The planet Uranus is the higher level of Mercury. It expresses your originality, intellect and direct knowing. It indicates abrupt changes and humanitarian efforts. Join us in a casual fun setting. All levels welcome. Donations. LOCATION: Church of Light, 2119 Gold Ave., Albuquerque, 505-2471338, ChurchofLight@light.org, Light.org
Divination & Holistic Fair 12:00 - 6:00 PM Join us at Prana Blessings for: Numerology, Tarot, Aura & Astrology Readings. Massage, Reiki and Shamanic Healing Sessions. Meet local, professionals, offering 20-minute sessions. $25 per session or any three (3) for $60.00. Amazing value and tons of fun! Pay at the door $25. LOCATION: Prana Blessings, 1925 Rosina St C, Santa Fe, 505-772-0171, pranablessings@gmail.com, pranablessings.com/event
Circle Singing, Vocal Jam & Singing Meditation 7:00 - 8:30 PM Come Release Your Voice in this all-levels mistake free zone. Bring your courageous self. Engage your creativity. Tighten community bonds. Circle Singing has been likened to singing meditation. Each song is different from the last. Fun musical games are played. All voices necessary. Marie Black Facilitates $10 - $20 Sliding Scale. LOCATION: Brad Andersen Guitars, 404 San Felipe St NW, Albuquerque, 503-688-0008, sing@ holisticvoicelab.com, marieblackstudio.com
DreamVision - Journey of Discoveries. 12:004:00pm Shamanic healing In a safe and nurturing circle we’ll journey into the dream real aided by the sound of the drum and didgeridoo. You’ll learn what the soul wants, where it has gone and can go. This can reveal wishes of the soul, sacred contracts, knowledge & help of guides and spirits. Questing for self-healing and transform soul wounds from grief, pain, anger, and shame into sources of power and wisdom. Wellness Within, LOCATION Prana Blessings 1925 Rosina St., Unit C, Santa Fe RSVP Laurie Wheeler (505)7720970 Donation $45 - bring a journal & blanket.
You Are Not Your Story! 9:00 - 4:00 PM Come join us for this daylong workshop of laughter and transformation! You will be awed and inspired as Kyle Cease, New York Times bestselling author and Comedy Central alum, brings laughter and personal evolution together as he leads us to a new vision of what is possible in our lives. $90 - $145 LOCATION: Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College, 1000 Rim Drive, Durango, 970-247-7657, mofcyr@hotmail.com
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Communication Dyads - Introduction 10:00 12:00 PM Dyad is a Greek word and means “two”. These exercises are also known as partner assisted meditation. They are designed to create a supportive environment to communicate authentically and be received deeply. No prior experience required. $5-20. LOCATION: Nob Hill Chiropractic, 201 Dartmouth SE, Albuquerque, 208-342-7499, katrinpotticary@gmail.com, pathofheart.us Basics of Cranio Sacral Therapy Feb 9-12, 9am6pm, Listen to and feel the inner movements of the body by connecting to the basic Cranial rhythms. Learn to give a full basic session. $600, 32CEUs. LOCATION: Etienne Peirsman Blue Desert Hale, 38 Pine Haven Road, Tijeras, 505-503-5137, bluedeserthale@gmail.com, peirsmancraniosacral.com
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 10
Free Your Authentic Voice Workshop 12:30 - 1:30 PM Come learn some secrets of singing. We will discuss and experience breathwork, resonance, placement and simple everyday exercises you can do anywhere to turn on your voice. For curious singers and speakers of all levels. Each person receives a few minutes of individual attention. Limited Space. RSVP by email. (Required) $10 - $20 Sliding Scale. LOCATION: Candyman Strings & Things - Upstairs, 851 St. Michael’s Dr., Santa Fe, 503-688-0008, sing@holisticvoicelab.com Vibrational Healing 11:00 - 12:30 PM Reiki and color puncture both fall into the category of vibrational healing using different tools but similar methods. Join us for a brief understanding of these two healing modalities. Donations LOCATION: Church of Light, 2119 Gold Ave, Albuquerque, 505-247-1338, ChurchofLight@light.org, Light.org Circle Singing, Vocal Jam & Singing Meditation 2:00 - 3:00 PM Come Release Your Voice in this alllevels mistake free zone. Engage your creativity. Bring your courageous self. Tighten community bonds. Circle Singing has been likened to singing meditation. Each song is different from the last. Fun musical games are played. All voices necessary. Marie Black Facilitates. RSVP name/city. $10 - $20 Sliding Scale LOCATION: Candyman Strings & Things - Upstairs, 851 St. Michael’s Dr., Santa Fe, 503-688-0008, sing@ holisticvoicelab.com, marieblackstudio.com
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 14
