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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.

12 WALKING MEDITATION The Calming and Centering Effects of Labyrinths

by Gina McGalliard

14 SORE THROAT SOOTHERS

Natural Remedies Help Kids Heal by Kathleen Barnes

16 BORN TO EAT WILD

Why Ancestral Diets Boost Health by Judith Fertig

18 PLANET-FRIENDLY AND PROFITABLE

The Rise of Ecopreneurs by Avery Mack

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20 CHANGE MAKERS Inspired to Act

by Linda Sechrist

24 EDWARD HUMES ON THE HIGH COST OF TRANSPORTATION

Small Consumer Choices Have Big Impacts by Randy Kambic

26 TREE-MENDOUS LOVE

How Trees Care for Each Other by Melissa Breyer

28 CAT-ASTROPHE

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letterfrompublisher October is a huge month for us, as Buffalo Natural contact us Publisher Sally Gower Editor Brad Gower Copy Editor Steve Jagord Calendar Editors Rachel Johnson Sara Peterson Design & Production Stephen Blancett C. Michele Rose Sales & Marketing Sally Gower Ida Pannozzo Multi-Market Advertising 239-449-8309 Franchise Sales 239-530-1377 Buffalo Natural Awakenings P.O. Box 108, Buffalo, NY 14226 Phone: 716-909-7805 Fax: 716-970-4712 Publisher@BuffaloAwakenings.com BuffaloAwakenings.com ©2016 by Natural Awakenings. All rights reserved. Although some parts of this publication may be reproduced and reprinted, we require that prior permission be obtained in writing. Natural Awakenings is a free publication distributed locally and is supported by our advertisers. It is available in selected stores, health and education centers, healing centers, public libraries and wherever free publications are generally seen. Please call to find a location near you or if you would like copies placed at your business. We do not necessarily endorse the views expressed in the articles and advertisements, nor are we responsible for the products and services advertised. We welcome your ideas, articles and feedback.

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Awakenings is celebrating its one-year anniversary. What a journey it has been, and how very quickly the time has passed. The people we have met, the places we have visited, and the experiences we have had have been wonderful and life changing on many levels. We are deeply grateful to you, our dedicated readers, as well as our essential and fabulous advertisers for their support and the many distribution locations helping the magazine spread throughout Western New York. If you are a frequent reader, you might have noticed that my letter often reflects themes of change, making a difference, and paying it forward. These are notions that I believe are essential for both individuals and organizations to be “in the game,” so to speak. How often in this crazy, complex and frazzled world we live in, do we feel overwhelmed and stuck, and simply unable to move forward? I believe that meditating on those simple values can help us to stay unstuck. In our feature story this month, “Change Makers,” Linda Sechrist highlights Komal Ahmad, a woman whose single act of kindness toward a homeless man led to a personal mission to feed America’s hungry. Peter Block, author of Community: The Structure of Belonging, wrote that, “We are a community of possibilities, not a community of problems.” How wonderful to view problems as possibilities and consider all the positive change that can result. Given the current mood in Buffalo and Western New York, it seems that the possibilities are endless. There is no better time or place to step it up and do something different. Many of our stories this month reflect opportunities to seize the moment and create positive change. If you enjoy meditation, try doing it while walking a labyrinth as described by Gina McGalliard in “Walking Meditation” on page 12, and check the accompanying list for local labyrinths, of which there are many. You may also consider the impact our cumulative choices have on both our own health and the health of our environment by opting to bike or walk en lieu of a usual car commute. Check out “Edward Humes on the High Cost of Transportation” in this month’s Wise Words article on page 24. Finally, after reading Judith Fertig’s “Born to Eat Wild” on page 16, you might reach for a mango instead of your usual orange next time you’re at the grocery store, knowing that it contains five times the amount of vitamin C. It’s small choices like these ones that add up to make a big difference, and that’s what we’ve tried to be all about in our first year of publishing. Buffalo Natural Awakenings exists to provide information with inspiration, so each of us feels powerful and motivated to make positive changes in our lives and the communities in which we live. We are very honored to serve you and welcome your thoughts moving into our second year. As always, please send any comments, feedback or suggestions to me at Publisher@BuffaloAwakenings.com. Gratefully,

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newsbriefs Event Puts Focus on Doulas

hannon Johns and Calming Nature Birth Doula Services will host an afternoon “Meet the Doulas” event from 1 to 5 p.m., October 16, at the Parkside Lodge, in Buffalo. The event will showcase the benefits of hiring a doula, as well as other pregnancy-related services Shannon Johns and options that are available to pregnant or soon to be pregnant women, all in one place. During the event – which will feature presenters, demonstrators, vendors, and activities – information will be provided to help inform and explain birthing services that are available to women when they are expecting. Food and drink will also be provided. According to DONA International, a doula is a trained and experienced professional who provides continuous physical, emotional and informational support to the mother before, during and just after birth; or who provides emotional and practical support during the postpartum period. Studies have shown that when doulas attend birth, labors are shorter with fewer complications, babies are healthier and they breastfeed more easily. Cost: $20. Location: 84 Parkside Ave., Buffalo. For more information, call 716-909-0074, email CalmingNatureDoula@ gmail.com or visit CalmingNatureDoula.com.

World on Your Plate Returns

aemen College’s Wick Campus Center will host the 13th Annual World on Your Plate Food and Sustainable Living Conference on October 7 and 8. The event explores food-related issues with an impact on individual bodies as well as the entire earth. Workshops, vendors, informational tables and entertainment are planned. The conference will feature a variety of speakers, including a roundtable discussion. Topics will include the future of organics in New York, the farm-to-table movement, saving seeds, and more. This year’s conference theme is “From Seeds to Solutions.” World On Your Plate is co-sponsored by Riverside-Salem UCC/DC. The mission of the annual conference includes promoting sustainability for farmers, farmworkers, and consumers, while advancing education and action on food safety, security, and sovereignty issues. Location: 4380 Main St., Amherst. For full schedule, cost, and more information, call 716-741-8815, email Info@WorldOn YourPlate.org or visit WorldOnYourPlate.org. natural awakenings

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newsbriefs Body Be Well Forms Partnership in New Home

ody Be Well Solutions, which offers massage, pain management, nutrition and weight management services, is moving to a new location. On October 1, the practice will begin operating out of the same location as Balance Yoga of WNY on Niagara Falls Boulevard in North Tonawanda. Rebecca Albert, a licensed massage therapist, health coach, and owner of Body Be Well, says the relocation will enable the Rebecca Albert collaboration of her own services with the therapeutic and restorative yoga programs offered by Wendy Hauck and her talented yoga instructors at Balance Yoga. The partnering businesses will offer a comprehensive and highly personalized approach to those looking for non-invasive, healthy lifestyle alternatives to managing pain, wellness, nutrition and weight. Body Be Well will introduce the new location with a comprehensive Healthy Choices = Healthy Habits 8-week class, beginning on October 5. Both practitioners accept most local insurance wellness program cards through Blue Cross Blue Shield and Independent Health. Location: 3571 Niagara Falls Blvd., North Tonawanda. For more information, call 716-316-2511, email Rebecca@ BodyBeWellSolutions.com or visit BodyBeWellSolutions.com.

Skin by Amber Now Offering Holistic Services

kin by Amber, an organic skin care salon owned and operated by clinical esthetician Amber Fath, is now offering services within Village, a cooperative group of businesses located at 140 Elmwood Avenue, in Buffalo. Using products that repair the skin Amber Fath from the inside out, advanced skin treatments at Skin by Amber are customized for each individual. While raw organic products are the primary focus, sciencebased peels that work with one’s DNA to repair the skin from within are also available. iLike and PCA skin care products are both used and sold by the salon. Fath has earned diplomas from the New York Institute of Esthetics and Physicians Care Alliance, and has trained under renowned specialists. In addition to treating skin, she also has years of experience in waxing using a hard wax technique that is gentler on the skin and the environment. She also makes some of her own products, including antiseptics and sugar scrubs. Location: 140 Elmwood Ave., Buffalo. For more information, call 716-560-0684, email SkinByAmberBuffalo@gmail.com or visit SkinByAmber.com. See ad, page 5.

Downtown Spa Offering Innovative Beauty Solutions

he Himalayan Institute of Buffalo will host a Yogathon to raise funds for the Buffalo Prenatal-Perinatal Network (BPPN) from 1 to 3 p.m., October 29. The BPPN is a nonprofit organization that works to increase access to and utilization of preconception, prenatal, perinatal and postpartum health care services in the community. It does so by operating programs that focus on improving maternal and infant health outcomes for high-need women and their families, and helping to reduce racial and ethnic disparities in those outcomes. During the Yogathon event, Himalayan Institute instructors will teach three different yoga classes, from gentle to intermediate, simultaneously throughout the building. The classes will be held from 1 to 2:30 p.m., followed by a tea reception. It’s a chance for participants to enjoy a relaxing day of yoga while supporting a good cause.

steopathic Wellness Medicine (OWM), a medical spa in the heart of downtown Buffalo, is now offering innovative and natural solutions to enhance an individual’s beauty and wellness. Dr. Leonard Kaplan, a regenerative medicine Dr. Leonard Kaplan specialist, provides cuttingedge treatments including Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) aesthetic therapy, which uses injections into the scalp to stimulate hair growth by introducing essential elements that are depleted with age. The treatment is effective for both male and female pattern hair loss. PRP injections under the skin of the face, neck and hands can also stimulate generation of collagen and elastin that is broken down with age, naturally creating tighter, more radiant and youthful skin. OMW is also offering the Venus Versa complete package of aesthetic solutions. These treatments include fully customizable facial remodeling and resurfacing; a skin rejuvenation laser treatment; a quick, effective, and virtually pain-free hair removal; and a non-surgical body contouring treatment to reduce cellulite and tighten skin.

Cost: $20. Location: 841 Delaware Ave., Buffalo. For more information, call 716-253-7066, email dhj@bppn.org or visit HIBuffalo.org and bppn.org. See ad, page 25.

Location: 235 South Elmwood Ave., Buffalo. For more information, call 716-626-6301 or visit WNYOsteoWellness.com. See ad, page 8.

Yogathon Will Benefit Prenatal Health

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Become a Life or Executive Coach

amantha Black, a master coach with the Certified Coaches Federation, will conduct a special two-day practitioner course from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., October 15 and 16, at Grounded Roots Wellness, Inc., in Niagara Falls, Ontario. The course is ideal for those starting a new career or seeking to enhance their existing profession by becoming certified as a life or executive coach working from home with local and global clients. Black, the executive director of Grounded Roots Wellness, Inc., has extensive experience in business, Samantha Black education and social work and provides training and coaching in a welcoming and supportive environment. Participants can gain practical experience and tools to further benefit employment opportunities and life transitions. Certified Coaches Federation, a leader in its field with 12,000 graduates worldwide, offers ongoing training through a personal coaching session upon completion of the core course, two free monthly webinars, support from master coaches and an annual conference featuring speakers and workshops. Cost: $979. Natural Awakenings readers save $100. Location: 4424 Montrose Rd., Niagara Falls, ON. For more information or to register, call 905-358-3048 or 866-455-2155, email Samantha@HealthyWealthyAndWise.com or Sam@Grounded RootsWellness.ca or visit CertifiedCoachesFederation.com. See ad, page 33.

kudos Buffalo Niagara Riverkeeper Gets Big Award

ast month, Buffalo Niagara Riverkeeper (BNR), a local non-profit organization dedicated to protecting and restoring the region’s water, was awarded a prestigious international award for excellence in river basin restoration by the International RiverFoundation (IRF) at its River Symposium in New Delhi. The Thiess International Riverprize is awarded each year to organizations demonstrating outstanding results in sustainable river basin management, restoration and protection worldwide. BNR was recognized for its decades-long efforts to restore and protect the Niagara River watershed, including the massive Buffalo River restoration. “We are humbled and grateful for this recognition of the transformation of the Niagara River watershed,” Jill Jedlicka, executive director of BNR says. “This honor is dependent upon and shared with our entire community, and is a testament to the decades of civic engagement of individuals, dedicated partners and our innovative staff and board.” For more information visit BNRiverKeeper.org.

Don’t find fault; find a remedy. ~Henry Ford

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Green Community Sandra Glover Cover artist Sandra Glover’s artwork, Green Community, celebrates working together for a sustainable world, this month’s theme. Her watercolor portrays a healthy, happy town where neighbors garden together, the wind powers homes and businesses, and streets are bike-friendly. A self-taught painter, illustrator and sculptor, Glover lives in Malibu, California, yet the piece was inspired in part by the row houses of Baltimore, where she lived for 10 years. “Living there, I always dreamed of rooftop gardening,” says Glover. “I have always wanted to live in a friendly community like this, where people are out in the streets talking to each other.” Her love of nature and work as a naturalist and animal shelter volunteer informs and inspires her paintings, which are created at home at her outdoor “studio” or on location in the Santa Monica Mountains that surround her home. Glover has illustrated numerous books and publications and exhibited at several galleries in the Los Angeles area. Her work also includes natural history exhibits and murals on display in parks in Baltimore and Malibu. Glover is an active member of the Allied Artists of the Santa Monica Mountains and Seashore. View the artist’s portfolio at SandyGloverArt.com.

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Senior Joggers Enjoy Youthful Metabolic Rate

esearch from Austria’s University of Graz has found that high-dose vitamin D3 significantly alters the gut’s microbiome for the better. The researchers tested 16 healthy people for eight weeks, giving them a dose of 980 international units (IU) per kilogram (2.2 pounds) of body weight. At this rate, a 150-pound person would take more than 66,000 IU per day. The scientists took samples from the stomach, small intestines, colon and stool before and after the testing period. They also tested for bacteria species using gene sequencing and measured T-cell counts. Afterward, the subjects showed reductions in disease-producing bacteria and increased diversity among their gut probiotics. The research also discovered that the high-dose vitamin D3 supplementation increased immunity in the gut. “Vitamin D3 modulates the gut microbiome of the upper gastrointestinal tract, which might explain its positive influence on gastrointestinal diseases such as inflammatory bowel disease or bacterial infections,” the researchers explain.

