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

14 IT’S ALL ABOUT METABOLISM Getting to the Root Cause of Disease

by Linda Sechrist

17 NEW YEAR, NEW YOU

When ‘Good Enough’ Is Perfect

by Elizabeth Lombardo

18 INTERVAL TRAINING KNOCKS DOWN BLOOD SUGAR Exercise Bursts are Fast and Effective by Lisa Marlene

20 20 AN APP A DAY KEEPS THE DOCTOR AWAY Keep Kids Engaged in Healthy Living by Julianne Hale

22 ECO-FRIENDLY FLOORS Sustainable Beauty Underfoot by Avery Mack

24 PET ANESTHESIA

How to Make it Safe and Easier on Everyone by Shawn Messonnier

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ew Years is full of parties, sparkle, noise and crowds. It is also an ancient holiday with deep spiritual roots. For centuries

people have been observing the end of one year and the beginning of another. The Winter Solstice is the turning point of the year, beginning the lengthening of days. It has

long been viewed as the birth of the New Year. The pagans celebrate the return of the Sun and the Christians the birth of the Son of God. The days between Solstice and the New Year are a magical and luminous

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time period when anything is possible. In ancient Babylon the days between the Winter Solstice and the New Year were seen as the time of struggle between Chaos and Order with Chaos trying to take over the world.

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Everything has significance on New Year’s Day. The first person to cross your

threshold after midnight brings luck to the household in the British Isles. In Scotland, a “first footer”, preferably a tall and handsome man, brought gifts of whisky, bread, a piece of firewood, and a coin. The man enters in silence and no one

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speaks to him until he put a log on the fire, pours a glass of whisky for the head of the house, and wishes everyone a Happy New Year.

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Throughout history and today there are many common themes. The period

leading up to New Year’s Day is a time for setting things straight. Do a thorough housecleaning, pay off debts, return borrowed objects, reflection on yourself, and fixing relationships. In some cultures, people jump into the sea to wash the slate clean. Whatever you do, don’t clean your house after midnight on December 31. You might sweep out the New Year’s good luck just deposited in your home.

Although many of these customs may seem like superstitions, they all stem

from a similar belief. End the old year with respect and peace and begin the new one in the way we want to begin anew. Establish your intentions and visualize how you wish the New Year to be. However you decide to start your New Year I wish you all the best.

This publisher plans to stay home, have a bonfire outside on the patio, wrap

up in a warm blanket and sip on my Evan Williams Egg Nog while staring up at the sky and counting my lucky stars. I am visualizing a loving, peaceful, happy, fun, and prosperous New Year.

Happy New Year!

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New Year Hypnotherapy Fair Introduces Three New Hypnotists

he Hypnotherapy Fair will be held on Saturday, January 10 from 1-7pm at Our Place, located at 19900 S. Main St. Suite 5, Cornelius. The fair will address issues such as smoking cessation, weight management, breaking unwanted habits, and breaking through fears, just to name a few, creating success and prosperity this year. Choose one of the new hypnotherapists as your guide for a one-hour hour private session. Linda Thunberg will be hosting three new hypnotists: Jenny Whitaker, CHt, Meredith Glazer, CHt, and Gary Dobson, CHt. She trained these therapists herself through the National Association of Transpersonal Hypnotherapists. The cost is $50 per one-hour session. Call for your appointment time and hypnotist choice. For more information, call Linda Thunberg, MHt, at 704-237-3561. See ad, page 2.

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he Ingram Funeral Home & Cremation Society opened its doors earlier this year. The funeral home was previously Neill Funeral Home. Its former owner, the late Carol Neill, served the Lake Norman community for over 35 years. The Ingram Funeral Home building, in historic downtown Mooresville, dates from the early 1900’s and is being lovingly restored by Mr. Ingram. Ingram has expanded its services to include an optional hosting of a family dinner, with a variety of catering options. In 2015, they will also begin offering services for four-legged family members. For more information, call Clint Ingram, 704-663-3939. Ingram Funeral Home and Cremation Society, 627 Gum Street, Mooresville. See ad, page 25.

‘Discover Your True Potential’ Focus Group Starts in January

illow Ridge Coaching has announced a 6-month focus group starting in January 2015. “Discover Your True Potential” is a unique coaching journey that uncovers various areas of your life. While exploring these areas, the group will assist you in identifying and awakening the powerful person inside of you. Each month participants will have a special topic to explore: Who Are You Being, Conscious Choices, Happiness, Health, Wealth & Abundance, & Being the Powerful Change. The group meets the first Friday of the month at 7 pm as a group. Each participant will have a private telephone session with a certified life coach. Cost is $295 per month. Classes will be held at 19900 S. Main St, Cornelius. Space will be limited. Registration is required at WillowRidgeCoaching.com. For more information, contact Katie Stankiewicz 704-237-0644 or email info@WillowRidgeCoaching.com. See ad, page 2.

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newsbriefs Divine Body Wisdom Opens Its Doors in Lake Norman

ebbie Chisholm of Divine Body Wisdom offers some cutting-edge workshops for women. Learn your BodiSpeak through learning your body’s language to tap into the body’s innate wisdom. There are three ways to tap learn your BodiSpeak: coaching, movement, and intuitive art. SoulCollage workshops teach you how to use the language of imagery through collage to access your inner wisdom. Working with Mind Body Nutrition, individual personal coaching sessions help you become a witness instead of judge when it comes to looking at who you are as an eater; how, when, and why you eat is just as important as what you eat. NIA is a blend of dance, healing and martial arts and empowers people of all abilities to move their body’s way. This pleasure-based movement form, practiced barefoot to soulstirring music, has been described as “moving meditation” and Debbie’s playshops provide a safe space to honor your body. “Intuitive art quiets the ego and allows us to hear our spirit”, says Debbie. “This workshop was created with the intent of healing body, mind, emotions and spirit.” Debbie Chisholm is a recent graduate of the Institute for the Psychology of Eating and owner of Divine Body Wisdom, LLC. Debbie is a life embodiment coach with a new practice in the Lake Norman area, working with women holistically to create a sustainable and natural relationship with food and their bodies. Debbie focuses on challenges with body image and weight loss and believes that the body speaks to us with a language all its own. For more information, call 704-659-5252 or visit DebbieChisholm.com. See ad, page 19.

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ONDAMED Electromagnetic Biofeedback Therapy Comes to Lake Norman

n The Mend, Finally is now offering biofeedback to Lake Norman with the world renowned ONDAMED technology. ONDAMED is a biofeedback Class II Medical Device that has been used in Europe since the early 1990s with great success Without labeling the patient with a disease, this therapy focuses stimulation to the weakest links in the body, jump-starting the body’s own regulation to heal itself. The ONDAMED Technology combines two therapeutic approaches: Biofeedback and Focused electro-magnetic frequency stimulation. Pulsed Electromagnetic Biofeedback Therapy, also known as Energy Medicine, provides an effective, painless, non-invasive complement or alternative to other pain relief options such as surgery or drugs and can enhance the effectiveness of conventional treatments as well as speed recovery and reduce side effects. For more information, contact On The Mend, Finally at 888-603-0536, ext. 01 or email Info@OnTheMendFinally.com. See listing, page 37.

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Eucalyptus Oil Inhibits Spread of TB

any of the natural compounds in the essential oil of Eucalyptus citriodora may prevent the airborne spread of the tuberculosis (TB) bacterium (Mycobacterium tuberculosis), according to a study from the Institute for Tuberculosis Research at the University of Illinois College of Pharmacy. Several of the compounds in the eucalyptus oil inhibited the airborne spread of the infection by 90 percent, while the major component of the oil was only weakly active, at 18 percent. The scientists used an array of analytical laboratory tests to measure the airborne spread of TB from contagious patients. They also identified 32 active airborne compounds within the essential oil of eucalyptus and studied the impact of the interaction of multiple components in artificial mixtures. The researchers undertook the study because “the rapid emergence of extensively and multidrug-resistant tuberculosis has created a pressing public health problem… and represents a new constraint in the already challenging disease management of TB.”

