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I’m not sure which article I am more excited about this month. Read our local news briefs to learn more about thriving businesses that offer healthy products and services. Two articles this month from local integrative medical centers cover current healthcare topics of growing concern—food allergies and inflammation/diabetes. Other rich articles this month talk about improving attitudes with gratitude, safe ways to enhance our natural beauty, finding real riches, choosing the best pet for your lifestyle and ways to encourage emotional intelligence. Being grateful for my relationships, my work, my home, ways to nourish my spirit and a comfortable living gives me great joy and contentment. Having work that fits my values and allows me to express my creative side, yet challenging me to do my best helps me to feel young at heart and in mind. Over the years, I have gone with career opportunities that I was guided to by heart. They were usually not the ones that I could make the most money, but they gave me so much more in other rewards. I measure my wealth in loving relationships, physical comfort, satisfying work and the ability to always pay my bills on time. Everything else, as they say, is just the icing on the cake. And I can enjoy the cake, figuratively, with or without the icing. I recently had the pleasure of speaking to a reader, Emily, who said that she has kept herself young by taking good care of her body with spa and beauty treatments. After all, real beauty comes from taking care of oneself to the best of our ability. While we are learning more of how beauty does actually come from the inside out through the care of our body and mind, the outside does matter. As pointed out on page 20, taking care of our skin is not just vanity; it is the protective outer layer that we wear for our lifetime. Spending the time and money on self-care acknowledges that you value your own life. When we are treat our self as a precious being, we teach other people how to treat us and we set a good example for our children. We are fortunate to have several local spas that offer organic facials, skin and hair care. If you have questions about what products to use, ask one of our professional advertisers for a recommendation. Have a spa treatment to give your face and spirit a lift! Taking a tip from the “True Wealth” article that it is better for our health to rearrange our finances to buy better food, there are probably ways to rearrange your spending to take better care of your skin and support a local small business owner at the same time. Even though the frog on our cover is cute (see cover artist info on page 12), instead of ending up at the top by our self, we will be much happier if we help others to climb with us. In relation to how we think about real riches, I’d like to offer a quote from The Power of Intention by Dr. Wayne W. Dyer: “Always keep the thought of God’s abundance in mind. If any other thought comes, replace it with that of God’s abundance. Remind yourself every day that the universe can’t be miserly; it can’t be wanting. It holds nothing but abundance, or as St. Paul stated so perfectly, ‘God is able to provide you with every blessing in abundance.’ Repeat these ideas on abundance until they radiate as your truth.”

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DETECTING ALLERGIES & FOOD INTOLERANCES by Center for Environmental & Occupational Medicine

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PLANET-FRIENDLY LIVING

Eco-Activist Actress Takes Steps that Make a Difference by Gerry Strauss

17 INFLAMMATION

The Newest Diabetic Phenomenon by Ava Gettinger and Deborah Manke

18 DANGERS IN THE COSMETIC BAG

Choose Safe and Healthy Natural Beauty Aids by Kathleen Barnes

20 NATURAL FACIAL ESSENTIALS

Few Skincare Product Labels Tell the Whole Story

by Linda Sechrist

22 TRUE WEALTH

Living a Life We Love is Real Affluence by Judith Fertig

24 CHOOSING THE PERFECT PET

Not Just Any Dog or Cat Will Do by Sandra Murphy

28 WHAT’S YOUR CHILD’S EQ?

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Cravings May Be A Clue

Six Ways to Raise Emotional Intelligence

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newsbriefs Verdant EcoSpa’s New Location

omplexion need a lift? Then it’s time to have a seaweed facial at Verdant EcoSpa & Organic Oasis. With the new location at 3 Broad Street, now downtown Charleston’s best-kept secret, owner Kristin Asher continues to help clients to look their best. Verdant continues to provide affordable, more sustainable organic skin therapies and products tailored to each client’s skin type and lifestyle. The spa now offers make-up application that is great for special occasions or a new look. Services also include custom corrective therapies and discounts when purchasing multiple services in advance. Refer a friend or family member and receive $10 off the next facial or body treatment. Take advantage of the relocation special of 20 percent off all VOYA anti-aging premium seaweed facials and body treatments, a luxurious treat for one self or holiday gifts. Look for the white building on Broad near the intersection with East Bay, just around the corner from the Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon. Arrive at the spa in Suite 303 with a convenient ride up the elevator. Even though the sign is not up yet, just look for the Appointments Available sign. Customers can find parking on Broad and Church Streets, in the parking lot behind the Dungeon, or in the parking garage just one block over on Middle Atlantic Wharf and Prioleau. Call 843-252-4508 today to schedule your appointment. Verdant EcoSpa & Organic Oasis new address: 3 Broad St., Ste. 3, Charleston. See ad page 21 and listing page 31.

Body Slimming Treatments

et ready for the holidays with natural weight management treatments. Cottage Aroma Bella Day Spa now offers a noninvasive body slimming and contouring treatment that helps eliminate unwanted body fat while tightening the skin. The procedure is an excellent compliment to a dieting program or as a way to lose unwanted inches in those stubborn areas. By using high acoustic, pulsed sound waves, radio waves, infrared heat, lymphatic stimulation and a skin-tightening vacuum with vibration, the procedure targets and destroys fat cells, weakening surrounding membranes and liquefying contents. It enables the cells to be flushed and metabolized through the liver and kidneys. The process of elimination and metabolizing takes approximately four to seven days. Individual sessions or a series of treatments can target specific areas. After each session, a reduction of excess fluid is immediately felt along with a reduction of joint and muscular pain. Most clients experience a feeling of lightness and energy that usually lasts for a few days. The number of treatments depend on the desired results, but once weekly sessions for five to 10 weeks is recommended. The process increases metabolic rate and endorphin production. A series of treatments can easily reduce 2” to 4” from the waist area and 1” to 3” from arms, buttocks, thighs and hips. Other benefits include stimulation of the digestive system; skin tightening; oxygenation of the body; improved over all health; detoxify the system; looser clothes; decreased aches and pains and reduction of Edema.

Summerville Community Acupuncture Relocates

till convenient to our local area, Summerville Community Acupuncture (SCA) moved to 1731 North Main Street, Suite H. Owner and Licensed Acupuncturist Allison Davis and Mary Margaret Dobson, L.Ac., have the comfy recliners ready for “free nap time” that’s always included with the acupuncture. Their primary mission remains to help our body do what comes naturally—to feel better! SCA operates the community acupuncture clinic with treatments in a group setting with each person still receiving the same full-size session. This allows them to provide acupuncture on a sliding scale fee of $15-$35 (you decide, no questions asked) that is affordable for most people and for more frequent visits if needed. New patients pay an additional one-time $10 processing fee. They offer a special Stop Smoking Acupuncture package of 5 treatments for $25. They also provide veterans and military personnel with ear acupuncture treatments for PTSD for only $5 per session. Walk-ins are welcome, however, appointments are preferred. Hours are Tuesday and Wednesday, 10am3pm; Thursday and Friday 3-7pm and Saturday 10am-2pm. Yes, they do use needles but they are very tiny and used with expert care, the feel good benefits are worth overcoming any “needle” fears. Give it a try! New location: 1731 North Main St., Ste. H in the Sangaree Center behind Old South Diner, Summerville. For questions, call 843-810-1225. To schedule an appointment go online to SummervilleCommunityAcupuncture. com. See listing page 29.

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Kenneth Shuler Beauty from the Sea the saying goes, great things come in small packages. School of Cosmetology AsThat’s true for the cozy Charleston Charleston Salon. New Campus They continue to provide clients with superior organic

enneth Shuler Schools of Cosmetology, a well-known name in the beauty industry of South Carolina, is excited to announce the opening of its eighth campus in Goose Creek. Currently, the school is operating out of a temporary location at 98 Davenport Street with a brand new 12,600 square foot facility being built right next door that is slated to open in early 2016. Kenneth Shuler Schools of Cosmetology (KS) has nearly five decades of experience and seven other campuses scattered across the Palmetto state. It is the only Redken Premier School and American Crew Partner in the country, demonstrating that the company is always striving to provide students with a comprehensive education. In addition, KS students get iPads in their student kits, can participate in photo shoots with world-renowned photographers and receive specialized business training to be better prepared to succeed as a professional in the industry. The Goose Creek campus’s first cosmetology class began in September and the school’s first esthetics (skin care) class is slated to start in November. However, the school is always enrolling new students. Financial aid is available to those who qualify and the first 20 students to enroll will receive up to $3,000 in tuition scholarships. Call 843-203-3370 today to find out about enrollment. For more information, please visit Kennethshuler.com. See ad page 18. *For more information about graduation rates, the median debt of students who completed the program and other important information, please visit the website at KennethShuler. com/disclosures.php*

products as well as current hair cutting and shaping techniques. They now offer facials and skincare products with sea plant technology from REPÊCHAGE. Kathleen Hanson who is a stylist and a licensed Reiki Master Teacher even adds a little extra Reiki energy to each client's facial. Repechage, the leading professional skincare brand based on seaweed, combines natural ingredients with high tech research and development for the highest quality seaweed in all of the company’s products and treatments. It has a full range of nutrient-rich seaweed-based skincare treatments and products that offer benefits for every skin type and therapeutic need. The seaweed products provide our skin a rich source of vitamins, minerals, trace elements, amino acids and anti-oxidants to detoxify, oxygenate, re-balance, hydrate and renew. Charleston Charleston carries the full line of skin care products and offers facials for every skin type. The newest treatment is Red-Out for people with rosacea or highly sensitive skin. It also has eye treatments for dark circles, puffiness and wrinkles. In time for the busy holiday season and gift giving, they have Repechage skin care line travel kits available for purchase. Schedule your facial with Kathleen Hanson today by calling 843-767-0311. Charleston Charleston Hair & Nail Salon is located at 8484 Dorchester Rd., Ste. 12-B in the Coosaw Creek Center across from Publix. See ad page 19.