Cranio Sacral Unwinding Meridians Rhythms Feb 14 - 17, 9am-6pm Explore deeper Cranial rhythms and the neutral touch. Unwind the head, neck and extremities. Use the meridians to open the heart and release the lungs. $600, 32CEUs. LOCATION: Etienne Peirsman Blue Desert Hale, 38
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Pisces Service 11:00 - 12:30 PM Pisces are like 2 souls united by a ribbon each swimming in different directions. Each soul supplies certain talents which together enable them to do their cosmic work. Keyword is “”I Believe””. Potluck and questions follows service. All levels welcome. Donations. LOCATION: Church of Light, 2119 Gold Ave, Albuquerque, 505-247-1338, ChurchofLight@light.org, Light.org Mele Luna (Moon Music) Sound Healing Concert & Meditation 4:00 - 5:30 PM Revered as a Vocal Shaman, Marie draws from a lifelong musical journey leading you on your own deeply restorative healing meditation with Sacred Tibetan Bowls, Soft Percussion, Gong, her multitimbral voice sings intuitively guided, non-linguistic tones when called into the mix focusing intention, leading you to bliss. Pre-registration required. $25 LOCATION: Yoga Art Space, 8338 Comanche Rd. NE, Albuquerque, 503-688-0008, marie@marieblackstudio.com, yogaartspace.com/calendar
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 21-25
Enlightenment Intensive 6:00PM An Enlightenment Intensive is a challenging and deeply rewarding residential retreat. The goal is to maximize the conditions to knowing truth of SELF.The suggested technique and the unique structure have enabled thousands of ordinary people around the world to discover for themselves who and what they truly are. $300-$600. LOCATION: Path of Heart, 115 Blue Deer Ranch Road, Buena Vista, 208-342-7499, katepot@gmail.com, pathofheart.us
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Prana Vinyasa Flow + Living Ayurveda 2:00 5:00 PM The teachings of Prana Vinyasa Flow are the living movement embodiment of Ayurveda. Delve deeper into your practice and teaching in a thorough understanding of Ayurveda. Learn how it applies, integrates and informs Prana Vinyasa Flow sequencing, thematic offerings, and teaching methods to evolve your sadhana. 27 CEUs $380 LOCATION: 1111 Carlisle Blvd SE, Albuquerque, office@nmschoolofyoga.com, nmschoolofyoga. com/calendar/prana-vinyasa-flow-living-ayurvedaaligning-your-life-and-practice-an-advancedimmersion-weekend-for-yoga-teachers/ DreamVision - Journey of Discoveries. 10:3012:00pm In a safe and nurturing circle we’ll journey into the dream real aided by the sound of the drum and didgeridoo. You’ll learn what the soul wants, where it has gone and can go. This can reveal wishes of the soul, sacred contracts, knowledge & help of guides and spirits. Questing for self-healing and transform soul wounds from grief, pain, anger, and shame into
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sources of power and wisdom. Wellness Within, LOCATION Prana Blessings 1925 Rosina St., Unit C, Santa Fe RSVP Laurie Wheeler (505)772-0970 Donation $45 - bring a journal & blanket.
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 23
Happy 2019 1:00 - 2:40 PM Renew your spirit, mind, body with positive light energy. Let’s increase light in the world together. Please come and experience this positive energy. No charge for event. LOCATION: Manzano Mesa Multi-Gen Center, 501 Elizabeth St. SE, Albuquerque, 859-512-7693, kimberlytc51@gmail.com DreamVision - Journey of Discoveries. 6:00-8:00 pm In a safe and nurturing circle we’ll journey into the dream real aided by the sound of the drum and didgeridoo. You’ll learn what the soul wants, where it has gone and can go. This can reveal wishes of the soul, sacred contracts, knowledge & help of guides and spirits. Questing for self-healing and transform soul wounds from grief, pain, anger, and shame into sources of power and wisdom. Wellness Within, LOCATION Prana Blessings 1925 Rosina St., Unit C, Santa Fe RSVP Laurie Wheeler (505)772-0970 Donation $45 - bring a journal & blanket. Ignite Your Intuition and Live Your Dream Life Now 1:00 - 4:00PM Learn to trust yourself so you can get MORE of what you TRULY want. Find clarity in your purpose and share your gifts in the MOST meaningful way. Up-level through a connection to Higher Self and become unstoppable! Feel inspired, connected and aligned so you can create your dream life $22. LOCATION: Unity Studio, 4013 Silver Ave, Albuquerque, 505-280-3637, contact@saltwillsavetheworld. com, eventbrite.com/e/ignite-your-intuition-and-liveyour-dream-life-now-tickets-54936811482
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The Magic of Herbs class with Matthew Wood 9:30 - 5:30 PM Learn how to understand a plant’s medicine. We will explore “The Doctrine of Signatures” which is based on the idea that a plants appearance reflects its medicinal properties. We will also look at “spirit signatures” which indicates a particularly powerful plant medicine with a correspondence to a medicine animal. $250 LOCATION: The Inner Vision Institute, 205 State Road 399, Espanola, (505-747-0741, msnyder5555@ gmail.com, tiviww.org/herbal-wisdom-series