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cientists from the University of Colorado have determined that individuals older than 65 that run three times a week will likely burn oxygen at the same rate as a 20-year-old runner. Despite being more than four decades older, these runners spend a similar amount of metabolic energy as their younger counterparts. Published in the American College of Sports Medicine journal Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, the study tested 15 older and 15 younger runners. Each ran a minimum of three times a week for at least 30 minutes each time during the prior six months. The subjects were tested on a specialized treadmill that measured the force applied to the running belt. Each person ran for five minutes during each test at different speeds between 4.5 and 6.5 miles per hour. Regardless of running mechanics and technique, the older runners utilized their metabolic energy at a similar rate as the young runners at all speeds. “Our prior research suggests that the muscles themselves are becoming less efficient. I think of it as your body is like a car. Your body has its own fuel efficiency, and what we’ve seen is that the fuel efficiency in muscles is reduced in older adults that are sedentary or only walk occasionally,” says lead researcher and Professor of Kinesiology Justus Ortega.

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Vitamin D3 Boosts Gut Health

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Diabetics Improve Using Sesame and Rice Bran Oils

esearch published in the American Journal of Medicine found that treating people with a blend of cold-pressed sesame oil and rice bran oil significantly normalizes blood glucose levels. Testing involved 400 men and women for eight weeks, including 300 that had been diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes, by replacing cooking oils in their diet with a blend of sesame and rice bran oil. The researchers, from Japan’s Fukuoka University and India’s Council of Medical Research, divided the patients into four groups. For two months, 100 healthy people and 100 Type 2 diabetes patients replaced their cooking oils with the sesame/rice bran blend, another 100 Type 2 diabetes patients were treated with five milligrams per day of the diabetes drug glibenclamide (glynase in the U.S.) and the remaining 100 Type 2 diabetes patients were treated with a combination of the same dosage of glibenclamide, along with consuming the sesame/rice bran oil blend over the two-month period. After four weeks and eight weeks, the researchers found the diabetes patients that consumed the oil blend had significant reductions in fasting and post-meal blood glucose levels. They also had lower levels of glycated hemoglobin, triglycerides, low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (“bad” cholesterol) and improved high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (“good” cholesterol). Those treated with the diabetes drug without consuming the oil blend showed none of the same improvements.

Constructive Campaigning

Meditate the Vote Supports Political Sanity The Meditate the Vote – the Real Conversation segment is the brainchild of the globally broadcast America Meditating radio show (BlogTalkRadio.com/AmericaMeditating), which features prominent thought leaders sharing methods for personal development. In the midst of the 2016 election campaign, they ask people to step up the quality of citizen debate using Meditate the Vote questions to stimulate more intelligent and inclusive discussions via a variety of social media, including Twitter, Facebook, YouTube and other outlets leading up to national election day on November 8. Meditate the Vote does not endorse any candidate or political party. It’s a movement to socially engage all ages in a higher-quality and more cohesive way of working together. The Internet will be used to spread the word, with participants making videos in which they say, “I meditate the vote,” and why they do so, sharing feedback from their conversations. A Pause for Peace app is available to access communications, meditations, videos and the America Meditating radio show. The program is also available on Blog Talk Radio, iTunes, Stitcher Radio, Aha Radio and the PlayerFM app.

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Join the Safer Halloween Movement Halloween can be safe, economical and ecofriendly fun. Crusader costumes remain popular this year, but with a tutu twist. Avoid long skirts or capes that can trip up children and instead recycle a princess tulle skirt from a thrift shop into a shorter frock. T-shirt tops with a superhero logo plus a painted cardboard headpiece transforms kids into do-gooders. Homemade natural face paints are another alternative (see Tinyurl.com/Trick-Treat-Tips). Treats should also be eco-friendly. Equal Exchange offers fair trade, organic and kosher low-fat chocolates from crops grown by small farmers in the Dominican Republic and Peru, shipped in a quantity big enough to split the cost with friends (Shop.EqualExchange.coop/chocolate.html). Nut-free, homemade trail mix, wrapped in eco-friendly tissue paper or a square of cloth tied shut, provides a welcome change from sweets. In 2014, the Food Allergy Research and Education (FARE) organization launched the Teal Pumpkin Project. Place a downloadable sign in a window to announce that non-food, Earth-friendly treats are offered at the house for kids with allergies or food sensitivities (Tinyurl.com/TealHalloweenPumpkins). natural awakenings

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

School Haze

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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is helping finance the replacement or retrofitting of older school buses in public and private school fleets to reduce diesel emissions and improve air quality. Owners can install catalysts and ventilation systems to reduce emissions by up to 25 percent or replace older buses with newer ones that meet the latest highway emission standards. The EPA will pay up to $25,000 each, depending on the size. “Our kids spend a lot of time on the school bus, and buses spend a lot of time in our neighborhoods and schoolyards. They are a national symbol of safety,” says Janet McCabe, acting assistant administrator for the EPA Office of Air and Radiation. “Significantly improving school bus fleets across the country with retrofits, replacements and idle reduction practices is imperative in meeting the agency’s goal of reducing children’s exposure to air toxins.”

Biodegradable Bottle

Ari Jónsson, a 32-year-old student at the Iceland Academy of the Arts, has invented an all-natural water bottle that holds its shape when full and decomposes when empty. He debuted his creation at the DesignMarch 2016 festival in Reykjavík, Iceland. The only two materials needed to create the bottle are agar, a gelatinous substance that comes from red algae, and water. “I just followed the path in what I was researching, trying to find new ways to use materials,” says Jónsson, who combined the two ingredients, heated the mixture, poured it into a mold, and then quickly cooled it. The H2O binds and thickens the agar when cooled, retaining the shape of the water bottle mold, explains Jónsson. When the finished bottle is empty, “It will rot like other foods.” The bottles can sustainably decompose in soil, although Jónsson has yet to determine exactly how long that process will take. A plastic water bottle takes more than 1,000 years to biodegrade, and in the U.S., more than 2 million tons of the containers are languishing in landfills. Source: TakePart.com

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WALKING MEDITATION

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The Calming and Centering Effects of Labyrinths by Gina McGalliard

While many of us like to meditate, some can’t sit still. Walking a labyrinth provides an enticing alternative.

n archetypal labyrinth gently leads us in a circular path inward toward a center and then back out again. Found in ancient cultures from African, Celtic and Greek to Native American, they

became especially popular fixtures in Medieval European churches; one of the most renowned is in France’s Chartres Cathedral. Depictions of labyrinths have been included in paintings, pottery,

tapestries and in Hopi baskets as a sacred symbol of Mother Earth. Several American tribes saw the pattern as a medicine wheel. Celts may have regarded it as a never-ending knot or circle. While some of the oldest known labyrinths decorate cave walls in Spain, today they grace diverse locations ranging from spas and wellness centers to parks, gardens, university campuses and even prisons. “Labyrinths can be outdoors or indoors. Permanent labyrinths may be made of stones, rocks, bricks or inlaid stones. Temporary labyrinths can be painted on grass or made with all sorts of things for a particular purpose or appropriate to a specific cause,” explains Diane Rudebock, Ed.D., resource vice president and research chair of the Labyrinth Society, in Trumansburg, New York. “Walking a labyrinth is useful for those that sometimes have a hard time being outwardly still and drawing themselves inward. You must move your body, and because you’re focused on the path while you’re walking it, it’s easier to drop wholly into the journey and let go of all else,” says Anne Bull, of Veriditas, a Petaluma, California, nonprofit that supports new labyrinth designs to suit the spiritual needs of hospitals, schools and retreat centers. The group also sponsors a worldwide directory at LabyrinthLocator.com.

Individual Approaches

A labyrinth walk typically involves three stages. The first is for releasing extraneous thoughts on the way to the center. Upon arriving in the stillness of that point, the participant opens heart and mind to receive whatever message or wisdom is intended for them. The return path is the integration phase, to make a fresh insight our own. Participants should approach their walk in different ways: One may have a specific question or intention in mind; another may be open to whatever occurs during their meditation; yet another may repeat a meditative mantra. One might even choose to bypass the path entirely in order to sit contemplatively at its center. Unlike a maze, it’s impossible to lose our way with the circular 12

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path serving as a simple and reliable guide. Although scientific research on labyrinth meditation has been limited to participant questionnaires, future studies may incorporate the use of functional magnetic resonance imaging technology to measure brain activity and record what individuals experience. Labyrinths located in settings like hospitals and prisons lend themselves to such research, says Rudebock. As a Veriditas-certified labyrinth facilitator, she conducts workshops and observes, “Walks are unique to each individual and may not produce uniform or replicable results.” At its core, the experience is about listening to our truest self, away from the cacophony of modern life. “I believe that the world needs places where our souls can be quiet,” remarks Jean Richardson, director of the Kirkridge Retreat and Study Center, in Bangor, Pennsylvania, which includes a seven-circuit labyrinth. “Retreat centers and labyrinths are places where we can listen to our inner heart, feel our inner calling and tap into our own divine nature. I think deep listening is not always valued in a world where we are rewarded for being busy and keeping our schedules full.”

Nearby Opportunities

Today, labyrinths—indoor, outdoor, natural, urban, secular and religious— are found in or near many communities. Following the lead of California’s Golden Door Spa, in Escondido, which pioneered the use of a labyrinth in a spa setting, many spas now incorporate them in their wellness or mindfulness programs. Labyrinthine invitations to a mindfulness practice are open to everyone. “A labyrinth can bridge all beliefs, faiths, religions and walks of life,” says Bull. “You can walk a labyrinth no matter what you believe. Benefits come in walking it with an open mind and open heart.” Gina McGalliard is a freelance writer in San Diego, CA. Connect at GinaMcGalliard.com.

Local Labyrinths

elieve it or not, Western New York is home to many meditative labyrinths that are open to the public. Before visiting, make sure to check their websites or call ahead for details including hours, location and cost.

Clarence Presbyterian Church

9675 Main St., Clarence • 716-759-8396 ClarPresby.com

Daemen College

4380 Main St., Amherst • 716-839-3600 Daemen.edu

Lily Dale Assembly

5 Melrose Park Lily Dale • 716-595-8721 LilyDaleAssembly.com

Pendleton Center United Methodist Church

6864 Campbell Blvd., N. Tonawanda • 716-625-8306 PendletonCenter.org

Riverside Salem Church

3449 West River Rd., Grand Island • 716-773-1426 RiversideSalem.org

St. Aidan’s Episcopal Church

13021 West Main St., Alden • 716-937-6922

St. Martin Lutheran Church

322 Old Falls Blvd., N. Tonawanda • 716-693-4415 StMartinLutheran.org

Unity of Buffalo

1243 Delaware Ave., Buffalo • 716-882-0391 UnityBuffalo.org

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SORE THROAT SOOTHERS

Natural Remedies Help Kids Heal by Kathleen Barnes

he household is settling for the night when the 5-year-old cries out, “My throat hurts!” “There’s no need to panic,” says Dr. Tieraona Low Dog, in Pecos, New Mexico, an integrative physician and chief medical officer of Weil Lifestyle. “It’s pretty easy to figure out if it’s strep throat, which requires antibiotics, or something you can treat at home.” Only 10 to 20 percent of sore throats in children are caused by Streptococcus bacteria which, if not properly treated, can lead to heart damage. The first question to ask is, “What are the symptoms?” If these include sudden onset of a severe and worsening sore throat without any complaints of scratchiness; a fever of 101 degrees Fahrenheit or more; headache or stomach pain; and the lack of a stuffy nose, cough or sign of a cold—a trip to the pediatrician is essential and a course of antibiotics is necessary, says Low Dog. The vast majority of youngsters’ sore throats, which may accompany a 14

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common cold, are caused by viruses and will heal on their own in about a week. Many natural remedies will help children feel better and relieve the pain; some cost so little they are nearly free. Salt water gargle: “A glass of warm water with half a teaspoon of sea salt swirled into it is an old-school remedy that works well for kids at least 5 years old,” says Erika Krumbeck, a naturopathic doctor and licensed primary care physician practicing pediatrics in Missoula, Montana. She notes that a salt water gargle can also moderate the symptoms of strep until the child can see a doctor. The Mayo Clinic Book of Home Remedies confirms that the salt water draws excess fluid from inflamed throat tissues. It also loosens mucus and removes other irritants, including bacteria, allergens and fungi. Just make sure children don’t swallow the salt water, counsels Krumbeck. Warm compresses: A warm water compress using a wet hand

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towel applied for 10 or 15 minutes every hour loosens mucus and is soothing. “It’s amazing how effective these familiar practices are,” says Krumbeck. “Grandma knew what she was doing.” Lemon juice and honey: “Honey is sweet, so kids love it,” says certified nutritionist Kimberly Snyder, of New York and Los Angeles. This traditional recipe works because the honey has antibacterial properties and the lemon juice is packed with immune-boosting antioxidants. Snyder cautions that babies younger than 12 months old should never be given honey because their immune systems cannot handle the bacterial spores sometimes present in the sweet treat. Elderberry: The tiny purple berries of the Sambucus nigra L. plant shortens the duration of colds and flu often suffered by air travelers, according to research that includes a large Australian study. Elderberry syrup appeals to kids because it tastes delicious. Low Dog recommends keeping a bottle on hand at all times because it’s hard to know when a child will complain of a scratchy throat. “This yummy syrup is good for all ages. It’s so safe. I love it,” says Low Dog, adding, “Plus, you can always use it on whole-grain pancakes.” Sage and Echinacea: Drinking sage tea and gargling with echinacea are old-time remedies for sore throats that now have scientific backing, says Snyder. Go for a twofer and add a little echinacea to the tea, she suggests. A Swiss study showed that an echinacea/sage spray soothed sore throat symptoms just as well as a chlorhexidine/lidocaine spray, which can have side effects that include more swelling and even allergic reactions; the suggested spray should not be used with children under 12. Pairing up a dose of safe and gentle, time-tested sore throat recipes with a big hug will go far toward relieving most little ones’ suffering. Kathleen Barnes has authored numerous natural health books, including Food Is Medicine: 101 Prescriptions from the Garden. Connect at KathleenBarnes.com.