Intuitive Guidance with Jackie Morfesis

rom teaching at Rutgers University in New Jersey, doing outreach work in an overseas orphanage and prison education in the states and abroad, to assisting clients on their life path, Jackie Morfesis’ desire is to share her gifts as a healer. Starting at a young age, she realized she was highly intuitive. Her intuitive abilities have been fueled with an extensive academic background in the arts and humanities, as well esoteric arts. Morfesis incorporates her vast knowledge of astrology, numerology, tarot, Jungian psychology, alchemy, mythology and spiritual understanding to assist and support clients through change and growth. “I give 100 percent to my clients and they absolutely know and sense that what is happening is authentic, life changing and transforming,” she states. “Fundamentally, the readings are healing sessions. It is not uncommon for pain to be released and for clients to gain newfound strength and clarity in moving forward.” The readings provide a safe, secure and protected space to delve more deeply into life challenges. The benefits can be numerous including more consciousness and clarity about choices and opportunities. But ultimately, the greatest benefit is commitment to self-healing. The client is empowered to move forward with renewed energy and confidence in reaching goals and releasing whatever may no longer be useful. Jackie Morfesis works with clients by phone and at Healing Oasis. To make an appointment, call 843-469-3049. See listing page 31. Growing into your future with health, grace and beauty doesn’t have to take all your time. It rather requires a dedication to caring for yourself as if you were rare and precious, which you are, and regarding all life around you as equally so, which it is. ~Victoria Moran

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Beneficial CBD Oil Now Available

ucalyptus Wellness is now selling premium quality CBD oil. Cannabidiol oil, also known as CBD oil is being used by many as a proven natural alternative in the treatment of complex issues such as chronic pain, cancer, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, autism and arthritis. Janel Ralph, whose child benefits tremendously from taking CBD oil, was instrumental in getting a bill passed that makes it legal to sale in South Carolina. Her SC-based company produces Palmetto Harmony, an organically grown high concentrate CBD product that is produced without using harmful solvents. She wanted to make sure that a quality product was available for her daughter as well as anyone that might benefit from this natural alternative. People use CBD oil for its proven medicinal benefits. A growing number of physicians are recommending CBD-rich products for patients looking for relief from inflammation, pain, anxiety, psychosis, seizures, spasms and other conditions. CBD has been shown to shrink malignant tumors and improve insulin sensitivity. Ongoing research validates the experience of many patients, including children with catastrophic seizure disorders, who successfully medicate with CBD-rich products. It is important to purchase a quality CBD oil product to be assured that it is 100 percent organic and if the product comes from the whole plant. Some products sold are made using the stems and seeds, which do not provide the highest medicinal benefit. The responsible use and application of CBD oil can be an effective remedy for serious ailments. Shop at Eucalyptus Wellness, 280 West Coleman Blvd., Ste, E in Mount Pleasant. For additional information visit EucalyptusWellness.com or call 843388-4956. See ad this page.

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Formaldehyde Found in GMO Soybeans

esearchers from the International Center for Integrative Systems, in Cambridge, Massachusetts, have determined that genetically modified (GM/GMO) soybean plants accumulate the carcinogen formaldehyde. The researchers utilized a scientific method called CytoSolve to analyze 6,497 diverse laboratory studies conducted by 184 scientific institutions in 23 countries worldwide. The study data showed that GMO soybeans significantly accumulate formaldehyde, a class-one carcinogen. The research also found that genetic modification forces a depletion of glutathione among the plants, which weakens their immune system. This contrasts with the proposals put forth by the GM industry that GMO soybean plants are stronger, allowing them to endure environmental hardships better than non-GMO soybean plants. The research was led by V.A. Shiva Ayyadurai, Ph.D., a biologist trained at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and published in the peer-reviewed journal Agricultural Sciences. “The results demand immediate testing, along with rigorous scientific standards to assure such testing is objective and replicable. It’s unbelievable such standards for testing don’t already exist. The safety of our food supply demands that science delivers such modern scientific standards for approval of GMOs,” states Ayyadurai. Former Environmental Protection Agency Senior Scientist Ray Seidler, Ph.D., comments about the study, “The discovery reported by Ayyadurai reveals a new molecular paradigm associated with genetic engineering that will require research to discover why the extent of formaldehyde and glutathione concentrations are altered, and what other chemicals relevant to human and animal health are affected. We need the kinds of standards Ayyadurai demands to conduct such research.”

Cloves Inhibit Cancer Growth

esearch from China has determined that cloves (Syzygium aromaticum) inhibit the growth of several cancers. Researchers tested an extract of whole cloves against several types of human cancer cells, including those of ovarian, cervical, liver, colon, breast and pancreatic cancers. Published in the journal Oncology Research, the test used an incubation system that simulated the ability of these cancer cells to grow within the body. The researchers found that the clove extract stopped such development. The active constituents they identified within the clove extracts include oleanolic acid and eugenol. “Clove extract may represent a novel therapeutic herb for cancer treatment, and oleanolic acid is one of the components responsible for part of its antitumor activity,” the researchers commented. Cloves, one of the oldest medicinal spices, have been used in Traditional Chinese Medicine for many centuries. 10

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Antidepressants in Pregnancy Raises Risk of Hypertension in Kids

n a large study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, researchers from participating universities found mothers that take antidepressant drugs during pregnancy face the risk of heart issues for their children. The researchers tested 3,789,330 pregnant women between 2000 and 2010. Of these, 128,950 took at least one prescription for antidepressants during their pregnancy. High blood pressure among children of mothers that didn’t take antidepressants was about 21 percent. Children that were exposed to selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressant drugs during pregnancy experienced high blood pressure in 31.5 percent of the cases. Those that were exposed to non-SSRI antidepressants experienced high blood pressure 29 percent of the time. This represents a 50 percent increased risk of hypertension for babies of mothers that take SSRIs during pregnancy and a 40 percent increased risk for children exposed to non-SSRIs. In their conclusion, the researchers note, “Evidence from publicly insured pregnant women studied may be consistent with a potential increased risk of persistent pulmonary hypertension of the newborn associated with maternal use of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors in late pregnancy.”

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

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Agricultural Drones May Boost Sustainability Beginning November 15, farmers will be able to implement flying drones to perform important tasks in their fields. That’s when changes in Federal Aviation Administration regulations will loosen many of the current restrictions on this new technology. Advocates believe the devices can improve precision agriculture management that uses GPS and data collection to boost crop yields and profits while aiding water conservation. For the first time, the drones will be operated legally during an entire growing season, allowing companies to test their business models and technologies together. This boost in crop intelligence should make farms more efficient and help smaller operations compete with well-funded big agribusiness conglomerates whose fields are typically rife with genetically modified (GMO) crops. “This is the first year we’ll actually be able to see, by the time the growing season is over, the impact on the farmer and the impact of the quality of the grapes,” says David Baeza, whose precision agriculture startup Vine Rangers uses drones and ground robots to gather data on vineyard crops. “The biggest thing to watch is what’s going to happen to giants like Monsanto. How you define this market is changing, and the incumbents are in for a battle.” Source: Fortune magazine

Recycling Revolution Global Rise Bolsters Sustainability

On November 15, thousands of events in communities nationwide will celebrate America Recycles Day (AmericaRecyclesDay.org). A program run by national nonprofit Keep America Beautiful since 2006, the event is dedicated to promoting recycling in the U.S. via special material collection drives and educational activities. Materials available to groups include advice on setting up collectibles stations and customizable templates for promoting activities to increase recycling awareness, commitment and local action. There’s plenty of room to grow: The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency estimates that the amount of waste that the average citizen composts or recycles has increased from 17 percent in 1990 to 33 percent today. Some other countries have been conducting their own national programs longer. For the 19th year, Australia will celebrate a weeklong National Recycling Week (RecyclingWeek.PlanetArk.org) in November. More than 90 percent of Aussies feel it’s the right thing to do. Recycle Now (RecycleNow.com), England’s national program, supported and funded by the government and implemented by 90 percent of municipalities, conducts its annual weeklong program in June. Organizers contend that six out of 10 citizens now describe themselves as committed recyclers, compared to fewer than half when the campaign launched in 2004. Germany also celebrates recycling for two days in June; many other countries do so in July.

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Shared Laughter Creates Happier Workers

Climbing the Ladder John Lautermilch Cover artist John Lautermilch has been consumed with art since childhood, having started painting at age 8. By the time he was in high school, his art was being displayed and sold in restaurants in his hometown of St. Louis, Missouri. His work spans many subjects and styles, from abstracts to religious themes, but the artist especially draws inspiration from the colors, light and patterns of the natural world. Lautermilch’s intriguing cover work, Climbing the Ladder, an oil painting, is part of a series featuring frogs engaging in human activities, from dancing to playing ball. “The frog climbing the ladder is just like us; he loves money and power found at the top of the ladder,” says Lautermilch. “On the other hand, he can go no further and is up there all alone. You can read anything you want into it; there is no ‘right’ interpretation.” A graduate of the School of Fine Arts at Washington University, Lautermilch has completed many commissioned works, including murals, for individual collectors and institutions. His work has been exhibited at the Missouri Botanical Garden, the St. Louis Art Museum and other fine art venues. Visit the artist’s portfolio at Yessy.com/johnlautermilch. 12

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Researchers Nale Lehmann-Willenbrock and Joseph A. Allen have written in the Journal of Applied Psychology about their research into the effect of group humor on workers by studying the behavioral patterns of 54 real-world teams from two businesses. Humor and laughter were examined and each interaction was coded, based on recordings made at meetings. Performance ratings were collected immediately afterward and also several years later. Results showed that levity can reduce body pain and stress and help with relaxation. Cognitively, it bolsters creativity, memory and problem-solving ability. Humor reduces anxiety, elevates mood and increases self-esteem, hope, optimism and energy. In terms of society, it attracts connections, promotes bonding and altruism and leads to happier partnerships. The researchers also found, “At the team level, humor patterns [but not humor or laughter alone] positively related to team performance, both immediately and two years later.” The positive aftereffects of humor on team performance include question-asking, proposals of innovative ideas, new people speaking up and kudos given for jobs well done or problems solved. Source: mnn.com

Monsanto Pushback More Countries Ban Toxic Roundup

Countries are gradually banning the use of Monsanto Roundup herbicide around the world as a danger to the environment and human health, and Bermuda is one of the latest to join the ranks. These moves come soon after a recently published metastudy conducted by the World Health Organization International Agency for Research on Cancer published in The Lancet Oncology determined that glyphosate, the main ingredient in Roundup, is probably carcinogenic to humans. Colombia stopped using Roundup to kill illegal coca plants. France banned the sale to homeowners, and Germany is poised to do the same. A group of 30,000 Argentine physicians are calling for a ban there, where it’s blamed for boosting birth defects and cancer. Others, including the Brazilian federal prosecutor, are demanding that Roundup’s active ingredient, glyphosate, be pulled off the shelves. In the U.S., the Institute for Responsible Technology (IRT) is assisting efforts in cities, counties and school systems to enact immediate bans of glyphosate-based sprays. IRT is also calling for schools to measure the amount of glyphosate residues in school meals and to take steps to eliminate them if found. Source: EcoWatch

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Detecting Allergies & Food Intolerances Cravings May Be A Clue by Center for Environmental & Occupational Medicine

he classic picture of a person with food intolerances is a chronically thin, pale, listless individual, hovering on the edge of more normal life. Add allergies to the mix and the classic picture gets worse, with clear impairments manifesting both seasonally and year round. But what if the patient doesn’t fit the classic picture? Some individuals who appear robust and may even be overtly overweight, can rocket through school, sports and career activities. Yet, they complain of stomach pains, fatigue, joint problems, headaches, muscle aches and a thousand varied symptoms that never seem to slow them down—at least to outside observers. When weight gain accompanies a cluster of symptoms, such as listed above, and diets of different types are followed for weeks on end without much weight loss or relief, then food allergies and intolerances may be the problem. For food allergies, placing the patient in an allergy testing room is often enough to throw off the misconception that favored, much-eaten foods couldn’t possibly be part of the problem. Patients are often astonished to see their arm exhibit the angry, raised, red wheals of full-blown allergy to some of their assuredly healthful food choices. However, those foods simply aren’t healthful for their own individual body chemistry. A period of 30 to 60 days avoidance may be enough to regain tolerance to the food if then eaten no more than once every four to seven days, but not always. In some cases, longer avoidance—occasionally permanently—is necessary in order for the patient to feel truly well. Unlike an allergy, food intolerance requires a trial strictly off that entire

category of foods for at least four weeks and often as much as 12 weeks before reaching a true gauge of what benefits can be gained by consistent avoidance. The three most common intolerances are to: 1) Gluten: in all foods containing wheat, rye, spelt, kamut, barley and non-gluten-free oats. Hydrolyzed vegetable protein, soy sauce, flour thickeners, etc. are common hidden sources of gluten. 2) Dairy products: in all foods containing milk, yogurt, sour cream, cheese, cream cheese, whey solids, casein—also sometimes found in soy or rice milk cheeses. 3) Soy products: in all foods containing tofu, soy milk, soy protein, textured vegetable protein (TVP), large amounts of soy lecithin, etc.

ant person who has intractable excess weight starts to avoid their trigger foods? Often they begin to lose weight, slowly and steadily, without nearly the effort required previously. Part of the solution is that their symptoms of fatigue, joint pain, headache or gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms begin to fade after four to 12 weeks on the diet, which gives them much more energy to actively exercise. But mostly it seems that the avoidance of intolerant foods allows their metabolism to heal, high cortisol levels that are triggered by the stress of mal-digested foods recede to normal levels and a tendency to insulin resistance to normalize. Then weight can be lost, especially central mid-section heaviness. As the diet is carefully continued, they heal. Now that’s true robustness!