THURSDAY, MARCH 7 -10
Holotropic Breathwork 9:30 - 1:00 PM Holotropic Breathwork is a simple yet profound method for expanding our understanding of who we are and what it means to be human. It invites potentially transformative learning about aspects of self that may be unfamiliar or unexplored, the possibility for healing, and the emergence of fresh insight. $595 LOCATION: Academy for the Love of Learning, 133 Seton Village Road, Santa Fe (505) 995-1860, learn@aloveoflearning.org, aloveoflearning.org/events-workshops/ holotropic-breathwork-retreat-4/2019-03-07/
THURSDAY, MARCH 21
Spring Equinox Cacao Plant Journey 7:00 - 10:00 PM Cacao has long been considered a “Food of the
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FRIDAY, MARCH 22
Herbs for Sleep & Nurturing the Dreamtime Class 6:00 - 9:00 PM Having trouble sleeping? Learn the plants, flower essences & essential oils used to support sleep/enhance the dream state. We will cover specific herbal allies used to stimulate dreaming, bring about psychic dreaming and aid with recall of dreams. Everyone will make their own dream-time anointing oil and dream/sleep pillow. $75 LOCATION: The Inner Vision Institute, 205 State Road 399, Espanola (505) 747-0741, msnyder5555@ gmail.com, www.tiviww.org/herbal-wisdom-series
SATURDAY, MARCH 23 Plant Journey with Mugwort & Hops 1:00 - 3:00 PM Explore how plants weave their magic by telling their story in relation to their cultural uses, appearance, habitat & energetic make-up. Experience the plants medicine by ingesting a tincture, flower essence & tea. Join us to experience Mugwort on Sat 3/23 and Hops on 3/24-both plants for Sleep & Dreaming. $48 each class. LOCATION: The Inner Vision Institute, 205 State Road 399, Espanola (505) 747-0741, msnyder5555@gmail. com, tiviww.org/herbal-wisdom-series
SATURDAY, MARCH 30
Medicine Animals & Constitutional Types Class with Matthew Wood 9:30 - 5:30 PM Learn how to recognize constitutional types in people, the relationship of constitutions to strengths/weaknesses, & the concept that treatment is by “like to like,” or the essence of the plant to a disorder in the corresponding human essence. The class will also explore the importance of the personal medicine animal. $250 LOCATION: The Inner Vision Institute, 205 State Road 399, Espanola (505-747-0741, msnyder5555@ gmail.com, tiviww.org/herbal-wisdom-series
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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.
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.
Intuitive Healing for Empaths - 1:00 PM 2:00 PM, Intuitive Journeys for Empaths – By appointment. Overwhelmed? Mysterious physical symptoms? I will teach you to manage your gift of sensitivity so that it will support you in every area of your life for ultimate health, energy and empowerment. $100.00/ hr Special during student clinicals $100 (Reg. $200). Your Divine Light at Unicorn Mesa, Teleconference Via Phone, (505) 438-1074. info@ YourDivineLight.biz www.YourDivineLight.biz Personal Retreats for You or You & a Friend– by appointment - Need to re-charge? Self-care is a necessity, not a luxury. Sometimes an hour is just not enough. Design your retreat yourself, with any combination of equine support, Intuitive Journey time & Reiki. Includes 20-minute pre-retreat phone consultation to review your specific Intentions for your sacred getaway. $50 per session. Chantal Fidanza. Your Divine Light at Unicorn Mesa, LLC Santa Fe, NM 505-438-1074 info@YourDivineLight.biz. www.YourDivineLight.biz Readings and Spiritual Coaching - By appointment. Intuitive & card readings, chakra balancing, energy flow, personalized guided meditation for grounding & heart-centered awareness, help with choosing a regular spiritual practice that works for you, mentoring &/or tune-up for intuitive arts practitioners (psychics, healers, mediums, intuitives). Rev. Marya OMalley, Celebrating Life, LLC 9301 Indian School Road NE Albuquerque (505) 318-2128 connect@maryaomalley.com MaryaOMalley.com
sunday 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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Qigong & Healing From Within - 10:30am-12pm. Taoist, Yogic & Shamanic practices cultivate vitality, inner strength & awareness with energy healing, movement, sound, breathwork & meditation. $15, free/first class. Allison Lasky. We’re moving - Call for location, Santa Fe. 505-984-8733, AllisonLasky.com.
thursday 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. 505-927-5407. DeepRootsStudio.com.