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Buffalo Midwifery Services and Birthing Center of Buffalo Two Approaches, One Mother by Brad Gower

birth in her 20-year career, and like Stewart beileen Stewart will never forget the moment she fore, she was drawn in. met a midwife for the first time. Now, nine years later, Stewart and Mor “It was a eureka moment,” she recalls. “I was rison are a rare midwife-OB partnership, built hooked from the first meeting with her. I was drawn upon mutual respect and recognition that the like a magnetic attraction to the whole idea.” midwifery and medical models of care belong After “taking doctors orders” for years workon the same continuum and need one another. ing as a nurse, Stewart had been cultivating a Morrison, who has become a staunch advogeneral sense that things should be done differcate of the midwifery model, serves as medical ently, especially when it came to childbirth and a director at the Birthing Center of Buffalo, the only pregnant woman’s relationship to those assisting freestanding birth center in Western New York, her. As a young single mother of two boys, she which offers comprehensive certified midwifery and could certainly relate. Eileen Stewart OB care. Stewart has since founded Buffalo Mid The midwifery model of maternity care that wifery Services, providing mothers with midwifery Stewart embraced treats pregnancy, labor and care wherever they feel most comfortable, whether in a desigchildbirth as normal biological processes. While midwives nated birthing house, at Morrison’s birthing center, Women and are highly trained to recognize signs of complication, their Children’s Hospital of Buffalo, or in a mother’s own home. main goal is to protect and support the natural process of Together, Stewart and Morrison provide comprehensive childbirth. The medical model of maternity care tends to care for reproductive health, putting each woman’s desire focus instead on complications that might arise, leaning on before anything else. By improving the lives of women and procedures like testing and medical or surgical interventions children in Western New York, they believe they can also that can have unintended negative consequences. change the community in which they live for the better. “The midwifery model of care is individualized, per “I want all women to have access to the midwifery sonal care for women related to their reproductive health,” model of care,” Stewart says. “I want OBs to practice low explains Stewart. “At the foundation of this care is a whole intervention obstetrics in low risk pregnancies. I want person relationship that respects each woman and believes midwives and OBs to collaborate so women can have the that she knows what is best for her and her family. The medical model of birth defines pregnancy as a condition and birth continuum of care. Few people really understand that the current medicalization of pregnancy and birth is leading to as a procedure, which must be managed. Midwives define pregnancy as a normal physiological event in a woman’s life. very poor outcomes, especially amongst the poor and minority communities. Too many unnecessary interventions and Birth is a sacred rite of passage for mother and baby.” not enough love and respect. I want a medical community While midwives like Stewart may disagree with an that values the birth experience of all women and babies.” absolute medical approach, that doesn’t mean they can’t As fiercely as Stewart advocates and as hard as she see the merits of a responsible obstetrician. In fact, Stewart’s works for mothers in Western New York, she rejects the norelationship with Katharine Morrison, a medical doctor and tion that it’s her job. practicing obstetrician, is a brilliantly unique example of the “Midwifery is a lifestyle,” she says. “It is a deep calling two professions working side by side. to service, not once would I ever relate to it as a career.” The two women worked together at a birthing facility in the 90s until Stewart left to perform home births. When they reconnected in 2007 at a meeting to discuss the formation Buffalo Midwifery Services is located at 289 Summer St., of a birthing center in Buffalo, Morrison was still a practicing Buffalo. For more information, call 716-885-2229 or visit OB, but Stewart had put her home birth practice on hold. BuffaloMidwiferyServices.com “Katharine offered to consult me and encouraged me to restart the practice,” Stewart recalls. “The same year, we Birthing Center of Buffalo is located at 2500 Main St., attended our first home birth together.” Buffalo. For more information, call 716-835-2510 or visit It was the first time Morrison had witnessed a natural BirthingCenterOfBuffalo.com. See ad, page 11. natural awakenings

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Born to Eat Wild Why Ancestral Diets Boost Health by Judith Fertig

n The Omnivore’s Dilemma: A Natural History of Four Meals, Michael Pollan surmised that we’d be healthier if we ate the way our great-grandparents did. It would mean sticking to regularly scheduled meals instead of impulsive snacking, having a meat or protein item comprise only a quarter of our plate, adding fresh vegetables and eliminating junk food. We must look further back than our immediate ancestors, counters Jo Robinson, a food journalist who surveyed more than 6,000 scientific research studies before writing her bestselling Eating on the Wild Side: The Missing Link to Optimum Health. She has also co-authored several other books, including The Omega Diet: The Lifesaving Nutritional Program Based on the Diet of the Island of Crete.

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“Many believe we have dumbed down the nutrition in our food over the past 100 years,” says Robinson, who lives and gardens on Vashon Island, Washington. “Research shows we have been breeding out proteins and minerals and most importantly, antioxidants, for much longer.” She points out that the hunter-gatherer diet encompassed many wild foods that tasted more bitter, astringent, sour and earthy than the sweet blandness in today’s fruits and vegetables. Wild foods offered a wider variety of phytonutrients, but came at a cost—the time required to hunt and gather enough food for a day, let alone a season. “Then, 12,000 years ago, we had a better idea—gardening,” says Robinson. “We evolved to 20 varieties in a garden versus 150 in wild plants.” First, farmers chose sweet, starchy, mild-tasting, oil-rich foods such as figs, dates and olives. “We’re hard-wired to choose high-calorie foods because they’re directly connected to the pleasure centers of the brain,” she adds. 16

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After that, the trend to grow sweeter-tasting, less nutritious plants snowballed. Robinson cites research that found adding one Golden Delicious apple to the daily diet of a small group of overweight men led to higher levels of undesirable low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol and triglycerides due to its high-fructose content and low levels of antioxidants (International Journal of Preventive Medicine).

Wilder Options Even organic farming methods, in which the soil is naturally enriched, can’t return all those lost nutrients to our food. Rather than advocate that we return to eating wild foods, Robinson suggests finding wild equivalents. Even those that follow a paleo diet—presumably eaten by early humans and consisting chiefly of meat, fish, vegetables and fruit, excluding dairy, grain products and commercially processed items—could use further refinements in the produce they choose. She recommends specific varieties of fruits and vegetables and explains the benefits of “wild” foods such as meat, eggs and dairy from livestock and poultry fed on grass on her website, EatWild.com. We can make smarter choices, seeking wilder-type varieties of foods at the grocery store, farmers’ market and garden seed companies. In general, they are more vividly colored, especially from red to purple, and less sweet. Brightly colored fruits and vegetables indicate a botanical sunscreen the plant produces to protect itself from ultraviolet light and other external threats, notes Robinson; it’s an indication of a higher antioxidant activity. “Find as many purple foods as possible because they have anthocyanins, known to fight cancer and inflammation,” suggests Robinson. “The original carrot from Afghanistan is purple. It’s only been orange for the past 400 years when it was bred to salute the royal House of Orange, in the Netherlands.” According to Robinson, we can also prepare our foods in ways that maximize their phytonutrient content. Eat fresh-picked asparagus and broccoli immediately or their natural sugars and antioxidants disappear. Let chopped or pressed garlic sit for 10 minutes before using so its pungent allicin—the healthy compound that benefits our health—will increase. Tear fresh lettuce the day before eating and keep it fresh in a plastic bag with poked holes, to allow the stillliving lettuce to rally its healthy compounds as if its battered leaves were repelling an insect attack. This emerging science of polyphenols, the technical term for phytonutrients in our food, will be explosive, predicts this pioneering research-based author. “There’s a new study just about every month,” she finds. It can all lead toward breeding and growing more nutritious foods that are more readily accessible to everyone. Judith Fertig writes cookbooks and foodie fiction from Overland Park, KS (JudithFertig.com).

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he old way of thinking about fruits and vegetables is ‘the more, the better,’ regardless of what you choose,” says wild food expert Jo Robinson. “Unfortunately, the most popular ones are the least nutritious, like Golden Delicious apples and supersweet corn.” In Eating on the Wild Side, Robinson cites considerable research that shows we can make better choices within each food category by simply selecting varieties closer to their wild ancestors. Generally, the most phytonutrient-rich options include kale, spinach, lettuces, asparagus and artichokes. Here are other top tips from the literature. n Tart apples such as Granny Smith, Braeburn, Honeycrisp and Liberty boost phytonutrients and fiber while reducing fructose content. n Haas avocados deliver more vitamin E and other antioxidants to support smooth skin and shiny hair than smaller Mexican avocados. n Red finger bananas, when fully ripened to a deep magenta, are higher in vitamin C, beta-carotene, potassium and fiber than the common Cavendish banana. n Canned beans (which have been dried and then cooked) are better than home-cooked beans because the heat required for the canning process enhances their nutritional content. n Grass-fed beef is higher in vitamin E, beta-carotene and omega-3 essential fatty acids than corn-fed beef. n Dried currants made from Black Corinth grapes (sold as “Zante currants”) have more antioxidants than either brown or golden raisins. n Red grapefruit is preferred to yellow; the darker the red, the more beneficial the fruit. Red grapefruit but not yellow has been shown to lower triglycerides. n Raw kale is both the most bitter and beneficial of all the cruciferous vegetables. n Dark orange-hued mangos are superior to other tropical fruits, possessing five times the vitamin C of oranges and the fiber of pineapples. n Cherry, grape and currant tomatoes deliver more cancerpreventing lycopene than beefsteak tomatoes.

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Planet-Friendly and Profitable The Rise of Ecopreneurs by Avery Mack

hether it’s a sideline or full time, flourishing small businesses stimulate the economy. The U.S. Small Business Association found that between 2009 and 2013, companies with fewer than 500 employees accounted for 60 percent of net new jobs. Technology allows new commercial ventures to be launched from home, yielding huge savings in startup costs. Owners have found ways to fulfill needs by leveraging their past job experiences and personal interests.

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When the economy faltered in 2008, Dave Marciniak, owner and lead designer at Revolutionary Gardens, in Culpeper, Virginia, offered eco-friendly services. “I focus on a few key points and design to make the outdoors a place where people want to be,” he says. Even for urbanites, fresh garden herbs are available thanks to ecopreneurs like Andy Avramenko, who created TrendyThing, in New York City. “The edible plants our bike messengers distribute come from

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local farmers,” he explains. Basil, parsley, dill, lettuce and other herbs and greens are available for all five boroughs; potted plants arrive fresh weekly via subscription. In addition to cleaning homes, Debbie Sardone, owner of Speed Cleaning, in Lewisville, Texas, saw an opportunity to manufacture her own green cleaning products. They’re part of a full-line online catalog. Ryan Riley and his wife, Ashley Spitz, of Los Angeles, own and operate Biz Bagz, dog waste bags made in America from bio-based resins and recycled plastics. He notes the genesis of their idea: “Landfills are anaerobic, so biodegradable bags don’t get the oxygen required to break down. Compostable bags are available, but few places provide composting services. We offer a cleaner alternative.” Another pet-inspired idea was spawned when Kevin Li, of Manhattan, New York, left his puppy home alone for the first time. He invented an app-operated remote control ball with a camera called PlayDate (Tinyurl.com/ RemoteBallApp).

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People- and planet-friendly personal care products address other ongoing customer needs. Nitya Gulati, founder of Sugarloom Cosmetics, in Ashburn, Virginia, specializes in Americanmade, vegan, cruelty- and toxin-free nail polish. She advises, “Look for ‘five-free’ on the label, which means no formaldehyde, dibutyl phthalate, toluene and allergens camphor and formaldehyde resin. Watch out for guanine, made from fish scales, found in glittery polishes. Oleic acid, a thickener, is animal fat. Vibrant reds may contain carmine, made from boiled, crushed beetles.” She warns that products tested by a third party can obscure animal testing during product development. Amelia Swaggert and Elizabeth Ripps, co-founders of California Scrub Company, in Los Angeles, upcycle coffee grounds into a natural facial scrub. They’ve eliminated plastic at every step of production from sourcing to packaging. They’re also helping to keep the world’s

oceans from becoming plastic soup by supporting the Beat the Microbead campaign. (BeatTheMicrobead.org/en). Maintaining a professional look while living green can be a challenge. OneSavvyMother.com found a stylish, eco-friendly, lightweight and durable tote bag designed by Natalie Therése. The vegan cork tote is made in Boxford, Massachusetts. Shavings from the bark of the cork oak tree grown in Portugal are transformed into ultrathin sheets to produce cork fabric; the certified organic cotton lining is produced in Korea and China in certified Global Organic Textile Standard and fair trade facilities.

Out and About Mya Zeronis saw a need for healthy food and stepped out of her comfort zone to fulfill it through her extra VEGANza Pgh restaurant and its catering arm, Lean Chef en Route, recognized by Sustainable Pittsburgh. “We source locally, compost produce scraps, serve meat- and dairy-free menu options, practice food waste management with root-to-stem preparation and maintain energy conservation,” she says. Customers are encouraged to bike to the restaurant; there’s even a bicycle air pump and flat tire repair kit on the premises if emergencies arise. Shared bikes are a welcome addition at colleges for budget-minded and time-strapped students. Rented by the hour or day, they’re a convenient, healthy and non-polluting way to get around campus. New York University at Buffalo students can remotely locate, rent and unlock GPS-enabled bikes. At Williams College, in Williamstown, Massachusetts, the Purple Bike Coalition provides free use of bikes and a staffed repair station; a cargo bike helps transport larger objects. Entrepreneurs are creative by nature; seeing a need and asking, “What if?” Eco-friendly, green-minded entrepreneurs take ideas a step farther, working to ensure the health of consumers and the planet. They succeed as they serve and inspire us all.