Unfortunately, gluten, dairy and soy all seem to cross-react against each other in terms of the incidence of intolerance. Often, all three categories must be strictly avoided for complete relief of all symptoms. What happens when the intoler-

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Kristen Bell on Planet-Friendly Living Eco-Activist Actress Takes Steps that Make a Difference by Gerry Strauss

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I wholeheartedly believe: Every problem has a solution. We are all global citizens. Kindness is always in fashion. We have to laugh at ourselves. There is strength in forgiveness. Honesty without tact is cruelty. No one can make me feel inferior without my consent. Ultimately, we are responsible for one another and for the creatures and places around us. I felt good about caring for the world around me before I had kids, but now I also derive a ton of self-esteem from being a good example for them.

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rom Veronica Mars to Forgetting Sarah Marshall, her face is unmistakable. Thanks to the worldwide popularity of Frozen, her voice is now unforgettable, as well. Kristen Bell, though, believes the greatest contribution she can make is embodying an ecofriendly lifestyle together with her husband, actor Dax Shepard, and their two daughters, finding ways to help the planet survive and thrive for generations to come.

What Earth-friendly actions do you and your family embrace in day-to-day living? Our fun time revolves around being active outdoors. We love hiking as a family, walking a mile to dinner or biking along the river. We often go exploring and make up outdoor games such as: How far can you jump? How far can I throw this? and Let’s race! The kids like to get dirty and my husband and I like to breathe fresh air at the end of a workday. We have a garden where the girls and I are learning about growing and caring for edible plants and how to cook what we grow. Our thumbs aren’t very green just yet but we are trying.

As PETA’s “Sexiest Vegetarian Celebrities” of 2013, why are you and Dax convinced that healthy vibrancy doesn’t rely on eating meat?

I have been a vegetarian since I was 11. I have never wanted to eat meat, even before I knew the positive environmental effects of a vegetarian diet. People need to be conscious of what they are eating. Most edible supermarket items aren’t real food. I like knowing where my meal comes from and who handles it. It makes both my mind and body feel better.

How did the animated film Frozen enable you to reach a larger young audience than ever before? My goal with the character Anna was to play an imperfect princess, giving voice to the heroine I had been searching for when I was young: Someone who was awkward, clumsy, optimistic, too talkative, caring and didn’t have perfect posture. I wanted girls that feel like they don’t always fit in to have a fearless heroine to identify with. I want to be a real-life Anna, someone who doesn’t apologize for her flaws and stands up for herself and others because she’s strong. Thanks to Frozen, I have been invited to do more projects that reach young people. I hope to extend my voice as a trustworthy source supporting projects that can benefit them.

You are passionate about the universal need for water conservation. What steps has your own family taken to be water-conscious? Living in California and dealing with drought firsthand teaches about water conservation by necessity. We carefully consider how the food we eat directly impacts water use; we all understand that producing meat and dairy is water intensive. Replacing our lawn with AstroTurf cut our household water bill dramatically. We never run water from the tap when we are brushing our teeth, and always ‘let it mellow if it’s yellow’, that is, flush selectively. We even reuse the water used to sterilize baby bottles to water houseplants. Gerry Strauss is a freelance writer in Hamilton, NJ. Connect at GerryStrauss@ aol.com.

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he secret to happiness and finding the enduring joy we all seek is Thanksgiving—the simple act of continually giving thanks. To realize wonderful positive outcomes, up to and including seeming miracles, do one thing: Show gratitude all day long. Seeing everything in a new light, through a refreshing prism of love and appreciation, imparts a deep inner well of peace, calm and joy, making us feel more alive. We can feel that way every day, in every aspect of life, awaking each morning excited to create the day ahead and enthusiastic about each moment and then falling asleep at night embracing a profound feeling of gratitude for all the good we know and have. Happiness is contagious and becomes an upward spiral of joy naturally shared with others. Start today by launching a daily gratitude journal. This single action, the simplest and quickest way to get results, will foster a habit geared to change everything forever. It fills up our love tank, sparks success and benefits everyone. To embrace better relationships, health, clarity, life and tangible and intangible wealth: ! Set a daily time for journal writing.

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INFLAMMATION The Newest Diabetic Phenomenon by Ava Gettinger and Deborah Manke

ith rapid increases of obesity and inactivity in today’s modern world, the emerging epidemic of Type 2 diabetes has become more prominent. According to the World Health Organization, total deaths from diabetes are projected to rise 50 percent in the next 10 years and are predicted to increase by over 80 percent in upper and middle class countries. Along with a diagnosis of diabetes includes several other health issues, such as susceptibility to heart disease, stroke, kidney failure, blindness and Alzheimer’s disease. The risk of developing Type 2 diabetes is strongly correlated with central body heaviness and the abnormal accumulation of fat. More recent studies have suggested that it’s not necessarily determined by how much fat is in the body, but where it is located, particularly in the area around the waistline. Increases in fat in this area of the body are greatly influenced by an unhealthy diet and the development of inflammation around the organs. A newly understood phenomenon, inflammation, indicates that the body is recovering from injury, but also has become a distress signal for the internal organs. Certain foods, such as those that make up the majority of the American diet, produce an inflammatory response deep inside the body, which can affect the heart and blood cells, and ultimately lead to the development of several chronic diseases. Inflammation is greatly influenced by digestion of vitamins and minerals, although we may be consuming a healthy diet, the nutrients may not

actually be absorbed into our blood. The correlation of inflammation and insulin resistance has recently come into question, as studies show that inflammatory proteins, such as TNF-alpha, suppress insulin-signaling pathways, thus increasing the risk of occurrence. In addition, when blood sugar is continuously high, the body generates more free radicals that damage cells and stimulate the immune response. This inflames the lining of blood vessels leading to the heart. Inflammation and insulin resistance therefore seem to reinforce each other via a feedback loop. What can be done to minimize inflammation and reduce the risk of developing diabetes? Most health professionals would suggest a weight-loss regimen and increase in exercise but are unclear as to why it is recommended. We know that the consumption of important vitamins and minerals allow the body to decrease inflammation. Yet, it is the absorption of these very vitamins that naturally restores our body’s breakdown of glucose. Recent studies have suggested that omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins A & C, curcumin, alpha lipoic acid, L-carnitine, chromium, magnesium and CoQ10 are starting points in the reduction of inflammation preventing insulin resistance. However, taking supplements or eating the right food may not be enough to treat inflammation. So how can we know? There is testing available. Tests most commonly used for management of blood sugar include the A1C and fasting glucose that measure how well levels are controlled. Patented

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Choose Safe and Healthy Natural Beauty Aids by Kathleen Barnes

e all want to look and feel beautiful, often enhancing our best features with assistance from cosmetics. Yet many of us may not be aware of the toxic ingredients contained in products we’re using. “When the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act was passed 77 years ago, it contained 112 pages of standards for food and drugs, and only one page for cosmetics,” says Connie Engel, Ph.D., science and education manager at the Breast Cancer Fund and its Campaign for Safe Cosmetics, in San Francisco. While most cosmetic ingredients must be listed on product labels, sometimes their names are hard to

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and its cousin, hydroxytoluene (BHT), are common preservatives found in lip products, liquid makeup and moisturizers that the European Commission on Endocrine Disruption cites as interfering with hormone function. They’ve also been shown to cause kidney damage, according to research from Spain’s Universidad Autónoma de Madrid. Formaldehyde in many forms, including quaternium-15, coal tar, benzene and mineral oils that are prohibited in the European Union and Japan, are classified as carcinogens by the International Agency for Research on Cancer. These examples represent the tip of the iceberg of toxic chemicals of concern commonly used in cosmetics. They further range from allergens and substances that cause non-cancerous and cancerous tumors and organ toxicity to developmental and reproductive impairment, miscarriage and bioaccumulation leading to toxic overload when not excreted. Fragrances don’t have to be included in label ingredient lists, constituting another major concern, explains Engel. “Most cosmetics, even eye shadow, contain fragrance, and those fragrances can contain several dozen unlabeled ingredients, including hormone-disrupting phthalates.” The European Union is the authoritative source on all of these issues. Based on its CosIng (cosmetic ingredients) database accessed via ec.europa. eu/consumers/cosmetics/cosing, it has banned scores of toxic chemicals from makeup sold in EU countries.

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Fortunately, safe alternatives are available to enhance our natural beauty. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Become an educated consumer and read the list of ingredients,â&#x20AC;? advises Janice Cox, the Medford, Oregon, author of Natural Beauty at Home. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Fewer ingredients and organic components mean safer products.â&#x20AC;? Better yet, we can make our own more natural beauty aids. â&#x20AC;&#x153;One advantage of making your own is that youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re in control. You know yourself and your skin and sensitivities,â&#x20AC;? says Cox. DIY products are easy if intense color isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t a requirement. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The color many people want is hard to produce with kitchen ingredients,â&#x20AC;? Cox explains. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You can make clear mascara and eyebrow tamer with castor oil. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s easy to make lip balms and maybe get a little color by adding berry juice or beet root powder.â&#x20AC;? For those that want the look of high-quality makeup without toxins, other good alternatives come into play, says Hollywood makeup artist Lina Hanson, author of Eco-Beautiful. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I had been working in the industry for several years before I discovered the toxic ingredients in makeup; I was shocked,â&#x20AC;? she says. Equally unsettling, â&#x20AC;&#x153;I also learned that many of the ingredients allowed in the U.S. are banned in the European Union because of their toxicity.â&#x20AC;? That knowledge launched Hansonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s quest to create safe, organic, beauty-enhancing products for women, celebrities and everyday people alike. â&#x20AC;&#x153;So many people these days pay close attention to what they put in their bodies, but not everyone is as careful about what they put on their bodies,â&#x20AC;? she says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I want people to understand that you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to sacrifice beauty in going green.â&#x20AC;? Hanson warns against so-called â&#x20AC;&#x153;naturalâ&#x20AC;? cosmetics that abuse the term and may include harmful preservatives and synthetic ingredients. She assures, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Any product labeled â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;USDA certified organicâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; contains 100 percent organic ingredients.â&#x20AC;? Her book mentions numerous brands she recommends.