Legumes, Nuts and Corn Cut Risk of Breast Cancer

Harvard Medical School study concluded that eating more peanut butter, corn, nuts and beans, including lentils and soybeans, during adolescence significantly reduces the risk of breast cancer later on. The researchers followed 9,039 young women that were between 9 and 15 years old when the study started in 1996, having the subjects complete diet questionnaires every year through 2001, and also in 2003, 2004, 2007 and 2010. When the women were ages 18 to 30, the number of benign breast diseases that had developed was recorded. The statistics associated a daily serving of nuts and legumes at age 14 with a 66 percent reduction in the risk of developing breast cancer. Just a single serving of peanut butter once every three days at the age of 11 was associated with a 44 percent reduction of breast cancer risk. Intake of at least one serving of corn every three days was correlated with a 39 percent reduction in the disease. Earlier studies by Harvard researchers found that eating pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, soybeans, tofu and other vegetable fats also reduces breast cancer risk. 8

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SECONDHAND SMOKE DAMAGES CHILDREN’S HEARING

esearchers from São Paulo’s School of Medical Sciences of Santa Casa have found that secondhand smoke negatively affects a child’s hearing. The researchers tested 145 students between ages 8 and 10 that showed normal hearing in standardized tests. Their secondhand smoke exposure was measured by the level of a nicotine metabolite in the children’s urine. The 60 youngsters that had been exposed to secondhand smoke showed significantly lower responses to certain frequencies in both ears when compared to the others that weren’t exposed to the smoke. Researchers suspect that the affecting mechanism may be the acrolein gas that forms from burning tobacco cigarettes. The chemical was found to damage ear cells in a study published in the International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology. A 2012 study of diesel exhaust, which likewise produces acrolein gas, by the Republic of Korea’s Dongguk University, also showed damage to middle ear cells. Supporting these results, a study published in the American Medical Association Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery journal found that smoking during pregnancy almost triples the risk of lowfrequency hearing loss in the child. The study tested 964 adolescents between ages 12 and 15, of whom 16 percent were exposed to prenatal smoking.

Body Symmetry Correlates with Male Strength

esearch from Germany’s University of Göttingen has determined that men with greater body symmetry also have greater strength. The scientists sampled 69 heterosexual, right-handed adult men, measuring handgrip strength as a scientifically recognized means for determining power and strength, as well as fluctuating asymmetry (FA), a measure of subtle, random deviations from perfect bilateral symmetry in traits that are typically symmetrical in the general population. FA was evaluated by measuring and comparing 12 body feature traits on the right and left sides, including breadth of the hand, wrist and elbow; finger length; and facial features. After eliminating the effects of body mass index, the researchers determined that the men with the greatest physical symmetry were stronger. Facial symmetry in males was associated with greater intelligence and better information-processing efficiency at age 83.

PHOTOTHERAPY REDUCES KNEE PAIN

Research from Brazil’s Universidade Nove de Julho has confirmed that pulsed lasers and LED therapy applied during treatment can significantly reduce knee pain. The 86 patients that participated in the study were divided into two groups; one received 12 treatments using super-pulsed red laser and infrared LED phototherapy and the control (placebo) group received 12 treatments using non-therapeutic phototherapy instruments. The patients given therapeutic phototherapy reported feeling significantly less pain, beginning with and continuing after the tenth treatment through a one-month follow-up visit, and showed improved quality of life compared with the study’s placebo group.

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Low Magnesium Levels Linked to Kidney Disease

study from the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine found that people with low levels of magnesium in their blood have a significantly greater risk of chronic kidney disease. The researchers correlated the blood levels of magnesium in 13,226 people ages 45 to 65 with the incidence of chronic kidney disease and end-stage renal disease among them. Subjects that had blood serum magnesium levels below what is generally considered the normal range (0.7–1 millimole per liter) were associated with a 58 percent increased risk of chronic kidney disease and a 139 percent increased risk of endstage renal disease. Abnormally low levels of magnesium may result from a number of conditions, including inadequate intake of serum magnesium due to chronic diarrhea, malabsorption, alcoholism, chronic stress and the use of medications such as diuretics. Foods rich in magnesium include leafy greens, nuts and seeds, beans, whole grains, avocados, bananas and figs.

esearchers from Brazil’s University of São Paulo have found that hatha yoga breathing exercises can significantly improve lung function in children with Duchenne muscular dystrophy, a disease that often ends in premature death from respiratory failure. The average age of the 26 children that completed the study was 9-and-a-half years old. Participants were taught how to perform hatha yoga breathing exercises and instructed to perform them three times a day for 10 months. The researchers performed spirometry [breathing] tests before, during and after the study period. At the end of the 10 months of practice, the scientists found the breathing exercises improved both the children’s forced vital capacity (the volume of air that can forcibly be blown out after full inspiration) and forced expiratory volume in one second (the volume of air that can forcibly be exhaled in one second after full inspiration). natural awakenings

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Safer Groceries Landmark Food Law Being Enforced

The Center for Food Safety (CFS) has reached a settlement agreement (Tinyurl. com/FoodSettlementAgreement) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) that sets firm deadlines for the agency to fully enact the 2011 Food Safety Modernization Act. A federal court will maintain supervision to ensure FDA compliance. CFS senior attorney George Kimbrell, who led the case, says, “The first major update to our food safety laws since 1938 must now be implemented in a closed-ended, timely fashion. That means safer food for American families.” Congress passed the law to combat the epidemic of food-borne illnesses affecting one in six Americans annually. After repeated delays, the FDA must now comply with the following court-overseen schedule to implement the final rules: preventative controls for human and animal food (8/30/2015); imported food and foreign suppliers (10/31/2015); produce safety (10/31/2015); food transportation (3/31/2016); and intentional adulteration of food (5/31/2016). Source: CenterForFoodSafety.org

Smart Solar Japan Floats New Nuclear Alternative Two companies in Japan will begin building two huge new solar power islands that will float on reservoirs, following the inception of the Kagoshima floating solar plant as the country’s largest, which opened in late 2013 just off the country’s southern coast. The new direction comes as Japan looks to move on from the Fukushima atomic disaster of 2011 and meet the energy needs of its 127 million people without relying on nuclear power. Before the incident, about 30 percent of the country’s power was generated by nuclear plants, but Fukushima destroyed public confidence, and with earthquakes highly likely in regions containing reactors, Japan is looking for alternatives. Solar islands could also be a solution for other countries where space or nuclear concerns are an issue. It’s possible that one day a significant portion of Europe’s power could come from use of the technology; experts believe the engineering challenges can be surmounted.

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Holistic Healers Reach Out to the Underserved An annual report issued by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention notes that up to 33 percent of uninsured people are avoiding needed treatment for economic reasons. Lifestyle changes and natural remedies like yoga and massage therapy can be highly effective when treating conditions such as high blood pressure, depression or aching joints, and groups nationwide are making these modalities more affordable for everyone. At California’s Healing Clinic Collective (HealingClinicCollective. Wordpress.com), in Oakland, women receive a day of free holistic health care—from acupuncture to massage therapy and nutritional counseling— and discounted rates for follow-up appointments. The Third Root Community Health Center (ThirdRoot.org), in Brooklyn, helps arrange for acupuncturists, herbalists, Reiki practitioners and others to treat low-income people in New York City, especially community organizers and activists that are often overworked and lack the resources for these types of care. The Samarya Center (Samarya Center.org), in Seattle, Washington, uses revenue from its yoga studio to provide free yoga to critically ill patients served by the city’s Bailey-Boushay House and the local VA hospital, and also to patients with chronic pain at the Pike Place Medical Clinic, which treats many homeless and lowincome Seattle residents. Source: YES! magazine

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Pristine Protection

America’s Huge New Underwater Park The Pacific Remote Islands National Marine Monument— about 470,000 square miles of ocean surrounding a couple of remote U.S. Pacific islands—is now officially set aside to protect its pristine habitat from deep-sea mining and commercial fishing. Although smaller than the nearly 800,000 square miles of its original plan, the park is still twice the size of Texas. In a final compromise, fishermen will have access to the waters around half of the islands and atolls, while the other half remains protected. Only 2 percent of the entire Pacific enjoys similar protection.