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calls the “right thing to do” fed more than 41,000 people that day. Named one of Toyota’s 2016 Mothers of Invention, Ahmad uses the company’s $50,000 grant to boost Copia’s services throughout the U.S. Recently, German and Austrian government officials expressed interest in expanding the service to help feed Syrian refugees in their countries. Friends Margot McNeeley and Janet Boscarino, in Memphis, Tennessee, looked around for local problems they could fix and took action starting Margot McNeeley in 2008. A former retail entrepreneur,

CHANGE MAKERS INSPIRED TO ACT by Linda Sechrist

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urs is not the task of fixing the entire world all at once, but of stretching out to mend the part of the world that is within our reach. Any small, calm thing that one soul can do to help another soul will help immensely. It is not given to us to know which acts, or by whom, will cause the critical mass to tip toward an enduring good,” says Clarissa Pinkola Estés, Ph.D., a world-renowned author and Jungian psychoanalyst specializing in post-trauma counsel. Thousands of people each day choose to see a world radiating with hope and light, despite ever-present conflict and strife. Their talents and gifts, alliances and collaborations are inspiring a new story that ripples outward into our communities and beyond. In The Ten Gifts: Find the Personal Peace You’ve Always Wanted Through the Ten Gifts You’ve Always Had, author Robin L. Silverman affirms that everyone can reach within, even in the worst of circumstances, for treasures that can be used to improve the lives of others. She concludes, “We are not meant to use our gifts simply to survive,

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Meeting Basic Needs Komal Ahmad was unaware that her single act of kindness in simply offering to share her lunch with a homeless veteran in 2011 while she was attending the UniKomal Ahmad versity of California, Berkeley, would lead to a multiplying mission to feed America’s hungry. His heartfelt expression of gratitude for his first meal in three days sparked an epiphany: Her school was regularly throwing away thousands of pounds of food while neighbors were going hungry. Today, Ahmad is the founder and CEO of Copia, an app that matches nonprofits serving in-need veterans, children, women and others with companies that have leftover gourmet food. Following the 2016 Super Bowl, she used Copia’s technology to organize food pickups throughout the San Francisco Bay area. What she

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McNeeley didn’t want food to go to waste and created the Project Green Fork certification program after learning that 95 percent of restaurant waste can be diverted from Janet Boscarino landfills. Her nonprofit helps restaurants to conserve water and energy, develop recycling and composting systems and switch to biodegradable containers and environmentally friendly cleaning operations. Boscarino’s experience in business development and sales, combined with her disdain for litter, led her to found the nonprofit Clean Memphis, which began in 2008 with volunteer crews picking up litter. In recent years, the initiative’s community-wide strategy has expanded to involve local governments, businesses, neighborhoods, faith-based organizations and 20 local “sustainable schools”. In 2017, Project Green Fork will become a part of Clean Memphis. Throughout two decades of educational activism, John G. Heim’s passion for clean water as a human right has not waned. The founder and leader of The SWFL Clean Water Movement, headquartered in Fort Myers Beach,

Florida, persisted even when many business owners considered him a nuisance, driving off tourists. As infestations of blue-green algae blooms have reached emergency levels, Heim’s ongoing grassroots campaign to increase awareness of water quality issues that’s backed by social media recently brought him to Washington, D.C., to make his case before Congress. The nonprofit’s 18,000 members have succeeded in bringing national attention to the thick muck now plaguing both Florida coasts. They’re working to alter nutrient-laden discharges from Lake Okeechobee that send agricultural toxins and rain overflow down the Caloosahatchee and St. Lucie rivers and out into vital estuaries. Scott Bunn’s Seneca Treehouse Project, launched in 2010, grew from his building background in a family of entrepreneurs to encompass design/build Scott Bunn services and education in eco-housing and ethical living. Bunn’s original Seneca, South Carolina, homestead and acreage includes apprentice learning programs teaching practical skills in cultivating permaculture, growing food, building structures, working with tools and living in an intentional community. “For the next six years, our goal is to annually train 50 people that will train 50 more people. Continuing this exponential growth pattern means the potential for 312 million more people living more compatibly and lightly upon the Earth. We’ve already established collaborations with six other cities around the U.S. that can potentially duplicate our efforts,” says Bunn.

Providing Healthcare Options Martie Whittiken, of Plano, Texas, a board-certified clinical nutritionist and host of the Healthy by Nature nationally syndicated radio show, uses her talents to advocate for health freedom in America. Educating listeners for 19

We are a community of possibilities, not a community of problems. Community exists for the sake of belonging, and takes its identity from the gifts, generosity and accountability of its citizens. We currently have all the resources required to create an alternative future. ~Peter Block, Community: The Structure of Belonging years, she served as president of the National Nutritional Foods Association during crucial phases of the 1992 to 1994 fight to successfully pass the Dietary Martie Whittiken Supplement Health and Education Act to preserve consumer choices. The author of The Probiotic Cure also helped found the Texas Health Freedom Coalition to protect citizens’ rights to choose alternative medical treatment in her state. Whittiken says, “My work is a labor of love. I have no interest in becoming famous or well known unless it contributes to getting the job done.” On a 2006 medical mission to Haiti, Gigi Pomerantz, a licensed nurse practitioner at the Aurora Sinai Medical Center, in Milwaukee, discovered the impact Gigi Pomerantz of a lack of clean

The nonprofit helps rural Haitians build composting toilets and develop organic gardens using recycled waste as fertilizer. It also provides community hygiene education and reforestation. Everything is aimed at breaking Haiti’s widespread cycle of contamination and disease, and safely convert human waste into agricultural fertilizer that’s increasing crop productivity and the availability of healthy food. Psychotherapist Jacqui Bishop and Integrative Nutritionist Lisa Feiner, co-founders of Sharp Again Naturally, in White Plains, New York, believe that Jacqui Bishop dementia is reversible, and no case should be considered hopeless until all causative factors have been tested and ruled out. Their resolve for eliminatLisa Feiner ing causes of disease

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rather than managing symptoms is based on University of California, Los Angeles, research studies and sources quoted in a Health Advocates Worldwide documentary. Project Yoga Richmond, established in 2010, makes yoga accessible to everyone in the city’s metro region. Thirty yoga teachers lead pay-what-you-can studio classes that help fund 22 outreach programs for underserved communities. Healing programs are designed for needs related to autism, recovery, seniors,

special students and youths in the court system. “We also provide continuing instructor education, visiting teachers, workshops and other special events that deepen yoga practice in our community,” says co-founder Dana Walters, who serves as the board of directors vice president.

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As an Emmy Award-winning trumpeter, composer, educator and co-founder, conductor and artistic director of the Chicago Jazz Philharmonic (CJP),

Orbert Davis is dedicated to multi-genre projects. His collaborative research in 2012 while in Cuba Orbert Davis on a peopleto-people exchange accompanied by fellow musicians and River North Dance Chicago’s Artistic Director Frank Chaves (now retired) proved to be a multifaceted boon. It generated the philharmonic’s Havana Blue live performance in 2013 and ignited a weeklong cultural exchange with Cuba’s Universidad Ciudad de las Artes (ISA) during his return trip for the Havana International Jazz Festival in 2014. President Barak Obama’s announcement of the normalization of Cuban/U.S. diplomatic relations opened up the possibility for a continuing CJP/ISA relationship, as well as their 2015 landmark partnered event when 37 ISA students traveled to Chicago to perform Scenes from Life: Cuba at Chicago’s Auditorium Theatre. Davis promises more such events to come. All of these individuals represent a small percentage of the gamechangers actively moving to create an alternative future. Estés observes, “What is needed for dramatic change is an accumulation of acts; adding, adding to, adding more, continuing. We know that it does not take everyone on Earth to bring justice and peace, but only a small, determined group that will not give up during the first, second or hundredth gale.” Linda Sechrist is a senior staff writer for Natural Awakenings. Connect at ItsAllAboutWe.com.

Never believe that a few caring people can’t change the world. For, indeed, that’s all who ever have. ~Margaret Mead

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Hydraulics Lofts at 500 Seneca Street Downtown Living Makes Healthy Easy by Brad Gower

t’s no secret that downtown living is on the rise in Buffalo. New developments seem to spring up every day, filling up quickly and injecting new life and a sense of optimism into an area that once seemed as if it had no hope. With such encouraging growth, residential and commercial developments are forced to consider what might set them apart from all the others. At 500 Seneca Street, a mixed-use project located in Buffalo’s Hydraulics District, part of the solution is a focus on uncommon amenities that promote a healthy and active lifestyle to a new generation of tenants. “Our goal was to create a community that would appeal to folks of all ages who have discovered – or rediscovered – all that city living has to offer,” says Luke Cusack, 500 Seneca’s property manager who oversees all leasing and operations at the building. Being a mixed-use environment allows 500 Seneca to offer residential tenants easy access to commercial and retail tenants that aim to provide healthy lifestyle services. This includes massage therapy and chiropractic care at Phoenix Rising Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork, healthcare and insurance services from the Bene-Care Agency, and physical training with Next Level. While many downtown newcomers are seeking a more dense and walkable environment, housing health-minded service providers and other businesses within the same building as residential units adds the benefit of sparing tenants from facing cold, harsh weather during Buffalo’s winters. In addition, 500 Seneca boasts other day-to-day amenities that make tenants’ lives easier, such as The Lunch Box, a restaurant serving breakfasts and lunch with a fresh and healthy focus. There’s also on-site tailoring, pet day care, bicycle parking, a full-service spa, and a 24/7 fitness center. Those who enjoy the occasional alcoholic drink should also know that 500 Seneca is even home to the trendy small batch Tommyrotter Distillery. “Most of our residents appreciate not only the convenience of having these services in the building, but also the fact that many of the providers aim to offer the healthiest services possible,” says Cusack. While he and the development team work to provide

an active, modern living environment for tenants, they can draw inspiration from the building’s unique history. Formerly the F.N. Burt box factory, 500 Seneca was once the largest paper boxmanufacturing facility in the world. It is also the birthplace of the cone-shaped paper cup and is now listed on United States Register of Historic Places. A classic light factory, the building was designed to allow as much natural light as possible to filter throughout, which now means a brighter place for tenants to live and work. “It always feels bright,” Cusack says. Throughout the building, historic features like wood-framing and brick walls are enhanced by classic photographs of the neighborhood’s heyday in the hallways. When tenants need a little extra space, there’s a majestic, multi-story interior green atrium and an outdoor common space. Of course, such an attractive environment tends to attract tenants. With residential apartments fully leased, future tenants are filling up a waiting list, and only a few commercial spaces remain available for rent. That doesn’t keep the building from continuing to improve, however. A wine cellar and hair salon are both currently under construction and opening soon. In the meantime, 500 Seneca should continue to demonstrate what an important role health plays in the growing popularity of an upscale, urban lifestyle. Location: 500 Seneca St., Buffalo. For more information, call 716-332-5959 or visit HydraulicsLofts.com.

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Edward Humes on the High Cost of Transportation Small Consumer Choices Have Big Impacts by Randy Kambic

dward Humes investigates the origins and impacts of the expensive and complex process that brings us everyday products and items in his new book Door to Door: The Magnificent, Maddening, Mysterious World of Transportation. His latest work, which also covers our love affair with cars, is popularizing the eco-conscious term, “transportation footprint”. Aligned with this, he recommends a move to driverless cars to save lives and fuel. In an earlier book, Garbology: Our Dirty Love Affair with Trash, the Pulitzer Prize-winning, Southern California

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journalist examined the causes and effects of waste. Solutions are showcased by how institutions and families are consciously reducing their wasteful ways.

What are some everyday impacts of the “door-to-door machine” you write about? Transportation is embedded in our lives, both in our personal things and our travel. It can take 30,000 miles to get our morning coffee to the kitchen, with another 165,000 miles attached to all the components of the coffee pot, water, energy and packaging—a world-

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wide mix involving trains, planes, boats and trucks. Unprecedented amounts of transportation are embedded in everything we do and touch, with many hidden costs to our environment, economy and traffic. Take the world of online retailing. That “buy it now” button seems so convenient, but it’s also a traffic jam generator. Each click births a new truck trip. What used to be a single truckload of goods delivered efficiently to a store or mall now demands hundreds of singleitem deliveries to far-flung homes.

Which transportation footprint surprised you the most in researching Door to Door? The smartphone is a paradox, in that it has reduced our transportation footprint in some ways because of all the separate devices it has replaced, from navigation in cars to calculators to cameras. Phones also empower a transportationfree option for online banking and bill paying, eliminating all sorts of trips in the physical world. On the flip side, making and assembling smartphone components requires a lot of back-and-forth transport between many countries because no one can make the whole “widget”. With its many raw materials, rare

earth minerals and manufactured components, we’re talking about an overall transportation footprint for one phone that’s equivalent to a round trip to the moon; a phone that users will trade in for a newer model in just a few years.

What’s a particularly negative impact of the huge distances involved in today’s movement of goods? Cargo container ships create immense amounts of pollution. About 6,000 container ships worldwide ship 90 percent of consumer goods. Natural Resources Defense Council data show that the smog and particulate emissions from just 160 of these vessels equal that of all of the cars in the world. If the cargo fleet were a country, its carbon emissions would exceed Germany’s, the world’s fourth-largest economy, according to the European Commission. Cargo ship carbon emissions are projected to rise to about 18 percent of the global total in the next 25 years if our appetite for goods continues to grow at current rates.

What are the consequences of the U.S. ranking 16th worldwide in infrastructure quality? Americans are under the illusion that we pay high taxes to build and maintain roads, bridges and rails. However, as a portion of our gross domestic product, we invest about one-fifth of what China does and the poor results are apparent. We have a $3.6 trillion backlog in needed modernization. This drags down the economy and increases harmful emissions through shipping delays and rush-hour jams, as well as raising road safety concerns.

children walk or bike to school than in the recent past, even as we face a youth obesity crisis. We can also adjust when and how we drive; half the cars on the road during rush hour are not jobrelated. Driving at other times would ease traffic for everyone and reduce traffic jams, emissions and crashes.

All of this is something we could easily change—and that many other countries have changed—with substantial health, economic and traffic benefits. Randy Kambic is a freelance editor and writer in Estero, FL, and a regular contributor to Natural Awakenings.

Transportation Outlook in WNY

rganizations like One Region Forward and the Greater Buffalo Niagara Regional Transportation Council work toward improving local transportation in a responsible and sustainable way. One positive example of working toward achieving these types of goals can be found at the Buffalo Niagara Medical Campus (BNMC), a fast growing employment center in downtown Buffalo. The BNMC works to provide employees with better access to healthier, greener and more affordable transportation options through its GO BNMC campus-wide initiative. By encouraging the use of alternative transportation modes – walking, biking, car sharing or riding public transit – employees can save money, traffic congestion and associated pollution can be reduced, and scarce land can be utilized in more economically productive ways.