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Natural Facial Essentials Few Skincare Product Labels Tell the Whole Story by Linda Sechrist

t age 25, Paula natural include synthetic The skin, your Begoun, author chemicals, meaning that protective organ, the term organic doesn’t of The Original Beauty Bible and other apply to the entire formula. is meant to be bestselling books on Fragrances are common “worn” for life. It is synthetic ingredients, as is skincare, makeup and hair care, read her first not a luxury, but a the triethanolamine that’s label on a skincare prodoften used to adjust the necessity to take uct she was using. AlpH or as an emulsifying though she’d tried many the best possible agent to convert acid to different products to cona salt, or stearate, as the trol her acne and eczema care of it. base for a cleanser. since age 11, she hadn’t To help consumers ~Charlene Handel thought about the conavoid overpaying for skintents, which was partially care products which may why she was distraught to discover that not be as natural or organic as touted, acetone (nail polish remover) was the Begoun encourages skepticism regardfourth ingredient listed. ing marketing messages. She suggests That moment became the inspirathat an important key is to choose the tion for Begoun’s lifetime devotion to best formulation for an individual’s skin skincare research and education and type and specific skin concerns. customer advocacy. Today, as founder “There are no U.S. Food and Drug of the Seattle-based Paula’s Choice Agency-approved standards for the Skincare, she continues to help women organic labeling of skincare products understand when product claims are sold in salons and spas or over-themisleading or factual. counter. The cosmetics industry hasn’t agreed on one set of standards either. Buyer Be Aware U.S. Department of Agriculture certifiOne of Begoun’s core conclusions is cation is cost-prohibitive for most small that the terms organic and all natural are cosmetic companies that use clean, largely responsible for fueling the miscertified organic ingredients, so some conception that all synthetic ingredients uncertified organic products exist and in cosmetics are automatically bad and it’s wise to read labels,” explains Elina that all organic or natural ingredients are Fedotova, founder of the nonprofit Asautomatically good. She further notes sociation of Holistic Skin Care Practithat many products labeled organic and tioners. She counsels that we Google 20

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any unfamiliar ingredient to learn if it’s toxic or safe. Fedotova, a cosmetic chemist and aesthetician who makes her professional skincare line, Elina Organics, by hand in a laboratory, compares the difference between salon and commercial products to fine dining versus fast food. “Salon products are made in far smaller quantities than mass-produced brands and offer higher concentrations of ingredients. They are generally shipped directly to the salon and have a higher turnover rate. Because they don’t have to be stored for indeterminate periods or endure warehouse temperatures, they are fresher and more potent,” she says. Although a facial can easily be performed at home with salon or commercial products, Fedotova, who owns spas in Chicago and Kalamazoo, Michigan, recommends having a professional facial every four to five weeks. Charlene Handel, a certified holistic esthetician, holistic skin care educator and owner of Skin Fitness Etc., in Carlsbad, California, agrees.

Sequenced Steps

Handel chooses treatments that penetrate and nourish the layer of skin below the epidermis, the outermost layer, consisting of mostly dead cells, with 100 percent holistic (edible) products and freshly brewed organic tea compresses. “Without a gentle exfoliation, the first step in any effective facial, not even skincare formulas with penetration enhancers, can nourish the lower layer of live cells. One key nourishment among others is vitamin C, an antioxidant which brightens, protects against sun damage and promotes collagen production,” advises Handel. She explains that skin cells produced in the deepest layer gradually push their way to the epidermis every 30 days and die. Dead cells can pile up unevenly and give the skin’s surface a dry, rough, dull appearance. As we age, cell turnover time increases to 45 or 60 days, which is why gentle sloughing is necessary. This can be done at home three times a week with a honey mask. Another form of exfoliation performed in a salon uses a diamondtipped, crystal-free microdermabrasion

machine to gently buff away the surface layer of skin. An additional option is a light glycolic acid and beta hydroxy acid treatment. This can be purchased over the counter or prepared at home using organic papaya (glycolic) and pineapple (beta hydroxyl) for more even skin tone. These treatments, sometimes referred to as acid peels, can be applied to the face for no more than 10 to 15 minutes, typically every two to four weeks or every few months.

Treatment serums, moisturizing lotions and eye and neck creams are all elements of a complete facial. The simplest sequence of application is layering from the lightest to heaviestâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;eye cream, serum and moisturizer. Give them a minute or two to absorb. No facial is complete without a sunscreen with zinc oxide or titanium dioxide, applied last.

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Dry complexion: Cleanse the skin with a mix of baking soda and coconut oil. Gently scrub on and rinse off. Oily complexion: Cleanse the skin using a mixture of yogurt and baking soda. Gently scrub on and rinse off. Refresh the skin after cleansing with distilled rose water or herbal tea, adding in a few drops each of lemon juice and a favorite essential oil. For dry skin, choose chamomile tea; for oily skin, go with burdock root tea and juniper berry essential oil. Exfoliate the skin with a gentle, healthy alternative to chemical peels by massaging with organic papaya; its enzymes help dissolve dead cells. It also infuses skin with beta carotene and other beauty nutrients. After rinsing skin, apply a mashed banana mask, which benefits all complexions by nourishing and moisturizing the skin. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also high in antiinflammatory vitamin B6. Remove the banana with a wet wash cloth, and then apply a favorite moisturizer. Dry skin does well with coconut oil. For very dry skin, use shea butter or sesame oil. Use a zinc oxide-based natural sunblock, especially after a facial, because the skin is more sensitive to ultraviolet rays after exfoliation. Eating foods rich in antioxidants helps prevent sun damage.

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Choose Lasting Wealth

“Imagine an economy in which life is valued more than money and power resides with ordinary people that care about one another, their community and their natural environment,” says David Korten, Ph.D., the co-founder of Positive Futures Network and author of Change the Story, Change the Future: A Living Economy for a Living Earth. “When we choose real wealth,” says Korten, of Bainbridge Island, Washington, “we can have exciting hobbies and adventures; work that challenges and stimulates us; and spiritual connection with a universe that’s infinitely larger than a stock portfolio. Instead of more stuff in our alreadystuffed lives, we can have fewer things, but better things of higher quality—fewer visits to the doctor and more visits to museums and friends’ houses.”

Step One: Taking Inventory of Our Stuff

Suze Orman, owner of the Suze Orman Financial Group, in Emeryville, California, and the bestselling author of The Courage to Be Rich: Creating a Life of Material and Spiritual Abundance, ponders whether having stuff is worth it and suggests we take an inventory of what we own. “Think about the value of each object—what it cost you when you bought it, what it’s worth in dollars today, and what it’s worth in an Earthly, material representation of who you are now,” she says. Orman suggests that we go through every closet and cupboard and recycle or throw away items that no longer serve us well, and then reconnect with items we cannot part with, such as family mementos. “Think of these items so precious to you and how little, in fact, they cost you,” she says. In this way we define for ourselves the true meaning of worth, and it’s never about the stuff. Once we have a handle on what we own, it’s time to turn to what we want and how we can get there.

TRUE WEALTH Living a Life We Love is Real Affluence by Judith Fertig

raditional economics has us thinking in opposites—in terms of assets and liabilities. We consider the value of the material things we’ve accumulated: We add up our assets, which may include stocks, bonds, real estate, bank accounts and retirement savings. Then we subtract what we owe: Our liabilities may include a home mortgage, credit card debt, insurance premiums and student and vehicle loans. The balance is deemed our net worth. Figured this way, our net worth changes every minute and can sometimes shift dramatically. There is a better way to assess our wealth, because we are overlooking, dismissing or squandering valuable resources and benefits such as time, personal health, spiritual well-being, social connections or community in order to buy temporal things that will only depreciate over time. Golden, Colorado, author David Wann explores this theme in his book Simple Prosperity: Finding Real Wealth in a Sustainable Lifestyle. He remarks, “The U.S. may be on top when it comes to spending, but we also lead the world in debt per capita, children in poverty, percent of people in prison, obesity and infant mortality.” In fact, the U.S. has recently been ranked 42nd among countries in longevity— right below Guam and just above Albania. “So where is all the spending really getting us?” he asks. “We need to be getting more value out of each dollar, each hour, each spoonful of food, each square foot of house and each gallon of gas. The secret of success at the local, national and global scale is not really a secret; it’s in plain sight, and it’s called moderation.” 22

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Step Two: Re-Evaluating Life Goals

Just as we would do a personal financial assessment before we make plans to achieve financial goals, a life audit helps us determine our priorities for living happily and productively. Ximena Vengoechea, a design researcher for Twitter, Inc., in San Francisco, recently did this using 100 sticky notes during one dedicated afternoon. She wrote a single wish, one thing she’d like to do, on each note. During this “spring cleaning for the soul,” as How we spend she calls it, Vengoechea our days is, of reaffirmed her thirst for learning and adventure. course, how we Taking it a step further, spend our lives. she analyzed how she spent her time and how ~Annie Dillard often she saw the people most important to her,

mapping the data as pie charts. She discovered that most of her time was spent in work-related activities and not enough in adventure or seeing the people she loved. Drawing it up in the visual medium of charts helped her identify her life goals and see the changes she needed to make. Doubtless, we can all find better ways to utilize our assets.

local communities with a research-based model for prosperity. In socially abundant communities and nations, individuals don’t have to earn as much money to be comfortable, because their quality of life is partly provided by the strength of social bonds.

Heeding the Call to Change

Finding and doing what “lights us up” will bring us abundance, claims David Howitt in Heed Your Call. Arianna Huffington, of New York City, founder of The The Portland, Oregon, Meriwether Group entrepreneur Huffington Post, knows firsthand about having so many who consults for consumer companies, maintains that demands on our time that days feel rushed, which can finding our heroic purpose (that heart-centered thing increase our stress and negatively impact our producwe feel we were meant to do) is the first step toward tivity. She says, “On the flip side, the feeling of true wealth. Howitt says the secret is in one having enough time, or even surplus time, is Finding and doing small word—and. Instead of choosing either/ called ‘time affluence’. Although it may be hard or, our world expands with “and”. He urges us what “lights us to believe, it’s actually possible to achieve.” to integrate the intuitive and analytic parts of Huffington recommends simple steps like getup” will bring ourselves: “poet and professional, prophet and ting enough sleep and putting time limits on profit, soul and success.” us abundance. work and online activities. It’s not just about philanthropy, but truly Belinda Munoz, a social change activist in making your community and your world a ~David Howitt San Francisco who blogs at TheHalfwayPoint.net, better place through your work, he observes. observes, “Time is neutral. We either use it wisely or waste “You’re doing good in the world, and when you live that way, it, so the onus is on us to make it an asset.” Munoz can both money follows you.” let go of stress and be more productive when she blocks out day parts. “When I focus, I shut out interruptions, stop feeling Judith Fertig blogs about living well at AlfrescoFoodAnd rushed and get my work done with ease,” she says. Lifestyle.blogspot.com from Overland Park, KS.

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One high-impact way to support personal health is to value food more, maintains Wann. “We need to spend more of our household budget for food, not less,” he says. “By rearranging both our household and national expenditures, we should give a higher priority to fresh, healthy food and a lower priority to electronic gadgets, shopping, cars, lawns and even vacations. Our overall expenses don’t have to go up, they just need to be realigned with our changing values. By choosing higher quality food and supporting better ways of growing it, we also begin to reshape the American culture,” he says.