Dignity First

Most End-of-Life Care in U.S. Neglects Patient Needs The U.S. healthcare system is not properly designed to meet the needs of patients nearing the end of life and those of their families, and major changes to the system are necessary, according to a new report from the Institute of Medicine, Dying in America: Improving Quality and Honoring Individual Preferences Near the End of Life. A 21-member committee has called for more advanced end-of-life care planning by individuals, improved training and credentialing for clinicians, and for governments and private sectors to provide incentives to patients and clinicians to discuss issues, values, preferences and appropriate services and care. Dr. Philip Pizzo, co-chair of the committee, states, “Patients can and should take control of the quality of their life through their entire lifetime, choosing how they live and how they die, and doctors should help initiate discussions with their patients about such decisions.” Susan Heckerman, former dean of medicine at Stanford University, says, “It’s important that healthcare options available to individuals facing the end of life help relieve pain and discomfort, maximize the individual’s ability to function, alleviate depression and anxiety, and ease the burdens of loved ones in a manner consistent with individual preferences and choices.” The report is available at Tinyurl.com/ DyingInAmerica.

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Paper Can Easily Replace Plastic The Boxed Water is Better company was launched in 2009 in Grand Rapids, Michigan, to provide a more sustainable alternative to the ubiquitous plastic containers that are made from petroleum products, have big carbon footprints and clog U.S. landfills. Boxed Water containers resemble milk cartons and are far more sustainable because about 75 percent of the box comes from a renewable resource—trees in certified, well-managed forests—and are completely recyclable. The company uses reverse osmosis and carbon filters for its purified drinking water from the municipal source at the location of their filling plant, and then ships the product to retailers via the shortest route to curtail the transportation footprint. Boxed Water has partnered with 1% for the Planet to help with world water relief, reforestation and environmental protection projects, benefiting both humanitarian and environmental efforts. For more information, visit BoxedWaterIsBetter.com.

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This past August, 12 nationally recognized functional medicine experts participated in the country’s first online Metabolic Revolution Summit to discuss the importance of recognizing the dots that connect the majority of today’s chronic diseases—high blood pressure, heart attack, stroke, pre-diabetes, Type 2 diabetes, weight gain, obesity, fatty liver disease, Alzheimer’s, dementia, cancer and even infertility. All of the panelists pointed to the root cause that links them all—the craze for a highcarbohydrate, low-fat diet starting in the 1990s combined with a sedentary lifestyle. When several complex conditions exist simultaneously, medical science refers to them as a syndrome. Regardless of how such intricate interrelationships become manifest, all of these syndromes have early-stage signs that include inflammation, high blood sugar and insulin resistance, which can affect metabolic health.

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ttempts to tender lay explanations of how to attain and maintain better health have become fragmented and compartmentalized, with complex scientific cause-and-effect explanations of disease regularly reduced to isolated infographics and sound bites in the media. But understanding our body’s sophisticated, self-regulating, selfcorrecting and interdependent physiological systems, which work in collaboration with each other and inform us of the body’s status by means of symptoms, deserves a whole-systems frame of reference. Stepping back from immediate concerns to grasp the bigger picture allows for rethinking the Western approach to health. A perspective that connects all the dots works best, beginning with the foundation of wellness—the functioning of 73 trillion cells that are organized into a variety of tissues, including interconnected systems of organs. Optimally, they function together harmoniously to achieve homeostasis, the overall chemical and energetic balance that defines metabolic health.

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Many perceive the role of metabolism as limited to determining energy expenditure via the number of calories burned per day, but it does much more. Metabolism actually encompasses thousands of physical and chemical processes that take place in the functioning of every cell, the building blocks of life; healthy cell function produces proper endocrine (hormonal) functioning, influencing homeostasis. 14

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engaging them in their own healing process. One popular approach is practiced by Durango, Colorado, Doctor of Chiropractic James Forleo, author of Health is Simple, Disease is Complicated: A Systems Approach to Vibrant Health. He starts by educating people about the basic functioning of the major body systems involved in their specific health challenges. “To maintain metabolic health, no one should overlook that the body’s intelligence works 24/7 to solve multiple problems simultaneously, including balancing their metabolism. The more complex the pattern of symptoms, the more systems are involved. Whether a single or group of symptoms indicate metabolic dysfunction, it means that numerous systems that rely on healthy cells are unable to perform their normal functions,” explains Forleo. For example, blood sugar issues, excess circulating insulin and buildup of excess glucose stored as fat can lead to metabolic dysfunction. The pancreas, thyroid and gastrointestinal tract—primary glands in the endocrine system that plays a major role in balancing body chemistry by secreting hormones directly into the circulatory system—are negatively impacted. Well-functioning adrenals are necessary to balance blood sugar and one role of the pancreas is to produce insulin. When four of the eight major organ systems—immune, endocrine, cardiovascular and digestive—are impacted by metabolic dysfunction, a more holistic and systemic approach to health can provide a broader understanding of how they interrelate, and why preventive measures can preclude having to later pursue ways to reverse serious chronic diseases.

Pioneering integrative doctors are connecting the dots that point to the root causes of the majority of today’s chronic diseases. Lifestyle Factors

Functional medicine’s integrative approach to metabolic health is based on proper nutrition and regular exercise. “The inflammatory agents present in much of the food consumed at each meal in the standard American diet—highglycemic refined carbohydrates, high-fructose corn syrup and other sugars, and hydrogenated and partially hydrogenated fats—are the biggest offenders,” says Forleo, who notes that the body instead needs good fats, such as those obtained from olive and coconut oils. Factors over which we can exercise some control— physical activity, stress, sleep, diet and circadian rhythms— all play roles in metabolic health. Unfortunately, “We are moving further away from our ancestors’ healthier diet and lifestyle. We’re overfed and undernourished because we’re no longer eating for nutrition, but for entertainment,” remarks Doctor of Chiropractic Brian Mowll, the medical director of Sweet Life Diabetes Health Centers in Pennsylvania and Delaware. He characterizes metabolic dysfunction as the ultimate problem because it’s the doorway to many other ailments. “A hundred years ago, infectious diseases plagued humanity. Today and in the future, it’ll be metabolic disorders such as obesity, cancer, metabolic syndrome, thyroid disorders and other endocrine problems, diabetes and Type 2 diabetes,” predicts Mowll.

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Dr. Caroline Cederquist, author of The MD Factor Diet: A Physician’s Proven Diet for Metabolism Correction and Healthy Weight Loss, and founder of Cederquist Medical Wellness Center, in Naples, Florida, conducted a one-year study of patients to identify their health issues via blood work analysis. Eighty-nine percent of the men, women and children showed evidence of insulin resistance. This often-overlooked metabolic condition affects how the body processes glucose, a simple sugar and the body’s primary fuel, making gaining weight easy and losing it difficult. Treated with proper diet, lifestyle changes and supplements, plus medication in advanced stages, Cederquist found that metabolic dysfunction is reversible. She explains that long-term insulin resistance can lead to fatty liver disease, high blood sugar and eventually, diabetes. It also directly affects cholesterol levels and can induce triglycerides, high blood pressure, low HDL (high-density lipoprotein, or “good” cholesterol), increased waist circumference and heart disease. In Cederquist’s young adult patients, metabolic dysfunction was also associated with polycystic ovarian syndrome, a cause of infertility. Germany’s Dr. Wolf Funfack, a specialist in internal and nutritional medicine and creator of a well-regarded

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metabolic balancing program, noted that insulin resistance both increases the production of stress hormones and blocks production of the anti-inflammatory hormones that slow the aging process. Funfack’s all-natural, personalized nutrition plan, backed by more than 25 years of scientific study, is designed to bring hormonal balance, optimize health and lead to long-term weight management. Cardiologist Stephen Sinatra, author of Metabolic Cardiology, goes a step further. He believes that metabolic dysfunction involving cells, hormones and inflammation encompasses the molecular-based essence of all disease. He observes, “Individuals diagnosed with several conditions can leave a doctor’s office with three or four prescriptions, rather than the one solution for reversal and prevention—a healthy lifestyle and non-inflammatory diet to offset and neutralize weight gain, blood pressure elevation and other abnormalities such as high blood sugar.” Mowll agrees that many conventional healthcare practitioners don’t address the root cause of metabolic disorders or provide lifestyle interventions. “They simply reach for the prescription pad,” he says. This growing problem presents an opportunity to educate the entire populace. Bestselling Virgin Diet author JJ Virgin, who characterizes the human body as a “chemistry lab,” adopts an easy-tofollow nutritional and fitness approach for metabolic health. She recommends eating the types of healthy fats found in wild fish, raw nuts and seeds, coconut, avocado and olives. Virgin prefers the clean, lean protein of grass-fed beef and wild fish, plus low-glycemic lentils and legumes and plenty of low-glycemic fruits like raspberries, blueberries, pears and grapefruits. Low-glycemic vegetables on her list include green peas, green beans, broccoli, cauliflower, onion and eggplant. “When you eat this way, there’s a slow release of sugar, and insulin remains at lower levels,” advises Virgin. As in any systems theory, the whole must be understood in relationship to the parts, as well as the relevant environment. Experts agree that it’s paramount to take an expanded, systemic approach to metabolic health, rather than fixating on only one or two aspects at a time. Metabolic health—from basic cells to the most sophisticated of organized systems—can only be achieved and sustained when the whole system is healthy. Linda Sechrist is a senior staff writer for Natural Awakenings and host of the online Metabolic Revolution Summit. Visit her website ItsAllAboutWe.com for a free audio sample.