Buffalo Niagara Region Transportation Numbers, Trends and Goals: n On average, we drive 18 miles per person each day, more than twice as far as 30 years ago. n 82 percent of workers commute to work by car, up from 67 percent 30 years ago. n 153 miles of dedicated bike paths, shared lanes and trails have been added in the past 25 years. n On average, 53 percent of household income (for median income families) is currently spent on housing and transportation costs. n In the past 20 years, we’ve added 525 miles of new roads, costing us $26 million per year to maintain. Sources: One Region Forward (OneRegionForward.org) and the Greater Buffalo Niagara Regional Transportation Council (GBNRTC.org).

How can we each lessen our “transportation footprint”? We have power as individuals, families and communities to make a difference. Americans walk less than almost any other people on Earth. A Los Angeles study showed that half of its residents’ daily trips are less than three miles, with many under one mile, which is crazy. Using alternative transportation for just 10 percent of those trips would have major positive impacts. Far fewer natural awakenings

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rom learning to communicate to physically caring for each other, the secret lives of trees are wildly deep and complex. “They can count, learn and remember; nurse sick neighbors; warn each other of danger by sending electrical signals across a fungal network known as the ‘wood wide web’; and keep the ancient stumps of long-felled companions alive for centuries by feeding them a sugar solution through their roots,” reveals Peter Wohlleben, a German forest ranger and author of The Hidden Life of Trees: What They Feel, How They Communicate— Discoveries from a Secret World, released in September. Upon seeing two soaring beeches in the forest, Wohlleben observes, “These trees are friends. See how the thick branches point away from each other? That’s so they don’t block their buddy’s light. Sometimes, pairs are so interconnected at the roots that when one tree dies, the other one dies, too.” Wohlleben is rekindling a re-imagination of trees even as many people consider their role is only to supply us with oxygen and wood. Using a mix of scientific research and his own observations from studying forestry and working in the forest since 1987, the man who speaks for the trees does so in decidedly anthropomorphic terms.

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“Scientific language removes all the emotion, and people don’t understand it anymore. I use a human language. When I say, ‘Trees suckle their children,’ everyone knows immediately what I mean,” he says. After years of working for the state forestry administration in RhinelandPalatinate, and then as a forester managing 3,000 acres of woods near Cologne, he began to understand that contemporary practices were not serving the trees or those that depend on them very well. Artificially spacing out trees ensures that trees get more sunlight and grow faster, but naturalists report that trees exist less like individuals and more as communal beings. By working together in networks and sharing resources, they increase their resistance to potentially damaging influences. After researching alternative approaches, Wohlleben began implementing some revolutionary concepts. He replaced heavy machinery with horses, stopped using insecticides and let the woods become wilder. The pilot German forest plot went from losing money to posting a profit in two years. As Dr. Seuss’ tree-loving Lorax says, “I speak for the trees. I speak for the trees, for the trees have no tongues.” Melissa Breyer, of Brooklyn, NY, is the editor of Treehugger.com, from which this article was adapted.

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lmost 60 percent of America’s pet cats are overweight, according to a survey by the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention. Feline obesity can lead to joint pain, hinder self-grooming and make it harder to use the litter box, all resulting in fat cats being left at shelters by frustrated owners. Chubby kitties also are more prone to osteoarthritis, Type 2 diabetes mellitus, respiratory problems and non-allergic skin conditions. “Potential health problems make overweight cats harder to adopt,” says Deanna Schmidt, with the Pennsylvania Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, in Pittsburgh. “On Fat Cat Tuesdays, we waive the adoption fee for cats 14 pounds and over. We counsel adoptive families and follow up so that ongoing healthy eating and exercise continues to melt away the pounds.” Experts advise that a house cat should maintain the sleek, fluid motion of a jungle cat. Viewed from above, healthy cats have a distinct waistline, an inward curve between the rib cage and hips. Pick it up and step on the scale. The pet’s weight should comprise between six to 10 pounds of the total.

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“The first time I saw healthy cats, I thought they looked small because I’d become used to seeing fat cats,” recalls Traci Pichette, founder of Pumeli tea and gift boxes, in St. Petersburg, Florida. She’s not alone in her assessment.

Suggested Solutions

While free-feeding dry food is easier for owners and allows a cat to snack at will, some take advantage and overeat, often from boredom. To help the transition from always-available dry food to mealtime wet food, use kibble as a special treat. Food puzzles, widely available online or in pet supply stores, will keep Kitty busy during the day. Homemade feeding puzzles work, too; put a small amount of kibble in a cardboard tube or small box, tape the end shut and randomly cut small holes in the sides. Kitty will have to roll the tube or fit a paw inside to retrieve a treat. “Free-feeding dry food is comparable to a constant supply of Fritos on our desk,” says Jackson Galaxy, author of Cat Daddy. “As far as the myth that dry food cleans teeth, I ask, do you floss with Melba toast? Dry food leaves plaque. A grain-free, wet food adds needed mois-

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ture and fat to their diet. A cat’s teeth are designed to rip and tear, not crunch.” “Changing my cat’s food to an all-wet diet slimmed her down to a healthy weight. I hated the smell, but it made sense to me that dry food was just carbs,” says Pichette. “At first, she whined at not having food all the time, but got used to it, and now she can eat treats in moderation. The cool thing is we’re all enjoying her increased energy and playfulness.” Cats are obligate carnivores, which means their natural diet comprises 90 percent meat and 10 percent vegetable matter. A roaming cat’s native routine is to search for food, hunt, catch and eat, groom and nap. Because each catch is small, they eat frequently. “There’s still an ancestor cat inside domesticated felines, a ‘raw’ cat that wants to hunt for its food,” explains Galaxy. “We need to play into that thinking and feed at intervals; ideally, every five hours or so, or at least in the morning, after work and about an hourand-a-half before bedtime.” While the family’s morning and evening schedules mean just a quick scoop of food in the bowl, the third meal should be an interactive one. “A battery-operated toy or waving a laser light around is not play,” says Galaxy. “Interactive play is not texting with one hand and wiggling the fishing pole toy with the other. You have to get up and move to let the cat search for the toy, watch and wait, then pounce. It engages the animal mentally and physically and brings the raw cat to the surface. When you reach the point of diminishing returns, the pet is tired and it’s time for a meal.” His foundation improves lives of shelter animals, teaching staff to clicker train, entertain and exercise their cats to make them more adoptable. After an active day, the cat will be ready for bed, syncing its rhythm with the rest of the household. “A full play session satisfies natural instincts and prevents the cat from hunting your ankles as you sleep,” advises Galaxy. “It’s not a luxury to have a variety of toys; it’s a necessity for having a quality relationship with a healthy cat.” Connect with freelance writer Sandra Murphy at StLouisFreelanceWriter@ mindspring.com.

Local Stores’ Top Toys

e asked two local pet stores to share cat toys that could help keep your cat from packing on the pounds or to help them shed a few.

Nature’s Pet Marketplace Nature’s Pet Marketplace in Hamburg likes the Savvy Tabby line of interactive cat toys. Top choices include the Wild Time Chirping Teaser Cat Toy, which features wild animal patterns and chirping sounds when batted; the Wild Time Sisal Sticks Cat Toy, a hanging toy infused with catnip that keeps cats moving without ruining furniture; and the Playtime Teasers, unique wand pole toys infused with honeysuckle as a sweet alternative to catnip. Location: 5999 South Park Ave., Hamburg. For more information, call 716-646-9663.

Sunny’s Natural Pet Market Sunny’s Natural Pet Market in Tonawanda recommends the Cat Dancer products carried at the store. Specifically, the Cat Dancer and Cat Charmer toys are a way for pet parents to get involved in getting their cat moving. Plus, the toys are affordable and made right here in the USA. Location: 363 Delaware St., Tonawanda. For more information, call 716-694-0820 or visit SunnysNatural.com.

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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 1 National Qigong Day Celebration – 9-10:30am. Come to Glen Falls Park and celebrate this special day. Rain location: New World Gifts, 5655 Main St. Free gift from National Qigong Association. Free. 237 Glen Ave, Williamsville. Info: Susi Rosinski: 716-803-0113. Breema Weekend Workshop – Oct. 1-2. 9:30amnoon & 2-5pm, Sat; 10am-1pm, Sun. Breema presents a dynamic approach to touch that offers new possibilities for relating to others and to the world more harmoniously and essentially. Workshop: self-care, Breena bodywork, and Nine Principles of Harmony. $125/both, $80/Sat. Rising Sun Yoga, 5225 Sheridan Dr, Buffalo. RSVP: 510-428-0937 or Center@Breema.com. Breema.com. REFRESH Walk – 10am. A quiet reflective walk. Meet at Casino Meeting Room Chestnut Ridge Park, 6121 Chestnut Ridge Rd, Orchard Park. HealthyCommunityNetwork.com. Lecture Series – 10:30am-noon. With Psychic Carol Ann Liaros. Topic: Auras, Halos, Bio-Plasmic Fields. $6. My Garden of Healing, 5860 Main St, Olcott. CarolAnnLiaros.com.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 2 REFRESH Walk – 10:30am. A quiet reflective walk. Meet at Hoyt Lake in Delaware Park, Buffalo. HealthyCommunityNetwork.com.

MONDAY, OCTOBER 3 The Truth about Cholesterol – 6:15-7:15pm. A presentation by Holistic Nutritionist, Debi Bryk about the role cholesterol plays on the body. Free. Inner Balance Chiropractic, 2800 Sweet Home Rd, Ste 1, Amherst. RSVP: 716-210-1060. InnerBalanceChiro.com. Relationship Coaching – 6:30-8pm. With Shawn Marie Cichowski, certified life/soul coach and Muni Visco, certified life/divorce coach. Learn how to improve your relations, set personal boundaries and let go when need be. $30. WNY Life Coaching Center, 5500 Main St, Williamsville. 716-560-6552. WNYLifeCoaching.com.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 4 Audubon Library Holistic Lecture Series – 7pm. Workshop with Paula D’Amico on herbal recipes to help before, during and after catching the cold or flu with meditation. Free. Audubon Library, 350 John James Audubon Pkwy, Amherst. Preregister: 716-689-4922.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 6 The Alchemy of Contemplative Living; A Mala Immersion Course – 6-8pm. This eight-week course will offer practices, reflective questions and tools on how to infuse your life with contemplation. Learn a Yoga sequence and the basics of a mindful practice. $200. Healing Waters, 542 Quaker Rd, East Aurora. 716-655-3924. CenterAtHealingWaters.com.

Ayurveda in the Kitchen: Expanding Yoga Practice Into “Life” Practice – 1-4pm. A brief review of Ayurvedic constitution, doshas and how to assess food for balance using the concept of the six tastes with Sarah Guglielmi. Includes a chai tea demonstration and tasting. Dairy alternative and recipes will be provided. $45. 3 CEUs with Yoga Alliance. Himalayan Institute, 841 Delaware Ave, Buffalo. 716-883-2223. HIBuffalo.org. Yoga and Meditation for Anxiety and Depression – 1-4pm. Ann Loretan and Jonathan Treible, PhD give instructions in specific yoga postures, breathing and meditation techniques to help you become confident in your ability to establish calm when you feel anxious and upset. Take-home materials support an ongoing body-mind practice. $30. Himalayan Institute, 841 Delaware Ave, Buffalo. 716-883-2223. HIBuffalo.org.

Spiritual Study and Practice Group for Women – 7-8:30pm. Continue a year-long study of Meditation for the Love of It, Enjoying Your Own Deepest Experience, by Sally Kempton. Kempton shares practical secrets to help turn meditation into an unconditional embrace of the fullness of our experience on and off the meditation cushion. Discuss Chapter 11. $5. Himalayan Institute, 841 Delaware Ave, Buffalo. 716-883-2223. HIBuffalo.org.

Journey Towards Backbends – 3-4:30pm. With the support of the Great Yoga Wall, learn how to do some basic backbends that can help to alleviate some of your physical pain. Join us and reap the benefits from opening your heart more and starting a journey into a deeper understanding of yourself. $25. OWM Yoga downtown, 235 S Elmwood Ave, Ste 120, Buffalo. 716-626-6301.

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Fearlessness, Freedom and Loving Life – 7-8:45pm. A four-week class thru Oct 27. The Secret of the Yoga Sutra: Samadhi, by Pada, Pandit Rajmani Tigunait details a system of yoga practice to awaken the unshakable courage, joy and inspiration to face the challenges of the world today and enjoy life in the present. Each class includes 30-minutes of discussion followed by practice. $60. Himalayan Institute, 841 Delaware Ave, Buffalo. 716-8832223. HIBuffalo.org.

Serenity Now Meditation – 7-8pm. Betty Everett, meditator and healer with more than 20 years of experience, shares a relaxing evening creating a calm and peaceful experience leading the group through a series of breathing and relaxation exercises culminating in a guided meditation. $10. Complete Wellness Arts & Science Center, 1515 Kensington Ave, Buffalo. CompleteWellnessCenterWNY.com. New students, RSVP: 716-633-5977 or B.Everett@ verizon.net.

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First Fridays at the Gallery – 10am-10pm. On the first Friday of every month admission to part of the museum and select events are free to everyone. Art classes and certain tours are available to the public for a fee. Free. Albright-Knox Art Gallery, 1285 Elmwood Ave, Buffalo. 716-882-8700. AlbrightKnox.org. The 13th Annual World On Your Plate Food and Sustainable Living Conference – Oct. 7-8. 5pm, Fri; 5pm, Sat. An eventful weekend surrounding the many food related issues from soil quality to food’s impact on individual bodies and the earth. Many workshops, vendors, informational tables and entertainment. $10/preregistered, $15/door, Fri; $30/preregistered, $35/door, Fri & Sat or Sat only. Wick Student Center, Daemen College, 4380 Main St, Amherst.WorldOnYourPlate.org.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 8 Go Fly A Kite Festival – Noon-3pm. 1st annual festival sponsored by the Chestnut Ridge Conservancy in cooperation with the Erie County Department of Parks, Recreation and Forestry. Bring your own kite or purchase one from the Conservancy. Prizes in several categories. Free. Chestnut Ridge Park Casino, 6121 Chestnut Ridge Rd, Orchard Park. 716-245-1634. ChestnutRidgeConservancy.org.