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The community, rather than the stock market, is the better source of real wealth—both personal and global—maintains Korten. “Your community economy is part of the glue that binds people together. It’s the key to physical and mental health and happiness.” Giving less control over our financial well-being to Wall Street and more to Main Street will help us think in terms of livelihoods, instead of mere jobs. For Korten, this equates to not only how we make money to live, but also how we live—valuing our homes, communities and natural environment. Priceless social capital comes from investing our time and money in local communities. Korten observes how, when freely and wisely spent, these efforts can lower crime rates, make schools more productive and help economies function better. Korten cites Oakland, California’s Well-Being in Business Lab, which works with the Greater Good Science Center at the University of California, Berkeley, to provide natural awakenings

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he old line, “He followed me home, can we keep him?” used to get a kid a dog or cat of his own. In today’s homes, it’s not that easy. Choosing a pet is a personal choice not to be taken lightly nor made on another person’s behalf. A surprise pet is a bad idea. Rather than gift a pet during the holidays or at any other time, give a coupon to be redeemed after extensive and careful consideration. Involve the whole family in listing pros and cons, deal breakers and must-haves. Lifestyle adjustments by everyone are to be expected, but pets shouldn’t make all the sacrifices. Available time and space, daily routines and costs all matter in determining the perfect pet.

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Small dogs and those that need extensive grooming were on Melinda Carver’s no-adopt list. “I read books, visited websites, shelters, adopt-a-thons and rescue groups,” she says.

“As a single person with a full-time job, I wanted a dog that would fit with my work, volunteer and exercise schedules.” Riley, a bloodhound/Lab mix, fit the bill. Shelter workers can project how large a dog will get when fully grown, as well as their temperament and other breed traits. Carver was cautioned that Riley was an active animal, needed long walks and would ultimately top 100 pounds. Now age 11, he’s a companionable 135 pounds. “I was surprised at how easy it was to change my routine to accommodate playtime, mile-long walks and training. He’s laid back and gentle for his size,” comments Carver, a blog talk radio show host in Parma, Ohio. Danielle Nay, an expat from the UK, researched for two years before choosing Freeway, her neighbor-friendly löwchen. He’s a mid-size dog, big enough to be a manly companion, but the right size for a high-rise apartment. “When his humans are busy, Freeway flings his own ball down the hall and then runs after it,” she says.

When a dog or cat won’t do, try something in a tank— freshwater fish, lizards or hamsters.

Not Quite Perfect

The perfect pet doesn’t have to be perfect in looks or health. Dorie Herman, of Jersey City, New Jersey, a graphic designer for Martha Stewart Living, in New York City, is the human behind Chloe Kardoggian, a Chihuahua and puppy mill rescue, age 11, which she describes as “three pounds, two teeth, one giant tongue and an Instagram sensation.” Due to poor nutrition, mill dogs often lose their teeth as young adults, causing their tongues to hang out. She advocates for older dogs and an adopt/don’t buy policy. “With senior animals, you know what you’re getting. They have personality,” says Herman. “With my work schedule, I wanted an older pet, small and piddle-pad trained.”

Take Two

Herbert Palmer, of Morris Plains, New Jersey, now with Green the Grid Group, worked for a moving company when three kittens showed up near the loading dock. A co-worker took one. Not in the market for a cat, much less two, Palmer tried to find them good, safe homes. After five days, he realized, Lucky and Day had a home—with him. “Sometimes we adopt them. Many times they adopt us,” he confides.

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ease Control, autism spectrum disorder (ASD) now affects about 1 in every 68 children in the U.S., up from 1 in 150 in 2000. This includes 1 in 42 boys and 1 in 189 girls. Contact with animals may help ameliorate this troubling trend. A recent study of 114 children between 5 and 12 years old has found that autistic children having greater contact with animals have less anxiety related to social situations. The research was led by Marguerite O’Haire, Ph.D., from the Center for the Human-Animal Bond at the College of Veterinary Medicine of Purdue University, in West Lafayette, Indiana. Colleagues from the School of Psychology at the University of Queensland, in Brisbane, Australia, also participated in the study. The researchers divided the 114 children into 38 groups of three. Each group had one ASD child and two children without ASD. Skin conductance, which provides an objective way for researchers to gauge social anxiety, was measured among the children as they read silently and aloud. As expected, skin conductance was significantly higher among the ASD children as they read aloud in front of their peers. In successive sessions, when researchers introduced pet guinea pigs for the children to pet prior to their readings, the ASD children’s skin conductance levels dropped significantly. “Previous studies suggest that in the presence of companion animals, children with autism spectrum disorders function better socially,” says James Griffin, Ph.D., of the Child Development and Behavior Branch of the U.S. National Institutes of Health. “This study provides physiological evidence that the proximity of animals eases the stress that children with autism may experience in social situations.”

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hat’s on the casseroles, on a sandwich Please be table can help and in whole wheat pasta, generous at lower risks brown rice or low-fat stir of stroke, heart attack, the holidays and fries. Avoid the bisphenolcancer and diabetes, acA (BPA) associated with year-round. cording to the American cans and plastic conHeart Association. Not all tainers. Instead choose families are able to afford the healthiest BPA-free pouch packaging and cans foods, but fatty, high-sugar options can with BPA-free liners (see Tinyurl.com/ be avoided. The most-needed donations BPAFreeCannedFood). are nonperishable and high in protein, Soup and Stew: Containing meat but low in sodium, sugar and fats. and veggies, soups and stews provide Give the best, most affordable filling, hearty comfort foods. products, according to these tips and Vegetables: Yams and whole-berry the food drive’s guidelines. Organic and cranberry sauce turn dinner into a non-GMO (genetically modified) foods holiday feast. Add color to the plate are welcome. Note that not all pantries with mixed veggies. Lentils, pinto, can store fresh produce, glass containblack and kidney beans in stew, chili or ers or personal hygiene items. salad provide fiber, calcium, zinc and “Pantries rely on informed commu- iron. Spices add zing. Tomatoes, sauce nity support,” explains Jim Byrnes, diand salsa add flavor; choose glass jar rector of Pennsylvania’s Nazareth Area products only in order to be BPA-free, Food Bank. “Area churches, schools due to the acidic effect on cans. and businesses keep us supplied. We’ll Pasta, Rice and Grain: In Kansas help 300 families this year, compared City, Missouri, Katie Thomas, owner to 100 in 2006, balancing nutrition of Crazy Daisy Cleaning, regularly with practical needs.” organizes food drives. She says, “Pasta California’s San Diego Food Bank and sauce make a variety of dishes and feeds better choices to 370,000 people extend the number of meals.” Whole each month, including military families, grain pasta, brown or wild rice, quinoa seniors and children. Such community and couscous are better choices than efforts change lives. white pasta. Bulgur provides nearly 75 Meat: Tinned tuna, chicken and percent of a day’s fiber requirement salmon store easily for use in salads or when added to soup or salad. 26

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Search for a generic food item at CalorieCount.com to see how brand-name products rank in nutritional value. Cereal: Steel-cut or rolled oats, farina (Cream of Wheat) and grits are low-calorie and nutritious options for a warm start to the day. All can be found as organic; farina in whole wheat or white wheat that is certified kosher. Cold cereals should list whole grains as the first ingredient and be high in fiber and low in sugar, like organic Oat O’s. Snacks: Unsalted nuts, full of fiber, protein and vitamins, are highly prized at food pantries. Packed in juice, fruit cups make a healthy treat. Dried fruit and sunflower seeds are another favorite. Low-salt, low-sugar peanut or sunflower butter packs protein. Honey is a healthy sweetener. Collecting Party: “A group of us collected and donated 600 pounds of food for babies, pets and adults to Extended Hands Food Bank,” says Dee Power, in Fountain Hills, Arizona. For babies, include food without added sugar or salt and single-grain cereal. Alternative Giving: Especially popular during the December holidays, the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank offers prepacked bags to grocery store patrons, paid for at checkout. Customers can see what’s included and the food bank picks them up. (Tip: Cash donations allow lower cost bulk purchases with no need to transport or sort items.) Non-Food: Make sure the food pantry has storage space before donating wet or dry food for cats and dogs and birdseed; baby wipes, shampoo and soap; and adult soap, deodorant, shaving supplies, toothpaste, shampoo and toilet paper. “A $5,000 grant gave us added storage space,” says Byrnes. The bottom line is what food pantries need is much the same as what’s found in any healthy home pantry—comestibles rich in flavor, vitamins and fiber and free of unhealthy additives. Please be generous year-round, sharing well beyond the holidays. Connect with the freelance writer via AveryMack@mindspring.com.

Annual Food Drives Local Boy Scout troops remind us to prepare for their annual food drive. On November 7, be on the lookout for a door hanger reminder; on November 14, they’ll pick up food for delivery to local food banks. The National Association of Letter Carriers’ (U.S. Postal Service) annual nationwide food drive is May 14, 2016. Since 1992, they’ve collected more than 1.3 billion pounds of food. Feeding America’s drive benefits from a matching gift from motivational speaker and author Tony Robbins through December 3, aimed to provide a total of 100 million meals for the 49 million Americans that struggle with hunger. Each $1 given and matched helps secure and distribute 20 meals through its network of food banks. Donate at Tinyurl.com/TonyRobbinsFeedingAmerica.

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A Soulful Celebration of Body, Mind and Spirit Making the most of the original spirit and intention of the season’s holiday of gratitude feeds mind, body and spirit. Consider these happy and healthy choices. Turkey: Free-range and organic gobblers are less likely to carry diseases and contain synthetic additives. Heritage turkeys are raised outdoors, freely roam pastures, are genetically diverse and eat the varied diet that nature intended (SustainableTable.org). Spare a bird: Turkey alternatives include fun, seasonal staples such as vegetable lasagna, butternut ravioli and acorn squash filled with onions, beans and dried fruits. Beverages: Serving locally made apple cider, beer or wine supports local farmers and businesses, plus avoids the carbon footprint that distant choices incur in transport. Festive preparations: Refrain from using Styrofoam, as it isn’t recyclable and can emit chemicals when meeting up with hot turkey; use washable cloth napkins instead of paper brands that go to the incinerator or landfill; and ask guests to bring a container to take leftovers home to avoid food waste. Get kids involved: Tinyurl.com/GreenThanksgivingTips suggests giving children construction paper that can be made into decorations and recycled later. Baker’s clay, a mixture of flour, salt and water, can also be molded into creative pieces. Revive the traditional atmosphere: The first Thanksgiving was a communal affair, so invite neighbors to join family members. Besides enhancing friendships, their proximity reduces auto emissions by keeping them off the road or encouraging shorter trips. Honor peace and brotherhood across all races and ethnicities by sharing with guests the essence of the first successful summer harvest by pilgrims in 1621. According to Listening to America, by Stuart Berg Flexner, members of the Native American Wampanoags were also invited to the celebration because the tribe had taught them to plant native Indian corn, a key to recovery after their first difficult winter. Perhaps read a passage from the Iroquois Thanksgiving Prayer, encouraging us to “return to our mother, the Earth, which sustains us.” Visit Tinyurl.com/IroquoisThanksgiving.