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
saturday 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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Empath Support Retreat with Diving Equine Assistance. 12:00 - 4:00 PM. Are you sensitive to energy, to other people’s emotions, and often the caretaker in relationships? Do you find yourself often unexplainably drained? Are boundaries a particular challenge? Give yourself the support you deserve. We will practice techniques for anchoring your strength, becoming less permeable, all with equine love and support. $125 / person. LOCATION: Unicorn Mesa, LLC, Santa Fe, 505-438-1074- info@YourDivineLight.biz www.YourDivineLight.biz
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, CranioSacral Therapy, Ayurveda and Marma Therapy and Reiki. Space also available for groups.
BRENNAN HEALING SCIENCE NINA TWOMBLY
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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.
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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. See our ad for more detail.
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Sometimes we do not have the tools to be healthier and happier. Let me coach you through your health & wellness journey. As a health and wellness coach, I will help you through the process of creating a vision for your health and overall wellbeing. By developing the vision you can start to manifest a healthy mindset and together we can sort through habits and strengthen those that match your goals.
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 MEDICINE MOUNTAIN ACUPUNCTURE
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Holistic Medicine at its Finest. Treating complex medical conditions with Acupuncture, Chinese Herbology, Homeopathy, Thermography and Jyotish. Massage and Energy Work by Leahn Cox, LMT. See our ad for more detail.
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Relaxing bodywork massage using complementary topical CBD to ease pain and further extend the benefit of the session for lasting comfort.
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Homeopathy, Gemmotherapy, Rife therapy, shamanic healing/coaching, medical intuition, soul retrieval and flower essences. You may be facing some type of emotional or physical pain - with minimal understanding or relief. I’ve worked for over 24 yrs. with success in these modalities. Working with people of all ages - young and older, from colds to cancer - and specializing (but no limited to) the endocrine system. See ad and monthly calendar event. See our ad for more detail.
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.
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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.
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PSYCHIC/MEDIUM READINGS CORYELLE KRAMER
505-699-5797 mail@coryellekramer.com www.coryellekramer.com
Coryelle Kramer is known throughout the country as a prolific Professional Intuitive. She utilizes her psychic abilities, her guides and the ancient tarot in order to see and relay answers on such subjects as: career, love life, relationships, life purpose, current situations and future outcomes.Her readings are always giving with compassion and can be uplifting, empowering, honest, fun and extremely accurate. See our ad for more detail.
REGENERATIVE MEDICINE DR. ROBYN BENSON, DOM
Santa Fe Soul Center For Optimal Health 2905 Rodeo Park Dr, East Bldg #3 Santa Fe •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 our ad for more detail.
REIKI ENERGY HEALING WITH LAGINA
LaGina Glass - Reiki Master 505-772-0171 • 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.
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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.
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.
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 our ad for more detail.
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!
Reverend Shaman Sandra Chestnutt 575-779-4253 SandyChestnutt@gmail.com Facilitating Shamanic Healing ceremonies for over 20 years. Spiritual Guidance, House Clearing, and Apprenticeship program also offered. Open 7 days/eves.See our ad for more detail.
Nutrition Upgrades plus: Managing Allergies
NATURAL FOOD ISSUE
Our Readers are Seeking:
Dietitians/Nutritionists Garden Centers Farmers’ Markets Garden Centers
STRUCTURAL INTEGRATION BODYWORK
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Sustainable Living
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 our ad for more detail.
VOCAL EMPOWERMENT MARIE BLACK STUDIO / HOLISTIC VOICE LAB www.marieblackstudio.com Albuquerque, Santa Fe, Portland 503-688-0008
A lifelong musician and spa industry veteran, Marie is familiar with helping people relax. Having changed her focus seven years ago to what feels like a deeper purpose, she now helps people release their true spirits through private and public sound healings and varying voice offerings both formal and fun.
SHAMAN EARTH WALK MEDICINE
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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.
plus: Creative Arts Therapy Our Readers are Seeking:
Green Home & Building Renewable Energy Resources Expressive Arts Therapy Healing Sound & Music
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Mental & Emotional Well-Being plus: Healthy Vision WOMEN’S HEALTH ISSUE
Our Readers are Seeking: Energy Healing Life Coaches Spiritual Practices Relationship Counseling Natural Eye Care
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