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How to Talk with a Doctor by Carol L. Roberts

any patients, both men and women, have a hero-worshipping attitude toward their physicians and can be intimidated during visits. They may feel it’s impolite to question a doctor, even to get information needed to make critical decisions for one’s self or a loved one. Some doctors seem to have forgotten they are still just people with a medical degree. Patients should remember this if they encounter any perceived aloofness or arrogance. Too often, such an unhelpful attitude may be acquired along with professional experience. Getting ready for a visit to a doctor often entails following instructions, but should also include preparing questions you want answered. If a serious health issue has surfaced, such as an abnormal lab test or a diagnosis that requires treatment, make key questions count: “Where did this come from? Is there anything I can do for myself? What is the recommended treatment? What are the expected effects and unintended side effects of the proposed treatment? Are there alternative forms of treatment? Can I speak to one of your patients that has undergone this treatment?” Then, do online research upon returning home. The Internet has placed the entire library of medicine at our fingertips. Sift out the science from the hype, refine questions and go back for deeper answers. Get a second opinion from another medical doctor or naturopath (some states license them) or doctor of Oriental medicine (acupuncture and herbs). No matter if the proposed treatment is as seemingly simple as a course of antibiotics or as serious as surgery, question it before automatically submitting to a diagnosis and drug prescription. Each of us is the only person on Earth with the unique vantage point of living inside our body. We shouldn’t let anyone label us as depressed if a sick body says otherwise, that “It’s all in your head,” if it’s real, or that there’s no cure. That’s where alternative medicine usually begins and miracles can happen. The best results come from standing up for ourselves. Dr. Carol L. Roberts practices integrative medicine at the Perlmutter Health Center, in Naples, FL (PerlHealth.com). She is a founding diplomate of the American Board of Integrative Holistic Medicine.

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New Year, New You When ‘Good Enough’ Is Perfect by Elizabeth Lombardo

oes it sometimes feel like if we can’t do something perfectly, why should we bother doing it at all? Perfectionism feeds on such an all-ornothing approach in following rigid self-imposed rules that can sabotage relationships, health and happiness. Instead, try adopting a “better than perfect” mindset that embraces life’s imperfections without guilt or shame. A clean enough house or a good enough job is in many ways better than perfect. Here are helpful approaches to reframe the internal discussion. Remember what matters. In planning a big birthday party for her husband, one wife was so stressed trying to manage every detail that she had to stop and ask herself: What is most important—having everything look perfect, or having a fun party they would enjoy and remember for the rest of their lives? Thinking about our values keeps things in perspective and perfectionism in check. Perfection isn’t likable. We often try to be perfect to gain other people’s attention and approval, but no one wants to be around a person trying to be someone they aren’t. No one’s life is perfect. Social media often present idealized versions of people’s lives. Few post about fighting with their partner or coping with an unhappy infant; we most often hear about vacation

adventures and baby’s first word or step. We can avoid feelings of dissatisfaction by avoiding comparisons with others. It’s not failure, it’s data. Rather than personalize a perceived failure, take it on as an opportunity. If a New Year’s resolution to work out more isn’t kept, ask why: Is the exercise location too far away or is the class schedule inconvenient? It feels better to adopt a more successful strategy than to beat ourself up about falling short. Perfectionism is a treadmill. People often think, “I’ll be happy when I weigh this or achieve that,” always seeking the next level of self-improvement. Appreciating who we are right now is a path to happiness. Perfectionism is a learned behavior, and anything learned can be unlearned at any age. As we continue to strive for excellence, we can learn to embrace what’s good. Take a perfectionist self-assessment quiz at Tinyurl.com/PerfectionismQuiz. Elizabeth Lombardo, Ph.D., is a clinical psychologist and the author of Better than Perfect: 7 Strategies to Crush Your Inner Critic and Create a Life You Love plus A Happy You: Your Ultimate Prescription for Happiness. Connect at ElizabethLombardo.com.

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lin resistance. They concluded that despite producing similar effects on body weight and blood pressure, the aerobic interval training group also showed greater improvement in insulin sensitivity, aerobic capacity and highdensity lipoprotein (HDL, or “good” cholesterol) than those performing continuous moderate exercise. They also exhibited lower blood glucose (sugar) levels. Another beneficial HIIE characteristic is that it involves markedly fewer exercise repetitions and less training time. JJ Virgin, a fitness and nutrition expert and author of The Virgin Diet, recommends incorporating burst-style and resistance training for fast, lasting fat loss and improving insulin resistance. Best of all, you can do these exercises in minutes a day. “Burst exercise means working out in short intense bursts of 30 to 60 seconds, coupled with one to two minutes

of active recovery time, moving at a lower intensity that allows you to catch your breath and lower your heart rate,” she explains. Two easy examples of this are sprinting to burst and then walking to recover, and running up stairs to burst, and then walking down them to recover. “This should be repeated for a total of four to eight minutes of highintensity bursts per session. Overall, this will take 20 to 30 minutes,” says Virgin. She notes that the increase in stress hormones that occurs during HIIE are counteracted by the simultaneously raised levels of anabolic-building hormones. “Short bursts train the body in how to handle stress and recover. Repeated intense bursts raise the lactic acid level, which in turn raises growth hormone production and supports fat burning. The research is clear that the more intense the exercise, the bigger the metabolic benefit is afterward.”

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n today’s technology-fueled society, kids spend many hours of their free time staring at smartphones or tablets instead of exploring nature, riding bikes or playing outdoor games with their friends. Rather than just imposing radical reductions in screen time, parents and caregivers can meet youngsters halfway by adding apps to their handheld devices that provide tips on healthy eating, exercise and behavior. Here are five that are fun for kids and promote healthy lifestyle choices. Super Stretch Yoga HD. Super Stretch is the primary character in this yoga adventure in which players are encouraged to, “Create a peaceful, balanced life by living a NAMASTE mission: Nothing is impossible; Always be honest; Make the world a better place; Act with kindness; Share with others; Trust and believe in yourself; and Enjoy and have fun.” Creator and founder Jessica Rosenberg, of Minneapolis, Minnesota, explains, “I translated a curriculum that I’ve been using for kids into an ‘edutainment’ app that combines gaming and real-life kids

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Added Value–Hardwood Wood comes in many colors, polished to a high gloss or textured, and can be refinished when styles change. “Timber used to float downriver to the sawmill and not all of it arrived. We salvage logs from the bottom of the Penobscot River for flooring and other products,” says Tom Shafer, co-owner of Maine Heritage Timber, in Millinocket. “Our wood is as fresh as the day it was cut decades ago.” Cold water preserves the resource and adds a natural patina. Removal of the estimated 700,000 cords of underwater wood will help restore the waterway’s natural eco-system. Note: Wood can scratch or dent and be susceptible to water damage. Even recycled wood might not be eco-friendly. “Wood reclaimed from manufacturing plants can contain machine oils, harsh chemical residue, lead paint or asbestos,” explains Shafer. “Know where it came from; follow the chain of evidence.”