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relationship in accomplishing good. Using this six-part process of helpful concrete steps applies equally to the children and adults in our lives. Q Become aware of the other person’s emotions.

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uch of our identity is shaped in childhood by key events and the emotions and perspectives we associate with them.

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Emotional intelligence, sometimes referred to as EQ, is often overlooked as a skill set in today’s world. The recent animated film Inside Out calls attention to effective ways of addressing a child’s journey by embracing and better understanding their emotions; particularly those that don’t feel positive. A recent study by the London School of Economics Centre for Economic Performance found that a child’s emotional health is far more important in determining future happiness than factors such as academic success or wealth. Parents can help ensure a healthy emotional upbringing by avoiding making three mistakes. Disapproval of a child’s emotions: This involves being critical of a child’s displays of negative emotion and reprimanding or punishing the child for expressing them. Dismissing a child’s emotions: This comes across as regarding a child’s emotions as unimportant, either through ignoring their emotions, or worse, trivializing them. Offering little relevant guidance: While parents may empathize, they don’t set limits on behavior or assist 28

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Recipe for a High EQ

Parents can successfully form deeper connections with their kids by recognizing, respecting and acknowledging their emotional range, rather than telling kids they should feel a certain way. Telling someone how they should or shouldn’t feel only teaches them to distrust themselves and that there’s something wrong with them. As a communication aid, Inside Out may speak best to older children, because younger viewers may get the erroneous impression that emotions can control them, rather than that they can control their own emotional reactions. The recipe for healthy bonding and emotional development is for all parties to model how they value the importance of each other’s feelings and respectfully listen for the feelings behind the words. In opening ourselves to being understood, we open ourselves to understanding others. Good parenting involves emotion. Good relationships involve emotion. The bottom line is that emotions matter. We all struggle with negative emotions from time to time, and the way we address and deal with them influences our emotional health. The goal is to develop a trustworthy emotional connection with the other person that is important to us, which enhances intimacy and the effectiveness of the

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Q Care about the other person by seeing their emotions as valid and important. Q Listen empathetically to better understand the way they feel, allowing them to feel safe to be vulnerable without fear of judgment. Seek to understand, rather than to agree or redirect. Q Acknowledge and validate their feelings. We don’t need to validate that the thoughts they have about their emotions are correct; instead, simply let them know that it’s valid to feel the way that they do. For example, if a friend says, “I feel useless,” we could validate them by saying, “I can see how you might feel that way.” Q Allow the person to experience their emotions fully before moving toward any kind of improvement. We cannot impose our idea of when they should be ready or able to feel differently. This is when we practice unconditional presence and unconditional love. We are there as support, without trying to fix them or anything else. Don’t be offended if they don’t accept support that’s offered at this time. A benevolent power is inherent in offering love that exists regardless of what someone does or does not do with it. Q Help the other person to strategize ways to manage the reactions they might be having to their emotions after—and only after—their feelings have been validated, acknowledged and fully felt. This is when we can assert new ways of looking at a situation that may improve the way another person is feeling. This is when advice may be offered. When done successfully, this process can transform a conflict encountered in a relationship into solid gold. Teal Swan is the author of Shadows Before Dawn: Finding the Light of SelfLove Through Your Darkest Times, on how healing hidden wounds reveals our authentic selves (TealSwan.com). Inside Out will be released next month on DVD.

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BOOKSTORE NEW SPIRIT BOOKS & GIFTS

A CENTER FOR WELL BEING

(in Unity Church of Charleston) 2535 Leeds Ave, North Charleston newspiritbg@gmail.com

843-769-6848 acenterforwellbeing.com Grass Roots Healthcare since 1991

Spiritual, Â metaphysical Â and Â inspirational Â books Â plus Â gift Â items Â including Â crystals, Â incense, Â tarot/ Â oracle Â cards Â & Â more. Â Open Â Sunday Â 10:30am-Â1pm;Íž Â 0RQ WKUX :HG DP SP FDOO ÂżUVW 843-Â566-Â0600.

BRAIN TRAINING

Therapeutic Â Massage, Â Colon Â Hydrotherapy, Â TFH, Â Bioresonance, Â Detox Â Foot Â Baths, Â Sauna, Â Cleansing Â Retreats, Â Healthy Â Food Â Choice Â Coaching, Â NBCTH Â &HUWLÂżHG DQG , $&7 0HPEHUV 2IIHULQJ SHRSOH a Â vehicle Â to Â help Â improve Â their Â quality Â of Â life. Â Specializing Â in Â Probiotic Â education.

DENTISTRY

BRAINCORE NEUROFEEDBACK

990 Lake Hunter Circle, Ste 212, MP 29464 844-BRAIN-ON (272-4666) Braincore.dianne@gmail.com

JARED L. SLOVAN, DMD

Specializing Â in Â brain Â training, Â an Â effective, Â drug-Âfree Â treatment Â for: Â ADHD, Â Autism, Â Anxiety, Â Depression, Â Insomnia, Â Migraines, Â Memory, Â Peak Â Performance Â and Â more. Â No Â side Â effects. Â Permanent Â changes.

CHIROPRACTOR

ENERGY HEALING

Dr. Gina Colucci 1806 Trolley Rd, Summerville :fclZZ`:_`ifgiXZk`Z%Zfd Â&#x203A; /+*$/.,$,.'' Serving Â the Â Summerville Â area Â for Â 29 Â years, Â specializing Â in Â holistic Â care;Íž Â weight Â loss Â & Â nutritional Â cleansing, Â pain Â management, Â bio-Â identical Â hormones, Â sugar Â detox, Â stress Â testing, Â chiropractic, Â peripheral Â neuropathy, Â detox Â footbaths, Â emotional Â (TBM/NET) Â and Â wellness Â care. Â

DRS. GINA & MICHAEL COURSON

3373 South Morgans Pt Rd, Suite 307, MP coursonchiro.com 426 West Coleman Blvd Ste D, MP dkgc\XjXekZ_`if%Zfd Â&#x203A; /+*$0.($//(+ Family Â Practice Â providing Â full Â service Â health Â and Â well ness Â care. Â Many Â technologies Â including Â no Â twisting Â and Â cracking. Â M a s s a g e Â t h e r a p y , Â nutritional Â counseling, Â energy Â balance Â and Â detox. Â Insurance Â accepted. Â Free Â Consults. Â Open Â Saturdays.

2535 Leeds Avenue /+*$,--$'-'' Â&#x203A; le`kpZ_j%fi^ Reverend Ed Kosak, Minister

Sunday Â Services: Â 9:30am Â & Â 11:15am. Â Are Â you Â more Â spiritual Â than Â religious? Â Do Â you Â believe Â in Â many Â paths Â to Â God? Â Then Â please Â join Â us! Â

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Darlana Fiehtsam, MSW, PhD Folly Beach, SC _XidfepY\^`ej%Zfd Â&#x203A; /+*$*).$//+/ Spiritual Â psychotherapy Â and Â energy Â healing, Â specializing Â in Â healing Â sexual Â problems, Â anxiety Â and Â PTSD. Â Blending Â intuitive Â gifts Â with Â professional Â training, Â Dr. Â Darlana, Â D FHUWLÂżHG PHGLXP KDV D GRFWRUDWH in Â transpersonal Â psychology.

RESOURCES UNLIMITED 125 S Main St, Summerville 843-875-4543 or 843-870-4462

Joyce Â B. Â Stech Â (Master Â JAH);Íž Â Spiritual Â Head Â of Â Taoist-ÂYogi Â Christ Â Lineage, Â NA;Íž Â Spiritual Â Counseling;Íž Â &HUWLÂżHG ,QVWUXFWRU DQG $XWKRU 7KH path Â of Â enlightenment Â comes Â in Â many Â forms. Â Explore Â yours. Â Psycho-Â spiritual Â approach Â to Â discovery Â and Â inner/outer Â empowerment. Â Classes Â and Â private Â sessions. Â Martial Â Arts, Â Body Â Talk, Â Royal Â Gems Â Heal-Â LQJ 0DWUL[ /LJKW /DQJXDJH .DUXQD 5HLNL 5HĂ&#x20AC;H[RORJ\ Lymphatic Â Drainage Â and Â more. Â Call Â 843-Â875-Â4543 Â or Â explore Â www.resourcesunlimited1.com. Â

ALCHEMICAL BREATHWORKâ&#x201E;˘ Terry 703-407-1729 Frank 843-514-2253 breathworkhealing.net

B r e a t h i n g Â b r i n g s Â oxygen Â to Â the Â body Â to Â reduce Â stress, Â release Â toxins Â and Â blockages Â to Â aid Â us Â in Â being Â more Â Loving, Â Open Â and Â Present. Â It Â is Â a Â great Â healing Â tool Â and Â helps Â complete Â RWKHU KHDOLQJ WKHUDSLHV )UDQN DQG 7HUU\ DUH FHUWLÂżHG Alchemical Â Breathworkers. Â Call Â today Â for Â an Â appointment. Â For Â more Â info Â visit Â their Â website.

INTUITIVE & MEDIUMSHIP SESSIONS BRING HEALING

Cindy Boehley Cindy@SoulEvoluitonSolutions.com SoulEvolutionSolutions.com 3HUVRQDO GLIÂżFXOWLHV DUH DOO HYLGHQFH of Â being Â out Â of Â sync Â with Â your Â true Â nature. Â Â Cindy Â assists Â you Â to Â reconnect Â and Â awaken Â to Â your Â highest Â potential. Â

JENNIFER MICHAELS

Energy Healer & Spiritual Life Coach Coleman Blvd, MP 843-514-2848 A<D`Z_X\cj%Zfd Â&#x203A; A\ee`]\i7a\d`Z_X\cj%Zfd

CHURCHES

UNITY CHURCH OF CHARLESTON

%3$ ELV *0$ IUHH GHQWDO ÂżOOLQJV and Â BPA Â free Â night Â guards. Â Mercury Â free, Â mercury Â safe Â for Â over Â 20 Â years. Â Please Â call Â for Â a Â consultation. Â See Â ad Â page Â 11.

COLUCCI CHIROPRACTIC AND WELLNESS CENTER

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924 Tall Pine Rd, Mt Pleasant DrJaredSlovan.com 843-884-0701

PREMA ALTERNATIVE PSYCHOTHERAPY

Suffering? Â Blocked? Â Fall Â is Â a Â g r e a t Â t i m e Â t o Â f e e l Â b e t t e r ! Â Energy Â Healing Â aligns Â chakras Â & Â raises Â vibration. Â Spiritual Â Life Â Coaching Â offers Â intuitive Â guidance Â & Â support Â to Â live Â your Â best Â life. Â I Â specialize Â in Â working Â with Â those Â in Â recovery Â and Â overcoming Â spiritual Â abuse. Â Individual Â & Â group Â sessions. Â Professional Â & Â confidential. Â FREE Â 15-Âminute Â phone Â consultation Â available. Â Â

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THE PINK DOLPHIN-REIKI CENTER

301 E Richardson Ave, Summerville Dianne Thomas, Life Mentor & Usui/Karuna Reiki Master/Teacher 843-821-0232 Â&#x203A; thepinkdolphin.com underthewillow@earthlink.net Reiki Â relieves Â stress, Â restores Â balance Â and Â well-Âbeing, Â and Â promotes Â healing. Â Call Â for Â appointment. Â Dianne Â is Â licensed Â with Â ICRT Â (reiki.org) Â and Â teaches Â all Â levels Â of Â Usui Â and Â Karuna Â Reiki. Â CEUs Â available. Â

ENVIRONMENTAL & FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE CENTER FOR OCCUPATIONAL & ENVIRONMENTAL MEDICINE Drs. Lieberman, Weirs, & Herbert /+*$,.)$(-'' Â&#x203A; :F<D%Zfd

Preventative Â and Â Personalized Â Healthcare Â w/over Â 75 Â years Â of Â combined Â medical Â practice. Â Board-Â C e r t i f i e d Â E n v i r o n m e n t a l , Â Functional Â & Â Integrative Â Medicine. Â We Â get Â to Â the Â root Â cause Â of Â your Â illness. Â Allergy Â Testing. Â Autoimmune Â Diseases. Â Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Â Health. Â See Â ad Â page Â 5.