Holistic Chamber of Commerce Monthly Meeting – 6:30pm. $10/members, $20/nonmembers. Ashker’s Juice Bar and Café, 1002 Elmwood Ave, Buffalo. BuffaloDT@HolisticChamber OfCommerce.com. Audubon Library Holistic Lecture Series – 7pm. Past Life Exploration with Rev Clay Dinger is about exploring the mysteries of the inner self, the subconscious mind, where the soul’s history is recorded. The lessons that you have learned and how you have learned those lessons provides vital information for your inner growth and your soul’s maturity. Come “explore” the possibilities that you may have lived as someone else in a “past life”. Free. Audubon Library, 350 John James Audubon Pkwy, Amherst. Preregister: 716-689-4922.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 12 Lead: It’s More Than Just Paint Chips – 11am2pm. Learn how to spot lead and other health and safety hazards in your home. Find out what you can do to keep your home safe. Free. Central Library, 1 Lafayette Sq, 1st Flr, Ring of Knowledge, Buffalo. 716-858-8900. BuffaloLib.org. International Lecture Series of the Bruno Gröning Circle of Friends – 7-8pm. “Healing on the Spiritual Path – Medically Verifiable.” A physician of

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ter, 1515 Kensington Ave, Buffalo. CompleteWellnessWNY.com. Contact Terri: 716-253-6548, Ext 200 or SacredBodyworks611@gmail.com. Third Wednesday Poetry Reading Series – 7:3010pm. Featured readers and open reading slots. $2. The Screening Room, Northtown Plaza Business Center, 3131 Sheridan Dr, Amherst. 716-837-0376. ScreeningRoom.net/page13.html.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 13 Fearlessness, Freedom and Loving Life – 7-8:45pm. See Oct 6 listing. Himalayan Institute, 841 Delaware Ave, Buffalo. 716-883-2223. HIBuffalo.org.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 20 Fearlessness, Freedom and Loving Life – 7-8:45pm. See Oct 6 listing. Himalayan Institute, 841 Delaware Ave, Buffalo. 716-883-2223. HIBuffalo.org.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 14 M & T Second Fridays – 10am-8pm. Every second Friday, the Burchfield Penney hosts special events, happy hours, programs, concerts and screenings. Free. Burchfield Penney Art Center, 1300 Elmwood Ave, Buffalo. 716-878-6011. BurchfieldPenney.org. Birth Preparation and Prenatal Yoga – 5-6:15pm. An eight-week course designed to prepare expecting mothers for childbirth through practicing asanas, breathing, chanting, relaxation, visualization and emphasizing pelvic floor work. $100. Healing Waters, 542 Quaker Rd, East Aurora. 716-655-3924. CenterAtHealingWaters.com. A Call To Heal: Releasing the Past – Oct 1416. 7pm, Fri thru noon, Sun. The first weekend workshop in a five-part series for an initiation into the living heart and ancestral soul of the Pachakuti Mesa tradition is intended to awaken in every participant who completes the program a remembrance of their incarnational purpose as luminous strands of the Great Web of Life in service to the Seven Generations. $320. Complete Wellness Arts & Science Center, 1515 Kensington Ave, Buffalo. CompleteWellnessWNY.com. Contact Barbara Hallnan (Crystal Bridge Healing): 716-912-2391. EnergyHeals1@gmail.com. HeartOfTheHealer.org.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15 Life or Executive Coach Practitioner Course – Oct 15-16. 9am-6pm. Two-day practitioner course led by Samantha Black, a master coach with the Certified Coaches Federation. For those starting a new career or seeking to enhance their existing profession by becoming certified as a life or executive coach working from home with local and global clients. $979. Natural Awakenings readers save $100. Grounded Roots Wellness Inc, 4424 Montrose Rd, Niagara Falls, Ontario. For information or to register: 905-358-3048 or 866-455-2155. Sam@GroundedRootsWellness.ca. or Samantha@ HealthyWealthyandWise.com. CertifiedCoachesFederation.com. Yoga and Hiking – 9:30am. Hike through the beautiful gorge trails, then stretch and flow through an hour long nature inspired yoga class. Healthy, energy filled snacks are included. $20. Artpark, S 8th St, Lewiston. Preregistration required: OneYogaWay.com. Yoga Nidra and Meditation Workshop – Oct 1516. 12:30-4pm. Two-day interactive learning the art of healing through Yoga Nidra meditation. Come meditate, restore and explore the subconscious mind. $100. Joy Wheel Yoga, 411 Main St, East Aurora. Preregistration required: JoyWheelYoga.com.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 16 Meet the Doulas Fall Festival – 1-5pm. Food, drinks, activities, demonstrations and presentations.

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MONDAY, OCTOBER 17 Open Life Coaching – 10am. Open coaching after discussion on setting personal goals. No appointment needed. Come and meet our coaches and learn about life coaching. $15 donation. WNY Life Coaching Center, 5500 Main St, Williamsville. 716560-6552. WNYLifeCoaching.com. Momma and Me Pilates – 10-11:15am. Thru Nov 2. Six consecutive Monday classes offers time to connect with your little one while re-building core strength and letting go of tension in a supportive group setting. $72. Joy Wheel Yoga and Wellness, 411 Main St, East Aurora. Preregistration required: JoyWheelYoga.com. Spinal Rejuvenation I – 6:30-8pm. Join for a 90-minute workshop exploring spinal rejuvenation sequences on the Great Yoga Wall. This series of poses was developed to decompress the spinal cord and create ideal postural alignment. Led by Yoga Wall certified instructor Jessica Vargas. $25, $30/ door. OWM Yoga downtown, 235 S Elmwood Ave, Ste 120, Buffalo. 716-626-6301.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 18 Fundamentals of Skin Care Event – 6pm. With Skin by Amber. Ask questions and learn about daily regimen. $10. Village, 140 Elmwood Ave, Buffalo. Preregister: 716-560-0684. Audubon Library Holistic Lecture Series – 7pm. Introduction to Iridology with Annette DiStefano. Learn to identify inherent strengths, weaknesses, the effects of stress and diet on the body and more. Free. Audubon Library, 350 John James Audubon Pkwy, Amherst. Preregister: 716-689-4922. Mindful Meditation, Breathwork and Optional Reiki Fusion – 7-8pm. Certified meditation/life coach and reiki master, Shawn Marie Cichowski will guide attendees through an hour of mindful breathwork, visual meditation and optional reiki. $15. WNY Life Coaching Center, 5500 Main St, Williamsville. RSVP required: 716-560-6552 or WNYLifeCoaching@gmail.com. WNYLifeCoaching.com.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 19 The Law of Attraction in Action – 6:30-8pm. A monthly meeting on Terri Songbird’s interpretation of the work of Abraham. She has been studying the works of Jerry and Esther Hicks for more than 20 years. $20. Complete Wellness Arts & Science Cen-

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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 21 M & T Third Fridays – 10am-5pm. Every third Friday, free docent lead tours and kid activities. Free. Buffalo History Museum, One Museum Ct, Buffalo. 716-873-9644. BuffaloHistory.org. Yoga and Nutrition for Stress Relief – 6:30pm. Learn to listen to your body and its messages and how to respond with proactive tools. A guided yoga practice focused on how to distinguish between signs of stress and relaxation. Also, learn how food choices can impact the stress response in the body affecting cravings, mood and weight. $25. Embody Health and Wellness, 145 N 4th St, Lewiston. OneWayYoga.com.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 22 Spinal Rejuvenation I – 1-2:30pm. Join for a 90-minute workshop exploring spinal rejuvenation sequences on the Great Yoga Wall. This series of poses was developed to decompress the spinal cord and create ideal postural alignment. Led by Yoga Wall certified instructor Jessica Vargas. $25, $30/ door. OWM Yoga downtown, 235 S Elmwood Ave, Ste 120, Buffalo. 716-626-6301. Introduction to Sanskrit – 1-3:30pm. This introduction with Tracy Draksic will thoroughly cover the alphabet and pronunciation with time for discussion, practice and questions. No prior experience needed. $40. 2.5 CEUs with Yoga Alliance. Himalayan Institute, 841 Delaware Ave, Buffalo. 716-883-2223. HIBuffalo.org. Introduction to the Great Yoga Wall – 3-4:30pm. The Great Yoga Wall is a system of adjustable suspension belts based on the work of BKS Iyengar. The Wall supports, lifts and braces the spine and joints, allowing for correct alignment and safe, deep exploration of each pose. Focus on Wall basics, standing and supine postures. Beginners and experienced. $25. OWM Yoga downtown, 235 S Elmwood Ave, Ste 120, Buffalo. 716-626-6301.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 23 Yoga and Acupuncture Group Session – 2-3:30pm. Certified Acupuncturist Destin Radder and Udumbara Yoga’s Christine Fowle share an afternoon of opening, relaxation and release. $25. Udumbara Yoga, 400 Plain St, Lewiston. UdumbaraYoga.com.

MONDAY, OCTOBER 24 Introduction to Yoga – 6:30-7:45pm. A six-week course covering the foundation of classical Hatha Yoga postures, breathing techniques (Pranayama) and relaxation methods for complete beginners. $95 or use BCBS Wellness Benefit. Healing Wa-

ters, 542 Quaker Rd, East Aurora. 716-655-3924. CenterAtHealingWaters.com. The Highly Sensitive Person: How You Can Thrive Through Contemplative Practice – 7-8pm. Lecture with Felicitas Kusch-Lango. Space is limited. Free. Healing Waters, 542 Quaker Rd, East Aurora. 716-655-3924. Register: CenterAt HealingWaters.com. Serenity Now Meditation –7-8pm. Betty Everett, meditator and healer with more than 20 years of experience, will lead the group through a series of breathing and relaxation exercises culminating in a guided meditation often incorporating Buddhist concepts. $10. Complete Wellness Arts & Science Center, 1515 Kensington Ave, Buffalo. CompleteWellnessWNY.com. New students, RSVP: 716-633-5977 or B.Everett@verizon.net.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 25 Audubon Library Holistic Lecture Series – 7pm. Session with Kiva Wyandotte in learning the enneagram, a Sufi system of personal development originally handed down through the oral tradition. Free. Audubon Library, 350 John James Audubon Pkwy, Amherst. Preregister: 716-689-4922.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 26 Circleformance – 7-9pm. Hosted by Lynn Ciesielski every 4th Wed. Poetry and music series with open slots to read poetry. $4. El Buen Amigo, 114 Elmwood Ave, Buffalo. 716-885-6343.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 27 Fearlessness, Freedom and Loving Life – 7-8:45pm. See Oct 6 listing. Himalayan Institute,

841 Delaware Ave, Buffalo. 716-883-2223. HIBuffalo.org.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 29 Stress Management 101 – 8:30am-noon. Taught by Suzanne Bracci, MS, LMHC, CAS, Certified Stress Management Coach. Gain a greater awareness of your triggers and vulnerabilities to stress, what your typical responses are and what your stress management priorities are. Discover the key factors driving stress responses and learn practical and effective strategies. $75. Complete Wellness Arts & Science Center, 1515 Kensington Ave, Buffalo. RSVP: StressLessForaBetterLife.com. CompleteWellnessWNY.com. Yogathon Beneﬁt for Buﬀalo Prenatal – Perinatal Network – 1-3pm. Three yoga classes, ranging from gentle to intermediate, held simultaneously. 90-minute classes will take place from 1-2:30 pm with a tea reception to follow. $20, pay in advance:

HIBuffalo.org or BPPN.org. Himalayan Institute, 841 Delaware Ave, Buffalo. 716-883-2223. Contact Denise Herkey-Jarosch: 716-253-7066 or dhj@BPPN.org. Sacred Season of Samhain – noon-8:30pm. Special event to honor Mother Earth with reverence, give thanks for this year’s bounty, welcome and prepare for the change of season, release the old, ask for blessings, and learn new ways. Bonfire at 7pm, weather permitting. Admission by donation. My Garden of Healing. 5680 Main St, Olcott. MyGardenOfHealing.weebly.com.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 30 Audubon Library Holistic Lecture Series – 1pm. Session with Kiva Wyandotte in learning the enneagram, a Sufi system of personal development originally handed down through the oral tradition. Free. Audubon Library, 350 John James Audubon Pkwy, Amherst. Preregister: 716-689-4922.

Become a Certified Life Coach or Executive Coach The #1 Life Coach Certification program with over 11,000 graduates worldwide. Learn the language, structure and foundations of coaching in this Intensive 2-day Coach Certification. Begin coaching right away with proven techniques and successful strategies. Register Today: 866.455.2155 or 905.358.3048 October 15th & 16th, 2016 Grounded Roots Wellness, Inc. 4424 Montrose Road, Niagara Falls, Ontario

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Rejuvenating Wall Vinyasa – 6-7pm. Intermediate practitioners and beginners who are familiar with the basic postures in vinyasa flow style while use the Great Yoga Wall. Drop-in or preregister. $18. OWM Yoga downtown, 235 S Elmwood Ave, Ste 120, Buffalo. 716-626-6301.

Outdoor Community Yoga Class – 9:30am. A slow flow class suited for all levels. Donations support a different great local animal welfare organization. Donation of your choice. Grandpaws Pet Emporium, 402 Center St, Lewiston. OneYogaWNY.com. South Buﬀalo Farmers’ Market – 10am-2pm. Cazenovia Park, Buffalo. 716-851-5158.