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Bamboo generally regrows in three to five years, is twice as hard as red oak and can be stained almost any color. Edge-grained bamboo, banded together, turns flooring into a statement. Note: “It’s shipped from Asia and may have formaldehyde glues and durability problems, so shop carefully,” advises David Bergman, a New York City green architect and author of Sustainable Design: A Critical Guide.

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like hardwood, painted tile, carpet, marble or granite, including terrazzo options. For an entryway, homeowners can design a custom welcome mat, perhaps incorporating a family crest, monogram or motto. Finishes can be textured to varying degrees to increase foot traction. Note: Ensure the structure is sturdy enough to bear the extra weight of concrete. It feels cold underfoot in winter and cool in summer. Epoxy coatings don’t let concrete breathe, so any moisture emanating from the concrete slab will be trapped. Test for the moisturevapor emission rate; problem areas can include sections covered by furniture. Avery Mack is a freelance writer in St. Louis, MO. Connect via AveryMack@ mindspring.com.

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No pet is too old for proper medical care. Because older pets don’t metabolize some drugs as well as younger ones, the correct anesthesia must be chosen for the pet’s age and current state of health or medical problems. Too often, pets haven’t received proper care, especially dental cleanings and tumor removals, because their current veterinarian has deemed them too old for anesthesia. Both the family and the veterinarian need to feel comfortable with treatments. Ask questions before submitting an animal to any anesthetic or surgery or other medical procedure. Talk with the veterinarian about using this gentle, natural approach to help relieve any concerns if a pet needs sedation or anesthesia. Shawn Messonnier, a doctor of veterinary medicine practicing in Plano, TX, is the award-winning author of The Natural Health Bible for Dogs & Cats and Unexpected Miracles: Hope and Holistic Healing for Pets. For more information, visit PetCareNaturally.com.

PRINCIPLES OF HOLISTIC ANESTHESIA by Shawn Messonnier n Each patient is unique and has unique anesthetic needs. n Giving the least amount of anesthesia needed ensures the safest possible procedure. n Analgesics are used to minimize discomfort and meet anesthetic needs. n Some anesthetic drugs may be used to minimize the depth of anesthesia obtained. n Light levels of anesthesia are preferred for minimally painful procedures. n Carefully monitoring the patient during anesthesia helps ensure a good outcome. n Patients should wake up from anesthesia immediately following the procedure. n Patients are sent home immediately following anesthetic recovery. n An older pet can be safely anesthetized by a holistic vet as part of its anti-aging care. natural awakenings

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FRIDAY, JANUARY 2

MONDAY, JANUARY 26

Who Are You Being? – 7-9pm. Discover Your True Potential” Focus. Create a clearer picture of your own personal gifts. Monthly meeting, 50 min phone call. Reflection journals. Registration required. $295. OUR Place 19900 S. Main St. Cornelius, NC Suite 5. 704-237-0644. Willow RidgeCoaching.com

19900 S. Main St. Suite 5, Cornelius. 704-654-7070. AReikiPlace.com. Info@AReikiPlace.com.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 9

SATURDAY, JANUARY 13

Deepen Your Connection with Animals – 7-9pm. Animal Lover? Want to work with animals in peace & balance or learn to establish deep connections? Volunteer at a shelter or rescue? This workshop gives options to become an animal’s best friend. Event is free. Our Place, 19900 S. Main St. Suite 5, Cornelius. 704-654-7070. AReikiPlace.com. Info@ AReikiPlace.com.

Red Cross Blood Drive – 8am-7pm. Hosted by the 30th Masonic District. Statesville Civic Center. 300 S. Center Street, Statesville, NC. Schedule an appointment by visiting redcrossblood.org, enter code: MASONIC.

Reiki Level II with Holy Fire – 9am-6pm. Learn Reiki Power, Emotional and Distance symbols, Holy Fire energy, using symbols in treatments, Japanese techniques, using sound & crystals, next steps. Manual & certificate. Ongoing support. Cost $175. Our Place, 19900 S. Main St. Suite 5, Cornelius. 704-654-7070. AReikiPlace.com. Info@ AReikiPlace.com.

Red Cross Blood Drive – 2pm-7pm. Hosted by the 30th Masonic District. Charles Mack Citizen Center. 215 N. Main Street, Mooresville, NC. Schedule an appointment by visiting redcrossblood.org, enter code: MASONIC.

MONDAY, JANUARY 12 Introduction to Reiki – 7pm-8pm. Ever wondered what Reiki is, how it works, if it can help you, or how to get quality training? This FREE informative event offers a history, Q&A, fact vs. myth, student info, and a demonstration. Free event. Our Place,

TUESDAY, JANUARY 27 Personal Authority – 9am-1pm. Building a sense of authority while leading a community. The Clergy Professional Development Seminars incorporates horses experientially for growth and learning. 13520 E Rocky River Rd, Davidson. Cost: $100 per Workshop (Lunch included). 704-237-0644. WillowRidgeCoaching.com

SATURDAY JANUARY 24

FRIDAY, JANUARY 30

Reiki Level I with Holy Fire – 9am-6pm. Learn the history of Reiki, how it promotes healing, hand positions, using Reiki to guide a session (intuitive), self-treatment, working on others. Ongoing support. Manual and certificate included. Cost $175. Our Place, 19900 S. Main St. Suite 5, Cornelius. 704-654-7070. AReikiPlace.com. Info@AReiki Place.com.

½ Price Far-Infared Ozone Sauna – 8am-4pm. Can burn up to 900 calories per session, boost immune system, relaxing, and oxygen therapy for inside and outside the body. $37.50 pre-registration required, please contact us at (704) 938-1589 to reserve your spot. Hurley Wellness Center 1807 S. Main St. Kannapolis, NC 28081. HurleyWellness Center.com.

ongoingevents or cat food, or a monetary donation to attend the class. Your Karma Center for Yoga and Wellness, 438 Williamson Rd., Mooresville. 704-663-0177. YourKarmaYoga.com.

monday EB Pro and Ion Cleanse Footbath ½ Price Happy Hour – 8am-5pm. Detoxify, cleanse, relax and rejuvenate from the inside out! Benefits can include: increased energy, boosted immune system, better sleep and more! Fee: $25. Pre-registration required, please contact us at 704-938-1589. Hurley Wellness Center, 1807 S Main St, Kannapolis. DrHurley@HurleyWellnessCenter.com. Hurley WellnessCenter.com.

Free Energy Exchange – 7-8:30pm. 1st Monday of the month. Have you ever made the statement: “There has to be more than this?” Learn how to align your heart to your soul’s desire to be a spiritual being having a physical experience. No cost. OUR Place, 19900 S Main St, Ste 4F, Cornelius. 704-237-3561. Register at: Classes@TranspersonalPower.com. Reiki Practice Level 1 & II – 7-8:30pm. 2nd Monday of the month. Reiki I and II practitioners from any teacher or lineage are invited to join Bryce Goebel of A Reiki Place for a monthly demonstration, Reiki practice and Q&A. Love offering. OUR Place, 19900 S Main St, Ste 5, Cornelius. 704-237-3561. Register at: classes@TranspersonalPower.com.

Monday Morning Meditation – 9-9:50am. Jan 5th,12th,19th, and 26th. Beginner or advanced in the art of meditation. This period of stillness may be just what you need to start each week with a happy sigh. $5. The Nook. 19621 West Catawba Avenue Cornelius. Call 704-896-3111. KentCookInstitute.com.

all mediums. Dual program. Art and intuitive development. $20. Call with questions. The Nook. 19621 West Catawba Avenue Cornelius. Call 704-896-3111. KentCookInstitute.com.

Intuitive Development/Mental Mediumship for Beginners – 10:30am-12pm. Jan 5th,12th,19th, and 26th. Curious about intuitive development? Interested in learning the power of working with your spirit guides? This class is a great place to start. Class fee: $20. The Nook. 19621 West Catawba Avenue Cornelius. Call 704-896-3111. KentCookInstitute.com.

Intuitive Development/Mental Mediumship for Beginners – 6:30-8pm. Jan 5th and 12th. Curious about intuitive development? Interested in learning the power of working with your spirit guides? This class is a great place to start. Class fee: $20. The Nook. 19621 West Catawba Avenue Cornelius. Call 704-896-3111. KentCookInstitute.com.