The love of family and the admiration of friends is much more important than wealth and privilege. ~Charles Kuralt

HEALTH FOOD STORES GOD’S GREEN ACRE

1240-C Central Ave, Summerville 843-873-3953 godsgreenacreonline.com Your doorway to total health. Serving Summerville over 40 years. Natural & gluten-free products. Probiotics, organic oils, vitamins & supplements, essential oils and so much more…

VEGGIE BIN

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Veggie Bin seeks local farmers across SC. We provide local and organic fruits, veggies, cheese, meats and specialty items. We are your Super Local Market!

VITAMIN PLUS+

Herbs and Health Foods 119 North Goose Creek Blvd, Ste K >ffj\ :i\\b /+*$.0.$*)'' Best selection of herbs in SC. Organic tea, spices, supplements, essential oils, wheat-free and gluten- free products. 10am-7pm M-Sat, closed Sunday.

HEALTH & WELLNESS BEMER DISTRIBUTOR

Gerry Schmidt, PhD /+*$,//$0)/- ?\cgZ`iZlcXk`fe%Zfd Gerry.Lee.Schmidt@gmail.com Reverse aging in just 8 minutes, 2X/day with B E M E R — r e d u c e s inflammation, pain, digestive issues, improves sleep and energy/vitality, plus more. Used by NASA and Olympic teams, in 42 countries for 15 years. Try it FREE!

KANGEN IONIZED WATER

Thomas P Meletis, Distributor /+*$.)0$./*. kgd(*7Xfc%Zfd Change your water, change your life! Water is the single most important element that goes in our body. Drinking the right type of water may be the single most important piece in achieving and maintaining optimal health. Visit www. KangenDemo.com to see a comparison. View all 8 machines at www. TopShelfWater.net. *Financing at zero interest*

THERMOGRAPHY

HOLISTIC SPA VERDANT ECOSPA & ORGANIC OASIS 3 Broad St, Suite 103, Charleston 29401 (near Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon) Facebook.com/VerdantEcoSpa 843-252-4508

BREAST THERMOGRAPHY INTL. Shanna Schulze 877-315-7226, Ext 447 EarlyDetectionIsKey@gmail.com Btiscan.com

R a d i a t i o n F r e e C a n c e r & ,QÀDPPDWLRQ 6FUHHQLQJ /RFDWLRQV in south FL, west FL & SC. Injury d o c u m e n t a t i o n , d e t e r m i n e origination of pain, evaluate nerve pathology and monitor progress of current treatments.

All natural, responsibly sourced, organic spa treatments—free from toxins and teeming with nutrients—safe and effective for sensitive skin and those who are pregnant. See ad page 21.

INTUITIVE GUIDE TRANSFORMATIONAL COACH

JACKIE MORFESIS, BFA, MA at Healing Oasis, LLC 772 St. Andrews Blvd, Charleston 843-469-3049

GERRY SCHMIDT, PhD

Intuitive Readings available in person and by phone utilizing tarot, astrology and numerology to unveil the dynamics in your life. Holistic, healing, transformative and powerful.

Master Coach :\ekiXc cfZXk`fe /+*$+./$+'0' GerrySchmidt.com Awaken to who you really are. Get unstuck, empowered, implement your vision. Never let fear decide your fate. RESULTS! Individuals, f a m i l i e s , g r o u p s e s s i o n s . Complimentary intro session. Call me! See ad page 16.

LIFE COACH ALEKA THORVALSON, CPC, PCC Aloha Healing Arts Life Strategies Coaching & Hypnosis /+*$/.'$.+,, 8c\bXjbp%Zfd

Achieve lasting transformation that awakens the whole self. Release blocks, gain clarity, purpose, inspiration and motivation. Individuals—Couples—Families. Professionally Credentialed Coach with the International Coach Federation.

ORGANIC SALON & BOUTIQUE

VITAMINS, SUPPLEMENTS & HERBS EUCALYPTUS WELLNESS CO.

280 W Coleman Blvd Suite E Mt Pleasant, SC 29464 <lZXcpgkljn\cce\jj%Zfd /+*$*//$+0,Offering an extensive line of all natural products including vitamins, supplements, herbs, aromatherapy, body care and much more. Visit our store and shop the wide selection of products and meet our dedicated, knowledgeable staff. Open Monday thru Saturday 10am-7pm. See ad page 9.

SALON INDIGO

732 South Shelmore Blvd, Ste 100 Mt Pleasant, SC 29464 7 J_\cdfi\ M`ccX^\ /+*$00($-/*, Our experienced team of hairstylists & skincare specialist use 100% certified organic products. We specialize in haircutting, coloring and make-up application. We sell All Nutrient™, Moroccan Oils, Dr. Hauschka™, 100% Pure™, iLike™ and many other boutique items.

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YOGA CLASSES GC YOGA

105 Laurel Ave, Goose Creek 29445 Goodcallyoga.com 843-303-2014 GC Yoga of Goose Creek offers group yoga classes for all levels in a p o s i t i v e a n d u n i n t i m i d a t i n g environment. Feel strong, calm, and get your stretch on!

8484 Dorchester Rd, Ste 12-B (Coosaw Creek Center across from Publix) 843-767-0311

All Nutrient organic color/products plus newest techniques for hair cutting/shaping. Healing Reiki sessions and manicure/pedicures. Unique jewelry. REPÊCHAGE Beauty From the Sea facials & products. See ad page 19.

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November 2015

calendarofevents Our Calendar is filled with classes, workshops and events that feed your mind/ body/spirit and promote a healthy lifestyle. All submissions for the December issue must be received no later than November 10. Basic listings are a maximum of 35 words, not including the day/date and cost $5/month. Highlighted events are $.50/word plus $10/photo. Please email to: calendar@nalowcountry.com.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 12 Mood Â Management Â with Â Essential Â Oils Â â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Â 6pm Â Colucci Â Wellness Â Center, Â Summerville. Â Stressed? Â Anxious? Â Fatigued? Â Depressed? Â Join Â Dr. Â Colucci Â and Â learn Â how Â to Â take Â back Â control Â of Â your Â moods Â with Â the Â use Â of Â essential Â oils. Â RSVP: Â 875-Â5700. Â Â Heart Â Circle Â Introduction Â â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Â 7-Â9 Â pm Â Master Â Coach, Â Gerry Â Schmidt Â (gerryschmidt.com) Â brings Â interna-Â tionally Â recognized Â Heart Â Circle Â founder, Â Tej Â Steiner Â (tejsteiner.com) Â to Â Charleston. Â Experience Â taste Â of Â amazing Â Heart Â Circle Â process. Â $15 Â (workshop Â Sat, Â 11/14). Â RSVP: Â 478-Â4090.

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Attend Â a Â Transmission Â Meditation Â on Â the Â 1st Â & Â 3rd Â Sundays Â in Â October Â at Â Janna Â Bakerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Â house Â in Â West Â Ashley. Â This Â is Â a Â free Â group Â meditation Â in Â which Â the Â Hierarchy Â of Â the Â Masters Â use Â us Â to Â channel Â healing Â energy Â to Â the Â earth. Â Google Â Transmission Â Meditation Â or Â call Â Janna Â for Â more Â information: Â 843-Â573-Â0516.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3 Painting Â for Â the Â Non-ÂPainter Â â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Â 10am Â thru Â Thurs Â 2pm Â Springbank Â Retreat. Â Explore Â untapped Â creativ-Â ity Â & Â possibilities Â with Â watercolors Â in Â fun, Â loving Â environment. Â All Â levels Â of Â painters, Â art Â experience Â not Â necessary. Â $295 Â includes Â lodging/meals. Â 843-Â 382-Â9777, Â SpringbankRetreat.org

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7 Usui/Holy Â Fire Â Reiki Â I Â & Â II Â Classes Â â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Â 9am-Â6pm Â Sat/Sun Â Usui/Karuna Â Reiki Â Mater, Â ICRT Â Licensed Â Teacher Â Dianne Â Thomas, Â Summerville. Â Includes Â ICRT Â NEW Â HOLY Â FIRE Â REIKI. Â Learn Â healing Â with Â Reiki Â energy. Â CEs Â Nurses/Massage Â Therapists. Â $350, Â 297-Â2468, Â Thepinkdolphin.com Solutions Â to Â Stress Â Related Â Health Â Problems Â Workshop Â â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Â 10am Â Trident Â Executive Â Village, Â 9225 Â University Â Blvd Â #-Â1A, Â North Â Charleston. Â Learn Â how Â stress Â affects Â the Â body Â and Â simple Â things Â you Â can Â do Â to Â help. Â RSVP: Â 875-Â5700.

Feeling Â tired, Â over Â burdened, Â overweight? Â Want Â to Â feel Â better Â yesterday? Â Need Â support? Â 7-Âday Â cleanse Â provides Â support Â with Â a Â pre-Âdetox Â eating Â plan, Â recipes, Â shopping Â lists, Â daily Â schedule, Â meditations, Â breathing Â exercises Â and Â home Â spa Â techniques Â to Â get Â you Â healthier Â skin, Â clarity, Â weight Â loss, Â candida Â suppression Â and Â a Â way Â to Â stop Â self-Âsabotaging Â your Â health. Â End Â those Â mood Â swings Â and Â swing Â over Â to Â 125 Â S. Â Main Â St., Â Summerville. Â $195 Â for Â all Â workshops, Â recipes, Â support, Â HWF ,QVWUXFWRUV .ULV 0HGOLQ &HUWLÂżHG Nutrionist Â & Â Health Â Coach, Â Institute Â for Â Integrative Â Nutrition Â and Â Joyce Â Stech. Resourcesunlimited1.com, Â RSVP: Â 875-Â4543.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 8 %DVNHWU\ :HDYLQJ %DODQFH %HDXW\ Â â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Â 7pm Â thru Â Tues Â 5pm Â Springbank Â Retreat. Â Enjoy Â contemplative Â EDVNHW PDNLQJ ZLWK WLPH IRU SHUVRQDO UHĂ&#x20AC;HFWLRQ communal Â prayer. Â No Â experience Â necessary. Â Ma-Â terials Â furnished. Â $325 Â includes Â meals Â & Â lodging. Â 843-Â382-Â9777, Â SpringbankRetreat.org