Trek Tiﬀt – 2-3:30pm. A guided tour of the Preserve on accessible trails. $2 donation/person. Tifft Nature Preserve, 1200 Fuhrmann Blvd, Buffalo. 716-8256397. Tifft.org. GoBike Community Class – 6-8pm. Classes rotate between four topics. Class limited to 10 people. $10 donation. GoBike Buffalo, 98 Colvin Ave, Buffalo. RSVP two days prior: Stacy@GoBikeBuffalo.org. GoBikeBuffalo.org. Trinity @ 7pm – A spiritual service sans religion. In a beautiful setting, listen to live piano jazz and readings, then meditate silently. Free. Chapel of Trinity Church, 371 Delaware Ave, Buffalo. 716852-8314.TrinityBuffalo.org

monday Clinton-Bailey Farmers’ Market – 7am-6pm. 1517 Clinton St, Buffalo. 716-822-2466. ClintonBaileyFarmersMarket.com. Niagara Falls City Market – 9am-5pm. 18th & Pine Ave, Niagara Falls. 716-946-7473. Lockport Farmers’ Market – Thru Nov. 9am-9pm. Walnut at Cottage St, Lockport. 716-439-6676. Slow Roll Buﬀalo – Thru Oct. 6:30pm. Meet at

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MAP Mobile Market – Thru Oct. 4-6pm. A farmers’ market on wheels. MAP Farm Stand, 389 Massachusetts Ave, Buffalo. 716-882-5327. Mass-Ave.org. Food Truck Tuesdays – Thru Oct 4. 5-8pm. Dozens of food trucks, most with a healthy options menu item, come together to celebrate a night of food, music and fun. Free. Larkin Square, 745 Seneca St, Buffalo. LarkinSquare.com.

Lancaster Farmers’ Market – Thru Oct. 9am2pm. 4913 Transit Rd, Depew. LancasterVillage Market.com.

Tours of the Schoolhouse #8 History Center & Museum – Thru Oct 15. 1-4pm. This museum is housed in a restored 1857 one-room schoolhouse. A visit is like “taking a step back in time”. Free. 2101 School St, N Collins. 716-337-3341. SchoolHouse8.info.

counteract a stress response and bring your body and mind into balance through meditation. $10. OWM Yoga downtown, 235 S Elmwood Ave, Ste 120, Buffalo. 716-626-6301.

wednesday 5:30pm; ride at 6:30pm. Free. Check website for different location each week. SlowRollBuffalo.org. Midday Yoga Break – Noon-12:45pm. All levels of students, this class offers stillness, subtle flow and strength. Great for shifting any stagnant energy and providing a more calm and productive day. $15. Drop-in or preregister. OWM Yoga downtown, 235 S Elmwood Ave, Ste 120, Buffalo. 716-626-6301.

tuesday Complimentary Beauty Consultation – Call to set up a 30-minute appointment for a customized blend foundation and information on Nutriceutical Line. Green Spa, 5526 Main St, Williamsville. RSVP: 716-635-6482. North Tonawanda Farmers’ Market – 7am-1pm. Payne Ave at Robinson St, N Tonawanda. 716830-6025. Clinton-Bailey Farmers’ Market – 7am-6pm. 1517 Clinton St, Buffalo. 716-822-2466. ClintonBaileyFarmersMarket.com. Lockport Farmers’ Market – Thru Nov. 9am-9pm. Walnut at Cottage St, Lockport. 716-439-6676.

East Aurora Farmers’ Market – Thru Nov 23. 7am-1pm. Tops Plaza, Grey St, E Aurora. 716771-9590. Clinton-Bailey Farmers’ Market – 7am-6pm. 1517 Clinton St, Buffalo. 716-822-2466. ClintonBaileyFarmersMarket.com. Blasdell Farmers’ Market – Thru Oct. 9am-2pm. The Shoppes at Lake Ave Plaza, 4271 Lake Ave, Blasdell. 716-649-7917. Hamburg-Chamber.org. Niagara Falls City Market – 9am-5pm. 18th & Pine Ave, Niagara Falls. 716-946-7473. Lockport Farmers’ Market – Thru Nov. 9am-9pm. Walnut at Cottage St, Lockport. 716-439-6676. MAP Mobile Market – Thru Oct. 11am-6pm. A farmers’ market on wheels. Gerard Place, 2515 Bailey Ave, Buffalo. 716-882-5327. Mass-Ave.org. Midday Yoga Wall Break – Noon-12:45pm. All levels of students, this class offers stillness, subtle flow and strength while utilizing the Great Wall. Great for shifting any stagnant energy and providing a more calm and productive day. $15. Drop-in or preregister. OWM Yoga downtown, 235 S Elmwood Ave, Ste 120, Buffalo. 716-626-6301.

Downtown Country Market – Thru Nov. 10am2:30pm. Main St, between Court St and Church St, Buffalo. BuffaloPlace.com.

Walking On Wednesdays (WOW) – Noon12:45pm. Visit Buffalo Niagara Visitor Center, 403 Main St, Ste 630, Buffalo. HealthyCommunity Network.com.

Meditation for Stress Reduction – Noon-12:30pm. Activate your body’s natural relaxation response to

Wheatﬁeld Farmers’ Market – Thru Oct. 3-7pm. 2800 Church Rd, Wheatfield. 716-694-6441.

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Massachusetts Avenue Project Mobile Market – Thru Oct. 4-6pm. 1st Wed. A farmers’ market on wheels. West Side Community Services, 161 Vermont St, Buffalo. 716-882-5327. Mass-Ave.org.

welcome. $10/class or $32/4 classes. Complete Wellness Arts & Science Center, Contact John 716-352-3723. 1515 Kensington Ave, Buffalo. CompleteWellnessWNY.com.

1pm. Island Park, Main St, Williamsville. 716-9846572. WilliamsvilleFarmersMarket.com.

Lancaster Farmers’ Market – Thru Oct. 4-7pm. 4913 Transit Rd, Depew. LancasterVillage Market.com.

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Clinton-Bailey Farmers’ Market – 7am-6pm. 1517 Clinton St, Buffalo. 716-822-2466. ClintonBaileyFarmersMarket.com.

Great Yoga Wall Flow Saturday– 9:30-10:30am. Explore and feel the benefits of the Great Yoga Wall to learn how to mindfully improve flexibility and strength throughout your entire body. Drop-in or preregister. $18. OWM Yoga downtown, 235 S Elmwood Ave, Ste 120, Buffalo. 716-626-6301.

Complimentary Beauty Consultation - Call to set up a 30-minute appointment for a customized blend foundation and information on Nutriceutical Line. Green Spa, 5526 Main St, Williamsville. RSVP: 716-635-6482. Morning Meditation for Stress Reduction – 7-7:30am. Activate your body’s natural relaxation response to counteract a stress response and bring your body and mind into balance through meditation. $10. OWM Yoga downtown, 235 S Elmwood Ave, Ste 120, Buffalo. 716-626-6301. North Tonawanda Farmers’ Market – 7am-1pm. Payne Ave at Robinson St, N Tonawanda. 716830-6025. Clinton-Bailey Farmers’ Market – 7am-6pm. 1517 Clinton St, Buffalo. 716-822-2466. ClintonBaileyFarmersMarket.com. Lockport Farmers’ Market – Thru Nov. 9am-9pm. Walnut at Cottage St, Lockport. 716-439-6676. Wellness Walk – 10am-noon. Enjoy the fresh air and the sights and sounds of the season with a healthy, guided outdoor walk on our trails. $2 donation/person. Tifft Nature Preserve, 1200 Fuhrmann Blvd, Buffalo. 716-825-6397. Tifft.org. Downtown Country Market – 10am-2:30pm. Main St, between Court St & Church St, Buffalo. BuffaloPlace.com. Massachusetts Avenue Project Mobile Market – Thru Oct. 11am-1pm. A farmers’ market on wheels. Moot Community Center, 292 High St, Buffalo. 716-882-5327. Mass-Ave.org. Mobile Produce Market – 11am-2pm. Veggie van located at Friendship House Site on Ridge Road. 1st Ward, Lackawanna. Pendleton Farmers’ Market – Thru Oct. 3pmdusk. 6570 Campbell Blvd, Pendleton. PendletonNy. us/Farmers-Market. MAP Mobile Market – Thru Oct. 4-6pm. A farmers’ market on wheels. Elim Christian Fellowship, 70 Chalmers Ave, Buffalo. 716-882-5327. Mass-Ave.org. West Seneca Farmers’ Market – 4-7:30pm. West Seneca Town Park, Union Rd, W Seneca. Community Flow Yoga – 4:45-6:45pm. For beginners-to-advanced. The goal is to reestablish the flow of energy and the physical processes of the body to their proper balance, allowing the body to cleanse and refresh itself. $18. OWM Yoga downtown, 235 S Elmwood Ave, Ste 120, Buffalo. 716-626-6301. Drop-in Yoga Class – 5:30-6:30pm. Beginner level. $10. Himalayan Institute, 841 Delaware Ave, Buffalo. 716-883-2223. HIBuffalo.org.

Niagara Falls City Market – 9am-5pm. 18th & Pine Ave, Niagara Falls. 716-946-7473. Lockport Farmers’ Market – Thru Nov. 9am-9pm. Walnut at Cottage St, Lockport. 716-439-6676. Yoga, An Exploration of Kundalini Kriya Mudras and Mantras – 9:45-11am. Energetic techniques to create greater connectivity and balance. Everyone welcome. Clarence Hollow Wellness Center, 10946 Main St, Clarence. 716-310-3858. RichardJasonBruke.com. MAP Mobile Market – Thru Oct. 11am-1pm. A farmers’ market on wheels. The Salvation Army, 960 Main St, Buffalo. 716-882-5327. Mass-Ave.org. Mobile Produce Market – 11am-2pm. Veggie van located at St John AME Church, 917 Garden Ave, Niagara Falls. Midday Yoga Break – Noon-12:45pm. All levels of students, this class offers stillness, subtle flow and strength. Great for shifting any stagnant energy and providing a more calm and productive day. $15. Drop-in or preregister. OWM Yoga downtown, 235 S Elmwood Ave, Ste 120, Buffalo. 716-626-6301. Allentown Farmers’ Market – Thru Oct. 4-7pm. 440 S Elmwood Ave, Buffalo. 716-881-1024. Allentown.org.

saturday East Aurora Farmers’ Market – Thru Nov 23. 7am-1pm. Tops Plaza, Grey St, E Aurora. 716771-9590. North Tonawanda Farmers’ Market – 7am-1pm. Payne Ave at Robinson St, N Tonawanda. 716830-6025.

Lockport Farmers’ Market – Thru Nov. 9am-9pm. Walnut at Cottage St, Lockport. 716-439-6676.

Drop-in Yoga Class – 9:30-11am. Intermediate level. $12. Himalayan Institute, 841 Delaware Ave, Buffalo. 716-883-2223. HIBuffalo.org.

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Clinton-Bailey Farmers’ Market – 7am-6pm. 1517 Clinton St, Buffalo. 716-822-2466. ClintonBaileyFarmersMarket.com. Hamburg Farmers’ Market – Thru Oct. 7:30am1pm. Village Municipal parking lot, Hamburg. 716-649-7917. HamburgChamber.org. Kenmore Farmers’ Market – Thru Oct. 8am12:30pm. 2919 Delaware Ave, Kenmore. 716-8741784. KenmoreFarmersMarket.com. Clarence Hollow Farmers’ Market – Thru Oct 22. 8am-1pm. 10717 Main St, Clarence. ClarenceFarmersMarket.com. Elmwood Village Farmers’ Market – Thru Oct. 8am-1pm. Elmwood Ave & Bidwell Pkwy, Buffalo. 716-881-0707. ElmwoodMarket.org. Lancaster Farmers’ Market – 8am-1pm. 4913 Transit Rd, Depew. LancasterVillageMarket.com.

Yin Yoga – 5:30-6:45pm. Gentle long-hold poses done from the floor; wonderful for beginners. $12. Udumbara Yoga, 400 Plain St, Lewiston. UdumbaraYoga.com.

University Community Farmers’ Market – Thru Oct 15. 8am-1pm. University at Buffalo South Campus, Main St near Kenmore Ave, Buffalo. 716828-6145. OurHeights.com.

Qigong – 7-8pm. With John Davis. Drop-ins

Williamsville Farmers’ Market – Thru Oct. 8am-

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CHIROPRACTIC

ACUPUNCTURE SHENDAO ACUPUNCTURE B.Schamberger, LAc 334 Bryant St, Buffalo 716-883-3166

INNER BALANCE CHIROPRACTIC Dr. Alison Bramer Cummings 2800 Sweet Home Rd, Ste 1, Amherst 716-210-1060 • InnerBalanceChiro.com

Gentle adjustments; no cracking, snapping or bending. Treating neck, back, shoulder pain, headaches, scoliosis, migraines, vertigo, digestive issues, behavior issues, sports injuries, carpal tunnel, TMJ and more. See ad, page 12.

Now offering a special, anti-stress treatment which rebalances energy; resulting in a calmer mind, healthier glow to facial skin and brightening of the eyes.

CHILDBIRTH CARE BUFFALO MIDWIFERY SERVICES Eileen Stewart, CNM 289 Summer St, Buffalo 716-885-2229 BuffaloMidwiferyServices.com

Buffalo Midwifery Services provides respectful, personalized care to pregnant woman who have a low-risk pregnancy. Options for giving birth—home, birthing center and hospital—are available. See ad, page 11.

DENTISTRY AESTHETIC ASSOCIATES CENTRE Dr. Todd Shatkin 2500 Kensington Ave, Ste A, Amherst 716-839-1700 • GR8Look.com ShatkinDentalOffice@gmail.com

Offering complete restorative and cosmetic dental care for adults and children. Includes bonding, veneers, bleaching, crown and bridge, dental implantology (all stages), mini dental implants and general dental care. See ad, back cover.

THE BIRTHING CENTER OF BUFFALO Katharine Morrison, MD 2500 Main St, Buffalo 716-835-2510 BirthingCenterOfBuffalo.com

As a freestanding, licensed birth center, we offer comprehensive certified midwifery and OB care, giving you the freedom to create a meaningful, empowering, unmedicated birth experience. See ad, page 11.

CALMING NATURE DOULA

Shannon Johns Birth Doula/Childbirth Educator 716-909-0074 CalmingNatureDoula.com CalmingNatureDoula@gmail.com Calming Nature is the premier birth doula service currently serving Buffalo and the surrounding area. We provide continuous informational, physical, and emotional support to expecting parents during pregnancy and childbirth. Check out our website for details about the upcoming “Meet The Doulas Fall Festival” at the Parkside Lodge on October 16th from 1-5pm.