Pathways to Intuition – 7-9:00 pm. 3rd Monday of the month. Have you ever made the statement: “There has to be more than this?” Learn how to align your heart to your soul’s desire to be a spiritual being having a physical experience. Class fee: $15. OUR Place, 19900 S Main St, Ste 4F, Cornelius. 704-237-3561. Register at: Classes@Transpersonal Power.com.

Spirit Artist Training Program – 6:30-8pm. December 8th and 15th. Art/drawing instruction by artist Melinda R. Learn the basics of face drawing in

Warmed Deep Stretch with Lisa – 7pm. Open to all levels. This is a donation class, bring a clean article of clothing, non-perishable food item, dog

Trivia Nite – 7:30pm. Summit Coffee 128 S Main St, Davidson. From now till forever. For more info: 704.895.9090. SummitCoffee.com.

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Bikram Yoga Lake Norman – The original hot yoga. Daily and evening classes for all levels. Flexibility not required. Open 7 days a week. For class times and pricing, check our website. No pre-registration required. Bikram Yoga Lake Norman, 236 Raceway Dr, Ste 1, Mooresville. More info: 704-618-7993. Hello@BikramLKN.com. BikramLKN.com.

tuesday EB Pro and Ion Cleanse Footbath ½ Price Happy Hour – 8am-5pm. Detoxify, cleanse, relax and rejuvenate from the inside out! Benefits can include: increased energy, boosted immune system, better sleep and more! Fee: $25. Pre-registration required, please contact us at 704-938-1589. Hurley Wellness Center, 1807 S Main St, Kannapolis. DrHurley@HurleyWellnessCenter.com. HurleyWellnessCenter.com. Morning Intuitive Development Group – 10am12pm. 2nd Tuesday of month. Join Linda Thunberg to discover the process of intuition; empower innate intuition and abilities. Awareness, meditation and practice, all levels welcome. Class fee: $15. OUR Place, 19900 S Main St, Ste 5, Cornelius. To register: Classes@TranspersonalPower.com.

stuck in fear/anger. We will help you clear the gloom. Extraordinary personal counseling. $125. Kent Cook Institute. 19621 West Catawba Avenue Cornelius. Call 704-896-3111. KentCookInstitute.com. Open Gym – 2-3:30 pm. Open gym. Everyone is welcome. Cost is $10. Upscale Athletics, 124 Talbert Pointe Dr, Mooresville. 704-658-0800. USAGymOffice@gmail.com. UpScaleAthleticsLLC.com. Family Night at Kabuto Lake Norman – 4:309:30pm. To provide healthy and entertaining dining experience for families is our goal. With purchase of one adult Hibachi dinner, get one child’s free. One child per family. Cannot be combined with any other offers. Kabuto Japanese Steak House & Sushi Bar, 16516 Northcross Dr, Huntersville. 704-655-0077. KabutoLakeNorman.com. P.E. Calvert Guided Meditation & Automatic Writing – 6:30-8pm. Jan 7th,14th,21st, and 28th. This class will align your intuition, Spirit Guides and Source! Become empowered and then more empowered, exploring consciousness. $20. The Nook. 19621 West Catawba Avenue Cornelius. Call 704-896-3111. KentCookInstitute.com.

wednesday Electronics Recycling, Don’t Dump DONATE – All day. Goodwill provides free recycling of all computer systems. Any Brand. Any Condition. By donating your used electronics to Goodwill you are creating jobs and diverting millions of pounds of scrap from our landfills. Donations accepted at all Goodwill locations. For more information call 336-714-3066. GoodwillPC.org. P.E. Calvert Guided Meditation & Automatic Writing – 10:30am-12pm. Jan 7th,14th,21st, and 28th. This class will align your intuition, Spirit Guides and Source! Become empowered and then more empowered, exploring consciousness. $20. The Nook. 19621 West Catawba Avenue Cornelius. Call 704-896-3111. KentCookInstitute.com. Lunch in the Lot – 11am-2pm. We will be featuring some of LKN’s & CLT’s tastiest food trucks. Be sure not to miss lunch from some of the area’s best “restaurants” on 4 wheels. Bella Love, 21325 Catawba Ave, Cornelius. Cwarnemunde@BellaLove. org. BellaLove.com. Clearing the Grid Private Sessions – 1:30-3pm. Every Wednesday. The grid holds us locked in place,

Intuitive Development/Mental Mediumship – 10:30am-12Noon. Jan 8, 15, 22, 29. Explore and expand the depth of your own skills and gifts, journey into another realm, working with your Guides. Mediumship practiced. Class fee: $20. The Nook. 19621 West Catawba Avenue Cornelius. Call 704-896-3111. KentCookInstitute.com. Girls Night Out – 5-8pm. Fashion on a mission. Your designer consignments benefit our community. All proceeds benefit the Mooresville/Lake Norman Christian Mission. 478 D Williamson’s Road, Mooresville. 704-663-3677. Give-BackBoutique.com. Thirsty Thursday’s Wine Tasting – 6-9pm. Enjoy live music. Daveste Vineyards, 155 Lytton Farm Rd, Troutman. 704-528-3882. Daveste.com. Intuitive Development/Mental Mediumship – 6:30-8pm. Jan 8,15,22,29. Explore and expand the depth of your own skills and gifts, journey into another realm, working with your Guides. Mediumship practiced. Class fee: $20. The Nook. 19621 West Catawba Avenue Cornelius. Call 704-896-3111. KentCookInstitute.com.

Earth Fare Good Olde Days – 4:30-7:30pm. Let Earth Fare take you back to the Good Olde days with an old-fashioned chicken dinner. Rotisserie chicken, mashed potatoes and veggies. Eat in or to go, $7. Earth Fare, 14021 Boren St, Huntersville. 704-875-3122. EarthFare.com. Breathing Exploration – 6:30-9pm. 4th Tuesday of the month. Join Bobbie Ellis to explore breathing techniques for stress reduction, relaxation, awareness, freedom and embodiment of grace. All welcome, $20. OUR Place, 19900 S Main St, Ste 5, Cornelius. Call Bobbie: 704-775-5443. Register: Classes@TranspersonalPower.com.

EB Pro and Ion Cleanse Footbath ½ Price Happy Hour – 8am-5pm. Detoxify, cleanse, relax and rejuvenate from the inside out! Benefits can include: increased energy, boosted immune system, better sleep and more! Fee: $25. Pre-registration required, please contact us at 704-938-1589. Hurley Wellness Center, 1807 S Main St, Kannapolis. DrHurley@HurleyWellnessCenter.com. HurleyWellnessCenter.com.

Open Mic Night – 7:30-11:30pm. Kadi Fit Studios hosts an evening of local entertainment and drink specials. Bella Love will feature LKN’s and Charlotte’s creative artists in a collaborative setting. $5/cover. 21+. Oak Street Mill, 19725 Oak St, Ste 6, Cornelius. Asharpe@BellaLove.org. BellaLoveCharlotte.com. Conversations – 7-9pm. 3rd Wednesday of the month. Join our like minds group to have a conversation about the new age that we are in. Who are you now? How is the shift affecting your life? What’s changing in your body, mind, & spirit? Suggested love offering $5-15. OUR Place, 19900 S Main St, Ste 5, Cornelius. Register: Classes@Transpersonal Power.com. Men’s Spiritual Support Group – 7-9pm. 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month. Spiritual development group created by men for men. Balancing male energy, opening awareness and expanding consciousness. Donation appreciated. Find us on Facebook. Cosmic Connection Art and Interests, 122 S Main St, Mooresville. Call for information: 704-507-3281. Mo Jams Open Mike – 8pm-12pm. Fun atmosphere. Musicians bring your Guitar and/or other Instruments. Mojos Grill and Pub, 19901 Holiday Ln, Cornelius. (704) 438-9777. MojosGrillAnd Pub.com.

thursday Coffee with Veterans – Free Coffee for Veterans. Richards Coffee Shop and Veteran’s Museum. 165 N. Main Street, Mooresville. Open to the public every day. 704-663-0488. WelcomeVets@gmail.com. WelcomeVets.com or WelcomeHomeVeteran.org.