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 10 How Â neurofeedback Â changed Â my Â sonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Â life Â â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Â noon-Â1pm Â & Â 8-Â9pm Â BrainCore Â of Â Charleston, Â MP Â Dianne Â Kosto, Â BCN-ÂT, Â CEO Â discusses Â drugless, Â painless, Â non-Âinvasive Â modality Â that Â helps Â with Â ADHD, Â learning Â disorders, Â anxiety, Â insomnia Â & Â more. Â Register: Â attendee/gotowebinar.com/ rt/1241245643388645378 Manifesting Â SELF Â LOVE Â & Â ACCEPTANCE Â â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Â 6-Â8pm Â Lime Â and Â Lotus, Â 925-ÂF Â Wappoo Â Rd. Â Angel Â Card Â Interactive Â Workshop Â with Â Rachelle Â Grant. Â Discover Â your Â Angels Â of Â Self-ÂLove. Â Energy Â ex-Â change: Â $35. Â RSVP: Â LimeandLotus.com, Â 214-Â2997.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 11 Vibrational Â Manifesting Â â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Â 1-Â2:30pm Â Free Â Tele-Â seminar Â â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Â Bridge Â to Â Avalonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Â Luminary Â Profes-Â sional Â Development. Â Work Â with Â money Â as Â energy Â to Â manifest Â your Â destiny Â as Â a Â coach, Â healer Â or Â service Â professional. Â Bridgetoavalon.com/go/luminary

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Returns Â to Â Charleston 1RYHPEHU Â&#x2021; SP Connection Â to Â Source Â Event Â -Â Â Enjoy Â a Â 2 Â hour Â session Â with Â Abdy Â as Â he Â assists Â you Â in Â connecting Â more Â deeply Â with Â your Â own Â Divine Â Light. Â $50 Â cash Â or Â check. Location: Â Hilton Â Garden Â Inn, Â Â 5265 Â International Â Blvd, Â North Â Charleston Â 29418

Self Â Alignment Â Â One-ÂDay Â Retreat 1RYHPEHU Â&#x2021; DP SP Enjoy Â a Â full Â day Â with Â Abdy Â as Â he Â assists Â

you Â in Â connecting Â more Â deeply Â with Â your Â own Â Divine Â Light, Â participating Â in Â dia-Â logue Â and Â experiencing Â Soul Â Exchanges. Â $200 Â cash Â or Â check Â exchange. Location: Â Unity Â Church, Â 2535 Â Leeds Â Ave, Â Â North Â Charleston Â 29405 Please Â bring Â yoga Â mat, Â blanket, Â pillow Â & Â water Â if Â desired Â to Â either Â event. Â Pre-Âregistration Â required: Â Call Â Abdy Â Charleston Â @843-Â327-Â1440 Â or Â email Â livingangel777@gmail.com. Â

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 13 Know Â Thyself Â â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Â 7pm Â thru Â Sun Â 1pm Â Springbank Â Retreat. Â Workshop Â explores Â our Â fundamental Â con-Â nectedness, Â universal Â consciousness, Â broadening Â of Â human Â awareness Â & Â effects Â our Â intentionality Â has Â on Â our Â environment. Â $275 Â includes Â meals Â & Â lodging. Â 843-Â382-Â9777, Â SpringbankRetreat.org The Â Millionth Â Circle Â â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Â 7-Â9pm Â Raise Â your Â vibra-Â tion. Â Be Â a Â part Â of Â the Â Shift. Â Join Â the Â Millionth Â Circle Â that Â makes Â a Â difference. Â Intimate Â gathering Â with Â Jeannine Â Clemens Â of Â Bridge Â to Â Avalon. Â $33, Â Bridgetoavalon.com/circle

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 14 Heart Â Circle Â Workshop Â â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Â 9:30am Â -Â Â Sun Â 5pm Â Heart Â Circle Â founder Â Tej Â Steiner Â presents Â simple, Â yet Â revolutionary Â method Â of Â personal Â transformation Â by Â creating Â your Â own Â Heart Â Circle Â with Â family, Â friends Â or Â clients. Â $175, Â RSVP: Â 478-Â4090. Soul Â Collage Â â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Â 10am-Â2pm Â Healing Â Oasis, Â 772 Â St Â Andrews Â Blvd. Â Work Â with Â your Â higher Â self Â to Â cre-Â ate Â your Â own Â deck Â of Â energy Â cards. Â All Â supplies Â provided. Â Fee: Â love Â donation, Â Healingoasisllc.com, Â 743-Â5222.

Free Â Yoga Â Workshop Â â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Â 1:15-Â3:15pm Â GC Â Yoga, Â 105 Â Laurel Â Ave, Â Goose Â Creek. Â â&#x20AC;&#x153;Why Â Yogaâ&#x20AC;? Â informative Â class Â and Â mat Â practice Â with Â Nicolle Â Morgan. Â Perfect Â for Â beginners Â or Â anyone Â looking Â to Â be Â immersed Â in Â Yoga. Â Register: Â goodcallyoga@gmail.com

specialevent Charleston Â Divorce Â Â Workshop 1RYHPEHU Â&#x2021; DP QRRQ Workshop Â offered Â 2nd Â Saturday Â each Â month, Â designed Â to Â help Â participants Â H[SORUH WKH OHJDO ÂżQDQFLDO DQG HPR-Â tional Â issues Â of Â divorce Â in Â a Â compassion-Â ate Â way. Â Workshop Â consists Â of Â segments Â WDXJKW E\ D IDPLO\ ODZ DWWRUQH\ D ÂżQDQ-Â cial Â professional, Â and Â a Â therapist. Â Â $45/person. Â Additional Â details: Â Â Secondsaturdaycharleston.com

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 19 Intuitive Â Playground Â â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Â 7-Â9pm Â Lime Â and Â Lotus, Â 925-ÂF Â Wappoo Â Rd. Â Discover Â your Â intuition, Â learn Â techniques Â for Â improving Â your Â skills Â and Â life. Â Energy Â exchange: Â $10. Â RSVP: Â LimeandLotus.com, Â 214-Â2997.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 21 Acupressure Â for Â Stress Â Release Â â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Â 9am-Ânoon Â Susan Â Popiel, Â RN, Â Popiel Â Holistic Â Therapy, Â MP. Â Learn Â Seva Â Stress Â Release, Â self-Âcare Â treatment Â developed Â and Â utilized Â for Â rescue Â workers Â after Â 9/11. Â Open Â to Â anyone, Â CEUs Â Nurses/MTs. Â $60, Â RSVP: Â 834-Â4168.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 23 Conscious Â Client Â Attraction Â â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Â 1-Â2:30pm Â Free Â Teleseminar Â Bridge Â to Â Avalonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Â Luminary Â Pro-Â fessional Â Development. Â 7 Â Sacred Â Steps Â to Â At-Â tract Â Your Â First Â 10 Â Clients Â with Â Grace Â & Â Ease Â for Â coaches, Â healers Â or Â wellness Â professionals. Â Bridgetoavalon.com/go/luminary

Â Location: Â Voight Â Murphy Â Law Â Firm, Â Â 815 Â Savannah Â Hwy, Â Charleston Â 29407

Intimate Â Gathering Â with Â Mirabai Â Devi Â â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Â Time Â TBA Â Bridge Â to Â Avalon, Â 757 Â St Â Andrews Â Blvd. Â Join Â international Â spiritual Â teacher/channel Â of Â healing Â Mirabai Â Devi Â for Â an Â afternoon Â of Â Divine Â Light Â transmission. Â Info: Â call Â Jeannine Â 974-Â5676, Â Bridgetoavalon.com Â

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 18 Wine Â Down Â Wellness Â Wednesday Â â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Â 6-Â8pm Â Lime Â and Â Lotus, Â 925-ÂF Â Wappoo Â Rd. Â Enjoy Â wine Â and Â healthy Â snacks Â while Â learning Â about Â wellness! Â TOPIC: Â Natural Â Cold Â and Â Flu Â Prevention. Â Energy Â exchange: Â $5. Â RSVP: Â LimeandLotus.com, Â 214-Â2997.

Community Â Yoga Â Class Â â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Â noon-Â1pm;Íž Â Iyengar Â Yoga Â Level Â 1-Â2 Â â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Â 6-Â7:30pm Â Lotus Â Healing Â Centre, Â 232-ÂA Â Ashley Â Ave, Â Charleston, Â Lotuscharleston.com, Â 724-Â9807.

Creativity Â Coaching Â â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Â 6:30-Â7:30pm Â (1st Â Monday) Â 725 Â Coleman Â Blvd, Â MP. Â Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t Â die Â with Â your Â music Â still Â in Â you! Â Meditation, Â journaling Â & Â group Â discus-Â sion Â with Â Life Â Coach Â and Â Energy Â Healing Â Jennifer Â Michaels. Â $10/session, Â RSVP: Â Jemichaels.com, Â Jennifer@jemichaels.com, Â 514-Â2848.

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Playing Â With Â Energy Â Night Â â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Â 6:30-Â8pm Â Natsu Â Mura Â studio, Â 125 Â S Â Main Â St, Â Summerville. Â Night Â of Â sharing, Â healing, Â learning Â and Â developing Â our Â tal-Â ents! Â Come Â play Â with Â energy. Â Always Â an Â interesting Â evening, Â everyone Â welcome. Â $donation. Â 870-Â4462, Â Resourcesunlimited1.com

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Karate Â Classes Â â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Â White/Purple/Blue Â belts Â â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Â 6-Â7pm;Íž Â Green/Brown/Black Â belts Â â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Â 7-Â8:15pm Â Natsu Â Mura Â Karate Â & Â Kobudo, Â 125 Â S Â Main Â St, Â Sum-Â merville. Â 875-Â4543 Â or Â 870-Â4462, Â Natsumura.com.

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Zen Â & Â Zest Â Pass Â â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Â GC Â Yoga, Â 105 Â Laurel Â Ave, Â Goose Â Creek. Â Yoga Â and Â Dancetrance Â classes Â in Â the Â VDPH VWXGLR 'DQFHWUDQFH D IDVW SDFHG GDQFH ÂżW-Â ness Â class. Â Zen Â or Â Zest, Â Your Â Choice! Â For Â schedule: Â Goodcallyoga.com, Â 303-Â2014.

Energy Â Clinic Â â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Â 5-Â8pm Â (4th Â Monday) Â Bliss Â Spiritual Â Co-Âop, Â 1163 Â Pleasant Â Oaks Â Dr, Â Mt Â Pleasant. Â Enjoy Â free Â 15-Âminute Â sessions Â each Â month Â with Â Sylvia Â Barnhill Â of Â Sarva, Â LLC Â and Â other Â energy Â practitioners. Â Love Â donation. Â Contact: Â 224-Â7377, Â Sylvia@sarvallc.net

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Location: Â Natsu Â Mura Â Karate, Â 125 Â South Â Main Â Street, Â Summerville. Â RSVP: Â 875-Â4543 Â Re-Â sourcesunlimited1.com, Â Akissofbliss.com

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Nia Â â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Â 4-Â5pm Â Hanahan Â Senior Â Center, Â 3102 Â Mabe-Â line Â Rd Â (near Â Trident Â Tech Â off Â Rivers Â Ave). Â Lively Â movement Â class, Â energetic, Â embraces Â The Â Bodyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Â Way/Nia Â Way. Â With Â Ashima Â Kahrs, Â Nia Â Blue Â Belt Â Instructor, Â 813-Â2834. Â

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