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FUSION WELLNESS CENTER BODY ESSENTIAL HOLISTIC WELLNESS CENTER

5225 Sheridan Dr, Georgetown Sq, Williamsville 716-626-4466 • TheBodyEssential.net W N Y ’s o n l y f u s i o n wellness center. An intuitive center for well-being. Providing the area’s best in therapeutic massage, reflexology, reiki, NSA chiropractic, acupuncture, meditative healing and so much more. Health, wellness and personal development programs and classes. See ad, page 24.

HEALING THERAPIES ANCIENT FAR EAST HEALING ARTS Susi Rosinski 3110 Eggert Rd, Tonawanda • 716-803-0113 AncientFarEastHealingArts.com

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Medical qigong healing sessions/ therapeutic tai chi, and meditation classes. Relief from pain, anxiety, depression. Speeds healing of injuries and surgery. Boosts immune system and more. See ad, page 19.

TOUCH OF LIFE

Janice Wilton Locations: Hamburg • East Aurora 716-238-6426 • TouchOfLife.net Offering integrated healing, energetic kinesiology, reiki, r e f l e x o l o g y, e s s e n t i a l o i l s including raindrop technique, emotional freedom technique and workshops. Mind/body health is the goal of Touch of Life where the focus is on the whole individual.

HOLISTIC CENTER HIMALAYAN INSTITUTE

841 Delaware Ave, Buffalo 716-883-2223 • HIBuffalo.org Buffalo’s Center for yoga, meditation and wellness. Yoga, meditation, Ayurveda, homeopathy, yoga teacher certification, CEUs for yoga instructors, bookstore and gift shop. Reconnect with your body, relax the mind and rejuvenate your spirit. See ad, page 25.

HOLISTIC STUDIO AND SALON DRAGONFLY STUDIO & SALON

8290 Main St, Williamsville 716-634-5950 • DragonflyStudioSalon.com A full service holistic spa and center for spiritual enlightenment. Organic vegan hair care, pedicures, massage, reiki, yoga, chakra balancing, homeopathy, meditation, readings, spiritual development classes and local artisan boutique. Where art and soul intertwine. See ad, page 19.

HOMEOPATHY HOMEOPATHIC HEALERS

Arup Bhattacharya, PhD, DHM, Hom(ON), RSHom (NA) 156 Ramsdell Ave, Buffalo 716-310-3789 Arup_2000@yahoo.com HomeopathicHealers.com Where healing is a way of life. Arup Bhattacharya, PhD, is a H o m e o p a t h e d u c a t o r, practitioner and a research faculty at Roswell Park Cancer Institute. Make an appointment or join one of the courses.

LIFE COACH WNY LIFE COACHING CENTER

Shawn Marie Cichowski, Owner, Certified Life/Energy Coach 5500 Main St, Ste 313, Williamsville 716-560-6552 • WNYLifeCoaching.com Life coaching devoted to helping others help themselves. Using traditional and nontraditional coaching techniques to empower and heal from the inside out. Offering life/energy coaching, dream building, energy work, mindful-ness and meditation, breathwork. See ad, page 19.

ORGANIC MATTRESS

MEDIA

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PLANTING SEEDS RADIO AND TV SHOW

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BUFFALO SPINE & SPORTS MEDICINE

Providing reliable information on holistic practices, healthy options, balanced living as a resource for the community. A weekly TV program (TWC Ch 20) on Tue at 4:30pm and Sat at 5:30pm (city of Buffalo); and Wed and Sat at 5:30pm (suburbs). Planting Seeds Radio 1520AM on Sat at 9:30am. Call Jill to be a guest on the show. See ad, page 17.

A new and exciting way to buy a mattress and dream better. Visit our local showroom to discover how you can improve the quality of your sleep and your health. See ad, page 29.

One of the largest and most established physical medicine and rehabilitation practices in Western New York. Non-surgical rehabilitation and therapy for acute injuries and chronic conditions. Holistic care focusing on patients’ functions. Take back your lifestyle! See ad, page 17.

Jill O’Hara, Owner and Host PlantingSeeds2016@gmail.com 716-425-2996 • PlantingSeeds.us

MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELING THERESA PAWLOWSKI, LCSW-R

3648 Seneca St, West Seneca, NY 14224 716-472-0829 SenecaSpringsWellness.com 20 years experience helping others live a more satisfying life. Specializing in anxiety disorders, depression, trauma, grief, managing moods and emotions, relationship issues and selfesteem. Private insurance accepted. See ad, page 34.

NUTRITION SMART NUTRITION BY FRANK

Frank Giardina, RDN, CDN 5500 Main St, Ste 344, Williamsville 716-220-2342 Frank@SmartNutritionByFrank.com SmartNutritionByFrank.com Offering no nonsense, sciencebased medical nutrition support for patients looking to achieve better control of blood glucose, lipid levels, blood pressure as well as improved body composition and athletic performance. Covered by most insurance. We make house calls too! See ad, page 17.

ORGANIC FARM PRODUCTS ALPINE MADE LLC

Kerry Beiter, Owner 5363 East Creek Rd, S Wales 716-430-9928 • AlpineMade.com Our certified organic goat farm is located in WNY and centered on pasture raising a small herd of Alpine goats using sustainable and organic farming practices. We craft the finest skincare products with our raw organic goat milk. Visit our website or like us on Facebook for additional information.

Randy Pegan, Owner 3835 McKinley Pkwy, Blasdell 716-248-2052 • BuildABedus.com

100 College Pkwy, Ste 100, Williamsville 200 Sterling Dr, Ste 200, Orchard Park 716-626-0093 • BuffSpine.com

ORGANIC SPA GREEN SPA VILLAGE HOLISTICS

PILATES

Joei Marie Lucey, RN, Green Spa Owner 5526 Main St, Williamsville 716-635-6482 • GreenSpaHolistics.com

STRETCH PILATES

Organic holistic spa focusing on health and wellness. Pamper your body, mind and spirit. Spa services include massage, facials, body treatments, energy balancing, reflexology, hypnosis, aromatherapeutic touch, custom blend mineral makeup, nutriceuticals and more. Offering complimentary skin/beauty consultation with Joei. Call 906-4422 for an appointment.

PETS ANCIENT FAR EAST HEALING ARTS FOR ANIMALS Susi Rosinski 3110 Eggert Rd, Tonawanda • 716-803-0113 AncientFarEastHealingArts.com

Energy medicine, medical qigong, acupressure and chi’atsu. Relief from stress, anxiety, behavioral issues, arthritis, immune deficiency, speeds healing of injuries, surgery and more. See ad, page 35.

ADAM FIELD PHYSICAL THERAPY, PLLC JCC Benderson Building 2640 N Forest Rd, Getzville 716-982-8200 • Adamfpt@msn.com AdamFieldPhysicalTherapy.com

Adam Field, PT applies a whole body approach to treatment of chronic pain and injury. Utilizing myofascial/craniosacral therapies and manual joint techniques, clients experience improved movement, pain and function. Field’s experience, knowledge, and gentle manner allow him to develop individualized programs for his clients. See ad, page 8.

~Rodney Dangerfield

A Pilates studio offering private and small group sessions focusing on stretching, strength posture a n d c o r e t r a i n i n g . Vi s i t Facebook, Instagram and the Pilates and fitness blog online. See ad, page 10.

REIKI EMERGING VIBRANT WOMEN

Kohava Howard, Holistic Nurse, Reiki Master, Wellness/Therapeutic Movement Coach, Reflexologist • Williamsville 970-208-2503 • KohavaHoward.com Intuitive, holistic, health and wellness coaching for women over 40 that are experiencing major life transitions. Reclaim your vibrant inner joy and feminine power to live your authentic life. Private sessions, wellness workshops, by Skype or phone.

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PHYSICAL THERAPISTS

I looked up my family tree and found out I was the sap.

1127 Wehrle Dr, Williamsville 716-626-7484 StretchWNY@gmail.com • StretchWNY.com

Shawn Marie Cichowski, Owner, Reiki Master 5500 Main St, Ste 313, Williamsville 716-560-6552 • WNYLifeCoaching.com

Helping you help yourself naturally, healing from the inside out. Reiki master and certified meditation instructor. Self-care and stress management trainer. See ad, page 24.

REIKI CLASSES REIKI CARE – REIKI CLASSES

Carolyn Musial, Senior Licensed Reiki Master Teacher 2167 Wehrle Dr, Williamsville 716-572-3980 • ReikiCare.com Learn this simple yet amazing technique for yourself and others to heal body/mind/spirit. All levels of reiki taught by a senior licensed reiki master teacher with the International Center for Reiki Training. CEs available. See how reiki can transform your life.

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SPIRITUAL

SELF DEVELOPMENT DESIGN FOR LIVING – THE AVATAR® COURSE

TRINITY @ 7

If you are ready for a profound lasting change in your life, call Tia at 716-633-0715. “Avatar ® is nothing more or less than an escape from a mind trap that you have been caught in for so long you have forgotten what freedom feels like.” ~Harry Palmer, The Avatar Path: The Way We Came. See ad, page 19.

Trinity at 7pm on Sundays offers spirituality without all the religion. To make room for those who are searching for spirituality yet allergic to church, the service is demonstrably non-Christian, combining piano jazz with readings ranging from Maya Angelou to Rumi. In all, a most peaceful way to start your week. See ad, page 10.

Tia Greno • 716-633-0715 TiaG12345@gmail.com

SKIN CARE AESTHETIC ASSOCIATES CENTRE Dr. Sam Shatkin 2500 Kensington Ave, Amherst 716-839-1700 • GR8Look.com

Achieve natural rejuvenation with surgical and non-surgical services in the fields of plastic surgery and advanced skin care. Dr. Shatkin and his team of health professionals help clients look and feel better about themselves. See ad, back cover.

SKIN BY AMBER

Amber Fath 140 Elmwood Ave, Buffalo 716-560-0684 SkinByAmberBuffalo@gmail.com SkinByAmber.com Skin by Amber is focused around organic skin care while also performing peels and waxing services. Every treatment is customized specifically for every individual paying attention to specific skin conditions. Beautiful skin from within. See ad, page 5.

SPA TRES AURAE SPA

5195 Main St, Williamsville 716-478-7546 • SpaBuffalo.com Tres Aurae Spa offers a calm setting for all your spa needs. Services include their Best of Buffalo natural, seaweed-based facials, therapeutic massage, hair blowouts and styling, hair removal, and manicures and pedicures. Relax and enjoy spa services for individuals and groups in this award-winning facility.

SPECIALTY MARKET THE NATURAL LINK

Specialty Meat Market 105 Portage Rd, Lewiston • 716-754-1199 Facebook.com/TheNaturalLink

The Chapel at Trinity Church 371 Delaware Ave, Buffalo 716-852-8314 • TrinityBuffalo.org

THERMAL IMAGING DYNAMIC THERMAL IMAGING Carol Knapp, CCT, office manager 585-734-6083 NYDTI.com

Provides radiation-free, noninvasive clinical imaging for detecting and monitoring overall health as well as a number of diseases and injuries. Totally safe, FDA-approved and available to women, men and children. Take responsibility for your own health and be proactive with Dynamic Thermal Imaging. See ad, page 21.

WELLNESS CENTER BODY BE WELL SOLUTIONS Rebecca Albert, LMT, CHHC North Tonawanda • 716-316-2511 BodyBeWellSolutions.com

One conversation could change your life. Specializing in small group wellness classes, personal/customized delivery. Individual/couples health coaching. Lifestyle approaches for chronic pain management.

COMPLETE WELLNESS ARTS & SCIENCE CENTER

1515 Kensington Ave, Buffalo 716-253-6548 • CompleteWellnessWNY.com Cultivate wellness with Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, Functional Neurology Chiropractic, Light Therapy, Tree Essences, health and wellness coaching, reiki, cooking classes, qigong, hula hoop, meditation, workshops and much more. See ad, page 13.

HARISA AYURVEDIC WELLNESS CENTER

Shanthy Jayakumar 2360 Sweet Home Rd, Ste 1-2, Amherst 716-691-5738 • Shan@Harisa.co • Harisa.co

Free-range chicken, wildcaught fresh seafood, Boar’s Head deli meats, Angus Reserve beef, local honey, maple syrup, farm-fresh eggs, goats and cows milk. Excellent service and friendly owners (Brian and Cathy). See ad, page 17.

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BuffaloAwakenings.com

We offer holistic health and wellness services, including Ay u r v e d a , e d u c a t i o n a l classes, massage and meditation.

OSTEOPATHIC WELLNESS MEDICINE OF WESTERN NEW YORK

235 S Elmwood Ave, Ste 120, Buffalo 716-626-6301 • Info@wnyOsteoWellness.com wnyOsteoWellness.com Osteopathic Wellness Medicine is a holistic musculoskeletal wellness practice that focuses on you. Our main mission is to provide an optimum healing environment focused on you. Experience relationship centered care, integrative health services and state-of-the-art healing technologies. See ad, page 8.

WILLOWLIGHT

Center for Wholeness 500 Buffalo Rd, E Aurora 716-222-3144 • WillowLight.org With 10 practitioners, more than 25 different holistic and spiritual offerings, retreats and many classes to choose from, WillowLight Center for Wholeness is truly a place of healing, transformation and community. Please explore what we have to offer by visiting our website or liking us on Facebook.

WINE – ORGANIC ADDY’S FINE WINE AND SPIRITS 8584 Transit Rd, E Amherst 716-810-9495

Our friendly, warm staff, great wine and free weekly tastings will make you want to keep coming back. Large selection of organic wines. Check us out on Facebook.

LEXI’S FINE WINE AND SPIRITS 55 Crosspoint Pkwy, Getzville 716-689-2233

Our friendly, warm staff, great wine and free weekly tastings will make you want to keep coming back. Large selection of organic wines. Check us out on Facebook.

YOGA RISING SUN YOGA

5225 Sheridan Dr (at Evans St) Georgetown Square, Williamsville 716-632-5802 • RisingSunYoga.com Rising Sun Yoga offers you the opportunity to introduce yoga to your life if you are new and to immerse yourself if you are practiced. You will love the energy at Rising Sun. Check out our schedule and events at RisingSunYoga.com or Facebook. See ad, page 11.

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October 2016