Wine Tasting – 7pm. Explore Wines from around the world at our catered tasting. 202 N Main Wine Shop & Music Room, 202 N Main St, Mooresville. 704-663-5445. 202Wines.com. Shag Night – DJ Dance Party – 8pm. River City Bar & Grill, 155 Pinnacle Lane, Mooresville. 704-696-8322. RiverCityBarAndGrillLKN.com. RiverCityBG@gmail.com. Live music – 8-11pm. From now till forever. Summit Coffee, 128 S Main St, Davidson. 704-895-9090. SummitCoffee.com. Live Music – 9:30pm. It’s always a fun-filled night with lots of good friends, good music and good vibes. Never a disappointment, and sometimes there’s a cool surprise or two. The Bathtub Gin, 166 N Main St, Mooresville. 704-658-0958. Welcome ToTheTub.com.

friday EB Pro and Ion Cleanse Footbath ½ Price Happy Hour – 8am-5pm. Detoxify, cleanse, relax and rejuvenate from the inside out! Benefits can include: increased energy, boosted immune system, better sleep and more! Fee: $25. Pre-registration required, please contact us at 704-938-1589. Hurley Wellness Center, 1807 S Main St, Kannapolis. DrHurley@HurleyWellnessCenter.com. HurleyWellnessCenter.com.

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PiYo with Laura – 9am. Class is Intermediate. This is a donation class, bring a clean article of clothing, non-perishable food item, dog or cat food, or a monetary donation. Your Karma Center for Yoga and Wellness, 195 Statesville Ave, Mooresville. 704-663-0177. YourKarmaYoga.com. Mooresville Artist Guild – 6-8pm. Second Friday of the month. An artist reception in the renovated Historic Mooresville Depot Visual Arts Center. Off Interstate 77 and less than 40 minutes from uptown Charlotte. For more info: 704-663-6661. Corner of Main and Center Sts, 103 W Center Ave, Mooresville. MagArt.org. Open Gym Nights – 7-8:30pm. Children of 5+ years. Come join us for some fun with gymnastics, cheer, dance, and tumbling. Location is at Upscale Athletics,124 Talbert Pointe Drive, Suite #B, Mooresville. UpScaleAthleticsllc.com. Live Music – 8-11pm. From now till forever. Details: 704-895-9090. Summit Coffee, 128 S Main St, Davidson. SummitCoffee.com. Live Music at Risto’s Place – 8pm-12Midnight. Come enjoy live entertainment in the lounge at Risto’s Place in Downtown Statesville. Risto’s Place Food & Spirits, 123 N Center St, Statesville. Contact Sheryl Toukola at 704-872-5557 or RistosPlace@ gmail.com. Facebook.com/RistosPlace. Live Music & Karaoke – 8pm. River City Bar & Grill, 155 Pinnacle Lane, Mooresville. For info: 704-696-8322. RiverCityBG@gmail.com. River CityBarAndGrilllkn.com. Live Music – 9-11pm. Located in downtown Mooresville. 202 N Main Wine Shop & Music Room, 202 N Main St, Mooresville. For info: 704663-5445. See website for schedule: 202Wines.com. Live Music – 9:30pm. It’s always a fun-filled night with lots of good friends, good music and good vibes. Never a disappointment, and sometimes there’s a cool surprise or two. The Bathtub Gin, 166 N Main St, Mooresville. 704-658-0958. Welcome ToTheTub.com.

saturday Community Music Bluegrass – 9am-12pm. Richards Coffee Shop and Veteran’s Museum, 165 N Main St, Mooresville. 704-663-0488. Welcome Vets@gmail.com. WelcomeVets.com.

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Troutman. SacredPathRetreatCenter@gmail.com. SacredPathCenter.org. Downtown Mooresville Cruise-In – 4-8pm. 1st Saturday of the month. Downtown shines with chrome and glitter during the monthly Cruise-In. It’s a great chance to show off your car and chat with other car enthusiasts. Free. Broad St, Mooresville. DowntownMooresville.com. Live music – 8-11pm. From now till forever. Info: 704-895-9090. Summit Coffee, 128 S Main St, Davidson. SummitCoffee.com. Open Air Market – 9am-1pm. Enjoy the outdoor market. Free. Details 704-895-8744. Birkdale Village, 9525 Birkdale Crossing Drive, Huntersville. 704-895-8744. BirkdaleVillage.net. Metaphysical Men’s Group – 9:30-11:30am. 2nd Saturday of the month. Exclusively for men. Gary Dobson, CCP, CHt will facilitate a group meditation and discussion of metaphysical topics. Suggested love offering $10. OUR Place, 19900 S Main St, Ste 5, Cornelius. Register: Classes@Transpersonal Power.com. Mooresville Museum – 10am-2pm. 1st & 3rd Saturday of the month. llluminating our past, interpreting the present, envisioning our future. See recent acquisitions, exhibits and artifacts from Mooresville’s past and present. For info: 704-6631873. Mooresville Museum, 132 E Center Ave, Mooresville. TheMooresvilleMuseum@yahoo.com. TheMooresvilleMuseum.org. Educational Programs at The Raptor Center – 11am-3pm. Every Saturday. The Raptor Center is dedicated to the rehabilitation and conservation of these birds. Programs are ongoing throughout the day. Free with regular admission. Carolina Raptor Center, 6000 Sample Rd, Huntersville. Carolina RaptorCenter.org. Open House at Advanced Collagen Therapy – noon-1pm. Tour the facility and learn about natural skin rejuvenation therapy. Advanced Collagen Therapy, 17714 Kings Point Drive, Cornelius, NC. For information call Donna Eichstaed 704-361-8614 or email Donna@AdvancedCollagenTherapy.com. Sacred Path Retreat – 1-4pm. Second Saturday of the month Gathering. Our mission is to provide a place where people can come to dream, explore, learn and teach in a sacred and safe environment as they travel their spiritual path. See website for this month’s topic. Sacred Path, 292 State Park Rd,

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Live Music & Karaoke – 8pm. River City Bar & Grill, 155 Pinnacle Lane, Mooresville. For details: 704-696-8322. RiverCityBG@gmail.com. River CityBarAndGrillLKN.com. Live Music – 9-11pm. Located in downtown Mooresville. 202 N main Wine Shop & Music Room, 202 N Main St, Mooresville. For info: 704-663-5445. See website for schedule: 202Wines.com. Live Music – 9:30pm. It’s always a fun-filled night with lots of good friends, good music and good vibes. Never a disappointment, and sometimes there’s a cool surprise or two. The Bathtub Gin, 166 N Main St, Mooresville. Info: 704-658-0958. WelcomeToTheTub.com. Live Music – 10pm-1am. George Pappas Victory Lanes, 125 Morlake Dr, Mooresville. For info: 704664-2695. GeorgePappasVictoryLanes.com.

sunday The Bridge – 9, 10 & 11am services. Connecting God and the community. There is a place for you at The Bridge. Church of the Nazarene. Life Groups, Services, Pre-school, Teens, Seniors. The Bridge, 2940 Charlotte Hwy, Hwy 21, Mooresville. Phone: 704-664-4216. TheBridgeLKN.com. Worship at THE COVE – 9:30, 11:15am, 6pm. You are invited to worship at THE COVE Church, 197 Langtree Rd, Mooresville. Call: 704-655-3000. CoveChurch.org. Worship at THE COVE – 9:30 and 11:15am. You are invited to worship at THE COVE Church. Statesville High School–MacGray Auditorium, 474 N Center St, Statesville. For info: 704-655-3000. COVEChurch.org. Unity Spiritual Center of Lake Norman – 9:3010:30am. Adult discussion about life on spiritual terms and life issues viewed through spiritual principles. For more info: 704-267-5498. Our Place, 19900 S. Main St, Ste 5, Cornelius. UnityLakeNorman@ gmail.com. UnityLakeNorman.org. Unity Spiritual Center of Lake Norman – 11am12:10pm. Begin 2015 by joining spiritual seekers who are curious, open minded and accepting. We honor all paths to God and help people discover and live their spiritual potential and purpose. For more info: 704-267-5498. Our Place, 19900 S. Main St, Ste 5, Cornelius. UnityLakeNorman@gmail.com. UnityLakeNorman.org. Worship at New Hope Missions Church – 10am. Our worship is contemporary and informal, with messages that are authentic and applicable to your life. Info: 704-928-5390. Lake Norman Dance Gallery, 443 Williamson Rd, Mooresville. NewHope MissionsChurch.org.

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ACUPUNCTURE DELINA H. BISHOP, MD

HealthWell MD at Your Karma at the Lake 438-C Williamson Rd, Mooresville 704-664-1275 HealthWellMD.com Treating the whole patient, Dr Bishop offers Integrative Primary Care & Family Medicine services complemented by Acupuncture, Counseling, Nutrition/Dietary Guidance, Preventative Care, and Wellness Plans as well as in-depth medical records assessments and medication reviews. Unlimited acupuncture & physician visits $149/month. See ad, page 5.

WELLBEING NATURAL HEALTH

Cristin Gregory, MSOM, Dipl OM, L.Ac. 13531 Mayes Rd, Huntersville 704-892-5002 WellbeingNaturalHealth.com Offering Private and Community acupuncture to address all your health concerns, including women’s health, pain, insomnia, anxiety and depression, autoimmune conditions, and digestive disorders. Utilizing Acupuncture, Moxa, Chinese herbs, and Qigong. See ad, page 16.

ALTERNATIVE WILDLIFE REMOVAL VARMINT GONE

172 Williamson Rd Suite 5091, Mooresville 888-391-3330 or 704-290-4313 VarmintGone.com Varmint Gone has been offering professional “no-kill” wildlife removal and damage repair since 1983. Our wildlife biologist, Keith Lange, can explain the safest and quickest way to remove varmints from your home or business.

COUNSELING SERVICES ACHIEVING BALANCE AT THE FARM Stephanie Pennell 704-763-3796 ABAtTheFarm@gmail.com

With horses as a guide, we provide a therapeutic alternative for individuals to reach an emotional and physical balance within themselves, while achieving healthy relationships. See ad, page 19.

ANTI-AGING ADVANCED COLLAGEN THERAPY 17714 Kings Point Drive, Cornelius Inside Lake Norman Skin Care 704-361-8614 AdvancedCollagenTherapy.com

Fractional Dermabrasion. A natural alternative to skin rejuvenation for fine lines and wrinkles, sagging jowls, acne scars, burns and surgical scars and even stretch marks. See ad, page 23.

BIO-FEEDBACK ON THE MEND, FINALLY

Huntersville, NC 888-603-0536 ext.01 OnTheMendFinally.com Info@OnTheMendFinally.com Stop guessing, start addressing. Relieve stress, reduce inflammation, and improve overall wellness. Our biofeedback therapists can customize a session to fit your specific needs. Call for a free consultation over the phone and to set up an appointment.

BODY CONTOURING & BEAUTY BEAUTIFUL AGAIN

1121 Maple Care Lane, Statesville 704-880-5070 or 704-657-4266 BeautifulAgainHairStudio.com Elizabeth Gaddis, certified in Body Contouring and 12+ years experience as a hairstylist. Lose inches from stomach, buttocks, arms with body contouring & nonsurgical facelift with Radio Frequency.

COLON HYDROTHERAPY HEALTHY HABITS WELLNESS CENTER Bonni Leone I-Act Certified Colon Hydrotherapist 20700 N Main St, Cornelius 704-895-7777

Many authorities agree that disease begins in the colon if it is not functioning properly and that colon hydrotherapy is not only one of the oldest forms of natural healing of the colon, but the best.

FUNERAL HOME AND CREAMATION SERVICE INGRAM FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICE 627 Gum Street, Mooresville 704-663-3939 FuneralHomeMooresville.com

We are the place to turn for respectable funeral home, funeral director, and mortician services at affordable prices. Services tailored to your needs. Large meeting rooms are available to rent for events. Smaller rooms are available to be rented for classes. The Chapel is also available for Sunday morning services. Please call for rates and information. See ad, page 25.

HAIR REMOVAL GREGORY CARTWRIGHT

Koru Touch 344 Rolling Hills Rd, Ste 101, Mooresville 704-450-8928 KoruTouch.com Esalen, sugaring, facials, peels. Certified Esalen massage infused in all facials and massage treatments. OSEA facials, Jessner and TCA peels. Marine body treatments. Body sugaring/ hair removal. Online booking via website. See ad, page 30.

HEALTH A REIKI PLACE

Usui and Holy Fire Karuna Reiki® 19900 S Main St, Ste 5, Cornelius 151 Church St N, Concord 704-654-7070 AReikiPlace.com Customized for each individual, with energy, sound and/or crystals to promote natural healing at all levels. Offering comprehensive Reiki training, Intuitive Coaching, Chakra clearing, Reiki Animal Rehab Experience (RARE), Workshops. See ad, page 2.

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HYPNOTHERAPY TRANSPERSONAL POWER, LLC

Linda M. Thunberg, MHt Our Place, 19900 S Main St, Ste 5, Cornelius Elemental Healing, 5200 Park Rd, Ste 200, Charlotte 704-237-3561 TranspersonalPower.com Transpersonal Hypnotherapy, treating body, mind and spirit, and addressing issues such as Weight Loss, Stress, Relationship, SelfEsteem, Regressions and more. Group or individual sessions. See ad, page 2.

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MOBILE REIKI & MASSAGE Laurie Hlywa, LMBT NC License #4157 704-658-4200

Laurie has been doing massage and intuitive energy work for 15 years, which now includes Reiki. She works from home and around Mooresville-Cornelius. Think of your health and take care of you. Text ok.

NATURAL CHILDBIRTH Davidson, NC 704-912-7571 MegansNaturals.com

Pregnant or hoping to be? Become and stay low risk, avoid unnecessary interventions & medication. Megan’s Naturals offers classes in The Bradley Method and Husband Coached Childbirth. We will help you eat well, exercise right and have the best birth for your body.

Katie Stankiewicz 19900 S Main St, Ste 5, Cornelius 704-237-0644 WillowRidgeCoaching.com

MASSAGE THERAPY ALIGHT WHOLISTIC, LLC 344 Rolling Hill Road Suite 101, Mooresville 704-245-3820 AlightWholistic.com

CORRINE LEWIS, CNA, CFA BS NATURAL HEALTH SCIENCES

CERTIFIED NUTRITIONAL ADVISOR CERTIFIED FAMILY HERBALIST Simply Nutritious LLC 21121 Catawba Ave, Cornelius 704-746-6242 • SimplyNutritiousNow.com Your eating habits affect your overall health and lifestyle. By providing solutions for your food challenges, you’ll cook delicious, nutritious meals and eat healthy on any budget.

MEGAN ROSS, RN BSN, AAHCC

WILLOW RIDGE COACHING

Katie is a certified life coach who works with individuals who are ready to take charge of their lives and discover the best parts of themselves. Services include in office session, by phone and equine empowerment coaching at the barn. See ad, page 2.

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PET SERVICES DOG WALKERS & MORE AT CODDLE CREEK, LLC Mooresville, NC 704-662-0973 CoddleCreekPetServices.com

We coddle your pets when you cannot. Local professional pet sitting business providing dog walking, vacation pet sitting and pet transport in Mooresville and nearby areas of Davidson & Cornelius. Bonded & insured. Members of NAPPS. See ad, page 22.

NATUROPATHIC PHYSICIAN DR. LORA HURLEY, ND, CTN, CPT ANCB & ANMCB Board Certified Traditional Naturopath, ASPT Board Certified Phlebotomist, Certified in Lymphatic Detoxification & Clinical Microscopy 1807 S Main St, Kannapolis 704-938-1589 HurleyWellnessCenter.com

Therapeutic massage and natural fruit-based corrective skincare. Mobile massage. Specialties: pregnancy massage, senior massage, deep-tissue, and foot reflexology. 20% off first in-office massage or facial.

Wellness Healthcare Provider & Educator. Medically educated, clinically trained, 20+ years experience. Whole body detoxification. Treating people, not symptoms, nor the disease. Find the real cause of your complaints. See ad, page 21.

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THAI YOGA THERAPY CONSCIOUS CURE THERAPIES Serving Lake Norman, NC Elaina Wagner: 774-261-0332 Facebook.com/ConsciousCure

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THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE YOUR KARMA

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Nothing can stop the man with the right mental attitude

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January 2015